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James Luther Obituary
October 23, 1929 - March 10, 2026
Chapin, South Carolina - On March 10, 2026, James "Jim" Phillip Luther, Sr. went to be with his Heavenly Father, surrounded by family, friends, and caregivers. His well-lived life will be remembered by all as a devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a friend to anyone he met and a man of abiding faith.
Jim was born in Lithonia, Georgia, on October 23, 1929 to the late Elmore Doyle and Bertie Mae Pierce Luther.
Jim is survived by his children Susan Pease, Becky Sturkie, Phillip (Kay) Luther, Cindy (Mike) Harvell; eighteen grandchildren and their spouses; forty-five great-grandchildren; sister, Phyllis (Lou) Muller; and brother, Pierce (Lou) Luther. In addition to his parents, he is preceded by his wife of 73 years, Montine White Luther and his sister, Betty (Harold) Goldmann.
Visitation will be held at Chapin Presbyterian Church at 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 14, 2026. The funeral service will follow visitation at 12:00 PM. He will be laid to rest at Chapin Baptist Church Cemetery immediately following the service.
A complete obituary may be found at whitakercares.com, where memories and condolences may also be shared with the family.
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for James Luther
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Linda and Jay Leviner
March 16, 2026
Susan, Becky, and Cindy,
We are saddened to hear about your daddy´s passing. Our love, thoughts, and prayers are with your family.
Sandra Jeffcoat Eslick
March 15, 2026
Jim was a good man who I truly respected and admired. He was always the same - honest, fair, hard working, trustworthy, and kind! Rest in peace, dear one!!
Spencer F McMaster
March 14, 2026
Jim is one of my heroes! I learned so much by listening to him and many others while working at Seaman Electric Supply and Grahl Electric Supply. A life well lived! Rest easy in the presence of our Lord and Savior. We have the watch.
Spencer F McMaster and Brenda O McMaster
Winnsboro SC
Ann Slice
March 13, 2026
How well I remember Jim and Montine. They were both such marvelous people who were constantly giving to their family and friends. We were both members of western square dance clubs and had many good time together visiting other clubs. Rest in peace, Jim, you will not be forgotten.
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Diana Smith
March 12, 2026
Our condolences to the family during this difficult time. We have fond memories of Jim and Montine. They have left a wonderful legacy of love and Christian service for their family. I used to love getting the phone calls from Jim advising me of another birth (Grand or great grand) for the Chapin Pres. newsletter. He was always so proud of his family and loved all of you. Our Prayers and love are with the family. Love, Raymond & Diana Smith
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