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Brandon Wyatt Obituary
Old Fort - Brandon Shane Wyatt, age 41, of Old Fort, NC, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 3, 2016 in Carteret Co., NC, while vacationing with his family.
Shane was born on December 24, 1974 in McDowell Co., NC where he was raised by his parents Thomas and Betty Woody Wyatt.
He was a Christian man and a member of First Baptist Church of Old Fort and taught the Royal Ambassadors which teaches young boys about missionary work in other countries. He loved his career as a NC licensed professional Land Surveyor and was employed with the NC Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services as a land surveyor and engineer technician. He was also a member of the Masonic Joppa Lodge #401 in Old Fort.
Mr. Wyatt was a lover of nature and felt his best when he was outdoors. He was very involved in conservation and protecting our lands. He loved to look for arrowheads and was a member of the NC Archeological Society. Shane loved to fish, catch and release. He was a lover of history and learning how our ancestors had lived. Most importantly, Shane was a devoted and loving family man and a man of his word. He adored and cherished his family and was a faithful friend to all who knew him.
He was preceeded in death by his father, Thomas Wyatt and grandfather, Herbert Brown Sparks.
He is survived by his wife, Terra Pittman Wyatt and sons Zane Thomas and William Leif of the home; mother, Betty Wyatt of Marion; biological mother, Patricia Sparks Guinn and step-father and friend, Christopher Guinn; a brother, Dennis Wyatt and a sister, Sandra (Ken) Franklin, both of Marion.
A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, August 8, 2016 at 2:00 PM at First Baptist Church of Old Fort with Dr. Don Berry officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the church. A private burial will follow the service.
Kirksey Funeral Chapel of Old Fort has the honor of serving the Wyatt family.
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Hannahjo
June 6, 2023
Everytime I think about you uncle Shane I come to this page and re read it and all I feel is hurt and I´m sorry we were never close but you will always be remembered and loved by me - Hannahjo
Trey Wingate
August 4, 2022
Those of us that got to experience the outdoors with him were blessed. His passion for fishing and the outdoors was unlimited. Each time I am in the woods or on the water somewhere I think of him. Looking forward to our next fishing trip in the hear after. I know he will have it all figured out when I get there. We miss you friend.
John Jarvis
August 17, 2017
It truly doesn't seem like it's been a year already. I keep wanting to reach for the phone to call Shane to set up a float. I hope they have rivers in heaven. Love and miss ya brother.
luke
August 15, 2017
he was a great uncle if i could say one more thing before he died it would be I LOVE YOU
Coach Oakes
May 8, 2017
TP-W, I had no idea until I saw Mason at the WNC awards banquet last night, Phyllis said to let you know we love you and are praying for you.
Angela Greene Gragg
August 10, 2016
Praying that the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ will sustain and comfort Shane's wife, sons and family members in the difficult days ahead.
John Jarvis, William & Shane Wyatt
John Jarvis
August 9, 2016
William Wyatt
John Jarvis
August 9, 2016
Shane and John Jarvis, brothers forever
John Jarvis
August 9, 2016
Shane Wyatt
John Jarvis
August 9, 2016
Renee Jarvis & William Wyatt
John Jarvis
August 9, 2016
Michelle Webb
August 9, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family at this time. May the memories made help lessen some of the tremendous pain you're going through.
Dan
August 9, 2016
Didn't know Shane but was present Wednesday. Sorry for your loss
Jennifer Proctor
August 8, 2016
Terra,
Words cannot express what you are feeling or dealing with right now. I am so terribly sorry for your loss. One thing sticks out and remains strong and steadfast and that is your faith. Hold on to that. Hold on to God. He will see you and the boys through this. You may never know all the answers from the events of that day, but we know how much he loved you and the boys. He passed away proving that and left his legacy for his family. One day, you will see Shane again as well as our Almighty Father and what a day that will be! It does not ease the pain of the present. It does not bring him back, but the love he had for you, Zane, and William will live on forever. Thank you for the impact you have had in Kennedy's life. We love you and will continue praying for peace and strength for you and the boys in the days to come.
sandra nash witt
August 8, 2016
Sorry to hear about Shane. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.l will be thinking of you and I know he will be greatly missed.
Julie Mills - Smith
August 8, 2016
Love you.
Cheryl Jackson
August 8, 2016
My heart aches for you, and I pray that God will comfort your hearts as you seek refuge in Him. I was one of the many who tried to help Shane on the beach, and I am praying for you.
Deana Marsh
August 8, 2016
Terra,
I am so saddened to hear about your loss. Please know that you, the boys, and all of your family are in my prayers. May God give you comfort and peace today and through the many days to come.
With caring thoughts and love,
Deana
Denise Tipton
August 8, 2016
I'm at a loss for words.One is never prepared for things like this.
I'm so grateful that I got to know you and have you as my neighbour for the last 14 years. You and Terra made my transition into this country and small town so much easier than it could have been. You have so many friends who truly looked up to you, genuinely thought so highly of you, they have come out in full force. It's been so lovely reading their memories and what they thought of you. A truly funny, loveable, interesting and genuine guy. You will be sorely missed Shane. RIP my friend. Xx
Trey Wingate
August 8, 2016
Our prayers and condolences go out to the family. I am not sure words can sum up the goodness that Shane brought to all that knew him. His generosity, kindness and love of all things in the outdoors was special. His touch on my family will never be forgotten. May the good Lord bring comfort during this time.
Jackie Shelton Wright
August 8, 2016
Terra I love you and I am so sorry!
Renee Ray
August 8, 2016
It was always a pleasure to work with Shane on a project. We will miss his positive attitude and smile. He was always talking about his wife and kids. You could tell that you all brought him so much joy. He will be missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
William and Jennifer Rose
August 7, 2016
Prayers from our family to Terra and the boys as well to the rest of the family.
Rhonda McKinney and Philip Wright
August 7, 2016
Our prayers go out to the family. May God be with you all. Shane was a great person and a hero.
Brian and Michelle Vess
August 7, 2016
Prayers for strength and peace.
Sherie Boone-Rumfelt
August 7, 2016
Shane, thank you for being a great friend. You are one of the truest persons I have ever met or known. It wld be very hard to find a person who wld come even close to compare. You will never be forgotten and you will most definitely be missed. Until we meet again, goodbye for now, my friend...
Kila Thompson
August 7, 2016
Words seem so inadequate at such a tragic time. Please know that Shane was well liked and respected by all who worked with him. His knowledge on so many topics and his positive attitude spoke volumes of the good man he was. He touched many lives in positive ways. May God guide you through this most difficult time and may you feel the love and prayers coming from so many who care about you. God be with you till you meet again.
Daniel Curtis
August 7, 2016
Terra, Zane, William and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers always. Shane was one of the greatest people I ever had the honor and privilege of meeting. He had an affect on all those he met and knew, more than he realized. There was never a day that I saw him that he was not smiling and talking about family. May you find peace and comfort. Shane will watch over you while shining in the light of truth and God.
Shane, your passing is one of the saddest moments in my time on this world. It is still hard to grasp. You were one of the greatest people I have had the honor and privilege of meeting and spending time with on my journey on this world. The last 16 years you have been like a brother. There was never a time that I seen you that you were not smiling and enjoying life. You were an inspiration and guiding light to myself and others. You are a better person than I.
You spoke of the times you and Terra have had in years past traveling the country in your younger days. You always talked highly and with great respect of Terra. You and Terra some of the happiest people on Earth when time came to Zane and William. They are the shining light in their parents' eyes. We all knew they would be taught all that their knew and would most likely follow in their father's footsteps. Two kids on this world could not have asked for a better mother and father to raise them. They will miss you dearly for all time. Terra, Zane, and William are your enduring memory in your time in this life.
When I first ventured into surveying you were already there working away enjoying the work outdoors. When on project in mountains you would get the job complete and then have time to go fishing afterwards. I remember the time we were in Jackson and Macon counties working what a time it was and lives on as if yesterday in my mind. We got rooms for the week at the Motel 6 in Dillsboro right on the river were most evenings you would fish. You are one of the reasons I continued to enjoy surveying and the adventures it brought. I was looking forward in the near future to get back to working in the mountains and meet up far more often for fishing, lunch, or to talk.
We spent time over the years talking about our families and their history to find that we were related by the Silvers on Curtis Creek. We discussed and traded photos on occasions of people and places. Me, you, and Jason never got the chance to hike up to Moses Curtis's grave on the mountain up Curtis Creek that journey will be made soon honor and memory to you and Jason. We talked over the history of Old Fort and the founding families of which we both belong. We had some great discussions about local and family history over the years as well as other things. I will miss those times.
Shane my brother, bask in the light of God and know that you will meet all again.
Haywood SWCD
August 7, 2016
Sending our most sincere condolences. Working with Shane was always a pleasure. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Judy Guinn
August 7, 2016
We are all so heartbroken. Words just cannot express the sorrow. I hope that you can find the peace of your memories to help you through. He was such a sweet person and so pleasant to be around. You all together made the perfect family and were such an example of what is right in this world. We love you. Judy and Jim
Roger & Cindy Harwood
August 7, 2016
What a precious and humble man Shane was. He may have been quiet but his actions shouted to the world of his love of the Lord, his family and life. The sweetest smile he had. The world is a much better place for having had Shane in it for the past 41 years. The fact that he has two sons that are just like him lets us know we are still in his presence. Terra, you and the boys were so blessed that God chose Shane as your mate and the father of your children. May God's grace comfort and keep you in the days and weeks to come as you begin a new journey. We love you all and are here for you.
August 7, 2016
John and Renée Jarvis
John & Renée Jarvis 1241 Marcela Dr Gastonia NC 28054
August 6, 2016
Shane, I absolutely cannot believe I am writing this. Over the many years I came to know you, you became a 'little' (age-wise) and 'big' (height-wise) 'brother' to me and you will always be my brother. Renée and l send our love to you, Terra, Zane and William forever and always. Shane you'll be missed terribly and more than you'll ever know. The best man, husband, father and friend I've ever known. Peace be with you my brother until I see you again. God's blessings upon Terra, Zane and William during this incredibly difficult time. You have all became part of our extended family over the years and our hearts have been broken as we know yours have. Please, please let us know if there is anything we can do for you, anything at all. All of our love and sympathy, with hearthfelt condolences,
John and Renée Jarvis.
Margie Swann
August 6, 2016
Terra and family, Shane was one of the sweetest people I have ever met. We will miss him so much. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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