With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Clarence Smith, Sr., 87, of Lake City, widower of the late Mellernise Smith, who passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025.

Life Reflections

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith."

2 Timothy 4:7

Clarence Smith Sr. was born on June 10, 1938, to Johnny Smith and Louise Fulmore. He was called to his reward on Friday, October 31, 2025.

Clarence was the widower of Mellernise Epps Smith. Clarence received his education in the public schools of Florence County, South Carolina. He retired from Talon Manufacturer, he also worked for Florence District 3 as a bus driver. Clarence was also an employee at Samuels and Richardson Funeral Home. At an early age, he joined Faith United Methodist Church, where he accepted Christ. At a later age he joined Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church where he attended until his health started to fail.

Clarence was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and two brothers.

Clarence leaves to cherish his memories: one son, Clarence (Shirley) of Lake City, SC; a grandson, whom he raised as his own, Latito (Sherlyn) Britton of Lake City, SC; four additional grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Sammy Smith of Lake City, SC; four sisters, Margaret Davis of Lake City, SC, Alma Rice, Alfair Williams and Joan Richardson all of Bridgeport, CT; one sister-in-law, Della (Edmond) Brown of Lake City, SC; two brothers-in-law, Charles Epps of Pompano, FL and Wesley Rush of Lake City, SC; along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

The family is receiving friends and family at his late residence, 304 W. Independence Ave, Lake City, SC.

All arrangements and professional services have been entrusted to Henryhand Funeral Home of Lake City, SC. 843-354-2292.