MANNING – Mack Edward Geddings, 69, husband of the late Hazel Ruth Goodlett Geddings, died Friday, March 19, 2010, at his home.
Born May 5, 1940, in Sumter, he was the son of the late Jim W. Geddings, Sr., and the late Dorothy Mae Brown Geddings. He was a United States Air Force veteran, a retired Clarendon County Sheriff’s Deputy, and was of the Baptist faith.
Surviving are a sister, Henrietta “Henri” Geddings and fiancé Thomas M. Nichols of W. Long Branch, NJ; a brother, Jim W. Geddings and friend Dot Ardis of Sumter; stepson, Marty Ramsey and wife Jennifer of Manning; two step grandchildren; and beloved Jack Russell “Peanut”.
A graveside service was held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 22, 2010, in Evergreen Memorial Park in Sumter, with the Rev. Dale Turner officiating.
Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers were law enforcement officers.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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CONDOLENCES
WHAT A LOSS FOR OUR NEIGHBORHOOD. IF THERE WAS A PERFECT NEIGHBOR, MACK WAS THAT PERSON. WE WILL MISS HIM DEARLY. OUR SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY, AND WE LOVED MACK. WE WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR PRAYERS. LYNNE, LEON, PAULA ROB AND ETHAN AND ALLEN.
From: LEON AND LYNNE COKER
When I entered my Law Enforcement years 32 years ago, Mack Geddings was one of my closet friends and mentor. I will truly miss Mack for he was truly a great Deputy Sheriff and a friend to all.I rejoice knowing that he is reunited with his beloved Hazel.
From: Jacqueline Blackwell
Dear Family,
I am shocked and saddened to learn of the death of Mack. He was a great Deputy Sheriff and friend at the Clarendon County Sheriff's Department when we all worked together during the term of my late husband, Sheriff T. J. Jackson. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Katherine Jackson McClam
From: Katherine Jackson McClam
J.W., and Family, So sorry to hear of Mack's death. He was truly a great man to know, and I am know he will be missed by all who knew him. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers. He is now with Hazel, and other family members and rejoicing in the Lord. May God's blessings be all of you at this time.
Janet Barkley, and Family
From: Janet Barkley
My thoughts and prayers are with the Geddings family.My mama and Mack were very good friends.Growing up in Manning everybody knew Mr.Mack.We will always have our memoories.
From: Linda SSmith
I knew and loved Mack and Hazel both for a long time. They were two of the nicest people that anyone could ever meet, they welcomed me into their home and family. Even though I had not seen either of them in a very long time, I thought of them often and missed them dearly. Now they are together again. Rest in peace the two of you.
From: Linda Goodlett George
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May Mac finally rest in peace.He was apart of our family for a long time he will be missed.May Mac and Hazel reunite once again in perfect health.
From: Goodlett family (Ed,Jen,Cambre,James jr)
I was very saddened to hear about Mack's passing. My father was Sheriff Jackson, and I certainly was so grateful to have known Mack. He was always so kind to my family and me. I enjoyed seeing him and talking to him. Being around him was so pleasant. He will certainly be missed. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you as you lean on Him for strength, comfort and peace as only He can ultimately provide best. We, my family and I, loved Mack.
Sincerely,
Terry Jackson Conant
