Mae was born on May 9, 1936, in Pickens County to the late Wydman and Edna Browning. She was a homemaker who loved God, her family, and her home. She was a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church in Easley. She loved listening to gospel music; reading poetry and books, especially her Bible.
Mae is survived by her three daughters: Linda Wade of Easley, SC, Patricia LaChance (Jeff) of Orlando, FL, and Julie Hess of Easley, SC; son Mark Chastain (Nikki) of Piedmont, SC; 14 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.
Mae is preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband Carlee Chastain; and daughter Diane Ramey; one sister, and one brother.
A visitation for Lillie will be held Wednesday, July 3, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM at Dillard Memorial Funeral Home, 2402 Gentry Memorial Highway, Pickens, South Carolina 29671. A funeral service will begin at 12:00 PM in the Dillard chapel. A committal service will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.dillardfunerals.com. Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.