Cathy Diane Harvey Hanks, a longtime resident of Anderson, SC, currently residing in the Hilton Head area, passed away Sunday, April 14, 2024.

Born January 16, 1956, in Anderson, SC, she was the daughter of Mildred Driver Pruitt and the late William Fred Harvey. She was also preceded in death by an infant son, Evan Bruce Hanks.

Cathy loved creating beauty which led her to become the owner of Merle Norman in Anderson. Her hobbies included reading, cooking, pickle ball, and traveling. Cathy was an outgoing, sweet soul who enjoyed loving on people, but especially her husband, son, and family. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by her loving and devoted husband Ronnie Bruce Hanks; son, Nicolas James Hanks (Lauriana) of Anderson, SC; sister, Sara Harvey of Lima, Peru; and stepmother, Elena Harvey of Lima, Peru.

The family will receive friends Friday, April 19, 2024, from 4:00-7:00 pm at The McDougald Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held Saturday, April 20, 2024, at 11:00 am in the Chapel of The McDougald Funeral Home with Rev. Barney Atkinson officiating. A private entombment will be held at a later time.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to AIM, 1202 S Murray Ave, Anderson, SC 29624.