John Vernon Black

John is survived by his loving wife Susan Smith Black; his parents Vernon and Edith Black; his children Craig D. Records, Brittany P. Black, and Tyla M. Mcannay; his grandchildren Tucker Lashley, Ellie Lashley, and Philip Frock; his siblings Bonnie Ashley (Gene Ashley), and Michael Black (Sheila Black); as well as many nieces, nephews, and several very special friends.

John is proceeded in death by his paternal grandparents Vernon F. Black and Cleo H. Black Fallow; and his maternal grandparents John skipper and Nellie Skipper.

John was a uniquely expressive person who had a creative mind and loved to build things. He was a magnificently detailed artist who not only showcased his designs on paper but has left his mark on countless others all over the world through his skill and passion as a tattoo artist. He was very instrumental in the legalizing tattooing in South Carolina and shedding light on this form of art. John also loved to build scale models beginning at an early age. He built and sold tattoo machines that are used around the world. John had many hobbies but none greater than the love he had for his family.

A visitation will be held for John at Carolina Memorial Funeral Home on Friday August 4th, 2023 at 10:00am am with a chapel memorial service to follow at 11:00am. 7113 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29406.

In lieu of flowers the family as kindly asked that you make a donation to The Childhood Leukemia Foundation.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.carolinamemorial.com for the Black family.