Obituary of Darrell Hewett

Darrell Everett Hewett, 69, entered the Church Triumphant and took hold of the hand of Jesus on Saturday, July 29, 2023.

Darrell was born October 2, 1953 in Salisbury, NC to parents, the late Ruby Lois Harwood Hewett and John Burgwin Hewett. Darrell was a graduate of North Carolina State University with a degree in Textile Technology. He was a member of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity. Darrell retired from Spectrum Enterprises as a Hospitality Account Executive. He was a past Chairman of the Mauldin Chamber of Commerce and recipient of the Duke Energy Citizenship and Service Award. Once retired from the business world, Darrell became involved in Trail Life USA as Point Man for the Upstate and Piedmont of South Carolina. Darrell had a passion for guiding boys and young men to “WALK WORTHY” in Jesus. Darrell was a member of Presbyterian Fellowship of Fountain Inn and an elder in the Presbyterian Church.

Darrell enjoyed multiple hobbies and interests including Corvettes, motorcycles, boating, fishing, camping and traveling – best shared with family and friends. He was meticulously organized, had an endlessly curious spirit, savoring and living life to the fullest. Darrell was a gentle giant.

Surviving in addition to his beloved wife of 47 years, Anna Christian Tarry Hewett, are his son Dr. Chad Hewett and wife Renea; brother Alan Hewett and wife Ranee; brother Bryan Hewett and wife Missy; many much loved cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends, and his beloved dachshund, “Buffett”. Darrell was predeceased by his son, Jas Hewett; sister, Vee Hewett; and brother, Johnny Hewett.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge will award to me on that day – and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for His appearing.” 2 Timothy 4:7-8.

Visitation will be 6-8 o’clock on Friday, August 4, 2023 at Fletcher Funeral and Cremations.

A Celebration of Darrell’s life will be at 11 o’clock Saturday at Presbyterian Fellowship of Fountain Inn, officiated by the Rev. Shawn Hevener.

Burial will be at Cannon Memorial Park, Fountain Inn, SC.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Presbyterian Fellowship, P.O. Box 429, Fountain Inn, SC, 29644 or Trail Life USA, 10612 Augusta Road, Belton, SC, 29627 or online @ https://dehtrail-life.dvmgeek.com.

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