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Richard Hutson Obituary

Richard Elliott Hutson Adams Run, SC - A Celebration of Life will be held for Richard Elliott Hutson at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at High Tide on BrickHouse Plantation, Edisto Island. The relatives and friends may call between 5:00 - 6:30 PM, Monday, May 9, 2016 at The James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Highway. His Guestbook may be signed at www.charlestonfunerals.com. Richard had the courage to live life the way he wanted. He lived his entire life on the water. He was raised in the Old Village of Mount Pleasant and BrickHouse Plantation on Edisto Island. He was a Long Line Fisherman, Marine Contractor, Dock Builder, Tug Boat Captain for SCDOT Bridge Maintenance Division and an Engineer at DonJon Marine. Richard was an avid fisherman, loved the outdoors and loved all animals. Richard leaves behind, his wife/partner in crime, Helen Postell Hutson; his Springer Spaniel, Duck; children, Richie Hutson and his wife Julie and April Bunn; 4 grandchildren; sister, Kit Turek and her husband Tim; brothers, Tommy Hutson and his wife Ann, Cork Hutson and his wife Susan, William Hutson and his wife Lee; many nieces, nephews, cousins, uncles and aunts. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The American Cancer Society, Charleston Chapter, 269 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC 29401. Arrangements by James A. McAlister, Inc. 766-1365. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from May 6 to May 7, 2016.

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Cindy Smart (Jenkins)

May 12, 2016

Richard was an fun loving person who was always willing to work hard. I remember him floating on Russell Creek on July 4th. He was always laughing and willing to help. We had many fun nights and days partying at Brick House. He was an animal lover and had a kind heart. Family was important to him and I was lucky enough to be included. He will be remembered.

Jean Limehouse

May 11, 2016

Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers:
Lawton Limehouse, Sr.
Lawton Limehouse, Jr.
and extended family

Susan Sullins

May 11, 2016

Helen, so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Marv & Bonnie Cawley

May 11, 2016

Helen, we are sorry for your loss. You and family are in our thoughts and prayers.We will dearly miss him.

Allison Burbage

May 10, 2016

I am so sorry to hear this news. Richard was a great man and I will treasure all the fun times had with Richard & Helen. My most sincere sympathy to Helen and his family at this time and always. So sorry I'm just reading about this. Love prayers & strength to all.

Lise Loux Budd

May 9, 2016

Richard was a special person to all who knew him and loved him
My prayers are with all of the Hutson family

Alice Furman Hills

May 9, 2016

Much love and prayers to all my hungry neck Hutson family. I will always remember Richard as that cute little blonde boy that would talk to me over the fence on Bennet street

Linda Simmons

May 9, 2016

The SCDOT Specialized Bridge Family extends our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We will continue to pray that the peace of God comforts you during this time of beravement.

May 9, 2016

Helen, I am so sorry for your loss, I will keep you and the family in my thoughts and prayers.

Vicki Webb

Janeen Miklos

May 9, 2016

Helen-I so sorry for your loss. All of us in the AMCS family send our deepest condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Gwen Howard

May 8, 2016

My husband David worked with Richard at SCDOT for many years. When David was diagnosed with Cancer in 2014, Richard came to visit several times. David died 13 months ago but I wanted to let you know that he considered Richard a friend and I'm so sorry for your loss.

Wade and Tess Henry

May 8, 2016

Helen,our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Our prayers are with you and all who love Richard.

May 8, 2016

To all the Hutson's: you are all in our thoughts and prayers, and know that God loves you all. Your family is such a special one to us, and are praying for you all during this trying time. Mrs. Mary Whaley and Ms. Ellen Stevens, Sumter, S.C.

Lanair Owens

May 7, 2016

Helen so sorry about Richard. If you need anything let me know. I can be reached on my cell phone or at Lancaster Funeral Home. Ronda and myself are praying for you.

Mike & Betty Thornton

May 7, 2016

Helen, our heart goes out you. I can only say that I cannot imagine a better man to lose out to on "Otis" to year after year. I know the love between the two of you and the love we have for the both of you. See you soon.

Riddell Perry

May 7, 2016

I am truly sorry for the loss in the family. May God hold each of you during this difficult time.

Tammy Driggers

May 7, 2016

I always loved Uncle Richard. We would bet on the football games when I was little between Georgia and Clemson. Also it was such a treat to visit Brick House a few years back spending time with him and Helen. I love you Uncle Richard. To the family I am sorry for your loss you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Brad White

May 7, 2016

Richard I know you are on the river of life up there smiling down on all of us. Sure enjoyed our friendship at the old East Cooper Scool! Praying for all of your family!

May 6, 2016

Ebb & I will always remember the fun times we had with Richard & Helen & the gang at Bennetts Point. Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this sad time .

Robin and Keith Cleveland

May 6, 2016

Helen and family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Frances Boensch-Murdaugh

May 6, 2016

Richard was such a special guy and will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family.

Donna Prescott

May 6, 2016

Whenever I think of Richard, a smile comes to my face. He will be missed. Helen, You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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