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Jennifer Nichols
October 13, 2015
I can't believe 10 years have passed since Mrs. Joyce has been our angel from above. A day does not go by that I do not think and pray for the strength of my childhood very best friend Caroline, her brother Deck ( the only brother I have ever had ), Aunt Sylvia and Neil Johnson. You are the strongest people I have ever met and Joyce would be so very proud. This year is so special that Caroline and Neil will be married and Joyce will be honored on this very special day ( her birthday) and always ! We must not lean on our own understanding, but trust in the Lord and His blessings!
Tosca Norman
November 4, 2008
I miss you Ms Joyce
June 16, 2008
It was not until today that I found this Guest Book for Joyce Dargan. I was heart-broken 3 years ago when I heard of Joyce's tragic death and the great loss and grief endured by her family. I am so pleased to be able to express my condolences now and to say that I keep her family in my prayers. Thank you.
May God always comfort you in your sorrow.
Sincerely,
A resident of Myrtle Beach
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Christianne Hufhand
January 31, 2007
Dear Uncle Deck, Deck, Caroline, Mrs.Sylvia, and Mr. Jack,
I know that it has been difficult to live without you presious, loving mother, sister, wife, and sister-in-law. It has been hard for me too, not a day goes by where I don't think of her! I know that she's in Heaven right now as I speak... ,a much better place than here on earth. Oh how wonderful she was! Always brightening the holidays when our family was in for Christmas! I love you all and I'm continuing to pray for you every day! God bless you.
nan norman
December 1, 2006
Dear Family,
Just to remind you how much you are loved. Joyce is proud of you. She is greatly missed by her friends. Christmas season brought out the very best in her!!
your friends
October 13, 2006
Dear Deck, Deck, Caroline and Sylvia,
Today we remembered Joyce for the wonderful, kind, loving person she was to so many. We are greatful to have known her. You have been admirably strong these past twelve months and have honored Joyce in your accomplishments and dignity in spite of your grief. Please remember that all of us are praying for your continued strength. Joyce will always be remembered.
Nan Norman
May 26, 2006
Dear Deck Jr.,
Congratulations on your graduation from the University of South Carolina. This was a goal your mother wanted very much for you. She, and all of us, are very proud of you. May God continue to bless you and your family.
Allison Mitchell
May 24, 2006
Caroline,
You and your family are in my prayers.
Jennifer Nichols
May 14, 2006
Deck and Caroline,
You both are in my thoughts and prayers today and always. I love you!
Love, Jennifer
Doris & Ed Williams
March 21, 2006
Deck & Family
We continue to pray for you all.
Doris and Williams
Nan Norman
March 8, 2006
Dear Friends and Family,
Today the sun was shining on the lake--the view that Joyce loved so much. I spent some time there and felt her presence as I often do-she loved this land so much. Aren't we blessed to have known her? Her sweet face will always be there for us with kind, loving memories.
Brooke and Billy Howard
February 11, 2006
Deck, Caroline, and Mr. Dargan,
We love you all and are praying constantly for your family and for your hearts. Your mother was truly beautiful, both inside and out. We know that nothing can explain or excuse the pain you all are enduring. We just pray that you find comfort in knowing that your precious, precious mom is still looking over you all as an angel. She is with the Lord and is looking down proud upon her family. We love you!
Melissa Bennett
February 1, 2006
I grew up close to your family and remember my Mom and Dad always being friends with them. I am so sorry for your loss but your Mom is with my Dad in heaven Mr Ed Bennett and they are going to be watching over us, and one day we will be with them too. I miss my Dad all the time but he is in a better place than here and to know he is watching over me means a lot more to me than him being here with me each and every day. I send my condolences to your Dad and you and Deck. May God Bless you.
Melissa, Ray, Rachel, Savannah and Nancy Bennett
Bitsy Burns-Matthes
January 15, 2006
Dear Sylvia, Deck, Caroline, Deck-
When I heard about your beautiful, precious Joyce, it made me so very sad. I want you to know that my heart and prayers continue for each of you especially through the holidays. I knew Joyce as a very loving person who had a very tender and servant's heart for all. I remember all the laughs and fun times we shared together when my sister and I came to M.B. during the summers in the late 60's. I met Joyce through Snook (Barbara Hammond). I worked at the Chesapeake House when it first opened and remember Ducy, who kept the roads travelable at the Ponderosa, and also having great talks with her Dad, Joe, about the LORD. May you continue to experience God's love and forgiveness as you go through this next year together and I pray HE richly blesses each of you with wisdom and discernment.

Caroline stands holding a favorite photo after the hearing on January 11th 2006.
January 12, 2006
Justin Blum
January 12, 2006
Deck and Caroline,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I never got the chance to meet your mother but I can only imagine how great she was! I will be praying for both you and your family. Justin
Mark and Laura McBride and kids
January 12, 2006
Dear Deck, Deck Jr.,Caroline and family,
We keep you all in our prayers daily and talk about you often. It is our sincere hope that the days begin to brighten knowing the love of Joyce is with you. May the strength of our Lord Jesus be with you always.
Fondly,
The McBrides
Nan Norman
December 23, 2005
Dearest Family,
We love each of you so much and will be near during the holidays. There isn't a day that goes by that we do not think of you and Joyce and what a special love you have for each other. I will miss having Joyce drop off her little gifts and special treats. Most of all, I miss her sweet smile that made me feel so special. That was her unique gift to all of us.
love, nan
Tosca Norman
December 22, 2005
"We fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal."
2 Corinthians 4:18
When life gets tough, when you're overwhelmed with doubt, when you see evil prospering, or when you wonder if living for Christ is worth the effort, remember that you are not home yet. At death you won't leave home- you'll go home!
Ryan Dodd
December 18, 2005
Caroline, Deck, and family,
I am so sad to hear of your lovely mother. I only got to be with her once, but I could see that she is cherished by her family and missed very much. My prayers go out to you and your entire family. Lean on the Lord, and He will bring you peace.
Caroline Dargan
December 8, 2005
Dear Friends,
First, I would just like to say thank you all so very much for your prayers and kind words. I feel your prayers daily. My family and I are so touched by all the love and kindness that has been shown to us and all of the wonderful things that have been written about our beautiful JOYCE. She was the best mother in the world and I have always known that. I was blessed to have her for as long as I did. God called her home, because he needed her. She was an angel on earth and now she is looking down on us all with a smile. I also know that she appreciates everything that you all have said and done. She was fasting for the church the day she died, but cooked Neil and I a big lunch. She was the most selfless and loving person that I have ever known. She was my mother, my biggest fan and my best friend. I can only hope to be half the person she was. Please remember to tell your loved ones how much you love them every single day! God bless you all and once again my family and I thank you so much!
Mindy McVay Heilmann
December 7, 2005
Deck and Sylvia, my heart goes out to you and your family. Your strength will come from the profound love you have for Joyce and she will be in your heart and mind forever. She was and is God's gift to her family and friends.
Mindy McVay Heilmann
Debbie Drutar
December 7, 2005
Deck and Caroline,
Words can not express your emotions and feelings at this time, but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers always. I know what a difficult time this has been for you. Losing a parent is an indescribable loss. Cherish your memories and times together. My heart goes out to you both. Please let me know if I can help in any way.
Nan Norman
November 29, 2005
Dear Family,
Your dear Joyce is so proud to see how strong and loving you have been for each other. We see Jesus in you.
Elizabeth J. Teal
November 28, 2005
Beautiful Caroline - oh how proud your mother was of you!! I am so sorry! Please know that I think of you and pray for you often.
Linda Dargan
November 21, 2005
Today, November 21 is Joyce's birthday. We will miss her as a friend, sister-in-law, forever. Today, she is spending her birthday with our Lord. He gave her to us and now He has Joyce back in His care. As days and hours pass, Joyce is always on our minds and in our hearts. She is at peace.
Tosca Norman
November 19, 2005
I miss you Ms Joyce!
Norma Jean Ford
November 18, 2005
So sorry to hear about this. My prayers go out to all of you. Let me hear from you.
lisa yarborough
November 7, 2005
Dear Caroline,
I was so sad to hear about your mother. It is such a tragedy. She was such a beautiful person and my heart goes out to you and your family. Lindsey and I send our thoughts and prayers to you.
Lisa and Lindsey Yarborough
Tosca Norman
November 7, 2005
"When this tent we live in- our body here on earth- is torn down, God will have a house in heaven for us to live in, a home he himself has made, which will last forever."
2 Corinthians 5:1

The Dargan Family last winter
October 26, 2005
Nan Norman
October 23, 2005
Dear Sylvia,
Thinking of you today as I look out on your family's lake. What a kind, loving sister you were to dear Joyce and how she loved you. May God give you peace in such precious memories. Nan and Noni
Nicole Lackey
October 22, 2005
To Deck, Caroline and Mr. Dargan:
Words wouldn't be suitable for me to say to justify anything that has happened. Please know that you have love and support thru your family and friends. You have an amazing family and you will be able to rise again in loving memory of Mrs. Joyce. I have been thinking of you daily and been praying for you as well. Love to your family!!
Nicole
Trey Atkinson
October 21, 2005
Deck, Caroline,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all...
wanda Howard's
October 21, 2005
Dear Deck, Caroline and Family,
We all were heart broken over your recent tragedy. We pray that God's Peace and His Strength will be with you all during this difficult time. We Love You and are here for you-Love, The Howard's
HARLEY BABB
October 20, 2005
Dear Mr. Dargan, Deck, and Caroline IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO, JUST CALL. I'LL BE THERE. I CAN STILL HEAR THE WORDS MR. DARGAN SAID TO ME THE DAY AFTER JOYCE WENT TOO BE WITH THE LORD. MR. DARGAN YOU SAID, "HARLEY THANK YOU FOR THE FLOWERS, PLEASE PRAY FOR MY CHILDREN." DECK AND CAROLINE YOU ARE BLESSED TO HAVE A LOVING DAD LIKE THIS. I JUST KNOW THAT JOYCE WAS LIKE MR. DARGAN, PUTTING HER CHILDREN FIRST. EVERYTIME I SEEN JOYCE, SHE HAD A SMILE ON HER FACE. YOU COULD FEEL THE LOVE OF GOD COMING FROM HER. THIS IS A BLESSED FAMILY.
Maria Larson
October 20, 2005
Deck & Caroline,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know your mother loved you both so much. Please know that you are both in my prayers.
love, maria
Tosca Norman
October 20, 2005
Dear Mr. Dargan, Deck, and Caroline,
I love you all very much and I have so many wonderful memories of Ms. Joyce. She was a beautiful lady and she loved you all so very much! I will never forget her!
Angel smith
October 19, 2005
God must have thought you special to take you as he did they say he only takes the best and this he surely did.
My Deepest Condolence to the Family of Linda especially to her Children whom I knew were the love & light of her life along with all those who knew her and who's lives she touched. May she have a safe journey home..
~Peace, Love & Blessings~
MICHELLE
October 19, 2005
DEAR DECK AND CAROLINE & FAMILY,
YOU ALL ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY.I KNOW TIMES ARE HARD BUT YOU NOW HAVE YOUR VERY OWN ANGEL THATS WITH YOU DAILY! YOUR MOM WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND LOVED YOU BOTH SO MUCH..NEVER FORGET THE LOVE SHE HAD AND THE WARM SMILE THAT COULD LIGHT A ROOM!
I LOVE YOU ALL
Beth Ervin
October 19, 2005
Joyce was a friend, a fellow mother, and a beautiful Southern lady who was kind to everyone. What a tragic loss. This is one of the things in life we can't understand, and I pray that God's love envelops and comforts her family. I extend my love and heartfelt sympathy to Deck, Little Deck and Caroline, and Sylvia.

Chestnut Family Cemetary
October 18, 2005

Memorial site
October 18, 2005

Mr. and Mrs Dargan at a party for Caroline
October 18, 2005
Bobbi Bernstein
October 18, 2005
So sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sue Melchione
October 18, 2005
Mr.Dargan & family,
My deepest sympathy for all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sue
Don and Susan Duerk
October 18, 2005
Deck, we're so sorry. We hope it gets better for you quickly. Your friends, Don and Susan
Donnie Quinn
October 18, 2005
Sylvia, my sincere condolences to you, Deck, Deck,Jr.,Caroline, extended family and friends. Joyce's inner beauty, strength, courage, and convictions will live on in the hearts of those she loved.
She was truly a blessing to all those she touched.
May God keep you in His comforting arms.
Amanda and Cas Saunders
October 17, 2005
Dear Caroline and Family,
I was shocked to hear of your mother's passing. She was a beautiful woman and will be missed.I am not sure if you remember me, but I was a year behind you at MBHigh. My mom and I would see your mom and yourself sometimes out together..your mom and yourself always spoke.You two looked liked sisters always together. My prayers are with you and your family. Your mother is up with the Lord now and he will take care of her. May God Bless you. Please be strong and know that your mother lives through you.
Candice Anderson
October 17, 2005
Dear Dargan Family,
I did not know Joyce very well but I am deeply sorry for your loss. My mother is Margo Chestnut Herring, Joyce's first cousin and I also have seen the family come in and eat at the Chesapeake House before. Just wanted you to know how truly sorry I am for your loss and that your family is in my prayers.
Jennie Cameron
October 17, 2005
Dear Deck Sr. and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about Joyce.
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Jennie Cameron

October 17, 2005
Lou Smith
October 17, 2005
Caroline and Deck: Your mother was the epitome of the true Southern lady; her grace and presence will be sorely missed. May God bless you with continued strength and courage during this time of sorrow. Love, Lou Springs Smith
Judy and Ray Dennis
October 16, 2005
We are so sorry for your loss. We passed the scene and even though we did not know Joyce we are praying for your family and your loss.
Jennifer Stalvey
October 16, 2005
Caroline and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was so beautiful and one of the sweetest people I have known. Caroline, you have the same qualities as your mom, so continue to let them shine and make her proud.
Andrew Mercer
October 16, 2005
Deck, I am so sorry to hear about your mother. I remember when we were younger, playing soccer together. Your mother was one of our biggest fans! I am sure as she watches over Caroline and you, she is still your biggest fan!
Jim and Mary Fite
October 16, 2005
Dear Dargan Family,
Our heart is breaking for all of you! But mostly for Caroline and Deck. We will pray for you to have a calm and peaceful spirit at this time. Joyce was a wonderful example of one of God's good and faithful servants. God Bless !!!
The Fite Family
Betsy Epps
October 16, 2005
Deck and Caroline, I remember playing with your mom and Sylvia in the big piles of dirt behind Joe and Letha's original house. So many nights I spent there, talking to Sylvia and listening to your mom sing. She was always so nice to me. We've been out of touch, but you and your family are in my prayers.
Leon and Vickie Todd
October 16, 2005
We are very sorry to hear about your loss we just got back in town and if there is anything we can do please call. Our prayers are with you all.
Leon and Vickie
Fred Morris, Jr.
October 16, 2005
Thoughts and prayers are with the Dargan and Chestnut families. Please take comfort that Joyce is now in God's Loving Care. God bless.
Sugar Holland
October 16, 2005
Dear Dek, I was deeply saddened to learn of your dear wife's passing...Please accept my sincere and deep sympathy to you and your children, as well as the Chestnut family.....I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Your Fiend, Sugar, from the Sport and Health Club at Kingston Plantation
Ann & John Palmer
October 16, 2005
Our condolences to Deck,Sr. and the Dargan Family. Joyce was indeed a devoted wife and mother and we will miss her friendly "hello" whenever we met. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and our neighbors, Deck,Jr. and Caroline.
Barbara Hammond Williams
October 16, 2005
Dear Family,
I was shocked by the tragic news of Joyce's death. Since we were so close in age, we shared many memories growing up together. I was always in church with Joyce and Sylvia and Uncle Joe kept me straight! I know how totally devoted Joyce has been to her family, especially the children, and I can only imagine the huge void in your lives. Jim, Ducy and Sylvia ... you are in my prayers. I am so sorry I couldn't fly home to be with you during this time.
Barbara "Snook" Williams
gen. jim hackler
October 16, 2005
although i did not know joyce very well,i have been well aware of her character and beauty and have had the pleasure of knowing deck and sylvia for many years. my heart goes out to the Chestnut and Dargan families...may God bless and be with you during this tragedy and forever after.
marie stalvey stubbs
October 16, 2005
I was so sorry to hear about Joyce. I am out of town and my brother Jerry called to let me know. Joyce and I went to high school together and spent many weekends stayng at her home. My deepest sympathy goes to her family and my prayers are with you all during this time.
Don and Mary Hollingsworth
October 16, 2005
All of your wonderful family have been in our hearts, thoughts and prayers since we read about the horrific accident that took Joyce's life. We did not know Joyce, but our daughter, Christy Rankin, did and we know Joyce was a truly wonderful and sweet person! We are members at FPC, too, and we know that even in the midst of such great loss and sorrow that you will be able to find comfort in knowing that Joyce is now in the tender care of our (and her) Heavenly Father. You all will continue in our thoughts and prayers and we pray that in the coming days you will continue to be reminded of the many sweet memories you have of Joyce! May the Lord Bless, Keep and Help you during these very difficut days and may the precious Holy Spirit comfort your minds, bodies and spirits with the special comfort He gives to all those that mourn!
Sincerely and with love,
Mary and Don Hollingsworth
Scott Anderson
October 16, 2005
My deepest sympathy to your family. I worked with Ms. Joyce for the summer. she was a very special person.
Mark Bair
October 16, 2005
Deck,
I am sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your entire family.
Juddie Bacot
October 16, 2005
Dearest Caroline, The Bacot Family extends our Deepest Sympathy to you and your family. Our hearts and Prayers go out to each of you.
In Christian love.
Deborah Rumpel
October 16, 2005
To Sylvia, Caroline, Dek and family;
I am very sorry to hear of your sudden loss. During this difficult time, may you feel God's loving arms around you
Fred and Nan Norman
October 16, 2005
Dear Deck, Little Deck and Caroline,
We love you and will always be here for you. Your mother was very dear to us and was a woman of noble character. Our doors and arms are always open to you as hers were to us. The Normans
Chad & Rhonda Eakin
October 16, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Johnny Butler
October 16, 2005
Deck,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Teresa Hucks
October 15, 2005
You are in my prayers.
God Bless
Lynda Watson Long
October 15, 2005
I was so sad and shocked to read of Joyce's tragic death. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. May God give you peace & comfort.
Vickie Cooper
October 15, 2005
To Deck and Children,
Joyce was one of the nicest people I have ever known. She was always so kind and sincere. She loved all of you very much. May God hold each one of you close to his breast during this sad time.
Love,
Frank Eaton and family
October 15, 2005
We share in the sorrow of your loss, and the Dargan and Chestnut families are in our prayers.
Donna Citron
October 15, 2005
I extend to you my deepest sympathy.
Francis & Carol Zalatores
October 15, 2005
We are so saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Gina Shaw Perry
October 15, 2005
Although I didn't know Mrs. Dargan that well, I will always remember her being so beautiful and so nice to my mother and me. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this time.
CLYDE AND OPAL FREEMAN
October 15, 2005
OUR SINCERE SYMPATHY TO ALL OF YOU CLYDE AND OPAL FREEMAN
Johnny Butler
October 15, 2005
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Randy and Lynn Carmon
October 15, 2005
You and the family are in our thoughts and prayers.
DAN & NINA EDGE
October 15, 2005
GOD BLESS YOU DECK, HAROLD, SYLVIA AND THE COMPLETE FAMLLY. WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR GREAT LOSS, BUT YET REJOICE IN KNOWING WE WILL MEET AGAIN IN HEAVEN.......WE LOVE YOU, AND ARE HERE FOR YOU.
bob and carol lewis
October 15, 2005
Jim and Jean chestnut and all of the family. we are saddened by your loss and our prayers are with you. we hope all will pass and you will find peace
love Bob and Carol
carol bohanna
October 15, 2005
my thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
carol w. bohanna
Ben , Vicki, and Thomas Butler
October 15, 2005
Deck, Caroline and Deck,we are so very very sorry. Please know our prayers will be with you and all of the Chestnut and Dargan families.
Christa Stalvey
October 15, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family.She was a kind person who loved her family.God bless you all.
WYNNE CAMPBELL FUSE
October 15, 2005
DECK & FAMILY -
PLEASE KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS DURING THIS VERY SAD TIME.
JOYCE WAS A VERY SWEET AND GRACIOUS PERSON AND WILL CERTAINLY BE MISSED BY ALL.
LOVE TO YOU ALL,
WYNNE CAMPBELL FUSE AND FAMILY
Dr. and Mrs. Russell Burgess
October 15, 2005
Dr. and Mrs. Russell Burgess
Kathryn and Dwight Hudson
October 15, 2005
We were so very sad to hear about the tragic death of Joyce. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Billy Snipes
October 15, 2005
To the entire Dargan Family, you're all in our thoughts & prayers, from the employees at Coastal Forming, Inc.
Marilyn Barnes
October 15, 2005
May God be with you in this time of sorrow. You are in my prayers.
Don and Patricia Johnson
October 15, 2005
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Joyce will live on in the the many lives she enriched, we are so thankful Neil is one of them.
tony ely
October 15, 2005
my heartfelt sympathy to your family, may god be with all.
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