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2017
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Benjamin Heath Obituary
He was born March 3, 1952, in Lancaster, a son of the late Gilbert Brown Heath Jr. and Frances Wilkes Heath.
Mr. Heath finished high school at Lancaster and then attended the University of South Carolina, where he graduated with a bachelor's degree in finance. During his working years, he was the owner of Heath Tool Company. He was a loving husband and father and was a dedicated member of First United Methodist Church of Lancaster. Mr. Heath enjoyed playing golf and working outdoors. He loved college football and was an avid Clemson fan.
A service to celebrate the life of Mr. Heath is 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 15, at First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Charles Phillips officiating.
The family will receive friends following the service at First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Burial will be private.
Mr. Heath is survived by his wife, Myrna McManus Heath of Lancaster; a son, John D. Heath of Lancaster; a daughter, Haley F. Heath of Lancaster; a brother, Gilbert B. "Gil" Heath III of Lancaster; one nephew; and two nieces.
Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 608, Lancaster, SC 29721.
Notes to the family may be made at www.lancasterfuneralhome.com.
Lancaster Funeral Home & Cremation Service is serving the family of Mr. Heath.
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
Matt Goebel
January 19, 2017
Always a big grin and a great guy! Introduced me to commodities while I waited on emergency tools. Great conversations! Prayers he will be missed!
Carter Dobson
January 15, 2017
Myrna, May God Bless you and your Family! Ben was a wonderful person who i have known for many years! I know this is difficult and he will be missed! My Prayers for comfort are with you!
Denise Pettit
January 15, 2017
Adrian and I are so very sorry to learn of Ben's passing. We are praying for his family and all those who are impacted by his loss. We remember with thankful hearts his many contributions to Ben's church family at First United Methodist Church.
January 13, 2017
Myrna,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children. May God's loving arms surround you with comfort and peace.
in God's Love,
Linda Vaughan
January 13, 2017
Myrna - I was devastated to hear of this. My prayers to you and your family. Love, Nancy Howard.
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