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Richard Solvey Obituary

Richard "Rick" J. Solvey COTTAGEVILLE, SC - The relatives and friends of Richard and Rhonda Solvey are invited to attend the Funeral Service for the former on Sunday, November 25, 2012 at 4:00 PM from the chapel of James A. McAlister Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 4:00 PM on Sunday, just prior to the service. Final Interment will be private. Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to the Shriner's Hospital for Children, PO Box 31356, Tampa, FL, 33631. Condolences can be sent to www.jamesamcalister.com. JAMES A. McALISTER Funerals & Cremation, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC 29407. (843) 766-1365 Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Nov. 24 to Nov. 25, 2012.
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Today is your birthday my Love. I miss you so much and my heart aches to be near you. Happy Birthday until we meet again.

ALL MY LOVE, Rhonda

November 19, 2015

I will miss you shipmate USS Camden AOE-2
see you on the other side brother.

Ray Bruce

May 21, 2014

Well, You got a new Grand daughter but I know you already know. She is beautiful and I wish you where her with me to share in the joy! I love you always.

July 31, 2013

Happy 6th Anniversary Baby! I love and miss you so much. Wish you where here with me. It's cold out and I can't seem to get warm.

All my love,
Rhonda

January 19, 2013

The American Red Cross of Carroll,Harrison & Tuscarawas Counties send our deepest sympathy in the loss of a True Hero we wish to say "Thank You"for his Past Service to Our Country.

January 9, 2013

Happy New year baby! Trying very hard to see the year ahead and what it holds. My heart is still hurting and I want you here with me, holding me and telling me everything is gonna be alright.
I Love you,
Rhonda

January 2, 2013

December 25, 2012

Richard,
Merry Christmas my Love.

I feel you all around me. Watch over me and our kids and Grand children. Make a joyful noise for you are with Jesus.

I'm trying hard to celebrate your life and the Holidays. I just miss you so much. Keeping the faith.

I'm so grateful that you came into my life and will forever be. We made each other very happy.

Saying the words...
Good night Babe. I Love You!
Sweet Dreams.

I Love You Forever and Ever.
Rhonda

December 24, 2012

December 23, 2012

December 23, 2012

Richard,
Merry Christmas my love.
Good night Baby. Sweet Dreams
I will see you later.
I LOVE YOU!!!!
Rhonda

December 23, 2012

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December 23, 2012

Before this book closes, I would like to say that I knew Rick for a very long time. We had three children together. Jerri, Jamie and Justin. I am so thankful to him for giving me three beautiful children. I can see many different traits of him in each of them. We had good times and we had our bad times but the times we shared with the children are priceless. Just know that he is with God and talking every ones ear off, that has passed on before him. I know that you all have a guardian angel looking down on you always, his children and grandchildren, Jonas, Burch III and Silas, and he will be in their hearts and yours forever. Rhonda, Jerri, Jamie and Justin, Jesse may you find peace in the memories you have of him in the days and weeks to come. If you ever need to talk, I am here for you.
Rest in Peace Rick.

Leslie Frank

December 21, 2012

December 21, 2012

Just wanted to say, before these pages close, that we loved Rick very much. He was brought into our lives by Jerri, our daughter-in- law, and we spent a lot of good times with him. The most time was the week we spent with he and Rhonda and Damon, Jerri, and Jonas in Manatee, on The Outer Banks two summers ago. We had so much fun and he really kept us laughing a lot. His smile and laughter are what I will remember the most and how much he loved his children and grandchildren. I know he will be a special guardian angel to Jonas and Silas and Burch, his three little grandsons , and always be with Jerri, Jamie , and Justin. Rhonda, thank you for making him so happy these last few years that he had here on earth- he was needed in heaven, but he'll be with you always. And I am forever thankful to him for giving us such a wonderful "daughter". And we promise to be there for her, whenever and whatever she needs . I know Damon loved him too and he had to be the rock for Jerri and the kids. He's already watching over you too, as the wreck before the funeral is proof- I know he must've been there. I'm finding tears running down my face as I write this so I'm going to stop , but know that I (we) LOVE you all and we are so sorry. Sue Stewart

Sue Stewart

December 21, 2012

Rhonda, Our love, thoughts and prayers are flowing your way to bring comfort to you and your family. Richard was such a gentleman with the a huge heart. Richard had the biggest heart and never met a stranger he loved life. He was family man full of genuine love and happiness all the time and wanted to the same for everyone. He truly loved his life. You were the apple of his eyes. Heaven just received a wonderful soul. Please know I am only a phone call aways. I pray Gods wraps his loving arms around you to give you some peace in the days, weeks, months and years. God bless you my friend

Diana Potts

December 21, 2012

Jamie & Family,
My heart goes out to y'all losing a loved one so close to the holidays is the hardest thing ever! I know I lost my mother before Christmas last year. But it being so unexpected I don't know as much! All I can say is stay strong live his memory and pass it on to all the kiddos... present and in the future! I pray for peace and comfort and pray that you can enjoy the holiday even through the hard times.. It will get better but I cant say it will get 100% cause I know I still struggle! I don't know the rest of you just Jamie, but if you need anything please let us know. Love ya Jamie and BIG BIG HUGS!

Ryan Leinster

December 20, 2012

I am so sorry for your family's loss. My heartfelt sympathy to all of you. God Bless you and may He comfort you as only he can.

Denise Gilham-Krankovich

December 19, 2012

December 19, 2012

Debbie Fowler

December 18, 2012

Jerri, Jamie, and Justin,
I only met your dad the one time at Jerri's wedding. I saw where you all got your fun loving spirit. The fact that the three of you are such awesome people really says a lot about your dad and the way you were raised. Stick together and continue to be the wonderful people you are. That is probably the best way to honor your dad. Your kids will love you for it!
Kate Lewis

Kate Lewis

December 14, 2012

Jamie Stokes

December 14, 2012

Jamie Stokes

December 14, 2012

Jamie Stokes

December 14, 2012

Jamie Stokes

December 14, 2012

Jamie Stokes

December 14, 2012

Jamie Stokes

December 14, 2012

Jamie Stokes

December 14, 2012

Jamie Stokes

December 14, 2012

In the days that have passed since my Dad has had his accident, great memories have brought me to tears.
I'd like to share a few, there was a time where every Christmas came around he would encourage us to make Christmas cookies/and he had to make his pies. His favorite cookies to make were raisin filled and his favorite pies were(pronunciation) coco-nut crehm phi & Punkin' Phi. I wasn't very fond of the raisin filled but I'll tell ya what, they're sounding pretty darn good right now!
ha ha
I always called him every Monday when I went to play Texas Holdem. We would just talk about what's been going on lately.
His love for Penguins and for ICE CREAM; The Ocean; babies; will be here forever! There was never a flavor of ice cream he didn't like. I remember him telling me, that he told his doctor that he was on a diet. Because he didn't cut back on ice cream but....he added fruit to it.ha ha I had the pleasure of spending almost a whole day at the Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl in Boston this past June. At one point of the "Scooper Bowl" I had MORE cups than he did! I remember looking at him and counting bowls against how many he had, WE really COULD NOT believe how many cups I had compared to him. So he had to EAT MORE ICE CREAM! Which was really no problem. I was ready to go, but we stayed a while longer so that he could get a hat from a particular ice cream brand. I believe the ice cream was called " HOLY COW" It was pretty delicious.
What I will miss the most is his smile; his scent; his toes (my immediate family knows what I mean)his hugs & kisses; The way he shook his belly when he hugged me. His love for my son. His little jokes that sometimes took me a while to get. His military talks with my husband, that half the time I didn't understand a word they said. When I asked for an explanation, I still didn't understand.
He was an awesome father, was always there when you needed him. I could talk to him about anything, always.
I'm going to miss him so much, but I know he is watching over me and my family & friends from the heavens. He's up there with so many other GREAT people I've missed already. So I know he's in great hands!
I'd like to share the ironic things that have happened since he has gone: 1.His favorite movie has played on t.v. League of Their own ( I haven't seen that movie played on t.v. EVER.)
2. I had a dream about him a few days ago & there was a Tori Amos song involved in the dream. When Rhonda and I went out for lunch, That same Tori Amos song played. (TORI IS NEVER PLAYED IN RESTAURANTS!)
3. I've never seen so many people besides my Dad want Ice Cream. My husband and his immediate family, have been eating ice cream almost every night. :)

I could go on, and on and on- For-evvveerrr. Although, I would be taking up all the pages in this guest book.
So I will end this with.
I love you Dad, for eternity.
Love you Always,
Your Little Girl.
Jamie Rae. AKA: Namie.

Jamie Stokes

December 14, 2012

My deepest heartfelt sympathy for Rhonda, Jamie and family. You are in our prayers. May God continue to give you strength and pleasant memories get you through these tough times.

Sherri Gilliland

December 13, 2012

My heart and thoughts are with you all everyday. I know how much you miss him and can't seem to grasp the thought that it's true. Losing someone you Love so much and so suddenly is never easy to understand. We are heartbroken for the loss of a wonderful kind man who helped so many on his travels but most of all for a precious family member who can never be replaced. I pray for each of you everyday to find comfort in his memory and love.

Sid & Debbie Fowler

December 13, 2012

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Casey Niggemyer

December 13, 2012

We say “I love you” just about every day. Sometimes the words are whispered as we fall asleep at night; sometimes they are spoken at the end of a phone call or accompanied by a quick kiss as we rush out the door. The words are always there, but sometimes we forget to think about how much they really mean.

Every time you hear me say those three little words, I want you to remember that they're coming from the bottom of my heart.

I want you to remember that I love you for everything you are and for everything I am with you. I want you to remember that you're the best person I've ever known and I feel so lucky to have you in my life. I want you to remember that true love is forever and there is no love truer than the love I feel for you. I want you to remember that you're the most wonderful thing that has ever happened to me.

My happy ending, my dream come true, my friend and my love all wrapped up in one.
I love you Baby,
Love Richard

Richard found this at a truck stop while he was working OTR (over the road) passing thru Vegas about a year ago. He was missing me and mailed it so the post mark would have Las Vegas.(For those of ya'll that don't know,we where married in Vegas at Graceland Chapel, By Elvis.) I wanted to share it with you. These three words are very powerful and take on an even deeper meaning for me now.

The last words we said to one another where. “Night, I love you Baby”. And he always ended with “Sweet dreams”, whether he was with me or out on the road.

God sent his angels to take my Richard home. Changed my life forever. Richard is my TRUE LOVE, MY EVERYTHING. My heart is hurting and broken. I can't see my way and I am so lost without you. But know this Richard, I will make it through this with our faith, family and friends supporting us. You know I have the will and the love to continue your legacy with our children and grandchildren.

Your request was honored to be returned to the sea.
Fair winds and following seas my love.

I will always love you and I will see you later!!!
I LOVE YOU

Rhonda Dudley Solvey

December 12, 2012

I love u cousin.. and our jokes on facebook... you always liked to pick at me...fly with the Angels

Tiffany

December 7, 2012

Daddy,

I love you. I miss you. I will see you again. Love, Jerri

Jerri Stewart

November 28, 2012

My deepest heartfelt sympathy goes out to Rhonda, Roger, and the family at this tragic time. I pray that you can find comfort in knowing he's at peace now. May God bless you all.

Theresa Hensley

November 28, 2012

I am still in shock that my brother was taken away from us so suddenly! We are so glad we shared life together and cherish the moments with our kids and families. He is in heaven with our loved ones and God's angels laughing and joking around with old friends.He sure could spread the joy and look to the positive side of life when others were hurting. Thank you for being our brother,we will miss seeing you but our memories will stay with us till we meet again in God's arms.xoxoxo Romans 12:22-29 read for comfort.

Mardi Edwards

November 28, 2012

May God send his mightiest of Angels to wrap you in their wings and give you the strength, courage, peace and understanding that you will so desperately seek in the days and weeks to come. May you never forget through our precious Lord, that ALL things are possible. I pray that G_d will open wide the gates of Heaven to welcome your husband Richard, may he rest in peace.
Godspeed to my dearest, sweetest friend, my sister, I love you Rhonda D.

Rhonda Weatherford

November 26, 2012

Rhonda, Nancy and I are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Paul Schwartz

November 26, 2012

In Loving Memory of my Cousin Richard Solvey , he is now in the loving arm's of Jesus.. And sitting with my Daddy and Momma being his wonderful, Funny, loving Self..

We love you and will miss you so much!! ?

Kennette

November 25, 2012

My God receive you and bless your family.

Mark McCullough

November 25, 2012

Rhonda, So sorry to hear of your loss. It has been many years...may all your memories help you though this. God Bless you and your family.

Marie Southwell-Seabrook

November 25, 2012

I just want to send my sincerest sympathy to Rick's family. It was an honor and a privilege to count Rick as a friend. Though I hadn't seen him for years his untimely passing still hurt me very deeply. May God grant you his strength and comfort at this trying time.

Michael Spiker

November 25, 2012

Our sincere sympathies to all of you.
God Bless
Tom & Gail Dennis
Andy & Karen Dennis & family
Ginger Hardesty and family

November 24, 2012

Rhonda we have been through so many things together in our life's this is by far the hardest. Know that Richard made an impact on so many life's and he will be sadly missed. I love you my Cousin, My Sister and most of all my friend.

Tina Bayne-Green

November 24, 2012

My deepest sympathies... My prayers are with you all..

Deborah Lee

November 24, 2012

I served in the Navy with Rick He had a heart of gold I remember one time in the Philippines Rick took some kid off the streets bought him some ice cream and then bought him something to eat and then gave him some money

Ron Mantle

November 24, 2012

As you morn the loss of your loved one, We just wanted you to know he will surely be missed. Not only was he a fantastic Father or proud Grandpa but he was a terrific friend as well.

Pete & Patricia Nimick

November 24, 2012

My deepest sympathies during this period. My prayers are for all of you, may the Lord bless you and keep you.

Kevin Holt

November 24, 2012

God Bless you & your family.

~Rachael Reeves

November 24, 2012

Prayers going out to all of you .... May you Rest In Peace Rick .... this is so sad ... you will be missed by all who knew you !!!!

Lydia McCluskey

November 24, 2012

Our prayers are with you now. Thinking of you in this time of sorrow. We love you. Kenny and Penny Linder.

November 24, 2012

You and your family are in our hearts & prayers. So sorry for your loss. God bless.

Sandy & Allen Melcher

November 24, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Michael, Lorrie, Danielle, and Nathan Wauthier

November 24, 2012

New angels in heaven are needed every day, your dad is one of those new angels looking down at you and your beautiful family. We are truly sorry for your loss. We love you all....the Heffrons, the Rushkowskis and the Swansons

Mindy Heffron

November 24, 2012

May light shine on your hearts,and in them in the days to come.

bonnie henry

November 24, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Alicia Radkta

November 24, 2012

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. All my love , Paula

Paula Brown

November 24, 2012

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