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Megan Deaton Obituary

Megan Gore Deaton SUMTER - Megan Gore Deaton, 30, died suddenly at her home on Tuesday, September 3, 2013. Born February 19, 1983, in Marion County, SC, she was a daughter of Albert C. and Denise Daniel Gore, Jr. Megan was an avid Clemson Tiger and Philadelphia Eagles fan and she loved her four-legged friend "Bella." Other than her parents of Tabor City and Murrells Inlet, Megan is survived by her devoted husband, William E. "Bill" Deaton of Sumter; beloved son, William Columbus "Cole" Deaton; sister, Wendy Williams; sister-in-law, Donna Jackson; aunts, Karla Elliott and Pamela Collins; uncles, Trevor Gore and Maurice Joe Hawes; lifelong best friend, Mary Catherine Arthur; and father-in-law, Donald Deaton. She was predeceased by her maternal grandparents, Ed and Olivia Daniel; paternal grandparents, Emma and Albert C. Gore, Sr., and mother-in-law, Joann Marie Deaton Funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, September 8 in the Lee Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Cole Deaton Educational Fund, c/o any First Citizens Bank of South Carolina. A message of condolence may be sent to [email protected]. Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

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Published by The State on Sep. 7, 2013.

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September 9, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Patrick and Hether Enzor

Bracey

September 9, 2013

May God give you and your family peace and strength, Bill. Prayers for you all.

Fran Walker

September 9, 2013

My prayers and thoughts are with all of you

Beth Ann Young

September 8, 2013

Bill and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I am praying for you and your family. May the Lord give you comfort and peace.
Beth Ann (Underwood) Young

Elaine Winburn-Anderson

September 7, 2013

Denise & Al, I am so sorry to learn of your loss. The loss of a child is the hardest thing we ever have to face. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you face this. May God hold you both and her husband in his loving arms and give you peace.



Megan

September 7, 2013

Bill, you and Cole are in our thoughts and prayers. May the support of family and friends help you through this difficult time. Pat and Stan Wilk

Kelly Jordan

September 7, 2013

Megan, you will be truly missed! RIP sweet girl! Bill and family, I am sorry for your loss of your sweet Megan. She touched many lives during her 30 years on earth and will never be forgotten. Ya'll will be in my prayers!

September 7, 2013

Bill, we are so saddened to hear of Megan's passing. She was a beautiful person with a kind heart and wonderful smile. You and Cole are in our thoughts and prayers.

Charlie and Darlene Bittner

September 7, 2013

Bill, we are so saddened to hear of Megan's passing. She was a beautiful person with a kind heart and wonderful smile. You and Cole are in our thoughts and prayers.

Mary Joy Cannon

September 7, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

September 7, 2013

Denise and family you are in our thoughts and prayers. Its so hard to understand why and I know we aren't to question Gods wishes. I love you Denise and we'll continue to pray and will see you soon. Your Friends In Christ, Lynne&Benny

Walter J. Dean

September 7, 2013

We are so saddened by the news of your loss. We have known Megan all of her life. She was such a beautiful soul that everyone loved. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers now and in the days ahead.

Walter J. Dean

September 7, 2013

We are so saddened by the news of your loss. We have known Megan all her life. She was such a beautiful soul and everyone loved her. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers now and in the days ahead.
The family of Walter J. Dean (Fairmont, NC)

Thomas & Michelle Harrington

September 7, 2013

Bill, please know that we are thinking about you and keeping your family in our prayers. We were so very sad to hear this tragic news. Our love to you and your family.

Evelyn Whitmire

September 7, 2013

I am very sorry to hear of Megan's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Billy, if there is anything I can do let me know. I hope your dad is doing well. Your mother was very dear to me.

Pat & Belinda Harris

September 7, 2013

Our hearts go out to you. We're asking God to carry you through this trajic time. With love and prayers, Pat and Belinda Harris.

Teresa Irene Elvington

September 7, 2013

The Elvington family from Nichols was saddened to learn of your loss.

1st dollar Meggie & I ever made & signed "tarbending" (bartending) at Smokey Bones :)

Chrissi Jahrling

September 6, 2013

Meggie-Pie you've touched my heart & have given me so many pricelessly fun memories to cherish always! Your amazing spirit, genuine heart, contagious smile, & sweet soul will never be forgotten. Thank you for being my friend & for always warming my heart, both at work & outside of work. I'll always keep the 1st dollar we ever made bartending (or as we used to call it, "TARBENDING") together at Smokey Bones. God bless you & your family, as y'all will remain in my prayers always. Love you, Sweet Girl!!!

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