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Phillip Sasser Obituary
A graduate of Woodberry Forest, Davidson College and the University of SC School of Law, Representative Sasser was a member of Kappa Sigma fraternity. He proudly served his country in the SC National Guard. Upon passing the SC State Bar exam, he began his legal practice in Conway, where he became a partner in Burroughs, Green and Sasser Law Firm. In 1968, he was elected to the SC House of Representatives, where he served two terms.
Hallmarks of his career included serving as city judge for Conway and on the board of trustees for the Medical University of South Carolina. Upon the end of his service on the MUSC Board, Representative Sasser was named Trustee Emeritus. Among his greatest accomplishments, Representative Sasser counted establishing "Fishing Day for the Handicapped" as a charter member of the Waccamaw Sertoma Club.
Representative Sasser was predeceased by his parents, his precious wife of 47 years, Martha "Pat" Dusenbury Sasser and his brother James Archibald Sasser, Jr. Survivors include children Phillip Dyches Sasser, Jr. and his wife Beverly, Martha Sasser Hunn and her husband Ralph, Sallie Sasser Glover and her husband David; and James Richardson "Ritchie" Sasser; brothers Charles Sasser, M.D. and Marshall Sasser, M.D.; and three grandchildren, Brigitte Hunn, Berkeley Glover and Shelley Sasser.
A memorial service to honor his life will be held at First Baptist Church of Conway at 2 p.m. on Thursday, April 14, the Reverend Marion Brazzell and Dr. Robert Guffey officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service in the church fellowship hall.
Memorials may be made to the Waccamaw Sertoma Club Fishing Day for the Handicapped program, P.O. Box 412, Conway, SC 29528. Goldfinch Funeral Home is serving the family.
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Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Phillip Sasser
April 16, 2011
Phil, we are so sorry to hear about your dad. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Tammy Singleton, Art and Janie Chadwick
CONNIE SACKETT
April 15, 2011
PHIL SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
William W. "Bill" Phipps
April 15, 2011
Phil will be greatly missed. I knew him as Terry Beverly who graduated with me introduced me when he was working with him. Over the years he and I spoke and I did some tickets for him recently, one being for a granddaughter, who obtained one here in NC. He was a gentleman lawyer and always a pleasure to talk with. The last time I saw him was in traffic court a couple of months ago in Conway and at that time when I asked him about retiring, he kindly said that he would retire when he died, and so he has. My deepest condolescences to your family on his passing, he was truly a great lawyer, a good man and a good friend. Bill Phipps
Debra Norris
April 14, 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.
Betty Reid
April 14, 2011
Phil and my late husband Tom were among the charter members of Waccamaw Sertoma. We enjoyed many good times with Phil and Pat at Sertoma functions as well as in their home. I remember how Phil enjoyed fishing for flounder in channels at Cherry Grove. Phil passed his love of fishing on to many children. He always seemed happy and made others feel good when they were in his presence. I have not seen him very often in a good while, but it saddens me to know that Conway is missing another significant community member. My deepest sympathy to the entire family.
Susan Kimbrough
April 14, 2011
To the Sasser family,
I had the great privilege in knowing Phil Sasser in the Horry County Probate Court. He was a kind, but no-nonsense person. His professionalism was always present in his demeanor. He also possessed a terrific smile has he entered the Probate Court and was loved by all the "ladies of the court." He lighed up the office when he came by. He will be sorely missed, but never forgotten.
With sincerest sympathy,
Susan Kimbrough
April 14, 2011
To all the family of our long-time friend and high school classmate, our sincere condolences. He was a happy part of our lives. Bob and Jo Williams (Venice, FL)
April 14, 2011
To The Sasser Family:
May God Bless you during this difficult times. Phil was a good man who loved his family, work and his hometown of Conway and its residents. Always remember "Earth has no Sorrow that Heaven cannot heal". Believe and trust in Jesus and You will see him again. Sincerely, Mrs. Peggy Laney, Terrie, Rita and Bobby
April 13, 2011
Martha , Sallie, and families -
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your dad was always so very nice to me and always had a smile for everyone. You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
love,
Gary and Debbie Long
Betty Duke Allen
April 13, 2011
To all of Phil's children, my thoughts are with you. Phil and I worked in the same office many years and they were quite pleasant.
George E Graham
April 13, 2011
Phil was a lawyer's lawyer and a true gentlemen. Our deepest sympathies.
From the Attorneys and Staff of
McIver and Graham, P.A.
PO Box 915
Conway, SC 29528
Debbie S. Richardson
April 13, 2011
Phillip will be missed by so many. A wonderful man to know......
April 13, 2011
Sally,Berkely and family our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.May this Easter season bring you the comfort of knowing that this is only a temporary seperation from Mr.Phillip and that we are here should you need us for anything.
God bless you all, Jessica and Barry Hatoway
April 13, 2011
Dear Phillip, Martha, Sallie & Ritchie,
Words cannot express my sympathy and the loss I feel with you all at this time. Growing up together and sharing our parents has meant so much to me in my life. I have so many wonderful memories that were always filled with laughter, fun, and alot of love. My family joins me in sending our love, prayers and sympathy. We love you all. Beth Calhoun
Sharon Brooks
April 13, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
April 13, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Easter offers hope to those who grieve.
Tammy & Billy Skipper
April 13, 2011
To all of the family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Phil was a dear and special friend to us and we love being around him, he was always happy and had a smile on his face.
Toni, Kamille, & Kayla Hayes
April 13, 2011
May the Lord be near at this sorrowful time--May His love, His word and His presence bring you comfort and peace of mind. I pray that you are comforted to know that when you lose a loved one who has meant so much and touched many people’s lives, the grief that you are feeling cannot take away the happiness you all shared, and that sorrow will fade in time but the love will remain forever.
Anne Fisher
April 13, 2011
Martha so sorry to hear of your loss -- Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Michael Edge
April 12, 2011
My sympathy to your family. Went to school with Phil & Martha. I know Mr, Sasser will be greatly missed by the family. Pray God will bless each of you and give you strength. I find my comfort in the hope of being re-united with our loved ones in heaven one day. Praying for you....
April 12, 2011
Our fathers may depart the earth, but never their love, never the lessons they have taught us, never their guidance, never the joys that they have brought into our lives. May each and everyone that knows and loves Phil Sr. feel the presence of the Comforter as they grieve. We are here for you.
Susan Love Bullard, Willie, Porter and your brothers and sisters of Real Life Church.
Nancy and Bill Burton
April 12, 2011
Martha...May God send his angels to surround you and your family and give you strength in the days to come. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
April 12, 2011
Martha,our deepest sympathy for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers during this difficult time. May God bless you and give you strength and peace.
Rodney and Lynette Nobles, Conway, SC
Jimmy Richardson
April 12, 2011
Mr Sasser was a great man of our community. We will certainly miss him.
April 12, 2011
Sallie & family, from one broken hearted to another, I am so sorry. I know you all are going to miss him dearly. God bless your entire family. We love you. ~ Kelly Richardson & family.
April 12, 2011
Phillip your father was a true southern gentleman. He will be missed by all of us. Please let me know if we can help in any way. Our thoughts & Prayers will be with you and all your family. Randall Anderson
CAROLYN BABB
April 12, 2011
Phil I am so very sorry for the lose of your Dad My thoughts and prayers go out to all your family if you need anything please let me know.I'm sure he will be missed very much. Carolyn Babb
April 12, 2011
Phil will be missed by many people, but expecially by his family. I know that he and Martha were so very close, as each time I'd ask about her or the family a big smile came upon his face. May condolences to all of you.
Diane Buffkin Creel
Carol Rahter
April 12, 2011
A true Southern gentleman that will be missed by many. He touched so many lives and cared for so many children who needed his support the most. You will be forever in my heart and The Children's Recovery Center could not have grown without your support. My condolences to the family. May God hold you in the palm of his hand during this difficult time.
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