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The Roads We Travel: Volume II Andrew Staton Every road and place in our area has its own unique story, spanning centuries. The roads and places honoring each of these stories are intertwined, and when one of these stories is explored, the gate is opened to discover dozens more. When we first discussed the history of our place and road names a few months ago – digging into the story behind the streets known as Harrison Bridge, Iselin and Lee Vaughn – the suggestions understandably came pouring in, inquiring about more names in our area. The following is a selected few of these suggested streets, and the stories hidden behind them. Neely Ferry Road, spanning our area from Unity Baptist Church (on Fairview Road in Simpsonville) to Owens Lane in Mauldin, has a history that extends beyond the limits of Greenville County. Did you know that, in addition to our local stretch of the road, there is a Neely Ferry Road in Laurens County? Formerly, Neely Ferry Road did not end at Unity

Baptist Church, but continued all the way through Laurens County ending on Route 221, in Waterloo, just above Lake Greenwood. At some point in time, the area between Unity Baptist Church and Hickory Tavern was broken up, with parts becoming Fairview Road and Highway 101. The namesake for Neely Ferry Road comes from near the southern end of the original road, where the Reedy River joins the Saluda River and forms Lake Greenwood (although the lake wasn’t formed until 1935). According to the 1825 Mills Atlas of SC, it is at this junction of the rivers that some sort of ferry was operated to carry people and horses back and forth between the river banks. This ferry was known originally as “Neily’s Ferry,” and although it is unclear who it was originally named for, it is known that it later was operated by a number of men including a Thomas Young Neely, possibly the son of the original operator. Like

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Scuffletown Road is named for a location in Laurens County. The 1825 Mills Atlas depicts Scuffletown as being located between Enoree and Laurens, near Warrior Creek. A “road to Scuffletown” extended from the present Five Forks area to the town, but the Laurens County portion has been since renamed. A book on Laurens County states that the name Scuffletown was derived from many scuffling matches that occurred in the area which drew crowds. The name dated from the Revolutionary period to 1885, when the railroad came through the town and a surveyor renamed it “Ora” after a beautiful girl in the area. Although it is no longer an

organized town, many signs, roads and buildings in the area still bear the name Ora. If you look at the Simpsonville area on several old maps, you will find the area to be referred to as the Austin district. Traveling out Highway 14 from Simpsonville, you may notice a sign calling the road Austin Boulevard. Also, the local Summary Court is known as the Fairview-Austin district. So, where did this Austin name come from? The Austin family was one of the area’s earliest and most prominent families. The family began with Capt. Nathaniel Austin (Revolutionary War soldier) and his wife Mary Manning Austin, who emigrated from

York, England in 1750. The family settled down in an area heavy with Indians (who later killed Mary) and after moving around settled down in the present-day Holly Tree area, establishing a plantation known as Gilder. One of the houses on the Gilder property still stands, at the intersection of Highway 14 and Bethel Road. While Neely Ferry, Austin and Scuffletown Roads are some of the more major parts of our area, there are still many more roads that could be explored! If you have any ideas or roads you would love to learn about, please email them to andrew@ simpsonvillebanner.com.

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Simpsonville native Andrew Staton is a genealogist and historian currently studying at the College of Charleston. In addition to his studies, he is also the Executive Director of the Simpsonville Genealogical Research Room.

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Local Comic Book Store Holds SC Comicon Corey Barker

Comic books, once a media relegated to those dubbed “nerds” are now enjoying a surge in popularity. With blockbusters like the Avengers, and popular TV shows like Arrow and The Flash, superheroes are no longer pop culture pariahs. Comic conventions, known as Comicons, are becoming popular across the entire nation. Last weekend, Greenville hosted the second South Carolina Comicon at the TD Convention Center which evidenced just how popular comic books have become. I recently had the chance to speak with Rob Young, owner of local comic shop Borderlands and mastermind behind SC Comicon, about the impact of the convention and what this means for his shop moving into the future. Since moving to Greenville in 1991 on Rob had dreamed of being able to organize a comic book and games convention for the Greenville area. Upon moving to Greenville, Rob worked in a comic book shop on Laurens Road named Heroes. Eventually, Heroes became Borderlands. Rob had made attempts to buy the store in the past, but in 2010 he got the chance. Negotiations began, but Rob still had misgivings about if this was the right thing to do. He went to his wife, Michele, for advice on what he should do. Rob told me that her response was something “like out of a Hallmark Movie. She kissed me on the forehead and said she would talk to me again when I was the owner of the store.” With this support, Rob became the owner of Borderlands comics. This gave him a platform to create his dream, and in 2014 Greenville hosted the first SC Comicon. It was a success, but Rob wanted to make an even bigger event. “We wanted everything fun and geeky. We wanted something that was fun for families, but still pop culture-y.” To accomplish this, Rob expanded the types of vendors that were invited to

participate in the convention. In addition to comics there were also people selling toys, collectibles, graphic novels, posters, prints, costumes, and so much more. There were also a host of artists at the convention creating original pieces as well as selling some of their other work. One other aspect that was very important to Rob was to make this a charitable event. He invited the Blood Connection to set up a donation center. Giving blood is an activity that is a very personal one for Rob, and that is why he approached Blood Connection for the convention. The blood drive was able to collect 187 pints of blood in just two days. Rob was very gracious saying that he would like to thank everyone who took the time to donate. The Drink and Draw was another event that took place for charity. Rob spoke passionately about how amazing of an event Drink and Draw was. The event was to honor late comic book artist Jeremy Dale. Held at Quest Brewery, guests were provided special drawing paper or coasters. The art produced on the paper and coasters was then donated and purchased to raise money for charity. The charities were Team Cul De Sac, which raises money and awareness for Parkinson’s research and Hero Initiative which is a charity that helps comic book creators in need. Rob was overwhelmed with how many people came out to support these great causes. “Everywhere you looked people were drawing. There were even people drawing outside.” He even recounted a story of how people would use their phone flashlights diffused through plastic cups of water to spread light for people to draw by. In all $1600 was raised for charity. As a whole, SC Comicon was a success. In fact, it was twice as large as last year’s event. About the event, it was clear Rob was still overwhelmed by the amount of support the event garnered. About the

opening day of the event Rob noted, “A line of thousands of people and all of them are smiling and taking pictures of one another, where else does that happen? People came from all over the U.S. and for them to pick your event? That is neat. This is a community.” Rob was very adamant about placing credit where it is due. It was evident that he was blown away by those who volunteered and helped him make the show the success that it was. “ You work hard and surround yourself with the best people you can. There were 25-30 volunteers; they all treated it like it was their own. People reported volunteers asking if they needed anything and just making sure people attending were having the best time possible. Where else do you get that?” Rob exuded gratitude for those who helped him. With how well the convention went, it would be difficult to tell that it was put together in only nine months. Rob stated that even as close as the week of he was still booking people. The folks at Borderlands aren’t resting on their laurels, however, as plans are already in motion for next year. With a whole year to plan, who knows what exciting things are in store? As my conversation with Rob came to a close, it was evident that the whole thing still seemed slightly surreal to him. One of his dreams has come true. “If you have a dream you can’t do it alone, it is humbling to have such great people do it with you.” It is obvious that Rob loves what he does, and still gives back. He spoke about how important it is to believe in what you do. “If you believe in what you are doing eventually it starts to matter.” To get your comic book fix visit Borderlands at 1434 Laurens Road or visit their website at www.borderlands. us. Be on the look out as next year’s SC Comicon dates will be announced in the coming weeks.

Members of the Murphy family from Simpsonville at Comicon. Above: Zoelei and Keziah. Right: Tabitha poses with a Stormtrooper

2015 Proaxis Art Challenge Beth Kelley Fann Ten Hillcrest High students submitted entries in the first annual art challenge with Proaxis Therapy in Simpsonville. The contest theme was “Art Meets Science” - an idea inspired by teacher Eva Esrum’s physical therapy experience at Proaxis. The first place winner of the competition was Israel Wright. She received a $100 gift card, and her artwork was one of several sold. Each participant received a certificate of recognition for their work.

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Simpsonville Committee Meetings: March 24 Beth Kelley Fann

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Public Comments: Linda Franklin spoke in support of giving each Citizen a recycling roll cart instead of paying the $25 registration fee currently in place.

No Committee comments and meeting was adjourned.

John Laux, Public Works Director, gave the following updates: 1. Waiting on quotes for the installation of HVAC in the Simpsonville Arts Center. 2. Still waiting on permit from DHEC for the Leaf Transfer Station. 3. Two grants have been submitted for to increase the number of households recycling. 4. Waiting to receive the $330,000 grant to do creek crossing upgrades. 5. Update on sewer repairs. 6. Update on Hillpine Bridge repair. Estimated time for repair to begin is nine months to a year.

Recreation and Events Committee Councilman Taylor Graham conducted meeting in the absence of Councilman Matthew Gooch. Public Comments: Jim Kincannon spoke on the Simpsonville Farmers Market. Mr. Kincannon stated, “I am a member of a 5013c group that is interested in managing the Farmers Market as a fund raiser”. (Later in the meeting, Mr. Kincannon revealed he was referring to the Kiwanis club as the 5013c). The Simpsonville Farmers Market is currently managed by volunteers for the community. Mr. Kincannon has numerous questions about the financial requirements for the Farmers Market. He stated that traffic was an issue and asked about the liability on the City.

David Holmes, City Attorney, said the City has no liability because the Simpsonville Farmers Market is not a City promoted function. After discussion later in the meeting, Councilman Graham recommended Mr. Kincannon sit down with the City Administrator for answers to his questions.

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Chief Grounsell also requested that the Ordinance prescribing that Mayor and Council make policy and procedures for the Police Department be changed to only allow the Mayor and Council to make suggestions through the City Administrator. This was discussed and no vote was taken to move to full Council.

Robbie Davis gave an update on TRZ Management. Mr. Davis stated that the transition is going well.

Chief Grounsell proposed that it be illegal for a Citizen to carry a BB gun, pellet gun or a bow and arrow in City limits.

Mr. Davis presented the Farmers Market update. He said the only thing the City did for this event is the usual maintenance of City Park grounds.

No motion was made to move any of the proposed changes to full Council.

Councilman Graham thanked Robbie Davis for the good job his employees have done on keeping the City free of trash.

Fire Chief Wesley Williams reviewed with Committee his minor changes to Ordinances pertaining to Fire Department

Meeting was adjourned.

Chairwoman Sylvia Lockaby and Police Chief Grounsell objected to the existing Ordinance that gives the Fire Chief police powers during an emergency situation to direct traffic, vacate buildings, search for people, etc.

Robbie Davis, Director of Parks and Recreation, gave an update on the sports activities and on Senior activities.

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Councilwoman Elizabeth Braswell and Councilman Taylor Graham stated they want the Ordinance to keep its current wording with only a minor clarification recommended by Chief Williams. Police Chief Grounsell stated that Council did not have the legal authority

to make this Ordinance. Motion was made to move to full Council with Chief Williams’ recommendation. Meeting was adjourned.

Finance, Policy and Planning Committee Public Comments: none David Dyrhaug, City Administrator gave monthly budget report. (Details can be heard on MP3 on City website). Continued discussion on Articles 1 and 2 of Chapter 2 of City Ordinances. 1. O rdinance 2-66. Appearance of Citizens before City Council. Proposed change is for all Citizens comments before Council be three minutes and sign up by those wishing to speak be at the door before commencement of meeting. 2. New Ordinance proposed on Rules of Decorum. This new Ordinance would address actions taken against Citizens who disrupt Council meetings. Executive Session for the discussion of a proposed contract. Council returned from Executive Session and made motion to accept the accounting firm of Green, Finney & Horton as auditors for 2015 and voted to move to full Council. Meeting was adjourned.

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Fed Up. The Battle Between Man vs. Food What is it about the taste of unhealthy food that makes it so tempting? Is it the temporary satisfaction received by its consumption that causes the desire for more? Or is it the ongoing bombardment of food advertisements that causes us to stray away from the path of a healthier diet? The temptation to eat unhealthy food is here to stay, making a healthy lifestyle that much harder to achieve.

Spring Has Sprung Mark Katarzynski It is springtime in Simpsonville, South Carolina. I love spring. I love all the seasons; Summer, Autumn, Football, etc., but I really love spring. Pretty soon, all the trees and grass will be green… and all the cars, yellow. At least, they will have a yellowish hue. I remember the first time I experienced the pollen and the lovely sunshine cast it placed on my wife’s white car. Being a good husband, and new to the area, I went right out and began giving her ride a bath. One of my new neighbors asked, “What’cha doin’?”. I answered, “Washing the car. It’s covered in this yellow stuff”. He replied, “Yep, and it will be again in about fifteen minutes”. He spoke the truth. It is a small price to pay, though. My home town could get snow any minute now. There are many reasons I am enamored with springtime. Not the least of which is having the windows open. I love the fresh air cascading through my house. Sweeping out the winter funk. I love hearing the kids play outside. That is, until I realize, if I can hear them, then others can hear me. Others, being the neighbors. They can hear me every time I yell at my kids, or worse yet, every time I belt out my favorite Eagles tune at the top of my off tune lungs. We had the windows open for 25 minutes last spring. A new record. There is the financial advantage springtime carries. There is no need to run the furnace. Even the coolest of evenings just require an extra blanket. I look forward to the day my wife decides to share that blanket. Also, not having reached the warmth of summer, the air conditioner sits silent. It is pricey to

run, but, oh so worth it on those balmy summer days. Not to mention we spend the equivalent of a small country’s operating cost in popsicles when it’s hot. Yep, springtime is easy on the budget. I understand Duke Energy is petitioning to have spring shortened to a Thursday afternoon in May. Let us not forget the Farmer’s Markets. There is the one in Simpsonville City Park, one in Fountain Inn and the big one in Greenville, to name a few. Is there anything better than going to the Farmer’s Market? I say, no. You see, I do most of the cooking in my house, so the acquisition of produce usually falls directly on my shoulders. I go there to buy all the fresh fruits and vegetables… and leave with pies and fudge. My kinda place, the Farmer’s Market. Yes, for all those reasons and more, I love springtime. Although, I must say, the best part is watching our kids and their dogs romp around in the yard. Pent up for the frigid months of winter, the sixty and seventy degree temps are an unrefusable invitation to go outside and play fetch. The dogs take the balls and run around the yard and their kids fetch these balls where ever those loveable hounds drop them. My bride and I sit on the back porch, frequently in convulsions of laughter, and I am glad we have them to watch…football doesn’t come back until August. Mark grew up in Erie, Pennsylvania. He moved to Simpsonville in 2012 with his wife, Samantha, and their three children. Besides spending time with his family, he enjoys music, sports and writing his blog ijustwanttotellstories. wordpress.com

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Don’t drink your calories. Replace highcalorie beverages with low-calorie or calorie-free drinks. Slow down. Eat slowly, this allows your stomach the time to produce hormones that tells your brain when your full. These health tips will help you reach your goal of a more satisfying life through a healthier diet. Changing your daily routine and implementing small changes are worth the effort in the long run. You can start making changes at the grocery store. To learn how join dietitian Kerri Lindberg, RD, LD for an interactive tour of your local grocery store. She will share what to look for on a food label, healthy cooking tips and recipes, and general advice for navigating any grocery store. Register online at SpartanburgRegional.com/ GroceryTourApril.

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The Delta Brings New Life to Former School Library Beth Kelley Fann Alumni of Simpsonville Elementary School will recognize the walkway leading up to the library. The original structures, courtyard and sidewalks are still there, awaiting future restoration by the campus’s present owners - First Baptist Church of Simpsonville.

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The classrooms and cafeteria have been refreshed and in use for some time by First Baptist. A look inside the windows reveals new life in the former primary classrooms; they are now used for study groups, youth groups and classes.

The double doors to the library do not appear much different from the outside. However, a renovation effort by the church and its members has transformed the space. The finished room is a dramatic and thoughtful redesign that maintains the structural integrity and honors the room’s original purpose. The Delta, a FBCS ministry devoted to 20-30 year olds, now calls this spot home. A coffee bar, cafe seating, twin televisions and a stage area for performers wrap the space. The result

is a cozy and modern worship spot with nods to the past. Minister Ashley Moore says church members played a big part in bringing the renovation about, sharing their skills and resources to install new flooring, paint and other updates. School alumni will appreciate the custom table tops and benches - all were built with wood salvaged from the original library shelves. On Sunday evenings at 6pm, The Delta group meets for worship and fellowship at the new location. From

the FBCS website: “The Delta is a community gathering place where faith and life unite. While growing in our relationship with Christ, we also seek to live a life of meaning and purpose. The Delta targets young adults and is located in Downtown Simpsonville.” The address for newcomers is 301 College Street. For more information, visit fbcsimpsonville.org/my-campus/ the-delta and on Facebook at “Delta Church.”

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Water Safety Week Hosted by the YMCA and Upstate Pool Management Press Release As swim season approaches, it is important for children to learn to be safe in and around water. The YMCA of Greenville and Upstate Pool Management is hosting a free Water Safety Week, March 30-April 3, 2015 that will feature educational information for children ages 3-8 and adults. Water safety knowledge makes everyone water smart from the start.

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Water Safety Week consists of three 30-minute classes (Mon, Wed., Friday OR Tues., Thur., Friday) starting at 3 p.m. at the Caine Halter Family YMCA, the Eastside Family YMCA or the YMCA Program Center – GHS. The program is free, but registration is required by visiting a YMCA branch or calling, (864) 412-0288.

• Children and adults should not engage in breath holding activities.

The YMCA of Greenville encourages parents to take an active role in their child’s safety. Following are safety tips to practice when in and around the water:

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• Adults should constantly and actively watch their children. • Inexperienced or non-swimmers should wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket. Inflatable “swimmies” are not a substitute for a life jacket. • Parents or guardians of young children should be within arm’s reach.

In addition to learning lifesaving water safety skills, children can increase their physical activity by swimming. Swimming also motivates children to strive for self-improvement, teaches goal orientation, and cultivates a positive mental attitude and high selfesteem. To learn more about the YMCA of Greenville’s Water Safety Week visit ymcagreenville.org/water-smart For more on Upstate Pool Management, visit upstatepoolmanagement.com

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Local Spotlight: The Clock Drive-In of Fountain Inn Jenny Clark

At 303 South Main Street stands one of the town’s bestknown landmarks, the Clock Drive-In restaurant. With a drive-through and its own spacious parking lot, it’s a popular destination for the many whose mouths water at the sight of the famous green and yellow sign. Family owned and run by husband and wife team Jeff and Stephany Caparell along with their extended family of staff, the Clock is the traditional choice of post-ballgame crowds from all the fields in town and consistently donates to churches, schools, ball teams, and other organizations. The restaurant’s long history in Fountain Inn, its cheerful, down-home atmosphere, and its steadfast support of the town and its residents explains the outpouring of support seen as Jeff Caparell has fought multiple myeloma for the last eight years. In Stephany’s own words: Jeff moved to Greenville from West Virginia when he was 8 and began working at restaurants when he was 14, including many operated by his mentor, George Paouris. He was working at Pete’s in Mauldin when he heard Tommy’s Snack Bar of Fountain Inn was being sold; it was a trailer modified with a commercial kitchen, prep, and stock area. The property was owned by Dr. Stribling, who had a practice across the street. Jeff’s first day in business as The Clock Drive-In of Fountain Inn was November 1, 1981, with three employees.

Everything was to go. You either called in the order or walked in and waited in an area about 6’ x 12’. From the beginning, it was busy. After three months, business had increased so much he hired additional people. In 1987, a fire started by a kerosene heater destroyed the prep and storage area. Nine days later, Jeff reopened. Dr. Stribling’s widow sold him the land around 1994 and the dream started becoming reality. I started working for Jeff in February 1993 and we married in February 1997. In 2001, we closed for our usual July 4th week and planned to reopen in August in our new building. September 10, 2001, was the actual first day in the new building. The menu is basically still the same as it was the first day Jeff opened, with a few additions and subtractions here and there. The chili is homemade daily using his recipe. The BBQ was made with Jeff’s recipe for many years until Jason took over and added his personal touch. The onion rings are hand cut and breaded. Lisa makes the chicken salad, tuna salad, and potato salad using Jeff’s recipe with her added touch. The steak fingers are hand cut and breaded using our own recipe that we also use on our fried chicken. One of our best sellers is our tea! It is made daily. Over the years, many sales people have tried to persuade us to go with a machine-brewed tea, but we have stood our ground! We sell it by the half-gallon.

One of the additional items is crushed ice. We sell it by the bag! I think most of our favorite Clock stories include children. We’ve been blessed to watch almost three generations grow up in Fountain Inn throughout the years. Many teens who worked for Jeff are now adults and are bringing in their children and even grandchildren to share their favorite menu item. There are also many newcomers we are enjoying getting to know, and we can’t wait to see them as they grow. We’ve always supported the children by giving donations for their schools or sports organizations, being their first employers, or giving them a special treat for an achievement. Being so small sometimes is challenging, but it allows us to be close to our employees. We currently have 11 (including our kids). Many have been with us 10+ years. Jeff has two sons from a previous marriage: Jason is our afternoon/night cook and person in charge. He is married to Lisa, who started working in 1995 as our morning/lunch cook and person in charge. They married in 2008 and now have Hannah and Jason Jr. Jordan works mornings and afternoons; he also has a band called A Mile at Sea. The kids (Jason, Lisa, Jordan) take care of 90% of all Clock business and have since 2007, when Jeff was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. Multiple myeloma is a cancer formed by malignant plasma cells that attack healthy cells and bone marrow. He had been misdiagnosed with broken vertebrae for two years. We went to the oncologist and he immediately admitted Jeff for a kyphoplasty and chemotherapy. Although the doctor did not believe in staging or telling patients how long they had, research showed us that there weren’t many treatments available and that life expectancy was short. Later that year, Jeff began tandem autologous (self) stem cell transplant; he was

hoping to have about three symptom-free years. Within a year, the cancer started attacking again and he began another treatment. Jeff has had eight kyphoplasty surgeries and currently does IV chemotherapy twice a week and takes an oral chemotherapy 21 days a month. This regimen’s effectiveness is supposed to be 18 months maximum. Jeff has well surpassed this time. After this treatment stops working, Dr. Fanning (his current oncologist) wants to do an allogeneic (donor) stem cell transplant. This will be a fight not only because of the dangers, but also with the insurance companies, which don’t recognize a donor transplant as a viable form of treatment for multiple myeloma. Science has come a long way since Jeff’s diagnosis, but the United States still has much catching up to do in treating this cancer. We are hoping for another therapy to come down the pipeline soon. Jeff has always said you deal with the hand you are

given. He isn’t one to have pity parties and tries to keep a positive outlook. He enjoys going to Clock and appreciates all the support our customers give him. We have to admit that the growth of Main Street Fountain Inn is scary and sometimes inconvenient, but we know it’s what’s best for everyone. Benjamin Franklin said, “Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning.” More businesses means more traffic. More traffic equals more revenue. More revenue helps everyone. The inconvenience will be short-lived and before you know it, Main Street will truly be the “Inn Place to Be!”

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SIMPSONVILLE WEDDING DISTRICT RIBBON CUTTING Thursday, April 9, 2015 6:00pm 9:00pm 211 Northeast Main Street Simpsonville, SC 29681

SIMPSONVILLE CHAMBER’S 2015 ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT Thursday, April 16, 2015 9:00am 10:00am Willow Creek Golf HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL PLANT SALE Friday, April 17, 2015 9:00am 5:00pm 3665 S Industrial Dr Simpsonville, SC 29681 AN EVENING WITH POLICE CHIEF KEITH GROUNSELL Friday, April 17, 2015 7:00pm 8:00pm 110 Academy St Simpsonville, SC 29681 KELLEY’S KURE Saturday, April 18, 2015 8:14am 10:14am Heritage Park YARD SALE - BRYSON MIDDLE JUNIOR BETA CLUB Saturday, April 18, 2015 8:00pm 9:00pm Bryson Middle School

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Caroline S. Coleman 537, C of C, Holds March Meeting Pam Evans Caroline S. Coleman Chapter 537, Children of the Confederacy, held its March meeting on Saturday, March 21, 2015. Miss Chandler Tucker, Chapter Vice President, presided in the absence of our Chapter President, Sumter Chumley, who was out of town at the time of the meeting.

Pictured are Rhonda Mauldin, Simpsonville Food Lion Store Manager, and Harvest Hope representatives; Jane Daniel, Jan Howard, and Jordan Littleton.

Food Lion Recognizes Manager of the Year Rhonda Mauldin by Donating $2,000 to Harvest Hope Press Release (Greenville) Food Lion has named Simpsonville store manager Rhonda Mauldin as their 2014 Store Manager of the Year, and to recognize her exemplary community service, will donate $2,000 in her name and her store’s honor to Harvest Hope Food Bank. The presentation took place at Harvest Hope’s facility at 2818 White Horse Road on Friday, March 20 at 11:00 am. As part of the company’s focus on hunger relief, Food Lion Feeds and Mauldin’s Food Lion store support Harvest Hope to help residents struggling with daily hunger in the Greater Greenville Area. Food Lion’s Store Manager Excellence Awards recognize and honor exceptional Store Managers such as Rhonda Mauldin who enrich the lives of Food Lion customers, associates, and the communities they serve, successfully lead their business, and support and inspire others. Mauldin was selected from among a group of 1,108 store managers across the company. “I really don’t think of myself as an exceptional store manager; however, what I do think of as exceptional is my team,” said Mauldin. “They really

are the reason I’m here today and I’m honored to accept this award on their behalf.” Mauldin was honored at an annual event on February 11 at Food Lion’s headquarters in Salisbury, N.C., which was attended by her family and colleagues. This is not the first time either Food Lion or the grocery store industry has lauded Mauldin for her outstanding leadership skills. She received store manager excellence awards for her work both with Bloom and Food Lion stores in 2009, 2010, 2013 and 2014. Grocery store industry trade publication, Progressive Grocer, also inducted Mauldin into its prestigious 2014 Top Women in Grocery group. In February Harvest Hope Food Banks’ Greenville Emergency Food Pantry on White Horse Road provided food to 1,493 families. Working with 65 local faith-based agency partners, Harvest Hope also distributed meals throughout the Greater Greenville Area to provide for an additional 14,661 families. The generous donation from Food Lion will provide 8,000 meals for Harvest Hope’s mission to provide for local families, seniors and children.

The chapter was honored to have some of the members of the Laurens Briars chapter join us for our meeting. The program topic, suggested by the Historian General, was “The Confederate Treasury.” Mr. Greg Harrison, member of the 16th Regiment, Camp 36, Greeville, SCV, was our guest speaker. He came to us as “Christopher Memminger, Secretary of the Treasury, CSA.” Mr. Harrison gave an interesting and informative program on Confederate money, sharing some examples of Confederate notes and coins with the chapter. It was a privilege to have two of our SC Division officers, Caroline Verdin, SC Division President, and Savannah Mitchell, SC Division Vice President, at our meeting. Miss Verdin brought greetings on behalf of the Division and encouraged us to attend the Division Convention in May. Two prospective members were in attendance: McKinley Bagwell and Crayton Bagwell. Their grandfather, Preston Garrett, was a member of the original Caroline S. Coleman chapter. Their great-uncle, Gordon Garrett, had been a member and President of Caroline S. Coleman Chapter.. He had

also served as President General of the CofC. At our re-chartering ceremony last September, he brought greetings to us and encouraged us to become as active as possible in the CofC organization. We are very excited to have descendants of original Caroline S. Coleman Chapter members become members in our newly rechartered chapter! Mr. Nicholas Dill, Chapter Historian, presented the significant events of the War that occurred in March of 1865, as part of our Sesquicentennial Remembrance. He also told of the March Days of Observance. Nicholas gave a report for us on William Dill, one of his Confederate ancestors, who served in Co. H, 3rd Battalion, SC Light Artillery, and then transferred to Co. D, 16th SC Infantry. Mila Barnett gave a report on one of her Confederate ancestors, Joseph Nabors, who served in Co. B, 2nd SC Rifles. For their March benevolent project, the chapter members brought items to be donated to Back Pack Ministries for distribution to children of Armstrong Elementary School. Children with Confederate ancestry, who are interested in learning more of the true history of the South in fellowship with other like-minded young people, are invited to become a part of our organization. Caroline S. Coleman 537 is an auxiliary of Oliver Thompson 1850, UDC. For more information, contact Pam Evans, Chapter Director, at 832-867-9224.

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James Alvin Cannon, 86, a well-loved and long time funeral director from Fountain Inn, SC, and husband of the late Sara Frances Askins Cannon, died at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, March 22, 2015. A son of the late Arthur Dickson and Lila Foy Cannon, he spent all of his 86 years in the community founded by his pioneering greatgrandfather, Noah Cannon. After graduating high school from Gordon Military College in Barnesville, GA, he attended Wofford College from 1946-1948. In 1949, he graduated from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science and returned home to work in the family funeral business which was established in 1879. As a third generation funeral director, this wellrespected gentleman offered compassion and comfort to thousands of families in the area. Mr. Cannon was past president of South Carolina Funeral Directors Association, the State Board of Funeral Service, an honored member of the National Selected Morticians, and past president of the South Carolina Cemetery Association. James was a life-long member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Fountain Inn. His grandfather, James A. Cannon, in partnership with James

SIMPSONVILLEBANNER.COM West, donated the land to begin this church in 1887. He was one of four founding members and a past president of Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce. He served on the City Council for two terms and was a Fire Department volunteer. He was a member of the Rotary Club, the Fountain Inn Music Club, and a charter member and past president of the Lions Club. He was a director of the Palmetto Bank Board for 25 years, and served on the local board as well. His family was his greatest enjoyment, with golf coming in a close second. He was an original organizer of Fox Run Country Club and served as past president. He loved boating and spent many enjoyable times with friends and family at Lake Hartwell. He was an enthusiastic fan of Wofford, Furman, Carolina, and Clemson football. He was a licensed pilot and soloed the same day as his daughter, Cathy. James enjoyed life, made friends easily, and was a great storyteller with a humorous personality. All who met him felt comfortable in his presence because of his gentle and kind nature. Mr. Cannon is survived by two daughters: Cathy (Harold) Hubka of Ormond Beach, FL, and Carol (John) Hopkins of Simpsonville, SC; a son, Al (Cindy) Cannon of Greenville, SC; a brother, Dick (Jenny) Cannon of Naples, FL; and a brother-in-law, John E. Johnston of Greenville. Pops adored his grandchildren: Alison (Jimmy) Schroeder of Orlando, FL; Cole (Jenna) Hubka of Jupiter, FL; James Cannon Hubka of Greenville, Caroline Hopkins of Greenville, John Drayton Hopkins, III of Simpsonville, and Sara Emory Cannon and Westly Cannon of Greenville; and his great-grandchildren: Sara Cate and Brady

Schroeder of Orlando, FL. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Jeanne (Leon) Johnson and Caroline Johnston. Our family will be eternally grateful for the love shared between our dad and Mary Abercrombie. We wish to especially recognize and thank Donald “Chicken” Smith of Fountain Inn for the unconditional love, friendship, and care he provided our father for many, many years. Enhancing his life these last years were caretakers Cindy Davis, Gloria Ramey, and Sandy Thomason of ResCare, as well as Linda Powell Carroll of Simpsonville. Our dad was pleased and proud to continue the family tradition of compassionate funeral service when he partnered with Andy Byrd and our families opened Heritage Funeral Home. A Visitation will be held on Friday, March 27 from 4:00-7:00 pm at Heritage Funeral Home, 313 N. Main Street, Simpsonville, SC. A Funeral Service will be conducted on Saturday, March 28 at 1:00 pm in the chapel of Heritage Funeral Home with Rev. Laura Canine officiating. A Committal Service will follow at Cannon Memorial Mausoleum, 1150 N. Main St., Fountain Inn. Pallbearers will be Rick Foy, Randy Foy, Dickson Cannon, Cole Hubka, Cannon Hubka, John Drayton Hopkins, III, Drew Fortson, Travis Fortson, and Donald Smith. Memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 403 S. Weston St., Fountain Inn, SC 29644, or to the Fountain Inn History Center, 102 Depot Street, Fountain Inn, SC 29644. Heritage Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. heritage-funeral.com

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HAROLD LEE BRIDGES Harold Lee Bridges, 76, passed away March 18, 2015, after two years of declining health. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Betty Jane (Janie Brown) Bridges. Born July 14, 1938, he was the son of Furman Carlton Bridges and Leona Allen Bridges. He graduated from Pendleton High School, Class of 1956. He attended Tri-County Technical College and Greenville Technical College. His working career began with Owens Corning Fiberglass in Anderson, SC, for 13 years. He worked for Burlington Industries in Mooresville, NC, for 5 years and Michelin Tire Corporation in Greenville, SC, for 25 years. His roles were varied including quality technician and production supervisor. Harold served for 7 years in the Army Reserves. He was an active member of Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church where he served as an elder and worked on the fellowship committee, property committee and administrative committee. He was a member of the Adult Forum Sunday School Class. After receiving a kidney transplant in 2011, Harold became

an active participant and volunteer with the Donate Life organization. He was a longtime supporter and volunteer at the Meyer Center for Special Children. After retirement from Michelin, he started a retirement group that began with 4 fellow retirees getting together for lunch to a group of over 200 who still meet for lunch quarterly at Tommy’s Ham House. Harold’s favorite activities included traveling, camping, gardening, barbecuing and spending time with friends and family, especially with his grandchildren, Morgan, Jonathan and Kurt. He was an avid Clemson supporter and loved nothing better than heading to Clemson on a cool fall day to tailgate with family and friends and watch the Tigers play. He was Harold to Janie, Dad to Scott and Michelle, as well as Dad to Tina White Piper and Dr. James V. Piephoff, who spent a lot of their growing up years at the Bridges house. He was Papa to Morgan, Jonathan and Kurt. He was “Coot” to his Pendleton High School friends and he was “Hammer” or “Nub” to his Michelin friends. He is survived by his son, Harold Scott Bridges of Irmo, SC, and his daughter, Michelle Bridges Bliss and sonin-law David Bliss of Austin, TX; his beloved grandchildren, Morgan Bridges of Irmo, SC, and Kurt Bliss and Jonathan Bliss of Austin, TX. He is also survived by sisters, Barbara Hardy, Frances McCurley and Reba Gambrell; brother, Carlton Bridges; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased

by his parents and a brother, Coy Bridges. He also leaves special friends, Mark and Sandy Holiday, the parents of his kidney donor, as well as his church family at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church and other longtime friends. A Memorial Service was held at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church on Saturday, March 21, 2015, at 3:00PM conducted by the Reverend Stan Reid and the Reverend Russell Benton, with receiving of friends prior to the service from 1:30-2:45PM. A private graveside service will be held at New Silver Brook Cemetery in Anderson. The family requests that flowers be omitted and, if desired, memorials may be made to the Building Fund, Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church, 739 North Main Street, Mauldin, SC 29662 or to the Meyer Center for Special Children, 1132 Rutherford Road, Greenville, SC 29609. The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Willy Tsai and Dr. Joseph Henderson for their many years of care to Harold and to the staff in the skilled nursing facility at Emeritus on Pelham Road for their loving attention while Harold was a resident there. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www. thomasmcafee.com. Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel

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and avid golfer. Survivors, in addition to his wife, include a son James G. Beck and wife Linda of Wixom, MI; a daughter Dana Anne Beck Wingert and husband Steve Wingert of Woodbine, MD; grandchildren, Alyssa Beck, Nathan Beck, Joshua Beck, Mitchell Wingert and Madison Wingert; and a brother Bill Beck and wife Isabel of Lancaster,PA. He was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Beck. The Funeral Mass was celebrated at 10:00AM on Monday, March 23, 2015, at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, 2252 Woodruff Rd, Simpsonville SC 29681. The family wishes to thank Interim Hospice for their care and support. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Interim HealthCare Hospice, 155 Deacon Tiller Court,

Duncan, SC 29334. Mary Elizabeth Owens Raines. Condolences may be sent to the family Mr. Raines was a selfby visiting www. employed barber for 55 thomasmcafee.com. years. He was a member of Mauldin Church of Thomas McAfee Funeral Private and Locally God. Owned Home, Southeast Chapel Survivors, in addition to his wife, include a daughter Renee Raines of Simpsonville; a son Allen Raines of Belton; four grandchildren; and two sisters, Martha Tucker and Clairette Sims, both of Greenville. Visitation was held from 12:00-1:45PM on Friday, March 20, 2015, at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel. The Funeral Service followed at 2:00PM. RALPH RAINES Burial was in Greenville Memorial Gardens. Ralph Raines, 75, of Mauldin, husband of Memorials may be made Helen Storay Raines, to Mauldin Church of died Tuesday, March 17, God, 411 E. Butler Road, 2015. Mauldin 29662. Born in Greenville Condolences may County, he was the son be sent to the family of the late Anderson by visiting www. Garfield Raines and thomasmcafee.com.

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