Mr. Haywood Thomas McCormick Obituary in Wadesbaro at Smith's Funeral Home

Obituary For Mr. Haywood Thomas McCormick

HAYWOOD THOMAS McCORMICK was born April 5, 1950, in Wadesboro, NC, to the late Cora Mae (Tillman) McCormick and James McCormick. He departed this life on May 25, 2024.

Haywood graduated from Bowman High School in 1969 and enlisted in the United States Army that same year. In 1973, he went on to study Welding and Vending Machine Maintenance at Richmond Technical Institute. In 1986, he earned the title of Refrigeration Service Technician via the Frick Company.

Haywood worked in refrigeration for many years at Holy Farms/Tyson Foods and Cuddy Farms/Wampler. During those years, he earned many certifications, including Ammonia and Industrial Refrigeration, Hazmat, and Leadership. He completed his career as Manager of Refrigeration at the Wal-Mart Distribution Center in Pageland, SC. Throughout his career, he met many people and made many lifelong friends. He could strike up a conversation with just about anybody.

Haywood also owned McCormick’s Handyman Service in the late 80’s. During that time, he worked on many houses in Anson and Union Counties.

Haywood loved fishing, collecting arrowheads, and working on his favorite truck.

Haywood was also an avid gardener. He could grow anything but hardly ever ate all of what he grew. He took joy in watching it grow. Many times, food from his garden was shared amongst family and friends.

He married the love of his life, Louisiana Jackson McCormick on January 1, 1972. To that union was born one daughter, Temeka McCormick Adams, who gave him the other two loves of his life, James (aka AJ) and Gage. He loved his grandsons dearly and cherished spending time with them.

Haywood was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Louisiana Jackson McCormick, and his brothers, John McCormick, James McCormick, Jr., and Raymond McCormick.

He leaves to cherish his memories: daughter Temeka Adams (James), grandsons James and Gage; four sisters, Phillis McCormick (Ronnie), Sally Taylor, Dora Bennett, and Flora Little (Jimmy); one brother, Alexander McCormick. He also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends.

The Homegoing Services will be on Thursday, May 30, 2024, 1:00pm, Smith's Memorial Chapel, 604 Salisbury Street, Wadesboro, North Carolina. Interment will follow at Westview Memorial Park, Polkton, North Carolina.

The McCormick Family will greet family and friends on Thursday, May 30, 2024 from 12:30-1:00pm at Smith's Memorial Chapel and at all other times at the residence.

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Lanita Whitehurst sent Ocean Devotion for Mr. Haywood Thomas McCormick - May 30, 2024

To the McCormack/Adams Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Haywood was a kind, interesting, and generous person. I hope happy memories of him are a comfort to you. --Lanita Whitehurst

Traci Blackwelder sent Garden of Memories for Mr. Haywood Thomas McCormick - May 29, 2024

We want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Your father's spirit will forever shine through you, and his love will continue to guide your path.
NC DAC Outreach Team

Temeka and Family, the McCormick family are in our thoughts and prayers. Please accept our deepest sincere condolences during your time of sorrow. May Mr. Haywood memories comfort you and your family. Vance, Mittie, Thomas, and Bryson McCoy of 608 East Wade Street Wadesboro, NC.

On behalf of Myself and the staff of Anson County Sheriff's Office, we extend our deepest sympathies to the family at this time. We pray that you will have comfort in the midst of your pain and peace in the midst of your sorrow. Sheriff Scott Howell

Blessings to the family. Callie & Susan Little

Condolences To The McCormick Family And Friends. May God Continue To Bless And Keep You In His Care. Regards, Barbara A. Ratliff & Family Class of '66 WDCHS

Praying for the McCormick family that God strengthen you at this time of sadness.
Burns Family

Our thoughts and prayers are with Jigg and the entire McCormick family. Haywood was a close relative and friend. He was the next door neighbor of our parents for many years. From our earliest childhood memories I recall Haywood as being a hard worker and an easy to get along with type of person. "Zack Little"

Mr. Haywood was a wonderful man and I will miss him dearly. ~ Donella R. Adams

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Shonda Chambers

Sorry about your lost. The lowery's

Sorry for the lost of your loveone. The lowery's

Sorry for your loss Temeka
Jennifer Kendall

I'm sorry to hear about Haywood passing.We worked to gether, and I knew the family. I am praying for the family.Annie Robinson and family.

Temeka I didn't know your father personally, but it felt as if I did. You spoke of him with deep love and reverence during our many conversations. Please know I am praying with you and for you and your family during this difficult time. We stand united. Your friend and team member, Beverly.