Cecil L. Weaver, Sr.

Cecil L. Weaver, Sr. age 88 passed away Monday, September 27,2021 at his residence.  
Born in Darlington on July 5, 1933, Cecil was the last surviving child of the late Henry Grady Weaver and the late Maggie McElveen Weaver. Cecil was a graduate of St. John’s High School class of 1952. He served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War and then went to work as an electrician for the former Dixie Cup Plant for over 30 years. He was an active member of Central Baptist Church and was active with the American Legion Post 13. Cecil was a devoted husband and family man and was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.  He enjoyed watching high school sports, was a Carolina Gamecock fan and enjoyed taking Sunday afternoon drives with his family. 

Surviving are his children, Cecil L. “Vernie” (Rella) Weaver and Terri Ann Weaver, grandchildren: Paige (Peter) McEachin, Drew (Caroline Green) Weaver, and great grandchildren: Margaret, Mary Lawrence, and Miles “The Boy”.  Also, his 2 special canine companions, Mousse and Max. 

Cecil was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Patricia “Patsy” Jernigan Weaver, brothers: Franklin and H.G. Weaver and sisters: Georgie Jordan, Juanita Weaver, Sullie Lane, Christine Hursey and Elaine Williams. 

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 Thursday, September 30th at Central Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Grove Hill Cemetery with military honors. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 pm on Wednesday at the funeral home.  

Memorials may be made to Central Baptist Church 512 Spring Street, Darlington, SC 29532 or a charity of one’s choice. 

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