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Josephine D. Gadsden JOHNS ISLAND - The relatives and friends of Mrs. Josephine D. Gadsden and those of her late husband, Mr. Harold H. Gadsden, Sr., her children, Lula Lowry, Harriett Gadsden, Harold Gadsden, Jr., Vernon Gadsden (Kim), Barbara Johnson (Sam), Mary Alston, and Kameron Alston (Raised in the home as a son), grands, great grands, sisters, Lydia Young and Emily Parker (Jerome), brother, William Davis, Sr. (Betty), brothers-in-law, Christopher Gadsden (Wilhelmenia) and Willie Smith, Sr., nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends are all invited to attend her funeral service on Monday, August 23, 2010, 11:00 a.m., at The Old Ashley Baptist Associational Center, 3275 Old Pond Road, John's Island, SC. Rev. Bernard Johnson, Eulogist. Interment: St. Matthew AME Church Cemetery. Remains will lie in state at the center on Monday from 10:00 a.m., until the hour of service. Family and friends are invited to attend the wake service at St. Matthew AME Church from 7 until 8 p.m. Services of Comfort entrusted to the care of WALKER'S MORTUARY "CHAPEL OF PEACE," 3407 Old Pond Road, John's Island, SC. Phone: (843) 559-0341, FAX: (843) 559-3415. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Aug. 20 to Aug. 22, 2010.

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Kameron Alston

November 3, 2018

I miss u mama and every step up the ladder I got u on my mind and promise Im gonna be someone very important and I miss u so much and Love u Bae....

August 25, 2010

sorry to hear of your lost may god be with you in your time of need.( David Mack

Cornice Lee

August 24, 2010

To Hope,Bug and Family,
Death leave a heartache that only GOD can heal, but love and memories is something that no one can steal. I am so sorry to hear of cousin Jo's passing. I have so many wonderful childhood memories of her when Hope and I were children playing in the shop behind the house ---- Oh the memories. She will truly be missed. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of a life well lived. Take comfort in knowing that you have two guardian angels watching over you. Love Ya!
Your Cousin, Cornice Roberts Lee,

Evelyn Marie Mickle

August 23, 2010

Dear Family,
Lu and All,
I feel as if I have met your mother because of the compassion shown to the my mother, Mother Grethel Moore and to our family.
May each of you be comforted with God's presence and peace as you trust Him to fill your hearts and thoughts with the beautiful memories and lessons she taught all through her life. As you remember her and miss her presence, thank God for the good and blessed times you had with her. It will make her absence more bearable..
Remember God is our refuge and He is our strength. Ps 46:1.
With prayers and sympathy,
Stephan and Evelyn Marie Mickle,
Gainesville Florida

Felecia Dawson

August 23, 2010

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

Mary Howell

August 23, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

LAVERN GILES-WILDER

August 23, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Yolanda Greene

August 23, 2010

A mother is the truest friend we have, when trials, heavy and sudden, fall upon us; when adversity takes the place of prosperity; when friends who rejoice with us in our sunshine, desert us when troubles thicken around us, still will she cling to us, and endeavour by her kind precepts and counsels to dissipate the clouds of darkness, and cause peace to return to our hearts.

The Class of 1984

August 23, 2010

Harriet, Love yourself right now and don't forget to be kind to your heart. God will handle the rest. The Class of 1984 is speechless. This loss is beyond our words. Please know we are here for you morning, noon, and night. We can't imagine the pain you are feeling and if there was a way to take it away, we would. We would truly do anything to take it away. The class of 1984 is just so sorry. We love you.

Cynthia Gail MackWescott

August 23, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

August 23, 2010

I am very sorry to learn of your loss. Mrs. Gadsden was a beautiful lady with a generous heart. Your family is in my prayers.

Jean Nappi
MUSC

Janie

August 23, 2010

I'm so glad I had the opportunity to meet and talk with Mrs Gadsden. She was truly an angel. My thoughts and prayers are with the Gadsden Family.
Janie
US Secretary 5 Pettit

Antoinette, Luther Jr., Margaret & Luther Sr.LaBoard Family

August 23, 2010

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

Karen Grant

August 22, 2010

To Harriett and The Gadsden Family,
I am at a lost for words, but having been a part of your life for so long (37yrs) I feel like I have lost a part of my own personal family and yes I am missing your mother. Just know that I am here for you whenever that time comes and you need that shoulder to lean on. I love you.
Karen

Nadine scott

August 22, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

August 22, 2010

Lou,Hope, Bug, Words cannot express the way I feel about granny. She was a wonderful person and mother. She was my second mom.So many times I have stayed at her house just talking and laughing with granny. Lou, you and your family are in my prayers. Keep the faith and your hands in the master's hands. I Love You and God Bless. Shirley Young-Doctor, West Ashley

Joyce Manuel

August 22, 2010

My Sincere Deepest Sympathy to Mrs. Josephine Gadsden & Family. When I first met Mrs. Josephine,her expression: Very pleasant and a wonderful sweet spirit with in her. May her Legacy live on an forever in your heart. May God Bless All of you. Joyce Manuel

August 22, 2010

To Loula Mae, Hope, Harold

"When You Have Done ALL That You Can You Just Stand; And The Lord Will See You Thru". May God Bless All Of You During Your Season Of Sorrow.

Evan Brown & Angela Brown-Robinson

August 22, 2010

Lou ,and family: My heart and prayers go out to you. May all of your wonderful memories,loved filled heart, and faith in GOD guide you through and show you the light. Leroy, Gloria, Herman, Teesha & Deasia. ( John's Island S.C.)

Dedre' Lowry

August 22, 2010

To the Gadson Family,
Ya'll are in my prayers and "Granny" you will truely be missed.

August 21, 2010

TO MY FAMILY,I AM SORRY THAT WE ARE UNABLE TO BE THERE TO CELEBRATE THE HOME GOING OF (JOE) JOSEPHINE,BUT KNOW THAT WE LOVE YOU ALL AND OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.AND THE PEACE OF GOD,WHICH PASSETH ALL UNDERSTANDING,SHALL KEEP YOUR HEARTS AND MINDS THROUGH CHRIST JESUS. PHIL.4:7
JESS & CHARLES TARPLIN

Rosetta Pinckney-Gibbs

August 21, 2010

Harriet,
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. May God Bless and keep you and your family during this time.

Carolyn White-Burgess

August 21, 2010

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

Nicole & Stuart Alexander

August 20, 2010

Harriet, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a very special lady and one of a kind. I feel blessed that I was able to spend time with her during her stay with us. She always had a kind word for everyone, even when she wasn't feeling well. She will be missed. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jo Benrexi

August 20, 2010

Harriet, Your mother was a wonderful woman. I know she is in heaven. You took such good care of her. Now He will take care of her. God bless you and your family. I know you will miss her. Jo Benrexi

Nakia Mitchell

August 20, 2010

To Mrs. Lou and Family,
Sorry to hear of your lost. Take trust in knowing that she is at peace now and there is no more pain. Earths loss is heavens gain. You was, are, and will always be in my prayers.

Connie, Donovan, Brooke and Devin Ramsey

August 20, 2010

To the Gadsden Family.....Lou, Hope and Bud.... Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sam & Tonya Brown

August 20, 2010

To the Gadsden Family,
May God bless and keep each of you during this difficult time! Our prayers and love are with you today and always.

J. Thaddeus, Priscilla, Mettie, Chapman

August 20, 2010

to the Gadsden family Blessed be the name of the Lord, for He is good and His mercies endure to all generations. Mrs. Josephine, will truly be missed. Our prayers is that you will continue to trust God.

Felicia Holmes

August 20, 2010

To The Gadsden Family,

We are so very sorry for your lost. To Harold and Amber, Hope and others, I am here to hold your hand, I am here to lend a shoulder to cry upon, I am here to listen to the memories and I am here as a Aunt, Sister or whatever you may need. Just remember that their is a God and he is here for us all.

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