Roderice Gilliam-Wheeler Obituary in Spartanburg at J.W. Woodward Funeral Home

Obituary For Roderice Gilliam-Wheeler

Roderice “Cardell” Gilliam Wheeler, TheMaDDDArtist, 33, was born in Spartanburg, SC on November 18, 1987. He departed this life on January 2, 2021. "Cardell" was the son of Tonya Gilliam (John Franklin) and Roderice Wheeler. He was reared by his maternal grandparents, Wendell and Brenda Gilliam alongside his mom.

"Cardell" was a very humble man who loved the Lord. He was a blessing to everyone he met imparting love and kindness.

He received his early education in Spartanburg School District 7. Roderice received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Winthrop University. He was a self employed Artist, Actor, Singer, and Musician. "Cardell" loved the Spartanburg Community and was actively involved in the cause of social justice.

Left to cherish fond and loving memories are: a maternal sister, T’Keyah Gilliam; eight paternal sisters; seven paternal brothers; four aunts, Cassandra (Russell) Blackley, Edna (Tavelin) McIntyre, Katasha (Christopher) Long and LaTish (Tony) Simpson; uncle, Michael (Tiffany) Coleman; and a host of great-aunts, great-uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other dear relatives, and cherished friends.

Mr. Wheeler will lie in state for public viewing on Friday, January 8, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel, 602 Howard St., Spartanburg, SC.

A Private Celebration of the Life of Roderice “Cardell” Gilliam Wheeler will be held for the immediate family only on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at 1:00p.m., live stream services will be available on Facebook on the TEEFERGUSONREPORT. Following the funeral service the public is welcomed to attend the Graveside Service at 3:00 p.m. in the Heritage Memorial Gardens, 3901 S. Church St., Roebuck, SC.

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I'm so sorry about this but me and little man wanted to leave this for you and I will forever keep in my heart everything you talked to me about. I am sorry how everything happened but little man will know about your talent and the love you shared with everyone. I can honestly say being with you back then taught me a lot and I wanna thank you and It's killing me this is how I gotta do it. But I know for a fact he will be just as amazing as you was. May God be with your family at this time 🤍🤍

My condolences to the family of this brilliant artist. 🎨 It was a great pleasure meeting Roderice and watching him as he'd enjoy creating. May his memory be a blessing.

Rest peacefully Rod. You were such a great inspiration and well lived person full of art, laughter, and kind heartedness. You will be missed but never forgotten friend. Sincere condolences to the family. Winthrop Alumni and Friend * Alisha and Family

RIH cousin, until we meet again. You will be missed, from your Detroit Family. 💔😭🙏 Love the Donaldson, McCoy's

I miss you so much, friend. I still can't even believe this is happening. You'll always have a special place in my heart. Thank you so much for the time we spent hanging out, thank you for always having my back and being the dopest friend anyone could ask for. I love you so much, Rod 💕

Sleep on and take your rest.Tylin.Trease&Jacarious my grandchild brother

We give our deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Gilliam.You All are in our prayers. Kendra Burnside and Minister Diane Bonds.

I love you Man. All the years we hung out you were always about the art. I know we lost connection over the past few years and life for everyone got so busy. I'm in tears over this man. I live you brother and all the memories we shared. You, Tim Hayward, and I. I'll never forget you. Rest easy my friend. Until we meet again

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