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Carlos McSwain Obituary

Carlos Lamont McSwain was born October 22, 1982 to Samantha McSwain Stith and the late Kelvin Robbs in Cleveland County, NC. He passed away on Sunday, August 5, 2018 in Los Angeles, Calif.

Carlos was educated in the Cleveland County Schools system until his mother's acting career flourished and afforded her the opportunity to travel and tour with various stage plays and tours. Although she was pursuing her career, she ensured that Carlos was still obtaining the necessary education through a homeschool program headquartered in Greenville, SC.

Carlos loved music and at a very early age learned to play the drums. At an early age, Carlos played in different churches, quartet and other musical groups and stage plays. At the age of 8 years old, he was hired as the drummer with the touring stage production of "A Good Man is Hard to Find" with the late David Payton. He had the privilege to work with such artists as Aaliyah, Michael Jackson, Blackstreet, Usher, Tamar Braxton, Kelly Price, John P Kee, Snoop, and numerous other artists. He was also a beloved member of the band 1500orNothing.

Carlos was preceded in death by his father Kelvin Robbs; his maternal grandparents Mr. Carl and Mrs. Mildred Twitty McSwain and grandmother Catherine J. Jones.

Carlos leaves to cherish his fond memories: his parents, Kenneth L. and Samantha M. Stith, Hopewell, Va; his daughter, Zareha Carlece McSwain, Mount Holly, NC; brother, Tyronn Wilkins, Atlanta, Ga.; sister, Sumoria N. McSwain, Shelby, NC; aunt, Cathy O. Vinson (Richard), Shelby, NC; uncle, Darryl E. McSwain, Lillington, NC; grandmother, Lessie McSwain, Shelby, NC; grandfather, Linwood Jones, Petersburg, Va.; surrogate grandparents, Bishop John and Missionary Dianne McCluney, Shelby, NC; godmother, Pamela Harrison, Rutherfordton, NC; special friends, Monique Neal, Portland, Ore. and Christopher "Brody" Brown, Los Angeles, Calif.; a host of other relatives and friends; and the Music Industry of which he served faithfully and left his legacy.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 11, 2018 at 3:00 PM at Malcom Brown Auditorium with Bishop Dongrant McCluney, PhD officiating. Burial will take place at Sunset Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM until 3:00 PM on Saturday and at other times at the home of John and Dianne McCluney, 1222 Masonic Drive, Shelby. Condolences can be expressed online at www.enloemortuary.com.

Published by Shelby Star on Aug. 10, 2018.
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SAMANTHA AND KENNY ..
MAY THE LORD BLESS THEE AND KEEP THEE
MAY THE LORD MAKE HIS FACE TO SHINE UPON THEE
AND BE GRACIOUS UNTO THEE
MAY THE LORD LIFT HIS COUTENENCE UNTO THEE &
GIVE THEE PEACE
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN THIS YOUR TIME OF SORROW..

Donald & Sheena MASSENBURG

August 15, 2018

Rest in peace young King.
From Joc, Killian, and Mama Pat.

Patricia Maben

August 13, 2018

Peaceful Journey Los. You will forever be remember not just as the musician the world knew you as but as the friend, brother, and essence of a man that those who had the opportunity to enter your cipher knew so well.

Kevyn Nelson

August 12, 2018

My dear Friend Carlos, a beacon of light, full of magnetic energy, dripping, oozing, loaded with God given talent! What a tremendous and humble Man! Carlos taught me a lot on tour and made sure I was safe, and knowledgeable about the road! He respected realness and Southern hospitality! Also the love he had for his Mom and daughter was overflowing and beautiful! I miss you is an understatement Carlos! Thank you Heavenly Father for allowing Los in my life. I will cherish the memories of my close true friend!

Ceci Walker

August 12, 2018

I LOVE YOU FOR LIFE & IM KEEPING YOUR LEGACY ALIVE BRO!!!

Lamar Mars Edwards

August 11, 2018

Sending prayers and condolences to the whole family. Carlos was the most precious person and I thank God for sending him my way, forever in my heart ❤ Rest well Angel and don't stop playing those drums up there x love you forever.

Victoria Ksen

August 11, 2018

Praying for you, Samantha and family. So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the Lord.

Beverly Stroud Terry

August 11, 2018

Influential Percussionist. Legendary Drummer. Played with so much joy. Your career is so many dreams & wishes for drummers. God Bless You Lospic . Definitely one of the best to do it. Will be truly missed

Dominique Chester

August 10, 2018

Samatha: You have our deepest condolences in this time of need. Keep looking up & praying. God will never leave you nor forsake you. From Marilyn D Littlejohn, Dr. John ll , Nadine & Eboni, Lisa & Bria ,Roderick of Gaffney SC

August 10, 2018

Samantha words cannot express the sympathy and hurt that I feel in my heart for you. May God give you the inner strength to get through your loss.

Helena Toms

Family

August 10, 2018

Rest in heaven young man

Joe Hopper

August 10, 2018

Sending my prayers and love to the family. Carlos was such a humble person. He will truly be missed by many. He left a legacy and it will forever live on. Love you fam....

Carla Ellis

August 10, 2018

Samantha, we are praying for you and your family. May God strengthen you and give you peace and comfort. Remember, "Look unto the hills from when cometh your help".


Love you,

Earnest and Tropzie McCluney

Tropzie and Earnest McCluney

August 10, 2018

Samantha, I pray God will keep you as you celebrate your son. I am a distant cousin, wish I could have known him.
Betty G Dawkins

August 10, 2018

PRAYERS going up for the McSwain family!! We Love You..Mt Sinai Missionary Baptist Church (The Inspirational Choir).. Gaffney, SC

Michelle

August 10, 2018

Sending condolences to your family during this difficult time. Remember to be ABSENT from the BODY is to be PRESENT with the LORD.

Mamie Petty

August 10, 2018

Daphne Petty

August 10, 2018

Darin Burson

Friend

August 9, 2018

Samantha, Praying for the Love of God to wrap you tightly during your time of loss. He will never leave you or forsake you.
Elder Valorie Glenn

Valorie Glenn

Friend

August 8, 2018

Samantha I am so sorry for your loss of your precious son I remember the first time we. saw each other it was when you was my daughter case manger those some years ago time but every time we see each other I will ask what my little man doing and you would say growing and the next time you. say he a grown man now I am still in shock but he with God look down with a smile on his face May God bless you all and I will keep you and your family in my prayers and in my heart
STAY STRONG MY FRIEND

Bridgitt Adams

Friend

August 7, 2018

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