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Jack R Tyner, Sr.
1928 - 2022
Jack R Tyner, Sr.
1928 - 2022
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1928
DIED
2022
Jack Tyner, Sr. Obituary
Jack R. Tyner, Sr.
Spartanburg, SC- Jack Remus Tyner, Sr., 94, husband of the late Sybil Rankin Tyner, passed away on Wednesday, December 14, 2022.
Born April 16, 1928 in Greenville, SC, Jack was a son of the late Charles W. Tyner and Pauline Rouda Tyner. After the accidental death of his father, he was raised by his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Milton and Hester Seigler Rouda. Jack attended schools in Laurens, Greenville, and Pickens counties before graduation. He honorably served his country in the US Army during the Korean War. Jack worked with Sullivan Hardware Company for 16 years before he founded Regal Distribution in 1962. The company is still active today.
Jack was generous with his time and resources, serving on many boards and being a member of many charitable organizations. He was a former boy scout, a member of The Lions Club, the Mental Health Committee, and the Spartanburg Shrine Club. He was an active member of the Spartanburg Regional Hospital Board for over 17 years before becoming a chairman. Jack was an Interim Emeriti member for 10 years, a board member of the Shriner’s Hospital in Greenville, a Master Mason for 62 years, and served as Potentate of Hejaz Shriners 1969, also serving as treasurer. He was also elected Director of Royal Order of Jesters in 1971.
He is survived by his son, Marty Tyner (Wanda); his daughters, Teresa Boyter (Ric), Cathie Johnston, and Connie Knight (Dennis); grandchildren, Rose Knight, Julian Carswell, Jr. (Kerry), Tiffany Tyner, Allie Stubbs (Ben), Kelsey Perkins (Keith), Jack R. Tyner, III “Jake”, Kenny Smith (Crystal), Linda Knotts (Kris), and Krista Lawson (Ray); thirteen great grandchildren; and a very special friend, Maxine Lee.
Jack was predeceased by a son, Jack R. Tyner, Jr.
The family will receive friends Wednesday, December 21st, 12:30PM until 1:45PM at Dunbar Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow in the Chapel at 2:00PM.
Burial will be held in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.
The family will be at their respective homes.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Shriner’s Hospital for Children, 950 W Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605 or to Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home, 686 Jeff Davis Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29303.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.JMdunbar.com.
Dunbar Funeral Home & Crematory
Terry Yvonne Kiser Sewell
June 6, 2023
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Jerry Jones
December 22, 2022
Jack it was a pleasure to know you and your son's won't ever forget playing golf at the Shriners tournament may you rest in peace my condolences to your family
JimBo Cartee
December 21, 2022
Teresa, Marty, & family of Jack:
It is with sadness that I am writing another one of these so soon to the Tyner family!! In doing so, however, it has allowed me the opportunity to remember some of the “good times” with the Tyner’s.
When I think of Jack, I can’t help but think of Ray Littlejohn and my Dad. And the passing of Jack makes three - it feels a bit like the passing of an era and that only adds to the sadness; as well as, the memories.
Like Dad, Jack lived a long, good life. I told Teresa and others that Dad’s passing was “bittersweet”. “Sweet” because we had him for so long. “Bitter” because he is no longer with us! I hope/pray that this will be a celebration of a life well lived.
Jack was at Dad’s receiving of friends in October. We were very surprised and happy to see him. AS a side note, I don’t know how he got there, but I believe he drove!? Anyway, he was there to pay his respects to his old friend, Jim “Cantee”?! “Cantee”??? There is a story that goes with that. It has to do with Dad making dinner reservations (Jack was there and maybe others) at a restaurant, and when it came time to be seated, the hostess called out for Jim “Cantee”. And from that moment on, Jack called Dad, “Cantee”.
In October Jack reminded me of a story involving me. He and Sybil were at our home in Knoxville. I had a date with my future wife to be (Diana) and it was to some sort of formal dance. Well Jack thought a special dance with a special someone meant going in a nice car. That car turned out to be his Cadillac. He volunteered his car for me & Diana to use it for the evening!! Fortunately, I brought it back in one piece!
Sue, Ray, and I were aware that Dad and Jack talked on a regular basis. Those phone calls were such a blessing to Dad and probably to Jack, too!? Additionally, I know of one trip/visit by Jack and Jackie to Dad’s assisted living facility in Georgia. When Dad told Sue that Jack and Jackie had been there, initially, she just said, “sure Dad”, but was doubtful. But the staff verified that they, indeed, had been there! Again, what a blessing!
AS ya’ll probably know, Dad had dementia. However, he still retained long past memories up until his passing. And he did not ever forget his kids and family. I believed it to be a gift and a blessing that Jack, unlike Dad, was still very much in control of his faculties.
I read where Jack was 94. Dad would have been 94 at the end of November. I wonder if he and Dad had a bet on who would live the longest?? Maybe some day, we will know?!
One final note - Sue, Ray, me, and our respective families will be making a donation in memory of Jack to the Shriner’s Hospital for Children.
You are in our thoughts and prayers - and will be for some time to come! I hope/pray that this will be a time to remember, reminisce, and maybe even to laugh a little.
God Bless!
JimBo & Diana
Susan Cartee Thornton
December 21, 2022
To Teresa, Marty and the whole Tyner family,
I got to see Mr. Tyner at my Dads funeral in October. He had made a huge effort to be there and it meant so much to all of us. I did not know it would be the last time that I would see him! I have
known the Tyners since I was born. We spent some holidays together and traveled to the beach together, and just did many things that families do together. I have the most wonderful memories. Our parents were best friends and best friends to the very end. I pray they are all together in heaven and having a wonderful reunion!! I wish I could be there today for the funeral. I have family sickness and other things that keep me from traveling to Spartanburg. My family has made a donation to the Shriners Hospital for children. We are all thinking of you and so sorry for all the loss that your family has been through!! We will always love you all and will be praying for you!!!
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Pamela Davis
December 20, 2022
So very sorry to hear of Mr. Tyner's passing. And so close to his son's passing. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. I was a friend of Marty's in school. Pamela Jones Davis
Putnams Carpet Sales
December 20, 2022
To all the family and employees at Regal Distributing: Mr. Tyner was a great friend of our business. We loved when he would come by to see us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Carolyn, Steve, Lisa, and Jesse
Ray and Nancy Blackwell
December 20, 2022
Hi Teresa. So Sorry to hear about your Brother and your Dad. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and Ric and Family.
Robert & Sheila Taylor
December 20, 2022
We are sorry for your loss of Jack and Jackie. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God heal your broken hearts and give you peace.
Carl & Laura Grizzle
December 19, 2022
Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers ❣
Mac Taylor
December 19, 2022
Teresa, Marty and all the Tyner family, I am very sorry to hear about the loss of Jack. I always enjoyed my time with him. He was such a friendly and engaging man. We will all miss him. Just remember all the good times you shared with your father. My thoughts and prayers are with Jack, Jackie and you all.
Phyllis Shropshier
December 19, 2022
Marty and family,
Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this time and in the days ahead.
Angelina King
December 18, 2022
May God Bless His Family Always
Faye Boukedes
December 17, 2022
My thoughts to the family and prayers. I remember our good times with jack and Sybil.
Lisa Gibson
December 17, 2022
Marty, Tiffany and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Jackie Tyner, Jr., your brother and one week later Jack R. Tyner, Sr., your father.. at this special time of the year Our hearts go out to you and your family and you all are in our thoughts and prayers..Love Hugs
Lisa & Mike Gibson
Debra Johnson
December 17, 2022
Teresa, my heart goes out to you & your family. I can only imagine how hard it must be to lose you dad & brother, especially at this time of year. The angels' gain is our loss. I remember many times around all of your when growing up in Woodland Heights. Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. I will be praying for all of you. Love you!
Debbie Davenport
December 17, 2022
DEAR ALLIE, KELSEY, & JAKE,
AS WE EXTEND OUR HEARTFELT EMPATHY IN THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD & G-DAD, WE LIFT ALL OF YOU IN PRAYER THAT GOD'S GIFTS OF GRACE WILL SUSTAIN YOU WITH PEACE & BRING COMFORT AS YOU CELEBRATE THEIR LIVES & TREAURE YOUR PRECIOUS MEMORIES. LOVE,
DEBBIE & GERALD DAVENPORT
Rose Richards
December 17, 2022
MR.JACK I AM GOING TO MISS YOU AT EDEN TERRACE! I ENJOYED COOKING YOUR STEAK FOR YOU, AND YOU ALWAYS SHOWED ME LOVE! THAT BEAUTIFUL SMILE AND YOUR KINDNESS! CONTINUE TO WATCH OVER US AT EDEN TERRACE! I LOVE YOU AND GO GET YOUR CROWN IN HEAVEN!
Always smiling
Connie Knight
December 16, 2022
Sweet memories at family reunion.
Connie Knight
December 16, 2022
Connie Knight
December 16, 2022
Always in our hearts.
Fran Bagwell
December 16, 2022
My deepest sympathy to Teresa in the loss of your father and brother.
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