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Obituary For Clara Nell "Coot" Best
“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him and he shall direct thy paths.” Priverbs 3:5 - 6
Clara Nell Best was born to the late Clara Mae Jackson and the late Fred Gregory, Sr., on April 3, 1943, in Daisy, Georgia.
At an early age, she sought God’s direction, and she joined St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church.
“Coot,” as she was affectionately called, attended the public schools of Allendale County. She later moved to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to obtain a better life for herself and her family. She joined in holy matrimony to the love of her life, the late Calvin Best.
After relocating back to South Carolina, Clara spent a lot of time hanging out with the fellows on Flat Street. She was always the life of the party, and she lived life to the fullest before her health declined.
On Monday, July 28, 2025, God said, “Well done, thy good and faithful servant, you have fought a good fight, you have finished the race and have kept the faith. Come on home, my child, and take your rest.”
As she enters her new life, she will be greeted with love from her beloved husband, parents, (1) Son: David Best; (1) Grandson: Kevin Kearse; (1) Brother: Wilbur Gregory.
She leaves to cherish an astonishing legacy; (1) Daughter: Shirletta Allen; Summerville, SC; (1) Son/Caregiver: Avery (Joanna) Henly; Barnwell, SC; (4) Grandsons: Jamell (Dominica) Best; Killen, TX; Derik Allen; Allendale, SC; Marcus Allen; Atlanta, GA; Lamar Henley; Jacksonville, FL; (2) Granddaughters: Shontavia (Dennis) Sanders; Atlanta, GA; Tione Henly; Charleston, SC; (7) Great – Great Grandchildren; (1) Devoted Granddaughter: Tine Kearse; (1) Sister: Maebell White; Fairfax, SC; (1) Brother: Fred (Nettie) Gregory; Fairfax, SC; (1) Sister – In – Law: Thelma (Norman) Devoe; Adopted Family: Mary Gregory; Oklahoma; Loretta Gregory, Barbara Gregory, Lisa Gregory, Shelita Gregory, Robert Gregory, James Gregory; all of Philadelphia, PA; Anthony Gregory; Oklahoma. A host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and loving friends.
My Last Request
Please don’t say that I gave up; Don’t say I lost the battle, for it was God’s war to lose or win. Please don’t say how good I was, but that I did my best. Just say, I tried to do what’s right, to give the most I could, not less. I want no more than I deserve, no extras, just due.
“A SERVICE ABOVE SELF”
Please remember to keep the Best family lifted in prayer.
You may email condolences to: mfrileysfuneralhome@yahoo.com
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Greg and Gracie, I am sorry to hear about your aunt. My prayers will be with you and her family.
Allendale County Hospital sends our sincere condolences to the family during this time.
Heartfelt sympathy to the family. You have my deepest condolences. Dorothy Riley
This is one lady that will never be forgotten she was a great woman and will be missed 🙏 for the family.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
