Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in

Darlington & Lamar, SC

Jean McCaskill Larymore

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

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

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

John David Miller, III

Jan 3, 2026

John David Miller, III, passed away at his home on Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced soon.

Lois Estelle Hudson

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

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

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

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...

Randy Odom

Randy Odom

Dec 22, 2025

Randy William Odom, age 64, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025. A service will be held at a later date.  

Randy was born on April 23, 1961, to Barney Odom, Sr. and Frances White Odom. He was born and raised in Darlington, where he spent most of his life. In 2014, he married his wife, Angela Odom.

Randy made his living...

Joyce Abbott Tyner

Joyce Abbott Tyner

Dec 20, 2025

Joyce Abbott Tyner went home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 20, 2025. In the Lord’s perfect timing , she now celebrates the birth of Christ free from pain & suffering. Joyce passed away peacefully at Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, SC, surrounded by the love of her family.

Joyce was born on November 21, 1934, in...

Robert Lee DuBose

Robert Lee DuBose

Dec 20, 2025

Robert “Bobby” Lee DuBose, a beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away suddenly on Saturday, December 20, 2025. A graveside service will be held for him on Sunday, December 28th, 2pm at Lamar Memorial Cemetery. The family will have a visitation after the graveside service.

Born in Washington, DC, on November 21, 1945, to George and Annie DuBose. Bobby lived a...

Michael D. Gardner, Sr.

Michael D. Gardner, Sr.

Dec 18, 2025

Born on August 1, 1961, in Florence, South Carolina, he was the second-born son of George Wilson Gardner Jr. and Sammie Rhett Munn. A lifelong resident of Florence, he was a dedicated and hardworking employee of Koppers, where he proudly devoted 22 years of service. On July 28, 1991, he married the love of his life, Cindy, and together they...

June McCauley Ross

June McCauley Ross

Dec 17, 2025

June McCauley Ross, 87, passed away on December 17th, 2025. 

June was born on June 5th, 1938 in Alexandria, Virginia to Robert James McCauley and Louise Spann McCauley. She earned her Masters of Fine Arts from Western Carolina and was an art teacher for many years at St. John’s High School. She was an avid and very accomplished quilter. She was...

Karen Patterson Andrews

Karen Patterson Andrews

Dec 17, 2025

Karen Elizabeth Patterson Andrews, age 70, of Darlington, S.C., went home to be with the Lord, on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, after a brief illness.

Karen was born in Darlington, and was the daughter of the late Kenneth "Jake" Patterson and Olivette Abbott Patterson. She was a lifelong resident of Darlington.

Growing up, Karen could be found at the Sun & Splash...

Jacqueline Jeannie Melton

Jacqueline Jeannie Melton

Dec 16, 2025

Jacqueline Jeannie Melton, age 74, of Darlington, South Carolina, passed away suddenly on December 16, 2025. Born on October 11, 1951, Jacqueline was a beloved wife, mother, and friend whose spirit illuminated the lives of those around her.

Jacqueline leaves behind her loving husband, Tim Melton, and her cherished daughters: Felicia (Alex) Rouse, Shannon (Shannon) Wall, Kimberly (Jason) Fisher, and B.J.(Eric)...

John Allen Motte

John Allen Motte

Dec 12, 2025

John Allen Motte passed away on December 12th, 2025. A service to celebrate John’s life will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. at Belk Funeral Home Chapel, in Darlington. A visitation will follow the service.

John Allen Motte was born on December 30th, 1947 in Darlington County to Leon John Motte and Juanita Lee Motte in Darlington...

Kevin Lee Hawkins, Sr.

Kevin Lee Hawkins, Sr.

Dec 12, 2025

A Celebration of Life service will be held at Belk Funeral Home Chapel in Darlington on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. A visitation will follow the service.

Kevin was born on October 21, 1957, in Reidsville, North Carolina. He spent his career working in the medical field before retiring. Kevin met and married the love of his life, Windy...

Annie "Jean" Morton Clark

Annie "Jean" Morton Clark

Dec 12, 2025

Annie “Jean” Morton Clark, passed away on December 12th, 2025 at the age of 99 in Lamar, with her loving family by her side.  A private service will be held graveside in Lamar Memorial Cemetery.

She was born June 24th, 1926, in Waycross, Georgia. After her mother died she grew up in Thornwell Orphanage in Clinton, SC. She attended college in...

Nina Marie Watson

Nina Marie Watson

Dec 10, 2025

Cremation services have been entrusted to Belk Funeral Home. There will be no services held at this time.

Robert James Buie

Robert James Buie

Dec 10, 2025

**Obituary for Robert James Buie**

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert James Buie, who departed from this world on December 10, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on September 26, 1944, in Darlington, South Carolina, Robert lived a life rich in experiences and dedication, embodying the spirit of a true craftsman and devoted family...