Pamela Smith Folk

COLUMBIA - A memorial service for Pamela Smith Folk, 70, will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Dunbar Funeral Home, Northeast Chapel. The family will receive friends following the service at the funeral home.

Mrs. Pamela Folk passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 in Columbia, South Carolina. Born in Ridgeland, SC, she was the daughter of JoAnn Hendricks Kegg and the late James Walter Smith, Sr. Pam lived a life filled with warmth, laughter and unwavering dedication to her family and friends.

She enjoyed the Carolina Gamecocks, spending time with her longtime canine companion Willow, interior decorating and hosting friends and families for festive gatherings. She never took life too seriously and was always up for a good joke.

Survived by brother James Walter Smith, Jr (Donna Ogle) of Myrtle Beach, SC, and niece Leslee DePaul (Ryan and Aria) of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

In addition to her father, she was predeceased by her husband, Stephen Mark Folk.

Pam wished to share a quote about how she felt she lived her life.

“Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid sideways – Chardonnay in one hand – chocolate in the other – body thoroughly used up totally worn out , and screaming WOO HOO what a ride” – George Carlin

The family wishes to thank friends and family for their unwavering support and condolences during this time.

Memories may be shared at www.dunbarfunerals.com.