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Lunnette Chastain Kinard Obituary
Lunnette Chastain Kinard
Folly Beach - Lunnette Chastain Kinard, 91, of Folly Beach, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, after a long illness. She died peacefully.
Born on October 8, 1934, in Coolidge, Georgia, she was a daughter of the late Eula Chastain and Lois Andy Chastain.
Lunnette was known for her fun and funky personality and her creative spirit. She was a local artist and an accomplished business manager. For many years, she operated Chastain's Cottages on Folly Beach, the oldest vacation rental company on the island, established in 1941. Deeply connected to the Folly Beach community, she also held the title of Miss Folly Beach in 1958.
Lunnette is preceded in death by Eula Chastain (Mother) and Lois Andy Chastain (Father).
Lunnette is survived by Alicia Kinard (Daughter).
A Celebration of Life service is being planned for a future date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pet Helpers Adoption Shelter and Spay/Neuter Clinic, Charleston, South Carolina https://pethelpers.org/.
Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at mcalister-smith.com/.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to McAlister-Smith Funeral and Cremation – James Island,347 Folly Rd, Charleston, SC 29412, 843-614-8494.
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Kim Fairey Kearns
February 1, 2026
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Miss Folly Beach, Ms. Lunnette. What fond memories growing up spending summers at the beach with the Chastains next door. She always had a fun story, loved seeing our children when we visited. Her banter with Jim was always a delight! Alicia, sending love, hugs and prayers to you. Kim and Jim Kearns.
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