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Robert Edwin "Bobby" Raines

Robert Edwin "Bobby" Raines

Feb 9, 2025

Robert Edwin "Bobby" Raines, a beloved resident of Hartsville, South Carolina, was born on March 15, 1943, and passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025, in Florence, South Carolina.

Bobby retired from Sonoco Products Company after an impressive 40 years of dedicated service. His commitment to his work was matched only by his devotion to his family. Bobby cherished the time...

Mr. Larry McAlister

Mr. Larry McAlister

Feb 8, 2025

Larry Mitchell McAlister, age 79, of Hartsville, SC, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025. Born on July 11, 1945, in Hartsville, SC, Larry was the son of the late Ellis McAlister and Elizabeth Calder McAlister.

Larry was a proud graduate of Hartsville High School, class of 1964. After high school, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Piedmont Bible...

Sandra Winburn

Sandra Winburn

Feb 8, 2025

Hartsville, SC 

     Mrs. Sandra Yavonne Cole Winburn, 71, passed away Saturday morning, February 8th, 2025, while at Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center.

     Mrs. Winburn was born in Bennettsville, a daughter of the late Ervin Newt & Ola Mae Sweatt Cole. She will be remembered as a lady who was willing to help anyone. No one was allowed to...

Mildred B. Scott

Mildred B. Scott

Feb 8, 2025

Mrs. Mildred B. Scott, age 77, went home to be with the Lord on February 8, 2025. Known by many as “Ms. Millie” and by others as the “Cake Lady,” Millie loved Jesus and she loved others.

Millie worked for many years in various positions at the Lee County Observer, and most recently at the Lee County Council on Aging. She...

Julia K. Oates

Julia K. Oates

Feb 8, 2025

Lamar, SC

     Mrs. Julia K. “Judy” Oates, 81, of the Oates community, passed away during the early morning hours of Saturday, February 8th, 2025, while at home with her family.

     Mrs. Oates was born in Hartsville, a daughter of the late Thomas & Doris Galloway Kelley. She enjoyed attending her church, New Life Worship Center and was proud...

Frances Johnson McElveen

Frances Johnson McElveen

Feb 7, 2025

Hartsville, SC

Our mama Frances Johnson McElveen joined her husband Don in her heavenly home on Friday, February 7th, 2025. She was in our family home with her family. Mama was 93 years young. 

She was born on October 16,1931 in Johnsonville, SC to her parents Mabel and Victor Johnson and was the baby of 8 children. She was a loving wife...

Jayson Morgan O'Neal

Jayson Morgan O'Neal

Feb 7, 2025

Hartsville, SC

     It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Jayson Morgan O’Neal. Jayson, 47, passed away Friday evening, February 7th, 2025, with his family by his side.

     A native and lifelong resident of Hartsville, Mr. O’Neal was a son of the late Bogan Cash, II & Mary Ann Weaver O’Neal. Jayson was a...

Sara Irene Hall Atkinson

Sara Irene Hall Atkinson

Feb 5, 2025

Hartsville, SC

     Mrs. Sara Irene Hall Atkinson went to her Heavenly home on Wednesday morning, February 5th, 2025, while at McCoy Memorial Nursing Center, while surrounded by her family. Irene was 84 years old. 

     Born in Camden, a daughter of the late Buddy & Bonnie Arrants Ray. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, and friend....

Mary Elizabeth Britt Ballard

Mary Elizabeth Britt Ballard

Feb 3, 2025

Laurens, SC

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Britt Ballard.

Mrs. Ballard age 88 passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025 after a brief illness.  She is the mother of Mr. Clark Ballard formerly of Hartsville.

No services are scheduled at this time.

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

Zonnie Houser

Zonnie Houser

Feb 3, 2025

Bishopville, S.C.

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Zonnie P. Houser who left us on February 3, 2025. She was a loving mother, a devoted caregiver, and a true angel to everyone who knew her.Born on January 9th, 1959, Zonnie lived a life full of compassion, kindness, and unwavering love. As a caregiver,...

Dorothy Powell Hickson

Dorothy Powell Hickson

Feb 3, 2025

Bishopville, S.C.

It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Dorothy Powell Hickson of Bishopville on February 3, while at the McLeod Hospice House.

Graveside services will be held Thursday February 6 at 1:00 at the Ashwood Baptist Church Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home, Bishopville. Rev. Timmy Lee will officiate. The family will receive friends following the service...

Angela Denise Carpenter

Angela Denise Carpenter

Feb 2, 2025

We are saddened to announce the death of Angela Denise Carpenter age 52. Ms. Carpenter passed away February 2, 2025 while at the McLeod Hospice House.

Funeral plans and obituary will be posted later.

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

Deborah Beasley Banks Brown

Deborah Beasley Banks Brown

Feb 2, 2025

Hartsville, S.C.

It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of Deborah Beasley Banks Brown, age 73 on February 2, 2025 while at her residence.

A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday at 3:00 at the Chapel Norton Funeral Home. Family will receive friends following the service at the funeral home.

Deborah was born in Darlington a daughter of the late...

Judith Chapman Howell

Judith Chapman Howell

Feb 1, 2025

Florence, S.C.

Judith Chapman Howell, 80, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025. Judy was born in Austin, TX in 1944 to the late Floyd L. Chapman and Clara Margaret.

Graveside services will be held Thursday February 6 at 10:00 am at the Florence Memorial Gardens directed by Norton Funeral Home. Rev. Greg Batchelor will officiate. Visitation will be following the service...

Judy Hoffman Barr

Judy Hoffman Barr

Jan 27, 2025

McBee, S.C.

Mrs. Judy Hoffman Barr age 81, went to her Heavenly Home on January 27, 2025 while at McCoy Nursing Center. Graveside services will be held Wednesday at 11:00 at the Magnolia Cemetery in Hartsville directed by Norton Funeral Home. Mr. Steve Winburn will officiate. Visitation will be following the service at the graveside.

Mrs. Barr was born in McBee, a...

Renee Tallon Peavy

Renee Tallon Peavy

Jan 26, 2025

Hartsville, S.C.

It is with sad hearts that we announce the death of Mrs. Renee Tallon Peavy. Mrs. Peavy age 68 passed away on January 26, 2025 while at MUSC in Charleston.

Funeral services will be held at 10 AM on Friday January 31, 2025, at The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints. Burial will be at 1:00 on January...

Richard Oliver Wetmore, Jr.

Richard Oliver Wetmore, Jr.

Jan 25, 2025

Bishopville, SC 

     Mr. Richard Oliver “Dick” Wetmore, Jr., 82, of the Lucknow community, passed away on Saturday, January 25th, 2025, while at home.

     Mr. Wetmore was born in Norfolk, VA, a son of the late Richard Oliver, Sr. & Emma Virginia Carnes Wetmore. Dick enjoyed spending time on the golf course and shooting pool. He loved attending church...

Willie Lee Roach

Willie Lee Roach

Jan 18, 2025

Willie Lee Roach, husband of the late Judy Roach, passed away on January 18, 2025, at McLeod Hospice House. Born on June 23, 1936, Willie lived a life marked by humility, kindness, and an unwavering spirit that touched everyone he encountered.

He leaves behind a legacy of love, cherished by his beloved family. Left to honor his memory are his devoted...

Frankie Rochelle Rabon

Frankie Rochelle Rabon

Jan 15, 2025

Camden, SC 

     Mrs. Frankie Rochelle Rabon, 65, passed away on Wednesday afternoon, January 15th, 2025, while at MUSC Health – Columbia, with her family by her side.

     A native of Atlanta, GA, Mrs. Rabon was a daughter the late James & Betty Bailey Herron and Walter, Sr. & Almetta Phillips.  As a child, Frankie overcame Polio, having to...

Debbie Ann Spaziani

Debbie Ann Spaziani

Jan 15, 2025

Hartsville, SC 

     It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Debbie Ann Spaziani. Mrs. Spaziani, 69, passed away Wednesday afternoon, January 15th, 2025, while at home, surrounded by her family.

     Debbie was born in Oneonta, NY, a daughter of the late Winfield & Doris Cole Mattice. Describing Debbie in just one paragraph is not...

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