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Mildred "Mimi" Scharf

1944 - 2023

Mildred "Mimi" Scharf obituary, 1944-2023, Charleston, SC

BORN

1944

DIED

2023

FUNERAL HOME

J. Henry Stuhr Downtown Chapel

232 Calhoun Street

Charleston, South Carolina

Mildred Scharf Obituary

Mildred "Mimi" Scharf CHARLESTON - Mildred "Mimi" Scharf, 78, of Charleston, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest Friday, March 17, 2023. A Visitation for family and friends will be held Wednesday, April 5, 2023, in the J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., Downtown Chapel, 232 Calhoun St., Charleston, SC from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. Mimi was born September 2, 1944 in Washington, DC, daughter of the late Mildred and George Scharf of Bethesda, Maryland. She was a graduate of Walter Johnson High School and attended Western Kentucky University and the University of Hawaii. She completed computer training and worked at NASA, before joining the Smithsonian Library System staff. She later joined the IT Department at Smithsonian, where she served until retirement in 2002. She moved to Charleston in 2003, where she became actively involved in the community as president of the Women's Club of Charleston; board of directors member for the General Federation of Women's Clubs of South Carolina; volunteer with the Service Corps of Retired Executives; and president of the Charleston Chapter of National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association. She was named Woman of the Year by the Charleston Federation of Women's Clubs. In addition to serving as treasurer of the Memminger Hall Garden Club and On the Lakes at Harbor Place Homeowners Association, secretary of the Lake Francis Association and a member of the Garden Club of Charleston, Mimi established her own computer repair services. She is survived by her sister, Susan Sewing (Norman); her niece, Sandy Sewing Pizzo, her nephew, Stephen Sewing (Jennifer); and 9 great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Sarah, and a nephew, Scott Sewing. Memorial donations may be made to the Charleston Animal Society, 2455 Remount Rd., North Charleston, SC 29406. 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 Apr. 1 to Apr. 2, 2023.

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Dr Richard P Hallion FAIAA FRAeS FRHistS

November 29, 2024

I was extremely saddened to learn of Mimi's passing. I knew her when I was working at the National Air and Space Museum from 1974-1980. She was a human dynamo, and extremely helpful to all the staff and researchers who had need of library services. Together with Catherine Scott and, later, Dominick Pisano, she established a standard for library responsiveness at the NASM that continues to this day. Beyond this, she was a very funny, entertaining, and energetic person. No matter what the crisis was, she was level-headed and could always see the humor in things. God bless you Mimi! Raising a glass to you right now. Dick Hallion, Curator of Science and Technology, 1974-1980

John Corbo

June 27, 2024

I used to work with Mimi at the Smithsonian, I actually got her the xfer out of the Library and to NMAI. She was always fun to work with and talk to, a ton of personality.
We met up a few times for dinner when she traveled to NY, as she lived and worked in the VA area.

We went to Charleston SC for a training session for the SI, and she told me that she loved it so much that she decided to move there after retirement.

I spoke with her a few years ago, she told me she was repairing computers at the development she was living in, she even asked me to take it over for her.
She asked me to visit her as she was no longer flying due to her heart condition. I always wanted to go and visit her...
I called her a few months ago, found out her phone was disconnected and found out the bad news when I googled her name that she had passed.

I had alot of fun with Mimi, she was one in a million, she will be sorely missed by me and her friends.

RIP Mimi !!!

Cesar & Sue Leon

April 6, 2023

Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your dear sister and to Judi, who lost her very best friend & "sister". Prayers of comfort to each of you and those who were the ultimate closest to her.

Judy Wolk

April 5, 2023

Mimi was my "go to" computer person and she was terrific at instructing me how to be more techno- efficient. I retired a couple of years ago so had not seen her and was shocked to see the obit in the paper. I live overseas much of the year and am there now or I would be at the funeral home this evening for her life celebration.
Great sense of humor! She will be missed.
Judy Wolk

Jessica, Abby, Charlie, & Meena Slater

April 4, 2023

Mimi was always good for a laugh. She loved to find out the neighborhood scoop and catch up by her mailbox. She´s saw the full circle of how my life changed on Harbor Place Drive. She was always so supportive of me and Abby and Charlie. She ordered Boy Scout popcorn from Charlie and Girl Scout cookies from Abby (even though she couldn´t eat them). It won´t be same on our street without her. We love Mimi and she will truly be missed. Go Skins!

Stacey Mustard

April 4, 2023

Mimi was a family friend for many years and I had been in touch with her recently & frequently with regard to my Dad, Jim Mustard´s passing. I hope they are reunited in heaven and sharing some laughs and memories together. All my best and condolences to the family. Stacey

Heidi

April 3, 2023

Mimi was my neighbor across the street. I will remember her with great fondness. She was a strong , kind hearted woman - inspiring in many ways ! Sending my condolences to her friends and family. I will miss you Mimi

Elizabeth Connor

April 3, 2023

I first met Mimi at the James Island County Park dog park when she first moved to Charleston. Then our paths crossed again in the Garden Club of Charleston. At the garden club board meeting in early March, Mimi looked lovely and lively, and "in the pink," as my mother used to say. My deepest condolences to family and friends, and her beloved Lady. Much loved and missed, now and always.

Marilee Glaesner

April 3, 2023

Mimi was a wonderful neighbour. She sponsored me for the Garden Cub Of Charleston. Her vivacious personality made her fun to be around.

Melissa and Steve d'Arcy

April 3, 2023

Mimi has been our friend and neighbor for 18 years. We've shared food, drink, boating and puzzles. We raised our dogs Charlie and Henri together! She is already missed so much. Harbor Place will never be the same. xoxo, d'Arcys

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Norbert and Doris Sewing and family.

April 2, 2023

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

Sandy Pizzo

April 2, 2023

Aunt Mimi was a special aunt to me and our family.
She taught me how to sew, my love for the beach, how to cook omelettes and grits, and gardening tips. My children would laugh when Aunt Mimi was around. We know she loved us. She remembered our birthdays, etc. She will truly be missed.

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