Name: Visitation for Dr. James Ingrassia
Start: 2017-12-23T15:00:00.000Z
End: 2017-12-23T16:00:00.000Z
Location: McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation - West Ashley Location

Dr. James Ingrassia Charleston - Dr. James R. Ingrassia, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, December 20, 2017 at Hospice of Charleston in Mt. Pleasant, SC. Jim was born on June 18, 1941 in Lorain, Oho, son of the late Angela Markovich Ingrassia and the late Sebastian Ingrassia. He graduated from The Ohio State University with degrees in pharmacy, and a Doctorate in Dentistry. Jim held the rank of Capitan in the US Air Force, and served as a dentist in Austin, Texas. Jim moved to Charleston, SC, to further his education and received his Doctorate of Oral Surgery from MCSC in Charleston, SC. Jim has suffered from Parkinson's disease and other medical problems which resulted in his passing. Jim has resided in various assisted living facilities for the past five years, and was bedridden for the past two years. Prior to entering assisted living, Jim was an avid traveler and enjoyed fine food and wine. Jim was a devout Catholic and a member of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, Charleston, SC. Jim was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Elizabeth Ingrassia; his parents and his brother Keith. Jim is survived by his brother, Alan Ingrassia, of Florida; two nieces and one nephew. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, December 21, 2017, at McAlister-Smith Funeral Home, West Ashley Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, James Island, South Carolina. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cathedral Parish, 120 Broad Street, Charleston, SC 29401. Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted to www.mcalister-smith.com. Arrangements entrusted to McAlister-Smith Funeral Home, West Ashley Chapel, 2501 Bees Ferry Road Charleston, South Carolina, 29414, 843-722-8371. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Dec. 21 to Dec. 22, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for James Ingrassia

5 Entries

Hank Holderfield

January 19, 2018

The OMS family has lost a giant. Jim was not only a great leader for the specialty but loved by all. He fought a courageous battle. May we all face the final curtain with such grace and integrity.

We will miss you my friend.

Hank Holderfield
Executive Director
South Carolina and Southeastern Societies of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons

Kathryn Cox

December 29, 2017

To Dr. Ingrassia's Family:
I was so saddened to read the obit in our paper. There are no words to express my sorrow in the loss of such a fine man and wonderful oral surgeon. He did dental implants for me over 15 years ago and I was so pleased with his manner and his kindness throughout my entire procedure. After he retired I would see him often in Publix and hoped he was able to enjoy some years before his illness took over. It was so sad to see he was bed-ridden his last 2 yrs, this seemed so totally unfair for such a wonderful, generous man. He will be missed by all of us who knew and loved him for his God-given talents to help others such as myself. Rest in Peace we will miss you in Charleston.
Kathryn Cox
Charleston SC

Sandra Pecora

December 27, 2017

Jim will be remembered as a kind and gentle friend. He graduated with my High School Class of 1959, Marion L Steele, In Amherst Ohio.
May he rest in peace and may Father GOD receive him into His Loving arms.

GOD bless you Jim,

Your classmate and friend,

Sandra [Goohs] Pecora

My husband Dr. Albert Pecora and I also were dear friends of your Mother and Father.

Anonymous.

December 23, 2017

I cannot express enough the loss as of such a kind man. A friend to many, especially those in need. To receive dental care for the cost of $10.00? How could he be suc a comforting man? A gift to many, Im sure.

Jeanne Gerhardt

December 22, 2017

My deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Ingrassia. My young daughter was a patient of his many years ago, I remember him being kind and considerate. May his soul rest in peace.

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