Mr. Joseph Davis Miot, III

Joseph Davis “Jody” Miot, III of Columbia, South Carolina died peacefully on December 3, 2025 after a long journey with Alzheimer’s Disease. He was the son of Joseph Davis Miot, Jr. and Edwina Fitler Miot. Jody was born in Florence, grew up in Columbia and graduated from A.C. Flora High School where he made many life-long friends. Jody attended The Citadel, Bravo Company which instilled in him the core values of a true gentleman. One of the biggest highlights while at school was when he met two of his brothers-in-law who later introduced him to his future bride, Marianne Cole. After graduating, Jody worked in banking and real estate development. Jody was a joyful, humorous man who never met a stranger. He was a dedicated husband and proud father to his three beautiful daughters: Cam, Elisa and Laura. He treasured special family events where he was known for his personal toasts while upholding family traditions. He also enjoyed listening to his elaborate collection of all music genres, shagging with his girls, and spending many hours on the South Carolina beaches with his family. In addition to his parents, Jody is predeceased by his sister Andy Miot Garrett (Skipper). He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Marianne Cole Miot; his sister Glenn Miot Cannon (Jim), three daughters, Cam Choate (Culver), Elisa Lumpkin (Glenn) and Laura Irick (Charlie); eight grandchildren, Paul and Campbell Choate, Emma, Davis and Cole Lumpkin, and Mary Mac, Lillian and Bo Irick; and many nieces and nephews. Thank you for the unbelievable care and compassion the Lutheran Hospice Team provided to Jody. Linda, Mary Beth, Kimberly, Rosa, Patricia, Sharoda, Jackie, Temple and Chris - you became family. Your love and presence provided continuous comfort that was a gift we will never forget. The Memorial Service for Jody will be held on Monday, December 8, 2025 at 2:00 pm, Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 3200 Trenholm Road, Columbia, S.C. The family will receive friends following the service in Thompson Hall. Memorials may be made to Lutheran Hospice, 102 Fortress Drive, Columbia, South Carolina, 29036. Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, is assisting the family.

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Mr. Joseph Davis Miot, III

February 12, 1948 - December 3, 2025