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John Henry Rast RINCON, GA - Entered into eternal rest on the evening of September 14, 2010, John Henry Rast, husband of Rozalia Szabo Rast. Residence, Rincon, Georgia. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. John Henry Rast are invited to attend his funeral services at Johns Island Presbyterian Church, Saturday, September 18, 2010, at 11 o'clock. Burial will follow in the churchyard. The family will receive friends at J. HENRY STUHR, INC., WEST ASHLEY CHAPEL, this Friday afternoon, from 5 until 7 o'clock. John Henry was born on December 10, 1975, in Charleston, South Carolina, son of Henry J. Rast, III and Candace McClary Stokes. He was the owner of All Around Outdoors in Rincon, Georgia. He was an avid outdoorsman, he loved to fish, hunt, and loved his faithful dog Drake. Surviving are his wife, Rozalia, of Rincon, who is with child; his father, Henry J. Rast, III and step-mother, Deborah Dandridge Rast of Dorchester, SC; his mother, Candace Stokes of Charleston; daughter, Gwendolyn Rast of Summerville; brother, Michael Herold and his wife Yvonne and their children, Jackson and Mason of Daniel Island; two sisters, Robin Heidt and her children, Philip, Mackenzie, and Alaina of Rincon, GA, and Camille Rast of Pooler, GA; paternal grandmother, Ada Rast of Johns Island; his maternal grandmother, Catherine McClary of Charleston; and several relatives and friends. 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. 16 to Sep. 17, 2010.

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Eugene Lancaster

September 23, 2010

Dear Rozi,
John Henry was your light and will always be there in your heart and spirit. He will always be close to you with the presence of his funny laugh and beautiful smile. There is no doubt in my mind he is with Our Lord Jesus Christ. We loved John Henry so much; Eugene can barely look outside or get on the tractor without thinking of him. Robin, your brother loved you so much and wanted nothing but the best for you. Philip, Mckenzie and Laney your Uncle John Henry has been there for you constantly. He loved you guys as if you were his own children. Abount 2 weeks ago he taught you McKenzie, to dive; and Laney he brought you swimming all the time. Philip he help to teach you to fish and hunt and was always there for you. We love all of you and will be there for you always; Love Eugene, Lisa, Clay, Leia, Jessica and Quenten

September 22, 2010

I am so sorry to read of your loss. My deepest sympathy.
Beverly Roberts

Trey Honeycutt

September 21, 2010

I went to Sea Island Academy with John Henry and sat next to him in most classes during high school. He was one of the funniest guys I met. Your friendship and laughter will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

September 21, 2010

Tuffy and Debbie, We were sorry to hear about the death of John Henry. We only heard about it yesterday. Diane texted David and he forwarded the message to us. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love ya, Raymond and Harriette

Margaret Chanler

September 21, 2010

I feel very sad over the loss of John Henry. Memories of him have been flooding my thoughts over the past days. Tuffy-I am thinking of you during this sad time and I wish you comfort and strength.

Nicole Campbell

September 20, 2010

I am so sorry for the familys lost. My prayers are with all of you. John Henry and I went to Sea Island together, he could always make you smile.

Sunny Hamilton

September 19, 2010

I am so very sorry for your loss. John Henry will surely be missed by all.

Jonas Heise

September 18, 2010

John henry was a great friend to me. He had the biggest heart and smile and a laugh that i'll never forget. I sure will miss him. We all will. He will always live eternally through our memories. My heart and prayers go out to all of his family and friends.

Williams Farms

September 18, 2010

Tuffy and Debbie, you and your family are in our hearts during this difficult time. May our thoughts and prayers and Gods helping hands help you through the tears.
** Wendy,Tommy and Jason
Williams Farms Lodge,SC

AL Felder

September 18, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

September 18, 2010

Robin,
I am very sorry for your loss. You & your family are in my thoughts & prayers. Please call me if you need anything.
Sincerely,
Susan Richardson

Marie Beckett

September 17, 2010

Dear Debbie and Tuffy and family, My heart goes out to you. John Henry has found freedom, peace and is at Home with God. I for one will be left with the memory of his wonderful sense of humor and his beautiful smile. The party would not have been complete without him. Much love and sympathy to you all...Marie Beckett

September 17, 2010

Candy, Tuffy, Ada,and Cathrine, I am thinking about you and so sorry.Time flies by us and we do not keep up with people who are dear to us, but they are still in our thoughts and life.I will pray for God to comfort you. Louise Miness

Bonny Ferguson

September 17, 2010

I will never forget the day JH brought me a baby deer or the day that our precious baby daughter was born! The best parts of him are alive and well in Gwenny! So very lucky to have experienced the good times over the course of our marriage. So sad he is now gone. As Gwen says, "A piece is now missing from my heart." Gone but NOT forgotten...

Jennifer Phillips

September 17, 2010

John Henrys smile and laugh will forever be missed. Some of the greatest stories that I know start with John Henry. The family will remain in my thoughts and prayers.

CPT Charles Levine

September 17, 2010

One of the happiest people I have ever met, John was one of my high school students at Sea Island Academy. His absolutely BRILLIANT smile lit up evryone around him. I'm sure that his baby will have the same infectious spark of life and happiness to spread throughout the world like his father. Mrs. Rast, I am so sorry for your loss.

September 17, 2010

Candy, I sure was sorry to hear about John Henry. You and your family are in my prayers.
Love, Alice

Hal Cummins

September 17, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. It was always a delight to see John Henry at The Privateer as he always made us laugh. He will be missed by all who were blessed to have known him. All of us at Sea Island Academy and The Privateer are very sad to learn of this news, You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Deborah Nelson

September 17, 2010

Dearest Candy and family. Words can't properly convey my feelings. I won't be able to be there with you this weekend but I will be there in spirit. Will see you soon. Love you all-

Deanie & William White

September 17, 2010

Rozi and Family,
We can't tell you how sorry we are about your loss. John Henry will be miss. We are here for anything you may need. You are in our daily thoughts and prayers.
Deanie & William

nicole campbell

September 17, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to John Henry's family. He always made us smile and thats hard to do when your in high school.

September 16, 2010

To the family of John Henry, we are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. With deepest sympathy Mr. & Mrs.John Bryant and Mr & Mrs.Stanton Bryant and family.

Goshen Corner Employees

September 16, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Bertie Infinger

September 16, 2010

Debbie and Tuffy, we were so very sorry to hear of the loss of John Henry. Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. May God give you comfort in your time of sorrow. Love,Bertie,Anthony and Stacey Infinger

Brigitta and Mokuska

September 16, 2010

Rozi, we cannot tell you enough time how sorry we are for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. He will be missed FOREVER.

Debbie & Bill Fennell

September 16, 2010

Candy, we were so sorry to hear about John Henry. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you and if you need anything,call me.

Love, Debbie & Bill Fennell

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