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Elsie Cansler Graham, 87, of Loris entered into eternal rest on Friday, June 5, 2020. She was born on Feb. 28, 1933, in Edgefield, N.C., to the late Isaac Avery Cansler and the late Myrtle Ann Workman Cansler. She was married to the late Floyd Elmon Graham. The two made their living farming and after her husband’s death, she continued her produce garden as long as she was able. She always enjoyed seeing and visiting with her customers who came to buy her produce. She was a member of Loris First Presbyterian Church but attended Glendale Baptist Church after she …

On Tuesday, June 2, 2020, Ralph Patrick Phillips of North Myrtle Beach passed away peacefully at age 72 surrounded by his loving family. Ralph was born on Feb. 13, 1948, in Brighton, Mass. He proudly served during the Vietnam Conflict in the U.S. Army and worked 30 years for the telephone company before retiring to the North Myrtle Beach area in 1999. Ralph enjoyed golfing in his retirement, was an avid Boston sports fan and loved spending time with his family and many grandchildren. Ralph was preceded in death by his father, Wadleigh Phillips; his mother, Eileen (Linnane) Phillips; his …

Jon-Paul Hoffman, 46, of Little River passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2020, as a result of an auto accident. He was born on Dec. 5, 1973, in Washington, Ga, the son of Richard and Carol Guin Hoffman. Mr. Hoffman was a graduate of North Myrtle Beach High School Class of 1991. He is survived by his children, Gage Hoffman, Samantha Hoffman and Jon Ashton Hoffman, and his step-son, Tyler Long. He leaves behind his sister, Jennifer Hoffman Denard, along with her spouse Glenn and their two daughters, Heather and Adrienne. Mr. Hoffman resided in Little River most of his …

Kevin F. Hanley, 67, of Little River and formerly of New Jersey passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2020, at his residence after a short illness. Kevin was born in Jersey City, N.J., a son of the late Frank L. and Dr. Mildred Lutton Hanley. A proud alumnus of Pope John XXIII Regional High School in Sparta, N.J., he went on to attend Siena College in Loudonville, N.Y. Kevin was a fighter who overcame many complications throughout his life including cancer and two organ donations. Despite his many battles Kevin lived a full life. An avid fan of the New …

Carlos Arturo Sanz, 75, of North Myrtle Beach passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 21, 1944, in Camaguey, Cuba, he was the son of the late Luis and Georgina Sevilla Sanz. Carlos emigrated from Cuba in 1962. He began his career with General Motors on the assembly line and climbed the management ranks with over 39 dedicated years. He was a member of The Barefoot Residence Committee and enjoyed pickle-ball, golf, cycling and hosting “no-stress” family reunions. His world revolved around his wife, Peggy, his children and grandchildren, who he fondly referred to …

Earl Adams Jr., 72, of Loris passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2020. Born in Horry County, he was the son of the late Alton Earl Adams Sr. and the late Louraine L. Russell Adams. He was a veteran of the United States Army and served in the Vietnam War. Mr. Adams enjoyed fishing, farming, artwork and going to church. He attended New Life Community Baptist Chapel. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Betty Adams; one sister, Shirley Marlowe; and one brother, Robert Adams. Survivors include two brothers, the Rev. J. T. Adams (Mary) of …

Dolores A. Annunzi, 87, of Loris passed away on Monday, June 1, 2020. Mrs. Annunzi was born on Oct. 27, 1932, in Uniontown, Pa., a daughter of the late Steven and Pearl Shelott. She was compassionate, kind-hearted and always willing to help others. She loved the Lord and always saw the best in others. She loved animals, birds and gardening and was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She retired from the federal government after 30 years of service and was a former chaplain with Loris Hospital. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Harold Annunzi; …

Charles Joseph Seymour Jr., 62, of Loris passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2020, at McLeod Loris Hospital in Loris. He was born on Dec. 31, 1957, in Brooklyn, N.Y., to the late Charles Joseph Seymour Sr. and the late Marion Brady Seymour. Mr. Seymour retired from Jersey Central Power and Light as an electrician and was a Catholic. Survivors include his wife, Patricia Seymour of the home; three sons, Joseph Charles Seymour and fiancé Kelsie Umlauf of Manahawkin, N.J., Matthew John Seymour of Rindge, N.H., and Gannon Shanley of Wanaque, N.J.; two daughters, Laura Cabrera and husband Adrian of …

Patsy Rion Watson, age none of your business, of Loris passed away in the early morning hours of Monday, June 1, 2020, surrounded and survived by her five children, Sandra Ledford of Loris, Tracy Brewer of Wilmington, N.C.; Pam Menaker of Charlotte, N.C.; Michael Rion of Loris and Debbie Prince of Southern Pines. She adored and is survived by her big brothers, John P. Teague II of Charlotte and James R. Teague of Matthews, N.C.; and 14 grandchildren. Patsy was a force of nature and left those who knew and loved her simultaneously amused, frustrated, grateful and more whole. She …

Barbara June Hilburn of Loris passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2020, at her residence. Born on June 4, 1947, in Tabor City, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Bryant Jasper and Elneta Fowler Williams. Mrs. Hilburn was predeceased by one sister, Patsy Martin. She was a member of Cane Branch Baptist Church and a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister. Mrs. Hilburn is survived by her husband, James Vern “J.V.” Hilburn of Loris; one son, James Darryl Hilburn (Jacqueline) of Loris; one daughter, Dana Hilburn Tyree (Chris) of Orrstown, Pa.; four grandchildren, Cory Hilburn (Meagan) …