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Carolyn Heyward Obituary

Carolyn L. Holmes Heyward N. Charleston - Entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 Ms. Carolyn L. Holmes Heyward. Residence: N. Charleston, SC The relatives and friends of Ms. Carolyn L. Holmes Heyward are invited to attend her funeral service Monday, July 3, 2017 1:00 PM at New Tabernacle Fourth Baptist Church, 22 Elizabeth St., Charleston, SC 29403 Interment: Emanuel AME Church Cemetery Ms. Heyward is the daughter of the late Mr. Arthur J. , Sr. and Mrs. Mildred W. Holmes, mother of Mr. DeShawn Heyward and Ms. Christen Heyward, sister of Mrs. Elinor H. Coaxum (Sam), Ms. Teresa Holmes and Mr. Arthur Holmes, Jr. Ms. Heyward is 59 years old Viewing for Ms. Heyward is Sunday, July 2, 2017 at The William M. Smith Memorial Chapel, 2 Radcliffe St., Charleston, SC 29403 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM Condolences may be sent to the family at www.wmsmithmcnealfuneralhome.com Arrangements by W.M. Smith McNeal Funeral Home, Inc., 2 Radcliffe St., 2 Radcliffe St., Charleston, SC 29403 (843)722-3676 or -1-800-924-5659 Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jun. 29 to Jun. 30, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Carolyn Heyward

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Candice Young

June 27, 2025

Carolyn has left this earthly place quite a while ago. She has gone home to a heavenly place. No matter how long she will never be forgotten. Much Luv

Candice R. Youung

June 27, 2023

To The Heyward & Holmes Family,
Another year has come since Juda left us physically.
She will always be in my heart. Thinking of her dimples and her laughter. Helps me when I am feeling down. Just a shout out to you guys to let you know I am here for you. Should you need me.
Much Luv,
Candice

Akilah Torey

June 23, 2022

Carolyn,and I became best friends,since we were neighbors on Mary Street.Over the years,we kept in touch.We shared many secrets.She came to New York to visit me,some years ago.She left an indelible mark on my life.I shall love and miss her all the days of my lfe.May she SIPP (Sleep In Perfect Peace).My dearest sister/friend!

Candice young

June 28, 2021

To: Elinor, Teresa, Artie, DeShawn, Christen.
Praying you are well. Every time I begin to weep. I stop and remember Carolyn is in a better place. Her work is done. I am a better person having witnessed her work. I know she is proud of all of you. I will never forget our fun times together. Hey no-one could forget those dimples and the laughter. In closing I would like to say as Carolyn would say. "Choose To Be Happy"

Luv You Much
Candice

candice young

June 23, 2019

To The Heward and Holmes Family,
There has not been one week since Carolyn (Juda)went into eternal rest. That I have not thought of her.
Just the other day. I was awoken by the phone. When I looked at the caller id. It read Heyward C. I was in
a bit of a shock. Then I thought could it be her? Then I thought these past years had been a dream. And that
was her. Then I listened to the voice on the other end.( Reality check) it was a male voice. It was the Minister
of my church. Minister Heyward was checking on me. I had not been attending bible study. Suddenly I felt It
Carolyn sending me a message. Get up stand up. Choose to be happy. Get back to worshiping God like you should. When ever I had my pity party . She would pray with me. That I will always remember. Her mission was to be an example of the way we are to live.
Forever,
My Best Friend .

Pacita Whatley

June 26, 2018

Forever in my heart, there's a spot for you, Carolyn, Sista Girl! We shared some sweet memories! I will never, ever forgot you singing at my son's military retirement ceremony! You "rocked it" (that dear old traditional song) right out of the park. There are differences of opinions as to what we know after we transition from this life to our eternal home. So, just in case, God lets you know, I'm leaving this note, I miss you and pray you will be waiting at the gate for me - if we don't get to meet in the sky! Much Love!

Hartwell Tomlin

August 30, 2017

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.. Hartwell

July 24, 2017

you told me 3 weeks before you left here i was your soul mate i should come back...i should have listen.....i think about you every moment and i here you saying e.j.

man i miss you, i miss your voice....Love u for eternity.

Chinene Hamilton

July 5, 2017

To The Holmes & Heyward Family:
My Prayers and Thoughts Are WithYou Always, May GOD Bless You.

Comeylita Kelly Gadsden

July 5, 2017

May God continue to comfort your family.Our prayers and thoughts are with you. We will always remember Carolyn's smile. May happy memories help you find your smile.
Comeylita ('76) & Maurice ('75)

Linda Cooper

July 3, 2017

To my coworker sorry for the lost the lost of your sister. I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers.

RUTH CARTER-MARSHALL

July 3, 2017

My sweet Carolyn. You will be missed dearly. To your family, may God give you all peace knowing that another angel has gotten her wings.

Rta Gantt-Chatman

July 3, 2017

Sleep my sister/friend/classmate, take your place in heaven...that smile, and those dimples we won't see here on earth anymore, but now we get to feel it in our hearts forevermore.

Sandi Jenkins

July 2, 2017

What a beautiful and precious soul. My heart is heavy but I rejoice knowing you are now a part of the great cloud of witnesses. Prayers for all your family. Much love,

Clarissa Scott

July 2, 2017

To the family of the late Mrs. Carolyn H. Heyward:
You have my utmost condolence on her loss. What a shocker! God will heal your wounded hearts. Carolyn might be absent from her body, but know she's now present with the Lord. RIPC!

Rhonda Mitchketchens

July 2, 2017

Teresa my co worker we are so sorry for the lost of your sister we will keep your family in prayers the Ketchens family of McClellanville SC

TaWanna Scott

July 2, 2017

I'm so sorry for lost continue to be strong

July 2, 2017

I am so saddened & shocked to learn of Carolyn's death. We did "Dayporch" together and she was so excited to learn all the tricks backstage. We always held hands and she would pray the most heartfelt prayers for service before we went on stage. She spoke often of her wonderful family. I am so blessed to have known her

Jacquetta Tucker

July 2, 2017

You all have my Deepest Sympathy. Keeping you in thought and prayer.

July 2, 2017

Dexter Noble

Akilah E. Toure'

July 2, 2017

Carolyn,my darling,sister,and beloved friend:You will be remembered in my heart,and memory,for all of my remaining days!I will miss your presence,immensely!When I visit, Charleston, S.C.,we would go shopping,to dinner, or visit family. You were indeed a family member,"Judah",since Mary Street days.I will reach out to DeShawn,and Christen,and of course,to your siblings;Elinor,Teresa,and Artie.Rest now in perfect peace,for you lived a magnificent,fun-filled,joyous,spiritual, fifty-nine years,loving,giving,sharing,and being,YOU!

Lewis Jackson

July 1, 2017

To Crissy AND DaDa and the family of Carolyn, how my heart ache tremendously for the lost of your love one she is truly my friend and she will be missed by use all. i wish i could have seen her one more time, her smile her laugh, her voice and her touch, and her say E.J.but GOD in his wisdom said come home and rest till the trumpet sound and then we shell be caught up to meet him in the sky

Cassandra Dozier Pressley

July 1, 2017

To the Holmes and Heyward family I express my deepest sympathy for you all. I will always remember the fun Carolyn and I had at State. My prayers are with you.

candice young

July 1, 2017

To the Holmes and Heyward family. Carolyn my BFF life and beyond will surly be missed. Her dimples,her smile and her laughter. Most of all her faith and forgiving spirit. Carolyn will forever be in my heart.

Eric Grant

July 1, 2017

To the Holmes Heyward and Coaxum families: You have my deepest sympathy and I pray our father God gives you comfort in your time of grief and bereavement. He called and she answered....she wasted no time. WOW! Gone so soon. I also pray God receives her soul with much joy and gladness. I thank God Carolyn left me with fond memories and may He bless her soul.

Pacita Whatley

June 30, 2017

So many sweet memories. Carolyn, now you are singing in the Heavenly Choir! Prayers for peace and comfort to those you have left behind. Until we meet again!

candice young

June 30, 2017

To the Holmes and Heyward family. Carolyn will surely be missed. Her smile her dimples and laughter.Most of all her faith and forgiving heart.She will always be in heart. Love you Carolyn my BFF and beyond.
Candice (Candy)

Norvela Fluddrice & WaKeane Rice~

June 30, 2017

LighTed candles of sympathy & condoLences is sent to each & every one of you ChrisTen for the loss of your MoM.

The Voice of the Lord Int'l Church Family

June 30, 2017

To the Holmes- Heyward Family:
On behalf of Representative / Pastor Samuel Rivers Jr and The Voice of the Lord church family will like to express our deepest sympathy for the passing of our beloved Sister Carolyn. Her smile, sense of humor and her voice of worship will be missed tremendously. We will continue to keep your family lifted up in prayer.

Love of Christ,
Elder L. Simmons c/o

EVANGELIST HOPE Mcfadden

June 30, 2017

I really am going to miss you so much especially your voice because you have a beautiful voice in singing may God bless the family

June 30, 2017

Our deepest condolences to Artie and to the entire Holmes/Heyward family. Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time. God will comfort & strengthen you. From Burke High School Alumni Class of 1984.

Carolyn Riley Jackosn

June 30, 2017

To the family of Mrs.Holmes-Heyward,I'm sorry for your loss. Keeping your family in prayer.

Anthony Dixon

June 30, 2017

Glad to have know you through the late dale. Rest In Peace Younglady.

Class of 1975

June 30, 2017

The CA Brown Class of 1975 wishes to extended their heart felt Sympathy to the family. Carolyn was a beautiful person, she was always smiling with a great persona. We know you will miss her, but remember Earth have no sorrow Heaven can not Heal.

Derrick and Dwight Alexander

June 30, 2017

My heart is sadden by the passing of my 1st grade classmate. Caroline is just like the picture, always smiling. I think that's what I'm going to miss the most. Beautiful on the inside and out. To her family we will be PRAYING for you. May YAHWEH continue to bless you.

June 30, 2017

Elinor and family,our prayers are with you at this time.

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