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Will Simpsonville Farmers Market be Spoiled by City Fees and Taxes? Beth Kelley Fann To market, to market. Calling up memories of an era gone by, the Simpsonville Farmers Market features locally grown food, grass fed meat, seafood brought up fresh from the coast, and locally made products like goat cheese and baked goods. Every Saturday morning in the warm season vendors line the stretch of land visible from E Curtis Street, setting up tents and tables filled with items for purchase. The market began as a private, volunteer led effort in 2010 and quickly outgrew its first location. Simpsonville residents appreciated the opportunity to purchase local food, and Saturday shopping trips have become tradition for many. Master gardener Dianne Carson leads the effort year round, donating her time to coordinating and promoting the market and vendors. The range of items offered provide a shopping experience that fills both fridge and cupboard, with the added bonus of helping neighbors support their livelihoods. The market is scheduled to reopen May 9 this year, but city government has stated that individual Simpsonville business permits must be obtained and hospitality and sales tax collected by some. Traditionally Carson would collect a payment from each vendor, and with that money she paid for advertising and worked to promote the group. The vendors manage set up and clean up themselves, leaving the park as they found it. Carson says assistance from the city is not needed;

traffic flows well and Saturday morning comes and goes without incident. The farmers market vendors are residents using city land, which by definition belongs to them. David Dyrhaug, the city administrator for Simpsonville, explained the policies that may affect the market going forward. “The city’s ordinances require that vendors at events such as the farmers market obtain a vendor’s license. In addition, if any vendor is selling prepared foods or beverages, the city also has an ordinance that requires a hospitality tax on such sales. Absent any policy to the contrary from the city council, we have no choice but to ask that the farmers market follow the city’s ordinances just like we would expect vendors at any other event to follow.” For a small farmer dependent on slim profits, those fees could easily end their ability to participate. While neighboring Fountain Inn does charge a vendor fee, the city does not get involved with sales tax. City Administrator Eddie Case stated that sales tax is between the vendor and SC Department of Revenue. He also said they do not require business licenses for individual market vendors there. Losing the market would create ripples in other areas as well. Simpsonville’s nowthriving downtown would lose a percentage of the shoppers that visit for lunch and other local goods following a market trip. Visitors from as far away as Greer and Gray Court visit

In their words... “...the people, plain and simple. The rest is just a bonus, you don’t have people rushing in and out like the big box stores. Everyone is friendly and there to take in the entire experience.” -Scott Ainsworth, Fountain Inn

Photo from last year’s Farmers Market at Simpsonville City Park the Simpsonville market for its diverse offerings and community atmosphere. In addition the market serves as a proven launchpad for entrepreneurs. Exchange Co. Coffee Bar and Bake Shop founder Michael Bacaro shared his story: “The Simpsonville Farmers Market holds a very special place in the history of Exchange Company. When we first had the vision to bring a local coffee shop to Simpsonville, we decided to start small. We scaled it down to two tables and a tent. With minimal start up cost and really no other venue to try, we decided to start selling coffee and baked goods at the Simpsonville Farmers Market. We wanted to “test the waters” and see if the people of Simpsonville wanted a coffee shop in town, we wanted to see if it could be profitable.

The Farmers Market provided the perfect venue. Not only did it answer our questions of viability and profitability, but we also began to gather a following of individuals who were incredibly supportive of our efforts and we have retained them as customers today. We also had the ability to meet other vendors who were very supportive and very welcoming, it truly became a family that we spent our Saturday mornings with. These vendors are passionate about what they do and care deeply about supporting the community and local business.” Some residents assume the market is city-led. At a March city committee meeting, resident Jim Kincannon requested to take over management of the market as a vehicle to raise funds for Kiwanis. As the market is a private entity Mr. Kincannon’s

“The best part about the farmer’s market is getting guaranteed fresh food from our neighbors. You support local growers and make friends in the process.” -Brandon Herring, Simpsonville “When we were there visiting, we loved the fresh coffee beans, tomatoes, and boiled peanuts!” -Jamie Thackston Flaniken, Texas

request could not be answered by city officials. To date, the city has not notably supported the market financially. Unlike the markets in Travelers Rest and Fountain Inn, there is no pavilion at the park or signage directing visitors. A plan was made for a pavilion by the city in 2012, but funding was never made available. The market’s success to date is due solely to volunteers, vendors and patrons. Unlike chain grocery stores and restaurants that are open year-round, the seasonal profits made by market vendors may not be enough to sustain the city’s requirements. The next Simpsonville City Council meeting will be held on April 14 at 6:30pm. Residents that wish to address this topic may sign up at the door to speak.

“It’s truly for the people by the people.” -Lisa Searfoss, Piedmont “Okra!! And you can take your puppy.” -Kathleen Wentworth, Simpsonville “The farmer’s market reminds me of the old simpsonville! Family, friends and good times getting together.” -Marsha Jones, Simpsonville

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2015 Spring Special Olympics Furman University hosted the Spring Special Olympics on Wednesday, April 8. Residents from the Golden Strip were present as participants and volunteers.

Baseball Highlights Photos by Stephen Moore ©2015 smooregems.smugmug.com The Woodmont Wildcats opened their Thursday evening game with Landon Samples, No. 5, throwing the first pitch. Samples is the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Boy of the Year. The Wildcats went on to defeat Greenville 7-6.

Shown at right: Kara Gabrielle Fuller of Simpsonville shows off her temporary tattoos at the event. She brought home both bronze and gold medals. To learn more about Kara, visit gofundme.com/ karasprincesswish Shown below: Miss Fountain Inn Teen Hannah Curry with students from Berea Elementary. Curry’s platform for 2015 is Inclusion for Disabled Youth.

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Welcome Renovation of Main Street Building Underway Beth Kelley Fann The corner building at 138 South Main Street began as an American Ritchfield gas station. Anchoring Simpsonville’s downtown along with Vaughn’s Country Store, the building went on to live as a tire shop, then a video store.

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More recently it was known as Simpsonville Florist. While no longer in this building, the florist is still in business and located at 1209 NE Main Street. The familiar sign is still in place at the old location, but won’t be much longer.

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The building was recently sold to Jason Hucks, Simpsonville resident, financial advisor and business owner. An extension of his established business, Hucks Financial Services, the building will house a secondary office and staff. Passerby will notice crews at work renovating every square inch of the building and parking area. The original brick facade will remain, and craftsman style details are being added to enhance the exterior.

The landscaping plan will also be welcomed by visitors and fellow business owners of the downtown district. Softening the current sea of pavement, green areas and foundation plantings will add life to the lot. Charming fencing will line the back of the property, and aging power poles are being moved or replaced. There is also room for an additional business with the carefully planned remodel. Both parcels will have attractive entries with reception areas, and large windows flood the inside with natural light. Conference rooms, private offices and kitchens outfit both spaces. Tile and hardwood flooring will go in soon, and generous wood trim will finish off the interior. Behind the

aesthetics, Hucks has planned for modern technology needs with CAT5 run throughout the building. Recognizing the growth in Simpsonville, the redesign has considered both visibility and downtown foot traffic. Better than a billboard, the renovated sign outside will offer Hucks Financial and the future tenant a constant brand presence in the bustling downtown. The offices may already have a second tenant at the time of this writing. The Simpsonville Area Chamber of Commerce is considering the Trade Street side for offices and the Welcome Center Jason Hucks is also a lead volunteer for Honor Flight Upstate, and the buildings

prime location will offer opportunity for community interaction. Plans for a cookout and fundraiser during Memorial Day are already underway, and he hopes the parking lot will be close to finished by that time. For more information Jason Hucks can be reached at 864642-2471. Hucks Financial Services is a Raymond James affiliate offering independent financial advising and investment products. More information can be found at hucksfinancialservices.com Honor Flight Upstate can be found at honorflightupstatesc. com or by calling 864-879VETS (864-963-5774

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Hillcrest Students Prepare for Annual Plant Sale

WHEN: Friday, April 17 until sold out 9:00am-5:00pm

Corey Barker pring is in full swing and S many people are dusting off their gardening gloves and hitting the dirt. Whether gifted with a green thumb or not, gardening can be a rewarding and therapeutic endeavor. After a long day working the soil, it is nice to sit back and look at your accomplishments. Of course before one can garden, they will need something to plant. This is where the Hillcrest High School Plant Sale comes into play. HHS’s annual plant sale will be April 17th. This annual event is an exercise in self sufficiency. I recently had the opportunity to speak with Mark Earle, a teacher at Hillcrest, whose classes include Horticulture, Landscape and Agricultural Science. However, Mr. Earle isn’t just teaching his students information, he is also instilling in them values that will stick with them for the rest of their lives. The Hillcrest High School greenhouse is impressive by any standards. It becomes even more impressive when you learn that almost everything involving the greenhouse is done by high school students. Mr. Earle explains, “Everything but the building of the greenhouse was done by students. The irrigation system, the underground irrigation, the shade house and the Ram in front of the school was designed by the students. The courtyards are maintained by the students and they even poured the concrete for the tennis courts.” Upon seeing the contents of the greenhouse, it

becomes even more apparent how dedicated Mr. Earle and his students are to their craft. Mr. Earle used the term “jungle” when describing the greenhouse, and I could not agree more. Lush greenery fills the space that looks better than what is found at most home stores. The beauty of the foliage found in the greenhouse can largely be attributed to the care that Mr. Earle and his students give the plants. They use organic soil with very little fertilizers, if any. They also use a watering method that is good for the plants, and good for the environment. “We are very water conscious. The new shade cloth we put over the greenhouse cuts water use in half. We try not to waste any water.” During my visit to the greenhouse, students were doing all sorts of tasks. There was one group outside repairing some cloth on the ground, while another group was inside the greenhouse tending to the plants. The level of respect the students showed for the greenhouse and Mr. Earle was a refreshing sight. Seeing all of the foliage in the greenhouse, I had to know, what were all of the plants housed here? With so many options of things to grow, I wanted to find out how plants for the greenhouse were chosen. The success of the previous plant sales has been a big component in what is being sold. “It is very customer driven. It is all about variety. And you don’t want to have too much of one thing. We have gained a big following.” One demonstration

of the following that the Hillcrest greenhouse has accrued can be seen in the Wandering Jew hanging in the greenhouse. They all come from the same parent plant and have for the past ten years. “Every year people bring some back so we can snip some off and plant them.” In addition to the Wandering Jew, the greenhouse also grows Geraniums, Marigolds, as well as produce. The geraniums also carry in interesting story. They are an experimental breed from Jolly Farmer in Canada. The students are tasked with observing the plant and then sending those observations and feedback to Jolly Farmer. I mentioned earlier that the Plant Sale was an exercise in self sufficiency. That is because the whole operation is essentially student run. Mr. Earle radiated pride as he spoke about his students. “The students are responsible for pricing. It is an exercise in budgeting. It is neat for the students to learn about the limited space in a greenhouse and choose what to grow based on what sells and what doesn’t.” Not only do the students price and budget, but they are also responsible for knowing about the plants. “If someone asks where the Marigolds are, the kids need to know about the plants so they can help the customers.” As if that wasn’t enough to memorize, it is even more impressive that the students keep an inventory of all of the plants housed in the greenhouse.

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he notion of self sufficiency is T deepened when Mr. Earle tells me where the money raised from the plant sale is spent. “The neat thing, every red cent stays inside this chain link fence.” Yes, all the money raised from the plant sale is used for the students who made the plant sale possible. Mr. Earle explained the process, “I usually let the seniors decide what we need whether it be a tractor or some other type of equipment.” The money is also spent on field trips for the students. The students use the money to visit The FFA National Convention, or the FFA Beach Camp in Cherry Grove, SC. The students have even used the money to attend the SC State House Plant Presentation. This is an event where students present the Commissioner of Agriculture with plants grown at the Hillcrest greenhouse. These plants will then be used in the landscaping of the State House

and Governor’s Mansion. Above all, the biggest feeling upon leaving the Hillcrest High School greenhouse is the sense of gratification felt by the students and Mr. Earle. “My biggest thrust is that these kids are working. In most education, kids aren’t taught a work ethic. I want to instill a sense of pride. It is something to see the kids come into the greenhouse when everything is in bloom knowing they had a part in it.” As Mr. Earle walks me to the doors of the high school, I get just a glimpse of what all of this means to him. “If you love what you do you never work a day in your life.” It is very apparent that Mr. Earle loves what he does, and he is passing that love and drive on to his students. The Hillcrest High School Plant Sale is April 17th. Get there early, as the plants tend to sell fast.

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Local Church Holds Art Show to Benefit Homeless

WHEN: Thursday, April 23 7:00-9:30pm WHERE: Hyatt Regency Greenville 220 North Main St, Greenville

Corey Barker As I enter Pastor Deb Richardson-Moore’s office, I can’t help but be reminded of the spring day outside. There is a sense of joy about the whole thing. The walls are painted a refreshing sea foam green, wicker furniture adorns the room and brightly colored art fills the space with even more color. I am visiting Pastor Deb of the Triune Mercy Center to speak with her about the upcoming art show Triune will hold on April 23rd at the Hyatt in downtown Greenville. astor Deb exudes a warmth P and light that makes you feel at ease when talking to her. You can instantly tell this is someone who wants to help others. That is the mission of Triune Mercy Center, to help those in need. Before Triune Mercy Center became what it is today, the building used to house a United Methodist Church. In 1989, the Methodist Church opened their Triune Mercy Arm which served as a soup kitchen and clothes closet. In 2003, the Methodist Church dissolved. At this time, the Church became nondenominational and added a host of services such as: social workers, mental health counselors, lawyers,

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an ophthalmologist, and job coaches. Pastor Deb describes it as a “transformational” place. About all of the services offered at Triune, Pastor Deb commented, “There are so many things that help people who want to get back on their feet.” his is where the idea of T the Art Show comes from. However, before learning about the Art Show itself, it is important to learn about the artists who are creating the pieces that will be on display. Triune Mercy Center is home to many creative programs that give people from all walks of life a chance to have a creative outlet. The art room is but one of these outlets. The idea for an art room started very early in the history of Triune Mercy Center when a professional artist approached them with the idea. Deb wanted to be clear about what the art room entails. “We don’t do art lessons. We provide a warm, fun, nurturing place.” Here in lies the beauty of the art room. “It is a place for everyone. You might have a homeless person sitting next to a Furman student. Anyone is welcome.” Not only is anyone welcome at Triune’s

art room, but almost all forms of art can be created there as the room has ample supplies. Pastor Deb explains, “You can sew, embroider, knit, sculpt, carve wood, create a collage, paint, draw. Any conceivable art form.” If you are interested in visiting the art room it is open Wednesdays and Saturdays 9 am - noon and Sundays 1 pm - 3:30. The art room is not the only option however. Triune also offers a music program for the housed and homeless, choir, gospel band, and their improv theater known as “Playback Cafe,” which Deb describes as “homeless parishioners tell their stories, and trained actors play them back.” or some people who spend F their time in the art room, their creativity is more than just a hobby. It is their livelihood. Some individuals take their art with them when they leave the art room and are able to sell it in order to help themselves survive. Pastor Deb tells me the story of Charles who goes by “Hillbilly.” A Vietnam veteran, he is a regular in the art room. Hillbilly is also homeless. He has been living in a tent in the woods for quite a while. Hillbilly creates beautiful landscapes and seascapes. A local photographer noticed Hillbilly’s talent and posted some of his work on his website. Hillbilly is now getting commissions from as far away as Charlotte for his unique and beautiful works of art. If a person decides to leave their artwork with Triune, it can be used in the art show which is a fantastic fundraising tool. riune is no stranger to T holding art shows. “There were a lot in the early years, but they were on site and got so time consuming.” Enter: the Upstate Women’s Club. After hearing Pastor Deb speak, the Upstate Women’s Club reached out to Deb about making this Art Show one of their new

Painting by Christy Lee Peeks Fowler projects. This partnership allowed for the art show to move in a larger direction. As previously mentioned, this year the show will be held at the Hyatt. It is also being held in conjunction with a state conference for the Women’s Club. This allows for a broader audience to be exposed to the good works that Triune is doing. This is also the first year that the show will have a live auction as well as the usual silent auctions. There will also be raffles to win baskets. astor Deb cannot say enough P good things about the artists whose art will be for sale at the art show. “There are so many distinct voices, and a lot of them.” During my visit with Deb she showed me Triune’s art room. It was remarkable to see her pick up a piece of art and without even having to look at the signature, be able to tell me who created it. Her passion for the people she works with

is truly something to behold. When I asked her why people should come to the art show she replied, “It is really really good stuff. It is fun. You’re not only getting something beautiful and artistic, you are helping someone who is homeless, impoverished, or marginalized come into their own.” It is understandable that when someone comes across a cause this noble they want to help out. To those who want to help at Triune she offers this message, “Come worship with us. 11 on Sunday mornings. Come to the art room and join us. Stay for lunch. Make a day of it. Feel free to be with us. Just come and be.” Another way you can help out is by attending the art show on April 23 at the Hyatt. If art isn’t your cup of tea, Triune will also be holding a fundraiser concert on April 17 featuring local artists. If you are interested in learning more about the Triune Mercy Center, visit them at www.triunemercy.org

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Golden Strip Fishing Spots Brandon Herring Being a fisherman, I get asked all the time about the best spot to go fishing around here. Being a smart fisherman, I seldom tell anyone the “best” spot… I moved to the Simpsonville area when I was around 15 years old. From the time I could get out on my own, I was looking for places to fish. Not having a boat or a car limited my choices to the places I could easily catch a ride and bank access was a must. That led me to some pretty interesting places and I didn’t always catch fish. I hope to share with you some of my experience so you can skip the leg work and get right into the fishing. If you are over 16, you will need a valid South Carolina fishing license for all of the places I will list. There are some pay lakes in the area that do not require a license, but they will not be listed here. Always check local and state laws before casting a line to keep yourself out of trouble. The first place I will take you is right off of W Georgia Rd near the Brashier Campus of Greenville Tech. Once you pass the college, there is a bridge that crosses over the Reedy River. Right before that bridge is a driveway that goes back to the hospice house behind the college. As you pull in you will notice a dirt road that goes into the woods on the left side of the driveway. If you do not own a truck, I would not advise going up the road. It gets pretty rough up there and you can easily get stuck. There is plenty of parking space beside the dirt road to use, but it will mean your walk will be a bit farther.

Once you get to the top of the dirt road, you will see a parking space. From there you can choose to go down the right side of the hill to calmer waters or you can go straight back to the faster moving rapids. Bass and various sunfish typically hang out in the calmer waters near cover, so I would suggest the slower moving waters on the right side. You will need to master the sidearm cast or underhand cast because there are a lot of low hanging branches along the bank. The trees by the water are decorated with various lures and bobbers from fisherman who have learned that lesson the hard way. You can also access the Reedy River from Ashmore Bridge Rd in Mauldin. Parking in this area is a bit of a challenge, but well worth the effort. This area will get you access to some of the deeper waters in the Reedy River in our area. These areas are great for catfish during the summer when water temperatures rise and the fish are more active. Fishing the shallow water for sunfish to use as cut bait for the catfish in the deeper water is a winning combination. It will keep you busy while you are waiting for the catfish to bite in the deeper water. The sidearm and underhand cast will come in handy here as well. The Reedy River is lined with some very dense woods and some of the best places to cast are covered by low hanging branches. Many years of fishing the rivers in the area have taught me how to aim so if you are fairly new to fishing you may want to bring along extra tackle. You will either learn how to

aim or learn how to decorate your next Christmas tree with a fishing pole. Our next stop is the Enoree River where it intersects Cooper Bridge Rd in Fountain Inn. This one is a fairly new spot to me, but has quickly become one of my favorites. The river is accessible by a trail that runs down beside the Deyoung Bridge. There is a small dirt lot to park on right before the bridge. You will probably see other vehicles parked in the area since the spot is also a swimming hole that the area teenagers like to hang out. You will need to walk a little way in either direction to get to the best fishing spots. The areas near the bridge are usually occupied with swimmers so the fish are out away from the noise and splashing. Some of the trails get a little rough, so I would not recommend taking small children along for this one. These river spots also provide some very beautiful scenery. There are plenty of awesome sights for the photography buffs. If you are not into fishing or photography, both rivers are also great for kayaking. Always remember that rivers are affected by the spring rains and can rise suddenly, without warning. If you think it may rain in the area, steer clear of the river until it clears up. That’s all the space I have for this article. Next time I will get into the local lakes and ponds that have decent bank access. As always, if you have any pictures that you would like to share send them to me at brandon@ simpsonvillebanner.com /AcrosmithGymnastics

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Milton LeRoy Redd, 89, loving husband of Catherine Arnold Davis Redd, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2015 at his home. Milt was born in New Willard, TX, on March 31, 1926, and was a son of the late Edward Thomas Redd and Lillie Mae Newton Redd. A graduate of Groveton High School in Groveton, TX, he attended Texas A&M and later graduated from The University of Maryland. While a student at Texas A&M, Milt was drafted at age 18 to serve his country in World War II. He faithfully served in Italy, Germany, Eniwetok, Ethiopia, Taiwan and Vietnam, along with seven assignments in the United States and retired as a Lieutenant Colonel from the US Army Signal Corps. Mr. Redd was the recipient of the Legion of Merit with two Oak Leaf Clusters, Bronze Star, Air Medal, Army Commendation with two Oak Leaf Clusters, Good Conduct and Occupation with Air Lift Medals. Following retirement Milt worked for Northrop Grumman Corporation. In January 2000, Milt and Cathy were married at Fort Hill Presbyterian Church in Clemson and lived for a while at Lake Keowee. Milt called Cathy’s five children “The Thundering Herd” and came to love them as his own, and they him. For 15 years, the Redds and Davises met in March to celebrate birthdays. Milt and Cathy have been residents in a cottage at Foothills Presbyterian Retirement Community for nearly 10 years. During this time, they were very active members of Providence Presbyterian Church, where Milt served as an Elder. Milt was preceded in death by his parents and two wives, Ruth Vann Redd and Mary Duncan Redd. Left to cherish his memory are his son, Randall Vann Redd, who

was born in Ethiopia, and his wife Beverly of Spring, TX; his daughter, Deborah Susan Redd Lawton, born in Queens, NY, and her husband John of King George, VA; six grandchildren, Rebecca Lawton of Moscow, ID, Thomas Lawton and his wife, Rose of Colfax, WA, Samuel Lawton of King George, VA , Abigail Lawton of Radford, VA, Nathaniel Lawton of King George, VA and Elizabeth Lawton Raehn and her husband Dylan of Glendive, MT; four great-grandchildren, Yvanna, Hannah and Laura Lawton, and Aryanna Raehn; “The Thundering Herd”, Matt L. Davis and his wife Rebecca of Charleston, SC, Rachel Davis Dunham of Charlotte, NC, Peter A. Davis and his wife Delta of Flower Mound, TX, Nan Davis Cline and her husband Mike of Moncks Corner, SC and John T. Davis and his wife Dana, of LaGrange, GA; Cathy’s grandchildren, Carrie Dunham Mayeux and her husbandLandry of Olympia, WA, Laura Nan Dunham of Charlotte, NC, Katherine Davis Lindsey and her husband Dave of Boston, MA, Mary Caroline Davis of Charleston, SC, Audrey Meredith Dunham of Knoxville, TN, Leslie Rachel Faulk of Summerville, SC, Turner McCray of LaGrange, GA, Sallie Rebecca Davis of Charleston, SC, Sara Nan Faulk of Moncks Corner, SC, and Kyndall Parker of LaGrange, GA; and a g re at - g r a n d d aug ht e r , Mylee Anne Heath. Cathy, along with Milt’s family and “The Thundering Herd” invite friends and family to join them in a Service of Worship honoring Milt’s life at 2:00 PM on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at Providence Presbyterian Church. A reception will follow in Ellenburg Hall. It was Milt’s desire that flowers be omitted and should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to Providence Presbyterian Church, 4000 Highway 153, Greenville, SC, 29611.

SIMPSONVILLEBANNER.COM Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel SUE CAMPBELL GOODIN Sue Campbell Goodin, 69, of Simpsonville, loving wife of Dennis Goodin, died Saturday, April 4, 2015. Born in South Bend, IN, she was the daughter of the late Dee Earl Campbell and Leona Birdsell Campbell. Survivors, in addition to her husband, include two daughters, Kimberly Rae Goodin of Greenville and Carrie Lynn Thomas of South River, NJ; one son Jeffrey Dennis Goodin of Wake Forest, NC; four grandchildren, Alyssa Goodin, Finnegan Goodin-Miller, Jordan Goodin and Jackson Thomas; and one brother Malcolm Campbell of Aliso Viejo, CA. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00PM on Saturday, April 11, 2015, at Advent United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Advent United Methodist Church, 2258 Woodruff Road, Simpsonville, SC 29681; Greenville Area Interfaith Hospitality Network, 1100 S Main Street, Greenville, SC 29601; or P.E.O. Sisterhood, 3700 Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50312. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee. com. Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel.

MEADOW GRACE OREN Meadow Grace Oren, daughter of Brandy and Cole Oren, went to be with Our Lord on Thursday, April 2, 2015. Born on March 15, 2014, Meadow laughed and smiled throughout her 12 months, bringing joy and happiness to all she touched. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her loving brother Jude,

maternal grandmother Carol Lewis, paternal grandparents Hyon and Lex Oren, great grandparents Betty Sinclair and Larry and Barbara Oren, Godparents Cody and Brittany Oren, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Meadow was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Kenneth Lewis, who awaits her in heaven. A Funeral Service was held at 6:30PM on Tuesday, April 7, 2015, at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel. Visitation will follow. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee. com. Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel

EDWARD A. ANTINOZZI Edward A. Antinozzi, 95, departed this life on Thursday, April 2, 2015 at his residence in Mauldin, South Carolina. He was born on January 6, 1920 in Newark, New Jersey, the youngest of four children, to the late Nicholas and Nancy Antinozzi. An avid learner and reader, Ed spent his life exploring the world around him, constantly expanding his mind and making friends everywhere he went. In 1942, he enlisted in the U.S. Army joining the 42nd Infantry Rainbow Division. Ed served the United States in World War II earning the rank of Sergeant and numerous decorations, such as: Combat Infantryman’s Badge, Bronze Star Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, and several others. He was discharged with honors on March 26, 1946. Ed met his wife, Lenore Merola, at Barringer Evening High School. The two married on June 1, 1946 at St. Michaels Catholic Church in Newark, New Jersey. They loved to play tennis together at the Maplewood Little Club in New Jersey where they were members. Lenore

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preceded him in death on June 29, 2008. After Lenore, Ed’s second love was music. In his teen years he taught himself to play the trombone and, later in life, the piano, performing in bands for most of his life. He was a founding member of the Greenville Upstate Senior Concert Band. Surviving are his daughter and son-in-law, Patricia and Carl Sebris; son, Robert Antinozzi; one grandson, five granddaughters, and two great-grandchildren. Also surviving are numerous loving family and friends. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Leonard Antinozzi, Laura DiMello, and Louise Parelli. The Funeral Mass will be held in New Jersey. A celebration of life will be held at a later date in Simpsonville, South Carolina. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a donation be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011. Condolences may be made to the family by visiting www. thomasmcafee.com. Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel

DOLORES SALVATORE JUDGE Dolores Salvatore Judge, 78, of Simpsonville, loving wife for 57 years to Leonard Judge, died Tuesday, March 31, 2015. Born in Chicago, she was the daughter of the late William and Ann Vitullo Salvatore. Survivors, in addition to her husband, include four children, John Judge and wife Lynne of Chicago, Kathy Intile and husband John of Simpsonville, Jim Judge and wife Maureen of Chicago, and Karen Judge and husband Louie Salto of Chicago; five cherished grandchildren, Jimmy, Kevin, Eric, Scotty and Hiatt; brother Bill Salvatore and wife Lyniece of Naples; and many devoted nieces

and nephews. She was preceded in death by sister Ruth Palermo and husband Guy, and sisterin-law Pat Zalewski and husband Joe. Visitation was held from 3:00-8:00PM on Friday, April 3, 2015, at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel. The Funeral Service was held at 1:00PM on Saturday, April 4, 2015, in the chapel of the funeral home. Burial followed in Graceland East Memorial Park. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee. com.

GLORIA LAMB FORRESTER Gloria Lamb Forrester, 68, of Spartanburg, loving wife of 49 years to David Luke Forrester, Sr., died Wednesday, April 1, 2015. Born in Spindale, NC, she was the daughter of the late Herbert Lamb and Nell Brown Clark. She was a retired medical transcriptionist. Survivors, in addition to her husband, include a daughter, Phyllis Granade and husband James of Atlanta; a son, David Luke Forrester, Jr., of Lufkin, TX; and a grandson, Jay Granade of Atlanta. Visitation was held from 10:00 to 10:45AM on Saturday, April 4, 2015, at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel. The Funeral Service followed at 11:00AM. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 301 University Ridge, Suite 5000, Greenville, 29601. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee. com.

RONALD BERKAU Ronald Berkau, 83, of Piedmont, husband of Patrica Ferree Berkau, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2015. Heritage Funeral Home assisted the family. heritage-funeral.com

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29662, with Fr. Shenuda Morkos officiating. Interment was a private service for the family. Heritage Funeral Home assisted the family. www.heritage-funeral. com

Hospice House for the compassionate care and service they provided. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2015 at 11:00 am at Heritage Funeral Home. The family requests that memorials be made in lieu of flowers to: The Greenville Humane Society, 305 Airport Road, Greenville, S.C. 29607. Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family. www.heritage-funeral. com

one sister, Betty Ivester of Marietta; and one brother, Eddie Ivester of Mauldin. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Pamela Owens; her son, Terry Owens; and a sister, Gail Hooker. A Visitation was held on Monday April 6, 2015 from 12:00 noon until 1:45 pm at Heritage Funeral Home. A Memorial Service was held in the Heritage Funeral Home Chapel at 2:00 pm immediately following the receiving of friends. Heritage Funeral Home assisted the family. www.heritage-funeral. com

Mrs. Eberly is survived by her son, Keith (Margie) Eberly of Pickens; three daughters, Sharon (Larry) Alberson of Simpsonville, Angie (Gary) Whitman of Greenville, and René Eberly; twelve grandchildren, twentytwo great grandchildren, and nine great great grandchildren; a sister, Shirley Bentley of Gray Court; and step-brother, Thomas (Shirley) Williams of Greenville. The family received friends on Monday, April 6, 2015 at Heritage Funeral Home from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. A Funeral Service was be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 at Cherrydale Place Baptist Church in Greenville at 2:00 pm with the Reverend Tim Ballard officiating. Burial followed at Greenville Memorial Gardens in Piedmont. Heritage Funeral Home assisted the family. www.heritage-funeral. com

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Samia Boshra Kamel Azmy, 65, of Easley, widow of Mouris Botros Shenouda, died on Friday, March 27, 2015. Born in Kafr el-Sheikh, Egypt, she was a daughter of the late Boshra Kamel Azmy and the late Farha Mikhael Salib. Mrs. Azmy is survived by her sons, Ihab Shenouda and his wife, Fiby Abd El Malek, of Easley, and Amir Shenouda and his wife, Cloudy Samweel, of Chicago, IL; grandchildren, Karen and Anthony Shenouda of Easley and Gabriel Shenouda of Chicago, IL; brothers, Emad Boshra Kamel Azmy and his wife, Mervat Sobhy, and Hany Boshra Kamel Azmy and his wife, Randa Wadee, both of Cairo, Egypt; and a sister, Salwa Boshra Kamel Azmy and her husband, Tharowut Nazmy, also of Cairo, Egypt.

Services were held on Tuesday, March 31, 2015, at 12:30 pm at St. Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church, 507 S Main St, Mauldin, SC

IRVIN “BUD” KENT HADDOX Bud Haddox, 78, of Simpsonville, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2015. Born in Weirton, West Virginia, he was a son of the late Raymond Franklin Haddox and the late Marie Willison Haddox. Bud was an electrical engineer with Lockhead Martin, an avid tennis player and served as a tennis professional at Holly Tree for 20 years. He is survived by one brother, Robert Vaughan Haddox; nieces, Sharon (Bill) Parsons and Vikki Anderson, of Ohio; a very dear and long-time friend and confidant Linda Carroll; and close friends Robb Thompson and Martha Boggs. Bud’s family and close friends want to thank the staff at McCall

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POLLY D. OWENS Polly D. Owens, of Greenville, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2015. She was the wife of Roy Owens and the daughter of the late Lloyd Allen and Edna Marchbanks Ivester. Polly retired from Hardees and was a member of Cedar Grove Baptist Church. In addition to her husband she is survived by one daughter, Vickie Hicks and her husband, Tommy, of Greenville; one son, Kenneth Owens and his wife, Leslie, of Greenville; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren;

LULA MAE EBERLY Lula Mae Eberly, 82, of Simpsonville, widow of Edwin Ivan Eberly, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2015. She was the daughter of the late Roy Suttles and the late Willie Mae Brookshire. Mrs. Eberly was a member of Cherrydale Place Baptist Church and for many years worked at Whitman’s Ice Cream and Sub Shoppe in Simpsonville.

Michael William Eisenhauer, 34, of Mauldin, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2015. He was the son of John Albert Eisenhauer and Pamela Jean Davis. Michael is survived by two sisters, Julie Patton and Jean (Jason) Boyer of Simpsonville. He is also survived by a stepbrother, John Eisenhauer. Michael was the proud uncle of Erin Patton, Robbie Patton, River Boyer, and Dakota Boyer. The family received friends on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Heritage Funeral Home. A Funeral Service was held on Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at 1:00 pm in the chapel of Heritage Funeral Home. Burial followed at Graceland East Memorial Park in Simpsonville. Heritage Funeral Home assisted the family. www.heritage-funeral. com

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SIMPSONVILLE EVENTS HISTORIC MARKER DEDICATION - SIMPSONVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Saturday, April 11, 2015 10:00am 11:00am HERITAGE PARK BIRTHDAY BASH Saturday, April 11, 2015 10:00am 2:00pm 861 Southeast Main Street Simpsonville, SC 29681 DAVID BENEDICT AND MICHAEL MOORE LIVE AT EXCHANGE CO. Saturday, April 11, 2015 6:00pm 8:00pm 110 S Main St 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

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AN EVENING WITH POLICE CHIEF KEITH GROUNSELL Friday, April 17, 2015 7:00pm 8:00pm 110 Academy St Simpsonville, SC 29681

THE WILDCAT PLAYERS PRESENT ARSENIC AND OLD LACE Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, May 3, 2015 7:30pm, and Sundays at 3pm Woodmont High School

KELLEY’S KURE Saturday, April 18, 2015 8:14am 10:14am Heritage Park

SIMPSONVILLE MUD MANIA Saturday, April 25, 2015 8:00am 12:00pm Heritage Park

BIRTH, BABY AND BEYOND EVENT Saturday, April 18, 2015 9:00am 3:00pm 915 South St Simpsonville, SC 29681

UPSTATE BABY, FAMILY AND KIDS EXPO Saturday, April 25, 2015 10:00am 5:00pm TD Convention Center

COLLEGE STREET PARK COMMUNITY DAY Saturday, April 18, 2015 12:00pm 2:00pm YARD SALE - BRYSON MIDDLE JUNIOR BETA CLUB Saturday, April 18, 2015 8:00pm 9:00pm Bryson Middle School BRYSON ELEMENTARY BEAR FAIR Friday, April 24, 2015 5:00pm 8:00pm 703 Bryson Dr Simpsonville, SC 29681

BOOK SIGNING BY DR. FRANK PAGE Sunday, April 26, 2015 12:30pm 2:00pm First Baptist Church 3 Hedge St Simpsonville, SC 29681 SECOND ANNUAL SENIOR HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR Friday, May 1, 2015 9:00am 10:00pm 310 W Curtis St Simpsonville, SC SIPPIN’ IN SIMPSONVILLE Friday, May 1, 2015 6:00pm 9:00pm Clock Tower

Saturday morning at 10 am: the Chamber and representatives from the City of Simpsonville will reveal the historic marker for the Simpsonville Elementary School. The building is located at 110 Academy Street in Downtown Simpsonville.

Also beginning at 10 am, Heritage Park will hold a Birthday Bash to celebrate the park’s 10 year mark. It is also Opening Day for baseball season with Simpsonville Parks and Recreation. There will be eight inflatables for varying ages, a DJ and Karoke and prize drawings throughout the event. The cake will be provided by Angela English of Simpsonville, and will be cut at 10:30 am.

Saturday evening David Benedict and Michael Moore will perform live at Exchange Co. beginning at 6pm.

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FOUNTAIN INN EVENTS INTRODUCTION TO T’AI CHI FOR ADULTS Friday, April 10, 2015 10:30am 12:00pm Kerry Ann Younts Culp Library 311 North Main Street Fountain Inn, SC 29644

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THE MAN WHO CAME TO DINNER: APRIL 17-19 AND 24-26 7:30pm 8:30pm Younts Center for Performing Arts

FI FAMILY FUN HORSE SHOW Saturday, May 2, 2015 10:00am 7:00pm Berry Woods Farm

2015 INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL Saturday, April 18, 2015 8:00am 5:00pm Fountain Inn, SC

THE GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA: 3:00 AND 7:30 PM Saturday, May 2, 2015 3:00pm 4:30pm Younts Center for Performing Arts

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