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1959

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2024

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William Ravenel Obituary

William Ravenel SUMMERVILLE - William Ravenel, beloved son of Louise Rodgers Ravenel Dougherty and Arthur Ravenel, Jr. went to join them in heaven on March 15, 2024, from his home at the Coastal Center in Ladson. His Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at the French Huguenot Church, 136 Church Street, at 11:00 am. Interment, French Huguenot Church. The family will receive friends at 44 Queen Street, immediately following the service. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Downtown Chapel. William was born January 23, 1959, with Downs Syndrome. He was a loving, playful, joyful gentleman throughout his entire life. He was a leading change maker for the developmentally disabled, inspiring his parents to start pre-schools, camps, and activities of all sorts which had been previously denied them. He even inspired the founding of the Coastal Center and The Protection and Advocacy Agency for people like him. He is survived by his siblings, Suzanne C. Ravenel, Arthur Ravenel III (Heidi) Renee Ravenel Brockinton (Harvey), Eva Ravenel and Thomas J. J. Ravenel; his uncles, Edward Ravenel (Patty), James B. Rodgers (Sue), John C. Rodgers (Elizabeth), Sandy Bee (Mary Ann); aunt Ann Rodgers; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. William's family would like to recognize and thank all of his wonderful caregivers at Coastal Center. He loved you all. As William would say, "Hallelujah!!" Memorials may be made to Disability Rights South Carolina, 3710 Landmark Drive, Suite 208, Columbia, SC 29204, (disabilityrightssc.org). A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Mar. 16 to Mar. 17, 2024.

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Katie Tyson

April 12, 2024

I am sorry to hear that William ravenel pass away he used to be ms.kelly with me from friend Katie how did he died

Lauri Ray

March 31, 2024

So very sorry for such a beloved member of your family. What a blessing he surely must have been.
Treasure those precious memories.

Abby Abrams

March 26, 2024

Deeply sorry for your loss. Much respect to your families love and support for William. May his memory be a blessing.

Laura McGuckin Steinhauer

March 21, 2024

I´m so sorry to hear of your loss . I remember so well giving William piggy back rides down the dirt road in Parkwood Heights . He was so full of joy !
Prayers for your family
Laura McGuckin Steinhauer

Patti Newman

March 20, 2024

I'm so sorry to hear of William's passing. I have good memories of hearing him shout out "Happy Birthday" joyously at church whenever birthdays were announced. Prayers for the family.

Leslie Logan Taylor

March 20, 2024

To the Ravenel family, I offer my heart condolences on the passing of William. It was my honor and pleasure to serve as his advocate for many years, during my tenure at Coastal Regional Center. Beloved William had an infectious sense of humor, and joy of life that will be one of my fondest memories! Thank you for in trusting the precious gift of William to our care, and now we release him to the care of the Heavenly Father.
Sincerely, Leslie Logan Taylor
(Retired Service Coordinator)

Frank Bonner

March 19, 2024

Dear Ravenel Family,
We are very remorseful to learn of William´s passing. William was a one-of-a kind gentleman whom we will miss immensely.
Frank and Martha Bonner

Mary Lu Price

March 19, 2024

Eva and Ravenel family,
I am saddened to learn of this loss for your family. Keeping y'all in my prayers.
Mary Lu Price

Riddell Perry

March 18, 2024

I am sorry for the loss in the family. May you all find peace at this difficult time.

Darienne Adams

March 18, 2024

I know that you loved him very much Thomas.

We send our love and prayers.

Darienne and Tina Adams

M. Elaine Proctor

March 17, 2024

Thomas and Family, so deeply sorry at the loss of your brother William. Have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. May your faith ease your loss. God Bless.

Thomas Ravenel

March 16, 2024

Thomas Ravenel

March 16, 2024

Thomas Ravenel

March 16, 2024

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