Photo courtesy of James A. McAlister Funerals & Cremation
Charleston, South Carolina
Dec 26, 1949 – Dec 6, 2017
Edward “Poofie” Oswald, Jr., 67, husband of Betty Woods Oswald, passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2017. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Edward H. Oswald, Jr., are invited to attend his Funeral Service at 10:30 AM, Saturday, December 9, 2017, at the graveside, at Live Oak Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends between 5:00 and 7:00 PM, Friday evening, at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Hwy. Online condolences may be made at www.CharlestonFunerals.com
He was born December 26, 1949, in Charleston, SC, son to the late Edward Hardin Oswald and Bonita Browning Oswald. Edward served in the United States Army in Vietnam. After returning home he operated the family business, the Pine Castle Motel in Charleston, SC. Edward had a huge heart and loved his family above all. He was known as a giver, great story teller and always having a smile on his face. He had a love for everything outdoors and was an avid deer hunter.
Edward is survived by his wife, Betty Woods Oswald; daughter, Amanda Taylor (Marcus) of Charleston, SC; two grandchildren, Sydney and Amelia; two nieces and five nephews. Edward was preceded in death by his sister, Brownie Oswald Hightower.
I lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hollings Cancer Center, MUSC Foundation, 18 Bee St., MSC 450, Charleston, SC 29425 or to Camp Happy Days, 1 Carriage Ln., Bld. C, Ste. 101-2, Charleston, SC 29407. Arrangements by JAMES A. MCALISTER, Inc.(843)766-1365.
My condolences to the family, he was a great person and will be missed. RIP Poofie
Patsy Tiffin
December 12, 2017 | Hollywoo, SC
Mrs. Oswald and Amanda,
My heart goes out to you and your entire family at this difficult time. Please know that your family is in my prayers.
Ashley Clark-Powell, AH Class 02
December 09, 2017 | Washington, DC
We are going to miss you Poofie. Rest In Peace.
Wimpy and Annie Seyle
December 09, 2017 | Ravenel, SC
Betty. So so sorry to hear about Poofie. Our prayers and thoughts for the family.
Bryan and January Turner
December 08, 2017 | Hudson, FL
Betty,
I'm so very sorry to hear about your husband. May you and your family cherish all of your fond memories of him and keep him close in your heart. May he RIP.
Linda Mohler
December 08, 2017 | Charleston, SC
Betty,
May God comfort and keep you and your family in peace during this time of sorrow. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Anquinette Gadson
December 08, 2017 | Charleston, SC
going to miss ya man from jr high till now had some times rip brother
james--doodle harrelson
December 08, 2017 | Summerville, SC
