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Obituary For Tiny Ann Wilson Baxter
Sumter, SC
First Base Tiny Ann Wilson Baxter was the daughter of the late Willie Wilson and Joletha Wilson, was born May 27, 1964 in Williamsburg County. She was preceded in death by her paternal and maternal grandparents, Johnny & Pattie Canty, William & Tiny Wilson and a brother James C. Wilson.
Second Base She received her formal education in the public schools of Williamsburg and Clarendon Counties. She was a 1980 graduate of Manning High School. After which she was employed at Manning Manufacturing of Manning, Campbell Soup of Sumter, Diebold, Walmart and Eaton Corporation all of Sumter.
Third Base Tiny joined Union Cypress AME Church in her early life and later received Jesus Christ as her personal Savior under the anointed leadership of Pastor Melissa Green. She later joined The Master’s Place under the divine influence of Deacon John and Pastor Rosa Fulton where she served on the Pastor’s Aide Committee and was the coordinator of a legion of other committees.
“Legend”, “Beast”, “Lover of the Game” these are all words that Tiny’s softball teammates used to describe her. She was known to be a dynamic short stop player and home run guru. She started her softball career with the Manning A’s in 1983 and continued in the Sumter Gamecock League. She played with The Expos, The Gable Bulldogs and The Sandhill Pirates. It wasn’t uncommon to hear coaches yell out “put her on” to prevent Tiny from hitting another homerun.
Her greatest victory was the birth of her daughter, Tyandra Latrice Olden-Small. She and Tyandra would spend time together eating rolls of chocolate chip cookies, watching football and NCIS. They also enjoyed taking rides and singing along with old school R&B. Five years ago, Tyandra and her husband, Lorenzo, presented Tiny with her two championship rings, Paisley and Brycen. She took pride in being the greatest grandmother. You could find her in the park blowing bubbles or holding them both at once.
The Final Homerun On August 23, 2021, Tiny Ann Wilson Baxter slid into home plate at Prisma Health Tuomey in Sumter, South Carolina. Tiny’s precious memories will be cherished by her dream team: her daughter, Tyandra (Lorenzo) Small of Shreveport, LA; her bonus daughter, Tyciana Baxter of Columbia, SC; grandchildren, Paisley and Brycen both of Shreveport, LA and Tomory OʹNeal, Jr. of Columbia, SC; three sisters, Patricia (Elder Wilbert) Holliday, Pastor Rosa (Deacon John) Fulton both of Manning, SC and Clarissa Rogers of Kingstree, SC; one brother, Johnny (Barbara) Wilson of Manning, SC; three aunts, Clara C. David and Lillian Canty both of Manning, SC and Ophelia McKnight of Salters, SC; eight nieces, thirteen nephews, six grand nieces, eight grand nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services for Mrs. Baxter were held 11:00 AM Saturday, August 28, 2021 at Grace Cathedral, 60 Oswego Hwy., Sumter, SC. Bishop Anthony Gibson, Pastor; Pastor Rosa Fulton, officiated; Rev. Delbert Singleton, Elder Wilbert Holiday, Pastor Eric Rush, Pastor Anna Lawson and Pastor Melissa Green assisted.
The family will received friends at her residence, 2620 Trufield Drive, Sumter, SC.
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I'm deeply saddened to just found out that such a beautiful Soul has passed on, I meet Tiny and her lovely sister Mae at Campbell Soup Company, and would see at Roy Holmes playing for the Expos, as my husband was a part of the Team. Tiny was a Champion, a Warrior, and a friend, always with a beautiful smile just like a Sunflower 🌻, may her memories live on forever. Peace, Love and Prayers
Huline & Lee Goodman, Sorry for the loss of your love one. Please accept our sincere sympathy and prayers.
To be absent in the body is to be present with the Lord....I know that God makes no mistakes...sleep in peace my friend with that beautiful smile...We love you but God loves you best..
My condolences to the Wilson Baxter family. I'm sadden to hear of the passing of Tiny, she was such a beautiful spirited young lady🙏🏽...Diana Bradley ❤️
We send our condolences to Pastor Mae Fulton and Family. We pray that God give you and the family strength during this time of bereavement.
My condolences to the family. Tiny would be sadden missed because she was always a person you can get along with and have a conversation with and laugh when you wanted to. She is gone but not forgotten.
May God strengthen the loved ones that Tiny left here, until we meet again. Gary Chapman
My condolences to the family on the lost of a beautiful person that touched so many hearts. Tiny you will truly be missed with the kindness you shared, and the love shown towards your family and friends. We'll always miss you, but you'll forever be in our hearts and thoughts. SIP Tiny🙏🏽🙏🏽 Cynthia Williams
Words cannot express the shock, disbelief and overwhelming sadness knowing that we have all lost such a dear friend. You will be so incredibly missed and will forever be in our hearts. Paradise is waiting - Rest peacefully my friend. Love you always, LaDovia Platt-Donaldson
My condolences to the family. Tiny will be remembered. Cassandra Belin
Such a sweet, beautiful, spirited young lady. It saddens our hearts to hear of her passing. Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need. Hebrews 4:16 Tyrone Cummings & Family
Friend and coworker you will truly be missed, sending prayers of comfort to Tiny family. Love, Vanessa LadyVee
Friend and coworker you will truly be missed, sending prayers of comfort to Tiny family.
Tiny,was a person who possessed a great personality and had a laugh that was contagious. I'm glad God allowed our paths to cross for a season. I pray God's comfort for the family during this time. Yvonne Conyers S5B
Tiny, Knowing you has been an absolute blessing! You will always be in hearts. Your friends from ATS.
My prayers and condolences to the family. I thank God for Tiny... such a loving, caring, "tell it like it is" friend. You taught me so much about life and I will always love and appreciate you. Sleep in peace my dear sister.. love Cheryl Isaac
I will miss you my Gemini sister I love you always love Jackie O
Class of 1981 will always remember this beautiful lady Tiny Wilson,for me I remember the days that we laugh,talk and sometimes share thoughts you will be miss RIP,she had a great spirit love you forever and Wilson Family sorry for your loss you have my condolences,Willie E Wilson
We were saddened to hear of the death of your dear Tiny. She was one so loved by everyone she came into contact with.it is our prayer that God will strengthen you as you deal with this process. Love ya, Jerome and Gloria Pugh B
Tiny God place you in our life for a good reason. I learn so much from you. I will miss you my friend. Our last road trip we had some much fun. I always laugh at the crazy things we do, sing,dance, and pope jokes. RIP love you my Sis.
To a fun loving beautiful person inside and out. I pray for strength for the family. We send our heart-felt prayers and deepest condolences. We love you sugar but God loves you best so take your rest. Love Greg & Nicole Taylor
My condolences to the entire family. Tiny was my good friend and classmate. I'm so sadden by the passing of this gentle giant. I will miss you my friend 😢 💔 I will always remember you and that laugh you had that you would always know it was Tiny in the room. RIP 🙏 my wonderful friend 😢. J
I'm so saddened by the lost of a very sweet and dear friend whom I've known for almost all my life the last time we talked we shared a quick conversation and a laugh but never would I thought that today I would her this new I love my friend I will forever miss your smile when we talk . To the family my Deepest Condolences May GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU SINCERELY YOURS VANESSA LEONARD CROOM
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