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Jeff Biel Daniel Island - Jeff Biel, 74, passed away suddenly on Saturday, May 26th, at his residence on Daniel Island. He was in good spirits before he died. Jeff was raised in Wisconsin, and then went on to the University of Notre Dame, where he graduated with honors. After a time in finance in New York City, Jeff became a career Naval officer. He graduated from Cornell University with a Master's Degree in Finance, while in the Navy. He served in the Navy's Submarine Supply Corps for 27 years. After the Navy, Jeff served for 13 years as the Americorps*NCCC Southeast Region Campus Director. He counted Abraham Lincoln, Winston Churchill, W.C. Fields, and Charles Dickens among his significant influences, along with Saint Roch (the Patron Saint of Dogs). He made a habit of watching Dickens' Christmas Carol starring Alastair Sim during the Christmas season. A quick-witted, generous, and loving person, Jeff could often bring out a sincere laugh in others. He lived his life with courage, a competitive spirit, a sense of humor, and tenderness. He was grateful for all the people and friends alongside whom he worked, joked, played golf, celebrated, commiserated, danced, and myriad other ways experienced and shared life. The Biel family would also like to thank The Daniel Island Summit Place residents and staff, for allowing Jeff to play such an active role in their community. Jeff is survived by his wife and friend Lynda; son Steve; sister Mary Ellen; six nieces and nephews; his friends; and his faithful dog Kippy. Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted to www.mcalister-smith.com. Arrangements entrusted to MCALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 1520 Rifle Range Road, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, (843) 884-3833. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from May 29 to May 30, 2018.

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Donald Scott

June 22, 2018

Sorry to hear of Jeff's death. He was an incredible ally in the founding of AmeriCorps NCCC Charleston Campus. He was a champion of National and Community service. Condolences and fond memories to family and friends are submitted with gratitude and sincerity.
Donald L. Scott
Brigadier General, US Army, Retired
Founding Director AmeriCorps NCCC

Bob Holly

June 8, 2018

To Lynda and the rest of Jeff's family, my deepest sympathies on your loss. To Jeff, you were one of the most intelligent, sincere, funny and kind persons I have ever known. I will never forget your warm humor and friendship. Many happy memories mingle with sadness as I think of your passing. Rest well and in peace, my friend.

Tom Bryant

June 5, 2018

I had the pleasure to work with Jeff at AmeriCorps NCCC. Jeff and I both enjoyed testing one another with trivia, including musical trivia. I remember I once convinced him to perform the entire Trouble recitation from Music Man, one of my favorite musicals, at a staff meeting. As the NCCC lawyer, I had to endure many lawyer jokes from Jeff, but they were always good natured. Jeff served his country well, both as a Naval Officer and as an AmeriCorps NCCC Region Director. He will be sorely missed by us all.

Sandra Foreman

June 5, 2018

Jeff will be missed!! He was the best "boss" a person could ask for!! He was an easy person to love, respect and work with. Very Smart, funny and fair!! Rest now Jeff, listen to that big man music and continue reading those many books in the heavens!!

Len Hammond

June 3, 2018

A fine SUPPO and leader. An honor to have served under him.

Mike Handley

June 3, 2018

I remember Jeff from his days in Mechanicsburg at SPCC. He was always a bit of a maverick, didn't play political games, invariably brilliant, and always quick witted with impeccable integrity. I count him as one of the people who had a significant positive influence over my civilian career. RIP.

Ken Wenzel

June 1, 2018

I kept telling Jeff to eat those fruit pies!! Lynda, he'd enjoy a good laugh at that. Seriously, saddened by his passing. Susan and I send prayers and condolences to you, Steve and Jeff's whole family.
-Ken Wenzel

Jim Barnard

June 1, 2018

One of my most influential mentors as I was growing up as a young submarine supply corps officer. An absolute gentleman, with one hell of a sense of humor!

June 1, 2018

Dear Steve & Lynda.
Am grateful for fond memories of our family Christmas holiday celebrations with your dad. Ill always remember your dads wit, military service, AmeriCorps leadership accomplishments and his magnetic personality. Kathy R Malaney

Thaddeus Simmons

May 30, 2018

Rest in peace my good friend.

Bill Dixon

May 30, 2018

On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), I offer our sincere condolences on Jeff's passing. You and your loved ones are in our thoughts and prayers. We are forever grateful for Jeff's service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Service. To our Brother we say, Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. May you rest in peace and may God bless your loved ones who remain. Thank you for your service to our country.

"Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace always in every way" 2 Thess 3:16

Jeff Biel, US Navy, Now on Eternal Patrol.
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate.

Bill Dixon, National Chaplain United States Submarine Veterans, USSVI.

R D

May 30, 2018

Sincere condolences.

Latoniya Prioleau

May 30, 2018

RiP Mr.Biel

Latoniya Prioleau

May 30, 2018

To Family n Friends..

My Prays are with you guys...Mr.Biel will be truely miss.Our class was First Class in Charleston,SC...RIP Mr.Biel..Fly Away...Heaven Belongs too Uuu

Your neighbor..

May 30, 2018

Our sincere condolences to the Biel family in the loss of your dear love one. Our prayers are as yours, that God provide his care and comfort you each day.
- Psalms 145:18,19

Doreen Hampton

May 30, 2018

Mr. Biel was a great campus director of americorps. I am proud to have served in americorps.

J Phillips

May 30, 2018

So sorry for your loss. Will be keeping your family in our prayers.
I was in NCCC with Mr Biel the inaugural year in Charleston and he was a great and well respected leader who will be missed.

E Rogers

May 30, 2018

Thank you Mr. Biel for your leadership and laughs during my year in AmeriCorps NCCC (Class II 1995-1996). I am honored to this day to have worked and served all the communities that I did with you as my campus leader. Thank you for instilling integrity, honor, and discipline in me. My sincerest condolences to your loved ones at this trying time.

T W

May 29, 2018

Sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" strengthen your family during this difficult time (Isaiah 61:1,2)

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