Susan (Riles) Outlaw
Oct 12, 2025
We sadly announce the passing of Susan Outlaw, a beloved mother, grandmother, and devoted nurse, who departed this life on October 12, 2025, at the age of 75. A longtime resident of Darlington, South Carolina, Susan touched countless lives through her compassionate service in pediatric nursing. She was born to the late Freeland Riles and Grace Campbell Riles on...
Sonia Mae (Driggers) Melton
Oct 1, 2025
Sonia Mae Driggers Melton, beloved mother, and wife passed away on October 1, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on March 8, 1960, in South Carolina, Sonia lived a life rich with love, hard work, and cherished family connections.
A proud resident of Lamar, SC, Sonia devoted her career to the textile industry, serving as a...
Edith (Benjamin) Sanderson
Sep 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edith "Edie" Benjamin Sanderson, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, who left us peacefully on September 29, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on October 17, 1947, Edie resided in Darlington, South Carolina, where she dedicated her life to her family and community. Edie enjoyed a...
Marjorie (Porter) Weatherford
Sep 29, 2025
Marjorie Weatherford, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and devoted homemaker, left this world peacefully on September 29, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on January 6, 1934, in Arnette, Oklahoma, Marjorie devoted her life to her family, living a life that exemplified love, hard work, and perseverance.
Throughout her years, Marjorie embraced her role as a...
Linda A. Kinsaul
Sep 22, 2025
Linda A. Kinsaul, a beloved mother, dedicated professional, and cherished member of the Darlington, SC community, peacefully passed away on September 22, 2025, at the age of 80.  A visitation will be held for her Saturday, September 27th, 2025 at Belk Funeral Home in Darlington from 1 to 2pm.  Following will be a funeral service in the Chapel at...
Edward L James, Jr.
Sep 21, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Edward L. James Jr., known fondly as Ed, who left us peacefully on September 21, 2025, at the age of 90. He was born on September 16, 1935, in Darlington, South Carolina, where he spent the entirety of his cherished life.
Ed was a dedicated husband,...
Juan Osvaldo Vasquez-Amaya
Sep 20, 2025
Juan Osvaldo Vasquez-Amaya,38, passed away on Saturday, September 20th, 2025. Born on July 12th, 2025 in El Salvador to Felipe Vasquez-Machado and Maria De La Paz-Amaya. He was a professional Carpenter and enjoyed his work immensely, he also earned an Associates of Arts Degree. His family invites friends to come celebrate his life on Sunday, September 28th with a...
Ralph Helton
Sep 13, 2025
Ralph J. Helton, 91, left his home in Darlington, SC, for his heavenly home where a place was prepared for him on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Â A visitation is planned for Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 1:00 at Belk Funeral Home, Darlington with funeral service to follow at 2:00 in the chapel. Burial will follow at Darlington Memorial Gardens....
Terry Mckendall Sturkie, Sr.
Sep 13, 2025
Terry McKendall Sturkie, Sr., age 65, of Darlington, SC, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on September 1, 1960, in Florence, SC, to McKendall "Kenny" Sturkie and Joann Wood  Sturkie; Terry was a beloved husband, father, grandfather,  son, brother, and friend whose impact on the lives of those around him will be...
Mary Emily Cook
Sep 9, 2025
Mary Emily Cook departed this life on September 9, 2025, in Florence, South Carolina, at the age of 99. A Funeral service will take place on Friday, September 19th, at 1pm in Florence National Cemetery in Florence, SC.
Born on August 18, 1926, in Cayce, South Carolina, Mary lived a life filled with love. Mary was the...
Steve Vincent
Sep 8, 2025
Jesse Steve Vincent passed away Monday, September 8, 2025, in Darlington, SC. A visitation is planned Thursday, September 11th, 2025, at 2pm at Belk Funeral Home, Darlington. A funeral service will follow in the Belk Funeral Home Chapel at 3pm. A private burial will take place at Philadelphia Southern Methodist Church Cemetery.
Steve was born February 14,...
Samuel J. Grant, Jr.
Sep 7, 2025
Colonel Samuel J. Grant Jr., US ARMY-RET., 95, passed away Sunday, September 7th, 2025.  A Graveside funeral service will take place on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 3pm, at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Florence, SC.
Born in McColl, SC, Sam's family moved to Darlington from McColl when he was three.  He graduated from St. John's High School...
Helen Marie (Schwartz) Killion
Sep 5, 2025
Helen Marie Killion passed away at home, surrounded by family on Friday, September 5th, 2025. A memorial service will take place on Wednesday, September 17th at 11:00am in St. Matthews Anglican Church in Darlington, SC. A reception will immediately follow in the Parish Hall.
Helen was born on June 28, 1943, in Jacksonville, Florida to Henry Aubrey...
Era Windham Andrews
Sep 4, 2025
Era Windham Andrews passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on September 4, 2025. She was born January 27, 1938 in rural South Carolina and spent her entire life in Lamar- either on 5350 Lamar Highway or "across the swamp" visiting her family. Era was the daughter of the late Josie Willie and Maggie Lou...
Cynthia Lee (Wilcox) Rice
Sep 2, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Cynthia "Cyndi" Lee Rice, who left this world after a long bout with cancer on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at the age of 56. Born on March 31, 1969, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to the late Lee Wilcox and Patricia Mitchum Hobbs. Cyndi will be remembered for her loving...
Belinda Hancock Mangone
Aug 31, 2025
Belinda Hancock Mangone, born on August 13, 1955, in Darlington County, South Carolina, peacefully passed away on August 31, 2025, at the age of 70 due to natural causes. Belinda's life was a testament to love, kindness, and unwavering dedication to her family and community.
She spent her career in communication at WBTW, where her passion for...
Royce Blackmon
Aug 30, 2025
.Royce Lane Blackmon, 21, passed away Saturday August 30, 2025 in Darlington, SC.
Royce was born in Florence, SC the son of Roy Allen and Margaret "Maggie" Langley Blackmon. He was loved dearly by everyone who knew him and never met a stranger. Royce was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family and...
Rachel (Windham) Watford
Aug 29, 2025
Rachel Janette Windham Watford passed away peacefully at home August 29, 2025. She was born on March 14, 1936 in rural South Carolina just outside of Lamar and spent her entire life there on her family's home place. Like so many of us she spent her life playing out many different roles, and it would be hard to argue...
Randy D. Hopkins
Aug 27, 2025
Leslie Deran Hopkins (Randy), age 56, of Darlington, passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. Randy was born on December 22, 1968 in Darlington County. He was a hard worker and put a lot of pride into what he did. He spent his whole life painting cars until he was unable to anymore. For years, people would say Daddy...
David Nicholas Allan
Aug 27, 2025
David Nicholas Allan, who entered eternal rest on August 27, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on July 29, 1949, in Detroit, MI, son of Robert Allan and Loretta Slater Allan .David led a life marked by adventure, resilience, and commitment to his loved ones. David was a proud veteran of the Vietnam War and served in the...
