Dorothy Jackson Samuel

It is with an heavy heart that we announce the passing of Mrs. Dorothy Samuel.

Mrs. Samuel passed away on Monday, June 9, 2025 at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence, SC.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at

2078 E. Paces Trail, Darlington, SC.

Arrangements will be announced by Davis Funeral Home, LLC of Hartsville, SC.

At a time such as this the words of the Apostle Paul seem fitting:

“The time has come for my departure. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for His appearing.”                                                                   2 Timothy 4:6-8

Mrs. Dorothy Jackson Samuel passed away after a brave journey with cancer, she showed remarkable strength and courage throughout. On Monday June 9, 2025, illness lost its strength at McLeod Regional Medical Center and grace appeared. In all reality we are here today, not because Dorothy has passed away, but because she lived, and now has heard the words that all children of God long to hear... “Well done good and faithful servant!”

Dorothy was born March 2, 1949, to Calvin Lee Jackson and Jessie Mae Black Jackson. Dorothy received her formal education in the public schools in Darlington County. She graduated from Butler High School with the graduating class of 1967. Dorothy received her post-secondary education at Florence Darlington Technical College where she earned an associate’s degree in early childhood. Dorothy’s employment journey began as a housekeeper for Norwood Baskins during her youth years. In her adult years, she was employed by Legg’s Products (Sara Lee Hosiery) for over thirty years. Later, she was employed by McLeod Health Child Development Center where she worked for over twenty years until her retirement.

Early in life, Dorothy heard the call of Jesus Christ and made the decision to give her life to follow Him. She was a lifetime faithful Presbyterian. Her attributes to the upbuilding of the kingdom of God included Elder Commissioner to New Harmony Presbyterian Women, Presbyterian Youth Advisor, as well as Ruling Elder at Mt. Pisgah Presbyterian Church, Morning Manna Ministry, and Hamilton Tent 171.

Dorothy embraced life to the fullest. She loved interior decorating. She was an avid shopper. She enjoyed attending church functions, down home cook meals, and dancing. She also found joy in traveling and she was an avid beach goer.

Dorothy was preceded in death by Calvin Lee Jackson, Jessie Mae Black Jackson, Calvin Jackson Jr; Stanley Jackson, Levander Robinson, Cathy Robinson, and Eric Johnson.

Surviving to cherish her fond memories are children Kimberly (Plutarco) Chavez, Bahama NC; Burnard (Shannon) Samuel, Burlington NC; Netanyia Samuel, Hartsville SC; and Tonyel Jackson, Darlington SC; nine grandchildren and ten great- grandchildren; three brothers Kenneth Jackson, Baltimore MD, Curtis Scott, Society Hill, Michael Jackson, Hartsville SC; seven sisters Teresa Jackson, Yolanda Robinson, Nadine Robinson, and Cynthia Robinson all of Hartsville SC; Latoya Witherspoon and Keisha Fields of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; Sandra Robinson, Atlanta GA; Pansy (Willie) Brown, Richmond VA and Teresa (Gerald) Johnson, McBee SC; very close cousin Ethel Mae Jackson; best friend Helen Stevenson; a host of nieces, nephews, other close relatives and friends.

Throughout her life, Dorothy embodied kindness and compassion. Her selflessness and generosity knew no bounds, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of friends and family alike. Her legacy of love will be cherished by all who had the privilege of sharing in her journey.