Mr. Herbert McDuffie born January 7, 1942, was the son of the late Johnson McDuffie, Sr. and Alice Peeples McDuffie, in Bishopville, South Carolina. On the morning of Saturday, September 25, 2021, Herbert travelled from this life to eternity. We shall miss our family member, our church member, and our friend.
Herbert began his religious development at Mount Hermon Baptist Church, in Bishopville, South Carolina. While residing in Paterson, New Jersey, he attended Second Baptist Church. After returning to South Carolina, he joined Bishops Memorial A.M.E. Church, as a watchcare member, and later was a founding member of Adams Northeast A.M.E. Church, in Columbia, SC. At Adams Northeast A.M.E. Church, he served on the board of Trustees, Usher Board, Sons of Allen, and the Male Choir. He was also honored as Adams Northeast A.M.E. 1st Unsung Hero.
Herbert received his formal education in the public schools of Lee County, SC. He was a 1962 graduate of Dennis High School. While residing in New Jersey, he was a Truck Driver for a distribution company located in the garment district in New York City. After returning to South Carolina, he began a career in law enforcement with the South Carolina Department of Corrections. He received several accolades and certifications through Midlands Technical College. While at the Department of Corrections, he became a member of the Riot Squad until his retirement.
On June 3, 1966, Herbert married his high school sweetheart, the love of his life, Helen Williams. Their union was blessed with two daughters.
Herbert was a devoted husband and father. He loved his family and his grandchildren were his pride and joy to the end.
Herbert was also very active in the Belvedere Neighborhood Association.
Mr. Herbert McDuffie leaves to cherish his memory: a devoted and loving wife, Helen Williams McDuffie; two daughters, Casandra Bynum and Tawanda McDuffie (Michael) Hare, both of Columbia, South Carolina; two grandchildren, Brennen Morgan Bynum and Kendall Alanis Hare, of Columbia, SC; two sisters, Jacqueline Mosley, of Sumter, SC and Alice McDuffie, of Paterson, NJ; one brother, Ernest McDuffie, of Walterboro, SC; five sisters-in-law, Ruby Williams, of Paterson, NJ, Annette Williams and Wilhelmina Pat Williams, of Columbia, SC, Lynda (Brett) Pearson, of Sumter, SC and Helen Williams, of Camden, SC; brother-in-law, James Josey, of Wilmington, NC; son-in-law, George Bynum, of Columbia, SC; two special childhood friends, Leland and Flora Porter of Hackensack, NJ; along with a host of other relatives and caring friends, all of whom will miss him dearly.
Certainly you have our condolences. May the Lord continue to give you the strength that is needed during this time. Your family, the Jackson’s of New York. God bless you
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Keeping you in my prayers.
To our long time neighbors and friends. You have our most heartfelt sympathy. Mr. McDuffie was a joy to be apart of our lives. He will be missed in body, but he will remain in our hearts forever.
The Farmers, Isaac, Savanda, and Steven
Our heartfelt condolences to the McDuffie family. Keep looking to the hills .
Our heartfelt condolences to the McDuffie family. Keep looking to the hills .
Keeping you all close in prayer. May God comfort you in ways we can’t. Hold on to the special memories. They will remind you of the beautiful times you’ve spent together ❤
Ms. Helen, Cassandra, Tawanda, the grandchildren, spouses, and remaining family members. You have my sincere sympathy in the loss of your spouse, father, grandfather, father-in-law, etc. I am praying for God to strength each of you during your hours of bereavement.
My deepest condolences to the McDuffie and Williams family. I will always remember Me McDuffie’s his soft but stern voice and quiet demeanor. He was loved and respected by family and friends and many others.
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this times of sorrow. Remember that the Lord with keep you throughout this time. keep your trust in him
With heartfelt Sympathy and caring Prayers to the McDuffie Family.
Helen, Sand and Towanda. I am praying for peace and strength . My condolences goes out to All family members and friends that was part of his life.
Praying for your family. I have fond memories of ridings to work together in his yellow Datsun 210 station-wagon. Butler, Lucas, McDuffie,and Jones. we all went to CCI. A great man, wonderful sense of humor. Rest in peace my friend.
To the McDuffie family, our deepest and sincere condolences to each and everyone of you
Sincere condolences and prayers to the McDuffie Family during this difficult time.
My deepest sympathy to the McDuffie family
My sincere condolences to the McDuffie family. May the peace of God rest in and upon your hearts during this time of bereavement. Rest in Numbers 6:24-26. BLESSINGS
To the McDuffie Family: Our sincere sympathy extends to you all during this difficult time. May you feel the comfort, peace, strength and love from Almighty God that will keep you in the upcoming days.
May you fine peace during this time. I will keep the family in my prayers. I have found comfort in Psalm 23. Always treasure and remember the good that you have had with your father. When you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on. Trust and believe that God will eventually take your sorrow away.
Helen, Sand, and Tawanda, we are truly sorry for your loss of Herbert. Praying for peace, strength and comfort during this difficult time. Our sincere condolences to the McDuffie family.
Prayers are with you during this time.