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Lovingood, Jr.
Spartanburg-- James 'Buddy' William Monroe Lovingood Jr., 79, died on Thursday, October 15 at his home. 'Buddy' was married to Mary Lovingood and was the son of the late James and Hester (Duncan) Lovingood, Sr.
Born in Spartanburg County, he served in the Army. After many years as Auto Manager at K-Mart, he opened up Scooter and Rascal Produce which he ran for 24 years from his yard with his wife. Known as the 'tomato man', many were supplied with fresh produce from his market.
He is survived by his wife, Mary; four children: sons Ray, William (wife, Kim), Eddie and a daughter, Glenda Kimbrell; a brother, Dennis and a sister, Nora Lee. Buddy has seven Grandchildren, three Great-Grandchildren and two special canine friends, Rascal and Pitty Pat.
Mr. Lovingood was preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters.
Visitation will be 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Monday, October 19, 2015 at Living Waters Funeral Home & Crematory, Lyman, SC. Graveside service will be 2:00pm Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at Fort Prince Memorial Gardens.
Online condolences may be left at: www.livingwatersfh.com.
Living Waters Funeral Home & Crematory
Lyman, SC
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Jennifer Weaver
October 28, 2015
Buddy brightened my day every time I stopped in for produce. I will miss him. Thinking and praying for you Mary.
robin ravenscroft
October 20, 2015
we will miss you uncle buddy love you so much give mom a kiss for me in heaven love you mary
SUSAN BAGWELL
October 19, 2015
Keeping you all in my prayers...So glad Daddy and I came by to see ya'll that Saturday before he got so sick...Just hate we didn't do it sooner.Susan and Jim Bagwell
Judy Cash
October 19, 2015
Dennis,
I am sad to read about your brothers passing. Please know that prayers are being lifted for you and your family.
Judy Cash/Advance America
SHIRLEY WOOD
October 18, 2015
Mary, Buddy is going to be missed, you both were great friends , loving people, Buddy said when the lord was ready, he was ready,and the lord called him home to be with him . I bet he is having a ball and the greatest time with the lord.Mary we love you and we are thinking of you.
Latonya/Eugene PRWC
October 18, 2015
We at PRWC will keep you in our prayers. May God continue to wrap his loving arms around you. Buddy had such a BIG heart. His name really defined him. He was such a loving person. Please call us if you need anything.
Easter Fisher
October 18, 2015
Mary, Sorry to hear about Buddy. He was a good friend and person.Have known him for a long time.
Mary and Becky Bender
October 18, 2015
My friend Buddy the pain is gone I know you are in heaven with Don I am here to help Mary through the loss of a wonderful husband.
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