With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing Mr. James Edward Palmer, 84, of Lane, SC, widower of Mary Palmer, who passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025.

Life Reflections

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them that love his appearing."  II Timothy 4:7-8

James Edward Palmer was born on March 6, 1941 in Lane, South Carolina. On Sunday, May 4, 2025, James answered the heavenly roll call at the age of 84 at McLeod Hospital in Dillon, South Carolina.

James Palmer was preceded in death by: his beloved grandparents, Norvin and Trudie Palmer. James was also preceded in death by his mother, Bertha Hamlet; father, Arthur Dozier Sr.; his loving daughter, Stephanie Conyers Garrett, and his devoted loving wife of 56 years, Mary Ann Palmer.

James Palmer received his early education in the Williamsburg County School System. Shortly after graduation he moved to New York and found gainful employment with his last employer being General Motors. After leaving General Motors, he successfully supported his family by becoming an entrepreneur. "Spoolie" loved singing and playing the guitar. He also performed with famous gospel singer, Jimmy Jones as well as the Golden Harmonizers. One of his greatest honors was to play at the Apollo Theater in Harlem, New York. Among his many skills, he was an automotive detailer. After returning to South Carolina, James became a member of Marion Baptist Church. James was also known as a one man band.

James leaves to cherish his memories: two sons, Michael Palmer of New York and Marc Palmer of Lane, SC; his sisters, Kathleen Morant of Kingstree, SC and Cynthia Dozier of Brunswick, NJ; his brothers, Anthony (Vivian) Hamlet of Chesterfield, VA, Sullivan (Shirley) Hamlet of Greensboro, NC and Arthur (Cheryl) Dozier Jr. of Stone Mountain, GA; two granddaughters, Stacie Garrett of Atlanta, GA and Joy Garrett of Columbia, SC; four great-grandchildren; close friend; adopted brother, John Henry Walters; in-laws, Reva Mae Capers of Currie, NC, Charles Bertrain (Angela) Kea of Burgaw, NC, Frederick Marshall Kea of New Jersey, Myrtis D. (Thomas) Manigo of Hopkins, SC, Ronnie Standford (Ilona) Kea of Germany, Raynard Alonzo Kea of Currie, NC, Gloria Louise Kea of Dallas, TX, Odell Michael Kea of Currie, NC; along with a host of other relatives and friends.

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