Kelly Hoyt McCormick: Loris

1938 – 2021

     Kelly Hoyt McCormick passed away on Thursday, Nov. 18, at his home in Loris. He was 83.

     Born Oct. 5, 1938 in Loris, he was the son of the late Kelly Hampton McCormick and the late Agnes Parker McCormick. He served his country with courage, honor, and distinction in the United States Navy. Mr. McCormick was a Master Mason with Conway Lodge No. 65 and a member of the Omar Shrine. He worked as a farmer and truck driver until his retirement and was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.

     Survivors include his son, US Air Force SM/Sgt. Joe McCormick and wife Kathy of Pikeville; granddaughter Miranda Kelle McCormick; a sister, Patsy Elliott of Columbia; and his beloved dog, Tootsie.

     In addition to his parents, Mr. McCormick was predeceased by his wife, Janette Stevens McCormick; two brothers, Larry Donald McCormick and Charles Edward McCormick; and a sister, Sally Boyd McCormick.

     Funeral services were planned for 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 21, at Hardwick Memorial Chapel with Rev. Mack Hutson officiating. Private committal services were planned.

     Visitation was planned for the hour preceding the service in the chapel.

     A guest register is available here.