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The Honorable Derwood L. Aydlette Jr.

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Derwood Aydlette Obituary

The Honorable Derwood L. Aydlette, Jr. JAMES ISLAND - Entered into eternal rest on the afternoon of July 4, 2012, The Honorable Derwood L. Aydlette, Jr., husband of Linda McKern Aydlette. Residence, James Island, SC. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Derwood Aydlette, Jr. are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial at Church of the Nativity Saturday, July 7, 2012 at 11:00 am. Prayers of Final Commendation and Farewell will be held at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive friends at J. HENRY STUHR, INC., WEST ASHLEY CHAPEL, 3360 Glenn McConnell Pkwy., Friday from 5:00 until 7:00 pm where a Rosary will be recited at 5:00 pm. Born December 17, 1938 in Charleston, SC, Derwood was the son of the late Derwood L. Aydlette, Sr. and Emma F. Stebner Aydlette. Derwood went to Clemson University on a Football Scholarship and graduated in 1961 with a Bachelor of Science degree. He served in the Army and National Guard Reserves. He was a retired Insurance Agent with Nationwide and was a retired member of the SC House of Representatives where he served from 1980 until 1988. He was a member of Church of the Nativity, Knights of Columbus, James Island Yacht Club, BPOE Grand Lodge Committee, former Chairman of the Charleston County Aviation Authority, member of Clemson Lettermen's Association, IPTAY and Clemson Alumni Association, Board of Directors at Charleston Southern University, Sons of Confederate Veterans Secession Camp, Washington Light Infantry and Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels, and was a past member of Board of Visitors at Clemson University. Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Linda Aydlette of James Island; two daughters, Sharon Aydlette of New Orleans, LA, Joni Aydlette of Charleston; two sons, Derwood "Dirk" L. Aydlette, III of Columbia, SC, Tom Aydlette of Beaufort, SC; a brother, Charles "Chuck" Aydlette of Mt. Pleasant; and a sister, Martha Ackerman of Mt. Pleasant. Surviving also are his seven grandchildren, Joshua Aydlette of Goose Creek, Kristopher Kusterman and Kara Kusterman both of Fort Mill, SC, Marlene Aydlette and Lowell Aydlette both of Columbia, SC, Emma Aydlette and Lucy Aydlette both of Beaufort, SC; and a great grandchild, Lily Aydlette. He was preceded in death by a brother, Rondal Aydlette. Memorial donations may be made to Boys Home of the South, 10612 Augusta Road, Belton, SC 29627 or Church of the Nativity, 1061 Folly Road, James Island, SC 29412. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jul. 5 to Jul. 6, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Derwood Aydlette

25 Entries

Phil Borden

July 11, 2012

Woody was an honest man. One less of a dying breed. Thank God his tribe has increased and he has left Grands to follow on. It is not easy in today's troubled world.

Kate & Jim Musacchia

July 11, 2012

We just learned of Woody's passing. Our deepest sympathies to you Linda and the family. You are in our prayers.

July 10, 2012

Dirk, we are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. May God comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
With sincerest condolences, Amy Gaffney, Regina Lewis, and Susan Edwards

Kindra Wills Smith

July 9, 2012

My family and I would like to extend our sympathies to the Aydlette family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, and we appreciate all Woody's years of service with Nationwide.

Kim and Wayne Church

July 9, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

July 8, 2012

We were sorry to hear of Woodys passing,our prayers are with you and family.
Mike and Juanita Lebert

Joel Stoudenmire

July 8, 2012

I want the Aydlette Family to know that The Boys Home of the South will remember Derwood as one of our biggest supporters ever. His support came in so many different ways. He touched so many lives of these boys in a very positive way.

Raymond Cox

July 7, 2012

A commanding and compassionate man. He sure tolerated a rowdy group of neighborhood kids running in and out of his house! (In my heart I think he got a kick out of it!).

Thanks for putting up with our teen years! We're all better for having had a part of you in it.

Deepest thoughts with the family.

John Weatherford

July 6, 2012

To the Aydlette Family.....Sorry to learn of your loss; my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I have fond memories of Derwood during our high school days playing football for the Rocks.

Nicole Walukewicz

July 6, 2012

Woody came into my life when he was looking for help finding homes for his horses in Salem, SC. He became a patron of our rescue organization, a trusted adviser, a source of humor, and a friend. I am shocked and saddened to learn of his passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his lovely wife and his family. I will think of him, back in the saddle on his favorite horse enjoying a brisk ride in the cool hills of Heaven. He will be missed by many, he was a great man.

Dale Lowder

July 6, 2012

Dirk, Kim, Marlene and Lowell, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

Marie Boykin, Frances and Kurt

July 6, 2012

To Martha,
So sorry for your lost. You and your family are in our prayers. Love you.

Henry I Siegling,Commander, Washington Light Infantry

July 6, 2012

A great and compassionate man who did a lot for his nation and state. He will be sorely missed. Our deepest condolences to the family

July 6, 2012

To the Aydelette Family - We will keep ya'll in our thoughts and prayers. Donald and Marilyn Infinger and Family

Ronnie Taylor Jr

July 6, 2012

Woody will be greatly Missed. My deepest sympathy to the Aydlette family.

Tom Marchant

July 6, 2012

What a great guy! I had the privilege of know Woody during our time together in the SC House of Representatives. If he told you something, you could count on it. A very fine person in all respects. Blessings upon the family.

Tom Marchant
SC House of Representatives (72-86)
Box 816
Greenville, SC 29602

Sharon LaRoche Whaley Lynn

July 6, 2012

Dirk - I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I know he meant the world to you. May God Bless You and your family.

Helen Ivy

July 6, 2012

Linda and family, Woody was a wonderful neighbor and friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Susan Spitzer

July 6, 2012

Dearest Woody, you were such an honorable man filled with such great humor and funny stories. If the boys needed something, you were always there to help out - or find someone who could. Thank you for everything you did for the Boys Home of the South. And thank you for being such a fine example! Love to you and your lovely wife, Linda. Susan Spitzer

July 6, 2012

God bless you, old Pal. I have many, many memories of you, from high school, college, and later years. You will be missed by us all. Pete Rugheimer

Sharon Aydlette

July 5, 2012

Dad...I will miss our daily emails and our weekly talks on the phone. I sent you one last email. I hope you know what it says. I love you very much. Thank you for all that you have done for me and Josh.

Anne Eisenman

July 5, 2012

To the Aydlette Family....Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers...I have some fond memories of your dad from high school...God Bless

July 5, 2012

WOODY WAS A GREAT PATRIOT.HAVING HAD THE PLEASURE OF WORKING WITH HIM AT THE AVIATION AUTHORITY I LEARNED WHAT A LEADER HE WAS. HE DESERVES MANY THANKS FOR HIS EFFORTS ON BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC.
ARNOLD

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