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Williamsburg Funeral Home
Williamsburg Funeral Home
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04/29/1967 – 05/02/2025
Cades, SC
Cades, SC
Funeral Services
Funeral services will be held at 5 PM, Monday, May 5, 2025, at Kingstree First Assembly, 872 Sumter Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556.
Visitation
Mr. Cantey’s family will receive friends and family at the church beginning at 4 PM prior to the service.
Memorials
Memorials may be sent to Kingstree First Assembly, 872 Sumter Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556.
William Corneilous “Neil” Cantey, 58, husband of Jade Hardee Cantey, died Friday, May 2, 2025, at McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC, surrounded by his beloved family.
Mr. Cantey was born April 29, 1967, in Kingstree, SC, a son of the late William Corneilous Cantey, II and Sandra McKenzie Cantey. He was a graduate of Kingstree Senior High School. Neil was a tank welder and inspector for T&M Transfer for 24 years. He was lovingly known as “Neil the Wheel” by his family and friends. Neil was a “Jack-of-All-Trades” and was a perfectionist in all his work, especially caring for his truck and yard. Neil loved his family above all. He was a very charitable man and enjoyed helping friends with whatever they needed; without charging a dime. Some say if he didn’t make his daily trip to Johnny Boy’s, they may not be in business right now. Neil delighted in looking at classic cars and appreciated NASCAR racing. He enjoyed both hunting and fishing in his cherished home of Williamsburg County and loved listening to 70s music with the sound blasting. Neil loved his wife’s cooking and bragged on her daily. He was a member of Kingstree First Assembly, where he sat on the front row every Sunday watching his wife sing and clapping for her.
Mr. Cantey is survived by: his wife of 27 years, Jade; sons, Bill (Annie) Cantey of Arizona and Brock (Jayden Hayden) Cantey, of Turbeville; daughters, Doty Cantey and Madison Cantey (Dario) Flores, both of Florence; step-son, Kyle Newton of Sumter; step-granddaughters, Avery and Kylie; step-grandson, Wyatt; grandson, Samuel Nathan Flores; a sister-in-law, Beth (Ricky) Poston of Andrews; a sister, Teri Ward of Greeleyville; nieces, Billie Ann Patrick and McKenzie (Wyatt) Morris; and nephews, Drake Patrick, Lajoe (Cameron) Ward and Richie (Kateland) Poston. In addition to his parents, Neil was preceded in death by a sister, Patti Patrick, and 2 brothers-in-law, David Patrick and Chris Ward.
Funeral services will be held at 5 PM, Monday, May 5, 2025, at Kingstree First Assembly, 872 Sumter Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556. Mr. Cantey’s family will receive friends and family at the church beginning at 4 PM prior to the service. Burial will be private.
Memorials may be sent to Kingstree First Assembly, 872 Sumter Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.
Mr. Cantey was born April 29, 1967, in Kingstree, SC, a son of the late William Corneilous Cantey, II and Sandra McKenzie Cantey. He was a graduate of Kingstree Senior High School. Neil was a tank welder and inspector for T&M Transfer for 24 years. He was lovingly known as “Neil the Wheel” by his family and friends. Neil was a “Jack-of-All-Trades” and was a perfectionist in all his work, especially caring for his truck and yard. Neil loved his family above all. He was a very charitable man and enjoyed helping friends with whatever they needed; without charging a dime. Some say if he didn’t make his daily trip to Johnny Boy’s, they may not be in business right now. Neil delighted in looking at classic cars and appreciated NASCAR racing. He enjoyed both hunting and fishing in his cherished home of Williamsburg County and loved listening to 70s music with the sound blasting. Neil loved his wife’s cooking and bragged on her daily. He was a member of Kingstree First Assembly, where he sat on the front row every Sunday watching his wife sing and clapping for her.
Mr. Cantey is survived by: his wife of 27 years, Jade; sons, Bill (Annie) Cantey of Arizona and Brock (Jayden Hayden) Cantey, of Turbeville; daughters, Doty Cantey and Madison Cantey (Dario) Flores, both of Florence; step-son, Kyle Newton of Sumter; step-granddaughters, Avery and Kylie; step-grandson, Wyatt; grandson, Samuel Nathan Flores; a sister-in-law, Beth (Ricky) Poston of Andrews; a sister, Teri Ward of Greeleyville; nieces, Billie Ann Patrick and McKenzie (Wyatt) Morris; and nephews, Drake Patrick, Lajoe (Cameron) Ward and Richie (Kateland) Poston. In addition to his parents, Neil was preceded in death by a sister, Patti Patrick, and 2 brothers-in-law, David Patrick and Chris Ward.
Funeral services will be held at 5 PM, Monday, May 5, 2025, at Kingstree First Assembly, 872 Sumter Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556. Mr. Cantey’s family will receive friends and family at the church beginning at 4 PM prior to the service. Burial will be private.
Memorials may be sent to Kingstree First Assembly, 872 Sumter Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.
So sorry to hear this.
Sending love and prayers during this time.
Neil worked with my Husband Murdock Gaskins at T&M Transfer and I would see Neil there.
We are thinking of all of you.
Len B. and Claire (Watts) Gaskins
Deepest condolences. Prayers for comfort and peace. Loved our childhood days, trampoline, riding horses, picking tomatos, or cropping tobacco. Those were the good ole days.
Sending love and prayers for your family.
I am Neil’s aunt and I live in Florida. I knew he was sick, but hoped he was better. I am very sorry. Maybe your grandchild will h will help you through this. Take care of yourself.
Neil will be greatly missed. I would see him all the time at Johnny Boys and D.G.
Neil was a very good friend we grew up together in W.O.W.(Woodmen of The World). Neil never failed to give a hug if you needed one and would help you with no questions asked. If it was in his power to help he was definitely there.
Neil was an amazing friend and an all around super guy.
To Neil’s family, my deepest condolences,I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. He was loved by all that knew him.
Sending, Prayers🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻and love to you all.
Rest in peace dear friend.
You will indeed be missed!
So sorry for your loss. He was very nice person when I worked at Jonny Boys in the liquor store. He was always right there to help if I ever need it God bless all. I’ll keep y’all in my prayers.
Sorry for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with the Family.
I’m so sorry to here the passing of Neil we were classmates my prayers to the family may the LORD strengthen you in this difficult time
My thoughts and prayers go up for you all for understanding and guidance thru this time .
I bumped into Neil back few months ago at Johnny boys. It was like we never missed a day in time. He explained to me what was going on and how his life was going. It sadden me then and now. He was a good friend thru our years in kingstree and I always enjoyed talking to Neil when we crossed paths. He always shared great memories of our past and how we all have grown and our children to. Neil will be missed by many…
So sorry for loss.. May God be with you and yours during this time of grief.
May God shelter you and your family in His loving arms now and forever. I was sorry to hear of Neil passing.
I worked with Neil at T & M. Praying for you and your family.
So Sorry for your loss.. May God be with you and your family during your time of need.
Condolences to the family. Very sorry for your loss, my heart and prayer are with you all, during this difficult time.