James Harvey Chavis

James Harvey Chavis, Sr., 85, of Orangeburg, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2020. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, August 28, 2020 at Trinity United Methodist Church Cemetery.Due to COVID-19 social distancing will be practiced. Mr. Chavis was born in Orangeburg County, a son of the late Tommy Lee and Leila Ruth Wingard Chavis. Survivors include a daughter, Wanda (Bubba) Sturkie; a son, Mark (Camilla) Chavis; sisters, Mary Ruth Jeffcoat. Leitha Sturkie; nine grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren.He was predeceased by sons, James Harvey Chavis, Jr. and Warren Russell Chavis; a daughter, Donna Lynn Chavis. A message of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting www.mcalhanyfuneralhome.com. Culler-McAlhany Funeral Home is assisting the family.