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...
Pauline Chris Palles Costas
May 25, 2025
Pauline Chris Palles Costas, 98, of Florence, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 25, 2025, after a brief stay at McLeod Hospice House, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on September 30, 1926, in Florence, Pauline was the daughter of the late Chris Mitchell Palles and Constantina Vasilakos. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband,...
Harold Eugene Horton
May 25, 2025
Harold Eugene Horton, 89, of Florence, SC, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025.
He was born in Kershaw County, SC, the son of the late Thomas Roscoe Horton and Maud Eva Dabney Thorne. Mr. Horton attended Calvary Baptist Church. He was a member of the Hampton Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite and the Omar Shriner Temple, where he was a past...
Rosalyn Celeste Varn Edwards
May 25, 2025
Rosalyn Celeste Varn Edwards, 94, of Washington, North Carolina, died May 25, 2025. There will be a memorial service in the Mary Alice Ingram Chapel at The Manor in Florence, SC, where she received wonderful care for the past three years.
Mrs. Edwards was born in Yemassee, SC, the daughter of Harry W. Varn and Rosalie Mixon Varn. She was the...
Shue Chun Lui
May 25, 2025
Shue Chun Lui, 76, of Florence, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 25th, 2025. A devoted husband and dutiful father, he is survived by his wife of 47 years, Chui Ha Lui; his sons Wing Hong Lui and Wing Tai (Quynh) Lui; and granddaughter Aria Mai Lui. Also surviving are his brothers Shu Yiu Louie, Shu Shun Lui, Shu...
Joseph Don Broadwell
May 24, 2025
Joseph Don Broadwell, 75, of Florence, passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025.
Mr. Broadwell was born in Florence, SC a son of the late Jesse Don Broadwell and Carrie Boswell Broadwell. He graduated from Francis Marion College with a degree in mathematics. He loved music, especially beach music, and his dog, Ben. A beloved farmer and family man, Joe dedicated...
Janet Lee Morgan
May 23, 2025
Janet Lee Morgan passed away peacefully in her home on May 23rd, 2025.
She is survived by her 3 children Joshua Kern, Will Colburn and Vanessa Colburn along with her 6 grandchildren Taylor Kern, Jada Brockington, Miya Brockington, Casey Kern, Noah Kern and Toboe Colburn. Her two loving sisters, Linda (Michael) Hayes and Denise (Butch) McGee; lifelong friend and parenting partner...
Colies Eugene Wilkes
May 22, 2025
Colies Eugene Wilkes, 73, of Effingham, SC, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
Mr. Wilkes was born the son of the late Ruth Broach Wilkes and Colies Wilkes. He was a heavy machine operator and avid fisher.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brothers, Bascom Wilkes and Otis Wilkes.
Surviving are his sons, Bradley Wilkes (Rita...
Jean Gandy Montrose
May 21, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Willie Jean “Jeannie” Montrose, affectionally know as Nanny to her family. She was a cherished wife, mother and grandmother. Jeannie, a pillar of strength and faith, went to be with the Lord at 2:27pm on May 21, 2025. She fought a courageous battle with cancer and passed at her home surrounded by...
Nathaniel Michael Ansay
May 20, 2025
Nathaniel Michael Ansay, 24, of Effingham, SC, passed away Tuesday, May 20. 2025.
Nate was born in Florence, South Carolina, to Kimberly Odom Hatfield and Christopher Ansay. A proud graduate of the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy, he served as a Deputy with the Florence County Sheriff's Office. Nate was a dedicated member of the “B” Squad and part of the...
Lance Jarrod Martin
May 18, 2025
Lance Jarrod Martin, 45, of Effingham, SC, passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025.
Lance was born in Marion, South Carolina, to Vicki Atkinson Martin and Harold Gene Martin. A passionate hunter, fisherman, and outdoor enthusiast, he found joy in nature and the simple pleasures of life.
Known for his outgoing personality, Lance never met a stranger, he had a gift for making...
