Johnny Hewitt Gainey Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

On Monday, February 17. 2020, Johnny Hewitt Gainey (Uncle Hewitt) entered into rest. He now sleeps in Christ for a while, until he hears the call of His Lord. Those who proceeded him in rest was his dad, Marion Gainey and mom Josephine Gainey. Surviving are sister, Joyce Ann O’Neal, niece Lorie O’Neal, nephew Larry O’Neal, great-nephew Kadyn Gage Tyner, great-niece Deana Nicole O’Neal. Uncle Hewitt was a dedicated employee at the Cheraw Yarn mill where he was loyal for 31 years. When I think of my Uncle, I think of strength and faith, funny and goofy, loving and kind, and a personality you couldn’t help but get drawn to. He was a wonderful brother, an amazing Uncle who I saw as my best friend and was also a friend to many. He was a faithful member of the Harris Creek Baptist Church and was known as quite the celebrity among our men’s meetings due to the passion in his voice when he sung. Words can not fully express the weight on this family during this very difficult time. Hearts are heavy, but our minds are filled with the amazing memories we had the privilege of making with the one we had the honor of calling Uncle Hewitt. We trust in God and we know that this a moment in time that had to happen, however, one day, one glorious day, we will see our brother, our Uncle Hewitt, our best friend again when we meet the Lord in the air. We thank you Uncle Hewitt for being a part of our lives and being the constant voice in our corner cheering us on. Until we meet again, we love you and will forever cherish you, holding tight to the memories we have of you. Family will be having visitation at Harris Creek Baptist church on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at 2 P.M, followed by a memorial service at 3 P.M.

Johnny Hewitt Gainey

February 17, 2020