Challis Kilgore Obituary

Aunt Julie, my best memory of Uncle Challis was when I first met him when I was just a kid and you guys brought up shrimp from SC...I told Frankie this story how I kept thinking that he was pap pap's brother. I loved him so much...I know I didn't say it often enough but he meant the world to me, he had a heart of gold and when he gave you a hug you could just feel it he was such a great person. and I will forever miss him...I love you so much and I know you will continue to be the strong hearted woman my uncle loved so much and I take much comfort in knowing he will still always be right there with you.

Chief Whatley just told us about Challis passing away, and we wanted to express our condolences. Julie, if you need anything, please don't hesitate to let us know. He will be missed greatly.

Scott, Nicole, & Camryn Wyant
Blue Shield Lawn Care LLC

Aunt Julie, Frankie & Stewart, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Uncle Challis. He will be missed by all those who knew & love him.

I have a lot of wonderful and loving memories of all of you.

God bless you all and keep you during your time of sorrow.

good big brothers are far and few and I am so thankfull that I had one of the greatest big brothers anyone could ever ask for . I remember when we were kids an I as a pesty lil sister would always say " whatcha got in that bag and his reply was always onions haha and we knew it was candy hahaha. my nickname was always peb-pebi .i will always be aunt Penny to the boys and a sister to Julie . Lets keep his traditions alive by all going TOGETHER AS A FAMILY . Pigeon Forge here we come Challis will be greatly missed by all . We loved him so much .
Penny Best Moncks Corner SC

Dearest Julie, Frankie, Stewart and Families:

We have so many memories together, some good and some not so good; but, the biggest memory of all is a whole lot of love that always seemed to help us through the bad times.

Our strong faith has seen us though the pain of losing yet another family member. This strong faith will be there for you in the days ahead. It will be difficult when the loneliness and reality sets in. But, you can do this. God does not leave his children to suffer without bringing them comfort. When the going gets rough, just take it to Him.

I think about all those family get "togethers" at Granny Weeze's. All the racket that only a happy family can make. Aunt Dot having to step in and lay down the law and order. It is those precious memories from yesterday that helps to ease the pain of today and give us a hope and determination for a future. So, remember only the good times - the fun, the laughter, when we were all young and carefree. But, most of all, remember "Christmas Eve" at Uncle Challis and Aunt Julie's (Mama and Dad) - those were the good old days. Learn from this and live your lives with joy and expectations.

God has the plan for each of us to fulfill our destiny. I do not understand why some die young and some live a long, long life. But, I do know that we are on this earth at God's good pleasure and when He is ready for us to come home, His Word says, He has a better place waiting for us. And, we will never, ever be separated from Him and our loved ones again.

I pray blessings and peace in the difficult days ahead.

our prayers with be with you julie, am so very proud that we got to have such a great time with all of you, he will be missed, we love ya girl, ruthie, jack, sweettooth and meatwad

Julie, Frankie and Stewart, I am so sorry to hear about Challis. I guess it is true that the good do die young. I offend think about the good times we has working together at Jolly's, the camping trips and all the funny stuff that Challis would come up with. I know he will be sadly missed by all of you and those that knew them. I know that I am a better person just from knowing him. Mary and my prayers go out you.

Julie, Frankie, and Stewart, I am so sorry for the loss of Challis. He was a good man who loved and cared for each one of you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I hope to see you soon.

Julie,
our thoughts and prayer go out to you and your family. I hated to hear about Chalis... he is a truly great father and friend. Always smiling...:)

Dear Julie and family,
We are so saddened to hear about Challis. You two had a wonderful life together and I know you will miss him so much. Our prayers will be with you! Ruth Ellen, Frank, and Aunt Kate

Our Love and prayers to the friends and family of Challis. He was a kind soul.He will be missed greatly.We pray for strength for the family in their time of sorrow and loss.God definitely received a special angel!!!!And for you Julie, Lots of overflowing love and prayers.

Ms. Julie,
Please know that our prayers are with you and the family at this time. May the memories of your loved one bring you comfort.
God Bless,
Sadie Abraham, Pearl Pearson, and Deloris - your school guards

Saturday was the last day I will ever spend with my best friend, Challis Kilgore. It was an honor just to know Challis but I was fortunate enough to call him my friend. Challis had a giving heart and a caring personality that touched everyone he met. We met as neighbors, became friends and became as close as family. I can remember when I bought my first motor home and came home from work the next day to find Challis in my drive way washing and detailing my motor home. He said it was his gift to me. I will forever miss hearing Challis say things like: Hello little buddy.
You got rocks in your head?
I hear my recliner calling me.
If ya believe that, give me
a dollar.
(and my favorite was)
I wonder what the poor people are doing tonight.

If you knew Challis, you know these sayings. I ask GOD'S peace for Julie, Frankie, Stewart and Bryan, Penny and all the Kilgore family at this their time of loss. Challis, you will forever be with me in my heart. I love you my brother.

George, Doris and Family

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Aunt Julie, Frankie and Stewrt, I'm sorry to here about Uncle Challis. He will be missed by everyone in John Stewart's family. I look at it as if he and dad is on a long camping trip. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Dearest Julie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Challis will be missed by so many. Though Claude and I knew him for such a short time, he has left us with many warm and loving memories in the times we did share together. Claudes birthday celebration last year comes to my mind. May God grant you and the family comfort and peace in your time of need.

~Claude and Ramona Patrick, Hanahan, South Caroline

AM AWFULL SADDENED TO HEAR THE NEWS OF CHALLIS S' PASSING.HAVEN'T SEEN OR TALKED TO HIM IN SOME TIME BUT WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM FONDLY.SERVED ABOARD THE WAINWRIGHT WITH HIM.MY CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS.
JIMMY GUIDRY

frankie and family, my prayers are with you-so sorry for your loss.
God Bless.

Julie, Frankie, and Stewart, I am so sorry for the loss off this very special man. He was much more than a husband and father and I have so many wonderful memories of him; for that I feel truely Blessed. Words to describe him that come to mind for me are unselfish, loving, sharing, welcoming and hard wroking. The biggest thing that stands out in my mind is how much he LOVED the three of you. He would do anything to make you, Julie, happy. You were his world. I remember how much he loved to see you with Aunt Dot and your dear sweet mother , just spending time together. It was important to him because it was important to you. He would laugh at the fact that you three would meet for breakfast and still be there talking at lunch time! I remember him kidding you about what on earth the three of you would talk about day after day! He loved it because it made you happy. A lot of men would not be like that, but he was. He was such a great father to you, Stewart and Frankie, always so proud of you both and always loving to share a laugh with you. And I know there were plenty of those! He sure knew what it meant to step up to the plate, didnt he. I will always admire him and have a fond place in my heart for him. I know mom and Cindy have already looked him up in Heaven, and are congratulating him for all of the success and riches he so abundantly shared here in his earthly life. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Julie, I'm sorry to hear about my little Buddy. May God Bless You and give you strength. If you need us call us.
Jim & Susie Brown

Please accept my deepest condolences to the family, altho i only knew him for a few years, You couldnt have met a nicer person than challis. He will be missed greatly. God bless.--Russell Bowman

Julie our love and prayers go out to you and your family. We had some crazy times together, Challis was a brother and good friend to me.

It was 40 years ago. I was 18, Challis was 23. I was a senior at Bishop England High, working at Ray's Body Shop in North Charleston. I met Challis at the body shop. I was known as "wild man" back then. (I was neither wild nor really a man yet). Challis had a brand new, killer black Chevelle SS 396. A truly beautiful car...I do hope you remember this car, it was his pride and joy.
It was a Saturday morning and, as usual, I was woking at the shop when Challis came by just to visit. (he did that a lot). Always smiling, he asked me what plans I had for the weekend. I told him that I had a Senior Prom that night. We then went to work on his friend's red Z-28 (we put these stupid lifters between the coil springs..really dumb but remember just how young we all were).
After awhile Challis left the shop and we said our usual goodbye...always smiling....he really did smile.
About five that day as I was knocking off, Challis pulled into the shop with a cleaned and waxed SS. He gave me the keys (took me 1956 ford) and said, "see you tomorrow, have a good time..." Of course, with a big bright Challis Kilgore smile.
It's 40 years, 4 decades, I have never forgotton the kindness and faith that this wonderful man (kid, then) had in a very young, poor, even younger kid.
Challis, you had more trust and faith in me than my father ever had and, for that, I shall be eternally grateful.
Thank you.
Greg L Schuler
President
Trans-Port International, Inc.
Charleston, SC

Friends are too soon gone but not forgotten. I'll always remember the good times and sincerity of a true friend.

Julie, Im sorry to hear of your lost. May God comfort you through these difficult times. Cassandra Hazelton

a good man whose thirst to do it right will long be remembered.

I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Challis. He will missed by many, He was a wonderful person and friend. Our hearts and prayers go out to his family and friends, May God Bless you all.

Miss Julie, Frankie and family, I am so saddened by the news of Mr. Challis passing. He was such a dear sweet man. I remember when I first met him ... he fixed my car after I tore the underside of it. He couldn't believe how I did it. He always had a smile on his face even though its been years since I seen it, I will always remember it.
May God wrap you in his loving arms and care you through this most trying time of your lives.
(You might remember me better as Gail Willis)