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Dorothy L. Vaught

1941 - 2025

BORN

1941

DIED

2025

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Columbia, South Carolina

Dorothy Vaught Obituary

Dorothy L. Vaught

January 27, 1941 - April 1, 2025

Columbia, South Carolina - Dorothy L. Vaught, 84, of Columbia passed away on April 1, 2025. Born on January 27, 1941, in Georgetown, SC, she was the daughter of the late John Henry and Ezzie Lawson.

Dorothy, a loving mother and grandmother, was predeceased by her husband, LeRue Olen Vaught. Dorothy is survived by her children, Rhonda (Terry) Hunter, Robbin Spivey, Randy Vaught, and Rachel (Will) Miller; and grandchildren, Philip Hunter, Jim (Mary Kate) Spivey, Jr., Matthew Hunter, Nicholas Vaught, Ashley Spivey, Trayton Miller, and Griffin Miller.

A graveside service will be held at Greenlawn Memorial Park on Friday, April 11 at 11 a.m.

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Published by The State from Apr. 4 to Apr. 9, 2025.

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Sherry McCormick Vaught

April 6, 2025

Nana as I called her when I was married to Randy, was the sweetest of women. She accepted me and my son into the family with love and kindness. We had fun together just going to the thrift stores. Occasionally we would go on vacation together. I loved her very much, as did Nick. It´s so hard to lose a parent. I know that her children will miss her so much. My heart goes out to you all. Love and prayers.

Angie

April 5, 2025

Robbin, Rhonda, Randy, Jim and Ashley, I was so sorry to hear about Mrs. Vaught. I have many memories of her kindness and love for her family. I hope she is enjoying her time above in a beautiful "spin around dress"

Rhonda Vaught Hunter

April 5, 2025

You and Dad raised us well. We always knew we were loved and you never allowed us to get away this things. I love you and miss you. I know Dad was waiting for you. Have a blessed afterlife. We will see you again one day.

Johnnie M Baxley

April 5, 2025

Aunt Dorothy I love you and will miss you dearly.. My thoughts and prayers are with the family..

Deborah Watts

April 4, 2025

Robbin Ashley, Jim, Mary Kate

Thought and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time .

Deb Watts

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Graveside service

11:00 a.m.

Greenlawn Memorial Park

SC

Funeral services provided by:

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845 Leesburg Rd, Columbia, SC 29209

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