Obituaries
Betty Margie Thomas Pruitt
Jan 30, 2026
Myrtle Beach, SC / Cheraw, SC
“For God so loved the world, that He gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” John 3:16
Betty Margie Thomas Pruitt, 98, passed away peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus on Friday, January 30th, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born October 18, 1927,...
Melanie Hilliard Quick
Jan 30, 2026
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Cheraw, SC
Melanie Hilliard Quick, 61, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026. Born, March 20, 1964, in Cheraw, SC, she was the daughter of Dewitt Hilliard and the late Eugenia McPherson Hilliard.
A devoted member of Westside Baptist Church during her teenage years, Melanie embraced her faith through baptism and active participation in church...
Deborah Elaine Cole
Jan 27, 2026
Wallace, SC
Deborah Elaine Cole, 61, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Born, January 2, 1965, in Cheraw, SC, she was a daughter of James Davis and the late Sadie Mae Cole.
Deborah had a passion for crocheting and enjoyed listening to music. Above all, her family was her world, and she cherished the time spent with them, particularly her beloved...
John Franklin Kennerly, Jr.
Jan 26, 2026
John Franklin Kennerly, Jr.
June 2, 1971 – January 26, 2026
Bennettsville – John Franklin Kennerly, Jr., age 54, died Monday, January 26, after a hard fought year-long battle with cancer. He passed into God’s loving arms at Scotland Memorial Hospital surrounded by his wife of 30 years, Heather, his parents and sister, daughters and best friends.
John was born in Bennettsville in...
Margaret Tucker Stafford
Jan 26, 2026
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Cheraw, SC
Margaret T. Stafford, 91, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026. Born, April 9, 1934, in Dillon County, SC, she was a daughter of the late Aaron Fulton and Ruby Helen Tucker.
Margaret was a devoted member of Mt. Olivet Methodist Church, where she served as Treasurer, Sunday School Teacher, and was actively...
Sue C. Harpe
Jan 14, 2026
Cheraw, SC
Sue Frances Curry Harpe, 94, passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Born, December 21, 1931, in Chesterfield, SC, she was the daughter of the late Bronson C. and Cora Lee McQuaige Curry, and the beloved widow of Benjamin Thomas Harpe, Sr.
A dedicated lifelong member of Lower Macedonia Baptist Church, Sue was a member of various Sunday School Classes...
Patricia Robbins
Jan 6, 2026
Charlotte, NC
Patricia Jacobs Robbins, 73, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Born December 8, 1952, in Cheraw, SC, she was a daughter of the late William and Mary Lou Jacobs.
Patricia dedicated her life to her family, serving as a loving wife and mother. She was also a devoted Registered Nurse specializing in Pediatrics for over 50 years. Her commitment...
James "Jimmie" Ebbie Creech
Jan 5, 2026
Cheraw, SC
James Ebbie “Jimmie” Creech, 88, known to family as JC, passed away January 5, 2026, at his home in Cheraw, South Carolina. Born in Chesterfield County and raised in Marlboro County, Jimmie’s life was shaped by a rural childhood, a tireless work ethic, and a deep devotion to family and community.
He served with the South Carolina National Guard, 178th...
Hilda Strobel Coates Alford
Jan 2, 2026
A Tribute to Hilda Alford (1927 – 2026)
Today we celebrate the life of Hilda Alford—once Hilda Strobel—born in Stuttgart, Germany on September 23,1927.
A Journey of Courage
Hilda was a girl who braved boats and oceans for love. She crossed a war-torn Atlantic while big with child, sick half the way over, yet she never turned back. She kept her eyes on...
Jeffery Glen Vining
Dec 31, 2025
***UPDATE ON SERVICE SCHEDULE***
The Memorial Service Scheduled for January 24, 2026 has been canceled due to the threat of Winter Weather. the Family will reschedule for a later time and we will update our website once the service has been rescheduled.
Ruby, SC
Jeffery Glen Vining, 66, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. Born June 22, 1959, in Covington, LA, he...
Clyde H. Rogers
Dec 28, 2025
Cheraw, SC
Clyde H. Rogers, aged 85, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2025. He was born in Mullins, SC, to the late Elton and Edith Mayers Rogers.
A devoted member of Cheraw First Baptist Church, Clyde served as a deacon and participated in the Friendship Sunday School class, demonstrating his commitment to his faith and community. With over 40 years of...
Richard Thomas "Tommy" Quick
Dec 24, 2025
Bennettsville, SC
Richard Thomas “Tommy” Quick, 50, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2025. Born in Jacksonville, FL, he was a son of Evander Dean Quick, Sr. and the late Vanessa “Nessa” Quick.
Tommy attended Marlboro County High School where he enjoyed playing multiple sports. He was a self-taught artist and enjoyed drawing and painting at an early age. Later in life...
James Odell "Jimmie" Brown
Dec 21, 2025
Cheraw, SC
James Odell “Jimmie” Brown, 26, passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025. Born, February 20, 1999, he was a son of Joann Brown Campbell and Victor Campbell.
Jimmie was known for his kindness and was appreciated by everyone who knew him, often extending that warmth to strangers. He was a devoted father, husband, uncle, and brother, who cherished his family...
John Robert Babecki
Dec 16, 2025
Cheraw, SC
John Robert Babecki, 55, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Born, August 7, 1970, in Philadelphia, PA, he was a son of Julius Babecki and the late Sybil Barr Babecki.
John was confirmed in the Lutheran Church and graduated from Cheraw High School in 1988. Following his graduation, he worked at BC Moore and Glenn Manufacturing. After attending Frances...
Joyce Katherine Hyde
Dec 12, 2025
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Cheraw, SC
Joyce Katherine Hyde, 85, passed away on Friday, December 12, 2025. Born February 25, 1940, in Port Crane, NY, she was the daughter of the late Wallace and Margaret Dumas Smith.
Joyce was known for her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love as a mother and friend. A dedicated home health aide, she devoted...
Douglas B. Boan
Dec 6, 2025
Kiser Funeral Home would like to share the obituary of Douglas B. Boan as a courtesy, at the request of his family. We extend our deepest condolences to Doug's family and friends. Watson-King Funeral home in Hamlet, NC is serving the Boan family.
Hamlet, N.C.
Douglas Boan of Hamlet passed away December 6th, 2025. Doug was born in Marlboro County, South Carolina...
Mirandy Rose Oneal Munn
Dec 6, 2025
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Hartsville, SC
Mirandy Rose Oneal Munn, 44, passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2025. Born, February 10, 1981, in Hartsville, SC, she was the daughter of Sidney Dewayne “Wayne” Oneal and Carol Ann Tyner Young.
Mirandy was known for her fun-loving spirit, brightening every room with her infectious smile and laughter. She possessed a unique...
William Albert "Bert" Coleman, Jr.
Dec 6, 2025
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Wallace, SC
William Albert “Bert” Coleman, Jr., 55, passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2025. Born, October 4, 1970, in Baxley, GA, he was a son of William Albert Coleman, Sr. and the late Mary Thelma Brown.
Bert was known for his passion as a devoted fan of the Georgia Bulldogs and the Atlanta Braves....
James Leppard III
Dec 2, 2025
Cheraw, SC
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Earnest Leppard III on
December 2, 2025. Born on November 20, 1950, in Bennettsville, South Carolina, James was a devoted father, brother, son, grandfather, and a respected figure in the real estate community. A compassionate and loving family man, he enriched the lives of all who knew him,...
Doris King Gore
Nov 25, 2025
Cheraw, SC
Doris King Gore, 73, passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025. Born, April 19, 1952, in Chesterfield, SC, she was a daughter to the late Calarie Calvin and Viola Boan King.
Doris dedicated many years of her career to Chesterfield Manufacturing and later retired from Piggly Wiggly. Known for her kind heart, she was also capable of providing tough love...
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