About Timothy Leon Gaskin, Jr.

Mr. Timothy Leon Gaskin, Jr., affectionately known as “TJ” by his family and “Tim” by his friends in the competitive shooting community, was the son of Timothy and Dr. Monetha Gaskin, and brother to Ticora Gaskin. Tim was a light whose smile could touch any heart and whose presence could brighten any room. Tim unexpectedly passed away on August 8, 2025, after experiencing respiratory arrest due to asthma.

Tim worked various jobs while studying to enter the military. One of the most meaningful roles he held was working alongside his dad with T2 Lawn Care Service, LLC. For eight years, they served the local community together. Their service extended beyond weekdays, as they shared a commitment to faith and servitude; they worked as part of the Brookland Baptist Northeast Media Ministry, helping bring the worship experience to external viewers each Sunday. Tim was a born-again believer. He was raised in Brookland Baptist Church, where he was baptized and received the right hand of fellowship after rededicating his life to Christ on August 11, 2019.

Raised with a heart to serve others, Tim believed he was called to serve in the United States Military. Inspired at a young age by the movie Max, he developed a passion for all things military and dreamed of one day joining the infantry. Although his asthma prevented him from enlisting, Tim’s determination to serve never wavered. Instead, he channeled his passion into learning, teaching, and promoting firearm safety, control, training, and responsible usage. In April 2024, Tim began his journey at Sandhill Shooting Sports, LLC, in Camden, SC, first working in range maintenance before stepping into the role of Range Safety Officer. His natural gift for connecting with people quickly became evident. Whether through his smile, contagious laugh, or the familiar “yoooo", Tim had a way of making everyone feel welcome. No matter the setting, Tim never met a stranger. His magnetic personality also made him a well-loved figure in the competitive shooting community.  

A dedicated and talented competitor, Tim advanced rapidly in the sport, rising from a beginner to a respected B-Class shooter in just over a year. Along the way, he earned his Range Safety Officer Certification and completed multiple advanced training courses through Empirical Concepts Training. True to his character, Tim never stopped serving or striving to grow and support others. At the time of his passing, he was preparing to take the USPSA Range Officer course to expand his knowledge and refine his safety expertise even further.

Above all, Tim will be remembered as a man of God who brought joy into every space he entered, the lives he touched through his kindness and service, and the lasting impression he made in his short but meaningful 21 years on earth.