Tommy William Read Obituary
We bid farewell to Tommy William Read in Spartanburg, South Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 1, 2024 at the age of 83. Tommy William touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Tommy William Read to pay them a last tribute.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping Tommy William's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Aaron C. Read and Juanita C. Read; and his wife Helen Carroll Read. He is survived by: his stepdaughters, Wanda Clippard of Spartanburg, SC and Carol Clippard of Spartanburg, SC; his cousin Judy Carter (Kenneth) of Boiling Springs; his close friend Melrose Smith, III (Erreeyal) of Spartanburg; and his cousins, Judy West Carter (Kenneth) of Boiling Springs and Joyce West Veytia (Ralph) of Spartanburg.
A graveside service was held on Saturday, December 7th 2024 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Greenlawn Memorial Gardens- Spartanburg (1300 Fernwood Glendale Rd, Spartanburg, SC 29307).