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Sylvester Givens Obituary

Sylvester Lee Givens N. CHARLESTON - Sylvester Lee Givens, the son of Mrs. Beatrice M. Givens and the late Deacon Leroy Givens, Sr. transitioned into eternal rest on the morning of Monday, December 28, 2015. Family will receive friends at the residence, 2414 Lupine Street, North Charleston, South Carolina. Wake Services for Mr. Givens will be held on Friday, January 1, 2016 at the Calvary Baptist Church, 620 Rutledge Avenue, Charleston, SC from 6pm to 8pm. Family hour from 7pm to 8pm. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 2, 2016 at 12 Noon at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 7396 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, SC Sylvester is survived by his daughter Kylene Gerideau-Grant (Oslo) and sons, De'Ron Robinson and Sterling Givens; his devoted mother, Mrs. Beatrice M. Givens; seven siblings, Claudette G. Edwards, Leroy Givens, Jr. (Stephanie), Ivenia G. Little (Charles), Rosetta G. Mitchell (Walter), Jimmie D. Givens (Zita), Virgil M. Givens, Kinard E. Givens; two nephews thought of as siblings, Theodore R. Givens and Aurelio D. Givens; and a host of other relatives and friends. Burial will be conducted by the U.S. Military. Funeral arrangements has been entrusted to the professional staff of Johnson-Halls Funeral Home, Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Dec. 28, 2015 to Jan. 1, 2016.

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John & Pinky Zackery

January 2, 2016

Condolences

Linda Williams Miller

January 2, 2016

To the Givens Family,
May God grant you peace, strength and understanding during your time of bereavement. The memories of your beloved one will give you joy.

Ike & Nita Thompson

January 2, 2016

To Kylene Gerideau-Grant (Oslo) and the Givens Family. We will continue to keep you in our prayers.

Sis. Lucille Dennis

January 1, 2016

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family, God Bless

Gwen McCants

January 1, 2016

Ms. Bea and the entire Givens family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God continue to keep you now and always.

The McCants Family

Chicquetta Fullilove

January 1, 2016

My deepest sympathy to the Givens family.

Yvonne Eddings

January 1, 2016

I am very sorry for the loss of your loved one.May the God of comfort, comfort you during this difficult time

Donna & Acquanette Bryant

January 1, 2016

Rosetta, Leroy and The Given Family,

Our deepest condolences to you and you family. We pray that GOD will grant you the serenity and peace you need during this difficult time.

Janet Capers

January 1, 2016

The Class of 67 will always remember Sylvester he will forever live in our hearts.

Mildred (Gathers) Jenkins

December 31, 2015

Dear Mrs. Givens and family,
You are in my daily thoughts and prayers. May our heavenly Father bless and keep you in His tender, loving care---now and forever more.

Janet Simpson

December 31, 2015

My heart is so full Wes was very special, He touched many hearts. He will be missed dearly, May God bless the Givens family with sincere sympathy

Susan Goodman-Nolley

December 31, 2015

May the peace of God, love, joy and fond memories comfort you during this time.

Minister Sh'Kur Francis

December 31, 2015

A wonderful man who encouraged me to become an Elk. I will always appreciate his friendship and support ini endeavors. Well done thu good and faithful servant.

J. Seth and Carrie Whipper

December 31, 2015

Dear Ms. Givens:
You and the family are on our hearts.
Seth and Carrie Whipper

Shirley Davidson

December 30, 2015

My heart goes out to the Givens Family at this difficult time. May God's grace and mercy comfort you.

Shirley Davidson

December 30, 2015

My heart goes out to the Givens Family at this difficult time. May God's mercy and grace comfort you.

Levi & Carol Lingard & family

December 30, 2015

We pray GOD's blessing on the family. Let not your heart be troubled...st john 14:1

Lillian Young

December 30, 2015

To The Givens Family, God bless and keep you in his care.Sylvester will truly be miss,He is presence with the LORD.

Rebecca Bowman-Izzard

December 30, 2015

May God bless the Givens family and I hope fond memories help to ease your pain. You are in my prayers.

Rebecca Izzard-Stinson

December 30, 2015

My deepest Sympathy goes out to the Givens Family...you are in my prayers.

James Shuler

December 30, 2015

Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayers.

wilhelmina ward

December 30, 2015

to mrs.Bee & family you have my deepest sympathy& may God bless you all let me know what i can do to help you.

Rev. Viola Ravenel Mack

December 30, 2015

To the entire family,
May God's richest blessings continue to keep you during this time. My prayers are with you. I will truly miss my classmate from the Bonds Wilson class of 67. Be encouraged family!

Davida Breshers

December 30, 2015

For the entire family,
May God keep you all in the palm of his mighty hands. Mr. Sylvester is a good man and has earned his eternal wings. God Bless you all and take comfort in knowing he is in a better place

Gerald Richardson

December 29, 2015

My condolence to Kylene and the Givens family ...Wes was someone I looked up to and had great respect for...he will be greatly missed..

Dgt. Anna Dawson

December 29, 2015

To: The Givens Family
You have my deepest sympathy and may God bless you.

Janette Scott

December 29, 2015

Mrs.Bee & Family, know that all of you are in my thoughts & prayers! To God be the glory!

Gloria(Massie) Holmes

December 29, 2015

To Rosetta and the Givens family. So very sorry about your loss. Just know that all is well with his soul right now. I am so glad that I got to visit with him on last Saturday. We loved Sylvester. He was a very nice guy. I will keep your family in prayer. Love you. "Magnolia Temple 1115"

Mary Stewart

December 29, 2015

Miss Bee so sorry to hear about west.keeping you in my prayers.

Elena Gold

December 29, 2015

To my dear friend Kylene and Family,
My prayers are for you all in your time of bereavement. The peace of God which surpasses all understanding be unto you.
The Gold family

Jeanette Stewart

December 29, 2015

Ms. Bee & Family
My heartfelt sympathy for your loss. West cast a mighty shadow and will be missed. May his memories bring you joy and comfort. God bless!
Jeanette & Ralph Stewart

Yvonne Eddings

December 29, 2015

I am very sorry for the loss of your loved one.May the God of comfort, comfort the whole family. Psalms 83 : 18.

Sandra Nesbitt

December 29, 2015

Sylvester was a friendly and awesome individual with a pleasing personality, may you find pease in knowing he's not suffering any longer just resting in the arms of the lord.

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