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Sylvia Blakely Obituary

BLAKELY, Sylvia LITCHFIELD BEACH, SC - Mrs. Sylvia Tucker Blakely, 83, wife of Tommy Blakely and formerly of Kingstree, SC died Thursday July 3, 2008 in the Ruby and N.E. Green Community Hospice House in Georgetown. Mrs. Blakely was born in Kingstree, a daughter of Charles Tucker and Rose Berman Tucker. She attended Winthrop College and was a graduate of the University of South Carolina. Mrs. Blakely was a homemaker and for over 50 years she worked alongside her family in their department store, C. Tuckers, in Kingstree. She was a former member of Kingstree Pilot Club and Temple Beth Or. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Rose Tucker and 2 sisters, Jene T. Rosen and Bernice T. Cole. Survivors: husband, Thomas A. Blakely, Jr. (Tommy) of Litchfield Beach; two daughters, Myra Blakely of Alexandria, VA, and Charles Ann B. Graham (George) of Georgetown; one son, Thomas A. Blakely, III of Litchfield Beach; grandson, George Lee Graham, II and a granddaughter, Blakely Elizabeth Graham, both of Georgetown; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday July 6, 2008 at the graveside in Williamsburg Cemetery. The family has asked that memorials be made to Tidelands Community Hospice, 2591 N. Fraser Street, Georgetown, SC 29440. WILLIAMSBURG FUNERAL HOME OF KINGSTREE is assisting the Blakely Family. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Jul. 5, 2008.

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Mike Sherman

July 22, 2008

To the Family of Sylvia Blakely:

You don’t know me but I want to offer condolences on behalf of the Berman family. My grandfather Isidor Berman (Baltimore) was Rose’s brother. My mother Barbara was Sylvia’s first cousin. Our immediate family moved to Scottsdale AZ almost 30 years ago and so we lost touch with much of the family on the east coast. It’s a shame that I didn’t get a chance to meet Sylvia and the rest of the family from Kingstree.

I’ve been working on the Berman family history for about 20 years so if anyone would like an update feel free to contact me. Once again, I’m sorry for your loss.

Mike Sherman
24200 N. Alma School Pkwy.
Number 10
Scottsdale, AZ 85255

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Rebecca Gray

July 7, 2008

Myra,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I am thinking about you.
Rebecca Gray

Robin Josey

July 7, 2008

So sorry to hear of your loss. She was always such a fun person when I visited your home. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Chuck Eaddy

July 6, 2008

I am sorry for your loss. All of you are such wonderful people that I had the opportunity to have known you growing up in Kingstree. My thoughts are with you.

Claudia & Eugene Blakely

July 6, 2008

To Tommy and the rest of the family: Sylvia Blakely will be missed by many. Keep the pleasant memories of her close to you and she will always be with you in your hearts.

Donald and Delane Frye

July 6, 2008

We are so very sorry to learn of Sylvia's passing. We haven't seen or talked with her in years, but she was always a pleasure to talk with. We will certainly remember all of you in our thoughts and prayers.

WILLIAM B. SMITH

July 5, 2008

Tommy, I was sorry to hear about Sylvia"s death. She was such a nice Lady, always eager to help in the store to select the right pair of shoes. God bless you and your family at this time.

Beth Harrell

July 5, 2008

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

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