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Virginia Gilliam Obituary

Virginia Elizabeth Gilliam, 18, daughter of Herbert W. and Susan Platts Gilliam, and a student at Clemson University, died Sunday, August 24, 2014. The relatives and friends of Virginia Gilliam are invited to attend her Funeral Service on Wednesday, August 27, 2014 in The Church at LifePark, 1151 George Browder Boulevard at 4:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Mount Pleasant Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends Tuesday, August 26, 2014 in the Fellowship Hall of Mount Pleasant Presbyterian Church, 302 Hibben Street, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.. Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR INC. MOUNT PLEASANT CHAPEL.
Our precious, little sweet Virginia. You tugged at our heart strings from the time you were born and especially during these last few days. Our memories of you playing with bugs and animals as a child to your love of singing, Clemson Football and Sammy Watkins, will be with us forever. You were our cream in the middle, adoring both of your sisters. Your sweet spirit touched so many lives and your constant smile brightened everyone's day.
Virginia had a passion for music, being involved in the Wando High School chorus where she was selected for All-State chorus for three years. Her favorite part of the chorus was a trip to Italy last summer where they sang in St. Peter's Cathedral in the Vatican and being selected to sing for ACDA. She enjoyed swimming on the Hobcaw Swim team for 13 years and working as a lifeguard. She had a passion for working with special needs children as this was her chosen major at Clemson University.
Virginia lived her life full of innocence and saw the world through the eyes of a child. Her contentment with who she was is something in today's society that is unique and inspirational.
She is survived by her parents, Herbert and Susan Gilliam of Mount Pleasant, SC; and her sisters, Sarah Katherine Gilliam and Anna Grace Gilliam, both of Mount Pleasant, SC; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Holbrook Platts of Hampton, SC; paternal grandmother, Patsy Lominick Gilliam of Edgefield, SC; and great-grandparents, Virginia and Ellis Dobson of Hampton, SC.
Memorials may be made in Virginia's name to Mount Pleasant Presbyterian Church, ""Youth Ministry,"" 302 Hibben Street, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 or The Church at LifePark, ""Youth Ministry"", 1151 George Browder Blvd., Mount Pleasant, SC 29466 or Wando High School Chorus Music Booster, Inc., ""WHSCMB"", 1000 Warrior Way, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466 or Clemson University Foundation, PO Box 1889, Clemson, SC 29633.
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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Aug. 24 to Aug. 26, 2014.

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Andrew James Kenworthy

June 8, 2021

I would loved to meet her in Clemson.

Alice Valach

August 23, 2018

Think of you all today. Prayers are said for you all. She is not forgotten. My son knew your daughter and I can only imagine your grief. Be strong!

Andrew Kenworthy

May 30, 2018

I wish I could of known her.

Carter Lewis

August 27, 2014

Herb,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. May God be with you.

Carter

Gladys Miller Spires

August 27, 2014

Thoughts and prayers go out to the Gilliam family. I have met Mrs. Martha and her husband through my daughter's family in Hampton.

William & Dominique Milton

August 27, 2014

Virginia leaves a legacy of Love and Giving for her peers to emulate.
Our Prayers are with your family for strength.
With Love,
The Milton Family... William Jr., Dominique, Gabrielle, William III,, and Dahnielle

Randy& Bonnie Vaughn

August 27, 2014

May God comfort and keep your entire family during this time. Our prayers for peace and warmth are with you.

Lisa Bolen

August 26, 2014

Dear Susan and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your precious daughter. May God give you the strength and peace during this time. Your family is in our thought and prayers.

Sarah Korab

August 26, 2014

My heart is heavy for the entire Gilliam family and friends. May God's love and peace surround you and lift you up.

James Dudley and Christine Dobson

August 26, 2014

We are so very sorry for your loss of this beautiful talented child. Please know that you and yours are in our thoughts and our prayers during this most difficult of times.

Leslie Withycombe

August 26, 2014

Susan, it's been so many years since I've seen you but our hearts go out to you and your family now. You are in our prayers. Leslie (Smith) and Allen Withycombe

Ann and John David Griffith

September 7, 2014

We sat by an ADPi senior at the Georgia game and she said you all have been so strong for all the girls.at Clemson.. Your faith and caring has been such a comfort to all when it is a time you need to be comforted. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers everyday. Love, Ann and John David Griffith

Kay Bodine

August 29, 2014

Dear Herb and family,
Please know that you are all in our daily thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength, comfort and peace.
Sincerely,
Ken and Kay Mathis Bodine

August 28, 2014

Herb, Susan and family, We are truly heartbroken for you all over the loss of your precious daughter. No words we could say could bring you comfort but I know your faith in God will. God be with you and give you strength for the days to come. Gerald and Charlene Freeman and family

August 27, 2014

Virginia brought joy and happiness into our home. We are blessed to have known her and will miss her terribly.
The Kinslow Family,
Peter, Kathy, Michael and Colleen.

August 27, 2014

I was so saddened to here of your loss. May god give you strength to endure.

Lee Hershon DDS (Charleston, SC)

Ginger McCartney

August 27, 2014

Herb and Susan,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

James McDermott

August 27, 2014

So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your Family at this difficult time.

Kathy Troutman

August 27, 2014

Praying for you - your faith has been expressed in words and actions

Charlene Williamson

August 27, 2014

May God bring you comfort at this time. All our prayers and love, Charlene and Clifford Williamson

Beryl Henderson

August 27, 2014

Please accept our deepest sympathy and prayers for your family.
Calvin and Beryl Henderson of Edgefield, SC

Joe and Ann Warren

August 27, 2014

The Warren family extends heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Everyone who knew your daughter is grieving and is at a loss as to what to say. May God support your family.
Joe, Ann, Carson, and Marshall.

Tim Domin

August 27, 2014

Herb:
I just heard the news and I am so sorry for your loss

Polly Coleman

August 27, 2014

Losing a child has to be one of life's hardest burdens. I am so sorry you had to lose your precious Virginia so soon. May love & prayers help you in the days to come. Sincerely, Polly Coleman

David Brandli

August 27, 2014

God has tested us all this summer, and now this news just seems too much. What a wonderful life with promise and hope cut short. But now her faith is her eyes as she stands before the living God!

Joey Chapman & Family

August 27, 2014

Herb- So sorry and saddened to hear of your loss. We will keep you and your family in our prayers through this difficult time.

Mike, Chris, Kayla & Kyle Bannister

August 27, 2014

May God give you strength during this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Linda Gaillard

August 27, 2014

Prayers lifted for your family. I never met Virginia but wanted you to know parents of Clemson students are praying for you with heavy hearts with the passing of your daughter. May God place His hands upon you for comfort and strength for the most difficult days ahead.

Peace,
Linda -Clemson Mom

Gale Fair

August 26, 2014

Susan & Herb I'm so saddened by your loss can't believe I passéd by you & your daughter entering Belk Yesterday & I didn't know I would have hugged you both! So I'm sending big hugs now & my thoughts & prayers are with you & your family .

Judy Ensley-Dudley

August 26, 2014

My prayers are with all of your family You do have a beautiful ANGEL watching over all 4 of you.

Kathy Clemmens

August 26, 2014

My heart aches for your wonderful family. I am keeping you all in my prayers. My daughter is an ADPi at Clemson and thinks the world of Sarah Katherine. She was looking forward to knowing Virginia. Virginia is a beautiful angel in Heaven singing and watching over all of her family. God Bless all of you and help you through this most difficult time.

Sandy Terry Clifton

August 26, 2014

Susan,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Walter & Carolyn Lagarenne

August 26, 2014

Herb and Susan, We were saddened by the news of the loss of your daughter. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Mike and Beth Thomas

August 26, 2014

Our hearts are heavy laden as we share in your loss. May God grant you peace and comfort now and in the days ahead. Martha and Holbrook are our neighbors in Hampton.

August 26, 2014

To the Gilliam Family,

Our sadness is boundless as we hurt for your loss and we are sad that Virginia's smile will no longer be a part of our lives. Yet, we also grieve for those that never had a chance to meet Virginia and know her spirit. We are praying that the Lord will wrap her in his arms and that he will be with you in the days ahead.

Chris, Celia, Bryce and Casey Wells
Mt. Pleasant, SC

August 26, 2014

Our deepest sympathy,
Kevin and Fay Armstrong

Karen Brown

August 26, 2014

Gilliam Family I am so sorry for your loss of Virginia. I enjoyed getting to know her at MPPC youth group. Peace be with you.

libby/randolph murdaugh

August 26, 2014

Susan, Herb, Sarah Catherine, and Gracie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and be comforted to know that Virginia is probably sitting at the feet of God, looking up and smiling

Gregg Coleman

August 26, 2014

Herb, my heart hurts for you and your family. Please know that my thoughts are with you.

August 26, 2014

Susan, herb, sarah Catherine and gracie our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherish the memories you have of Virginia and may you have peace of mind knowing that she is probably sitting right at the feet of God. Bless you all.

Judy & Donald Headden

August 26, 2014

We are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. We are thinking of your entire family and are praying for God to wrap His loving arms around you and give you comfort and that you may feel His love.

Mikal Plumley

August 26, 2014

Herb & Susan,
My heart goes out to you and your family! Words cannot express! Please know you all are in my prayers!

Larry/Sally/Mikee/Libby Williams

August 26, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Bradley Kerr

August 26, 2014

Herb and Susan,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family at this time of loss. Prayers being sent.

Mike & Pennye McCormick

August 26, 2014

Herb,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Robert Brown

August 26, 2014

Our entire family sends love to you and we grieve with you over the loss of your beautiful daughter. We share in your heartache. God bless you and hold you tightly as you walk this difficult road.

Beth Roberts Hearn

August 26, 2014

Herb and Susan,
I was so fortunate to see you at Freshman Orientation this past summer and to have had the opportunity to meet Virginia. My entire family is so fond of you Herb and we are so heartbroken for you and Susan. Please know that the Roberts family is lifting up prayers for you and your family during this difficult time.

Susan Mack

August 26, 2014

Herb and Susan, We are so sorry. You've been our thoughts constantly. We're praying for all of you.

Lisa Gibson Terry

August 26, 2014

Susan & family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers!

Ronda Murrell

August 26, 2014

Herb, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and may they serve as comfort to you and your family.

Cheryl Steadman

August 26, 2014

My prayers are with you. May God wrap His arms around all of you and give you His peace-

Lisa Sauls Ashby

August 26, 2014

Susan & family, I am so sorry for loss. May God's comfort be with you during this difficult time. Praying for you & your family with love.

Donna Youngblood

August 26, 2014

Martha Ann and Family,
Jeff and I are heartbroken about your beautiful grandchild's death. I don't even know the words to help to take away the pain that you must be feeling and the grief that you and your family are bearing. Please know that we are praying for all of you.
In sympathy,
Donna (Ackerman) and Jeff Youngblood

Josie O'Brien

August 26, 2014

Our family sends our heartfelt sympathy to you all. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May God bless you all with strength and understanding. The outpouring of kind words about Virginia's sweet disposition by her fellow Wando chorus members is incredible.

Richard Ouzts

August 26, 2014

Herb, Susan, and Family
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet daughter Virginia. May God give you the strength to endure this pain day by day.

Bill Jaycox

August 26, 2014

Herb, I have been out of touch for many years but that does not mean I haven't been think of you. I have 3 children of my own and I am so sorry for your loss. My family and I will be praying for you and your family

Judy Annan

August 26, 2014

Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for your family at this time. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are for you.

Carol & Lane Melton & Kylee Vollmer

August 26, 2014

Our hearts are breaking for you all. Kylee loved Virginia so much and is heartbroken over losing her. Praying God's peace and grace will cover you all.

August 26, 2014

Herb and Family,
Please know that you are in my thoughts and meditations.
X-Ray

Trish & Mitch Snead

August 26, 2014

Dear Susan & Herb, our hearts are heavy & sad to hear about Virginia. We can't imagine how you all must miss her. Virginia always looked radiant from her smile each time we saw her. What an awesome addition Virginia has made to the angels of heaven...

You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers,
Mitch & Trish

Al & Connie Black

August 26, 2014

Susan and Herb,
We were so saddened to hear of Virginia's passing! Plrase know you are in our prayers and above all that our God makes no mistakes and loves us with an everlasting love both in the good and hard times of life! My son and I were Sigma Nu at Clemson (I class of '73 and both daughters were ADP!)

Kim Card

August 25, 2014

My niece was an A D Pi at Clemson. May God give you the strength to make it minute by minute. I'm praying for all of you.

August 25, 2014

We are heart broken for your family and know that only God's grace is sufficent for your needs. Wade and Sylvia Freeman

August 25, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mary Valentine
Sam Pechlin

Hannah Chrisley

August 25, 2014

I never knew her, but as a fellow Clemson student, I am so sorry for the loss of this beautiful girl. I can't imagine the pain you are feeling, but my prayers and thoughts are with you and the entire family of Virginia.

David deBorde

August 25, 2014

Herb - my friend and roommate. It has been so many years. God bless you and your family. We are praying for you. David and Kate deBorde

Linda Moebes

August 25, 2014

Dear Herb, Susan,Sarah Katherine, and Gracie. Virginia will be in our hearts forever. We are heartbroken over your loss. May God keep you all in the palm of His hand for comfort. Linda and Rudy Moebes

Beth Morrison

August 25, 2014

Praying for your family that God will give you strength and peace. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

August 25, 2014

Lifting up prayers for your family.
My heart aches for you.
Angi Case
Member of MPPC

Bill Flanagan

August 25, 2014

Susan, Herb and family.

Please know you are in our continued thoughts and prayers.

We know how proud you are of Virginia. She is truly a remarkable young lady. No doubt she touched many and will continue to do so.

Bill, Lynn, Katie and Lindsay Flanagan

August 25, 2014

I'm so sorry for you loss. May your hearts find comfort in reading Matt 5:4 in this time of sorrow.

Vince and Beverly Ellis

August 25, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Crescent Moon Orthodontics

August 25, 2014

Words cannot express how very sorry we are for your loss. Please know that we are keeping all of you in our hearts and our prayers.

Dianna Reine

August 25, 2014

My heart goes out to you. I have you in my prayers. God bless you.

August 25, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss.
Luscius, Sally, and Sister.

Linda and Mike VonderLeith

August 25, 2014

Herb,Susan and Family,
I am soo sorry to hear the loss of your daughter, Virginia. No bond is as great as that between a parent and child.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Edward Spence

August 25, 2014

Dear Herb and Susan,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time that no parent should have to experience. When we looked at her pictures, our hearts were broken that this beautiful young girl with her whole promising life ahead had passed away. May God give the family the needed strength to endure this tragedy.
Ed and Linda Spence

Kim Caswell

August 25, 2014

With our heartfelt sympathy in the lose of your precious daughter. We pray that God's love will comfort you and your family's soul and bring you and your family peace at this difficult time. We are so very sorry for your lose. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

John & Denise Ciccarelli

August 25, 2014

We are stunned to learn of your loss. Know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Brenda Ballard

August 25, 2014

Herb, please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you or your family.

August 25, 2014

We are so heartbroken over the loss of precious Virginia. Our son Preston cherished his friendship with her. God bless you all!
Frank and Julie Larkin

August 25, 2014

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. The Brown Family

August 25, 2014

We are so saddened by this. There are no words to express our heartfelt sympathy.
Sandra and Bucky Simmons

August 25, 2014

Dearest Herb, Susan, Sarah Katherine and Gracie, There are no words to express our deep deep symphathy are the loss of your precious Virginia. You are in our thoughts and prayers.Donna Mike and John Mozingo

Beth

August 25, 2014

My daughter lived in the same dorm as Virginia and met her for the first time on Thursday. I can't imagine the sorrow you are experiencing right now, but only God can heal your pain. Praying that He will give you the strength to endure this tragedy.

August 25, 2014

Bobbie and I were shocked to learn of you loss. We will keep you in our prayers and thoughts.
Paul and Bobbie miller
Orangeburg,sc

August 25, 2014

Dear Susan, Herb, Sarah Katherine and Anna Grace,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We all spent many hours together at James B Edwards elementary school and Donald Mixon's piano studio. Virginia will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Sincerely,
Elaine, Olivia, Emma and Meredith Coen

The Hedrick family

August 25, 2014

Herb and Susan, we are so saddened to hear about Virginia. Our hearts go out to you and the entire family.

Colleen Santiago

August 25, 2014

Susan and Family - I am so very sorry to hear of Virginia's passing. We spent many hours together volunteering with Wando's chorus and my daughter, Hailey McShan, graduated with Sarah Katherine. There are no words. May the Lord sustain and give your family comfort in the days ahead.

August 25, 2014

I play bridge with your mom and I am so sorry and our prayers and thoughts are with you and family.

Emagene Brewer

August 25, 2014

I will keep you and your family in my prayers. There is nothing that I can say other than how sorry I am for your loss.

Tammy & Mike Curry

August 25, 2014

Very sorry to hear of your loss... I worked with Herb for many years @ D&F...our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Dayna Weir-Abel

August 25, 2014

My heart hurt so bad for you all when I heard this tragic news this morning . I pray that God can give you peace and understanding as only he can. You will all be in my continued prayers and thoughts now and in the days to come.

August 25, 2014

So sorry to hear of your loss. May God grant you peace and comfort in the days ahead. Buddy and DeWees Keller

August 25, 2014

Such a tragedy. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this extremely difficult time. The Carolina family also extends their thoughts and prayers.

Gill McLaurin

August 25, 2014

My deepest sympathy and prayers for you and your family.

Member-St. Matthew's Lutheran Church

August 24, 2014

So sorry. Prayers to the family.

K Bullard

August 24, 2014

My daughter Ashleigh attended Wando with Virginia, I am so sorry for your loss.

Dr Jerry & Ann Jackson

August 24, 2014

So sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and your friends lift you up. (Parents of Robin Adams)

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