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Hugh Singleton Obituary
Charleston
Hugh David Singleton, 49, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2013. A Celebration of David's Life will be held Tuesday, July 23, 2013, in the Grace Episcopal Church, 98 Wentworth Street at 11:00 am. Interment will be held privately later. The family will receive friends Sunday, July 21, 2013, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL.
David was born July 15, 1964 in Conway, South Carolina, son of Ronald Singleton and Vivian Spencer Singleton. He graduated from The College of Charleston and went on to earn a Masters in Education from The University of South Carolina. He was an Event Logistics Coordinator with the Historic Charleston Foundation. David was a faithful member of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, the oldest free Episcopal Church in America, where he served on the Vestry, and was a former Senior Warden, served as a Lay Reader and was a member of the Flower Guild. He was a gifted gardener and had a deep love of nature. David loved all of life, and was involved with the ASPCA, and the Wildlife Federation. In addition to his role at the Historic Charleston Foundation, he was the owner of EventSublime, Flowers and Events Planning. Locally, he has spoken and presented at The Charleston Fall Floral Show and multiple garden clubs, the Gibbes Museum's Ladies' Auxillary, and the Historic Charleston Foundation's Houses and Gardens Special Event Series. He was an exhibitor for various shows in the Gibbes Museum of Art, Operation Team Smile, and the Charleston Garden Show. His amazing sense of humor endeared him to all, and his passion for the history of Charleston and all things Lowcountry was always evident.
He is survived by his parents, Ronald and Vivian Singleton of Conway, SC; his sister, Jennifer Singleton and her partner, Robin Gibson of Cornelius, NC; and his brother, Greg Singleton of Springfield, VA. David is also survived by his nieces, Ashlee Singleton and her husband, Brennan Gilligan of Manassas, VA, and Wallis Singleton of Manassas, VA; and his beloved cats, Cindy and Boo Boo.
Memorials may be made in David's name to the Historic Charleston Foundation, 40 East Bay Street, Charleston, SC 29401.
A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Hugh Singleton
Paul and Sharon Day
July 22, 2013
Dear Singleton Family;
David was a dear friend to our son Paul. We had the pleasure of meeting David and knowing him as a friend to our son. He was always so warm and pleasant.
Our hearts are heavy for all of you and you are in our prayers.
Please accept our deepest sympathy and know that you will see him again.
Lynn Guerrant
August 5, 2013
Vivian and Ronald,
Steve and I are so sorry for your loss. We have missed seeing you and spending time with you at Buffalo Camp. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve and Lynn Guerrant
Bettie Singleton Bennett
July 26, 2013
Dear Ronald and Vivian, my heart aches for you for the sudden loss of David. James sent me the Obituary. I was glad to know he took after the don't boys' humor. All tell such funny stuff. May you find peace in your grief. Love to all the family. Your first cousin, Bettie
Michelle Howard
July 24, 2013
David made me laugh at CofC when we were in APO in the '80s and he made me laugh the last time I saw him - which was not long ago. The news of his death has shocked me and my sincerest sympathies are with his family and close friends. I am very sure those in heaven with David are slapping their thighs and laughing with him now.
Rosanne Wray
July 23, 2013
What a dear man David was...he will be so missed by all of us who worked with him. His spirit lives on in the beauty of Charleston. I send you a hug, David.
Roger Cansler
July 23, 2013
Remembered Well!
Lisa Harrington
July 23, 2013
Prayers that the wonderful comments written by so many individuals give comfort at this very sad time. It is obvious David is a very special person and loved by all who were blessed to meet him.
July 23, 2013
My condolences to David's family. I greatly enjoyed knowing and working with him when he was at the College and in several of his later work.
Denny Ciganovic, C of C
Allison Futrell
July 23, 2013
With deepest sympathy for the Singleton families, friends, and classmates.
Clara Hodges
July 22, 2013
David was such a wonderful and warm-hearted person. I enjoyed his wonderful smile and his calm demeanor when he worked at the College of Charleston. . I will miss seeing him around. Rest in Peace, my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Minister Bill Simmons, Sr.
July 22, 2013
To: The Singleton Family
It is with deepest sympathy that I send these words of condolences. How would I sum up my Classmate from CHS 1982? He was jovial, kind, and smart. We will miss him. May God Strengthen and Keep You All...
Minister Bill Simmons, Sr.
July 22, 2013
To: The Singleton Family
It is with the deepest sympathy that I send these words of condolences... David was my classmate from High School and was just full of fun and not to mention smart... He is missed and will not be forgotten. May God strengthen you all...
Pristine Aericko
July 22, 2013
Love and healing thoughts for David's family and friends. I will treasure our friendship memories forever. Such a dear angel gone too soon.
Annette Ramos
July 22, 2013
David you are an inspiration of a true gentleman.I know you are looking down on us & smiling. Thank you for all the hugs & joy in your face.Blessings & prayers to your family.
Tessa Edmondson
July 22, 2013
Dear Ronald and Vivian,
Our sincere sympathy to you and your family in the death of your son, David. May his love and memories live on with every flower you see. God Bless you during this time.
Mary R. Graham Lundry,
John Graham
Tessa Graham Edmondson
Jeffrey Bannon
July 21, 2013
If Life is a banquet....Then David Feasted! I will miss my dear freind!
Jeffrey Bannon
July 21, 2013
If Life is a banquet...David Feasted! I will miss my dear freind so much!
Jorge Nieves-Rodriguez
July 21, 2013
A passion for Charlestonian history and architecture sparked a delightful conversation when Bryan and Edward introduced me to David. Will certainly miss that and his positive radiance.
Susan Huggins
July 21, 2013
David was always smiling. He never met a stranger. He had a wonderful zeal for life and you couldn't help but like him. I met him as a student at the College of Charleston, and he immediately became a friend. I am heartbroken over his sudden passing. Prayers for his family.
Ethell Richardson
July 21, 2013
Vivian, Very sorry for the loss of your son.
Becky Schochenmaier
July 21, 2013
David was an integral part in making my wedding such a lovely and joyful event. I really enjoyed working with him and I send my prayers to his family and friends.
Rhonda and Graham Etherden
July 21, 2013
We were so very sorry to hear of your loss and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Darrell Weaver
July 21, 2013
David, brought beauty with his life and touched all who knew him. Prayers and condolences for the family in this time.
Lu Betti
July 21, 2013
Family and friends of David- I'm not telling you anything you don't already know. David was a geniune kind hearted man. It's all of our loss but heaven's gain.
July 21, 2013
I will cherish the times I spent with David in College, and the delight I took when I would see him around town. What a great man, what a kind man...he will be missed. My sincere condolences to his family. Missy Fleck
Paul Gee
July 21, 2013
David was such a kind and generous person with a wonderful sense of humor. We first met as college students in the 80s. In the intervening years, he was always so polite and nice when we would run into each other. He will be missed as a fine gentleman.
Mario Palma
July 21, 2013
My respects and prayers for his loved ones. I know God has his light in a very special place.
Andy & Beverly Bass
July 21, 2013
We regret to hear of David's passing. We will continue to remember you in prayer.
Laura Schroeder
July 21, 2013
God bless you and your family. I was truly moved by your obituary. What a beautiful life and spirit.
Kendal Buckendahl
July 21, 2013
A Southern Gentleman in the truest sense of the word! A tragic loss of a precious soul! I will miss your amazing perspective on life, love and the pursuit of all things honorable and true! You will be missed.
July 21, 2013
We only met David a few times when we were in Charleston, but we have fond memories of a truly perfect and funny gentleman, we wont forget you David .
Kevin and Neil , IPSWICH, ENGLAND.
John Liberatos
July 21, 2013
No one ever said anything but kind words about David. He was that type of person. He had a good heart, a quick wit and was willing to be a good friend to anyone who wanted. He will be greatly missed. A sad loss for us all.
July 21, 2013
Saundra Lewis
Tony Castelli
July 21, 2013
Oh, how I will miss the smile of David Singleton! He brightened every event and ecounter with his genuine smile, "hello" and hug.
CofC at evening under the oaks
Kirk Kilgore
July 20, 2013
Prayers and hugs to your family; you were a prince of a man. Thank you for your everlasting contributions to The College and community we all love. - kjk
frederick Baldwin
July 20, 2013
I am very new to Charleston and within a few weeks was asked to preach at St. Stephen's. After my sermon, David came up with such warm and welcoming comments I no longer felt a stranger. David lives on every time we too welcome the stranger, encourage the timid, and give joy to the sad...because that is what he did.
Dee Hope
July 20, 2013
David was one of the kindest, gentlest souls on this Earth...I am so shocked and saddened. We met at CofC years ago and he continued his friendship years past, which was David's nature. My deepest sympathies to his family for the loss of such a wonderful human being.
Brooke Hallman
July 20, 2013
I will always remember the many pranks we played on each other and our suite mates at C of C. I am so thankful for all your kindness and the joy you brought into my life. You were am amazing person and touched so many people in so many ways through your love of life and just being your wonderful self. I will miss you so much much but am comforted to know your spirit and many memories will always be with me.
May peace be with you ways.
Mindy Miley
July 20, 2013
David and I worked together at CofC. I will never forget his laughter and kindness. I will miss my friend and never forget his smile. My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Karen McKenzie
July 20, 2013
You were one of the kindest men I knew. Your love for life was always shinning. You will be missed!
Keri Butler
July 20, 2013
Jennifer and Robin I am saddened by your loss of David. Know that my prayers are with you. God surely is holding you close and cherishing David.
Phillis Mair
July 20, 2013
Sending love and strength to the Family of David Singleton. I met David as a student at the College Of Charleston and he helped me get through it all. I would not have successfully graduated had it not been for David's help. I was fortunate to reconnect with him a few years ago where I thanked him for his help. I was blessed to know him. May his friends and family find comfort in their memories. Peace and Love.
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