Carolyn B. Inabinet

Carolyn B. Inabinet, 96, of Columbia, South Carolina, passed away on April 2, 2026.

Born in Marion, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late John and Sara Ballantine. She was one of three daughters and was preceded in death by her sisters, Sara McCutchen and Becky Miller. Mrs. Inabinet retired from the South Carolina Employment Security Commission after many years of dedicated service.

Mrs. Inabinet was an avid University of South Carolina Gamecocks fan and was well known for her cucumber sandwiches, which she delighted in sharing with family and friends. She enjoyed playing golf and traveling, especially in the company of those she loved.

A charter member of Trenholm Road United Methodist Church, she remained devoted to her faith and church community throughout her life.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, J.C. Inabinet, and her son, Jay Inabinet, and granddaughter, Kayla.

She is survived by her son, John Inabinet (Donna); her grandchildren, Ashley, Amber, Chelsea, Anna, Tyler, Jamie, and Mandy; and nine great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Monday, April 6, 2026, at the Memorial Chapel of Greenlawn Memorial Park. Visitation will begin at 1:30 p.m., followed by the service at 2:00 p.m.

Arrangements are entrusted to Thompson Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.