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John Pasley Obituary

John Alston Pasley CHARLESTON - Mr. John Alston Pasley Sr. 58 of Charleston, S.C. entered into eternal rest on Saturday, August 23, 2014 at MUSC. Late residence 38 Drake Street, Charleston, South Carolina. John was born August 4, 1957 to the late John Green, and the late Margaret Pasley. John graduated from Burke High School in 1975 and attended Trident Technical College. In 1977 John was united in marriage to the former Judy Johnson. To this union two sons were born. His Funeral Service Career began at Mitchell's Funeral Home, in 1972. During the same year he began driving a limousine for Rev. Issac Brooks and Mr. Edward Singleton. Both preceded him in death. In May of 1979 he became employed by Fielding's Home for Funerals of Charleston, South Carolina. He passed The South Carolina State Exam of Morticians and became a Licensed Funeral Director. He was the Proud Owner of License # 1808. On September 29, 1983 John was united in marriage to the former Blondell Jackson. To this union one daughter was born, and one daughter was adopted. Also in 1983 he was promoted as the General Manager of Fielding's Home for Funerals directing three locations. In 1995, John became the Manager of Pasley's Mortuary of Charleston, South Carolina. Some of his friends call him a "True Undertaker!". He had a Love and Compassion for Funeral Service and was a Mentor to a lot of young men in the business. He was also considered an "Icon", Teacher, and a "Great Giant" in his profession. He was a lovely person and a wonderful husband. In 1993 he started driving Yellow Cab and became an independent driver owning his own cab #84. In 2013 he became the Manager of Walker's Mortuary of John's Island, South Carolina after the death of Mr. Christopher Walker one of his Mentors. He is a member of Nichols Chapel A.M.E. Church. His Class Leader was Ms. Evelina Mills. He was affiliated with the following organizations: South Carolina Funeral Directors & Mortician Association Inc., The National Funeral Director & Mortician Association Inc., Ancient Square Lodge #174, George Washington Carver Consistory 162, Arabian Temple #139 Shriner, and also a member of Elks, West Ashley Lodge #1721. John is survived by his devoted wife Blondell Pasley. His children, Mr. John A. Pasley Jr. (Terry), Mr. Jevan A. Pasley, Ms. Joy A. Pasley, Miss Janee A. Pasley (Peachy), Mrs. Monique J. Sheppard, Ms. Jacquetta Deas (Quetta), Mr. John Henry Simmons and Master Joshua Wright. Brother of Mrs. Nellie Mae Pasley Simpkins (Pani), Mrs. Janice Pasley Brown (Samuel), Rev. Marvin Pasley (Marietta-Pie), Ms. Annie Green, Mr. Richard Staggers (Mona Lisa), and the late Elizabeth McNeil (Nana), Sisters-in-law: Mrs. Mariam Hamilton (Harvey), Ms. Millicent Kelly, Ms. Joyce Gordon, Fredricka Whitfield, Ms. Mildred Fiall, Brothers-in- law: Mr. Junior Branch (Helen), and Mr. Wilson Branch (Betty), a host of grandchildren, great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews. All Services will be Private. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Aug. 24 to Aug. 25, 2014.

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Georgette Stewart

September 12, 2014

TO MY FAMILY,
I am heartily sorry for your loss. May God continuously comfort and bless you always!
Never does one feel so utterly helpless as in trying to speak comfort for bereavement.

~Jane Welsh Carlyle~

September 3, 2014

John was an uncle too us. My father the late Ulysses sanders and john were great friends. To hear this news is devastating. He will truly be missed. My prayers and sympathy are strong to all. Jevan hold strong....we got you.

Michelle Green

September 1, 2014

Sorry for your loss John! !! May God take care of the family!

August 28, 2014

Sorry to hear of your loss. May God remain with you at this time of bereavement.

The Pittman and Jackson Family

August 27, 2014

"Death is only a step to a gateway anew" Our thoughts and prayers are with you during you period of grief. "This too shall pass, but time is a great healer" Thinking of you. From Mungo Funeral Home and Staff.

Brooke Smith

August 27, 2014

I can say so much about this wonderful man but to remember the most, He was a #1 legend a great mentor/dad to me. I'm going to miss our calls and conversations! No matter where he saw me at or when I needed him he recognize me as his daughter! I thank him for encouraging me to getting myself prepared for the funeral business! Although he won't be here to see me graduate in flesh I know his spirit will be floating all around me! To Mrs Pasley& family you all have my deepest sympathy!! My heart is truly broken but I know God saw fit for him to no longer suffer in pain and I must say Heaven gained a Humble Angel! R.i.p Daddy/Mentor John A Pasley!!! You will truly be missed!

betty branch

August 27, 2014

the peace and joy of God's mercy endureth forever and is always available to you

August 26, 2014

Weeping may endure for a night, but JOY cometh in the morning.
I have a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.

R.I.P Bro. John Pasley, you will be deeply missed.

Stiney Mcknight Mears

August 26, 2014

My deepest sympathy to The Pasley Family

Shelia Laval

August 26, 2014

Sorry about the death of your husband father an grandfather to be absent from the body is to be present with The Lord hope you all fine peace in knowing that he is in heaven be encourage God will take care of you all.

nell and larry clark

August 26, 2014

The family have our deepest sympathy. John will be miss

August 26, 2014

May god bless you and family in time of sorrow.

Cynthia Gail Mack Wescott

August 26, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Nathaniel & Theresa Wright Mozzee

August 26, 2014

To Mrs. Blondell, his children, Rev. Marvin Pasley, his siblings, and other family members:

We were sadden to hear of Mr. John's demise. We know that with God's grace and mercy in dew time he will heal your broken heart and bring all of you divine peace. We will miss him for he was a very kind, but humble man and his life on earth spoke for him, not only in his work but in his personality. We say to you look to the hills where all of your strength will come from our heavenly father. In your weakest moments lean on God and remember the good times you shared with Mr. John. We will keep you all in prayer. Mr. John sleep on take your rest we loved you but God loved you best.

With deep regrets and sorrow,
The Wright Family,

Thomas Jr.,(Janice), William(Mary), Sharon(Lavern), Theresa(Anthony), Jackie(James), Ann(Melvin), Tye(Verna), Timmy(Gail), and our families, Charles Smith

Evon Wilson

August 25, 2014

To the family.we are so sadden,to hear of the loss of your beloved one.you have our deepest sympathy.remember that our "God" is an awesome "GOD",and makes no mistakes.Be strong and remember the many years,you were all blessed,to share with your loved one.

Evon,Vera and family.

August 25, 2014

To Sister Blondell , Sister Terry and family members

We extend our deepest sympathy to the Pasley family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. May your memories bring you comfort.

Eastern Light Chapter # 360, OES
Sis. Doris S. Grant, W.M.
Bro. Jerome Jackson, W.P.
Officers and Members

Linda Powell & Family

August 25, 2014

To John Jr. and the Pasley family, I am sorry for your lose, but God will take care of you.

Curtis Heyward

August 25, 2014

Rest in Peace My Brother One Nice Man I Will All Always Remember Your Good Spirit Sleep On Take your Rest.

Dr. Stewart Middleton's Dental Office and Staff

August 25, 2014

To the Family,
We extend our sincere condolence and sympathy to your family.

August 25, 2014

Rev. Pasley,
You have our prayers in the passing of your brother.
With sympathy,
The Blake Sisters

Contrenia Haynes

August 25, 2014

To the Pasley family,

Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. John is no longer suffering with any illness and resting in the hands of the Lord. You are in my prayers. Trust God he willl comfort and strenghthen you.

Leonard & Sherry Seymour

August 25, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Darlyne Goins

August 25, 2014

Praying for strength to all, during this time. God is able.

August 25, 2014

To the Pasley's family,
May God bless you and be with you during this bereavement period, for he will see you through.
Love, Merdel Bolton Chisolm & Family

MINYON (MIMI) DOVER-GADSDEN

August 25, 2014

To THE PASLEY FAMILY AND STAFF: I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU JOHN AS YOU TOOK MY UNDER YOUR WINGS AND GAVE ME A LOT OF KNOWLEDGE WHEN I WOULD COME TO PASLEYS MORTUARY. AS I WOULD CALL YOU "JOHN BOY" YOU WOULD ALWAYS ENCOURAGE ME AND TELL ME THAT I CAN EXCEL IN THE FUNERAL BUSINESS....MY HEART IS HEAVY BUT I KNOW ALL GOOD BYES,GOOD NIGHTS, AND I MISS YOU ARE NOT FINAL IT JUST SIMPLY MEANS WE SHALL MEET AGAIN......LOVE ALWAYS MIMI

Iskra Hudson

August 25, 2014

To the Pasley Family my heart felt wishes goes out to your family, May God Bless You All

Diane Hart Ravenel

August 25, 2014

You were the light of the business may your family keep the light of your world and business glowing with smiles and memory ,
.May God continue to keep and bless your family and keep the joy that you may .have strength.

Yvonne Smith

August 25, 2014

Little John, you and your family have my deepest sympathy. Know that God will take care of you.

Barbara Griffin

August 24, 2014

My deepest Sympathy to the Pasley, Family!....I pray tht God will ease to ease your pain!

Curtis Smith

August 24, 2014

John A. Pasley Sr was a real warrior in the funeral busniess you will be truly missed.John carry on your dad's legacy.

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