AIKEN, SC—Catherine Merie Chafin (AKA Katherine), born Nov. 9, 1927, entered into rest Feb. 13, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmo and a granddaughter, Krista Marie Reeves and a great-grandson, Russ Rider. She is survived by three daughters, Kitty Brown (Bobbie), Carol Chafin, and Barbara Reeves (Paul) and one son, James Mitchell Chafin. Also surviving are a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be private. The Historic George Funeral Home, 211 Park Ave., SW, Aiken, SC 29801 (803.649.6234), has charge of arrangements.