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Faith Semmes Obituary

Faith Cameron Semmes CHARLESTON - Faith Cameron Semmes died on the evening of June 15th in Charleston. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Prewitt Semmes and Faith Van Clief of Charlottesville, Virginia. Faith is survived by her devoted husband, John Zillioux, and her beloved daughter, Cameron Semmes Stoll. Faith Semmes was an inspired portrait artist whose work is represented at the Dog and Horse Fine Art Gallery, 102 Church Street in Charleston. Family and friends are invited to celebrate her life at the gallery on Monday, June 21st at 6 p.m. Donations in Faith's memory may be made to Pet Helpers, 1430 Folly Road, James Island, SC 29412. Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Jun. 17, 2010.

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June 30, 2010

Faith had a very kind and gentle soul. She was one of my favorite Madeira classmates. I'm so sorry that she's left us. I send my prayers and best wishes to her family. Barbara Hoversten

Read Penson Gendler

June 27, 2010

I was Faith's classmate at the Madeira School. She will be greatly missed by the many whose lives she touched. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and loved ones. With deepest sympathy, Read Penson Gendler, Madeira '70.

Carol Linville Pet Helpers

June 22, 2010

Dear John, Cameron and family- On behalf of all at Pet Helpers, please accept our most sincere & heartfelt sympathy in your loss of Faith. On a personal note, I cannot tell you what shock and sadness I felt when I heard. Her talent, heart, gentle spirit and giving nature is a huge loss to our community, the animals, friends, and most certainly you. I know she will live on through her incredible work and the beautiful pictures and paintings that are a part of , and have touched, so many. There is no understanding why she had to leave so soon; only God knows. You are in our prayers during this most painful time, and if there is anything we can do for you, we are here. Sincerely,
Carol Linville and all at Pet Helpers.

David Mason

June 21, 2010

I just found out about this late last night. I am devastated. I just cannot believe it. Faith was probably the kindest, gentlest person I have ever known - and one of the most beautiful,as well- both inside and out.

Words cannot fully express the depth of my sadness at this moment. I shall treasure the memories of my time with her forever. I only wish there had been even more.

Faith was IRIDESCENT in life and will continue to be so in the memory of all who knew her!

John & Maggie McKellips

June 21, 2010

The world may have lost a precious treasure in Faith's passing, but we have all gained so much in knowing her when she was with us. Our hearts are sad but our memories of Faith will always bring smiles to our faces. All our love John.

Elizabeth Wenner

June 19, 2010

I am so sorry to hear about Faith's passing. I remember her sitting on the grass with puppies crawling on and around her. My sincere condolences to all who loved her.

Lynn Oliver

June 18, 2010

Faith will be missed by all her family and friends. All my thoughts and prayers are with you John, as well as Cammie and the rest of her family and friends.

Kay Jackson

June 18, 2010

I believe: "Heaven is the place where all the dogs you’ve ever loved come to greet you." I know there is a happy, wild celebration in heaven right now!

Shelby Ward

June 17, 2010

Faith was and always will be an inspiration to us all. My heart goes out to you, John, Cam, OM & OD, Little Gin, and all Faith's family. Take comfort in knowing Faith's star will forever shine bright in every heart she touched. “What the imagination seizes as beauty must be truth.” Keats

Stephanie Giering

June 17, 2010

I believe that Faithie's light shines even brighter now. She is always in my heart.
Steph

Barbara Foster

June 17, 2010

So sad to hear this news....Faith was a beautiful person and she touched my life with her friendship. She will be missed. My deepest condolences to John , Cammie and her family and friends...she left us all much too soon.

Malcolm Witter

June 17, 2010

Faithie brightened the lives of everyone who knew her, and she will be sadly missed. Hers is not a death to be mourned, however, but a life to be celebrated.
My love and condolences to Cammie, John, Ginny and the rest of Faithie's extended family,
Max

June 17, 2010

Our prayers are with you all; John, Cammie and Faith's parents.
Faith was a loving, giving and inspirational person. We love her dearly...and will miss her every day of our lives.
We are so, so sorry for her passing...much, much too soon.
All our love,
Hank & Laurel

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