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John Wickersham Obituary

John Wickersham, Jr. MONCKS CORNER - John Harley Wickersham, Jr., 55, husband of Crystal Long Wickersham of Moncks Corner, SC, passed away Saturday, July 21, 2012. John was born June 20, 1957, in Detroit, MI, the oldest son of John Harley and Eleanore Rotella Wickersham. He is survived by his loving wife, Crystal Wickersham of Moncks Corner; one daughter, Jess Wickersham (Amanda Caldwell) of North Charleston; three sons: Shaun Wickersham (Stephanie) and Jake Wickersham, of Goose Creek, Ethan Wickersham (Adrienne Graham) of Summerville; his mother, Ellie Wickersham of Summerville; one brother, Jim Wickersham of Southport, NC; two sisters, Pam Lanford of Summerville and Julie Thompson of Ontario, Canada, and two grandchildren, Olivia and Austin Wickersham. John was predeceased by his father, John Harley Wickersham. A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 11, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. at Summerville Presbyterian Church, 407 S. Laurel St., Summerville, SC 29483. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Arrangements by Parks Funeral Home, 130 West 1st North Street, Summerville, SC 29483. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jul. 23 to Jul. 29, 2012.

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August 13, 2012

For my classmate and friend John Wickersham,you were always unwavering with your kind,inclusive nature.At Wilkinson,Madison and the times after graduation that we happened to meet,your welcoming manner and cordial demeanor were an indicator of an absolutely beautiful spirit.Long may you soar.

Terry Maynard

August 12, 2012

I met John at Roper. my first day in the pharmacy. He was a very nice person, a good worker, good teacher and a good friend. He loved his family and always talked about them. He was so proud of them. He will be missed by all. My prayers go out to all the family.

Tina Springfield

August 10, 2012

Crystal and Family,
What can I say that hasn't already been said. My heart also hurts to hear of John's passing. I worked with John at Palmetto Infusion for about 5 yrs, I know he was an awesome person, co-worker and family man from the standards he held himself accountable to. The moment I started work at Palmetto he would always take the time to explain and teach. He was a Great Teacher. He will be greatly missed, My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Alicia Hatchell

August 9, 2012

I had the pleasure of working with John at the time Palmetto Infusion was transitioning to Infuscience. He brought much needed wisdom, wit, and joy to an otherwise dreary environment. He was a mentor and father figure to many, and taught me lessons about pharmacy and life that I will not forget. I am shocked and saddened at John's passing but am forever grateful to have had the opportunity to know him. Your family remains in my thoughts and prayers.

Maryann Kovacs

August 5, 2012

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

Carol Hall

August 1, 2012

Dearest Crystal and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult of times ever. Lean on GOD now, and he will get you through it. HE loves you very much!

Rae D'Agostino

July 30, 2012

Crystal and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of John's passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Love,
Rae D'Agostino

July 30, 2012

Crystal and Family
Over the years I have heard the expression "point of light" used to describe special people or things. John gave substance to the expression for me as he truly was a "point of light" whose life and character gave off love and kindness to all with whom he had contact. I know that John's heart, soul and spirit place him with the eternal elite.
Love Don Gibson, personally along with his Staff

July 30, 2012

Jess, Shaun, Jake and Ethan,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you - as are many memories.
Sincerely
Sandie (Sra) Mallard

July 28, 2012

To the Wickersham Family,may you look to GOD'S words according to is written at Psalms 119:105 which reads "Your word is a lamp to foot, A light to my roadway"in your time of sorrow.
....Lill Romeo (GOOSE CREEK,SC)

July 28, 2012

I was sad to hear of John passing. I knew John from Madison high. John was always ahead of the curve, a quick wit, directed, an inspiration, and above all, he was kind and a willing friend to anyone. My condolences to his family and friends for your loss.
Kent Hamilton Denver, CO.

July 28, 2012

Ellie and Crystal, Knowing your Johnny since he was a baby and watching him grow into a man made my heart proud.
I can't believe he is gone from us but I know he is with his dad now and that helps. We will all miss him so much. I have many memories of him at our cottage and they all make me smile. I'll never ever forget him.
Love,
Fran

cheryl allen

July 27, 2012

I am so sorry to hear about John. He was a great person and a dedicated professional. What I will always remember is that he always had time for my questions.

Deborah (Coy) Crane

July 26, 2012

Memories of John as a neighborhood friend & high school classmate are delightful. May his family and friends work through this tragedy and achieve a sense of peace that will only happen with time.

Colleen Otterson

July 26, 2012

The Otterson family would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the entire Wickersham family. We pray God gives you strength in your time of sorrow. My sister Sue spoke so highly of John and her heart is deeply saddened for Julie. She credits the entire Wickersham family for introducing her to camping. Remincising of the times she spent with your family camping in Michigan.. Love and Hugs.

Dawn Ware

July 25, 2012

Crystal and family, my heart was so sad when i heard the news. I am so sorry for your loss,ya'll have been through so much! I pray for God to strengthen and comfort you all,and you will continue to be in my prayers as time passes. I always enjoyed working with John over the years, I 'll always remember him with his white coat and a smile on his face,to check on us. He kept us straight!
He will be missed!

Amy Ball

July 25, 2012

All my love and deepest sympathies to all of you...

Pam Grucza

July 25, 2012

Dear Jim, Pam, Julie, and Ellie, My heart hurts over the loss you have suffered. May it help you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Rest in pain free peace John. Pam Grucza

Brenda Davidson

July 24, 2012

This was heart breaking news. John was a friend from way back in high school. He was kind and friendly to all. The last time I saw him was at the class reunion at cosmo's. He talked of family and his career-he was so proud of his family. May angels watch over his family always. God bless.

Sharon Wagner-Scott

July 24, 2012

I am so very sorry for your loss. John was a friend of mine throughout high school and after. He was a very special man who was always kind and always had a smile on his face. May GOD bless you all during this difficult time. I know that I am a much better person to have known John.

July 24, 2012

Crystal and family, you have my deepest sympathy. John was such a good person and will certainly be missed. Only time will help to heal your heart. you and your family are in my prayers.
Grace Cote

Gregory Hasho

July 24, 2012

I was so sorry to read of the passing of John. I knew him in high school and he was one of the few people I looked up to and admired. I sense he grew up into a Good Man. My condolances to John's wife and family. I am so sorry for your loss. To Jim, Pam, & Julie, we had a good time growing up together in the hood, I know your brother ("JoHann") will be missed. You are all in my prayers.

Jody Whitekus

July 24, 2012

My heart felt condolonces to John's wife and children. I knew your husband/dad growing up and he was a great guy. Much admired and very well liked. And to Jim, Pam, Julie and John's mom, God bless you all. You are in my thoughts.
Jody Whitekus
Madison High class of 1976

Lorri Mazzell

July 24, 2012

I'm not even sure what to say. Mr Wick was such a special person. He was loved by many who were lucky enough to get the chance to work with him. I was one of the very lucky to not only get to know him through work, but also to get to call him a true friend.
I use to tell him that he was like a father to me, but he insisted it was more like a brother. When I first met him I was called "The Mazzell Child" by him, but after lots of year of knowing him he started calling me "Miss Mazzell" because he said I got to old to be "The Mazzell Child" I am glad that we had lots of good memories to hold dear to my heart.
He loved his family very much. He always enjoyed working hard for them. He was proud of all of them and very excited about being a Grandfather to Olivia and Austin.
He will always be remembered with a smile. He was one of a kind. I will miss him very much.

Linda Hall

July 24, 2012

My prayers will be with all of your family. I am so very sorry for your lose.
Linda Beckett Hall
class of 1975 Madison High

Jil Hopkins

July 24, 2012

There is a great sadness in the air around Roper Hospital Pharmacy. Mr. Wick will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing and working with him. Heartfelt thoughts and Prayers to Crystal and the children.

Sheila Carpenter

July 24, 2012

Crystal & Family.

I have been blessed to share many happy times with you and John. Our children's marriage to one another, our ultra sound day revealing our little grandson and of course the birth of our grandson. I will forever feel bonded to the both of you & I am truly honored to have known him. He was full of love and treated my little grandaughter as his own. He will be very missed by us all.

Steve & Sheila Carpenter

Ambrose Holliday

July 24, 2012

Dear Crystal & Family, my staff & I are saddened to hear of John's passing. He was a fine person and we were honored to know him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficults time.
Ambrose Holliday and the GMH Pharmacy Staff.

Jim Miller

July 24, 2012

So sorry to hear about John.I seen his name on fb and said myself it sure would be nice to talk to him again.Never got the chance.I have nothing but good memories of him and and his brother Jim.I wish you all the best in this time of saddness.

Lindsay Thornley

July 24, 2012

My condolences for the Wickersham family. I worked with John at Palmetto Infusion for a few years. He was such a hard worker and very determined in life. I pray that you all heal comfortably.

Jill Ochalek

July 24, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear John is gone. I went to Madison High School with John in Madison Heights, MI (Class of 1975). He was always kind. I tried to reconnect with him on Facebook a few times over the last months. I sure wish I had succeeded. My thoughts are with all of you. My heart hurts.

Joan VanderHam

July 24, 2012

Dear Crystal and family, We are so very sorry to hear this sad news. We are praying for comfort for you all. Lee and Joan VanderHam

Sharon Hutchinson

July 24, 2012

Dear Crystal I was so sorry to hear about John's death. I carry all of you gently in my heart.

Sharon Clark Jordan

July 23, 2012

I met John in 1992 when I attended pharmacy tech school at Trident Tech. He was a great teacher and mentor. I've kept in touch all these yrs and about a yr ago, began working with his now daughter in law Stephanie. I am so sad to hear of this tragedy but feel his car accident took away his abilities to be himself (a workaholic). My prayers are with his family. Rest in Peace John

Susan Converse

July 23, 2012

So sorry to hear of John's death. My sympathy and prayers go out to the whole family.
I enjoyed working with John at Beaufort Memorial Hospital.

July 23, 2012

Crystal and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. So sorry for you loss.

Your neighbors,
Cara and Jack Wilson

Williams Family

July 23, 2012

I was at a loss for words when I received the phone call from Jake. Not being nearby to wrap you in my arms and give you all the love and strength I could muster makes John's passing even more difficult for me. I pray you find comfort in knowing his pain is no more and that he will always be in your hearts. All our love and deepest sympathies to all of you...

July 23, 2012

Ellie and family: My heart and my prayers are with you. Please know we are here to support you. Jan Parsons

Gail & Terry Brownlee

July 23, 2012

Crystal & Family,
We're so sorry to hear of John's passing. John was such a sweet person and always talked about his love for his family.
We're praying that God will be with you and give you the strength to deal with your loss and remember the wonderful memories that you have made over the years.
Love in Christ,
Gail & Terry Brownlee

Dianne Hays and Mike Bertolani

July 23, 2012

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.

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