John Frank

Humphries

John Frank Humphries, age 65, husband of Candace “Candee” Hines Humphries, went home to be with the Lord on November 11, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on September 3, 1961, in Union, a son of the late Joe William Humphries, Sr. and Dorothy Wylie Humphries.

He was a graduate of Union High School and the owner of Humphries Heating & Air, a family business established by his father in 1969 as Joe W. Humphries Sheet Metal. When his father retired, Frank took over the business and continued the family tradition under the name Humphries Heating & Air. He devoted his life to serving others and took tremendous pride in his work. Known for his honesty, dependability, and willingness to go the extra mile, Frank earned the trust and respect of countless customers and friends throughout the community.

Frank had a lifelong love of baseball and devoted many years to Union Dixie Youth Baseball, serving on the board of directors, coaching multiple state championship teams, and becoming the one of the league's first and longest-standing sponsors. He also coached the Carolina Mud Dogs travel baseball team. Some of Frank's favorite memories were made on the baseball field, and he treasured the friendships and relationships he built through the game. He expected the best from his players, took pride in their accomplishments, and taught lessons that stayed with them long after their playing days were over.

As an avid turkey hunter, Frank looked forward to spending time in the woods each spring. Turkey season was about the only time of year he spent more time in the woods than at work. He won numerous turkey calling contests over the years and especially enjoyed sharing his knowledge and passion for turkey hunting with those who were new to the sport.

Above all, Frank was a devoted husband, father, and loyal friend. He valued his family, cherished his friendships, and was always willing to lend a helping hand to someone in need.

Surviving in addition to his wife are his children, Zachary Humphries, and fiancée, Emily Fleming and his daughter, Anna Grace Humphries; his mother-in-law, Rita Hines; his brother-in-law, Joey Hines, and wife, Kathryn; his sister-in-law, Haley LaMarche; his nieces, Hayden and Adaline LaMarche; his nephew, Bennett LaMarche; numerous cousins; several beloved aunts and uncles by marriage; and his cherished four-legged family members, Cooper and Molly.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Joe W. Humphries, Jr and father-in-law, Joe Edward “Eddie” Hines, Sr.

The family will receive friends at Tabernacle Baptist Church in Union, South Carolina, on Friday, November 13, from 6:00-8:00 pm.

A celebration of Frank's life will be held at Tabernacle Baptist Church on Saturday, November 14, at 1:00 pm with Rev. Brad Goodale, Shawn Ingle, and Kenneth “Skeet” Thomas officiating.

The following are asked to serve as the honorary escort: Jay Allen, Lucas Austin, Roger Bishop, Scottie Burris, Steve Cobb, Cyle Coker, Mike Gault, Ricky Harris, Tim Henderson, Monty Kingsmore, Ty Kingsmore, Jeff Littlejohn, Curtis Nichols, Mike Nichols, Kent Orr, Riley Pittman, Paul Sanders, Kaleb Small, Sammy Smith, Whitney Smith, Wilbur Smith, Kenneth “Skeet” Thomas, former baseball players, and National Wild Turkey Federation members.

The family is at the home, 413 Richmond Court, Spartanburg, SC, 29301.