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Thomas Harley Obituary
Tom's love for racing and fast cars fueled his career in the automotive industry. He spent more than two decades working for BF Goodrich, Michelin and Driving Dynamics. During his retirement, he was actively involved in his church and the River Walk Homeowner's Association.
Tom's greatest love and his lasting legacy is his family and he will always be remembered as a devoted husband, father, brother and papa. His four grandchildren were the light of his life. Nothing made Tom happier than cooking great meals for his family, spending time with them on his porch, listening to music, sharing laughs, drinking wine and watching Clemson football.
Tom never met a stranger. He loved people and was always ready to greet you with a smile and a hug. He touched so many lives through his generosity and desire to help others.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Anita; his children, T.J. (Nicole) and Amanda Allen (Trey); grandchildren: Maxwell Thomas, Leo James, Harley Rose, and Jackson; and his sister, Frederica Harley. He was predeceased by his parents, Purves and Frederica Harley, and his brother, Purves Harley, Jr.
A memorial service was held 11:00 AM Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at Eastminster Presbyterian Church in Simpsonville. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Tom's memory to: Eastminster Presbyterian Church; Generations Group Home; The Giving Kitchen; or the charity of one's choice.
Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Harley
11 Entries
December 30, 2018
Please accept my dearest sympathy for your loss. May you receive loving kindness, support, and comfort from the God of comfort. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17
November 10, 2018
My deepest condolences to the family, may you find comfort and strength from the god of all comfort in this difficult time (Isiah 25:8)
October 25, 2018
My deepest condolences to the family, may you find comfort and strength from the God of all comfort in this difficult time (Isiah 26:19)
E. Brown
October 17, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. Words of comfort at John 6:40 & Hosea 13:14 for the family.
September 28, 2018
Offering my condolences. As you remember your love one, may Almighty God and your treasured memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength to endure.
(Psalm 147:3)
September 15, 2018
I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family, sorry for your loss. Jeremiah 29:11 assures us that God is thinking thoughts of peace towards us, to give us a future and a hope, may that bring you comfort in this time of sorrow.
Steve Rilling
September 14, 2018
May you Rest In Peace my friend. You and I shared a lot of time helping one another.
September 12, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort give you the strength to endure. During this sad time in your life. Again I'm so sorry for your loss. BH
Jim Sentivan
September 9, 2018
So sorry to hear about his passing Tom was a great person and it was a honor to know him thru BFG and driving dynamics Best regards
Jill Harley Smoot
September 4, 2018
The last time I saw Tom was when we were kids and our dads were sharing their "brother" stories. We reconnected a while ago. I will forever regret we did not get to visit in person and share our "dad" stories. Our prayers to Anita and the family. I pray they will be Harley strong.
Bette Dufour
August 31, 2018
Tom will live in your hearts forever. Remember his love for you all and you will keep him close. Find comfort in each other and rejoice in the life you shared with him.
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