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Frances Smith Sweat

1952 - 2022

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1952

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2022

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Frances Sweat Obituary

Frances Smith Sweat SUMMERVILLE - Frances (Fran) Smith Sweat passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Frances was born November 26, 1952 in Moncks Corner, SC, the daughter of the late Lena Harvey Smith and Casper Smith. She retired from the Coastal Center in Ladson after thirty-one years of dedicated service to many clients and their families. Fran leaves behind her son, Joel David Sweat, Jr., of Summerville; a sister, Carolyn (Carol) Smith Knight of Summerville; a nephew, Lee Clontz (Melissa) of Decatur, GA; and a niece, Ashley Knight Biering (Griffin) of Huntersville, NC. She was predeceased by her mother and father and a brother, Robert (Bob) C. Smith. In lieu of flowers and in recognition of her love of animals, donations may be made to Dorchester Paws, 136 4 Paws Lane, Summerville, SC 29483. Arrangements handled by Simplicity Lowcountry Burial and Cremation Services, 281 Treeland Drive, Ladson, SC 29456. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Sep. 16 to Sep. 17, 2022.

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Jean walker

September 20, 2022

Joey and Carol, so sorry for your loss. My family is praying for you during this time of great loss. Know that our loving Father has wrapped his arms around you. Jean H. (sweat) Walker

Elaine Charpia

September 19, 2022

My heart is broken finding out that Frances has passed. She and I were always good friends but didn't talk often lately. We shared such good memories together when I worked at Coastal Center with her for 8 years and after work. She was such a joy, such a loving and caring person. I miss her.

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