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Mary Bolchoz Harrell Obituary

Mary Elizabeth Bolchoz Harrell, 93, of Charleston passed away on Tuesday August 06. James A. McAlister Funerals and Cremation

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Aug. 8, 2024.

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Denise W. Vaughn

August 2, 2025

She was a very special person with a beautiful soul.

William Manning

August 18, 2024

All the memories of St.Patrick's and Radcliffe St. May you rest in peace.(will always remember the trip to New York with Father John and the Heiser's. My fondest childhood memory.)

Joe & Shernette Tolley

August 13, 2024

Dear Lori, Erin, Allyson,Julie & Kathryn and family,

Joe and I are thinking about you and praying that the beautiful memories of your mom will sustain you during this sad time.

Love,
Shernette

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John & St.Clair Michel

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Christina Jordan

August 11, 2024

Knowing Mary was an exercise in grace and class. Rest in peace Mary.

David Blacklocke

August 11, 2024

Mary only became known to me as a resident of Carter-May. I immediately saw the love from her daughters for this special lady who not only nurtured them to adults but cared for so many others through her faith and love of the Church over the years. What a beautiful Christian life Mary lived! May God´s peace and blessings comfort the entire family at this time.

Martha Hanna Burns

August 11, 2024

My deepest condolences to the Harrell Family.

Carolyn Jacobs

August 10, 2024

In loving memory of a wonderful lady. We will love you and miss you always.

Catherine (Kits) Jones

August 10, 2024

One of the most loving and devout believers I have the privilege to have shared friendship. Her love of her precious family is reflected in the devoted care of all five daughters, especially the last ten years. What a wonderful outpouring of heavenly choir must have surrounded the Lord’s welcoming embrace! Farewell, dear Mary.

Irena Botts Teal

August 9, 2024

My sincerest condolences for Mary's family and friends.

Amy Walsh

August 9, 2024

I'm so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. I still think fondly of my years in the Blessed Sacrament choir, and some of the fondest of those memories are of Mary's smile, laugh, and spirit. Not to mention musical talent.
She will be deeply missed, my condolences are with you all.

Jimmy Hayes

August 9, 2024

We are very sorry to hear of your loss.Praying for you all.

Margaret Conti

August 9, 2024

I will always remember Mary’s beautiful smile and her way of making everyone feel special. My thoughts and prayers are for all of you.

Ed Keating Are you going to Trader Joe’s or

August 8, 2024

May she rest in peace what a lovely family.

Gwen

August 8, 2024

Our sincere condolonces and prayers to all of you during this time. Your mom was a beautiful person and is now with the love of her life.
Love to all you girls!
Gwen and family

Susan Tolley

August 8, 2024

Allyson, Erin, Julie, Lori, Kathryn and family:

Michael and I are sending our deepest condolences and prayers to you all. Wishing you peace and comfort as you mourn your mom.

With love,
Susan and Michael Tolley

Nancy Welsh Bride

August 8, 2024

Miss Bolchoz was my favorite teacher at St Andrews High.
Lucky for Dr Harrell and unlucky for us she left to get married and moved to MO.
My prayers are with her family,
Nancy Welsh Bride

Fred McKay

August 7, 2024

Allyson, Erin, Julie, Lori, and Kathryn,

My sincere condolences to all of you. Your mom had a beautiful life, and I am so glad to have known her. Your families are in my prayers.

Love
Fred McKay Jr.

Alfreda Green

August 7, 2024

My sincere condolences to the family. May God bless and strengthen you in this time of sorrow.

Denise W. Vaughn

August 7, 2024

My deepest heartfelt condolences extend to the family, at this time of bereavement. May the good Lord bless her and keep her. For I will always remember and love her, for the person that she was.

Judy Bolchoz Callan

August 7, 2024

Aunt Mary was always so sweet. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God hold her in the palms of his hands. Love to all.

Sallie Bendt

August 7, 2024

"Saint Mary" was beautiful throughout - in her appearance (always perfect) and in her love for others. She always showed the joy of her faith and religion. She moves from this life knowing that her legacy will continue in her daughters! God bless you, Saint Mary, and join the choirs of angels welcoming you! Prayers!

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