George Wylie McKissick

George Wylie McKissick, 69, of Columbia, South Carolina passed away November 30, 2016 at Palmetto Health Richland Columbia, South Carolina. He was born on August 6, 1947 in Florence, South Carolina to the late George and Leila Broach McKissick. George was a proud US Army veteran with service in Europe. Following his service, he continued with Civil Service as a meat cutter in England then he worked for several large chain stores serving customers in the United States. He was a talented woodworker and was very good with his hands. He always had a project going. He built things from birdhouses to barns and all sized in between. George loved the outdoors. He had an amazing talent for growing vegetables, and fruit trees. George enjoyed bird watching and was an animal lover. He could always be found outside. George is survived by his daughters, Jennifer Kaye Rayl (Justin), Ivy Sharolyn McKissick Peer (Mario); grandchildren, Matthew Shane Hicks, Michael Anthony Hicks; sisters, Billie Faye Pickett, Mamie Lee Purvis; and brothers, David Michael "Mike" McKissick and David Dozier. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins that will miss him. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife 35 years, Joan (Berger) McKissick; a daughter, Leslie "Leigh" Ann McKissick Hicks; and a son in law, Mike Hicks, Sr.; sisters, Sandra Marie Welch and Virginia Dell Schnollinger. A private graveside service is planned.