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Patrick Moffly Obituary

Patrick Kane Moffly AWENDAW - Patrick Kane Moffly, age 23, passed away unexpectedly on Friday March 4, 2016. He was born in Charleston, South Carolina to his parents David and Elizabeth Moffly on November 27, 1992. Patrick known as "Patch" to his family was a loyal and faithful son and brother. He was a kind, outgoing, and friendly guy. He had an amazing sense of humor and a hearty laugh. "Spilly Pat" as he was fondly known to his many friends was a joy to be around and was always the life of the party. He never knew a stranger. He always greeted the ladies with a cheerful " Hello Beautiful". Patrick loved meat and hated vegetables. He never met a bacon product that he didn't like. Patrick was an avid surfer, skateboarder, snowboarder, and wakeboarder. Patrick loved being on the water with his family and friends. He was an adventurer and loved the outdoors. He was trained as an Outdoor Leader at Costa Rica Outward Bound. He was a white water kayak guide, a wilderness rescue first responder, and highly proficient with climbing ropes. Patch attended Wando and graduated from the Liberal Arts Academy. He was a student at Trident Technical College and the College of Charleston. He cooked in several of Charleston's restaurants and worked on the family farm. Patrick is survived and will be missed by his parents David and Elizabeth Moffly of Awendaw, SC, his brother Andrew of Awendaw, his sisters Bridget and Sarah also of Awendaw, his grandfather J. Edward Knowles of Charlotte, NC, his aunts and uncles Sara and Walter Kiley of Marietta, GA, Edward Moffly of Miami, FL, George Moffly of NY, NY, John Moffly and Lily Wu of San Francisco, CA, J. Edward Knowles Jr. of Charlotte, NC, Thom and Nancy Knowles of Charlotte, NC, Jennifer and Andrew Kreek of Chattanooga, TN, and Scott and Angela Knowles of Charlotte, NC. He is also survived by his cousins Nick and Peter Kiley, Aria, Alex, and Evan Bronstein Moffly, Natasha and Katy Knowles of Charlotte, NC, and last but not least his nephew Ivan Gabbard of Lexington, KY. We thank Patrick for giving his family and friends such happiness, his unwavering companionship, and love. In lieu of flowers please make donations in his memory to Surfrider Foundation. Please come celebrate Patrick at his Bohemian Life Ceremony to be held at the Charleston Maritime Center located at 10 Wharfside Street Charleston, SC on Wednesday March 9, 2016. Visitation will be held at 2 pm and a service at 4pm which will be followed by a reception. Casual attire please. Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at www.McAlister-Smith.com . Arrangements have been entrusted to McALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, MT PLEASANT CHAPEL, 1520 RIFLE RANGE ROAD, MT PLEASANT, SC (843) 884-3833. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Mar. 6 to Mar. 8, 2016.

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Donna Tokarczyk

February 23, 2025

Condolences and sympathy to the family of Patrick. My heart aches for such a devestating loss. God bless.

Harley Lee

February 2, 2024

I cannot imagine the pain you are experiencing my thoughts are with you and your family old friend

March 13, 2016

Dave, Elizabeth, Andrew, Bridget, and Sarah: There are simply no words to convey to you to lessen your pain at this time of extreme loss. We cannot imagine what you all are going through. We send our love, prayers, and full support to all of you. Love and hugs...Paul, Nancy, Caroline, and Jackie Welles

Mr. & Mrs. Michael Cox

March 10, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

March 9, 2016

We are so very sorry and want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Francie and Bobby Sadler

Jordan Cauthen

March 9, 2016

I was not best friends with Patrick, but you didn't have to be to know how amazing of a person he is. He is the one person who can walk into a room and light it up, the person who can make anyone feel special, and the person who was always an optimist in any situation. Patrick may not be here physically, but his name, his love for others, and the memories he left on this earth will remain. Prayers of strength and love. xxxxx

Carol, Shay, Emilie, and Renee Huesca

March 9, 2016

The Huesca family loves you Patrick. You will always be a part of our family and remain in our hearts forever. We had some fun times! We will never forget the time you jumped off the shavings pile and were 'milking' your injury :) We love you!

March 9, 2016

So very sorry for what you are certainly going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your neighbor from across the creek.
Marie Griffith

Nina Vest Salmon

March 8, 2016

Elizabeth,
Remembering how the Knowles family operates, I'm certain you've got a big family huddle surrounding you right now. I'm adding my my love and prayers to the mix and thinking about you all. So sorry for your loss--Patrick looks like he was full of the exuberance of life! I would've loved to have met him and know for sure that I would have loved him. I have a 24-year-old named Patrick, our middle son. I will continue to hold you and your family in prayer. Peace to you.

Tonya Vanderhoof/Timmy Kirvin

March 8, 2016

The Moffly Family is in our continued thoughts and prayers as you all go through this difficult time. May the sweet memories of Patrick forever live on in the hearts of those who loved him.

David and Wendy Cordina

March 8, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss and so sad to hear of Patrick. He was a great friend to our daughters and they have many great memories of him--memories which will be forever interwoven into the fabric of the many lives he touched. He was a light in the world and will be missed greatly.

Al Ray

March 8, 2016

Dear David and Elizabeth,
My heart goes out to you in this time of tragedy.No parent should have to bear this.
Blessings,
Al Ray

March 8, 2016

Praying for your family during this difficult time. Much love, Jenny & Nate Yokoyama

Donna Chinnis

March 8, 2016

We are praying for you and your family. Our love and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.

Ally Jenkins

March 8, 2016

Praying for y'all during this tough time! Patrick was a great friend to grow up with in Old Village! Stay strong!

Hope Langley

March 8, 2016

Elizabeth, David, Andrew Bridget and Sarah. Words cannot express my deep sorry over this loss. Even though I cannot be at the service, my thoughts and prayers are always with you!! Much love and peace +

karen mcnamara

March 8, 2016

David and Elizabeth, my thoughts and prayers are not enough for your loss; we prefer to see goofy patrick with that smile! Love , Karen,Erin,Kelsey, and especially Brendan

Cathy & Burt Tyler

March 7, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. I cannot even imagine the pain of losing a child. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

March 7, 2016

My sincere sympathies to the Moffly Family. Please take comfort in knowing that God is our refuge and strength, A help readily found in times of distress.

Ford Smith

March 7, 2016

Patrick was a best freind and a brother to me. I will never forget the times we all shared and the memories we made. Patricks smile and personality will live on through the people he impacted. Sending all my love and wishes to you guys in this time. Rest easy patch keep surfing the big wave in the sky. Love you mof

March 7, 2016

I'm so very sorry. Words escape me.

Marysue & Robert Knowles

March 7, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. There are no words to express how very sorry we are. We love you all.

Madison Snell

March 7, 2016

I still cannot grasp this news. Pat and I were so close in middle school and i loved him dearly. I am praying for you all in this hard time but know you have an angel looking over you. He will be missed but never forgotten. Until I see you soon Pat, I love you.

Lisa

March 7, 2016

Patrick's smile will forever be missed by our family. The world will be a little less bright without him . Sending prayers and comfort-Rolin's mom.

John Steele

March 7, 2016

I am so very sorry to hear of this great loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love

Heather Weed

March 7, 2016

I am so very sorry to hear of your brothers' passing Bridget! You may not remember me but you were in my World History class at Bishop England... Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Madison Wright

March 7, 2016

We will miss patrick so much. He always had the sweetest words to say to. Peace and love to your whole family and that all of you will return back together one day.

Gina Pappas

March 7, 2016

I am sorry for your loss. May his memory be eternal.

Bradford Burrous

March 7, 2016

Will be praying for ya'll. I will forever miss that contagious smile.

Tolbert

March 7, 2016

Sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort, comfort you during this most difficult time.

Kathryn Martin

March 7, 2016

So very sorry for your loss. My son, Ford, and Patrick were great buddies. Ford is in New Zealand and crushed that he can't be here to express his love for Patrick and his sincere condolences. Much love and prayers to you all
Kathryn Smith Martin

Cortney (Davis) Gleaton

March 7, 2016

David, Elizabeth, Andrew, Bridget and Sarah: I am so sorry to hear about Patrick's passing! I will always remember him as the adorable little guy I used to babysit for years and chase around as he was always the wild one!! My thought and prayers are with you all!

Mickey Flynn

March 7, 2016

Dave, Elizabeth & family so sorry to hear about Patrick's passing, may you find peace in the day's to come.

Jennifer Seay Raines

March 6, 2016

I was so sorry to hear the news about Patrick. Thinking and praying for your family!

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