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Michael Koger Obituary

KOGER, Michael ROUND O - Mr. Michael Thomas Koger, husband of Teresa Dukes Koger, of 6919 Sidney's Road in Round O, died Saturday morning at Colleton Medical Center. He was 42. Mr. Koger was born in Walterboro, January 9, 1963, a son of W. Randolph Koger, Sr., and Sara Lyle T. Koger. He attended Anderson College, and later graduated from Charleston Southern University. He was the Assistant Mill Manager at Coastal Lumber, and was an active member of Bethel Presbyterian Church in Walterboro. Mr. Koger was an avid outdoorsman and conservationist. He enjoyed taking friends hunting on his family land, and also loved salt-water fishing. He was a devoted husband and father. Surviving, besides his wife and parents of Round O are one daughter, Kelly Amanda Koger, and one son, Michael "Andrew" Koger, both of the home. There are two brothers, William Randolph Koger, Jr., of Hampton, and John Albert Koger, of Round O. He is also survived by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Sidney V. and Retha Brady Dukes, of Orangeburg. Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 2:00 in the Bethel Presbyterian Church, with burial following in the Live Oak Cemetery. Visitation will be held Sunday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at PARKER-RHODEN FUNERAL HOME. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, or to the Bethel Presbyterian Church. Parker-Rhoden Funeral Home, 117 Paul Street in Walterboro, is in charge of arrangements. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Mar. 13, 2005.

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KAREN WEIMORTZ/GAINEY

April 7, 2005

TO ALL OF THE KOGER FAMILY,

I WAS VERY SADDENED TO HEAR OF MICHAEL'S DEATH. MICHAEL AND I WERE CLASSMATES THROUGHOUT OUR ENTIRE 12YEARS OF SCHOOL. I ONLY LEARNED OF HIS UNTIMELY DEATH APRIL 5TH THROUGH A MUTUAL CLASSMATE. I'M SORRY I WAS UNABLE TO BE THERE IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.

Lynn Koger

March 15, 2005

Dear Family,

My heart grieves with you in the loss of Michael, and it saddens me that I am not able to be with you in person during this difficult time. Please know that I am holding you in my thoughts and prayers and that I love you.

Anita Bryant

March 15, 2005

William:

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.

Debbie Noll

March 15, 2005

William,

My prayers go out to you and your family in your loss. May God Bless you and keep you strong.

Debbie

Kathryn Hatfield

March 14, 2005

Teresa I was so shocked and saddened to read of Michael's death in the State paper today. Ivey, Aaron and I send our thoughts and prayers to you and the children. I pray God gives you strength during this time. If I can do anything for you please let me know.

Lynnette Cook

March 14, 2005

Teresa and Family



I am very sorry for your Loss. You are in my prayers. May God's grace be with you durning your time of sorrow.

Glenn Thomas

March 14, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss.

Ashley Heaton

March 14, 2005

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I pray that God will give you the strenth and comfort you need to get through this difficult time.

Beth Kelly

March 14, 2005

Dearest Koger Family,

I am deeply sorry for the loss of a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and nephew. I remember the times of being with your family when my mother and I used to visit in the summer growing up. Michael always loved the farm and enjoyed showing me around. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of need in your lives'. May God Bless you and keep you.

judy sandifer

March 14, 2005

William,



Just wanted to say that I am sorry about the death of your brother. You and your family will be in our prayers.



Your friend,

Judy

Donna & Johnny McMillan

March 14, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

Mack Eubanks

March 14, 2005

William, To you and family my thoughts and prayers in your loss.

John Rogers

March 14, 2005

My heart goes out to Michael's family. We are praying for God's Grace and Comfort for you all.

Floria McKellar

March 14, 2005

Teresa,



I am so sorry to hear about your lost. It truly was a shock to me. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. If you ever need to talk with me or need me for anything do not hesitate to call.



God Blessing to you and yours

Patsy Caldwell

March 14, 2005

Dear Everyone, Hugh and I did not know of Michael's untimely death until I read it in the State Paper today. We are truly sorry for the loss you have suffered. We can still see him the cute little boy that always loved to be in church when we were members there over 30 years ago. Please accept our deapest sympathy.

Patsy Caldwell

March 14, 2005

Dear Everyone, Hugh and I did not know of Michael's untimely death until I read it in the State Paper today. We are truly sorry for the loss you have suffered. We can still see him the cute little boy that always loved to be in church when we were members there over 30 years ago. Please accept our deapest sympathy.

Don & Toni Turner

March 14, 2005

William,

Our prayers are with you and your family during this time of grief and loss. May God provide strength and courage and increase your faith.

Don & Toni

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