Mary "Susan" Clardy Cline

Mary “Susan” Clardy Cline, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away on November 10, 2026, at the age of 86. Born on October 13, 1940, in Columbia, South Carolina, Susan was the cherished daughter of Herman and Mary Cox Clardy. Her life was a testament to grace, strength, and unwavering faith.

Susan’s journey of life was marked by her dedication to helping others. She received a certificate of Phlebotomy in Asheville, North Carolina, and went on to work in Charleston at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). It was there that she met her late husband, Maxwell E. Cline MD. She resided in Charleston, SC until 1995 when she relocated to Georgetown, SC to provide love and care to her mother until her death.

A devoted mother, Susan instilled in her children values of integrity and tenacity. She was the proud and loving mother of Maxwell E. Cline Jr., who, along with his wife Nikki, brought her laughter and love. Her daughter, Paige Sternberg, along with her son-in-law Ken Sternberg, provided her with affection and devotion, further enriched by her beloved grandson, Seth Sternberg. Susan is also survived by her brother, Captain Herman Stacy Clardy, Jr., USN (Ret) and his wife Jeanne who shared memories of friends and family throughout their lives together; her 2 nephews Lieutenant General Herman Stacy Clardy, III, USMC (Ret) and Christopher Karl Clardy.

Susan was a woman of many passions. An avid tennis player and runner, she embraced the joy of movement and competition. Her love of gardening was evident in the beauty she cultivated in her flower beds and yard, a reflection of her desire to make the world a more beautiful place. Her faith was central to her life and evident through her many years as a faithful member of Duncan Memorial Methodist Church in Georgetown, SC. There she served as Chair of the Chapel Alter Guild, was an active member of the Trinity Sunday School class, and a greeter for Sunday worship. Through her devotion to the church, she touched many lives with her compassion and wisdom.

A true Steel Magnolia, Susan embodied resilience and grace, inspiring all who knew her. Her legacy is one of love, strength, and beauty, forever cherished by her family and friends.

The Maryville Chapel of Mayer-Ethridge Funeral Home is assisting the family.