Please tell all our classmates
Our reunion will be May 4, 2013 at the Municipal Building Conference Center in downtown Aiken. This is the day after the Lobster Race. We will have heavy hors d'oeuvres. Our DJ will be Tony B. who is the radio DJ on the famous Oldies Radio WKSX, 92.7. The exact times will be announced later.
Please tell any classmate you know to reserve this date.
I will have more details as they become available.
We will be using classreport.org Thanks--- Carolyn
Monday, September 10, 2012
Friday, June 10, 2011
Growing Up and Living in Aiken - new book!
New book about Aiken
Allen Riddick, Aiken High School Class of 1974, has written a book titled "Memories of Growing Up and Living in Aiken, SC." The book is a compilation of biographies and stories from people who grew up here or lived in Aiken for many years of their lives. Some of the people who tell their stories are Mrs. Cecelia Johnson McGhee, Mr. Frampton Toole, Jr., Mr. B. Henderson Johnson, Miss Johanna Gibbs, Mr. Lionel "Smitty" Smith, Mrs. Linda Carter Adams, and Mr. Richard Alvanos. There are sections about the coming of the Savannah River Plant, A&W Root Beer Drive-In, Fox Drive-In, the Patricia and Rosemary Theaters, and Scott's Lake.
The book includes great old pictures of our favorite local bands and scenes around town.
The cost is $28, and the book is available in Aiken at:
Tea Garden Gifts
Lionel Smith, Ltd
Tyler's Tire
Unique Expressions
Aiken Office Supply
If you are local, Allen has book signings Saturday, June 11, at Aiken Office Supply, 1-3 pm
and Saturday, June 18, at Unique Expressions, 1-4 pm
If you're out of town, call Allen at 803-649-6050 to purchase.
Allen Riddick, Aiken High School Class of 1974, has written a book titled "Memories of Growing Up and Living in Aiken, SC." The book is a compilation of biographies and stories from people who grew up here or lived in Aiken for many years of their lives. Some of the people who tell their stories are Mrs. Cecelia Johnson McGhee, Mr. Frampton Toole, Jr., Mr. B. Henderson Johnson, Miss Johanna Gibbs, Mr. Lionel "Smitty" Smith, Mrs. Linda Carter Adams, and Mr. Richard Alvanos. There are sections about the coming of the Savannah River Plant, A&W Root Beer Drive-In, Fox Drive-In, the Patricia and Rosemary Theaters, and Scott's Lake.
The book includes great old pictures of our favorite local bands and scenes around town.
The cost is $28, and the book is available in Aiken at:
Tea Garden Gifts
Lionel Smith, Ltd
Tyler's Tire
Unique Expressions
Aiken Office Supply
If you are local, Allen has book signings Saturday, June 11, at Aiken Office Supply, 1-3 pm
and Saturday, June 18, at Unique Expressions, 1-4 pm
If you're out of town, call Allen at 803-649-6050 to purchase.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Sad News --- Judy Lail
ASHEVILLE, N.C. -- Judy Elizabeth Lail, 60, slipped away May 19, 2010, at St. Joseph's Hospital, Asheville, N.C., after several months of failing health. She leaves behind a sister, LuAnne Johnson of Cocoa, Fla., and a brother, Ken Lail of Maggie Valley, N.C., and their families, as well as many, many loving friends. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, May 23, 2010, at 3 p.m. at Swannanoa United Methodist Church, Swannanoa, N.C. An online registry is available at www.ashevillemortuaryservices.com.
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Posting News - Contact me
I will post news of classmates. You can email me at Carolyn.nichols@gmail.com.
If news is left out, please let me know and I will post it.
Thanks,
Carolyn
If news is left out, please let me know and I will post it.
Thanks,
Carolyn
More Sad News - Jeff Brelsford
George William Brelsford VI
A service celebrating the life of Dr. George William (Jeff) Brelsford VI will be held on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009, at 11:30 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Aiken.
Dr. Jeff Brelsford, who was born June 7, 1950, in Bridgeton, N.J., to Patricia Murphy Brelsford and the late George W. Brelsford V, died Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009, at his childhood residence in Aiken. Jeff graduated from Aiken High School in 1968 and graduated from The Citadel as salutatorian with a Bachelor of Science in chemistry May 20, 1972. He continued his studies at the Medical University of South Carolina where he graduated in 1976 as a Doctor of Medicine. Jeff did his residency in family practice at the Floyd Medical Center in Rome, Ga., from 1976-79 where he was appointed chief resident. In July 1979, he established a private practice in Augusta and served the Humana Hospital in the Department of Family Medicine until 1991. He continued his service with the Department of Emergency Medicine at Ty Cobb Hospital, Hart County Hospital and Washington County Hospital until 1995. For the past 14 years he had resided in Rincon, Ga., initially serving the community as the medical director of Effingham Urgent Care Center through 2000. In July 2000 he established a private practice in Rincon and was asked to serve as chief of staff at the Effingham Hospital where he had served two concurrent terms beginning July 2005. In addition to serving the hospital, Jeff devoted his life to caring for others as a family practitioner in Rincon, Ga., until May 2009 when poor health forced him to discontinue his medical service to his beloved community.
Sister Jayme Brelsford Moyle and father George W. Brelsford V, predeceased Dr. Brelsford. He is survived by his mother Patricia of Aiken; sisters, Kathleen B. French of Great Falls, Va., Robin B. Landes of Boca Raton, Fla., and Debra B. Kinder of Columbia; nephews, Jim French III, David Kinder Jr. and Clif Kinder II; and nieces, Elizabeth Landes, Chandler French and Jessica McKinney.
Honorary pallbearers are Dr. Phillip Gaillard, Mr. Dallas Lee, Mr. Mason Sanders, Mr. Charlie Simmons, Mr. Michael Chesser, Mr. Tom Moore and Mr. Nicholas Rangos. The family will receive friends at a reception immediately following the service.
The family would like to express their gratitude to Mrs. Latrelle Andrews for her devoted service, support and friendship as Dr. Brelsford's office manager for the past nine years. In addition, the family would like to thank Regency Hospice, Especially Seniors, Dr. Leonard Browder Sr. and Dr. Leonard Browder Jr. for their expertise and kindness in meeting Jeff's needs throughout the final days of his illness.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Dr. Jeff Brelsford Memorial Fund at Effingham Community Hospital, Attn: Administration, P.O. Box 386, Springfield, GA 31329.
Expressions of sympathy for the Brelsford family may be left at www.georgefuneralhomes.com.
A service celebrating the life of Dr. George William (Jeff) Brelsford VI will be held on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009, at 11:30 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Aiken.
Dr. Jeff Brelsford, who was born June 7, 1950, in Bridgeton, N.J., to Patricia Murphy Brelsford and the late George W. Brelsford V, died Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009, at his childhood residence in Aiken. Jeff graduated from Aiken High School in 1968 and graduated from The Citadel as salutatorian with a Bachelor of Science in chemistry May 20, 1972. He continued his studies at the Medical University of South Carolina where he graduated in 1976 as a Doctor of Medicine. Jeff did his residency in family practice at the Floyd Medical Center in Rome, Ga., from 1976-79 where he was appointed chief resident. In July 1979, he established a private practice in Augusta and served the Humana Hospital in the Department of Family Medicine until 1991. He continued his service with the Department of Emergency Medicine at Ty Cobb Hospital, Hart County Hospital and Washington County Hospital until 1995. For the past 14 years he had resided in Rincon, Ga., initially serving the community as the medical director of Effingham Urgent Care Center through 2000. In July 2000 he established a private practice in Rincon and was asked to serve as chief of staff at the Effingham Hospital where he had served two concurrent terms beginning July 2005. In addition to serving the hospital, Jeff devoted his life to caring for others as a family practitioner in Rincon, Ga., until May 2009 when poor health forced him to discontinue his medical service to his beloved community.
Sister Jayme Brelsford Moyle and father George W. Brelsford V, predeceased Dr. Brelsford. He is survived by his mother Patricia of Aiken; sisters, Kathleen B. French of Great Falls, Va., Robin B. Landes of Boca Raton, Fla., and Debra B. Kinder of Columbia; nephews, Jim French III, David Kinder Jr. and Clif Kinder II; and nieces, Elizabeth Landes, Chandler French and Jessica McKinney.
Honorary pallbearers are Dr. Phillip Gaillard, Mr. Dallas Lee, Mr. Mason Sanders, Mr. Charlie Simmons, Mr. Michael Chesser, Mr. Tom Moore and Mr. Nicholas Rangos. The family will receive friends at a reception immediately following the service.
The family would like to express their gratitude to Mrs. Latrelle Andrews for her devoted service, support and friendship as Dr. Brelsford's office manager for the past nine years. In addition, the family would like to thank Regency Hospice, Especially Seniors, Dr. Leonard Browder Sr. and Dr. Leonard Browder Jr. for their expertise and kindness in meeting Jeff's needs throughout the final days of his illness.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Dr. Jeff Brelsford Memorial Fund at Effingham Community Hospital, Attn: Administration, P.O. Box 386, Springfield, GA 31329.
Expressions of sympathy for the Brelsford family may be left at www.georgefuneralhomes.com.
Sad News - Classmate Perry Allen Greene
Perry Allen Greene
Graveside services for Mr. Perry Allen Greene, 59, of Gray Mare Hollow Road, Aiken, who entered into rest Aug. 9, 2009, will be conducted Thursday morning at 10 a.m. in Southlawn Cemetery with full military honors.
Mr. Greene was a lifelong resident of Aiken County and a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church. He was a retired warrant officer in the U.S. Army with 23 years of service and employed in the training department at the Savannah River Site.
Survivors include his wife of 39 years, Joan Boyd Greene; a son, Donald Owens Greene II, San Diego, Calif.; a daughter and son-in-law, Tanya and Bill Tomory of New Ellenton; his parents, Don and Ella Greene of Aiken; a brother and sister in-law, Lonnie and Lorri Greene of Aiken; two sisters, Lisa Greene of North Carolina and Donna DeMedicis of Warrenville; five grandchildren, Christopher Greene, Ethan Tomory, Melinda Greene, Mason Greene and Christian DeClaro; and a nephew, Kevin Flowers of New Ellenton.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday evening from 6 until 8 p.m.
Memorials may be made to the SRP Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 3694, Aiken, SC 29802.
Posey Funeral Directors of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (278-1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com.
Friday, July 3, 2009
Condolences to Roger Gaddy
Louise Parker Gaddy
(October 23, 1923 - July 1, 2009)
CLINTON, SC - Mrs. Louise P. Gaddy, 85, died Wednesday, July 1, 2009 in Clinton, SC.
Interment will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday in Aiken Memorial Gardens, followed by a memorial service at 3:00 PM at First Presbyterian Church. Revered Dr. David Cozad will officiate. The family will receive friends following the service in the Fellowship Hall.
Mrs. Gaddy was born in La Fayette, AL, a daughter of the late John and Irene Stewart Parker. She was a former school teacher, and was one of the first two lady elders at First Presbyterian Church in Aiken. She also taught Sunday School. She moved to Clinton, SC in March of 2001.
Survivors include her beloved husband, Rufus H. Gaddy; two sons, Roger (Beth) Gaddy, MD, Winnsboro, SC, Donald (Raye) Gaddy, Birmingham, AL.; four grandchildren, Bryant L. Gaddy Byrne, MD, Parker M. Gaddy, Jeffrey R. Gaddy, Jaclyn E. Gaddy; a sister in law, Bobbie Rhinehart Parker, Montgomery, AL.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Nancy Louise Gaddy Walker, and a grandson, Robert Kyle Walker, MD.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to First Presbyterian Church, 224 Barnwell Ave., Aiken, SC 29801, or the Presbyterian Home, 801 Musgrove Street, Clinton, SC 29325.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to the nurses and staff at the Presbyterian Home in Clinton for the care and attention given to their mother and wife.
Please visit Mrs. Gaddy's online guest book at www.shellhousefuneralhome.com.
Shellhouse Funeral Home, Inc.,, 924 Hayne Ave., Aiken, SC
(October 23, 1923 - July 1, 2009)
CLINTON, SC - Mrs. Louise P. Gaddy, 85, died Wednesday, July 1, 2009 in Clinton, SC.
Interment will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday in Aiken Memorial Gardens, followed by a memorial service at 3:00 PM at First Presbyterian Church. Revered Dr. David Cozad will officiate. The family will receive friends following the service in the Fellowship Hall.
Mrs. Gaddy was born in La Fayette, AL, a daughter of the late John and Irene Stewart Parker. She was a former school teacher, and was one of the first two lady elders at First Presbyterian Church in Aiken. She also taught Sunday School. She moved to Clinton, SC in March of 2001.
Survivors include her beloved husband, Rufus H. Gaddy; two sons, Roger (Beth) Gaddy, MD, Winnsboro, SC, Donald (Raye) Gaddy, Birmingham, AL.; four grandchildren, Bryant L. Gaddy Byrne, MD, Parker M. Gaddy, Jeffrey R. Gaddy, Jaclyn E. Gaddy; a sister in law, Bobbie Rhinehart Parker, Montgomery, AL.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Nancy Louise Gaddy Walker, and a grandson, Robert Kyle Walker, MD.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to First Presbyterian Church, 224 Barnwell Ave., Aiken, SC 29801, or the Presbyterian Home, 801 Musgrove Street, Clinton, SC 29325.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to the nurses and staff at the Presbyterian Home in Clinton for the care and attention given to their mother and wife.
Please visit Mrs. Gaddy's online guest book at www.shellhousefuneralhome.com.
Shellhouse Funeral Home, Inc.,, 924 Hayne Ave., Aiken, SC
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Condolences to Annette Bryson Penix
Margaret Moon Bryson was born on June 6, 1929 and passed away on March 31, 2009 from complications due to colon surgery. She was a loving mother to Annette Bryson Penix (Richard), Aiken, SC, Steve Bryson, Aiken, SC, Phil Bryson (Denise), Pleasanton, CA and Kim Howell (Rich), Warrenville, SC. She was a wonderful and caring grandmother to Shelley Malinski, Devan Howell, Heather Juarez, Matthew Howell and Abby Howell. She was a devoted sister to Betty Brown, Valdosta, GA and aunt to Marcia Felts (Gene) and Anita McDuffie (John).
Margaret had worked for DuPont at the Savannah River Site until her retirement in 1988. She was an avid member of South Aiken Baptist Church.
Visitation will be at 2:00pm on Sunday, April 5, 2009 at South Aiken Baptist Church with the funeral at 3:00pm. Graveside service will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to South Aiken Baptist Church, 980 Doughtery Rd. Aiken, SC 29803.
Margaret had worked for DuPont at the Savannah River Site until her retirement in 1988. She was an avid member of South Aiken Baptist Church.
Visitation will be at 2:00pm on Sunday, April 5, 2009 at South Aiken Baptist Church with the funeral at 3:00pm. Graveside service will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to South Aiken Baptist Church, 980 Doughtery Rd. Aiken, SC 29803.
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Sandra LeBert's Mother - Our Condolences
A Funeral Mass for Mrs. Eileen Caldwell LeBert was celebrated on Tuesday, December 30, 2008 at 11am at St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church. Pallbearers were members of the Knights of Columbus. Interment followed at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Mrs. LeBert, 86, of Aiken, died Friday, December 26, 2008 at her residence.
A daughter of the late Francis Wilson Watson Caldwell and Mary Ellen Mineham Caldwell, she was born in Stockton-on-Tees, England and before moving to Aiken in 1954, had lived in Orange, TX. Eileen chose to stay at home to raise her three children. She was a Communicant of Saint Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church and had been a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus, Msgr. George Lewis Smith Council #3684, Aiken. She also had volunteered at the Golden Harvest Food Bank and the Aiken Children's Rehabilitation Center.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Lt. Col. Sanroy Joseph "Jim" LeBert, USAF, ret. who died in 2004, and two sisters. She is survived by two sons; Robert Francis LeBert, New Ellenton, SC and Ronald Joseph LeBert, North Augusta, SC, a daughter; Sandra Eileen LeBert, Aiken and six grandchildren.
Mrs. LeBert, 86, of Aiken, died Friday, December 26, 2008 at her residence.
A daughter of the late Francis Wilson Watson Caldwell and Mary Ellen Mineham Caldwell, she was born in Stockton-on-Tees, England and before moving to Aiken in 1954, had lived in Orange, TX. Eileen chose to stay at home to raise her three children. She was a Communicant of Saint Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church and had been a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Knights of Columbus, Msgr. George Lewis Smith Council #3684, Aiken. She also had volunteered at the Golden Harvest Food Bank and the Aiken Children's Rehabilitation Center.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Lt. Col. Sanroy Joseph "Jim" LeBert, USAF, ret. who died in 2004, and two sisters. She is survived by two sons; Robert Francis LeBert, New Ellenton, SC and Ronald Joseph LeBert, North Augusta, SC, a daughter; Sandra Eileen LeBert, Aiken and six grandchildren.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
More Sad News - Kathryn Ray White
Kathryn Ray White
ATHENS, Tenn. -- Kathryn R. White, beloved wife of W. Larry White for 32 years, died on Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008, in an automobile accident on the Interstate near her home in Athens, Tenn. A service will be held on Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Athens at the Ziegler Funeral Home (visitation 5-7 p.m.), and a memorial service is planned for Friday at 3 p.m. at St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church in Aiken. The family will receive friends at the church after the service in Aiken. Mrs. White was born Kathryn Richmond Ray on May 19, 1950, in Clinton, Iowa, a daughter of Elizabeth K. Ray and the late Dennie E. Ray Jr. of Aiken. She taught in the Aiken County schools. She had lived in Athens for more than 20 years. A longtime employee of the Internal Revenue Service in Chattanooga, she received recognition for compassion as well as efficiency. She was a graduate of Aiken High School (1968) and the University of Wyoming (1972). Besides her husband and mother, her survivors include her sister, C. Claiborne Ray of Brooklyn, N.Y.; her brother, Stanford E. Ray (and Cynthia) of Sumter, and their children, Deanna R. Guyton of Raleigh, N.C., and Samantha Leigh Ray of Seymour, Tenn.; her aunts, Ruth R. Ray and Harriet H. Smith; her first cousins, Monta Jean Ramirez-Smith and Franklin S. Smith; and many other cousins, nieces and nephews. The family suggests contributions to Aiken SPCA or another charity.
ATHENS, Tenn. -- Kathryn R. White, beloved wife of W. Larry White for 32 years, died on Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008, in an automobile accident on the Interstate near her home in Athens, Tenn. A service will be held on Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Athens at the Ziegler Funeral Home (visitation 5-7 p.m.), and a memorial service is planned for Friday at 3 p.m. at St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church in Aiken. The family will receive friends at the church after the service in Aiken. Mrs. White was born Kathryn Richmond Ray on May 19, 1950, in Clinton, Iowa, a daughter of Elizabeth K. Ray and the late Dennie E. Ray Jr. of Aiken. She taught in the Aiken County schools. She had lived in Athens for more than 20 years. A longtime employee of the Internal Revenue Service in Chattanooga, she received recognition for compassion as well as efficiency. She was a graduate of Aiken High School (1968) and the University of Wyoming (1972). Besides her husband and mother, her survivors include her sister, C. Claiborne Ray of Brooklyn, N.Y.; her brother, Stanford E. Ray (and Cynthia) of Sumter, and their children, Deanna R. Guyton of Raleigh, N.C., and Samantha Leigh Ray of Seymour, Tenn.; her aunts, Ruth R. Ray and Harriet H. Smith; her first cousins, Monta Jean Ramirez-Smith and Franklin S. Smith; and many other cousins, nieces and nephews. The family suggests contributions to Aiken SPCA or another charity.
Sad News - Cheryl Olsen's Mother
Crystal Andreasen Olsen
Crystal Andreasen Olsen of Aiken went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008. Born in Bay Ridge Brooklyn, N.Y., on July 30, 1918, to Norwegian immigrants Andreas Arthur Andreasen and Andrea Larsen Andreasen, Crystal was additionally welcomed by her one and only sibling and lifelong friend, Evelyn Grace. Her loving childhood family life revolved around the Norwegian Evangelical Free Church. She attended New York City public schools and graduated from Business College. For five years, Crystal commuted by subway to work on Wall Street in Manhattan where she was employed as a comptometer operator for the Waterworks Company of New York. In the summer of 1936, Crystal met Lloyd Thomas Olsen, a fellow Norwegian and member of a sister church, while attending a church camp meeting. When he heard her name, he exclaimed, "With those bright sparkling eyes, your name is very appropriate!" The couple courted for five years. Wedding bells rang out on Oct. 25, 1941.
Within the next decade, Crystal moved seven times. Her four beloved children were each born in a different state: eldest daughter Crystal Marie in Morgantown, W.V., son Lloyd Thomas Jr. in Richland, Wa., daughter Karen Andrea in Wilmington, Del., and youngest daughter Cheryl Lynn in Martinsville, Va.
Lloyd's assignment with DuPont as supervisor of construction of the "bomb plant" at SRP brought Crystal, kids, kitty cats and collie dog to Aiken on Jan. 2, 1952. This lovely Southern town turned out to be the perfect place to make a home and raise a family. Crystal was a faithful steward of her time, talents and money. As a woman of God, she joyfully gave to her family, church and community.
As a faithful member of Aiken First Baptist Church, Crystal taught Sunday school, sang in the Sanctuary Choir, lead Vacation Bible School, joined Missions Round Table/Circle Group, directed the Young Women's Auxiliary and supported Acteens Mission Group. Crystal's God-given gifts shone through her longtime participation with the Hostess Committee where she served others in times of sorrow and celebration. Crystal grew especially close to her dear friends and sisters in Christ in the Barbara Smith Sunday school class. Crystal's community involvement through the years included the Lioness Club, the Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary, the Mended Hearts Club, Country Gardeners, Town and Country Club, Sunday-Monday Club, A.C.T.S., Aiken County Republican Party, PTA and booster club. Throughout her lifetime, Crystal cultivated a beautiful garden of friendships and nurtured a strong love throughout her family. She delighted in entertaining guests and was a renowned hostess and cook. Her Norwegian pancakes, cookies and wedding cakes were her specialty.
She shared her numerous needlework creations with her friends and family. She was also a fitness example, avid walker, golfer, sports enthusiast and bridge player. Crystal and Lloyd, the love of her life and husband for nearly 50 years, traveled around the world. They ventured to destinations such as Greece, Italy, China, Israel, Germany, France, India and Hawaii. Among the many countries they visited, the most meaningful journey was to Norway, "The Land of the Midnight Sun" birthplace of their parents. Crystal is preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Andrea; her sister, Evelyn and her husband, Lloyd. She is survived by her children, Crystal Marie Swann and spouse, John Swann, L. Thomas Olsen and wife, Sheryl Olsen, Karen Andrea Edwards and spouse, James Edwards, and Cheryl Lynn Rafter and Richard Rafter; and 20 grandchildren who called her "Grandma Crystal;" and 16 great-grandchildren who call her "Bestemor," the Norwegian name for Grandmother, commemorate her life. "Miss Olsen" is also honored by her loyal, hardworking friend and honorary family member, Lester Hollingsworth.
The memorial service to celebrate the life of Crystal A. Olsen will be held on Sunday, Nov. 9 at 2 p.m. in the sanctuary of the First Baptist Church of Aiken. The members of the Barbara Smith Sunday school class will serve as honorary pallbearers at her memorial service. The family will receive friends in the church parlor following the ceremony.
Even in death she exemplified a life of servant hood. As requested, her body was donated to the Medical College of Georgia for organ and tissue transplants and for medical research.
Memorials may be made to: First Baptist Church for Missions, 120 Chesterfield St. N., Aiken, S.C. 29801, 648-5476; The Salvation Army, 322 Gayle Ave. N.W., Aiken, S.C. 29801, 648-0461; and Regency Hospice, 105 Summerwood Way, Suite D, Aiken, S.C., 20803, 648-2117.
Crystal Andreasen Olsen: joyfully hospitable - creatively industrious - faithfully virtuous - remarkably optimistic
Crystal Andreasen Olsen of Aiken went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2008. Born in Bay Ridge Brooklyn, N.Y., on July 30, 1918, to Norwegian immigrants Andreas Arthur Andreasen and Andrea Larsen Andreasen, Crystal was additionally welcomed by her one and only sibling and lifelong friend, Evelyn Grace. Her loving childhood family life revolved around the Norwegian Evangelical Free Church. She attended New York City public schools and graduated from Business College. For five years, Crystal commuted by subway to work on Wall Street in Manhattan where she was employed as a comptometer operator for the Waterworks Company of New York. In the summer of 1936, Crystal met Lloyd Thomas Olsen, a fellow Norwegian and member of a sister church, while attending a church camp meeting. When he heard her name, he exclaimed, "With those bright sparkling eyes, your name is very appropriate!" The couple courted for five years. Wedding bells rang out on Oct. 25, 1941.
Within the next decade, Crystal moved seven times. Her four beloved children were each born in a different state: eldest daughter Crystal Marie in Morgantown, W.V., son Lloyd Thomas Jr. in Richland, Wa., daughter Karen Andrea in Wilmington, Del., and youngest daughter Cheryl Lynn in Martinsville, Va.
Lloyd's assignment with DuPont as supervisor of construction of the "bomb plant" at SRP brought Crystal, kids, kitty cats and collie dog to Aiken on Jan. 2, 1952. This lovely Southern town turned out to be the perfect place to make a home and raise a family. Crystal was a faithful steward of her time, talents and money. As a woman of God, she joyfully gave to her family, church and community.
As a faithful member of Aiken First Baptist Church, Crystal taught Sunday school, sang in the Sanctuary Choir, lead Vacation Bible School, joined Missions Round Table/Circle Group, directed the Young Women's Auxiliary and supported Acteens Mission Group. Crystal's God-given gifts shone through her longtime participation with the Hostess Committee where she served others in times of sorrow and celebration. Crystal grew especially close to her dear friends and sisters in Christ in the Barbara Smith Sunday school class. Crystal's community involvement through the years included the Lioness Club, the Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary, the Mended Hearts Club, Country Gardeners, Town and Country Club, Sunday-Monday Club, A.C.T.S., Aiken County Republican Party, PTA and booster club. Throughout her lifetime, Crystal cultivated a beautiful garden of friendships and nurtured a strong love throughout her family. She delighted in entertaining guests and was a renowned hostess and cook. Her Norwegian pancakes, cookies and wedding cakes were her specialty.
She shared her numerous needlework creations with her friends and family. She was also a fitness example, avid walker, golfer, sports enthusiast and bridge player. Crystal and Lloyd, the love of her life and husband for nearly 50 years, traveled around the world. They ventured to destinations such as Greece, Italy, China, Israel, Germany, France, India and Hawaii. Among the many countries they visited, the most meaningful journey was to Norway, "The Land of the Midnight Sun" birthplace of their parents. Crystal is preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Andrea; her sister, Evelyn and her husband, Lloyd. She is survived by her children, Crystal Marie Swann and spouse, John Swann, L. Thomas Olsen and wife, Sheryl Olsen, Karen Andrea Edwards and spouse, James Edwards, and Cheryl Lynn Rafter and Richard Rafter; and 20 grandchildren who called her "Grandma Crystal;" and 16 great-grandchildren who call her "Bestemor," the Norwegian name for Grandmother, commemorate her life. "Miss Olsen" is also honored by her loyal, hardworking friend and honorary family member, Lester Hollingsworth.
The memorial service to celebrate the life of Crystal A. Olsen will be held on Sunday, Nov. 9 at 2 p.m. in the sanctuary of the First Baptist Church of Aiken. The members of the Barbara Smith Sunday school class will serve as honorary pallbearers at her memorial service. The family will receive friends in the church parlor following the ceremony.
Even in death she exemplified a life of servant hood. As requested, her body was donated to the Medical College of Georgia for organ and tissue transplants and for medical research.
Memorials may be made to: First Baptist Church for Missions, 120 Chesterfield St. N., Aiken, S.C. 29801, 648-5476; The Salvation Army, 322 Gayle Ave. N.W., Aiken, S.C. 29801, 648-0461; and Regency Hospice, 105 Summerwood Way, Suite D, Aiken, S.C., 20803, 648-2117.
Crystal Andreasen Olsen: joyfully hospitable - creatively industrious - faithfully virtuous - remarkably optimistic
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Letter from Pamela Donovan Hawkins
Dear Friends and Family,
For those of you who I have not contacted personally, I wanted you to know we have sold the house and will be leaving on July 24 to go to Louisville, Ky. and then to Denver in hopes of finding a house. We will return on August 6, close the house on August 8 and leave Barnwell on August 11. We will probably head to Edisto for a week before the trek across country. Because we will not be around, we are disconnecting our home phone on July 24th.
We will be available via cell: Bo-803.671.0426. Pamela-803.671.2562. As soon as we have a permanent address, we will get that info out. In the meantime, nothing beats the e-mail and/or cell phone. For now, we will keep the SC Alltel, so we are free to our Alltel friends. Remember the 2 hour difference; if you wait to call me at 9:00 in SC, it will be 7:00 in Denver, so a great time to call.
Keep us in your prayers and thoughts as we look for a house and drive west. Pray for the POD to protect our valuables and memories. Hope to hear from you soon!
Love, Pamela
Pamela Donovan Hawkins
For those of you who I have not contacted personally, I wanted you to know we have sold the house and will be leaving on July 24 to go to Louisville, Ky. and then to Denver in hopes of finding a house. We will return on August 6, close the house on August 8 and leave Barnwell on August 11. We will probably head to Edisto for a week before the trek across country. Because we will not be around, we are disconnecting our home phone on July 24th.
We will be available via cell: Bo-803.671.0426. Pamela-803.671.2562. As soon as we have a permanent address, we will get that info out. In the meantime, nothing beats the e-mail and/or cell phone. For now, we will keep the SC Alltel, so we are free to our Alltel friends. Remember the 2 hour difference; if you wait to call me at 9:00 in SC, it will be 7:00 in Denver, so a great time to call.
Keep us in your prayers and thoughts as we look for a house and drive west. Pray for the POD to protect our valuables and memories. Hope to hear from you soon!
Love, Pamela
Pamela Donovan Hawkins
Friday, June 6, 2008
Permission to reproduce reunion photos
I hear that some businesses will not make copies of the reunion/lobster race photos unless you have permission. Please consider this post as your permission to copy or print any photos appearing in this blog and the google photo albums/slideshows.
Thanks - Carolyn Nichols
Thanks - Carolyn Nichols
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
From Tamla Stewart Pridgen......
Dear Members of the Class of 68,
I can’t begin to describe how rewarding it was to be with you all on Saturday night. All of you that I met welcomed me with open arms and kind words about my mom, Jamie Bell Stewart. We shared many laughs and some tears…..one of my favorite lines from Steel Magnolias is this…..laughter through tears is one of my favorite emotions! So true! I can’t imagine how wonderful high school must have been for my mom being surrounded by such wonderful friends. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for making those years so wonderful for her. And I thank you for sharing stories and memories with me so freely on Saturday.
While my trip from MD was a long one, it was worth every single mile to spend the evening with you. Now I know with certainty from my own experience that is was….
Never So Great As 68!
With love and blessings,
Tamla Stewart Pridgen
I can’t begin to describe how rewarding it was to be with you all on Saturday night. All of you that I met welcomed me with open arms and kind words about my mom, Jamie Bell Stewart. We shared many laughs and some tears…..one of my favorite lines from Steel Magnolias is this…..laughter through tears is one of my favorite emotions! So true! I can’t imagine how wonderful high school must have been for my mom being surrounded by such wonderful friends. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for making those years so wonderful for her. And I thank you for sharing stories and memories with me so freely on Saturday.
While my trip from MD was a long one, it was worth every single mile to spend the evening with you. Now I know with certainty from my own experience that is was….
Never So Great As 68!
With love and blessings,
Tamla Stewart Pridgen
Sunday, May 4, 2008
Well, the reunion is over.....
Hey guys,
The reunion was a lot of fun. It was so nice seeing everyone. Just a couple of things..... If I had it to do over, I'd let you each have your own name tag to start with. The little mixer game didn't work out as well as I thought it would.
Thanks for your efforts though. The second thing.. I need to apologize to Debbie Berrie. I have no idea how I did it, but I put Paula Heath's picture on her name tag. Sorry Debbie.
Several people took pictures and videos and we will be posting them as soon as I get my hands on them.
Thanks to everyone who attended. Your presence helped make this a great reunion.
We've had a lot of people thank the committee for a great reunion, but I want to say that what made it so wonderful was that you were there. Thanks for that.
The reunion was a lot of fun. It was so nice seeing everyone. Just a couple of things..... If I had it to do over, I'd let you each have your own name tag to start with. The little mixer game didn't work out as well as I thought it would.
Thanks for your efforts though. The second thing.. I need to apologize to Debbie Berrie. I have no idea how I did it, but I put Paula Heath's picture on her name tag. Sorry Debbie.
Several people took pictures and videos and we will be posting them as soon as I get my hands on them.
Thanks to everyone who attended. Your presence helped make this a great reunion.
We've had a lot of people thank the committee for a great reunion, but I want to say that what made it so wonderful was that you were there. Thanks for that.
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Dawn Bass Carr sent this picture....
Dawn says ..... Can anyone help identify these children?
Millbrook Elementary First Grade..1955-56
(Look at the bottom of this page for a larger view)
Millbrook Elementary First Grade..1955-56
(Look at the bottom of this page for a larger view)
Letter from Danny Brinkley..... received 4/30/08
Dear Carolyn:
I am so disappointed to have to tell you that I will not be able to attend our 40th High School Reunion. I am really sad about this as I have never once missed a single reunion. However, this year something very important, concerning my foundation, The Twilight Brigade (www.thetwilightbrigade.com) has come up, and I must take care of it, instead. I want you to let everyone that attends to know that I love them very much! I am so glad we made it this far. Please know that I truly appreciate the hard work it took to put this reunion together.
See you all at the 45th!
With love and purpose,
Danny and Kathryn\
PS I have attached a picture of me and Kathryn for you to post on the site. Thank you so very much.
I am so disappointed to have to tell you that I will not be able to attend our 40th High School Reunion. I am really sad about this as I have never once missed a single reunion. However, this year something very important, concerning my foundation, The Twilight Brigade (www.thetwilightbrigade.com) has come up, and I must take care of it, instead. I want you to let everyone that attends to know that I love them very much! I am so glad we made it this far. Please know that I truly appreciate the hard work it took to put this reunion together.
See you all at the 45th!
With love and purpose,
Danny and Kathryn\
PS I have attached a picture of me and Kathryn for you to post on the site. Thank you so very much.
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Lobster Trainers??
Chuck Booker invites any of you from the Class of 1968 who would like to be Assistant Lobster Trainers to come on out to the Lobster Race, May 2 and help. We'll meet on the sidewalk in front of Aiken Brewing Company at 6:30 p.m. We want Miss Aiken High 1968 to be a well-trained lobster.
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Update.... Pamela Donovan Hawkins
I check once a week to catch the updates, and I am thrilled to read about everyone. I have been an English teacher for 29 years, and I retired last year to move to Denver where Celeste (my daughter) and her family (two boys) live. My husband, Bo, and I have another grandson in Greenville.However, my house in Barnwell has not sold, so I went back to work in Oct.Thanks to all of you who e-mailed to catch up! See you May 3!
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Another update... Robert Kuntze
Bob Kuntze lives in Coto de Caza, California. He says: "Still working in the automotive industry for Kia Motors America as Director of Sales Operations. Retirement is not on the horizon."
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