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William Kenneth Huggins, beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025, at the age of 81. Mr. Huggins, the widower of Willie Mae Grant Huggins, entered into rest on Thursday, September 18, 2025. The Directors of Brown-Pennington-Atkins Funeral Home & Crematory are caring for the family. A funeral service to honor his life will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, October 4, 2025, in The Chapel of Brown-Pennington-Atkins Funeral Home, with The Rev. Dr. Gregory B. Boyd officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service. A private family burial will be held in Magnolia Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his honor to the Darlington County Humane Society, 580 Washington Avenue, Hartsville, SC 29550. Mr. Huggins was born on Tuesday, September 21, 1943, in Hartsville, SC. He is the son of the late Thomas Woodrow Huggins Sr. and the late Aurelia Gainey Huggins. Kenneth was known from a young age for his athletic talent and competitive spirit. He excelled in both track and football during his school years at Hartsville High School, earning admiration for his drive and sportsmanship. In 1962, he married his high school sweetheart, Willie Mae Grant Huggins. Together, they built a beautiful life and family, raising two children, Maria Huggins McTighe and William Anthony “Tony” Huggins. They shared many wonderful years together until Willie Mae’s passing in 2000. Later, he was blessed to find love again with Ruth Gardner Huggins, who remained by his side until her passing in 2016. Kenneth was happiest when outdoors, whether hunting, enjoying nature, or cheering on his favorite teams. A lifelong Atlanta Braves fan, he rarely missed a game. He was equally passionate about college athletics, always ready to pull for South Carolina, Clemson, The Citadel, and especially the South Carolina Women’s Basketball team. Above all, Kenneth treasured his family. He was a devoted father to his daughter, Maria, and son, Tony, and a proud grandfather to three granddaughters, who brought him endless joy. He will be remembered for his kindness, warmth, and the way he made those around him feel loved. He was preceded in death by his two wives, Willie Mae and Ruth; brother, Thomas Woodrow Huggins, Jr., and sister-in-law, Elaine Luther Huggins. He is survived by his daughter, Maria Huggins McTighe and son-in-law, Tom; son, William Anthony “Tony” Huggins; granddaughters, Cecelia, Ruthie, and Clare, and numerous nieces and nephews. A service to celebrate Kenneth’s life will be held on October 4th at The Chapel of Brown-Pennington-Atkins Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Darlington County Humane Society, 580 Washington Avenue, Hartsville, SC 29550. Kenneth lived a life full of love, laughter, and loyalty. He will be deeply missed but forever remembered by those fortunate enough to have known him.

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Mr. William Kenneth Huggins

September 21, 1943 - September 18, 2025