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1943
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2014
Troy Usher Obituary
Tamassee
Troy Clarence Usher, Jr., born in Bennettsville, SC, on August 16, 1943, died at his home in Tamassee, SC, on April 3, 2014. After a trip to the store and while beekeeping in his yard, Troy sat down to rest, and peacefully went to sleep.
A celebration of Troy's life, with military honors, will take place at 2 p.m., Monday, April 7, 2014, at Seneca Presbyterian Church, 115 West South First Street in downtown Seneca with a reception to follow that will include honey from Troy's beehives. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Troy's memory to Honor Flight Upstate, P.O. Box 838, Simpsonville, SC 29681.
After graduating from Clemson University in 1965, Troy served in the Air Force as a jet fighter pilot and forward air controller in Vietnam. He retired after a career as a commercial airline pilot. Troy was an avid beekeeper and was typically involved in a building project of some sort. His favorite activities included zinging one-liners to the unexpecting listener, bush-hogging a field, tending to his animals, conversing over morning coffee with his beloved bride Marti, operating a piece of heavy equipment, sharing his honey with others, and enjoying a big bowl (or carton) of vanilla ice cream. His sharp wit and charm brought humor to even the most difficult situations.
Troy is the son of the late Elizabeth and Troy C. Usher of Hartsville, SC, and is predeceased by sisters Sara Usher and Winifred Henderson. He is survived by his wife of 27 years, Martha Wells Usher of Tamassee, SC; his son Todd, daughter-in-law Michelle, granddaughters Morgan and Emme, and grandson Connor Troy Usher of Greenville, SC; his daughter Ellen Usher of Lexington, KY; his stepson Justin and granddaughter Lisa Williams of Rochester, NH; his niece Sara Henderson of Mountain Rest, SC; his nephew August, wife Susan, and son Liam Henderson, of Austin, TX; and beloved pups, Olivia and Hoover, and cat Ruby.
In a typical gesture of his selfless generosity, Troy had arranged for his body to be donated to the USC School of Medicine for medical study and research. The family would like to express gratitude to all who cared for Troy during his ongoing treatment for leukemia, including the doctors, nurses, and staff, as well as the many anonymous blood donors, who made his life with leukemia possible.
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Cpt Rudy E. Mack SR
December 22, 2014
Troy was a great guy in my book and a good pilot. I was honored to fly with him and he honored me as one of the first Black pilots for Southern Airways.Fly West my friend.God speed Troy Usher Jr.
December 22, 2014
We just found out about Troy's passing! What a great man, he was the consummate gentleman.It was a pleasure to fly with him,and we were so touched by the tribute on FaceBook! He was loved by many and will be missed. May God Bless.
Carol & John Green
David Norvell
December 21, 2014
I just found out today of Troy's passing.
He was a true gentleman and a superior pilot. Without a doubt, one of the nicest guys I ever worked with.
First Officer Woody Harrington
December 20, 2014
Troy was a great Captain, role model and person. It was my good fortune to have known and worked with him.
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Sydney Powell
April 10, 2014
Sorry to hear about Troy.You are all in my thoughts and prayers.Classmates HHS 1961
jennifer rhodes, RN, 5D GHS
April 9, 2014
Mr. Usher was such a sweet patient. He always made everyone laugh and his beautiful wife was so sweet as well. Thank you for letting me be his nurse and blessing my life.
Jean Lucas GHS 5D
April 9, 2014
Mr. Usher, you were SUCH a joy to take care of. You always had a smile on your face!! I will miss you so much...and our nightly walks around the floor! I feel so lucky to have known you and your family! You will all be in our thoughts and prayers! I will never forget you!
Morgan Gregg
April 9, 2014
Can't even put into words how much I will miss him, as well as how much we will miss seeing the whole family at GHS. Mr. Usher was a tremendous light and SUCH a joy. He kept us in stitches laughing no matter how brutal the chemo regimen. You all are in my thoughts, especially during my race on Sunday that I'll run in honor of him and many others who fought an extremely hard battle against cancer.
Norma Tellez
April 8, 2014
Mr. Usher! There are no words to describe how much I am going to miss you! It was a priviledge to take care of you!
Mims Mobley
April 8, 2014
What an interesting life Mr. Usher had! From Jet Pilot to Bee Keeper and brighting peoples life with honey and one liners! I certainly would have treasured knowing Mr. Usher as I know his friends and family must have! My thoughts and prayers go out to all who have felt the loss, especailly to Todd and Michele.
May the lord comfort you during this time!
Lee Wright
April 7, 2014
Having been childhood friends with Todd in Roswell, Ga., I was very fortunate to know Mr. Usher growing up as a boy. We lived in the same subdivision, Todd and I went to elementary school together and were in the same class at least twice, were in Cub Scouts together and we played sports together as well. What I remember the most about Mr. Usher was his wit, charm and good home-spun personality. Todd and Ellen, your father was a wonderful man, and this is definitely a tough period right now. We all have simply wonderful memories of him. Just know that you are in my prayers and I am thinking of you a lot.
April Davis
April 7, 2014
Mrs. Usher, I just want to say that I am so sorry for your loss. What a privilege it was to have known him. I am so blessed to have gotten to know you both. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathy Rosado
April 7, 2014
To family mr usher was a great person I was one if his techs at ghs he was one of a kind I am bjessed to have met him prayers be with you all
Ken and Staff Elite Plumbing Services
April 7, 2014
Todd and Michelle,
Sounds like you lost a wonderful person. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Christopher Andrews
April 6, 2014
Todd and Michelle,very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts.
Martha Brunson
April 6, 2014
I am so very sorry to learn of Troy's passing. He was an exceptional man and a joy to know. Marti and Family, you will be in my thoughts and prayers during these difficult days ahead.
Cheryl Cantrell
April 6, 2014
Todd and Michelle, so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Jim and Cheryl Cantrell
Carol Andrews
April 6, 2014
So very sorry for your loss.
You are all in our prayers.
Love,
Aunt Carol
April 6, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.
Dianna G.
April 6, 2014
Thinking of you.
Everett & Judy Thomas
April 6, 2014
Judy and I are praying for you during this time and lift you up asking for God's comfort and peace.
Everett & Judy Thomas
April 6, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family
Lou and Mary Hutchings
April 6, 2014
We will keep all of the family in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you in this time of loss.
Robert & Anna Rawlings
April 6, 2014
So incredibly sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort in your grief for all friends and family members. He will be forever in your hearts and memories.
Eddie Weldon
April 6, 2014
We were saddened to hear of Troys death. While we had not seen him much over the past years we both have many fond memories with him. Troy and Eddie were good friends for many years and he was in our wedding. They were able to share a wonderful trip to Kentiucky several years ago. We are in Florida at this time at our place here so will not be able to attend service. Our thoughts will be with all of his family. Travis and Eddie Weldon
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