Obituaries

Regina F. McKnight

Regina F. McKnight

May 9, 2025

Regina F. McKnight of Florence transitioned on Friday, May 9, 2025. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC. 

Please keep the family of Regina F. McKnight in your thoughts and prayers.

Shirley J. Alford-McDaniel

Shirley J. Alford-McDaniel

May 2, 2025

Shirley Jean Alford McDaniel, affectionately known as “Shane”, was born August 2, 1954 to Elease McCray and Joe Brown, Sr. She passed away from this earthly life on Friday, May 2, 2025.

Her mother passed when she was just seven (7) years old. She was then raised by her Aunt Corien Burgess Jackson, who preceded her in death.

Shirley attended public school...

Wilbur Muldrow, Jr.

Wilbur Muldrow, Jr.

Apr 30, 2025

Mr. Wilbur "Junebug" Muldrow, Jr. was born on November 24, 1936 to the late Wilbur and Chole Muldrow in Florence, SC.

He peacefully made his transition into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.

Wilbur affectionately called "Junebug" was educated in the public schools of Florence, SC.

He was employed with Roger Williams Refrigerator for over 20 yrs as well as the Gangplank...

Lillie R. Fulton

Lillie R. Fulton

Apr 29, 2025

Although our hearts are aching, we do not grieve like those who have no hope, for our hope is in the Lord. Thus, we celebrate and rejoice in the life of Lillie Fulton who ended her earthly race on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.

We thank God for sustaining her for 94 years and allowing her to see her children become seasoned...

Paul A. Morris

Paul A. Morris

Apr 24, 2025

Paul Albert Morris, 78, of Veteran Village, Florence, SC peacefully died on April 24, 2025.

Paul was born on May 12, 1946, in Oneida, NY. He is the son of the late Albert R Morris and Sarah C Morris, sister of Deborah M Casey, and brother-in-law of the late Michael J Casey.

Paul attended Clemson University, enlisted in the US Navy where...

Michael T. Law

Michael T. Law

Apr 18, 2025

Michael Law was the cherished eldest son of the late Joseph Law, Jr. and Lena Mae Smalls Law. He was born on December 30, 1958, in Florence, South Carolina, a blessing to his family and community from the very start. Michael’s life serves as a reminder that “Life is but a vapor.” He transitioned from labor to reward on April 18,...

Frances V. McClain

Frances V. McClain

Apr 17, 2025

Mrs. Frances Virginia Lee Robinson McClain affectionally known as “Fran”, was born on February 29, 1928 in Claussen, SC to the late Namon and Melvina Robinson. She departed this earthly life on April 17, 2025 at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence, SC.

Fran was educated in the public schools of Florence School District One and was a graduate of Wilson...

Charles E. Graham

Charles E. Graham

Apr 17, 2025

Charles Edward “Bud“ Graham the son of the late Henry Graham and Elizabeth Brown Graham was born in Lake City, SC and attended the public schools of Florence County. Later in life he developed a relationship with Sadie Mae Graham. 

He was joined in holy matrimony to the late Martha Ann “Peanut” Graham and this union was blessed wIth three children. 

“Bud”...

Rev. Christine B. Harrison

Rev. Christine B. Harrison

Apr 15, 2025

With deep love and gratitude for a life well lived, we celebrate the homegoing of Reverend Christine Brown Harrison affectionately known as Yaya, who earned her wings on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.

Born in Pamplico, South Carolina on March 2, 1941, Reverend Christine Harrison was the cherished daughter of the late Reverend Walter Brown and Susan Ella Canteen Brown. 

She was raised...

Roberta Mazyck

Roberta Mazyck

Apr 13, 2025

Roberta Mazyck, (affectionally called Plummie) left this world on April 13, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on October 29, 1942, in St. Stephens, South Carolina, Roberta lived a life rich in love, service, and faith.

 Roberta was the beloved daughter of the late Arthur and Beatrice Starling Mazyck. She was preceded in death by her dear brother, Frank Mazyck....

Annie M. Peace

Annie M. Peace

Apr 9, 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.”

                                                        Psalm 23:4

Mrs. Annie...

Dr. Michael A. Cooke

Dr. Michael A. Cooke

Apr 7, 2025

Michael Anthony Cooke, PhD was born on July 13, 1951 in Washington, District of Columbia to the late Clarence Edward and the late Ruth Thelma Cooke. He entered into eternal rest on Monday, April 7, 2025.

Dr. Cooke graduated from Washington, District of Columbia’s Spingarn High School. He went on to further his education by earning a Bachelor  of Arts degree...

Ronald C. Rivers

Ronald C. Rivers

Apr 3, 2025

Ronald Calvin Rivers, age 56, departed this life on April 3, 2025, and went home to be with his Heavenly Father after a period of illness.

Ronald was born on November 16, 1968, in Jersey City, New Jersey, to Proctor and Lillie Rivers. The family later relocated to Kingstree, South Carolina, where Ronald was baptized at Antioch Baptist Church and accepted...

Robert L. Watson, Sr.

Robert L. Watson, Sr.

Apr 3, 2025

Mr. Robert Lee “Brother “ Watson, Sr., 72, the son of the late James and Martha Watson was born April 5, 1953 in Marlboro County, South Carolina. He passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025.

Robert graduated from Blenheim High School in Blenheim, South Carolina.

Robert was married to the late Joyce Pugh-Watson and this union was blessed with three children, Robert...

Calvin E. Robinson, Sr.

Calvin E. Robinson, Sr.

Apr 3, 2025

“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all consolation, who consoles us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to console those who are in any affliction with the consolation with which we ourselves are consoled by God.”

 II Corinthians 1:3-4

Mr. Calvin Ernest Robinson, Sr. a...

Eddie F. Walston

Eddie F. Walston

Mar 29, 2025

Mr. Eddie Floyd Walston was granted eternal rest on Saturday, March 29, 2025. He was born on June 19, 1947, to the late Lenard Walston and Mary Della Sherrod Walston of Williamston, North Carolina.

Eddie Floyd Walston was educated in the public schools of Williamston, North Carolina, where he graduated from E. J. Hayes High School in 1968. After high school,...

Henry Davis

Henry Davis

Mar 27, 2025

On Thursday, March 27, 2025, a loving brother, Mr. Henry “Boy Blue” Davis departed this earthly life to his eternal home at the age of 75. He was born September 11, 1949, to the late Dorothy Deloris Davis.

Henry spent most of his early years in the home. He was affectionately known as “Boy Blue” by his family and friends.

Henry was preceded...

Allen Scipio

Allen Scipio

Mar 24, 2025

Allen Scipio, 77 of Florence, South Carolina, died at a Salisbury, North Carolina veterans nursing home on March 24, 2025. 

Allen was born in Darlington, South Carolina and attended Florence District One schools. 

Allen was proceeded in death by his father, Waddell Gardner; mother, Marie Gardner; brother, Waddell Gardner Jr., and sister, Mary Gardner.

 Allen Scipio leave behind to cherish his precious memories...

Myrt Lee Frost

Myrt Lee Frost

Mar 20, 2025

A Celebration of the Life of Deacon Myrt Lee Kirby Frost:

A Woman of Love, Strength, Grace, and Faith

"She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue." Proverbs 31:25-26

Deacon Myrt Lee Kirby Frost was born on May 5, 1941, in Florence, SC, the youngest...

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...