Sherry Welch
Feb 3, 2026
Sherry "Skip" Dunseath Welch passed away suddenly while visiting West Virginia. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced soon.
Troy D Melton, Jr.
Feb 2, 2026
Troy D. Melton, Jr., passed away on Monday, February 2, 2026, at the age of 79. A visitation will be held at Belk Funeral Home in Darlington, Thursday February 5, 2026 from 2:00pm to 3:00pm. His funeral service will be held in the chapel starting at 3:00pm with burial immediately following at Darlington Memorial Gardens. The family will be at...
Felton Lavel Stephens
Feb 1, 2026
Felton Lavel Stephens, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and veteran, passed away peacefully from natural causes on February 1, 2026, at the age of 87. A visitation will be held for him Friday, February 6th at Philadelphia Southern Methodist Church in Darlington at 1:00 pm, with a funeral service immediately following at 2:00 pm in the church. Born...
Bill Robertson
Jan 28, 2026
William Alva Robertson, a cherished husband, father, and friend, passed away on January 28, 2026, at the age of 75. A Memorial Service will be held for him on Monday, February 2nd, 2026 at St. Matthews Anglican Church of Darlington at 2pm, with visitation following service.
Born in Plymouth, NC, on January 20, 1951 to Benjamin Robertson and Mary Davenport Robertson....
Betty Delores Truett
Jan 25, 2026
Lifelong Darlington resident, Betty Delores Truett passed away Sunday, January 25, 2026, just 4 months shy of her 90th birthday. Born on May 15, 1936 to parents Dudley Burton Truett and Cora Lee Lloyd Truett, Betty was a true miracle baby, having been very premature and weighing barely 18 ounces. One of eight brothers and sisters, she was amazingly the...
Troy Steve Brogden
Jan 24, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Troy Steve Brogden, who passed away Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at the McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC. A visitation will be held for him at his home church of Peace Free Will Baptist Church in Florence on Wednesday, January 28th from 1:00 to 2:00pm. With Funeral Service following...
Max Parker
Jan 21, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Max John Parker, who left this world on January 21, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on April 23, 1954, in Okinawa, Japan, Max was a cherished son, brother, father, and grandfather, whose intelligence touched the lives of many. Max spent his early years in Okinawa before eventually...
Hilda Norris Sapp
Jan 21, 2026
CLAXTON: Hilda Norris Sapp, 72, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on January 21, 2026. Born on August 23, 1953, raised in Lamar, South Carolina, Hilda was known for her vivacious spirit and dedicated work ethic throughout her life.
Hilda had a rewarding career as a Property Manager at Weaver Management, but she also held cherished memories of...
Robert Mark Wall
Jan 16, 2026
Robert Mark Wall, age 70, passed away at his home on Friday, January 16, 2026. A graveside funeral service will be held at Indian Branch Cemetery on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 2:00. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 Monday evening at Belk Funeral Home and other times at the home.
Mark was born in Florence, son of...
Deborah Thompson Hanna
Jan 10, 2026
Deborah “Debbie” Thompson Hanna passed away on Saturday, January 10th, 2026. She will have a graveside service on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at 2:00pm in Grove Hill Cemetery.
Debbie was born January 11th, 1952 in Florence, South Carolina to Billy Thompson and Edna Brewer Thompson. She is a graduate of the class of 1970 at St. John’s High School of Darlington....
James Darrell Ray
Jan 10, 2026
James “Darrell” Ray passed away on Saturday, January 10th, 2026. A visitation will be held for him at the Belk Funeral Home in Lamar on Friday, January 16th at 1:00pm. A funeral service will follow in the Chapel at 2:00pm, then burial will follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.
Darrell was born December 12th, 1969 to Linda Gail Douglas Ray and Lonnie...
David G. Marlowe
Jan 9, 2026
David George Marlowe, age 86, passed away peacefully at his home, on January 9, 2026, after an extended illness.
He was born on May 29, 1939, and lived a life marked by strength, perseverance, and devotion to his family. David was a man of quiet resolve, known for his strong work ethic as a lifelong farmer, steady presence, and the love...
Jean McCaskill Larymore
Jan 5, 2026
Alma Jean McCaskill Larymore went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, January 5, 2026. A funeral service will be held at 3:00 Thursday, January 8th in the chapel of Belk Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to her service at the funeral home. Mrs. Larymore will be laid to rest beside her...
Fred W Watford
Jan 4, 2026
Fred William Watford, lovingly known as “Papa,” passed away on January 4, 2026, at the age of 82. A visitation will be held for him Wednesday, January 7th, 2026 at Belk Funeral Home in Lamar at 2 to 3pm, the funeral service will follow in the Chapel at 3 pm with internment immediately following at Lamar Memorial Cemetery.
Born on June...
Eugenia Adair
Jan 4, 2026
Eugenia Duncan Adair, 86, went home to the Lord on Sunday, January 4th, 2026. A visitation will be held for her on Wednesday, January 7th from 11:00 to 12:00 at Belk Funeral Home of Darlington, a funeral service will follow in the Belk Funeral Home Chapel at noon. Internment will immediately follow at Wesley Chapel Methodist Church Cemetery of Lydia.
Eugenia...
John David Miller, III
Jan 3, 2026
John “Johnny” David Miller III, born December 7, 1973, passed away on January 3, 2026, at his home.
Johnny had a deep love for electronics and enjoyed learning, tinkering, and exploring anything technology-related. He was also an avid movie lover who found joy and comfort in films of all kinds, often sharing that interest with those around him. These passions were...
Lois Estelle Hudson
Jan 1, 2026
Lois Estelle Hudson, 93, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 1, 2026.
A visitation will be held on Friday, January 9, 2026, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Black Creek Baptist Church, with the funeral service to follow at 3:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Darlington Memory Gardens. Belk Funeral Home is serving the family.
Lois Estelle was...
Dorothy O'Neal Flowers
Dec 30, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dorothy O'Neal Flowers, beloved mother, sister, and friend, who left us on December 30, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on October 30, 1955, in Darlington, South Carolina, Dorothy cherished her roots and remained a steadfast member of her community throughout her life.Dorothy dedicated herself to caring for...
Alice O'Neal
Dec 27, 2025
Alice Grantham O'Neal stepped into the arms of Jesus on December 27, 2025. She is now pain free and breathing with clear lungs. She passed away peacefully at the McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC.
Alice was born on January the 30th, 1938 in Darlington, SC. She graduated from St. John's High School in 1955. She was voted Homecoming Queen and...
Thomas Lloyd
Dec 26, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas Carlyle Lloyd. Born on September 25, 1944, in Darlington, South Carolina, Thomas peacefully departed this world on December 26, 2025, at the age of 81, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew him.
Thomas, a dedicated welder for Superior Machine, made remarkable contributions to...
