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John James "Johnny" Wilgus III

John Wilgus Obituary

WILGUS, III, John John Johnny James Wilgus, III, 41, of Charleston, died Wednesday at a local hospital. Johnny was born May 12, 1965 in Chattanooga, TN to John Jimmy James Wilgus, Jr. and Mary Cotton Wilgus. He was a Realtor with Prudential Carolina Real Estate and previously worked with Rick Hendrick Automotive. Johnny will be deeply missed by his family including his parents; his wife, Bonnie Hightower Wilgus; two sons, John Jonathan James Wilgus, IV, and William Parker Wilgus; paternal grandmother, Eartha Lee Wilgus of Charleston; brother, Michael E. Wilgus and his wife, Allison and their three daughters, Jewel, Grace, and Rose, all of Charleston; sister, Michelle Wilgus Drew and her husband, Shawn and their two sons, Ben and Zach, all of Virginia Beach, VA; brother-in-law, Steve Hightower and his wife, Robin, and their two sons, Cody and Chase, all of Barnwell; and mother-in-law, Fannie McCraney Hightower of Bamberg. A funeral service celebrating his life will be held at 11:00AM, Monday, October 2, 2006 at St. Andrew's Parish United Methodist Church, with burial to follow at Live Oak Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 500 Taylor St., Suite 101, Columbia, SC 29201, or to the family's trust fund at First Federal of Charleston On-line condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mcalister-smith.com. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Oct. 1 to Oct. 2, 2006.

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James Hall

October 9, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief. Though it has been years since seeing Johnny and the family, you all are always in our Oklahoma hearts.

Wendy Ussery

October 6, 2006

Dear Wilgus Family,
I am sorry to hear of Johnny's passing. I know he will be truly missed by his family, most of all by his sons. I was fortunate to be able to help take care of Johnny when I worked at DCI on James Island. My thoughts and prayers go out to you as you continue to live on without him. Do know he often spoke lovingly about his sons and was so very proud of them. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Wendy Ussery, Barnwell, SC

donnie branch

October 5, 2006

ohh johnny u will be missed so much from the time i was a little boy i wanted to grow up to be just like u now i have to say goodbye and i dont want too u will always be in my heart goodbye my cousin for i will neverforget u i love u johnny love your cousin

yvonne rothberg

October 5, 2006

Nancy, I'm so sorry for your loss, my condolences , and i will say a prayer for u and your family...

kathy misuraca

October 4, 2006

Nancy you have all my sympathies, and care-sorry you have to go through more-remember i care more than you know.
love,
kathy misuraca

Jennifer Speares-Lehman

October 4, 2006

Bonnie, Johnathan and Parker-
Lots of time has passed but I think of you often and so sorry you are having to go thru such a difficult time.
With love. Jennifer Speares Lehman

Sandra Poulnot

October 3, 2006

I am saddened to learn of Johnny's death. I am a friend of Gale Hale's and met some of the family about 10-15 years ago. May God grant you comfort at this difficult time.

lisa

October 3, 2006

nancy,
I am so sorry for your loss, I wish there was some how I could help you in this tough time, please take care of yourself, love and hugs from your friend, lisa

Cami Harris

October 3, 2006

Nancy.I'm sorry for you and your family's loss.May God be w/ you and your family during this time and help you find peace and comfort within each other
Love you,
Cami

Annmarie S

October 2, 2006

Nancy, I am so very sorry for your loss and all you are going through.

Some of you say, "Joy is greater than sorrow," and others say, "Nay sorrow is the greater."
But I say unto you, they are inseparable.
Together they come, and when one sits alone with you at you board, remember that the other is asleep upon you bed. ~~~Kahlil Gibran, "The Prophet

Rhonda Smith

October 2, 2006

Jim, Mary and family,
I am so, so sorry for your loss. I will always remember you talking with such love about your sons while we worked at the Post Office. If there is anything I can do please call. Rhonda Smith

cheryl t

October 2, 2006

may god bless and comfort you all
may peace help to heal your hearts

Marie Holt

October 2, 2006

There are no words sufficient to express condolences for your loss. Wayne and I share your grief and will continue to lift you in prayer.
"Weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning." (Psalms 30:5)

Alison Graham (Jonathan's 2nd grade teacher)

October 2, 2006

Dear Jonathan and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers right now. Mr. Wilgus was a wonderful man and I know he was always proud of his boys.

Carolyn Watts

October 2, 2006

My sincere sympathy is extended to the entire family. May God bless you and give you strength.
Your friend,
Carolyn Watts

Gerri (Howe) White

October 2, 2006

I was so saddened to read about Johnny's passing. I have always loved your family and always will. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this time. I love you all..

Holly Chaplin

October 2, 2006

I am so sorry to hear about Johnny.
He is with the Lord now.


Love Always in Christ,
Holly Chaplin

Karelle Downen

October 2, 2006

Dearest Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss. May God help to ease your pain.
Love in Christ,
Karelle

Judy Jennings (Talbott)

October 2, 2006

Jimmy, Nancy and the entire Wilgus Family: Although it has been many years since I have seen you, I still have wonderful and loving memories of all the good times we had at St. Andrews First Baptist Church. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. There are no words anyone can say to ease your pain, but time does help ease it. Remember: "Death leaves heartache no one can heal, but love leaves a memory no one can steal". You are forever in my memories and in my heart.

Lewis and Marci Smoak

October 1, 2006

Lewis and I are so very sorry for your loss.

Sandra

October 1, 2006

So Sorry for your loss Nancy I will pray for your famly threw this rough time

Marsha and Patricia Humbert

October 1, 2006

Dear Bonnie and family:
God bless all of you during this sad time. We remember working with you during the "Revco" days.
Love and prayers to all of you!!!

Tim

October 1, 2006

Almighty God, Father of all mercies and giver of all comfort: Deal graciously, we pray thee, with those who mourn, that casting every care on thee, they may know the consolation of thy love, through Jesus Christ our Lord. My family's thoughts and prayers goes to you and your family through this time of grieving. All of our Love, Tim's family.

stephanie

October 1, 2006

bless the family.i am sorry for your loss.

Bonnie & Mark

October 1, 2006

Nancy and Family:

Our sincerest condolences to you and yours and may God bless you all and keep you strong.

Florence and Billie Hutchinson

October 1, 2006

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Elizabeth Webster

October 1, 2006

I am really sad for your loss Nancy.God Bless him and your family too. Enjoy the present!

Debbie

October 1, 2006

My heart goes out to Nancy and all of the family, may you find peace by being there for one another and knowing that others care so much.
My thoughts and prayers are with you .

Michael Holt

October 1, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Wilgus family.
Warmly,
Michael Holt

Matthew Smith

October 1, 2006

i am sorry for your loss

Olivia Rose

October 1, 2006

Hi,
I am a friend of Nancy's and i wanted to express my sympathy and support to her and her family on this terrible loss. May you find comfort in each other and memories of your dear loved one.
Most Sincerely,
Olivia Rose

Lola

October 1, 2006

To Nancy...(south) I am so sad for your loss....I wish I could ease your pain....God Bless You...and all of your family...all my love and prayers are with you...Lola

Rick n/a

October 1, 2006

Dear Nancy my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Loree & Joe

October 1, 2006

Nancy & Family,
Our prayers are with you all.

Joe and Loree

Nancy Branch

October 1, 2006

Johnny u will be missed so much our life will never be the same you will always be in our hearts we love you

Renee and Troy Reardon

October 1, 2006

Johnny,
You meant so much to so many and words cant even begin to express how much you are missed. I love and miss you so much!!

bruce

October 1, 2006

im sorry to hear of your loss. you all have my most sincere condolences.

Alan Feinstein

October 1, 2006

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Linda Deas

October 1, 2006

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

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