Death date: Nov 7, 2018
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Mr. Donald Clifton Vaughn, Jr., 40, of Indian Land, passed away Wednesday, November 7, 2018. He was born September 10, 1978 in Lancaster, a son of Donald Clifton Vaughn, Sr. and Patti Snipes Vaughn. Cliff was a loving and devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend to many. Having lived most of his life in Lancaster, he was an avid baseball player and fan, as well as a devoted Carolina Gamecock fan. Full of an energetic personality and a witty sense of humor, Cliff enjoyed spending his time being with his friends and loved ones, as well as coaching baseball. He invested the majority of his time and devotion to his family, for his family was the most important part of his life.A service to celebrate the life of Mr. Vaughn will be held Saturday, November 10, 2018 at 3 p.m. at the Chapel of Lancaster Funeral Home with the Rev. Joel McMakin officiating.Mr. Vaughn is survived by his wife, Laurie W. Vaughn; a daughter, Emily Virginia Vaughn and a son, Christian McGowan Vaughn both of the home; his parents, Donald Clifton Vaughn, Sr. and Patti Snipes Vaughn of Lancaster; a brother, Jason Lee Vaughn and his wife Jill of Simpsonville; a sister, Christy Ann Vaughn of Lancaster; his grandmother, Ivalee Virginia Vaughn of Lancaster; and his nieces and nephews, Ava Jane Vaughn Aaden Vaughn, Lynch Vaughn, Elizabeth Steen, Lauren Steen, Grayson Vaughn, Sarah Elizabeth Wendt, Brooke Wendt, and Colton Wendt.The family will receive friends from 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Lancaster Funeral Home.Lancaster Funeral Home & Cremation Service is serving the family of Mr. Vaughn.Read Obituary
I was one of the student athletic trainers for the LHS baseball team and there was one game where it was super cold and I didn't bring my jacket. Cliff was the only one willing to stay cold and handed me his jacket with that BIG SMILE of his!! He was one of the nicest and sweetest guy I've known!!!
Not that I am cool at all now, but I would not have half the good parts of my personality if it wasn't for Cliff. As a shy guy in the early years of high school, Cliff put in extra effort to invite me to things that I would otherwise never been invited to. He was always, in my opinion, the coolest and most fun guy at the party. He almost always had a smile on his face and made us laugh on the baseball bus even after taking the worst beatings by the sorriest teams. I still use, from time to time, some of his most hilarious quotes; probably in an effort to be as charismatic as he was, which I'm sure I will never be. However, I am a better person because of you, Cliff, and I will never forget that.
I must also say how much I respect the tightness of the Vaughn family. I catch hell every now and then for being so close with my mother, but I never let it bother me because I think that's the way its supposed to be. The only other guys I have ever known to have that same connection with their family are Cliff and Jason Vaughn. They, like me, have stayed close with their family even after going to college and starting a new life. I respect that so much.
I'm sorry if this is a long post, but Cliff deserves it and I will never get the chance to tell him...
Cliff, I love you and all you did for me. I'm so sorry we didn't stay close over the years. I will regret that forever, but hopefully I will see you again in Heaven. The God I believe in would have no choice but to let you in.
Sincerely, Jon D. Beaumont
Patti and Donald, I am so sorry about Cliff. I know your hearts are broken. I am thinking of you.
Laurie I know there is nothing anyone can say to help so just know you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything we can do from the Greensboro RSM family or that I can do for you - please let me know. Prayers and hugs to you my friend. I wish I could help.
Clif was a great art student with spirited creativity that was admired by all.
Rest in peace and God Bless the family.
Patricia lyles and family
Praying for the Vaughn Family....sending love
Dear Laurie:
We have sweet memories of you and of meeting Cliff at your lovely wedding. We send all the love we can muster. May the Lord hold you close as you journey through this pain. We were so very sorry to hear the news today at church.
Love and Prayers,
David and Linda Lorick
Columbia, SC
