Bennettsville, SC Sara Frances Grooms Coxe, age 71 of Bennettsville, went to her Heavenly home on Saturday, April 6, 2024, after an extended illness. Sara was born September 7, 1952, in Bennettsville, SC. She was a daughter of the late Henry and Eva Roberts Grooms. Sara worked as a nurse until her retirement. She enjoyed cooking, especially baking. Sara was a woman of strong faith. She was a very active member of Piney Plain Freewill Baptist Church. Sara taught Sunday School and held other...

McColl, SC Donna Ann Springs Brooks, widow of Lawrence Brooks Jr., passed away, Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at MUSC Charleston after a brief illness. She was 49 years old. Donna was born in Laurinburg, NC on September 2, 1974, to the late Donnie Wayne Springs and Deborah Ellis Lewellen. She a member of Eastside Baptist Church. She graduated from McColl High School. She loved to go fishing at the lake and Cherry Grove. She loved the Green Bay Packers and Dale Earnhardt Jr. She loved making Tic...

McColl, SC Peggy Lou Johnson Hatcher, age 72 of McColl, passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at her residence. Peggy was born March 7, 1951, in Bennettsville. She was a daughter of the late Arthur and Louise Milligan Johnson. Peggy was a loving mother, with a huge heart. She was always the person the family could depend on. Peggy took care of her family in their times of need. She enjoyed going to the grocery store and shopping. Most of all, Peggy cherished her time spent with her...

McColl, SC Deborah Ann “Deb” Ellis Lewellen, age 69 of McColl, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, after an illness. Deb was born on April 8, 1954, in Bennettsville. She was a daughter of the late James W. and Gladys Hyatt Ellis. She was also known as Nanny Deb or Ma Deb. Deb worked for many years at Essex Wire and Anvil Knitwear. She was a fun-loving person. Deb had a contagious smile, and a personality to match it. There was never a dull moment with Deb. She had a big...

McColl, SC  Mr. Charles Graham Sampson passed away Monday, February 19, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was 73 years old.    Mr. Charles was born on May 29, 1950, in Marlboro County, South Carolina to the late Henry Ervin Sampson and Lillie Mae Sampson. He was preceded in death by his parents listed above and his brother, Henry Ervin Sampson Jr. Charles valued working hard and spent over 26 years working as a glassworker at LOF. After his accident in...

McColl, SC Richard Grooms, age 70, entered his Heavenly home on February 8, 2024, surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness. He attended Calvary Way Baptist Church in Pembroke, NC. Richard was born in Marlboro County on May 12, 1953, to the late Allen and Dovie Bell Grooms. Richard grew up in a big, loving family with 5 brothers and 5 sisters. He made certain that each one knew he loved them. He often was found visiting them for hours sharing fond memories and humorous...

McColl, SC Patrick Shawn Lee, age 50 of McColl, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at his residence. Patrick was born November 9, 1973, in Bennettsville, SC. He was as a son of the late Jimmy and Lib Cummings Lockey. Patrick worked as a tire technician. He was a huge fan of the Dallas Cowboys and enjoyed watching their games. Patrick was also a fan of the Duke Blue Devils. He also loved hanging out with his friends and family. In addition to his parents, Patrick was preceded in...

Hamlet, NC Sister Sarah Jane Thompson Sewell, age 87 of Hamlet, NC, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at First Health Richmond. Sister Sarah was born July 15, 1936, in Dillon, SC. She was a daughter of the late Jasper and Mary Locklear Thompson. Sister Sarah was a faithful, Christian woman. She was a member of Gibson Friendship Mission. She loved using her talents of singing and playing the guitar to worship the Lord. Sister Sarah also enjoyed working in...

McColl, SC James Edward Treff “Happy Feet”, age 56 of McColl, passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at his residence. \ James was born May 1, 1967, in Laurinburg, NC. He was a son of the late Ronnie and Cathy Quick. James worked as a painter. He enjoyed shooting pool and playing darts. Most of all, James enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his siblings. James is survived by his daughters, Jessica...

McColl, SC Shelby Deese Jacobs passed away Sunday, January 28, 2024, at Scottish Pines in Laurinburg, NC. She was 83 years old. Born in Robeson County, NC, Shelby was a daughter of the late Slocum and Bessie Driggers Deese. She was a homemaker and attended Christian Fellowship Church when she was able. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and watching NASCAR. She especially loved to travel. She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Michelle Jacobs; brothers, Neal Archie Deese,...