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David Soliday Obituary

David Shriver Soliday David Shriver Soliday, IV, 17, beloved son of David Shriver Soliday, III and Ruthie Jones Soliday, entered into eternal rest Tuesday, July 1, 2014. Born in Charleston, July 9, 1996, Shriver was a rising senior at Porter-Gaud School, where he was a member of the Vestry and the varsity lacrosse team. Shriver was an excellent student, a talented musician and a beloved member of the school family, where his kindness, quick wit and beautiful smile made him a loyal friend to everyone. He was an active member of the youth group at St. Philip's Church, where he could be found every Sunday night. In addition to his parents he is survived by his paternal grandmother, Phyllis F. Soliday of Litchfield, CT; his maternal grandparents, Dr. and Mrs. Frederic G. Jones of Mt. Pleasant, SC; his maternal great-grandmother, Llewellyn H. Peterson of Anderson, SC; and many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 5 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Philip's Church. Interment will be private. Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC. DOWNTOWN CHAPEL. Memorials may be made to Porter-Gaud School, 300 Albemarle Road, Charleston, SC 29407 or St. Philip's Church 142 Church Street, Charleston, SC 29401. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jul. 4 to Aug. 4, 2014.

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Jackie Farlow

July 31, 2014

Dear Ruthie, I send my deepest sympathy and love to you and your husband. What a joy to have had such a precious and talented son. I wish we had been able to know Shriver. I send my prayers for comfort and peace to you both. Love, Jackie Mapp Farlow

Linda Lankford

July 31, 2014

Ruthie,
I want to express my love and sympathy to you and your family and to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Brad Muncher

July 13, 2014

Ruthie, it's hard to find words during this very difficult time, but know that your Endo Family is keeping you close in thought and prayer each day moving forward. Lord Jesus Bless and Comfort. Love and Prayers,

Ellie Conwell

July 13, 2014

Ruthie, No parent should ever have to lose a child. We are so sorry that you must endure his decision. Take comfort in the memories that you have & know that he is in the palm of His hands. We will keep you, Shriver, and the rest of your family in our thoughts & prayers. Sincere condolences. Ellie & Gregg Conwell

Shannon Sullivan Captain

July 13, 2014

Ruthie,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Amy Hossfeld

July 13, 2014

Ruthie, Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this time. God is watching over you and your family.

Suzie Buchanan

July 13, 2014

Dear Soliday Family,
I am so so so sorry for your loss. Words can't describe how you feel and so I will just say simply I'm praying for you and the road ahead.

Nana Cronan

July 12, 2014

Ruthie, please know that my love and heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. Please know that I am thinking of you and I am here for you if you need anything. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

July 10, 2014

Ruthie,
There are no words to express my sorrow. My son Hampton knows Shriver and was just as shocked as myself. I pray for God to help provide you courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to help.

Yancey Cargile

July 8, 2014

Ruthie, Brad and I were shocked and devastated to hear the news of Shriver. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. Please let us know of any way we may support you. Sending prayers.

Buck and Patty Ann Bibb

July 8, 2014

Ruthie and Family, no words could possibly express the sorry and pain all of you are dealing with. Shriver was clearly a unique and much loved young man. Please know you are, and will continue to be, in our thoughts and prayers.

July 6, 2014

Thinking of you Ruthie, and praying for a peace for you and your family that surpasses all understanding.

Kim Byrd and Family (Atlanta, Ga.)

Amanda Heyboer

July 6, 2014

Ruthie, my thoughts and my heart goes out to you. As someone who I consider a friend and someone who I have known a long time, I want you to know that my prayers and thoughts are with/about you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.

April Brown

July 6, 2014

Ruthie, you are in my prayers. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I will continue to keep you in my prayers.

Susan Foust

July 6, 2014

Dear Ruthie, You are in my deepest thoughts and prayers. Shiver must have been an incredible young man and son. May God continue to guide you, giving you strength and understanding in the days ahead. My love, Susan

Bernie and Bobby Hood

July 6, 2014

Dear Ruthie,Lynn and Fred,
We were so very sorry to learn of Shiver's tragic death.We are heart sick for all of you. We are out of the country and hate that we are unable to be with you at this terrible time. But you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Bernie and Bobby

Christina Vaughan

July 5, 2014

With deepest sympathy, Ruthie. There really are no words. Holding you close in my thoughts.

July 5, 2014

Ruthie,
I just wanted you to know that I will continue to pray for you and your family. As a mother my heart breaks for you. I am always here for you. you know how to contact me
Blessings,
Tina
Tidewater Neurology

Lisa Brown

July 5, 2014

Condolences to you & your family. I will keep you & your family in my prayers.

Marilynn Durkee

July 5, 2014

His light will burn on as he made an impression on all those he touched. May God comfort you as well as your friends and family. Praying for you. m

Kristen Giet

July 5, 2014

Ruthie,
I am so saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that I am praying for you and your family. I am sorry I could not attend the funeral, I was out of town. I would have been there if I could have been.
Love,
Kristen Giet

Lee Farnum

July 5, 2014

Ruthie & family,
I extend my deepest sympathies on this unbearable tragedy and loss. St. Phillips was filled to capacity with his friends, all of whom expressed such love for Shriver and what he meant to them. He was an old soul in a young body. I hope that brings a small measure of comfort in the days and weeks ahead. I am so sorry for your loss.

My heart goes out to all of you,

Lee

Ladson Webb

July 5, 2014

My most sincere condolences to family and friends. May the love of Christ be a strength to you as you handle your deep wounds.

July 5, 2014

May his soul rest in peace. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU.
Mother Jan Hosea, Albuquerque

June Copeland

July 5, 2014

Ruthie,
I just wanted to let you know that my heart breaks for you. As I read David's obituary I see that he was a remarkable person that touched so many people. I am praying that all of these wonderful memories will help to ease your pain as time moves forward.
I will be praying that you will feel God's love and the love of support of family and friends as you face this unimaginable time in your life.
Love,

June Copeland

Michael Sandford

July 5, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. I only have fond memories - the last - at Lake George - where he tough us the Banana word game. What a total shock.

Susan Greene Lockwood

July 5, 2014

Sending prayers for your family.

July 5, 2014

Im so sorry for your loss no mother sure have to go though this ,my heart go out to you with deep sympathy go out to you and your family . Kim love

Rose Lockhart

July 4, 2014

I don't know you and I didn't know Shriver but I want you to know that my heart just broke for you and all who loved this precious young man. I pray that wonderful memories of him and knowing that he was loved by so many comfort you. May God comfort you and give you peace.

July 4, 2014

He always brought a smile to everyone's face and was a joy to be around. May he rest in peace.

Sadie Wiggs

July 4, 2014

Ruthie, May God continue to Hold you in the palm of Hands as you go thru these times of sorrow. And know that He is there and will continue to be in the days to come. My Prayers and My Love goes out you and your Family

Charles De Rose

July 4, 2014

There are no words Ruthie...my heart just aches.

July 4, 2014

Ruthie and Family - We love you and our hearts ache for you. All our love and tears from California - Marshall, Carline, Haley, James & Kenzie Sinkler

July 4, 2014

Dear David and Ruthie and Shriver's extended family,
I'm so sorry for your tragic loss. I cannot imagine the unbearable pain, the confusion and despair. May the support of loved ones help you and hold you, may you find a ray of light to see you through each moment. Holding you and Shriver most deeply and carefully in my thoughts and prayers.
Martha Smythe

Christine Story

July 4, 2014

Our thoughts & prayers are with you Ruthie &family.
Christine,Matt,Jack&Joe Story

Calvert and Madeline Huffines

July 4, 2014

We are thinking of both of you during this difficult time.

Calvert and Madeline Huffines

July 4, 2014

We are thinking of both of you during this difficult time.

Heyward Sands

July 4, 2014

Ruthie,
I have no words. Please know you are in my prayers.

Love,
Heyward

Kea Whatley and Family

July 4, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Soliday family as well as the Porter-Gaud family during this very difficult time.

Bertha Middleton

July 4, 2014

To the Family

Sharing in the loss of someone so precious and dear to you. Be comforted by the Word -"Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not Heal" Prayerfully Submitted by the Wadmalaw Island Citizens Improvement Committee.

Glenn R Partridge

July 4, 2014

Doc, I am very sorry to hear of this! I cannot imagine what you must be going through. Please accept my deepest sympathies. Take each day one at a time and take MANY deep breaths. My thoughts are with you.

Neyse Barkley

July 4, 2014

Dear Ruthie and David,
We are so sorry for your loss. Shriver was a wonderful young man, and he always had a smile that could warm your heart.
You are in our prayers! May God comfort you and give you strength and peace.
Blessings,
Miles and Neyse

Javkie Adamsin

July 4, 2014

My Dear Ruthie,
I can not find the words to express my sorrow in the loss of your precious Shriver. While I have not seen him since you left Wimbledon Dr., I remember that darling little boy with a smile that lit up the world.
Try to get through this thirty minutes at a time. God will put his loving arms around you and hold you tight; hold onto him.

Cathy Griffin friend

July 3, 2014

Dearest Ruthie,
There are simply no words to express what is in our hearts! Shriver was such a joy to all those blessed to know him. He was an amazing young man...kind, thoughtful, funny, unique, entertaining and personable, with a smile that would light up the room! Sean and Hartley join me in sending you strength, love, prayers and his peace now and always.

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