Miriam Gore Culberson

          Miriam Gore Culberson, 97, died May 24, 2024, in her home in Florence, SC. Her final days were peaceful and filled with the love and laughter of her adoring family members.

          Mrs. Culberson was born March 26, 1927 in Galivants Ferry, SC to the late Fannie Frye and Thomas Fletcher Gore. She was also preceded in death by her husband, William Arthur Culberson; her son, William “Bill” Arthur Culberson, Jr.; four brothers, and two sisters.

          She is survived by her daughter, Stephanie Culberson King; her son, Phillip Mark Culberson (Lori); three grandchildren: Hugh Brantley King, Brandon Joe Culberson (Sarah), and Zachary Tyler Culberson (Katy); as well as six great-grandchildren. Mimi also leaves behind three loving siblings: Betty Gore Grimsley, Richard Howard Gore (MaryAnn), and Peggy Gore Knight (Rick). Her many nieces, nephews, and special friends also join the long list of those who mourn her loss and celebrate her long and inspiring life.

          To know Mimi was to love and be loved by her. Whether she was traveling across the world or giggling over a cup of coffee with a loved one, she took every opportunity to live life and love others to the fullest. She was an integral part of the formation of Quinby United Methodist Church, a current member of Central United Methodist Church, and a beloved fixture at Knight Furniture Showrooms, where she happily worked until the age of 92. In all areas of her life, she showed that she was truly a woman of faith, hope, and love. Mimi will be missed, but her great life lessons and sweet hand kisses will continue to live among her family and friends. 

          In lieu of flowers, Miriam’s family asks that memorials be made to Camp ADAPTabilities, a summer camp for children with multiple disabilities, through SpeciallyABLED Miracles. Donations can be given online at speciallyabledmiracles.org/support-us or sent through PayPal at Speciallyabledmiracles@gmail.com. Donations may also be mailed to SpeciallyABLED Miracles, PO Box 462, Effingham, SC 29541. Please denote Camp ADAPTabilities in the memo line.

          The funeral service will be held at Central United Methodist Church in Florence on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 2:00 PM. Visitation will be held at the church prior to the service, beginning at 1:00 PM.

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