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James LaVanway Obituary

James "Jim" Gordon LaVanway, 82, of Summerville passed away on Thursday March 20. McAlister-Smith Funeral and Cremation - Goose Creek

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Mar. 23, 2025.

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Susan Greene

March 26, 2025

Evelyn and family, God promises to comfort those who mourn. Praying for strength and peace for you all. Blessings to you.

Mabel Diamond

March 26, 2025

To My Dear Sister Evelyn! May The Lord Strengthen You and Family during this time! I will be praying for You All. Much Love Mabel Diamond

Charles easterling

March 24, 2025

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

David and Marilyn Hunt

March 23, 2025

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

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Mar

26

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

McAlister-Smith Funeral Home

869 St. James Ave., Goose Creek, SC 29445

Mar

26

Funeral service

2:00 p.m.

McAlister-Smith Funeral Home

869 St. James Ave., Goose Creek, SC 29445

Mar

26

Burial

3:30 p.m.

Plantation Memorial Gardens

3345 S. Live Oak Drive, Moncks Corner, SC 29461

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McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation - Goose Creek Location

869 St James Ave, Goose Creek, SC 29445

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