Edward Gasque Felkel

Entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 2, 2010, Mr. Edward Gasque Felkel, of James Island, SC. The relatives and friends of Mr. Edward G. Felkel are invited to attend his Funeral Service at 4:00 PM. Wednesday, October 6, 2010, at the James A. McAlister Chapel. Friends may call at the funeral home, 1620 Savannah Hwy. Wednesday afternoon from 3:00 PM until time of service. Burial will be Private. Edward was born in Columbia, SC on January 29, 1956, a son of Saint Elmo and Jewel Parniece Gasque Felkel and attended Charleston area schools. Edward was a lover of music, particularly country western. Having been born with cerebral palsy, he identified with and was particularly fond of blind singer-songwriter Ronnie Milsap. Edward never met a stranger, was known to be flirtatious, and loved all animals, especially his birds. A lifelong company to his mother, Edward's mission on this earth was to leave everyone with a smile through his laugh, his wit and his art of conversation. He set an amazing example to all he met, as he never complained about his disability. His faith was strong, knowing that one day he would be the one walking, running and doing the things that he was not able to do on earth. Edward is survived by his mother of Charleston; his father of Hanahan; his brother: Randall E. Felkel, and his partner, J. Mitchell Crosby, of Charleston; his sister: Stephanie F. Johnson of Hickory, NC. his Fiancé: Susan Bumgarner as well as several half brothers and sisters, aunts, uncles and cousins. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Edward's caregivers: Ramona, Don and Chris. Please make memorial contributions to the Charles Webb Center 1611 Evergreen St. Charleston, SC 29407. His guest book may be signed at www.jamesamcalister.com Arrangements by JAMES A. MCALISTER, INC. 766-1365