John Carl "Jack" West, Jr.
October 26, 1948 - March 25, 2020
U.S. Veteran
John C. “Jack” West, Jr. died Wednesday, March 25, 2020, due to complications from the Covid -19 virus at the age of 71. Jack was a practicing attorney and a South Carolina governmental affairs specialist.
Born and raised in Camden, S.C., he graduated from Camden High School. A graduate of The Citadel, Class of 1970, Jack served as his senior class president. He proceeded to earn his JD from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1973. Subsequently, he served honorably in the United States Army for two years.
Jack, along with Ron Fulmer, formed The State Capital Group where he specialized in governmental affairs and relations involving the South Carolina General Assembly and state agencies on behalf of his clients. In his law practice, he represented domestic and international corporate clients with regard to various business and legislative issues. Jack was formerly General Counsel to The Seibels Bruce Group, and during that period, he worked with the Legislature in redrafting auto insurance legislation which resulted in lower insurance premiums for many consumers in S.C.
A Democrat who participated in his first political campaign at an early age, Jack subsequently remained an avid observer and participant in South Carolina politics.
Jack was a member and former elder at Bethesda Presbyterian Church in Camden. He served on the advisory board for the First Community Bank in Camden; on the Boards of Directors for Associated Charities and The Central Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross; as well as serving as the former Chairman of the Kershaw County Airport Commission. He was currently serving as the Chairman of the Board for the John C. West Forum at Winthrop University.
Jack was a loving husband to Flonnie, his wife of 34 years, and a devoted father and grandfather to his children and grandchildren. He loved spending time hunting and fishing and teaching his grandchildren to love and appreciate those activities as much as he did. He was best described by many of his friends and neighbors as “a true gentleman”.
He is survived by his wife, Flonnie E. West of Camden; sons, P. Brice McKoy, Jr (Angie) of Camden; Brodie E. McKoy ( Kendall) of Charleston; a daughter, P. Kenly McKoy of Camden; eleven grandchildren; a sister, Shelton W. Bosley (Bill) of Hilton Head; and one nephew. Jack was predeceased by his parents, former Governor John C. West and Lois Rhame West and one brother, Douglas A. West.
There will be a private family burial. A memorial service to celebrate Jack’s life will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be sent to the American Red Cross of South Carolina (Palmetto S. C. Region) by visiting online www.redcross.org, or by calling 1-800-REDCROSS, or to The Winthrop University Foundation, c/o: The West Forum, 302 Tillman Hall, Rock Hill, S.C. 29733 or online at www.winthrop.edu/give.
Kornegay Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Camden lobbyist, son of ex-governor, dies from coronavirus
COLUMBIA — A longtime lobbyist and son of former Gov. John C. West died Wednesday of complications from the novel coronavirus.
John C. “Jack” West III, of Camden, was sickened last week. Family members were not immediately available, but West’s death was confirmed by state Sen. Mia McLeod, D-Columbia, and Kershaw County officials.
“Jack was extremely smart, giving and funny. He was a family man, adored his wife, kids and grandkids,” McLeod said in a text message to the Post and Courier. “If he told me something, I could count on it.”
West was a registered lobbyist for the Carolina Sporting Dog Association, SC Cities Coalition, the South Carolina Childrens’ Coalition and statewide stevedores’ association, according to Ethics Commission filings.
West was also involved with Winthrop University, overseeing the West Forum with his sister, Shelton West Bosley.
“Jack will be remembered as a tireless advocate in inspiring and educating South Carolinians to become good citizens. His impact on Winthrop cannot be understated,” interim President George Hynd said in a statement. citizens. His impact on Winthrop cannot be understated,” interim President George Hynd said in a statement.
John West (208408233)
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While a cadet at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, Mr. West was a member of Kilo Company of the Third Battalion. He was a “Legacy Cadet” being the son of former South Carolina governor, the Honorable John C. West, Sr., who was graduated from The Citadel in 1942, also a member of Kilo Company. John C. West, Jr. held cadet rank of Corporal, Sergeant, and Second Lieutenant. He was graduated in May 1970 with a bachelor of arts degree in Political Science. He was an Army contract cadet and is believed to have been commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the U. S. Army in May 1970. He attended The Citadel from his home town of Camden, South Carolina. He was a member of several school organizations including the Sphinx yearbook staff and was the assistant editor of The Guidon (an annual reference book for all incoming freshmen cadets). He was the Senior Class (1970) President and also was a member of the President’s Advisory Committee. He was a member of Pi Sigma Alpha (the National Political Science Honor Society), the Circle K Club (Kiwanis international collegiate service organization), Rod & Gun Club, and served on the Athletic Advisory Committee.
Contributor: Richard Hodges (47202450) • [email protected]
October 26, 1948 - March 25, 2020
U.S. Veteran
John C. “Jack” West, Jr. died Wednesday, March 25, 2020, due to complications from the Covid -19 virus at the age of 71. Jack was a practicing attorney and a South Carolina governmental affairs specialist.
Born and raised in Camden, S.C., he graduated from Camden High School. A graduate of The Citadel, Class of 1970, Jack served as his senior class president. He proceeded to earn his JD from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1973. Subsequently, he served honorably in the United States Army for two years.
Jack, along with Ron Fulmer, formed The State Capital Group where he specialized in governmental affairs and relations involving the South Carolina General Assembly and state agencies on behalf of his clients. In his law practice, he represented domestic and international corporate clients with regard to various business and legislative issues. Jack was formerly General Counsel to The Seibels Bruce Group, and during that period, he worked with the Legislature in redrafting auto insurance legislation which resulted in lower insurance premiums for many consumers in S.C.
A Democrat who participated in his first political campaign at an early age, Jack subsequently remained an avid observer and participant in South Carolina politics.
Jack was a member and former elder at Bethesda Presbyterian Church in Camden. He served on the advisory board for the First Community Bank in Camden; on the Boards of Directors for Associated Charities and The Central Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross; as well as serving as the former Chairman of the Kershaw County Airport Commission. He was currently serving as the Chairman of the Board for the John C. West Forum at Winthrop University.
Jack was a loving husband to Flonnie, his wife of 34 years, and a devoted father and grandfather to his children and grandchildren. He loved spending time hunting and fishing and teaching his grandchildren to love and appreciate those activities as much as he did. He was best described by many of his friends and neighbors as “a true gentleman”.
He is survived by his wife, Flonnie E. West of Camden; sons, P. Brice McKoy, Jr (Angie) of Camden; Brodie E. McKoy ( Kendall) of Charleston; a daughter, P. Kenly McKoy of Camden; eleven grandchildren; a sister, Shelton W. Bosley (Bill) of Hilton Head; and one nephew. Jack was predeceased by his parents, former Governor John C. West and Lois Rhame West and one brother, Douglas A. West.
There will be a private family burial. A memorial service to celebrate Jack’s life will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be sent to the American Red Cross of South Carolina (Palmetto S. C. Region) by visiting online www.redcross.org, or by calling 1-800-REDCROSS, or to The Winthrop University Foundation, c/o: The West Forum, 302 Tillman Hall, Rock Hill, S.C. 29733 or online at www.winthrop.edu/give.
Kornegay Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Camden lobbyist, son of ex-governor, dies from coronavirus
COLUMBIA — A longtime lobbyist and son of former Gov. John C. West died Wednesday of complications from the novel coronavirus.
John C. “Jack” West III, of Camden, was sickened last week. Family members were not immediately available, but West’s death was confirmed by state Sen. Mia McLeod, D-Columbia, and Kershaw County officials.
“Jack was extremely smart, giving and funny. He was a family man, adored his wife, kids and grandkids,” McLeod said in a text message to the Post and Courier. “If he told me something, I could count on it.”
West was a registered lobbyist for the Carolina Sporting Dog Association, SC Cities Coalition, the South Carolina Childrens’ Coalition and statewide stevedores’ association, according to Ethics Commission filings.
West was also involved with Winthrop University, overseeing the West Forum with his sister, Shelton West Bosley.
“Jack will be remembered as a tireless advocate in inspiring and educating South Carolinians to become good citizens. His impact on Winthrop cannot be understated,” interim President George Hynd said in a statement. citizens. His impact on Winthrop cannot be understated,” interim President George Hynd said in a statement.
John West (208408233)
Suggested edit: Additional info should you wish to add it... (Richard Hodges)
While a cadet at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, Mr. West was a member of Kilo Company of the Third Battalion. He was a “Legacy Cadet” being the son of former South Carolina governor, the Honorable John C. West, Sr., who was graduated from The Citadel in 1942, also a member of Kilo Company. John C. West, Jr. held cadet rank of Corporal, Sergeant, and Second Lieutenant. He was graduated in May 1970 with a bachelor of arts degree in Political Science. He was an Army contract cadet and is believed to have been commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the U. S. Army in May 1970. He attended The Citadel from his home town of Camden, South Carolina. He was a member of several school organizations including the Sphinx yearbook staff and was the assistant editor of The Guidon (an annual reference book for all incoming freshmen cadets). He was the Senior Class (1970) President and also was a member of the President’s Advisory Committee. He was a member of Pi Sigma Alpha (the National Political Science Honor Society), the Circle K Club (Kiwanis international collegiate service organization), Rod & Gun Club, and served on the Athletic Advisory Committee.
Contributor: Richard Hodges (47202450) • [email protected]
John Carl "Jack" West, Jr.
October 26, 1948 - March 25, 2020
U.S. Veteran
John C. “Jack” West, Jr. died Wednesday, March 25, 2020, due to complications from the Covid -19 virus at the age of 71. Jack was a practicing attorney and a South Carolina governmental affairs specialist.
Born and raised in Camden, S.C., he graduated from Camden High School. A graduate of The Citadel, Class of 1970, Jack served as his senior class president. He proceeded to earn his JD from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1973. Subsequently, he served honorably in the United States Army for two years.
Jack, along with Ron Fulmer, formed The State Capital Group where he specialized in governmental affairs and relations involving the South Carolina General Assembly and state agencies on behalf of his clients. In his law practice, he represented domestic and international corporate clients with regard to various business and legislative issues. Jack was formerly General Counsel to The Seibels Bruce Group, and during that period, he worked with the Legislature in redrafting auto insurance legislation which resulted in lower insurance premiums for many consumers in S.C.
A Democrat who participated in his first political campaign at an early age, Jack subsequently remained an avid observer and participant in South Carolina politics.
Jack was a member and former elder at Bethesda Presbyterian Church in Camden. He served on the advisory board for the First Community Bank in Camden; on the Boards of Directors for Associated Charities and The Central Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross; as well as serving as the former Chairman of the Kershaw County Airport Commission. He was currently serving as the Chairman of the Board for the John C. West Forum at Winthrop University.
Jack was a loving husband to Flonnie, his wife of 34 years, and a devoted father and grandfather to his children and grandchildren. He loved spending time hunting and fishing and teaching his grandchildren to love and appreciate those activities as much as he did. He was best described by many of his friends and neighbors as “a true gentleman”.
He is survived by his wife, Flonnie E. West of Camden; sons, P. Brice McKoy, Jr (Angie) of Camden; Brodie E. McKoy ( Kendall) of Charleston; a daughter, P. Kenly McKoy of Camden; eleven grandchildren; a sister, Shelton W. Bosley (Bill) of Hilton Head; and one nephew. Jack was predeceased by his parents, former Governor John C. West and Lois Rhame West and one brother, Douglas A. West.
There will be a private family burial. A memorial service to celebrate Jack’s life will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be sent to the American Red Cross of South Carolina (Palmetto S. C. Region) by visiting online www.redcross.org, or by calling 1-800-REDCROSS, or to The Winthrop University Foundation, c/o: The West Forum, 302 Tillman Hall, Rock Hill, S.C. 29733 or online at www.winthrop.edu/give.
Kornegay Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Camden lobbyist, son of ex-governor, dies from coronavirus
COLUMBIA — A longtime lobbyist and son of former Gov. John C. West died Wednesday of complications from the novel coronavirus.
John C. “Jack” West III, of Camden, was sickened last week. Family members were not immediately available, but West’s death was confirmed by state Sen. Mia McLeod, D-Columbia, and Kershaw County officials.
“Jack was extremely smart, giving and funny. He was a family man, adored his wife, kids and grandkids,” McLeod said in a text message to the Post and Courier. “If he told me something, I could count on it.”
West was a registered lobbyist for the Carolina Sporting Dog Association, SC Cities Coalition, the South Carolina Childrens’ Coalition and statewide stevedores’ association, according to Ethics Commission filings.
West was also involved with Winthrop University, overseeing the West Forum with his sister, Shelton West Bosley.
“Jack will be remembered as a tireless advocate in inspiring and educating South Carolinians to become good citizens. His impact on Winthrop cannot be understated,” interim President George Hynd said in a statement. citizens. His impact on Winthrop cannot be understated,” interim President George Hynd said in a statement.
John West (208408233)
Suggested edit: Additional info should you wish to add it... (Richard Hodges)
While a cadet at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, Mr. West was a member of Kilo Company of the Third Battalion. He was a “Legacy Cadet” being the son of former South Carolina governor, the Honorable John C. West, Sr., who was graduated from The Citadel in 1942, also a member of Kilo Company. John C. West, Jr. held cadet rank of Corporal, Sergeant, and Second Lieutenant. He was graduated in May 1970 with a bachelor of arts degree in Political Science. He was an Army contract cadet and is believed to have been commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the U. S. Army in May 1970. He attended The Citadel from his home town of Camden, South Carolina. He was a member of several school organizations including the Sphinx yearbook staff and was the assistant editor of The Guidon (an annual reference book for all incoming freshmen cadets). He was the Senior Class (1970) President and also was a member of the President’s Advisory Committee. He was a member of Pi Sigma Alpha (the National Political Science Honor Society), the Circle K Club (Kiwanis international collegiate service organization), Rod & Gun Club, and served on the Athletic Advisory Committee.
Contributor: Richard Hodges (47202450) • [email protected]
October 26, 1948 - March 25, 2020
U.S. Veteran
John C. “Jack” West, Jr. died Wednesday, March 25, 2020, due to complications from the Covid -19 virus at the age of 71. Jack was a practicing attorney and a South Carolina governmental affairs specialist.
Born and raised in Camden, S.C., he graduated from Camden High School. A graduate of The Citadel, Class of 1970, Jack served as his senior class president. He proceeded to earn his JD from the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1973. Subsequently, he served honorably in the United States Army for two years.
Jack, along with Ron Fulmer, formed The State Capital Group where he specialized in governmental affairs and relations involving the South Carolina General Assembly and state agencies on behalf of his clients. In his law practice, he represented domestic and international corporate clients with regard to various business and legislative issues. Jack was formerly General Counsel to The Seibels Bruce Group, and during that period, he worked with the Legislature in redrafting auto insurance legislation which resulted in lower insurance premiums for many consumers in S.C.
A Democrat who participated in his first political campaign at an early age, Jack subsequently remained an avid observer and participant in South Carolina politics.
Jack was a member and former elder at Bethesda Presbyterian Church in Camden. He served on the advisory board for the First Community Bank in Camden; on the Boards of Directors for Associated Charities and The Central Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross; as well as serving as the former Chairman of the Kershaw County Airport Commission. He was currently serving as the Chairman of the Board for the John C. West Forum at Winthrop University.
Jack was a loving husband to Flonnie, his wife of 34 years, and a devoted father and grandfather to his children and grandchildren. He loved spending time hunting and fishing and teaching his grandchildren to love and appreciate those activities as much as he did. He was best described by many of his friends and neighbors as “a true gentleman”.
He is survived by his wife, Flonnie E. West of Camden; sons, P. Brice McKoy, Jr (Angie) of Camden; Brodie E. McKoy ( Kendall) of Charleston; a daughter, P. Kenly McKoy of Camden; eleven grandchildren; a sister, Shelton W. Bosley (Bill) of Hilton Head; and one nephew. Jack was predeceased by his parents, former Governor John C. West and Lois Rhame West and one brother, Douglas A. West.
There will be a private family burial. A memorial service to celebrate Jack’s life will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be sent to the American Red Cross of South Carolina (Palmetto S. C. Region) by visiting online www.redcross.org, or by calling 1-800-REDCROSS, or to The Winthrop University Foundation, c/o: The West Forum, 302 Tillman Hall, Rock Hill, S.C. 29733 or online at www.winthrop.edu/give.
Kornegay Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Camden lobbyist, son of ex-governor, dies from coronavirus
COLUMBIA — A longtime lobbyist and son of former Gov. John C. West died Wednesday of complications from the novel coronavirus.
John C. “Jack” West III, of Camden, was sickened last week. Family members were not immediately available, but West’s death was confirmed by state Sen. Mia McLeod, D-Columbia, and Kershaw County officials.
“Jack was extremely smart, giving and funny. He was a family man, adored his wife, kids and grandkids,” McLeod said in a text message to the Post and Courier. “If he told me something, I could count on it.”
West was a registered lobbyist for the Carolina Sporting Dog Association, SC Cities Coalition, the South Carolina Childrens’ Coalition and statewide stevedores’ association, according to Ethics Commission filings.
West was also involved with Winthrop University, overseeing the West Forum with his sister, Shelton West Bosley.
“Jack will be remembered as a tireless advocate in inspiring and educating South Carolinians to become good citizens. His impact on Winthrop cannot be understated,” interim President George Hynd said in a statement. citizens. His impact on Winthrop cannot be understated,” interim President George Hynd said in a statement.
John West (208408233)
Suggested edit: Additional info should you wish to add it... (Richard Hodges)
While a cadet at The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, Mr. West was a member of Kilo Company of the Third Battalion. He was a “Legacy Cadet” being the son of former South Carolina governor, the Honorable John C. West, Sr., who was graduated from The Citadel in 1942, also a member of Kilo Company. John C. West, Jr. held cadet rank of Corporal, Sergeant, and Second Lieutenant. He was graduated in May 1970 with a bachelor of arts degree in Political Science. He was an Army contract cadet and is believed to have been commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the U. S. Army in May 1970. He attended The Citadel from his home town of Camden, South Carolina. He was a member of several school organizations including the Sphinx yearbook staff and was the assistant editor of The Guidon (an annual reference book for all incoming freshmen cadets). He was the Senior Class (1970) President and also was a member of the President’s Advisory Committee. He was a member of Pi Sigma Alpha (the National Political Science Honor Society), the Circle K Club (Kiwanis international collegiate service organization), Rod & Gun Club, and served on the Athletic Advisory Committee.
Contributor: Richard Hodges (47202450) • [email protected]
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