MC CORMICK, SC - It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Donald F. Tummons, on November 25, 2022 at the age of 68. He was a man of great faith and knew he would be cradled in the arms of God at His time. His family was surrounding him as he peacefully passed into his eternal home.

He grew up in Saranac Lake, NY with his parents and 4 siblings. There he loved skiing, fishing and the outdoor life. As a teenager he worked at Betty's Restaurant and there he developed his last 16 years at AU Health later specialized in caring for adult cystic fibrosis patients. He loved what he did and those he worked with.

He has many interests and talents. Besides cooking at church for functions Don performed in the church theater group and worked closely with the pastors where he felt the call of God deepened his spiritual life. He went on the walk to Emmaus and served on several teams helping others on their journey.  Wherever we moved Don got involved. More recently with Green curtains theater group, church drama directing, Cafe Du Don in church, Community Chorus, hand bell ringing and choir directing. He also was a Stephen Minister and filled in on occasion preaching for the pastor. Don's life was full and his outreach was wide.

He was preceded in death by his mother and father, henry and Teresa (LaBrake) Tummons and his sister Irene Tummons. He is survived by his loving spouse, Carol Tummons of McCormick, Savannah Tummons of DesMoines, IA; and two grandchildren, Aryanna and Marcus Leraaen . He also is survived by 7 fur babies. His siblings, Patti (Tummons) and David Mitchell of Naples, FL; Bruce (Pam) Tummons of Naples, Sandra (John) Gagnon of Saranac Lake, NY and several nieces and nephews

A Celebration of Life service is planned for January 7, 2023 at 11 am at McCormick United Methodist Church in McCormick, SC. For those unable to attend the service will be live-streamed at McCormick UMC.org. For those able to attend the service, most of you know he was an avid fan of the Cleveland Brown football team. So if you could wear something orange and/or brown, we know he would be pleased.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the GA Cancer Center, the McCormick UMC kitchen or music fund.

You may sign the family's online guestbook at: www.reesfuneralhome.net.

Rees Funeral Home, 195 N Peachtree St., Lincolnton, GA 706-359-3222 would like to thank the Cole family for your trust and confidence to serve you during this difficult time.