Michael Keith Hales

Michael Keith Hales, 54, affectionately known as “Boo” to his family and friends, passed away after a brief illness on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. He was born on August 13, 1971, in Laurinburg, North Carolina, to the late Eddie Lee Hales, Sr. and Zula Brigman Hales.

Michael lived a simple life, finding contentment in the basic necessities and never asking for more than what he needed. He had a great wit about him, often bringing laughter to those around him with his quick humor and easygoing nature. He enjoyed fishing whenever the opportunity prevailed, finding peace and joy in those quiet moments.

Left to cherish Michael’s memory are his siblings: brother, Eddie Hales, Jr. of Pamplico, SC; sisters, Jackie Poston and her husband, Marty, of Timmonsville/Myrtle Beach, SC, and Debra Truett and her husband, Robbie, of Darlington, SC; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins, great-nieces, great-nephews, and an army of people who loved and cared for him.

A graveside service in celebration of Michael’s life will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Mechanicsville Baptist Church Cemetery, 2364 Cashua Ferry Rd, Darlington, SC 29532.

At the request of the family, please consider memorial contributions in lieu of flowers. Donations in Michael’s name may be made to the American Heart Association at www.heart.org.

The family would like to thank Belk Funeral Home  for their dedicated assistance in this difficult time. The family also extends a special thank you to dear friends who are like family, Pastor Sammy and Kathy Byrd, for their love and steadfast dedication.