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David Runey Obituary

David Condon Runey, 74, of Charleston passed away on Saturday February 08. James A McAlister Funerals and Cremations

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Feb. 11, 2025.

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Ralph mason

February 16, 2025

I had the great pleasure of working with David for 11 plus years. As a matter of fact we both started the same day at Lowes back in 2013. He was always a pleasure to be around. He had great old stories. I will miss him a lot.

Bernie Ritter

February 14, 2025

David was my neighbor for 10 years when he lived on Broad St. , he was always happy laughing or smiling. You walked into Kitty´s you got that big warm welcome his personality never changed. My condolences to Desiree, his children,grandchildren,and all of his siblings.

John Boniface

February 12, 2025

David was a part of life in Charleston and will be sorely missed. My entire family sends our condolences to the Runey family.

Ingrid Condon

February 12, 2025

Dear Runey Family,
These next phase of your lives without David will be difficult but think back at all the joy that he brought to the family, friends and everyone that were fortunate to have crossed his path.
He was an exceptional man. You will be missed David.
God bless you all,
With love,
Ingrid Condon

Raymond R Campbell

February 12, 2025

I have known David since childhood. What A wonderful easy going Person. He will missed by many. RIP Old Friend.

Jimmy Hayes

February 12, 2025

To the family,
Very sorry to hear about David,great guy all around. I sure enjoyed many a lunch at the restaurant.Hold your memories close as they will always comfort you.God bless all of you.

Kathy Weldon

February 11, 2025

David was such a special person to all of us who were fortunate enough to call him a friend at BE. He was funny and kind and would have you laughing within minutes of meeting him. I am deeply saddened by his passing. My condolences to his family.

Martin H Diamond Jr

February 11, 2025

So sorry to hear about David we been friends since days in school, great guy and always had a smile when you see him .

Bob Whatley

February 11, 2025

In college, David would light up the room when he walked into our fraternity house. He was a warm and kind man. I'll never forget his infectious laughter. Condolences to his family.

Michael Molony

February 11, 2025

David and I were Classmates at Bishop England but I knew him from Parochial League Basketball and am Saddened to hear of his passing~Such a Great Guy with a wonderful demeanor!!

J. SHANNON HURLEY

February 10, 2025

I AM SAD TO LEARN OF DAVID'S PASSING. HE WAS A GOOD MAN. MAY HE REST IN PEACE. (HE AND I BELONGED TO TWO IRISH SOCIETIES.)

Scott Matschull

February 9, 2025

I am so sorry for your loss. David was one of the kindest and most polite individuals I have ever known. He was always in a good mood and had a smile on his face. We will miss him.

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