Funeral services for Mr. Christopher Donaldson, 44, of Orangeburg, will be held 2:30pm, Saturday, October 14, 2023, at Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory of Orangeburg, with interment to follow in Gethsemane Memorial Gardens.

Christopher Corey (Chris) Donaldson was born on August 29, 1979, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and peacefully departed this life after a brief illness at the Medical University of South Carolina in Orangeburg, South Carolina on October 7, 2023, with his family at his bedside. Chris, was the beloved son of the late Cynthia Beatrice Lambright-Dozier and late Cecil Corey Donaldson.

He graduated from Orangeburg Wilkinson High School in 1999. Chris received his Associate degree in Business from Roxbury Community College and a certification in Automotive from Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College. At an early age, he became a member of Greater Faith Baptist Church in Orangeburg, South Carolina. Chris began his career in automotive with Superior Auto in 2000. Upon venturing out Chris become the founder of Custom Motors Auto & Reality LLC in 2002.

To cherish his memories, Chris leaves his beloved companion and best friend Demovia Gooden, and his bonus daughters Demontria and Alexzandria. One aunt Marcelles Soto of Brockton, Massachusetts and two uncles, Eddie Lambright of Garland, Texas and Luther Lambright of Oakcliff, Texas,; two special cousins M. Surenia Lambright of Ennis, Texas, and Reginald Kennerly-Lambright of Orangeburg, South Carolina. Two devoted friends never leaving Chris’ side Tremanie Scott and Jerome Loynes and a host of loving cousins, and friends.

Chris had many passions. He loved fishing, boating, motorcycle riding, traveling, and playing the drums. He was always the hype man when deejaying with friends. He was an entrepreneur, flipping houses and trading cars. He was an avid Philadelphia Eagles and Carolina Gamecock fan. He could be seen wearing a shirt or hat representing his teams.

Most of all, Chris will be remembered for his dedication to this family and friends. His genuine concern for others made him treasured jewel in the community. Chris’ legacy is one of love, kindness, and commitment to all who knew him.

Visitation will be held Friday, October 13, 2023 from 2:00pm-6:00pm

Family and friends may call Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory of Orangeburg.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.simmonsfuneralhome.com