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Obituary For Mr. Charles Edward Harley

Funeral service for Deacon Charles Edward “Teaspoon” Harley will be conducted 1:00 PM Thursday, April 18, 2018 at True Faith Ministries, 1008 Clement St., Florence. Interment will follow in Sunset Memory Gardens directed by Smith Funeral Home of Florence, LLC.

Charles, the son of the late Willie and Lena Mae Kelly Harley was born on May 22, 1952 in Florence, SC. He died on Sunday, April 14, 2019.

At an early age Charles attended Salem United Methodist Church in Claussen, SC and later joined True Faith Ministries in Florence, where he served on the Deacon Board.

He was a proud graduate of Wilson High School Class of 1971.

Charles was joined in marriage to Nancy Roary Harley for forty-four years.

He was employed with Stone Container and Evans Ready Mix before his health declined.

Survivors include his wife, Nancy; one son, Charles (Latonia) Harley; two daughters, Melissa (Tony) Planter and Charlayne (Michael) Delaine; eight grandchildren; one great grandson; one sister, Mary Lee Barcus; mother-in-law, Mabel Law; nine brothers-in-law; eight sisters-in-law; a host of nephews, which include his caregiver, Norris Harley; nieces; aunts; uncles; other relatives and friends.

The family will receive friends at 1750 Williamsburg Cir., Florence.

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God strengthens us by giving us "the power beyond what is normal" to make it through it through each passing day. Psalm 46:1 says: "God is our refuge and strength, a help that is readily found in times of distress." Psalm 36:7; "How precious your loyal love is O God! In the shadow of your wings, the sons of men take refuge." Please accept my sincere condolences. Always remember God loves you and he cares for you! (2 Corinthians 1:3,4; 1 Peter 5:7)

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I’m so sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort (Psalms 83:18 Jehovah & 2Corinthians 1:3,4) give you comfort and peace as we await His Kingdom government that Jesus prayed for in the Lord’s Prayer. Revelation 21:3-5 promises us HE will soon end death.... and make all things new.!

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Charles,was great man of God.When i think of my friend,all i can say you fought a good fight.Charles laughting about he going get a gold leg,now my friend you are walking on the street of gold,with Jesus.Nancy you are sweetheart,stood by yourhusband,love you.The Deas Family.Wilson &EuteliaDeas Sr.

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