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Edward Strother Obituary
Greenville
Edward W. Strother, of Greenville, South Carolina passed December 11, 2015, in his 60th year. Edward was born in Scotland County, NC to the late Ralph Lee Strother and Emma Lois Autry. He was a graduate of Hoke High School and the University of South Carolina, enjoyed USC and UNC sports, especially basketball. He was an accomplished financial planner with Edward Jones Investments and a dedicated member of Brookwood Community Church where he was active in local mission ministry. His life was devoted to his family, friends, church, and clients. A loving and devoted father and husband, beloved by all those who knew him well, and cared for by his church, family, and friends. The greatest daddy a girl could ever hope to have and one of the best men any fortunate person could ever encounter, much less get to know and enjoy in their lives. He was always quick with a witty remark, and went out with the God-given, amazing smirk, with which he was graced.
Surviving are Alison and Jean Strother, currently residing in Royal Palm Beach, FL; sister, Catherine Brock (Jessie) and brother, Dennis Strother (Cindy) of Raeford, NC.
Memorial service Thursday, December 17, 2015, at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Brookwood Community Church, Simpsonville, SC. The family will greet friends immediately following the service. Committal service Saturday, December 19, 2015, at 2:00 pm in Ashley Heights Baptist Church Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Missions Ministry of Brookwood Community Church, 580 Brookwood Point Place, Simpsonville, SC 29681.
Condolences may be expressed at www.MackeyMortuary.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Edward Strother
david lace
December 9, 2019
ed was a great guy
Joel & Connie Shropshier
December 28, 2015
Ed has been our financial advisor for 15 years, we were shocked and saddened to learn of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Ed always called on our birthday and sung "Happy Birthday" over the phone. What other financial advisor does this? He will be sorely missed.
roger wood
December 22, 2015
Only knew him through the years at Brookwood but those encounters were always meaningful because he was so kind. On this side we have lost a man God knows and now resides with Him.
December 17, 2015
Ed was like a son to us. We loved him and feel a great loss in our lives. May the peace of God rule in all our hearts . Margaret and John Hook
December 17, 2015
So sad to hear of Ed's passing. I enjoyed seeing him every Sunday. My sympathy for your loss.
Jim Huskey
December 17, 2015
Jean, I have just heard of Ed's passing. My prayers are with you and Allison. You know someone is special to you when even the name or thought makes you smile. Ed was always so kind to me and helpful all the way back to the book selling days. He made sure that my first summer was a success and I have always had much respect and appreciation for him. May Gods peace and Grace be with you at this time.
Hank Eleazer
December 16, 2015
Shocked when his office called me today with the news of his passing. He will be missed by many. Prayers sent for all.
December 16, 2015
Oh my but a bright spot in the World left when Ed passed away. We have known him for almost 10 years and are greatly saddened by his passing. It was a blessing to know him and call him our friend. Mary Morgan "Who" Kerlagon and Steven James Kerlagon, Columbia, South Carolina
Walter Burgess
December 16, 2015
Ed had a quick wit and would always get involved from super math at Pelham Road to being an active member of EAGG for years,I have known him for over 20 years.He was never hesitant to be direct with his comments and opinions. I always appreciated that.Alison and Jean you have my sympathy for your loss. .
December 16, 2015
We are shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Ed's passing. He was such a wonderful man! Our prayers are with the family.
The Sijons
December 16, 2015
Keith & I were so sorry to hear that Ed had passed away. He will be missed by everyone who knew him & our entire family . We are keeping you in our thoughts & prayers .
Our Deepest Sympathy
Keith & Kristi Kingren
Ellen and Walter Godlewski
December 16, 2015
Jean and Alison,
Walter and I were shocked to learn of Ed's passing. We will always remember his kindness to Aunt Helen. He was always willing to help. Over the years he became a good friend as well as financial advisor and will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with the family duringdifficult time.
Jeff Drummond
December 15, 2015
Strother family. I was saddened to hear of Ed's sudden passing. Ed was a dear friend as well as my advisor. I had the privilege of getting to know and respect him over the past several years,I will truly miss him and I extend my thoughts and prayers to the family.
Sonja Holton
December 15, 2015
What a sweet cousin you were. I have fond memories of our childhood. RIP Eddie Love ya! Sonja J. Holton
Beth Harris
December 15, 2015
Jean and Allison , I am so saddened to learn of Ed's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Theresa Morelli
December 15, 2015
Such a loss for all who loved Ed! I am truly saddend by his loss.
Theresa Morelli
Debi Altman-Dallas
December 15, 2015
Saddened to learn of Eddie's death. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. RIP my High School classmate.
December 15, 2015
Jean and Allison,
We are so sad to hear of Ed's passing. We had great times working together "in the old days" at the Koger Center. He always had a smile on his face. I remember him bringing Allison into the office to show her off when she was just days old! He will be missed. Phyllis & Randy Hilton
Kim Anderssen-Lee
December 15, 2015
Ed was a wonderful guy! He was a work neighbor with us for over seven years. He always greeted us with a warm smile and a wave. Ed made sure to keep us informed about things going on in our complex. He was a very kind man and we are truly sorry for your loss. Our Deepest Sympathy to your family from Kim, Cenaida, Tim, Doris and Chad at Mancon
Kim Anderssen-Lee
December 15, 2015
Ed was a wonderful guy who we enjoyed seeing at our office complex. He was a work neighbor for over seven years. Always greeting us with a wave and smile. Ed use to fill us in on what was happening in our area. He was truly a sweet and caring guy. We are so sorry for your loss. Deepest Sympathy to your whole family. Kim, Cenaida and Tim at Mancon
Bethany Fine
December 15, 2015
Ed with an E,
I am stunned by the news of your death. I'll miss seeing your face and hearing those witty remarks of yours here in the office. I pray for Jean, Allison and all of your family and friends in this trying time.
Sincerely,
Bethany with a B
david lace
December 15, 2015
ed was a great man, a friend, and i will miss him, my prayers are with him.
Larry Grogan
December 15, 2015
Jean and Allison
Ed was one of a kind, one of the best friends a man could ever have and one of the best men I have ever known. Beth and I will miss him.
Larry and Beth Grogan
Van Matthews
December 15, 2015
Jean and Allison,
Melinda and I were saddened to learn of Ed's passing. You certainly have our thoughts and prayers. I have many fond memories of years out at Koger and running at lunch time. He was always faster than I was.
David & Bobbi Hollar
December 15, 2015
Dear Jean and Alison,
We were so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. You both are in our thoughts and prayers.
Connie Schmaltz
December 15, 2015
Dear Jean,
Just wanted you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
December 15, 2015
Jean and Alison,
Gene and I were shocked to learn about Eddie. We are driving out just for the Greenville services. We are so, so happy we saw him twice during the Thanksgiving holiday.
Blessings to you both.
Annie and Gene
Lona Bradbury
December 14, 2015
I am dismayed by the news of Ed's sudden passing. Ed had been my financial advisor for decades and he was a friend. Ed helped me a few years back dealing with my husbands passing at the same time as the plant I worked at was closing forcing me into unplanned early retirement. I don't know what I would of done without his knowledge and kindness. Ed was a truely good man. I will miss our conversations.
Lona Bradbury
New Jersey
Diane Wilson
December 14, 2015
I was so shocked and saddened to learn of Ed's passing. I not only lost a trusted financial advisor but a very close friend. He will truly be missed by so many.
Galen and Laura Plourde
December 14, 2015
I still can't believe Ed's gone. I stopped in to see him a few days ago and he was quick to ask about our son's health. That was Ed. Always concerned for others. I will surely miss him.
Sue Havens
December 14, 2015
Jean and Allison, I'm so sorry to hear about Ed's death. I hope to see you on Thurs.
Charles Crook
December 14, 2015
Jean and Alison; shocked and saddened by Ed's passing. Stephanie and I pass along our condolences to you. Ed has been a friend of mine for longer than I actually know and he will be missed. We will keep you in our prayers. God Bless, Charles and Stephanie Crook
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