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Wallace Arthur Blakely

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Mayer-Ethridge Funeral Home - Georgetown Chapel

222 St. James St.

Georgetown, South Carolina

Wallace Blakely Obituary

Wallace Arthur Blakely Georgetown, SC - Wallace Arthur Blakely, 81, husband of Nan Smith Blakely, died Wednesday, June 15, 2016, at Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital. Mr. Blakely was born in Williamsburg Co. on November 26, 1934, a son of the late William Arthur Blakely and Lola Louise McKnight Blakely. He grew up in the Suttons community of Williamsburg County, graduated from Williamsburg High School, and attended Spartanburg Methodist College. He was a member of Wayne United Methodist Church and served his church as a former choir member, Sunday School Teacher, Certified Lay Speaker, and member of the Administrative Board. Mr. Blakely enjoyed singing and sang at many weddings and funerals. He was also an avid gardener. Mr. Blakely retired as manager of the Georgetown Office of Atlantic Coast Life Insurance Company. He was a Past President of the Life Underwriters Association in Georgetown and a member and Past President of the Georgetown Lions Club. He also was a Past President of the Andrews Jaycees and was a volunteer ambulance driver in Andrews. Mr. Blakely was a mason and member of Winyah Lodge #40, AFM. Surviving in addition to his wife of Georgetown: three daughters; Karen B. Newton (David), Deana B. Crayton (Sammy) of Georgetown and Elizabeth B. Turner (Bee) of Columbia, two brothers; Beverly O. Blakely (JoAnn) of Hanahan and Harold D. Blakely (Helen) of Andrews; five grandchildren; Josh Newton, Sam Crayton, Matt Turner, Ragan Turner, and Christopher Turner; and two great-granddaughters, Rylee Newton and Lily Turner. In addition to his parents, Mr. Blakely was predeceased by: a grandson; Daniel J. Newton; and a brother, Reynold Blakely. Funeral services will be eleven o'clock Friday morning, June 17, 2016, at Wayne United Methodist Church. Officiating will be the Rev. Daniel W. Chamblee. Burial will follow in Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends in the church sanctuary prior to the service on Friday from ten until eleven o'clock. Sign a guest book at: www.mayerfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: Wayne United Methodist Church, 621 Wayne St., Georgetown, SC 29440 or the charity of your choice. The Georgetown Chapel of Mayer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jun. 15 to Jun. 16, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Wallace Blakely

14 Entries

C. J. Graham

June 23, 2016

Nan, Karen, Deana and Elizabeth. Today, I finally got the word of Wallace's passing. I lost a great friend and confident. Wallace and I spent a great deal of time together and I always found his words to be wise and thoughtful in those years. I had the occasion to visit with Wallace during Mom's funeral and I will cherish our last meeting for as long as I'm alive. He was a gentleman to the end and my life is better having known him. God bless Wallace Blakely, a true man of his time. I wish I could have flown back from Iraq for the funeral, but as you know, it's a little difficult. Please accept Angelique and my deepest heartfelt condolences.

Mayor and City Council of Hanahan

June 22, 2016

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your loved one. Your family is in our thoughts and in our prayers. Mayor Minnie Newman and Hanahan City Council: Kevin Cox, Mike Dyson, Dan Owens, Jeff Chandler, Joel Hodges and Michael Sally.

M/M Doug Mercer

June 20, 2016

Ms. Nan & girls, We hope it comforts you to know that your grief is shared by all of us who knew Mr. Wallace. He was a wonderful man and he will be sorely missed. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Doug & Mary 1 Peter 5:10

Joel & Brend Blakely

June 18, 2016

NAN Our thoughts and Prayers are with you.

June 17, 2016

Nan, bless you and your children and each member of your family at this time of Wallace's passing. Wallace lived an extraordinary life as a leader for his family and his community. Aunt Louise and Uncle Arthur gave birth to and raised a fine son who made outstanding life contributions. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you today and going forward. Love, Sylvia Trembley

Dick and Mary Abrams

June 16, 2016

May God comfort and sustain you during this difficult time in your lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

W.B. Avant

June 17, 2016

We just heard about the loss of Beverly's brother. Please let him know that we are very sorry. Your whole family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, W.B. and Susan Avant

Harriette Davis

June 16, 2016

Nan, We have many fond memories of Mr. Blakely singing when the three churches would gather. We send our heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. Please know you are in our prayers. Fondly, Frankie and Harriette Davis

Kathy Jones

June 16, 2016

Dearest Nan and family, Gil and I extend our deepest sympathy for your loss. Wallace is with his heavenly Father. We will keep you in our prayers. All our love to you and your family, Gil & Kathy

Tolbert

June 16, 2016

Sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort, comfort you during this most difficult time.

Jeff Ward

June 16, 2016

Thoughts and Prayers

June 16, 2016

Thoughts & Prayers

Jeff Ward

Barbara Morris

June 16, 2016

Nan and children, I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that you will be strong and cherish your memories. Wallace had such a beautiful voice. I'm sure the saints are rejoicing! My love to you all,Barbara Morris

Kay James

June 15, 2016

I am so sorry to hear about Elizabeth's father's passing. Your family will be in my prayers. God bless each of you. Love to all, Kay James

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