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     Annie Kate Durham was born on 21 May 1906 in Anderson County, South Carolina.¹ As of before 1929,her married name was Bagwell. She married Furman George Bagwell, son of Alonzo Henderson Bagwell and Ruth Augustus Burgess, before 1929. Annie Kate Durham died on 5 March 1988 in Williamston, Anderson County, South Carolina, at age 81.¹ She was buried at Guthrie Grove Church of God Cemetery, Pelzer, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹

     Guy Furman Bagwell was born on 16 November 1931 in Anderson County, South Carolina. He was the son of Furman George Bagwell and Annie Kate Durham. He was a US Army veteran of the Korean War. Guy Furman Bagwell married Louise Poore Marshall before 1955. Guy Furman Bagwell died on 28 June 1995 in Williamston, Anderson County, South Carolina, at age 63.

     Mary Frances Ashley was born on 24 September 1919 in Anderson County, South Carolina.¹ As of after 1932,her married name was Bagwell.² She married Thaddeus Furman Bagwell, son of John Carter Bagwell and Mary Thompson Davis, after 1932.² Mary Frances Ashley died on 26 March 2003 in Anderson County, South Carolina, at age 83.¹ She was buried at Garden of Memories, Belton, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹

     Genia Emma Richardson was also known as Emma Richardson. She was born on 2 January 1897 in South Carolina.¹ As of 30 November 1914,her married name was Bagwell. She married William Frederick Bagwell, son of Alonzo Henderson Bagwell and Ruth Augustus Burgess, on 30 November 1914 at Anderson County, South Carolina. Genia Emma Richardson died on 1 June 1991 in Pelzer, Anderson County, South Carolina, at age 94.¹ She was buried at White Plains Baptist Church Cemetery, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹

     Edith Elizabeth Bagwell was born on 13 May 1917 in South Carolina.¹ She was the daughter of William Frederick Bagwell and Genia Emma Richardson. As of after 1930,her married name was Harrison.² Edith Elizabeth Bagwell married Ottis Thomas Harrison after 1930.² Edith Elizabeth Bagwell died on 4 November 2001 at age 84.¹ She was buried at White Plains Baptist Church Cemetery, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹

     William Frederick Bagwell Jr. was born on 31 March 1919 in South Carolina.¹ He was the son of William Frederick Bagwell and Genia Emma Richardson. He enlisted in the US Army on 20 February 1942 and served as a TEC 5 during World War II.¹ William Frederick Bagwell Jr. married Edna Aliene Dickerson on 2 June 1946 at Shiloh Methodist Church, Anderson County, South Carolina. William Frederick Bagwell Jr. died on 12 October 1979 at age 60.¹ He was buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Cemetery, Anderson, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹

     Mary Gladys Bagwell was also known as Gladys Bagwell. She was born on 17 December 1920 in South Carolina.¹ She was the daughter of William Frederick Bagwell and Genia Emma Richardson. As of after 1935,her married name was Spearman.² Mary Gladys Bagwell married J. C. Spearman after 1935.² Mary Gladys Bagwell died on 15 March 2011 at age 90

Mary Gladys (Bagwell) Spearman was the daughter of William Fred Bagwell and Emma (Richardson) Bagwell, the third of ten children.

She was married to J.C. Spearman (deceased). Together, they had five children: Linda Gladys McLeod, William Ivy Spearman, James Bryan Spearman, Jerry Carlton Spearman (deceased), and Mary Ann Barnett. J.C. and Gladys had sixteen grandchildren, twenty-seven great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

Her family celebrates her life as a wonderful mother and grandmother. She was a loyal member of White Plains Baptist Church and a dedicated Christian. Her greatest contribution in life was her love to her family and to her God.¹
She was buried at White Plains Baptist Church Cemetery, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹

     John Carl Bagwell was born on 18 March 1922 in Anderson County, South Carolina.¹ He was the son of William Frederick Bagwell and Genia Emma Richardson. He served in the US Army during World War II. John Carl Bagwell married Kathryn Durham after 1945.¹ John Carl Bagwell died on 14 February 1998 at age 75.¹ He was buried on 16 February 1998 at Forest Lawn Memorial Cemetery, Anderson, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹

     Martha Ruth Bagwell was born on 15 February 1924 in South Carolina.¹ She was the daughter of William Frederick Bagwell and Genia Emma Richardson. Martha Ruth Bagwell died on 27 October 2001 at age 77

Martha Ruth Bagwell, 77, of 2402-A Lane Ave., Anderson, formerly of Pelzer, died Saturday, Oct. 27, 2001, at Anderson Area Medical Center.
Born in Anderson County, White Plains Community, she was a daughter of the late William Fred and Emma Richardson Bagwell Sr. She was employed at York Manufacturing Co. for over 40 years and was a member of White Plains Baptist Church. She was recently honored for her service in the W.M.U.
Surviving are three sisters, Edith Harrison of Williamston, Gladys Spearman of Piedmont, Sybil Williams of Anderson; four brothers, Ellis Bagwell of Piedmont, Wade Bagwell of Greenville, Lonnie Bagwell of Anderson and Hoyt Bagwell of Pelzer.
Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Tuesday at White Plains Baptist Church with the Rev. Mark Spearman officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
The family will be at their respective homes and will receive friends from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. Tuesday at the church.
Memorials may be made to White Plains Baptist Church Building or Cemetery Fund, 1435 Easley Highway, Pelzer, SC 29669.
Gray Mortuary, Pelzer, is in charge of services.
Published in The Greenville News on Oct. 29, 2001.¹
She was buried at White Plains Baptist Church Cemetery, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹

     James Ellis Bagwell was born on 15 November 1925 in Pelzer, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹ He was the son of William Frederick Bagwell and Genia Emma Richardson. He served in the US Navy during World War II.¹ James Ellis Bagwell married Nancy Caroline Wilson on 29 August 1946 at South Carolina. James Ellis Bagwell died on 2 March 2004 in Piedmont, Anderson County, South Carolina, at age 78
James Ellis Bagwell Sr., 78, of Piedmont, husband of Nancy Wilson Bagwell, died Tuesday, March 2, 2004.

Born in Pelzer, he was a son of the late W.F. Sr. and Emma Richardson Bagwell, of Pelzer. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and was an active member of White Plains Baptist Church, where he was formerly a Sunday school teacher, deacon and trustee. He was employed by American Bakeries and was retired from the South Carolina Forestry Commission.

In addition to his wife of 57 years, he is survived by daughters and their husbands, Carol and Bill Green, of Pelzer, and Cynthia and Ted Bunton, of Piedmont; a son and his wife, Jimmy and Susan G. Bagwell, of Piedmont; grandchildren, David and Amy Bagwell, Jonathan and Sherry Green, all of Piedmont, Ben Bunton, of Commerce, Ga., Brian Bunton, of Durham, N.C., David Green, of Anderson, Suzanne B. and Eric Gerisch, of Piedmont, and Rachel Green, of Pelzer; great-grandchildren, Tyler, Evan and AnnaBeth Bagwell and Wyatt Bradberry, all of Piedmont; brothers and sisters-in-law, Wade and Bobbie Bagwell, of Greenville, Lonnie and Jean Bagwell, of Anderson, and Hoyt and Carolyn Bagwell, of Pelzer; a sister, Gladys Spearman, of Piedmont; a sister and brother-in-law, Sybil and Frank Williams, of Anderson; a brother-in-law, O.T. Harrison, of Williamston; and sisters-in-law, Kathryn Bagwell and Edna Bagwell, both of Pelzer.

He was predeceased by brothers, William F. Bagwell Jr. and Carl Bagwell; and sisters, Edith B. Harrison and Ruth Bagwell.

Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Thursday, March 4, 2004, at White Plains Baptist Church, with the Rev. Mark Spearman officiating. The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, prior to the service, at the church. Entombment will be at Forest Lawn Memorial Park Mausoleum.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to White Plains Baptist Church "Catch the Vision" Fund, 1435 Easley Highway, Pelzer, SC 29669; or to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 10794, Greenville, SC 29603.

Gray Mortuary, Pelzer, is in charge of arrangements.

Published in The Greenville News on Mar. 3, 2004.¹
He was buried on 4 March 2004 at Forest Lawn Memorial Cemetery, Anderson, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹

     Sybil Inez Bagwell was born on 31 May 1928 in Pelzer, South Carolina. She was the daughter of William Frederick Bagwell and Genia Emma Richardson. As of 4 June 1949,her married name was Williams. Sybil Inez Bagwell married Frank Williams on 4 June 1949 at Greenville, South Carolina. Sybil Inez Bagwell died on 6 December 2024 in Anderson, South Carolina, at age 96


Sybil Bagwell Williams, age 96, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024, at her home.

Born May 31, 1928, in Pelzer, SC, she was the daughter of the late William Fred Bagwell and Emma Richardson Bagwell. She was married for 56 years to Carroll “Frank” Williams until his death in 2005. She was also preceded in death by 5 brothers, William F. Bagwell, Carl Bagwell, Ellis Bagwell, Hoyt Bagwell, and Wade Bagwell; and 3 sisters, Edith Harrison, Gladys Spearman, and Ruth Bagwell.

Sybil graduated from Anderson College in 1946 and Winthrop University in 1948. She was a teacher in Oconee County for 3 years followed by 33 years of teaching in Anderson County before retiring in 1983. There is no doubt she had an impact on many students throughout her career. She enjoyed serving her community as a volunteer with Meals on Wheels. Sybil loved traveling, including a memorable trip to Alaska, and taking beach and mountain trips with her grandchildren. She would collect lapel pins and Christmas ornaments from all of her travels. She was a wonderful cook and liked to say that she “loved to cook for those who loved to eat.” She was an active member of Boulevard Baptist Church where she formerly taught Sunday School, sang in the choir, was on the Pastor Search Committee, and was Director of the Children’s Ministry.

She is survived by her son, Kenneth Frank Williams; daughter-in-law, Phyllis Williams; brother, Lonnie Bagwell; grandchildren, Christy Ledford (Chris), Casey Earhart (Matt), and Katie Jackson (Jeremy); great grandchildren, Caely, Abby, Hally, Eli, Isla, Felix, Alyssa, Jasper, and Winnie; and sisters-in-law, Bobbie Bagwell and Carolyn Bagwell. Also surviving is her special friend and neighbor, Emily Ayer.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Sybil’s caregivers, Susan, Missy, Sandy, Barbara, Cathy, and Frances as well as the staff of Hospice of the Upstate for all the care provided.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, December 15, 2024, from 2:00-3:00 pm at Boulevard Baptist Church. The funeral service will begin at 3:00 pm with Dr. John McKinney and Dr. Austin Carty officiating. Entombment will follow at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens Mausoleum.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Anderson University Office of Development, 316 Boulevard, Anderson, SC 29621 for the Sybil Bagwell Williams Scholarship for Education.

She was buried on 15 December 2024 at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, Anderson, Anderson County, South Carolina.

     J. C. Spearman was born on 17 July 1919 in South Carolina.¹ He married Mary Gladys Bagwell, daughter of William Frederick Bagwell and Genia Emma Richardson, after 1935.¹ J. C. Spearman died on 7 August 1968 in South Carolina at age 49.¹ He was buried at White Plains Baptist Church Cemetery, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹

     George Hulon Durham was born on 30 September 1903.¹ He married Eva Bagwell, daughter of Alonzo Henderson Bagwell and Ruth Augustus Burgess, before 1932.¹ George Hulon Durham died on 21 September 1973 at age 69.¹ He was buried at Guthrie Grove Church of God Cemetery, Pelzer, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹

     James K. Merck married Peggy Bagwell, daughter of Frederick Bagwell and Ida Marie Wilson, after 1950.

     James Lee Goldsmith was born in 1928.¹ He was a Sergent in the US Army during World War II.¹ He married Margaret Elizabeth Bagwell, daughter of James Luther Bagwell and Mildred Evangeline Wright, on 24 July 1952 at Greenville, South Carolina.¹ James Lee Goldsmith died in 1996.¹ He was buried at Mount Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹

     Richard Alvin Bagwell was born on 17 February 1950.¹ He was the son of Alvin I. V. Bagwell and Edna Rebecca Jameson.¹ Richard Alvin Bagwell married Sylvia Gotshaw after 1968. Richard Alvin Bagwell died on 7 July 2000 at age 50.¹ He was buried at Mount Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery, Anderson County, South Carolina.¹

     Dr. Joyce Marie Burris was born on 6 July 1932 in Charleston, South Carolina. As of 12 June 1954,her married name was Bagwell. She married William Howard Bagwell, son of Frederick Bagwell and Ida Marie Wilson, on 12 June 1954 at Hampton Park Baptist Church, Charleston, South Carolina. Dr. Joyce Marie Burris died on 8 March 2021 in Summerville, South Carolina, at age 88


Dr. Joyce Burris Bagwell, 88, of Summerville South Carolina, wife of the late William Howard Bagwell passed away peacefully with her family at her side on Monday, March 8, 2021.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 13, 2021 at 1 o’clock at Summerville Baptist Church, 417 Central Ave., Summerville, SC 29483. Burial will follow at Dorchester Memorial Gardens, 11000 Dorchester Rd., Summerville, SC 29485.

Joyce was born in Charleston, South Carolina on July 6, 1932. She is survived by her son William Howard Bagwell, Jr. and daughter-in-law Linda Bagwell of Summerville, SC and sister Barbara Weeks of Savannah, GA. She had three grandchildren, Billy (wife Amanda) Bagwell, Kayla (husband David) Kincaid and Cierra (husband Austin) Cartee and four great-grandchildren Brantley and William Bagwell; Addison and Lily Kincaid. In addition to her husband William and parents, she was predeceased by: son, John Bagwell; and brother, Chalmers Eugene Burris, Jr.

Joyce was the daughter of the late Chalmers and Jennie Burris of Charleston, South Carolina along with her sister Barbara. She was active in ADK Honorary Teachers Sorority, the Charleston Woman’s Club, a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and an active member of Summerville Baptist Church for over 50 years.

She graduated from Meminger High School in Charleston then received her degree from Furman University in 1954. In 1982, she received her master’s degree from Clemson University and her Doctorate Degree from the University of South Carolina in 1992. Most of her 44-year teaching career was at Charleston Southern University and was awarded the Distinguished Professor of Geology. She was bestowed The South Carolina Order of The Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian award, in 1997.

Affectionately known as the “Earthquake Lady,” Joyce headed the Earthquake Preparedness Department at Charleston Southern University, writing and publishing numerous publications about earthquake safety in the Southeast. She monitored seismic activity in South Carolina for the United States Geological Survey for more than 20 years.


She was buried on 13 March 2021 at Dorchester Memorial Gardens, Summerville, South Carolina.

     John Frederick Bagwell was born on 21 September 1965.¹ He was the son of William Howard Bagwell and Dr. Joyce Marie Burris.¹ John Frederick Bagwell married Lori Lee Williams on 26 June 1999 at First Baptist Church, Charleston, South Carolina. John Frederick Bagwell died on 31 December 2002 at age 37.¹ He was buried at Dorchester Memory Gardens, Summerville, Dorchester County, South Carolina.¹

     David M. Collier was born on 18 July 1838 in Colliers Creek, Letcher County, Kentucky. He married Martha Ann Bagwell, daughter of Willis Bagwell and Ada Privett, on 23 February 1859 at Harlan, Harlan County, Kentucky. David M. Collier died on 26 July 1904 at age 66.

     Stephen Sergent was born on 18 March 1844 in Harlan, Harlan County, Kentucky. He married Elvira Elizabeth Bagwell, daughter of Willis Bagwell and Ada Privett, on 3 May 1866 at Harlan, Harlan County, Kentucky. Stephen Sergent died on 13 February 1917 in Letcher, Letcher County, Kentucky, at age 72.

     Neetumn George Bagwell was born on 8 March 1916. He was the son of John Littleton Bagwell and Ellen L. Garren. Neetumn George Bagwell married Homerene Evelyn Lance on 16 May 1944 at Greenville, South Carolina. Neetumn George Bagwell died on 20 July 2004 in Greenville, Greenville County, South Carolina, at age 88

Neetumn G. Bagwell, 88, of Greenville, died Tuesday, July 20, 2004, at Greenville Memorial Hospital.

A native of Henderson County, he was a son of the late John and Ellen Garren Bagwell, and was the husband of the late Homerene Lance Bagwell, who died in 1998.

A U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, he graduated from Christ School in Arden, and attended Spartanburg Methodist College. In 1940, he graduated from Wofford College, and completed his master's degree at Furman University.

A devoted teacher and coach, he retired from the Greenville County School System in 1980, after 31 years of service. He was a member of Piedmont Park United Methodist Church, where he was active in the United Methodist Men and the Friendship Sunday School Class. He was an avid gardener.

Surviving are two brothers, Mahlon "Cotton" Bagwell, of Weaverville, N.C., and Woodfin "Wood" Bagwell, of Asheville, N.C; and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by two special friends, Ann Thomas and Sandra Bridwell; and his beloved pet, Brindie Bagwell.

Burial will follow at Calvary Episcopal Churchyard. Military graveside honors will be rendered by the Hubert M. Smith American Legion Post #77, Hedrick-Rhodes VFW Post #5206 and Chapter #14 of the DAV.

He was buried at Calvary Episcopal Church Cemetery, Fletcher, Henderson County, North Carolina.

     Homerene Evelyn Lance was born on 7 March 1924 in Henderson County, North Carolina. As of after 1940,her married name was Bagwell. She married Neetumn George Bagwell, son of John Littleton Bagwell and Ellen L. Garren, on 16 May 1944 at Greenville, South Carolina. Homerene Evelyn Lance died on 8 September 1998 at age 74. She was buried at Calvary Episcopal Church Cemetery, Fletcher, Henderson County, North Carolina.

     Amanda Bagwell was born in 1879 in Georgia. She was the daughter of William Henry Bagwell and Margaret Zilley Lawrence. As of before 1910,her married name was Todd. Amanda Bagwell married (?) Todd before 1910.

     Sarah Caroline Sanders was born on 21 April 1853 in Hart County, Georgia. As of 10 January 1873,her married name was Herring. She married John N. Herring on 10 January 1873 at Hart County, Georgia. As of 4 December 1888,her married name was Bagwell. Sarah Caroline Sanders married William H. Bagwell on 4 December 1888 at Hart County, Georgia. Sarah Caroline Sanders died on 19 March 1950 in Franklin County, Alabama, at age 96. She was buried at Liberty Hill Cemetery, Liberty Hill, Franklin County, Alabama.

     Velma Butler was born on 18 October 1904 in Alabama. As of 9 November 1924,her married name was Bagwell. She married Alonzo Cornelius Bagwell Jr., son of Alonzo Cornelius Bagwell and Margaret Elizabeth Harp, on 9 November 1924 at Franklin County, Alabama. Velma Butler died on 15 April 1931 in Haleyville, Winston County, Alabama, at age 26. She was buried at Phil Campbell Cemetery, Phil Campbell, Franklin County, Alabama.

     Annie Sue Bagwell was born on 31 July 1925. She was the daughter of Thomas Wilton Bagwell and Eunice Ida Trotter. As of after 1940,her married name was Reid. Annie Sue Bagwell married William Brewster Reid after 1940. Annie Sue Bagwell died on 22 July 1993 at age 67. She was buried at Shiloh United Methodist Church Cemetery, Piedmont, Anderson County, South Carolina.

     Virginia Helderman was born on 18 February 1901 in North Carolina. As of after 1915,her married name was Bagwell. She married Larry Erwin Bagwell, son of Marcus B. Bagwell and Emmaline "Emily" Conly, after 1915. Virginia Helderman died on 9 January 1975 in Columbia, Richland County, South Carolina, at age 73
Her obituary appears in the Spartanburg Herald Journal Obituary Section on, Saturday, Jan. 11, 1975, on page A3.

Columbia, SC - Mrs. Virginia Helderman Bagwell died on Friday morning, Jan. 10, 1975, in a local nursing home, following a lengthy illness. Native of Hickory, NC and widow of Erwin Bagwell. Daughter of the late Jacob F. and Frances Keeber Helderman and a former resident of Spartanburg, SC. Resident of Columbia, SC for 19 years and a member of the Earlwood Baptist Church and a retired beautician. Survivors included: sister, Mrs. Lee A. Harley; brother, J. F. Helderman. She was 72 years of age at demise and interment was in the Greenlawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Original Obituary was rewritten to conform to Findagrave Rules by Record Hunter, Findagrave Member #47130288.)¹
She was buried at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Spartanburg, Spartanburg County, South Carolina.¹

     Betty Rice was born on 13 April 1926.¹ As of 13 November 1943,her married name was Bagwell. She married Charles Mac Bagwell, son of James Callie Bagwell and Bertie Eva Pruitt, on 13 November 1943 at Hart County, Georgia.² Betty Rice died on 3 September 1988 at age 62.¹ She was buried at Holly Springs Baptist Cemetery, Bowman, Elbert County, Georgia.

     Mary Ruth Bagwell was born on 11 March 1917 in Hart County, Georgia.¹ She was the daughter of James Callie Bagwell and Bertie Eva Pruitt. As of 18 December 1942,her married name was Cunningham. Mary Ruth Bagwell married Luther Martin Cunningham Jr. on 18 December 1942 at Hart County, Georgia.¹ Mary Ruth Bagwell died on 17 March 2012 in Hartwell, Hart County, Georgia, at age 95 Date:
March 11th, 1917 - March 17th, 2012

Obituary:
Mrs. Mary Ruth Bagwell Cunningham, 95, of 620 East Howell Street, Hartwell, died Saturday, March 17 at Hartwell Health Care Center.

Born on March 11, 1917 in the Goldmine Community of Hart County GA, she was the daughter of the late James Callie Bagwell and Bertie Pruitt Bagwell. Mrs. Cunningham worked for Hartwell Garment Company, Miss Melba's Kindergarten and retired from the Hart County School System, where she was a paraprofessional at Eagle Grove and Airline Elementary Schools. After retiring, she worked as a Wal-Mart greeter until she retired the second time at age 80. Mrs. Cunningham was a member of the Hartwell First United Methodist Church.

Survivors include her daughter, Linda C. Chipman of Buford GA; her son, Luther M. Cunningham III of Hartwell; her grandson, Luther M. "Marty" Cunningham IV and his wife Kim of Kennesaw GA; four grandsons, Thomas Martin Cunningham of Cabot AR, Erik Perez, Aleks Perez and Markus Perez all of Kennesaw GA and a daughter-in-law, Margaret Bloomberg of Hartwell also survive. Mrs. Cunningham was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, L. M. Cunningham Jr; her son-in-law, Alan D. Chipman; seven brothers, J.C. Bagwell, Thomas Bagwell, Glenn Bagwell, Frank Bagwell, Mac Bagwell, Ralph Bagwell and Hoyt Bagwell and two sisters, Merle B. Snelling and Ina E. Bagwell.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel of the Strickland Funeral Home of Hartwell with Dr. R. Allen Stewart and Rev. Eddie Simmons officiating. Burial will follow in the Nancy Hart Memorial Park.

The body is at the Strickland Funeral Home of Hartwell where the family will receive friends from 1:30-3:00 p.m. Tuesday afternoon. The family is at the home. Flowers optional, memorials may be made to the Hartwell First United Methodist Church Building Fund, 200 East Howell Street, Hartwell, GA 30643.

Cemetery:
Nancy Hart Memorial Park
1171 Royston Hwy.
Hartwell, GA 30643

(Published March 19, 2012 by Strickland Funeral Home, Hartwell, Georgia.)¹ She was buried at Nancy Hart Memorial Park, Hartwell, Hart County, Georgia.¹

     Luther Martin Cunningham Jr. was born in 1909 in Hart County, Georgia. He married Mary Ruth Bagwell, daughter of James Callie Bagwell and Bertie Eva Pruitt, on 18 December 1942 at Hart County, Georgia.¹ Luther Martin Cunningham Jr. died on 20 December 1998 in Hartwell, Hart County, Georgia. He was buried at Nancy Hart Memorial Park, Hartwell, Hart County, Georgia.