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Vander Polite Obituary

Vander Lee Polite CHARLESTON - The relatives and friends of Mr. Vander Lee Polite and those of his wife, Mrs. Arthurleen Linda Polite; those of his parents, Eva Brown and Francis Austin; those of his children, Sherelle (Rev. Thomas) Ravenell, Eric Grant, Quincy Antonio (Rita) Grant, Yolanda (Quincy) Green and Bryant Grant Polite; and those of his in-law, Arthur Saulsberry, Sr. and the late Ada Saulsberry are invited to attend his home going service on Thursday, October 24, 2013, 12:00PM at Mt. Carmel UM Church, 95 Cooper St., Charleston,SC; Rev. Carlton McClain, Pastor. Interment will follow at Monrovia Cemetery. There will not be a wake service. Memorial messages may be sent to the family at: www.hiltonsmortuary.com. Professional service provided by HILTON'S MORTUARY, INC. 1852 E. Montague Ave., North Charleston, SC 29405: (843) 554-2117. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Oct. 22 to Oct. 23, 2013.

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Delaine Smalls

October 23, 2013

To the polite family and Shawn you all are in my praises.and god will take care of you we were like family and Vander will be miss god bless all of you. Love lainey.

NORMA MORRIS

October 23, 2013

FRIEND OF FAMILY. REST IN PEACE.

MARY LINEN

October 23, 2013

REST IN PEACE. LOVE ALWAYS

Joyce Gordon

October 23, 2013

To the polite family, Linda, God got your back, he saw that Vander was tried and needed rest, so he called him home. She'd your tears, but remember in your heart, Vander is always near, just a prayer away. He is now you guardian angel. Love to you all.

Robert Martin (Bassplayer)

October 23, 2013

To the Polite family.. May God keep you and strengthen you during your time of sorrow. He is in *GOOD* hands now. With God's grace and mercy, He *WILL* take you through it.

Sharon & Arnold Parker

October 22, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Harold and Joan Calvary

October 22, 2013

To Linda and Family,
Our hearts are heavy with sadness in the loss of our dear brother,Vander. He was a humble giant with a heart big enough to love the world. His spirit of love always left you wanting to talk more with him. He had great wisdom and love for everyone, especially the love of his life and his family. His memory of devotion and compassion will never be forgotten by the members of Mt Carmel UM Church, his spiritual Family. We pray that God will continue to bless and keep you in the days ahead and always. Please know that God is just a prayer away.

Nicole Nail

October 22, 2013

May the love of God comfort you and your entire family during your time of bereavement. Know that God will see you through your difficult days and nights of missing him. Love you Lindaa! Keep your head lifted to God.

LYNETTE BROWN

October 21, 2013

linda and family i sadden to here about vander friend who i share a lot with , this humble man of god praying for and the famliy

Matthew Bowman

October 20, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

RODNEY GOODWIN

October 20, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jackie & Nakita Manigault

October 20, 2013

To my family, please be encouraged during this time of berevement. Vander led a good life and was a well liked person. Weeping endureth but for a moment but JOY comes in the morning.

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