Obituaries

Mary L. Matthews

Mary L. Matthews

Jun 21, 2024

Ms. Mary Louise Kirven Matthews passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024 at 8:40 am at McLeod Regional Medical Center after an extended illness.

She was born June 13, 1941 in Florence, South Carolina, the daughter of the late Archie Garnell Kirven, Sr. and the late Iola Backus Kirven.

She attended Wilson High School in Florence, South Carolina. After which she relocated...

William Thomas, Jr.

William Thomas, Jr.

Jun 14, 2024

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.” 2 Timothy 4:7-8

William Thomas, Jr. was born...

Kimberly Alice Wright

Kimberly Alice Wright

Jun 12, 2024

Mrs. Kimberly Alice Singletary Cauthen-Wright, daughter of Lola Singletary and the late Jerome Singletary was born September 1, 1973 in Florence, South Carolina. She entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital in Sumter, South Carolina.

She received her formal education in the Florence County Public School System, graduating from Wilson High School Class of...

Olden Lucas, Jr.

Olden Lucas, Jr.

Jun 4, 2024

Mr. Olden Lucas, Jr., the son of the late Rebecca and Olden Lucas, Sr. the brother of the late Mildred Lucas-Bryant and the twin brother of the late Otis Lucas, Sr departed this life on June 4, 2024 after a lengthy illness in the Palms formerly known as the Commander Nursing Facility in  Florence, South Carolina.At an early age Olden...

James H. McMahon

James H. McMahon

Jun 3, 2024

To everything there is a season and a time to every purpose under heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to pluck up that which is planted.                                                       ...

Kenton "KJ" N. White, Jr.

Kenton "KJ" N. White, Jr.

May 30, 2024

Kenton "KJ" Nathaniel White Jr. of Florence transitioned on Thursday, May 30, 2024. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.Please keep the family of Kenton White, Jr. in your thoughts and prayers.

Ivory Lee Wilson, Sr.

Ivory Lee Wilson, Sr.

May 20, 2024

We, the family of Mr. Ivory Lee Wilson, Sr., take this time to thank you as we Celebrate and Pay Tribute to his life today. He was born November 8th, 1945, to the late Mr. Frank and Mrs. Orille Wilson and departed this earthly life on Monday, May 20th, 2024 in Columbia, South Carolina. Mr. Ivory was educated in Marion...

Lillie Mae Moore

Lillie Mae Moore

May 15, 2024

Mrs. Lillie Mae McLeod Moore was born on November 9, 1936, in Florence, South Carolina. She was the daughter of the late Warren McLeod and the late Willie Mae Hicks McLeod. She passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, after a brief illness.Mrs. Lillie was affectionately known as “Lillie” or “Lillie Mae.” She was known for her love of flowers...

Charlene M. Brown

Charlene M. Brown

May 13, 2024

Charlene Yvonne Malloy Brown of Florence transitioned on Monday, May 13, 2024. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC. Please keep the family of Charlene Yvonne Malloy Brown in your thoughts and prayers.

Shamara K. Fladger

Shamara K. Fladger

May 13, 2024

Shamara Kay Fladger, 42, of Marion South Carolina, peacefully gained her wings on May 13, 2024, surrounded by family and friends who loved her dearly. She was caring and loving to all she met. She was born July 31, 1981, in Marion, South Carolina, she was a cherished daughter to Sandra Mullins and Adail Fladger.

Shamara graduated from Mullins High School,...

Calvin E. Harley

Calvin E. Harley

May 5, 2024

The meaning of life and life itself is so fleeting. The things that we do and the lives we live are unpredictable. However, things change when we let Him in and follow His commands. No one knew the day and hour that He stepped in to prepare Calvin for his journey home. But the peace he displayed as he journeyed...

Temekia D. Crawford

Temekia D. Crawford

May 4, 2024

Ms. Temekia Denise Crawford, 49, of both Trenton, New Jersey, her city scene and Florence, South Carolina, her home was born November 10, 1974 to John Smith and the late Patricia Crawford Washington in Trenton, New Jersey. She passed away on May 4, 2024, after an intense battle with renal (kidney) failure, surrounded by her loved ones during her transitioning...

Marshall R. Marsh, Jr.

Marshall R. Marsh, Jr.

Apr 28, 2024

MARSHALL ROY MARSH, JR. was born on 23 December 1950, in Buffalo, New York to Marshall Marsh, Sr. and the late Delores V. Marsh. Marshall gained his wings on 28 April 2024 in Florence, South Carolina. Marshall attended school in Buffalo, New York, graduating from Burgard High School and majored in Automotive Mechanic. He was a member ofSaint John Baptist...

Ressie Davis

Ressie Davis

Apr 25, 2024

Mrs. Ressie Sanders Davis, the daughter of the late William Sanders and the late Sallie Glover Sanders, was born June 18, 1942, in Orangeburg, South Carolina. She exchanged time for eternity on Thursday, April 25, 2024, after a long illness at Southland Healthcare Center in Florence, South Carolina.

 

Mrs. Ressie received her formal education while attending Orangeburg County Schools. As a teenager, she...

Clifford O. Douglas

Clifford O. Douglas

Apr 20, 2024

Clifford Otis Douglas of Florence transitioned on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.Please keep the family of Clifford Otis Douglas in your thoughts and prayers.

Lorenzo A. Durant

Lorenzo A. Durant

Apr 20, 2024

Mr. Lorenzo Antwane Durant was born in Florence, South Carolina on January 8, 1986, to Maybelline Jackson and Lorenzo Jackson. He transitioned to his resting place at home on Saturday, April 20, 2024.

 

Although our time with Lorenzo  was short, our hearts will forever be filled with joy and honor because we were graced with his presence for thirty-eight years.

 

Lorenzo was a 2005 graduate...

Melvin J. Britt

Melvin J. Britt

Apr 20, 2024

Mr. Melvin Joseph Britt, the son of Irene Britt and the late Thurmond Collins was born on March 28,1971, in Florence, South Carolina. He departed this earthly life on Saturday, April 20, 2024.Melvin received his formal education in the Florence County Public School System. He attended Wilson High School and later received his General Equivalency Diploma (GED).Melvin loved family, a...

Robert Wright Jr.

Robert Wright Jr.

Apr 19, 2024

Robert Wright, Jr., the son of the late Robert Wright, Sr. and Everlina Wright Mack was born on November 2, 1964, in Florence, South Carolina. He departed this earthly life on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Northern Cardinal Nursing Center in Suffolk, Virginia.Robert was educated in Florence School District One Public Schools, where he also served as a Bus Driver.Robert...

Infant Kaysen J. Hudson

Infant Kaysen J. Hudson

Apr 10, 2024

Infant Kaysen Jamier Hudson of Florence transitioned on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.Please keep the family of Infant Kaysen Jamier Hudson in your thoughts and prayers.

Willie Moses

Willie Moses

Apr 10, 2024

Mr. Willie Moses was born September 9, 1948 in Florence, South Carolina. He was the son of the late Mr. Wilbert and Gracie King Moses. He departed this earthly life on Wednesday, April 10, 2024.Mr. Willie attended Florence County Schools where he graduated in the Wilson High School Class of 1967. After completing high school, Mr. Willie was drafted into...