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Donald Wiggins Obituary

Donald L. Wiggins, II CHARLESTON - Donald L. Wiggins, II "D Ray", of James Island, SC, entered into eternal rest on January 24, 2013 at the age of 60. Born in Charleston, Donald was the son of the late Donald L and the late Lois Catherine Wiggins. Mr. Wiggins was a graduate of St Andrews High School, a member of Grace United Methodist Church and an entrepreneur landscaper. His true love was spending time on Folly Beach and in Costa Rica doing what he did best. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, January 26, 2013, at Grace United Methodist Church 1601 Sam Rittenberg Highway. Burial, at sea, will be at a later date. He is survived by a brother, Michael Wiggins, sister-in-law, nephew, many cousins, aunts and uncles. Memorials can be made to Grace United Methodist Church 1601 Sam Rittenburg Blvd., Charleston, SC 29407. His guestbook may be signed at www.jamesamcalister.com. Arrangements by JAMES A. McALISTER Funerals and Cremation. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jan. 24 to Jan. 26, 2013.

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Carlos Nelson

March 19, 2021

Sorry for your loss d ray was a stand up guy and gave me my first job!! Bless you all RIP dray will never forget u man and all that u taught me!! Thanks!!

Jenny Loy

February 2, 2013

May you rest in peace beautiful soul

Stephanie Monticone - Potempa

January 29, 2013

DRay,
You were a true waterman. Thank you for the beautiful memories on the hobie, the surfboard & Folly Beach. Thanks for always being your true self, for the wonderful stories and the best margaritas. May you rest in peace.

Allen Blanchard

January 29, 2013

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

Kent Prause

January 29, 2013

D Ray, rest in peace, brother. Another Kenny Benny.

Natalie Staropoli

January 28, 2013

D Ray - You were one of a kind. It was a pleasure knowing you, bringing food to you and sitting with you hearing some of the best, yet true stories anyone could ever tell. They were so colorful. You were courageous and brave in your fight, the pain is gone. Go in peace and be with your loving parents. "In my heart, you'll always remain forever young, forever young."

Abby and Rodney Travis

January 28, 2013

Donnie.,
We will miss you so much. You gave us one of our greatest joys, sailing. We shared many memories together on Folly and our hearts ache with your passing. On to new adventures! May God continue to bless you and hold you close. Much love,

January 26, 2013

We will miss you D Ray. Michele& Gary Worth

Danny Petterson

January 26, 2013

Donnie Ray,
I have no doubt we'll bump heads again! Sail on brother!
Danita

Buddy Sanders

January 26, 2013

Donnie Ray-You were an amazing person to know. Our family feels blessed to be called your friend. Your friendship was never ending. You are one person who really knew how to live your life just the way you wanted. I think you enjoyed life more than most people will ever know. I am sure your family will miss you greatly! I have truly learned how to live my life just by knowing you. Rest in peace my friend and we will see you again one day.

Michael Golemis

January 26, 2013

To the best "waterman" I ever knew...Sail on sailor...you will be missed.Godfather

January 25, 2013

Donny,
I only got to know you in the last year. Talking about your faith in your backyard late at night has given me so much strength
. Your dignity, love and faith will always be an inspiration to me. Thank you for sharing, and remember, I'll be waiting for a sign.
Love,
barbara

Nancy Burnet Sidley

January 25, 2013

Donnie you were a very special person in alot of people's lives. All of us from Folly Beach will miss you. Ride your perfect wave with God.

Danielle Pellegrino

January 25, 2013

So sorry to see you go, my friend. I will miss you. Vaya con Dios.

Arcade & Johnny Middleton

January 25, 2013

D-RAY YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AS A GREAT NEIGHBOR. YOU WILL BE WELL MISSED. THANK U FOR GIVING OUR SON JUSTIN HIS FIRST JOB AS A YARD PERSON. LOVE YOU ALWAYS. FAMILY YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY.

ARCADE AND JOHNNY

January 25, 2013

Donnie- For many of years you were like my brother. We had many great times together and those memories will always be with me. You were truely one-of-a-kind. I will miss you!! I love you. Lyn Newman Bradley and family

Josh Aydlette

January 25, 2013

I'll never forget Uncle Donnie, as I called him. He helped teach me how to surf, many years ago by the Atlantic House. I still surf to this day. Riding in his Bugatti was a memory I'll always remember too. I lost touch with him over time, but he still played a part in my life. Surf on Uncle Donnie.

Ann Williams

January 25, 2013

May God be with D-Ray's family at this time. He touched so many lives in so many ways... He always lived life to the fullest...And Folly Beach would not have been the same without him. You will be missed by so many people!

January 25, 2013

My heartfelt prayers and sympathy for your family. I went to high school with Donnie; many fond memories.
April Sedgwick Green

January 25, 2013

To D Ray, The Lord brought you home to live in peace. Your many good friends will miss you. Kenny was so glad to see all of you at your birthday dinner. RIP old friend. You always watched out for Janet and I. Love, Rhonda(Rondura)-Janet(Juanita) and Kenny(Benny) and Kelley.

Ricky Fogle

January 25, 2013

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

Kenny Hill

January 25, 2013

To a brother,go and rest in peace. Kenny Benny

Sharon Deal-Molony-McMillan

January 25, 2013

I'll always hold you in high regard as one of my longest and truest friends.

Sharon Deal-Molony-McMillan

January 25, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of D-Ray's passing. We shared many good times! From sailing to antique car shopping, his thirst for new adventures and conquests was never ending. I will miss his stories, phone calls and visits. He was a wonderful man, and I'll miss him terribly.

Caldwell Costa

January 25, 2013

"D" Ray You broke all the molds. Folly Eva forever C-Well

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