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Ila Caldwell Obituary

Ila Mae Coursen Caldwell HUDDLESTON, VA - Ila Mae Coursen Caldwell passed away peacefully on January 14, 2015 while surrounded by family in Huddleston, VA. She is predeceased by her mother Ila Ruth Coursen and father Clarence "Duke" Coursen, of Scranton, PA. Her sister, Marjorie Palumbo lives in Scranton. She leaves behind 2 daughters and their husbands Laura and Howard Whitcomb of Brooks, Maine, Ila and Tom Bayrer of Huddleston, VA; son, Douglas Caldwell of Littleton, CO. She has one grandson, Joshua Whitcomb and wife Kathryn, of Kentucky. Ila Mae loved people and spent her life making friends, acquaintances and family feel welcome, wanted and "at home". As a school librarian she encouraged many young people to enjoy a good book: She ALWAYS had one in her tote bag! She was a member of Summerville Presbyterian Church (843-871-0280). Memorial services will be held there on Friday January 30, 2015 at 12 noon. Committal will be in Pennsylvania at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Low Country Food Bank, 2864 Azalea Dr. Charleston, SC 29405-8216 or Good Samaritan Hospice 2408 Electric Rd Roanoke, VA 24018. Local arrangements by Oakey's Vinton Chapel 540-982-2221 Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jan. 23 to Jan. 25, 2015.

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Steve Matthews

February 5, 2015

I knew her as Ila Mae and dated her daughter Ila Ruth 30 years ago. My deepest condolences to Ila, Laura, and Doug.

What a wonderful and cool person. Ila Mae treated me like her son and was so kind hearted. I am kind of stunned today because I have thought of Ila Ruth many times and to see that her mother passed literally days ago is wrenching my heart. Mom as I called her was so nice and I visited her home in both Rock Hill and when she moved to Charleston.

I will miss her spirit. So kind to everyone she was.

Elaine

February 3, 2015

I will remember the smiling Ila when we worked together in Summerville, she was such a gracious lady.

Joyce Shanklin

January 31, 2015

Ila was a great lady. As the librarian at Macedonia Middle School, she provided a safe place for teachers who needed a listening ear. Our Happy Hour Club was formed during this time and held strong until her death . I will miss you Ila.

Trisha Hoff

January 26, 2015

Ila will always remain close to my heart. She was such a good friend to me and helped me through some bad times when I first moved to Summerville. She was always there for me. Ila was wonderful, kind, and fun to be around. She will be missed by many!

January 26, 2015

Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one may God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time Ps 46 :1

S. Washington

January 24, 2015

Sorry for your loss. May the GOD of all comfort be with the family at this time sadness.

January 24, 2015

Ila was a true lady. Enjoyed sharing time with her on many Tesday meetings of the "Liar's Club". From our conversations, I could tell she cared deeply for her friends and wanted to help everyone enjoy reading and life. Carolyn Daniels

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