Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in

Darlington & Lamar, SC

Tommy Rogers

Tommy Rogers

Mar 28, 2025

Ronald Thomas "Tommy" Rogers, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 28th, 2025, surrounded by family at the age of 68.

Tommy was born in Florence, SC, to Millard "RoseBud" Donald Rogers and Janet Goodson Rogers. Throughout his life, he touched the hearts of everyone he met with his warm smile, kindness,...

Alvin "Sam" Diggs, Jr.

Alvin "Sam" Diggs, Jr.

Mar 28, 2025

Alvin "Sam" Diggs, Jr. passed away on Friday, March 28th, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loved ones. He was 71 years old, and his passing leaves a deep void in the hearts of all who knew him.

Sam was born to Alvin Diggs, Sr. and Barbara Wright Leonard in Chester, South Carolina, on July 14th,...

Larry C. Odom

Larry C. Odom

Mar 26, 2025

Larry Cephas Odom, 74, of Hartsville, passed away on Wednesday, March 26th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 28th, 1950, in Darlington, South Carolina, Larry was the son of Cephas Homer Odom and Mary Frances Lunn Odom. Larry was a devoted husband to Kay Andrews Odom, the love of his life, for 56 years. Together, they raised...

Oliver Clinton Hageman

Oliver Clinton Hageman

Mar 26, 2025

Oliver C. Hageman, 74, of Lamar, South Carolina, passed away on March 26, 2025, at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence.

Born on May 5, 1950, in Rock Hill, SC, Oliver spent most of his life in Cheraw, SC, before settling in Lamar in his later years.

Oliver was a lifelong musician and an accomplished...

Anthony "Andy" Dill

Anthony "Andy" Dill

Mar 25, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Anthony "Andy" Dill, who peacefully passed away on Tuesday, March 25th, 2025. Andy was born on November 29th, 1959, in Lamar County to Charles Dill and Elizabeth Smith Dill.

Andy led a life marked by kindness, hard work, and a deep sense of loyalty to his...

Robert "Robby" Bruce Lynch, Ii

Robert "Robby" Bruce Lynch, Ii

Mar 23, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Bruce Lynch II, known to all as Robby, on March 23, 2025, at the age of 64. Born on November 10, 1960, in Darlington County, South Carolina, Robby was a man who lived life to the fullest, with a heart as big as his passions.

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Kimberly Renae Lussier

Kimberly Renae Lussier

Mar 22, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kimberly "Kim" Renae Lussier, beloved daughter, sister, niece, cousin, and friend, on March 22, 2025, at the age of 54.

Kim was born on May 29, 1970, in Darlington, SC to Gloria Welch Lussier (from Darlington) and Danny Lussier (from Cheraw, SC). At age 9, Kim...

Wayne Fogle

Wayne Fogle

Mar 18, 2025

Wayne Fogle, 82, of Murrells Inlet, S.C., passed away on Tuesday, March 18th, at home after fighting a brave battle with Parkinson's Disease. He was born in Nichols, SC son of the late Clara Fogle Carraway and the late Horace Fogle. Wayne was a graduate of the University of South Carolina and completed his Master's in Business Administration with...

Jonah Alexander Byrd

Jonah Alexander Byrd

Mar 15, 2025

Jonah Alexander Byrd, a beloved son, brother, grandson, and friend, passed away on Saturday, March 15th, 2025. Born on December 8, 1998, in Florence, SC, Jonah was the cherished son of Christopher Lee Byrd and Elizabeth Valines.

Jonah graduated from West Florence High School in 2017, where he was known for his determination and commitment to his...

Alex Mendoza Cervantes

Alex Mendoza Cervantes

Mar 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Alex Mendoza Cervantes, who left us on Saturday, March 15th, 2025, after a brief illness. A visitation will be held Sunday March 23nd at Belk Funeral Home in Darlington at 2 to 4pm.  With funeral services following in the Belk Chapel 4pm, with burial immediately following at Grove...

Randall Watkins

Randall Watkins

Mar 14, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of  Ernest Randall Watkins on March 14, 2025. A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at Belk Funeral Home in Darlington at 1:00 p.m. Funeral services will immediately follow in the Chapel at 2:00 p.m., with burial to follow at Watkins Cemetery.

Randall was...

James Neal Lester

James Neal Lester

Mar 13, 2025

James Neal Lester, age 58, of Darlington, South Carolina, passed away on Thursday, March 13th, 2025, surrounded by his family. His funeral services will be held at Belk Funeral Home in Darlington on Thursday, March 20th, 2025 at 5:00pm.

Born on November 30th, 1966, in Hartsville, SC, James was the son of the late William "Billy" Lester...

Peter Andrews

Peter Andrews

Mar 9, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Peter Andrews, age 66, of Darlington. A memorial service to honor his life will be held in the chapel of Belk Funeral Home at 11:00 am on Friday, March 14, 2025. The family will receive friends following the service.

Mr. Andrews was born in Providence, Rhode Island on February...

Elaine (Dunn)  Smith

Elaine (Dunn) Smith

Mar 7, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Elaine Dunn Smith, age 81, who left this world on March 7, 2025. A gentle spirit and a loving mother, Elaine will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Elaine was born on December 8, 1943, in Lamar, the cherished daughter of Harlee W. and Emmie Plummer Dunn....

Richard "Spinny" Thomas Spinazzola

Richard "Spinny" Thomas Spinazzola

Mar 1, 2025

Richard Thomas Spinazzola, 92 of Darlington, SC. passed away March 1st, 2025 peacefully in his home. He was born October 8th, 1932 in Altoona, Pennsylvania and was the son of Anthony Spinazzola and Donatina "Margaret " Ferrone Spinazzola. "Spinny" as he was best known,  retired from General Electric in 1992.  He was an engineer and loved to invent and tinker. ...

Norman Allen Haynes

Norman Allen Haynes

Feb 25, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Norman Allen Haynes, who left us on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at the age of 70. Born in Norfolk, Virginia, to Raymond Haynes and Claudia Harrison Haynes on February 10, 1955, Norman was a beloved father, brother, and friend to many.

Norman proudly served his country...

Jean Johnson Quick

Jean Johnson Quick

Feb 25, 2025

Jean Johnson Quick, 91, of Darlington, SC, passed away on Tuesday, February 26th, 2025.  Born on June 23, 1933.  Jean was a strong, spirited, feisty and God fearing woman who always answered a call to serve. She cherished her family and took great pride in her home. She was an avid quilter and holds blue ribbons for some of...

Patricia "Penny" Louise Jackson

Patricia "Penny" Louise Jackson

Feb 24, 2025

Patricia "Penny" Jackson 63, of Darlington, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 24th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

A visitation for Penny will be held at Belk Funeral Home in Darlington on Thursday, February 27th, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, followed by a funeral service in the Belk Funeral Home Chapel at...

Chris Suggs

Chris Suggs

Feb 22, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Christopher Vardley Suggs, Sr. announce his passing on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the age of 53.

A visitation for friends and family will be held on Friday, February 28, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Belk Funeral Home in Darlington, SC and other times at his...

David Benjamin Baggarley

David Benjamin Baggarley

Feb 22, 2025

CMSGT David Benjamin Baggarley (Ret.), age 93, of Lamar, SC, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 22, 2025. Born on July 9, 1931, to Wyatt Baggarley and Mildred Moore Baggarley in Florida, David was a dedicated and loving father, grandfather, and brother. He proudly served his country in the United States Army (6 yrs) and the United States Air...