Caleb Lee Bryant
Jun 30, 2025
Caleb Lee Bryant, of Florence, SC, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025.
He is the son of Debbie Bryant and the late Ronald Lee Bryant.
Caleb had a heart for animals and a gift for bringing joy wherever he went. He was the life of the party, always making people laugh and feel welcome. He loved nothing more than gathering with family,...
William "Ike" Dwight James
Jun 26, 2025
It all began on April 25, 1945 in Mocksville, NC- William Dwight (Ike) James was born to Clarence Bruce and Laura Grace (Sheek) James as the youngest and best looking of nine siblings.
Ike was the father of two - William Dwight James, Jr. (Jennifer) and Angela D Ketcham (Anthony) , and grandfather to four: Laura, Riley, and Sorrel Ketcham (who...
Paul Levon Johnson
Jun 24, 2025
Paul Levon Johnson, 70, of Maggie Valley, NC, passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.
Mr. Johnson was born in Florence, SC, the son of the late Dorothy Barr Johnson and George H. Johnson. He was a talented carpenter and loved his family. He enjoyed life in the mountains and watching the wildlife (especially the squirrels and chipmunks). Mr. Johnson was...
Michael Boyd Camak
Jun 23, 2025
Michael Boyd Camak, 69, of Timmonsville, SC, passed away June 23, 2025.
He was the son of Mary Helen Gillmore Camak and the late Thomas Cliffton Camak.
Michael dedicated 39 years to the food service industry, earning "Salesman of the Year" honors nine times. A respected professional, he mentored and trained numerous salespeople throughout his career. A devoted member of First Baptist...
Mary Elizabeth McLaughlin
Jun 20, 2025
Mary Elizabeth “Betty” McLaughlin, 74, of Florence, SC passed away June 20, 2025.
She was the daughter of the late James McLaughlin and Wille Mae Lee McLaughlin.
Betty had a deep love for flowers and gardening, and each year she lovingly maintained a vibrant flower garden at Braddock Glen Assisted Living. Her garden became a highlight for the community—bringing joy to residents...
William Richard Coleman, Sr.
Jun 20, 2025
William Richard Coleman, 89, of Florence, SC, passed away Friday June 20, 2025.
He was born in Darlington, SC, the son of the late Lillie Belle Smith Coleman and Ervin Coleman. He served in the Army National Guard and was a truck driver for American Bakery for forty-seven years.
Surviving is his wife, Virginia Oakley Coleman; son, William “Ricky” (Mandy) Coleman, Jr.;...
John Mark Wagner
Jun 19, 2025
John Mark Wagner, 60, of Florence, SC passed away Thursday, June 19, 2025.
Born in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, to the late Margaret Sharkey Wagner and Joseph C. Wagner, he was a man of deep faith, love, and devotion. A passionate golfer, he enjoyed his time both on the course and working at the PGA Superstore in North Myrtle Beach. Above all, he...
Anna Jane Cooper
Jun 13, 2025
Anna Jane Cooper, our beautiful baby girl, was born Wednesday June 4th, 2025, at 3:20pm and gained her angel wings Friday June 13th, 2025.
She was the daughter of Tyler Aaron Cooper and Kasey Hooks Cooper.
In addition to her parents she is survived by brother, Aaron Robert Cooper; sister, Avery Elizabeth Cooper; maternal grandparents, Robert Dewey (Wanda Lewis) Hooks; paternal grandparents,...
William "Bill" James
Jun 12, 2025
William “Bill” James, 91, of Effingham, SC, passed away on Thursday, June 12, 2025.
Mr. James was born in Effingham, SC, the son of the late William James and Allie McLaughlin James. He was a graduate of Tans Bay High School, Spartanburg Jr. College, and Francis Marion University, where he received a bachelor’s degree. Mr. James worked as a Research Technician...
Hugh David "Dave" Aycock
Jun 7, 2025
Hugh David "Dave" Aycock, 94, of Florence, SC, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
Born October 18, 1930, in Lilesville, NC, Dave was the son of the late Mary Fannie Maner Aycock and Collier Bennett Aycock. He graduated from Lilesville High School in 1950.
Following graduation, Dave proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War....
Susan Carlton Bailey
Jun 5, 2025
Susan Carlton Bailey, 70, went to her heavenly reward on Thursday, June 5, 2025 after a two-year battle with liver cancer. There to greet her were mother, Harriet Lorraine Rozzell; father, Conley Steele Carlton; brother, Conley “Buzz” Steele Carlton; and brother, Michael Anthony Carlton. She is survived by her husband, Ralph Bailey of Florence, SC; son, Michael Carlton (Brian) of...
Nancy Ann Zimmerman
Jun 4, 2025
Nancy Ann Zimmerman, 70, of Timmonsville, SC passed away Wednesday June 4, 2025.
She was born in Watertown, New York to Joanne Devito Goslin and the late Richard Goslin and was a member of Palmetto Street Church of God.
In addition to her mother, Nancy is survived by her husband of 38 years, Neal Lester Zimmerman, Jr.; sons, Matt, Ben and Jason...
Charles Frank Honeycutt
Jun 3, 2025
Charles Frank Honeycutt, 49, of Fort Mill, SC passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
Mr. Honeycutt was born in Charlotte, NC a son of James Reed Honeycutt and Elaine Hartley Honeycutt. He graduated from West Florence High School and attended USC. From there he went to culinary school in Charleston and transferred to Central Piedmont Community College in Charlotte, NC...
John Henry DuBose
Jun 3, 2025
John Henry DuBose, of Florence, SC, passed away June 3rd, 2025.
He was born in Sumter, SC, the son of the late Willie Thomas DuBose and Eunice Frances Rodgers DuBose. He was a long-time member and deacon at Bethel Baptist Church in Sumter.
John was a member of Florence Baptist Temple and a proud U.S. Army veteran. He served as a board...
Gerald M. Burns
Jun 1, 2025
Gerald M. Burns, 85, of Florence, SC, passed away on June 1, 2025, at McLeod Hospice House.
Mr. Burns was born in Youngstown, OH, the son of the late Eileen Connelly Burns and James M. Burns. He was a veteran of the US Army as a helicopter pilot. He served in active duty for six years, including a year in Vietnam...
Ronnie K. Reynolds
May 30, 2025
Ronnie Keith Reynolds, Sr., 73, of Effingham, SC, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025.
Ronnie was born in Mullins, SC, the son of the late Hazel Jenkins Reynolds and Rupert J. Reynolds, Sr. He was a veteran of the US Air Force and a retired technician with BellSouth Telephone Company. Ronnie served as a Deacon at Sparrow Swamp Baptist Church...
Shirley Braddock Hudson
May 29, 2025
Shirley Braddock Hudson, 78, of Asheville, NC, passed away May 29, 2025.
She was the daughter of William “Willie” Thomas Braddock and Sallie Mae “Todd” Burnice Haynes Braddock.
She raised her kids to love the Lord and trust in Him. She loved to do things for others. She often baked cakes and treats to show her love for those she cherished. Her...
James Curtis Godfrey Sr.
May 28, 2025
CMSgt. James Curtis “Shorty” Godfrey, 78, husband of Lynelle S. Godfrey, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025, after a lengthy battle with cancer.
Born June 4, 1946, In Florence County, he was the son of the late Edgar C. Godfrey, SR. and Lillian Pace Godfrey.
After graduating McClenaghan High School, he married Lynelle and joined the U.S. Air Force, where he proudly...
Richard E. (Dick) Shroyer
May 26, 2025
Richard E. (Dick) Shroyer, 92, of Florence, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025 at his home following a brief illness.He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Joan Shroyer; a son, David (Connie) Shroyer; a daughter-in-law, Nancy Shroyer; andgrandchildren Jonathan (Lori) Shroyer, Samuel Shroyer, Carl DeVault, and Phillip (Betsy) DeVault; and 4 great-grandchildren, Owen, Hayden, Belle and Phillip...
Clayton Bryant Simmons
May 26, 2025
Clayton Bryant Simmons, 86, of Florence, SC passed away Monday, May 26, 2025.
Born in Fayetteville, NC to the late Alma Bryant Simmons and Willie Clayton Simmons. He was a graduate of Fayetteville Senior High School Class of 1956 and majored in Accounting at Worth Business School. He also received CLU Designation from American College of Life Underwriters Pennsylvania in 1970.
He...
