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04/19/2026

Joanna Ford Elliott
Mrs. Joanna Ford Elliott passed away Friday, April 17, 2026, after a brief illness. She was the widow of the late Stafford Elliott of Mullins, SC.
Mrs. Elliott was born on July 30, 1938, in Marion County. She was the daughter of the late Ogusta and Christine Morgan Ford. She worked for many years in the business office at Mullins Hospital and then at MUSC Marion. Mrs. Elliott was a member of the Mullins Church of God where she served as the church clerk for 40 years. Known as the "Cake Lady," Joanna loved baking cakes for the community and was famous for her seven-layer chocolate cake.
Surviving Mrs. Elliott are one son, Ray Elliott (Geraldine), of High Point, NC; one daughter, Nancy Coleman (Russell, deceased) of Mullins, SC; Six grandchildren: Ashley Pait (Travis) of Lumberton, NC; Michele Rogers (Charlton) of Marion, SC; Christy Rouse (David) of Fork, SC; Angela Broglio (Chris) of Bristol, TN; Danya’ Perritt of Mullins; and Liesa Perritt of Georgetown, SC; twelve great-grandchildren: Kylie Davis, Coleman Kimbrell, Connor Broglio, Madelyn Carnahan, Elliott Broglio, Dylan Rouse, Aubrey Carnahan, Abby Broglio, Tabitha Broglio, Ryleigh Pait, Taylor Pait, and Isaac Pait; one great-great grandson, Waylon Brooks Huggins; three sisters: Alice Moseley of Asheville, NC; Joyce Westbrook of Hopkins, SC; Peggy Parker of Kings Mountain, NC; a brother, Johnny Ford of Pageland, SC; and many special nieces and nephews; and a special friend Cheryl Atkinson.
Mrs. Elliott is predeceased by a daughter, Becky Jean Elliott, and a grandson, Joshua Skipper; a special friend, C.H. Johnson.
The family will receive friends Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 6–8 p.m. at Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
Funeral services at the Mullins Church of God on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 2:00 P.M., with the Reverend C. B. Turner officiating. Mrs. Elliott will be laid to rest following her service in Cedardale Cemetery in Mullins, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins.
Memorials can be made to the Mullins Church of God, 1001 Sandy Bluff Rd., Mullins, SC 29574.

04/19/2026

Ruby Alice Brown Pittman
The family of Ruby Alice Brown Pittman is saddened to announce her passing on April 18, 2026, at the age of 101 years, at MUSC Mullins Nursing Center.
Born in Mullins, South Carolina on September 19, 1924, she was the daughter of the late Willie Arthur Brown and the late Alice Evelyn Alford Brown.
Ruby was predeceased by her husband of 67 years, Joseph Clifford Pittman, a daughter, Linda Alice Pittman Richardson, son-in-law, Herbert Lamar Richardson, Jr., and a granddaughter, Teresa Lynn Richardson. She was also predeceased by her sisters, Grace Capps, Jean Evelyn Harrelson, Lois Permenter, Dotherine Tate, and a brother, A. Lavern Brown.
She is survived by a brother, Don L. Brown, and a host of nieces and nephews.
Ruby grew up in the Gapway Community, and although throughout her adult life lived in Conway, she always called Mullins her hometown. She was a faithful member of Trinity Methodist Church until her health declined and transferred her church membership back to Gapway Baptist Church in October 2024, in hopes of attending at least one more time. Ruby enjoyed reading her Bible and playing hymns on her piano.
The family sends a heartfelt “thank you,” to the staff at MUSC Mullins Nursing Center for the love and care provided to Ruby.
A graveside service for MS. Ruby will be held Tuesday afternoon, April 21, at 3:00 P.M. in the Rehoboth Community Church Cemetery in Galivants Ferry, with Reverend Cameron Proctor and Reverend Will Jones officiating, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be sent to Gapway Baptist Church in Honor of Ruby Brown Pittman, 2305 South Highway 41, Mullins, SC 29574.

04/07/2026

Families, viewers, and public, we have been experiencing difficulties with Facebook and livestreaming. Most music chosen by families is copyrighted and in turn kicks our live feed off with their Meta bots that search out infractions. So, we are still experimenting to see what works best because we have lost connection for several families and had no video to show for it. We are at the moment are trying a camcorder so that services are recorded and try and transfer them to Facebook. We will solve this so just be patient with us, sorry for the inconvenience.

04/03/2026

Lennon Ray Stroud, Sr.
Mr. Lennon Ray Stroud, Sr., 74, of Mullins, passed away following a brief illness, during the early morning of Friday, April 3, 2026, at MUSC Health Florence Medical Center, with his family by his side.
Ray was born on October 2, 1951, in Mullins, South Carolina, a son to the late Hubert Stroud and the late Adele Rogers Stroud and was adopted and raised by the late Virginia B. and Lonnie V. Stroud. Ray retired from City Financial, following many years of service in the Finace industry. Ray had grown up around the Mullins, Nichols and Marion communities, where he went to school, worked and made lifelong friends. Ray was fond of guitars. He loved to play them and collect them over the years. He also enjoyed fishing, whenever a chance presented itself to go, Ray was all for it. He also loved hanging out on the beach, especially with his sister, Kaydele. Ray loved and cherished his sons, grandchildren and great grandchildren, they were the world to him.
Ray is survived by his two sons, Lennon Stroud Jr. and his wife, Tonya, of Nichols and Christopher Stroud of Ft. Myres, FL; his grandchildren: Harley (Wesley) Williamson, Steven (Brooklyn) Johnson, Haley (Joshua) Alford, CJ (Sydney) Stroud, Scott (Payge) Alford, Alexander Stroud, and Ray Stroud; his great grandchildren: Ian, Riley, Madyson, Steven, Jr., Lillian, Charlie, Arabella, Keeley, Della, Emory, Weston, and Ellison; his siters, Kaydale (Gary) Rackley and Beth (Michael) Roberts; and several loving nieces and nephews.
Ray was predeceased by his brother, Randal Stroud.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, April 7 from 2:00 until 3:00 P.M. at Cox-Collins Funeral Home in Mullins.
A service for Mr. Ray will follow at 3:00 P.M in the Chapel of Cox-Collins, with the Reverend Dale Willoughby officiating. Mr. Stroud will be laid to rest following the service in Mayers Memorial Park Cemetery in Mullins.
A guestbook for Mr. Ray is available on our website and/or you may post to our page for the family.

04/02/2026

Julie Ann Stover
Mrs. Julie Ann Stover, 64, wife of Tony Stover, of Marion, passed away following a courageous battle with cancer, with her beloved husband at her side, during the afternoon of Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at her home.
Julie was born in Rome, New York on June 1, 1961, a daughter to the late Wanda Hawkins. She was a homemaker dedicated to her children, her husband and to decorating and maintaining every inch of her home. She was a loving soul who spread cheer and joy to everyone she met and places she ventured to. She loved having her personality come through in everything she did, from gardening and working in her flowers, decorating, cooking and drawing. Everything she touched had a little bit of Julie in it. Julie also loved horseback riding and especially taking care of her husband. She will be thought of and missed constantly.
Julie is survived by her husband of the home, Tony Stover, of Marion; her daughters: Jodi, Jessica, Jamie, and Jenna; her stepsons: Stepphan, Nicholas, Braxton, and Zack; and her sisters: Wanda, Traci, and Tammi; and her best friend, Diane Maletto.
A guestbook for Ms. Julie is available on our website, and you may post to our page for Julie’s family.
No services are currently planned.

03/28/2026

Eleanor Owens Martin
Mrs. Eleanor Owens Martin, 92, of Fork, passed away peacefully following a period of declining health while at Carlyle Senior Care of Fork, with her family by her bedside during the afternoon of Friday, March 27, 2026.
Mrs. Martin was born in Marion County, South Carolina, on August 18, 1933, the daughter of the late Robert Monroe Harrelson and the late Fannie Zurcher Harrelson. She was a retired Textile Supervisor and a full-time mother and grandmother. She loved to cook; it brought her great joy fixing and trying new dishes and recipes and to be able to feed people filled her heart with joy. She loved her Lord and her Bible. She was a member of North Mullins Baptist Church.
Mrs. Martin is survived by her three daughters: Gloria Shelley of Marion, Diane Treadway of Marion, and Martha Hyatt of Floydale; her grandchildren: Tony (Dawn) Shelley, L.P. Hyatt, Brandy (Chris) Allen, Tammy Hammond, Ashley Shelley, Shannon Hayes, Larry (April) Treadway, Jeffery (April) Bullard, and Robert Shane Bullard; 19 great grandchildren; 11 great great grandchildren; a sister, Gayle Sawyer of Mullins; along with nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Mrs. Martin was predeceased by her children’s father, Louis Bullard, her second husband, Jack Owens, her third husband, Clifton Martin; two brothers, Harvey Harrelson and Robert Harrelson, a son, Robert (Vicky) Bullard, her sons-in-law, Jimmy Shelley and Dank Hyatt, and a great grandson, Kyle Ammon Hyatt.
Visitation will be Sunday, March 29, from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. at Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
A graveside service for Mrs. Martin will be held at 11:30 A.M. on Monday, March 30, in Riverside Cemetery of Nichols, with the Reverend Art Ramsey officiating and services directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home.

03/25/2026

Johnny Coke Johnson
Mr. Johnny Coke Johnson, 86, of Mullins, passed away following a brief illness while at the Carlyle Senior Care of Fork, on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
Mr. Johnny was born in Dillon County, South Carolina, on April 16, 1939, a son of the late Coke Johnson and the late Flora Mae Register Johnson Hamilton. Johnny was a Truck Driver and had crisscrossed the nation delivering goods from coast to coast, up and down interstates. He enjoyed being on the road and seeing many sights and meeting people along the way. Johnny rode the road until he saw enough and retired to go full-time into his favorite hobby of fishing. Johnny loved to cast line and lure wherever he could to see what nibble he could get, but his absolute favorite place to fish was Santee. He would pack up and head down I-95 any given chance. Johnny was a loving father and grandfather, taking huge pride and joy in his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He loved people and always had a quick quip or little joke to make them smile.
Surviving Johnny are his children: his daughter, Sharon Bueno of Mullins; his son, Johnny C. Johnson, Jr. and his wife, Kim, of Mullins; eleven grandchildren; eighteen great grandchildren; two brothers, Steve Johnson and Ronnie (Cindy) Johnson; a sister, Joyce Bryant; and a sister-in-law, Abby Johnson.
Johnny was predeceased by his brother, Billy Johnson, a sister-in-law, Debbie Johnson, and a brother-in-law, Malcolm Bryant.
No services for Mr. Johnson are planned at this time, however, there is a guestbook available on our website, or you can post to our page for the family to see.

03/24/2026

Billy Brutus Harrelson
Billy Brutus Harrelson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and faithful servant of the Lord, was born on November 19, 1931, to Brutus Billy and Gladys Bryant Harrelson. From the beginning, Billy’s life was marked by devotion—to his family, his faith, and his community.
A proud graduate of Mullins High School in 1951, Billy went on to build a life defined by hard work, integrity, and service. He shared 55 beautiful years of marriage with the love of his life, Susannah Martin Harrelson, until she was called home to be with the Lord in 2007. Together, they raised two sons whom Billy loved deeply and guided faithfully: Steven Billy Harrelson (Lynn Norwood) of Hartsville, SC, and Martin Douglas “Marty” Harrelson (Pam McGee) of Darlington, SC.
Billy’s greatest joy was his family. He was a proud grandfather to Stephanie (Andy) Blankenship, Elizabeth (Tommy) Brunson, Caroline Harrelson, and Meredith Harrelson, and a devoted great grandfather to Beaux Blankenship, Savanna Blankenship, and Emery Brunson, each of whom held a special place in his heart.
Later in life, Billy was blessed again with love, sharing 10 wonderful years of marriage with Shirley Rogers McDonald Harrelson, until she too went to be with the Lord in 2019. He cherished his stepdaughter, Christy McDonald Berry, and his step grandchildren, Avery Berry and Kaylee Berry, all of Marion, SC.
Billy was preceded in death by his siblings: Audrey (Cliff) Batton, Irene (Billy Hoover) Harrelson, Dorolyn H. Moyle, and Larry “Bryant” Harrelson.
Billy retired from DuPont of Florence after 28 years of dedicated service and proudly served 23 years in the National Guard. He was a Past Master of Masonic Lodge 161 in Mullins and a faithful member of Gapway Baptist Church since 1961, where he served as a deacon for more than five decades. Even in retirement, Billy continued to work hard, owning and operating a small engine shop for 24 years.
Most importantly, Billy lived his faith daily. He actively participated in the Christian Fellowship Program at nursing homes and assisted living facilities, always eager to share kindness, encouragement, and the love of Christ. Billy truly loved the Lord, and he loved people. His life was a quiet, steady testimony—one of humility, service, and unwavering faith—and he strove every day to live in a way that honored God and set an example for others.
Friends and family are invited to share a celebration for Billy’s life on Saturday. March 28, beginning at 10:00 A.M. with visitation in the Christian Life Center at Gapway Baptist Church. A homegoing service will follow at 11:00 A.M. there in the CLC building with the Reverend Stephen D. Bailey and Pastor Will Jones officiating. Mr. Harrelson will be laid to rest in Red Hill Memorial Gardens Cemetery, under the direction of Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Christy with Agape Hospice and the compassionate staff at English Meadows in Hartsville for their exceptional care, comfort, and love during Billy’s final days.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Gapway Baptist Church,
2305 South Highway 41, Mullins, SC 29574.
Billy’s legacy lives on in the lives he touched, the faith he shared, and the love he gave so freely. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

03/18/2026

Billy Ray “Bill” Lawson
Mr. Billy Ray “Bill” Lawson, 74, husband of Pamela Hardee Lawson, of Mullins, gained his new body, free of hurt, during the early morning of Wednesday, March 18, 2026, with his family by his side at his home, following a lengthy period of declining health.
Bill, a loving husband, father, stepfather, and grandfather, was born in Harrisonburg, Virginia on April 10, 1951, a son of the late Ray Virgil Lawson and the late Evelyn Norine Casiday Lawson. Bill was a retired Heating and Air Tech and had served his Country through the National Guard of Virgina. Bill had many loves in his life, first and foremost was his wife and family, who Bill loved to spend time with. Other loves of Bill included carpentry work, he was good with his hands and tools and could build just about anything you could imagine. Working in his yard was in his top three favorites. He loved cutting grass and making sure his yard was well groomed, he took major pride in this, which led to his other pastimes of sitting in his chair under the shade tree admiring his work and sharing quiet times with his family, friends and his dogs. Bill will be missed deeply by all whose life he touched.
Surviving Bill in addition to his wife of thirty-four years and of the home, Pamela Hardee Lawson, are: his two sons, Scott Lawson and Travis Lawson; his stepdaughter, Kimberly Odom (Chance Bryant), grandson, Conner (Cora) Odom; great grandson, Carter Bryan Odom; his sister, Nancy Faye Lawson of Elkton, VA; along with other family members and close friends.
Bill was predeceased by his two sisters, Betty Berry and Carol Dean.
A private family graveside will be held this Friday in Calvary Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery in Nichols, with the Reverend Steve Powell officiating, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
A “Special Remembrance” for the love and care that Kim gave to Bill “Pops,” during his illness.
A guestbook is available on our website at Cox-Collins Funeral Home, and our Facebook is open for kind words to be left for the family during this difficult time.

03/12/2026

Lydia Beck Berry
Mrs. Lydia Beck Berry, 93, widow of Woodrow Berry, of Mullins, passed away at her home in Mullins, surrounded by her loving friends, during the mid-afternoon of Wednesday, March 11, 2025, under the supportive care of Patriot Hospice.
Mrs. Berry was born in Nurmberg, Germany on August 3, 1932, the daughter of the late Fritz and Anna Beck. She met Woodrow during his deployment to Germany, fell in love and accompanied him back to America where they married, built a home in his hometown of Mullins, and spent 47 wonderfully married years together. Ms. Lydia was a homemaker, where she indulged in making their home perfect, especially with her favorite color pink. She loved entertaining her friends who often spent time at their house, she developed many close friendships throughout the years. She loved to crochet and do word search puzzles. She adored animals. One of her favorite things to do was to go out to lunch or supper, whether with Woodrow or her friend group. She was particularly fond of T-Roy’s, Jimmy B’s and Margaret’s Lounge as her culinary getaways. Mrs. Berry was a godly lady and she worshiped daily. She attended Mullins-Marion Freewill Baptist Church where she loved the congregation as her own family, and they loved her back tenfold.
Mrs. Berry is survived by many close and dear friends to carry on her memory.
She was predeceased by her husband Woodrow, her Vater, Mutter, and her Bruder, Egan Beck.
Friends are invited to share visitation time for Mrs. Berry on Saturday, March 14, from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. at Cox-Collins Funeral Home in Mullins.
Services will follow at 2:00 P.M. there in the Chapel of Cox-Collins Funeral Home with the Reverend Thad Jacobs officiating and directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home. Mrs. Berry will be buried next to her husband in Red Hill Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Mullins following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Mothers Class c/o Mullins-Marion FWB Church, 214 Drew Rd. Mullins, SC 29574 or the Marion County Animal Shelter 123 Cat & Dog Ct., Mullins, SC 29574.

03/10/2026

Jimmy Dale Turbeville
Sunrise-May 9th, 1955 ~ Sunset-March 9th, 2026
Mr. Jimmy Dale Turbeville, 70, of Aynor, formerly of Mullins, passed away following a brief illness, with his family at his side, during the late evening of Monday, March 9, 2026, at MUSC Health Florence Medical Center.
Jimmy was born on May 9, 1955, in Marion County. Jimmy was the son of the late Frontis and Katherine Turbeville, and the brother of Eddie Clifton Turbeville, who passed away as a child. Jimmy loved motorcycles and being around people. He was a member of the Patriot Guard Riders who serves our military. He was a member of The Fellowship Rider, a motorcycle ministry group out of Florence. He loved giving a helping hand to those in need. Jimmy attended Mullins High School and Florence-Darlington Technical College. He worked for Anvil Knitwear for eleven and a half years. Following Anvil, Jimmy worked with AVM, where he retired following several years of service. Jimmy was also a member of the Mullins Fire and Rescue Department for eleven years.
Jimmy is survived by his cousins, Jamie and Rosie Strickland of Lake View, and several other cousins.
A graveside service for Mr. Jimmy will be held Friday, March 13, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. in Red Hill Memorial Gardens Cemetery of Mullins, with a procession to the cemetery with the Florence Chapter of the Patriot Guard Riders.
A guestbook for Jimmy is available on our website at Cox-Collins Funeral Home or you can leave words of kindness for the family on our page.

03/09/2026

Betty J. Owens
Mrs. Betty Louise Jones Owens, 92, widow of James Douglas Owens, of Marion, passed away following a period of declining health, surrounded by her loving family at her daughter's home in Myrtle Beach, during the morning of Sunday, March 8, 2026, under the care of Heartland Hospice of Myrtle Beach.
Mrs. Owens, a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, was born on September 13, 1933, a daughter of the late Joseph Houston Jones and the late Margie Griffin Jones, in Laurinburg, Noth Carolina. A devoted homemaker, Ms. Betty and Mr. James, built a home and raised a family in the Marion Community, instilling morals and values in their children and grandchildren to last lifetimes. Ms. Betty loved to cook. She made various recipes and confections she would share with her family and her church family. No one was left hungry on Ms. Betty’s watch. She enjoyed other hobbies throughout the years, from gardening in her yard and arranging flowers she grew and purchased, to swimming in her pool and looking for seashells at the beach. Mrs. Owens adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren and spent as much time as she could playing with and spoiling them. Mrs. Owens was a very devout Christian woman and followed and lived by the teaching of her Saviour every day. She helped establish two churches in Marion: Marion Church of God and Grace Community Church. She will be missed by all.
Mrs. Owens is survived by her children: her son, Jimmy Owens and his wife, Celestea, of Marion; and her daughter, Candace Huggins, and her husband, James, of Myrtle Beach; her grandchildren: Stacie (Lee) Lewis, Jamie Owens, Matthew Noelke, Chase (Kristin) Levy, Caylee (Kevin) Mills, Dakota Atkinson, Courtney (Jacob) Peters, Sydney Huggins, and Jake Huggins; her great grandchildren: Gavin Lewis, Haleigh Owens, Kennedy Mills, Reagan Mills, Emilia Levy, Rose Levy, Charlotte Peters, and Lily Peters; along with many extended family members.
Mrs. Owens was predeceased by a daughter, Crystal Cay Whitley, and a brother, Bill Jones.
The family will receive friends Wednesday afternoon, March 11, from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. at Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins.
Mrs. Owens’ service will follow in the Chapel at 2:00 P.M., followed by burial in Devotion Gardens following the service, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home.
A guestbook for Mrs. Owens is available on our website, or you may leave kind words for the family on our page.

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