With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Roosevelt Hampton, 71, of Lake City, SC, companion of Polly Evans, who passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

Life Reflections

Deacon Roosevelt Hampton affectionately known as "Snoop" was born on April 9, 1954, to the late Essie Mae Lowery-Baker and Raleigh James Hampton, in Sumter, South Carolina.

Deacon Roosevelt departed from his earthly life Saturday, February 28, 2026 at his residence. Roosevelt attended Walker Gamble School in New Zion, SC. He was employed as a farmer for many years, from which he later retired.

Deacon Roosevelt served faithfully as a Deacon to Evangelist Kay Epps and the late Pastor Herbert Epps Sr. at the New Beginning Christian Center, Cades, SC. In addition to his parents, Roosevelt was preceded in death by: his siblings, Sammie Lee Hampton Bertha Lee Hampton, Charles Lowery, Howard Hampton, Joseph Hampton and Mary Hampton.

Sadly mourning his death but cherishing his precious and loving memories:  his life partner for forty years, Polly Evans of the home; a daughter he reared as his own, Demetria (Abraham) Graham of Lake City, SC; a son he reared as his own, Antonio Brian Evans of Lake City, SC; his loving grandchildren; his siblings, Johnny (Patricia) Lowery, Henry Hampton, Sr., Rosa Mae Hampton, Richard (Joan) Hampton, and Lee Roy Hampton; along with a host of aunts, uncles, nieces nephews, other relatives and friends.

The family is receiving friends and family at his late residence, 48 Gifford Drive, Lake City, SC

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