Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in

Darlington & Lamar, SC

Michael Sean Bowley

Michael Sean Bowley

Feb 13, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Sean Bowley, 57, who left this world peacefully on February 13, 2025, in Lamar, SC where he and his sister, Whitney had made a happy home for the past few years. He was born on June 10, 1967, in Exeter, NH, but grew up in Conway, NH....

Dylan Ray Larymore

Dylan Ray Larymore

Feb 12, 2025

It is with a heavy yet grateful heart that we announce the passing of Dylan Ray Larymore, age 32, who entered into eternal rest on February 12, 2025. As we come together to honor his vibrant spirit, we invite all who knew him to join in a celebration of his life.

Dylan was born on May 28,...

Bobbie Jean (Gandy)  Robinson

Bobbie Jean (Gandy) Robinson

Feb 10, 2025

Bobbie Jean Robinson, 77, of Darlington, South Carolina, left us peacefully on February 10, 2025, surrounded by family. A beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, Bobbie, will always be remembered for her kindness, understanding, and absolute devotion to her family. Born on February 8, 1948, Bobbie grew up the youngest child of John and Mattie Gandy and sister to one...

Rusty Langley

Rusty Langley

Feb 4, 2025

Russell "Rusty" W. Langley, of Darlington, passed away on Saturday, February 4th, 2025, at the age of 67.

Rusty was born on December 17, 1957, in Darlington, South Carolina, to the late Charles Richard "Spanky" Langley and Joyce Clemons Langley Odom. A dedicated worker, Rusty spent much of his life at Dixie Cup, where he worked on...

Linda Knight Flowers

Linda Knight Flowers

Feb 3, 2025

Linda Knight Flowers, age 73, of Darlington, SC, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. A visitation will be held at Belk Funeral Home on Friday, February 7th from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, with funeral services to follow at the Belk Funeral Home Chapel at 12:00 PM.  A private family burial will take...

Johnny (Griggs)  Kelly

Johnny (Griggs) Kelly

Jan 31, 2025

Johnny Griggs Kelly, age 77, of Darlington, South Carolina, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025, at McLeod Hospice House. A visitation will be held at Belk Funeral Home on Tuesday, February 4th, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. A funeral service will take place at 11:30 AM on Wednesday, February 5th, at Free Will Baptist Bible Church in...

Noah Tyson

Noah Tyson

Jan 29, 2025

William Noah Tyson, passed away unexpectedly on January 29, 2025, at the age of 43, in Florence, SC. Born on January 13, 1982, Noah was known for his vibrant spirit, warmth, and genuine interest in the lives of others.

A 2000 graduate of Mayo Magnet School, Noah forged a successful career as a welder in the maintenance...

Danny Bishop Patrick

Danny Bishop Patrick

Jan 27, 2025

Danny Bishop Patrick, age 60, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025 at McLeod Hospice House surrounded by his family. A memorial service will be held in Belk Funeral Home on Thursday, January 30th at 3:00pm, the family will be receiving friends following the service.

Danny was born on May 7, 1964, in Florence County to the...

Shelby Jean Lundy

Shelby Jean Lundy

Jan 26, 2025

Shelby Jean Gandy Lundy, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on January 26, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on February 25, 1957, in Florence County, South Carolina, Shelby was the daughter of the late "J.B." Junius Buddy Gandy and Lisa Weatherford Purvis Gandy.

Shelby married the love of her life, James E. Lundy,...

Jacqueline Lynn Brinkley

Jacqueline Lynn Brinkley

Jan 23, 2025

Jacqueline "Jackie" Lynn Brinkley was born on January 14th, 1968 and passed on January 23rd, 2025 at the age of 57.

She was preceded in death by several family members.

Surviving are her four children, David, James, Elizabeth, and Amanda Whitten. Also surviving is her brother James Brinkley and niece Melisa Hatcher.

In...

Craig Eric Suggs

Craig Eric Suggs

Jan 20, 2025

Craig Eric Suggs, age 65, passed away on January 20, 2025. Born May 18, 1959, in Darlington, South Carolina to the late John and Eunice Powers Suggs.

Craig was a dedicated professional in the manufacturing industry, where he devoted many years to his role at Dixie Cup/GP, contributing to the production of paper products. He held a...

Marion "Russell" Galloway

Marion "Russell" Galloway

Jan 16, 2025

Marion "Russell" Galloway, 81, of Lamar, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on January 16, 2025. He was born on July 11, 1943, in Lamar, to Judge Galloway and Rita Hudson Galloway.

Russell led a life filled with warmth and kindness, never meeting a stranger. He worked for many years in the...

Thelma Garrett Self

Thelma Garrett Self

Jan 6, 2025

Thelma Garrett Self, 102, of Lamar, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025.

Funeral Services will be held Saturday January 11th at Lamar United Methodist Church at 11 am.  The family will receive visitors following the funeral service.  Burial will be private at a later time due to inclement weather conditions.

She was...

Thomas "Tyler" Pierce Goodson, Jr.

Thomas "Tyler" Pierce Goodson, Jr.

Jan 2, 2025

Thomas "Tyler" Pierce Goodson, Jr., 34, of Fayetteville, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 2, 2025.

Tyler was born on March 2, 1990, in Florence, South Carolina, to Thomas "Tom" Pierce Goodson, Sr., and Sandra Bailey Goodson. He grew up in Darlington, South Carolina, where he cultivated true friendships, passions, and cherished memories.

At...

Rev. William M. Taylor Sr.

Rev. William M. Taylor Sr.

Dec 31, 2024

Reverend William Marshall Taylor, Sr., 91, of Lamar, SC, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at McLeod Hospice House in Florence, after a brief illness. Rev. Taylor was born on August 19, 1933 in Lamar, SC to Glen and Alma Taylor. He was one of ten siblings. Rev. Taylor attended Lamar schools...

Scott Alexander Hood

Scott Alexander Hood

Dec 30, 2024

Scott Alexander Hood, 64 was born on December 20, 1960, in Florence, South Carolina. He was the first-born child of the late Geraldine and Alex Hood. Scott entered the gates of Heaven on December 30th, 2024, in his home in Pensacola, Florida after a short illness.

Scott grew up in Florence, South Caolina loving cars, motorcycles and...

Rebecca "Becky" Ruth O'Neal

Rebecca "Becky" Ruth O'Neal

Dec 30, 2024

Rebecca "Becky" Ruth O'Neal of Darlington, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, December 30th, 2024. A graveside service to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, January 4th at 3:30 pm at Grove Hill Cemetery, with Belk Funeral Home officiating.

Born on June 13th, 1960, to William "Billy" Hartwell O'Neal and Vivien Bryant O'Neal, Becky grew...

James Robert Campbell

James Robert Campbell

Dec 29, 2024

James Robert Campbell went sliding into home plate into the arms of Jesus on Dec 29 after celebrating a beautiful Christmas with his family. His departure from the aches and pains that a lifetime toll of sports and farming took on his body came quick and unexpected but we praise the Lord for His mercy in that.

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Margaret Mae Grooms Mancill

Margaret Mae Grooms Mancill

Dec 28, 2024

Margaret Mae Grooms Mancill, age 99, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 28th, 2024.  Visitation will be at Christian Pathway Fellowship at 905 Hibiscus Road in Lamar, SC on Monday, December  30th from 1 to 2 pm.  Funeral services will begin at 2 pm in the church, with burial following in Lamar Cemetery.

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Danny Pierce

Danny Pierce

Dec 26, 2024

Danny Pierce, age 72, passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024 after a brief but rapid battle with aggressive brain cancer.  He was born in Hartsville, SC on May 11, 1952 to the late Cindy Mae Tarlton Pierce and Rev. Emsey Pierce.

Danny graduated from Hartsville High School in 1970.  He was an ordained minister who preached...