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Rhett Chamberlain SHELBY, NC - Alexander Rhett Chamberlain passed peacefully at 24 years of age in the company of close family on March 31, 2013, at 5:46 am following complications from a hiking accident in Wilson Creek Gorge, NC. Rhett was born June 26, 1988, in Shelby, NC to Steven and Kathe Chamberlain. He was the youngest of three brothers. He was pursuing his Master's degree in Economics at the University of North Carolina in Charlotte following completion of his Bachelors degree in Business Administration from North Carolina State University. He was employed by SABIC of Huntersville, NC. Throughout his time at Shelby High School, Rhett excelled as a student athlete and mentor with the basketball program. He had an unusually dry wit, while simultaneously retaining a unique warmth in his sense of humor. He loved to read, travel, eat well, and spend time with friends and family. He is survived by his parents, Kathe and Steven Chamberlain, brothers and their wives, Austin and Brittany Chamberlain and Reid and Katie Chamberlain, grandmother, Elizabeth Chamberlain, and long time girlfriend, Sara Cheaney. Also surviving are aunt and uncles, Camille and David Chamberlain and Henry Steenken, cousins, Allison and Adam Abramson, Ashley and Clint Herbison, and Syndney Steenken, as well as, numerous close friends. He is preceded in death by grandparents, Marion and John Steenken and William Chamberlain. Services will be held Wednesday April 3rd at 3pm at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1207 W Dixon Blvd Shelby, NC 28152, reception to follow. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be sent to the Shelby High School Basketball Program, 230 East Dixon Blvd, Shelby, NC 28152 (attn: Basketball Program) and Cleveland County Humane Society, Inc. 1609 E. Marion St. Shelby NC 28150. Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family of Rhett Chamberlain. Guest Registry is available at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Apr. 2 to Apr. 3, 2013.

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Mike Lawhead

April 14, 2013

Steve, We were so very sorry to hear about the loss of your son Rhett. I wish I had met him. I'm sure he was a great guy like you. It has been a long time since we have talked but I want you to know that I am thinking of you and your family. We will continue to pray for you during this difficult time. My prayer is for God to give you comfort, peace and healing and to lift your family up in the months and years to come. Take care my old friend. I hope to see you again sometime in the future. Mike and Becky Lawhead

Cindy Gold

April 11, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

April 10, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Cassie Turner

April 8, 2013

I never met this young man personally but am heartbroken for his family. I am a patient of Dr Chamberlain who 18 years ago lovingly helped us deal with many miscarriages. I can only say you are all in my prayers, the loss we suffered will in no way ever compare to the loss of a child you have watched grow into a wonderful young man. I have never met a doctor with as much love and compassion for his patients as Dr. Chamberlain. He has a heart of gold. Your will all be in my prayers.

Anne Holst Lorenz

April 7, 2013

Dear Kathe and Steve,
My sister Mary told me about what happen to your son Rhett. I am so sorry for your loss. I can not even imagine what you all are going through. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Damiune

April 6, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Shelli Allen

April 6, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and family,

Saddened by the news of your son. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Iris Berg

April 5, 2013

Dear Kathe and Steve. I am Maureen's sister, Iris. Over the years,during conversations with Maureen, she's talked about you, your friendship, and fun things you and your families have done together.I pray that those memories give you comfort,strength, and in time, smiles.

Patti(Varn) and Britt Moose

April 4, 2013

Kathe and Steve,
We are so very saddened by the news of your son.
Please know that we are thinking of you and praying for you all.

April 4, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Becky Elliott

Preston and Morgan Roseboro

April 4, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain & family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Rhett was a wonderful person to be around. Our thoughts and prayers are with your through this trying time.

Ron and Debbie Uren

April 4, 2013

Steve and Kathe,
We were so sorry to hear of Rhett's
tragic accident. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Joe and Lynda Campbell

April 4, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family!

Joe and Lynda Campbell, Lenoir, NC

April 3, 2013

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Sending prayers to you all.

The Detyens family

E.P..(ARK)) CHIOLA

April 3, 2013

I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOU LOSS OF RHETT, HIS GRAND FATHER (JOHN)AND I WORKED TOGEATHER FOR A MANY YEARS AT THE US MINE LAND DEGAUSSING STATION IN CHARLESTON,S,C,

Dale and Dianne Hollifield

April 3, 2013

Dr.and Mrs Chamberlain,
My heart goes out to your family. Rhett was so special to Aubrey and Ryan and certainly to dale and me. I can' t imagine your pain. Please know that you are loved and respected by so many people and most of all our Heavenly Father. I am praying nightly for your peace and comfort.

Cathy Varn Stamey

April 3, 2013

Kathe and Steve,
What a shock and terrible tragedy this is. We are so very sorry. You and your family are in our prayers.

Sidney, Tana & Blake Wilkey

April 3, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Donna Potter

April 3, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain & family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. My heart has been so burdened and heavy for you all. We talked about Rhett and my daughter , Kellie when I was in your office a few months ago. They were born the same day. You all have been in my prayers and will continue to be for days and months to come. May God give you peace that passes all understanding.

Tommy Grayson

April 3, 2013

Kathie and Steve, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. What a tragedy. My heart goes out to your family. You are in our prayers.

Kelle Templeton

April 3, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your son. May you and your family find peace and comfort through God. With thoughts and prayers.

Meredith Greene

April 3, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain,
Please know that your family is in my prayers. I cannot imagine your pain, but I pray that all of the compassion, love, comfort, and support that you have so generously given to others be returned to you tenfold during this difficult time. I pray that God fill your family with His peace that passes all human understanding. I wish I could do more, but your family will continue to be in my prayers today and in the days ahead. All my love and prayers,
Meredith

Jenny Shuford

April 3, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and family, I have been praying for your family since Sunday and will continue to pray for all of you. May you find peace that only comes from Him.

Leslie Summitt, (Smith)

April 3, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain, I am very sadden by the passing of your son. I will have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. You and your family are loved by everyone in the community. May God bless you,family, and friends.

Carol Grayson Buddin

April 3, 2013

Kathe & Steve,
I am shocked and saddened over the news. God bless you during this difficult time. I can only imagine the heart ache you must feel. Prayers for you all from Charleston, SC.

O'Kelley Smith Broadway

April 3, 2013

Dear Chamberlain family,
We cannot comprehend your pain, but we are all sending our thoughts and prayers to you. I have always been treated like family at Shelby and Kings Mountain Women's Centers. Therefore, I too, carry a heavy heart in your time of pain.
Sincerely,
O'Kelley Smith Broadway
Becca Carlisle Broadway
Austin O'Kelley Broadway
MaryWade O'Kelley Smith
McLendon Smith Winstead

Steven Degree

April 3, 2013

Rhett was a nice young man. I remember him playing on the Shelby High School basketball team. Had a nice jump shot too.He will be missed. Coach Steven Degree

Carrie McBrayer

April 2, 2013

Dr Chamberlain and family, I send my deepest sympathy to you during the loss of your son. Praying for you all!!

Nikki Mintz

April 2, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain, my prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. As God has used you to bring life into the world, I pray He will bring joy and strength to you during this time of bereavement.

Jamie Kuenzel

April 2, 2013

Although I only knew Rhett for my first year at UNCC through the business honors program, I know he made an impact on me and others in our class. He was so nice and always funny! I'm so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful person.

Michael and Robin Barnes

April 2, 2013

We are in Tennessee where sfter hearing of this tragic loss for the Chamberlain family you have been in thoughts and prayers we will continue to pray for you as we send our love and care . We hope that you can know that we feel and share the sadness of lhis time. May God be with and comfort you.

Mary S. Accor

April 2, 2013

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Rhett. As my doctor, I have had the joy of witnessing the passion and love Dr. Chamberlain has for family. As he has given to many, may the words of comfort offered by friends and the love of God that gives us daily strength, sustain the Chamberlain family during these difficult days.

MonKeshya Tuft-Huff

April 2, 2013

To Dr. Chamberlain, his wife, and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your son and loved one. May God bless and be with you all during this difficult time...

Belinda Bradley

April 2, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain, I'm so sorry for the loss of your son. No parent should have to bury their child. I will keep you and your family in my prayers and I pray GOD comforts you at this time.I remember when my sister passed how you comforted me and I pray the blessing is returned.Thinking of you and your family in prayer today..GOD bless...

Zach Marzo

April 2, 2013

Rhett was one of the first people I met at UNC Charlotte, through the Business Honors Program. He was a great friend from the start and will always be a big part of my early college experiences.

Vinh Le

April 2, 2013

On behalf of all of Rhett's friends from SABIC, we are deeply saddened to have lost a special friend and team member. He will always be remembered by his kind and humble demeanor, his brilliant mind, and his aptitude for always making people smile.

We would like to extend our hand in support for the family in anyway we can.

LeAnn Campbell

April 2, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and family. I Want to send my deepest regardes to you and your family. God bless you all!

Meda Dixon

April 2, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and Family! Words can not express the sorrow we have for all of you... May God wrap his precious arms around you and embrace you and give you peace. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow and for years to come. Meda, Rick, Andrew & Charles Dixon

Kim Wood

April 2, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and family. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May God be with you now and always.

Lyneda Williams

April 2, 2013

I am so very sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts.

Ellen Dixon

April 2, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your son. You and your family are and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers during this time of heavy burden and always know "God's" arms are around you giving you strength to know that someday you will be with him again.

Ellen Dixon

Abbe & P.J. Byers

April 2, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and family... We are deeply saddened by your loss. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you in thought and prayer.

Jennifer Troyer

April 2, 2013

The faculty rom the Economics Department at UNC Charlotte are keeping your family in our thoughts. Rhett was a special young man, and we were honored to have him as a student.

April 2, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain,

God bless you and your family !

Lareina Carpenter

Tammy Truett

April 2, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss I hope you can find peace in time

April 2, 2013

Steve and family,
Our Prayers are with you.

Doug and Susan Blackman

Danielle Sisk

April 2, 2013

Dr Chamberlain and family I am so sorry for your loss. May you find peace during this time.

April 2, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain you have helped so many people since moving to Shelby including myself these words seem so inadequate to tell you how sorry I am for the loss of you son. Losing a child, at any age, is tough to go through. Please know you, Kathe, and all your family are in my prayers. May you find peace that only God can give you and carry you through this difficult time. Kathy Weaver

April 2, 2013

We are grieved to hear of your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. UNC Charlotte Graduate Programs Staff

Darryl Montgomery Jr. ,and Mother

April 2, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain & family, you have our deepest sympathy and you time of sorrow. Your son and my son played basketball together at SHS. You have our thoughts and prayers. Darryl said, Rhett was a cool guy and he truly will be miss.

Tamara Fuller

April 2, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jessica Byrd (Jones)

April 2, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain & family, I am deeply sorry to hear of the loss of your wonderful son who I thankfully had a chance to meet in life. Praying for you in this hard time that God will wrap his arms around you all & help you to somehow manage during this. God bless you all.

Sandra Sparks

April 2, 2013

DR Chamberlain my heart is breaking for you. I will definitely be praying

Jackie and Henry Weathers

April 2, 2013

To all of the Chamberlain family,
All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. May your wonderful memories bring you comfort and smiles. And may God bless each of you and give you peace.

Lori Scism

April 2, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Rhett. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Annette Burton

April 2, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you with wonderful memories of happy family times together. Will continue to pray for you and your family during this time of loss.

LaDonna Culbertson

April 2, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain, I am so sorry to hear about your son, You and family are in my thoughts and prayers.May God lift you up during this time, and give you comfort in the days ahead. Much Love, The Culbertson's- Mark, LaDonna, Landon and Austin

Dawn Hester Ray

April 1, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain, please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

April 1, 2013

Those we love, don't go away,
They walk besides us every day.
Their memories remain in our heart.
May loving memories heal your pain.
With heartfelt sympathy,

Izabella and Krzysztof Jablonski

Rhonda and Kevin James

April 1, 2013

We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. No words can ease or comfort you at this time. Truly sorry for your lds. Rhonda and Kevin james

April 1, 2013

To Dr. Chamberlain and family I am so sorry for the lose of your son. My thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. You have always been so very proud of your sons, and I know he will be missed very much by you, Kathe, his brothers and the rest of your family.

Monika H Pruitt

Todd & Dora Groves

April 1, 2013

There seems to be no words to describe how truly sorry we are for your loss. For a doctor that has truly touched our lives for 21yrs, we so wish we could say or do something to ease the pain. There is no doubt God has added another angel & we'll all see him again. The whole family will Continue to stay in our prayers.

Denise Tessener

April 1, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain & family, I am so sorry for your loss, you will remain in our prayers.

Penny Blanton

April 1, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and family my thoughts and prayers are with you. Such a tragic loss. You had a wonderful son.

Joey and Kamala Dockery

April 1, 2013

May his light shine forever in the friends and people he has touched. The flame will never burn out, but will always remain in the hearts of the ones who have known him.

Kathy Callahan

April 1, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Stuart & Marinda McDaniel

April 1, 2013

To the Chamberlain family, may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Please know you are all in our hearts and prayers.

Michelle Suits

April 1, 2013

Dr.Chamberlain so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

David and Tracy Turner

April 1, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain, you delivered our children. We have always thought of you as a part of our family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. We love you.

Phyllis Stafford

April 1, 2013

Praying for your Family during this time.
Phyllis Stafford

Marian Price

April 1, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and Kathie I am so very sorry for the loss of your son, Rhett. You have been and will remain in my prayers.

Brand'e Surratt

April 1, 2013

To the Chamberlain family you are in our thoughts and prayers. Dr Chamberlain I remember how you would talk about your family and how proud you were of them. Again we send our condolences.

April 1, 2013

DR. CHAMBERLAIN AND FAMILY IAM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU. KRISTIE A RICHARDS

April 1, 2013

Dr.Chamberlain, You delivered both of my sons. I am so sorry for the loss of your son Rhett. Our prayers are with you and your family. Joey and Kamala Dockery.

April 1, 2013

DR.CHAMBERLIAN and family I am so sorry for your loss. Kristie richards Dr.Chamberlain and family I am so sorry for your loss Kristie Richards.

Tracy Parker

April 1, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Janet Houser

April 1, 2013

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Annette Chamberlain

April 1, 2013

Steve and Kathe, we were so sorry to hear of Rhett's passing. Nothing could be harder than losing a beloved child. How wonderful to read that he touched so many lives. You are in our thoughts. Annette and Minh

Dennis McDowell

April 1, 2013

Dr.& Mrs.Chamberlain,Our Deepest thoughts and prayers are going up for the comfort of your family during this time of bereavement.Rhett was loved and cherished by many and will be painfully missed. I thank God and you for the time we did have him.

Fran Moritz

April 1, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers...

Tara Mauney

April 1, 2013

May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you.

Sheila Davis

April 1, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and family I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray that the light of Rhett's life will be like this candle and forever burn with precious memeories you shared togther as a family!

Patti and Keith Norman

April 1, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and family, There are no words to express the deep sympathy that we feel. The loss of a child must be the hardest thing you will ever go through. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.

Steve Cook

April 1, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. My family and the entire community will keep all of you in our prayers

Chavis Sims

April 1, 2013

Rhett will forever be remembered. May his soul rest in peace.

Lisa Ledford

April 1, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and family. I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Thomas Dedmon

April 1, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Evelyn Fox

April 1, 2013

With heartfelt sympathy!

Janinne White

April 1, 2013

Dr. Chamberlain and Family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John and Janinne White

Christine Moudy

April 1, 2013

Doctor Chamberlain I am so sorry about
your loss. You and your family are in my
thoughts and prayers.

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