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     John Raymond Arnold John R. “Pete” Arnold, 75, of Lancaster, died Sunday, May 3, following a long illness. A Lancaster resident since 1970, Pete was the eldest of four children of the late George T. and Cris Nunn Arnold. He moved from his home state of West Virginia to join the history faculty at the University of South Carolina at Lancaster and was named the school’s “Outstanding Professor” in 1971-72. During his 24-year tenure, he rose from assistant professor to Dean, the top administrative position. He served as Dean from 1982 to 1994, when he retired at the age of 55. He subsequently was named both Distinguished Professor Emeritus of History and Dean Emeritus of the USCL campus. A month after Pete’s retirement, Gov. Carroll Campbell awarded him The Order of the Palmetto, the state’s highest civilian honor for lifetime achievements and contributions to South Carolina. The General Assembly that same month passed a resolution of appreciation “for his outstanding service to higher education.” Born in Ingram Branch, WV, on May 30, 1939, he grew up in Beckley, WV, where he graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1957. He earned a B.S. degree in education from Concord College in Athens, WV, in 1961, and a Master of Arts degree in American and European history from Marshall University in 1964. He also completed post graduate work in educational administration from Marshall University. From 1961 until the summer of 1970, he taught history, civics and speech at the junior high and high school levels, served as the assistant principal of Man (WV) High School, and as the Director of the Logan (WV) campus of Marshall University. He was actively involved in the Lancaster community in organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce, the Boy Scouts of America, the Council of the Arts, the Society of Historical Preservation, the United Way, the Elliott White Springs Memorial Hospital, the Mental Health Association, and the American Heart Association. He also was a 40-year member and officer of the Rotary Club and a long-time member of the First United Methodist Church. Pete was a popular speaker and master of ceremonies for a variety of audiences, and perhaps more than anything else, he was known by his friends for his wit, his ever-present sense of humor, and for his love of music -- especially folk, country, and Bluegrass. He helped organize, sponsor and bring many individual performers and groups to Lancaster, and for a few years participated in a quartet that included Julie Roberts, when she was a USCL student. Survivors from the closely knit family he loved dearly include a brother, Dr. George T. Arnold, of Lancaster; a sister, Patty Arnold Noll, and her husband, Alan, of Lancaster; a sister, Marilyn Arnold Meyers, and her husband, Rich, of Tampa, FL; and his former wife, Jackie Lee Arnold, of Lancaster. Additional survivors include nieces Renee S. Noll, Alexandria Carter and her husband, Rick, Britney Smith, Taylor Smith, and Audrey Noll; nephews Craig Arnold Noll and his wife, Jenn, Zack Amick, and Ashton McGuire; three aunts, one uncle, and numerous cousins. Entombment will be in Mausoleum B at Sunset Memorial Park in Beckley, WV.² He was buried at Sunset Memorial Park, Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.^2,3 He and Jackie Lee Strickler were divorced.² John Raymond Arnold was born on May 30, 1939 at Ingram Branch, Fayette Co., West Virginia.² He married Jackie Lee Strickler, daughter of Jackson Carter "Jack" Strickler and Nancy Margaret Fuller, on May 19, 1962 at Pearisburg, Giles Co., Virginia.¹ John Raymond Arnold died on May 3, 2015 at Lancaster, Lancaster Co., South Carolina, at age 75.²

     Dennis Ray Blevins was buried at Rose Lawn Cemetery, Marion, Smyth Co., Virginia.⁴ He Dennis Ray Blevins, May 31, 1939 - December 27, 2020. Dennis R. Blevins, 81, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020, at his home in Marion, VA. Dennis was well known for his association/employment at Mouldings, Inc. with Tom Rash, Woodgrain, Millwork with Robb Hitch, and Bradley’s Funeral Home with Tim, Trevor, Bill, and Kennard. However, one of his proudest accomplishments was his work with the Planning Commission, achieving zoning for Smyth County. He was predeceased by his mother and father, Mattie Weaver Blevins and Garfield Blevins; his oldest brother, Joseph D. Blevins & wife Connie; his sister, Doris Testerman and husband, Charlie; and his brother, Weaver Rex Blevins & wife Betty. He is survived by his wife, Marie Wyatt Blevins; they spent a lifetime together; his son, Jarrod ‘Clay’ Blevins and wife Cindy and granddaughters Reilly and Ashlinn of Christiansburg, VA; daughter, Missy Harrell and granddaughter Rhiannon of Marion, VA; and son, Dennis Ray Baltzley of Glendale, AZ. Also surviving are his nephews: Steven and Mike Blevins and Greg and Brett Blevins; nieces: Lynn Wolford, Cynthia Abromitis, and Jill Snyder; and his loyal and supportive friends: James T. Rash, Roy O. Rash, Bob Osborne, Bob Paisley, Jimmy Little, and Steve McGrady. Graveside services at Rose Lawn Mausoleum, Marion, VA.⁴ He was born on May 31, 1939 at Grayson Co., Virginia.^3,4 He married Elizabeth Ann Parsons, daughter of Jack Thomas Parsons and Margie Ann Strickler, on July 7, 1958 at Sparta, Alleghany Co., North Carolina.¹ Dennis Ray Blevins and Elizabeth Ann Parsons were divorced on August 8, 1962 at Smyth Co., Virginia.² Dennis Ray Blevins died on December 27, 2020 at Marion, Smyth Co., Virginia, at age 81.⁴

     Barbara Ellen Mullins was buried at Garden of Memories Cemetery, 4207 East Lake Avenue, Tampa, Hillsborough Co., Florida.³ She was born on September 26, 1943 at Oak Hill, Fayette Co., West Virginia.¹ She died on March 28, 2014 at Florida at age 70.³ She MULLINS, Barbara Ellen 70, of Tampa, went to be with the Lord March 28, 2014. She was born in Oak Hill, WV and moved to Tampa when she was three. She is survived by her parents, Malcolm and Mary Ellen Beard; brother, Thomas Beard and wife, Joyce; aunts and uncles, Helen Moreau, Joe Harrison Moreau and wife, Anne, Norma Jeanne Stewart and husband Milo, Susan Lily Noble, Betty Haskell and husband James, and Bernice Griffin. She has many cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Ms. Mul-lins grew up in the former first Christian Church of Tampa and was later a member of St. John's Episcopal Church. She was a graduate of Plant High School, and Stetson University. Barbara retired from the office of Senate President Tom Lee where she served as a clerk. She had the heart of a lion and the soul of an angel. She was kind to everyone. A committal service will follow at the Garden of Memories Cemetery. on March 30, 2014.³

     Billy Lee Burgess was born on December 17, 1940 at Fayetteville, Fayette Co., West Virginia.² He died in April, 2022 at age 81.⁵

     Jack Sherman Turner was buried at Forestlawn Gardens and Mausoleum, 730 Golden Springs Road, Anniston, Calhoun Co., Alabama.⁴ He was born on June 9, 1940 at Coalwood, McDowell Co., West Virginia.² He married Evelyn Marie Ingram in January, 1962 at Calhoun Co., Alabama.^2,3,5 Jack Sherman Turner died on July 31, 2016 at Anniston, Calhoun Co., Alabama, at age 76.² He Anniston - Funeral service for Jack Sherman Turner, 76, will be Thursday, August 4, 2016. Mr. Turner Passed away Sunday, July 31, 2016, at his home. Mr. Turner was born in Coalwood, W.Va. on June 9, 1940. He came to Anniston in March 1960 with the Army at Ft. McClellan. He went to the chemical corps school, then to 66 CML Dept Co. 100 CML Group Ft. McClellan, Ala. Mr. Turner is survived by his two sons, Jack Scott Turner, of Anniston, Shane Allen Turner and his wife Sandra, of Lincoln; step-son, Patrick Pilkington; and granddaughters, Taylor Shaye Turner, Ava Jane and Hayden Pilkingon. Mr. Turner is preceded in death by his wife of over 50 years, Evelyn M. Ingram Turner; his father, Guy V. Turner, of Bluefield, W. and mother Edna M. Turner, of Iager, W. and brother Johnny W. Turner of Ozark. Mr. Turner was a member of West Park Heights Baptist Church and was ordained in 1975 as a deacon at Wayside Baptist Church. Mr. Turner was a member of Masonic Lodge 931 in Anniston, a member of Sons of Confederate Veterans, and a life member of Disabled American Veterans of Anniston. on August 2, 2016.²

     Evelyn Marie Ingram was buried at Forestlawn Gardens and Mausoleum, 730 Golden Springs Road, Anniston, Calhoun Co., Alabama.^4,3 She was born on May 4, 1939.⁵ As of January, 1962,her married name was Turner.² She married Jack Sherman Turner, son of Guy Virgil Turner and Edna Mae "Peg" Parker, in January, 1962 at Calhoun Co., Alabama.^1,2,3 Evelyn Marie Ingram died on August 7, 2012 at Calhoun Co., Alabama, at age 73.³ She Anniston - Funeral services for Evelyn M. Turner, 73, of Anniston, will be Saturday, August 11, 2012. Burial will follow at Forestlawn Gardens. Mrs. Turner died Tuesday at RMC. Survivors include her husband of 50 years, Jack S. Turner, of Anniston; two sons, Scott Turner, of Anniston and Shane Turner (Sandra), of Lincoln; two grandchildren, Taylor Shaye Turner and Patrick Pilkington; one great-grandchild, Hayden Pilkington; two sisters, Dorothy Muncher and Jane Sparks, both of Anniston; one brother, James L. Ingram. Mrs. Turner is preceded in death by her parents, John Ingram Jr. and Sarah Ingram. Pallbearers will be Jeff Woodard, Greff Cupp, Brian Williams, Patrick Pilkington, Jason McCullough and Tommy Grammer. Mrs. Turner was a lifelong resident of Calhoun County and a member of West Park Heights Baptist Church and a member of the Confederate Rose. Mrs. Turner was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother. Evelyn kept her faith and now she resides in the house of the Lord. on August 10, 2012.³