Margie Kirkley Obituary

PAGELAND, S.C. - Margie Oliver Kirkley, 80, of Pageland, passed away peacefully on Jan. 21, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

She was born on April 23, 1944 in Jefferson, South Carolina to the late J. T. Oliver and Ola Demby Oliver. She is predeceased by her husband, Robert M. Kirkley; daughter, Susan Allen; brothers, Wayne Oliver, Donnie Oliver, Johnny Oliver, Jay D. Oliver and Winford Oliver.

Margie's life was a testament to her loving nature and her unwavering dedication to her family and community. Margie's family was the cornerstone of her life, and she is survived by her devoted son, Rev. Rodney Kirkley (Kim) of Jefferson, S.C.; her loving daughters, Sandra Arant (Roger) of Pageland, and Karen Caulder (Tim) of Chesterfield, S.C.; her caring son-in-law, DeWayne Allen of Chesterfield; her supportive brothers, Gene Oliver (Donna) and J.T. Oliver, Jr. (Vickie) both of Jefferson; and her dear sister, Onita Griggs (Rev. William) of Ruby, S.C.

Margie's joy was multiplied by her adoring grandchildren, Adam Arant (Tiffany), Samantha Sessions, Amelia Arant Johnson (Brian), Lindsay Caulder, Hunter Caulder, Makayla Kirkley, Mikel Kirkley, and Kelsey Allen, as well as her precious great-grandchildren, Isabella Sessions, Olivia Sessions, Addison Sessions, Hanna Arant, Emily Arant, and Noah Arant.

The family received friends on Friday, Jan. 24, from 2-3 p.m. at Baumgartner Funeral Home, Pageland.

A Celebration of Life Funeral Service was held on Friday, Jan. 24, at 3 p.m. at Baumgartner Funeral Home with Rev. William Griggs and Rev. Rodney Kirkley officiating.

The burial followed at Greenlawn Memorial Park of Pageland.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice.

Arrangements are entrusted to Baumgartner Funeral Home of Pageland, South Carolina (www.baumgartnerfh.com)