With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Roy McKenzie, 68, an army veteran formerly of New Zion, SC, who passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2026.

Obituary

"For I am now ready to be offered and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." II Timothy 4:6-7

Roy Rodger McKenzie, son of the late Ruben and Oneida McKenzie was born on October 7, 1958 in Williamsburg County, South Carolina. He departed his earthly life on Saturday, October 17, 2026. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by: two loving sisters, Ruby Lee McKenzie-Heyward and Bertha Pendergrass; and two beloved brothers, John David McKenzie and Willie Nathan McKenzie, Sr.

Roy received his formal education in the public schools of Williamsburg County and graduated from C.E. Murray High School. In 1979, he joined and served in the United States Army until he was honorably discharged in 1986.

Roy was the ultimate life of the party and absolutely loved to hit the dance floor. He loved fishing trips with family and always took joy in being the favorite uncle to multiple generations of nieces and nephews.

Loved ones left to cherish his memory: his daughter, LaToya (Alex) Brunson of Columbia, SC; his son, Rodger McKenzie of Greenville, AL; two granddaughters, Jai'Lin Brunson and Laila Brunson both of Columbia, SC; two brothers, Olin McKenzie of Timmonsville, SC and Lurvelle McKenzie of Columbia, SC; one sister, Mary Jane (Willie, Jr.) Gamble of Kingstree, SC; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

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