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William Ragsdale Obituary
Born on Dec. 26, 1924, he was the son of the late Jesse Rose and Ambrose Wylie Ragsdale. He attended Davidson College, graduated The Medical University of South Carolina with a Doctorate of Medicine, Class of 1948. He trained at Charity Hospital in New Orleans; served as a M.A.S.H. Doctor in the Korean Conflict.
He established practice in Myrtle Beach in 1954 as one of the first physicians in Horry County. He served this community for over fifty years.
He was a wonderful, loving, and caring physician and friend. But, most important to him, was their spiritual healing and that they knew the Lord Jesus Christ as their own personal Savior.
He will never be forgotten and will always be remembered and loved.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Carole; his sons, the Rev. William Theodore Ragsdale and family; Joseph Wylie Ragsdale, MD and family; Skip Carrick and family, Neil Patrick Carrick and family, and Bryan Webster Carrick and son.
He was a member of Bible Fellowship Baptist Church, located at 462 Highway 57 South, Little River. A memorial service will be held at the church on Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2006 at 11 a.m. with Pastor Jack Rowan III officiating. The family will receive guests and friends for one hour prior to the service.
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In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Teen Challenge, PO Box 1437, Georgetown, SC 29440.
Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Ragsdale
Nan Murphy
Yesterday
I remember as a small child visiting with your father. His mother and father were my great-aunt and great-uncle. My grandfather was Burr Augustus Ragsdale, Sr., Uncle Am's brother. They came to our home in Tallahassee, Florida and brought Isla as a special treat so she could make me her famous butterhorn rolls. I know he is missed. Nan Ragsdale Murphy
Julie Denis
February 7, 2006
Wylie, I have always regretted the fact that I had to work and was unable to meet your Father when he came to Atlanta to see you while you were in the hospital, however, I did have the opportunity to meet your wonderful Brother and Mother, and I think of you and your family often. I will say a little prayer for you and your family during your sorrow and know that I will always keep fond memories of you in my heart forever and always.
Elsie Montgomery
February 5, 2006
We are so sorry to here of Dr. Ragsdale's passing. He was such a fine man,doctor and friend to our family. He has been with our family thur 4 generations in Myrtle Beach and we all dearly loved him and Carol. We will have you all in our prayers..
Bud and Elsie Montgomery
Aubrey and Bunny Hipp
Guy and Renee Eanes
Lucy Geho
February 4, 2006
Have lost a dear friend, and doctor. We have been blessed to have such a great man pass our lives. From all the Geho family may God bless him.
Mitzi Ducker
February 1, 2006
It was an honor to have Dr. Ragsdale as our family doctor. He will be missed by all.
Anna Starling
February 1, 2006
My husband and I were saddened to learn of this passing.One of the old time professional pleasant caregivers in Myrtle Beach.This man kept his eyes and soul focused on administering quality healing and exhibited care for patients.
Anna and Jerry Starling
Jimmy Morse
January 31, 2006
I would like to thank the Lord for the wonderful influence that Bill had in my life. When I first commited my life to the Lord... God in His grace brought a young Doctor into my life that encouraged my love and servuce for the Lord Jesus.My wife and I are so grateful for the Love Dr. Ragsdale showed us and the many ways he blessed our lives. May God bless and comfort the family in this special time .
Vickii Lumsden
January 31, 2006
Carole, I am so saddened to hear of Dr. Ragsdale's passing. He was such a great person and teacher and I cared so much for you both. Please know that I will keep you in my prayers.
Vickii Lumsden
Paula Canaday Labbe'
January 31, 2006
Dr. Ragsdale was a true Myrtle Beach icon. He was such a good doctor and caring man. Carole and Dr. Ragsdale have been so good and supportive to my parents in the last year during my Dads Renal failure. My heart goes out to all of you.
Paula Canaday Labbe'
Genie
January 30, 2006
Carole, Bill was such a good and kind doctor. And you have been such a loving, caring wife. We're glad both of you have been in our lives.
Kay Hall Rowe
January 30, 2006
Wylie,I was so sad to read of your dad's death.Please know you're in my prayers.I'll never forget how kind he was to me during our brief visit in 1979 while at the C of C.
janet and bob furr
January 30, 2006
We will miss you dearly. You will always be in our thoughts.
William Ragsdale Long
January 30, 2006
Caroline and I are deeply saddened by news of the passing of my first cousin, Billy Ragsdale. Billy and I spent many good times together during family visits while growing up, and I will always remember his friendship and warm personality.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this trying time.
Carla Brown
January 30, 2006
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Ragsdale. We never met the man but he must have been a well known and well loved man. Please accept our condolences. We work with Dr. J.Wylie Ragsdale at the Overton County Health Department in Livingston, TN
Numbers 6:24-26
John Beckham
January 30, 2006
Ted, Wylie and all, it is sad to see the passing of such a wonderful person. The care he gave to so many of us growing up here in Myrtle Beach will not be forgotten. He was a good man and now resides in that house, not made with hands.
May God comfort you in your loss.
John Beckham
Robert Adams
January 30, 2006
My deepest condolences on the passing into eternity of Dr. Ragsdale. I knew him briefly when I resided in Myrtle Beach. Blessings in Him!
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