Deaconess Inez Dawkins

Gaffney - Deaconess Inez McGill Dawkins, 91, of 1015 Concord Road, Gaffney, South Carolina, was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 4, 2023, at her residence. 

Born to the late Fitzhugh McGill Sr. and Rosa Reid McGill on June 19, 1932, Inez was a virtuous woman who carried the torch of faith with unwavering dedication. Inez was a shining beacon of faith and love for her family. She was a devoted wife, sister, grandmother, and faithful servant of the Lord at Concord Baptist Church. 

For 58 years, Inez was the loving and loyal wife of Lyman Dawkins Sr., who preceded her in passing. In Lyman Sr., she found a partner to share in life's joys and challenges. Their bond was a testament to her unwavering loyalty and profound capacity to love. In addition to her parents and husband, Inez was proceeded in death by six siblings, James (Mary) McGill, Lula Mae (Elmer) Jefferies, TG (Dora) McGill, Lois (TJ) Rice, Fitzhugh McGill Jr., and Joe Dean McGill.

Inez worked at Oxford Industries with pride and dedication for over two decades. Yet, her heart's true vocation lay with Jesus Christ and the spiritual realms of her beloved Concord Baptist Church. Her passion and service for Christ was as deep and vast as an ocean. From leading the usher board as a former president to offering support as a missionary and pastor aid, she served in numerous ministries, leaving an indelible imprint of grace and resilience. Inez Dawkins was a guiding light in every life she touched. Her faith was her compass, guiding her through life's turbulent waters. Her devotion to the church was only surpassed by her deep love for Jesus Christ. She understood that faith was a journey, not a destination, and she walked her path with grace, dignity, and unwavering love. 

At an early age, Inez accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. Inez Dawkins was the epitome of faithfulness, whether serving as a deaconess or caring for her loved ones. She leaves behind a rich legacy of love in the hearts of her family. Surviving are three children,  Lyman Dawkins, Jr. (Mary), Cassandra Gaffney (William), and Johnny Lee Jefferies (Naomi) of Gaffney, South Carolina; six grandchildren, Lyman Dawkins III (Mahogany), Charity Dawkins, Joshua Jefferies of Gaffney, South Carolina Shelton Gaffney of Daytona Beach, Florida, Shannon Davis (Antoine) of Suffolk, Virginia, and Christopher Jefferies (Ashely) of Greenville, South Carolina and numerous great-grandchildren; three sisters, Rosetta (Clayton) Gillespie of Jamestown, North Carolina, Valerie (Gilbert) Smith of Gaffney, South Carolina, Gladys (Robert) Little of Thomasville, North Carolina, and a brother Johnny (Wanda) McGill of Gastonia, North Carolina, a host of other relatives, many friends, and the entire Concord Baptist Church family will forever remember her nurturing love.

Funeral service will be 1:00 pm, Thursday, August 10,2023 at Concord Baptist Church with Dr. Michael Bridges officiating. There will be a thirty-minute visitation prior to the service. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

The family is receiving friends at the residence.

Genesis Funeral Cremation Service & Chapel INC. is serving the family.

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