JARVIS A. MCCRAY

Jarvis Antonio McCray, 39, departed this earthly life on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2019, at Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital in Sumter.

Born on Sept. 23, 1979, in Sumter County, he was the son of the late Sidney Jackson and Azalee McFadden McCray.

He attended the public schools of Sumter County and was a graduate of Sumter High School.

He was a passionate hair stylist for more than 20 years.

"PaPa" or "Pa," as he was affectionately called, was loved and adored by many. He was well known in the community for his passion for fashion and his big personality.

He leaves to cherish his memories two brothers, Richard McCray (Charlina Lacosta) and Maurice Dicks; three sisters, Lasonya Davis (Shawn Davis), Joyce Lee and Marvell Flaughter of Georgia; a special niece, Nayla Davis and 10 other nieces; a special nephews, Iverson Nelson and six other nephews; a best friend, Shirl Wilson; and a host of grand nieces and nephews, other relatives, friends and clients.

The family will receive relatives and friends at the home, 8 Shuler Drive in Sumter.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday at New Covenant Presbyterian Church (USA), 907 Legare St. in Sumter, with Dr. Ella F. Busby officiating and serving as eulogist.

The remains will be placed in the church at 1 p.m.

Burial will be in the New Covenant (Martin Town) Presbyterian Church Cemetery.

Services are directed by the management and staff of Williams Funeral Home Inc., 821 N. Main St. in Sumter.

Online memorial messages may be sent to the family at williamsfunerhomeinc.com.

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