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BOSTAIN, James James Edward Bostain, 78, of Summerville, SC, passed away at his home on February 9, 2009. James was born on June 12, 1930 in Hickory, NC, to the late Jacob and Hazel Bostain. After graduation from Hickory High School in Hickory, NC, he joined the United States Marine Corp, where he proudly served for 22 years. He then became a Postal Letter Carrier for 20 years. James was also a member of the Masonic Lodge. He is survived by his wife; Freda Jean Owens Bostain, five sons; Edward Dale Bostain and wife Shiela of Beaufort, SC, Noel Francis Bostain and wife Leslie of Butler, TN, William Griffin Bostain and wife Lee of Hickory, NC, James Michael Bostain and wife Stacey of Summerville, SC and Frederick Eugene Bostain and wife Donna of Summerville, SC, six grandchildren; Brittany Noel Sepeda of Butler, TN, Bernadette Rose Smallwood of Columbia, SC, Marcie L. Bunch, Sheri E. Bostain, Samantha M. Bostain and Renee L. Bostain all of Summerville, SC and three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one son; Jacob Lee Bostain. Memorial service to honor James will be held on Thursday, February 12, 2009 at Summerville Family Worship Center, 407 N. Magnolia St, Summerville, SC, at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The American Cancer Society. The Bostain family is being served by PALMETTO CREMATION SOCIETY, CHARLESTON, SC. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Feb. 12, 2009.

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Robert Hogan

February 15, 2009

February 15th
I'm so sorry to hear about Jim's passing. Ed Nelson just told me. I enjoyed working with Jim. My route was the first one he learned when he came to work at River's Annex.
We will continue to keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob & Becky Hogan

David Tester

February 14, 2009

Thank you for letting us be a part of your family. We extend our sympathies to all of you.
Chaplain David Tester
Winyah Community Hospital

REBECCA STANFIELD

February 13, 2009

Michael, Jean and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find comfort in the life time of memories that have been shared . May God's grace comfort and encourage you.

David Rison

February 13, 2009

Jean.
Susan and I were sorry to learn about James' death. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Robert/Hilda Taylor

February 13, 2009

Jean we were so sorry to hear about Maggy , He was always a good friend to Hilda and myself. He always had a funny storie to tell. I reckon the LORD wanted a good man in HEAVEN to be by HIS side. May GOD be with you Mag as HE walks along side you on the road to HEAVEN.Amen

February 12, 2009

Michael our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family


Shane & Terri Harwell

Cindy, Erica, Melissa, and Sarah Harwell

February 12, 2009

Michael we are sorry to hear about your families loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Daniel and Kathy Harbeson

February 12, 2009

Noel and Family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss. I am sorry that we could not attend the Memorial Service, but I was not aware of your fathers passing until later today. Take care and come to visit soon.

Wanda Clyde

February 12, 2009

Michael we want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. God has an amazing amount of peace and comfort just for you and your family -- because He love you and you are His child! We love you and are here if you need us!

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