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MITCHUM, Thomas Thomas Beeler Mitchum, 84, of North Charleston, widower of Mary Frances Mitchum, died November 15, 2006 at Trident Medical Center of Pneumonia. Originally of Georgetown, SC, he lived 40 years on Rock Street in North Charleston. Born April 3, 1922 in Georgetown, Mr. Mitchum was a 20 year veteran of the US Army. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Mr. Mitchum was predeceased by his wife, Mary Frances Mitchum and his son, Richard Allen Mitchum. He is survived by three children, Thomas O. Mitchum of North Charleston, Mary Susan Brutsch of Dallas, TX, and Victoria Ann Spayde of Suffolk, VA. Also included are nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 2 p.m. at Carolina Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Arrangements are being handled by Carolina Memorial Funeral Home, 7113 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Nov. 16, 2006.

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Rose Goodman

November 16, 2006

To the Mitchum Family:
Weeping may endure for a night but Joy comes in the morning. So cherished the memories, and remember to absent for the body is to present with the Lord. He lives with the angels now and keep him alive in your hearts. Be bless. By way of Kingstree, South Carolina. The Mitchum, Mccutchen, Scott, Greene, Mcclary, Platt and Pendergrass Family.

Martha Bryan

November 16, 2006

My deepest symphathy to all of you. Your fond memories of your father, your contact with each other and your faith will get you through these times.

Bobby & Sherry Graham

November 16, 2006

We are sorry to hear about Tom's death. We loved Francis and Tom. May the Love of Christ fill your hearts and may He comfort you during this time.

judith, jim Brooks

November 16, 2006

With loving memories of your
mother and father.

JAMES TRUESDALE

November 16, 2006

Tom my thoughts are with you on the passing of your dad.

Colleen Denham

November 16, 2006

Granddaddy me and the kids will miss you greatly. Miguel, Linda, Nina, and Marcus are glad that they got to spend time with you while you were still with us. You will always be missed. When our family thinks of you especially threw photos it will be happy memorys of you and our granny. We love you

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