Patricia McIlwain Clyburn

Patricia Ann Clyburn, 74, of Lancaster, SC, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. She was born on February 18, 1951, in Lancaster, SC, to the late Joseph Jackson and the late Mary L. McIlwain.

Patricia was a proud member of the Barr Street High School Class of 1970. She lived a life rooted in faith and love and was a dedicated member of First Washington Baptist Church, where she worshiped faithfully and touched many lives with her gentle spirit.

She was retired from Springs Industries, where she worked diligently and made lasting friendships. Patricia found joy in cooking, gardening, and fishing. She cherished time spent with family and was known for her warmth, generosity, and the special care she gave to those around her.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, William Clyburn; a sister, Pamela Paige; and three brothers, Aaron McIlwain, Timothy Jackson, and Phillip Jackson.

Left to cherish her memory are her devoted son, Keith Clyburn of Lancaster, SC; four sisters, Lorene Shaw, Sherrie M. Craig (Dennis), Terry M. Harris, and Betty Joe George, all of Lancaster, SC; four brothers, Robert McIlwain, Eddie McIlwain, Bobby McIlwain, and Larry McIlwain, also of Lancaster, SC; two grandchildren, Ke'Mon Clyburn and Kamil Clyburn of Lancaster, SC; and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and friends.

Patricia’s legacy of kindness, faith, and family will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

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