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Sheila Burris Obituary

BURRIS, Sheila The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Maxie Clyde Burris, Jr. are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial of the latter, Wednesday at ten o'clock in Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Rite of Committal, Live Oak Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to Coastal Crisis Chaplaincy, P.O. Box 21833, Charleston, SC 29413 or to American Cancer Society, 5900 Core Road, Suite 504, North Charleston SC 29406. Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on May 10, 2006.

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Lucreita D Becude

May 29, 2006

Clyde and family: John and I are so sad to hear of your loss. Sheila was the life of the party and such a great friend. She will be greatly missed by all whose lives she touched. Our prayers are with you. John Bevis and Lucreita Becude

Kathy Harbeson

May 12, 2006

Dear Sherry and family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of grief. Please do not hesitate to call if I can be of any assistance.

Melissa Whitney

May 11, 2006

Kimberly,

I am very sad to hear the news about your mother. I have very fond memories of the times I spent with your family back in our elementary school days. Your mom was very special. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Ruth, Lillian, Patricia, and Marsha Humbert

May 11, 2006

Dear Kelly, Penny, Benjamin and Sarah:

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless each of you!

Love & Prayers,

Myrtis & Al Burbage

May 11, 2006

We were so sorry to here of your loss. Please accept our heart felt condolences.

Betty Dempsey

May 11, 2006

Clyde-Jack & I were so sorry to hear of Sheila's death. We live here at the beach but did not know until Monday. You and you family are in our prayers. God bless you.

Diane Youngblood Harrison

May 10, 2006

Clyde,Sherry,and family,

So sorry to hear about Shelia. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

Cassie DuPree

May 10, 2006

Clyde, You have my deepest thoughts and my continuous prayers for you to overcome this terrible tragedy. Sheila was a special lady and I know you will miss her. Take care of yourself and God Bless You.

Patti (Ryan) Stoewe

May 9, 2006

Clyde and Sherry,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember our years at RHS with much fondness. I know Sheila will be missed by everyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jonie Fanning - Reeves

May 9, 2006

Clyde,

I was so saddend to hear about Sheila's death. I'm so sorry that you have to go through this. Just know, that you were so important to her and she so loved your life together. Memories are the most wonderful things. Love, Jonie and Phillip Reeves.

katie orr

May 9, 2006

Clyde and Kelly sorry about your

loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

May God Bless,and comfort your hearts

Linda Wertan

May 9, 2006

Dear Clyde and family,Harry and I extend our most heartfelt sympathy.Sheila was loved by all who had the joy of knowing her.She will be greatly missed and remain in our hearts for always.May God help you through this time of grief and sorrow and fill your lives with the beautiful memories of time spent with her.Linda and Harry Wertan

Jan Kramer

May 9, 2006

Clyde:

Sammy and I were so sorry to hear of your loss. We know that you and your family will cherish all the fond memories.

Sammy & Jan Kramer

Sherry and Tim Maull

May 9, 2006

Our thoughts are with you. She will be missed by all.

Adrienne & Hank Tuchman

May 9, 2006

Clyde, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We just talked about Sheila, you and I, while planning the Class of 61's 45th Reunion. I started emailing Sheila, and we had a wonderful telephone conversation, laughing and talking about the reunion. I am glad I had a chance to catch up. May God be with you and grant you the strength to carry on. You have a wonderful family, take one day at a time.



Adrienne and Hank

Mama Fu's Baseball Team and Families

May 9, 2006

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Donna Brant

May 9, 2006

Toni, Joey & family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I know your hurt, as I just went through this. I am so sorry for your loss.

Joyce Frierson-Wright

May 9, 2006

Beautiful Sheila with the smile that broke through all boundaries and made everyone feel at ease - you will indeed be missed. Time does not end memories of gentle sweetness. Our prayers are with Clyde and all of your family during this time and always. May God hold you in the Palm of His Blessed Hand. Love does not end it is eternal.

Wendy (Woods) Thomas

May 9, 2006

Kelly & Family,

I'm so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was such a wonderful, sweet woman. My family sends their prayers and thoughts during this difficult time.

Martha Ouzts

May 9, 2006

My thoughts & prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.

Zed L and Tina White

May 9, 2006

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

Diane Moyer Chard

May 9, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I know she will be missed

Bill Jacques

May 9, 2006

Clyde, Petrina & I are so sorry to learn of your loss, we all know how difficult the loss of a loved one is. You have our deepest sympathy in this hour of need. Please express our condolences to your Family. We will miss Shelia.



Bill & Petrina Jacques

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