Lavant Padgett

Liberty, SC

Houston Lavant Padgett, age 78, of Liberty, SC passed away on February 4, 2026. Lavant was born on January 8, 1948, in Walhalla, SC to Joe and Edith Padgett.

Along with his family, Lavant moved to Pickens, SC in sixth grade, where he graduated from Pickens High School in 1967. He began working for Winn-Dixie as a teenager and, after 30 years of service, he retired in 2004. Lavant returned to work at Duke Power. Years later, he began attending Tri-County Technical College in pursuit of an Associates Degree.

Lavant is survived by his wife of 58 years, Kay Padgett, two sons, Steve Padgett (Michelle) and Nick Padgett (Brittany), and his brother, Joe Padgett (Faye). Lavant was a dedicated grandfather to: Bailey, Riley, Ella, and Beau. He was predeceased by two sisters; Patsy Connelly and Faye Durham.

Lavant was loved by all, his light touched many lives. He was a man of God who befriended and mentored many. He served as a city of Liberty councilman for eleven years. Lavant strived to do the best for Liberty and wanted to see the city prosper. Lavant was a faithful member of East Side Baptist Church, serving as a former deacon, usher, and security member.

The family will host a memorial service 2:00 pn Sunday, February 8, 2026, at East Side Baptist Church, 920 Anderson Dr, Liberty, SC. Following the service the family will greet with friends and relatives.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to East Side Baptist Church Capital Improvement Fund, 920 Anderson Drive, Liberty SC 29657.

To share a memory or leave a condolence for the family please visit www.libertymortuary.com. Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements.

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