Harold Hemming Obituary
Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home - Columbia on Nov. 26, 2025.
Harold Lloyd Hemming IV, affectionately known as Lil HL, was born on November 17, 2006, to Harold Lloyd Hemming III and Destany Garrett in Lexington County he was raised by his mom Jameka Hemming. He tragically departed this earth on November 21st 2025. Lil HL was loved by many. He was everybody's baby.
Lil HL was handsome with a one-of-a-kind smile, big bright eyes, and a huge personality. He was full of life and quickly became the center of his family's world. His family can share countless memorable moments with their charismatic, larger-than-life Lil HL.
Lil HL attended school in the Lexington County School District Two school system. He loved playing football and basketball, where he excelled in all sports. He also enjoyed video games, spending time with his family and friends, and letting his big personality shine wherever he went. From a young age, Lil HL was an aspiring rapper. As a little boy, he would stand in front of the family at gatherings, performing his raps and entertaining everyone. Music was a major part of his life, and he carried that passion with him as he grew.
Harold Lloyd Hemming IV leaves behind his father, Harold Lloyd Hemming III; his biological mother, Destiny (William) Garrett; his devoted mother, Jameka Hemming; his siblings, Eric I. Harwood, Nyla M. Harwood, Emanuel M Brown Jr., Jonas J. Garrett, Kamari Hemming, Aamir Hemming, King'sli Howell, Deante Hemming, Bailey Wilson, Rhiley Wilson, and Destiny Wilson; his grandparents, Harold and Aline Hemming, Willie (Elaine) Washington, Barbara Watson, Harold Lloyd Hemming I, Loretta (Chestnut) Hemming, Elliot Richardson, Rosa Washington; God Sister, Zavearria McCoy; three God Mothers, Dr. Nikki Golston, Jasmine Dixon, and Kawanna Montgomery; aunts and uncles, Lloyd G. Hemming, Andre (Candance) Marks, Major Turner, Ashley Scott, Asia Jay (Dwayne Rhodes), Dynasty (Tanisha) Anderson, April Barnett, Elliott (Betty) Richardson, Melissa (Leonard) Nesmith, Donna (Kevin) Smallwood, Terrence (Trish) Leggon, Pastor Ricky (Nicole) Brown, Veronica (Abdul) Freeman, Jacquelyne (Reginald) Shivers, Bonita (Philip) Reiter, Brenda Black, Melissa (Wheeler) Sweat, Vicky (Dale) Smith, Frank (Monica) Hemming, Stanley (Arlene) Hemming; Payton Johnston (Lil HL Girlfriend), a host of great aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who will forever cherish his memory.
Harold Lloyd Hemming IV was preceded in death by Dontrece Wilson (Uncle), Jerline Richardson (Grandmother), Ena Hemming (Grandmother), Scottie Chestnut (Uncle), Willicate Etheridge (Aunt), Jennifer Scott (Aunt), Brian Hemming (Uncle) Monique Williams (Aunt), Dauen Odem (Cousin)
Special thanks to his cousin Rosalind H. Brown for everything you did during this time in our lives. Her love, support, and dedication will always be remembered.
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