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Geraldine Cantrell Obituary

Geraldine Jefferson Cantrell CHARLESTON - Ms. Geraldine "Tickey" Jefferson Cantrell, 71, of Charleston, SC entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, February 6, 2018. The relatives and friends of Ms. Geraldine "Tickey" Jefferson Cantrell are invited to attend her Funeral Service 11:00 AM, Saturday, February 10, 2018 at Greater Middleton Chapel AME Church, 5 Johnson Street, Charleston, SC. Interment - St. Peters Catholic Cemetery, North Charleston, SC. Wake Service will be held Friday, February 9, 2018 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the mortuary with the family hour from 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Ms. Cantrell is survived by her children, Glandria D. Jefferson and James L. Cantrell, Jr. (Kenya); grandchildren; siblings, Louise Saunders, Salaam Ali (Shelia) and Cornetha Whaley (Arthur); special cousin, Ethel H. Nail; and a host of other relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the American Cancer Society - Charleston, SC Office, 5900 Core Avenue, Suite 504, North Charleston, SC 29406 843-744-1922. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.murraysmortuary.com. Arrangements entrusted to MURRAY'S MORTUARY, 4060 RIVERS AVENUE, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 843-744-5488. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Feb. 8 to Feb. 9, 2018.

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Shirley McPherson

February 5, 2024

Sis. Cantrell is truly missed from Greater Middleton Chapel. Her involvement in the church, especially Sunday School was a blessing. I miss our conversations. (She wanted to 'tickle' my ear.

Rosalie Randall

February 13, 2018

I am so sorry to hear that Tickey passed away, I often inquire about her when I come down to Charleston. We were neighbors and family friends for years on Hanover Street. May God strengthen and comfort this family.

Georgia Jefferson

February 9, 2018

Condolences and prayers. Geraldine and I worked at MUSC. She had a kind hearted spirit. May her memories comfort you.

February 9, 2018

To our classmate Glendria and the entire Jefferson Cantrell family. We send our deepest condolences to you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and for many days to come. Take comfort in knowing that your mother will live in your hearts always. God will take care of you at this very difficult time. From Burke High School Alumni Class of 1984

Sh'Kur Francis

February 9, 2018

A beautiful woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Kaye Pegram

February 9, 2018

Sorry to hear about Geri. I worked with her at MUSC. She was so sweet and had a cute sense of humor. I know she will be missed. So sorry for your loss.

Condolences from the Holmes Family.

Ella (Ellie) Delestion-Fleming

February 9, 2018

Sorry to lose such a sweet spirt. We the daughters and grandchildren of Venie Delestion, and nieces of Uncle Eddy send our condolences May God comfort and keep you.

Former Neighbor of Reid Street

February 9, 2018

Praying for the comfort only God, Our Father can bring to the family and friends of Ms. Cantrell.

Shirley McPherson

February 9, 2018

To the family of Sis. Cantrell, Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers goes out to you all. Sis. Cantrell was a faithful member of Greater Middleton Chapel. Her presence will truly be missed. May the Lord strengthen and comfort you as you reflect on her memories. BLESSINGS.
Class #3 of Greater Middleton Chapel AME Church
Sis. Shirley McPherson, Class Leader
Rev. Merrielee Salley, Pastor

Tolbert

February 9, 2018

Sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort, comfort you during this most difficult time.

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