With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Tyreze Jermaine Hughes, 46, of Cross, SC, who passed away on Friday, August 1, 2025.

Life Reflection

Tyreze Jermaine Hughes, known to many as "Mike D", was born on December 13, 1978 in Charleston, SC. On August 1, 2025 he transitioned from his earthly home to his heavenly home.

Tyreze, was educated in Charleston County School District. At an early age, he accepted the Lord as his Personal Savior.

Tyreze loved life and lived it his way. He always had a smile and was a walking contradiction of toughness and tenderness. Tyreze was a Protector as well a Fighter.

Tyreze could pull you into a deep conversation or have you bent over laughing seconds later. He was not the type to blend in he always stood out. Tyreze was the heartbeat of every gathering.  He always left you better than he found you.

Tyreze was preceded in death by: his first granddaughter, Thailann Jada Singleton; his only brother, Taryll (TT) Hughes; his uncle, Earl "Skell" Ferguson and his grandmother, Nancy Ferguson.

Tyreze is survived by: his parents, Susie "Barbara" Hughes and Nathaniel Witherspoon; his children, Onearic'ah L. Coaxum, Kamari Tyreze Coaxum and Alexis Easterlin; a soon to be granddaughter, A'Jirah LaKee Ayaan Gary; his siblings, Arona Taylor and Alexis Washington; his grandfather, Samuel Ferguson; his aunts, Sharon Ferguson, Sarah Ferguson and Annette Simpson; his uncles, Author (Jackie) Ferguson, Cleveland (Pamela) Ferguson and Maurice (Wendy) Ferguson; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

The family is receiving friends and family at 712 Sanders Rd, Cross, SC.

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