Johnsonville, SC

Louallen Edward "L.E." Ard, 87, widower of Marilyn Wise Ard, went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 25, 2021.

Mr. Ard was born on September 7, 1933, in the Hannah Community of Florence County, son of the late Louallen Murray Ard and Everette Filyaw Ard. He was affectionately known by his friends and family as "L.E." and "Papa". He was retired from Charles Ingram Lumber Company and was a charter member of Mill Branch Free Will Baptist Church. Mr. Ard was a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Mr. Ard enjoyed his annual family vacations to the beach and the mountains. He had a special love for music and enjoyed sharing his music with family and friends as well as singing in church. He had many talents, including playing the piano, guitar, and a variety of stringed instruments. He was a member of the Southeastern Bluegrass Association for many years and was known as "Big Brother" to many. Mr. Ard also cheerfully volunteered for McLeod Health for many years, making lifelong friends.

A message from the family of Mr. L.E. Ard: "Words are not enough to express the gratitude we feel for your many acts of kindness shown to our family. May you all know that you have a special place in our hearts. Thank you to McLeod Hospice for their support during this time. May God bless each of you."

Mr. Ard is survived by his children, Carroll E. (Virginia) Ard, Sharon A. (Rev. Craig) Cribb, Susan A. (William Coleman) Baxley, Clark M. (Sandy) Ard, and Chann E. (Kimberly) Ard; 8 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; a sister, Geraldine McClanahan; and brothers, Laurin Ard and Wayne Ard.

He was predeceased by a great-grandson, Samuel E. Ard; sister, Olean Foxworth; and brothers, Nellon Ard, Sauls Vernon Ard, and Lew Elton Ard.

A service of love and remembrance will be held on Sunday, June 27, 2021, at 4 PM, at Mill Branch Free Will Baptist Church. Burial, directed by Morris Funeral Home of Hemingway, SC, will be at Mill Branch Cemetery, 250 Evans Road, Johnsonville, SC 29555.

The family will receive friends from 2 PM until 4 PM on Sunday, June 27, 2021, at Mill Branch Free Will Baptist Church, 224 Evans Road, Johnsonville, SC 29555.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, please use good judgment and practice social distancing. Face coverings are recommended, but not required, for those who have not been fully vaccinated.

Memorials may be made to Mill Branch Free Will Baptist Church, 224 Evans Road, Johnsonville, SC, 29555.

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