Obituary Listing

May 6, 2025

Mr. Larry "Griz" Edwards, age 74, of Manning passed away Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at McLeod Regional Medical Center with his family by his side.  Mr. Edwards was the husband of the late Mary Edwards and son of the late Kelly Minton and Esther Huggins Edwards.  In addition to his wife and parents, he is predeceased by one brother,...

May 4, 2025

Mrs. Harriett Stephens James, age 77, wife of the late Michael Lee (Bo) James, passed away Sunday, May 4, 2025, at Grand Strand Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. James was born January 3, 1948, a daughter of the late Arden and Jean Gerald Stephens. She enjoyed spending time with her classmates, "The Chic's of '66", and...

Apr 30, 2025

Mr. James "Joe" Parler, age 83, passed away April 30, 2025, at Embrace Hospice of South Carolina.  Mr. Parler was born July 26, 1941, a son of the late Thomas Harry and Mary Locke Blackwell Parler. In addition to his parents, Mr. Parler was also predeceased by one son: Joey Parler. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist...

Apr 27, 2025

Mr. Warren Hartmayer Jr., age 72, of Galivants Ferry passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at his residence following an illness.  Mr. Warren was the son of the late Warren and Anna Fratto Hartmayer Sr. He attended Rehoboth Community Church.  Mr. Warren loved flying his helicopter, riding his boats, jet skis, and snow mobiles and spending time with...

Apr 25, 2025

February 20, 1935 – April 25, 2025

At 90 years old, our beloved mother, grandmother, and constant encourager passed away. Aynor has truly lost one of its remarkable women who helped shape the hometown atmosphere we all love.

Lila Ruth was deeply loved for her sweet personality and generous spirit. She spent her entire life...

Apr 25, 2025

Ms. Deborah Sue Rabon, age 65, of Galivants Ferry passed away Friday, April 25, 2025, at McLeod Hospice House of Florence.  Ms. Deborah was the daughter of the late Troy Johnson and Isadore Nobles.  In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by one daughter: Angela Richardson; and four siblings: Robert "Tinny", George "Buddy", Donnie, and Jimmy Ray.  Ms....

Apr 23, 2025

It is with great sadness that we share the loss of Freddie H. Graham on April 23, 2025. He passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Mr. Graham was born on April 21, 1938, in Conway, SC, the son of the late Thomas D. and Ruth Russ Graham. He was a devoted member of Antioch Baptist Church,...

Apr 20, 2025

Mrs. Carolyn G. Perritt, age 87, of Galivants Ferry passed away Sunday, April 20, 2025, at her residence with her loving family by her side.  Mrs. Carolyn was the wife of Mr. Aubrey Perritt and daughter of the late Sam and Myrtle Gerrald.  She was a member of Rehoboth Community Church, WIRE, and The Red Hat Club.  Surviving Mrs....

Apr 16, 2025

Mrs. Doris Jean Graham, age 64, of Galivants Ferry, passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at MUSC Florence.  Mrs. Doris was the daughter of the late Robert Pitt and JoAnn Graves Baker.  In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by one brother: Joey Corey.  Mrs. Doris was a member of Oakey Swamp Baptist Church.  She has been employed with...

Apr 14, 2025

Mr. Jimmy Allen Dinkins, age 62, passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his family.  Mr. Jimmy was the son of the late Billy McArthur and Gloris Hope Edge Dinkins.  In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by two brothers: David Lee Dinkins and Matthew Monroe Dinkins; and one sister: Edna Louise Dinkins.  Mr....

Apr 11, 2025

Mr. Patrick Edward Howden, age 54, of Aynor passed away Friday, April 11, 2025, at his residence with his family by his side.  Mr. Patrick was the son of Linda J. Howden and the late James G. Howden.  In addition to his father, he is predeceased by one grandson, Bryant M. Jones.  Mr. Howden was co-owner of Howden Millwright...

Apr 6, 2025

Stanton W. Squires, age 63, passed away April 6, 2025, at Conway Medical Center. Mr. Squires was born August 9, 1961, a son of Mrs. JoAnn Gasque Wasnesky and was predeceased his wife: Libby Squires; maternal grandparents: Calvin Gasque and Thelma Gasque Squires; one daughter: Dawn Squires and his Uncle Gerrald Squires. Mr. Squires loved motorcycles, and he will...

Apr 3, 2025

Mr. Riley Mark Cooper, age 34, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Conway Medical Center.  Mr. Cooper was the son of Sandy Lowe and the late Mark Cooper.  In addition to his father, Mr. Cooper is predeceased by his maternal grandfather, Ravenell Lambert and his paternal grandparents, Mayfield and Carol Cooper.  Riley was an outdoorsman that loved to...

Apr 1, 2025

Mr. Bill W. Singleton, 82, of Conway passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 1, at Pruitt Healthcare of Conway.  Mr. Singleton was born July 18, 1942 in Horry County, a son of the late Troy R. Singleton Sr. and the late Allene Lundy Singleton. He was predeceased by three brothers, Troy R. Singleton Jr., Sidney E. Singleton, and Tony Singleton....

Mar 29, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Marlton "Marty" Elic Walters and his wife Mrs. Danielle "Nikki" Nicole Love Walters following an accident on March 29, 2025. Marty was born on December 26, 1968, a son of the late Marlton Eckley Walters and the late Billie Ann Hyman Walters and Nikki was born on January...

Mar 28, 2025

Mr. Jason K. Johnson, age 50, husband of the late Miranda Johnson passed away March 28, 2025. In addition to his wife, Jason was also predeceased by his paternal grandparents: McNeil and Montrose Johnson and his maternal grandparents: James R. and Martha Philips. Jason was a Veteran of the United States Marines. He loved going fishing, hunting, and playing...

Mar 27, 2025

Mr. James Lester Alford, age 84, of Conway passed away Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Grand Strand Medical Center.  Mr. Lester was the husband of the late Betty J. Alford and son of the late Archie and Sally Johnson Alford.  In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Alford was predeceased by three brothers: Leamon, Billy Elbert, and Jessie...

Mar 27, 2025

Mrs. Thelma Opal Dorsett, age 87 formally of Aynor, SC passed away March 27, 2025, at her residence. Mrs. Dorsett was born June 16, 1937, a daughter of the late William Goral Johnson and the late Thelma Graham Johnson. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Dorsett is also predeceased by one son and daughter-in-law: Barry LaFavor and his wife...

Mar 18, 2025

Rev. Paul Q. Alford, age 81, of Aynor entered his eternal home with Jesus on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, while surrounded by his two loving daughters.  Rev. Paul was the husband of the late Faye Ray Alford and son of the late Owen Gurley and Addie Jane Rouse Alford.  Rev. Paul was a member of Pleasant Union Baptist Church. ...

Mar 17, 2025

Mr. Charles "Bill" Hooks, age 81, passed away at his residence surrounded by his loving family on March 17, 2025. Mr. Hooks was born December 17, 1943, a son of the late Fulton and Ruby Owens Hooks. In addition to his parents, Mr. Hooks was also predeceased by one brother and three sisters. He was a member of Salem...