Harriett Ellenburg Gibson Inman, SC Harriett Davis Ellenburg Gibson, aged 80, of Inman, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026. Born on March 4, 1945, Greenville, SC she was a daughter of the late Harry W. and Ruby Ferguson Davis. She lived a life filled with love, devotion, and a deep appreciation forContinue Reading
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Harriett Ellenburg Gibson
Inman, SC
Harriett Davis Ellenburg Gibson, aged 80, of Inman, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026.
Born on March 4, 1945, Greenville, SC she was a daughter of the late Harry W. and Ruby Ferguson Davis. She lived a life filled with love, devotion, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys that life had to offer.
Harriett was a cherished member of her family and will be remembered fondly for her unwavering love and support. She is survived by her beloved husband, David Gibson, and her three daughters, Tani Clark (Rick), Clancy Cole (Randy), and Andi Cahaly (Craig); her stepdaughter, Ashley Huntley (Todd). She is also survived by her dear sister, Josie Amspacher and niece Riley, and eight grandchildren, Carmen and Eliza Cole, Nash, Collins, and Creighton Cahaly, Gibson, Emma, and Ella Huntley. Harriett’s spirit will forever live on in the hearts of her family, who were her pride and joy.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Larry Ellenburg.
Harriett was a graduate of Liberty High School and was crowned the first Miss Liberty in 1963. A dedicated worker, Harriett served her community by working numerous years at Liberty Elementary School and Pickens County Educators Federal Credit Union. Her commitment to her work mirrored her dedication to her family-always striving for the best and making life a little brighter for those around her.
In her free time, Harriett found joy in the beauty of nature, often being seen tending to her flowers or swinging on her front porch. She enjoyed sharing daily phone conversations with her daughters and loved cheering on her grandchildren in all their activities. An immaculate home was her sanctuary, where she expressed her love through cleanliness and care. Harriett also had a special bond with her dogs, who brought her comfort and companionship.
Harriett’s visitation will be held at Liberty Mortuary on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 3:00 PM, followed by a memorial service at 5:00 PM in the Liberty Mortuary Chapel.
The family encourages all who knew and loved Harriett to attend and honor her memory. Her vibrant spirit and loving nature will be deeply missed, but her legacy will endure in the lives she touched. May she rest in peace.
In lieu of flowers memorials are requested to Inman First Baptist Church, Threads of Hope Ministry, 14 N. Howard Street, Inman SC 29349.
To share a memory or leave a condolence for the family please visit libertymortuary.com. Liberty Mortuary is handling arrangements.
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Karen Loflin
left a message on February 15, 2026:
Sending our sincere condolences to Harriet’s family.
I worked with Harriet for many years at Liberty Elementary. She was very dedicated to her students, co-workers and the LES school community. She had a great sense of humor and a practical , common sense approach to solving the various challenges she faced as a teaching assistant and the many hats she wore at LES.
One memory I have of Harriet…..She was very kind to my boys when they were young and would visit her family’s fireworks stand . She would always treat them well giving them a good deal for their hard-earned money. They were thrilled to come home with a little something extra that she had given them.
It’s often the little things that you remember about someone.that makes them special to you.
She will be missed.
Karen Loflin and family
Betty Dacus
left a message on February 9, 2026:
My love to the family. Such a sweet mom, sister and other family friend. Prayers for peace.
Becky Bowman
left a message on February 5, 2026:
Your Mom was a wonderful person. Had a huge heart to serve - all “her girls” were raised with such love and care, and they are also are remarkable. Prayers for whole family.
George & Bobry Jackson
left a message on February 5, 2026:
Tani, Clancy and Andi, We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. We were blessed to have known Harriett for many years as a neighbor on Mae St. and attending church at LFBC. She always had a wonderful smile for everyone. She will be missed by all the people that knew her. We can be sure that our temporary earthly homes and bodies are nothing when compared with those homes and bodies of perfection that we will one day have in heaven. Today, Harriett is certainly a recipient of restored health and a beautiful heavenly home. May God use your friends and family to give you the comfort you need as you grieve and continue to celebrate Harriett's life. Due to sickness, we will be unable to attend the service for Harriett. We will continue to remember you in our prayers. George & Bobry Jackson
Kevin Porter
left a message on February 5, 2026:
I treated Harriet in Physical Therapy in Inman. I hate to hear of her passing. She was very sweet and funny. She always worked hard. Praying for David and the family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Traci Ellenburg Bagwell
left a message on February 5, 2026:
I'm so sorry to hear about Harriett passing. Prayers are with you and your family!!
Eileen Nicholas
left a message on February 5, 2026:
Tani - I'm praying for you and your family during this difficult time. I wish I could be there. Love Eileen
Designer's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by Eileen Nicholas. Send Flowers
Anonymous
left a message on February 5, 2026:
Our hearts are broken and our prayers are with each of you during this difficult time.Jack and Kathy Gallamore and Family
Designer's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by Anonymous. Send Flowers
Rhonda, Hank, and Mary Linda Veit
left a message on February 5, 2026:
Wishing peace and comfort for all of you
Medium Dish Garden was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by Rhonda, Hank, and Mary Linda Veit. Send Flowers
Chad Finley
left a message on February 4, 2026:
So sorry for your loss.
Sincerely Chad Finley
The Dunns and Hunters
left a message on February 4, 2026:
Serene Retreat was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by The Dunns and Hunters. Send Flowers
Anonymous
left a message on February 4, 2026:
Sending love and prayers for your family. I loved Harriett and she will be missed!
White Designer's Choice was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by Anonymous. Send Flowers
Vivian McAbee
left a message on February 4, 2026:
I have not known Harriet that long but she was such an upbeat and sweet person. ALWAYS enjoyed her. Was always smiling and cheerful. RIP
Angie Turner and Jerry Hamlin
left a message on February 4, 2026:
With love and hugs,
Arrive in Style was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by Angie Turner and Jerry Hamlin. Send Flowers
Brandon and Channing Maddox
left a message on February 3, 2026:
Thinking of all of you during this difficult time
Purple Designer's Choice was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by Brandon and Channing Maddox. Send Flowers
Carolyn Sanders Keasler
left a message on February 3, 2026:
Deepest sympathy to Josie, Riley and to Harriett's family as they continue to go about their lives without her. God bless and comfort them!! Harriett was a caring and dear lady!!
Mike and Michelle (Finley) McGuinn and Ann Finley
left a message on February 3, 2026:
With love and hugs,
Basket Full of Wishes was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by Mike and Michelle (Finley) McGuinn and Ann Finley. Send Flowers
Charlotte Henderson
left a message on February 3, 2026:
Sending love and hugs.
Large Basket Garden was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by Charlotte Henderson. Send Flowers
Jan Huntley
left a message on February 3, 2026:
Prayers for all the families in the loss of their beloved Harriette.
Sherri James Collins
left a message on February 2, 2026:
So sorry to hear about your mama. I always thought she had so much class and beauty. Thinking of y’all during this time of grief.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Betty Harris
left a message on February 2, 2026:
Prayers for the family during this time.
Susan Johnson
left a message on February 2, 2026:
Harriett and I have been friends since 1st grade. Our classroom was in the basement next to the boiler room. I remember getting our polio vaccine together that year. In high school she's the one I went to to get my hair 'teased" for a special event. We shared too many of these to count. We loved going to school dances, the skating rink and homes where all our friends would gather to have fun. Most of all we loved going to football games. Our senior year we were co-drum majorettes and that made Friday nights really special. I always thought she was beautiful and wanted to look like her. I love you my friend. I'll see you soon.
Sheila, Jessica, Tanner, and Lucas Gibson
left a message on February 2, 2026:
David, we are so sorry to hear about Harriet’s passing. Our deepest condolences are with you. -Sheila, Jessica, Tanner, and Lucas Gibson (and families)
Danny Smith
left a message on February 2, 2026:
Harriet was such a dear lady ! Prayers for her family !
Liberty Mortuary & Holtzclaw Memorials
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Karen Loflin
left a message on February 15, 2026:
Sending our sincere condolences to Harriet’s family.
I worked with Harriet for many years at Liberty Elementary. She was very dedicated to her students, co-workers and the LES school community. She had a great sense of humor and a practical , common sense approach to solving the various challenges she faced as a teaching assistant and the many hats she wore at LES.
One memory I have of Harriet…..She was very kind to my boys when they were young and would visit her family’s fireworks stand . She would always treat them well giving them a good deal for their hard-earned money. They were thrilled to come home with a little something extra that she had given them.
It’s often the little things that you remember about someone.that makes them special to you.
She will be missed.
Karen Loflin and family
Betty Dacus
left a message on February 9, 2026:
My love to the family. Such a sweet mom, sister and other family friend. Prayers for peace.
Becky Bowman
left a message on February 5, 2026:
Your Mom was a wonderful person. Had a huge heart to serve - all “her girls” were raised with such love and care, and they are also are remarkable. Prayers for whole family.
George & Bobry Jackson
left a message on February 5, 2026:
Tani, Clancy and Andi, We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. We were blessed to have known Harriett for many years as a neighbor on Mae St. and attending church at LFBC. She always had a wonderful smile for everyone. She will be missed by all the people that knew her. We can be sure that our temporary earthly homes and bodies are nothing when compared with those homes and bodies of perfection that we will one day have in heaven. Today, Harriett is certainly a recipient of restored health and a beautiful heavenly home. May God use your friends and family to give you the comfort you need as you grieve and continue to celebrate Harriett's life. Due to sickness, we will be unable to attend the service for Harriett. We will continue to remember you in our prayers. George & Bobry Jackson
Kevin Porter
left a message on February 5, 2026:
I treated Harriet in Physical Therapy in Inman. I hate to hear of her passing. She was very sweet and funny. She always worked hard. Praying for David and the family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Traci Ellenburg Bagwell
left a message on February 5, 2026:
I'm so sorry to hear about Harriett passing. Prayers are with you and your family!!
Eileen Nicholas
left a message on February 5, 2026:
Tani - I'm praying for you and your family during this difficult time. I wish I could be there. Love Eileen
Designer's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by Eileen Nicholas. Send Flowers
Anonymous
left a message on February 5, 2026:
Our hearts are broken and our prayers are with each of you during this difficult time.Jack and Kathy Gallamore and Family
Designer's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by Anonymous. Send Flowers
Rhonda, Hank, and Mary Linda Veit
left a message on February 5, 2026:
Wishing peace and comfort for all of you
Medium Dish Garden was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by Rhonda, Hank, and Mary Linda Veit. Send Flowers
Chad Finley
left a message on February 4, 2026:
So sorry for your loss.
Sincerely Chad Finley
The Dunns and Hunters
left a message on February 4, 2026:
Serene Retreat was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by The Dunns and Hunters. Send Flowers
Anonymous
left a message on February 4, 2026:
Sending love and prayers for your family. I loved Harriett and she will be missed!
White Designer's Choice was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by Anonymous. Send Flowers
Vivian McAbee
left a message on February 4, 2026:
I have not known Harriet that long but she was such an upbeat and sweet person. ALWAYS enjoyed her. Was always smiling and cheerful. RIP
Angie Turner and Jerry Hamlin
left a message on February 4, 2026:
With love and hugs,
Arrive in Style was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by Angie Turner and Jerry Hamlin. Send Flowers
Brandon and Channing Maddox
left a message on February 3, 2026:
Thinking of all of you during this difficult time
Purple Designer's Choice was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by Brandon and Channing Maddox. Send Flowers
Carolyn Sanders Keasler
left a message on February 3, 2026:
Deepest sympathy to Josie, Riley and to Harriett's family as they continue to go about their lives without her. God bless and comfort them!! Harriett was a caring and dear lady!!
Mike and Michelle (Finley) McGuinn and Ann Finley
left a message on February 3, 2026:
With love and hugs,
Basket Full of Wishes was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by Mike and Michelle (Finley) McGuinn and Ann Finley. Send Flowers
Charlotte Henderson
left a message on February 3, 2026:
Sending love and hugs.
Large Basket Garden was purchased for the family of Harriett Ellenburg Gibson by Charlotte Henderson. Send Flowers
Jan Huntley
left a message on February 3, 2026:
Prayers for all the families in the loss of their beloved Harriette.
Sherri James Collins
left a message on February 2, 2026:
So sorry to hear about your mama. I always thought she had so much class and beauty. Thinking of y’all during this time of grief.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Betty Harris
left a message on February 2, 2026:
Prayers for the family during this time.
Susan Johnson
left a message on February 2, 2026:
Harriett and I have been friends since 1st grade. Our classroom was in the basement next to the boiler room. I remember getting our polio vaccine together that year. In high school she's the one I went to to get my hair 'teased" for a special event. We shared too many of these to count. We loved going to school dances, the skating rink and homes where all our friends would gather to have fun. Most of all we loved going to football games. Our senior year we were co-drum majorettes and that made Friday nights really special. I always thought she was beautiful and wanted to look like her. I love you my friend. I'll see you soon.
Sheila, Jessica, Tanner, and Lucas Gibson
left a message on February 2, 2026:
David, we are so sorry to hear about Harriet’s passing. Our deepest condolences are with you. -Sheila, Jessica, Tanner, and Lucas Gibson (and families)
Danny Smith
left a message on February 2, 2026:
Harriet was such a dear lady ! Prayers for her family !
Liberty Mortuary & Holtzclaw Memorials
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