David Von Vandergriff
May 26, 1955-August 24, 2018
Surfside Beach
Dr. David Von Vandergriff, 63, passed away Auust 24, 2018 at his home in Surfside Beach, SC. Born in Clinton, TN, he was the son of the late Donald Ray and Francene Harber Vandergriff. Dr. Vandergriff graduated from the University of South Carolina with a PhD in Educational Psychology. He was a lifelong sports enthusiast. In addition to being a standout football player in high school and college, Dr. Vandergriff competed nationally and internationally in the hammer and weight throws. In the year 2000, he began coaching future three-time Olympian Amber Campbell. As a result of their enduring partnership, she became the most decorated and accomplished women's hammer thrower in US history. Dr. Vandergriff was also the owner and operator of SportsDoctors, Inc. Professionally, he will be remembered as a courageous whistleblower who suffered as a result of his noble actions. Dr. Vandergriff is survived by his wife, Susan Matthews Vandergriff, of Surfside Beach, SC. Also surviving are two sisters and three nieces.

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Published by The Sun News on May 31, 2019.

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Jana Kay Adkins Davis

Jana Adkins-Davis

June 21, 2019

Dear family of David's -
I am so sorry to hear of David's passing, so early in life! 63 is still young.
He was such a joy in high school, and I remember his fun and laughter! Our birthday was 2 days apart.
I will think of the family in prayer to our Lord Jesus.
I hope David is at least, enjoying his new life, in God's kingdom.
Fondly,
Jana Kay Adkins Davis

RUSSELL FRITTS

June 21, 2019

classmate, track teammate and football teammate CHS "73....DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY

Shelby Price Dagley

June 20, 2019

I am saddened by the news of David's passing. I have fond memories of our high school years. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

Sarah Burleson Davy

June 20, 2019

I am saddened to hear of the passing of our friend and classmate (CSHS Class of '73). Our prayers and sympathy is extended to all of his family and friends.

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