Shirley “Bennett” Rhymer

April 21, 1946 - April 12, 2021

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Thursday 4/15, 12:00 pm - 1:45 pm

Mauldin United Methodist Church Spirit Center

Thursday 4/15, 2:00 pm

Shirley Bennett Rhymer, 74, of Greenville, loving wife of William Eugene “Gene” Rhymer, died Monday, April 12, 2021.

A native of Winnsboro, SC, she was the daughter of the late James and Doris Shaw Bennett.

Shirley was a graduate of Winnsboro High School and Winthrop University.

In addition to her husband of almost 52 years, she is survived by her daughter, Lacey Cobb (Matt); two sons, Scott Rhymer (Ann), Michael Rhymer (Amy); six grandchildren to whom she was MiMi, Taylor and Megan Rhymer, Callie and Cayden Rhymer, and Carson and Ethan Cobb; two sisters, Pam Bennett and Ginger Weigle; brother, Jimmy Bennett; nieces and nephews; and numerous Shaw cousins.

Shirley enjoyed a loving and fun filled childhood in Winnsboro, South Carolina. She played basketball and was a cheerleader throughout school, and she sang in the church choir. Shirley’s main passion was raising her family, which she devotionally did as the family moved from Lexington and then to Greenville. She most enjoyed spending time with family on the beach, at the lake, or at Clemson University. She was an avid fan of ALL things Clemson including the University, all athletic teams, and the city in general! She was a loyal and hard worker as a medical transcriptionist for over 40 years.

A visitation will be held Thursday, April 15, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. until 1:45 p.m. at Mauldin United Methodist Church Gym followed by the Funeral Service at 2:00 p.m. in the Church Spirit Center. Burial will be in Woodlawn Memorial Park. All attendees are strongly encouraged to wear masks and follow CDC guidelines on social distancing.

The family would like to send a special thanks to Brookdale Pelham Skilled Nursing, Easley Place Skilled Nursing, and Brookdale Hospice for their incredible love and care these past several years.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, https://act.alz.org/site/Donation , or to Gordon Memorial United Methodist Church, https://gordonmemorialwinnsboro.org/.

Mauldin united Methodist Church Gym

Thursday 4/15, 12:00 pm - 1:45 pm

Mauldin United Methodist Church Spirit Center

Thursday 4/15, 2:00 pm

Shirley Bennett Rhymer, 74, of Greenville, loving wife of William Eugene “Gene” Rhymer, died Monday, April 12, 2021. A native of Winnsboro, SC, she was the daughter of the late James and Doris Shaw Bennett. Shirley was a graduate of Winnsboro High School and Winthrop University. In addition to her husband of almost 52 years,Continue Reading

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I’m so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.

Gene, Sending our prayers and love to you and family.

Mrs. Rhymer was always so so sweet! I remember one summer she even let us use her pool while they were at the lake! What a treat that was. She always smiled at me and asked how I was doing. When I went over to hang out with Michael she was so very welcoming. She was such a warm, lovely, sweet sweet person. I am so thankful she was our neighbor. Hugs to everyone Ashley

I remember Shirley's sweet smile and always so warm and welcoming to me growing up! I remember her waving across the street to me, driving carpool and SO very loving overall. She will be missed dearly and I'm thankful to have those warm memories of her to cherish. Love to you all!! Lindsey (Holder) Rinehart

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

It was always a joyous event for us to sit next to Shirley, Gene and their wonderful children at Clemson Football games for 20 plus years. We eagerly watched the children grow from tykes to adulthood, a living tribute to Shirley and Gene. Our friendship with Shirley and the Rhymer Family is unending! John & Doris Hefner

Oh where to start! So many memories. Shirley is one of the Shaw cousins. She always had the beautiful smiles. Sunday school and singing in the choir, MYF group and scrounging around for what money we had and putting gas in her yellow mustang convertible and riding around the little town of Winnsboro. Truly loved Shirley like a sister. Thanks for these memories and so many more. The world was a better place with you in it. Patsy and Hugh

Shirley was a wonderful, kind person and a great person to have as a best friend in high school. We travelled up and down the road to Clemson for many years and carpooled to work in Columbia. I loved her like a sister❤️

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So sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

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