Johnston, SC- Funeral Services for Mr. Tyrone Pixley will be held 1:00pm Thursday, June 27, 2024 at the Rosa Spring Baptist CHurch, Johnston, SC where the Rev. Winston G. Oliphant is Pastor and the Reverend Marshall Hopkins is the Eulogist. Interment will follow in the Kennedy Family Cemetery, Johnston, SC. Viewing will begin at 11:00am Wednesday, at the Amos & Sons Funeral Home. Visitation will be 5:00pm - 7:00pm Wednesday.
Mr. Tyrone Pixley was born September 29, 1970 to the late Theodore and Christina Pixley. He was a native of Johnston, SC. He entered into eternal rest on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 12 noon, at Self Regional Medical Center in Greenwood, SC.
He graduated from Ridge Spring-Monetta High School in 1988. He worked as a Cement Finisher for Pixley Concrete and B & T Concrete. He also worked for several other businesses as a Cement Finisher.
At an early age, he was baptized at the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, in Johnston, SC.
Tyrone was the life of the party, a beacon of joy and enthusiasm who effortlessly elevated any gathering. With a big personality and infectious expressions, he created an atmosphere of fun and inclusion, making everyone feel welcome and valued. Grateful for his family and connections he built, Tyrone never took a moment for granted when it came to expressing appreciation for the people around him. Our dear brother is described by many as respectful, grateful, happy, and friendly. He was the type of person who would literally give the shirt off his back to help someone in need. His caring nature and boundless spirit made Tyrone not just a friend, but a pillar of support and positivity in the lives of many.
Despite the many challenges Tyrone faced in his life, he never forgot the love of Christ. He enjoyed gospel music, speaking about the word of God, and spending time with family. Some of his favorite expressions were “I’m running my race” and “Every time I turn around, He keeps blessing me.”
He leaves to cherish his memories, his siblings Theola Herrin, Bobby (Tracy)Pixley, Sr., Christine (Reverand Marshall Hopkins), Elizabeth “Libby” (Daniel) Morris, Theodore (Evelyn) Davis, Sarah (Jasper) Brown, Sheila (Jack) Wilson, Patricia Derricott, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.