Lorraine M. Corbett | Raleigh News & Observer

Lorraine Mercilliott Corbett left her earthly home on November 10, 2014 at the age of 84 after a long period of declining heath. Born January 26, 1930, she was the daughter of Joseph and Doris Mercilliott. She was predeceased in death by the love of her life for 30 years, husband, Jimmie W. Corbett Sr. in 1984. A loving mother, she was predeceased in death by her son, Richard Thomas Doudican Jr. and her daughter Susan Corbett Bennett. She is survived by children, Jimmie W. Corbett Jr (Maryann) of Myrtle Beach, SC, Lynn D. Crocker (Bruce) of Clayton, NC, daughter-in-law Donna Sue Doudican of Myrtle Beach, SC and son-in-law Bill Bennett of Leesville, SC. Lorraine was predeceased by brothers Joey and Frankie Mercillott and is survived by sister Sandra Keblusek of Pelion, SC and Robert Mercilliott (Mary) of Bowie, MD. A loving grandparent, Lorraine was blessed with 7 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.

Lorraine had a true passion for living life and was a strong believer in God and His Word. She was a baptized believer in the Church of Christ for over 50 years. In her younger days, Lorraine and Jimmie loved to dance and up until the last several years she could show you how they danced. A loving mother, sister, in-law, and grandmother, Lorraine leaves many cherished memories to those that survive her.

The family would like to thank Grand Strand Healthcare Center and staff for their concern, love and care over the past several years.

The family will receive friends and family at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel on Wednesday from 6:00 pm until 8:00 p.m. A graveside service will be held Thursday, November 13, 2014 at 2:00 pm at Hillcrest Cemetery, Highway 544 Conway SC. Goldfinch Funeral Home Beach Chapel will be providing services to the family. An on-line guest book is available at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Garner Church of Christ, Food Pantry. P.O. Box 1082 Garner, NC 27529.