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Christopher Meridith Obituary

AYNOR | Christopher Lee Meridith, 25, of 9th Ave. Ext., died Monday, January 5, 2009 at Conway Medical Center.

Mr. Meridith was born in Conway, South Carolina, a son of Thomas Graham Meridith and Joanne Ferranti Joyner.

Surviving in addition to his parents of Aynor; are his stepfather, David Joyner of Aynor; two brothers, Gray Meridith and wife, Stephanie, of Carolina Forest, and John David Meridith of Aynor; two nieces, Madison Meridith and Emma Meridith; grandfathers, Sam Hayden of Boynton Beach, Fla., and David R. Meridith of Galivants Ferry; grandmother, Mary C. Ferranti of Myrtle Beach; three aunts, Cathy Sease of Columbia, Maria Ferranti of Atlanta, Ga., and Davine Edwards of Socastee; one uncle, John P. Ferranti of Fairfax, Va.; and special friends of Conway Adult Day Care.

He was predeceased by his grandfather, John P. Ferranti Sr.; and grandmother, Grace Meridith.

Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, January 8, 2009 at Aynor United Methodist Church with the Rev. Tony Adams officiating. Burial will follow in Aynor Cemetery directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel.

The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at the funeral home.

Memorials may be sent to Aynor United Methodist Church Building Fund, 1007 Elm Street, Aynor, SC 29511.

Please sign a guest book at goldfinchfuneralhome.com and at MyrtleBeachOnline.com.

Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, is in charge of the arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Sun News on Jan. 7, 2009.

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Rita Bowles

January 12, 2009

"People come into your life for a reason, a season or a lifetime." Although you were not granted a lifetime, there was a reason for your son's life. Our friend Maria lovingly talked many times (MANY TIMES) about her nephew. Her love for him showed in every conversation.

Our Jaycee Creed states "Faith in God gives meaning and purpose to human life". I hope you know there was meaning and purpose in Chris's life - even to those of us who never had the privilege of knowing him personally.

Linda Vaught

January 9, 2009

We are so sorry to hear about Christopher. He was always such a ray of sunshine whenever you saw him. He will be truly missed.

Linda, Keith, Al & Joey Vaught

Mary Squires

January 9, 2009

Joanne and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm sure Christopher has no trouble being one of God's Angels. He was one here on earth for 25 years. I can still see him clearly in my mind in elementary school. Keep his memory alive in your heart. Remember, death does not separate you because love belongs to the spirit and not to the body.

Janice Busbee

January 9, 2009

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Britt and Karon Carroll

January 8, 2009

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you all. If theres anything I can do please call.

Vicky Hucks

January 8, 2009

Joanne and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Betty Alford

January 8, 2009

Joann, I am so sorry. I cannot even imagine the pain you are going through. I love you and will keep you and your family in my prayers. May God Bless you through this difficult time.

Jimmie Mills

January 7, 2009

Joanne, I did not know your son but Cathy spoke of him often. I am a friend of Gerald and Cathy and want you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kaye Strother

January 7, 2009

Joanne, Cathy has told me so many wonderful things about Chris. I am so sorry for your loss. Just wanted you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kaye Strother (a friend of Cathy Sease in Columbia, SC)

Betty and John Boyd

January 7, 2009

Joanne, David and family,
So sorry to hear of your great loss. I am so glad that we sat where I could see his sweet, smiling face at Aynor Methodist Church on Sunday mornings. I always loved to see your little family and the love that just radiated between you and him. We never know how long we will have our loved ones, but I thank God He gave Chris to you for the time he had on this earth. Surely he could not have been any more loved, cherished and cared for than by you. Our lives are touched with sadness, but Heaven is surely brighter with Chris's sweet face among those blessed ones. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Wanda Jones

January 7, 2009

Davine and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything I can do for you, call me.
Love ya, Wanda, David, Chris & Justin

Joyce Randall

January 7, 2009

To the Joyner and Meridith Families,
My prayers are with you during this
time. Chris was such a sweet and loving young man. He will always have a place in my heart. That beautiful smile and those big curls,
what a charmer. Take comfort in knowing that Chris is with the Lord, and we will see him again one day.
God Bless You,
Joyce Randall, CHS

Saundra and Joe Parler

January 7, 2009

You are in our prayers. We never expect to have our child die before us. Having lost Joey at age 23, it was the most difficult time for us. We think of him daily and know that you do too. We have been able to move on because of the beautiful memories we have. So it will be with you. When we think of Chris we immediately think of his beautiful smile. May God continue to hold you in His arms.

Dorothy Roberts

January 7, 2009

Davine and Family, I am so sorry. Continue to keep your faith and trust in God knowing that he is our strength and hope. Davine, please call me if you need me.

Wilbur, Leda, Amanda Huggins

January 7, 2009

Joanne and family,
Our heart goes out to you and your family. You are in our prayers.

Donna & Sharon

January 7, 2009

To all the family of Christopher, we thank you for allowing Conway Adult Day Care the privilege of getting to know Christopher. Our facility was very saddened to learn of his passing. We miss his smiling face and the way that he always greeted us each day. We hope that you can find comfort in knowing how much he was loved at CADC, and now he will be one of those stars looking down at each of you at night. He is now at peace with God. Christopher rest in peace!

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