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George Richard West Jr.

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George Richard West, Jr. CHARLESTON - Entered into eternal rest on the morning of December 28, 2011, George Richard West, Jr., husband of Glennis Ambrose West. Residence, Charleston, SC. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. George Richard West, Jr., are invited to attend the funeral service of the former, Saturday, December 31, 2011 in James Island Baptist Church at 1:00 PM. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the Church. Interment, Bethany Cemetery. Mr. West was born December 16, 1934 in Charleston, SC, the son of George Richard West and Sara Spiers West Lyerly. He attended James Island Baptist Church. Mr. West was a graduate of Chicora High School in 1954. He served in the United States Marine Corps and retired as First Sergeant after 23 years of service. He was the retired owner of West Awning and George West Offshore Bait and Tackle. He was a Charter Boat Captain and an avid offshore fisherman. He was a charter member of the SCSSA, a member of The American Legion Post #147, The VFW Post #445, life time member of Charleston Elk's Lodge #242, and a past member of the Charleston Yacht Club. He is survived by his loving wife, Glennis A. West; children: Rick West (Angela), Lynn West (Donna), Jeannie Wiggins (Kelly) and Angie Youngblood; one brother, William S. West (Sharon); three granddaughters: Hanna Youngblood, Emma Youngblood and Capers Zimmerman; one grandson: Jarrett Youngblood all of Charleston, SC; two nephews: William West, Jr. of Atlanta, GA, Brian West (Debra) Havelock, NC; one niece: Saralyn Andrade (Byron) of Mt. Pleasant, SC. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to James Island Baptist Church, 2023 Wappoo Drive, Charleston, SC 29412. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/ deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Dec. 28 to Dec. 29, 2011.

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Joanie Clute

January 5, 2012

Glynnis, I am so sorry for the passing of George. You made a wonderful difference in his life and he in yours. I hope you can find peace and a smile thinking of the good times, love, good memories and know that he is at peace. Take care sweet lady.
Joanie

Tracy Searson

January 3, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss, and so thankful to have known George. He was a wonderful man and will be missed by many.

Beth Arnold

January 1, 2012

SO sorry to hear of the passing of a wonderful friend. I am honored to have known him and he sure did make an impression not only on my life but on many others. Rest in peace, dear friend.

George Maynard

January 1, 2012

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Denise Sterner

December 31, 2011

Dear Glynnis,
I am so sorry to hear about George. I know you have been taking care of him through his illness for some time now. He will be more comfortable now and will be at peace. Love, Denise

December 30, 2011

to Julia Smoak Boykin, I saw your entry in the guest book and wanted to ask you to please use my email as I would love to get in touch with you after all these years. My email address: [email protected]
william west

December 30, 2011

To Julia Smoak Boykin. I read your guest book entry and remember you very well and with fond memories and would like for you to contact me on my email address as I would like to contact you. Thanks for your response, William West. E-mail address [email protected]

December 30, 2011

I grew up with George and William, We attended the same school, and church, had so many friends and I have many memories of all the gang and the things we did..It has been many years since I have seen either of them but I always think of them when I drive thru Nafair..My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family, May God give you his Precious Peace That only he can give..Julia Smoak Boykin

Martha Faye and Ted Blankenship

December 30, 2011

Crossing the Bar

Sunset and evening star,
And one clear call for me!
And may there be no moaning of the bar,
When I put out to sea,

But such a tide as moving seems asleep,
Too full for sound and foam,
When that which drew from out the boundless deep
Turns again home.

Twilight and evening bell,
And after that the dark!
And may there be no sadness of farewell,
When I embark;

For tho' from out our bourne of Time and Place
The flood may bear me far,
I hope to see my Pilot face to face
When I have crost the bar.

By Alfred, Lord Tennyson
The Poetry Foundation

Elizabeth Beaudry

December 30, 2011

Aunt Glennis, I am so sorry to hear this. Please know that Michael, the kids, and I will be praying for you.

Nancy (Singletary) Hoffer

December 29, 2011

Mr. West and Sharon, Phil and I were saddened to learn of your brother's passing. I hope that friends and family will be your strength in the days ahead. Please know that you are in our thoughts.

Cassie DuPree

December 29, 2011

Glennis and family, God bless you all at this most difficult time. You are constant on my mind. Love you very much, Cassie

Mark Farris DDS

December 29, 2011

Sorry for your loss. I will keep you in prayer.

Joann Moore

December 29, 2011

Ms. Glennis and family you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love you all Joann

Ruby Kvestad

December 29, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

SSgt Nicke Gaspers

December 29, 2011

I worked with lstSgt West when he was with the Marine Corps Reserve. He was always a gentleman and a Marine. He stood out as an example to the entire Company. Semper Fi.

Colleen Santiago

December 29, 2011

Dear Glennis -
Kim told me yesterday about George's untimely passing. I have always kept you in my prayers with everything you have had to go through in the past several years.
We do not often see one another but it's as though no time has lapsed when we do. I will see you soon.
Love you. Colleen

Christine Lord

December 29, 2011

To you my friend, George, may you rest in the land with the lord. I thank you for your kindness and friendship. My prayers to all of your family and friends. I love you.

December 29, 2011

Dear Glennis and girls and to all of you in Georges family,I send my most heartfelt sympathy.May the love of God bring you all comfort through this most difficult time.Much love,Linda Wertan

Kathy Wiggins

December 28, 2011

George , you will be missed by all of us at Terri's!
Aunt Glennis, I love you!

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