Mr. James Virgil Lamb Jr.

There will be a public visitation starting at 10:30 AM until a funeral service starts at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 23rd, 2026 at the Carolina Memorial Funeral Home, 7113 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC 29406. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Born in Charleston, South Carolina, Virgil spent most of his life in North Charleston before later making his home in Goose Creek. A lifelong Lowcountry resident, he enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, boating, and riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle.

Virgil was a dedicated electrician who spent many years working in the electrical industry. He worked for H.R. Allen for many years before joining Gatch Electrical Contractors, Inc., in July 2000, where he continued his career until his retirement in February 2017. Throughout his career, he worked on numerous projects in the Charleston area, including the iconic Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge. He took pride in his work and the friendships he made along the way.

Some of Virgil’s fondest memories were made outdoors and on the water. He shared his love of hunting and fishing with his sons from an early age, taking them along on countless outings and passing down traditions that would continue through generations. He also spent countless hours driving the family boat while his boys learned to water ski, patiently giving them the time and opportunity to enjoy the water as much as he did.

After retirement, Virgil enjoyed another special chapter in his life when he reconnected with his high school sweetheart, Paddy Hunt. Their relationship eventually led to an engagement, bringing their story full circle after so many years. He continued enjoying the things he loved, including riding his Harley, spending time outdoors, and making his regular visits to Montana’s restaurant, where he could often be found twice a week.

Virgil is survived by his loving fiancée, Paddy Hunt; his sons, Jason Edward Lamb and Justin Daniel Lamb; his daughters-in-law, Dani Lamb, Nikki Lamb, and Natasha Lamb, wife of his late son Jamie; his older brother, Donald Lamb; his grandchildren, Tyler Lamb and his wife Spencer, Ashton Lamb, Auburn Ieradi and her husband Bobby, Courtney Bell and her husband Jared, and JD Lamb and Nodiah; and his great-grandchildren, Sienna Ieradi and Sawyer Lamb.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James Virgil Lamb Sr. and Mary Lamb; his son, James Virgil Lamb III, lovingly known as Jamie; and his former wife, Catherine Lamb, the mother of his children.

Virgil leaves behind a lifetime of memories, lessons, laughter, and stories that will continue to be shared by those who knew and loved him. His legacy lives on through his family, the traditions he passed down, and the many memories made together.

He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.