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Phyllis Ann Rutland Chandler

Phyllis Ann Rutland Chandler

Nov 10, 2024

Hartsville, S.C. 

Phyllis Rutland Chandler, 76, of Hartsville passed away during the morning hours of Sunday, November 10th at Regency Hospital Critical Illiness Recovery at MUSC Hospital, Florence.

Phyllis was a graduate of Eau Claire High School (Columbia) and the University of South Carolina Associate Degree Program in Technical Nursing.  As a RN she worked at Baptist Hospital (Columbia), Hartsville Convalescent Home,...

William Calhoun Cassidy, IV

William Calhoun Cassidy, IV

Nov 5, 2024

Hartsville, SC

We are saddened to announce the passing of Mr. William Calhoun Cassidy, IV. He was born February 5, 1967 and passed away November 5, 2024 at the age of 57. Calhoun was born in Darlington a son of the late William Calhoun Cassidy, III and Sarah Altman Cassidy.

His peaceful place was the hunter's field and the fishing hole. Nature...

Michael Eugene Fales

Michael Eugene Fales

Nov 4, 2024

Hartsville, SC

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Mr. Michael Eugene Fales.  Mr. Fales age 69 passed away at his residence on Monday, November 4, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

A man of numerous talents and a heart full of love for his family, Michael dedicated 36 years of devoted service to Duke Energy before retiring, leaving...

Olden Otis Gainey

Olden Otis Gainey

Nov 1, 2024

Society Hill, S.C.

It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Olden Otis Gainey. Mr. Gainey was 84 years old and passed away November 1, while at the McLeod Hospice House.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2:00 at the Harris Creek Baptist Church directed by Norton Funeral Home, Hartsville. Visitation will be one hour prior to...

Ethel Parnell Skinner

Ethel Parnell Skinner

Nov 1, 2024

Lamar, S.C.

It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Ethel Parnell Skinnier, age 85 on November 1, 2024.

Graveside service will be held Monday Nov. 4 at 11:00 am at the Newman Swamp Cemetery in Lamar directed by Norton Funeral Home in Bishopville. Rev. Chris Church will officiate. The family will receive friends at the residence of...

Linda Ann Beasley

Linda Ann Beasley

Oct 25, 2024

Bishopville, SC 

Linda “Ann” Kissiah Beasley, age 71, was welcomed through the pearly gates of her Heavenly Home and fully healed by the hands of Jesus on Friday, October 25, 2024. Her loving husband and devoted sister were by her side when she left this earthly home to be with her Lord and Savior. In spite of the journey Ann was...

Bobby John Matthews

Bobby John Matthews

Oct 19, 2024

Scranton, S.C.

Mr. Bobby John Matthews, age 70 of Scranton passed away peacefully at his residence on October 19, 2024. Bobby was born in Scranton a son of the late Bobby and Ruby Evans Matthews.

Our hearts are sad that you had to go. You will be terribly missed but fondly remembered for the special times that we shared over the years....

Sandra Gainey Short

Sandra Gainey Short

Oct 18, 2024

     Sandra G. Short, age 63, of Hartsville, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on the morning of October 18, 2024. She was the beloved daughter of the late Letitia Ann Steen and Edward Gainey.

     A devoted mother and grandmother, Sandra took immense pride in her children’s accomplishments and found boundless joy in her grandchildren, who were...

Mr. Troy Lee Chisholm

Mr. Troy Lee Chisholm

Oct 16, 2024

Troy Lee Chisholm age 67 went to his Heavenly Home on October 16 at his residence with his loving family by his side.

Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2:00 at the Cedar Creek Baptist Church. Pastor Teddy Moore and Pastor Chuck Chisholm will officiate. Burial will be in Cedar Creek Baptist Church Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home, Hartsville....

Haley Elizabeth Tyner Goins

Haley Elizabeth Tyner Goins

Oct 15, 2024

Hartsville, S.C.

Funeral services for Haley Elizabeth Tyner Goins, age 43, will be held Friday at 4:00 at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Ladell Humphries will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

Haley was born in Hartsville, a daughter of Tracy Tyner and Susan Elizabeth McPherson Tyner. She was a member of North Hartsville Baptist Church. She...

William Harper Cross, Sr.

William Harper Cross, Sr.

Oct 14, 2024

Hartsville, SC

     It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. William Harper “Bill” Cross, Sr. Mr. Cross, 71, passed away Monday afternoon, October 14th, 2024, while at MUSC Health – Florence, with his family by his side.

     A native and lifelong resident of Hartsville, Mr. Cross was a son of the late Harper H....

Lyndal Faye Perdue Brown

Lyndal Faye Perdue Brown

Oct 11, 2024

Hartsville, SC

We are saddened to announce the passing of Lyndal Faye Perdue Brown.

Mrs. Brown age 81 passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024 at her residence with her loving family by her side.

She was born in Hartsville, SC the daughter of the late Carl C. and Janie Smith Perdue.  She enjoyed spending her time cooking and gardening.  She was very...

Carolyn King Harding

Carolyn King Harding

Oct 9, 2024

Dillon, S.C.

Carolyn King Harding, 94, came to rest on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024, at home in Dillon, SC. Funeral Services will be held Sunday at 3pm at Norton Funeral Home in Hartsville. Rev. Michael Sapp will officiate with graveside services following at Gum Branch Baptist Church cemetery. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 2:00pm.

 Mrs. Carolyn was born...

Jimmy Melvin "Mel" Byrd, Jr.

Jimmy Melvin "Mel" Byrd, Jr.

Oct 8, 2024

Hartsville, SC

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Mr. Jimmy Melvin "Mel" Byrd, Jr.

Mel age 55 passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 while at the McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC.  He was born in Hartsville, the son of the late Jimmy Melvin Byrd, Sr. and Peggy Coyt Johnson Byrd.  Mel was a talented auto repair...

James D. "J.D." Lewis

James D. "J.D." Lewis

Oct 6, 2024

Hartsville, S.C.

James David (JD) Lewis age 89, went to his Heavenly Home on October 6 with his loving family by his side.

JD was born in Lydia a son of the late James Robert Lewis and Lila Pauline Lloyd Lewis. He was owner and operator of Frank’s Exxon for 50 years until his retirement. He was a member of the First...

Shamra Cassidy Felkel

Shamra Cassidy Felkel

Sep 27, 2024

Hartsville, SC 

     It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Shamra Hope Cassidy Felkel. Mrs. Felkel, 49, passed away Friday, September 27th, 2024.

     Shamra was born in Hartsville, a daughter of Sarah Wilks (Larry) O’Neal and the late, William Scott Cassidy. She was a true outdoors person, loving her animals and fishing. One of...

Jackie W. "Joe" Mason

Jackie W. "Joe" Mason

Sep 27, 2024

Norton Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to share with you the following obituary on behalf of the Mason family and Baker Funeral Home.  All services have been entrusted to Baker Funeral Home of Kershaw, SC.  

Jackie W. “Joe” Mason, age 68, of McBee S.C., passed away, Friday, September 27, 2024, at his home. He was born in Statesville, N.C....

Tommie Lou Jordan

Tommie Lou Jordan

Sep 26, 2024

Hartsville, SC

Mrs. Tommie Lou Jordan, passed away on September 26 2024, at the age of 76. Born on September 17, 1948, in Hartsville, SC

Tommie was known for her great love of cooking, often delighting those around her with her signature macaroni and cheese. Her kitchen was always a welcoming place filled with the sweet aroma of her favorite desserts, as...

Hobert Brockington King

Hobert Brockington King

Sep 24, 2024

Hartsville, SC

     Mr. Hobert Brockington "Sonny" King, 79, passed away on Tuesday afternoon, September 24th, 2024, while at home.  

     The care of Mr. King has been entrusted to Norton Funeral Home & Crematory, who will announce his service arrangements.  

Charles David (Charlie) Gilbert, Sr.

Charles David (Charlie) Gilbert, Sr.

Sep 23, 2024

Hartsville, S.C.

It is with sadness that the family of Charles David Gilbert, Sr. announces his passing on September 23 while at Carolina Pines RMC.

Graveside services will be held Thursday at 3:00 at the Westview Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home. Visitation will be following the service at the cemetery. Rev. Gary Anderson and Rev. Lin Kirkman will officiate.

Charlie was born...

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