Derrick Lamar Wiley Jr.

Derrick Lamar Wiley Jr. obituary, Anderson, SC

Derrick Lamar Wiley Jr.

Derrick Wiley Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Unity Mortuary of Anderson on Jul. 25, 2023.

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Derrick Wiley, Jr., affectionately called ''Droc'' was born July 20, 1997 to Letanya Chamblee and to the late Derrick Wiley, Sr.; but was raised by his grandmother with tender loving care, Dell and Auther McDonald.
Derrick was the brother of Tray and Brandon Wiley; sisters, Mia Chamblee (Bryan Williams), Aaliyah Chamblee and Keyonna Martin. He was the father of one son, ''lil roc'' Zay'Shawn Wiley. He leaves behind a host of aunts and uncles, Kim Chamblee, Kendra Chamblee, Shajuana Boyd, and Chad Wiley.
He was preceded in death by his father, Derrick Wiley, Sr., Linda Wiley and grandfather, Marlee Wiley, Eula and Lonnie Chamblee and Auther McDonald.
Acknowledgement from the Family: We, the family of Derrick Wiley, Jr. would like to thank the T.O.P. supporters, Mount Moriah Baptist Church Family, our community, and all calls, texts, and visitors from our extended family members and friends.
Family, friends, and others whose lives Derrick Lamar Wiley, Jr. touched during his life's journey are invited to celebrate his life on Sunday, July 30, 2023 at 2:00 pm at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, Starr, SC with the interment to follow at Mt. Able Baptist Church Cemetery, Pendleton, SC.
A public visitation will be Saturday, July 29, 2023 from 2:00 pm until 8:00 pm at The Unity Mortuary of Anderson.
The family is at 205 Daniel Street, Anderson, SC 29625.

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July 20, 2024

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July 25, 2023

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jay blankenship

July 20, 2024

I am still in disbelief. I pray you and your family every day. Rest.

Jay Blankenship

July 29, 2023

I am truly saddened to hear of your passing. In my eyes you were always a pleasant young man. I remember when you spent many a night at our home. You will be missed. Gone to soon.

Praying for your son and your family.

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