James Edward Chavis

LAKE CITY – James Edward Chavis, 88, widower of Ellen Daniels Chavis, died Friday, June 3, 2022, at his residence surrounded by his family. Born February 19, 1934, in Hamlet, NC, he was a son of the late Merriett Chavis and the late Evelou Oliver Chavis. He was self-employed. He is survived by his two sons, Bernie Wilson Chavis (Debra Redhead) of Canton, NC and Richard Allen Sims (Linda) of Florida; one daughter, Mary Lou Chavis Browder (Glen) of Lake City; seven grandchildren; and a number of great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, two sons, Steven Chavis and Jimmy Chavis; and one grandson, Allen Sims. A committal service will be held at a later date. Arrangements made through Floyd Funeral Home, 136 E. Main Street, Olanta, SC, (843)396-4470. www.floydfuneral.com