Carroll Hankinson

Obituary of Carroll Franklin Hankinson

Carroll Franklin Hankinson, 80, passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 9, 2021. Mr. Hankinson was born in Wagner, South Carolina to the late Charles Leroy Hankinson and Catherine Elizabeth Hankinson. 

He is survived by his son, Joseph Hankinson, Sr. (Karen); his daughter, Patricia LeBecq (Chris); his seven grandchildren: Joey, Whitney, Aaron, Ryan, Leanna, Kayla and Kaitlyn; and six great-grandchildren: Emma, Owen, Brian, Lily, Daisy, Roseanna. He is also survived by his sister, Belle Harris; his brother, James Hankinson; and many nieces and nephews. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Charlie, Olin, and Leroy; and sisters, Mary Cromer, and Margie Moore; and great-grandson Nikolia Russell.

Mr. Hankinson was a loving and devoted son, brother, father, and grandfather. He was hard working, generous, loving and kind to all. Mr. Hankinson is a veteran of the Vietnam War, where he served with C Battery of 5th Battalion 22nd Artillery Regiment. Before retiring, Mr. Hankinson worked as a contractor and was known to be able to fix anything. He most looked forward to spending quality time with his children and grandchildren. He also loved Gamecock Football, fishing, gardening and being outdoors.

A private memorial service will take place at a later date. 

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