PEARLIE ACEMAN SCOTT
Aug. 28, 1948 – June 5, 2025 “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.” ~ Revelations 21:4 Pearlie Aceman Scott, 76 years old passed away peacefully on…
Read MoreWANDA ELIZABETH SCOTT
March 11, 1954 – June 19, 2025 Wanda Elizabeth Scott lifespan was March 11, 1954 to June 19, 2025. A private celebration of her life occurred on June 25, at Mt Ida Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Michael A. Pouncey officiating. The family of Mrs. Wanda E. Scott would like to express our sincere gratitude…
Read MoreOLLIE LEE MCCLAIN
Jan. 2, 1935 – June 25, 2025 Ollie Lee McClain was born on Jan. 2, 1935, to the late Jess and Penola Bone in Pigeon Creek, Butler County, Alabama. Throughout her life, she was a faithful member of Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 1610 Oakey Streak Road, Greenville. Though Mt Moriah was her home church, she…
Read MoreROSA LEE ALBRITTON
Nov. 25, 1949 – July 5, 2025 Rosa Lee was the first of nine children born to the late Annie Ruth Cook Hardin. On Feb. 3, 1984, she married the love of her life, the late Jeff Albritton. Their union created a blended family of six children. Rosa spent her life as a devoted wife,…
Read MoreCAMERON BRICE ACREMAN
July 8, 2002 – July 14, 2025 Cameron Brice Acreman, of Greenville, passed away on July 14, 2025, at the age of 23. A Memorial Service was held Saturday, July 19, beginning at 11 a.m. at Brushey Creek Baptist Church with Brother Randy Harvill officiating. The family received friends for visitation beginning at 10 a.m.…
Read MoreJERRY DILLARD BROOKS
Dec. 27, 1953 – July 15, 2025 Mr. Jerry Dillard Brooks, 71, a resident of McKenzie, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. He was born on Dec. 27, 1953. Dillard was a gentle, kind, and loving man who was always willing to lend a helping hand, especially to his mother throughout her lifetime. He…
Read MoreROGER ALLEN OWEN
Jan. 4, 1961 – July 15, 2025 Roger Allen “Skeeter” Owen passed away at home on July 15, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Milton D. Owen, Jr., and Joyce P. Owen; sister, Sheila Stinson; and nephew Russell Stuckey. He is survived by his brothers, Terrell (Cindy) Owen of Atlanta, Barry (Jane)…
Read MoreHurricane season began June 1
BY BRUCE BRANUM The Greenville Standard Hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 31. To follow are safety precautions and guidelines to keep your family, pets, and property safe. The National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) urges everyone to plan ahead. Before hurricane season: determine safe evacuation routes inland; learn the location of…
Read MoreAnnual Heritage Cook-off July 19
It is once again the time of year when the Butler County Farmers Federation Women’s Leadership Committee (BCFFWLC) hosts its annual cook-off. This is the 18th annual heritage cook-off for Butler County. The category this year is iced sheet cakes. All cooks 18 years of age or older are invited to enter their favorite recipe…
Read MoreA magnolia hidden among the magnolias of Magnolia
BY BOBBY GREEN Cemeteries are intriguing places for the curious minded. The stones and sculpture tell tales of times past. Oftentimes the stories are incomplete, shrouded in mystery but all the more compelling for it. To the adventuresome garden historian an old cemetery can hold garden artifacts of museum quality. Whether they persist from…
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