Mr. Dwayne Tye of Atlanta passed August 17, 2021. Funeral service for Mr. Tye Will be held August 27,2021 in our Chapel at 11:00am. Viewing for Mr. Tye is from 1:00pm to 6:00 pm on Thursday August 26, 2021. All attendees must wear a mask while our Chapel seats 400 which allows for social distancing. Service will be live stream (the link is at the end of her obituary on our website (www.smithdennissmithfuneralhome.com). Interment:Southview Cemetery.
Dwayne L. Tye known as “Pee-Wee,” son of the late Betty W. Tye was born on May 30, 1961 in Atlanta, GA. He attended Atlanta Public Schools where he graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. At an early age he professed his faith in Jesus Christ and joined Antioch Baptist Church North where he was dedicated member. He was united in holy matrimony to Mrs. Rena Tye in July 1994.
Dwayne worked for the Atlanta Braves as usher and later joined Turner Broadcasting where he was supervisor for over 25 years where he met his dear friend Ocie Stodghill (Buddy Rowe) and Clarence Simmons.
Dwayne had a passion for baseball and sports and often volunteered as a coach at little league games. Dwayne’s hobbies included photography and videography. Dwayne’s cherished his role as “Grandpa” & he loved spending time with his grandchildren and family.
His generous spirit and pleasant personality warmed the hearts of so many people. Dwayne quietly departed this life on August 17, 2021. He was preceded in death by his Mother and 5 brothers James, Bismarck, Gregory, Robert, and Kelvin. His life will forever be cherished in the lives of his children: Kevian (Janine) and Spanyon Weems
Granddaughters: Amber, Tierseney, Kamya, Kassidy, and Lorryn, 2 Sisters: Carolyn, Kallie (Charlie) Sherman; 4 Sister in laws: Peggy, Janie, Charline (Demetrius), Sharon Williams, Brother: Anthony and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends
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