Margaret Rossi McLemore, 96, of Columbia, formerly of (Lake Murray) Prosperity, died Sunday, October 8, 2017 with her loving daughter and granddaughter by her side. Her eyes widened, crystal clear as she stared out the window to the heavens above and with a soft breath, entered eternal peace. Born on March 29, 1921 to Italian immigrants, Attillio and Concetta Paolino Rossi in Lawrence, MA, Margaret was the last surviving child of their six children. Mrs. McLemore attended Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in her earlier years. She enjoyed living on Lake Murray and would often sit until early morning fishing. Margaret had a wonderful sense of humor and was known to many for her thoughtfulness and gathering everyone close to her. She is survived by her daughter, Debbie Galvin of Columbia; son, Ray McLemore of Leesville; grandchildren, Thomas McLemore, Christopher McLemore, and Marie Counts; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and siblings, she was predeceased by her husband, Thomas "Mac" Ray "Buddy" McLemore, Sr. Graveside funeral services will be conducted at Newberry Memorial Gardens on Friday, October 13, 2017at 2:00PM by Deacon John Stetar. Memorials are suggested St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, PO Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148. Debbie expresses her sincere gratitude to: Steve Parrott of Retire Ease for his guidance and to his staff for their wonderful care while her mother resided in her home; to the incredible nurses, chaplain, social worker and caregivers of Heartstrings Hospice for their in-home and facility care; and to everyone at the Haven in the Summit to include custodial staff, kitchen staff, daily care givers, and fellow huggers. Your smiles, hugs, and best wishes will never be forgotten. Memories and condolences may be sent to the family at www.whitakerfuneralhome.com. Whitaker Funeral Home of Newberry is assisting the family.