Essie Dye's obituary , Passed away on January 15, 2026 in Greenwood, South Carolina

Essie Dye

October 29, 1943 - January 15, 2026 (82 years old)

Greenwood, South Carolina

Essie Dye's obituary , Passed away on January 15, 2026 in Greenwood, South Carolina

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Percival-Tompkins Funeral Home

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Essie Dye

October 29, 1943 - January 15, 2026 (82 years old)

Greenwood, South Carolina

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Essie Dye Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Essie Dye (Greenwood, South Carolina), whose life came to an end on January 15, 2026 at the age of 82, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Essie Dye or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her husband Wiley Dye, Jr.; her parents, Charlie Coleman and Alice Moore Coleman; her sons, Anthony Dye and Calvin Dye; her grandson Theus D. Coleman; and her sisters, Mozelle Coats and Alice Shaw.

She is survived by: her children, Elder Stanley Dye of Greenwood, Deborah Coleman Smith, Beverly King (Theodore) of Greenwood, Lisa Dye of Aiken, SC and Teshanna Cunningham (Terry) of Greenwood; her brothers, Marion Coleman and Larry Coleman (Dorothy) of Greenwood; and her sisters-in-law, Corena Harling of Hodges and Jennie Vee Faucette of Greenwood. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Percival-Tompkins Funeral Home



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Jan 21

Viewing

Percival - Tompkins Funeral Home
330 Magnolia Ave, Greenwood, SC 29646

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Jan 22

Lying in state

Second Damascus Baptist Church
506 State Rd S-24-154, Troy, SC 29848

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Jan 22

Funeral service

Second Damascus Baptist Church
506 State Rd S-24-154, Troy, SC 29848

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Jan 22

Burial

Second Damascus Baptist Church
506 State Rd S-24-154, Troy, SC 29848

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