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Ashley Shealy Obituary

IRMO - Ashley Reed Shealy, 20 months, passed away August 30, 2011, surrounded by his loving family.

Ashley was born December 15, 2009, in Columbia and was the son of Virginia Hyatt Shealy and Aaron Thomas Shealy. He loved the outdoors, dogs, M & M's, trucks and tractors. He was a delight to his entire family.

Survivors also include grandparents, Steven Lee Hyatt, Sr. "PaPa", Thomas C. Shealy "Pa", Ellen "Gammie" and Rob Schiesser "Pops", Karen Lovelace "Gamma" and Richard Beck of Folly Beach. Great-grandparents are Rey Coleman and the late Bobbie Coleman, Myrtle and Robert N. Shealy Sr., Fred and Virginia Lovelace, and the late Elizabeth and Troy Hyatt. Aunts and uncles are Stephen Shealy, Sarah and Chris King of Troy, Ohio, Lee Hyatt, and Katelyn Schiesseer. Cousins are Kylie, Kaylee, and Christopher King. Also loving caregivers are Carolyn and Roger Holmes.

Visitation will be held at Dunbar Funeral Home, Dutch Fork Chapel of Irmo on 7600 Woodrow St. on Wednesday, August 31, 2011, from 6 to 8 p.m. Services will be held on Thursday September 1, 2011, at 3 p.m. at Lake Murray Presbyterian, 2721 Dutch Fork Road, Chapin.

Memorials may be sent to the Ronald McDonald House Charities, 2955 Colonial Dr. Columbia, SC 29203 or Pets, Inc., 300 Orchard Drive, West Columbia, SC 29170.

A message of condolence may be expressed at DunbarFunerals.com.

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Published by The State on Aug. 31, 2011.

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Kevin and Marie Hancock

September 22, 2011

We wanted to let you know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Our six year old son died unexpectedly December 12, 2009, so we can identify with the pain you are experiencing now. It doesn't seem possible at the time of such a tragedy, but you can make it. It is not an easy road, but with God's help, life can go on. We will continue to pray that God will give you a peace that passes all understanding.

Carl Strange

September 8, 2011

Karen, our hearts are with yours today. Words can help little, but your loss touches a note in all of us. Let the love and support of so many around you comfort you now and help you heal in the time to come.

tracy russell

September 7, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Jack Barwick III

September 2, 2011

I was very saddened to learn of the loss of this precious child. My heart and prayers go out to the entire Shealy family. There is a special place in heaven for small children and Ashley will certainly be there waiting for his family.

Jack Barwick III
Richmond Hill, GA

Kathy Williams

September 1, 2011

May The Lord give you the strength you need to get thru these terrible days. I can not imagine the pain you both are going thru. I pray for you often. I am so very sorry.

Drew & Gail Herring

September 1, 2011

Karen/Richard & Shealy Family,
"May the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, guard yours hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus" during this time of sorrow.
We share your pain.
With love,

Hammer Family

September 1, 2011

Mr.and Mrs. Shealy and family. So sorry for your loss of Ashley. A very handsome little one and now another beautiful angel has entered heaven. God has called him home to finish his work. He will always be with you. Cherish the time you had with him and look forward to being reunited with Ashley. Our prayers are with each of you. God love will lift you up.
The Hammers

The Hammers

September 1, 2011

Our prayers are with each of you for the loss of your precious child, Ashley. God will comfort you in this very difficult time and Jesus will hold you up until you can stand on your own again. Remember your little angel is now with God. He has lit up heaven with his handsome face. May God speed your healing.
The Hammer Family

Gabriel and Fran Ricks

September 1, 2011

Virginia and Aaron, we are constantly lifting you up to the Lord. We will continue to do so on a daily basis. Ashley is a beautiful child and even though we never met him, he will always be remembered in our hearts.

Ingrid Bowers Cannon

September 1, 2011

My heart was broken when I heard of little Ashley's passing. May God be with you during this difficult time. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Amanda Shuler McCall

September 1, 2011

Virginia and Aaron, my heart aches for you both when I think about the terrible pain and loss that you are feeling. We never will understand why this has happened but know that Ashley was given to you as a gift by God and his memory will always remain inside of you. He is now with our heavenly father above watching over you both.

Mark and Debbie White

September 1, 2011

No words can express the sympathy we have for your family. May you find comfort in the memories you have and knowing that Ashley is with our Lord! Prayers that you will find strength.

Amanda Hildebrand Edwards

September 1, 2011

Aaron, Virginia and Family,
We cannot begin to understand the pain you must be enduring, nor attempt to find the right words to help soothe you. We only hope you can find some peace and comfort within your Faith. Ashley was such a blessing to your lives and will continue to be by watching over you now. George and I will continue to send our love and prayers and do anything else we can for you!
Much love!
Amanda and George Edwards

George ,Susan ,Meaghan Molina

September 1, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family. We are so very sorry for your loss. God Bless You.

Jennifer Orr O'Daniel

September 1, 2011

Praying God gives you and your family strength and comfort today and those ahead. I'm so sorry for your loss.

September 1, 2011

There is no way I can understand the pain you are going through. I just know God will walk with you and help ease your pain.
Keeping you in my prayers.
Lucy Fuller

Diane McCartha

September 1, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Rita Addison

September 1, 2011

The pain never goes away so keep your precious memories of his laugh, his beautiful eyes, and his voice in your hearts and minds. So sorry for your loss. May God's comfort and strength give you peace during this difficult time. Bless you,

Meg Leonard

September 1, 2011

Virginia and Aaron, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Louis & Elizabeth Freeman

August 31, 2011

Sending our thoughts, prayers and love to your beautiful family today and in the weeks to come. God Bless You.

Tim and BJ Parra

August 31, 2011

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.

August 31, 2011

Shealy Family, I'm so sorry for your loss.

Faith, Pelion, SC

Alisha Cook

August 31, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time. I cannot imagine what you are going through, but know that our Father in Heaven knows and knows just how to comfort you.

Faris Connor

August 31, 2011

We are praying for you all during this time. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. Ashley is in the arms of our Savior!!

Shar P. Wilson

August 31, 2011

Virginia, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

LaToya Workman

August 31, 2011

I am truly saddened by your lost. Although I have never met your beautiful angel or you, I pray that God will be your guiding light and strength through this time.

George & Debbie Bugenske

August 31, 2011

Virginia, Aaron, and your families: We are truly sorry to hear of the loss of your wonderful little guy. Our hearts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. May God reach out and put His arms around you just as He is surely doing with Ashley now.

Mary Goldston

August 31, 2011

Aaron, Im so sorry for your loss, please know, you, and your precious family , remain in my thoughts and prayers.God Bless you all during this difficult time.

August 31, 2011

to grandparents, bob and ellie, my oldest and best friend, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family always, god bless you. love robert and pam bianco, palm coast, fl.

Jenny Livingston

August 31, 2011

Virginia, words can describe my deepest sympathy for you at this time. I can't begin to imagine the emptyness you must be feeling. I pray God will hold you close and get you through this most difficult time. Prayers for you and all your family. God Bless his little heart.

Jamie crum and Michael burkhard d

August 31, 2011

Aaron,Virginia and family we are so so very sorry for your loss. Our hearts break for you through this difficult time. Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Your little angel and God will watch over you. If you all need anything at all please do not hesitate to call

Brenda Hyatt

August 31, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The Lord is close, he'll take care of you and your family.

Susan Chittick

August 31, 2011

Virginia and Aaron, I have never met you but I can feel your pain, knowing just how horrible the loss of your child can be. What a precious beautiful little boy. My heart is broken to know that you too have to go through this. Many hugs and prayers are being sent your way. I am truly saddened and heartbroken for you and your families.
Sue Chittick

Chris Achelpohl

August 31, 2011

Aaron and Virginia, I can't imagine how empty you must be feeling and I am so sorry for your loss. My family and I send our love and prayers to you and your family. God Bless, Chris Achelpohl

Trev, William and Brock Sherrod

August 31, 2011

Thoughts and prayers are with you and will remain with you in the coming weeks.

Elizabeth James

August 31, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to you in this hard time. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Jacque Lindsay

August 31, 2011

To Karen and your entire family,

I am so deeply grieved by your loss. May God give you strength, courage and comfort through this time. Words are so inadequate. With love and prayer.

Julie De Vine

August 31, 2011

Our love and prayers are with your family. God has His arms around Ashley and will hold him tight till you are once again with him in Paradise.

Servpro of The Dutch Fork

August 31, 2011

Heaven has gained a new little angel with Ashley. Aaron, will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Linda Wright

August 31, 2011

Virginia and family, I don't know if you'll remember me or not but I was just in your office last Wednesday for a doctor's appointment. I just wanted to express my condolences to you and your family. I will be praying for you and if I can do anything, please give me a call. God Bless you and your family. Linda R. Wright, St. Matthews, SC

Leslie Looper Offill

August 31, 2011

My mother, Frances Looper, works at Love Chev with Steve. When she told me what had happened, I immediately started praying. I am so very sorry & cannot imagine what you all are going through. Please know that God is good and he will give you peace and love if you turn to him. As hard as it is to realize, things happen for a reason and I hope that little "Ashley" can serve as glory given to God. I will continue to pray for comfort for you all.

lisa jarrell

August 31, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Tammy Lucas

August 31, 2011

So very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to all of you. Many thoughts and continued prayers for strength and comfort. May God Bless you all.

August 31, 2011

our thoughts and prayers are with your family. may jesus comfort you as he holds Ashley in his arms. Saundra & Lee Robertson

Amy Jones

August 31, 2011

Virginia and Aaron my heart goes out to you. I cannot imagine how you must feel. My prayers and thoghts are with you both. This I do know: God will sustain you now and in the days ahead. Prayerfully, Amy Jones

Catherine Beckham

August 31, 2011

Ellen and Bob,

My heart is breaking for all of you. Your precious child is with the Lord and will be forever your special angel. Please let me know if I can do anything for your family. You are in my prayers.

Catherine

Janice Hyatt Decker

August 31, 2011

Our deepest sympathies to the Shealy and Hyatt families on the loss of their sweet angel. You will be in our prayers. May God Bless you all.

Heather Lindler

August 31, 2011

Aaron and Virginia, We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our every thought and prayer. You have our deepest sympathy. Much love. Oneal, Heather, Riley, and Raegan Lindler

Betsy Pierce

August 31, 2011

So sorry for such a great loss! My prayers are with your family.

Betsy Pierce
Leesville, SC

August 31, 2011

Aaron and Virginia,
Please know that you are with us in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Our hearts go out to you and your family.
Love and Sympathy,
Hilary and Peyton Frick

May God Bless

August 31, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Amy and Tim Martin

August 31, 2011

My heart aches for you so much. My husband and I lost our son Brooks November of last year and the pain that you are feeling right now is so indescribable. We are praying for you. Our faith in God is what has gotten us through this past year and I pray that He will comfort both of you and give you strength to get through each day.

TC Latimer

August 31, 2011

Jumping on clouds, sliding on rainbows this little angel is in heaven now away from the pain. He will be missed and always loved.

heather alford

August 31, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Virginia, I haven't seen you since high school, but please know that everyone in my family is praying and thinking about you and your family. If there is anything that we can do, please let us know.
Heather Teal Alford

Raymond Davis

August 31, 2011

May God comfort you in your time of sorrow. I know words can’t even begin to express the loss and pain you have in your hearts right now. Ashley is now with the best and anxiously waits to see you again soon! He is in paradise smiling and laughing as never before.

August 31, 2011

Prayers for your family and tears for your loss.
William & Sharon Owen

James Fleming

August 31, 2011

I do not personally know you folks but may the good Lord Bless and keep you at this time and may he welcome this young man into his Kingdom. Today there is a new name written down in Glory!

Sherry Beck

August 31, 2011

We at the Quality Inn Fort Jackson gives our prayers to the family in this sad time. An angel watching over you may God help heal your hearts in this time of sorrow. Remember the smiles and joy of the time you all had with this angel,

August 31, 2011

Aaron and Virginia, My heart is breaking for the two of you and your familys! Ashley has always been a joy to me, I will miss his little smile in my salon. I love you guys! Sabrine' Amick

August 31, 2011

May hearts and prayers be with your family always

Much love !

Ed and Geri Watson Sandy Ridge Rd

Debra Jones

August 31, 2011

We are praying for all of you.

Always,

Debra, Stuart, Stacey, Ashley, Mike & Savana Jones

Billy & Claudia Warren

August 31, 2011

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you all.

August 31, 2011

We are sending our love and prayers to all of your family. God picked a perfect angel but way too soon.
With love,
Stanley Sheeley and family.

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