Johnnie Lewis Player

Johnnie Lewis Player, born on August 18, 1940, in Sumter, SC, passed away on January 18, 2025, at the age of 84. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Johnnie is survived by his wife; Joann McWilliams Player; his daughter, Angela Renee (Shane Strimpfel) Sieber; his sons, Johnnie L (Pamela) Player, Jr; Paul Anthony (Virginia Elaine) Player, and David Elliott (Robin) Player, all residing in Turbeville. He also leaves behind 10 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and his brother, Randy W. Player of Turbeville. He was predeceased by his parents; William Roy Player and Theda Lourie Tarte; his brother, Roger Dale Player; two grandchildren, Kelsey Lewis and Paul Lee. Johnnie had a fulfilling career as a construction manager, retiring from the Lake City Housing Authority. He was a dedicated member of the Pine Grove Methodist Church in Turbeville, where his funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 21, at 3:00 PM, with a visitation at 2:00 PM prior to the service. Pallbearers will include Daulton Player, Brooks Staves, Wyatt Sieber, E.J. Rhinehart, Eric Wilson, and Grant West. Arrangements for Johnnie Lewis Player have been entrusted to Floyd Funeral Home, Inc., located at 136 East Main Street, Olanta, SC 29114. They can be reached at 843-396-4470 or via their website at floydfuneral.com.