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Dr. Lucille Alethia Simmons Whipper

Dr.  Lucille Alethia Simmons Whipper obituary, Charleston, SC

Lucille Whipper Obituary

Dr.Lucille Alethia Simmons Whipper CHARLESTON - Dr. Lucille Alethia Simmons Whipper, 93, of Charleston, SC, passed to her promised reward on Friday, August 27, 2021. Dr. Whipper was the widow of the late Rev. Dr. B. J. Whipper, Sr. and the daughter the late Sarah Marie and Joseph Simmons. Family and friends are invited to attend her walk thru viewing on Friday, September 3, 2021, at Grace Funeral Services from 3:00-7:00PM, located at 1947 Highway 52, Moncks Corner, SC 29461. Due to the Pandemic, her Celebration of Life Service is private and by Invitation Only. She leaves to cherish her sweet memories: children: Rev. B.J. Whipper, Jr. (Lucile N. Whipper) of Orangeburg, SC; Rosmond Whipper-Black, Jackson Seth Whipper (Carrie Fulse Whipper), Cheryl Whipper Hamilton, D'Jaris Whipper-Lewis (Rev. James B. Lewis, Sr.) all of Charleston, SC; her sister: Millie Stroud Barnwell of Memphis, TN; 19 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, 26 great-great-grandchildren, and 7 great-great-great-grandchildren; cousins, special friends, and former colleagues. The family has requested: In lieu of flowers please make donations to the following foundations: Avery Institute of Afro-American History and Culture,124 Bull Street, Charleston, SC 29424; Low Country Aid to Africa, c/o Palmetto Project, 6296 Rivers Avenue, Suite 100, North Charleston, SC 29406; International African American Museum, Post Office Box 22761, Charleston, SC 29413; Coastal Community Foundation, 1691 Turnbull Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29405; or South Carolina Alumni Chapter of Talladega College. Funeral Arrangements are Entrusted to: Grace Funeral Services, LLC, 1947 Highway 52, Moncks Corner, SC 29461 (843) 761-8850. YOU CAN WATCH HER CELEBRATION OF LIFE SERVICE BY LIVEDSTREAM ON WCBD (Channel 2) AND THE AVERY RESEARCH CENTER FACEBOOK PAGE STARTING AT 12:00PM ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2021. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Sep. 2 to Sep. 3, 2021.

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Valerie Butler

September 8, 2021

Mr. J. Seth Whipper, I'm so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family. May God give you and your family peace and comfort. Jury Trial Docket Coordinator, Berkeley County Clerk of Court's Office

Valerie Harper Young

September 7, 2021

The Harper Family sends prayers and condolences to the Whipper Family. Mrs. Whipper's passing is a great loss to our community. She will be tremendously missed. Please stay encouraged as you go through your grieving time.
Much Love to you all!!! The Harpers

Janette Clark & Clark Family

September 5, 2021

Prayers, Condolences & Gods Strength to the family during this difficult time! She was a wonderfully spiritually filled woman! I´ve Njoyed speaking with her while I was in her presence!

Gloria Myers&Family

September 4, 2021

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.

leesther Collins

September 4, 2021

Deepest condolences to the family of a beautiful lady´!!

(Mrs.) Mariah Thompson

September 3, 2021

With all of my heart, I wish for the love of God to be given to the entire bereaved family of Mrs. Lucille Whipper, peace and strength throughout their time of grief.

Dr. William Small Jr.

September 3, 2021

Condolances, empathy,familial love and respect.

Larry A Whitney

September 3, 2021

I wish to Offer my Sincere Condolences to Cheryl and the Entire Whipper Family. I'm sorry for your loss.
May your Mom Rest In Peace.

Cluster of 50 Memorial Trees

Tish Lynn

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Virginia White Jamison

September 3, 2021

Earth has no sorrows that heaven cannot heal. Sharing the life of The Honorable Lucille Whipper. "Gone from our sight, never from our Heart".

Barbara J Oree

September 3, 2021

May her life and legancy be a memory of celebration for the great services that she has given to our community and all she has touched. May the love of God give you peace, and strength throughtout your time of grief.

Christine Beddia

September 3, 2021

Sharing my condolences to Seth and the entire Whipper Family.

The Pryor Family

September 3, 2021

A phenomenal woman to our community has gained her wings. May she Rest in Power. She will be missed by her family and our community. Prayers and love lifted to this beautiful family

Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

Senior Missionary MinistryMSBC

Sent Flowers

LaVerne Ethel Harrison

September 2, 2021

May the Lord's comforting Arms hold you in perfect peace.

Levi and Linda Keith

September 2, 2021

Our deepest condolences to your family.

Dea Shirley Lee & family

September 1, 2021

Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning... May God keep you in perfect peace...
Whipper Family, as you know, your mother was a pillar of the community. All who came across her path were blessed. Please continue to keep her legacy alive in all that you do. Continued prayer for comfort and strength. Blessings.

Bernard & Margaret Chisolm

September 1, 2021

May the peace of God that passes all understanding be with the Whipper family as you celebrate the wonderful life of Mother Whipper, knowing that she has touched and blessed many lives with her love for others.

Rita Hector c/o '68

August 31, 2021

My heartfelt condolences to the Whipper family. Mrs. Whipper was my counselor at Burke High School and played a significant role in retrieving financial aid for me to attend college. I will always remember her tremendous support and dedication while serving and encouraging us to succeed.

Margaret Ackerman Mack

August 31, 2021

Such a wonderful lady, we will miss her so much . I will be praying for the family.

Osceola Talps

August 30, 2021

Condolences to the Whipper family in this time of sorrow. Rest in peace Mrs. Whipper, rest in peace.

Vickie Mack N Chas SC

August 29, 2021

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

Vickie Mack N Chas SC

August 29, 2021

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

Gerald Cornell Steplight

August 29, 2021

GOD'S Blessing to her!!!

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