Reverend Franklin Calhoun Lowrimore

Reverend Franklin C. Lowrimore, age 93, of Yauhannah, South Carolina went peacefully home to be with the Lord on Saturday September 26, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

He was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, pastor, and friend. He will be lovingly remembered by his family, friends, and all whose lives he touched through his unwavering faith, kindness, compassion and many years of faithful service to the Lord.

He was born July 30, 1933 in Georgetown, South Carolina to the late Thomas Washington Lowrimore Sr. and Esther E. Lowrimore.

He was a devoted servant of God and dedicated his life to preaching the Gospel and serving others. At the age of 24, he was ordained into the ministry. Throughout his many years of faithful service, he was one of the founding pastors of Jefferson Baptist Church, now Ringel Heights Baptist Church. The founding pastor of North Hampton Baptist Church, Southside Baptist Church, and Stono Baptist Church. He also served in full-time ministry at Nesmith Baptist Church, Huggins Chapel and Pee Dee Baptist Church.

His life was a testament for his love for God and his commitment to serving others. Through his preaching, prayers, guidance and example, he touched countless lives and left a lasting legacy of faith that will continue through the generations.

He leaves behind the love of his life, his devoted wife of 73 years, Sara J. Lowrimore. Their enduring love and devotion to one another were a beautiful testament to a lifetime shared together, built upon faith, love and commitment.

He will be lovingly remembered by his children: Kathy Sims, Henry Lowrimore (Susan); George Lowrimore (Cindy); Danny Lowrimore (Wendy); and Donna Pierce (Barry). 15 Grandchildren, 22 Great Grandchildren and 6 Great-Great Grandchildren.

He is survived by his sisters, Marie Cummings, Joyce Huey, Audrey Watson and Dorothy Cunningham. And his brother Willie Lowrimore, along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, friends and loved ones.

In addition to his parents, Reverend Lowrimore was preceded in death by his son, Paul E. Lowrimore; Grandson, Franklin Paul “Boo-Boo” Lowrimore; Son-in-Law, Robert L. Sims Jr.; Brother Thomas Washington Lowrimore Jr.; Sister, Hannah L. Jacobs Smith; and Brothers-in-law, Samual J. Cunningham, Donald E. Cummings, James C. Huey, and Ronald L. Watson.

Though his earthly journey has come to an end, his testimony of faith, his love for his family, and the seeds he planted through decades of ministry will live on. He has fought a good fight, he has finished his course, and he has kept the faith.

“Well done, thou good and faithful servant” Matthew 25:21

A Homegoing celebration honoring the life and legacy of Reverend Franklin C. Lowrimore will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at North Hampton Baptist Church, 7468 Highmarket Street, Georgetown South Carolina.

The Lowrimore family will receive family and friends prior to the service from 1:00 until 2:00 P.M. in the church sanctuary.

Interment will follow the service at Elmwood Cemetery on Highmarket Street in Georgetown South Carolina.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: North Hampton Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1272, Georgetown South Carolina 29442.