Anthony Padgett

August 25, 1946 - December 22, 2020

Anthony Aylor “Sonny” Padgett, 74, of Easley, Widower of the late Nancey Jeraldine Moore Padgett, passed away peacefully at his home with his daughter and two grandsons by his side, Tuesday, December 22, 2020. Born in Rocky Mount, NC, he was the son of the late Aylor Aron and Darlene Elizabeth Williams Padgett. Mr. Padgett served in the US Marine Corps during the Vietnam conflict, and was a Purple Heart recipient. He retired as maintenance supervisor at St. Francis Hospital, and was a member of LIFEchurch in Dacusville. Surviving are his daughter: Jacquelyn Padgett Gamble; two sisters: Patsy Darlene Padgett and Pamela Padgett Keith (Ricky); and two grandsons: John Anthony Abercrombie and David Luke Abercrombie. Along with his wife and parents, he was predeceased by two brothers: Gerald Malcolm Padgett and John Edison Padgett; and two granddaughters: Jordan Leigh Abercrombie and Elizabeth Abercrombie. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at LIFEchurch in Dacusville. Burial will follow in Graceland West Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at LIFEchurch. The family will be at their respective homes. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.thehowzemortuary.com The Howze Mortuary, Travelers Rest, is in charge of the arrangements. (864) 834-8051