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James H.B. "Jimmy" Gaskins Jr.

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James H.B. "Jimmy" Gaskins, Jr. N. CHARLESTON - James H. B. "Jimmy" Gaskins, Jr., 67, of North Charleston, SC, husband of Deborah Atchison Gaskins, died with his wife by his side Wednesday, September 14, 2011, in a local hospital. Born February 1, 1944 in Orangeburg, SC he was one of three children of James H. B. "Hugh" Gaskins, Sr. and Helen K. Gaskins. Jimmy worked at Lockheed Aircraft Company for many years. He was the proprietor and owner of Jimmy's Pub wherein he had several locations over the years in the Charleston area. Jimmy professed he didn't really start living until he married Deborah and they had their daughter, Emily. They were the two loves of his life. Jimmy was an avid supporter of Emily and her friends in all of their endeavors. Jimmy was known by his many friends for his keen wit and sense of humor. He attended Northwood Assembly Church. Mr. Gaskins is survived by his wife of 19 years, Deborah Atchison Gaskins; daughter, Emily K. Gaskins; father, James Hugh Burns Gaskins, Sr.; sister, Lynne Watkins and her husband Dick of Rock Hill, SC; nephews, J.E.B. Watkins and John "Jack" Watkins; and father-in-law, Lawrence T. "Tom" Atchison and his wife Debra. He was preceded in death by his mother, Helen Ruth Kemmerlin Gaskins; and brother, Donald Rhett Gaskins. He will also be missed by his faithful companion, his poodle Precious. The memorial service will be held in J. HENRY STUHR, INC., NORTHWOODS CHAPEL, 2180 Greenridge Road, Sunday, September 18, 2011 at 2PM. Inurnment at Carolina Memorial Park will be private. The family will receive friends in Stuhr's Northwoods Chapel Saturday, September 17, 2011 between 5 and 7PM. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Emily Gaskins Education Fund, First Citizens Bank, 2170 Ashley Phosphate Road, North Charleston, SC 29406. 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 Sep. 15 to Sep. 16, 2011.

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Joan Moses-Hazlett

September 23, 2011

My Dear Debbie, Words can't express my sorry and hurt for you and Emily. Jimmy has always had a special place in my heart. His name can not be said without a smile spreading across my face. No matter how small or large these memories are, they will always be cherished! He meant alot to people, but to me he was my true FRIEND. Please take confort in knowing he was loved by so many. Love Joan

Kelly Horne

September 20, 2011

Dear Debbie,

Tom, Mike and me are so sorry for your and Emily's loss. We were so sad to hear the news about Jimmy. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you both and if you should need anything, please let us know.

Karen & John Oakes

September 19, 2011

Mrs Debbie,
John and me are deeply sorry for your loss. You know how much your family has meant to us. Jimmy will be well missed but never forgotten. We love you dearly and if there is anything you need or we can do for you please feel free to call us. God bless.

Shauna Oakes-Morris

September 19, 2011

Mrs. Debbie - I am sorry for your loss and how difficult this time is for you and your family. Mr. Jimmy was greatly loved and will be missed so much. You and him were always great upstanding folks. You both always treated my family good no matter what. If there is anything you need let us know.

Rhonda Stacks

September 19, 2011

Debbie and Emily my thoughts and prayers are with you .We love and will miss Jimmy always!

James[Rick] Blick

September 17, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Gaskins family.Though i haven't seen Jimmy in some time i have often thought of him.Jimmy you will be deeply missed by many who knew you.Rest in Peace My Friend.

Greg Levkus

September 17, 2011

Debbie my heart goes out to you and Emily you will be in my prayers.

Michael & Joy Segars

September 17, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. May God's love comfort you.

September 17, 2011

Debbie,I know it hurts like Hell,so you keep GOD #1 in everything you do & always stay as close to EMILY as ever... This will give you & Emily both peace, knowing JIMMY will be standing right next to GOD looking down with that HUGE smile on his soul. I know he & Becca are are up there laughing it up together, but also knowing how much we're hurting down here.I will cherish the memories with JIMMY & please know that you & Emily will stay in my thoughts & prayers during this time... LOVE YA'LL
KEITH

Jennifer Bayer

September 16, 2011

Jimmy will be greatly missed, so many wonderful memories I will always have thanks to him. I am praying for Debbie and Emily during this difficult time. If there is anything Darrell and I can do, please let us know.

Suzanne Rast- Graham

September 16, 2011

Debbie,
My heart goes out to you during this very difficult time. You and your daughter are in my prayers.

September 16, 2011

Debbie and family,

We were so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing,you and Emily will be in
our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,

The Mike Baxter Agency

patrick smith

September 16, 2011

Jimmy was one of the best club owners i have ever know, we have followed jimmy clubs around for many years he will be missed by many of his freindes and costumer will miss u jimmy Patrick & Connie Smith

Angie Owens

September 16, 2011

You will be Missed, the memories will be cherished forever..

Angie Owens

September 16, 2011

Debbie & Emily, My prayers are with you both in your time of need...I do have to say Jimmy was the best boss I ever had..I am truely grateful for what I learned from him and for the job he gave me in my difficult time of life..If ever Debbie or Emily needs anything I will be there for you just call..
Love,
Angie Owens

Tina Stubbs

September 16, 2011

Debbie, I am so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. I send my sincere condolences to you and Emily at this time. I will remember always the fond memories of working for Jimmy at Jimmy's Pub. For all the good times and laughter. Jimmy was a good person and boss and he loved his family dearly. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and Emily.
~Tina Stubbs

barbara meyerhoff

September 16, 2011

Debbie and Emily, We are so sorry for your loss. I know how important and sacred your family is to you Deb. You and Emily stay strong. If We can do anything to ease your grief please let
us know. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Jimmy was a wonderful person, we will miss him. Love, Bill and Barbara Meyerhoff

Carlos & Elizabeth Delacruz

September 16, 2011

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Beth Morton Snowden

September 16, 2011

Debbie,I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

Angela Myers

September 16, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the Gaskins family. As a former employee, I can attest to the profound love that this family shared. Anyone who knew Jimmy had no doubt of his pride and joy in Emily or his adoring love of Debbie. He will be so deeply missed. May God comfort your family in this time of great sorrow. May you be reminded that it is only a temporary separation and that God promises of a great reunion with eternal happiness. May God bless you and keep you wrapped in the arms of love until that day.

Angela Middlebrooks Myers

September 15, 2011

Hugh and Lynne and all loved ones I am so sorry for your loss. Deborah and Emily my prayers are being lifted for God to wrap his arms around both of you and give you comfort. I know there will be a big hole in your life and heart. In sympathy Wanda Felkel Amsbaugh

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