Thomas “Tom” G. Vermillion

December 7, 1933 - August 29, 2021

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Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest

6710 White Horse Road

Greenville, SC 29611

864-294-6415 |

Thursday 9/9, 11:30 am - 1:15 pm

Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest Chapel

6710 White Horse Road

Greenville, SC 29611

(864) 294-6415 |

Thursday 9/9, 1:30 pm

Greenville Memorial Gardens

7784 Augusta Road

Piedmont, South Carolina 29673

Thursday 9/9, 3:00 pm

Thomas “Tom” G. Vermillion, 87, of Greenville, passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2021.

Born in Greenville, he was the son of the late Jesse M. Vermillion and Mamie L. Grice Vermillion.

Tom was the longest surviving male member of Woodside Baptist Church where he served as former Deacon, door greeter and was a member of the choir. He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. He spent 20 years with the Parker District Fire Department and 20 years at Roadway Express. He was also a member of Masonic Lodge #251 (Monaghan), a 32nd degree Scottish Rite and a member of Hejaz Shrine (Directors Staff).

Tom is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Carol Yeargin Vermillion; daughters, Toni Vermillion Mason and Joy Vermillion Lacey (Michael); five grandchildren, Brock Mason (Tiffany), Cody Mason, Mia, Emily and Pressley Lacey; three great grandchildren, Rylan and Rylee Mason and Madilynn Mason; and his two furry companions “Tommy” and “Daisey.”

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by sisters, Louise Roberts, Martha Bradley and Mary Vermillion; brothers, Douglas and Joe Vermillion. At the time of his death, Tom was the last remaining bearer to carry on the Vermillion surname.

Tom was known for the tremendous amount of love he had for his family and many friends. He loved music, fishing, golfing and his church family. he made it his mission to bring a smile to everyone’s face. He loved to make people laugh and was always up for a good prank.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, September 9, 2021, from 11:30 a.m. until 1:15 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Northwest with a funeral service at 1:30 p.m. in the Northwest Chapel. Burial will be held in Greenville Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Woodside Baptist Church, 301 Woodside Ave, Greenville, SC 29611 or Shriners Hospital for Children, 950 W. Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605.

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Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest

6710 White Horse Road

Greenville, SC 29611

864-294-6415 | Map

Thursday 9/9, 11:30 am - 1:15 pm

Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Northwest Chapel

6710 White Horse Road

Greenville, SC 29611

(864) 294-6415 | Map

Thursday 9/9, 1:30 pm

Greenville Memorial Gardens

7784 Augusta Road

Piedmont, South Carolina 29673

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Thursday 9/9, 3:00 pm

Thomas “Tom” G. Vermillion, 87, of Greenville, passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2021. Born in Greenville, he was the son of the late Jesse M. Vermillion and Mamie L. Grice Vermillion. Tom was the longest surviving male member of Woodside Baptist Church where he served as former Deacon, door greeter and was a memberContinue Reading

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Please know you’re in my thoughts and prayers, i know how much uncle John & aunt Marion thought of you ! Gods peace, Ty Leslie

Tom is a great friend and I really enjoyed working with Tom at Parker District Fire Dept No 2 on Easley Bridge Road. We had a good time together and Tom was always pulling pranks on people. Tom will surely be missed by lots of people. Rest in peace my Brother. Your friend always. Darrell Darnell

We are very sorry to hear about Tom’s passing We will always remember playing bingo with him at the teamsters gatherings and his hearty laugh. The family is in our thoughts and prayers. Mike and Lynn Carter

Your family meant SO much to Uncle John & Aunt Marion. May Gods light shine on you always, Peace & Love, Ty Leslie

Those we hold closest to our hearts never truly leave us. They live on in the kindness they have shared and the love they brought into our lives. Tom brought a lot of love and laughter into our lives. We are grateful for the privilege of having known Tom. Our deepest condolences to Tom's family for their loss. Praying God provides peace that passes all understanding and the comfort that only he can provide. Praying your loving memories will remain forever in your hearts.

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I am blessed with many wonderful memories of Uncle Tom and Aunt Carol. There were fun times spent at their house with Toni and Joy after VBS at Woodside Baptist Church. I know my mom is welcoming Tom in joining her in Heaven. All my love, Cathy

In memory of Thomas “Tom” G. Vermillion, Jennifer Boehmke lit a candle

Tom continually surprised everyone since Christmas of last year by fighting to live and spend more time with his family. I am glad all of you got that extra time. Now his fight is over and he is healthy in heaven and enjoying visiting again with friends and family already there. I remember him pulling us in the little trailer behind the lawn mower when we were little and teaching me to use the riding mower when I lost my own dad many years ago. Always willing to lend a helping hand to my mom as well when needed. I will miss seeing him on his mower in the yard as well as his quick smile and wit. Love, hugs and prayers to Carol, Toni, Joy and the family.

Alan and I are very sorry to hear of Tom's passing. May God be with you all and get you through this.Tom will surely be missed.

In memory of Thomas “Tom” G. Vermillion, Deborah Bailey lit a candle

I am blessed that my daughter Tiffany married your Grandson Brock and now we share two/three beautiful grandchildren, Rylan and Rylee Mae and you have to share Cody’s daughter Madilynn with me. I’ll always remember the get togethers at your house and your famous”You look like you’ve put on some weight” comment. You always treated us all like family. I hear all the time from Your Boys, Brock and Cody how blessed they are to have had a man like you to raise them and they want to instill the same morals and values that you taught them on to their children, Rylan, Rylee Mae and Madilynn. You are a great man and I will, along with many others miss you and you will live on through Brock and Cody. They will make sure of that. Rest in Heaven Tom. You are so loved.

You are correct, from my earliest days living in Greenville, Tom always had a SMILE ready. Thank you, Tom for making me feel welcomed here. Eternal Rest. + RIP+

There are no words great enough to describe this wonderful hero of a man. May God give His comfort in this time of grief and suffering, and hold His children's hands and walk with them through this difficult journey. Can you just imagine the unexplainable joy, being in the Kingdom of Heaven and reunited with loved ones?! I send my deepest condolences and endless prayers for healing. I love you, my family. I love you, Uncle Tom. I can't wait for my "special surprise" and I promise on my heart and soul to treasure it for my lifetime. Rest Easy in Heaven, Uncle Tom. Love, Tabitha Vermillion

I thought the world of Tom. Such a wonderful man! Thank you for your families friendship. RIP good and faithful servant!!!

Toni my dear friend im so sorry for your loss Prayers to you and your family Love Dave

We loved Mr. Vermillion and always enjoyed seeing him as he greeted us at Woodside. Always a hug, a smile, and a laugh. He made us feel so welcomed.

I am very sad to hear about Uncle Tom. I remember when he would come up for day trips to visit Charlie and Louise, always a kidder would have you on your toes and holding your stomach laughing with his wit and jokes. We may lose the people but there memories live on the stories we share they live on through us. Always welcome hearing the stories the memories they bring. If there is anything I can do to help don't hesitate.

So sorry for your loss. Love and prayers to all the family

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