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Don Terry Stone

Don Terry Stone

Mar 11, 2025

Bishopville, S.C.

Mr. Don Terry Stone, 71, passed away March 11,2025, he entered eternal rest at home in Bishopville. Terry was born on August 27, 1953 in Hanna Pamlico, Son of the late Ansel Cleo Stone and Dora Flowers Stone. He worked as a painter and loved carving wood, building bird houses, gardening, playing the guitar and going fishing. He was...

Edwin Jessie Parnell

Edwin Jessie Parnell

Mar 9, 2025

Lamar, S.C.

 Edwin Jessie (EJ) Parnell, 74, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday morning, March 9th, 2025, while at his residence.  

 At the request of Mr. Parnell, there will be no formal service.  Please keep his family in your prayers in the days to come. 

Mr. Parnell was born in Lamar, a son of the late Edwin...

Carol Lynn Rogers

Carol Lynn Rogers

Mar 7, 2025

John 14:27 “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.

Ms. Carol Lynn Rogers departed this earth for her heavenly home on March 7th, 2025. She was born on June 22nd, 1977. She was the daughter of...

Susan Elizabeth McPherson Tyner

Susan Elizabeth McPherson Tyner

Mar 4, 2025

Hartsville, S.C.

It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Susan Elizabeth McPherson Tyner age 64. Susan passed away March 4 with her loving family by her side.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday March 8 at 1:00 at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Ladell Humphries will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service

Susan...

Delores Turner Tolson

Delores Turner Tolson

Mar 4, 2025

Delores Turner Tolson, born on June 25, 1938, in Hartsville, South Carolina, departed this life peacefully at her home on March 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, whose greatest joy came from her family and her unwavering faith in the Lord.

Delores dedicated many years of her life to her career...

Richard Eugene Zaretzka

Richard Eugene Zaretzka

Mar 1, 2025

McBee, SC

     It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of one of our beloved United States Veterans, Mr. Richard Eugene Zaretzka.  Mr. Zaretzka, 91, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, March 1st, 2025, while surrounded by his family at Carolina Pines RMC.

     Mr. Zaretzka was born in Visalia, CA, and proudly served our country in...

Alice Elaine Tyner McLaughlin

Alice Elaine Tyner McLaughlin

Mar 1, 2025

Hartsville, S.C.

It is with great joy to announce that Alice Elaine McLaughlin, age 74 went absent from the body and present with the Lord on March 1, 2025, while at home surrounded by her family.

She was delivered by her Father on December 4, 1951, a daughter of the late Willie and Eva Dixon Tyner of Byrdtown. She accepted Jesus into...

William Edward Frierson

William Edward Frierson

Feb 26, 2025

Elder William Edward Frierson, affectionately known as “Billy”, passed away at his home on February 26, 2025. He was born on January 17,1952, in Bishopville, South Carolina, and the first-born son of the late Willie James and Ada Belle Frierson. William grew up in the Blue Pond neighborhood of Bishopville, where he developed a love for sports. He played football...

Tamela B. Menius

Tamela B. Menius

Feb 23, 2025

Hartsville, S.C.

It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Tamela B. Menius. Ms. Menius age 52 passed away February 23, while at Carolina Pines RMC.

Funeral plans will be announced.

Norton Funeral Home and crematory is honored to serve the Menius family.

Elbert Laneau Hancock

Elbert Laneau Hancock

Feb 23, 2025

Hartsville – Elbert Laneau Hancock, 88, husband of Carolyn Huggins Hancock for 68 years, passed away Sunday, February 23, 2025 at Morrell’s Rehab Center. Born June 19, 1936, in Lee County, he was the son of Waddy Laneau Hancock and Mary Maxcy Hancock.

 Elbert was a retired educator with Darlington County Schools. During his 27 years with the school system, he...

Robert Gregory Amerson

Robert Gregory Amerson

Feb 23, 2025

Hartsville, SC

Memorial services for Robert G. Amerson (Robby), aged sixty-eight (68), will be held at 2:00 on Sunday afternoon, March 2nd, 2025, from the Norton Funeral Home Chapel. Services are to be officiated by Dr. James R. Samuel and the family will be receiving friends following the service at the funeral home.  

Robby was known and loved by many. Having...

Mr. Bingham Randolph Davis, Jr.

Mr. Bingham Randolph Davis, Jr.

Feb 20, 2025

Mr. Bingham Randolph Davis, Jr., a distinguished civil engineer and beloved family man, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on February 18, 1936, in Bishopville, South Carolina, Bingham grew up on a farm where the values of hard work and dedication were ingrained in him from an early age. He spent countless hours...

Sandra Elaine Champ

Sandra Elaine Champ

Feb 17, 2025

Dalzell, SC

     Mrs. Sandra Elaine Champ, 66, passed away Monday evening, February 17th, 2025, while at McCoy Nursing Center. 

     Born in Savannah, GA, Mrs. Champ was a daughter of the late Ivan & Phylis McCollum. She worked with Walmart for 19 years as a Customer Service Representative. Sandra enjoyed writing and taking pictures; if you saw her coming,...

William Cleatus Chandler

William Cleatus Chandler

Feb 16, 2025

Hartsville, SC 

     We regret to inform you of the passing of Mr. William Cleatus “Big Billy” Chandler. Billy, 64, passed away during the early morning hours of Sunday, February 16th, 2025, while at Agape House of Lexington, with his family.

     Mr. Chandler was born in Burlington, NC, a son of the late William Kenneth & Elizabeth Smith Chandler....

Delton "Booger" Flowers

Delton "Booger" Flowers

Feb 15, 2025

Hartsville, SC

     It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Delton Flowers. Delton passed away during the early morning hours of Saturday, February 15th, 2025, at the age of 63, while surrounded by his family. 

     Mr. Flowers, affectionately known by his family as “Booger,” was born Hartsville, a son of the late Roland F....

Louise Southern Albert

Louise Southern Albert

Feb 14, 2025

The following obituary is being posted by Norton Funeral Home & Crematory as a courtesy to local family & friends of Mrs. Rebecca and Mr. Lee Graham.  All services are entrusted to Bower Funeral Home of Pulaski, VA.

 Margaret Louise Southern Albert, age 91 of Pulaski passed away Friday, February 14, 2025 at the New River Valley Medical Center. Born March...

Alice F. Francis

Alice F. Francis

Feb 14, 2025

Bethune, SC

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Mrs. Alice Fay Francis.

Mrs. Francis age 83 passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025 while at MUSC Kershaw Health in Camden, SC.

No services are planned at this time.

Norton Funeral Home and Crematory are honored to be of service to the Francis family.

"Memories are the Legacy of Love"

Lula Mae Hall

Lula Mae Hall

Feb 12, 2025

*Please note the updated service date and time* 

Hartsville, SC 

     It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Lula Mae Hall. Mrs. Hall went home to be with The Lord on Wednesday morning, February 12th, 2025, at the age of 60.

     Lula Mae was born in Hartsville, a daughter of the late Woodrow & Hazel...

Harold Beasley

Harold Beasley

Feb 11, 2025

Harold Beasley, a beloved brother and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025, in Hartsville, South Carolina. He was born on February 28, 1948, and was known for his kind spirit and deep love for his family.

Harold spent a significant part of his career in the restaurant industry before dedicating 40 years to RBC Bearings, where he exemplified...

Timothy Joseph Edwards

Timothy Joseph Edwards

Feb 9, 2025

Bishopville, S.C.

It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Timothy Joseph Edwards age 65. Mr. Edwards passed away February 9, 2025 while at the Cottonwood Villas in Bishopville.

Mr. Edwards cremains will be placed in the Friendship Methodist Church Cemetery in Albemarle, N.C.

Norton Funeral Home and Crematory, Bishopville is honored to serve the Edwards family.

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