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James Rabon Obituary
Mr. Rabon was born in Columbia, South Carolina, a son of the late James W. and Mary Laura McDonald Rabon. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Conway. Mr. Rabon was a U.S. Marine Corp veteran, and was a member of the Columbia Masonic Lodge, Columbia. He was predeceased by his first wife, Ann Permenter Rabon; a brother, Owens A. Rabon; and his stepmother, Lonnie Blackwell Rabon.
Surviving are his wife, Eunice Causey Rabon of Conway; two sons, Robert Thomas Rabon of Boston, Mass. and Daniel Gregg Causey of Greensboro, N.C.; two daughters, Karen Rabon Eckford and her husband, William J. Herbert, of Camden and Dana Lynn Causey Cox and her husband, David, of Conway; one brother, Walker A. Rabon of Columbia; five grandchildren, Kelly Eckford Orton and her husband, Al, Captain James Robert Rabon and his wife, Melissa, Katherine Elizabeth Rabon, Briana Victoria Cox, and David Harrison Cox IV; and two great-grandchildren, Helen O'Neal Orton and James Benjamin Rabon.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 23, 2008 at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, with the Rev. Bob Guffey and the Rev. Rocky Taylor officiating. Burial will follow in Florence National Cemetery, Florence. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.
A guest book is available at goldfinchfuneralhome.com or at MyrtleBeachOnline.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mercy Hospice of Horry County, P.O. Box 50640, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579; or to the Growing Strong Building Program, c/o First Baptist Church, 603 Elm Street, Conway, SC 29526.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Rabon
Mercy Hospice & Palliative Care
December 30, 2008
The staff and volunteers of Mercy Hospice & Palliative Care wish to express our deepest condolences to Mr. Rabon's wife, children, and family. Thank you for the thoughtful and lovely memorial fund that you so graciously established in Mr. Rabon's memory. We pray that you will find comfort and peace during this difficult time of sorrow and some small measure of solace knowing that gifts received in his memory will help us continue our mission and calling to comfort all those in need within our shared community. Please do not hesitate to call upon us if your family is in need of any assistance or support.
John, Tasha & Corbyn Gaddy
December 30, 2008
Mrs. Eunice,
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Rabon's passing. May God comfort you and the family in the days ahead. We love you!
Eunice c Rabon
December 22, 2008
Baby, I will miss you and all the wonderful times we have shared. Heaven has gained a wonderful person. Thank you for being so loving and kind to me and my family. I Love You, Eunice
Steve Coble
December 22, 2008
Gregg,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your mother. I hope you and your family can have some Christmas Spirit as he would have wanted you too.
God Bless,
Steve Coble
O'Maley Wright
December 22, 2008
Mrs.Eunice,
I am so sorry for the loss of MR.Rabon. I know he was a special man you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, O'Maley Wright
Eugene Causey
December 22, 2008
Eunice,
Nelle and I are praying for you and the family in this time of grief. We miss you all and hope to see you in the near future.
Write to us when you get time.
Patty McDonald Threatt
December 22, 2008
So sadden To know that Don had passed away.I know I can't come to the funeral but will try to make it to Florence for the burial. We were first cousins, but never had the chance to know each other.
Lewis & Jeanne EDWARDS
December 22, 2008
We never are prepared for the loss of a loved one no matter when deaths angel is called down to take them home. It is difficult to comprehend that we are here again to comfort you in your loss. We share the joy of knowing that Don is at peace in this joyous season with our Saviour. We feel that Don was a part of our family. Like Gregg said, he fit right in and took up where Danny left off. Eunice, we have always thought of you as a sister. Gregg and Dana you are special to us. Don's children and family, you have our prayers to comfort you in the loss of a father, grandfather, brother and friend. We hope to be at the funeral to visit with you also.
But it seems you will remember the message better if it is written. God Bless you all, we love you.
Ronald Alford
December 22, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Martha Adams
December 22, 2008
God creates us all as good, kind caring and loving people. Don Rabon remained exactly as God originally created him throughout his life. He was one of the truly finest people I have ever known and loved. It was a privilege to be a part of his extended family. Heaven has recieved a WONDERFUL new addition. He will certainly be missed on earth.
Gregg Causey
December 22, 2008
Don,
You were an angel that was sent into our family for what seemed like such a short period of time. From day one, it was like you had been a family member for a life time. I can never thank you enough for being the best husband and campanion to my Mother and for treating her like a princess. I always felt completely secure knowing that you were taking care of her and that she had the best life could offer. I was proud to call you my 2nd Dad. It was certainly an honor in my life to know you. I will miss our conversations, the times we spent together and for you always being concerned with what was going on in my life. I miss you but I am comforted in knowing you are no longer sick and are in a much better place. I Love You!
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