Cox-Collins Funeral Home

11/11/2025

11/05/2025

Funeral Service for Mrs Janie Ammons Brown 11/5/25 Mullins Church of God

11/03/2025

Janie Ammons Brown
Mrs. Janie Ammons Brown, 80, wife of Lewis Brown, of Mullins, joined the Heavenly Choir with her new body during the evening of Saturday, November 1, 2025, at her home in Mullins, surrounded by her loving family, following an extended period of declining health.
Ms. Janie was born on February 8th, 1945, in Horry County, South Carolina, and was the daughter of the late Gladys Ammons. Mrs. Brown met Lewis Brown, married and raised a family together. She was a homemaker and Farmer’s wife. She made sure everything was in order for her house and her family and loved and nurtured them throughout the years. Mrs. Brown also worked for a bit with Sunny Acres Nursing Home in Fork, where after several years, retired with the company. Ms. Janie loved to cook, she had hundreds of recipes memorized and never let you leave her house hungry. She also loved to play games, whether at family gatherings, with her grandchildren or at church functions, Janie loved a good game, it gave her a chance to unleash her competitive side. Janie also was a devote Christian woman who loved her Lord and her Bible. She was a member of Mullins Church of God.
Surviving Mrs. Brown in addition to her husband of the home, Lewis Brown of Mullins, are her children: Dwayne Brown and his wife, Lori, of Mullins, Glenda Watson and her husband, Ken, of Myrtle Beach, and Kevin D. Brown of Mullins; seven grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; a sister, Neta Byrd of Latta, a brother, Dale Caulder of Alabama; and several nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Brown was predeceased by her son, Kenneth Lee Brown, grandson, Dawson Brown, and brother, Lewis Ammons.
The family will receive friends Tuesday evening, November 4th, from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. at Cox-Collins Funeral Home in Mullins.
Mrs. Brown’s funeral service will be held Wednesday, November 5th, at 2:00 P.M., at the Mullins Church of God, with the Reverend Jerry Causey officiating. The family will lay Mrs. Brown to rest in Brown Family Cemetery, on Bluff Road, following the service. Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins is assisting the family during this time.
A guestbook for Mrs. Brown is available on our website, or you may post to our Facebook wall kind words and memories for the family.

11/02/2025

David Owens
Mr. David Owens, 67, of Marion, went to be with his Lord during the afternoon of Friday, October 31st, 2025, while at Senior Care of Marion, under the care of Agape Hospice, following a period of declining health.
David was born in Fayetteville, North Carolina on April 21st, 1958, and the son of the late Daniel Owens, Sr. and the late Rosa Lee Darmon Owens Williams. David was self-employed, and would do little jobs here and there, handyman style to help people out now and then. He was of the Christian Faith.
Surviving David is his son, Donald Owens; a brother, Daniel Owens, Jr, of Marion; his sisters: Doris Ann Bryant of Florence, Rachel (Mark) Snyder of Myrtle Beach and Marie Ihus of Fayetteville, NC.
David was predeceased by his siblings Ronnie Owens, Janis McLellan, Patricia Ann Owens and Don Owens.
The family will hold a graveside service for David on Monday, November 3rd, at 1:00 P.M. in Bethlehem Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery in Temperance Hill, SC, with Chaplain Pastor Donnie Kirby leading the service, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins.
The family will speak with friends for a few minutes following the conclusion of the service there at the cemetery.

11/01/2025

Madgie Sue Dell Hammond Hayes
Mrs. Madgie Sue Dell Hammond Hayes, 84, widow of Stacy Charles Hayes, of Loris, passed away following an extended illness, at her home, with her loving family by her side during the evening of Thursday, October 30, 2025.
Mrs. Hayes, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, was born on August 22, 1941, in Horry County, South Carolina, a daughter of the late Thomas H. Hammond and the late Evia Small Hammond. She retired as a furniture manufacturer after 20 plus years with Pilliod Furniture, where she was a dedicated worker, working hard every day, and providing for her family. She was also a loving mother and grandmother who took care of her home front, making delicious meals and spoiling her loved ones with cherished moments they will always remember. She loved to ride, if you were going somewhere, she was always there to tag along, it did not matter where, she loved to go. She was loved and will be deeply missed.
Mrs. Hayes is survived by her children: her daughter, Sarah Hayes Boyd and her husband, Carroll, of Loris, and her son, Stacy Mitchell Hayes of Mullins; her grandson, Holden Evander (Elizabeth) Bullock, and Elizabeth’s daughter, Harper, of Loris; her sister, Geneva (Dean) Fowler of Loris; her nieces, Lisa and Charlotte; step-grandson, Elliott (Allyson) Boyd and their children, Sarah, Willow, and Martha May; along with several nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Hayes was predeceased by her three brothers, S.W. Hammond, Lonnie Hammond, and Tommy Hammond.
The family will receive friends Sunday, November 2, from 2:00 until 3:00 P.M. at Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins.
Mrs. Hayes’ funeral service will follow at 3:00 P.M. in the Funeral Chapel of Cox-Collins, with the Reverend Lloyd Williamson officiating.
Mrs. Hayes will be laid to rest next to her husband in Red Hill Memorial Gardens Cemetery, following the service.
A guestbook is available on our website and you may post to our Facebook wall for the family to see.

10/31/2025

Graveside service for Mrs. Lomeria H. Hickman 10/31/25 Red Hill Memorial Gardens Mullins, SC

10/30/2025

Doris Causey Britt
Mrs. Doris Causey Britt, 71, of Conway, passed away following an extended illness, at her home, surrounded by her family, during the evening of Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
Mrs. Britt was born in Loris, South Carolina, a daughter of the late Leo Causey and the late Annie Bell Small Causey, on August 20, 1954. Ms. Doris, a loving mother, grandmother, and sister, retired from Conway Medical Center following several years of dedicated service. She loved shopping, gardening, and the Smokey Mountains. But first and foremost, Mrs. Britt loved her family. She loved them very deeply with her big heart and made sure they knew it every day. This love will live forever in their hearts.
Surviving Mrs. Britt is her loving daughter, Crystal Graham and her husband, Les, of Galivants Ferry; her precious grandsons: Lucas Damian Graham and Preston Lee Graham; a nephew whom she considered as her grandson, Dusty Lee (Molly) Jones; her siblings: Cathy Watson of North Port, FL and Paul (Melissa) Causey of Conway.
Doris was predeceased by her former husband, Buddy Britt.
The family will hold a Celebration of Life for Mrs. Britt on November 9, 2025, at 4:00 P.M. at Mrs. Britt’s home, at 5297 Highway 65 in Conway.
The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to Lower Cape Fear Hospice for the exceptional care they provided for Mrs. Britt, along with her nurse, Paige, for her care and compassion she showed Ms. Doris.
A guestbook is available for Mrs. Britt on our website and or you may leave kind words for the family on our Facebook wall.

10/29/2025

Lomeria Herring Hickman
Mrs. Lomeria Herring Hickman, a faithful and devoted wife and mother, passed away on October 28th at home at the age of 94 after suffering from an illness. She was surrounded by many loved ones at her time of passing.
Ms. Lomeria was born on May 26th, 1931, to Alton and Georgia Mae McDaniels. She was married to the late Liston Herring of Mullins and the late David Hickman of Coward. Lomeria was preceded in death by her brothers and sisters: Herman McDaniel, Mamie Phillips, Vernon McDaniel, Margie Sawyer, Clara Turner, Edna Haselden, Benjamin McDaniel, and Eunice Herrington.
Ms. Lomeria is survived by her four girls: Linda (James) Huggins, Margaret (Mack) Dozier, Marie (David) Poss, and Angela (Bucky) Bethea; and ten grandchildren: Richard (Cynde) Sawyer, Vicky (Kelly) Larrimore, Tina Floyd, Steven McLellan, Cheryl (Chris) Hudson, Tammy King, Michael McLellan, Allen Brown, Shawn (Donna) Brown, and Wesley Huggins (Ashley Suggs).
Ms. Lomeria was a member of Refuge MPTA church and an avid gardener and traveler. She is best known for her love of God and family. She leaves behind these words:
“When I depart this life, remember I have lived a good life. Some good and some not so good, but it always was a blessing. 4 beautiful girls, 10 special grands, all my great grands and 11 great great grands. Praise the Lord. God is so good!!! I love each and every one. Please meet me in Heaven. It’s going to be a beautiful place.”
Graveside services to be held on Friday, October 31st, 11 a.m. at Red Hill Cemetery, Mullins, SC. Officiating the ceremony, eldest grandson, Richard A. Sawyer, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins. The family will receive friends at the cemetery following the service.
A guestbook is available on our website at Cox-Collins Funeral Home and our wall is available for kind words on our page.

10/27/2025

Dany Ray Turner
Mr. Danny Ray Turner, 66, husband of Glenenett Wilson “Muh” Turner, of Mullins, passed away following injuries sustained from an automobile accident on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at MUSC Health Marion Medical Center.
Danny Ray, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and all-around good person, was born on July 4, 1959, in Marion County, South Carolina. Danny Ray was a son of the late Henry Turner and the late Mary Caulder Hare. Danny grew up around the Marion County area, where he made his living as a Handyman, taking on all size projects for customer and leaving them satisfied with the finished product. He met the love of his life, Glenenett, and shared 26 wonderful years of marriage together raising a family, and spoiling grandchildren. He loved the outdoors, especially working in his yard. Danny enjoyed his yard and was proud of the hard work he put into it. When he had time, Danny would grab his fishing poles and head down to his fishing hole and catch a mess of fish for supper or grab his rifle and head out to the woods and watch the deer gather and go. Danny was also a member of the Rains Fire Department. Danny was loved and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Surviving Danny Ray in addition to his wife of 26 years and of the home, Glenenett Wilson “Muh” Turner are: his two daughters: Crystal (Murchison) Gilmore and Cherish Wilson; his God son, Darius Barrett; his grandchildren: Brittany Staub, Murchison Gilmore, IV, Aniyah Vereen, Tavion Vereen, Jackie Avant, and Grayson Cribb; his brothers and sisters: Buddy (Teresa) Caulder of Galivants Ferry, Esther (Mack) Jacobs of Tabor City, NC, Cathy (Scott) Privett of Spartanburg, Melvin Turner of Spartanburg, Joey (Lisa) Hare of Bennettsville, Lisa Bish of Pittsburgh, PA, and L.D. (Cathy) Dimery of Myrtle Beach.
Mr. Turner was predeceased by his brothers and sisters, Flora Jean Turner, Jimmy Turner, Vera Turner, Jimmy Turner, William Turner, and Thelma Gray.
The family will receive friends Saturday, November 1, from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel of Cox-Collins Funeral Home in Mullins.
A memorial service for Mr. Danny Ray will follow there in the chapel at 2:00 P.M., with the Reverend Haywood Proctor officiating.
A guestbook for Mr. Turner is available for Danny Ray on our website or you may post kind words for the family on our Facebook wall.

10/19/2025

Jackie M. Collins
Mrs. Jackie M. Collins, 67, widow of Robert Hugh Collins, Jr., of the Gapway Community of Mullins, passed away peacefully with her loving son, Sammy, by her side, during the mid-afternoon of Friday, October 17, 2025, at her residence.
Ms. Jackie was the daughter of the late James Woodrow “Buck” Hooks and the late Marion Joratha “Jo” Stevens Hooks. She was born on November 5, 1957, in Marion County, South Carolina. Jackie spent most of her life in between Mullins and Marion. She went to school, raised a family and worked within the community. She was a dedicated worker with the Hospital System, working from 1977 on through to 2023, where she finally retired with the MUSC-Marion Medical Center following 46 years of service. She made many friends and acquaintances during her time with the hospital that she cherished dearly. She loved her family, her late husband Robert Hugh and her devoted son, Sammy, she made sure they knew she loved them and cared for them. Jackie had a special hobby that she loved and shared with others. She enjoyed cross stitching, and with it, she loved to cross stitch Family Trees, which she would research, create it and then share it with other family members. Jackie will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Jackie is survived by her son of the home, Sammy Neil Collins of Mullins, along with many extended family members and close friends.
She was preceded in death by her brother, James Stevie Hooks.
Services for Jackie will be held at a later date; however, the family will receive friends at the home in Gapway.
A guestbook for Ms. Jackie is available on our website, and our Facebook wall is open for friends to leave kind words for the family during this difficult time.

10/03/2025

Funeral services for Ms. Katie Lucille Sawyer 10/3/25 Little Bethel Baptist Church