Thomas R. Willyerd, 38, surrounded by family, peacefully passed away on Friday, November 26, 2021. Thomas was born on September 6, 1983 to Betty Willyerd and the late Randy Willyerd . Thomas was a graduate of Irmo High School and an alumnus of Charleston Southern University. Thomas was a proud member of the bands at both schools. Thomas was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed spending his time hunting and fishing. He prided himself in his family history and traditions and worked hard to ensure they were passed along and continued.
Thomas is survived by his mother, Betty Herbert Thomas Willyerd; sisters Lindsay Willyerd and Mandy Carter (Sam); and his tiny best friends, nieces Braylen Willyerd and Sullivan Carter and nephew Tripp Carter. He is also survived by grandfather, Rev. J. Herbert Thomas; Uncle Jamie Thomas (Jennifer) and numerous cousins, aunts and uncles. He was predeceased by father, Charles Randall Willyerd and grandparents Betty H. Thomas and Charles and Louise Willyerd.
The family would like to extend sincere thanks and appreciation to all of those who have expressed their love and compassion during this time. A special thanks to the Joy Class, UUMC choir and Reverend David Anderson for their faithful service to our family.
A funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Monday, November 29, 2021 at Union United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. Sunday, November 28 2021, at Dunbar Funeral Home, Dutch Fork Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to the Green Pond United Methodist Cemetery Fund at 3568 Sunrise Highway, Smoaks SC 29481 or any charity of your choice.
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