Timothy "Tim" Avon Grant

Timothy Avon "Tim" Grant, 63, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Born in Boykin, S.C., he was a son of the late Ella Grant. Tim was a musician of the original Drifters with Bill Pinkney and was also a member of Mt. Bethel Baptist Church. He enjoyed singing, playing the guitar, drawing and art.

Left to cherish his memory are his children, Tiffany Nelson, Lateshia Nelson, Timothy Grant, Jr., Silas Grant, Pharrell Grant; companion, Naudivee Harvey; sister, Clara Grant McLeod; brothers, Derrick Grant and Charles Grant; and 6 grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 10:00 am at Mt. Bethel Baptist Church, 9250 Camden Hwy., Rembert, SC., 29128, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The Rev. Dr. Freddie Thomas will officiate.