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Hillcrest Wins State Championship, First in School History Kailey Arnold The communities of Simpsonville and Fountain Inn, along with alumni from all over the state, gathered in Williams-Brice Stadium on Saturday, December 6th to watch the Division 1-Class AAAA State Championship game and to experience the best football season the Rams have ever seen. Their 4717 victory over Dutch Fork marked the first state championship in the history of the school, and it was the hard work and dedication of

the coaching staff and players that made it all possible. Hillcrest (14-1) struggled early on in the first half trailing 0-10 to Dutch Fork (12-3), and it wasn’t until Quarterback Collin Sneed connected with Wide Receiver Brian Spurgeon with a 79 yard pass that the Rams got on the board. “It picked everybody up. After that I felt like we couldn’t be stopped,” said Sneed. The momentum shifted just before the end of the

From Hobby to Help Stephanie Kelley • Photo by Stephen Moore Cackle and Crochet is a small group of teachers at Hillcrest High School. Over the last four years, the group has donated their talent and skill to helping others. This year the they have partnered with the Greenville Hospital Cancer Center.

patients currently undergoing chemotherapy treatments. Duncan learned that a volunteer at the center who previously made hats had recently moved out of state, so the offer from the teachers came at the perfect time.

Rhonda Duncan, a Hillcrest High English teacher, contacted the GHS Infusion Center to ask if they could makes hats for the

The group donated their first 30 hats on Wednesday afternoon, and plan to continue the project year round.

first half when Defensive Back Marco Westfield’s interception put the Rams up 19-17. “I couldn’t believe the first interception,” Westfield said. “When it got in my hands, all I could see was the touchdown.” Spurgeon met the end zone again in the third quarter with a 45 yard punt return, helping to secure the victory. “Winning means a lot to our school,” said Spurgeon, “and some people said we’d get beat

60-0, so I’m glad we got to prove everybody wrong.” The game ended with Hillcrest dominating the scoreboard 4717. Coach Porter said, “They just don’t quit, and that’s what made this team special. Words can’t even express how big this is not only for our program, but for Greenville County football.”

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Council Meeting Review Beth Kelley Fann

Lindsey Smith spoke on behalf of the Chamber reporting a successful Christmas parade with 90 entries. A few Mauldin entries were also included in the Simpsonville parade after a last minute weather cancellation on Saturday. Ms. Smith also reported that the Walmart Go on Highway 14 will be the next new business to open in the City. Their ribbon cutting is scheduled for January 14, 2015. Council Comments:

New Planning and Zoning Appointments for 2015: On the Planning Commission, the seat of Mr. Lou Hutchings will become available in January 2015. Mr. Hutchings applied to continue his service on the Planning Commission and offered his service to the Board of Zoning Appeals as well. Majority of Council decided that Mr. Hutchings would be replaced with Janet Moore. Two seat were available for the Board of Zoning Appeals. Majority of City Council voted to give these seats to Bobby Stevenson and Robert Joseph. New Business: The Ice Cream Station will enjoy 36 more months in their current location. Council voted unanimously to renew their lease and commended owner Serge Guillot for his successful downtown business.

Councilman Matthew Gooch thanked those that came out to the ribbon cutting at Alder Park this past Saturday.

Old Business:

Councilman Taylor Graham commended City Administrator David Dyrhaug for his leadership skills in 2014. Mr. Dyrhaug assumed the role of City Administrator this year. Councilman Graham closed with a reminder to support the Hillcrest High School Band by attending the Flapjack Fundraiser at Applebee’s this coming Saturday.

Four public safety ordinances were presented for second reading. All were approved. Councilman Curtis was the sole no vote on the first, which reduced resisting an officer from a felony to a misdemeanor. The ordinance addressing begging/ panhandling - reportedly a growing issue in Simpsonville - was unanimously approved. Councilmen Gooch and Councilman Curtis voted no to the last two readings. The first being the General Penalty ordinance and finally an ordinance modification regarding interference with an officer.

Councilwoman Elizabeth Braswell thanked the Parks and Recreation staff for their work at Alder Park. She also extended congratulations to Judy Bishop and the financial staff for their excellence in that department. She closed by reporting that the new computers for the police department were approved with funding coming from the “extra duties” portion of the police budget. She reported that the funds used were previously budgeted for the now defunct Aloft festival. Mayor Pro Tem Geneva Lawrence mentioned that College Street Park had also been reopened with updated equipment. A dedication ceremony for this park will be held early next year.

A zoning ordinance pertaining to minimum lot sizes in cul-de-sacs was unanimously approved.

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The final City Council meeting of 2014 started half hour earlier this past Tuesday to accommodate SAFi’s Celtic Christmas concert at the Simpsonville Arts Center. The first order of business was a proclamation issued by Mayor Pro Tem Lawrence honoring the Hillcrest High School Rams football team for their State Championship win.

An ordinance on Sunday alcohol sales received an update to make the language consistent with the 2010 ballot measure that first legalized the sales. It was approved unanimously. Review of City Committees: When the Committees were first introduced this summer, City Attorney David Holmes recommended that City Council review the process in six months. Honoring that suggestion, Council ended the meeting with a lengthy discussion of the issues and benefits to the committee system. Continued on Page 11

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In the Spotlight: Bookquest Used & Rare Books Jenny Clark On South Main Street across from Zen and Sweet Catherine’s, you’ll see potted flowers and an easel reading “Books: We buy & sell.” Enter the pretty storefront at number 108 and close your eyes. What do you notice first—the old-fashioned bell jingling at your entry? The instant sense of retreat from an ordinary day? The soft music? The bewitching fragrance of well-loved books? The friendly voice welcoming you? You should open your eyes when that last happens, because you’ll want to see the woman who has created this haven for book lovers from near and far. A place with this kind of atmosphere always has a tale of its own, and the story of Mike and Dianne Bailey is one that will stay with you. Perhaps you’re familiar with the characters already from visits to their book stores Volume I, II, and III, located up the road in Greenville in the ‘70s and ‘80s. The Baileys spent awhile on the road selling books together after closing up shop there. “Mike and I always said we would open another store when we found the perfect building—and we did, in Fountain Inn.” In 2011, they were driving through town on their way home from Freedom Weekend Aloft in Simpsonville and saw just the right spot for a book store. Dianne recalls, “We spent our retirement savings on it and started moving books and shelving in—one of the best times of our lives. “Then the worst time of my life: Mike was diagnosed with cancer.” Just seven weeks later, Mike died. “Needless to say, I was devastated. Forty years of marriage was over, and my partner in all things books was gone. But he set up the store and had the vision, so I decided to continue,” she says. And people certainly appreciate the results of that vision and Dianne’s natural persistence. A steady stream of bibliophiles come to sit and read, chat about books, find that rare first edition, pick up a gift that will have no duplicate under any tree. Locals and visitors alike frequent the spacious store. “We first met the owners when they bought old books from us. I was so impressed by them and did not know I would meet them again in the store they opened in my home town. It is so wonderful to have the store in Fountain

Inn,” says Harriett Dease. “It’s cozy and comfortable, like favorite slippers, and arranged in such a way that every area has its own distinctive appeal and enticement to linger,” says Diane Kaluszyk, who visits from Cleveland, Ohio. Her husband, Pete, adds, “I’m a book collector and this store hits the spot. This is one of the most well-organized book stores I’ve ever seen. The best part is the ‘feel’ of the store; that is because of the owner. I always visit when I’m in South Carolina.” “BookQuest is a real treasure for Fountain Inn,” says Simpsonville resident Margaret Kenney. “Dianne is a very special lady, very caring and generous.” Dianne’s graciousness extends to authors, too. She urged Millie Huff Coleman and Caroline Smith Sherman to write their popular Scotch-Irish Life in the South Carolina Piedmont; they’ve been back to regale their appreciative audience with local lore and fascinating history. She republished the definitive History of Fountain Inn by Caroline Coleman and B.C. Givens. And this weekend, Dianne welcomes Jessica Leake, author of Arcana; Melinda Long, author of The Twelve Days of Christmas in South Carolina; and Kate Salley Palmer, author and illustrator of Hostie. “I forgot how much fun bookselling can be, and I feel that this is right where I am supposed to be at this time in my life. Wonderful customers, wonderful neighbors, and I get to buy all the books I can carry to fill up the store,” Dianne laughs. A member of the Antiquarian Book Dealers’ Association of South Carolina, she’s not carting in boxes of just anything, either. This is a stream of untold treasure making its way to Fountain Inn. Whether you feel like browsing or are looking for something specific, stop by to meet Dianne and take a look at the beautiful old leather books and sets, author-signed copies, first editions of popular authors, and much more. By the time you leave BookQuest, you’ll likely have been enchanted enough to want to return again soon. Just like a favorite book that you can’t leave closed for too long.

Just in Time for Gift Shopping: Regional Author Signings at BookQuest Friday, December 12th, 3:00-5:00 pm Jessica Leake, author of Arcana, a romantic, suspenseful, genre-bending debut set in Edwardian London Saturday, December 13th, 3:00-5:00 pm Melinda Long, author of The Twelve Days of Christmas in South Carolina Kate Salley Palmer, author and illustrator of Hostie, the endearing story of a girl and her dairy cow. Both of these authors will be autographing their other titles as well.

The search for a one-of-a-kind gift ends at BookQuest. Autographed books, vintage books, leather books, collectible editions, local history and more - all in our unique Fountain Inn shop.

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11 Christmas Strings Concerts Held at Bryson Middle School

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Sherry Roche Parents and loved ones gathered to hear the Bryson Middle School Strings students perform the first night of their Winter Concerts series this week. Under the leadership of Angela Rex, strings students showed off their talents as they entertained a full auditorium with various arrangements of

Jingle Bells, Deck-orations and Mr. Grinch complete with a colorful green light display. Special recognition was given to Maddie Alkinburgh, Emily Beddingfield, Allysa Bowen & Shadia Rosemond. for being chosen for the Regional Orchestra after performing at Bob Jones University in November.

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and that there was more discussion needed. Councilman Curtis added that the purpose should be to add more citizen access to meetings, but feels that the concurrent committee system has proven to limit transparency.

HHS National Honor Society Induction Ceremony Sherry Roche This year’s induction ceremony for Hillcrest High School’s National Honor Society members was held on campus Wednesday night. A packed auditorium heard from State Representative for SC District 16, Mark Willis as this year’s guest speaker as he shared a word of encouragement for the students. “Remember to continue your academic studies and become life-long learners. No one can take knowledge away from you. As long as you have a strong walk with God and pursue knowledge, you will find success in all that you do.” Principal, Bryan Skipper, recognized approximately 130 combined Juniors and Seniors,

passed out NHS pins and shared a personal challenge with them. “I want you to succeed not just here at Hillcrest, but after you leave this high school - that is where the true challenge begins. To be successful beyond academics and serve your local communities, your neighbors and even strangers on the street with all that you have attained.” After students recited the NHS pledge of loyalty, newly elected leadership were announced and inducted with a candle-lighting ceremony. Craig Younts was named as President. Nate Calvert was named as Vice President, and Benjamin Hyatt was named as Secretary.

Council Meeting Review Continued from page 5 The biggest issue according to some members of Council and Residents is the inability to be in two places at once. The committee meetings are currently held two at a time.

Councilman George Curtis however remains opposed to the committee system and asked if the solution did not lie in resuming the city workshop meetings that preceded committees.

Councilman Taylor Graham suggested that the meetings run one after the other on a single night, with rotating time slots. Both Council members Geneva Lawrence and Elizabeth Braswell responded favorably to the idea, suggesting that the Finance Committee go last.

A plan was discussed to post MP3 files of the respective meetings online. This would enable both Citizens and Council to be informed on what occurred in the meetings they are prevented from attending because of dual meeting times. Written minutes would be made available when those were

Councilman Matthew Gooch was opposed to stacking the meetings as well as a suggestion to holding them two at a time on different nights. Councilman Gooch would like for Council to go back to the workshop meeting style to enable all Citizens and all Council Members to be present. Mayor Pro Tem Lawrence stated that the MP3’s would solve the issues discussed. Councilman Graham stated that he disagreed

Council moved to resume discussion at the January 13, 2015 Council meeting. No decision was made and the meeting was adjourned.

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BRUNSWICK STEW From the kitchen of: Mrs. Pam Garrett

SAUCE: Using a saucepan:

OATMEAL CAKE From the kitchen of: Mrs. Edith Brown Balcome

1 1/4 cups boiling water 1/2 t salt 1 cup quick cooking oats 1/2 t nutmeg 1/2 cup crisco 1 t vanilla

1 cup brown sugar 1 t soda 1 cup white sugar 2 eggs, beaten 1 1/3 cups flour

Melt a 1/4 cup of butter

1/4 cup Frenchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Yellow Mustard

Add 1 1/4 cup catsup

1/4 cup white vinegar

Blend the sauce until smooth and then add: 1/2 tablespoon chopped garlic or 1/2 to 1 oz of Hot Sauce such as more Tobasco 1 tsp coarse ground black pepper

1/2 tablespoon of lemon juice

1/2 tsp crushed red pepper or more When smooth, add: 1/4 cup of dark brown sugar

Simmer for 10 minutes but do not boil. Set aside.

STEW:

Pour boiling water over oats and stir. Cream crisco and sugar. Sift flour with salt, soda and spices. Add eggs to creamed mixture. Then add oats and flour mixture gradually. Mix well and pour into greased 9 inch by 14 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.

In a two gallon pot, over low heat melt 1/2 stick of butter and then add:

Remove cake from oven.

2 cans of chicken broth

1 cup chopped nuts 2 egg yolks,beaten

Mix with enough milk to spread on top of cake and return to oven to brown.

KALE, SAUSAGE AND WHITE BEAN SOUP From the kitchen of: Mrs. Pam Garrett

1 lb hot chicken or turkey sausage (can use mild and add hot pepper or not) 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves of garlic, chopped 1 can white beans, rinsed and drained 1 can of tomatoes chopped

1 cup small diced onion 1 lb of cooked chicken dark and light

Mix together: 1 stick butter, melted 1 cup brown sugar 1 can angel flake coconut

3 cups of small diced potatoes

2 bay leaves 1 large potato, chopped 2 tbls olive oil 1 12 ounce bag of kale 2 boxes of Tuscany chicken broth Pepper to taste Parmesan cheese

Saute onion, garlic in olive oil. May cook sausage separately and drain or add to onions and garlic. Add chicken broth, tomatoes, potato, bay leaves and cook until potato is tender. Add kale and white beans. Simmer for at least an hour or put into a crockpot and simmer for two or three. Serve with crusty bread and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

(I use breasts and thighs and the use the broth from where I cooked it instead of the canned broth) 8 to 10 oz of smoked pork (I use Boston Butt)

Bring this all to a rolling boil, stirring to keep from sticking and until potatoes are nearly done, then add: 1 8 1/2 oz can of Le Seur Peas

1/4 cup Liquid Smoke

2 14 1/2 oz cans of Tomatoes(chop the tomatoes and add the liquid)

1 14 1/2 oz can of creamed corn ( I used fresh frozen)

The sauce from above

1/2 oz of Worsterhire

1 16 oz can of baby limas (I use frozen baby limas) Simmer for at least two hours. Gets better the more you cook it. Leftovers are the best. Should yield about a gallon.

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News from the DAR of Fountain Inn Members of Snow Campaign Chapter NSDAR of Fountain Inn, SC, attended the Commemoration of the 239th anniversary of the Battle of the Great Cane Brake, on December 6, 2014, at the site of the Snow Campaign at Hopkins Family Farm, 3717 Fork Shoals Rd., Simpsonville, SC. Chapter Vice Regent Loretta Woods presented a wreath on behalf of the chapter. The event is sponsored by the Col. Robert Anderson Chapter of the South Carolina Society Sons of the American Revolution (SCSSAR).

Pictured: L-R Loretta Woods, Cosette Harley, Jane Hopkins, Pam Evans, Cheyrel Gosnell, Kenzie Wynne, and Kris Wynne (Picture Harley)

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OBITUARIES PATRICIA ANN FOLLEN Patricia Ann (Kiemle) Follen, age 79, of Davison Michigan, went home to be with the Lord on December 7th, 2014. She passed peacefully at McCall Hospice House in Simpsonville, S.C. with her children at her side. Mrs. Follen was born February 7, 1935 in Flint, Michigan to the late William J. and the late Regina A (Grauherr) Kiemle. She lived most of her life in Flint and Davison. She was a 30+ year member of Faith Tabernacle Church in Burton, Michigan. She found great joy in serving with and for her church. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Richard B Follen; her parents and sisters Francis and Margaret. Patricia is survived by her children Sheila (Robert) Davis, of Travelers Rest and Richard (Cynthia) Follen of Traverse City, MI; two grandsons, Jeffrey M. Standley and Richard M. Follen; and one great granddaughter, Mackenzie Matznick. She also, leaves several special friends, nieces and nephews. Details are being finalized for services later this week in Michigan. Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family. www.heritage-funeral.com

ROBERT CHARLES “BOBBIE” DOWNING Robert Charles “Bobbie” Downing, 82, of Fountain Inn, loving husband for 59 years to Mary Ellen Willard Downing, died Monday, December 8, 2014. Born in Paducah, KY, he was the son of the late Landrew Hasting Downing and Easter Opal McWaters Downing. Bobbie had served in the US Army. He was a retired teacher from Shannon Forest Christian School and

a member of Bethany Baptist Church.

in life. She was also of the Baptist faith.

Survivors, in addition to his wife, include children, John Michael Downing and wife Lisa, Valerie Rose Downing Smith and husband Greg, and Mary Elizabeth Downing Campbell and husband Patrick; a daughterin-law, Lois Downing; grandchildren, Stephanie Downing Underwood and husband Michael, Allison Downing Sloan and husband Grayson, Margaret Downing, Emily Downing, Jessica Downing, Christina Downing, Ryan Downing, Ashley Downing, Rebecca Smith Finlay and husband Alex, Heather Campbell, Sean Campbell, Ian Campbell and John Campbell; four great grandchildren, Max Underwood, Graham Underwood, Vincent Sloan and Lloyd Sloan; and siblings, James Ray Downing and Pansy Carolyn D. Edwards. He was predeceased by a son, Lawrence Elbert Downing and siblings, Lawrence Wayne Downing, Shirley D. Willard and Warren Hasting Downing.

Surviving, in addition to her husband of 45 years, are two children, Tina M. Cannon and her husband Alan, and Lisa M. Blakely; two grandchildren, Madison and Tylin Cannon; her motherin-law, Novella Blakley; and a nephew, Tim Bagwell.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2014, from 3:00-6:00PM, at Impact Church at the Merovan Center.

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In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Clear Springs General Baptist Church, 661 County Road 317, Tecumseh, MO 65760.

Andrea Brown Young, 93, of Simpsonville, widow of Paul Sinclair Young, died Tuesday, December 2, 2014.

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NANCY DIANE BLAKLEY Nancy Diane Blakley, 67, of Simpsonville, wife of Jack O. Blakley, Jr., died Sunday, December 7, 2014.

Diane was preceded in death by a brother, Don and a sister, Martha. Visitation will be held on Thursday, from 11:30 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. prior to the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel. Burial will follow in Graceland East Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 154 Milestone Way, Greenville, SC 29615. The family will be at the home of her daughter, Tina Cannon, 4 Windrow Lane, Fountain Inn. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www. thomasmcafee.com.

ANDREA BROWN YOUNG

Born in Calumet, OK, she was the daughter of the late Andrew Caler and Susie Lee Evans Brown. Survivors include a daughter Renee Grotheer, Simpsonville; a son, Corbin Young, Charlotte, NC; and four grandchildren. Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel

Born in Spartanburg County, she was a daughter of the late Erskin J. and Vivian Lucille Blassengame Robinson.

ANNE ELOISE MINTON LAING

Diane loved to fish, garden, and cook. Her grandkids gave her the most enjoyment

Anne Eloise Minton Laing, 89, of Phoenix, AZ went to be with our Lord on Sunday,

November 30, 2014. Anne was born May 22, 1925 in Waverly, KY, to the late Buford and Medora Minton of Morganfield, KY. She is survived by her sister, Laura Mae Thompson and husband, Don, of Bogart, GA; a son, John Laing and his partner, Norman Wagner of Phoenix, AZ; a son, Dr. William Laing and wife, Aline of Flowery Branch, GA; three grandchildren, Annette Moore and husband, Cliff, of Greer, SC, William “Billy”, Jr. of Atlanta, GA, and Kristen of Anderson, SC; three greatgrandchildren, Emma, Lucas, and Elsie; and many nieces and nephews. Anne was raised in Morganfield, KY. At the age of 19, she joined the Navy and she was a Navy WAVE during WWII. She trained at Hunter College in Brooklyn, NY before being stationed to the Naval Air Station in Memphis, TN. Her life included travels throughout the US and Japan. She was a talented woman and had a fond love of the arts, for she enjoyed knitting, sewing, quilting and painting. Her beautiful quilts won first place ribbons at the Florida State Fair. Anne was also a very motivated woman, for at the age of 70, she returned to school and earned a degree as a health care provider. She had a gregarious, fun-loving personality and made friends so easily wherever she went, making friends all over the world. However, her greatest love was her family. They meant the world to her! She was preceded in death by her daughter, Celeste Ann Laing; her brothers, Thomas “Bess” Minton, Denny “Boss” Minton, and Ralph Minton; and her sisters, Evelyn Hite, Virginia Waller and Alma LeClair. A memorial service will be held at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel in Simpsonville, SC on December 13, 2014 at 12:00 noon.

Please contact the family for more information on attendance. A graveside service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Navy WAVES Stained Glass Project at Military Women Across the Nation and mailed to our treasurer, Monica O’Hara, 6383 Kimmy Ct., San Diego, CA 92114. Please specify Stained Glass Window on the memo line Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel

JAMES D. ALEXANDER James Alexander, 97, of Simpsonville, passed away on December 8, 2014. Born in Polland, Arkansas, he was a son of the late James Frank Alexander and the late Belle Joiner Alexander. Mr. Alexander was of the Methodist faith and served his country in the United States Marine Corp during WWII and was a disabled Veteran as a result of his service. He also served as Master and Grand Master of the Masonic Lodge. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Zella Shelley Alexander, and his second wife, Josephine Alexander. He is survived by his grandson, Eddie Walters and his wife, Kathy, of Simpsonville and a granddaughter, Mary Behr, and her husband, Timothy, of Woodhaven, Michigan; greatgrandchildren, Kelli Walters, Kevin Walters, and Michelle McElroy, and Nichol Walters; a great great-grandson Cole Walters; and a great greatgranddaughter, Lila Lockey. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to The Wounded Warriors Project. Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family. www.heritage-funeral.com

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We remember and pray for the families we have most recently served at Heritage Funeral Home – those listed and those not listed. During the Christmas Season please remember these families and pray for all those that have lost loved ones.

A Candlelight Memorial Service honoring these individuals will be held after the holidays. James D. Alexander Patricia Ann Follen Dana Pitt McCulley Alita Stephenson Jane Leora Dobrowski June S. Schoen John Kalman Kaufman Joan Elizabeth Oggenfuss Gerone Elizabeth Burgess Carnes Grace Chapman Mahaffey Kemeline Lynch Kathy Beck Joan Wilson Gilbert Eugene McCuen Douglas LaFoy Blackwell

Patricia Clark Martina “Marti” Greentree Irene King Moore William “Bill” Fredrick McCowan Greta Rose Branham Ila Farnell Pittard Richard Francis Hurley Sarah Louise Griffin Fulmer Larry Brian Jones Johnny Leo “Rock” Bridges Dozier Brooks Judy Ann Clark Gerald Pearson Ronald “Ronnie” Wayne Moore Bruce Earl Etris

Frances “Fran” Thomas William Joseph Walsh III G. Everette Sloan Terry Basil Lynn Steven Charles Crytser Demiana Khalefa Stephanie Ann Borsch Christine B. Dean Linda S. Jones William Gene Murray, Jr. Robert Edwin “Eddie” Hipps Arnold “Arnie” Edward Perrett Evelyn Ida Beutler Sandra Sanders Libby Cook Gray Alexander

Jesse Elmore Moree Kathy Culbreth Walton Frances Crews Myers Sara Kaylor McCall Wilford James Shelton Jimmie “Bo” Lee McCollum, Jr. Marshall Taylor Park Charles Heyward Arnold Ruth Elizabeth Hamilton Sayer James Horace Gilbert, Jr. John E. Gambill Aaron Robert Carlberg

May we all remember that we are saved by the Grace of God.

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