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Melissa Hunter Obituary

Melissa Ward Hunter Charleston - Melissa Ward Hunter, 55, of Charleston, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest Monday, March 7, 2022. Her Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, March 13, 2022. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Downtown Chapel. Melissa was born October 28, 1966 in Laredo, Texas, daughter of Iris Gato Rhea and the late Thomas Joseph Ward. She was a 1984 graduate of Middleton High School and a graduate of Winthrop College. Melissa was an interior designer and owner of MWHunter. She is survived by her parents, Iris and Albert Rhea of Charleston, SC; two sons Charles Boyd Hunter (Brooke) and Hayden W. Hunter; daughter, Morgan H. Coyne (Chad) and three grandchildren, Cales, Bayliss and Blythe. Memorials may be made in her name to Charleston Animal Society, 2455 Remount Rd., North Charleston, SC 29406 or Teal Diva: Ovarian Cancer Support, 1135 Four Lakes Dr., Matthews, NC 28105, tealdiva.org. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Mar. 10 to Mar. 11, 2022.

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Carole

March 2, 2025

She was always smiling and such a talented girl. She will always be remembered

Debbie Evans

March 26, 2022

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

Leah Herrington Ladue

March 11, 2022

We adored your mother and our sending love and prayers your way!

Bebe Coyle

March 11, 2022

I am so terribly sorry to hear of Melissa's passing. She was a beautiful, talented, and loving friend. The example of Melissa's strength and courage should serve us all. Rest in peace, Sweet One. I pray for comfort and peace for Iris and Melissa's family.

Eileen Rosen

March 11, 2022

It is with great sadness that I am writing to you, Iris, and your beautiful family. I hold wonderful, warm memories of both you and Melissa. I feel so lucky that I got to know you both over the years. I know how close you and Melissa were and I know Melissa will always be with you in spirit.
Sending love,
Eileen Rosen

Mary Kennedy

March 11, 2022

Melissa created a beautiful bedroom space for my family few years ago. She was a gifted designer with lots of great ideas and energy. I knew she had been battling cancer, but she was a determined fighter in everything she tackled. I am praying for peace and strength for you all in the days ahead. She will be missed. - Mary Kennedy

Lisa Bower

March 11, 2022

Iris, I know your hearts are broken. Melissa fought this battle so hard and I was certain she would win. Perhaps the Lord would say she did win, as she is now with him. You will both always have a very special place in my heart.

With love and healing prayers,
Lisa Bower

Irvin & Myra

March 10, 2022

Our heart is so very heavy after hearing this news. Words cannot express how we feel. Know that we are here for you, Abby and your grand children.

Crystal Tegley

March 10, 2022

My condolences. So sad to hear of her passing. She will be missed.
Praying for you all.

Donna Beasley

March 10, 2022

I am so so sorry to just have heard about Melissa. Iris and your family are in my prayers. Melissa was a talented lady, with such determination. She was a real warrior, never complaining about her life. I think the world of Melissa and her beautiful mother Iris. They were a good team!. God received a beautiful angel on Monday when Melissa was taken to her Lord.. Love To each of you! Donna

Linda G Leatherwood

March 10, 2022

My heart aches for every one of you. Melissa was taken way too soon but know that she lived her best life and made so many more memories with her family than she was first told she would have. She was a warrior in her own way. I am thankful she got to know and spend time with her first three beautiful grandchildren. Our love to each and all.

Jan Maguire

March 10, 2022

I will miss your smile and sharing your design ideas!
You definitely fought hard!
Rest In Peace
Keeping Iris & family in my thoughts & prayers.

Carole S Spradlin

March 9, 2022

Iris? I´m so upset to hear about Melissa and wish God will stay with you throughout this difficult
Time.
Please call me if I can help in any way. 843-729-6460.

With deepest sympathy.

Carole Spradlin

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