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Clifford R. Davis "Rick" N. CHARLESTON - Clifford R. "Rick" Davis., age 62, of North Charleston, SC, died peacefully at home surrounded by family on Friday, December 11, 2009. He was born on July 5, 1947, in Elmira NY. Cliff was a decorated military man who faced his illness of pancreatic cancer with "grit and grace." He as a recipient of four Purple Hearts and a paralyzed veteran. He dedicated his time to others through volunteerism, including The Military Order of the Purple Heart. He served his country in the United States Air Force and retired as a Medical Service Supervisor. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. He was a member and Past Master of Franklin Masonic Lodge #96, Scottish Rite, KCCH, York Rite, York Rite College, Red Cross, Sojourners, Knight Mason, Order of the Amaranth, and Omar Shriners. Cliff is survived by his wife: Cheryl "Sherie" Davis of North Charleston SC; daughters: Buffy Heslin (James) of Newport News VA, and Debra Davis of FL; Mother: Juanita Springstead (George) of Elmira Heights NY; father Clifford N. Davis (Marilynn) of Lawrenceville PA; sister: Mary K. Springstead (Edward) of Lowman NY; brother: Gary Davis of Millerton PA; uncle: Donald R. Stamp of Elmira NY; great uncle: Richard Stamp of Elmira NY; niece: Gina Thorne of Saipan; nephews: Kyle Thorne, and Kendal Thorne; sister-in-law: Kathleen Thorne. Funeral will be at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 16, 2009, at Carolina Memorial Funeral Home Chapel, 7113 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston SC 29406. Interment will follow in Carolina Memorial Park, 7113 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston SC 29406. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., on Tuesday, December 15, 2009. The family is gratefully accepting floral tributes, or memorials may be made in Clifford Davis' honor to the Scottish Rite Learning Center, Scottish Rite Temple, P.O. Box 30817, 1051 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. Charleston, SC 29417-0817. FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS HAVE BEEN ENTRUSTED TO THE CARE OF CAROLINA MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, NORTH CHARLESTON. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Dec. 13, 2009.

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James and Joyce Lee

December 22, 2009

Sheri, We have lost one of our Shinning Star. He will be sadly missed by Chapter 1670 Military Order of the Purple Heart. He had a big heart filled with love, happiness, jokes, giving, helping and served above and beyond the call of duty to our country and those he met. He did more in his 62 years than anyone I know. A PROUD MAN WHO MADE PLANS TO HELP AND NO TIME TO REST.

Judy Steele

December 18, 2009

Dear Sherie,

My sympathy and prayers are with you as you mourn Cliff's loss and celebrate his life. Let the arms of friends and the love of God sustain you as you move from day to day towards peace. With love,

Mindy Miley

December 18, 2009

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.

Dollie Bond

December 17, 2009

May God grant you strength during this difficult time. Cherish the wonderful memories and know Cliff is no longer suffering. My sympathy is with you.

Sally Jechura

December 17, 2009

Dear Sherie, Thoughts, prayers and much love to you at this sad time.
In deepest sympathy,

Clara Hodges

December 16, 2009

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

Jeff & Wanda Snyder

December 16, 2009

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

L Annette Van Hannegeyn

December 15, 2009

Sherie and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Weeping may endure for a night but "JOY" cometh in the morning.

L Annette Van Hannegeyn and family
CofC

December 15, 2009

To the Davis Family,
My sincere sympathies to all the family. I know his last few years have been difficult, and at least he is now at peace.
Denny Ciganovic
College of Charleston

December 15, 2009

Mrs. Davis
Please accept our sympathy at this time. we were sadden to hear that you lost your beloved Clifford. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With our deepest sympathy'
Stan & Judy Thornburgh

December 15, 2009

To the family of CLiff Davis, please accept my sincere sympathies at your loss. We all recognize our temporary space in this life, but memories will sustain our traces of life and it's blessings. Cliff exhibited an enduring strength of character and will remain "sweet in our memory".
Sir Knight David M. Lantz, Grand Royal Patron, South Carolina

Prosthetics Department

December 15, 2009

Mrs. Davis,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire Davis family. It was an honor and a pleasure to serve Mr. Davis and we will miss him dearly. May God Bless you and forever keep you in His care.

Barbara Phelps

December 14, 2009

When times are the toughest; that is when you discover how much you are thought of and cared for.
You are held close in so many hearts.
Thinking of you

December 14, 2009

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

Audrey Lisbon

December 14, 2009

I will miss him dearly. Mr. Davis was a wonderful person and a dedicated veteran. He encouraged me a lot while I served him in prosthetics; even during his illness his encouragment and strong determination to stay strong in the Lord will always be remembered. May you hold dear to those memories and God's Blessings to the entire Davis family.

Donald Griggs

December 14, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please know that many people share in your loss. Peace be with you.

Brigitte Lejeune

December 14, 2009

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

December 14, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Jeanne B. and William B. Rogers

December 14, 2009

Cliff was truly an inspiration. I only knew Cliff for a brief period of time, but his determination and strong will left a legacy long to be remembered.

Kent Elkins, Past Grand Master

December 14, 2009

Members and Auxiliary of The Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 465 extends its most heart felt condolences to the Davis Family and Friends.

Jim Blaylock, PNC

herman resch

December 14, 2009

A man who has many friends is a rich man indeed and Cliff was a rich man indeed. May God bless you and keep you.

Emma Chambers

December 14, 2009

Ms. Sherie, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Clifford was always full of life when ever I saw him and please keep the happy times in your thoughts. I will always be remembered as torture Chambers.

Glennis Roseberry

December 13, 2009

Bruce & I send our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time, and well beyond. Cliff was truly an amazing man. Many lives were blessed by his, and yours.

William C. Ware

December 13, 2009

The A. James Dyess Chapter 452/ Auxiliary express our condolences to the love ones and friends of the Davis family. Our prayers are with you.

Joy & Ralph Gerow

December 13, 2009

Dearest Sherie,
Our hearts are breaking with you in the loss of your soul mate. May you find comfort in surrounding yourself with those who love you by sharing fond recollections of special moments and reliving the joys of good times you've had with your sweet Cliff. You have your WOWsie Sisterhood anytime you need us so just know there is always an ear and a hug. If you need me I am here, even if I am 4000 miles away.
Cliff will be missed by so many but I know he'll be but a whisper away for his sweet Sherie.
Our Deepest Sympathies,
With much love and our special WOWsie POWer is sent to you Sherie, to get you through the days ahead. Extra doggie hugs for Tramp too.
Love and HUGS

Emmy Basch

December 13, 2009

Sherie and family - know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time.

Harry McAteer

December 13, 2009

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

Don Burbidge

December 13, 2009

An amazing man to say the least. When Clifford was around you could always hear a good laugh. The way he approched life was an inspiration for others to follow. On May 29, 2009 S.G.I.G. Mike Smith surprised Brother Clifford by a visit to him in the hospital and presenting him his K.C.C.H. award. What a moment that was for all that was there that day to witness the event.

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