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Mike "Mikey" Smith

Mike "Mikey" Smith

Dec 25, 2023

Hartsville, SC/Garden City

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Billy Mike "Mikey" Smith, age 73, on December 25 at Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center.

Funeral services will be held Thursday at 4:00 at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Ladell Humphries will officiate. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service...

Sarah Vardner Johnson Watson

Sarah Vardner Johnson Watson

Dec 23, 2023

Hartsville, SC

Mrs. Sarah Vardner Johnson Watson joined The Church Triumphant during the early morning hours of Saturday, December 23rd, 2023, at the age of 102.

Mrs. Watson was born in Chesterfield County, 1 of 12 children born to the late James Cordy & Katherine Howle Johnson.  Sarah was a master woodworker; building cabinets and other pieces of furniture.  Mrs....

Nathan Joshua Thomas

Nathan Joshua Thomas

Dec 22, 2023

Hartsville, SC

Nathan Joshua Thomas, age 39 passed away on December 22, 2023. He was born on December 10, 1984, in Florence, South Carolina, to his parents Darasa Moore Thomas and Bobby Thomas.From an early age, Nathan showed the love of being outdoors. His career as a landscaper allowed him to indulge his passion for working outside and showcased his...

Martin James Riley

Martin James Riley

Dec 21, 2023

Hartsville, SC

Martin James Riley age 76 died peacefully at home on 12/21/2023.  He was born in Philadelphia PA on November 10, 1947 to Mr. Martin Riley Sr and Anna Riley. Surviving to cherish all the best memories are his daughters Donna Fay (Ron) of Cape May Court House NJ, Lori Abend (John) of Sumter SC. Three grandchildren Ronnie...

Gayle Frances Young Seales

Gayle Frances Young Seales

Dec 17, 2023

Hartsville, S.C.

Mrs. Gayle Frances Young Seales age 73 passed away December 17 while at the McLeod Hospice House in Florence.

A time of visitation will be held Tuesday from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at Norton Funeral Home in Hartsville. Burial will be on Thursday December 21 at 2:00 at the Mountain Home National Cemetery in Johnson City, TN...

Jerry Faye Rivers

Jerry Faye Rivers

Dec 10, 2023

Hartsville, S.C.

Jerry Faye Rivers of Hartsville, S.C. entered his home in glory on December 10, 2023 at the age of 89. Jerry is a Veteran of the U.S. Army 1955-1957. He had a 36 year career working for Sonoco in Hartsville and retired early at the age of 55. Jerry enjoyed 34 years of doing things his way, which...

Sally Gandy Faile

Sally Gandy Faile

Dec 10, 2023

Sally Gandy Faile, 93, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, December 10,2023.  Sally was born in Hartsville, SC on November 5, 1930, to James Dowell and Coela Tyner Gandy.  She was a graduate of Hartsville High School and worked as secretary for Dr James B. Little of Emmanuel Baptist Church. She was married in 1956 to James L....

David Lawrence (Cowboy) Corbett

David Lawrence (Cowboy) Corbett

Dec 8, 2023

 

Bethune, S.C.

Funeral services for David Lawrence Corbett age 71 who passed away December 8 will be held Sunday at 3:00 at the Harmony Baptist Church. Rev. Tim Stephens will officiate. Burial will be in the Brannon Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home, Hartsville. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church.

Mr. Corbett was...

Sallie Lucille James

Sallie Lucille James

Dec 6, 2023

Miss Sallie Lucille James, 66, of Hartsville, passed away Saturday, December 6, 2023, while at home.

She was born in Florence the daughter of the late David Hamilton and Sara Louise Campbell James.

Memorial services will be held 4:00pm Sunday, December 17, 2023 at the Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church.  Rev. Veverlyn Watson Smith will officiate.  Visitation will be held...

Lisa Ann King

Lisa Ann King

Dec 4, 2023

Bishopville, S.C.

Mrs. Lisa Ann King age 65 passed away December 4 at her residence.

Lisa was born in Burlington, VT a daughter of the late Francis Walter LeMieux and Henrietta Medder LeMieux.

Surviving is one daughter, Cherrie (William) Tyner, Patrick; one son, Walter (Haley) Henry Goins, Hartsville; two brothers, Joey (Paulette) LeMieux and Billy LeMieux; one sister, Pam LeMieux;...

Joel Leslie Dixon

Joel Leslie Dixon

Dec 1, 2023

Chesterfield, SC

Graveside services for Joel Leslie Dixon age 76 will be 2:00pm Monday, December 4, 2023 at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Cemetery.  Rev. Dr. Chris Johnson and Brittany Wright will officiate, directed by Norton Funeral Home.  Visitation will follow the services at the graveside.

Mr. Dixon passed away on Friday, December 1, 2023 at his residence.  He was born...

Joan Benkowski Clawson

Joan Benkowski Clawson

Nov 27, 2023

 

Joan Patricia Benkowski Clawson passed away peacefully on Monday, November 27, 2023. She is survived by her four daughters, Cheryl Bellamy, Linda Pupa (Tom), Laurie Mitchell (Bruce) and Paula Thomson (Tom); her nine grandchildren, Joshua, Benjamin, Jordan, Hannah, Matthew, Samantha, Blake, Savannah and Jessica; and her great-grandchildren, Killian, Mabel, Cedar, and Archie. Joan was preceded in death by her...

James Lee "Frog" Rogers

James Lee "Frog" Rogers

Nov 27, 2023

Hartsville, S.C.

Mr. James Lee "Frog" Rogers age 88, passed away November 27, 2023 at his residence.

He was born in Hartsville a son of the late Eric and Francis Pearce Rogers.

Funeral services will be announced later.

Norton Funeral Home and Crematory is honored to serve the Rogers family.

Janet Register Reames

Janet Register Reames

Nov 22, 2023

 Mrs. Janet Register Reames, 74, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at McLeod Hospice House on November 22, 2023.

Born in Bishopville, SC, she was the daughter of Joshua Larry Register and Helen Anders Register. She and her husband of 53 years, Stephen Reames, were members of Bethlehem United Methodist Church. She was a graduate of Bishopville High School in...

Jennifer Ann Freeman Page

Jennifer Ann Freeman Page

Nov 17, 2023

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Jennifer Freeman Page.

Jennifer age 48 passed away Thursday, November 17, 2023.

Jennifer was born in Camden, SC the daughter of Jesse Thomas and Margaret King Freeman.  She worked at Springdale Health Care Center in Camden, SC.  She loved watching the Gamecocks play football and watching crime shows on television....

Michael Armando Castro

Michael Armando Castro

Nov 16, 2023

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing our beloved Michael Armando Castro. He passed in Hartsville on Thursday November 16, 2023, at the age of 30.

Michael recently celebrated his 30th birthday on Sunday November 12, 2023.He was just getting started in his passion for the construction business. Michael was always available to who needed...

Deani Herbert Edwards

Deani Herbert Edwards

Nov 15, 2023

Hartsville, S.C.

Graveside services for Deani Herbert Edwards, age 85 will be held Sunday at 2:00 at the Magnolia Cemetery with full Military Honors directed by Norton Funeral Home. Visitation will be following the service at the graveside.

Deani was born in Hartsville, a son of the late Willie Adam Edwards and Vera Helen Edwards. He was a member of...

Sandra "Sandy" Kern

Sandra "Sandy" Kern

Nov 15, 2023

Bishopville, SC

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Sandra "Sandy" Kern.  Sandy age 61 passed away at her residence early Wednesday morning.

Sandy was born in Hartsville, SC the daughter of the late Jonas Clair and Earnestine Sanders Kern.

She was a loving sister, aunt and friend to many.

Left to cherish her memory are her...

Adam Christopher Roether

Adam Christopher Roether

Nov 13, 2023

Mr. Adam Christopher Roether, 38, of Bethune, passed away Monday evening, November 13th, 2023, while at McLeod Health of Florence, SC.

Mr. Roether was born in Rock Hill, SC, a son of the late David Charles Bennett & Tamara Ann Owings.  He enjoyed working on cars, four-wheelers, and scooters.  Adam will be remembered as a devoted husband and father.  

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Katherine Hutchinson Rivers

Katherine Hutchinson Rivers

Nov 8, 2023

Hartsville, S.C.

Katherine Hutchinson Rivers age 90 went to her Heavenly Home on Nov. 8 while at her home.

Funeral services will be held Saturday at 1:00 at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Ladell Humphries and Rev. Brad Griese will officiate. Burial will be in the Magnolia Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the...

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