WALTER THOMAS

August 10, 1922 – July 31, 2013

IVA, SC - Walter Thomas, age 90, of Iva, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2013 at AnMed Health Medical Center.

Born in Lowndesville, SC, he was the son of the late John Bunyon Thomas and the late Ruth Raymond Speed Thomas.  He was a graduate of Iva High School. Walt proudly served his country in the United States Army during World War II.  He was a member of the American Legion. He worked as an electrician in Florida for many years before returning to South Carolina to help establish JB Thomas and Sons Hardware Store, where he was the owner and operator.  He formerly served as a school trustee for district 3 and was formerly on the Board of Directors at the Iva Rescue Squad.  He currently served on the Board of Directors at the People’s Bank of Iva, the Starr Iva Water Company and the West Carolina Telephone Coop.  He was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Helen Wiles Thomas; sons, Randy Thomas (Nancy), of Anderson, Wayne Thomas (Lindsay), of Greenwood and Mike Thomas (Lisa), of Iva; grandchildren, Griffin, Drake, Emery, Tatum, Richard, Walter, Kristy, Scott and Michael; great-grandchildren, Makayla and Clay; he is also survived by a sister, Kathleen Thomas, of Iva.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brothers, JB and Allen Thomas. 

The Funeral Service will be held on Friday, August 2, 2013 at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church of Iva with Reverends Jerry Gray and Dick Thomas officiating.  Interment will follow at Iva City Cemetery with Military Honors.  Pallbearers will be the employees of JB Thomas and Sons Hardware Store, with honorary pallbearers being the Board of Directors of the People’s Bank of Iva, West Carolina Telephone Coop and Starr-Iva Water Company.  Mr. Thomas will be placed in the church at 10:00 AM. 

The family will be at the home of his son, Mike, and will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home on Thursday, August 1, 2013 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Iva Rescue Squad, 9715 Hwy 81 South, Iva, SC 29655 or to Iva Fire Department, 9711 Hwy 81 South, Iva, SC 29655.

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MRS. HELEN LACH

September 29, 1914 – July 31, 2013

Mrs. Helen Dorothy Selick Lach, age 98, of Anderson, SC, formerly of Livingston, NJ, died at Rainey Hospice House on Wednesday, July 31, 2013.  Born in Newark, NJ, Mrs. Lach was the daughter of the late George and Elizabeth Furchak Selick.   She was married to the late Emil R. Lach for 74 years.  A devoted wife and loving mother, Mrs. Lach spent most of her life raising her family in Livingston, NJ before moving to South Carolina.  She was an active member of Olivet Congregational Church in Livingston where she held various positions and taught Sunday School for many years. 

Mrs. Lach is survived by her two sons, Richard Lach of East Hanover, NJ and Wayne Lach of Goodyear, AZ; a daughter, Eileen Lach Cummins and her husband, Michael, of Anderson, SC; and five grandchildren, David Lach, Tracy Lynn Cummins, Michael J. Cummins, Kerry Barile, and Kevin Lach;  4 great-grandchildren, Dylan Lach, Brianna Lach,  Campbell Grace Cummins, and Emersyn Rose Barile. 

In addition to her parents, and her husband, Emil, she was preceded in death by two brothers, George Selick and William Selick; and five sisters:  Elizabeth Fischer, Mary Nebesky, Anne Price, Bertha Popick and Pauline Burger. 

The family will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home on Friday, August 2, 2013, from 6 PM until 8 PM. The funeral service will be held in the Chapel at Restland Memorial Park, 77 DeForest Avenue, East Hanover, NJ at a later date, with interment to follow at Restland Memorial Park Cemetery.  Burroughs, Kohr and Dangler Funeral Home of Madison, NJ, will handle arrangements in New Jersey.

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

THELMA FREEMAN HAWKINS

June 23, 1933 – July 31, 2013

ANDERSON, SC - Thelma Freeman Hawkins, age 80, of the Long Branch Community, went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 31, 2013.  

Born June 23, 1933, in Franklin Springs, GA, she was the daughter of the late Ivy and Addie Lee Jordan Freeman.  Mrs. Hawkins was a devout Christian who spent many hours reading God’s word and sharing it with others.  She was a member of Belton Church of God. 

She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Jack “Pokey” Hawkins; her daughter, Jackie Hawkins McCullough, of Anderson; her son, Tim Hawkins and his wife Debbie, of Anderson; four grandchildren, Brent McCullough, of Anderson, Courtnie M. Black and her husband Brandon, of Honea Path, Charity Hawkins, of Anderson, and Brandon Hawkins, of Anderson; four great-granddaughters, Olivia and Camryn Black and Riley and Kirsten McCullough; she is also survived by her brother, Tucker Freeman, of Anderson. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Geneva Holtzclaw; her twin sister, Velma McCollum; and her brother, Haskell Freeman.

The family will be at the home of her daughter, Jackie and will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home on Thursday, August 1, 2013 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. 

The Graveside Service will be held on Friday, August 2, 2013 at 3:00 PM at Long Branch Baptist Church Cemetery with Reverend Wayne Watson and Reverend John Christmas officiating.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to Hospice of the Upstate, 1835 Rogers Road, Anderson, SC 29621. 

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PAULINE C. METZ

August 19, 1929 – July 27, 2013 

Johnnie Pauline  “Maw Maw” Conwell Metz, age 83, of 1021 Parker Bowie Road, Iva, passed away on Saturday, July 27, 2013, at the Exalted Health and Rehab of Iva, surrounded by her family.  Born in Anderson, she was the daughter of the late John Paul Conwell and the late Annie Mae Hayes Conwell.  For 63 years, she was the loving and devoted wife of Jimmy Metz of the home.  

Mrs. Metz attended Girls High School in Anderson.  She was a cloth inspector retired from Clark Schwabel.  Pauline enjoyed travel with her friends, but the favorite pastime was the joy she received from her children and grandchildren.  “Maw Maw” was an excellent cook and she enjoyed serving special meals to her family and friends.  She was a member of Rocky River Baptist Church. 

In addition to her husband, Jimmy, she is survived by 2 sons, Steve Metz and his wife, Vickie, of Central, and Tim Metz of Iva; a son-in-law, Wade “Shorty” Burton of Iva; a sister, Grace Neese of Anderson;  5 grandchildren, Terri Smith and husband, Brent, Sommer Smith and husband, Tommy, Jaime Miller and husband, Rhett, Jacob Metz and Cody Metz; and 6 great-grandchildren, Gabriel and Piper Smith, Kade and Paislee Smith, Gracie Metz, and Evie Ann Miller.  

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Metz was preceded in death by a daughter, Paula Ann Burton, and a brother, Charles Conwell. 

A Graveside Service to honor and celebrate the life of Mrs. Pauline C. Metz will be held on Tuesday, July 30, 2013, at 2 PM at the Iva City Cemetery, with Rev. Dr. Bobby Jones officiating.  The family will be at the residence and will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home on Monday, July 29, 2013, from 6 PM until 8 PM.  

The family suggests contributions in memory of Mrs. Metz may be made to Ark Hospice, 101 Grace Drive, Easley, SC 29640.

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CARRIE R. WATSON

ANDERSON - Carrie Reece Watson, 84, of 171 Towne Creek Trail, widow of Fritz N. Watson, Jr., died Thursday, July 25, 2013 at her home.

Born February 20, 1929 in Ellijay, GA, She was the daughter of the late George Washington and Nettie West Reece. Mrs. Watson was a volunteer with Anderson Interfaith Ministries (AIM), Meals on Wheels and participated in the Senior Follies. She was dearly loved by all who knew her. She was a member of Boulevard Baptist Church.

Survivors include four sons, Neil Watson, Rick Watson, Doug Watson, and Stan Watson; thirteen grandchildren; sister, Della Colquitt; and a sister-in-law, Jean Watson Warrick. 

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 28, 2013 at Boulevard Baptist Church conducted by Dr. Johnny F. McKinney. Burial will follow in Salem Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7 until 9 p.m. Saturday at Sullivan-King Mortuary, 3205 North Highway 81, Anderson.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Anderson Interfaith Ministries, P.O. Box 1136, Anderson, SC 29622.

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JAMES E. COOK

May 1, 1943 – July 18, 2013 

ANDERSON, SC - James Elliott Cook, age 70, of Honea Path, SC, passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2013 at the Rainey Hospice House.

Born in Orangeburg County, SC, he was the son of the late Christopher Elliott Cook and the late Essie Lou Davis Cook.  He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.  He was a truck driver for many years, having worked for several trucking companies.  James was of the Baptist faith. 

He is survived by three sisters, Mary Ellen McMichael, of Anderson, SC, Bettye Burns, of Sunrise, FL and Gloria Ellis, of Anderson, SC; several nieces and nephews also survive.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Wade Cook; and a brother, WD “Bill” Cook.

The Graveside Service will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Park at 11:30 AM on Saturday, July 20, 2013, with Reverend Dave Menzel officiating.   

The family will be at their respective homes and will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home on Saturday from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM.

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WALTER D. “POPS” HAWKINS, SR.

February 22, 1935 – July 17, 2013

Walter David “Pops” Hawkins, Sr., Age 78, of 100 Dove Lane, Williamston, passed away at his residence on Wednesday, July 17, 2013, surrounded by his loving family.  Born in Jackson, MS, he was the son of the late Leo Hawkins and the late Leona White Hawkins. For over 60 years he was the loving and devoted husband of Mary E. Thorne Hawkins of the residence. 

Mr. Hawkins was a carpenter by vocation, but he enjoyed being outdoors working in his yard and vegetable gardens.  Serving others was one of his passions in life.  “Pops” proudly served his country in the US Army.  He was of the Baptist Faith. 

In addition to his wife, Mary, he is survived by 3 sons, Robert Anthony “Tony” Hawkins of Ware Place, Richard Wayne Hawkins and wife, Connie, of Belton, and Timothy Mark Hawkins and wife, Tracie, of Williamston; 2daughters, Sherry Lynn Greer and husband, Matt, of Donalds, SC, and Carla Marie Massingale and husband, James, of Williamston;  also surviving are 15 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren as well as a number of nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Hawkins was preceded in death by 2 sons, Walter David Hawkins, Jr., and Roger D. Crider. Being the last surviving member of his immediate family he was preceded in death by all of his brothers and sisters. 

The funeral service to honor and celebrate the life of Walter D. Hawkins, Sr. will be held on Monday, July 22, 2013, at 2 PM at the Chapel of the McDougald Funeral Home, with Rev. Carroll Plemmons officiating.  Interment will follow at M. J. “Dolly” Cooper Veteran’s Cemetery.  The family will be at the residence and will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home on Sunday, July 21, 2013, from 6 PM until 8 PM.

The family suggests that contributions in memory of “Pops” 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.

CAROLINE WATSON GREEN

August 8, 1947 – July 10, 2013 

Caroline Watson Green, 65, of Greensboro, N.C., died Wednesday, July 10, 2013 after a courageous battle with cancer. Surrounded by the love of her family, she peacefully passed.

She was born August 8, 1947, in Anderson, S.C. to the parents of the late Wade Allen Watson, Jr. and Janet West Watson. Raised the only daughter among two brothers, Caroline was a true Southern belle. She graduated from Brenau Private School and attended Virginia Commonwealth University seeking a degree in art. 

After college Caroline moved to North Carolina where she began a short career in the banking industry which was briefly halted after becoming a mother to two boys. Caroline poured her soul into her two boys’ lives never missing an opportunity to guide them and always making fond memories. Attending school field trips, serving as team mother, joining Scouting activities, engaging her children in community service activities and making sure everyone knew her name and smiling face  were some of the many contributions she made to her boys’ lives and the community. As her children reached their teens, Caroline rejoined the banking industry while seeking a bachelor of administrative science degree from Guilford College. She graduated in 1996 and later retired from BB&T after many years of dedicated service. 

Caroline’s passion were her children, sharing her kindness and love for people, family, art and her love of nature. The latter is what led her to the man in which she shared her heart. Caroline married Steve Leonard Green on October 23, 1999 in Greensboro, N.C. and began a life in which their partnership was rich with back road mountain trips, leading a successful landscaping and nursery business and spending as much time with each others ‘ children and grandchildren.

Caroline never saw a challenge she couldn’t defeat, was never scared to try new things and never knew a stranger. Her battle with cancer was testament to strength and gusto in which she lived every day of her life. 

Caroline is survived by her husband; children James Norman Lyons and wife, Lisa Edens Lyons of Garner, N.C. and Justin Sedgley Lyons and wife, Kimberly Anderson Lyons, of Brookfield, Ill.; step-daughters Holly Marie Green  and Stephanie Lynn Green, both of Greer, SC; grandchildren, Alexander Leek Lyons, Nathaniel McCabe Lyons of Garner, N.C., Grayson Michael Lyons and Macy Sheldon Lyons of Brookfield, Ill.; Uncle, James G. Watson of Anderson, S.C.; Aunt, Julia A. Watson of Anderson, S.C.; brother, Charles West Watson of Columbia, S.C.; niece, Martha Elizabeth Watson of Columbia, S.C.; nephew Charles West Watson II of Columbia, S.C.; and numerous cousins. Caroline is preceded in death by her parents and brother, Wade Allen Watson III. 

Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 20, 2013 at Old Silver Brook Cemetery in Anderson, SC conducted by Dr. John LeHeup. After the service, an informal sharing of memories will be held at 3 p.m. at Tucker’s Restaurant, 3501 Clemson Boulevard, Anderson, SC.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Diabetes Association in her name.

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RUTH ROWLAND

March 19, 1932 – July 16, 2013

PENDLETON, SC - Annie Ruth Howard Rowland, age 81, of Pendleton, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2013 at AnMed Health Medical Center.

Born in LaFrance, SC, she was the daughter of the late John Wesley Howard and the late LuOla Nix Howard.  She retired from Gallant Belk after many years of service as a sales associate in the Fine Jewelry Department.  Ruth was a dedicated homemaker and devoted wife for over 60 years. She was a loving mother, sister, grandmother and steadfast friend to all who knew her.  She was a member of LaFrance First Baptist Church. 

She is survived by her loving husband, Marshall Allen Rowland, of the home; a daughter, Marsha Rowland Browne, her husband, Dr. Geoffrey Browne, and their children, Meredith Compton Browne and Hannah Elizabeth Browne, all of Burlington, NC; and a brother, Charles Frank Howard and his wife Doris Craft Howard, of Anderson.

The Funeral Service to honor and celebrate the life of Mrs. Ruth Rowland will be held on Friday, July 19, 2013, at 11:00 AM at LaFrance First Baptist Church with Reverend Gene Burdette, Reverend Mike Cothran, Pastor Albert Couch and Pastor Mark Duncan officiating.  Pallbearers will be Ken Rowland, Vance Rowland, John Rowland, Louie Rowland, Jr., Jamie Barnes and Reverend Mark Duncan.  Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park Mausoleum. 

The family will be at the home and will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home on Thursday, July 18, 2013, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to LaFrance First Baptist Church, 1 Circle Street, LaFrance, SC 29656 or to Bethel Baptist Church, 301 Rogers Street, Anderson, SC 29624.

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MABEL GUYTON PARROTT

April 11, 1910 – July 13, 2013

Mabel Guyton Parrott, age 103, of 1110 Marshall Road, Greenwood, SC., passed away at her residence at Wesley Commons on Saturday, July 13, 2013.  Born in Williamston, she was the daughter of the late Aaron M. Guyton and the late Eva Vandiver Guyton.  She was the loving wife of the late Rev. Glenn E. Parrott.  

Mrs. Parrott was a home maker and the proud wife and mother of two Methodist Ministers.  She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in Williamston and was active in the United Methodist Women’s organization. 

Survivors include a daughter-in-law, Rebecca Parrott Colvin and husband, Howard, of Chester, SC; a brother, Pat V. Guyton of Paoli, PA; 2 grandsons, Thomas Dwight Parrott, Jr. of Spartanburg, and Glenn Edward Parrott of Anderson; also surviving are 5 great-grandsons, Glenn, Michael, Tyler, Dwight, and Brandon Parrott.

In addition to her parents and her husband, Mrs. Parrott was preceded in death by a son, Rev. Thomas Dwight Parrott; also preceding her in death are a brother and 4 sisters. 

A private family memorial service will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Anderson, SC, on Monday, July 22, 2013, where she will be laid to rest next to her husband. 

The family suggests that contributions in memory of Mrs. Parrott may be made to Wesley Commons, 1110 Marshall Road, Greenwood, SC 29646, or Grace United Methodist Church, 42 E. Main Street, Williamston, SC 29697. 

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

RUTH RHODES

December 9, 1925 – July 13, 2013 

Annie Ruth Rhodes, age 87, passed away at Rainey Hospice House on Saturday, July 13, 2013.

She was the daughter of the late James David Hiott and the late Eileen Estes Hiott. She was the loving and devoted wife of the late Ross Dan Rhodes.

A graduate of Girls High School, Mrs. Rhodes was formerly employed with Scotts Manufacturing until its closing and then began her career with the Anderson County Public Library, until her retirement on March 23, 2013, after 15 years of service. Mrs. Rhodes was a member of Pope Drive Baptist Church and a gracious southern lady, loved by all who met her.  

Mrs. Rhodes is survived by one daughter, Debbie Woodburn and her husband , Paul, of Anderson; a sister, Doris Murray of Seneca; two grandchildren, Melissa Woodburn and Joshua Woodburn, both of Anderson; four nephews, Lanny Mull, Pat McShea, Mike McShea and Jimmy Hiott. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Charles and James Hiott; and a sister, Lee Mull. 

The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2013, at 2:30PM in the Chapel of The McDougald Funeral Home, with Rev. Michael Kinard officiating. Employees of Anderson County Public Library will serve as honorary escort. The family will receive friends prior to the service, from 1:00PM until 2:00PM. Interment will follow at Belton City Cemetery. 

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

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ED BROCKELBANK

May 10, 1937 – July 11, 2013

ANDERSON, SC - Edmund Leo Brockelbank, 76, of Anderson, died Thursday, July 11, 2013. Ed was born to the late Edmund and Caroline Brockelbank and grew up in Ossining, NY.  He received a Bachelors and a Masters in Chemistry from the University of Alabama. He was a member of the American Chemical Society and retired as a Senior Chemist from BP Oil.

Ed was a well-known woodcarver and passionately brought many people to carving. Most recently he taught woodcarving at Clemson University, Furman University, and summer programs at the Kanuga Conference Center. He was also a lover of the outdoors and spent many hours kayaking and backpacking. Ed worked many years with both the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts.

Ed is survived by Dee Brockelbank, his loving wife of 52 years. He is also survived by three children: Dolores Williams and her husband Joseph, of Buford, GA; Brenda Hales and her husband Jeff, of Charlotte, NC; and Bill Brockelbank and his wife Jennifer, of Anderson, SC. He also is survived by three grandchildren: Zachary Williams, of Buford, GA; and Bailey & Nicholas Brockelbank, of Anderson, SC.

A visitation will be held at The McDougald Funeral Home on Sunday, July 14, 2013 from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM.  A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Mary of the Angels Catholic Church on White St. in Anderson on Monday, July 15, 2013 at 11:00 AM with Father Aubrey McNeil, OFM officiating. 

In lieu of flowers "Donations in Ed's memory may be made to the Camp Old Indian Handicraft Building Renovation fund (to be renamed after Ed), Blue Ridge Council, BSA, 1 Park Plaza, Greenville, SC 29607"

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