With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Mary Lee Gaskins-Singletary, 66, of Lake City, SC, wife of Franklin Singletary, who passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at her residence.

LIFE REFLECTIONS

Mary Lee Gaskins-Singletary, the last born child of the late George Ray and Lillian Rush Gaskins, was born on February 19, 1958 in Florence County, South Carolina.

Mary received her formal education at the South Carolina School for the Blind.

She converted and joined Greater St. Stephen Baptist Church, where she served faithfully until her health declined.

Mary was predeceased by: her parents, George and Lillian Gaskins, her four brothers, George, James, Leroy and Glen Gaskins; her four sisters, Annie Bell Gaskins, Clara Mae Graham, Eva Mae McGill and Pearlie Mae Fulmore.

Mary Lee was united with the love of her life, Franklin, since 1978 and to this union two children were born.

Mary Lee entered into eternal rest quietly, Saturday, September 28, 2024 at her home surrounded by her family.

Those left to cherish her memories are: her loving and devoted husband, Franklin Singletary; her daughters, Lillian Gaskins Singletary and Amy Gaskins both of Lake City, SC; seven grandchildren, Jasmyne, Jacquan, Shikera, Adrian, Trinity, Michael and Jayden; one great granddaughter, Crenity; sisters, Dessie Graham of Des Moines, IA and Eva Ryant of Orangeburg, SC; a special daughter, Joyce Barr; a special niece, Jessica Singletary; a special nephew, Joe Brown; in-laws, Harry (Jeanette) Singletary, Mary Ann (Ronnie) Brown, Elizabeth (Douglas) Gause, Leroy (Mary Francis) Singletary and Bertha McFadden; along with other relatives and friends.

The family is receiving friends and family at 1727 Alberta Lane, Lake City, SC.

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