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Donald Shealy “Don” Elmore

Birth	:	12 Aug 1936 Gaffney, Cherokee County, South Carolina, USA
Death	:	4 Mar 2021 Gaffney, Cherokee County, South Carolina, USA
Burial	:	Oakland Cemetery, Gaffney, Cherokee County, USA
Coordinate	:	35.0597000, -81.6502991
Description	:	Donald Shealy Elmore passed away at his home of March 4, 2021. Don was born in Gaffney on August 12, 1936 to the late George and Mary Ruth Elmore. He was pre-deceased by Martha Parker Elmore, Amy Summerill Elmore, and his son, Donald Thomas Elmore. Today is a celebration as Granddaddy is reunited with these family members. Don was an only child but after his marriage to Martha, his family really grew to include his Mother-in-law (who loved him like a son), Sisters-in-law, cousins, uncles, aunts and Don was in the middle of all of us. He... Read More	Donald Shealy Elmore passed away at his home of March 4, 2021. Don was born in Gaffney on August 12, 1936 to the late George and Mary Ruth Elmore. He was pre-deceased by Martha Parker Elmore, Amy Summerill Elmore, and his son, Donald Thomas Elmore. Today is a celebration as Granddaddy is reunited with these family members. Don was an only child but after his marriage to Martha, his family really grew to include his Mother-in-law (who loved him like a son), Sisters-in-law, cousins, uncles, aunts and Don was in the middle of all of us. He loved being at Lake Lure or the beach. Many family vacations were spent in both places with Don taking the lead to teach us crabbing and shrimping, and how to pull skiers. He taught generations of family and friends to ski. He must have put hundreds of miles on his boat dragging us around the lake. He would then go inside and prepare the best meals ever. Another favorite place for Don was at Clemson University. He loved getting ready for a game, tailgating, wearing orange, cheering the football team on, and ending with a beautiful rendition of his Alma Mater. Don loved to laugh and many fun times were shared with family and friends during holidays, parties, and reunions. He never spoke unkindly about anyone. He was a true Southern gentleman and treated everyone with respect and kindness. He was gracious, empathetic, believed in and shared his faith, and cared about everyone. He loved his family and the memories we have will bring a smile to our faces for years to come. As one friend recently said, "Don was the kind of guy you hoped you would run into." Don graduated from Clemson University with a degree in textiles. He was also a proud member of the Clemson Tiger Band. He went on to have a successful career at Sun Chemical and Omnova. Don was a life-long faithful member of the First Baptist Church and an active member of the Anthony Hopper Sunday School Class. He is survived by June MacIndoe, a wonderful companion for the past two years; daughter Mary Peyton Elmore of Iowa; three grandchildren, Donald Thomas Jr. of Daniels Island, S.C., Abbey Caroline Elmore of Spartanburg, S.C., Harris Dale Hampton of Iowa and great granddaughter, Asrabellia of Iowa; his sisters-in-law, Mary Ella Parker Clark (Wayne) of Charlotte, N.C. and Gigi Parker Hamrick (Carlisle) of Gaffney. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived by his men's luncheon group The ROMEOS. Due to the Covid outbreak, a private burial will be held on Tuesday, March 9 at 10 a.m. at Oakland Cemetery with Rev. Tommy Huddleston officiating. In lieu of flowers, Don's family requests that donations be made to: Anthony Hopper Sunday School Class, First Baptist Church, 200 N. Limestone Street, Gaffney, S.C. 29340; Reverend Jane Matthews (June's daughter who also ministered to Don), Fox Island UCC, 726 6th Avenue, Fox Island Wa. 98333; or Hospice and Community Care, P.O. Box 993, Rock Hill, S.C. 29732 Published in The Gaffney Ledger on Mar. 5, 2021.

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Donald Shealy “Don” Elmore's memorial is located at: Oakland Cemetery, Gaffney, Cherokee County, USA.
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Donald Shealy “Don” Elmore death on 4 Mar 2021 in Gaffney, Cherokee County, South Carolina, USA
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Latitude: 35.0597000
Longitude: -81.6502991

Family Members:

Parent

George Thomas Elmore

(1912 - 1990)

Mary Ruth Shealy Elmore

(1916 - 2009)

Spouse

Martha Ann “Mimi” Parker Elmore

(1943 - 2013)

Children

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Coordinate: 35.0597000, -81.6502991

2. Dunton United Methodist Church Cemetery
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17. Draytonville Baptist Church Cemetery
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18. Beaverdam Baptist Church Cemetery
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22. Corinth Baptist Church Cemetery
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23. Blue Branch Baptist Church Cemetery
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