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Timothy K. Hosley

FUNERAL HOME

J.W. Woodward Funeral Home, Inc.

594 Howard Street

Spartanburg, South Carolina

Timothy Hosley Obituary

Timothy K. Hosley
MOORE, SC-- Mr. Timothy K. Hosley, of 112 Elena Dr. went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 21, 2014. Mr. Hosley was the son of the late Timothy Hosley and Carrie Lee Kelly Hosley.
Mr. Hosley currently served as a hitting and pitching instructor, at Coach Dave's School of Hitting and Pitching in Boiling Springs, SC. Mr. Hosley was a retired Major League Baseball Player. After signing with the Detroit Tigers, he played with the Chicago Cubs and Oakland A's organizations. He was an advent golfer and was involved with many charity fundraising events.
Timothy was a member of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church.
Mr. Hosley leaves to cherish his loving memories: his wife, Phyllis H. Hosley; his two daughters, Sharon H. Wilkins of Spartanburg, SC and Melissa H. (Isaiah) Lee of Stockbridge, GA; his brother, Lonnie (Corrie) Hosley; his three sisters, Vicky (John) Johnson of Boiling Springs, SC, Shirley (Sam) Williams and Eyvonne (Lyndell) Capitol all of Edgewood, MD; his brother-in-law, George (Dorothy) Humphrey of Las Vegas, NV; his sister-in-law Deborah Dimgba of Spartanburg, SC; his granddaughter, Jade Good Lee of Stockbridge, GA; his God Mother Sadie Kelly of Bronx, NY and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and dear friends.
Mr. Hosley is preceded in death by an infant daughter, Alisha D. Hosley.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, January 26, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. The Reverend M. Keith McDaniel will officiate.
Entombment will be held at Heritage Memorial Mausoleum. The family will receive friends at the home.
J.W. Woodward
Funeral Home

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Published by Spartanburg Herald-Journal from Jan. 24 to Jan. 26, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Timothy Hosley

35 Entries

joe hord

February 11, 2014

tim was a hero of mine growing up.

florence pigott

February 11, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Al-Tony Gilmore

February 10, 2014

Tim Hosley and I met at Carver High School, where we we both played basketball and football. He was a very good friend and a gifted athlete.I was working on my Ph.D. at the University of Toldeo, when to my complete surprise I saw him on television playing baseball for the Detroit Tigers. I was flushed with pride, and boasted for some time to all of my friends that a former Carver Tiger has made it to the major leagues.
We only saw each other a few times after his baseball career --once on a plane and the last time at the Carver High All-Class Reunion, a few years ago. He looked healthy and happy,talked about his golf game and invited me to his home. Our coach, Waddell Pearson was with me that evening and he reflected on "Peel Head's" tremendous athletic abilities --and we both agreed that he was a wonderful person.
My sympathies to his family during this period, and I trust each of you will find strength in knowing that Tim Hosley will never be forgotten by those who knew him.
May he rest in eternal peace.

Al Tony Gilmore
Bethesda, Maryland
[email protected]

My first day in the big leagues....thanks to Tim Hosley and Joe Altobelli

Bruce Robinson

February 1, 2014

My deep sympathy and prayers go out to Tim's wife, daughters, family and friends.

Tim and I played one season together in 1978 in Vancouver, BC for the AAA team of the A's, the Vancouver Canadians. Tim was nearing the end of his career and I was a 24 yr old, on the way up. Tim and I were both catchers, but Tim made it clear he wanted to support me and help me get to the big leagues. Between Tim's counsel and the manager's handling of me, I had my best season and was called up to Oakland in mid August that season.

I have always had a fond spot in my heart for Tim, for his jovial manner, but most for the amazing way he supported me when he could have chosen to be a bitter veteran. Tim was an angel for me.

Blessings,

Bruce Robinson
www.brucerobinsonmusic.com

Julie Vance

January 31, 2014

We will miss coach tim he taught our daughter brooke alot we will always remember him our prayers go out to his family

Sharon King

January 29, 2014

As God welcomes Tim in heaven, may the angels embrace the family with their comforting wings.

Ricky Smith

January 27, 2014

Our prayers are with your family. Coach Tim will be greatly missed. He has touched a lot lives. We will always cherish his friendship he was a great friend and coach.

mary kelly

January 27, 2014

may god be with the entire family during Tim's bereavement and prayers for the family and friends.

January 27, 2014

Dear Family,

Tim was my friend. His life demonstrated a trust in the Lord. I will miss him and his gentle and pleasing spirit.

Tommy Biershenk
Boiling Springs,S.C.

calvin kerns

January 27, 2014

Im sorry for the loss.

John Love

January 26, 2014

May god bless Tim's Family. John Love

January 26, 2014

May God bless the Hosley family during your time of bereavement. This is such an untimely loss. He was a multi-talented individual admired by so many people. I appreciate having had the opportunity to compete against him, and with him in sports. He will truly be missed. RIP "Pill". Ray C. Dawkins and family.

Reeves Family

January 26, 2014

Our family was truly saddened by the loss of Mr. Tim. He was teaching our daughter how to become a better player and we looked forward to spending time with him every week. Rest in peace Mr. Tim.
The Reeves Family

Rick Perez

January 26, 2014

My sincere condolences,,,,,rip Tim u gonna be missed ??

Wanda Mills

January 26, 2014

To: Sharon Hosley Wilkins

May God bring you & your family comfort during the time of your bereavement.

Frank Oktavec

January 26, 2014

I am saddened to learn of Tim's passing. We were teammates on the Erie Tigers in 1967. I remember him as a fine young man and a super baseball player. My condolences to his family and friends.

Frances Holmes

January 26, 2014

My sincere condolences to the Hosley family!! May Tim rest in peace and may God continue to be with you!! Praying for the family!!

Victor Jackson

January 26, 2014

May God Bless The Hosley Family:Thank you Mr.Tim"Peelhead"Hosley for taking the time to come to the Bethelham Center when I was a kid and making some neighborhood kids happy,and proud to spend time with our local hero.Thank You and God Bless You Mr.Hosley.

Sabrina and Terrence Jennings-Smith

January 25, 2014

Uncle Tim (Snookie), you will truly be missed! I will miss your laugh, your sense of humor, and most of all your genuine heart. To my Aunt Gwen and my cousins Sharon and Missy, May God comfort you in your time of loss, and we are only a phone call away. Love you all

Chance Lebron

January 25, 2014

May God hold you Mrs. Horsley during this time of outstanding need .

Linda / Annie Martin

January 25, 2014

Phylis
Am sorry to hear about the loss of Timothy, he will be missed. I will miss pick with him and his smile.

MAY GOD BLESS THE HOSLEY'S FAMILY.

January 25, 2014

I'm sorry for your loss. Mr. Hosley was a member of my favorite baseball team, the Chicago Cubs.

Margaret Wilson

January 24, 2014

Dear Hosley Family, Tim and Phylis are wonderful people. Thank you Phylis for sharing Tim with all of us. He and Dave worked together for years. Weshared enjoyable moments when we shared dinner together, which we did not do enough! While Tim and Dave worked together, he touched the lives of our children and grandchildren. They all loved Tim and appreciated his wonderful talent. May God Bless you and your family as you struggle to fill the void.

Curtis and Janice Thompson

January 24, 2014

Gwen, Sharon and Missy I feel your pain. I miss my Uncle and I have to accept he is in a better place. I've had the pleasure of having him as my uncle. I will miss his genuine kindness. Spartanburg will not be the same without him. Mom, Vicky, Eyvonne and Lonnie time will heal the ache in our hearts and the fond memories will be ours forever!!!!! RIP Uncle!

Dian Baskin

January 24, 2014

So sorry for your loss you all will be in our prayers
Dian Baskin and Family

Missy Jamerson

January 24, 2014

Tim was my daughters hitting coach for years. We are so sad to hear of his passing! He was a wonderful man who was loved by many! Your family is in our prayers!

Jeanette Jennings

January 24, 2014

We never know when the Lord will call one of us home. But we have to remember that he makes no mistakes. Even though our hearts ache and we may not be able to imagine this side of glory without him, we must rest assured that we will see him again. We know that Uncle Tim will be an angel in Heaven watching over his family whom he loved so much. I will miss his beautiful smile! Aunt Gwen, Sharon and Missy, my deepest sympathy and prayers are with you.

Joeann Hackett- Murphy

January 24, 2014

Sharon and family,

My heartbis sadden due to the loss of your dear father. I did not know your father but heard such wonderful things about him. Your Mom, I know has a sweet spirit. Godwill comort and take care of your family. If, I could be of any assistance please let Marilyn Porter get in touch with me. Sharon , you are lived by many but god needed anorher angel.

Chuck Ware

January 24, 2014

I was deeply saddened to hear about Tim's sudden passing. I met Tim several years ago at our annual golf tournament in Chester and we would always talk baseball, he's definitely going to be missed.

Herbert "Salt" Walker (Class of 1965)

January 24, 2014

To the Family,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Words can't express the shock and sorrow I felt when I learned of the death of a life long friend. We met over 50 years ago as youth playing little league baseball, and basketball at Bethlehem Center. As we entered Carver High School we were teammates on JV and Varsity football and basketball teams. He was a great athlete, swimmer/diver, and golfer. I will always remember him as a great person, a good friend and the most talented teammate. May God bless his soul and may his spirit live on in our lives.

Greg Kuhl

January 24, 2014

So sorry to hear the sad news about Tim. Hanging out with him at the Detroit Tigers reunion in Florida last March was a tremendous time. All the best to his family and friends.

Jestine Farr-Wiliams

January 24, 2014

I am sorry for the loss of your husband/father. I will keep your family in my prayers. Remember The Lord puts no more on us then we can bear. If you need anything just let me know. Love you

Cynthia & Mike West

January 24, 2014

We are so very sorry and shocked to hear of Coach Tim's untimely death. Our whole family thought the world of Coach Tim. He helped both of our sons improve drastically in their baseball skills. God Bless you and your family!

Venita Tyus-Billingslea

January 24, 2014

Our hearts and prayers are with all of you.

Love,

The Tyus Family

Chuck Scrivener

January 24, 2014

Tim was a former teammate mate and friend, and was a hard nosed and talented player, as well as a charismatic and fun loving guy. Our sincere sympathies go out to his wife and family.

Chuck Scrivener

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