Richard Eugene 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...
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...
Thomas Clifton Camak
May 17, 2025
A funeral service celebrating the life of Thomas Clifton Camak will be held 3:00 PM on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Calvary Baptist Church, 915 Cherokee Road, Florence, SC. Family will greet friends from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM at the Church.
Burial with Military Honors will follow in Florence Memorial Gardens directed by Stoudenmire-Dowling Funeral Home.
Mr. Camak was born in...
Mary Jo Clark Moon
May 14, 2025
Mary Jo Clark Moon, 87, of Pamplico, SC, passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
Mrs. Moon was born in Canton, GA to the late Mary Manus Clark and Joseph Clark.
She was a hardworking and mischievous spirit, known for her boundless love as a devoted wife, mother, and Maw Maw. A creative soul, she found joy in writing and singing her own...
Gerald "Jerry" Alan Leach
May 14, 2025
Gerald “Jerry” Alan Leach, 63, of Myrtle Beach, SC, passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC.
Jerry was born December 23, 1961, in Washington, DC, to Elaine Knobler Leach and the late Abraham “Abe” Leach. Jerry was a proud graduate of East Carolina University (’83), where he was also a member of the Marching Pirates....
Elizabeth Owens Boulware Lawson
May 13, 2025
On May 13, 2025, our beloved mother, Elizabeth (Lib) Owens Boulware Lawson, was called home to be with the Lord. She lived a life rooted in faith, devoted to Christ, and guided by the teachings of the Holy Bible.
Our mom was a woman of unwavering belief, whose love for the Lord shone through every aspect of her life. She found...
John Franklin Garris
May 12, 2025
His faith has now become sight, as John Franklin Garris has passed from this life unto the next.
John Franklin Garris, 82, of Florence, SC, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025.
He was born on October 22, 1942, in Clarendon County, SC, the son of the late Dib Baxter Garris and Connie Johnson Garris. He was a member for 53...
Lisa Ann Bailey Kelehear
May 10, 2025
Lisa Ann Bailey Kelehear, 59, of Effingham, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025.
Ms. Kelehear was born in Florence, SC a daughter of Lana Celestine Powers Bailey and the late Reuben D. Bailey. She had been employed with INS Grocers and was a member of Freedom Liberty Worship Center.
Surviving are her mother; daughter, Taylor McDaniel; and brother, Frank Bailey.
The family...
Carey Cyril Shealy, Jr.
May 10, 2025
Carey Cyril Shealy, Jr., 72, of Florence, SC passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025.
Carey was born in Danville, VA, to the late Miriam Taylor Shealy and Carey Cyril Shealy, Sr. He was in the United States Navy, worked as a Truck Manager at Horne Ford for years and retired from San-Glo Glass.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in...
Alton Odell Lloyd
May 8, 2025
Alton Odell Lloyd of Florence, SC, passed away on May 8, 2025, at The Veteran Village of Florence. Born November 8, 1936, he was the son of the late Muldrow Dowling Lloyd and Vera Thomas Lloyd.
He was also preceded in death by his wife, Michael “Mikey” Lloyd, his son Marc Alton Lloyd, his brother Dennis Lloyd and his stepdaughter Tonya...
Vivian Norton Keys
May 7, 2025
Vivian Norton Keys, 82, of Florence, SC passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2025.
Vivian was born in Florence, SC, the daughter of the late Nettie Leola Coward and Robert “Bob” Norton. She was a graduate of Bonaire Highschool and retired as the Senior Sales Director of Mary Kay Cosmetics. She was a member of Abundant Life Church.
In addition to her parents,...
