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Dorothy Bennett Maguire

1921 - 2020

Dorothy Bennett Maguire obituary, 1921-2020, Charleston, SC

BORN

1921

DIED

2020

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James A. McAlister Cremation

1620 Savannah Highway

Charleston, South Carolina

Dorothy Maguire Obituary

Dorothy Bennett Maguire Charleston - Dorothy Bennett Maguire passed away peacefully at Roper Hospital on Thursday, April 23, 2020. She was the widow of Dr. William F. Maguire, Sr. with whom she had celebrated 70 years of devoted marriage. She is survived by her daughter, Susan E. Maguire and her son, Dr. William F. Maguire, Jr., both of Charleston. Mrs. Maguire was born in Smoaks, SC, the daughter of the late Bessie H. Bennett and Ernest F. Bennett. She was predeceased by her brother, CPT Ernest F. Bennett, Jr., US Army, WWII Purple Heart recipient. She and Dr. Maguire were parishioners of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. She will be laid to rest at Holy Cross Cemetery. Services will be private due to present circumstances. Online condolences may be offered at www.CharlestonFunerals.com. The family would like to thank those at Roper Hospital and Roper Hospice for their compassionate care. Arrangements by JAMES A. MCALISTER, Inc. (843) 766-1365. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Apr. 25 to Apr. 26, 2020.

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Leslie Lyles

June 23, 2020

Susan and Billy,
Deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved mother. This is an unusual time and Im sorry I couldnt share in a formal memorial for your mother but know how much you all care for each other. What a long and precious life. Many good thoughts for you both.

Joseph Roberts Roberts

April 30, 2020

Dr Maguire, please know how sorry I am for the loss of your Mother. Take care in knowing that she was so loved.

Helen Green

April 27, 2020

Susan and Billy,
We were so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was a sweet soul and I have such good memories of her growing up in the neighborhood. One, in particular,was when she always gave us extra sprinkles on our ice cream.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you both.

Libda Brennan

April 27, 2020

Dr.Maguire ,I am so sorry to hear of your Mothers passing. Its so very hard to lose them. Prayers for you and your Susan.

Bobby Maguire

April 27, 2020

Billy and Susan,
Aunt Dot was such a dear person and she will be missed.There is comfort knowing that you took good care of her and that she is now at peace with Uncle Bill.

Sincerely, Bobby

Tom DiFiglio

April 27, 2020

Dear Susan and Billy,

My deepest condolences to you both at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tom Di Figlio

Janet Hopkins

April 26, 2020

Susan and Billy,
I'm thinking about you and so sorry for your loss. Take good care.
Love, Janet

Carter Maguire

April 26, 2020

Susan and Billy, my thoughts and prayers are with you both. We wish we could be with you to celebrate Aunt Dots amazing life. Hope to have that opportunity in the future in some way. Sending love and strength. So happy that Aunt Dot is with Uncle Bill again. ❤

Trish Maguire

April 26, 2020

Susan and Billy, Im so very sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of Aunt Dot (and Uncle Bill) from family get togethers over the years. Thinking of you both at this difficult time. You are in my prayers.

Frances Condon

April 26, 2020

Dear Susan and Billy,

I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful mother. What a great neighborhood we grew up in with so many wonderful memories.

My love, thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

God bless you both,
Frances ❤❤

Joanie Gerken

April 26, 2020

Susan and Billy, I am so sorry for you loss. She was the last of the neighborhood moms. I will keep you both in my prayers.

Tom and Susan Magee

April 26, 2020

Susan and Billy: As you both are aware your Mom (and Dad) were great people, especially when it came to Family and Church. Sorry for Your loss.

Catherine Clark

April 26, 2020

Dr. Maguire,
My heartfelt condolences on news of your Loved one.
May the Peace of God be yours at this time.
Your Family's service is appreciated.

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