Harold "Clarence" Malcom

Harold “Clarence” Malcom, age 72, of Evans, GA, went to be with the Lord on February 11th, 2026. He died peacefully in his home and was surrounded by his beloved family. Born February 20th, 1953, in Augusta, GA, Clarence lived a life marked by steady devotion—to his family, his work, his friends, and his faith. He was a man of character: faithful, hardworking, ambitious, funny, kind, principled, and those who knew him will remember his radiant personality, his love for cars, and his devotion to his family. Clarence started his professional life as a laborer at Continental Can Paper Mill where he spent 48 years of service. He worked his way up to Senior Control Room Operator in Coating and Additives, where he truly enjoyed working with each and every person on his crew. Additionally, he owned and operated Southern Paint & Body and Malcom Auto Sales for over 25 years. He enjoyed working and he didn’t want to retire! Clarence spent his life building a legacy that had nothing to do with titles—and everything to do with love. He was a husband/Daddy/Big Daddy/friend who could and would do anything for anyone, loved going to car shows with his son, and loved spending time at the beach, especially his favorite place, Key West. Clarence was an avid water-skier and enjoyed camping at the lake with his friends and family. He was a lover of old cars, old trucks, and especially Corvettes, where he loved cruising with fellow members of the Grumpy Old Men Corvette Club (GOMCC). He had an infectious personality and was a strong man with a soft heart. He was a generous man that constantly made others laugh and had a way of making ordinary days feel special. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Edna and Jim Halverson, and granddaughter, Mackenzie Jo Malcom. He is survived by his high school sweetheart of 55 years, Karen Malcom; his children, Chris Malcom and wife, Andee of Evans, GA, Jennifer Reeves and husband, Larry of Trenton, SC, and Allyson Fralish and husband, Chris of Thomasville, GA; his grandchildren, Kaitlyn Hasty and husband, Cameron, Kristin Lewis, Ethan Fralish, Avery Fralish, Madison Malcom, Everett Fralish, and Riley Malcom; his great-grandson, Hudson Hasty, who brought him great joy; his parents, Lloyd and Christine Malcom; and his siblings, Mark Malcom, Jeff Malcom, and Scott Malcom. A celebration of Clarence’s life will be held February 20th, 2026 (Clarence’s birthday) at 2pm at Wesley United Methodist Church with Rev. Greg Porterfield and Rev. Mac Enfinger officiating. A reception will be held at the church immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to your mission of choice at Wesley United Methodist Church, where Clarence was a charter member. He was an active member of the Cornerstone Sunday School class and valued the fellowship and community of everyone at Wesley. We would like to thank Bristol Hospice, especially Alison and Elizabeth, who became a significant part of our family due to the kindness, love, and care that they showed, not only Clarence, but the entire family over the past several months. We will miss him deeply—and we will carry forward the fruits of the spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, gentleness, and self-control, that he exuded every single day. Chance and Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA 30906 www.chanceandhydrick.com

Harold "Clarence" Malcom

February 20, 1953 - February 11, 2026