Elijah Harvin Obituary in Manning at Samuels Funeral Home, LLC.

Obituary For Elijah Harvin

Gable, SC

Elijah “Red” Harvin, son of the late James Ben Harvin and Fannie Lou Gause Harvin was born April 4, 1954 in New Zion, South Carolina. He was preceded in death by one brother, James E. Harvin.

He received his formal education in the public schools of Clarendon County.

He accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior, joining Howard Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church, New Zion, South Carolina. He also attended Melina Presbyterian Church, Gable, South Carolina.

He was employed with Coker Buildings, Sumter, South Carolina and The Durant Brothers for many years.

“Red”, as he was affectionately known, was bubbly and a jokester. He had a passion for softball, baseball and fishing, but above all things, family who was his number one priority, especially his grandchildren. “Red” reminded his family and the community daily, to always “Do The Math”!

He was joined in holy matrimony to Betty Kennedy Harvin and this union was blessed with four children. On Thursday, October 28, 2021, Elijah “Red” Harvin, transitioned to be with the Lord, quietly and peacefully at his residence.

Those left to cherish his precious memories: a loving and devoted wife of 42 years, Betty K. Harvin of the home; two loving sons, Garrick (Carol) Kennedy, Sumter, SC and Jarell (Wyteshia) Harvin, Lynchburg, SC; two caring daughters, Kenya Kennedy, Columbia, SC and Jessica (Jeffrey) Mitchell, Sumter, SC; three special nephews reared as his own, Reggie (Kimberly) Kennedy, Columbia, SC, Ronald (Judy) Kennedy, New Zion, SC and Travis (Ebony) Kennedy, Charlotte, NC; one brother, Jimmy (Thelma) Harvin, Sumter, SC; three sisters, Corine (Henry) Tomlin, Ella Sheriod and Deloris Butler all of Sumter, SC; fifteen grandchildren; five great grandchildren; five sisters-in-law, Mabel Kennedy, Riverdale, MD, Rhodenia (Phillip) Kennedy-Corham, Lynette Barnhart, Vivian Kennedy all of Landover, MD and Mary Francis Harvin, Turbeville, SC; three brothers-in-law, John (Deloris) Kennedy and Henry Kennedy both of Landover, MD and Edward (Virginia) Kennedy, Riverdale, MD; one special goddaughter, Erica Cousar; one special friend, Edward McFadden; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services for Mr. Harvin were held 12:00 Noon Friday, November 5, 2021 at Melina Presbyterian Church, 3539 Black River Road, Gable, SC. Rev. Samuel Sparks, Pastor; Rev. Mary Hagan, officiated; Dr. Franklin D. Colclough, assisted. Burial followed in the churchyard cemetery.

The family received friends at his residence.

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Betty you and your family have my sincere condolences on the passing of your husband "Red". I remember him as a friendly somewhat comical guy. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Matthew 5:4 states: Blessed are they that mourn for they will be comforted. I will be in touch again soon Cuz. Love you. Cynthia Myers-Murphy

My sincere condolences to the family. RIP "Red Harvin" Vanessa Witherspoon

Kenya & Family: Sending our condolences to the family on the loss of your loved one. I know this is a difficult time and you will prevail over time. Just cherish the memories and the good times that you all shared. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers! The Shine Family!!!

Sending my sincere prayers and thoughts to the Harvin family during this very difficult time. May God strengthen all of you and comfort your hearts. Linda Richbow and family

So Sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers. He was such a kind man. I know he will be missed. April Floyd

My heartfelt condolences to the family during this most difficult time. Praying for your comfort and that God will wipe away your tears and sorrows. Will miss hearing these words. "Triples, doubles and singles" "You do the math". RIP my friend?
Jake McFadden & Family

Our prayers and condolences goes out to you and your family.
Wendy Nelson & Family

Praying for the family during this time. Pastor Marshall(Butch) Ivey, DBS

My dearest and heartfelt condolences to Betty Kennedy Harvin and Family your in our thoughts and prayers.

Sending prayers of comfort and strength to you Betty. Meeting Red when we first moved here from New York was such a blessing. He always had a way of keeping me laughing and was so real on whatever he said . Love ❤️ you guys Dr. Myra Pearson

So sorry to hear of "Red" passing. My prayers and condolences to Betty and family. May God give you strength like no other strength that will comfort you during this time. Sylvia D. Whatley Sumter, SC

Kenya and family, deepest sympathy to you and your family on your loss. Sylvester

Offering sincere condolences on your loss

Betty I am so sorry to hear about the loss of my long time friend "Red" it was such a devastating moment for me. But God knows best. My sincere prayers and condolences to the family. I pray that God gives you the strength that you need during this time.
My wonderful memories of our time together as we were growing up as neighbors will be cherished. All the fun times that we spent together, I'll never forget. You've got my deepest sympathy."
Theola Myo Khin~

Betty and family May our God of comfort be with you all. Alphenia Gamble Dukes

I sorry for your loss! Bernard Bradshaw and family.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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