In Loving Memory

Tanner Lee Ivy

9/22/1988 — 7/13/2019

Clayton-Thompson

A Life Remembered

Obituary

Tanner Lee Ivy

September 22, 1988 to July 14, 2019

Tanner Lee Ivy, age 30, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 14, 2019 in Murphy, North Carolina. He was born September 22, 1988 in Nederland, TX to Jeffery Davis Ivy and Tracy Lynn Gothia.

It is hard to sum up such a sweet spirit in a paragraph. Tanner was a gifted musician, doting uncle, loyal friend and brother, and loving son, cousin, and grandson. A man of few words, when he used them, he meant them, and his wit, humor, and laugh will be deeply missed. He touched so many lives without ever knowing it- and had a special, quiet way that calmed and soothed others. His music and gentle nature embraced everyone he met like a warm hug. Tanner, we will continue your song, your light, your love in our hearts.

Tanner is survived by his parents, Jeffery Ivy of Nederland, TX and Tracy Ivy of Groves, TX, grandparents, Joan Ivy of Nederland, TX, Gene Arnaud of Groves, TX, Betty Canfil of Beaumont, TX and Patty Gothia of Crystal Beach, TX, his brother, Josh Ivy and fiancé, Courtney Blanton of Port Neches, TX; his sisters Ashlynn Ivy and fiancé, Christopher Tamez of Houston, TX, Sara Tomplait and husband, Aaron Tomplait of Groves, TX, Hannah Lumpkin and husband, Philip Lumpkin of Bridge City, TX, and his nephews and niece, and loved ones from North Carolina.

A memorial service for Tanner will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, July 19, 2019 at Clayton Thompson Funeral Home 5200 39th Street, Groves, TX 77619, with a gathering of family and friends from 1:00 PM until service time. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Nederland, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Tanner’s name to: Renewed Hope 150 Penny Lane Murphy, NC 28906, ATTN: Bert Crowe or at www.renewedhopemurphy.com.

Service Details

Gatherings in remembrance

Visitation

Friday, July 19, 2019 · 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Clayton Thompson Funeral Directors, 5200 West Parkway Street, Groves, 77619

Funeral Service

Friday, July 19, 2019 · 2:00 PM

Clayton Thompson Funeral Directors, 5200 West Parkway Street, Groves, 77619

Burial

Friday, July 19, 2019 · 3:00 PM

Memory Gardens, Highway 69 North, Nederland, 77627

Messages of Love

From family and friends

Carmell Combest Hergert July 20, 2019

Girl... my heart broke in more ways than one when I heard this . You know that I know .... so please contact me anytime . I love you girl💔 And I am so very sorry .... no Mother should ever have to endure the pain we do 💔❤️🙏😢

Linda Miller July 19, 2019

Tanner's legacy will live on in those that he touched with his music, his gentle spirit, humble manners. While we mourn here on earth, heaven is rejoicing. Paul loved Tanner as a brother and I loved him as one of my sons. We are praying for you Tracy, girls, and Josh.

Jason Kruzel July 18, 2019

Remember all those early morning runs down Fall-Branch Rd and music sessions in the chapel, and thank you for teaching how to fall a tree, even if it did land on the chicken coop 🐓🐔🐔 you will be missed

Cindy Gothia-Vallet July 18, 2019

It is so evident what a kind, sweet, talented, loving, gentle soul we are all losing. But, somewhere up there, they are rejoicing. I know several that are waiting with open arms. As his family, I hope you all find peace and comfort in the fine, young man you helped create. Love you all💔

The Welch Family July 18, 2019

To all who loved, Tanner In Tanner’s younger years, he was one of the young boys that stopped by our home to play pool with our boys. He was somewhat shy but always so polite and kind. Please except our sincere condolences! We pray our Lord and Savior will provide you with His peace and love and that He walk with you during your days ahead.

Amy Caley July 17, 2019

Tanner was such a sweet and kind friend! He was given a gift of music and song that blessed many of those that he shared that gift with. I will miss him dearly!

Earl Delvalle July 17, 2019

Tanner was a great friend, he was a gifted Musician and he was loved by his church. We will miss him dearly. Worship practice will be hard without his smile and kindness.

Arin Rittler July 17, 2019

Tanner, you will be missed greatly. I'm glad I got the chance to be your friend. Rest in peace brother.

Jack Smith July 17, 2019

I’ve had the honor to be able to Call this great man tanner not only my friend but my brother his heart was full of love for everyone in his life he will never fully know what a mark he left on the world and in the hearts of everyone he was around enjoy your wigs my brother you will be forever loved and missed

Coty Garcia July 17, 2019

I am honored to have called Tanner a friend. He was a sweet and quiet man and he will be remembered. Praying for comfort and peace for his family!

Robert “Yellawolf” Martens July 17, 2019

Tanner was my good friend we worked together laughed together and worshipped together he will be greatly missed but never forgotten I love you Tanner

Gina Gutierrez July 17, 2019

My heart is broken for all of ya'll. I will be praying for peace and comfort. Rest in Peace Tanner !

Merianne Gaston July 17, 2019

I did not have the pleasure of knowing Tanner, but I have no doubt that he was a bright light that will be missed by all that were fortunate enough to know him. I am deeply sorry for the family’s loss. Wishing you all love and healing peace.

Renae Randall July 16, 2019

Dear Tracy, I am so very sorry for your loss. Although I had only met Tanner a few times, I could tell right away that he had such a kind heart and beautiful spirit. I will never forget the duet you sang with him ("What a Wonderful World") while you were recovering from your surgery. To this day when I hear that song I think of you and Tanner, and the special bond between you, that neither time nor place can separate. I will continue to lift you up in prayer, asking God to give you the strength and peace as only He can. Love you sweet friend.

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