Kathy Ropp

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Elsie Lee Harrington Smith was employed with AVX for more than 40 years

1 week ago | myhorrynews.com | Kathy Ropp

Elsie Lee Harrington Smith A funeral service for Elsie Lee Harrington Smith, 80, will be held May 29 at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Jay Worthington and the Rev. Earl Spivey officiating. Entombment will follow in Hillcrest Mausoleum. Elsie passed away May 26. Born in Conway, she was a daughter of the late Willie Davis and Clara Belle Chestnut Lee. She was a member of North Conway Baptist Church. Prior to retirement, she was employed with AVX for more than 40 years. Mrs.
Larry Wesley Gleason worked as a truck driver

1 week ago | myhorrynews.com | Kathy Ropp

Larry Wesley Gleason LORIS-Larry Wesley Gleason, 54, passed away May 23 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born Jan. 18, 1971 in Loris, he was the son of Larry Gleason and late Darlene Adkins Gleason. Mr. Gleason attended Socastee Baptist Church and worked as a truck driver.
Georgia Caroline (Corley) McKee spent more than 40 years working at area hospitals

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Georgia Caroline (Corley) McKeeA celebration of life for Georgia Caroline McKee, 91, will be held June 7 at 11 a.m. in Trinity Church, Myrtle Beach. Mrs. McKee entered into God’s heavenly kingdom peacefully May 19 at her home, surrounded by her family. Born in Louisville, Ky., May 9, 1934, she was the daughter of Dr. Grover and Glady Corley, formerly of Lexington. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, husband John L. McKee.
Leonard Beauford Gilliland was a great example of a family man

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Leonard Beauford GillilandA funeral service for Leonard Beauford Gilliland, 68, will be held May 29 at 11 a.m. in Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel. Mr. Gilliland passed away May 24 at his home. He was born in Trenton, N.J., but oddly enough only because his family was there visiting relatives when his mother went into labor! His true home was Conway, by way of Tabor City when he was younger.
William Henry Miller was a highly skilled heavy equipment operator

1 week ago | myhorrynews.com | Kathy Ropp

William Henry MillerA memorial service for William Henry “Buddy” Miller, 74, will be held May 28 at 6 p.m. in New Hope Church, 719 New Hope Road, Johnsonville. Mr. Miller passed away May 23 in Conway Medical Center with his family by his side. Born April 24, 1951 in Horry County, he was the son of the late Clyde Taylor Miller and Geneva Elta Cribb Miller. Buddy was well known in the construction industry as a highly skilled heavy equipment operator for many years.
Anita Carol Ricardi was devoted to her family

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Anita Carol RicardiA graveside service for Anita Carol Ricardi, 85, will be held June 5 at 11 a.m. in Florence National Cemetery. Mrs. Ricardi departed this life May 24, just shy of two months after her beloved husband Anthony. Born and raised in New York, Anita lived a life filled with warmth, grace and unwavering devotion to her family. In March of 1960, she became engaged to Anthony Ricardi, and the two were married Oct. 29 of that same year.
Sharon K. Crutchfield enjoyed spending time with her family

1 week ago | myhorrynews.com | Kathy Ropp

Sharon K. CrutchfieldSharon K. Crutchfield, 71, passed away May 23 in Conway Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family. Born Feb. 22, 1954 in Kimball, W.Va., she was the daughter of the late John and Zella Mae Tabor Kipfinger. Sharon was the sweetest mother any child could ask for. She loved her son, Chad, very much. She was a loving mother, sister, companion and friend. Sharon enjoyed spending time with her family, shopping and, in her spare time, doing word puzzles.
Russell Garren Strickland Sr. passed away May 21

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Russell Garren Strickland Sr.A memorial service for Russell Garren Strickland Sr., 54, was held May 25 in Bethlehem Baptist Church with the Rev. Mike Kinlaw and the Rev. Roger Chestnut officiating. Mr. Strickland passed away May 21 in Grand Strand Medical with his loving family by his side. Born June 5, 1970 in Conway, he was the son of Jimmy and Janice Beverly Strickland.
Emma Lee Todd Cooper faithfully served her Lord and Savior

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Emma Lee Todd CooperA funeral service for Emma Lee Todd Cooper, 84, will be held May 28 at 3 p.m. in Watson Funeral Services Chapel with the Rev. Mack Hutson and the Rev. Wayne Skipper officiating. Burial will follow in Westside Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Mrs. Cooper, of Conway, died May 24 in Embrace Hospice House. Born July 12, 1940 in Conway, she was a daughter of the late Don B. Todd and Veita Holmes Todd.
James Stephens retired from Dilmar Oil Company

2 weeks ago | myhorrynews.com | Kathy Ropp

James StephensFuneral services for James Stephens, 93, will be held May 26 at 3 p.m. in Toddville Freewill Baptist Church with the Rev. Mark Howard, Dr. Billy Carroll and the Rev. Jimmy Wilson officiating. Burial will follow in the Pauley Swamp Baptist Church Cemetery. Mr. Stephens passed away May 22. Born Sept. 15, 1931 in Florence County, he was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing and spending time on his farm. He also enjoyed eating fish with his brother-in-law Randall.