GARFINKEL, Philip Entered into eternal rest on the afternoon of June 18, 2005, Philip Garfinkel, Tax Attorney and husband of Irene Sicro Garfinkel. Residence, Charleston, SC. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Philip Garfinkel are invited to attend the funeral services of the former, in J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL, Monday, June 20, 2005 at eleven o'clock. Interment, Brith Sholom Beth Israel Cemetery, Maryville . Mr. Garfinkel was born October 22, 1931 in Charleston, SC, the son of Samuel and Annie Garfinkel. He was a member of Brith Sholom Beth Israel Synagogue. Mr. Garfinkel graduated from the University of South Carolina and U.S.C. School of Law. He served in the U.S. Navy. He is survived by his wife of Charleston, SC; two daughters, Wendy Garfinkel-Gold and her husband Dr. Scott Gold of Athens, GA., and Elyse Susan Garfinkel of Boston, MA; three sisters, Olga G. Weinstein of Charleston, S.C., Helen G. Rosenshein of Atlanta, GA, and Sandra G. Shapiro of Wilsonville, OR.; one brother, Nathan Garfinkle of Charleston, S.C., and many nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association, Inc., Charleston Chapter, 409 King Street, Charleston, SC, 29403 or the charity of one's choice. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Jun. 20, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
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Wendy Garfinkel-Gold

April 18, 2006

Its almost been a year since Dad has been gone, hard to believe... I encourage friends and family who come across this guest book to sign and write your memories of my father to share and treasure. Thank you for your past entries. Love, Wendy (Philip's Daughter)

Tom Moore

July 20, 2005

A giant of a man in a small body. A great friend for nearly 25 yrs. My heart is very sad and my prayers are with Irene and the girls. God Bless and goodby to my dear friend.

james russell

June 24, 2005

no one had a bigger heart.

Michael Fechter

June 22, 2005

Dear Garfinkle's,

I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Garfinkle's passing. Mr. Garfinkle was a much admired and loved man.

I know how proud he was of your family and I simply wanted you to know that my thoughts are with you.

Most respectfully,

Michael Fechter

William Tate

June 22, 2005

Dear Irene, girls, & Olga,

I was saddened to hear pf Philip's passing on to the next shore.

My thoughts are with you you all.

Anne Soffin

June 22, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with you, Irene during this sad time.

Eric Rosen

June 21, 2005

Very sorry to hear this sad news...I know my parents (Brenda and Samuel) as well as my brother Adam were very fond of "Katchkie" and spoke of him often. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Chickle Kohn

June 20, 2005

How terribly sorry we were to learn of Philip's death. I would have made it to the funeral had I not made prior committments. Our hearts are heavy but the streets of heaven have one more angel today (maybe a little short and loud, but an angel nevertheless).

Jamesetta Roper

June 20, 2005

Mr Garfinkel crossed the lines of race and age to share his life and talents with so many people. Thank you Philip for all that you taught me....Love "BJ"

Jamesetta BJ Roper

Carolyn Jones Hatcher

June 20, 2005

I assisted him often as an employee of the Secretary of State's Office. I also was raised downtown Charleston, and he would keep me posted on what was going on in Charleston. What a madcap. It was a great experience in having known Phillip.

Angelica Gamble

June 20, 2005

I will always remember Philip and the many years of association.

Vernon Fash

June 20, 2005

In earlier school days in Charleston, Philip was an energetic natural leader with a great kindness and helpfulness to many. Our paths went in separate directions, but he was a living legend. Our deepest sympathy is extended to his family in this loss.

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