John Calvin Fair Obituary in Spartanburg at J.W. Woodward Funeral Home

Obituary For John Calvin Fair

John C. Fair of Spartanburg, SC entered into eternal rest on February 3, 2023. A native of Spartanburg County. He was the son of the late Mr. Dewey Lee Fair and Mrs. Jimmy Nora Smith Fair. Mr. Fair joined The Mt. Calvary Baptist Church of Cross Anchor and was a supporter of it and The Friendship Baptist Church until he was called home. He was a kind and caring person. John was predeceased by: two brothers, Johnny Fair; Jome (Duke) Fair; and one sister, Myrtle Lee Jones. Left to cherish fond and loving memories are: his wife, Sarah M. Moore Fair; his two sons, B. Jerome Elmore of OH and M. William Lockett of Spartanburg, SC; his three nephews, Curtis (Robin) Fair of Chester, VA, Terry (Gloria) Jones of Simpsonville, SC and Jome Fair of NY; his niece, Carolyn Simpson of SC; his two sisters-in-law, Avenelle Fair of Laurens, SC and Alice P. Moore of Philadelphia, PA; one brother-in-law, D. Frank (Mary) Moore of Lyman, SC; and a host of a cousin, other relatives and friends. He was a Veteran of the Vietnam War where he was wounded for his bravery and was awarded three purple hearts one with Oak Leaf Clover. He also received The Army Commendation Medal and was honored by The Spartanburg County Hall of Heroes 2022 for his Service in the United States Military. Services will be held on Thursday, February 9, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel, 602 Howard St., Spartanburg, SC. Burial will be in the Westwood Memorial Gardens.

Special Thanks to... Pastor MA Glenn and the Friendship Baptist Church family, Pastor William Smith, Pastor Elect K. Posey and the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church family, Minister Cecily White and Elder Jay Bond.

To all who gave food, flowers, monetary gifts, calls, visits, amazing cards or anything else you did for us. THANK YOU.

To those who were there, at the beginning, during and to the end... Kim (William) Styles, Cecilia (Robbie) Stephenson, Curtis (Robin) Fair, Terry (Gloria) Jones, Betty (Jackie) Glenn, Teresa Byrd and Carlton Talley.

To those who came from near and far. Granddaughter and Great-granddaughter, Nicollette Aza Odis.

My three sisters: Alice, Mattie, Renee.

Wonderful Friend, Diane Odis.

The flower bearers and pall bearers.

God, the Father loves kind people and so do I, I thank one and we all thank all.

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My condolences and prayers go to the family. My heart is sand to hear of passing of Mr. Fair. I had the opportunity work with Mr. Fair in the past at Callaham -Hick Funeral Home Over the past year's him I built a great friendship. He will truly be miss. Family you are in my prayers 🙏

The Hill and Monroe Family sends Heartfelt Prayers and Condolences.

The Hill and Monroe Family sends Prayers and Condolences to the Family.

Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs. We are so sorry for your loss.
With sympathy, Arleen and Larry Newett( Terry Jones's Brother in Law and Sister in Law)

Arleen Newett

William, we were saddened to hear of your father's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, my childhood friend. Jacqueline Lyles Kersey

We were sadden to learn of the passing of John. So many memories of the Fair family when we once were neighbors. Seemed like we were family. I will always hold those memories close. Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs and sharing in your sadness as you remember John.
Fannie Loree Briggs & /family Cross Anchor, SC

We are so sorry that this fine gentleman has passed away. We send our deepest sympathy to his family. Ottis and Vanessa Allen.

We were sad to hear of JC's passing. He was a true gentleman. The Pearson Family of Enoree SC

I'm so sorry to hear of Johns passing. You guys were someone very special to me and my kids. Just remember that if you need me I'm here even though it's been awhile since we talked. Love you Shirley Foster Bartley

Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Coleman family

Uncle John was not only an American hero but he was my personal hero, my mentor and the one who molded me into the man I am today. I will always respect and honor his memories and the time we shared.I love you Aunt Sarah and will always be there for you. Love Curtis

The Bonds family send our condolences during this difficult time.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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