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Truett Jay Dillingham

09/25/1964 - 02/02/2022

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Obituary For Truett Jay Dillingham

Truett Jay (TJ) Dillingham, 57, of Central, SC (formerly from Barnardsville, NC) entered the gates of Heaven on February 2, 2022. He was born in Dallas, TX on September 25th, 1964 to Phil and the late Veronica Dillingham. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Doug Dillingham.

TJ graduated from Seguin High School in Seguin, TX and received his bachelor’s degree from International Bible College. He served in the US Air Force and US Army from 1982-1992. He was married to Renee Dillingham on October 30th, 1993.

TJ worked for the US Postal Service in Asheville, NC. Following the US postal service, TJ performed physical therapeutics. He also co-owned Angel's Touch carpet cleaning business. He enjoyed writing spiritual warfare novels, cruising, going on various mission trips with Crossfire ministries, watching college football, and especially helping his boys.

In addition to his father, he is survived by his wife, Renee Meece Dillingham; three sons, Kyle Dillingham of Mesa, AZ (Cassie), Jared Dillingham of Pelzer, SC (Ashley) and Eric Dillingham of Bowie, MD; two brothers, Sean Dillingham of Central, SC (Kim) and Tommy Dillingham of Hamilton, TX.

Funeral services will be held at Fletcher First Baptist Church on Saturday, February 5, 2022 at 2pm. Receiving of friends will take place an hour prior beginning at 1 pm. Graveside services will follow at Thomas Dillingham Cemetery in Barnardsville, NC at 4 pm.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Crossfire Ministries; 22 C New Leicester Hwy, PMB #145, Ashevillle, NC 28806.

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  • 02/07/2022

    Renee, just wanted to send our condolences to you and the boys. We are so saddened by the passing of TJ as we have so many fond memories of him. We send our love and prayers to all of you. Many prayers and blessings, Joanie and Tim Koehler

  • 02/05/2022

    Renee, we are so sorry to hear of TJ's passing. You and the family are in our thoughts and prayers. Brenda and Chuck Sprinkle

  • 02/05/2022

    TJ meant so much to my 2 sons! He helped them in so many ways. Not just with therapy but also by mentoring them and helping them with football technique. He is surely someone that we all loved and respected. We are continuing to pray for your family. Michelle, Bryson, Gabe and Mariah Smith.

  • 02/05/2022

    Our family is deeply saddened by the loss of TJ. Our daughter received treatment from TJ on a weekly basis, and we got to know him well. He always had such a kind heart and passion for helping others. We are grateful he was willing to share his knowledge with us in hopes of getting our daughter healthy again. I know there were many in the Clemson Football family that were grateful for his friendship, knowledge and expertise. He will be missed by so many! Sending our love and prayers to his family. Sincerely, The Streeter family

  • 02/05/2022

    Phil, Renee, Kyle, Jared, Eric, Prayers for strength, comfort and peace. 🕊️ Condolences 🕊️ TJ, it was an honor to know you and we always enjoyed the times we all spoke. You are dearly missed. Peace - Karen and Bob Cirkus

  • 02/04/2022

    Renee, I'm so sorry for you and your family's loss.

  • 02/04/2022

    Renee, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers! Y'all were some of the first neighbors we meet when we moved into the neighborhood almost two years ago! TJ made us feel welcomed and so did you! We will miss him! Melinda and Steve Wilbanks

  • 02/04/2022

    I worked with TJ many years ago at the USPS Processing and Distribution Facility. He was always a bright spot in my day, always positive, upbeat and smiling. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Michelle Sprinkle

  • 02/04/2022

    So sorry for your loss praying much for the Family

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  • 02/03/2022

    Renee and family, I am so saddened to hear of TJ's passing. I heard about his illness and have been praying for you all for the past few weeks. " He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away." (Revelation 21:4)

  • 02/03/2022

    Renee, Jared, Ashley and Eric...So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you all. The Preisch Family Todd Tina Olivia Molly (Chris) Noah (Carley)

  • 02/03/2022

    Much Love and Many Prayers~

  • 02/03/2022

    It's hard to not see TJ from our driveway into his backyard and not be able to say hi and shoot the breeze. It's not easy for me to be-friend anyone, but TJ and I had many friendly chats and discussions and interactions, that I will never ever forget. To invite someone into my space is very rare and he was one of the few that could. Always one of my Best Buddies. RIP TJ and God Bless You always.

  • 02/03/2022

    My heart goes out to Renee and the boys . Praying for all of you to be comforted during this difficult time . TJ is resting safely in the arms of Jesus . What a beautiful picture of our hope in Christ . Sending love , hugs and prayers ! Jill Bodenheimer , Rachel and Jake

  • 02/03/2022

    My deepest condolences go out to Renee', Kyle, Jared, Eric, family and friends of TJ, I'll miss the nice conversations TJ and I had over the years. One thing I know for sure is his love of his wife and 3 sons. TJ, you will be very missed by all your family and many friends. The Stananought, Neil, Cindy & Samantha

  • 02/03/2022

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May the perpetual light shine upon him and Doug. Love you all.

  • 02/03/2022

    TJ, you will be missed! I'm glad our paths crossed in 2013 after I broke my leg while playing at Clemson. With the help of you and Sean I was able to gain confidence playing again through the intense rehab. I'm thankful for that but most importantly thankful for becoming a mentor for the next 8 years after that! Til this day I still use some of the methods that you showed me on myself and my athletes! -Jerrodd W

  • 02/03/2022

    Our hearts go out to you upon your loss. Know you are all in our thoughts snd prayers.

  • 02/03/2022

    It was an honor taking care of TJ and your family. Praying for y'all -Brittany RN MICU

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