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Busbee artists win ARMC contest from the Submitted article mayor’s desk “Christmas means celebrating Jesus Christ’s birth and the joy of giving!” In a few days, the year 2010 will For the third year in a become history, and, as we approach row, a Busbee Elementa- this milestone, we welcome 2011 with ry student has been hon- our faith, hope and ored to have their artwork optimism that every on thousands of Christ- year can and will mas Cards. Once again, be a better year. I the third grade students of know we are for- Aiken County competed tunate to live in a in the Aiken Regional community in which Medical Centers’ “Christ- most people share mas Card Contest.” The mutual goals and Stephanie Bell winning entry, “Away in work together to 1st place winner a Manger,” is featured make good things on the ARMC’s 2010 happen. I appreciate Christmas Cards. Shirley McIntosh was Mike Miller the opportunity to excited when she shared that the hospital serve Wagener and sent out more than 2,200 Christmas Cards Submitted photo our community and look forward to next which showcased Stephanie Bell’s artwork. Nathan Farr won second place in ARMC’s Christmas Card contest. Pictured with Nathan year, which promises to be a productive In the past, the drawings have emphasized year with many improvements taking Santa Claus and the presents he brings, the are left to right - Lynn Farr (Nathan’s mom), Marcia Lee Blizzard, Rose Marshall and Carlos Milanes. shape and much work to be done. Christmas tree, decorations, etc. This year, This past year we have certainly felt according to several people who viewed the “nativity scene.” Stephanie Bell stated, “Jesus man Brad Means was the Master of the effects of the “global” economic artwork in the hospital cafeteria, many of the is the real meaning of CHRISTmas!” situation but not nearly so bad as some drawings were centered on “family” and the On Dec. 9 at 6 p.m., Channel 6 Anchor- Please see CHRISTMAS, page 21 areas have experienced throughout the United States. There is a slow economic recovery predicted nationwide in 2011, but I think for a small town, we are already out of the gate, running hard and WSHS rifle team wins championship in the lead. Time will tell and we will see, but for now our task is to make the By: Maxie Joye, Commander absolute best of what we have and what Submitted photo we may have to gain and utilize all of The Wagener-Salley High School JROTC WSHS Rifle our resources and opportunities most Rifle Team won the Aiken County Rifle Team displays efficiently. Championship on Saturday, Dec. 11 at North champion- I want to thank our community’s Augusta High School. The War Eagles ship trophy school, church and all civic organiza- defeated eight other teams to claim the cham- tions for their strong participation in and plaque. projects and activities in our town. Your pionship and set a new league record by From left, scoring 2140 points out of 2400 in the marks- keen interest, time and welcomed con- manship match. Alexi Henry, tributions have resulted in many positive The team was led by Amber Williams Cody Miller, changes and improvements that are very and Alexi Henry who finished first and third Michael Frost, much appreciated. respectively in the individual scoring. Also, Debbie Taylor Also, I want to thank the Town of congratulations to Michael Frost and Debbie and Amber Wagener employees, volunteers and Taylor who shot an individual best with a Williams. reserves for their extreme dedication and score of 535 and 520 respectively out of 600. loyalty to everyone in our community.

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2 n Wagener Monthly • Wednesday, December 22, 2010 Taking time out to take care of health Memories By July, I had gone through every a very dear friend of mine that was just had gotten out of his car just to help me. Memories are precious. Memories are procedure, submitted every necessary beginning to battle cancer. My emotions Trent could have easily ducked his something that cannot be taken away document, and did everything except got the best of me, and I left the service. head and not even looked my way, but from you. Memories bring you great com- tap dance and sing in order for me to be Just as I started down the handicap ramp, he didn’t. As one of my former students fort and joy. Memories can sustain you put on the kidney transplant list. Then I heard someone behind me say, “Miss would say, “He has good home training.” through difficult times. Memories allow at my July visit to my kidney doctor he LeMyra, do you need some help?” I And I will never forget Bailey Gantt you to remember from where you came informed me that I had been “kicked off” turned around, and it was Will Rutland. at visitation when my Daddy died. I’m and look forward to where you are going. the transplant list. For just a second, I (He knew that I had been having back guessing, but I think Bailey was about 14 Memories are God’s gift from the past for thought what test did I fail. Then Dr. Niel problems.) I told him no but that I could when Daddy died. the future. said, “I have no explanation as to why, use a hug. He put his arms around me I was sitting down for a brief period, but your kidney function has steadily and patted my back. I will never forget as and Bailey came over, sat down beside We are now smack dab into the advanced since your initial visit in Febru- long as I live what Will did for me. I still me, and began to pat my back. Bailey Christmas season. The homes and yards ary.” I immediately told him, “the power tear up when I think of that special time. did not say a word; she just kept patting are decorated with of prayer.” I also discovered several weeks ago … such a mature response from such a wreaths, garlands, From my first visit to Dr. Niel in Feb- that you don’t have to be at church to young lady. flashing lights, blow ruary until my May visit, my kidney get special attention. Mama and I go to As this year is coming to an end, I am up Christmas charac- function steadily increased from 12 per- the post office most afternoons to get her thankful for so many reasons: my won- ters, candles and other cent to 37 percent. That does not mean mail, my brother’s mail, a cousin’s mail, derful family that supports me everyday such seasonal decora- that I am cured, for there is no cure. and our mail … needless to say; I have and loves me when I am unlovable, my tions. However, if my present kidney function my own mail route. That particular day, I church family and friends who have Businesses are is maintained, I can keep on keeping on. was coming out the post office door with sustained me through my illness and con- touting their holiday I thank all of you that prayed for me, a package and an armful of mail. tinue to pray for me, my former students specials with all sorts called, sent cards, met me face to face, As I was struggling with my load, a who never fail to speak or to give me a of gimmicks to entice and all the other acts of kindness shown young man came to my rescue. He took hug, and for all of my readers who call, lemyra you to buy and save. to me. I am truly touched by those of you everything from my arms and hands and write a note, or meet me on the street and young I often get the feeling who offered to be a kidney donor for me. followed me to my car. tell me how much they enjoy my stories. that I am on a merry- There are no words to express that kind We got everything in the car and as we I close with much love to you all. go-round going faster and faster while I of love. I continue to covet your prayers. were leaving, I said to Mama, that was May you have a blessed holiday filled am trying to hang on and praying for it to When I taught school, there would be Trent Rushton, Carolyn Ann’s son. Mama with love not only for now but spread stop at the same time. times when I felt like hanging everyone said that was surely nice of him, for he throughout the coming new year. Every year it is the same; however, as I of my students by their toenails. Every- get older, it seems 10 times more hectic. thing would be progressing as planned, So this year, I am taking more time outs and then someone would make a com- than usual. I want to smell the aromas, ment or do something silly, and the entire see the lights, and listen to the sounds class would be chaos. I would then begin of the season, and most of all, I want to my speech on the importance of self- remember what Christmas is all about … discipline, following rules, and listening love, something that we all could use a in class, etc. little of. I would end my sermon with a little In reflection, this past March I turned thought game. “Look around you; you 64 years old; and this past March I are looking at your future. Who in here learned that I have kidney disease. I did would you want to perform surgery on not have nor have any symptoms; it was you? Who would you want to be respon- discovered through blood work. sible for your child’s education? Who Needless to say, my husband Garry, would you choose to be your banker?” our son Tyler, and our extended family And so on. Well naturally the possible were very concerned. When I told Garry choices were excluded one by one. No and Tyler of my diagnosis, I also told one was willing to put his or her life into them that I had given my illness to the the hands of a fellow eighth grade class- Lord and that I would do what the doctor mate. advised. Also, Garry and I began to ask It has been more than 12 years since people to pray for me and for our family. I have been in the classroom. All of my I know that I was put on many church- little darlings are grown now, and most es’ prayer lists and that people all over are productive, law abiding citizens. And the state and beyond were praying for I have a little love in my heart for each me. one of them. Yes, I do miss my children. From the day that I learned of my Since my retirement, I have not been disease, I began to make prepara- around many young people for any tion for a kidney transplant. I attended length of time. Yet, I have seen and felt classes, endured all sorts of tests, had the kindness of many. One special young blood drawn, met with various medi- man will forever be my champion. Sev- cal technicians and doctors, and spoke eral years ago I was attending preaching several times a week with someone from services at my home church, First Bap- Medical University of South Carolina in tist. When the pastor made the announce- Charleston. ment for prayer request, he mentioned AS29-442378 S3

Wednesday, December 22, 2010 • Wagener Monthly n 3 Holiday luncheon honors Busbee’s progress By ROB NOVIT proclamation in recognizing the children as Senior writer Superintendent Dr. Beth Everitt looked on. “This is a big accomplishment,” Ever- WAGENER — Sixth-graders Kris- itt said. “The students are continuing to deunna Wise and Kimberly Rathburn improve, and next year will be even better. are enjoying the transition from Busbee I’ve seen how targeted the instruction is in Elementary School to A.L. Corbett Middle the classroom. The kids are having a good School, except that sixth grade “has a lot of time today.” drama,” said Kimberly. Third-grade teacher Marsha Santucci has On the day before the Thanksgiving worked at Busbee for the past 12 years. break, the girls and their sixth-grade class- The AYP success showcases the hard work mates happily joined the elementary stu- of the faculty and administration in pursu- dents in the cafeteria of the K-8 school for ing a common goal, she said. a special holiday luncheon. “We’re so proud of the kids, and, here For the first time, Busbee Elementary today, we’re showing our celebration of School met all federal Adequate Yearly their accomplishments. Our spirit really has Progress (AYP) guidelines and also met been uplifted. It’s nice to have the sixth- state standards with an “average” report graders here, too, and we like that Busbee card. The sixth-graders were a big part of and Corbett are now one school.” that, have taking the PASS standardized Taking over administrator of the middle tests as fifth-graders last spring. school has provided Marshall with an “They had a huge gain in scores,” said entirely new perspective, she said. Corbett Rose Marshall, who serves as principal has scored “below average” on PASS and of both connected schools in the new K-8 the previous PACT tests the past few years. structure. “We wanted to include them in The faculty has implemented new pro- the celebration and spur them on, because grams, revamped the curriculum and hired their scores (next spring) will count for some new teachers. Corbett.” “We’re looking forward to some big Marshall and Busbee Assistant Princi- changes next year,” said Marshall. “We’ve we get things settled and people see some leave their children at Corbett and go on to pal Amy Margaret McDougal unveiled a got about 240 students at Corbett. When good things, we believe a lot of people will the high school.” HateOatmeal? Try

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4 n Wagener Monthly • Wednesday, December 22, 2010 JROTC color guard visits Clemson

By ROB NOVIT Senior writer Wagener-Salley High junior Dillon Overton was walking down the hallway at school Thursday, when a freshman stopped him and asked wistfully what he would have to do to join the Army JROTC color guard. “It’s nice to know we can inspire oth- ers,” said color guard member Overton. The four color guard members are quite popular at school this week. They posted the colors before Clemson’s bas- ketball game against Michigan Tuesday, but even better, they got to visit with the Tiger cheerleaders and get a photo taken with them. The picture is promi- nently displayed on a bulletin board at school. The other three cadets are commander Deonte Williams, Daniel Porter and Purvis Blizzard. Michael Fowler, the unit’s sergeant major, credited cadets Quantasia Ables and Keondra James for coordinating the trip. “This was a big surprise,” said Over- ton. “I had no idea that any of our staff cadets were organizing something on a grand scale.” Submitted photo The unit commander, retired Col. Before the Wagener-Salley High Army JROTC color guard members posted the colors at the Clemson-Michigan basketball game, Maxie Joye, and Fowler established they posted for a picture with the Tiger cheerleaders. The cadets, from left, are Purvis Blizzard, Deonte Williams, Daniel Porter and the Wagener-Salley ROTC program six Dillon Overton. years ago. “This was a great opportunity for our major. announcer said the presentation of very encouraging to know we can reach color guard,” Fowler said. “The place After the cadets arrived, they got a colors would be done by the Wagener- out that far.” (Littlejohn Coliseum) holds 10,000 chance to practice on the court. The Salley Army JROTC. Everything went Fowler describes the color guard as people, and it was nearly full.” cheerleaders came by and were very off without a hitch. the ambassadors for the JROTC unit None of the four cadets had been to kind and welcoming, Overton said, “It’s amazing and very humbling that through what they do. Clemson before. It was particularly and were happy to join the cadets for a four guys from such a small school “Of course, they also got to meet the meaningful to Overton, who is consid- commemorative photo. could come to a place like Clemson,” cheerleaders,” he said. “Now everybody ering applying there as an engineering Shortly before 9 p.m., the courtside Overton said. “It was overwhelming and wants to be on the color guard.” New algebra class aims to help students improve test scores

By ROB NOVIT Algebra I is offered freshmen and part two as sophomores. summer break,” he said. Senior writer at three different levels The students taking the full Algebra I Keating and math department Chair at all Aiken County class in the ninth grade have done well on Melissa Bauers have come up with a new With his at-risk students struggling on schools. The highest the state-mandated end-of-course test. concept. the Algebra I end-of-course test, Wagener- achievers usually take In 2009, 78 percent passed the test, The at-risk student will take Algebra I, Salley High School Principal Pat Keating the course in middle which counts 20 percent of their final part one, for two periods a day for the first will try a strategy next fall that could help school. grade. But the remaining students in the semester beginning in August 2011. them succeed – compressing a two-year The majority of stu- two-year program had the opposite results; Those who are successful will move on program into a single year. dents take Algebra I as just 25 percent passed the end-of-course to the second part in the spring semester “We found these students are failing freshmen. However, exam in 2009. in 2012. HSAP, too,” he said, referring to the High other students, who Those students don’t come into high As a result, “they will get two credits of School Assessment Program, a graduation Pat have not fared well school ready to take the traditional alge- math in one year,” Keating said. “On top requirement. “We believe this new pro- Keating academically, are not bra course, Keating said. But with the of that, we have pullout classes of 30 min- gram will work, and we’re excited about prepared for the one-year algebra class. two-year format, “the kids have trouble utes for math and English. So they’ll get this.” Instead, they take a “part one” course as remembering the information over the 2½ hours of math every day.” S5

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Busbee K-Kids made Thanksgiving cards for the residents at Perry Eldercare. Pictured are, back row, Eric Toland, Troy Carson, Takayla Allen, Zachary Dunbar, Nick Navarro, Matthew Prince and Chelsey Edwards; middle row, Michelle Edenfield, Jaley Kunz, Hank Poole and Cadena Amake; and front row, Shane Mays, Kyle Hair, Kelsey Byars, Daisy The K-Kids at Busbee help collect food for Perry Baptist Church Brown Bag Ministry. Young, Jini Justice and Brenna Kirkland. This ministry helps feed people in the Wagener area. and Shane Smith Braden Quattlebaum, Lori Rhinehart, Tori Rhinehart, Logan Busbee Elementary honor rolls Second Grade: All A’s – Olivia Anderson, Zaria Daniels, Rushton, Jervaris Schofield, Jordan Schofield, Kaleb Shaw, First Grade: All A’s – Lance Brown, Jabrasia Corley, Mackenzie Graham, Alex Green, Briannah Haluska, Alyssa Taunija Swedenburg, Westin Williams and Cameron Viljoen Haley Crossland, Emily Cutler, Shateria Edwards, Syd- Hutto, Alaisia James, Caleb Neeley, Jasmine Pontoo, Johna- Fourth Grade: All A’s – Kayla Gallop, Kaylee Harvey ney Gordon, Nellijah Haltiwanger, Christopher Hartley, than Self and Tyra Tindall; A’s & B’s – Michael Adcock, and Bryson Shealey; A’s & B’s – Candace Amaker, Jen- Tyshawna James, Hannah Leidy, Alyssa Perkins, LeAnn Raney Burnett, Nathan Chandler, Faith Danley, Nitavier Gil- nifer Doughtery, Tia Fulmer, Christian Miles, Guage Neeley, Rawls, Jakevien Roberts, Chris Thompson, Lauren Thomp- bert, Jacob Johnson and Jace Johnson Nijala Johnson, Serena Romines and Jade Yon son, LinDaisha Wade, Warren Wasden and Drew Young; Third Grade: All A’s – Stephanie Bell, Jennifer Gonza- Fifth Grade: All A’s – Kelsey Byars, Zachary Dunbar, A’s & B’s – Trinity Ables, Kelijah Brown, Tiara Dunbar, lez, Kaylin Hammonds and Landon Hiers; A’s & B’s – Jhau- Anslee Hiers, Shania Jackson, Jini Justice and Daisy Young; Artiesha Edwards, Wesley Ellis, Haley Foster, Johnathan tieq Davis, Will Ellis, Gabrielle Golson, Hileyka Gonzalez, A’s & B’s – Cadena Amaker, Troy Carson, Payton Fleming, Freeman, Jasper Hott, Paxton Leach, Hayley Lock, Melvin Bonnie Hutto, Jessica Hudson, Brailynn Kitchings, Shaquan Montasia Golson, Chance Griffin, Brenna Kirkland, Krista Martin, Ahmari Milhouse, Olivia Newman, Trey Romines Landy, Kyia Metcalf, Chelsea Paquette, Phillip Poole, Reese-Tindal, Terrence Steadman and Tanner Turner

May the miracle of the season brighten your heart and home this Christmas. As we count our blessings at this special time of year,we count you among them. With sincere thanks and best wishes to you &your loved ones at Christmastime.

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6 n Wagener Monthly • Wednesday, December 22, 2010 Create some joy in the lives of those around you

By JIM WEST change. This doesn’t mean that we have died. In order to accomplish what they had an elderly person living alone or in a nurs- Columnist to change our lives dramatically; it simply on their lists, they first had to develop a ing home. Perhaps you know a child from means we need to live our lives a little dif- desire to live. Everything they had listed a broken home who could use a friend Ancient Egyptians believed that when ferently on a daily basis. We don’t neces- was within their grasps, but first they had today. they died and arrived in the hereafter, seek- sarily have to change what we do; we just to develop a positive outlook on life. They Create some joy in your life – today and ing entrance into the afterlife, they would need to change the way we do it. had to make the best of a bad situation and in the coming year. You know what to do; be asked two questions before obtaining If we collect bills, then we must still col- quit blaming everyone else for their bad just take the time to do it! entrance into eternal life. Did you feel joy lect bills to stay in business, but we must luck. A special thank you goes to Doug Bus- in your life; if so, when? Did you ever help collect those bills with the other person’s If you are anything like me, blaming bee and the Youth Group of the Wagener someone else feel joy in their life? welfare in our heart and mind, as well as someone else for everything bad that hap- First Baptist Church for the joy they pro- Now I don’t know how you would our own! pens is always the easiest and most self- vided for the community by volunteering respond to these two questions, but as for We must attempt to be fair and honest satisfying route to take. Whatever lot life their services and talents to create a beauti- me, I would have to give them a great deal and, above all else, attempt to walk in the hands us, we usually don’t have to look ful holiday float for our local chapter of of thought before answering. I certainly other person’s shoes before making judge- very far to find someone who is a whole the V.F.W. and their Ladies’ Auxiliary. hope that my response would allow me ments about that person. We must never lot worse off then we are. When this group heard that we needed entrance into eternal life! lose sight of the fact that no matter what We are not everyone alone, but for the some help with a float, they volunteered Recently I have been thinking a lot about our job, the true test of our character is most part we are everyone floating around to provide one for our area veterans. Their the holiday season – that period between measured by the way we treat people when in similar boats – all of us with problems, love for our community and their apprecia- Thanksgiving and the middle of Janu- we deal with them. just different sets of circumstances. Per- tion for and support of all our veterans, ary. This is the perfect time of year to ask It doesn’t matter whether we are haps with a little thoughtfulness and con- past and present, is obvious! myself if I have ever experienced true joy involved in school, church, social, civic sideration we could all bring some joy to Their float represented our veterans in and if I have ever helped anyone else attain or career activities, how we treat people someone we see with problems bigger than the Chitlin’ Strut Parade and the Wagener that joy in their life. I am afraid that I must is what makes a difference in how we are ours. Remember, we are all floating down Christmas Parade. We thank them for their admit that often my actions may be self- perceived in our community. Kindness is the same stream. true community spirit and for the wonder- centered and thoughtless, causing those indeed a virtue in God’s eyes as well as Find some joy in your life. The worst ful example they set for others during a around me frustration rather than joy! man’s, days, months or moments of someone very busy season! It is cooperation with With that in mind, I have been thinking Not long ago I watched a movie called else’s life could be the best days, months others and participation like they exhibited that it probably would do all of us a great “The Bucket List.” It was the story of two or moments of your life. Maybe your that truly makes our community a special deal of good to concentrate on putting terminally ill patients who made lists of the neighbor or a coworker is having a rough place to live! those around us ahead of ourselves for a 10 things they wanted to do before they go of things right now or maybe you know Merry Christmas and God bless you all. The Staff at Edisto Dental Associates wishes you and your family Merry Christmas &Happy New Year Start your New Year off right - Call to schedule an appointment today 8 44333

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Wednesday, December 22, 2010 • Wagener Monthly n 9 Bees have to stay warm al-anon tion, six podcasts are now posted: Al‑Anon Family Groups 1. Why did we come to Al-Anon? too; they cluster together 2. Did we cause our loved ones to drink? announces podcast series 3. What does it mean, our lives became By WES BOMMER keepers are preparing for their beginning “First Steps to Recovery,” a free, public unmanageable? Columnist beekeeper course which is called a short service podcast series, is the newest feature 4. Why did I feel afraid to go to my first course. In the short course, students will on our website, www.al-anonfamilygroups. Al-Anon meeting? Cold weather has forced the bees to learn basic beekeeping skills from experi- org/Podcasts/FirstSteps/. 5. How did I feel at my first Al-Anon cluster. As temperatures decrease, the bees enced beekeepers. The Mid-State Beekeep- Our podcasts are designed to help anyone meeting? cluster gets tighter and tighter with the ers and the Aiken Beekeepers will be offer- concerned about someone else’s drinking 6. What is the “First Step” in Al-Anon? queen remaining in the center along with ing these courses sometime in January. learn about Al-Anon and the importance of More than 15,000 local adult Al-Anon any brood. The bees stay warm by vibrat- Commercial beekeepers are readying their recovery as a family member or close and younger family member Alateen groups ing their wing muscles. The wings do their bees for almond pollination. They will friend. A series of six 20-minute podcasts meet every week throughout the U.S. and not vibrate only the wing muscles. Bees start feeding their bees after the winter sol- are now available. Our podcasts may be Canada. work from the outside to the inside to stice so that the queen will start laying so downloaded and distributed to others. For local information contact Nancy B. at keep warm. In this cluster, they will move that they will have proper hive populations Each podcast features Al-Anon members 803-564-6487. upward for food. Bees generally do not when they arrive in California. The bees in engaging in the type of discussion and the Local meetings: Monday nights at 7 p.m. make any lateral moves in winter. The clus- the almond field are graded to determine mutual support exchange that takes place at Wagener United Methodist Church, 153 ter temperature is so sensitive that hives the pay rate for the beekeeper. They take an Al-Anon meeting. Besides an introduc- Columbia Highway, Wagener should not be opened if ambient tempera- samples from each semi-tracker trailer ture is below 60 to 65 degrees. Bees heat that arrives and if you make your living the cluster only not the entire hive. by hauling semi’s across the country you Story times for a new year bers. Then on Jan. 26 our story time theme When temperatures rise above 56 want to deliver the best possible hives so at the Wagener Library will be the Farm, with books about barns, degrees, the bees will break the cluster and that you will in turn receive the highest pay tractors, animals, and Old Macdonald. start flying. They will look for things to possible. Join us for good books and a craft activ- The library is located at 204 Park St. forage on even in cold weather. Beekeepers ity on the second and fourth Wednesday of N.E., Wagener. Our library hours are noon will check the weight of the hive to ensure Below you will find a great honey mus- January at 4 p.m. at the Nancy Bonnette to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, that they have sufficient food stores. If low tard recipe you can enjoy with chicken or Library in Wagener. Children of all ages and Friday, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Satur- food stores are discovered, the beekeeper anything you choose to use it on: are welcome. 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10 n Wagener Monthly • Wednesday, December 22, 2010 striving, climbing in the final race WSHS drill, rifle Think about it when it’s dark outside, as trust in Him and pray you’re looking at the stars Wanting to be some- It’s not an easy thing to do, To win God’s thing you’re not, Is a crown at last teams earned bids waste of the person you We always have to trust in Him, Till our are life is past

We can’t do it by Don’t you give up or compromise, The ourselves and win life’s world’s temptations are great to national contests final race Trust in God, He’ll help you win and let Nor can we think you through his gates Congratulations go to the JROTC drill The Rifle Team earned the right to God will do it all to and rifle teams from Wagener-Salley participate in the 2011 Army JROTC save us by his grace I struggled with drugs and alcohol, Till High School for qualifying for the Service Championship by finishing Brian God showed me the light national competition in their respective 4th out of 329 Army JROTC programs Watts There is a striving for These are some of the words He gave to areas. assigned to 4th Brigade during 2010 -11 every soul, A struggle me, When I didn’t sleep last night Their invitations to the “national” are Army JROTC Postal Competition. of the will Brian is a miracle! He has recovered the results of their dedication and hard The Rifle Team will travel to Annis- The path to heaven’s pearly gates is from more than 20 years of abusing and work by the team members. ton, Alabama on Feb. 17, 2011 to par- straight and up a hill being heavily addicted to several kinds of The Drill Team received invitations to ticipate in the Army JROTC Service drugs and alcohol. God literally “showed participate in two national level events. Championship. We must climb to make the grade, him the light” on Oct. 31, 2007, If you are The first event is the United States Also congratulations go to Cadet Climbing every day interested in contacting Brian, his e-mail Army Cadet Command Eastern Drill Alexi Henry for finishing 23rd in the God provides the strength and help, If we address is [email protected]. Championship to be held in Landover, nation out of 1,976 Army JROTC cadets Md., March 26, 2011. that participated in the Army JROTC The second event is The National Postal Competition. High School Drill Championships to be Great job Drill and Rifle Team Mem- held in Daytona Beach, Fla., April 28 bers! Go War Eagles! Facing a new year through May 2, 2011. HOOAH!

It is that time again! The challenge of Christ as personal Savior, there is the facing a new year. assurance of the “new” birth and “new” Rocky Grove Baptist Church Even though 2010 life (II Corinthians 5:17, John 10:10). is soon to be history, In order to face the new we must be “A Friendly,Bible Preaching Church” 2011 is a new start willing to transition from the past. Is it that offers a fresh possible that 2010 is a year you would beginning. One’s atti- like to forget? Pastor John O’Cain tude will go a long For some, the pain of experiencing 332 Rocky Grove Road Salley,South Carolina way to experiencing the death of a loved one, losing a job, the blessings a new financial stress, divorce, sickness or The church is located between Perry and Salley,SCjust off Hwy.39. year can bring. discouragement has stolen your joy and Turn on Rocky Grove Rd. at Felders Garage When I think of a allowed bitterness to take control. new year, it is in the God’s word to you is to trust Him Ph. 803-739-7005 •Cell 803-606-1405 Dr. Tommy context of God gifting and “cross over” to the freshness of a Huddleston me with a time filled new year. This doesn’t mean to live as with new possibilities if these things never happened, but to and opportunities. The year 2011 has refuse to let past experiences keep you never been lived before and will never in bondage. be lived again. It would do us well God is the author of “new” begin- to fix our eyes on putting our faith in nings. Why not begin that journey with God. Him today? Don’t let the memories and The year offers everyone equal time. pain of yesterday become more impor- Twelve new months, 52 new weeks, tant than the wonderful tomorrow God 365 new days, 8,760 new hours, has planned for you. 525,000 new minutes and 31,536,000 From a personal perspective, I under- SUNDAYSERVICES: WEDNESDAYSERVICES: new seconds ... everyone of which is stand how difficult it is to let go. How- God’s gifts to us. What we choose to ever, from a spiritual reality, I accept Sunday School 10:00 am Evening Worship do with the time is our gift to God. that God knows the “new” experiences Youth Group 5:30 pm Youth and Children’s “New” is a word in our English lan- He has for me when I am totally yield- guage that is welcomed and brings a ed to Him. Morning Worship 11:00 am Programs 7:30 pm smile to our face. New clothes, new As you enter the new year, may you Evening Worship 6:30 pm car, new job, new house, new baby and be committed daily to be in a spiritual so on, have brought great joy to many. position to experience God’s best! www.rockygrovebaptistchurch.org AS13-443342 For those of us who know Jesus Have a Jesus-focused new year! S11

Wednesday, December 22, 2010 • Wagener Monthly n 11 wagener garden club

The Wagener Garden Club held its We wish to thank those who stopped monthly meeting on Dec. 7. A program by our tables during the Wagener’s titled “A Flower For All Seasons … – Hometown Holiday Celebration on Flowers of the Bible” was presented to Dec. 3 and 4 by purchasing one of those in attendance by Mary Kelley, a our hot dogs, a cup of coffee or hot Master Gardener certified by Clemson chocolate, as well as some of our baked University Cooperative Extension Ser- goods. vice and club member. The program The Wagener Garden Club was hon- was very informative and enjoyed by ored this year by the Town of Wagener all attending. for all that the club has been doing for We wish to continue to thank Wagen- the community. er merchants and friends for their con- We were the first float in the parade tributions which keep coming in for with our garden theme. A special thanks the continuation for this year’s project to Ed Bishop for the beautiful sign he “Plant It Pink” where we will be plant- created for the garden club float. ing 2,000 pink daffodils throughout This year in conjunction with the Wagener. Thanks to Dr. Williams and Town of Wagener, the Wagener Garden Crescent Cities for their recent contri- Club assisted with a contest for the butions. best Christmas decorations at homes We are excited about the plantings and yards within the town limits of the and look forward to seeing pink and Town of Wagener. yellow daffodils as spring approaches. There were six entries and winners The planters containing yellow, pink are Tammy Branch, Shirley and Cyn- daffodils surrounded by pansies have thia Hardy. Congratulations!! returned to the locations of businesses We hope that next year we will have along Hwy. 302 coming into the Town even more entries and may expand the of Wagener. area for others who wish to participate. Susanne and Nancy planted two tones The next scheduled meeting of the of purple pansies in the large flower Wagener Garden Club will be Jan. 4. beds in the center View more parade photos on Wagener Monthly’s Facebook page. of town, at Gunter Park, the post office and in the planters at Gunter Park. Two shades of purples pansies were chosen which they felt would enhance from the Family of Toby Frechette, the flower beds Thank you throughout the cold ow can we possibly express how months; then be H showy when the daf- grateful we are to all the people we know fodils start bloom- and the people we have never met who ing. have been so generous to Toby’s wife This gives us all Kristen and children Tyler, Tessa and something to look Lucas. forward to when warmer weather arrives once again. Your prayers, kind words, support They also have been and generosity during this most difficult busy placing pine time have touched our hearts so deeply straw where needed. Thanks to Mary and we will never be able to thank you Kelley, club mem- enough. ber for the beautiful Christmas wreaths e pray that all of you have a blessed that she placed at W the four entrance Christmas and New Year just as you have signs coming into blessed Toby’s family.

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Wednesday, December 22, 2010 • Wagener Monthly n 13 Christmas in the words of Ms. Swartz’s fourth-graders

hining brightly Santa Sin the sky Fat, Nice o lead us to the Lord of Flying, Sitting, Giving TLords Hat Red Shoes Suit ppreciated for sending us Cooking, Singing, Loving Athe message Bossy, Nice emembered as one of the Mrs. Claus Rreasons for the season Dylan Douglas Photos by Ashleey Williamson By Bryson Shealey 4th grade – Ms. Swartz 4th Grade – Ms. Swartz Chitlin’ scent fills ust for me he aroling goes on for days Jsacrificed His life C veryone praises him with appy teachers, because of town for 45th year Efeeling and care Hthe break inging, worshipping bowing esting families By ASHLEEY WILLIAMSON Sdown to Him R Staff writer s in safe arms, arms that t looks snowy Udon’t let go SALLEY — Nasty. Disgusting. Rancid. ay we love Him. He watches I Manure. anta is on his way! Those are just a few words patrons of the Sover us does favors and 45th Annual Chitlin’ Strut used to describe S doesn’t ask something in return. omorrow is Christmas Eve! the pungent smell in the air Saturday in Sal- This is our Lord. This is Jesus. ley. T Some people, such as Valarie Barfield, y heart is filled with joy disagree. By Joshua Estrada “Nostalgic,” she said before taking a big Ms. Swartz’s Class M whiff of the air and smiling. “I love the smell. lot of people are happy It brings me back, because I don’t live here A anymore.” leeping, dreaming about Barfield grew up in Sumter and said, although she and her family often ate chitlins SSANTA! when she was a child, she never came to the Chitlin’ Strut. leigh riding in the snow all and pokey “This is the first time I’ve ever been here, and it smells wonderful,” she said. and Security Federal Bank. First prize was S T Tens of thousands of people gathered in the $750, second prize was $150 and third place ll he wished a good night eally green and beautiful sunshine and enjoyed tons of food, carnival won $100. A R rides, games, vendors and contests – and Contestants Dylan Davidson, Jeremy ice man in a red suit vergreen some people didn’t travel at all. Farmer, Keith Clemmons and Jason Clem- “I come here every year because I live in mons leaned over a table and slowly but N E Salley,” said Tosha Hart, who has lived in competitively placed boiled chitlins in their ight belt because he’s fat veryone loves it! the town for 21 years. “I live right down the mouths before quickly chewing and chasing T E street. So I bring my son, and we grab some- them down with water. lways brings toys to good Kayla Gallop thing to eat and head back home. It’s fun. Davidson took first place after eating 2.29 kids You have a lot of people come out,” she said, pounds in 10 minutes. A 4th grade – Ms. Swartz standing in line for a corn dog. “I don’t even like chitlins,” he said after- “I don’t eat the chitlins,” she added. The ward. “The best way I can describe the taste Tra’Quan Salley Chitlin’ Eating Contest began at 1 p.m. and is, well, eat one,” he said, adding that he 4th grade – Ms. Swartz was sponsored by the Aiken County Council would use his prize money to pay bills. S14

14 n Wagener Monthly • Wednesday, December 22, 2010 wagener women’s well By DIANNE sors do more than just advise, they get involved and help. It takes many hands to It hardly seems possible that this year do all the work required at the Women’s is almost over. As I reminiscence over Well ministry. the past year, I am reminded of the many We finished all our projects for other women who have touched my life and charities on time. Sharon from Epiphany the lives of others. The women at the Ministries picked up the 12 pillows for Well are always giving of themselves in the girls at DJJ. Cloth was delivered time, talent and love. to the Children’s Hospital and we are Week after week they are faithful to praying weekly for women of the Lydia show up. Showing up is the beginning of Project. In addition, gift bags have been commitment. So many times our inten- distributed to the homebound for a little tions are well-meaning but we fail to Christmas joy and the residents at D.J. follow through. Not so with these ladies, Guest Home will be getting some items they say what they mean and mean what to assist in their comfort. We believe you they say. have “to give to receive.” Women like Clara, Delores, Geneva, The Women’s Well is looking forward Dorothy, Jessie, Eartha, Jennell, Jean, to a joyful New Year and a fresh start. Alberta, Patricia, Lennie, and Miracle We are always looking for more volun- could be doing other things but they teers, more participants and more charity choose to help others. They give back to projects. A new Bible study (He Speaks the community by teaching and mentor- to Me by Priscilla Shirer) will begin in ing women to have (a)better life skills January. Times and dates for this study and hope. will be announced. Those listed above are not the only If you have any suggestions or special ones who help out. Some women don’t needs, please contact us. We are open on come every week but help at special Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. times. Nancy, Gail, Amelia, Analata, til 3:00 p.m. DeeDee, Susan, Letha and Tosha pop in To All: Merry Christmas and blessings from time to time and show up when we for a wonderful New Year. have events. Also, our Boards of Advi-

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16 n Wagener Monthly • Wednesday, December 22, 2010 Giving is a virtue christmas 2010 By MARY E. GANTT Rohn • God has given us two hands, one to Giving from the heart, not grudgingly, give with and the other to receive. – Billy and not expecting anything in return is a Graham habit that more of us need to strive for. • If you continually give, you will con- We learn from church, school and others tinually get. – Anonymous who know this to be a virtuous act – when • Give and it shall be given to you; good we give, we get! Yet this is still, it seems, measure, pressed down, shaken together the biggest kept secret there is. So many and running over. – Luke 6:38 people do not want to give. It has been said • In helping others, we help ourselves, down through the years that if your hand for whatever good we give out completes is closed, nothing can get out yet nothing the circle and comes back to us. – Flora can get in, either. Still, many do not want Edwards to give. • The value of a man lies in what he We must learn to develop the habit of gives, not in what he is capable of receiv- giving of ourselves – a hug, a kind word, a ing. – Albert Einstein helping hand, a smile – whatever is needed • If you know what I know about the to help someone who is in need or hurting. power of giving, you would not let a single When we give to others, it comes back to meal pass without sharing it in some way. us. – Buddha Mason Whittle, Madison Whittle and Mackenzie Graham visit with Santa. Please allow me to share with you a few • I just believe you can’t give God some- of my favorite quotes on giving and shar- thing without Him giving you more in ing: return. – Joel Osteen. • If you haven’t got any charity (giving) May we all have a Merry Christmas. in your hear, you have the worst kind of Let’s give, not just to receive something heart trouble. – Bob Hope in return, but because it is better to give • God loves a cheerful giver. – 2 Corin- than to receive. It is a virtuous thing to do – thians 9:7 not only at Christmas, but always. • Getter don’t get. Givers get. – Eugene First and foremost, let us remember that Benge the greatest gift ever given was Baby Jesus • Giving is better than receiving because more than 2,000 years ago. He is the reason giving starts the receiving process. – Jim for the season! Christmas traditions

By HEIDI CHAVIOUS few of those to places like England and Nova Scotia, a couple to Germany and One of my favorite Christmas tradi- a few to Alaska. Those are some of the Clayton Hooker of Perry tells Santa what he’d like for Christmas. tions is my Christmas card list. I send people that don’t hear from me through- more than 200 cards each year. Now that out the year. I have sent some people I am no longer working two jobs and cards for years and years because I really money isn’t as it was, I have trimmed like these people and want to wish them my list, but I think only by 4 or 5 cards. a Merry Christmas or to thank them for I tried ... some service over the year (bank, dentist, After being married 45 years, there doctor, etc.). Even if I never get a card is really nothing I need for the house. from them, I feel good that I sent one. Now that we are retired, there is nothing A few years ago the strangest thing we really need for ourselves (clothes, happened; someone who I had been send- gadgets, appliances, etc.) so I spend my ing cards to for years and years sent me money on the cards, and I just love send- one back. I was so surprised to open this ing them, card and so touched at the message say- I love even more the response I get. ing that I made a difference in this per- Since I try to send my cards out by Dec. son’s life just by my cards. 1, the first thing people say is that my As long as I can afford it, I will send card is the first one they get. I have peo- a card. Even though the computer is the ple who tell me my card is the only one way to go now, it really isn’t the same. they get, which is sad to me. If I didn’t send you a card, I want to I don’t add the Christmas letter, like wish you a very Merry Christmas and a some people, to all my cards; I only do a Happy New Year! Renee Hooker with daughter Kylee and son Clayton. S17

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20 n Wagener Monthly • Wednesday, December 22, 2010 HarvestofLove and MINISTRY OF RECONCILIATION

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Nathan Farr’s Submitted photos winning Stephanie Bell won first place with her Christmas card. Stephanie Bell’s winning artwork artwork

cafeteria for our staff and visitors to vote. We number the pic- trying to decide what should go with the reindeer. Nathan Christmas tures with no other identification so that the vote will be fair. drew mountains, decorated houses in the snow, but finally Continued from 1 The winner and runner-up are chosen by the number of votes. decided to draw a sleigh with toys.” The winner’s picture becomes the official ARMC Christmas “I wanted to draw that picture because whenever you see a Ceremonies for the 19th Annual Christmas at the Lake. It was card for the year. These cards are mailed out to all associates, sleigh with presents in it and reindeer you think of Christmas,” an evening of holiday songs and refreshments including hot businesses, ARMC board members, Chamber of Commerce Nathan said. “Even though my drawing makes me think of chocolate and hot apple cider. Highlights include the Aiken members and their board members.” Santa, I know that Christmas is Jesus’ birthday. Santa and God High School marching band, choral groups from local schools, When ARMC CEO Carlos Milanes, host for the evening’s are a lot alike. They bring peace, joy and happiness and they Santa and the Christmas card contest winners. Each family festivities, recognized Nathan Farr as the second-place recipi- both watch over people and like to give gifts to those who are received a Christmas at the Lake ornament and a free coloring ent, the cold couldn’t steel Nathan’s joy. “It felt good to win. I being good. I think Santa learned to give people presents from book and crayons for the kids. was happy and surprised!” Nathan expressed with a smile. God.” For the 19th year, the Christmas at the Lake Celebration Stephanie Bell also lit up like one of the sparkling lights on Stephanie explained how she chose her idea, “I looked on was held at Aiken Regional Medical Centers. “ARMC dedi- the tree when her name was announced as this year’s winner. the Internet to find pictures of what Christmas means to me. cates an evening to the community by providing an hour and With a jolly attitude, Stephanie talked about the joyous holiday Christmas means celebrating Jesus Christ’s birth and the joy of a half of fun, music and food,” said Shirley McIntosh, ARMC events of the evening. “My favorite part of the night was hear- giving. That’s why I drew the manger picture, to show Christ- community and physician relations manager. “This event is ing my named called as the first place winner. I was surprised mas is not just about getting presents. It’s more about giving. our gift back to the community; we just want people to come and very excited!” I love wrapping presents and giving them to people. It makes out and have a good time. The celebration is a way to kick off When asked about working on their pictures for the contest, them happy! Jesus was the best gift. When you look at the the Christmas season by providing a time for families to come Nathan and Stephanie had “lots” to say. manger scene picture, you see a gift of love!” see Santa and enjoy holiday lights, music and the artistic tal- “It’s hard to think about Christmas ideas in October so Nathan and Stephanie both agree that one of the highlights ents of Aiken County students.” Ms. Blizzard filled our tables with old Christmas cards and of the Christmas season is spending time with their families. During the celebration, the winners of the ARMC Christmas played Christmas music while we drew. We couldn’t copy the Their Christmas wish is to spend time with their families Card contest were announced and presented with gift certifi- pictures as they were, but we could take ideas from several “playing in the snow!” cates, savings bonds and their framed original artwork. Out of pictures and then create our own,” they shared. In addition to Stephanie’s and Nathan’s personal prizes, more than 500 entries, Busbee Elementary School submitted “Nathan’s drawing of the reindeer was impressive,” stated Busbee Elementary also received a nice cash donation. Con- around 84 drawings in the contest. Shirley McIntosh stated, Ms. Blizzard. “I made copies of the drawing so that he could gratulations, Stephanie Bell and Nathan Farr, and special “The marketing staff looked through each of the pictures and play around with different backgrounds. The original sketch thanks to the Aiken Regional Medical Centers from the art chose eight. We put these eight on trifold boards in the hospital had personality and I didn’t want him to lose that as he was students at Busbee Elementary. Aiken County Councilmember District 1 KATHY RAWLS

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22 n Wagener Monthly • Wednesday, December 22, 2010 of 329 Army JROTC programs assigned to Rifle team 4th Brigade during 2010-11 Army JROTC deaths and funerals Postal Competition. The rifle team will Continued from 1 travel to Anniston, Ala., on Feb. 17 to participate in the Army JROTC Service This is a banner year for the War Eagle Championship. Wanda Mae Terry Jeffcoat Laurie Richardson Will Rifle Team. In addition to the Aiken “I am proud of each cadet on the rifle Sept. 17, 1949 - Nov. 25, 2010 July 26, 1924 – Nov. 2, 2010 County Rifle Championship, the team won team” said Col. (retired) Maxie L. Joye, Leesville – Mrs. Wanda Mae Terry Jef- Laurie Richardson Will, 86, of 10116 the Aiken County regular season champi- coach of the Rifle Team. “They worked fcoat, 62, entered into rest Thursday, Nov. Sharpsburg Pike, Hagerstown, MD, passed onship with a 7-0 record and finished as hard all year to accomplish their goals indi- 25. away Tuesday, Nov. 2, 2010, at the Kline the runner-up champions in the Greater vidually and collectively as a team.” Mrs. Jeffcoat is survived by her husband House in Frederick. Midlands Area Drill and Rifle Team In addition to Williams, Henry, Frost and of twenty years, James Leo Jeffcoat, step Born Saturday, July 26, 1924, in Wagener, League. The rifle team earned the right to Taylor, the other rifle team members are daughter Ashley Odel and granddaughter S.C., she was the daughter of the late Ernest participate in the 2011 Army JROTC Ser- Nadia Stewart, Cody Miller, Tamara James Adeline Odel both of Waynesboro, TN, Levi Richardson and the late Emma Garvin vice Championship by finishing fourth out and Scott Brown. mother, Dorothy B. Terry of Poplar Bluff, Richardson. She was preceded in death by MO, sister; Peggy Taylor of Wichita, KS, her husband, Raymond Biedler Will, in and brothers; Jim Terry of Atlanta, GA, 1993. our citizens whose presence, contributions Michael Terry of Billings MT, and Rooks She was a graduate of Winthrop College Mayor and pride make it all possible and Wagener Howard of Bowling Green, KY. in Rock Hill, S.C. She was employed with a much better place to call home. Mrs. Jeffcoat was born in Neelyville, MO the federal government for many years and Continued from 1 On behalf of myself, Councilmen John the daughter of Dorothy Marie Buffington retired from her last position with the Adju- Hudson, Dave Heffron, Marlon Hudson, Terry and the late Harvey J. Terry. She was tant General’s Office at Fort Bragg, N.C. Not to be forgotten are our business own- Jack Atkinson and all staff members of the a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church. She was a member of the Order of the East- ers and leaders whose risks and hard work Town of Wagener, we wish you our best A memorial service was held Tuesday, ern Star and was of the Methodist faith. keep our people supplied and the town run- for a very safe, happy and prosperous new Nov. 30 at 7 p.m. in the Chapel of Blizzard She is survived by her daughter, Alison ning smooth. Last, but most important are year! Funeral Home. Duley and husband, Rick, of Middletown, MD; one son, Charles Raymond Will and wife, Jill, of Hagerstown, MD; a brother, Robert Whitsell Barr Hugh Forrest Richardson of Potomac Falls, Jan. 21, 1949 – Nov. 21, 2010 Va.; and four grandchildren, Bryana Leigh View more parade photos on Wagener – Mr. Robert Whitsell Barr, 61, Duley, Shannon Rae Duley, James Bennett entered into rest on Sunday, Nov. 21, 2010. Will and Susannah Will. Wagener Monthly’s Facebook page. Robert is survived by his mother, Thel- She was preceded in death by her sisters, ma B. Hoff; sister, Deborah (Larry) Hart- Elise Richardson and Lois Jackson. ley; niece, Marie (Steve) Bradley; great- Memorial services were held at 5 p.m. nephews, Christopher Hartley and Shawn Sunday, Nov. 7, at the Douglas A. Fiery Bradley; great-niece, Destiny Bradley and Funeral Home, 1331 Eastern Blvd. North, cousins. Hagerstown, with the Rev. L. Patrick Ricker from Robert was the son Thelma Ramona officiating. Merry Christmas! Brown Hoff and the late Earl Herbert Barr Private interment will be held at a later Sr. He was also predeceased by his brother; date at the family plot in Wagener. Earl H. Barr Jr. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations MUSSER SEPTIC SYSTEMS The funeral service was held Wednesday, may be made to Hospice of Washington •Septic Installations Nov. 24 at 2 p.m. in the Chapel of Bliz- County, 747 Northern Ave., Hagerstown, zard Funeral Home with burial in Salley MD 21742. EZ Flow Certified Oakview Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at Infiltrator Certified www.DouglasFiery.com. •Grading Paul J. Swink June 15, 1957 – Nov. 29, 2010 Clement L. Truitt •Driveways Aiken — Mr. Paul J. Swink, 53, entered GREENVILLE — Mr. Clement L. Truitt, into rest Monday, Nov. 29. affectively known as “Boy Red Otts”, died •Trenching Mr. Swink is survived by his mother, Ruth Friday, November 26, 2010. Louise Atkinson Smith of Aiken; brothers, He was born in Wagener and attended •Backhoe & David Swink of Wrens, Ga, Danny Swink A.L. Corbett High School. of Commerce, GA, Jimmy Swink and Joe Funeral services were held at S.C. Franks Bobcat Work Smith, both of Houston, TX; and sisters, Chapel of Remembrance chapel on Thurs- Debbie Flowers and Lisa Hulbert, both of day, Dec. 1, 2010 at 1 p.m. office Houston, TX. He was a member of Hollow He is survived by his wife, Sallie Bolden 803-564-6306 Creek Baptist Church. Truitt; daughters, Tonya Key (Pete) and A memorial service was held Thursday, Virginia Justic (Carl); sons, Michael Truitt cell Dec. 2 at 6 p.m. in the Chapel of Blizzard and Frank Bolden; sisters, Joan T. Williams 803-439-2650 Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memori- (Sylvester) and Jean Graham and other rela- AS13-443343 als may be made to Hollow Creek Baptist tives and caring friends. Church, 270 Independent Blvd., Aiken, SC J.H. Robinson Funeral Home of Wagener •Reliable Quality Work 29803. in charge of local arrangements. •15Years Experience •Fully Licensed & See more obituaries on page 23. BRIAN MUSSER, OWNER Insured S23

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She was married to the late Robert Charles to Clinton United Methodist Church at 333 Allen and was a member of New Holland Hollow Creek Road, Salley, SC 29137 or obituaries Pentecostal Holiness Church. Perry Eldercare, P.O. Box 1189, Wagener, SC poems A service to celebrate the life of Ms. Allen 29164. was held Saturday, Dec. 4 at 11 a.m. in the Mary S. Bulkeley New Holland Pentecostal Holiness Church BY ED SMITH May 11, 1918 – Nov. 30, 2010 with burial in the Bethcar Baptist Church Earl Williamson ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Mary S. Bulkeley, Cemetery. April 5, 1921 – Dec. 13, 2010 “Another Year” 92, of Asheville went to be with her Lord, LEXINGTON — Mr. Earl Williamson, 89, Another time has come and Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010, at Asheville Health entered into rest Monday, Dec. 13, 2010. gone Care Center. A native of Greenville, S.C., she Toby Frechette He is survived by his loving wife of 64 One more year has passed is daughter of the late Rev. Kemper D. and Oct. 6, 1974 – Dec. 3, 2010 years, Mrs. Ernestine Gunter Williamson; sons, We look forward to another one Georgia Johnson Smith. In addition to her LEXINGTON – Toby Frechette, 36, Jimmy, William (Andrea), Mike, (Josie), Rick Better than the last parents, she is preceded in death by her hus- entered into rest Friday, Dec. 3, 2010. (Jennifer), and Wayne Williamson; daughters, band, Lewis E. Bulkeley Jr.; her son, Lewis Toby is survived by his wife of fifteen Marie (Steve) Riley, Earlene (Jack) Shealy, We hope and pray for happier E. Bulkeley III; her sister, Hazel Potts; and her years, Kristen Elizabeth Frechette, children; Pat (Kim) Williamson, Tammye (Mike) Wil- times brother, K D. Smith. Tyler John Frechette, Tessa Logan Frechette, liamson, and Sandy (Todd) Shealey; nine We promise to change our Mrs. Bulkeley attended the University of and Lucas Chase Frechette, mother; Diane grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; a ways S.C. and graduated as a registered nurse in L. Hopkins and partner Richard Linnon of sister, Era Mae Sharpe; and brothers, Elliott Our resolutions reflect our goals Columbia. In 1941, she became one of Delta North Brookfield, MA, father: Charles E. and Guy Williamson. But they last only days Air Lines first airline stewardesses. She served Frechette and wife Deborah Frechette of Mr. Williamson was born in Aiken County in WWII as a first lieutenant in the U.S. Army Athol, MA, brothers; Aaron P. Frechette and to the late Elliott and Daisy Hoover William- With that in mind, I say to you Air Nurse Corps and was assigned to the 807th wife Kimberly Frechette of North Brook- son. He was preceded in death by three sisters I’m glad we are good friends Medical Air Evacuation Squadron. From Sept. field, MA, and Russell Hopkins of Parma, and four brothers. He was a retired carpenter Happy New Year and God bless 1, 1943, to June 6, 1945, she served in Italy, OH, sisters: Alexis C. Frechette of Athol, and loved to fish, hunt and garden. To you and yours again. France and Africa and earned the Air Medal. MA, and Laura Hopkins of Auburn, MA, Funeral services celebrating the life of Mr. Following her years in the service, she moved grandmother, Beverly Braconnier of Hold- Williamson was held Wednesday, Dec. 15 at 2 to Chicago, Ill., where she began raising her en, MA, father and mother-in-law Ronnie p.m. at Rocky Grove Baptist Church with the Poem #2 family and resided there for 47 years. and Donna Gullage, and grandfather-in-law Rev. Junior Jacobs officiating. Burial was in There comes a time when Her survivors include a daughter, Mary Ellen Jack Hunter of Wagener, sister-in-law Kim- the church cemetery. leaves must fall Bulkeley of Asheville, NC; son, Rev. Craig S. berly Gullage, and brother-in-law Ronald In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made When winds blow cold and the Bulkeley and his wife, Tracie of Black Moun- Gullage, Jr. of Woburn, MA, and several to Ascension Hospice, 7142 Woodrow St., sky seems gray tain, NC; six grandchildren, Mary Rachel and aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Irmo, SC 29073. Naked branches, reaching tall Charlotte Bulkeley of Black Mountain, NC, A Service to Celebrate the Life of Toby Cry out to heaven on a winter’s Laura Conley and her husband, Ray of Manor- was held Tuesday, Dec. 7 at 11 a.m. in the day ville, NY, Lewis E. Bulkeley IV and his wife, Wagener Chapel of Blizzard Funeral Home. Blanche S. Goodman Tanya of Trenton, GA, Colleen Thorne and Burial was private. COLUMBIA — Mrs. Blanche Steadman It is then I touch the logs afire her husband, Jim of Semmes, AL and Carolyn The family asks in lieu of flowers, that Goodman, died Sat., Dec. 11, 2010. Born in Light my pipe and tap the ale Bossany and her husband, Steve of Downers memorial contributions be made to the fam- Aiken Co., SC, she was the daughter of the Relax deep within my leather Grove, IL; two sisters, Lorenz Woodward of ily on behalf of Toby’s children. late Jim and Sennia Tyler Steadman. armchair Aiken, SC and Frances Patterson of Coving- She leaves to cherish her loving memo- And watch winter’s oncoming ton, GA and thirteen great-grandchildren. ries; nieces, nephews, great nieces, nephews, gale. A memorial service was held at 3 p.m. Mary Ellen Cooper Jeffcoat friends & neighbors. Saturday, Dec. 4, 2010 at Blizzard Funeral Jan. 27, 1923 – Dec. 12, 2010 Celebration for her life was conducted by Poem #3 Home, Wagener Chapel. Interment followed WAGENER — Mrs. Mary Ellen Cooper Pastor Glenn D. Wigfall on Wednesday, Dec. Alas, winter’s gone, my world’s in Wagener Cemetery. Jeffcoat, 87, entered into rest Sunday, Dec. 15, 2010, at 1 p.m. at Haskell Heights First serene In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made 12. Baptist Church, 1231 Blue Ridge Terrace, The gale no longer on the to Friendship Presbyterian Church, PO Box Mrs. Jeffcoat was the wife of the late James Columbia. Burial was in the Swedenburg/ scene 116, Black Mountain, NC 28711. Herbert Jeffcoat, the mother and mother-in- Gunter Cemetery, Seivern Road, Wagener. Morris Funeral Home, 304 Merrimon Ave., law of Ann and O’Neal Strock of Hanahan, Services entrusted to the J.H. Robinson Asheville, N.C., is in charge of arrangements. James “J. D.” and Judy Jeffcoat of Neeses, Funeral Home Wagener Chapel, 190 Railroad Green leaves silhouette against Condolences may be sent through the website Billy Ray and Connie Jeffcoat of Wagener, Ave. W. Wagener. the sky www.morrisfamilyfuneralhome.com Wayne and Mary Nell Jeffcoat of Fall Branch, In company with a summer but- TN, Steve and Barbara Jeffcoat of West terfly Columbia, Mickey and Lou Ellen Jeffcoat of John ‘Gerald Linds’ Bailey Sandra Ann Bonanno Allen Wagener and the late Ronnie O’Neal Jeffcoat, June 12, 1930 – Dec. 10, 2010 The metamorphosis that I now Jan. 30, 1944 – Dec. 1, 2010 grandmother of fifteen, great grandmother of SALLEY — Mr. John Jessie “Gerald Linds” see WAGENER – Ms. Sandra Ann Bonanno twenty-four, and sister of Lula Bell Gleaton Bailey, 80, entered into rest Friday December Brings memories of winter back Allen, 66, entered into rest, Wednesday, Dec. Senn of Wagener, Rachael Poole of Salley and 10, 2010. to me 1, 2010. the late J. R. Cooper, Otis Cooper, Myra Poole A Graveside Service was held Monday, Ms. Allen is survived by her children, Bill and Katie Ruth Hamilton. Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. in the Salley Oakview I bask in sun and bathe in rain (Marcie) Allen, Pete (Deirdre) Allen, Robert Mrs. Jeffcoat was born in Aiken County, the Cemetery. And long for chilling winds “Sandy” (Stephanie) Allen, and Alica (Tony) daughter of the late Raymond and Annie Lula Gerald Linds was the son Ulon and Annie again Fulmer; grandchildren, Luke Scholer, Sandy Cooper Cooper. She was a member of Clinton Mae Cook Bailey. He was a veteran of U. Allen, Jordan Allen, Justin Allen, Kaitlyn United Methodist Church. S. Army and attended Rocky Grove Baptist But I have the patience to wait Allen, Lauren Allen, Lindsey Fulmer, Lee A funeral service was held Thursday, Dec. Church. and see Ellen Fulmer, Sam Allen and Buck Allen, and 16 at 2 p.m. in the Clinton United Methodist He is survived by several cousins. For when the butterfly bids fare- great-grandchild, Bradley Allen. Church with the Rev. David Williamson offi- In lieu of flowers, the family asks that dona- well to me. Ms. Allen was the daughter of the late Santo ciating. Burial was in the church cemetery. tions be made to Blizzard Funeral Home at Samuel and Emily Ellen Hummer Bonanno. In lieu of flowers, please make memorials P.O. Box 235 Wagener, SC 29164. S24

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