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Melanie Warwick Classens, 82, passed away Thursday, July 24, 2014 in Colleton Medical Center in Walterboro, SC.
Mrs. Classens was born in French Camp, CA and lived in Statesboro from 1961 to 2007, at which time she moved to Hilton Head Island, SC and then to Walterboro, SC. While in Statesboro, she worked as a telephone operator with the Statesboro Telephone Company, retiring after 28 years of service and was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. She served in the U. S. Navy in the WAVES Division during the Korean War and was a member of the American Legion Post 90. Melanie was preceded in death by her parents, John R. and Anne Miller Warwick and her brother, Robert Warwick.
Melanie is survived by her brother, John E. Warwick and his wife Mimi of Bartlett, IL; sister, Betty Rees of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada; 3 sons, Michael Classens of Statesboro; Frank Classens and his wife, Tammy of Columbia, MO and John Classens and his wife, Belinda of Statesboro, 3 daughters, Anne Horn of Bloomingdale; Ellen C. Jones and her husband James H. of Hilton Head Island, SC and Tara M. Harrod of Nevils, 15 Grandchildren, 3 Great Grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends 5:00 to 7:00 PM Monday, July 28 in Hodges-Moore Funeral Home.
Funeral Mass will be held 10:00 AM Tuesday, July 29 in St. Matthew's Catholic Church with the Reverend Douglas K. Clark officiating.
Burial will be in Bulloch Memorial Gardens with Military Honors.
Please visit our online memorial at www.hodgesmoore.com to sign our online guestbook and share fond memories with the Classens family.
Hodges-Moore Funeral Home is in charge of funeral arrangements.
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August 5, 2014
may the LORD KEEP HIS eyes cast upon you,bless YOU.EVON WILKERSON,
August 3, 2014
Annette Mikell Wilson
To The Classens' and Warwick family,
Right now my heart is breaking. I love Mel so much. I met Mel in 1982 right out of high school. (I graduated with Tara.) Mel was with me when I had my 2 daughters. My oldest is her god daughter. Heaven has open it's door to another Angel. Please except my condolences. Love always
July 31, 2014
Condolences, The Cecil Strickland Family
July 31, 2014
Condolences to Mrs. Classens' family.
Karl Peace
July 30, 2014
Terry Sapp
Sorry for your family and community loss. The 287 pictures show the character of a very special, loving, and caring woman. Keep the memories close to the heart.
July 30, 2014
Deborah Kile
Sorry for your loss. I knew Melanie thought Ms. Rita and spent many days with both of them. She was a great person and will be miss.
July 28, 2014
Joey Nesmith
Thinking of you an your family.God Bless!!!
July 28, 2014
Robbie Brannen
July 28, 2014
Marlene Ball
Dear Anne, I didn't know your mom, but I share your grief.. I lost my mom 3 years ago and it still hurts. Losing that someone who has ALWAYS been there, nurtured, scolded, taught and loved you unconditionally is very hard. The feeling of loss can be indescribable at times. I pray for your peace, and acceptance. The only words of comfort I can offer is that time does help. I've finally stopped reaching for the phone to call my mom every time something exciting or wonderful happens. Now I speak to her thru prayer. May Gog bless you.
July 28, 2014
Faye Blackburn
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Melanie was one of a kind. Will keep your family in my prayers.
Faye
July 28, 2014
Made & Mike Mikolaitis
We share your grief as a family for the loss of Melanie. But we celebrate with joy the pleasure we felt the many years we knew her. She is gone, God bless her, but she will always be in our minds.
July 28, 2014
Tonia Fadden
Sorry for your family's loss! May your family find comfort in your faith and memories! Sending my love and prayers!
July 28, 2014
julie johnson
Anne, I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
July 27, 2014
Hey Mom, It's me your 1st born daughter "Anne" but 2nd child out of 6... Ya know Mom as your oldest daughter you taught me a lot about love, friendship, honesty, caring, many, many other things in life of years to come but the most important thing you ever taught me was "Respect".. I will always have that 1st & foremost for myself , my brothers & sisters , my son,& every one else !!! "Mom" I really miss ya & I hope & pray GOD helps me & guides me just like he's done for you for all these years.. I want to be just like you, the heart ya have, the smile ya have, the courage & strength ya have, & most of all that love you had for everybody.. When we lay you to rest next to "Grand-daddy Tues my heart is going to be really broken as ya know I was his heart but hey I'll be strong so don't ya worry ok.. I luvs ya "Mom" & tell grand-daddy I luvs him & I'm just as tough as he taught me & I'm okay cos' I know ya'll will be waiting on me with open arms & maybe a belt to spank me & keep me in line, LOL... "I Luvs Ya'll"""
July 27, 2014
Eugene Martin
To my classmates Ann and Frank, the Classens and Warwick families- my deepest sympathy and condolences to you all as you go through this difficult time. Stay Strong and In Prayer and let GOD help you thru your sorrow. STAY BLESSED.
July 27, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss...keeping your family in our prayers. Hugs. Kim and Dean
July 27, 2014
Karen White
I will miss you more now as I can't visit you. I missed not being there to take care of you and Mrs Swygert. As I heard of your passing I cried same as I have read your obituary and done the same. You passed the day before my birthday so it will be a day I will never forget. You told me not to call you Mrs.Classens to call you moma as well as you told my children to call you grandma... I will miss you even more now mom that I will not see your face at the VVH. Rest In Peace I will always love and miss you. Anne, Ellen, Tara and sons that I don't know as well as the girls, I am sorry for your lose and the family will be in my thoughts and prayers
July 27, 2014
Donna. davis hodges
My friend Tara and family, I am so sorry for your loss I ask god to hold yall and help yall through this time cause I know the feeling of losing a mom and it is so hard but god helps us get through it day by day and always remember I am here for yall love y. Donna and family
July 27, 2014
Joann Bowen
God took this wonderfull lady home to be with him. She will be missed.
July 27, 2014
crystal prce
I am so sorry for the family's loss Melanie was a great woman, wife and mother. she was always there when needed. before Melanie got sick we did keep In touch and even after I did call to check on her when I found out. im glad I will always have her smiling memories in my mind not of her being sick or gone. she is now in a better place with god and her other family. I can see her now catching up on every one she was a wonderful lady and I will always be glad to know she was my cousin and family.
July 26, 2014
David & Debra Brogdon
To my wonderful friend Tara and her family, brothers and sisters. May God guide you through this time of sorrow. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all. David and Debra Brogdon
July 26, 2014
David &Debra brogdon
To my wonderful friend Tara and her family, brothers and sisters. May God guide you through this time of sorrow. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all. David and Debra Brogdon
July 26, 2014
To all my dear friends the children of a wonderful lady. Ellen and Tara again we live similar lives. Having lost Dad on Tuesday I feel your pain and know your loss. Ms. Melanie was one of my favorite people. She was full of life and laughter. I love all of you and may God hold you in the palm of hands as he has us during our time of sorrow. Rejoice in knowing we will all meet again. Brenda Deal Albanese and Family
July 25, 2014
Teresa Parker Lively,Danny and Family
To my friend Tara and her Brothers and Sisters and family, Praying for peace and comfort for you all, the comfort only God can give at these times in life that we all will go through, I have many fond memories of Ms.Melanie, she always welcomed me in her home, I loved to sit and listen to her talk, she had the cutest voice to me, and my favorite was her laugh! sending love!
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