Charleston, South Carolina
Horry "Bo" Heriot Kerrison, Jr.
CHARLESTON - Horry "Bo" Heriot Kerrison, Jr., 53, of Charleston, found eternal peace in Sumter, South Carolina on Monday, December 1, 2014.
The relatives and friends of Horry H. Kerrison, Jr. are invited to attend his Funeral service at 10:00AM, Saturday, December 6, 2014, at St. Philip's Church, 142 Church St. The family will receive friends at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Highway, on Friday, December 5, 2014, between 5:00 & 7:00 PM. An interment ceremony for Bo's family will follow at a later date.
A native of Charleston, born on June 28, 1961 to Horry Heriot Kerrison, M.D. and Dorothy Barnwell Kerrison, Bo graduated from Porter Gaud High School and The Citadel, where he played soccer, became a Summerall Guard and received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. He also graduated from the University of Virginia Darden School of Business, where he earned a Master in Business Administration. Professionally, Bo earned certifications in Public Accounting and as a General Securities Representative (Series 7).
During his professional career, Bo practiced accounting, worked as a stock broker and worked as a commercial real estate developer, but he found greatest fulfillment trading securities under his own employ.
A lifelong member of St. Philip's Church, Bo also enjoyed memberships in the Carolina Yacht Club, the Society of Colonial Wars in the State of South Carolina, where he served as Governor, the South Carolina Society, the Charleston Club and the Hibernian Society.
Surviving Bo are his wife, Elizabeth "Lizzie" Pierpoint Kerrison, and his three children, Dorothy Adair Kerrison, Elizabeth "Eliza" MacQueen Kerrison and Horry Heriot Kerrison, III. Also surviving Bo are his parents, his two brothers, John Barnwell Kerrison, M.D. and Lea Barnwell Kerrison, Esquire, his uncle, James Alexander Barnwell, Jr., of Burlington, North Carolina, and multiple in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends, all of whom truly miss him but are thankful he has found the Lord's peace.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made for his honor to Any Length Recovery, 4742 Broad Street, Sumter, South Carolina 29154.
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Lynn Sanders
January 08, 2015 | Goose Creek, SC
I only met Bo a few times while working at the office of Dr Kerrison and Dr Ellyn, I highly respect "Dr Horry". I wanted to express my condolences to the family.
Elizabeth "Beth" Swain
January 08, 2015 | North Charleston, SC
We had the privilege of meeting Bo at ALR. He was a very wonderful man and a very good, kind friend to many who were fortunate to be associated with him. We send our heartfelt condolences to Bo's family. Jeff and Pam Snyder
Jeff and Pam Snyder
December 25, 2014 | Fairfield, OH
My condolences to Bo's family and all the Kerrisons. He will be remembered lovingly by family and friends.
ANN BAILEY KING
December 19, 2014 | FOLLY BEACH, SC
Sweet Lizzie and family, Our love and prayers for. the comfort and the peace of our Lord hold you close. Prayers for Bo's final peace.
Ron and Ann Langley and family Jax. ,Fl
December 14, 2014
We were sorry to hear of Bo's passing. Always a lot of fun to coach at Hazel Parker Playground. Blessings to your family and know that he will be missed.
Henry and Esther Lowndes, Charleston, SC
December 10, 2014
My heart goes out to all of you in Bo's family and to his close friends. My spirits sank when I learned of his passing. I taught Bo at PG decades ago but still remember him well and was always delighted to see him during chance encounters over the years.
Terry Richardson
December 09, 2014 | Charleston, SC
Anne and I are so sorry to hear about Bo. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Anne and Gene Lesesne
Gene Lesesne
December 08, 2014 | Mt. Pleasant, SC
Enjoyed playing soccer with Bo and his brother John at Porter-Gaud. Sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to the family. May he rest in peace.
Patrick Dom
December 07, 2014 | Colorado Springs, CO
