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Wilma Dixon Dukes McGarity

February 9, 1925 — November 24, 2024

Mount Pleasant

Wilma Dixon Dukes McGarity

Wilma Dixon Dukes McGarity, 99, of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, died peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, November 24, 2024. A graveside service will be held Sunday, December 1, 2024, at Elmwood Cemetery, 501 Elmwood Ave, Columbia, SC 29201, at 3:00 pm. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., Mount Pleasant Chapel.

Born on February 9, 1925, in Blackstock, South Carolina, Wilma was the daughter of the late William Brown Dixon, Jr., and the late Elizabeth Grayson Dixon. Wilma was a homemaker, dedicating herself to her family and her role as a pastor's wife, and in later years served in various volunteer capacities. She was an active member of First Presbyterian Church in Greenville. Wilma lived the bulk of her adult live in Greenville, moving to Mt. Pleasant in 2014 to be near her three children. She found joy in nature, particularly in watching birds. She was intensely interested in the welfare of others, listening, praying for them, and offering sympathy and encouragement. 

She is survived by her three beloved children: Wilma Catherine Dukes Broom (Joseph) of North Charleston, SC; Joanne Dukes Campbell Harth (Steve) of Charleston, SC; and James Graydon Dukes, Jr. (Patti) of Charleston, SC. Wilma's legacy continues through her six grandchildren: Bethany Broom Moore (Glen) of Louisville, KY; Nathan Allen Broom (Katie) of Corydon, IN; William Bradley Campbell (Holly) of Florence, SC; Carolyn Campbell Stratos (Milt) of Mt. Pleasant, SC; Erin Dukes Sottile (Thomas) of St. Louis, MO; and Megan Dukes of Auburn, AL. She also leaves behind 13 beloved great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews who delighted her in their individual ways.

Wilma was preceded in death by her two husbands, Dr. James Graydon Dukes, pastor, and Dr. Hugh H. McGarity, professor and musician, as well as her five siblings who all played a significant role in her life. 

Memorials may be made to Greenville First Presbyterian Church, 200 West Washington St., Greenville, SC 29601 or Northgate Baptist Church, 633 Summit Drive, Greenville, SC 29609.

A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com.


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