Garvin Jimmy Pilgrim

October 7, 1944 - April 10, 2020

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Jimmy Pilgrim
Six Mile, SC

Garvin Jimmy Pilgrim, 75, of 1107 Liberty Highway, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2020 at Cannon Memorial Hospital.

Born in Six Mile he was a son of the late Garvin R. and Lucille Barkley Pilgrim. He was a graduate of DW Daniel High School and later retired from Clemson University.

He loved woodworking and spending time with his family but most of all he loved his only granddaughter with all his heart.

Jimmy was a US Army National Guard veteran and was a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church.

Surviving are his wife of 54 years, Janet Whitlock Pilgrim of the home; a daughter, Angela Higgins (Bill) of Easley; two brothers, Danny Pilgrim (Judy) and Steve Pilgrim all of Liberty; his granddaughter, Brooke Higgins of Columbia.

Due to the current health crisis concerning COVID19 and CDC guidelines for social distancing, the family will have a private service to honor Jimmy’s life in the Liberty Mortuary Chapel. Burial will be at Liberty Memorial Gardens.

The livestream of his funeral service will begin at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. Please visit his tribute wall at www.libertymortuary.com and simply click on the video link. You may also leave a condolence to the family there as well.

In lieu of flowers memorials are requested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org/donate.

Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements.

Jimmy Pilgrim Six Mile, SC Garvin Jimmy Pilgrim, 75, of 1107 Liberty Highway, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2020 at Cannon Memorial Hospital. Born in Six Mile he was a son of the late Garvin R. and Lucille Barkley Pilgrim. He was a graduate of DW Daniel High School and later retired from ClemsonContinue Reading

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Im so sorry for your loss. Robin Vickery Nix

Janet, so sorry to hear about Jimmy. May God comfort you now and during the days ahead. Miss seeing you at church. Hope you can come back when the time is right. Brenda and I are here for you. May God Bless. Vince

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Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Janet, we are saddened by Jimmy's passing. He was always a nice guy and always smiling. He will be missed. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you!

I have fond memories of Jimmy during my time at Clemson University Entomology Department. He was always a great help to the new grad student! His smile will be missed.

I am so sad to hear of Jimmy's passing. I have many great memories of working with him and occasionally trying to keep up with him on the golf course. He was a master at psyching me out!! I will miss that great smile.Clyde S. Gorsuch

Janet and family my heart breaks to hear this news. If you need anything please call me. My heart is right there with you and asking God to send hugs from me...Love you <3.

Janet, I am so sad to learn that JP has passed but he has joined the Lord. I was with you today and as the minister spoke of stories, I could hear a cackle - one of those I got you moments Jimmy could pull. He idolized you and especially Angela then came Brooke the Grand. I am sorry that I lost touch after moving to Greenville (88) then retirement in 2000 increased the distance. Mary and I moved the Mount Pleasant in 2003.JP and I shared some trying times during our thirties early forties. JP supported me through the loss of a pet during a house fire, Micheal’s stroke, Susan’s death. I can remember the trying times he had with anxiety. JP was a strong individual, a man of his word, a Kirk look alike, a Friend that we all loved.I missed the opportunity to visit with JP and Dad, Garvin. I would bet that he knew my Dad who was raised in the Norris area.I am sadden for your loss. Jimmy’s absence leaves us with an empty space.Randy McWhorter

What a great man! Everyone loved Mr. Jimmy! He was always happy, helpful and witty! As a graduate student he was great support as a dad he showed such love to my family. Brett where you been? I been To see Mr. Jimmy! He’s my friend!THATS WHAT I REMEMBER ABOUT JIMMY PILGRIM!Can’t wait to see him again someday!Maxcy P. Nolan, Iii

So sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing, he was such a good person. A lot of great memories of Jimmy from my days at Clemson. Prayers for you Danny & Judy and the rest of the family. May god bless you all.

Janet, Angie & Brook, We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Jimmy. Can't imagine how much he will be missed here on Earth but he is in the arms of Jesus. We will miss his smiling face, his jokes and all the little tales he could add to something and have you laughing but most of all the Christian man he was. I pray that God will wrap His Loving arms around you and give you peace and comfort that only He can give. We watch his funeral on the computer during these trying times. With deepest Sympathy, Malcolm & Pat Thomas

Janet I am so sorry to hear about Jimmy. I will be praying that will bring you peace and comfort in these days. Eddie & Linda

Janet, Angie, Brook, and all of the Pilgrim family, I am so sorry for your loss. Jimmy will remain one of the giants in my life. His kindness, generous spirit, and wicked sense of humor will always stay with me. His funeral service was a wonderful tribute to who he was and what we loved about him. Much love to all of you,Pat Zungoli

So sorry to hear about Jimmy. He was a very nice and kind person. We will keep you in our prayers. Opal Johnson

Jimmy was one of the most important people in my life. The twinkle in his eye. His laugh. His talents. His kindness. I always looked up to Jimmy and will continue to do so in heaven. My deepest sympathies to Janet, Angela, Brooke (Sweetpea) and the entire Pilgrim family. Eric Benson

My deepest condolences to your family. Jimmy was a wonderful human being, great sense of humor and always a kind word! I knew him when we all worked at the urban ent lab at Clemson and thinking of Jimmy always brings me a smile! He will be missed!Most sincerely,Jill Gordon

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Janet, Angie, Danny & Steve: We are sorry to learn of Jimmy’s passing. You have our deepest sympathy. We are praying for your comfort and strength in the days ahead. May God’s richest blessings be with you always and give you peace. Love, Randy & Doris Watson

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

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sorry to here about Jimmy we will be praying for you all.

Thoughts and prayers for you all. Love you and wish we could all be there. Please know y’all are being wrapped in love and prayers right now. Much love, Tracy

I was saddened this week to hear of Jimmy's passing. This morning, as Patti prepared our Easter meal, we reminisced while listening to old Glenn Campbell tunes. One titled "Ain't it funny how time slips away" took me back to my youth. I spent many hours of it at the Pilgrim home. Jimmy was what folks call today a roll model for me. Jimmy, Danny, Steve and myself played basketball in that barnyard, literally, that would make a final four team nervous. The first basketball game I ever saw in Littlejohn was at the invite of Jimmy. Jimmy had a wit like none I've ever known an was the slickest checker player who ever played the game. He encouraged me to always do my best and I suppose he was like an older brother. Steve, Danny, Janet, Angie, he will be missed. Love you all, sincerely, Mike Ferguson

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Janet, I was so sorry to hear of Jimmys death. I will always cherish the time we worked together in the NG at Clemson. He was always so comical and a little mischievous as well, but there was never a dull moment. Great guy, great friend but most important a man of God. I pray that God will be ever near and dear to you and all the family in the days to come, Blessing, Ray & Gail Collins

So very sorry for your loss of Jimmy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Wilma C. Burkett Six Mile

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.