Harriet Oram Obituary

Harriet Elaine Oram November 14, 1944 - February 06, 2013 More than a wife, a partner and friend for life. More than a Mother, a nurturer steadfast and true, supporter and up lifter and proud Grandmother too. Known for her smile and gentle spirit, her kindness to all she came in contact with. Never did she have an unkind word; never did she meet a stranger. Her standard answer to "how are you" was "fine". Her legacy will be her unending prayers, for those she knew, for those she didn't know. She prayed for those she would perceive to be in need and those she just met. She was a surrogate mother to two generations of firefighters and EMS personnel, praying for each individual their family and their children She prayed for her church family, for those who requested prayer and those who didn't. She prayed for the children of Grace and for the ministry. She prayed for the missionaries and their families. She knew and prayed for State Representatives and for African pastors working in the bush with no food water or clothing. She was a miracle in the flesh, having outlived all modern medical prognoses. The doctors gave her to the age of 33 years; God gave her to the age of 68 years. The last three weeks of her life she was a living breathing answer to prayer. She was amazing. She was more than a homemaker, she was a prayer warrior and worker used by GOD in this world, as quoted by her son "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith; This verse plasters itself on my thinking as I remember my Mom...she indeed fought the fight of the Christian life, she finished unwaveringly the course The Lord gave her and she truly kept the faith! I can't help but think that Jesus' nailed scarred hands were eagerly waking her in His glorious home. Mrs. Oram was born on November 14, 1944 in Beaufort, SC. She is the daughter of Lucille Black Dyches and the late John Harold Dyches. Surviving in addition to her mother, Lucille of Beaufort, SC; are her husband, John "Johnny" I. Oram of Bluffton, SC; one son, Timothy "Timmy" Oram (Peggy) of Beaufort, SC; one sister, Janet Dyches Harter of Beaufort, SC; five grandchildren and one great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her father, one brother, Gene E. Dyches and one sister, Patricia "Pat" Dyches Carr. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to Grace Community Church Missions, 457 Spanish Wells Road, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926 or Cross Point Church, P. O. Box 3948, Bluffton, SC 29910. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, February 10, 2013 at 3:00pm in Grace Community Church on Hilton Head Island, SC. The family will receive friends on Monday, February 11, 2013 from 5-7pm at Anderson Funeral Home. Graveside funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at 11:00am at Beaufort National Cemetery. Anderson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family. www.andersonfuneralhomebeaufortsc.com

Published by The Island Packet from Feb. 9 to Mar. 9, 2013.
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John & family, Our hearts are sad to hear of Elaine's passing. She truely was an inspiration, her smile and positive attitude never wavering. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss her.

Debbie & John Brown

February 21, 2013

Such an honor to know Elaine. She is one of a kind. I'm thankful God shared her with us. My sympathies to you John and your family. May God give you stregth to get through this. You have many many friends to lean on.

Sandra Blankenship

February 11, 2013

John and family. I feel honored to have had the priviledge of meeting such an awesome child of God. She was one of the strongest women I have ever known. Jimmy and I are thinking of all of you. Love Rainie Steedley

February 11, 2013

I can't help but think of the song Prayer Warrior and Somebodys praying. Elaine helped me and Ted so many times through prayer. Her smile brings one to my face through tears and I am so blessed to have heard her sweet voice telling me she loved me a few hours before she went to be with the Lord. Johnny you both have been a great witness to me and Ted. Your devotion to Elaine was beautiful and we will be lifting you up. We love you friend.

peggy beck

February 9, 2013

Gentle and kind best describe this beautiful lady. Her sweet spirit will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Our condolences to the family.

The Bibauds

February 9, 2013

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