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Kelvin Ancrum RAVENEL, SC - The relatives and friends of Mr. Kelvin Leroy Ancrum, 48, and those of his beloved wife, Mrs. Cassandra G. Ancrum, those of his loving daughters, Amber and Kaitlin Ancrum, son of Mr. Samuel "Luck" and Mrs. Corrine Ancrum, Sr., his mother-in-law, Mrs. Mary M. Gibbs, his grandfather-in-law, Rev. James Gibbs, Sr., his siblings: Eugene Ancrum (Crystal), Samuel A. Ancrum (RenaMae) and Timothy Ancrum (Hollie), a host of other relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral service on Thursday, November 17, 2011 11:00 AM at St. Matthew AME Church, 4345 Davison Road, Ravenel, SC. Interment: Lowndes Cemetery. Remains will lie in state at the church on Thursday from 10:00 AM until the time of service. The wake service for Mr. Ancrum will be held at St. Matthew AME Church at 6 pm, where the family will be receiving friends from 7 pm until 8 pm. Final arrangements 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 Nov. 15 to Nov. 16, 2011.

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Wilbur O Gethers

November 7, 2022

Kelvin and I worked together at Bayer. He was one of the nicest guy to work with and be around. Miss you K!

November 24, 2011

Sandra, i am so sorry for your loss, you and your family are in my prayers always.

Trina Brown, Va Beach, Virgina (past co-worker MUSC)

Liza Holmes

November 22, 2011

Sandra, Amber (squeaky), & Kaitlin I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. He was soft spoken and one of the sweetest persons I've ever met. I will truly miss seeing him in the yard with daddy and the guys! He's in a better place..Love yall!!! Liza

Wilbur Gethers

November 20, 2011

Hey Kelvin, I will always miss you my, Friend . My prayer is your wife and family make through these sad times. Take care my friend .

November 18, 2011

Cassandra, "Luck", Corrine,
You have my deepest sympathy in your loss of Kelvin. I can only imagine the pain of having a husband, son and father taken away in such a tragic way. But you know "keep your hands in Gods' hand", he will see you through.

I was unable to come home, but I am with you all in spirit.

Barbara "Jean"

Frances Ancrum & Family

November 17, 2011

Uncle Luck, Aunt Corrine and Cassandra G. Ancrum:

Kalvine was a Son First and then he became a Husband, then he became a Father. And now he is with the Lord, looking down at us all saying do not worry I am alright.

Just remember his Smile and his Hugs and his
Kisses and the Love he shared with all of you. May the Lord Bless you all through this difficult time.

frances ancrum

November 17, 2011

uncle luck, aunt corrine and cassandra g. ancrum:

kalvine was a son first and then he became a husband, then he became a father. and now he is with the lord, looking down at you all saying do not worry i am alright.

just remember his smile and his hugs and his
kisses and the love he shared with all of you. may the lord bless you all through this difficult time.

Una & Sammy Barron

November 17, 2011

Eugene and Family, May the peace of God give you all strength during this time of breavement. God Bless.

Una Barron

November 17, 2011

Eugene and family, I am very sorry to hear of your lost. May God continue to strengthen all of you. God Bless.
Una & Sammy Barron (Summerville, SC)

Lawrence (capts) Gordon

November 17, 2011

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

By Lamaretta Simmons

Marilyn Y. Gibbs

November 17, 2011

To Sandra and Family,

May the grace of God, time and cherished memories give you hope and strength with each new day. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love, Marilyn, Reia and Family

Deborah White

November 17, 2011

Cassandra, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your time of sorrow. The love of God is like the ocean, you can see its beginning, but not its end. Cassandra keep your faith in God.

Betty Jones

November 17, 2011

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

November 17, 2011

Sandra,
may you find comfort in these words; I thank you and Kelvin for for making me feel welcome in your home. Today the world seems unpopulated without you Kelvin. I ask myself why did you have to go without any notice. I will always remember the times I spent with you when I came home to visit. The welcome mat you had inside for your family and friends was precious. I spoke with Uncle Luck in regards to your passing and God was present in the conversation. That only lets me know that you came from a Godly father, which indicates that Kelvin was a Godly man. I hope when I am called I am half prepared as you-devoted father and husband and loyal to your family affairs and community. With love,
your cousin Alphonzo Ancrum

Carlette and Benjamin Geddis

November 16, 2011

To the Ancrum Family:

Our God is a comforter, he will never leave us or forsake us.

Chester Butler

November 16, 2011

To Sandra:

It is times like these that we need to lean on God for strength, wisdom, and understanding to see us through these dark areas in our lives. May God love and grace continue to be with you and the family during your time of bereavement.

Chester, Carolyn and Eartha

Bernard & Mary Nelson

November 16, 2011

Sandra,
Praying that God be with you and your family during your time of loss. Just trust in the Lord and he will take you through. Cherish the wonderful memories as God comforts your hearts.

Sam Pierce

November 16, 2011

To the Ancrum family

I had the pleasure of working with Kelvin for many years and he was hard working a great guy who loved his family dearly.....Please know that he will be missed by his co-workers ! You all are in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time !

Freda & George Jones

November 16, 2011

Sandra:
We've been praying for you and the girls in this time of sorrow. Just know that "GOD" is your comforter, he will bring you and the family through this difficult time. Please except our deepest condolences.

Gloria Powell Pinckney

November 16, 2011

May the Lord continue to comfort and keep you through your time of need.

gwen ward

November 16, 2011

my prayers goes out to you and your family in the time of your loss.

Arnetta Watson

November 16, 2011

To the family may God continue to Bless each and every one of you,from a member of the class of 1981.Arnetta Watson

Jacqueline Smith

November 16, 2011

Sandra,My heartaches for you and your entire family, Please take comfort in knowing that God has a reason for allowing things to happen,We may never understand his wisdom,but we simply have to trust his will,My prayers are with you all.

November 16, 2011

To the Ancrum and Gibbs family, my prayers are with you...
Jeanette Wilson McDowell Class of 1981

annie williams and family

November 16, 2011

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.

Baptist Hill High Class of 81

November 16, 2011

To The Ancrum Family,

Trust God who will never leave you nor forsake you, Trust God who will do more for you than you are able to ask. He will be missed and always remembered.

Barbara "Smalls" Bradley

November 16, 2011

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

Lenora King-Mood

November 16, 2011

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

November 16, 2011

Sandra, May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Jorcelyn Reed and family,

Angela Brown

November 16, 2011

I am really going to miss my friend and classmate. He was such a good guy. I know that God makes no mistakes. To my cousin Sandra, hold on to God's unchanging hands!! Love you so much! "The Brown Family"

Mr. & Mrs. Hardy King,Jr.

November 16, 2011

The Ancrum Family, we were so sorry to hear of your loss! May GOD strengthen you during this time.

Karen Heyward Jefferson

November 16, 2011

To Sandra and Family,
May God's peace rest upon all of you doing this time. His mercy and grace is sufficient. My dear heart my prayers I give to you is that Gods power and strength help you to understand that Kelvin is absent from the body but present with our wonderful Lord.

Viola Ravenel Mack

November 16, 2011

Margie and family,

My prayers and sympathy are with you during this difficult time. Know that God will never leave you nor forsake you. Continue to look to Jesus who does all things well. Blessings and honor!

Nelson Family (Charlton, Jovonna, CJ)

November 16, 2011

To the Ancrum family (Cassandra, Amber, Kaitlin),
We send our condolences to your family. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead. We will continue to keep you in our prayers.

Harriett Wright-Brown

November 16, 2011

Sandra- you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God's peace comfort you, the girls and the rest of the family during your time of bereavement.

Teddy and Carlis Goodwine

November 16, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Joe, Sheron & Sharee Burns

November 15, 2011

To Sandra & Family, You have our sincere and deepest sympathy during your time of bereavement. May God bless you and the girls as you go through this period of mourning. Love you all!! Joe, Sheron & Sharee

William, Jacquetta Gibbs Douglas &Family

November 15, 2011

To the family of Kelvin Ancrum

Sorry to hear about your loss. We pray God will give you all comfort during this time of your bereavement. Our prayers are with your family.

Shirley Jamison & Shatora Williams

November 15, 2011

Cassandra our prayers go out to you and your family during the lost of your love one. Look to the hills from where your help and strength come from. Our Lord and Saviour Jesus will never leave nor forsake you. Keep all the beautiful memories alive until you meet again. God Bless you and your family.

Theresa Bailem

November 15, 2011

To Sandra and chldren
May God find comfort in your heart in the hour of sadness, for he will bring peace and knowing that your love one is safe in his arm.
Love you
Theresa & john Bailem and Children

Arthur Murray

November 15, 2011

Cassandra and family,

We were sad to hear about the sudden passing of Kelvin. As a former co-worker with you at MUSC, I always enjoyed talking to Kelvin when he would drop by to see you. My wife had just finished looking at your pictures and reminiscing about my daughter birthday party that you all attended a few years ago. Know that you and the family are in our prayers, and may the Grace of God strengthen your hearts during this difficult time.

Gloria, Douglas, Desirae Holloman

November 15, 2011

Cassandra,
May the God of our salvation give you, the girls and other family members comfort during this difficult time. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayer.

Gloria, Douglas & Desirae Holloman

Alma Smalls & Family

November 15, 2011

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it's the memories of you that are the most precious.

By Lamaretta Simmons

Linda Brown

November 15, 2011

Cassandra,I am so sorry to hear about your loss, my heart goes out to your family in this time of sorrow, may God be with you and I will continue to keep you in my prayers. Linda Brown (Hollings)

gerald gadsden

November 15, 2011

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.

Erin Henry

November 15, 2011

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

Kendra Polite

November 15, 2011

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

DUANE J. BROWN

November 15, 2011

TO THE ANCRUM FAMILY,

Do not look forward in fear to the changes of life;
rather look to them with full hope as they arise.
God, whose very own you are,
will deliver you from out of them.
He has kept you hitherto,
and He will lead you safely through all things;
and when you cannot stand it,
God will bury you in his arms.


Do not fear what may happen tomorrow
the same everlasting Father who cares for you today
will take care of you then and everyday.
He will either shield you from suffering,
or will give you unfailing strength to bear it.
Be at peace.

YOU WILL BE MISSED KELVIN...YOU WILL BE MISSED

FROM MILEY HILL ELEMENTARY TO BAPTIST HILL HIGH.....

"THE CLASS OF 81"

shontavia harrison

November 15, 2011

Words cnt describe how deep our hearts run in pain for u n ur babies.. Just remember God is Able... Mrs.S & Ms.Ashley

Robert Williams

November 15, 2011

To Cassandra and Family, I am so saddened by your lost of your love one. May God give you strength and comfort at this time. My prayers and heart felt thoughts are with you. God bless You'll.

Crickett Manigault

November 15, 2011

Cassandra,
I am very sorry.
take care
Crickett G. Manigault

Sandra Parker

November 15, 2011

To Cassandra & Family,may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Remember God will always be with you forever. Medical University Printing Services

Veronica Logan-Mack

November 15, 2011

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

Merle Richardson

November 15, 2011

To: Cassandra,The Ancrum & Gibbs Family,

I am so sorry to hear of Kelvin's passing. My family and I are praying for you all during this season. Be not dismayed whatever betided God will take care of you. Your adopted brother Merle...

November 15, 2011

With all our deepest sympathy to "our brother" Sam and all of your family. We are with you always. The brothers and sisters of Local Union 398.

Laurie Martin

November 15, 2011

To my dear friend Sandra, The Ancrum & Gibbs Family. My heart aches for the loss of Kelvin. He will be dearly missed. Find comfort in knowing that GOD has a plan and HE's working it out for you all right "NOW"!! GOD promised NEVER to leave nor forsake us. Trust HIM for HE is "ABLE". May GOD bless you all.
Love,
Victoria & Laurie Martin

Margie Smalls-Page

November 14, 2011

Sandra,
I am so sorrow to hear of your loss. I pray that god will comfort you and give you peace and strength in your time of bereavement.

John Horvath

November 14, 2011

I'll always remember Kelvin as a very quiet, humble, and nice guy. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.

Sam Dyley

November 14, 2011

We will continue to pray for you and your family.

Rhodee Washington

November 14, 2011

Cassandra,

You have my deepest sympathy and my prayers will forever be with you and your family. Love, Rhodee

Kelly Ferreira

November 14, 2011

This tragedy is a loss for many including those of us at his workplace. My family and friends have been praying for Kelvin and will continue to remember your family.

Debra and Chris Howard

November 14, 2011

Cassandra, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of need.

E Donegan

November 14, 2011

Sorry for your lost. God Bless you and your family. He has been in my thoughts and prayers since the accident. I was there with him until the police and ambulances arrived. I know though that God has him safe and he is with the Lord. Bless all of you. E. Donegan

Irna

November 14, 2011

Gene, may you find strenght in the Lord...

Toney & Irna

November 14, 2011

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

Debbie Spencer

November 14, 2011

Ms. Ancrum, my heart goes out to you and your family on your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers. I didn't know Kelvin personally but I worked with him through Kemira in Human Resources. May God Bless you and Keep you. Debbie Spencer Kemira Human Resources.

kyro davis

November 14, 2011

sorry for your lost you will always be in our hearts. -ROTC class.

Charles & Yvette Bellinger

November 14, 2011

Praying for you and your family during this very sad time. May God continue to bless you and give you comfort in such a time as this. (Hollie's Auntie)

LIL BLEASE'S MOM CHERYL

November 14, 2011

my thoughts and prayers are with the family, blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted so saith the lord.

Lorraine Singleton Frasier

November 14, 2011

Cassandra, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God's peace comfort and keep you during your time of bereavement.

Jacquetta & Calvert Ancrum

November 14, 2011

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

November 14, 2011

Sandra may you find comfort knowing God will take care of you and your family.

Annette Jamison Charleston,SC

Brittney Johnson

November 14, 2011

Cassandra and the Ancrum Family:

Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. May God Bless you and your family.

Michelle Watson

November 14, 2011

My deepest sypmpathy and god bless you and your family

Annette Wilson-Dunmeyer

November 14, 2011

I am so sorry that you loss your husband. May his memories bring you joy during this difficult time....

November 14, 2011

Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted, Jesus promised.

Family I mourn with you in the passing of your love one, Kelvin. I look at his smile, and it speaks volumes...I know we will all miss his presence here with us.

May Kelvin's Smile, and Memories of him, keep a Song in our Heart.

Thank You God for Your many Blessings, especially the Comforter, right now...Amen.

My Condolences…Brenda

Melissa Ortiz

November 14, 2011

Cassandra and family,
At this time of sorrow,
may these truths sustain you...
Your loved one will always
be as close as a memory,
and the God of all comfort
will always be as
close as a prayer.
My prayers are with your family.

November 14, 2011

I will always have loving memories of my cousin. I remember how welcoming he always was to me whenever I came into town. He was a good person and will be remembered in my heart that way. This was such an unexpected tragedy, it is truly a somber time for the family and loved ones. All we have is the spirit of Kelvin and may that be enough to pull us through this painful time and May God give us all comfort and stregnth.

Joann Ancrum

November 14, 2011

May god bless you and your family. You have our deepest sympathy.

Rutlege Tower Transport dept.

Susan Harrison-Smith &Family

November 14, 2011

Ancrum and Washington family,Iam sorry about your lost.may good bless your family in this time off sorrow.Just remember the good time that yall had share together when you feel lonely and sad.God will take care of you.

Tommy & Brenda Bowens

November 13, 2011

May God Bless you during the loss of Kelvin. You are in our prayers.

Ernest Lamar

November 13, 2011

Cassandra, please accept my condolences; may God bless you and your family during your time of bereavement.

Teresa White

November 13, 2011

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

Brittany Gibbs

November 13, 2011

My prayers will continue to be with you. I love yall and remember god will never put more on you than you can bare.

Denise Jefferson

November 13, 2011

May the Lord comfort you Cassandra We are keeping you and your family in our prayers.

Gena Randolph

November 13, 2011

Timmy and Hollie: thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May the Lord comfort and keep you during this most difficult time. Always here for you! Gena Randolph & Family

JEANETTE RAVENEL-TUCKER & FAMILY

November 13, 2011

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

Joe Smith

November 13, 2011

Even though I only worked with Kelvin for a short time he left a lasting impression. While I was there he was always smiling and willing to help. He will be truly missed. My thoughts are with his family during this most difficult time.

Carmen Williams

November 13, 2011

Sandra, this moment in time is understandably difficult, as expected, but God will take care of you. This is my deepest prayer and concern for you and your family.

Evangelist Pam (Robinson)Gay

November 13, 2011

Deepest Sympathy to the Ancrum and Gibbs family during this time of bereavement. The memory of Kelvin's kindness and humilty is itched in my mind. May God strenthen my sweet cousin, Cassandra, in Jesus' name. God's strength to you all.

Aisha Welcome Pelzer

November 13, 2011

My prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

James (Jimmy) Brown

November 13, 2011

Our prayers go out to the Ancrum and Gibbs family. May God continue to strengthen you in the days ahead. God bless.

Betty young-vaird

November 13, 2011

May god keep and hold the Ancrum family during this time,weeping may endure but joy will come...hold on to god he's the answer.

LaToya James-Guinyard

November 13, 2011

With Deepest Sympathy. Your family is in my prayers.

A wonderful man; a pleasure to work with... always made us smile.

Kelvin is God's most beautiful angel...

Joyce M. Manuel

November 13, 2011

My sincere heartfelt sympathy to my cousin Sandra & the girls, to Luck & Corrine and All of the Ancrum's Family. May is peace be with you, Tell we meet Again.

CAROLYN WHITE-BURGESS

November 13, 2011

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

Greta Young

November 13, 2011

To: Sandra & The Ancrum Family,
May God bless and comfort you and your family in your time of need.
Love you all,
Greta

Micheal L. Nesbitt

November 13, 2011

To The Ancrum Family:

Please allow me to extend my sincere,heartfelt condolence for the loss of your dear loved one.Each of you will be in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.May the Love of God comfort each of you..God bless...

Micheal L. Nesbitt
Burbank,CA.

Herbert & Lauretta Young and Family

November 13, 2011

To: Sandra & The Ancrum Family.
Remember, Earth has no Sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. You and your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Essie Jenkins

November 13, 2011

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

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