Marshall "Van" VanDyke Dabbs

September 1, 1941 - August 8, 2020

Marshall VanDyke "Van" Dabbs, age 78, passed away Saturday, August 8, 2020, surrounded by his family. Born September 1, 1941 in Concord, NC, he was the son of the late William and Nettie Dabbs. Mr. Dabbs worked in the construction industry as a heavy equipment operator. He was a very loving man who always liked to joke and make everyone laugh. He was a joy to be around and especially loved his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who called him "Pappy". Along with his parents, Mr. Dabbs is predeceased by two brothers, Harvey and Gene Dabbs and two sisters, Libby Patterson and Mary Foster. Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Etheline "Granny" Dabbs of Conway; one son, Mark Dabbs (Bonnie) of Conway; two granddaughters, Stasha Baker (Kevin) of Conway and Beth Herring (Travis) of Myrtle Beach; three great granddaughters, Ashlyn, Hannah, and Addyson; one brother, Clinton Dabbs; and three sisters, Bonnie Simerson, Patricia Johnson, and Gayle Burton. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at Hillcrest Cemetery with Rev. Frank Taylor officiating. In accordance with Covid-19 and local guidelines, face masks and social distancing must be practiced. Memorial donations may be made to Regency Hospice, 600 Garden City Connector, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576.