Avis McCallum Obituary

Avis Ruth Johnson McCallum passed away peacefully, Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at the Rainey Hospice House.
Born October 10, 1928, in Saluda, SC, Mrs. McCallum was the youngest of six children born to the late Willie Piper Johnson and the late Elizabeth Bowers Johnson. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family.
Avis was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, James William McCallum, Sr., and is survived by her four loving and devoted children: Jimmy McCallum (Vicki), Beth Propp (Lee), Beverly Barkley (Robert), Stan McCallum (Alice); four grandchildren, McCallum Propp (Heather), Caroline Roach (Justin), Rebeccah Propp(Jack), and Clifton McCallum (Sara); and four great grandchildren: Fallon and Sutton Propp, Emsley Roach, and Callie Simpson.
She was a homemaker whose talents included sewing, gardening and cooking gourmet meals. Avis, along with her two daughters, delivered Meals on Wheels for over 13 years. She also served as vice president and secretary for the family pharmacy business. Avis was also past president for the Women's Auxiliary of the SC Pharmaceutical Association and an active faithful member of Central Presbyterian Church for over 70 years. She was a graduate of Saluda High School and attended Spartanburg Junior College.
Following a private committal service, a Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Central Presbyterian Church conducted by Rev. Dr. Michael York and Rev. Noelle Read. The family will receive friends in the Fellowship Hall following the service.
Mrs. McCallum's family would like to express their sincere appreciation to her caregivers for all the love and care shown to their mother during this time.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Central Presbyterian Church, 1404 N. Boulevard, Anderson, SC 29621 or Meals on Wheels, P.O. Box 285, Anderson, SC 29622.
"Mom was a constant presence in her family's life, always there with her love and support. Her sacrificial love is a testament to the love of her family, and it will never be forgotten."
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