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Timothy Kearns Obituary

Timothy G. Kearns LIMA, OH - Timothy G. Kearns, age 59, passed away after a two year battle with cancer on October 12, 2017, at 7:54 am, surrounded by his family at his residence. He met each challenge along the way with humor, grace and courage. Tim was born November 20, 1957 in Charleston, SC, to Donald and Dorothy (Beckroge) Kearns who preceded him in death. On June 26, 1982 he married Therese "Traci" Kearns who survives in Lima. Tim was a 1981 graduate of Clemson University with a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. His vocation enabled him and his wife and family to travel the world from South East Asia to Canada and then to Lima, OH where helped run chemical plants. He spent the last 10 years of his life working as an engineering manager with Potash Corporation. Tim was a member of the St. Charles Catholic Church. He loved reading, bicycling, golfing and watching Clemson Tigers football. He was very proud of his children and grandchildren and loved to spend time with them. In addition to his wife, Tim is survived by his children: James "Jamie" (Ellen) Kearns of Seattle, WA, Margaret "Maggie" (Erik) Sass of Davidson, NC and Jeremy (Wasan Daimi) Kearns of Seattle, WA, 3 grandchildren: Charlotte Sass, Kennedy Sass, Timothy James (TJ) Kearns, 2 brothers, Donald (Molly) Kearns of Brunswick, GA and Mark Kearns of Mt. Pleasant, SC and 2 sisters: Marcia (Norman) Moore of Mt. Pleasant, SC and Beth (Dan) Litchfield of Blythewood, SC. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the St. Charles Catholic Church on Saturday, October 14, 2017 at 10:00 am. Officiating the mass will be Fr. Chris Jesudhason. Burial of cremated remains will be held privately at a later date. Friends may call on Friday from 4-7 pm at the CHILES-LAMAN FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES, SHAWNEE CHAPEL. Following calling hours, there will be a parish wake service held at 7:00 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tim Kearns Scholarship Fund at the Clemson University Foundation @ P.O.Box 1889, Clemson, SC 29633. Condolences may be expressed at www.chiles-lamanfh.com Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Oct. 12 to Oct. 13, 2017.

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Rebecca Leitch

October 21, 2017

Mark, Beth, Don, Marcia and Traci & Family... So sorry to learn of Tim's passing. As one of the old Groves crowd, I know he will be missed by a lot of old friends. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Wishing you peace & comfort.
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Janet Shuler

October 20, 2017

Prayers are with your family and I am so sorry for your loss. I worked for Tim years ago and he was so caring and strived to be the best in what he did personally and professionally. He was a very kind man. May God give you strength during this very difficult time.

October 19, 2017

So sorry for the loss of Tim. He was always so nice and greeted everyone with a smile. May he be a blessing and source of strength to his family and friends. Angie Cale Liberman Wando '75

Chris Ann Werner

October 17, 2017

Kearns Family - sending you and your family condolences on your loss. I've been reading the guest book entries and it is clear that Tim was a very kind and loving person that will be missed. May God give you courage and strength during this difficult time. Prayers are with you.

October 15, 2017

Traci and family, so sorry to hear this news. May you find peace and comfort in God's arms. We know that he will be so missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Bernie and Karen Hiatt and families

Jane Bryant

October 14, 2017

So sorry to her of Tim's passing. I worked at Amoco and remember when he came to work at the Plant along with Susan Young Lambert. When I moved from the Island to the Groves in Mount Pleasant SC, the first person I met was Dot Kearns who was on Mount Pleasant Town Council. She was so pleased that I knew her son. I remember you Tracy also. You were so pretty. Prayers for you and family. 59 is so young. Sad.

Linda Gunn

October 14, 2017

So sorry for your loss, Traci. It was a joy working for Tim in Plant Services. I briefly met you and the boys once and am glad for the opportunity. You have my deepest sympathy.

Mary Beth Barley

October 14, 2017

The world has lost a great person. Tim was always so kind to me - more of a 'big' brother than my brother-in-law. He will be sadly missed.

October 13, 2017

Sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Nick and Marie Thompson

Steff Hemmer

October 13, 2017

Sincerest sympathy, Tracy on the passing of Tim. Thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this difficult time.

Steff Hemmer

October 13, 2017

To Tracy and family...so very sorry to hear of Tim's passing. Thoughts and prayers to you and yours from your yoga friend.

Venkoba Sah Pawar Narayana Sah

October 13, 2017

We worked with Tim in several occasion and he was very nice and kind. Condolences and prayers to his family and friends of Tim.

October 13, 2017

Paula Johnson

Rich and Suzanne Ward

October 13, 2017

Extending Deep and Heartfelt Sympathy to you and your Family

Dec, 89, last official snowfall in Charleston

Dave Habib

October 13, 2017

Such great memories, post-Hugo, basketball in the driveway, projects for the kids. Luv U Man, Dave

Lisa Weaver

October 13, 2017

Condolences and prayers to all of the family and friends of Timmy. May God comfort you in your loss. Thinking of you All.

Sincerely,
The Weaver Families
(Barbara, Lisa, Jerry and Hal)

Guy and Janice Barnocky

October 13, 2017

We worked with Tim in several places around the world. He was a great coworker but he never put work ahead of his family. It was clear that he saw his mission in life as adoring his wife and raising great kids. He succeeded.

John Latimer

October 12, 2017

Tim was a friend of mine. I worked for him and beside him. He was one of the kindest people I ever encountered in the workplace. He truly wanted to be the best but, not at the cost of anyone else. He will always be in my memories as a good man, a fair man, my friend and I will miss him. He was first a family man and was very proud of all his familiy and talked of them often. Tim has been a positive influence on me and my life.
RIP Tim

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