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Claire Boinest Obituary

Claire T. Boinest Charleston - Nancy Claire Thomas Boinest died peacefully on the morning of Saturday, June 11, 2016, at Roper Hospital after a long, courageous battle with cancer. During her fight, she never complained but always looked ahead to a day when she would be cancer free. Claire has won! The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Edward H. Boinest III are invited to attend her Funeral Service at 10:30 AM, Tuesday, June 14, 2016, at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Highway. Burial will follow at Live Oak Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends between 6:00 and 8:00 PM, Monday evening at the funeral home. Claire's guestbook may be signed online at CharlestonFunerals.com. Born in Savannah, Georgia on August 23, 1961, she moved to Charleston in 1980 where she worked for the old South Carolina National Bank. It was through a bank co-worker that she met her husband and married in 1981. Claire worked for many years for State Farm and retired in 2012. She followed her passion and worked part-time for Pet Helpers and volunteered at Animal Helpers Retail Store. Along the way, Claire has fostered many enduring friendships. This is evident from the outpouring of support the family has received during these last few days. Claire just seemed to be a magnet for friendship. "Claire Bear", as she was known to so very many, was just the kind of gal who could bring people together and a good time was sure to follow. She loved being a mom, her yard, being on the boat, traveling, and just recently, becoming a grandmother to Wyatt. We will never stop telling Wyatt all about her and how much she loved him. Claire leaves behind her husband, Edward H. Boinest III; son, Edward H. (Chip) Boinest IV; daughter, Haley Smith Boinest Hughett (Joseph); grandson, Wyatt Reid Hughett; sister, Linda A. Thomas; brother, Michael L. Thomas; mother-in-law, Chesta A. Tiedemann; uncle, Bickell Thomas (Carol); aunt, Nancy Thomas; brothers-in-law, Scott (Karen), Alex (Lucia), and Richard Boinest. She is also survived by her nephews, Miles, Jimi, and Ladson Boinest, and nieces, Caroline and Lucy Boinest. She also leaves behind numerous cousins in South Carolina and Georgia, all of whom she deeply loved. She will also be missed (already is) by her "boys", Kodi, Lukas and Baxley, and her granddogs, MoMo and Neo. Woof! Claire was preceded in death by her parents, George Norton Thomas and Gloria Smith Overstreet; aunts, Jo Smith Fetzer, Caroline Brinson and Mary Frances Hollingsworth; uncles, Robert Thomas and Ward Brinson; and her father-in-law, Edward H. (Ted) Boinest, Jr. In lieu of flowers, the family would respectfully requests that donations be made in Claire's memory to Pet Helpers, 1447 Folly Rd., Charleston, SC 29412, The Roper-St. Francis Cancer Center, 2085 Henry Tecklenburg Dr., Charleston, SC 29414, or to the internet site Caringbridge.org, which was so valuable to Ed as he attempted to update everyone on Claire's journey. Arrangements by James A. McAlister Inc. 766-1365. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jun. 12 to Jun. 13, 2016.

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John Wayne Williams

December 2, 2018

I met Claire many years ago when I worked at Smith Brothers for her Dad. She was a beautiful person inside and out and always made people smile. My deepest condolences to her family, as I know she was treasured.

June 21, 2016

We cannot tell you how sorry we are for your loss. We will all miss her sweet smile. Our prayers are with all of the family.
Betty Ann and Winfield Scott

Barb Cobb

June 20, 2016

I'm so sorry for your loss. I stopped by the Pet Helpers store today to check in on friends I made there and received the news about Clair Bear, as we called her. She was such a warm and friendly gal, and was immediately missed when she could no longer work at the store. I know that she will be greatly missed by everyone who was lucky enough to call her a friend, or even just an acquaintance or co-worker.

Kelley Kessler Horan

June 14, 2016

I am so sorry to hear about Claire, She was a childhood friend from Groveland Neighborhood (Varn Drive) in Savannah, GA. I remember her mother teaching piano and we would have to go outside to play. All the children in that neighborhood had good times together and great memories. I remember Claire always having a smile on her face. Please know that all of her family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Mike Buchan

June 14, 2016

Ed, Yvonne and I are so sorry to hear of Clair's passing. Words cannot express. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Ray and Veronica Goff

June 14, 2016

Ed so very sorry for the loss of your Claire! She will be truly missed . Prayers for you and your family.

Mary Elizabeth Gunter

June 14, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Harriet Vallotton

June 13, 2016

Chip,
So sorry to hear about Claire's passing. My thoughts are with yall.
Harriet

Marc Kowalski

June 13, 2016

Ed, Chip, Haley I am so sorry for the loss of such a beautiful person. Claire was a loved neighbor and friend. My heart aches with sadness for your loss.

Clay & Carol Rogers

June 13, 2016

We will miss you! Hugs and kisses for everyone! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

June 13, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Claire at SCN for a few years and found her to be witty, caring and compassionate. She always made me laugh. My deepest sympathy to all of her family and friends that loved her so much.

Karren Tenney

June 13, 2016

My thoughts & prayers are with the Boinest family as you mourn the loss of Claire & celebrate her life. May your memories and the love you all shared bring you peace and comfort in the days and years ahead.

June 13, 2016

Hi Edward & Linda : I pray that God will give you comfort . Love Evelyn Polite

Tiffaney Hazel-Faust and Logan Faust

June 13, 2016

Will miss you so much, Claire Bear! Thank you for all your help and guidance in my early days as a volunteer and for being a great second mom to Logan, she misses you dearly.

June 13, 2016

To : Edward ,Lindaand family members. Its was a pleasure meeting you guys , I never meet Mrs. Claire but I heard some wonderful things about her . She in a better place . May God gives you comfort during this time . Love Evelyn Polite .

Keith and Melanie Gonya

June 13, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. We are heartbroken for you and all of her family.

Chris and Katy Kuder

June 13, 2016

Ed, We are so sorry to hear about Claire's passing. Our prayers and deepest sympathy for your loss.

John McKnight

June 13, 2016

I am sorry for your loss, Claire will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

S. Washington

June 13, 2016

Sorry for your loss. May the GOD of all Comfort be with the family at this time of sorrow.

Reese Rambo

June 13, 2016

Our loss is heaven's gain. Ed, may God grant you and your family peace and understanding in the days to come.

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