William Bob ("Billy") McCain

William Bob “Billy” McCain, 78, peacefully passed away on January 9, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 17, 1947, in Lancaster County, South Carolina, to the late Florie Shropshire McCain and the late Sammie J. McCain.

Billy was raised in a Christian household where strong religious values were instilled in him at an early age—values that guided his life, service, and character. He was educated in the Lancaster County School District where he attended Hillside High School.

A devoted servant of God, Billy was a faithful member of First Kershaw Baptist Church in Kershaw, South Carolina. Throughout his years of service, he held numerous leadership and support roles within the church, including Chairman of the Deacon Ministry, Sunday School Superintendent, and active member of the Usher Ministry, Trustee Ministry, Senior Choir, Men’s Choir, Finance Committee, Missionary Auxiliary, Gospel Choir, and Meals on Wheels. His dedication to his church family and community was unwavering.

Billy was united in holy matrimony to Mary Jane Wright McCain, and from their loving union, a beautiful family was created. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather who cherished his family deeply.

He was employed by Springs Industries for many years, where he worked diligently until his retirement. Outside of work and church, Billy enjoyed life’s simple pleasures. He was an avid boxing fan, loved watching westerns, reading, and spending time at the beach. Known for his handy skills, he had a special gift for repairing things and found joy in picking blackberries.

Billy leaves behind cherished memories with his wife, Mary Jane Wright McCain of Heath Springs, South Carolina; two sons, Billy James McCain (Elaine) of Lancaster, South Carolina, and Warren McCain (Renee) of Lancaster, South Carolina; two daughters, Deborah Ann McCain of Heath Springs, South Carolina, and Nerissa M. Pelham of Lancaster, South Carolina; a sister, Brenda J. Collins of Lugoff, SC, two brothers, Hazel L. McCain of Kershaw, SC, Gary T. McCain of Manning, SC, a sister-in-law, Dallas McCain, a brother-in-law, Rufus Wright of Charlotte, NC,  four grandchildren, four great grandchildren, along with a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

William Bob “Billy” McCain will be remembered for his faith, service, generosity, and the love he shared with all who knew him. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Hattie E. McCain, Mary L. Clark, three brothers, Wardell T. McCain, James A. McCain and Willie F. McCain.

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