10/02/2025
Jean Ghouralal
July 28, 1941 – September 27, 2025
Jean Ghouralal, 84, of West Columbia, SC, passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2025. Born on July 28, 1941, in Marabella, Trinidad and Tobago, to Violet Suban and Jacob Budhoo, Jean's life was one of service and joy.
A dedicated employee at the Social Security Administration Office in Baltimore, Maryland, Jean tirelessly uplifted her community. In retirement, she fully embraced life, engaging with her community at a Bingo Hall and driving a bus, forming lasting friendships and creating cherished memories. Jean welcomed everyone with a warm smile and a delicious meal, sharing love through cooking, hosting gatherings, playing games, traveling, and watching movies. Her home was a sanctuary of warmth, laughter, and love, inspiring all who entered.
Jean took immense joy in the summers spent with her grandchildren, nurturing countless joyful moments together. Known for her spoiling ways, she ensured they had the best experiences during their stays. Her heart overflowed with love, making their time together truly special and impactful. After moving to South Carolina with her beloved husband, Ram, they deepened their faith, becoming devoted members of Eagles Faith Tabernacle Church. Jean loved participating in church activities and cherished her relationships with her brothers and sisters in Christ.
As a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, Jean’s legacy of kindness, hospitality, and joy will forever inspire the hearts of those who knew her.
She is survived by her children, Anthony Ghouralal (wife, Jill Ghouralal) and Andre`Ghouralal (wife, Peggy Ghouralal); grandchildren, Aaron Ghouralal, Angelo Ghouralal, Amanda (Saxton) Ghouralal, Anna-Jean Ghouralal and Ajeanna Ghouralal; great-grandchildren, Alijah Ghouralal, Alana Ghouralal, Aaliyah (Jones), Emmanuel (Jones), Ameriana Ghouralal, Angelo (Joey) Ghouralal, Jace Ghouralal and Lavender (Barnes) Ghouralal; sisters, Janet Mungroo, Sandra Budhoo, Mary Job, and Joan Lall; and brother, Junior Sylvester.
Jean was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ram Ramkalawan, and her brothers, Kelvin Budhoo and Carl Sylvester.
Visitation will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Eagles Faith Tabernacle, 190 Peamar Drive, West Columbia, SC 29170, with a funeral service to follow at 11:00 am. The burial will take place at Southland Memorial Gardens at 1:30 pm, 700 West Dunbar Road, West Columbia, SC 29170.
The family extends their deepest gratitude to all relatives, friends, and loved ones who have shown love and support during this time. A heartfelt thank you also goes to her church family at Eagles Faith Tabernacle, as well as her church family worldwide, for their prayers and support.
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