Jeffrey Curtis South

Jeffrey Curtis South obituary

Jeffrey Curtis South

Jeffrey South Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home and Crematorium on Aug. 15, 2025.

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Jeffrey Curtis South, 35, passed away Monday, August 11, 2025.
Born May 25, 1990, in Paoli, IN, he was the son of George Curtis South and Angela Sparrow. Mr. South was one of a kind, who left behind many friends. He enjoyed listening to music, loved to draw, was an avid tattoo artist and loved fast cars. His passion was cooking for his many customers down at Myrtle Beach.
Survivors include his parents of Indiana; two sisters, Kayleen South, Jessica South; one brother Steven South, and many stepbrothers and stepsisters; two nieces, Kayden and Lorilyn. He left behind a fiancée, Ashley Ardis, and her little girl, Bailey Ardis, whom he loved and adored.
There will be a private service at a later date.
Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home and Crematorium of Sumter is in charge of the arrangements.

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