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David Allen "Dac" Cantley

David Allen "Dac" Cantley obituary, Charleston, SC

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David Cantley Obituary

David "Dac" Allen Cantley BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC - David "Dac" Allen Cantley, 72, originally from Summerville, SC, husband of Beth Cantley, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2019, at his home in Black Mountain, NC. Family and friends are invited to attend his visitation on Thursday, July 25, 2019, from 6 o'clock to 8 o'clock at James A. Dyal Funeral Home 303 S. Main Street, Summerville, SC 29483. The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, July 26th, 2019, at 2 o'clock at Knightsville United Methodist Church, 1505 Central Avenue, Summerville, SC 29483. Burial to follow at Boonehill United Methodist Cemetary, Summerville, SC 29483. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to www.sarascure.org in honor of David. "Dac" was born on September 15, 1946, in Summerville, SC, son of Herbert D. Cantley and Hattie Charpia Cantley. He graduated from Summerville High School and went on to be a successful general contractor and entrepreneur. He was a devoted husband, father, and friend to all those that knew him. Most importantly, he loved the Lord and served Him well. Survivors including his wife are; children: Lauren Cantley Gibson (Mark) of Mt. Pleasant, David Allen Cantley, Jr. (Anica) of Mt. Pleasant, Seth Brandon Cantley (Rebecca) of Charleston, Alec Durant Cantley of Asheville, NC, and John Paul Cantley of Atlanta, GA; grandchildren: Claire Elizabeth Gibson, Davis Emory Gibson, and Lydia Paige Gibson; brother: Frank Cantley (Kay); predeceased by sisters, Lenora Elizabeth Knight, Mary Grace Till, Marian Angeline Messervy; brother: Doc Cantley. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.jamesadyal.com. ARRANGEMENTS BY JAMES A. DYAL FUNERAL HOME, 303 SOUTH MAIN STREET, SUMMERVILLE, SC 29483, (843)873-4040. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jul. 23 to Jul. 24, 2019.

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Dale Browne

August 1, 2019

Those of us at Wake Forest mourn his loss. He was a courageous man who weathered his illness with such grace . The true nature of someone comes through in times of crisis and he was an example for all of us.
We were all better for having known him.

Dr. J Dale Browne

Mariette Coyle

July 28, 2019

Prayers for strength and peace as you bear his loss.

July 25, 2019

Sending love & prayers.
Melanie McDaniel Asheville NC

July 24, 2019

David was a friend from High School. Just reading his name brought back some funny old memories. So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Mart and Mackie White

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6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

James A. Dyal Funeral Home

303 S. Main Street, Summerville, SC 29483

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Funeral service

2:00 p.m.

Knightsville United Methodist Church

1505 Central Avenue, Summerville, SC

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