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Whitney Simmons Obituary

Whitney Nicole Simmons SUMMERVILLE - Whitney Nicole Simmons, 23, of Summerville, died Tuesday, August 24, 2010. Funeral service will be held Friday, August 27, 2010, at 3 o'clock, at Summerville Baptist Church, 417 Central Avenue, Summerville. Burial will follow at Dorchester Memory Gardens, Summerville. Friends may call at James A. Dyal Funeral Home, Summerville from 6 until 8 o'clock Thursday evening. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to: Low Country Animal Rescue, PO Box 952, Ladson, SC 29456. Whitney was born September 26, 1986, in Charleston, daughter of Keith Simmons of Summerville and Christy Simmons of James Island. She was a graduate of Dorchester Academy and attended Trident Technical College. She enjoyed Gamecock football, going to the lake, fishing, playing softball and spending time with her family and her pet "Mr. Whiskers". She was a dental assistant and a member of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Surviving in addition to her parents are: brother: Logan Simmons of James Island, sister: Abby Dycus of James Island, grandparents: Romie and Martha Simmons of Summerville, Charles and Lola Chitwood of Summerville and Tamar and D'Ellis Green of Summerville, aunts and uncles: Chan and Kimberly Chitwood of Greenwood, SC, Clay Chitwood of Varnville, SC, Charla Chitwood, Carrie Chitwood and Darren Simmons all of Summerville, numerous cousins and many friends. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.jamesadyal.com. ARRANGEMENTS BY JAMES A. DYAL FUNERAL HOME, 303 SOUTH MAIN STREET, SUMMERVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA 873-4040. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Aug. 25 to Aug. 26, 2010.

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Amanda Aiello

September 3, 2010

IF TEARS COULD BUILD A STAIRWAY, AND MEMORIES WERE A LANE, I WOULD WALK RIGHT UP TO HEAVEN, TO BRING YOU HOME AGAIN, NO FAREWELL WORDS WERE SPOKEN, NO TIME TO SAY GOODBYE, YOU WERE GONE BEFORE WE KNEW IT AND ONLY GOD KNOWS WHY, MY HEART STILL ACHES IN SADNESS, AND SECRET TEARS STILL FLOW, WHAT IT MEANT TO LOSE YOU, NO ONE WILL EVER KNOW.

MY LOVE, THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH WHITNEY'S FAMILY AND FRIENDS. SHE WAS A KIND, SWEET, BEAUTIFUL YOUNG WOMAN WHO'S SMILE COULD LIGHT UP A ROOM! GOD MUST HAVE REALLY NEEDED AN ANGEL WHEN HE TOOK HER. I KNOW SHE IS WATCHING OVER ALL OF US AND SENDING US LOVE WHILE WE ARE IN PAIN. I AM THANKFUL TO HER FOR SHARING WITH ME HER AMAZING FAMILY THAT I AM PROUD TO CALL MY FRIENDS!!! LOVE YOU WHITNEY AND I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN........

Chris David

September 1, 2010

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

Amanda Lee

August 31, 2010

Christie,
My family and I are keeping you and your family in our prayers. I am deeply sorry for your loss. I will never forget the great times I had babysitting Whitney and Logan. I know God is watching over you through all this.

Doris DAMANTI

August 30, 2010

Christie, You have my deepest sympathy at the loss of your beloved daughter. I hope you and your family will soon find peace as you remember the happy times together. I worked with you at OES.

Kelli Harris

August 30, 2010

Still thinking and praying for you. I am so sorry for your loss.

Margie & John Barham

August 30, 2010

Our constant thoughts and prayers are with you all. We are truly sorry to hear about Whitney and can only hope that you all are blessed with many special memories, God's grace, love and strength and overwhelming love from your family and friends, today AND always. You remain in our thoughts and prayers.
With love,

michelle williams

August 28, 2010

christie. you and I went to school together but you may not remember me. I am so sorry for your loss. I really am. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May god be with you and your family. God Bless. Michelle (Miller---Maiden Name) williams.

Kathie Figgins

August 27, 2010

Christy,
I just read about Whitney and wanted you to know how sorry I am for your loss. She was a special child that I will always remember. My heart goes out to you and your family.

August 27, 2010

Minnie and I extend our condolences to the Simmons, Chitwood and Green families.

We loved Whitney as if she was our own daughter. She was always mannerly and polite.

In the eight (8) months that Whitney lived with us, there wasn't a day that had gone by where she didn't thank us for allowing her to stay at our home and be a part of our household, and for all we did for her.

We are very grateful and truly blessed to have Whitney enter into our lives, and she will always be a part of our extended family.

Whitney was a very caring and loving person who loved her family very deeply and dearly.

We will truly miss her but she will always remain forever in our hearts.

Don Mucheck & Minnie Kamyk
North Charleston, South Carolina

Kipp & Leslie Krauk

August 27, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Whitney was a beautiful person. We are truly sorry for your loss.

Jeanette Lamb

August 27, 2010

Charles & Lola & the Simmons' family, I am truly sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family at this time.

clyde grovenstein

August 27, 2010

whitrey we had come good time it the lakehome.you will be mis
I will see you a you up at you newhome....
love clyde grovenstein
hampton country s.c

Denise Hooks

August 27, 2010

Mr. Romie and all the Simmons family & friends. I'm so sorry for your loss and my heart feels your pain. I did not know Whitney but from what I have heard she was a very beautiful young lady. May God Bless you and give you comfort at this time.

Tom & Dawn Leslie

August 26, 2010

We met Whitney at our son and daughter-in-law's wedding last year. She impressed us with what a sweet and polite young woman she was. We are deeply sorry for your loss.

Lisa Porter

August 26, 2010

To all of Whitney's family~ May your hearts quickly be filled with joyful and loving memories you have shared with her.

Mary Joy Cail-Reich

August 26, 2010

Words cannot express my feelings of sadness for the loss of my cousin and your beautiful loved one, Whitney. Our family's prayers are for you to find consolation in the many memories you have of her, and to find the strength you need to bear this burden. We are all so thankful we have the knowledge that this is only a temporary separation and that we are assured that we will all be together again in due time. May the Lord sustain and comfort you. We love you so much.

Jodie Rephan

August 26, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.

August 26, 2010

Dear Martha and Romie, Keith and Darren - Cindy and I are so sad you have had such a tragic loss.
Our children bring such joy for whatever time they are ours. Our hearts go out to you all. Sheryl Gunning

Missy Cummings Yerger and family

August 26, 2010

A longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, one more smile... we may not understand why she had to leave so soon, but little by little, you will begin to remember not just that she died, but that she lived. And that her life gave you memories too beautiful to forget. Hold tight to those memories for comfort, lean on your family and friends for strength and always remember how much you are loved and cared about. Please know that my heart is heavy and you will remain in my thoughts and prayers.

Bill, JoAnne & Austen Russell

August 26, 2010

We are very sorry to hear of your faimly's loss. We met Charla only recently you hold a place in our thoughts, prayers and hearts.

chasity ingram

August 26, 2010

I am very sorry for your loss. I was with your daughter seconds after the accident. My prayers are with your family.

Melissa Greene-Bennae

August 26, 2010

May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. Dear Aunt Martha and Uncle Romie, Keith, Logan and Cristy and Darren. I love you all and you are in my constant prayers and thoughts.

Heather King

August 26, 2010

Christy,Charla and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter/neice. I met Charla in class at TTC and I know how much she loved your kids. I cannot imagine the pain you are going through but I will pray for you and your family. My heart hurts for everyone who is feeling the pain of your tragic loss. God Bless.

Becky and Brittany Brodka

August 26, 2010

Mr. Keith and family we are sorry for your loss, will keep you in our prayers.

Meagan Nunez Putti

August 26, 2010

Whitney, I remember when we first met and played softball together. Then we went to the lake house.. so much fun!! Then we went to Trident together, never could get any work done with us together... Me and Putti are going to miss you girl. Love you

August 26, 2010

Christy, I don't even know what to say, except that Chuck and I are constantly praying for you, Abby and Adam and your whole family. May God comfort and bless you all. We love you.
Chuck, Page and kids

Rhonda Miller

August 26, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to all of you and i will keep you in my prayers. Rhonda

Michele Platt

August 26, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of the sudden death of Whitney.As a mother, I cannot even imagine the sorrow and anguish of losing a child.
I will pray that our Lord will give you strength and peace.
May God Bless you.

April Brant & Family

August 26, 2010

To the family of Whitney.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My sincere thoughts and prayers go out to you all. May you always cherish wonderful memories and keep them close in your heart. God Bless

Basil Duncan

August 26, 2010

Christy, we are keeping you and your family in our prayers. I will always remember Whitney as having a beautiful smile and easygoing nature; I know you have wonderful memories of her as well to keep yourself strong.

Basil

Elaine Schupp

August 26, 2010

Bill and I are just heartbroken for all of you in this devastating loss of yours. We know how much you loved Whitney and want you to know our hearts and prayers will be with you in the weeks and months ahead.

August 26, 2010

We are so sorry. Our hearts are hurting. We love you and place our arms around you in our thoughts. Kenneth & Juney

Joe and Susan Lain

August 26, 2010

To the Chitwood and Simmons Families: We were very saddened to learn of your granddaughter's death. We know only too well what shock, disbelief and pain you are all suffering at this time. Please accept our deepest condolences, and know that all of you are in our prayers.

Patti Dye-Jarman SHS Class of 80

August 26, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Earnest Winningham Wendy W Lucarelli

August 26, 2010

Mr.Rommie and Family,

Our deepest thoughts go out to you and your family at this time of loss. I never had the chance to meet Whitney, but if she was half the person you are, I know she is a shinning star to Heaven above. We are so sorry for your loss and pray that you make it through these days ahead.
May God be with you and the family.

Greg and Beth Brodka

August 26, 2010

Keith and family Sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.

Davis Family

August 26, 2010

We were so very sad to hear of your loss. We had the wonderful opportunity of meeting Whit through Little Steve and we always had so much fun when we were all together. We are so very sorry to hear the news. Peace be with your family and all of her friends and love ones at this time. Please, if there is anything we can do to help any of you, please don't hesitate to let us know. Our email is [email protected]
Our number 843-797-3420
Joe and Shelby Davis

Billy Branton

August 26, 2010

Keith,
I am so sorry to hear of this tragic loss to you and your family. I have two sons close to your daughters age and I cannot imagine the sense of grief you are suffering. I just want to let you know I am thinking about you and will pray for God to give you strength to continue on with the precious memories of her.

Tracy Leigh

August 26, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family. Worked with Charles & I kmow what kind of person he is, I have no doubt that Whitney was just as special.

phyllis floyd

August 26, 2010

Keith, Christy and Families,
we are so sorry for your loss. You all are in our prayers. May God give you the strength and understanding you will need in the days to come.
Maynard and Phyllis Hoffman Floyd

Lisa Steward-McAlhaney

August 26, 2010

My heart goes out to you at this time. I will remember all of you in thought and prayer. May God be with you in the days to come!

August 26, 2010

Keith and Family. No words can express the loss of a love one, especially your child. I am deeply sadden and you will be in my thoughts and prayers.

-Mary Krems, Gulfort, Mississippi

Beverlie Holcomb

August 26, 2010

Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family on this most difficult time.

Judy Owens Mabry

August 26, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Justin Hotchkiss

August 26, 2010

Im really gonna miss you Whit. Ill keep you in my prayers and will never forget you.

~Justin Hotchkiss

Jenn Cadiz

August 25, 2010

There are no words to express the depth of pain I feel over this...Whitney was my light in the darkness so many times, I will cherish her always...to the Simmons family, many of you I met at one point or another, I am so sorry...to Steven and the Kamyk family, I love you all and I'm so sorry...every memory of us is one of her

Karen Schwendinger

August 25, 2010

You are all in my thoughts at this most difficult time.

Ashley Leslie

August 25, 2010

Whitney,

I miss you.

Kristi Rogers Collins

August 25, 2010

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

August 25, 2010

Keith and Family: Thinking of you with prayers and sympathy. Steve and Lesha Sponaugle (Goose Creek, S.C.)

Matt and Donna Cummings

August 25, 2010

We are deeply saddened to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Summerville High School Class of 1980

August 25, 2010

Keith and Family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of Whitney's death. Please know we each share in your loss and grief and that our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you. May each special memory shine in your heart and bring you peace.
With Our Deepest Sympathy,

Brenda Murdock Thomason

August 25, 2010

Keith and family: my deepest sympathy, my heart breaks for you all. Please know you are all in our prayers.
Brenda Murdock Thomason

Ashley Carr

August 25, 2010

Whitney, you are one the the sweetest girls I have ever met. You were my first friend when I was alone in a new school. Thank you so much for many years of friendship. I know you're here watching over all of us and I love you very much. My thoughts go out to your wonderful family.
All My Love,
Ashley

August 25, 2010

You are in our prayers and thoughts.
Charlie and Lynn McQueeney

Sharon Waters

August 25, 2010

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

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