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Marva Aiken Obituary

Marva V. Aiken CHARLESTON - Ms. Marva V. Aiken of Charleston, SC entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, August 20, 2013. Ms. Aiken was the daughter of the late Harris and Lovie Aiken; the mother of Spencer Harris Aiken, Tyler Scott Aiken and MaKenzie Chanel Aiken; the sister of the late John Harris (Ruby) Aiken, Anthony C. (Brenda) Aiken, Sherrilan Aiken-McKinney and Jerome William (Patricia-Lacy) Aiken. The family will receive friends at 7641 Eagle Lake Road, N. Charleston, SC. The funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at www.hiltonsmortuary.com. Professional service provided by HILTON'S MORTUARY, INC., 1852 E. Montague Ave., N. Charleston, SC 29405; (843) 554-2117 Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Aug. 23 to Aug. 24, 2013.

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Eartha W. Doctor

September 5, 2013

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.

Cynthia Williams

August 28, 2013

To the Aiken Family, So very sorry to hear of your loss. You have my deepest and most sincere condolences. Marva and I attended Benedict College and shared some happy days during that time. Praying for God to wrap His loving arms around each of you and provide all the love and strength you will need to get you through this difficult time. May the peace of Our Heavenly Father surround your lives. Blessings to you all.

Marsh Family

August 28, 2013

To Bill And Family,

Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Anthony & Mary McKnight

August 28, 2013

To the Aiken Family:
I'm so sorry to hear of your Loss and Ours too, you see I went to High School with Marva and we sang in the Choir together at Burke High, She was always a sweet person, that's the only way that I really remember Her, Very Kind and Gentile and soft spoken. We the Class of 1972 will definitely miss our dear Friend and Sister. Rest-On Marva, Rest-In-Peace. May God Bless You!!!!!

August 28, 2013

To Jerome & The Family,

Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Family remember to look to the hills from whence cometh your help and know that your help comes from the Lord.

Your Classmates,
Burke High School '1974'

Min. Patricia Holmes Miller

August 28, 2013

To Sherrilan and family; it is with heartfelt sorrow that we send our condonlences. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers.

August 28, 2013

To Mckenzie, Spencer and Tyler. May God be with you"ll in your time of bereavement.

~ West Ashley High Family ~

August 28, 2013

Sorry to hear of the lost of my special friend. Classmate from Benedict College ;class of 1976 in Social Work. Janice Barnwell

Deronda Baxter Lucas

August 27, 2013

Anthony....Sincere condolences to your family on the loss of Marva..

Weatherly

August 27, 2013

My condolences to the family and many friends. It's hard when someone you love die. May the god of all comfort be with you and strengthen you.

Harold Carrillo

August 27, 2013

What a great picture of your sister Marva. It's just as I remember her growing up in the Percy Street neighborhood. During this time of bereavement, I am called to reflect on visiting #3 and your Mother & Father allways joyfully accommodating your friends. Know that this too shall pass. May God bless all of you.

Derrick M. Dawson Sr.

August 27, 2013

To The Aiken Family, I offer my deepest sympathy and condolences in the passing of Marva. May God comfort and strengthen you all as you forever bare the lost of someone as special as Marva. I pray peace and love upon you all.

Cezanne Hood

August 26, 2013

I am just beyond myself with sadness. Someone who took care of me as a child, and has been more than a best friend to my mother. My heart is heavy and I will keep each of you in my prayers!

MARY JONES

August 25, 2013

AIKEN FAMILY, MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. I HAVE KNOWN MARVA JUST ABOUT ALL MY LIFE. MARVA, EDRA AND I HAVE SHARED SOME VALUABLE TIMES TO GETHER. SHE WILL BE SADLY MISSED. EDRA YOU HAVE LOST A SINCERE FRIEND, BUT GOD JUST RECIEVED AND ANGEL..
WITH SINCERE LOVE ALWAYS
SALLY D. JONES

Denise Walker-Taylor

August 24, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Debbie Meyers-Mathews

August 24, 2013

My sincerest condolences to the Aiken family on Marva's transition from this life. She has gone home to be with our Lord. Love you guys and will keep you in prayer.

Mary Simmons Rivers & Family

August 24, 2013

Hello To My Cousins:I was sadden when I heard about the passing of my cousin Marva. God went into his garden and saw he was missing a beautiful flower so he looked down on Tuesday and saw Marva and added her to his garden. Family this beautiful woman, mother,sister and friend will be greatly missed. God only takes his own. He will strenghten and sheild and protect each and everyone of you as we stay together in his fold. I Love you Guys Always.

Sharon Parker

August 24, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

August 24, 2013

My Dear Aunt, how I already miss you so much. You are the most Gid fearing Woman I know. God missed you and wanted you "home". Enjoy your reward!

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