With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Antonio Dewayne Palmer, 48, of Hemingway, SC, who passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026.

Life Reflections

"There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens; A time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot." Ecclesiastes 3:1-2 (NIV)

SGT Antonio Dewayne Palmer, also known as "TP," 48, of Hemingway, South Carolina, was born October 21, 1977. He transitioned peacefully from this life on Monday, April 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

A proud graduate of Pleasant Hill High School, Class of 1996, Antonio will be fondly remembered for his delicious cooking, contagious smile, and joyful personality that brightened the lives of all who knew him. He honorably served his country in the United States Army as a Sergeant (E-5) and completed two tours of duty in Afghanistan and Kuwait.

Antonio was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Tatiana Palmer; his father, James Hilton; and his grandparents, Glenny Jr. Palmer and Mary S. Palmer.

Those left to cherish his precious memory include his children, Shamar Palmer of Florence, SC, Shammond Palmer  and  Alijah Palmer both of Lawton, OK, Shi'Asia Palmer of Hemingway, SC, Amaya Hill of Columbia, SC, Kennedi Palmer of Columbus, OH and Ayden Palmer of Florence, SC; his mother, Jessie Hilton of Hemingway, SC; one loving grandchild, Amara Palmer of Florence, SC; his siblings, Edward Hilton of Atlanta, GA, Katrina (Donnavin) Harvey of Woodruff, SC and Adrian Hilton of Hemingway, SC; three special cousins reared as siblings, James (Prestine) Palmer and April Palmer both of Hemingway, SC and Spencer (Jackie) Palmer  of Johnsonville, SC.

He also leaves behind a host of loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins who will continue to honor his legacy.

Antonio's life was a reflection of love, strength, and service, and his memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

The family is receiving friends and family at 19 Hibiscus Lane, Hemingway, SC.

All arrangements and professional services have been entrusted to Henryhand Funeral Home of  Andrews, SC. 843-354-2292.