Dallon Weathers Jr.

Dallon was born February 18, 1949, in Orangeburg, South Carolina to Bette Hutto and Harry Dallon Weathers, Sr. He spent his boyhood with his younger brother Bruce living in many small towns in South Carolina and Georgia, following his father’s career in textiles. Despite the frequent moves, a constant and formative place in his youth were summers spent on his paternal grandparent’s farm in Duncan Chapel, SC. It was here, at his grandmother’s side, where he learned his love of cooking and feeding others. Later, in his teens, his mother married Tom Kay, whom Dallon considered a father. Bette and Tom spent their lives in the Washington, DC area, and that brought Dallon to live there for a time. It is there where he met Carey Judy, his wife of 54 years. After they married, they moved back to Columbia, SC, where they raised four children.

Dallon attended Washington High School (GA), Orangeburg High School (SC), and graduated from Yorktown High School (VA). He completed coursework at several universities and graduated from The University of South Carolina. Dallon was also proud of his service in the Army National Guard.

From banking to men’s retail to insurance, Dallon was involved in various business ventures. He joked that he was a “dabbler.” He took a hiatus from business to follow the call to attend the Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary where he earned a master’s degree. Graduating from the seminary led him to become the lay chaplain at Heathwood Hall Episcopal School, merging his calling with his core values of stewardship, teaching, and mentoring. His service there was made more meaningful because he could spend time with his children who attended. Over the years, he taught religion and history and made lifelong connections. He then became involved with the Palmetto Association of Independent Schools.

Dallon was an avid sportsman and enjoyed the outdoors. He gave back through his work for conservation as an active Life Sponsor of Ducks Unlimited as well as serving as board member for The Nature Conservancy and Congaree Land Trust.

Beyond his devotion to the outdoors, Dallon gave of himself to champion civic equality, education, and the arts. He was involved with The New Morning Foundation, The Columbia City Ballet, Trinity Cathedral, The University of South Carolina, and The University of the South.

His zeal for travel took him to New York and Chicago to buy clothing for his store, Europe for family vacations, and also included countless miles on winding country roads that often led to the coast of South Carolina. Along the way, Dallon considered himself a local and was quick to make friends. His contagious confidence and enduring charm naturally resulted in the locals taking him in as one of their own. Nowhere was it better to experience his generosity, humor, and kindness than around the kitchen table while he was cooking or after a meal.

Dallon is survived by his wife, Carey; his son H. Dallon Weathers III (Niki) of New Orleans, LA; his daughters Louisa Sabalis (Preston) and Susannah Biel (James) of Columbia, SC, and Kay Garrett (Jay) of Rowayton, CT; his grandchildren Wyla Weathers; Thomas and Frances Sabalis; Lucas and Mamie Biel; and Taylor, Bell and Jack Garrett. He is also survived by his brother, Bruce Weathers (Connie) of Columbia, TN, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Dallon will be remembered for his warmth, friendship, and the joy he brought to those fortunate enough to know him. We leave you with his enduring blessing: Peace, Love, Joy, and Forgiveness.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Congaree Land Trust or any of the other groups Dallon championed.

A service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Central Energy with a celebration to follow.

Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel, is assisting the family.