Ernest Rawlins Jr.

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Greenville, South Carolina

Ernest Rawlins Obituary

Ernest Linwood Rawlins, Jr., 85, of 220 Sandpiper Way, husband of Kathryn Patrick Rawlins, died Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at Greenville Memorial Medical Center.
Born in Danville, VA, he was the son of the late Ernest Linwood Rawlins, Sr. and Nan Lee Oakley Rawlins.
Mr. Rawlins started his photography business in Greenville in 1947 and was a member of the Professional Photographers of America and the SC Professional Photographers Association.
He was a member of Buncombe Street United Methodist Church, the Greenville Civitan Club and was a veteran of the United States Army Air Corps having served during World War II.
Surviving, in addition to his wife, are a daughter, Anne Rawlins Garrett and husband, Buzz, of Greenville; two sons, E. Patrick Rawlins and wife, Ann, of Greenville and Sgt. First Class Lee O. Rawlins of Naples, Italy; a brother, James E. Rawlins of Gray Court; and four grandchildren, Lindsey W. Bates, E. Patrick Rawlins, Jr., Maggie M. Rawlins and Kate E. Rawlins.
Memorials may be made to Buncombe Street United Methodist Church, 200 Buncombe Street, Greenville, SC 29601.
Visitation will be held Saturday, March 20, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown. A memorial service will be held Sunday, March 21, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Buncombe Street United Methodist Church.
The family will be at the residence.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com.

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Published by The Greenville News on Mar. 19, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Ernest Rawlins

12 Entries

missy williams

April 3, 2010

Kathryn, Pat, Anne and Lee,
I was so sorry to hear about Ernest. Kathryn, you and Ernest were such a big part off my life for so long when I worked with all of you at the studio. The studio was still in the old Belk building when I first met all of you! Ernest provided a great deal of valuable guidance and taught me important life lessons that still influence and contribute to the person I am today. He used his gift as a photographer to highlight the beauty and grace of "real" life.
Missy Williams
Pawleys Island, SC

Cathie Starr

March 26, 2010

Mrs Rawlins

I am so sorry for your loss. You and Mr. Rawlins were one of the sweetest couples I had met and he will be greatly missed.

Cathie Starr

March 21, 2010

Ernest was a dear friend and will be greatly missed.Our weekends with Ernest
and Kathryn will always be cherished.We
know he is in a better place and if God wills we all will be together again someday.Our condolences to Kathryn and her family.

Love,
Janet & Buddy Chandler

Pat Owens

March 21, 2010

Even though I did not work with Ernest personally, it was an honor to be a part of the Ernest Rawlins Photography family. My deepest condolences to Kathryn and the rest of the Rawlins family.

March 20, 2010

Evelyn and I have known Ernest and Kathryn for over 50 years. The first time we met Ernest he made us feel as if he had known us all of his life. That is the way Ernest lived his life. People enjoyed being around him. His professional conduct and reputation should be a role model for all of us. Kathryn our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Otto and Evelyn Morgan
Greenville, SC

March 20, 2010

Mr. Rawlins took my picture when he first started in Greenville. It was made into a bookmark for the Greenville Public Library. I still have the dress in which the picture was made and a couple of the bookmarks. He later made pictures of my children. He was one of the photography masters and his work lives on in many homes. He was a fine gentleman. May your wonderful memories of him give you comfort in the coming days.

Alan and Wanda Kay

March 19, 2010

So sorry to hear of your loss. Alan, Shelly, Abbey and I will always remember his gentle spirit. He was wonderful in working with our girls each time he photographed them. We always enjoyed his company when he came to visit us in the restuarant. There are many people who will have lasting memories thanks to him and his great photography. God bless you Kathryn and the rest of your family during this difficult time. Alan and Wanda Kay

David Allen

March 19, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

March 19, 2010

Ernest Rawlins was an authentic Southern gentleman who took my son's annual birthday picture from infancy until late teens, always remembering our different yearly themes and rising to the occasion. We loved his shots still displayed prominently in our homes and loved him. His name on a photograph means quality and will always reflect happy moments of childhood and family to us. God bless his lovely family and him. Respectfully, Kathleen Jennings Gresham

March 19, 2010

I am not a very photogenic person, but Ernest Rawlins took the best picture of me I ever had! My only regret is that I broke up with the fellow I sent it to! He was a true master of his art! PT Greenville, SC

Pat & Bill Palmisano

March 19, 2010

Mr. Rawlins started taking pictures of my family when I was in high school and we considered him our "family" photographer. He took pictures of my wedding and later pictures of my children, and other family photographs. He was a wonderful person and a superb photographer and he will be missed. Our sincerest condolences to his wife and family.

The Palmisano Family
Bertie Sewell

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