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Douglas Appleby Obituary
APPLEBY, Douglas Douglas C. Appleby, M.D., a retired general surgeon died at his home on Monday, February 5, 2007. He was 78 years old. The relatives and friends of Dr. and Mrs. Douglas C. Appleby are invited to attend the funeral services of the former, Wednesday at ten-thirty o'clock in J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL. Interment will be in Live Oak Cemetery, Walterboro, SC at twelve-thirty o'clock. Dr. Appleby, a son of Douglas C. Appleby, Sr. and Doris Corbett Appleby, was born in Walterboro on October 2, 1928. He graduated from the College of Charleston in 1949. He subsequently obtained a Masters Degree from Syracuse University in Biochemical Genetics. He then graduated from The Medical University of South Carolina in 1955. After an internship at the Medical University Hospital, he completed his residency in general surgery at Saint Louis City Hospital. He then returned home to Charleston and practiced general surgery for 32 years. He served as the Chairman of the Department of Surgery at Saint Francis Hospital and on numerous committees at Charleston area hospitals and through the Charleston County Medical Society. He was a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and was a member of the Medical Society of South Carolina, the South Carolina Surgical Society, and the American Medical Association. He was a humble individual who embodied what a surgeon ought to be: Gracious and compassionate to the sick, considerate to his associates, modest, dignified, gentle and merciful. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Buena Floyd Appleby, three children Douglas C. Appleby, Jr., M.D. and his wife Gayle; Thomas C. Appleby, M.D. and his wife Jo; and Terri A. Goodwin and her husband Barry; as well as eleven grandchildren: Douglas, Thomas, Matthew, Paul, Elizabeth, Christopher, Josephine, Mitchell, James, Amelia and Barry. Memorials may be made to Bethel United Methodist Church, 57 Pitt Street, Charleston, SC 29401 or Roper Foundation, 69 Barre Street, Charleston, SC 29401. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.
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for Douglas Appleby
frank pezzolla
February 20, 2007
Doug, my great friend -- we just today received word of your father's death, being out of country since February 1st.
It breaks our hearts to know what you and your family have been experiencing, the exreme sadness of your loss.
Reading the comments from those who knew this special man, it is obvious that Dr. Appleby was one of a kind, a true professional person and wonderful individual.
To have him in your life for so many years was a true blessing.
Our prayers and love are with your family.
Frank & Evelyn Pezzolla
Bobby Linker
February 9, 2007
To all of Dr Appleby's family I am sorry to hear of Dr Appleby's passing. I have a lot of good memories growing up with all of you and will miss him. My family and I will hold you in our prayers.
frances s freeman
February 7, 2007
Please accept my sympathy on the passing of Dr. Appleby. Many years ago he saved my right thumb which had been cut very badly in an accident. The tendrons had crawled half way up my arm and he said he could not get to them it would be stiff. I told him to leave it on that I did no want to loose it. That was back around 1965. His surgery was successful and I have 90% use of my thumb. He was the most caring, kind and thoughtful doctor I have ever met. I am sure his family has many wonderful memories to hold on to and know that there are many people that he touched while on his journey through life.
Frances S. Freeman
Montgomery, Al.
Thomas Wiedow
February 7, 2007
Dr. Appleby saved my life with 2 surgeries due to a ruptured appendix when I was in fifth grade. I am now 31 and healthy with two scars... my family and I are forever greatful. His bedside manner could not be matched... a true kind soul and master of medicine, he will be truly missed. My condolences to his family... TJW
Dr. Norman Wiedow
February 7, 2007
I have Dr. Appleby to thank for my sons life. He was by far the most caring doctor I have ever known. My sincere sympathy goes to his family over the loss of this great man.
LORETHA WILDER
February 7, 2007
I WANT TO SEND MY CONDOLENCE TO THE APPLEBY FAMILY. I(LORETHA WILDER)USED TO WORK FOR YOUR FAMILY AS A DOMESTIC. MR. J.B.ULMER RECOMMENEDED ME TO YOUR FAMILY. ONCE AGAIN MY CONDOLENCE IS EXTENTED TO YOUR FAMILY
Dawn Jones
February 7, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Appleby's passing. He was the most wonderful doctor I have ever known. He will be missed by so very many. His caring and compassionate way is difficult to find in doctors today. He was truly a blessing to all.
Elijah Sparkman
February 7, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Sandra McAvoy
February 7, 2007
Terri, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. I lost my dad just over a month ago and I know first hand the pain you feel. My heart goes out to you and your entire family. You won't recognize my married name, but I am Sandra Human who worked with you at Duke Power. Take care and hold onto the wonderful memories you have of your dad.
Betty Calloway Pittleman
February 7, 2007
Boo, Dougie, Tommy & Terri; Uncle Giles called me today with the news of Doug's passing. I'm sorry I cannot be there to support Doug's family as he supported his Uncle Clint's. From Grandma Bet to Bert to me and always for Catherine, Doug was there. We will miss his gentle wisdom, love and support. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
February 6, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of Dr.Applebys' passing I Remember him from way back at 315 Calhown St.
Him and Dr. William McGuire were our family doctors They just dont make them like that anymore, Again I am truely Sorry for your loss
Cynthia Walker
February 6, 2007
Tommy I was so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I alway enjoyed working with him at Roper.All of you are in my prayers.Cynthia
SHARON MAXWELL@FAMILY
February 6, 2007
I AM DEPPLY SAD TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF DR. APPLEBY HE WAS TRULY A GOD SENT WHEN MY MOTHER WAS ILL.HE WILL TRULY BE MISSED.
Pat Sellers Kearns
February 6, 2007
Buena, I'm so sorry to hear that Doug had passed away. He was such a nice person even as a medical student and we were in nurses training. I'm sure you don't know but I have a son who is alive and well today because a great surgeon named Doug Appleby operated on him for melanoma. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Ralph and Shirley Corbett
February 6, 2007
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss...our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sherri Walker
February 6, 2007
As you grieve know that we are remembering you and honoring the memory of your Father.
Val Miller
February 6, 2007
Dear Doug and Terri,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Val Miller, staff and faculty of DHAP, MUSC
Mildred Howell
February 6, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of one of our great doctors and my condolences are extended to the family. I don't believe I would be here had it not been for Dr. Appleby who found my cancer and led me through complete recovery. He will be missed.
February 6, 2007
Our prayers and thoughts to you and your family Dr. Appleby of Greenville, during the lost of your father.
Cardiac Surgery Team of
The Greenville Hospital System
Clotilde Shapiro
February 6, 2007
Dear Appleby family,
I am so sorry to read of Dr. Appleby's passing. He was such a compassionate, wonderful and caring person. I have such fond memories of his kind ways. He and my father were both such great physicians. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
With love, Clotilde Tracy Shapiro
Velda Shorter
February 6, 2007
My Deepest Sympathy to the Appleby Family. Dr. Douglas Appleby of Greenville, know that your father is in a better, no more pain and suffering, only eternal peace.
Velda Shorter
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