CAROLYN N. CANUPP

MARCH 23, 1932 – SEPTEMBER 13, 2011

ANDERSON, SC – Carolyn Norris Canupp, age 79, wife of the late Dr. Charles Jerry Canupp, passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2011. 

Born in Eutawville, SC, on March 23, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Fred Keating Norris and Gladys Duggan Norris. She was a graduate of Furman University and was an accomplished Interior Designer having owned Carol Arts & Interiors.  She was a member of the Anderson Garden Club and was an avid bridge player.  Mrs. Canupp was a member of the First Baptist Church of Anderson where in earlier years she was active within the Youth group. She and her late husband were also active within the Anderson School of Theology for Laypersons.

Survivors include her children: Donna C. Ford and husband, Tom Ford, of Huntersville, NC, Laura C. Plourde and husband, Galen Plourde, of Greenville, SC, and Charles Jerry “Chad” Canupp and wife, Andrea Canupp, of Brentwood, TN; brother, Fred K. Norris Jr. of Eutawville, SC; and five grandchildren: Garison Plourde, Julia Plourde, Tyler Ford, Ian Canupp, and Hayes Canupp.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a daughter, Julia N. Canupp. 

A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, September 15, 2011, at the First Baptist Church conducted by Dr. James R. Thomason. The family will receive friends immediately following the service. 

In lieu of flowers, it is requested that memorials be made to Vista Care Hospice, 15 Brendan Way, Suite 100, Greenville, SC 29615, or to Emeritus at Greenville, 1306 Pelham Road, Greenville, SC 29615.

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com.

JAMES McENTYRE

December 20, 1944 – September 13, 2011 

ANDERSON, SC - James “Jim” Robert McEntyre, Jr., age 66, husband of Janice Clark McEntyre of 234 Harbor Drive, passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at the Rainey Hospice House.   

Born in Fort Myers, FL on December 20, 1944, Mr. McEntyre was the son of the late James Robert McEntyre and Helen Daniel McEntyre.  He was a graduate of Belton High School and served in the National Guard.  He was employed with Electrolux Corporation for over 20 years and was a member of Belton Church of God. 

He is survived by his wife of the home; son; Kevin McEntyre and daughter, Lisa Nixon; grandchildren, Jordan and Savannah Nixon, all of Anderson and a brother, Donnie McEntyre of Honea Path.  

A Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, September 14, 2011 at 3:00 pm at Forest Lawn Memorial Park officiated by Dr. J. Charles Smith.    

The family will be at the residence and will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home on Wednesday, from 1:30 pm until 2:30 pm. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of the Upstate, 1835 Rogers Road, Anderson, SC 29621.

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com 

EDWARD EUGENE HAMLIN

SEPTEMBER 20, 1927 – SEPTEMBER 12, 2011

ANDERSON, SC – Edward Eugene “Gene” Hamlin, age 83, husband of Mary Kathleen Webb Hamlin, passed away on Monday, September 12, 2011, at the AnMed Health Medical Center.

Born September 20, 1927, in Eufaula, OK, he was a son of the late Oscar Edward Hamlin and Toma Pearl Fortner Hamlin.  Mr. Hamlin served in the United States Air Force and was a retired accountant. He was a member of Long Branch Baptist Church where he was a former deacon and Sunday school teacher. 

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three children: Kathy Hamlin Betsill and husband, David Betsill, of Anderson, SC, Clint Hamlin and wife, Ann Hamlin, of Seneca, SC, and Tommie Hamlin Whitt and husband, Joe Whitt, of Mauldin, SC; brother, Charles Hamlin of Brentwood, CA; sisters: Beatrice Collins of Antioch, CA, and Betty Lasater of Yerington, NV; and four grandchildren: Lea, Julianne, Joey, and Abby.

The Funeral Service will be held at 2pm on Friday, September 16, 2011, at Long Branch Baptist Church conducted by the Reverend Wayne Watson. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  

The family will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home from 7pm until 9pm on Thursday.  Mr. Hamlin will be placed into the Church at 1pm on Friday.

In lieu of flowers, it is suggested that memorials be made to Long Branch Baptist Church, 2101 SC Hwy 413, Anderson, SC 29621, or to the charity of one’s choice. 

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com.

MSGT WILLIAM "BUDDY" HODGES

ANDERSON - MSGT William "Buddy" Marshall Hodges, 77, of 2109 Rolling Green Road, husband of Bobbie Joyce Hodges, died Sunday, September 11, 2011 at Emory University Hospital.  

Born May 9, 1934 in Tryon, NC, he was the son of the late Arthur S. and Janie Frances Mabry Hodges. He was a retired U.S. Army Master Sergeant where he served in Vietnam. After his time in service, Buddy worked and retired from Michelin. He was a member of First Creek Baptist Church and the VFW.

Surviving are his wife, Bobbie Joyce Hodges, of the home; children, Rebecka "Becky" Hardy (Bobby) of Columbus, GA, Cindy Gillespie (Roger) of Liberty, William, "Bill" Hodges (Gena), Donna Hodges Smith and James Keith Hodges all of Anderson; 8 grandchildren, Carrie Ann Newton, Bobby Gene "Buster" Hardy, Mike Hardy, Brandon Hodges, Chastity Bearden, Brittny Gillespie, Bayleigh Stewart and William Chance Smith; 9 great grandchildren, Hayden Hardy, Katie Lou Morris, Lexie Hardy, Thet Morris, Kennady, Hunter, Chloe and Will Bearden, and Luke Hodges and sister, Marilyn Irene McDade. Buddy was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Fred and Colby Hodges.  

Funeral service will be held at 11am Wednesday at First Creek Baptist Church with Rev. Donald Murdock officiating. Burial will follow in M.J. "Dolly" Cooper Veterans Cemetery with Military Honors. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 6 until 8pm at Sullivan-King Mortuary, Northeast Chapel, 3205 Hwy 81 N.

The family is at the home. 

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JAMES A. SHERMAN

FEBRUARY 14, 1944 – SEPTEMBER 10, 2011

ANDERSON, SC – James Arthur “PeeWee” Sherman, age 67, beloved husband of Mary Frances Davis Sherman, passed away on Saturday, September 10, 2011, at his home.

Born February 14, 1944, in Greenville, he was a son of the late James Arthur Sherman and Margie Lee Sherman. Mr. Sherman was a retired contractor. 

In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter: Sonya Renee Adams; grandchildren: Tabitha Renee Munn Howard, Delisa Frances Munn, and Ryan Quentin Adams; great grandchildren: Logan Dayson Munn, Hannah Nicole Howard, and Kyligh Nevaeh Adams; one sister: Ruby Dale Davis; and two brothers: Carl Sherman and Donnie Sherman. 

In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by a daughter, Susan Rena Sherman; one brother: Leon Sherman; and an infant sister.

A Memorial Service will be held at 4pm on Tuesday, September 13, 2011, in the Chapel of The McDougald Funeral Home.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service as well as following the service. 

Memorials may be made to Interim Healthcare Hospice, 155 Deacon Tiller Court, Duncan, SC 29334. 

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com

AIDA RIVERA

June 29, 1960 - September 10, 2011

ANDERSON, SC - Aida Perez Rivera, age 51, of 298 B. Strickland Avenue, died Saturday, September 10, 2011 at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Born in Newark, NJ on June 29, 1960, Mrs. Rivera was the daughter of Juan and Aurea Sosa Perez.   She was a former manager of Belk’s Department Store.  She was a member of Temple Baptist Church and active in the Ladies Tuesday morning Bible Study Class.   Mrs. Rivera was very loving and compassionate and will be missed greatly by all who knew her.  

Survivors include her husband of 30 years, Tony Rivera; son, Juan Rivera and his wife, Ashley; grandson, Cody Evans Rivera; sister, Laura Perez; brothers, Juan Perez, Gilbert Perez and his wife, Jayne and Gregory Perez and his wife Evelyn.

She was predeceased by her brother; Richard Perez. 

The Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at 11 am at Temple Baptist Church, officiated by the Dr. Larry Pearson and Reverend Gordon Taylor.  Entombment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park Mausoleum.   

The family will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home on Monday, September 12, 2011 from 3 pm until 5 pm and 7 pm until 9 pm.  

Flowers are optional or memorials may be made to Temple Baptist Church, 2905 Standridge Road, Anderson, SC 29625.

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com 

MARION R. MC MURTREY

January 11, 1948 – September 8, 2011 

ANDERSON, SC - Marion Raymond McMurtrey, age 63, of Anderson, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, September 8, 2011.

Born in Anderson, SC on January 11, 1948, he was the son of the late William Raymond McMurtrey, Jr., and Mary Nelle Martin McMurtrey.  Ray was past president of the F. F. A. and graduated from Pendleton High School, summa cum laude and M. V. P. of the winning football team.  He attended Clemson University on full academic scholarship majoring in physics and Russian.  Ray enlisted in the United States Air Force, during the Vietnam War where he rose to the rank of Staff Sergeant.  After being honorably discharged, he worked in avionics until he was disabled.  He held many patents that still stand today in the Library of Congress.  He was past president of the Children of American Revolution- Hudson Berry Society and was a member of Lebanon Baptist Church.  He was a kind and loving brother and will be greatly missed.  

He leaves behind a sister, Betty Jean McMurtrey Aldrich and was predeceased by a brother, Phillip Anthony McMurtrey.  

A Graveside Service will be held on Sunday, September 11, 2011 at 2:30 pm at Lebanon Baptist Church Cemetery officiated by Reverend Harry Warren.

The family will receive friends immediately following the graveside service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lebanon Baptist Church, 5150 Gentry Road, Anderson, SC 29621. 

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com 

JENNIFER SLATON

October 10, 1982 – September 7, 2011 

ANDERSON, SC - Jennifer Rebecca Ivester Slaton, age 28, wife of Jason Slaton of 109 Liberty Drive, died Wednesday, September 7, 2011 

Born in Anderson, SC on October 10, 1982, Jennifer was a daughter of Rebecca Gilmer Ivester and the late Jesse Ivester.  She attended Calvary Christian School and was a member of Calvary Temple in Hartwell, GA.  She was a loving mother, wife and caretaker for her mother.

She is survived by her husband and mother of the home; sons, Jeremiah Lohr, Gabriel Slaton, Malachi Slaton and Moses Slaton; brothers, Lee Gilmer and Dale Ivester; sister, Pamela I. Glick, all of Anderson and 14 nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by a brother, Kenneth Ivester. 

The Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, September 11, 2011 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of The McDougald Funeral Home officiated by the Reverend Marshall Vaughn.  Interment will follow in New Silver Brook Cemetery. 

The family will be at the residence and will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. 

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com 

MATTIE GLENN

June 9, 1930 – September 7, 2011

ANDERSON, SC - Mattie Lou Porter Glenn, age 81, of Anderson, wife of the late Hoyt Boyd Glenn, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 7, 2011.

Born in Banks County, GA on June 9, 1930, Mrs. Glenn was a daughter of the late William Sylvanious Porter and Annie Lou Beatty Porter.  She retired from Appleton Mill and was a member of Oakdale Baptist Church. 

She was the last surviving member of her immediate family being predeceased by six brothers and two sisters and a great-grandchild, Madison Sutherland.

Survivors include her daughters, Janet Turner and her husband, James and Helen Sutherland and her husband Bobby; her sons, William Glenn and his wife, Shirley and Roger Glenn, all of Anderson;  8 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren.

The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, September 10, 2011 at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of The McDougald Funeral Home officiated by the Reverends David Blizzard and Delennon Stowe.  Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. 

The family will be at the home of her daughter, Helen Sutherland, 206 Hillhouse Road, Anderson, SC and will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, September 9, 2011 from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. 

Flowers are optional or memorials may be made to Hospice of the Upstate, 1835 Rogers Road, Anderson, SC 29621 or Ark Hospice, 117 Broadbent Way, Suite 117, Anderson, SC 29625. 

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com

REV. ROBERT L. PEYTON

ANDERSON, SC - The Rev. Robert L. Peyton, 95, died Sunday, September 4, 2011.  He and his wife, Elizabeth, lived in retirement in Arcadia, LA for 28 years before moving to Hartwell, GA one month ago.  For 68 years, he was a United Methodist pastor who served churches first in Mississippi and Texas, and then in Louisiana since 1953, at Lake Charles, Arcadia, Bastrop, West Monroe, and finally at Ruston as a United Methodist District Superintendent.  At each church he served in Louisiana, he initiated successful building expansion programs.  He was called upon to preach over 60 revivals during his ministry in Louisiana.  During his retirement years, well into his 90's, he continued an active ministry as guest preacher, pastoral visitor, and officiating minister at weddings and funerals. For the past 20 years, he and his dear friend, The Rev. Doug McGuire, shared their joy of life in over 400 performances of song and storytelling, touching the lives of thousands.  

Rev. Peyton received a B.S. degree from University of Southern Mississippi in 1941 and a Master of Divinity degree from Candler School of Theology at Emory University in 1943, followed by an M.A. degree and all coursework for the Ph.D. degree in history at University of Texas at Austin from 1949 to 1952.   

He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Elizabeth, and his son Lee, as well as half-sister Phoebe Peyton Triggs of Jackson, MS; nephew Walter Owen of Wiggins, MS; and niece Sue Metzger of Lubbock, TX.  He was preceded in death by his son, Guy Murray.

A Burial and Committal Service will be held at Pleasant Valley United Methodist Church, Hazlehurst, MS on Wednesday, September 7, at 2:00 pm, with The Rev. Tom Crosby officiating.  

A Memorial Service will be held at First United Methodist Church, Arcadia, LA on Thursday, September 8, at 2:00 pm, with The Rev. Bill Moon officiating, assisted by The Revs. Wayne Evans, Jayne Trammell Kelly, and Doug McGuire.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Robert L. Peyton Scholarship Fund for United Methodist Seminary Students from the Shreveport District of the United Methodist Church (payable to Shreveport District with notation for Peyton Scholarship, addressed to Shreveport District, P.O. Box 41188, Shreveport, LA 71134.)  

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com

LALION CECIL GIBBY, SR.

JANUARY 7, 1927 – SEPTEMBER 4, 2011

GREENVILLE, SC  – Lalion Cecil Gibby, Sr. age 84, husband of Inez Scarborough Gibby, passed away on Sunday, September 4, 2011 at Hart Care Center, Hartwell GA.

Born January 7, 1927, in Franklin County, GA, he was a son of the late ST Gibby and Fannie Little Gibby.  Formerly of Greenville, SC, he worked for 37 years with the J.P. Stevens Company.  He was a mason and was of the Baptist Faith.

Survivors include his wife, Inez Scarborough Gibby; son, Cecil Gibby, Jr., and his wife Mary, of Westminster, step-daughter, Helen Collins of Piedmont, sisters: Jewell Buchanan of Williamston, SC, Louise Brandon of Anderson, SC, Doris Messer of Greenville, SC, and Bernice Hartness of Columbia, SC;  four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren, and a number of step-grandchildren.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a son, Wade Gibby; a grandson Anthony Gibby; brothers: Morris Gibby and Herman Gibby.

A Graveside Service will be held at 3:00 pm on Wednesday, September 7, 2011, at the Forest Lawn Memorial Park.  

The family is at the home of his granddaughter; Jennifer Gibby, 287 West Halfway Branch Road, Walhalla, SC, and will receive friends at the funeral home from 1:00 pm to 2:30 on Wednesday, September 7, 2011. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to the South Carolina Alzheimer’s Association,

4124 Clemson Blvd., Suite L, Anderson, SC 29621

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com

SALLY BROWN

MAY 3, 1933 – SEPTEMBER 4, 2011 

ANDERSON, SC – Sally Hart Brown, age 78, of 187 Allendale Circle, went to be with her loving Savior on Sunday, September 4, 2011, at her home surrounded by her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, sisters, and dear friends.

Born in Madison County, GA, in May 3, 1933, she was a daughter of the late Chandler Smith and Pearl McIntyre Smith.  Mrs. Brown retired after twenty-nine years of service from Owens-Corning Fiberglas where she was also a member of the Ladies Retiree Group.  She also enjoyed real-estate investing and renovations. Mrs. Brown was a member of Gethsemane Baptist Temple. 

Survivors include her husband, James D. Brown; daughters: Diane Day and husband, Jon, Vicki Ankerich, and Karen McKee, all of Anderson, SC; sisters: Mary Mitzel of Carnesville, GA, Vesta Stewart of Danielsville, GA, and Linda Westmoreland of Commerce, GA; nine grandchildren; and fourteen great grandchildren. Also surviving are many loving nieces & nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a son, Alfred Hart; a daughter, Kathy Jeanette Hart; a brother, Lenzia Smith; and a sister, Mary Wood.  

The Funeral Service will be held at 3:30 pm on Wednesday, September 7, 2011, in the Chapel of The McDougald Funeral Home conducted by the Reverend Tommy Dickson. Entombment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park Mausoleum. The family is at the home and will receive friends at the funeral home from 6pm until 8pm on Tuesday.  

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 154 Milestone Way, Greenville, SC 29615, or the American Alzheimer’s Association, 4124 Clemson Boulevard, Suite L, Anderson, SC 29621, or the American Diabetes Association, Upstate Chapter, 525 Grove Road, Third Floor, Greenville, SC 29605. 

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com

RANDALL H. KENT JR.

AUGUST 15, 1929 – SEPTEMBER 3, 2011 

ANDERSON, SC – Randall Horace Kent Jr., age 82, husband of the late Margaret Alma Parnell Kent, passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2011. 

Born September 3, 2011, in Dawson, GA, he was a son of the late Randall Horace Kent and Undine Glass Kent.  Mr. Kent served in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. For thirty-five years he was the owner and operator of Kent’s Used Cars.  He was a longtime member of Varennes Heights Baptist Church. 

He is survived by a son, Randall Horace Kent, III; three grandchildren: Jamey Kent, Crystal Davis, and Brooke Kent; and five great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, his wife, and one sister: Evelyn Price.

The Funeral Service will be held at 3:30 pm on Wednesday, September 7, 2011, at Varennes Heights Baptist Church conducted by Dr. Kirt Mitchell and the Reverend J. Wendell Rhodes.  Interment with Military Honors will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. 

The family will receive friends from 2:30pm until 3:30pm at Varennes Heights Baptist Church on Wednesday. Mr. Kent will be placed into the Church at 2pm on Wednesday.

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com

HILDA S. WARREN

APRIL 19, 1925 – SEPTEMBER 3, 2011

ANDERSON, SC -- Hilda Scott Warren died on Saturday, September 3, 2011, at Open Arms Hospice Care of Simpsonville.  She was born on April 19, 1925, in Lowndesville, South Carolina, and grew up in Iva as the sixth of seven daughters.  Her parents were Henry Johnston Scott and Allie Mae Broadwell Scott.  She was the widow of Mark E. Warren, to whom she had been married for fifty-five years.  Mrs. Warren was predeceased by her son, Russell W. Warren, president and owner of Southern Textile Works, a company begun by his father; and by four beloved sisters, Marion S. Helms, Mildred S. Cheek, Christine S. Lopez, and Pauline S. Drake.   

She is survived by and was devoted to her daughter, Anne Warren Boylston of Columbia; her granddaughter, Anne-Marie Boylston of Atlanta; her daughter-in-law, Claire S. Warren of Anderson; Claire’s sister, Kimberly N. Stanley, of Atlanta; and numerous nieces and nephews.  Hilda’s surviving and much-loved sisters are Eleanor (Sue) King of Easley and Mable S. Wilkerson of Athens, Georgia.

After a brief period of employment with the Anderson Independent and Daily Mail, Hilda married at the First Baptist Church of Anderson, where she remained a member for sixty-eight years.  Most active in her home, kitchen, and church, she  loved music, gardening, and cooking exquisitely for family, friends, and the community.  The tradition of baking and sharing was continued by Anne-Marie, who would visit her grandmother, make small pound cakes, and, with Hilda by her side, deliver them to friends and neighbors.  Hilda was a member of the Rebecca Sunday School Class and her WMU Circle, both at Anderson’s First Baptist Church; the Mimosa Garden Club; and Beta Sigma Phi sorority. Her best times, however, were spent with her favorite playmate, her granddaughter, Anne-Marie, who brought her immense pleasure. Mrs. Warren will be remembered for many things, including a generous spirit and a consistently positive view of the world, despite chronic health problems.  When asked once how she managed to remain cheerful and busy after stays in the hospital, she said, “I was born with a joyful heart.”  For this and for many other remarkable attributes, she will be fondly remembered and dearly missed. 

The family is most appreciative of the medical assistance from doctors, nurses, and the Browning Geriatric Counseling group of Greenville, for Mrs. Warren’s care. 

Honorary pallbearers are her family deacon, Lamar Gaillard; Lawrence Webb; and the Baraca Sunday school class.  

Visitation will be at The McDougald Funeral Home on Wednesday, September 7, from 1:00 to 2:00, followed by a service at 2:00 in the chapel.  Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.  Memorial donations may be made to the First Baptist Church of Anderson, 307 South Manning Street, Anderson, SC  29624.  

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com

JEFF ANDERSON

MAY 30, 1956 – SEPTEMBER 2, 2011

ANDERSON, SC – Jeffrey Dallas Anderson, age 55, of 503 Jeb Stuart Avenue, passed away on Friday, September 3, 2011.

Born May 30, 1956, in Honolulu, Hawaii, he was a son of Dallas Ward Anderson and Juanita Ethelyn Queen Anderson.  Upon graduation from Crescent High School, he began a career with the United States Air Force, having retired as Master Sergeant.  Following retirement, he was the owner of EcoMunition, a company specializing in explosive ordnance disposal.  He was an avid outdoorsman.

Survivors include his parents, Dallas & Juanita Anderson of Anderson, SC; sons: James & John Anderson of Alaska; brother, Michael Anderson and wife, Rebecca, of the home; and four sisters: Cindy Anderson McIntosh and husband, Roger, of Niceville, FL, Lisa Sue Anderson of North Atlanta, GA, Nancy Katherine Anderson Gandy and husband, Nick, of Grovetown, GA, and Kristina Anderson McClung and husband, Jamie, of Palm Bay, FL.

The Funeral Service with full military honors by the United States Air Force will be held at 4pm on Wednesday, September 7, 2011, at M.J. ‘Dolly’ Cooper Veterans Cemetery.  

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the Cancer Association of Anderson, 215 East Calhoun Street, Anderson, SC, 29621.

The family is at the home.

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com

ANNIE H. BOWMAN

ANDERSON, SC – Annie Hunnicutt Bowman, age 92, of 1107 Green Acres, passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2011. 

Born May 16, 1919, in Pendleton, SC, she was a daughter of the late Clyde and Mollie Welborn Hunnicutt and was a retiree of Michelin Tire Company. She was a member of Forest Hill Baptist Church and the Faith Sunday School Class.  Additionally, she was the last surviving member of her immediate family.

Survivors include her children: a son, Charles Bowman and wife, Velma; a daughter, Frankie Poore and husband, John Larry; grandson, Chuck Bowman and wife, Bobbilynn; great granddaughters, Brittany and Lacey Bowman; great grandson, Trey Bowman; future great grandson, Jonathan Roberts; and great-great granddaughter, Londyn Rhiley Roberts.  In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Edward J. Bowman; brothers: Clarence, Floyd, Wallace, and Roy Hunnicutt; and sisters: Clara Davis and Ruby Frost.

The Funeral Service will be held at 4pm on Tuesday, September 6, 2011, in the Chapel of The McDougald Funeral Home conducted by the Reverend Sam Duncan. Burial will follow in New Silver Brook Cemetery.

The family is at the residence and will receive friends at the funeral home from 3pm until 4pm on Tuesday, prior to the funeral.

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com.

OSCAR N. THOMPSON, JR.

OCTOBER 31, 1927 – SEPTEMBER 2, 2011

ANDERSON, SC – Oscar Newton Thompson, Jr., age 83, of 301 Forest Cove Road, passed away on Friday, September 2, 2011, at the Rainey Hospice House in Anderson, SC.

Born October 31, 1927, in Columbia, SC, he was the son of the late Oscar Newton Thompson, Sr., and Redia Fowlkes Thompson. Mr. Thompson was a graduate of Carlisle Military Academy and Clemson University where he played football. He was a member of United States Army Infantry First Calvary having served in the Korean Conflict. Mr. Thompson was a retired Accountant, a Shriner, a Master Mason, longtime member of the Iva Masonic Lodge, a member of the Clemson Lettermans Club, and was Methodist. 

Survivors include his wife of sixty-one years, Edna Davis Thompon; daughter, Redia Thompson McGrath and husband, Dr. Michael McGrath, of Clearwater, FL; sister, Ruth Thompson Damour of Branchville, SC; one granddaughter, Kirstie Henveld and husband, Scott Henveld; and one great granddaughter, Tatem Fischer, all of Tampa, FL.  Also surviving are two nephews: Tom Damour of Columbia, SC, Bill Damour of Green Point, MD; and a niece, Megan Hinson of Columbia, SC.

The family will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home from 4pm until 6pm on Monday, September 5, 2011.  A Graveside Service will be held at the Thompson Cemetery, Branchville, SC, at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers, it is suggested that memorials be made to Hospice of the Upstate, 1835 Rogers Road, Anderson, SC 29621.

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com.

THE McDOUGALD FUNERAL HOME in Anderson, SC, as well as the THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME in Orangeburg, SC, will be serving the family.

GREG BRAMLETT

JULY 30, 1966 – SEPTEMBER 1, 2011

ANDERSON, SC – Gregory Edward Bramlett, age 45, of 324 Echo Circle, passed away on Thursday, September 1, 2011. 

Born July 30, 1966, in Anderson, he was the son of Edna Maroney Sears and Roger Sears, as well as the late David E. Bramlett. Greg was a graduate of the McDuffie High School Adult Education Program and was formerly employed in the textiles industry.  Mr. Bramlett was a member of Oakdale Baptist Church and was an avid dog lover and loved children.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Bertha Glenn Bramlett; son, Nicholas Parker; stepchildren: Kimberly King and Joshua Lee King; stepsisters: Eve Whitaker, Lauri Hammond and husband, Allen, and Carrie Evans and husband, Bryan; and two special nieces: Brandie Bramlett and Christina Bramlett.

The Funeral Service will be held at 2pm on Sunday, September 4, 2011, at Oakdale Baptist Church, Townville, conducted by the Reverend David Blizzard and the Reverend Phil Sears. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family is at the home of Roger & Edna Sears, 102 Mar Mac Road, and will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home from 6pm until 8pm on Saturday.  Mr. Bramlett will be placed into the church at 1pm on Sunday. 

Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Upstate, 1835 Rogers Road, Anderson, SC 29621.

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com

JOE A. LYON

ANDERSON - Joe Andrew Lyon, 84, of Anderson, husband of Helen Woodson Lyon, died Monday, August 29, 2011 at the Rainey Hospice House.

Born May 15, 1927 in Jacksonville, FL, he was the son of the late Leander Lee and Maybelle Evans Lyon. He was a retired painter and construction worker for over 40 years. For the past 20 years he was the full time care giver for his wife. Mr. Lyon was a member of Sheppard's Chapel.

Surviving are his wife, Helen Woodson Lyon of Anderson; 2 sons, Michael Lyon and his companion, Sue Clark of Anderson and Mark Lyon and his wife, Pamela of Belton; 5 grandchildren, Michael Lyon II and his wife, Mandy of Spartanburg, Christopher Lyon of Anderson and Mason, Matthew and Maria Lyon of Belton; 2 great grandchildren, Michael Lyon III and Madison Lyon; 2 sisters, Mary Richardson of Anderson and Janette Mimms of FL and 2 brothers, George Lyon of KS and Gerald Lyon of Anderson. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers, James, John and Jerome Lyon.

Funeral service will be held at 11am Thursday at Sullivan-King Mortuary, Northeast Chapel. The burial will be private at Old Silver Brook. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6 until 8pm at the Northeast Chapel, 3205 Hwy 81 N.

The family is at the home of the son, Mike Lyon, 412 Cumberland Way, Anderson.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of the Upstate, 1835 Rogers Road, Anderson, SC 29621.

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GENE CROCKER

March 10, 1935 – August 27, 2011

ANDERSON, SC - Boyce Eugene Crocker, age 76, of 3513 Hopewell Road, husband of the late Frances “Fran” Lesesne Crocker, died Saturday, August 27, 2011 at the Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Born in Gaffney, SC, on March 10, 1935, Mr. Crocker was a son of the late Boyce Lee Crocker and Ellen Lee Lipscomb Crocker.  He was a graduate of Gaffney High School in 1954 and attended Clemson University on a football scholarship as a quarterback.  He served in the United States Navy where he also played on the Navy baseball team. After his military career, he returned to Clemson University, graduating in 1966. Mr. Crocker retired from J. P. Stevens Company where he served as Personnel Director and as an Industrial Engineer.  He served as president of the Pendleton Lions Club, earning many district awards.  He was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church.

Survivors include his daughter, Pamela Brooks and her husband, Brian of Anderson; son, David Crocker and his wife, Michelle of Grayson, GA; five grandchildren, Caitlyn, Emily and Addison Crocker and Katherine Crowe and her husband, Eric and Richard Brooks; sisters, Mary Ellen Yother of Easley and Betty C. Goodman of Jacksonville, FL; brother, Donald Crocker of Rock Hill, SC. 

He was predeceased by a brother, Addison Crocker.

A Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday, August 30, 2011 at 2:00 pm at New Market Cemetery, a family cemetery in Greeleyville, SC, officiated by the Reverend Brad Bardin.

The family will be at the residence and will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home on Monday, August 29, 2011 from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. 

Flowers are optional.  Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, Upstate SC and Western NC, 3535 Pelham Road, Suite 101, Greenville, SC 29615. 

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com