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Douglas Tillman Obituary

Douglas Tillman HANAHAN - Douglas Carlisle Tillman of Hanahan, SC, entered into eternal rest March 8, 2024. Douglas was born September 22, 1942, to the late George and Carrie Tillman. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Sandra Tillma; and sister, Carolyn Tillman Johnson. He is survived by his son, Paul (Julie) Tillman of Folly Beach, SC; daughter, Kristi (Monty) Rycroft of Chesapeake, VA; grandchildren, Ashley (Chris) Lundquist and Matthew Rycroft; and two great-grandchildren, Cameron and Caroline Lundquist; and brothers, James Tillman and David Tillman. Douglas was a graduate of Hanahan High School and was a longtime member of Yeamans Park Presbyterian Church. Douglas retired from the South Carolina Ports Authority where he had a long career. He will be remembered for his love of Clemson football, his joyful and joking personality and for always having a song to sing. He loved his family and friends dearly. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Mar. 11 to Mar. 12, 2024.

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Ronald Rowland

July 31, 2024

I knew Douglas at the shipyard, he was in the battery gang to support nuclear submarines. We spoke often, great man. Will be missed.

Jodie Smith

March 15, 2024

I sure will miss Mr. Tillman. I enjoyed talking with him everyday I came by to deliver his mail. I just found out about his passing and I´m sorry to hear the news. God Bless him and Sandra.. they were definitely some of my favorite customers. RIP until we meet again.
Jodie Smith USPS letter carrier

JERRY KENNEDY

March 14, 2024

To the Tillman family sorry for your loss. PRAYERS for the family. I knew DOUG from working at the PORT,

Judy Walker

March 12, 2024

"Dougie" & I led the Maypole dance at the Fishburne May Festival when we were in fourth & fifth grades. ( I think we had a talent for skipping. ) He was fun, funny, and liked by everyone. I know he will be missed by many. Praying peace & comfort for his family.
Judy (Johnston) Walker

Kay Magee Smith

March 12, 2024

Thoughts and prayers for the family of Doug & Sandra Tillman.

Rock Bradham

March 12, 2024

Always sad to lose a member of our Hanahan Family, but this one was especially close.

Roxy Dyches Robinson

March 12, 2024

Doug was a classmate at HHS and was always full of high energy!
Thoughts and prayers for the family as they journey through this most difficult time.

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