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Carmen Raffa Obituary

Carmen F Raffa, 82, of Summerville passed away on Tuesday December 05. McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation 869 St. James Ave, Goose Creek, SC 29445 (843) 553-1511.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Dec. 7, 2023.

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Tim

April 11, 2024

I knew Carmine for many years from statewide. It was always good to us and did extra work. His secretary, Pat, was very nice too.
Sorry for your loss

Jim & Jo Ann Stamm

January 7, 2024

Thoughts and prayers are with you Berri and all of the beautiful Raffa family

Tish ( Custom Family Barber and Beauty

January 4, 2024

Dear Gerri and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Carmen was such a kind gentleman.
We will miss him greatly!
May God bring you all comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Tish and Cheryl ( Custom Family Barber and Barber)

Michele Fogarty

December 6, 2023

Dear Gerri and Family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss of such a wonderful husband and father. He was such a nice man and a true gentleman. My mom and I will miss him at Sunday 11:30 Mass. You will continue to be in our prayers and thoughts.
Love,
Michele and Brenda

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