Obituaries August 13, 2025
Ginger Sullivan Benson FLORENCE — Ginger Sullivan Benson, 59, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. Born in Monroe, NC, she was the beloved daughter of Brenda Sullivan and the late Heyward D. Sullivan, Sr. Ginger was known for her warm and caring nature. A devoted caregiver at heart, she dedicated over 35 years to…
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Dorothy Jordan Burr CHESTERFIELD — Dorothy Jordan Burr, affectionately known as “Dot”, was a beloved sister, mother, grand- great-grand, great-great grandmother, and friend. She ‘loved this life she lived’ and was so grateful for the approximately 84 years (8/23/1941 – 7/27/2025) that God gave to her here on Earth. She realized, “How very special are…
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Ernest ‘Ernie’ N. Bailey CHERAW — Mr. Ernest “Ernie” N. Bailey, age 79, formerly of Patrick, SC, entered into rest on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones. A Celebration of Life Graveside service was held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, July 26, 2025 at Patrick Cemetery by Pastor Marty Shaw and Brent Taylor.…
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Richard “Rickey” Yow CHERAW – Mr. Richard “Rickey” Yow, age 74, passed away peacefully on the evening of July 14, 2025, at McLeod Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. Funeral services were held at 11:30 AM on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at Hopewell Baptist Church, with Pastor Mark Phillips, the Honorable Rep. Richie…
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Gail Reep Atkinson CHESTERFIELD — Gail Reep Atkinson, 58, died Wednesday, July 9, 2025. Born in Laurinburg, NC she was a daughter of Jo Ann Perhealth Reep of Wallace, SC and the late George William Reep. Surviving are her daughters, Dorian “June” Watts of Monroe, NC, Charity English of Knoxville, TN, Courtany Setzer of Patrick,…
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Elmer Ray Wallace Sr. CHESTERFIELD — Elmer Ray Wallace, Sr., age 88, entered into rest on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Funeral services were held at 3:00 PM Sunday, July 6, 2025 from the Chapel of Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home by Dr. Lindsay Powell and Brent Taylor with burial following in the Lower Macedonia Memorial Gardens. The…
Read MoreRabies case confirmed in Chesterfield County
The South Carolina Department of Public Health has confirmed a bat found in Cheraw has tested positive for rabies. A bat tested positive for rabies after being discovered near Chathan Trace Circle and Manor Road in Cheraw. Two individuals were exposed and have been referred to their healthcare providers for evaluation and treatment. Officials said…
Read MoreWoman airlifted after dog attack in Chesterfield
A woman was airlifted on Friday, Aug. 29, after a dog attack left her seriously injured. According to Sheriff Cambo Streater, deputies and animal control officers responded at 7 p.m. to 1098 Hunts Mill Rd. in Chesterfield to a report of an active dog attack involving a 78-year-old female victim. Once on scene, animal control…
Read MoreATI opens new facility in Pageland
JACQUELINE HOUGH Editor – The Link ATI, a global aerospace and defense leader, has opened its 125,000-square-foot facility in Pageland. A ribbon cutting was held on Wednesday, Aug. 13, for community and state leaders. ATI’s new facility, located at 340 Industrial Park in the Lynches River Industrial Park, produces titanium alloy sheet. Technically challenging to…
Read MoreHandgun, tobacco products found during cell searches at Chesterfield County Detention Center
Cell searches conducted at the Chesterfield County Detention Center on Aug. 23 led to the discovery of contraband and a loaded firearm. Sheriff Cambo Streater said as a result of the searches, two tobacco products were found. Investigations by the Sheriff’s Office led to charges of contraband, furnish, or possession, county or municipal prisons prohibited…
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