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Jane Charles Obituary

CHARLES, Jane MYRTLE BEACH, SC - Jane Bentley Charles, 80, wife of Harry Charles, died Wednesday, April 4, 2007 at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center. She was born September 4, 1926 in Tampa, FL, a daughter of the late Frank and Gladys Booth Bentley. Mrs. Charles was a graduate of UNC Chapel Hill where she was a member of Chi Omega Sorority and a member of Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. She was a local artist, a pioneer on the local arts scene and a driving force behind the Springmaid Villa Art Museum. Mrs. Charles was Past President of the Waccamaw Arts and Crafts Guild, and was active member of the Horry County Board of Architectural Review. She was also an active member of Trinity Episcopal Church and the Alter Guild. Jane had a wonderful, sparkling sense of humor; and all who knew her were blessed by her great capacity for providing love and support. The artist in her suffused her life with a great joy for artistic beauty; and she deeply savored art and music. She possessed a deep and quiet elegance of personality, and she was greatly loved by all whom she touched. Survivors including her husband are: two sons, Kimbrough B. Charles and wife, Nan-Et of Farmville, NC, and Dr. John A. Charles and wife, Harriet of Myrtle Beach, SC; two daughters, Dr. Jane M. Charles and Husband, Alan Hopkins of Charleston, SC, and Ann G. Charles- Jordan and husband, Michael of Rumson, NJ; one sister, Florence Robey Tribbe of Little River, SC; six grandchildren, Julia, Lillian, and Austin Charles, Rebecca and Louisa Hopkins, Joey, Caroline, and Janey Jordan. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 7, 2007 at 11:00 AM at Trinity Episcopal Church with Father Mark Goodman officiating. Interment will follow at Ocean Woods Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to charity of one's choice. An online guest book is available at www.msfh.net. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Apr. 6, 2007.

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james charlie

March 1, 2024

i miss you everyday <3

Kelley Deviney

April 25, 2007

Charles,
Thurman and I are so sorry to hear of Janes passing. We are so sorry we didn't hear of it earlier so we could have paid our respects. Charles if you need any thing at all Thurman and I will be there for you, please just let us know. Knowing you and Jane has made our lives better, you are both great people.

Thurman and Kelley Deviney

Vicki Butler

April 13, 2007

To all of Jane's family,
I was terribly sad to learn of Jane's passing. I knew of her wonderful talent, but I especially remember the time she always took to stop and chat, sharing her sweet smile and love with all.
Truly a special lady!
Vicki Butler

Jacky McDaniel

April 11, 2007

Dear Charles family,
I had the privilege of working with Jane at Belk's during the years she worked in the advertising department. She was warm, witty, and had the kind of wisdom that gave her an aura that commanded instant respect from all who knew her. I still treasure a sketch she did for me of a live oak. I know heaven is richer with her presence, but I also know you will sorely miss her. God bless you all.

Blair Webster

April 10, 2007

Dear Harry,
We are so sorry about Jane. I knew the first time I met her, she was a very special person. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you and your family.
Love Susan, Marjorie, Lauren, Amanda, and Blair Webster

Carroll Player

April 10, 2007

Dear Harry and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time as you grieve over your loss of Jane. With our deepest sympathy, Carroll and Nancy Player

Patti Fabrizio

April 9, 2007

To Harry..........
With the help and encouragement given by Jane we, with Sister Citicens were entered into a, what else, a painting contest of the youth of Myrtle Beach. Jane was instrumental in getting the Arts class of Myrtle Beach High as entrees...We did so appreciate all the wonderful and inspirint things she did..It is difficult to write about such a talented and good person....The Myrtle Beach community will be without a most wonderful individual..

Patti Fabrizio

Ina Covington

April 9, 2007

Dear Harry and family,
I'm so sorry I couldn't attend Jane's funeral. I will always remember her as one the most beautiful, non pretentious,elegant and talented ladies I have ever known. I've been her hairdresser for years, she's been my friend for years, always encouraging and supportive. I already miss her terribly. I can only imagine what your loss must be. God bless you all.

Jeff Edens/Joe Atnip

April 9, 2007

Dr. John, Harriet and family. Jeff and I have been in your shoes. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Betty J. Bee

April 8, 2007

To Harry Charles and All of Jane's family: I was totally shocked when I read of her death in the paper. She was a valuable member and supporter of all the arts and we will miss her.

Celine Johnson

April 8, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. She was a very special "Lady".
Dick and Celine (CJ) Johnson

Sally, Kevan and Ryan Kee

April 7, 2007

Dear Charles Family,
I just learned of Jane's death this morning. I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could have attended her funeral and paid my respects to such a beautiful woman. I am so honored to have known her.
We are so privileged to have had her paint our daughters portraits. She was truly gifted in so many ways. Jane was an incredible woman, someone we can all aspire to emulate. Our sincere thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family.

Gloria Lee

April 7, 2007

I was so shocked as I read Jane's orbit. in the Sun News.
Water Aerobics will not be the same. Jane always came in with a sweet smile on her face. I loved talking with her. She will certainly be missed.
Thinking of you and remembering you in prayer.

Andrea Brock

April 7, 2007

Dear Charles Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. I am sure you all have many cherished memories of her.
Remembering you at this sad time,

Sabina Hurt Holt

April 6, 2007

Dear Mr. Charles, John, Harriet, Auston , and all the family,
Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Your wife, mother, and grandmother was a wonderful, caring and christian woman. I was so happy to meet her when I picked Auston up and took him to her house several times. She was so proud of her family. You all will be in our prayers. God Bless, With all our love, Rick, Sabina, and Blake Holt

Harold and Brenda Barron

April 6, 2007

We were so sad to learn of Jane's death today. We are out of town and want you to know you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Jane was a beautiful lady inside and out and an inspiration to so many people. It was a blessing to have known her.

Love and blessings,

Randal Wallace

April 6, 2007

Mrs. Charles was a very fine and gracious lady. When I ran for City Council the first time in 1999. In a race in which I finished a distant next to last. The Charles's supported me. We sat out on there back walkway and stapled my signs to his wooden stakes. We had a lot of fun that day. She was always willing to tell you exactly what she thought. I have always appreciated both of the Charles's friendship, support and advice. I will miss her. Yall are in my prayers.

Nancy and Bob Edelman

April 6, 2007

Dear Harriet and John, we are so sorry for your loss.

Barbara and Gus Chagaris

April 6, 2007

Dear Harry and Family, It was with a sad heart I pulled up the Sun News on computer and found Janes's death notice. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.We will always remember all the good times we use to have together when we lived in Myrtle Beach.God Bless
Love, Barbara & Gus

J.H. & Louise Houston

April 6, 2007

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Susan Dugan

April 6, 2007

You are all in my thoughts and prayers. We will miss Moma Jane. Love
Suasn, Michael and Stacey

Noreen O'Reilly

April 6, 2007

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

April 6, 2007

Our deepest sympathy. Love Curaelase.

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