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L.D. Dobson

11/13/1956 - 02/22/2026

Obituary For L.D. Dobson

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L.D. Dobson was born on November 13, 1956, in Hampton County, South Carolina, to the late Deacon Matthew Dobson, Sr., and the late Dorothy Kearse Dobson.

At an early age, L.D. expressed his faith and belief in God when he united with Long Branch Baptist Church, Gifford, South Carolina. He served faithfully until his health began to decline.

He received his early years of education at the Gifford – Luray and Brunson Elementary Schools. Later in life, L.D. became employed with the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT), where he worked for several years.

L.D. was a man who loved people. He was always a jokester and never met a stranger. A man of great strength who deeply loved his family. L.D. was cherished by everyone he encountered.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by (2) Brothers: Matthew Dobson, Jr., and Edward Dobson; (2) Sisters: Catherine Dobson and Judy Ann Dobson Brant.

L.D. transitioned from labor to reward on Sunday, February 22, 2026.

L.D. leaves to cherish fond memories; (1) Son: Thomas Wallace; (4) Daughters: Georgia Wallace, Tylasia Dobson, Polly Anna Boles; (3) Sisters: Mary Francis Dobson, Minnie Sue (John Frank, Sr.) Jones, and Daisy Dobson; all of Brunson, SC; (2) Brothers: LB Dobson; Brunson, SC; and Richard (Lena) Dobson; Rincon, GA; (1) Niece: Tameka Dobson; (2) Nephews: Kevin Dobson and James Williams; (2) Aunts: Janie Bowers and Janeva Deloach; both of Fairfax, SC; (1) Devoted Cousin: Deacon James Henderson; Fairfax, SC. A host of loving cousins and sympathizing 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 Dobson family lifted in prayer.

You may email condolences to: mfrileysfuneralhome@yahoo.com

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Services

Visitation

Mar
6
M.F. Riley's Memorial Chapel | Fairfax, SC

1214 S. Hampton Ave.
Fairfax, SC 29827

2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Interment

Mar
7
Long Branch Church Cemetery

922 Hope Wedd Rd.
Gifford,, SC 29923

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Funeral Service

Mar
7
Open Arms Fellowship

402 Hoover St. N.
Hampton,, SC 29924

12:00 PM
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Condolences & Tributes

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Our deepest condolences from your Goodwater family.

VERA Goodwater. Goodwaterv@yahoo.com

You will be missed by this family. My deepest condolences to our family. He's in God's hands. The Goodwater family.

VERA Goodwater. Goodwaterv@yahoo.com

L.D. You the man! God is still in control. Time to rest brother. Family, remain prayed up and my sincere condolences.

Jim Kennedy

My deepest condolences for your loss, LD will be missed by many, from Allendale to Hampton& surrounding areas. Rest well LD.

Venus B. Brooks

LD! Rest well, sending my condolences to the family!

Dot Washington

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

M.F. Riley's Funeral Home | Fairfax, SC

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