Jon Roger Sutton
Ladson,

Radioman Master Chief (SS) Jon Roger Sutton, USN Retired, 71, husband of Roberta “Bobbi” Sherman Sutton of Ladson, SC died Tuesday, June 28, 2011.  The friends and relatives of Jon R. Sutton, MCPO (SS), USN Retired are invited to attend his Funeral Service on Saturday, July 2, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at J. HENRY STUHR, INC. NORTHWOODS CHAPEL, 2180 Greenridge Road, North Charleston, SC.  A Two Bell Ceremony and Military Honors will recognize MCPO Sutton’s service to his country.  Entombment will follow at Plantation Memorial Gardens.  The family will greet friends at the chapel one hour prior to the service.

A native of Nebraska, Jon was born May 20, 1940, son of the late George Beverly Sutton and Eunice Dayle Williams Sutton.  Jon was devoted to his country; serving faithfully in the U.S. Navy, retiring with the rank of Master Chief Petty Officer, SS for his service as a submariner.  Following his military retirement, he worked with TDS as a boat equipment installer. Proud of his naval service, and through his involvement in the community, Jon was a lifetime member of the Sub Vets and belonged to the Masons, Shriners, Fleet Reserve, VFW, and the American Legion.

Mr. Sutton is survived by his loving wife of forty-nine years, Bobbi Sutton; daughters, Jonna Whipple of North Charleston, SC and Becky Grammer of Moncks Corner, SC; grandchildren, Chris, Bryan, Shelly, Katelin, and Gabriell; great-grandchildren, Rilee, Avery, MacKenzie, and Brianna; and sisters, Jill Ferlise of Arizona and Michelle Redden of Nebraska.

Flowers will be accepted, or memorials may be made to the Charleston Animal Society, 2455 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC  29406.

Philip V. 'Swede' Hansen
Bonneau, SC
Eternal Patrol on May 28, 2011
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 JANUARY 28, 1927  - MAY 28, 2011

Lt. Commander Philip V. “Swede” Hansen, US Navy, Ret., of Bonneau, SC, died Saturday in a Charleston hospital. His funeral will be 11:30 AM Wednesday morning, June 1, 2011, in the CHAPEL OF DIAL-MURRAY FUNERAL HOME, MONCKS CORNER. Interment will follow in Carolina Memorial Park, N. Charleston. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6:00 until 8:00 PM Tuesday evening. Commander Hansen was born Jan. 28, 1927, in Chicago, IL, a son of Philip Edward Hansen and Lillian Gunderson Hansen. He was a Shriner, a member of Mt. Hope Lodge #128 AFM, and a member of the SubVets WWII. While he was in the Navy, he served aboard the USS Charr, USS Pogy, USS Cusk, USS Pomfrey, USS Blackfin, USS Barbero, USS Everglades, and the USS Shangri-LA. He served in both W.W. II and Vietnam receiving numerous awards and medals, including, the Bronze Star, the Meritorious Service Medal, the Navy Commendation Medal, Submarine Combat Pin, and the Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm. He also formerly worked for both Braswell and Detyens Shipyards. Commander Hansen was formerly married to Doris Crawford and was the widower of Frances M. Hansen. Surviving are, a daughter, Linda D. Jones and her husband, Brian, of Ft. Mill; two sons, Patrick L. Hansen and his wife, Faith, of Columbia, and Michael D. Hansen and his wife, Joyce, of Louisville, KY; eight grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Girard Edward 'Jerry Coutu
Summerville, SC
Eternal Patrol on February 28, 2011
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MAY 14, 1931 - JANUARY 12, 2011

SUMMERVILLE - Girard Edward "Jerry" Coutu, 75, of Summerville, widower of Myrtle Herndon Coutu, died Monday, February 28, 2011, at his residence. Funeral service will be held Thursday, March 3, 2011, at 4 o'clock at James A. Dyal Funeral Home Chapel, Summerville. Burial will follow at Dorchester Memory Gardens, 11000 Dorchester Road, Summerville. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 until 8 o'clock Wednesday evening. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: American Heart Association , 409 King Street, #300, Charleston, SC 29403 or the American Diabetes Association 1701 North Beauregard Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22311. Jerry was born January 13, 1936, in West Warwick, Rhode Island, son of the late Alexander Edward Coutu and Victoria Clapp Coutu. He attended schools in Rhode Island and Trident Technical College, Charleston. He was a veteran of the United States Navy serving in the Vietnam War as TMC. He was a member of the C.L.R.A.A.C.A, USS Seapoacher Association, US Sub Vet, F.R.A., and the N.R.A. He was an avid re-builder of antique cars. After retiring from the Navy, he later retired from Simmons Balancing as a machinist. Surviving are: two sons and three daughters: William "Richard" Bellamy (Judy) of Ellenton, Florida, Debra Lynn Bailey of Sierra Vista, Arizona, Diane Denise Davis (Barry) of North Charleston, Edward Douglas Coutu (Debra) of Summerville and Vicki Marie Coutu of Summerville, 9 grandchildren: William Richard Bellamy, Jr., Leigh Ann Bellamy, Charles L. Bailey, Tina Maple, Robert A. Davis, Carl E. Davis, Jeremie E. Coutu, Alexander T. Coutu, Brandon L. Boykin, seven great grandchildren, one brother: Dennis Coutu (Judith) of Davenport, Florida, two nephews: Aaron Coutu and Jay Coutu. He is predeceased by his wife, one son: Jimmy Bellamy and one brother: Joseph Coutu. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting out website at www.jamesadyal.com ARRANGEMENTS BY JAMES A. DYAL FUNERAL HOME, 303 SOUTH MAIN STREET, SUMMERVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA 873-4040. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/ deaths Published in Charleston Post & Courier on March 2, 2011

Walter Arnold Job
Ridgeville, SC
Eternal Patrol on January 12, 2011
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MAY 14, 1931 - JANUARY 12, 2011

RIDGEVILLE- Walter Arnold Job, 79, of the Sandridge Community, Ridgeville, died Wednesday at a North Charleston hospital. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Michael Lutheran Church, 321 W. Main St., Moncks Corner with Pastor Sherry Teves officiating.  Burial will be private.  Mr. Job was born May 14, 1931 in Ipswich, South Dakota, a son of the late Gustave Job and Christina Gugel Job. He was a chief engineer in the US Navy and the Merchant Marines, a member of the VFW Fleet Reserve, a member of the Elks Club, and attended St. Michaels Lutheran Church, Moncks Corner. Mr. Job is survived by his wife, Joy McGuinness Job of Norfolk, VA; a son, Walter A. “Skip” (Carla) Job, Jr.; step-sons, Joe (Shelly) Reece of Sandridge, Steve Reece of GA; step-daughter, Jane (Dave) Boyle of GA; brothers, Edwin (Judy) Job of Aberdeen, SD, Alfred Kiesz of Ogden, UT, Clarence (Barbara) Job of Bend, OR; sisters, Anne Heitz of Ipswich, SD, Joan Smith of Springfield, OR, Lila Rose of Mills, WY, Janice (Harlan) Hammrich of Belfair, WA, and Elaine (Joe W.) Hornaman of Apache Junction, AZ; and a number of nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Avinger Funeral Home, 2274 Eutaw Rd., Holly Hill. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The American Heart Association, 409 King St. Suite 300 Charleston, SC, or St Michael Lutheran Church, 321 W. Main St., Moncks Corner, SC 29461.

Albert Aloysius Wood Jr.

Member of SVWWII Swamp Fox Chapter
Charleston Base Member
Holland Club Member

Avery James "Jim" Lord, Jr., 80, of Summerville, SC, died Friday, December 17, 2010, at Summerville Medical Center. Funeral services will be held Tuesday afternoon, December 21, 2010, at Summerville Baptist Church at 2 o'clock. Burial will be in Summerville Cemetery. Friends may call at Parks Funeral Home Monday evening from 6 - 8 o'clock. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice. Mr. Lord was born October 19, 1930, in Atlanta, GA, a son of Avery James Lord, Sr. and Katharine Fears Lord. He was a retired Sr. Chief Petty Officer in the US Navy serving in Korea. He was a crew member of the John C. Calhoun nuclear submarine, the USS Begor, and the USS Darter. While serving in the Navy, Jim was a Cryptologist and a Sonar Tech. He was a retired Fire Chief with the Summerville Fire Department. Mr. Lord had the honor of having Fire Station #4 in Summerville named after him. He attended Summerville Baptist Church. Mr. Lord was a member of the Antique Auto Club of America and the Corvette Club. He served in the Masons and the Lion's Club. He was a life member of US Submarine Veterans, Inc. Jim also served as a Notary Public. He was a member of the SC Fire Chief's Association, Tri-County Fire Chief's Association, and the SC Firefighter's Association. Mr. Lord proudly served his country, the Town of Summerville, and his family. His family was always certain of his love. Survivors include two daughters, Pam Lord Moyers (Michael) of Myrtle Beach, and Linda Lord Nino (Alan) of Summerville; one son, Michael J. Lord (Margaret) of Summerville; one brother, W. Daniel Lord of Marietta, GA; four grandchildren, Christina Hensley, Ryan Nino, Michael Lord, II, and Sean Nino; two-great-grandchildren, Madison Hensley and Ryley Hensley; life partner, Shirley D. Lord. He was predeceased by one brother, Benjamin L. Lord, and his grandmother, Nan Fears. Arrangements by PARKS FUNERAL HOME, 130 West 1st North Street, Summerville, SC 29483. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/ deaths

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Richard "Rick" Waller, 49, of Summerville, died Saturday, November 13, 2010, in a tragic auto accident, with his faithful dog, Sadie, by his side. Rick was born February 2, 1961, in Birmingham, AL, the youngest son of Robert Waller and Margaret Reynolds Waller. MMCS(SS) Waller served 20 years in the United States Navy as a proud A-Ganger, aboard a variety of submarines, retiring in 1999. Rick earned his degree from Limestone University while in the service, and was currently employed by Trident Technical College as Program Leader in Manufacturing, Industrial and Construction Trades. He was a member of the Overton Civic Club and the Submarines Veterans Association. Rick leaves behind his wife, Angie, of 30 years, and their two children, Robert, 28, who is a sous chef with Norwegian Cruise Lines in Honolulu, HI; and Annie, 24, OSSN (SW/AW) US Navy, stationed in Norfolk, VA. He will be deeply missed by his wife; children; father; brothers - Randy and his wife, Becky of Charlotte, NC; and Ron of Hanes City, FL. He was especially close with his brother in law, Jim Bertolini of Stoystown, PA. He leaves behind many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws and friends. We know his darling Mama was waiting for him at the gates of Heaven. Rick was an avid supporter of the military and taking care of the troops. The family asks that in lieu of flowers donations be made to the USO, P.O.Box 96322, Washington, D.C. 20090-6322, or to Fisher House Foundation, Inc., 111 Rockville Pike, Suite 420, Rockville, MD 20850-5168. A memorial service for Rick will be held Friday afternoon, November 19, 2010, at Russell Funeral Chapel, 107 West Main Street, Moncks Corner, at 1 o'clock. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until the hour of service. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.russellfuneralchapel.net.

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William 'Bill' F. Kopacka

Member of SVWWII Swamp Fox Chapter
Charleston Base Member
Holland Club Member

Francis John Young N. CHARLESTON - Francis John Young, 71, died July 17, 2010, in a local hospice facility. Born August 9, 1938, in Lawrence, Massachusetts he was the son of Francis William and Victoria Gierczunski Young. Frank joined the U.S. Navy and retired as a Nuclear Electronics Technician Master Chief with 30 years of service. He was a fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus, a member of the Charleston Base Subvets and the Holland Club. He was a member of the Fleet Reserve Branch #269 and American Legion Post #166 in Goose Creek and the Ladson VFW Post 3433. He was a member of the Charleston Base Navy League. Frank was active in the City of N. Charleston and served as the Chairman of the Planning & Zoning Commission. Frank was a longtime Scout Master for Troop #454 and served as the adult leader for two contingencies to the National Jamboree in 1973 and 1977; he also served as Commissioner of the Twin Rivers District. Mr. Young is survived by his wife of 50 years Kathryn Young of N. Charleston, SC; children, Francis J. Young (Kim), Lawrence J. Young and his wife Catherine, Victoria A. Henwood (Ernesto), Christian J. Young, and Elizabeth A. Young (David); grandchildren, Alexandra and Tyler Henwood, Lawrence and Amanda Young, Francis Bradley Young, Ian and Benjamin Tennant; special friends Richard and Mary Alfano, Dr. Heinz and Annette Griebseh, Lucky Williams and Jennifer Harrison. The family will receive friends in J. HENRY STUHR NORTHWOODS CHAPEL, 2180 Greenridge Rd. on Wednesday July 21, 2010, between 6:00 and 8:00 p.m., with Vigil Prayers beginning at 6:00 p.m. The Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 510 St. James Ave., Goose Creek, SC 29445 Thursday, July 22, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. Interment with Military Honors at Arlington National Cemetery September 9, 2010, at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Building Fund, or the Subvets Dolphin Scholarship Fund (payable to USSVICB), I/C/O Carl Chinn, 217 Brailsford Road, Summerville, SC 29485. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

Alvin 'Al' Eugene Addington

Andrew Larry Hendrix

Charleston Base Member

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William Clyde Yates, Jr.
Anderson, SC
Eternal Patrol on 12/23/2009
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NOVEMBER 21, 1923 - DECEMBER 23, 2009

Member of SVWWII Swamp Fox Chapter
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Holland Club Member

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Michael James Stuffle
Charleston, SC
Eternal Patrol on 12/21/2009
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CHARLESTON - Michael James Stuffle, 71, of Charleston, SC died peacefully on Monday, December 21, 2009 at Sandpiper Retirement Center in Mt. Pleasant, SC. Mike was born in New York City in 1938 and spent his childhood in Northern New Jersey. Upon high school graduation, he enlisted in the US Navy and spent 20 years traveling the world on conventional submarines. His last assignment was aboard the USS Seahorse based in Charleston. Mike settled in Charleston, graduated from Trident Technical College and spent his civilian career at Charleston Supply Co., Royal Ace Hardware and Lowes selling home improvement products. Mike was a Past Grand Knight of Knights of Columbus Council No. 9475 and a Fourth Degree Knight in Assembly No. 1071. He was a member of the Submarine Veterans Charleston Base and volunteered for many years at the CSS HL Hunley Museum. His favorite activity and fondest memories were of fishing with his buddy, Jeff. He is survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Joan and Bill Cavanagh five nieces and nephews; ten great nieces and nephews and his special friend in Charleston, Jeff Clark. Funeral Mass will be held at 10 AM, Monday, January 11, 2010 at Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, 120 Broad Street, Charleston, SC 29401 followed by a reception at the Canterbury House, 175 Market Street, Charleston; Mike's home for the past five years. Donations in Mike's honor can be made to Friends of the Hunley, P.O. Box 21600, Charleston, CO 29413. Arrangements by MCALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, MT. PLEASANT CHAPEL; (843) 884-3833. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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Benjamin William Heber
Charleston, SC
Eternal Patrol on 11/24/2009
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James Warren Eckles
Charleston, SC
Eternal Patrol on 11/12/2009
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SUMMERVILLE - James "Jim" Warren Eckles LCDR USN Retired, husband of Martha Sue Eckles, of Summerville, SC died November 12, 2009. Memorial services will be held Wednesday afternoon, November 18, 2009 at PARKS FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL at 2 o' clock. Burial will be at a later date at Beaufort National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Frances R. Willis S.P.C.A., PO Box 1116, Summerville, SC 29484. Mr. Eckles was born December 5, 1930 in Louisville, KY, a son of Andrew Jackson Eckles, Jr. and Irene Wilhelmina Eckles. LCDR Eckles served in US Navy Submarine Service for 30 years on 9 different submarines. His first submarine USS COCHINO (SS345) sank in the North Atlantic on the 26th August 1949 which was the beginning of the cold war. Sister Ship USS TUSK (SS426) saved all but one on COCHINO but lost 6 of their men doing so. This was USS COCHINO'S LAST CRUISE and now LCDR Eckles will join his shipmates. LCDR Eckles was a member of Kosair Shriners of Louisville, KY, Life member of The Grand Lodge of KY, Scottish Rite, SubVets WWII-Assoc. Member, Charleston SubVets Inc, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Holland Club and Navy League. He was also commissioned a Kentucky Colonel on July 8, 1963. Survivors include his wife of sixty-one years, Martha Sue Eckles of Summerville; daughters, Martha Sharon Denton and husband Richard Scott Denton, Jr. of Piedmont, SC and Debra Ann Eckles-Rudd and husband James R. Rudd of Summerville; two grandsons, Jason Keith Rosso, Richard Scott Denton, III; great-grandson Timothy Gage Rosso; great-granddaughter Shelby Leigh Rosso; one brother, Andrew J. Eckles, III and one sister, Mickey Coomer, both of Louisville, KY. Arrangements by PARKS FUNERAL HOME, 130 W. 1st N. Street, Summerville, SC 29483. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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George Frenger Lisle
Charleston, SC
Eternal Patrol on 11/5/2009
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CHARLESTON - Captain George Frenger Lisle, USN (Ret.) 75, Submariner, of Headquarters Island, Charleston, SC, took his last cruise when he succumbed to cancer on Friday, November 6, 2009, after many years of resisting the disease. He was the beloved husband of the former Carolyn Powell Herndon of Walterboro, SC, for 15 years. Captain Lisle was born on October 26, 1934, in Schenectady, NY, to Hampton Halley Lisle, Jr. and Laura Louise Frenger Lisle, formerly of Lexington, KY, and Las Cruses, NM. He graduated from Howe Military School in Indiana and attended the University of New Mexico before entering and graduating from the US Naval Academy in 1958. Upon graduation, he married the former Barbara J. Banks of Richmond, VA. A captain at the time of his retirement, George spent his naval career in progressively more responsible positions. After an initial tour on a destroyer, he entered the submarine service (his pride and joy), served on four submarines which were conventional and nuclear, and completed 17 Polaris/Poseidon deterrent patrols. His missions helped deter the Soviet Union from aggression and eventually led to the Soviet collapse in the early 1980's. These multiple warheads, accompanied by the unknown locations of the submarines, baffled the Soviets and caused them to desist from their normal military efforts. George culminated his submarine duty as Commanding Officer of the USS Von Steuben (SSBN 632), during which time he was designated a Proven Subspecialist in Ship Engineering. He next served in the Office of the Joint Chiefs of Staff at the Pentagon and was appointed as Representative to the Standing Consultative Commission, which was responsible for issues concerning arms control agreements with the Soviets. Following an assignment as Deputy Chief of Staff for Mine Countermeasures at the Mine Warfare command, George's final assignment was as Inspector General for the Charleston Naval Base, from which he retired in 1988 after 30 years of active military service. Captain Lisle's military awards include the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, two Meritorious Service Medals, the Navy Commendation Medal, the National Defense Services Medal, and other service ribbons. Following his naval retirement in 1988, George was a founding member of the Charleston Submarine Base Veterans Association, serving as treasurer for many years. At Headquarters Island, he served as chairman of the ARB and president of the POA board. As a member of the Charleston Yacht Club, he taught his children to sail and was very proud of their winning finishes. He was an active member of St. James Episcopal Church, serving on the Vestry as Junior Warden and cemetery chairman. He also served on the Board of Trustees at Bishop Gadsden. George maintained his professional and social connections until his demise. His life was about work and service to others and he did such without thought of praise or reward. His country, community, church, and other organizations are all better for his service. He is survived by his beloved wife, Carolyn; two sons, Eugene Frenger Lisle of Altamonte Springs, FL, and Charles Franklin Lisle (Dawn) of Summerville, SC; a daughter, Claire Lisle Smith (Scott) of Charleston, SC; a stepson, Chris Hiott (Ellen) of Edisto Island, SC; seven grandchildren, Heather Lisle, Ashley Lisle, Leighann Lisle, Timothy Smith, Benjamin Smith, Brandon Hiott, and Bryce Hiott; two brothers, Hampton Halley Lisle III (Betty) of Gambrills, MD, and Dr. Frank C. Lisle (Pam) of Albuquerque, NM; a sister, Mary Dan Stuedli (Mark) of Albuquerque, NM; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Ted and Mary Lee Wyndham of Greenwood, SC; a stepfather, Col. Harold B. Woods, (USAF Ret.); an endearing cousin, Margaret Lisle Payne (Pegsie) of Highlands, NC; a special friend, Roger W. Mehle of Washington, DC; and many special nieces and nephews. The relatives and friends of Capt. and Mrs. George F. Lisle are invited to attend his Funeral Service at 11:00 AM, Monday, November 9, 2009, at St. James Episcopal Church. Interment, Churchyard Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Hwy. this Sunday afternoon between 3:00 and 6:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to St. James Episcopal Church, 1872 Camp Rd, Charleston, SC 29412. A Condolence may be made to his Guest Book at www.charlestonfunerals.com Arrangements by JAMES A. MCALISTER, INC. 766-1365 Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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George Dewey Wells, Jr.
Charleston, SC
Eternal Patrol on 11/2/2009
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Robert 'Bob' Finch
Goose Creek, SC
Eternal Patrol on 9/1/2009
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William 'Bill' Smith, Sr.
North Augusta, SC
Eternal Patrol on 7/3/2009
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Member of SVWWII Swamp Fox Chapter
Charleston Base Member
Holland Club Member

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Charleston Base Member

Sylvester 'Sy' Maxon Mabie

Wallace H Fulmer
Florence, SC

Robert 'Bob' W. Chinn

Thomas E. Walsh

John Law