LANCASTER, SC – Mr. Clebern Thomas "Tom" Hovis, age 66, passed away Monday, August 22, 2022. He was born October 26, 1955, in Union County, NC, the son of the late John Edward Hovis and Doris Ann Nordan Hovis. Tom enjoyed fishing, watching old tv shows, eating out with his friends, watching his investments in the stock market, and working with "The Bridge" at Lynwood United Methodist Church. He was a private person with a generous and giving heart. Tom was a member of The Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist Church and loved his church family dearly.

Tom is survived by his fur baby, Charley who he loved greatly; many  cousins, his church family; and his friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

The Celebration of Life Service for Tom will be 3:00 pm Thursday, August 25, 2022, at The Chapel of Burgess Funeral Home officiated by Rev. Timothy Espar.

In lieu of flowers, for those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to The Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, PO Box 1082, Lancaster, SC 29721.