Obituaries

Murtlee K. Frost

Murtlee K. Frost

Mar 20, 2025

Murtlee Kirby Frost of Florence transitioned on Thursday, March 20, 2025. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the family of Murtlee Kirby Frost in your thoughts and prayers.

Linwood D. Davis

Linwood D. Davis

Mar 10, 2025

Mr. Linwood Demetrius Davis, affectionately known as “Linwood,” was born on March 1st, 1968. He gently departed this world on Monday, March 10th, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, music, and devotion.

Linwood was a cherished son of Haywood and Linda Kirven Davis. He took great pride in his journey through life, beginning with his graduation from West Florence High...

Peggy J. Streater

Peggy J. Streater

Feb 25, 2025

Ms. Peggy Joyce “Peggy Sue” Streater was born October 29, 1972 in Florence, SC. The daughter of William and Melissa McCollough. She went home to be with the Lord on February 25, 2025.

 Peggy attended Florence Public School One. She also attended Florence County Disability and Special Needs. 

 Peggy was quiet and had a beautiful smile.

 She leaves to cherish her memories her parents,...

Tyree S. Fleming

Tyree S. Fleming

Feb 24, 2025

Mr. Tyree Shaheed “Ty” Fleming, the son of Keith McKnight and Regina McKnight was born February 25, 1991 in Newark, New Jersey. He transitioned to his eternal resting place on Monday, February 24, 2025.

Tyree and his family relocated to Lake City, South Carolina in October 2001. His formal education began in Newark, New Jersey and he later furthered his education...

Patricia A. Emanuel

Patricia A. Emanuel

Feb 24, 2025

Patricia Ann Leonard Emanuel entered into eternal rest on February 24, 2025 at her home. She was born on March 5, 1969 in Florence County to Willie Lee Timmons and Gladys Skinner Leonard. 

Patricia Ann attended the public schools of Florence County. She was employed with various jobs in Florence County until her health declined. 

Patricia Ann enjoyed spending time with her...

Ernest J. Josey, Jr.

Ernest J. Josey, Jr.

Feb 22, 2025

Mr. Ernest Jabeth Josey (known as Ernie) was sent to his eternal home on February 22, 2025 in Florence, South Carolina. Ernie Josey is survived by his son, Rashad Josey; and his granddaughter, Chloe Josey, by his loving parents, Earnest and Cherry Josey; four siblings, Taffron Vereen, Tonce (Tieonda) Vereen, Jeremy Josey, and Lacey (Ramadhan) Suya; He also leaves behind...

Martha H. James

Martha H. James

Feb 22, 2025

Mother Martha Ann Haynesworth James was born June 14, 1932 in Timmonsville, South Carolina to the late Hazel and Annie Dell Jackson Haynesworth. She departed this earthly life on February 22, 2025, at her home peacefully. 

She was a faithful worker at Mount Sinai Holiness Church in Florence, South Carolina; a faithful worker at Bethel Apostolic Church in Florence, South Carolina,...

Aza Lee H. Williams

Aza Lee H. Williams

Feb 20, 2025

Mrs. Aza Lee Hines-Williams began her earthly journey on January 16, 1959, in Effingham, South Carolina. She was the daughter of the late Mr. John Albert Hines Sr. and Mrs. Annie Lee Hines. Aza Lee peacefully transitioned from earth to glory at home with family on Thursday morning, February 20th, 2025, at the age of 66.

Aza Lee was a 1977...

Miguel Davila

Miguel Davila

Feb 19, 2025

Miguel Davila of Florence transitioned on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the family of Miguel Davila in your thoughts and prayers.

Albertus A. Smalls, Jr.

Albertus A. Smalls, Jr.

Feb 18, 2025

Mr. Albertus "Brother" Alexander Smalls Jr. was born on April 6, 1950, in Florence County to the late Albertus Smalls and Pearl Wilson Smalls. He departed this life on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, after an illness.

 "Brother", as he was affectionately called, was a graduate of Wilson High School class of 1971. He later attended Florence Darlington Technical College where he...

Bonnie G. Scott

Bonnie G. Scott

Feb 11, 2025

Bonnie Gene Scott was born in Florence County, South Carolina on June 29, 1949, to the late Mary Louise Scott Cooper and the late Charlie Williams. 

Bonnie departed this earthly life on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at the Carlyle Nursing Home. Bonnie was affectionately called “Bunny” and “Navy” by many friends and family. 

Bonnie was well known in the East Florence Community....

Donald T. Johnson

Donald T. Johnson

Feb 2, 2025

Donald Terry Johnson of Florence transitioned on Sunday, February 2, 2025. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC. 

Please keep the family of Donald Terry Johnson in your thoughts and prayers.

Cynthia T. Green

Cynthia T. Green

Jan 24, 2025

Cynthia T. Green of Florence transitioned on Friday, January 24, 2025. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the family of Cynthia T. Green in your thoughts and prayers.

Morris Frazier

Morris Frazier

Jan 20, 2025

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

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Minnie F. Brayboy

Minnie F. Brayboy

Jan 14, 2025

Minnie Faye James Brayboy was born in Florence County on May 19, 1960 to the late Jesse James, Sr. and the late Almeta McKay James. She departed this earthly life on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

Minnie was affectionately called Faye by many friends and family. 

Minnie was educated in the public schools of Florence County School District Two, graduating from Hannah Pamplico...

Darvion M. Christian

Darvion M. Christian

Jan 12, 2025

Darvion Marquis Unique Christian of Florence transitioned on Sunday, January 12, 2025. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC. 

Please keep the family of Darvion Marquis Unique Christian in your thoughts and prayers.

Little Miss Tamera Gurley

Little Miss Tamera Gurley

Jan 11, 2025

Little Miss Tamera Gurley of Florence transitioned on Saturday, January 11, 2025. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the family of Little Miss Tamera Gurley in your thoughts and prayers.

Lurlia M. Ellerbe

Lurlia M. Ellerbe

Jan 8, 2025

MS. LURLIA “MAE” SMITH ELLERBE was born the seventh of ten children on February 3, 1944 in Florence County to the late David Smith, Sr. and the late Mary Gurley Smith. She departed this earthly life on January 8, 2025 after an illness.

Lurlia was affectionately called “Mae” by many family and friends. She was a graduate of Wilson High School...

Lisa Ann Leoso

Lisa Ann Leoso

Jan 5, 2025

Lisa Ann Leoso of Florence transitioned on Sunday, January 5, 2025. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Please keep the family of Lisa Ann Leoso in your thoughts and prayers.

Clarence R. Matthews, Jr.

Clarence R. Matthews, Jr.

Jan 5, 2025

Mr. Clarence Roosevelt “Larry” Matthews, Jr. was born March 23, 1958 in Florence, South Carolina to Clarence Roosevelt “Larry” Matthews, Sr. and the late Mary Louise “Frances” Kirven Matthews. He passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at 2:45 am while a patient at McLeod Regional Medical Center after an extended illness.

“Larry” attended Wilson High School in Florence, South Carolina,...

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