Larry William Abernathy

The Honorable Mayor Larry William Abernathy, 64, of 1026 Keystone Lane died Saturday, February 11, 2012 at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

Born in Shelby, NC, he was a son of the late Paul Hicks and Madge Aline Mitcham Abernathy.

Mayor Abernathy served for a total of 32 years in city government for the City of Clemson having served for four years on council prior to being elected Mayor in 1984. During his tenure as mayor, both the City of Clemson and Clemson University have had significant growth and yet through his leadership, the city has maintained it's village quality as well as forged cooperation with Clemson University to help enrich the lives of both citizens and students alike. He was a 1969 graduate of Clemson University where he also earned his Master's Degree. He also served as Director of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Commission for both Oconee and Anderson Counties as well as being Visiting Professor of Counselor Education and Clinical/Mental Health in the College of Health Education and Human Development at Clemson University. He was a member of University Lutheran Church.

Surviving are his wife, Jo Ann Davis Abernathy of the home; daughter, Dana Simpson and husband, Tim of Clemson; son, Ben Abernathy and wife, Nicky of Atlanta, GA; and grandchildren, Blake Simpson, Tyler Simpson, Chase Abernathy and Cody Abernathy.

In addition to his parents he was predeceased by a brother, Danny Abernathy.

Memorial services will be 2 PM, Thursday at First Baptist Church of Clemson.

The family will receive friends following the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to University Lutheran Church, 111 Sloan Street, Clemson, SC 29631, Clemson Community Care, P.O. Box 271, Clemson, SC 29633 or Clemson Free Clinic, P.O. Box 491, Clemson, SC 29633.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or at Duckett-Robinson Funeral Home, Central, SC.

JERRY “PAW PAW” COE

July 27, 1944-February 11, 2012

ANDERSON, SC – Jerry William Coe, age 67, of 125 Wentzky Road, passed away at his residence, Saturday, February 11, 2012.  He was a son of the late Henry David Coe and Lillian Gray Coe.   He retired after 40 years of service from Clark Schwebel and was a member of Crosshill Church of God.  In addition to being an avid gardener, Mr. Coe’s passion was loving his wife, children and grandchildren.  

He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Karen Hart Coe; sons, Jeff Coe, Jeremy Coe both of Anderson and Travis Coe of the home; daughters, Sandy Coe Barbare of Anderson, Michelle Coe Johnson of Greenwood, and Tonia Coe of Anderson; brothers, Tom and Sam Coe, of Anderson and David Coe of Easley; sisters, Juanita McCabe and Brenda Farmer of Anderson; 10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandson and his loving mother-in-law, which he helped care for, Mrs. Jo Hart.  

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, J.D. and Isaiah Coe; a sister, Dorothy Alexander; and a grandson.

The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 14 at 3:30 pm in the Chapel of The McDougald Funeral Home, officiated by the Reverends John Christmas, Scott Kahler, and Sam Duncan.   Interment will follow at South Lawn Memorial Gardens.  

The family is at the residence and will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday, February 13 from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. 

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

LORETTA C. GREENE

August 15, 1969 – February 11, 2012

Loretta Campbell Greene, age 42, passed away at her home on Saturday, February 11, 2012 following a lengthy illness.  Born in Anderson, she was the daughter of the late Charles W. Campbell and Lois Bolt Campbell.

Loretta was a homemaker and a mother who loved her children very much.  She was of the Baptist faith.  

Survivors include a son Zachary William Greene of Townville; two daughters Mindie McElveen and Paiten Alexis, both of the home; and her mother, Lois Bolt Campbell of the home.  Survivors also include special friends, Courtney Floyd of Townville and Dillon Medlin of Anderson.  

A private service honoring the life of Loretta will be held at a later date.  The family is at the residence , and will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home on Monday, February 13, 2012, from 6 PM until 8 PM.  

The family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Mrs. Greene be made to the Shriner’s Children’s Hospital, 950 W. Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605. 

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

MARIAN G. SHIELDS

ANDERSON - Marian Grider Shields, 85, of Anderson, died Friday, February 10, 2012. Born in 1926 in Porterville, CA, she was married for 54 years to the late E. Loyd Shields who died in 2000. Services and burial will be held next weekend in Fresno, CA. 

Marian was born and raised in California, spent 20 years in Las Vegas, NV supporting her husband who worked for Hughes Corporation as well as his other work as a church administrator. In 2001 she moved to Anderson to be closer to family. She fell in love with Anderson.

She is survived by her daughters, Velma Martin and Ann Calandrino; her son, Louie Shields; four granddaughters and 10 great-grandchildren. A local Memorial Service will be held later this month. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to The Alzheimer’s Association, 4124 Clemson Blvd, Anderson, SC 29621. 

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JOHN W. SHAMEL

ANDERSON, SC - John William Shamel, 76, passed away Saturday, February 11, 2012 at his residence.

John was born November 1, 1935 in Tobaccoville, Forsyth County, NC. He was the son of the late Fred and Myrtle Moore Shamel. He grew up and attended schools in Spencer, Rowan County, NC. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. John retired from the restaurant and food service industries. He was a lifelong follower of the Lutheran faith and a charter member of Abiding Savior Lutheran Church. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 5 brothers and sisters. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family.

John is survived by his wife of 52 years, Shirley Shamel of the home; 2 daughters and son-in-laws, Deana and Tom Davenport of LaGrange, GA and Amanda and Tim Dutton of Piedmont, SC; 4 grandsons, Thomas "Rett" Everett Davenport, III, of Atlanta, GA,  John Parker Davenport and Spencer Reed Davenport both of LaGrange, GA and Michael Hobbs Dutton of Piedmont, SC and many other relatives and friends. 

Funeral service will be held on Monday at 2pm at Abiding Savior Lutheran Church with Pastor Howard Jones officiating. A private burial will follow at M. J. "Dolly" Cooper Veterans Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday from 2 until 4pm at Sullivan-King Mortuary, Northeast Chapel, 3205 Hwy 81 N.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Abiding Savior Lutheran Church 1905 E. Greenville Street, Anderson, SC 29621. 

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