Week of February 17, 2016

Sarah J. Smith

Funeral services for Mrs. Sarah J. Smith of Darlington were held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at Salvation Temple Holiness Church in Hartsville.

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Interment followed in New Providence United Methodist Church Cemetery in Darlington directed by Jordan Funeral Home, Inc.

Mrs. Sarah Jordan Smith was born on May 15, 1920 in Darlington County to the late Robert and Sylvia Jordan.

She died on Wednesday, February 10, 2016, at Morrell Rehab Center in Hartsville, S.C.

Mrs Sarah received her education in the Darlington County Schools.

She was a member of New Providence United Methodist Church, where she served in many capacities.

At the age of 21, she was joined in holy matrimony to the late Bennie R. Smith. This union was blessed with 16 children.

Survivors are: four sons, Dolzier A. Smith, John W. Smith, Roland Wright, and Cicero P. Smith; eight daughters, Queen E. Davis, Gloria W. Smith, Betty C. Smith, Christine Smith, Frances E. Smith, Mary E. (Johnny) Flynn, Barbara Zimmerman, and Liza A. Green; two adopted daughters, Anita Roberts and Barbara Samuel; three lifelong friends, Willie Mae Jordan (cousin), Valerie Sturgeon, and Meredith Olenick; 31grandchildren, 40 great grandchildren, and 23 great –great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

The family is receiving friends at the residence of her granddaughter, Mrs. Sandra (Tony) Shaw, 518 Chestnut Street, Darlington.

Phillip E. “P.J.” Register

Phillip E. “P.J.” Register II, age 20, passed away suddenly February 6, 2016. Funeral service was held 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 9th in the chapel at Belk Funeral Home with visitation held following the service.

Born April 13, 1995, P.J was the son of Phillip E. Register and Cynthia Hodge Register. He worked for Frazier Industrial Company. P. J. enjoyed hunting, fishing, working on his truck, music, and playing video games. He was a member of Black Creek Baptist Church.

Surviving is his father, Phillip E. Register of Darlington; his mother, Cynthia H. Register and Steve Sackett of Timmonsville; two sisters: Jennifer Register and Patrick Port, Jr., and Samantha and Caleb Strickland all of Darlington; his girlfriend, Jessica Flowers of Darlington; special friends: Chelsea Odom, Quinton Suggs, Harry Clifton; and his extended family and co-workers at Frazier Industrial.

Memorials may be made to the Darlington Humane Society Rescue P. O. Box 503 Darlington, SC 29540.

A guestbook is available online at www.belkfuneralhome.com.

Robbie Gray

Robert Sheryl Gray, age 56, died Monday, February 8, 2016 in a local hospital. A graveside service was held at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 10th at High Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. The family received friends from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Belk Funeral Home and other times at the home of Calvin and Marion Gray, 2117 Hill Creek Road, Darlington.

Born in Darlington County on May 9, 1959, he was the son of the late Rupert Algernon Gray and the late Louise Sherrill Hatchell Gray. Robbie graduated from St. Johns High School in 1978 and was working for Darlington County Roads and Bridges until his illness. Mr. Gray was a talented artist and enjoyed sketching. He was an avid deer hunter and enjoyed sitting and talking with his friend, Charles Gibbs, at D&G Farm Supply. Robbie was a member of High Hill Baptist Church.

Surviving are his two brothers and sisters-in-law, Al and Margie Gray, and Calvin and Mary Gray, all of Darlington; nieces: Beth, Ashley Kim, and Jennie; five great-nieces; three great-nephews; and many cousins.

Memorials may be made to High Hill Baptist Church, 2205 Timmonsville Hwy. Darlington, SC 29532.

A guestbook is available online at www.belkfuneralhome.com.

Robert Blakely “Blake” Arnold

Robert Blakely “Blake” Arnold, 51, of Darlington died on Monday, February 08, 2016.

Funeral services were held in Dovesville Church of God on Thursday, February 11, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. Burial followed in the church cemetery, directed by Kistler-Hardee Funeral Home.

The family received friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at Kistler-Hardee Funeral Home of Darlington and other times at the home, 1944 Iseman Road, Darlington.

Blake was born in Florence County. He graduated from St. John’s High School class of 1982. Blake had worked for Dixie Cup in Darlington for 30 years. He was a member of Terrell’s Bay and Colonial Kolb’s Tomb hunting clubs. Blake was an avid fisherman and hunter. He also was an avid fan of Clemson, Miami Dolphins, and NASCAR. Blake also coached little league football for many years.

Surviving are his wife, Michelle Arnold of Darlington; his daughter, Cierra Arnold of Darlington; his father, Bobby (Ann) Arnold of Darlington; his mother, Joyce Arnold of Darlington; his brothers, Trent Arnold and Byron Arnold both of Darlington; his mother-in-law, Percy Grantham of Darlington; his father-in-law, Donald (Margie) Grantham of North Carolina; his brother-in-law, Darrell (Lorrie) Gainey of Darlington; his sister-in-law, Stacy Blackwell of Darlington; his nieces, Morgan Gainey, Haylie Blackwell; his nephews, Travis Blackwell, Zachary Gainey, and Nicholas Gainey; a very special cousin, Robyn Kelly Beacham of Lamar; and a very good friend, Tim “T.J.” Jordan.

Family and friends are invited to sign the online book at www.kistlerhardeefuneralhome.com.

Cora Viola Rhodes

Cora Viola Blayton Rhodes, age 80, wife of Eldred “Dusty” Rhodes, passed away Saturday, February 13, 2016. Funeral service was held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 16th at Free Will Baptist Bible Church with burial following at Grove Hill Cemetery, directed by Belk Funeral Home.

Born January 17, 1936, Viola was the daughter of the late Edith Buckles and Hilton Blayton. She worked for Nytronics, and Town & Country Veterinarian Clinic. In her younger years, she enjoyed going fishing. Mrs. Rhodes was an excellent cook and enjoyed working in her yard. She was a member of Free Will Baptist Bible Church, and loved her church family very much.

Surviving are her husband, whom she would have been married to for 64 years in March, Eldred “Dusty” Rhodes; her sons, Larry D. (Julie) Rhodes and Wayne A. (Pat) Rhodes, all of Darlington; her grandchildren: Shelly Ogburn, Kelli Foster, Katie Rhodes, Jessica Culpepper, Ryan Rhodes, and five great-grandchildren; and her brother, Harry Blayton.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Don Blayton, and her sister, Evelyn Watson.

The family received friends from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Monday, February 15th at Belk Funeral Home, and other times at the home of Larry and Julie Rhodes, 532 S. Center Rd. Darlington, S.C.

The family expresses their gratitude to the staff of Morrell Nursing Center and Regency Hospital for their care of Mrs. Rhodes.

Memorials may be made to the Free Will Baptist Bible Church, 316 Orange Street, Darlington, S.C. 29532.

A guestbook is available online at www.belkfuneralhome.com.

Margaret Louise Jordan Bradshaw

Margaret Louise Jordan Bradshaw, age 86, passed away Friday, February 12, 2016. Funeral services were held 3:00 p.m. Saturday, February 13th at Newman Swamp Southern Methodist Church directed by Belk Funeral Home. The family received friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

Born November 30, 1929, Margaret was the daughter of the late Belle Stuckey and Marion Junius Jordan. She worked as a seamstress at Sherman Manufacturing, and briefly worked at Lloyd’s Restaurant and Mr. B’s. She loved gardening, growing flowers, and was a devoted wife and mother.

Surviving are her two sons, Marion (Cindy) Bradshaw, and Rusty (Nannette) Bradshaw, both of Lamar; four grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; her sister, Carol Lois Jordan; a number of nieces and nephews; and her sisters-in-law, Elsie Walters Bradshaw and Helen Windham Jordan.

Preceded in death are her husband, Joe Bradshaw; her son, Charles Alexander Bradshaw; her grandson, Deanne Bradshaw Bennett; two brothers, Marion Lewis Jordan and Walter Lee Jordan; and two sisters, Judy J. Larymore and Evelyn J. Parnell.

Memorials may be made to McLeod Hospice House, PO Box 100551 Florence, SC 29502-0551.

A guestbook is available online at www.belkfuneralhome.com.

Mary Helen Morrison

Mary Helen Morrison, 79, of Darlington died on Saturday, February 13, 2016 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. in the First Free Will Baptist Church in Darlington. Burial followed in Matthews Cemetery in Coward, directed by Kistler-Hardee Funeral Home of Darlington. The family received friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Monday, February 15, 2016 at Kistler Hardee Funeral Home and other times at the home.

Helen was born in Florence County. She was the daughter of the late Raymond and Alma McGee Miles. Helen retired from Federated Insurance, and worked for Nytronics in Darlington. She was a member of the First Free Will Baptist Church. Helen enjoyed crafts, scrapbooking, and sewing. She also enjoyed spending time with her family.

Surviving are her husband, Ernest Morrison of Darlington; her sons, Dan Morrison (Jenni), and Steve Morrison; her “adoptive” daughter, Judy Wotan (Steve) whom she loved like her daughter; her lifelong friend, Bobbie Langston; her grandchildren, Paul Morrison (Desiree’) of Effingham, Tiffany Morrison of Indiana, Lee Ann Morrison of Florence, Bridgitt Danielle Gaston (Nate) of Indiana, and Bryan Morrison (Jessica) of Florence; step grandchildren, Laura McBryde and Livingstone McBryde; and three great grandchildren.

Helen was preceded in death by her brother, Jimmy Miles; and sisters, Iva Lee Pate and Marjorie Floyd.

Family and friends are invited to sign the online guest book at www.kistlerhardeefuneralhome.com.

Thomas “Tommy” L. Shelly

Thomas “Tommy” LeRoy Shelly, age 71, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2016. Memorial services were held 4:00 p.m. Saturday, February 13th in the chapel at Belk Funeral Home.

Born September 14, 1944, Tommy was the son of the late Frances Alberta Tanner and Leroy Shelly. He worked as a machinist for Perfection Gear, and then for Galey & Lord. Tommy enjoyed working, racing go-karts, and fishing. He was a fan of the Carolina Panthers, and enjoyed watching NASCAR.

Surviving are his wife, Judy W. Shelly of Darlington; his son, Thomas “Tommy” Shelly of Winston Salem; his daughter, Teniele (Reed) Blackwell of Darlington; six grandchildren: Heather and her husband Josh Brandt, Christian, Trevor, Shelly, Laney, and Tanner; his great-grandson, Joseph Brandt; his brothers, Edwin (Charlene) McDaniel of Lexington, and Danny McDaniel of Darlington; and his sister, Joan McDaniel of Darlington.

The family received friends following the service February 13th at Belk Funeral Home, and other times at 1112 Wildshall Rd. Darlington, SC 29540.

Memorials may be made to McLeod Hospice House, PO Box 100551 Florence, SC 29502-0551 or www.mcleodfoundation.org, or send a donation to NASCAR’s Victory Junction Gang Camp at www.victoryjunction.org.

A guestbook is available online at www.belkfuneralhome.com.

Author: Duane Childers

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