Jimmy Ray Tallent, of Murrells Inlet, SC (formerly from Spartanburg, SC), peacefully entered into
eternal rest at his home, Saturday, May 11, 2024. He was born November 18, 1960, to Jessie and
Rebecca Tallent in Spartanburg, SC.
Jimmy is survived by his wife, Stephanie Rainey Tallent and one daughter, Lacey Prim, her husband,
Austin Prim and their son, Jasper Prim who is due to make his appearance on June 6th, 2024. He was
so proud of Lacey and overjoyed when he learned he was going to have his first grandchild this year.
He is also survived by his constant canine companion, Scruffy, whom he adored.
He is also survived by one sister, Kandi Raines and husband, Lee Raines, as well as multiple nieces and
nephews, aunts and uncles and cousins.
He was predeceased by his parents, a sister, Lisa Ann Godfrey and a brother, Mark Jeffrey
Tallent.
Jimmy attended Boiling Springs High School. He went to work at The Flounder Fish Camp then
worked at The Tadpole Fish Camp in Greer, SC as the manager. He became the owner in 1996 until
his retirement in 2022. This was his livelihood and passion. He had a servant’s heart and gave back
to his community in numerous ways. He was always striving to make someone else’s life better
than it was before he knew them. All that knew Jimmy loved him and called him “Friend”. He
employed multiple young people over the years and gave them chances when no one else would.
The Tadpole Family reaches far and wide, because of him and he left an impact on everyone he
met. He was a gentle giant. Jimmy was an avid golfer, and he cherished his friends in his “Tuesday”
golf group as well as other groups that he took part in.
There will be a memorial service in Jimmy’s honor on Thursday, May 23rd, 2024 at Emmanuel Baptist
Church at 3000 Stone Station Rd., Roebuck, SC from 6:00 to 8:00 pm with visitation afterwards.
There will also be a Celebration of Life on Monday, May 20th, 2024 (Jimmy and Stephanie’s 14th wedding
Anniversary) at Garden City Beach Bar & Grill at 120 Atlantic Avenue, Murrells Inlet, SC at 6:00 pm.
Memorials may be made to Emmanuel Baptist Church. The families are at their respective homes.

Cremation Services Direct (843-651-1194) is proudly assisting the family with the arrangements.