With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Lillian Nell McCray, 76, wife of Clarence McCray, a Retired Seamstress, who passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.

Life Reflections

Mrs. Lillian Nell Beaufort McCray was born July 26,1947 in the Suttons Community of Williamsburg County, South Carolina, to the late James and Retha White Beaufort. She was the last living legacy out of ten siblings. On Tuesday, May 21st, 2024 at Doctors Hospital of Augusta, Georgia, Lillian transitioned into eternal life after a long illness.

Lillian Nell was a 1964 graduate of Blakely High School. She played basketball and received numerous awards and accolades. On May 30th, 1970, Lillian married the love of her life, Clarence McCray. This union was blessed with five children. Lillian was brought up in a Godly home. Her parents taught her the value of life. She accepted God as her personal Savior, then she was baptized. Lillian was a dedicated member of Charity Missionary Baptist Church, where she served faithfully in many ministries such as, the president of the Adult Choir, a member of the Missionary Board, president of the Usher Board and Church Secretary. Lillian's favorite words were, "whatever you do will be alright with me." Lillian loved everyone, no one was a stranger to her. She was a great cook and famous for her chocolate and jelly cakes. Family came from state to state to get these delicious cakes. Lillian was also a seamstress who made clothing for herself, children, nieces and nephews, weddings and accessories. Lillian also loved to fish and was a real basketball fan of the LA. Lakers, her favorite player was Kobe Bryant.

Lillian was a dedicated Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and a special Aunt. Loved ones who will cherish her memories are: her husband of 54 years, Clarence McCray of the home; five children, Janet Smith of Greensboro, NC, Freddie Bellamy of Salters, SC, Clarence (Myranetta) McCray of Sumter, SC, Herbert (Crystal) McCray of Moncks Corner, SC and Kevin (Tyanna) McCray of Fairburn, GA; sixteen grandchildren, Ashley Bellamy preceded her in death, Shawana Smith, Donte Singleton, Ka-Teacha (Ramel) Peck, David Smith, Justin Scott, Brianna McMillion, Antwane Little, De'Onna (Anthony) Akins, Keyatta Jackson, Jasmine Cobb, Tynia Swann, Shemekia McCray, Clarencia McCray, Amani McCray and Novie McCray; eighteen great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; two special nieces, Joyce (Michael) Williams and Roxanna (Jimmy) Collins; four brothers-in-law, Herbert (Cienna Mae) McCray, Wallace (Greta) McCray, Celes (Joanne) McCray and Harry (Anne) Shaw; four sisters-in-law, Katie Beaufort, Albertha Jackson, Dorothy Wilson and Louise McCray; three special friends, Denoris June, Penny Huell and Libby Frazier; along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

The family is receiving friends and family at 1093 Blakely Road, Salters, SC.

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