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Obituaries
Lenolia Bryant
Nov 21, 2024
Lenolia "Kitty" Keith Bryant, born on December 29, 1930, in Hartsville, South Carolina, passed away peacefully, on November 21, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication. She was the cherished daughter of the late Eddie Keith, Sr. and Ruth Barnes Keith James and stepdaughter of the late Leo James, and the sister of the Late Eddie Keith, Jr....
Frances Mae Riley
Nov 19, 2024
Frances Mae Riley of Florence transitioned on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.
Please keep the family of Frances Mae Riley in your thoughts and prayers.
Doshia Mae Waiters
Nov 13, 2024
Ms. Doshia Mae Waiters, age 91, of the Mars Bluff Community in Florence County, South Carolina, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Born in the rural Mars Bluff Community, she was one of fourteen children of the late Otis Waiters and Tena Gregg Waiters.
Doshia was a woman of faith and devotion. For many years, she was a dedicated...
Ricquel B. Burgess
Nov 11, 2024
RICQUEL BRYANT BURGESS was born on February 1,1970 in Florence, South Carolina to his mother and best friend Bessie Mae Burgess and father Grady Burgess, Jr. He passed away on Tuesday, November 11, 2024 at McLeod Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.
“Ricky” or “Rock”, as he was affectionately known was a quiet and humble the shining light in...
Yvette Ennis
Nov 10, 2024
Yvette Ennis of Darlington transitioned on Sunday, November 10, 2024. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.
Please keep the family of Yvette Ennis in your thoughts and prayers.
Arthur L. Lattaker
Nov 5, 2024
Arthur LeVern Lattaker was born on March 12, 1939, to Bert and Laura Lattaker in Brevard, NC.
Arthur received his formal education at Butler High School in Hartsville, SC. He accepted Christ as his Savior at an early age and was united with the New Jerusalem Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon on the Deacon Board.
Arthur enlisted into the...
Thomas J. Timmons
Nov 2, 2024
Mr. Thomas J. Timmons known as “Spooky” was a dedicated and beloved servant of Florence County and a beloved member of the Florence community. Thomas was born in Effingham on April 26, 1942, to the late Albert Timmons and Mary Lee Timmons-Burch. Thomas was a pilar of strength, service, and commitment to both his family and his community. Thomas touched...
James C. Hines
Nov 2, 2024
Mr. James C. Hines better known as “Junior” transitioned peacefully on Saturday, November 2, 2024. In Florence, SC leaving behind his love, service, and cherished memories. He was born March 15, 1937, the son of the late James Andrew Hines and Lerlean Mattie Hines.
James accepted Christ as His Lord and Savior at an early age at Ebenezer Baptist Church. James...
Vivian H. Guyton
Oct 25, 2024
Vivian Holmes Guyton entered this world on June 13, 1931, in Darlington, SC, to Willis and Thelma (Bacot) Holmes in Darlington, SC. She was the eldest of four children-three girls and one boy. Vivian (Bill), Walker (Buddy), Juanita (who died at age 5), and Thelma (Barbara) were also born. Vivian was also known as Bill to family members.
Grandpop wanted a...
Donzell D. Planter
Oct 22, 2024
Mr. Donzell Demetres Planter was born on May 11, 1966 in Florence, South Carolina to Melba Tindal Planter and the late McNeil Planter Jr.
Donzell received his formal education in the Public Schools of Florence, SC. He was a graduate of Wilson High School, Class of 1984 and later completed Alliance Truck Driving School in Asheville, North Carolina.
“Zell” as he was affectionately called worked as a truck...
Henry R. Cooper
Oct 8, 2024
Henry Roosevelt Cooper was born to the late John Wesley Cooper and Annie Calhoun Cooper on May 8, 1953 in Kingstree, SC. He was the youngest of eight children. Monster, as he was affectionally called, as a young adult lived in Lake City, SC and Florence, SC. As a teenager he moved with his sister, Gardenia, to Bridgeport, Connecticut.
Monster worked...
Mary E. McMillian
Oct 3, 2024
Mother Mary E. McMillian , 77, was born May 22, 1947, in Florence County. She was the daughter of the late James Moses and Millie McMillian. She departed this life on Thursday October 3, 2024.
Mother Mary received her formal education in the Public Schools of Florence, SC. She was a graduate of Wilson High School, Class of 1965. She moved...
Shondoria Graham
Oct 2, 2024
Shondoria “Bolly” Graham, daughter of Charles Graham and the late Martha Graham was born on February 8, 1976 in Florence. She departed this earthly life on Wednesday, October 2, 2024.
Shondoria received her education in the public schools of Florence County and graduated from Lake City High School, Class of 1995.
Shondoria was employed with the LaQuinta Inn and Suites in Hospitality....
Mamie R. Spears
Sep 29, 2024
Mamie Ruth Spears was born on December 31, 1926 in Florence, SC to Benjamin and Minnie McElveen Williams. She peacefully departed this life on September 29, 2024 at home.
She accepted Christ at an early age and joined the Olive Grove Baptist Church in Coward, SC where she worshipped in a close community of family and friends.
She was joined in holy...
Joyce G. Ford
Sep 23, 2024
Our beloved Joyce Gillespie Ford was born on April 23, 1948 in Hamilton, Ohio and fully lived 76 amazing years. Joyce was the daughter of the late Issac Nathaniel Gillespie II (Butch) and Sylvia Lee Pitts Gillespie; a loyal wife of 44 years to Marion Ford; the devoted mother to Rozlyn Ford; loving grandmother to Jansen and Sylvia Ford; and...
Rayshaw L. Gaddy
Sep 23, 2024
At the age of 92, Rayshaw L. Gaddy entered eternal rest on September 23, 2024 in Florence, South Carolina. He was born May 24, 1932 the son of the late Annie (Aunt Pree) Gaddy. He was the youngest of three siblings. A man of immense integrity, compassion, and unwavering dedication, Rayshaw left a profound impact on all who were fortunate...
Charles G. Fudzinski
Sep 16, 2024
Charles Gerard Fudzinski of Florence, SC transitioned on Monday, September 16, 2024. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.
Please keep the family of Charles Gerard Fudzinski in your thoughts and prayers.
Alphonza Hough
Sep 10, 2024
Alphonza “Nicky” Hough, a beloved father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away on September 10, 2024, at the age of 73.
Alphonza was born on December 17, 1950, in Timmonsville, South Carolina, in a little red house to the late Hazer Hough, Sr. and Mary Ruth Wingate Hough. Alphonza attended Mayo High School in Darlington, SC. He then attended Denmark Technical...
Sheena C. Taylor
Sep 8, 2024
Sheena C. Taylor of Florence transitioned on Sunday, September 8, 2024. Arrangements will be announced by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.
Please keep the family of Sheena C. Taylor in your thoughts and prayers.
Mildred P. Durant
Sep 8, 2024
Mrs. Mildred Peterkin Durant was born on January 30, 1949 in Darlington Country to the late Bennie Peterkin, Sr. and the late Julia Peterkin.
Mildred was educated in the public schools of Darlington County.
Mildred was a member of Bethany Baptist Church of Lamar, SC. She loved her church and her church family.
Mildred was married to the late Jerry Durant for over...
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