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Loyd McCracken Obituary

Loyd Thomas McCracken James Island - Loyd Thomas McCracken, 81, of James Island, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest Monday, September 13, 2021. His Funeral Service will be held cryptside Saturday, September 18, 2021, in Holy Cross Cemetery, 604 Fort Johnson Road, at 11:00 a.m. The family will receive friends Friday from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. in the J. Henry Stuhr Inc., Downtown Chapel. Loyd, was born September 9, 1940, in Marion, South Carolina, son of the late Boyd McCracken and Nellie Logan McCracken. He was the owner of McCracken Landscaping. Loyd is survived by his two sons: William Thomas McCracken (Denise) and Eddie B. McCracken (Chelle) both of James Island, SC; five grandchildren: Tiffany McDowell (Sam), Ryan McCracken (Beth), Chandler McCracken, Noah McCracken and Carolina McCracken; two great-grandchildren: Rylie McCracken and Easton McCracken; sister, Juanita M. Canty of North Charleston, SC; two brothers: Bruce McCracken of James Island, SC, and Alpha McCracken of Johns Island, SC; and his significant other, DeLane Wilson. Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Sep. 14 to Sep. 15, 2021.

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Me

February 14, 2023

Happy Valentine's Day in Heaven Loyd

Me

September 8, 2022

Tomorrow is your birthday an you are not here with us but you are thought of often.
Happy birthday in heaven

Me Me

May 30, 2022

You were so loyal I know your only love was Jennette I know this 1st hand. Everyone is so proud of what you accomplished today being memorial day I think of you and what you left me. My thoughts and prayers are with Tommy,Eddie and their families I'm sure today will be a tough one Loyd loved family gatherings. Know always Loyd is always with you.

Me

January 29, 2022

Loyd,
You are so missed

Claire and Micheal

October 29, 2021

We heard of Loyd's passing through a wonderful woman and Loyd's significant other Delaney. We are e so heartbroken. Loyd will be missed so much. Delane, you were the love of his life. I know you will miss him terribly. He depended on you so much in his life and you were always there for him. You all are in our hearts and prayers.

Pam

October 6, 2021

Lloyd,
you were always someone special. God had you
a special place picked out. Rest In Peace My Friend

Val Brown

September 17, 2021

Just wanted to say how much this man meant to me. I have lost some one I cared so much about. What a true gentleman loud was. He loved his family dearly. I hope to see him again one day Love you man. Bye for now.

Colin Campbell

September 16, 2021

Loyd was one of a kind !! I learned so much from him. When I first started out in business, Loyd taught me what it meant to give your word and handshake to the people you work with.
He always said , no matter what the problem may be, it will work out !! And it always did
I am so glad I was able to spend time over the last few months with Loyd fishing with my grandson at the lake. We shared a lot of memories and had some great laughs. I think we even solved all the problems in the world during our talks or at least we thought so ,lol
When I told my grandson about Loyd's passing,Cohen said he was such a nice man. That he was !!
Rest In Peace my friend
Colin Campbell

Richard Aldret

September 16, 2021

Like all the McCracken men Lloyd always had a smile and a playful nature and it is very sad to learn of his passing.
Although i will not be able to attend his services due to my own Covid battles I wish to convey my deepest sympathies to the family.
Rest in peace friend.

Rick and kids.7

Terri Pirkle

September 15, 2021

I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Loyd's passing. I remember all the family get togethers and oh my all the delicious food. He was a very kind and caring man. Loved that smile. He will truly be missed by all. Praying for the family.

Rachel & Lester Cannon

September 15, 2021

Loyd was such a loyal dedicated FAMILY man.He loved them with all his heart and soul. It was returned wholehearted from everyone that knew him. A large gathering of all members was a great gift to him! His heart was always in the right place. He will be so so missed by everyone who knew him. Rest In Peace my brother n law!

Rodney Grooms

September 15, 2021

The Good Lord called upon a good one. Mr. McCracken was more than a friend to me. Every time that we spoke on the phone or saw each other we were always laughing and joking about Chevy's, Ford's , those dang Gamecocks and a lot of other things. I would always reminded him that it was those Chevrolets that he trusted to go to work to make him money so he could afford to drive them Fords. We also talked about his family and his grandchildren especially; he was very proud of y'all. Mr. McCracken, I Love You and you will always be in my Heart and Memories. God Bless you Sir!

Lorne Peterson

September 14, 2021

My memories and learning how to work and sweat and be a man Uncle Lloyd comes to my memory. When I think about making it through a hard day he comes to mind of pushing through those truths I learned as young man that I take with me.

Ed Howell

September 14, 2021

I knew Loyd only from morning meetings at McDonalds where he could tell some wild stories and keep us all laughing. I shall miss him and extend my sincere condolences to his family and friends.

Mona Gordon

September 14, 2021

My prayers are with you an your family .my x husband use to work for him .I remember him so well .he was a very sweet man .

Lisa Peterson-Chaves

September 14, 2021

Our deepest condolences for the passing of Uncle Loyd. After Mom's funeral, he hugged me and said to call him if I needed anything. That's the man he was. I know your hearts hurt. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

J. Henry Stuhr Inc. Downtown Chapel

232 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC 29401

Sep

18

Interment

Holy Cross Cemetery

604 Fort Johnson Road, James Island, SC 29412

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