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Robert William Harrell Sr.

Robert William Harrell Sr. obituary, Charleston, SC

Robert Harrell Obituary

Robert William Harrell, Sr. CHARLESTON, SC - Entered into eternal rest on the morning of September 3, 2010, Robert "Bob" William Harrell, Sr., husband of Charlotte Davis Harrell. Residence, Charleston, SC. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Robert William Harrell, Sr. are invited to attend the funeral services of the former on Monday, September 6, 2010, at 2:00 PM at Northbridge Baptist Church. Interment, Live Oak Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at J. Henry Stuhr, West Ashley Chapel Sunday 5-7 PM. Bob Harrell was a successful man in every sense of the word through his faith, family, public service and business. He is a true American success story who attests to the fact that a person can obtain their dreams through hard work, even from the most humble of beginnings. He was orphaned at birth and grew up in Rockingham, NC, raised by his maternal grandparents, Walter and Myrtle Wright. After turning down a college music scholarship, he began his career selling shoes in Phillips Shoe Store where he met the love of his life, Charlotte Marie Davis. They were married in 1955 and began a successful life together. He excelled in business after starting with nothing, but his will and determination, and built an incredibly successful and multifaceted career. He worked for Southern Bell for six years and opened a State Farm Insurance Agency in 1963. A few years later, he began his development career building houses and commercial properties throughout the Charleston area. He and Charlotte opened Charlotte Harrell's Shop gift stores in 1970. They built a successful pecan and candies business, Harrell Farms, in his later years. He had a deep and abiding faith in God, which was clear to those who knew him, and sustained him throughout his days. He was a long time member of Northbridge Baptist Church in Charleston where he served as Deacon and Sunday School Superintendent. His interest in public service began as a young man when he served in the Jaycees, and continued throughout his life. He served three terms as the Highway Commissioner from the First Congressional District. He was particularly proud to see the completion of the Cooper River Bridge replacement during his time in office. Throughout his life, his first priority was family. He made sure they knew they were loved and took great pride in their accomplishments. He and Charlotte raised three very successful and happy children. He is survived by his wife, of Charleston, SC; three children and eight grand children, Robert W. Harrell, Jr. and his wife Cathy (Trey and Charlotte) of Charleston, SC; Dr. Lea Harrell Kirkland and her husband Dr. Steve (Maggie, Ellen and Mitch) of Winston-Salem, NC; and John Davis Harrell (Jessica, Davis, and Elizabeth) of James Island, SC. Memorials may be made to Northbridge Baptist Church, 1160 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Charleston, SC 29407. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Sep. 3 to Sep. 5, 2010.

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Lora & Dean James

October 4, 2010

I have known Laura Burn, Mr. Harrell's office manager for years and she always commented what a humble and amazing man he was. What a great testament to his character and faith. Blessings to your family.

Tyler Johnson

September 20, 2010

Dear family,

I never met Robert personally, but I had heard great thing of him during my research on Charleston. I am truly sadden to hear of the passing of Robert. He truly was a good man. I will always think of him when I pass by the cooper's river bridge.

May God be with you all during this rough time.

Sincerely,
Tyler Johnson
Eagle scout, High School student
Winston Salem, NC

Rep. William Wainwright

September 14, 2010

Speaker Bobby Harrell:

I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your beloved father. My heart goes out to you and to your family.

Please accept my sincere condolences. You and your family are in my prayers.

Sincerely,


Speaker Pro Tempore William L Wainwright
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Rep. William Wainwright

September 14, 2010

Speaker Bobby Harrell:

I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your beloved father. My heart goes out to you and to your family.

Please accept my sincere condolences. You and your family are in my prayers.

Sincerely,

Speaker Pro Tempore William L. Wainwright

WLW/jcs

September 13, 2010

Bobby, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your Dad was a great man. Senator Sampson Jackson II, Preston, Mississippi.

September 13, 2010

Bobby - Mary Karen and I extend to you our deepest sympathy. We have both lost our parents and know how difficult this time can be. Kentucky sends its heartfelt regrets and wishes for you and your family only good times ahead. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. House Speaker Greg Stumbo

Bob Couch

September 13, 2010

Speaker Bobby Harrell: on behalf of the SC Department of Education Office of Career and Technology Education, our staff sends to you and your family our thoughts and prayers in the loss of your Dad. Personally, I know the days ahead will be trying as you and your family adjust to your Dad's passing. May the memories of the past bring peace and comfort to you now. May God bless and keep you in His hands.
Bob Couch, Director
Office of Career and Technology Education

Harold McLeod

September 13, 2010

Charlotte, Ruthie and I just learned of Bob'death. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

September 10, 2010

Bobby,I knew your dad before I met you.A good and decent man.My prayers are with you. Walter Hundley

Diane & Arnold Goodstein

September 9, 2010

We are mindful of the great service Bob gave South Carolina. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time.

Grier Blackwelder

September 8, 2010

Dear Mr. Speaker & Family:

On behalf of the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce and the Sumter community, our thoughts, prayers and sympathy goes out to you and your family during this time.

Ritva Babcock

September 7, 2010

Dear Cathy, Bobby, Trey, and Charlotte,

My family in Finland and I send you the deepest sympathy at your loss. Please, take care of grandma Charlotte with lots of love and hugs.

Ritva

Vic Bailey

September 7, 2010

Our sincere sympathy to the family. Please know we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Rose & Vic Bailey, Jr.

Jennifer Baggott

September 6, 2010

Deepest sympathy, Bobby, Cathy, Trey, Charlotte and the rest of the family.
My prayers are with you all.

September 6, 2010

The Erickson Family wishes to express their deepest sympathy ro the Harrell family for their loss.
Anne, Larry and Mel, Kendall and Shannon

Roy DeHaven

September 6, 2010

Bob worked hard and smart for the people of South Carolina. His interest in service was dedicated. His sudden loss to his family and friends is felt among thousands who enjoyed riding with him to look at road projects, sorted seeds, and just listened to his stories.

Elizabeth Odom

September 6, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the whole family. My sister has worked for Bob for 30 years, and I know that she feels as if she has lost a father.

Martha Heape

September 5, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Martha B. Heape

Frank Polatty

September 5, 2010

Our dearest love and sympathy to the family. Charlotte, we love you and wish we could be there for you. Frank's health is a problem for traveling but our hearts are with you.

Frank & Susan Polatty

Deborah Seabrook

September 5, 2010

Great men will always live in the memory of those who knew him
Debby Seabrook

September 5, 2010

BOB, AND I WERE FRIENDS FROM OUR DAYS TOGETHER IN THE JAYCESS-HE WAS AN OUTSTANDING MAN!!
MAY GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY!
J.BUTCH WOODWARD

R. D.(Bubba) Crowley

September 4, 2010

My condolenses, Bobby and family.

BOB WALSH

September 4, 2010

PEACEFUL JOURNEY HOME

Jerry & Valerie Braddock

September 4, 2010

Valerie and I could not have had better and more enjoyable friends that Bob and Charlotte. He'll be sorely missed.

September 4, 2010

Bob,
Your successes from the most umble of beginnings have been achieved through your unwavering faith in and of God's will. You have been a mentor and example to all and shared unselfishly. Rest in blessed assurance that your family will persevere in like manner in perpituity due to your love & guidance and God's eternal grace.
Don, Lana, & Ben Kirkland, Batesburg, SC

Cathy / Frank Middleton

September 4, 2010

With sympathy and deep respect,
Catherine and Frank Middleton

Rodero Jones

September 4, 2010

In Memory of Mr. Bob Harrell,Sr.

Brenda Lovvorn

September 4, 2010

Charlotte, Bobby, Kathy, John and Family, My sympathy to each one of you. Bob was such a wonderful man. His memory will live on through the lives he has touched. It was always a pleasure to see him when he came for his appointments when I worked for Dr. Apple. I will keep each of you in my prayers as you go through this most difficult time.

Brenda Lovvorn

carol grayson buddin

September 3, 2010

My deepest sympathies to the entire Harrell Family. Mr. Bob was always the the kindest gentleman. His memory will live on in the hearts of all the people he touched during his life. May God hold you all close during such a sad time!

carl chase

September 3, 2010

Commissioner Harrell always had a good word after I made presentations to the DOT Commission. He will be long remembered at SCDOT and the hallmark projects he was involved with.

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