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Gary Culbertson Obituary

Gary Lewis "Cubby"

Culbertson

Fountain Inn

Gary Lewis "Cubby" Culbertson, age 76, of Fountain Inn, passed away on March 27, 2014. He was a son of the late Alva Ray and Rena Moore Culbertson of Woodruff, SC.

Cubby was a graduate of the University of South Carolina in Columbia and was an avid Gamecock fan. He retired from Michelin, was a U.S. Army Veteran, and was of the Methodist faith. He enjoyed playing golf and flying his model airplanes.

Surviving are his daughter, Donna Culbertson Page (Jeff) of Woodruff; and a granddaughter, Kristin Channing Stevens of Spartanburg. Also surviving is a sister, Jean Culbertson Branson (Phil) of Columbia; a brother, Joe Culbertson (Terry) of Mauldin; a sister-in-law, Annie Culbertson of Woodruff; and several nieces and nephews.

Mary Simms Gregory and family were special members in his life and brought him great joy and happiness over the last 18 years. Cubby was devoted to her grandchildren, Cog and Chloe Gregory.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Pamela Gault Culbertson; and a brother, Donald Moore Culbertson.

Cubby was a talented musician and was an original member of the Swingin' Medallions. He was best known for his contribution to the popular song "Double Shot." He loved to shag and spent a lot of time at the Bowery back in the day.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, April 1, 2014 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Cannon Funeral Home, Fountain Inn, to celebrate Cubby's life.

The families will be at their respective residences.

Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.cannonfunerals.com.

Cannon Funeral Home, Fountain Inn

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Published by The Greenville News on Mar. 31, 2014.

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Ronny Howey

September 19, 2021

I remember Gary's smiling happy face and him playing that guitar. Never knew he was a Swingin Medalion. I also knew his sister, Jean. I have a friend in Greenville - Pat Gault...wonder if he and Pamela are related?
--Ronny

April 2, 2014

He was thought a lot of by John Moore and Bobbie Pruitt. I am truly sorry. With Love always.

Jinny Harper

April 2, 2014

Donna my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May peace be with you always.

Butch & JoAnna Craig

April 2, 2014

Our thoughts and Prayers are with the family-RIP

Norman Tollison

April 1, 2014

Donna,we thought a lot of Cubby . He would often times stop by to talk with Nancy And I, he will be missed ..We are sorry for your loss

Catherine Courtney

April 1, 2014

Rest In Peace Mr. Culbertson.

Vickie McDowell Cipully

April 1, 2014

Another Great Musician has come to pass. I still have my Album of The Swinging Medallions. I remember him well always smiling, never seem to let anything worry him. Cubby you will be missed by all who knew you. Sending Blessings and Comfort to Your Family and Friends.

SHEILA Miller

April 1, 2014

Sympathy to all of Gary's family. I know your heart smiles, Donna, now that you have an assurance all is well with his soul.

Jennie Gault

April 1, 2014

Ginger and I will be eternally grateful to our loving brother-in-law for his love and support to our late sister Pam. As Pam's eyes failed her with diabetes, Cubby became her eyes. Nightly, he took her to ride for hours and their courtship was much like my late parents. Cubby and Pam shared a love for beach music and shagging. We were blessed to have Cubby's daughter Donna Page and her daughter Kristen Stevens come live with them back in the day. We created an extended family with all of them and they will forever be a part of our family. Cubby came by to see me shortly before his death and told me he had begun to fall a lot. His health was beginning to decline. Last week, on my mother's birthday, Cubby fell in his and Pam's kitchen and was found there. We will miss his ever-present smile ....RIP Cubby....With love and sympathy to Donna and Jeff Page and Kristen Stevens...our hearts go out to you... Jennie and Ginger and family

March 31, 2014

Cubby was a great guy and good musician; I played some music with him in a band back in the late 70's. He will be missed.

Donna Culbertson Page

March 31, 2014

I got to go 'visit' my daddy today.....he was asleep. He looked good and at peace. Trust me, there were many tears shed just out of selfishness, I know I can't expect him to wake up and hug me, wipe away my tears and tell me all will be okay. Instead, I looked at him and assured him there were too many folks 'up there' waiting on him.....after a few minutes my tears dried up and there was a moment of peace and comfort pass over me....it was 'Time'....'Daddy's time'.....he left me and went to be with the Lord and his family that passed before him. On the way home, Jeff, Kristin and I saw two rainbows on the horizon.....not one, but TWO! Daddy was saying he was okay and he was with his family who passed before him. He always said 'Never cry for me when I die, for I'm not dead, I will live forever with our Lord and he will always be with you and mine. My daddy was always my night in shining armor, he was my protector and the one who loved me unconditionally. He will be missed more than I could ever know. May he rest in peace and I hope I have many dreams of him on his new adventure. For one day, he will be there to greet me with open arms when my Lord calls me home.

Ray Brown, Police Chief Retired.

March 31, 2014

Will miss "Cubby" knew him a long time. Knew him and his friend Charlie Webber, who also was an original member of the Swigin Medallions,who were playing Double Shot of My Baby' Love. Remember when he an Pam were married. To all of his family, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to each of you. May God make smooth the path before you in the coming days ahead. Remembering a friend.

Marilyn Stoddard-Steen

March 31, 2014

I knew Cubby from way back. He was such a nice guy and fun to be around. I met him through his late wife, Pam, and my good friend,Pam's sister, Jennie Gault. May God Bless and Comfort the family in the days ahead.
Love, Marilyn Stoddard-Steen

March 31, 2014

My sincere condolences. May the God of Peace be with you and your family during this difficult time. Rom. 16:20.

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