Obituary Listing

Apr 12, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that the Watts family announce the passing of Walker Scott Watts, 31. Mr. Watts passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026.Born in Florence, SC, he was the son of Larue Randall Watts and the late Charlotte L. Smith. Walker enjoyed being outdoors, hunting, and fishing. He was an excellent mechanic and spent a lot of...

Apr 11, 2026

Sherwood Ray Gray, 90, entered into rest on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Born in Lake City SC, he was the son of the late Sam Clyde Gray and the late Gracie Gaskins Gray.

He served in the United States Air Force where he was a member of the Strategic Air Command. He attended First Free Will Baptist Church. Sherwood retired from...

Apr 9, 2026

Donna Collins Hill, 75, entered into rest on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Born in Horry County SC, she was the daughter of the late John Elbert Collins and the late Joyce Todd Collins.

Donna was a hairdresser for 30 years until her retirement. After retirement, she enjoyed crafts, painting, riding motorcycles and boating. One of her favorite things was riding on...

Apr 7, 2026

Eugene Lee, 81, of Timmonsville, South Carolina, passed away on April 7, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Born on December 27, 1944, he was the son of Darby and Leola Lee and grew up in Timmonsville, where he formed the foundation of faith, family, and hard work that guided his life. He graduated from Southside High School in 1963.

Eugene dedicated...

Apr 4, 2026

It is with heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mr. Donald (Don) Hancock, at the age of 79. He left this earth on Saturday, April 4, 2026, while surrounded by his family that loves him dearly.

Don was born on April 11,1946 in Florence, SC. He was a son of the late Tracy and Frances Stokes Hancock.

In Don's younger years,...

Apr 2, 2026

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Daniel Patrick Martin, 64, a gentle soul whose enduring spirit touched many lives.

Danny was born at St Eugene Hospital in Dillon, SC on July 25, 1961, to Herbert V. Martin, Sr and Mae Boatwright Martin. Danny was a devout Christian and spent hours studying scripture and shared his faith...

Mar 31, 2026

Marjorie "Laney" Forde Rush, 74, entered into rest on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Florence SC, she was the daughter of the late William Leonard Forde and the late Sarah Frances Caulder Forde.

She loved flowers and was a florist for many years. She adored her grandchildren and will be missed dearly.

Surviving are...

Mar 30, 2026

Donna Thomas Ashley, 71, entered into rest on Monday, March 30, 2026. Born in Barnwell SC, she was a daughter of the late Marvin Thomas and Ila Zuline Alsbrooks Thomas.

Surviving are daughters, April Jones (Todd), Cassidy Welch, Tracy Preece (Charles); grandchildren, Baylea Ashley-Hewitt, Houston Welch, Isla Jones, Rhett Jones, Gracyn Jones; sister, Vonnie McKenzie; special loved ones, Sabrina Wallace, Elena...

Mar 28, 2026

Harold "Gene" Marsh, 90, entered into rest on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

Born in Buckhannon WV, he was the son of the late Harold O. Marsh and the late Gail Arbogast Marsh Bennett. He was a member of New Hope Baptist Church. Harold was also a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles and the Darlington Moose Lodge #565. He was...

Mar 22, 2026

Mr. Hubert "Milton" Anderson, 68, entered into rest on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at his home.

Born in Florence, SC, he was the son of the late Hubert "Bun" and Bobbie Lou Thomlinson Anderson. Milton was a man whose life was deeply rooted in music, with a remarkable knowledge of artists and a passion that could be felt by everyone around...

Mar 21, 2026

Mr. Kenneth Hill Brown, 90, entered into rest on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

Born in Spartanburg County, SC, he was a son of the late Fred and Venity Hammett Brown. Ken was a wonderful husband and was known for being a kind and loving man. He enjoyed fishing and boating, especially going to Santee. He also loved to spend time with...

Mar 20, 2026

Harrel Anderson Jordan, precious husband to Betty Jo, Dad to Crystal (Chad) and Andy (Lauren), and Pops to Anderson, Georgianna and Bentley, passed away Friday, March 20, 2026. He was 77.

Harrel was born in the Lake Swamp area of Timmonsville, SC, the son of the late Jesse and Hannah Anderson Jordan. As a child he grew up in Lake Swamp...

Mar 14, 2026

David Larry Pierce, 81, of Timmonsville went peacefully to his heavenly home on March 14, 2026.A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, March 17 at 4 pm at Sparrow Swamp Baptist Church Cemetery in Timmonsville.Born in Florence county, he was the son of the late John & Effie Pierce.He graduated from Timmonsville High School and then FDTC. After graduating,...

Mar 12, 2026

Helen Florence Stewart Araujo, 97, of Florence, SC, entered into her heavenly rest on Thursday, March 12, 2026.

Born in High Point, NC, she was a daughter of the late Hubert Calvin Stewart and the late Nellie Leonard Stewart. She was raised on a farm and lived through the Great Depression. Following her graduation from High Point Hospital School of Nursing,...

Mar 12, 2026

A graveside service for Mr. Toufic Michael Shia, II, 76, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026, in Mt. Hope Cemetery. The Rev. Larry Sanders will officiate.

Mr. Shia entered into rest on Thursday, March 12,2026. Born in Florence, SC, he was a son of the late William and Eva Dukes Shia. He lived life to the...

Mar 11, 2026

Adolph "Gil" Araujo, 95, of Florence, SC, entered into his heavenly rest on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.

Born in Fullerton, CA, he was a son of the late Alex Araujo and the late Connie Romo Araujo. He served in the United States Air Force and was a Staff Sergeant and Military Police Officer, serving in the Korean War. While stationed at...

Mar 11, 2026

A graveside service to honor the life of Mr. Robert Leon Dove, 81, will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, 2026, in the Lake Swamp Baptist Church Cemetery with Dr. Joe Willard officiating. The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Thursday at Layton-Anderson Funeral Home.

Mr. Dove entered into...

Mar 5, 2026

A graveside service for Mr. Gary Charles Wilson, 86, will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, March 9, 2026, in Florence Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Monday at Layton-Anderson Funeral Home.

Mr. Wilson of Timmonsville, S,C passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at his home....

Mar 4, 2026

A memorial service for Mr. Robert Edward Pugh, 77, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in the chapel of Layton-Anderson Funeral Home.

Mr. Pugh entered into rest on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Born in Norfolk, VA, he was a son of the late Larney S. and Belva Hooker Pugh. He served in...

Feb 25, 2026

Mr. David Walker, 84, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.

Born in Timmonsville, SC, he was a son of the late Darrell and Beatrice Knotts Walker. He retired from Vulcraft after 35 years of service. After retirement, he enjoyed gardening and playing golf with his special friends who were like brothers, Marion King (Sharon), Jim Porter...