RICHARD WASHINGTON
Richard Washington, 52, transitioned into eternity on Sunday, Dec. 23, 2018, at Palmetto Health Toumey.
Born on Aug. 20, 1966, in Sumter County, Richard was educated in the Sumter School District. However, he realized that his passion was in making repairs and taking on projects with his hands, that's how he became known for being the "Jack of all Trades," so he ended his secondary education to join the workforce. Richard championed a long 23-year career with Florence Concrete in Sumter as a load operator, concrete driver and boiler watcher. He also shared some years of employment with the City of Sumter. Richard had a power-packed personality. He was known for his smile and his infectious laughter. He had an affinity for motorcycles and high speed vehicles. With his love for music, outdoor grilling, speedy cars and motorcycles, it was destiny that led Richard to join the Thunderguard Motorcycle Club. Richard's ministry was in helping those who could not help themselves.
He leaves to cherish his memories: four children, Syleeta Nicole Washington (Nicholas) of Sumter, Richard Lee Boone of Rock Hill, Forrest Dominic Washington and Nialah Washington of Sumter; also reared in the home and viewed as a son, Tyrone Williams; his mother, Mattie Washington Boone; his fianc , Sandra Thomas; four grandchildren; seven siblings, George Washington (Martha), Mary Lynn Eddy (Tony), Booker T. Washington III (Jeannie) of New Castle, Delaware, Rickey Govan of New York, Ernestine Govan, Roberta Govan and Roleasha Wilson of Columbia; and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends.
The family is receiving relatives and friends at the home, 24 Logan St., Sumter.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Union Station AME Church, 945 S. Main St., Sumter, with the Rev. Donna Jackson, pastor of Pine Hill AME Church, officiating, eulogist.
The remains will be placed in the church at 10 a.m.
The funeral procession will leave at 10:30 a.m. from the home.
Burial will be at Bradford Cemetery, Sumter.
Services directed by the management and staff of Williams Funeral Home Inc., 821 N. Main St., Sumter. Online messages may be sent to the family at williamsfuneralhome@sc.rr.com. Visit us on the web at www.WilliamsFuneralHomeInc.com.