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Recent Obituaries in Florence, SC
Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Florence, South Carolina area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.
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Misty Dawn Richardson
Jan 15, 2015
Misty Dawn Heath Richardson, 40, of Florence, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2015. Mrs. Richardson was born in Marietta, GA, a daughter of Michael Heath and the late Wanda Geter Heath.She was a retired insurance agent. In addition to her mother, she is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Doris and Mozy Geter and her paternal grandparents, Nanette...
Marilyn Bracey Barbot
Jan 12, 2015
Marilyn Bracey Barbot, 92, of Florence, SC, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2015. Mrs. Barbot was born in McDonald, NC, a daughter of the late Aubra Carl Bracey and Harriet Mae Leggett Bracey.She retired from Equity National where she sold health insurance.She was a member of Greenwood Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death...
Shelton Rodney Hinds
Jan 11, 2015
Shelton Rodney Hinds, 59, of Pamplico, SC, departed this life and into eternal life on Sunday, January 11, 2015. Mr. Hinds was born in Florence, SC, a son of the late William Henry Hinds and Dorothy Ellen Turner Hinds.He was a member of Pamplico United Methodist Church and worked for Weatherford Aluminum.Mr. Hinds served with honor in the US Navy...
Dora Kate Moody
Jan 9, 2015
Dora Kate Moody, 82, of Dillon, passed away on Friday, January 9, 2015. Ms. Moody was born in Dillon, a daughter of the late Pierce Arthur Moody and Erma Phillips Moody.She was a telephone operator with BellSouth for 30 years.Ms. Moody was a member of Community Bible Fellowship. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her...
Ronald Patrick Martin
Jan 8, 2015
RONALD PATRICK MARTIN, 74, formerly of Florence, passed away Thursday, January 8, 2015 in the McLeod Hospice House after a battle with cancer. Ronald was the son of the late Oliver E.Martin and Irene Martin Parker. He served his country in the US Navy, and retired from the United States Postal Service. After retirement, he worked with Carter Amusement in...
David Woodrow King
Jan 7, 2015
David Woodrow King, 57, of Florence, SC, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2015. Mr. King was born in was born in Duplin County, NC, the son of the late Cecil King and Louise Dixon King Haithcox. Surviving are his daughters, Andrea Melissa Farmer of Walnut Cove, NC and Brittney Taylor King of Florence; his sister, Christy K. Robinson of...
Irene Nettles Jump
Jan 6, 2015
Irene Nettles Jump, 83, of Effingham, SC, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2015 after an illness. Mrs. Jump was born in Florence Co., SC a daughter of the late Comer Gray and Corrine Broach Gray.She was a Manager for Pantom Manufacturing in Florence. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by herfirst husband, Hoyt Nettles, who...
Carlton L. Pridgen
Jan 6, 2015
Sergeant Major Carlton L. Pridgen, USMC Retired, 89, of Florence, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2015. Sergeant Major Pridgen was born in Florence, a son of the late John G. Pridgen and Allie W. Holloman Pridgen.He was a graduate of Florence High School.As a member of “Our Greatest Generation”, he was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp,...
Philip B. Shaw
Jan 6, 2015
FLORENCE – Philip B. Shaw, Sr., 80, of Florence passed away peacefully on January 6th, 2015, in the care and comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Gorham, Maine to the late Fred Alden Shaw and Ella Phinney Shaw. He lived in Wilson, North Carolina for 17 years where he established Shaw Motor Sales.In 1984 he...
Dennis Bryan Wright
Jan 5, 2015
Dennis Bryan Wright, 46, of Florence, passed away after a brief illness at his residence on January 5, 2015. Dennis was born in Florence, the son of Daisy Ross Wright and the late Deke Wright.He was a charter member of Gospel Temple Worship Center.Dennis loved his family, playing his guitar and was an avid fisherman. Surviving are his mother, Daisy...
Mary James Holladay
Jan 5, 2015
MARY KATHRYNN JAMES HOLLADAY FLORENCE, SC Mary Kathrynn James Holladay, 89, of Florence, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2015 in a Florence health care facility after an illness. Mrs. Holladay was born in Florence, SC a daughter of the late Grover Cleveland James and Bessie Elizabeth Isgett James.She was a member of South Florence Baptist Church. She was preceded...
Audrey Anne Bush
Jan 4, 2015
AUDREY ANNE BUSH FLORENCE, SC Audrey Anne Bush, 17, of Florence, passed away on Sunday, January 04, 2015 at Carolinas Hospital System after a sudden illness. Audrey was born in Florence, SC, a daughter of George James Bush and Mary Smith McMillan.She was a senior at South Florence High School where she was a proud member of the Marching Band.She...
Jeddie Wilson Luhrs
Jan 4, 2015
JEDDIE WILSON LUHRS, 78, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 4, 2015 at McLeod Regional Medical Center surrounded by her family. Jeddie was born in Florence, SC, a daughter of the late Robert Edgar "Stroney" Wilson and Lida Doughty Wilson. She was a faithful servant, wife, mother and friend, choosing a lifelong calling to care for others...
John Hampton Hendrick
Dec 31, 2014
JOHN HAMPTON HENDRICK, SR. FLORENCE, SC JOHN HAMPTON HENDRICK, SR., 67, of Florence, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at his residence. Mr. Hendrick was born in Conway, SC a son of the late James Hampton Hendrick and Sarah Holt Hendrick.He was a US Air Force veteran and a former Realtor. Surviving are his children, John H. (Kerri) Hendrick,...
Robert Bruce Miner
Dec 31, 2014
Robert Bruce Miner, Sr., 58, of Effingham, SC , passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2014. Mr. Miner was born in Sumter, SC, the son of the late Harry Miner and Myrtle Calhoun Miner.He was employed with Cole’s Sheet Metal. Surviving are his sons, Robby Miner, II, of Effingham and Johnathan (Lisa) Miner of Florence; his daughter, Jody Miner of...
Janice Celeste Allen
Dec 30, 2014
Janice Celeste Allen, 49, of Florence, died suddenly Tuesday morning, December 30, 2014, in a local hospital. Celeste was born in Florence, a daughter of Janice Blackmon Welch (Bobby) and William Gerald “Jerry” Allen (Ronnie). She was a graduate of Florence-Darlington Tech and worked as a Dental Assistant.She was a member of The Florence Baptist Temple. She loved cooking, horses,...
Myrtle Ghoens Mcleod
Dec 29, 2014
Myrtle Ghoens McLeod, 102, of Florence, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2014. Mrs. McLeod was born in Florence County, a daughter of the late Silas Flemings Ghoens and Jaynee Grey Ghoens.She was one of eight children and graduated valedictorian from Elim School.She worked as manager of the boys department at Sears for forty years.She was an avid gardener and...
Joseph Ronald Miller
Dec 29, 2014
JOSEPH RONALD MILLER, 67, of Florence, passed away Monday, December 29, 2014 at his residence after an illness. Joseph was born in Hemingway, a son of the late Joseph Samuel and Maggie Waldstrom Miller. He had retired from Georgetown Steel Company after over 30 years of service. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a sister,...
Mary Louise Mcclellan
Dec 27, 2014
MARY LOUISE MCCLELLAN GREENSBORO, NC Mary Louise McClellan died December 27, 2014 after a long illness in Greensboro, N.C. at the age of 93. Mary is survived by her son Robert McClellan and her daughter-in-law, Paulette McClellan of Greensboro, NC; 3 grandchildren: Joshua Finocchario of Denver, CO; Amber Finocchario of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; and Tyler Daniels of Greenville, SC; her...
Robin Owens Todd
Dec 26, 2014
Robin Owens Todd, 52, of Florence, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2014. Ms. Todd was born in Florence, SC, a daughter of Clarence “Toby” William Owens and the late Elva Rhames Owens Clark. In addition to her father, she is survived by her daughter, Emily Bone of Florence; sister, Kim Sawyer of Effingham; brother, Russell (Stacie) Owens of Florence;...
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