Richard "Rick" Waller

Richard "Rick" Waller, 49, of Summerville, died Saturday, November 13, 2010, in a tragic auto accident, with his faithful dog, Sadie, by his side.

Rick was born February 2, 1961, in Birmingham, AL, the youngest son of Robert Waller and Margaret Reynolds Waller.

MMCS(SS) Waller served 20 years in the United States Navy as a proud A-Granger, aboard a variety of submarines, retiring in 1999. Rick earned his degree from Limestone University while in the service, and was currently employed by Trident Technical College as Program Leader in Manufacturing, Industrial and Construction Trades. He was a member of the Overton Civic Club and the Submarines Veterans Association.

Rick leaves behind his wife, Angie, of 30 years, and their two children, Robert, 28, who is a sous chef with Norwegian Cruise Lines in Honolulu, HI; and Annie, 24, OSSN (SW/AW) US Navy, stationed in Norfolk, VA.

He will be deeply missed by his wife; children; father; brothers - Randy and his wife, Becky of Charlotte, NC; and Ron of Hanes City, FL. He was especially close with his brother in law, Jim Bertolini of Stoystown, PA. He leaves behind many nieces, nephews, aunts,uncles,cousins, in-laws and friends. We know his darling Mama was waiting for him at the gates of Heaven.

Rick was an avid supporter of the military and taking care of the troops. The family asks that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the USO, P.O.Box 96322, Washington, D.C. 20090-6322, or to Fisher House Foundation, Inc., 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 420, Rockville, MD 20850-5168.

A memorial service for Rick will be held Friday afternoon, November 19, 2010, at Russell Funeral Chapel, 107 West Main Street, Moncks Corner, at 1 o'clock. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until the hour of service.

A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.russellfuneralchapel.net.