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McAlister-Smith Funeral Home

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Charleston, South Carolina

Lois Lilley Obituary

LILLEY, Lois Bootsie Lilley (Lois E. DeStefano) of James Island passed away Monday, November 20, 2006, at Hospice Center of Charleston after a long illness. She was born October 16, 1933, daughter of Anthony J DeStefano and Lois Padget DeStefano. She is survived by a brother, A.J. DeStefano, Jr., of Charleston, SC; a sister, Marie D. McKnight of Kingstree, SC. She is also survived by husband C.M. Lilley of Charleston, SC, and five children: Kenny A. Lilley, Butch Lilley of Charlotte, NC, Linda L. Price, Jimmy Johnson, Jr., and Juli J. Smith; daughters-in-law Suzi Lilley of Charlotte, NC, Susan Johnson, and son-in-law Paul Smith of Charleston, SC. She is also survived by eight grandchildren; Keri Lilley, Alan Price of Charleston, SC, Erin Pace of Charlotte, NC, Jason Price, Meghan Smith of Charleston, SC, Ethan Lilley of Charlotte, NC, Laura and Michael Johnson of Charleston, SC. She also has several nieces and nephews. Bootsie was a former employee of Southern Bell Telephone Company and the Medical University of South Carolina. She was also a writer for the Post and Courier, Bowling Beat in the 1970's. Bootsie was very active in the lives of her family. She was giving, dedicated and a proud, loving mother to her children, grandchildren, husband, family and friends. Besides her own children, she also cared for children from the Catholic Orphanage on the weekends as well as the neighborhood kids! She was a very dedicated parent at Blessed Sacrament School and Bishop England High School, from which she graduated. Bootsie was a great friend to all who knew her. Her family was her life , but she also enjoyed the beach, writing, animals, and flowers. She was a very selfless person and never asked for anything in return. Though she struggled with life daily and being sick many times, she was a fighter until the end. She will always be missed by her family and friends, but she is now at peace with our Lord and is now a true guardian angel. Family and friends are invited to attend a Rosary and Vigil Service to be held 5:00 PM Saturday, November 25, 2006 at MCALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, DOWNTOWN CHAPEL, located at 150 Wentworth Street, Charleston. Celebration of Life will follow until 8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Charleston Hospice Center in Mount Pleasant, SC. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Nov. 22 to Nov. 25, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Lois Lilley

15 Entries

Linda Fox Irwin

November 26, 2020

So hard to believe your mom has been gone 14 yrs. Hopefully she and my mother connected in Heaven

Linda Fox Irwin

December 5, 2006

Kenny, Butch, Linda, Jimmy and Julie

So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Thanks Linda for calling me. I will call you soon. You know that your mother was like a 2nd mother to me. She was my confidant. In fact, when Bill proprosed to me by a letter, Bootsie was the first one I told. She was so happy for me. I often remember the fun times we had in the house on Avondale Avenue and the many times I babysat you all. I tried for years to find Bootsie after I left Charleston. The closest I came was finding Linda and spending some time with you. When I went to Bootsie's house after my visit with you, she was not there. It is so sad that my mother's death let me find Bootsie again. I thank you all for coming to mother's viewing and renewing our friendship. Maybe those two have found each other in Heaven.
Keep in touch and I will try to visit when I am in Charleston.
My love to all of you.

Lynn Shull

November 27, 2006

Juli,
I was sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I know she had suffered for quite some time. Although I did not know her, I remember the stories you told of the laughter, fun and love you shared. My thoughts are with you and your family.

November 26, 2006

A.J. and Marie,
It's been years, but I feel very sad to hear Bootsie has passed away. I have many happy memories of being at your house with Bootsie, your mom, dad and you two.
Patty McDonald Talarico

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MICHAEL HEAD

November 26, 2006

OUR THAUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.WE ARE HERE FOR YOU.MICHAEL AND TABITHA HEAD

Beverly Kimmer Keith

November 25, 2006

My father and I bowled with Bootsie many, many years ago. Surely if there is a bowling alley in heaven, they are there.

I will always remember her heartwarming smile.

My deepest sympathies in your loss.

Randy Risher

November 25, 2006

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time. She was very influential in helping us grow up and kept us from trouble many, many times. We will miss her.

Lorice Adry McMahon

November 24, 2006

Marie and Family
So sorry to hear about your sister's death. My sympathy and prayers to you and your family at this difficult time.

missie risher

November 22, 2006

I love you guys very much... please dont hesitate to call me if you need ANYTHING. i am always here...

Debbie Smith

November 22, 2006

It brings me joy to know in my heart Aunt Bootsie is finally at Peace+ I miss her and I love her very much. God has a funny way of providing us with special memories! As long as I live, I will have in my mind a picture of Aunt Bootsie sitting up in the hospital bed eating one Lemon Filled Krispy Kreme Donut after another with a smile on her face. A very special, Beautiful Lady with a Huge Heart enjoying the simple pleasures of life. Now, Aunt Bootsie, enjoy the splendor of Heaven, you earned it!

Eddie Pegram

November 22, 2006

Kenny,Butch,Linda,Jimmy,and Julie,
I am sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I will always remember how she treated me as one of her own. I will keep all of you in my prayers.

Tara Prezimirski

November 22, 2006

Mr. Charlie, we are very sorry for your loss and keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Tara, Steve and Addison
(Stingrays 210B)

George & Marjory Palmer

November 22, 2006

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.

W. Hunt

November 22, 2006

May God take you in his arms and give you peace.
Memories are the next best thing one can have.

Linda Price

November 22, 2006

Mom, I woke up early this a.m. with you on my mind and was checking to see the announcement. I want you to know I love you and miss you, but I know you are free from pain and not struggling to breathe anymore.
I love you,
Linda

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