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John Amaker Obituary

CHARLESTON - Lt.Col John B. (J. B.) Amaker II U. S. Army retired died March 8, 2012. Col. Amaker was the son of the late State detective John B. Amaker Sr. and Clara Hazel Amaker.

Col. Amaker a loving husband, caring father and grandfather was born and grew up in Columbia, S. C. He lived in Charleston, S. C. for the past 48 years.

During his military service he served in World War II and Korea. This war time service covered six campaigns as an Infantry officer. Among his military awards were the combat Infantry badge, Silver Star, Bronze star with a V, Purple Heart, and the Army Commendation medal.

During his military service, he further performed various command and staff duties in the Z. I. South America, Europe, Asia, and the middle East.

Following his military Service, Col. Amaker was employed at the Citadel and later retired from there. Memorials can be made to Veterans Victory House, Walterboro, S. C. All services will be private. His Guestbook may be signed at www.jamesamcalister.com. Arrangements by JAMES A. McALISTER Funerals and Cremation 766-1365.

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Published by The State on Mar. 19, 2012.

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Sid and Marcia Shealey

March 22, 2012

Jeannie, We were so very sorry to hear of your father's recent passing. George called to tell us the sad news. We know that he had been in declining health, but you were fortunate enough to have had him in your life for a few extra years since his stroke. May his memory be a blessing to those who knew and loved him. Take care of your mom, and give her and Caroline a hug from us. Love, Sid and Marcia Shealey

March 20, 2012

Matthew, My prayers are with you and your family. I saw you in the fall of 2010 at the Veterans Victory House you were visiting your dad I was visiting my uncle. We were very fortunate to have a wonderful place for them to live. You were one of my favorite campers when we were at Camp High Hopes together back in the 70's. Hope to see you sometime soon. God Bless. Suzy Evans Cannady

T. Midget

March 19, 2012

My condolence to the Family and Friends of John Amaker, please may the God of love comfort you from his word, which holds out a hope for your dear loved one who has fallen asleep.

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