Greenwood man electrocuted

Yardwork accident puts man in hospital

December 22, 2006

By CHRIS TRAINOR
Index-Journal staff writer

A Greenwood man was electrocuted Thursday as he worked in his yard.
Jason Burden, of 108 Cassell Circle in Greenwood, climbed a ladder about 3 p.m. Thursday to try to knock pecans off a tree in his side yard. His brother-in-law, Josh McGuire, stood on the ground below, supervising and making sure the ladder was secure.
Burden was using a metal pipe to swat the elusive nuts off the branches, when his pipe contacted a power line that runs just behind the tree.
“He was stuck up there for what seemed like a minute,” said McGuire, who lives in the house just in front of Burden’s.
“I knew exactly what was happening. I knew I couldn’t touch the (metal) ladder, or I’d be in the same current.”
McGuire ran and grabbed a push-style lawnmower, which he then rammed into the ladder in an effort to knock Burden loose.
When that didn’t work immediately, McGuire turned and told his son, who was standing nearby, to go dial 911.
“My son was just stunned,” McGuire said. “He couldn’t believe what he was seeing.”
Eventually, Burden fell off the ladder and suffered a nearly 20-foot fall to the ground. Deputies from the Greenwood Sheriff’s Office and EMS workers were on the scene moments later.
Burden was set to be airlifted to the Augusta Burn Center, but the helicopter could not fly because of overcast skies.
Burden was then transported to Self Regional Healthcare.
Burden was conscious following the incident.
“He was alert and talking,” said Lonnie Smith, of the Greenwood’s Sheriff’s Office. “He got popped pretty good. It was simply an accident.”
McGuire said it was the first time he and Burden had attempted to gather pecans.
“People have been telling us they wanted our pecans,” McGuire said. “We were just trying to get them off the tree.”

Legacy of service

Harrison looks back on 16 years with council

December 22, 2006

By MIKE ROSIER
Index-Journal staff writer

McCORMICK — Alonzo Harrison’s heart beats for McCormick County and its residents.
It’s why he became a county councilman 16 years ago, and why he picked up the gavel as the county’s first-ever council chairman two years later.
Now, after 14 years as the leader of the council, his love and devotion for McCormick County and its residents is also why he decided to lay down the gavel and not seek re-election.
Harrison, who led his final council meeting, says the increased demands of the job over the years, along with the fact he works in a full-time capacity outside county government, finally caught up with him.
“When I started as chairman 14 years ago there were not near the responsibilities and time-consuming duties that there are now,” he said. “With all the mandates that there are now, you really need to be at everything.”
“I told myself years ago when I first got into politics that I would only go 12 years, or three terms. I made it 14 years. I still work 40 hours a week and I just didn’t feel that I would be giving the citizens of this county what they deserve (in a public official) if I were to continue.”
For his part, and despite the stress placed upon county leaders at times, Harrison says it’s been a pleasure working with his fellow council members in the service of McCormick County.
“I was elected as an at-large candidate to the council, and I appreciate the people of this county and my district for electing me back these years,” he said.
Harrison was born and raised in McCormick County, and graduated from McCormick High School in 1976 and Lander University in 1981. While at Lander, Harrison — who stands 6-feet-7-inches tall — played under legendary Bearcat basketball coach Finis Horne.
Harrison’s legacy of service — a soft voice, but one accompanied by a firm hand — will cast a large shadow. Earl Coleman, who replaces Harrison on the council, said he’ll do his best to fill Harrison’s considerable shoes (he wears a size 15) at the table.
“Well, I’ll do my best to fill those shoes, even though your feet are larger than mine,” Coleman joked with Harrison on Tuesday. “I’m looking forward to the opportunity.”
Harrison’s love extends from the people and places he holds dear to the overall pace of life here. In fact, that slower pace could be exactly what he most looks forward to in retirement from active public service with the county government. No one on the council will begrudge him the break, either.
Regardless, Harrison will sleep well in knowing he did his best to ensure McCormick County continues to offer the best life possible for its residents, including the bolstering of the public works department and the updating of the EMS and fire department fleets, among other advancements made during his years of service, which also will eventually include a new jail for the county.
He also cautioned the next chairman — a new chairman will be selected next month — to listen hard to council members and constituents of McCormick County. Harrison also recommended personal agendas be left at the door.
“I love McCormick County, I love the people here and I’ve done my best to work as hard as I could for them through the years,” he said. “We have a quality of life here that other folks just don’t have. We may not have all the amenities that other counties have, but we’re getting them.
“I thank this council for having selected me as their leader and chairman. It has been an honor.”

GHS rolls

Eagles beat Panthers

December 22, 2006

By RENALDO STOVER
Index-Journal sports writer

The Greenwood Eagles faced the Abbeville Panthers in the third game of Thursday’s opening round of the Bearcat Christmas Classic, and what began as a close match-up turned into a one-sided affair.
Although the Panthers closed the gap late in the game, the Eagles kept coach James Herman’s squad at arm’s length in a 77-66 victory.
“I thought we played pretty well coming off that emotional game on Wednesday night,” Eagles coach Hob Chandler said, referring to the Eagles’ big win over Emerald at home.
“I was kind of concerned we would come out flat, but I think overall we played well. Abbeville has a good team and they’re well-coached. It seemed like we’d get a little lead and they’d cut into it, but we were able to keep a double-digit lead for most of the second half and we’re just happy to come out with a win.”
Dexter Syrkett and Damarcus Harrison paced the Eagles with 16 points each. Sam Montgomery also scored in double figures with 12 points.
The Panthers were led by Ty Suit, who finished with 15 points.
The Eagles trailed 10-8 until Andre Day hit a 3-pointer with less than 2 minutes remaining in the opening quarter, sparking an 8-0 Greenwood run to close the quarter.
The Eagles continued to build on their lead in the second quarter, which was aided by a technical foul called on Herman. Day hit the two technical shots and the Eagles lead was up to double digits.
The Panthers drought ended at the 6:14 second mark of the second quarter when Toquavius Gilchrist hit one of two free throws.
The Panthers clawed back and got the lead back down to single digits thanks to a free throw by Michael Butler, making it 25-16. Two additional free throws by Jamal Mattison cut the lead to seven with less than 5 minutes remaining in the half.
The Eagles were undaunted though. The team was able to extend its lead to 15 points before the half thanks to three consecutive 3-pointers, including Darius Brown’s triple as the buzzer sounded.
The Panthers were able to get the lead back down to 10 points, following a lay-up by Gilchrist with under 3 minutes remaining in the third.
At the 1:59 mark, Devaudric Franklin’s shot made it 50-42, the closest the Panthers had been since the first quarter, but the Eagles scored four straight points to take a 54-42 lead into the final quarter.
The Eagles were in control over the final 8 minutes as the lead grew to 15 points at 77-62 and the outcome was never in doubt in the closing minutes as the Eagles moved into the championship round.
“We just need to find ourselves. We haven’t done it yet,” Herman said. “We’re not playing with any emotion and we’re just kind of out here.”

Vikings hold on to beat Chiefs

December 22, 2006

By CHRIS TRAINOR
Index-Journal sports writer

The Emerald High School basketball team staved off a would-be Christmas miracle Thursday night.
The Vikings nearly blew a 17-point fourth-quarter lead against McCormick, but held on for a 75-68 win in opening-round action of the Bearcat Christmas Classic at Lander University.
Emerald will now play crosstown rival Greenwood in the championship game at 8:30 tonight. Meanwhile, the Chiefs will take on Abbeville in a consolation game at 7.
Emerald coach Robin Scott said he was thrilled to see his team, which watched the aforementioned 17-point cushion dwindle to five in the closing minutes, maintain its composure.
“It was our second game in a row after playing Greenwood (Wednesday) night,” Scott said. “We were tired in the fourth quarter. But our guys stayed calm and made their free throws down the stretch.”
Meanwhile, McCormick coach Elmer Williams pinpointed his team’s weakness Thursday.
“Turnovers,” Williams said. “We did well to come back, but you just can’t have turnovers like we did in the first half.”
Emerald’s Trey Woolridge led all scorers with 23 points. Meanwhile, McCormick’s Brandon Cisco knocked in 21 points. The Eagles continued to build on their lead in the second quarter, which was aided by a technical foul called on Herman. Day hit the two technical shots and the Eagles lead was up to double digits.
The Panthers drought ended at the 6:14 second mark of the second quarter when Toquavius Gilchrist hit one of two free throws.
The Panthers clawed back and got the lead back down to single digits thanks to a free throw by Michael Butler, making it 25-16. Two additional free throws by Jamal Mattison cut the lead to seven with less than 5 minutes remaining in the half.
The Eagles were undaunted though. The team was able to extend its lead to 15 points before the half thanks to three consecutive 3-pointers, including Darius Brown’s triple as the buzzer sounded. The Panthers were able to get the lead back down to 10 points, following a lay-up by Gilchrist with under 3 minutes remaining in the third.
At the 1:59 mark, Devaudric Franklin’s shot made it 50-42, the closest the Panthers had been since the first quarter, but the Eagles scored four straight points to take a 54-42 lead into the final quarter. The Eagles were in control over the final 8 minutes as the lead grew to 15 points at 77-62, and the outcome was never in doubt in the closing minutes as the Eagles moved into the championship round. “We just need to find ourselves. We haven’t done it yet,” Herman said. “We’re not playing with any emotion and we’re just kind of out here.”

Lady Eagles cruise to tournament final

December 22, 2006

By RENALDO STOVER
Index-Journal sports writer

The Greenwood High School girls basketball team might have needed a wake-up call early against Abbeville, but the Lady Eagles put it together and rolled past the Lady Panthers.
Lady Eagles coach Susan Thompson pulled her starting lineup in the first quarter after what she described as sluggish play. The Lady Eagles responded by opening the second quarter on a big run and cruised to a 64-38 victory over the Lady Panthers Thursday in the first match-up of the Bearcat Christmas Classic at Lander University.
“Our B team came out and did some great things,” Thompson said. “They stole the ball a few times and I think it woke the others up.”
The Lady Eagles were led by Syteria Robinson, who finished with 17 points. She was one of four Lady Eagles to score in double figures in the opening-round win. Freshman Shay Andrews came off the bench to score 10 points for the Lady Eagles.
The Lady Panthers were led by senior Lakia Bailey, who finished with 12 points.
A free throw by Quantella Morton ended the Lady Eagles’ 10-2 run in the second quarter, but the Lady Panthers still trailed 27-18. Morton finished with six points.
The Greenwood lead was back to double digits, at 30-18, following a 3-pointer by Robinson, her second of the first half. The Lady Eagles closed with a 13-4 run to take a decisive 40-21 halftime lead.
“They lost their intensity after the first quarter. I think we could have hung in there with Greenwood,” Abbeville coach Brenda Jackson said. “We had a breakdown on defense, we started making bad passes and that’s what has been happening to us lately.”
Robinson played a large part in the Lady Eagles taking control in the first half. She led all scorers with 15 points at the end of the first half.
Although they were in total control in the third quarter, leading 48-24, Thompson called a timeout with 4 minutes, 19 seconds remaining.
“They were just not playing the defense they were supposed to be playing,” Thompson said. “Shay’s our point guard and she’s a freshman and she also needs some encouragement and those types of timeouts are good for her also.”
The Lady Eagles lead ballooned to 30 points in the fourth quarter following two free throws by Jacena Thompson.
Greenwood will face Emerald for the second time in three days for the tournament title at 5:30 today. Abbeville will open today’s action with a 4 p.m. game with McCormick.

Lady Vikings leave no doubt in win

December 21, 2006

By RENALDO STOVER
Index-Journal sports writer

The Emerald Lady Vikings left no doubt early in advancing to the championship game of the Bearcat Christmas Classic.
The Lady Vikings jumped out to an early double-digit lead and won decisively 51-19 against the McCormick Lady Chiefs.
The Lady Vikings were led by Brittany Connor, who finished with 11 points in the victory. The Lady Chiefs were led by Geneva Green, who finished with six points.
The win sets up a rematch with Greenwood for the tournament championship at 5:30 p.m. today. The two teams met Wednesday, with the Lady Eagles winning at home.
“It’s good to have that kind of a game. I don’t want to take anything away from McCormick,” Duckett said. “They played hard, they played well, but it’s good to have that type of a game after the game we had on Wednesday night so we can relax a little bit and rest some people and get ready to play that rubber game against Greenwood.
“There’s that old saying that it’s hard to beat a team three times.”
The Lady Chiefs went scoreless in the first 4 minutes, 12 seconds of the first quarter, prompting Lady Chiefs coach George Edwards to call a timeout with his team trailing 8-0.
Ciarra Anthony ended the scoring drought at the 3:35 mark with a jumper that cut the Lady Vikings’ lead to six. But that was as close as the contest would be.
Jaslyn Bailey converted a three-point play and Anicia Dotson hit a running jumper at the buzzer to give the Lady Vikings a 16-4 lead after the first quarter.
The Lady Vikings built a 22-4 lead behind seven straight points by Connor in the second quarter as the Lady Chiefs continued to struggle to find the basket.
The Lady Chiefs were on the verge of being shutout in the second quarter until Anthony hit one of two free throws with 1:05 remaining in the first half. However, the Lady Chiefs still trailed 31-5 and never showed any signs of resistance.
McCormick faces Abbeville in the consolation game at 4 p.m.
“We didn’t hustle and we didn’t run our offense,” Edwards said. “I think when they (Emerald) came out playing man, they were shocked at the fact that they were playing us man. We had scouted them and they had never played man on nobody else. We’re going to try to not let Abbeville get the easy baskets like they did last week.”

Opinion

Do we go out of our way to create more problems?

December 22, 2006

South Carolina has seen an alarming increase in the number of sex-related crimes in recent times. In fact, that has been noted all across the country. Some of the cases have shocked even some of the toughest law enforcement officials and medical examiners around.
Psychiatrists, criminologists, social workers and others can provide explanations of why some of these heinous crimes are committed, complete with profiles and every possible influence that contributes to the personalities of those who commit the crimes.
These are all helpful, of course. They can and do go a long way toward helping provide knowledge that works to prevent such violations.

THERE IS ANOTHER FACTOR THAT suggests that society as a whole goes out of its way to encourage influences that may well contribute to the problem. It gets more visible this time of year, too.
Much of it can be seen in the pornographic influence on television ..... programming and products. There’s something new, too: Ipods. It may shock some to learn that it’s reported pornography is the top seller on that electronic “gadget” that is very popular with youngsters.
Sex is also obvious in other public places, and it’s seen, too, in many of the “toys” that are being pushed for presents, and even Santa Claus.

THERE’S ALSO THE MARKETING that depends heavily on designing dolls, other toys and even clothing that not only border on risqué, some are downright indecent. They are intended to make sex and sexuality prime factors in persuading buyers to purchase particular items. TV advertising glorifies the sex angle ..... and there’s a good reason for that. A lot of people are buying what they’re selling.
Tops on the list are a lot of parents, particularly some mothers who obviously do anything and everything they can to enhance the “appeal” of their daughters. It’s not hard to see, either. It’s everywhere you look these days. So many mothers “doll-up” their daughters to be what they are not.
Why, then, do we wonder why some things occur when we do so much to promote the very things that lead children to trouble?

Obituaries

Gladys T. Cogsdill

LAURENS — Gladys T. Cogsdill, age 90 and widow of Euitt William Cogsdill, died Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2006 in Martha Franks Retirement Center in Laurens.
She was born in McCormick and was a daughter of the late John and Georgia Finley Thompson.
Mrs. Cogsdill was a homemaker and a member of the Laurens Church of God and former Sunday School teacher.
Surviving are three sons, William Wayne Cogsdill, Charles E. Cogsdill and Fred E. Cogsdill, all of Laurens; two daughters, Wydette C. Barker of Clinton and Carolyn C. Miller of Waterloo; eight grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be conducted Saturday at 3 p.m. in the Gray Funeral Home Chapel, with interment in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Laurens.
The family will receive friends Saturday from 1:30 to 3 at the funeral home.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.grayfuneralhome.com Gray Funeral Home of Laurens is serving the family.

Margaret Davenport

WATERLOO — Margaret Evens Davenport, 70, resident of 2650 Riverfork Road, widow of George Amon Davenport, died Dec. 21, 2006.
Born in Troy, she was a daughter of the late Jacob Thomas Edwards and Minnie Belle Talbert Edwards. Surviving are a daughter, Gigi Barbee; two sons, Thomas Davenport and Mike Davenport, all of Hodges; five grandchildren.
Graveside services will be 4:30 p.m. Friday at Hodges Cemetery, with Rev. Bobby Davis officiating.
The family is at the home of her daughter, 4318 Hwy. 246 N., Hodges, and will receive friends at Blyth Funeral Home from 3 to 4 Friday afternoon.
Blyth Funeral Home & Cremation Services is in charge.

Patricia Ann Harrison

Patricia Ann Harrison, 63, of 113 South Hospital Street, wife of Leon Harrison, died Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2006 at her home. Born in Greenwood County, she was the daughter of Susie Starks Lomax and the late Walter Lomax. She was a member of Trinity U.M.C. Church. Survivors include her husband of the home; son, Dr. Ralphel Smith of Athens, GA; mother of Greenwood.
Funeral services are 12 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 23, 2006 at the Robinson & Son Mortuary, Inc. Chapel, conducted by Rev. Ronnie Jeffcoat, assisted by Revs. Bernard White and Willie Neal Norman Jr. Burial will be in The Evening Star Cemetery. The family will receive friends today 6-8 p.m. at the home. Online condolences can be sent to the family at robson@nctv.com. Robinson & Son Mortuary, Inc. is assisting the Harrison family.

Levi Allen Hurt

ABBEVILLE — Infant Levi Allen Hurt died Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2006 at Abbeville Area Medical Center. He was the son of Daniel Mason Hurt and Tracy Dawn Turnage. Surviving Levi is his parents; a brother, Daniel Hurt; maternal grandparents, Marlene Mobley and Henry Allen Turnage of Abbeville; and paternal grandparents, B.J. Ferry of Greenwood and Allen Timms of Calhoun Falls. Graveside services will be held Friday, Dec. 22, 2006 at 3 p.m. at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens.
Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.harrisfuneral.com. Harris Funeral Home of Abbeville is assisting the Hurt family.

Rufus Hutchinson Jr.

ABBEVILLE — Rufus Wood Hutchinson, Jr., Lt. Col. USAF Res. Ret., husband of May Robertson Baskin Hutchinson, died Dec. 20, 2006, at Abbeville Area Medical Center.
Born in West Pelzer, South Carolina, he was the son of Rufus Wood Hutchinson, Sr. and Leila Fulmer Hutchinson. A graduate of Easley High School, he attended Furman University, graduated from Oglethorpe University, and pursued graduate work at several universities.
He began his career as a teacher/principal of Berea High School and taught at Greenville Senior High School. He entered the Army Air Corps in January 1942, serving forty-nine months before continuing in the Air Force Reserve for 28 years, retiring with the rank of lieutenant colonel. He also served as assistant professor of Air Science and Tactics at The Citadel.
Following discharge from the service, he worked for the South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department in Charleston, ending as Vocational Rehabilitation Facility Coordinator at the Medical University Hospital. He was co-founder of the National Rehabilitation Counselors Association and was also an active member of Jaycees and Sertoma Club of Charleston.
He was an active member of Lutheran Church of the Redeemer in Charleston, serving on Church Council, as a Sunday School teacher, and representative on the board of the Franke Home for the Aged.
Currently he was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church, Abbeville, serving on the Mission Committee and involved in upkeep and restoration of the church. He was a member of the Abbeville County Museum Board, a docent for the Bowie Art Museum, served as assistant director of the Abbeville-Erskine Elderhostel, and was an honorary alumnus of Erskine College.
Surviving are his wife, two daughters, Jean Robertson Hutchinson of Charleston and Ann Fulmer Hutchinson Waigand (Fred), and two granddaughters, Miriam Baskin Waigand and Anna Hutchinson Waigand, all of Herndon, Virginia.
Funeral services will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church at 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 23, with the Reverend Rilla Holmes officiating. Burial will be in Melrose Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Friends of Trinity P O Box 911 Abbeville, SC 29620. The family will receive friends at the home, 509 N. Main Street, Abbeville, immediately following the service.
Online condolences may be made to the Hutchinson family by visiting www.chandlerjacksonfh.com.
The Chandler-Jackson Funeral Home, Abbeville, is in charge of arrangements.

Marie ‘Shang’ Roundtree

Marie “Shang” Roundtree, 56, wife of Monroe Roundtree, of 104 Cadillac Ct., died Thursday, Dec. 21, 2006 at the Hospice Care of the Piedmont. Born in Ninety Six, SC, she was a daughter of the late James “Buddy” Davis and the late Helen Patton Davis, A member of Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church, she was a church secretary, an O.C. Mass Choir Director and a member of the Missionary Society. She was a member of the Women’s Aide Society No. 104 and the American Legion Auxiliary No. 224. She was a past Worthy Matron for the Mt. Pisgah O.E.S. No. 418. She was presently the Matron of the Eureka District No. 327. She was on the State Palmetto Grand Lodge Matron Council and was of the Herion of Jericho No. 96, St. Mary’s Crusaders No. 3, Daughter of Isis No. 5 and Truth Armatha No. 5. Survivors include her husband of the home; two sons, Carlos Terrell (Kesha) Roundtree of Clinton and Willie Roundtree of the home; two daughters, Teka Roundtree of Greenwood and Jazmin Roundtree of the home; four brothers, Willie Davis of Hope Mills, NC, Alfonzo and Randy Davis, both of Greenwood and Jimmie Davis of Louisiana; four sisters, Mrs. John (Mary) Pope of Ninety Six, Mrs. Ralph (Martha) Wilson of Charleston, Brenda Davis and Carolyn Carter, both of Ninety Six; two grandchildren, Jamiya and Jeremiah Williams, both of Ninety Six; and special friends Mr. Alfred (Robbie) Watson of Greenwood.
Services are 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 24, 2006 at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church, conducted by Pastor Otis Cunningham. Presiding will be the Rev. Joe Greene, assisted by Revs. Mamie Greene, Curtis Bowman, Ricky Oliver and Joseph Caldwell. The body will be placed in the church at 2 p.m. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be the Masonic Lodge No. 419, and flower bearers will be the O.E.S. No. 418. Online condolences may be sent to robson@nctv.com. The family will be at the home. Robinson & Son Mortuary, Inc. is assisting the Roundtree family.

Daisy Stevens

Daisy Coats Stevens, 88, resident of National Health Care of Greenwood and former resident of 510 Watford Avenue, widow of Frank B. Stevens, died Dec. 20, 2006.
Born in Chappells, June 26, 1918, she was a daughter of the late Jefferson Gettys and Jessie Workman Coats. A licensed practical nurse, she was formerly employed by the office of Dr.’s Price and Mobley and was retired from Self Memorial Hospital.
She was a member of Laurel Baptist Church.
Surviving are two sons, Frank B., III and wife, Dessie, Stevens of Ninety Six and Hank E. and wife, Dot, Stevens of Greenwood; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Mrs. Stevens was predeceased by a daughter, Jessie Stevens Kelley.
Graveside services will be conducted at 3 p.m. Friday in Greenwood Memorial Gardens with Rev. Scott Dublin officiating.
The body is at Blyth Funeral Home. The family is at their respective homes and will receive friends at the graveside immediately following the service.
Memorials may be made to Laurel Baptist Church, 330 Sample Road, Greenwood, SC 29649.
For additional information and online condolences please visit www.blythfuneralhome.com.
Blyth Funeral Home & Cremation Services is assisting the Stevens Family.

Bob White

McCORMICK — Robert Franklin “Bob” White, 73, resident of 217 Dockside Court, husband of Margaret Coursey White, died Dec. 21, 2006 at the Hospice House of Greenwood.
Born in Lewistown, Illinois June 8, 1933, he was a son of the late Walter Leigh and Fern Charlotte Henderson White. A US Air Force Veteran having served in the Korean Conflict, he was retired from Bell Telephone Company, now AT&T. He was a member of Telephone Pioneers of America and had been a member of Elks Lodge No. 29 in Peoria, IL where he lived for over 40 years. A volunteer for Habitat for Humanity, Mr. White was very instrumental in establishing and building the Lutheran Church By The Lake where he was a very active member.
Surviving in addition to his wife of 49 years of the home is a sister, Carol Jean Irwin of Springfield, OH; several nieces and nephews; and several great-nieces and great-nephews.
Memorial services will be conducted Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Lutheran Church By The Lake with Reverend Dr. Dick Albert officiating. Private inurnment will be conducted later at Oakbrook Memorial Park.
The family is at the home and will receive friends following the service at the Tara Country Club in Savannah Lakes.
Those desiring may make memorials to Hospice Care of the Piedmont, 408 West Alexander Avenue, Greenwood, SC 29646 or to the Lutheran Church By The Lake, 100 Twelve Oaks Drive, McCormick, SC 29835 in memory of Mr. White.
For additional information and online condolences please visit www.blythfuneralhome.com.
Blyth Funeral Home & Cremation Services is assisting the White family.

CORRECTION

For the obituary of Janie E. Mars Morgan in Thursday’s paper, services are at noon