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Edwina Gadsden Obituary

Edwina N. Gadsden Charleston - The relatives and friends of Ms. Edwina Gadsden are invited to attend her funeral service on Saturday, December 2, 2017 11:00 AM at Mt. Zion AME Church, 5 Glebe St., Charleston, SC 29401. Interment: Emanuel AME Church Cemetery. Ms. Gadsden was preceded in death by her father, Mr. Edward Gadsden, mother, Mrs. Winifred Fullen-Mason; and beloved grandparents: Mr. and Mrs. William and Susie Gadsden. She is survived by her siblings: Mrs. Tonda Pauley (Larry), Mr. Edward N. Gadsden Jr. (Yvette); nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends. Viewing for Ms. Gadsden will be on Friday, December 1, 2017 from 2:00 to 5:30 PM at The William M. Smith Memorial Chapel, 2 Radcliffe St., Charleston, SC 29403. Also, at the church from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, where the family will receive friends from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. There will be NO viewing for Ms. Gadsden following her funeral service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: The Harriet G. Simpson Education Commission of Mt. Zion AME Church, The Burke High School Foundation, Voorhees College Alumni Association, or Twenty Pearls Foundation of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.wmsmithmcnealfuneralhome.com Arrangements made by W.M. Smith-McNeal Funeral Home, Inc., 2 Radcliffe St., Charleston, SC 29403 (843)722-3676 or 1-800-924-5659. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Nov. 21 to Nov. 30, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
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Amos Jones

November 16, 2024

Never forget!

Amos S. Jones

November 15, 2022

Remembering Edwina "Tippy" Gadsden!

Amos Jones

November 15, 2019

Remembering Edwina!

Chelsea Middlebrook (Jaridau Family)

December 4, 2017

Ms. Edwina sponsored me; Debutante. I am so appreciative of your thoughtfulness to me and my family in representing me.

Alexis Seabrook

December 4, 2017

I am so saddened to hear about Ms. Gadsden's passing. She was my teacher in high school over 25 years ago and one of my favorites. I'll always remember her. My deepest condolences to her family.

SARA, LATOYA AND KAYDEN WILSON

December 2, 2017

OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY!

Shanequa Griffin

December 1, 2017

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
we will forever miss you and your beautiful spirit from Rev. Everlena, Shanequa, and Maurice Griffin

Gail Hacker

December 1, 2017

Condolences to the family.

Josephine Prioleau-Richardson

December 1, 2017

To the family of Edwina,

Just learned of Edwina''s demise. She will be missed.
Edwina lived her life as a Christain should. It was always a pleasure to be graced by her presence.

I pray that Edwina rest in peace and family that you may find comfort in and peace in Jesus.

May God keep you in his Love, Peace and Joy

November 30, 2017

My sincere condolences to the Gadsden family. I fondly remember Edwina as a student at Voorhees College. She was a very caring and generous individual. Rest In Peace Soror.

Joyce Crawford
Voorhees Alum, 1974
Champaign, Illinois

LINDA HEYWARD

November 30, 2017

To The Gadsden Family you are in my prayers. I last seen her a couple of years ago at the hospital. She was my English teacher at NCHS. She kept me in check and I thank God for her to this day. Heaven has gained an ANGEL.

MARY JONES

November 30, 2017

HEART FELT SYMPATHY TO THE GADSDEN FAMILY AT THIS TIME.[ WINA] AS I CALLED HER WAS AN AWESOME PERSON TO KNOW. FRIENDLY AND HIGH SPIRITALLY FULLFILLED. GOD HAS GAIN ANOTHER ANGEL IN HIS ARMY. BE ENCOURAGE UNTIL WE SEE WINA AGAIN. BLESSINGS.
SALLY DICKERSON JONES AND FAMILY.

Diana Baxter Reynolds

November 30, 2017

Rest in paradise Edwina....Burke High Class 1964

Stacey Johnson

November 28, 2017

My deepest condolences to the family of Ms. Gadsden. I'm a former student of Ms. Gadsden and have fond memories of her. I would see her just about every week @ the store. She will truly be missed by all who loved & cared about her. God will see you through this difficult time and she will live on in our hearts.

SARA MACK

November 28, 2017

With Deepest Sympathy To The Gadsden Family In The Loss Of Edwina.

W. Franklin Evans

November 28, 2017

The Voorhees College Family mourns the death of our beloved alum, Ms. Edwina Gadsden. Our prayers are with her family and loved ones who share fond and blessed memories of our life and impact.

Gail Blair

November 27, 2017

May the wonderful memories, made with Edwina, allow hearts that ache to heal with peace and joy. In all things we are to praise and thank God. I thank Him for allowing Edwina to be in my life.

T. Williams

November 27, 2017

My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Ms. Gadsden.

Gregory Boone

November 27, 2017

To the family,our prayers and condolences are with you and for you. Edwina was a wonderful neighbor and friend. We miss her. God's continuous blessings be upon you.

Jamie Wells

November 26, 2017

To the family, my condolences. Ms. Gadsden was a great influence in my husbands life and a classmate and lifelong friend to my Aunts. Her caring and nurturing spirit was one the many qualities that made her an awesome educator. The Wells Family thank you for sharing her with us. Burke High School was made better with her presence. May these words bring comfort to the family.

P. Martin Richburg

November 24, 2017

Edwina has always been a compassionate, caring and loving person. She was very active and always gave her support to Voorhees College. Her support, concern for others, and participation will truly be missed. Prayers to her family. P. Martin Richburg - Class of 1972.

Yolonda Pettigrew-Stewart

November 24, 2017

My condolences to the family and friends of Ms. Gadsden. She encouraged me at a very pivotal point in my life and I will forever be grateful that she was the kind of teacher that took interest in her students.

Ms. Gadsden, you nurtured my love of English and Reading even the more. Thank you for being such an inspiration!! Rest In Paradise. ..

Donald Sweeper

November 24, 2017

I remember Edwina when I spoke to you at the wake of Robert Pickering a mutual classmate of ours. May the God of peace and love comfort your family. You will always remain in our hearts and we will never forget you.

Diane RAVENEL

November 24, 2017

To one of Burke finestest teacher may God comfort your family and keep them in peace doing this time of loss a flower has been pick for God's garden,love the Hart twins girls.class of 78.

Hilda D. Gadsden

November 23, 2017

Saddened by the unexpected death of Edwina. We last talked and laughed three week ago at the Post Office where we often saw another. Edwina will surely be missed by her many friends.


Family know that we are praying for and with you. God will take care of you.


Hilda D. Gadsden
Charleston SC
Burke High School Class

Jacquetta Miller-Whaley

November 23, 2017

To the family of Edwina Gadsden, my deepest condolences on this unexpected news. Edwina was such a quiet spirit, very friendly. May the memories of Edwina strengthen you through this season.

Drexyl Logan

November 23, 2017

Sending my condolences to the Gadsden family.

November 23, 2017

RIP my sister calvin parker class of 64

Amos Jones

November 23, 2017

I am saddened by the demise of my dear classmate. May the peace of God be with her soul and peace and comfort to the family.

The Scott, Husser and Harrell Family

November 23, 2017

Sending our deepest condolences to the family. We will keep you all in our prayers.

Ronald Turner & Family

November 23, 2017

To the family of my long time friend and classmate, I extend my deepest sympathy. It was only a few days ago that we talked and laughed about our families, friends and plans for the future. I am truly blessed to have had her in my life. May the peace of our lord be with you. She will be sorely missed.

Elcares Hollins-Anderson

November 22, 2017

Sending my condolences and prayers to the Gadsden family. Ms. Gadsden was my English teacher at NCHS and I must say she kept everyone in check. To know her was to love her. We need more teachers like you were, but you were one of a kind and well respected. May your soul rest in peace!

Tonya Duncan-Edwards

November 22, 2017

You were a great teacher and friend, rest in Paradise.

PATRICIA Waring Bryan

November 22, 2017

Rest in Paradise "Tippy Toes". Yours was a life well lived!

Rev. & Mrs. Leroy Middleton, Jr.

November 22, 2017

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Ms. M. Anne Cook

November 22, 2017

To the Family of my Dear Soror, the late Ms. Edwina Gadsden, I am extending my condolences upon hearing of her transition. Do find consolation in knowing that she is resting in the arms of our Heavenly Father from whom all blessings flow. "When praise/prayers go up, blessings come down."
She will be sorely missed.
This 2017 Thanksgiving holiday just won't be the same.

Prayerfully,

Bobby Weisenberger

November 22, 2017

I was sad to hear of the passing of our neighbor Miss Edwina. She was such a wonderful lady with a kind heart. It seemed as if she had never met a stranger. She would never pass us by without stopping and saying hello and truely cared about how we were doing. Rest easy, you will truely be missed.

Kristen Weisenberger

November 22, 2017

I am truly going to miss my neighbor. She would always beep her horn, holler hello and strike up a conversation with everyone on our street. While she was afraid of dogs she always said hello to my dog, Maggie. Rest in peace, dear, sweet friend.

Myrna Higgins

November 22, 2017

A very caring woman of God. Rest in Peace.

Marilyn

November 22, 2017

Rest in peace, my sister. God will take care of you. I will miss seeing your beautiful smile, whenever I came home. Talking about the good old days when we lived in Rose lane.

Jeanette Stewart

November 22, 2017

Family;
Edwina you will be missed most especially from the Super Bowl party. Your resounding outlook on many things will be remembered. Take your rest and
may God bless the family.
Jeanette & Ralph Stewart

Viola Holmes

November 22, 2017

My friend you will be missed I have not known you that long but I really enjoyed our laughs togather pray that God will grant you eternal peace and heaven has gained and we have lost.

Alanese Champaigne

November 22, 2017

My sincere condolences to the Gadsden family. Ms. Gadsden was a great teacher. She sure kept me in line and I'm forever grateful.

Vera Brown

November 22, 2017

I am truly saddened to hear of the passing of my dear friend, neighbor and adopted cousin Edwina. I will miss the many visits, chats, and laughs with this sweet traveling woman. She never met a stranger, traveled well and enjoyed life to the fullest despite any health issues. I can still see her "sashaying" around the house, simply being busy... Rest now my dear friend. I'll always cherish our visit on last week and how you worried about me getting wet in the rain, while leaving. Edwina was always concerned about the well being of others...always. Enjoy Heaven My Friend!! I miss you already.

Ophelia

November 22, 2017

Edwina was a strong, feisty, and very caring lady. We are saddened by her demise but her beautiful smile and spirit will always always be in our hearts. To her family, she was classy, warm- hearted and a very accomplished lady. She had spoken so highly of you. We'll all pray she will Rest In Peace. Our best wishes to all especially during the holidays.

November 22, 2017

Mrs. Gadsden was 1 of my favorite teachers at North Charleston High. I got to know her better after her aunt bought a house in my Rosemont community. She will be missed.
Sorry for your loss.(Antwan Smokey Frasier. R.I.P Young Lady.

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