Elijah Thomas “Tommie” Dorsey, age 76, of Spartanburg, South Carolina, passed away on October 26, 2026. Tommie was born on July 30, 1950, in Spartanburg to the late Grover C. Dorsey and the late Thelma Wyatt Dorsey. He was also preceded in death by his loving wife: Brenda Smith Dorsey; a brother: Jimmy “Scott” Dorsey; one grandchild: BJ Sigafoos.

Tommie was a loving and generous man. His family was the center of his world, and he found great happiness in the time spent with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. For more than twenty years, Tommie was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Spartanburg. His church family was an important part of his life, and he valued the fellowship, worship, and sense of belonging he found there.

Tommie also dedicated fifty-six years of service to his community, as a volunteer firefighter in Una, Arcadia, and Hilltop Fire Department communities. This long and faithful commitment stands as a testament to his courage, selflessness, and willingness to serve others in times of need.

In addition to his service in firefighting, Tommie was a respected member of the Spartanburg Home Builders Association and the owner of Dorsey Services He was also co-owner of Spartanburg Kitchen and Baths for 26 years. He approached his work with skill, dedication, and integrity, and he took pride in building and creating things that would serve others well.

Tommie was a devoted and loving father, grandfather, and brother. He will be missed by everyone that had the pleasure of meeting him. Left to cherish Tommie’s memories are his sons: Michael “Stump” Dorsey (Kaye) of Enoree, SC, and Elijah “Todd” Dorsey (Kristy) of Spartanburg, SC; his brother: Ronald C. Dorsey (Joyce) of Moore, SC; and a sister-in-law: Beth Dorsey; his grandchildren: Hunter Dorsey (his girlfriend: Alexis), Hannah Dorsey, Holleigh Keenan (Fred), Holden Dorsey, Lainey Signafoos, Dustan Vinson (Liz), Megan Simms (Aaron), and Brenley Dorsey. Also, surviving are eleven great-grandchildren and a canine companion, Flame, who brought him great joy.

The funeral service to celebrate the life of Tommie will be held at 1:30 PM on Friday, October 30, 2026, at Floyd’s Greenlawn Memorial Chapel, 2075 East Main St., Spartanburg, SC 29307. The family will receive friends Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Floyd’s Greenlawn Memorial Chapel. He will be laid to rest by his late wife in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens following the service.

The family will gather at the home of Todd and Kristy Dorsey.

The arrangements are trusted to the care of Floyd’s Greenlawn Chapel.