Michael "Mike" Roy Elmore

Cheraw, SC

Michael "Mike" Roy Elmore, age 68, passed away on May 27, 2023.

Mike was born on September 17, 1954, in Florence, South Carolina, the son of the late L.E. "Louie" Elmore, Jr., and Harriet B. Elmore. A passionate golfer, Mike found great pleasure in playing the sport with his sons and friends.

As a dedicated member of the First United Methodist Church of Cheraw, Mike’s service on numerous committees was a testament to his dedication for helping others and living a life of compassion.

Professionally, Mike dedicated 39 years of his life to the Schaeffler Group in Cheraw where his tireless work ethic made him a valued member of the organization.

In his final months, Mike selflessly participated in research studies conducted by the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL. His noble act aimed to assist future patients suffering from frontotemporal dementia, ALS and related neurological illnesses.

Mike Elmore will be remembered for his unwavering love, his kind heart, and his dedication to his family, faith, and community. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

In addition to his father, Mike was preceded in death by his brothers Robbie and Frank.

In addition to his mother, listed above, he is survived by his wife of 40 years Debbie, sons: Baker (Anna) of Washington, DC, McCuen (Lauren) of Lancaster, SC, brother; Ken of Jacksonville, FL; sister-in-laws Lee of Greenville, SC, Kathy (Harry) and Sandra (Scott) both of Columbia, SC and numerous nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at First United Methodist Church in Cheraw, SC.  Burial will follow in Saint David’s Cemetery in Cheraw, SC.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. just prior to the service on Tuesday, in the Parlor of First United Methodist Church in Cheraw.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial gifts on Mike’s behalf be designated for ALS Research at the Mayo Clinic in Florida, under the direction of Dr. Bjorn Oskarsson. Department of Development, Mayo Clinic, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905; www.mayoclinic.org/development (designated for ALS Research at the Mayo Clinic in Florida, under the direction of Dr. Bjorn Oskarsson). 

Kiser Funeral Home has been entrusted to serve the Elmore family in their time of grief.

Online condolences may be made at www.kiserfuneralhome.com.