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Jerry Chavis Obituary

Jerry Duane Chavis Sr. IRMO - Funeral services for Jerry Duane Chavis, Sr., 57, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 24, 2013 at Life Springs Worship Center with burial at Woodridge Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 23, 2013 at Caughman-Harman Funeral Home, Lexington Chapel. Mr. Chavis was born on April 10, 1956 in Columbia, SC and passed away on Friday, June 21, 2013. He was the son of Kenneth Chavis, Sr. and the late Blanche McKinney Chavis. Mr. Chavis loved fishing and hunting and was a member of Life Springs Worship Center. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Mr. Chavis is survived by his wife Laura "Pat" Chavis; daughter, Ashley Chavis-Anderson (Jerry); grandchildren, Raleigh and Parker; father, Kenneth Chavis Sr. and stepmother, Carol; brothers, Kenneth Chavis Jr. (Mary Ann), Larry W. Chavis (Cheryl R.) and Stephen Chavis; sisters, Brenda Sturkie (Johnny), Alice Davis and Tracy Chavis; numerous nieces and nephews as well as many other family members and friends. He is predeceased by his son, Duane Chavis and mother, Blanche Chavis. Memorials may be made to Life Springs Worship Center Building Fund, 5630 Platt Springs Road, Lexington, SC 29073. www.caughmanharmanfuneralhome.net

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Published by The State on Jun. 23, 2013.

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Vivian (Ross) Roberson

June 26, 2013

To the Family of Jerry,

I am truly sorry for your loss. Please allow the comforter to support you during this time. My memory goes back to Nazareth PHC and the wonderful time of fellowship and friendship we had. Sister Blanche will be waiting with open arms. Oh the joy that brings.

With Loving memories,

Jimmy Kea

June 25, 2013

My prayers go out to the Chavis family. I knew Jerry from our High School days. God bless his family.

June 25, 2013

My prayers are with the Chavis Family. I knew Jerry from our High School days. God Bless. Jimmy Kea

Terrie and Randy Keisler

June 23, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the
Chavis family. Knowing Jerry has added so many good memories to my life story. He has taught me much about strength and honor. The Keisler family has loved him and will miss him as he enjoys his homecoming.

Johnny Evans

June 23, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

June 23, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Nancy Nunn

June 23, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May the Lord comfort and be with you all.

Please read the poem, "Footprints In The Sand. It helps in times of need.

Love and Prayers
Nancy Nunn

James Cook

June 23, 2013

My thoughts and prayers for the comfort and strength that only that the Lord can provide.

June 23, 2013

Pat you and all the family are in our thoughts and our prayers. Jerry is no longer hurting , we love you.
J&J Griggs

Mary Strickland

June 23, 2013

My deepest sympathy with love to Pat and all the family. Jerry has a special place in heaven.

GEORGE & SANDRA WOOLEY

June 23, 2013

PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY THAT GOD WILL GIVE YOU PEACE AND COMFORT IN THE DAYS AHEAD.

Nicci Mangum

June 23, 2013

Mr. & Mrs. Chavis I am sorry to hear about Jerry. My prayers are with you at this time. I love you Nicci Mangum (I use to live next door to you. The best neighbor anyone could have.

Gwen Stevens

June 23, 2013

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

The Staff of Caughman-Harman Funeral Home

June 23, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Nell

June 22, 2013

To Tracy
Just know my friend your brother is in paradise. I love you and you have my most deepest heartfelt sympathy. Love you always...Nell

Buddy Caples

June 22, 2013

To all the Chavis family my prayers go out to everyone during this time of loss. May God give you comfort and peace in the days ahead. In Christian Love, the Caples family.

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