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Herbert Wilcox Obituary
Entered into eternal rest on the morning of Saturday, September 3, 2011, Herbert "Herbie" Wilcox, husband of Joan Dixon Wilcox. Residence, Mt. Pleasant, SC. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert "Herbie" Wilcox are invited to attend the funeral services of the former, Tuesday, September 6, 2011 at 11:30 a.m. in St. Matthews Lutheran Church. Interment, Bethany Cemetery. Friends may call at The Citadel Alumni House Renken Hall on Monday from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at 171 Moultrie Street, Charleston, SC.
Herbie was born on November 24, 1929 in Charleston, SC, the son of J. Edward Wilcox, Sr., and Nissie Culclasure Wilcox. Herbie attended the High School of Charleston and graduated from The Citadel, Class of 1951. While at The Citadel he was on the wrestling team and boxing team. Herbie served as President of the Association of Citadel Men, President of the Brigadier Club, President of the German Friendly Society, President of the Exchange Club of Charleston, and President of St. Matthew Lutheran Church Council. He was very active in St. Matthews Church, serving in many capacities. He was a life member of the Mariner Lodge #2, life member of the Elks Club of Charleston, a member of the Washington Light Infantry and Emeritus member of the Salvation Army Board of Directors. Herbie served on the Moultrie Constituent School District Board for two years, Mt. Pleasant Town Council for 8 years, and Mt. Pleasant Water Works for 12 years. Herbie retired as a Vice President of Roper Hospital after 22 years. He served 22 years of active and reserve duty in the US Air Force, retiring as a Lt. Colonel. On October 27, 1956 he married his love, Joan H. Dixon.
He is survived by his wife, Joan; his daughter Tamara W. (Richard) Spelman; son, Herbert Dixon Wilcox; granddaughters: Elizabeth Claire Spelman and Caroline Wilcox Spelman; and stepbrother: Louis Costa. He was preceded by his parents and siblings, J.E. Wilcox, Jr., John D. Wilcox, Elizabeth W. Small, Albert Wilcox (Albie), and Jamie E. Wilcox and stepbrother: Mars Costa.
Memorials may be made to St. Matthews Lutheran Church Renovation Fund, 405 King Street, Charleston, SC 29401 or The Citadel Development Fund, 171 Moultrie Street, Charleston, SC 29409.
Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL.
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Buddy Puckhaber
September 30, 2011
Herbie, you were a dear friend for 60 years. I will always miss your smile and laugh. God bless you and may Joanie always be such a fine lady.
Anne Cisa
September 20, 2011
Mrs. Wilcox and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Wilcox......our families go way back.....I hope that all your memories of such a kind man sustain you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Leo Russo
September 6, 2011
I was honored to serve as a member of Mt. Pleasant Waterworks under the leadership of a great commissioner, Herbie Wilcox. He will be greatly missed and will always be remembered as a great American.
mike kauffman
September 5, 2011
Herbie was a great friend and neighbor. We will miss him.
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September 5, 2011
I know what it's like to lose a Dad, Tammy, my heart goes out to you and yours. He was a wonderful Pop. David Madere
Ann Detyens
September 5, 2011
Tammy, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope your wonderful memories will comfort you and your family during this very difficult time.
September 4, 2011
I had the priviledge to work with Herbie at the Treasurer's office for 5 years. He was such an inspiration to me. He showed such compassion and common sense. I throughly enjoyed his insight. I was truly blessed to know him and his service to his country and the Charleston area. He will be forever remembered by all who knew him.
Beth Tyndall
Saluda, NC 28773
Jay(Sonny) Pearson
September 4, 2011
Herbe will be sorely missed. His love for The Citadel was evident and he was an avid supporter of the school. He held
a number of positions which enhanced the
goals and purposes of the institution. He was a very devoted family man and an outstanding friend. I was fortunate to be his roommate during our freshman year
and have cherished his friendship for 64 years.
David and Karen Wilcox
September 3, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. Uncle Herbie always brought a joke along with laughter to our hearts. he would never let us down on those bulldog cheers.uncle herbie you now have special place in heaven. as well as our heart. your memories will live on in our thoughts and will never leave you. you are now our beacon of light that will shine upon us each and everyday. know how much you are loved and your smile and laughter (jokes too) lit up our lives with unforgettable humor. god bless and much love to a wonderful uncle and a family that shared it all to everyone!!
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