Mr. Craig Jeffcoat

Mr. Craig Jeffcoat obituary, Columbia, SC

Mr. Craig Jeffcoat

Craig Jeffcoat Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Myers Mortuary & Cremation Services at Alpine Road on May 6, 2023.

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Craig Jamal Jeffcoat, affectionately known as "CJ," was born on August 7, 1990, in West Columbia, South Carolina to Terry Rivers and Janet Thompson. He departed this earthly journey on May 1, 2023.
Craig was educated within the Lexington County Public School System and at Airport High School.
In 2016, Craig was baptized in living water under the leadership of Bishop Dennis Gadson Sr., and Pastor Jacqueline Gadson where he served faithfully under their ministry in various capacities.
Craig was employed at Cellular Plus in West Columbia, South Carolina for many years and was always willing to lend a helping hand to others.
Craig dedicated his life to his family, loved ones, and community. He was a great husband, father, son, and brother. Such a humble man indeed.
Craig was preceded in death by his father, Terry Rivers; and step-father, Keith Thompson.
Craig leaves to cherish memories to his loving wife, Catherine Dione Jeffcoat; five children, Madyson Sumter-Bolar, Kameron Sumter, Samara Jeffcoat, Craig Jamal Jeffcoat, Jr., and Kristan Sumter; mother, Janet Thompson, brother, Christian "DJ" Jeffcoat; two sisters, Marcella Thompson and Nikki Glover; and a host of other loving relatives and friends.

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