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Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Classmate
(edited by don for internet)
From: annahunter
Subject: My dad, Alex Coffin
From: annahunter
Subject: My dad, Alex Coffin
Dear Family and Friends,
We hope that you all are enjoying your summer! Some of you may have talked with Mom or Dad in the last several weeks, but if not, just a quick update…on July 1, my dad had surgery to remove a large abscess (as well as half of his liver) probably caused by his diverticulitis. Although the surgery went remarkably well, Dad’s recovery has been difficult thus far . . . Thankfully, surgeons are happy with his recovery so far . .
Mom and Dad are incredibly grateful for your caring, well-wishes, and thoughtfulness. Mom specifically asks your forgiveness for not replying promptly to messages. I will be sending updates occasionally to help Mom, and please feel free to contact me at any time with questions/thoughts, and I’ll be happy to share with Mom and Dad. Thank you so much for your kindness to them!
. . . . thank you so, so much for caring for our family!
With love and gratitude,
Anna (Coffin) Hunter (Alex and Sonia’s daughter)
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Wednesday, July 6, 2011
20110720 July get-together ASHEBORO HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF '55
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Subject:
July get-together
Date:
Wed, 6 Jul 2011 15:21:45 -0400
From:
Ann Hamlet
ASHEBORO HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF '55
July Get-together
Wednesday, July 20
11:30 a.m.
Something Different Steaks & Kabobs
1512 F-H Zoo Pkwy., Asheboro
(Off Hwy. 64 behind CVS Pharmacy)
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Something Different Steaks &Kabobs - 1512 F H Zoo Parkway, Asheboro, NC
Subject:
July get-together
Date:
Wed, 6 Jul 2011 15:21:45 -0400
From:
Ann Hamlet
ASHEBORO HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF '55
July Get-together
Wednesday, July 20
11:30 a.m.
Something Different Steaks & Kabobs
1512 F-H Zoo Pkwy., Asheboro
(Off Hwy. 64 behind CVS Pharmacy)
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Something Different Steaks &Kabobs - 1512 F H Zoo Parkway, Asheboro, NC
Friday, June 24, 2011
Carol Wallace Schneider's mom
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Carol's mother, Irene Wallace, age 92, died Wednesday, June 22. Visitation is on Sunday, June 26 from 9:30-10:30a.m. at Pugh Funeral Home with graveside service following at 11:00 a.m.
Carol's address is (ask Ann) Atlanta, GA
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Ann
| Subject: | Carol Wallace Schneider's mom |
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| Date: | Fri, 24 Jun 2011 13:41:26 -0400 |
| From: | Ann Hamlet |
| To: |
Carol's mother, Irene Wallace, age 92, died Wednesday, June 22. Visitation is on Sunday, June 26 from 9:30-10:30a.m. at Pugh Funeral Home with graveside service following at 11:00 a.m.
Carol's address is (ask Ann) Atlanta, GA
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Ann
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Janet Lucas Graves
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AHS Blog Posting http://1955ahs.blogspot.com/2011/06/janet-lucas-graves.html
AHS Blog http://1955ahs.blogspot.com/
Obit and links at Pugh Funeral Home http://pughfuneralhome.com/obituary_view/81474
Video by Pugh: http://pughfuneralhome.com/mcplayer.php?id=1282&detectflash=false
Smugmug Pictures http://donredding.smugmug.com/School/Asheboro-High-School-Class-of/20110613Janet/17549972_LjNX45#1335978436_4dHDb3v
Lots of Pictures of Janet (Later)

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AHS Blog Posting http://1955ahs.blogspot.com/2011/06/janet-lucas-graves.html
AHS Blog http://1955ahs.blogspot.com/
Obit and links at Pugh Funeral Home http://pughfuneralhome.com/obituary_view/81474
Video by Pugh: http://pughfuneralhome.com/mcplayer.php?id=1282&detectflash=false
Smugmug Pictures http://donredding.smugmug.com/School/Asheboro-High-School-Class-of/20110613Janet/17549972_LjNX45#1335978436_4dHDb3v
Lots of Pictures of Janet (Later)
AHS Blog Posting http://1955ahs.blogspot.com/2011/06/janet-lucas-graves.html
AHS Blog http://1955ahs.blogspot.com/
Obit and links at Pugh Funeral Home http://pughfuneralhome.com/obituary_view/81474
Video by Pugh: http://pughfuneralhome.com/mcplayer.php?id=1282&detectflash=false
Smugmug Pictures http://donredding.smugmug.com/School/Asheboro-High-School-Class-of/20110613Janet/17549972_LjNX45#1335978436_4dHDb3v
Lots of Pictures of Janet (Later)

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AHS Blog Posting http://1955ahs.blogspot.com/2011/06/janet-lucas-graves.html
AHS Blog http://1955ahs.blogspot.com/
Obit and links at Pugh Funeral Home http://pughfuneralhome.com/obituary_view/81474
Video by Pugh: http://pughfuneralhome.com/mcplayer.php?id=1282&detectflash=false
Smugmug Pictures http://donredding.smugmug.com/School/Asheboro-High-School-Class-of/20110613Janet/17549972_LjNX45#1335978436_4dHDb3v
Lots of Pictures of Janet (Later)
Monday, May 16, 2011
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Little Darlin 1957 and 2007 by Diamonds and Elvis and Maurice Williams & the Zodiacs
From Eddie:
Some of you may be too young to remember... but I think you will enjoy it too...
If you were alive in 1957, and old enough to enjoy Rock and Roll, you will probably remember the group, "The Diamonds" who had just launched their super hit "Little Darlin' ". This should bring back a few memories. Ahhh yes, the good old days. I remember it well. Nice to see some things get
ting better with age!
In 1957, The Diamonds had a hit with "Little Darlin". 47 and 50 years later, they were requested to perform at Atlantic City .. This link leads to both performances.
Watch the first one then scroll down for the new one 50 years later.
Be sure to scroll to second performance. and further down for Elvis.
Furhter down for the real originals from Charlotte NC, Maurice Williams & the Zodiacs
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xxxx
Elvis
Maurice Williams
Some of you may be too young to remember... but I think you will enjoy it too...
If you were alive in 1957, and old enough to enjoy Rock and Roll, you will probably remember the group, "The Diamonds" who had just launched their super hit "Little Darlin' ". This should bring back a few memories. Ahhh yes, the good old days. I remember it well. Nice to see some things get
ting better with age!
In 1957, The Diamonds had a hit with "Little Darlin". 47 and 50 years later, they were requested to perform at Atlantic City .. This link leads to both performances.
Watch the first one then scroll down for the new one 50 years later.
Be sure to scroll to second performance. and further down for Elvis.
Furhter down for the real originals from Charlotte NC, Maurice Williams & the Zodiacs
xxx
xxxx
Elvis
Maurice Williams
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
2011.04. 20-Hibachii Grill for our lunch on Wednesday April 20th at 11:30 A.M.
AHS Class of '55
Spring Meeting
WEDNESDAY, April 20, 2011
11:30 a.m.
Hibachi Grill
1415 E. Dixie Dr., Asheboro
(rear meeting room)
NOTE CHANGE OF DAY TO WEDNESDAYSubject: Class lunch
Date: Wed, 30 Mar 2011 14:40:51 -0400
From: Eddie Wilkes
To: Lloyd Hamlet
Have reserved the Hibachi Grill for our lunch on Wednesday April 20th at 11:30 A.M. Same room as before, back left. Hope to see a big crowd. Note change to Wednesday as decided at the last meeting.
Eddie
Spring Meeting
WEDNESDAY, April 20, 2011
11:30 a.m.
Hibachi Grill
1415 E. Dixie Dr., Asheboro
(rear meeting room)
NOTE CHANGE OF DAY TO WEDNESDAYSubject: Class lunch
Date: Wed, 30 Mar 2011 14:40:51 -0400
From: Eddie Wilkes
To: Lloyd Hamlet
Have reserved the Hibachi Grill for our lunch on Wednesday April 20th at 11:30 A.M. Same room as before, back left. Hope to see a big crowd. Note change to Wednesday as decided at the last meeting.
Eddie
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
1952 (estimated) Pictures from Julia Gregson on 2011.02.22
1952 estimated Pictures from Julia Gregson on 2011.02.22
(Click Here or on Thumbnails below to see larger pictures)
(Click Here or on Thumbnails below to see larger pictures)
Friday, February 11, 2011
Joan - update 2/16/2011
The latest on Joan from Gwen. Moses Cone is at 1200 N. Elm St., Greensboro, NC 27401. I plan to send a card today.
Lloyd
More good news about Joan.
Lloyd
From: Gwen
Date: Fri, Feb 11, 2011 at 9:02 PM
Subject: Joan
To: lloyd hamlet
Lloyd
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From: Gwen Subject: Joan To: Lloyd hamlet 2/3/2011 9:32 AM
Lloyd
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From: Gwen
Date: Wed, Feb 16, 2011 at 7:03 PM
Subject: Joan To: lloyd hamlet
From: Gwen
Date: Wed, Feb 16, 2011 at 7:03 PM
Subject: Joan To: lloyd hamlet
Lloyd
Just to let everyone know the latest about Joan. They got the lab report back today and she does have cancer in the lymph nodes. It's not in the center of her chest but it is around the lung. The Doctor is going to try to let her come home this weekend but I really have my doubts. We can hope. She will be starting chemo in about three weeks and that will be done in Asheboro.
Her spirits are still good and I know she would love to hear from everyone. She is at Moses Cone in Greensboro in room 315. She can have visitors anytime except from 2:00-4:00.
Will keep you informed how things go.
Gwen
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More good news about Joan.
Lloyd
From: Gwen
Date: Fri, Feb 11, 2011 at 9:02 PM
Subject: Joan
To: lloyd hamlet
Lloyd, Wanted to give you the latest about Joan. She had her surgery this morning. I talked to the surgeon when it was over and he said everything went great. He took out the top half of her right lung. They won't know about the lympth nodes until the report comes back but he said everything looked good.
Joan actually ate a few bites this afternoon, then told everyone to go home, she was tired I can't imagine why.
I know her good report was the result of all the prayers, so don't stop until all this is over.
Good news from Gwen about Joan.Lloyd
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From: Gwen Subject: Joan To: Lloyd hamlet 2/3/2011 9:32 AM
Lloyd, Just an update on Joan. She say the surgeon yesterday and the cancer had not spread to any other places, which is wonderful. He is going to take out half of her right lung. The surgery is scheduled for next Friday. I think that is the 11th. Everyone please keep her in your prayers.
Will keep you updated
Gwen 2/3/2011 9:32 AM
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The following is forwarded from Gwen.
Lloyd
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From: Gwen Date: Thu, Jan 27, 2011 at 8:26PM Subject: Joan To: lloyd hamlet
Lloyd, I have some bad news about Joan that I think we should share with everyone.They have found a large growing mass in her right lung. She went to the surgeon yesterday and he told her it was cancer. She goes to Wesley Long on Monday to have a brain scan and body scan to see if it has spread there. They are also going to do some kind of breathing test to see how she breathes. He told her it was not an impossible situation but very difficult. He said there would be radiation and chemo. We don't know about surgery yet. We all know that there are miracles in prayer and we need to be praying alot for Joan. I will keep you updated on how things go. I might add that Joan's spirits are very good. I'm sure she would love to get card from everyone. Gwen Jan 27, 2011
Her address is found at
click here
. . .(password required, ask don if you need reminding )
The following is forwarded from Gwen.
Lloyd
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From: Gwen Date: Thu, Jan 27, 2011 at 8:26PM Subject: Joan To: lloyd hamlet
Lloyd, I have some bad news about Joan that I think we should share with everyone.They have found a large growing mass in her right lung. She went to the surgeon yesterday and he told her it was cancer. She goes to Wesley Long on Monday to have a brain scan and body scan to see if it has spread there. They are also going to do some kind of breathing test to see how she breathes. He told her it was not an impossible situation but very difficult. He said there would be radiation and chemo. We don't know about surgery yet. We all know that there are miracles in prayer and we need to be praying alot for Joan. I will keep you updated on how things go. I might add that Joan's spirits are very good. I'm sure she would love to get card from everyone. Gwen Jan 27, 2011
Her address is found at
click here
. . .(password required, ask don if you need reminding )
Saturday, February 5, 2011
1955AHS Blog Postings for last Month
Hi Folks
Hope you are using our 1955AHS Blog and that you will suggest additions, corrections, or deletions. Thanks.
Below are links to postings during the last Month or so. Click on any link to go to the subject.
Good Luck
Don
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Menu of Blog Postings
- ▼ 2011 (11)
- ▼ January (9)
- 1953 photos received from David G on 20110128
- News of Joan
- Sagebrush Steakhouse Tuesday, January 18 11:30 a.m...
- Rock N' Roll Quiz from Ben Witherington
- 1940's our ages of about 3 to say 13 years old
- Take Me Back To The Fifties - music
- More oldies of the fifties and sixties - cars
- C.J. Browne
- Guy York
- ▼ January (9)
Friday, January 28, 2011
1953 photos received from David G on 20110128
Refresh Screen a couple of times if pictures are not showing soon!
Click picture to see them all on Smugmug
Click picture to see them all on Smugmug
Thursday, January 27, 2011
News of Joan
The following is forwarded from Gwen.
Lloyd
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From: Gwen Date: Thu, Jan 27, 2011 at 8:26PM Subject: Joan To: lloyd hamlet
Lloyd, I have some bad news about Joan that I think we should share with everyone.They have found a large growing mass in her right lung. She went to the surgeon yesterday and he told her it was cancer. She goes to Wesley Long on Monday to have a brain scan and body scan to see if it has spread there. They are also going to do some kind of breathing test to see how she breathes. He told her it was not an impossible situation but very difficult. He said there would be radiation and chemo. We don't know about surgery yet. We all know that there are miracles in prayer and we need to be praying alot for Joan. I will keep you updated on how things go. I might add that Joan's spirits are very good. I'm sure she would love to get card from everyone. Gwen
Her address is found at
click here
. . .(password required, ask don if you need reminding )
Lloyd
---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Gwen Date: Thu, Jan 27, 2011 at 8:26PM Subject: Joan To: lloyd hamlet
Lloyd, I have some bad news about Joan that I think we should share with everyone.They have found a large growing mass in her right lung. She went to the surgeon yesterday and he told her it was cancer. She goes to Wesley Long on Monday to have a brain scan and body scan to see if it has spread there. They are also going to do some kind of breathing test to see how she breathes. He told her it was not an impossible situation but very difficult. He said there would be radiation and chemo. We don't know about surgery yet. We all know that there are miracles in prayer and we need to be praying alot for Joan. I will keep you updated on how things go. I might add that Joan's spirits are very good. I'm sure she would love to get card from everyone. Gwen
Her address is found at
click here
. . .(password required, ask don if you need reminding )
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Sagebrush Steakhouse Tuesday, January 18 11:30 a.m.
Sagebrush Steakhouse
Tuesday, January 18
11:30 a.m.
Sorry, I missed the Luncheon and I was told no one has any news or pictures for our blog. I understand 22 people were there and going forward we changed the meeting date from Tuesday to Wednesday which will make it even harder for me to make.
If you do have news or pictures, let me know. thanks don
Tuesday, January 18
11:30 a.m.
Sorry, I missed the Luncheon and I was told no one has any news or pictures for our blog. I understand 22 people were there and going forward we changed the meeting date from Tuesday to Wednesday which will make it even harder for me to make.
If you do have news or pictures, let me know. thanks don
Monday, January 24, 2011
Rock N' Roll Quiz from Ben Witherington
Folks, here is a fun exercise. Select your favorite Musician from a pair and see what Ben Witherington III has to say about your choices. Start off with the quiz at the first link below, then move on to the analysis of each set of ten selections. Confusing it sounds the way I described it, but just check out the first and second link below and it should be clear(er!).
By the way, Ben Witherington is a world-renowned Theologian, and I have known him and his parents since about 1963 beginning in High Point. His Dad (Ben Jr) moved to Charlotte with BankofAmerica (well a predecessor) and I renewed our friendship through work and in my Sunday School Class. In the meantime, young Ben was getting educated at UNC and then earning a PhD and other degrees elsewhere. He now is on the faculty of a Bible College and travels around the world lecturing. He and I have been to Panther and UNC games together, and he has many interests as you will see from his analysis of musicians. He is a good guy and friend.
It begins . ..you, by manipulating the rockster machine can import your favorite bands to play for you for a day. So who would you choose?
By the way, Ben Witherington is a world-renowned Theologian, and I have known him and his parents since about 1963 beginning in High Point. His Dad (Ben Jr) moved to Charlotte with BankofAmerica (well a predecessor) and I renewed our friendship through work and in my Sunday School Class. In the meantime, young Ben was getting educated at UNC and then earning a PhD and other degrees elsewhere. He now is on the faculty of a Bible College and travels around the world lecturing. He and I have been to Panther and UNC games together, and he has many interests as you will see from his analysis of musicians. He is a good guy and friend.
It begins . ..you, by manipulating the rockster machine can import your favorite bands to play for you for a day. So who would you choose?
Rock N' Roll Quiz
Rock N' Roll Quiz-- the Analysis of the First Ten
Rock N' Roll Quiz-- the Analysis of the Second Ten
Rock N' Roll Quiz-- the Analysis of the Third Ten
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Take Me Back To The Fifties - music
Take Me Back To The Fifties
For those of you who remember and for those who missed out on the experience of the 50's.
This is one of the best 50's video's I've seen. You will enjoy this. But only if you were in our generation or very close. . . ... And if you were not in this generation -- listen and eat your hearts out. It was one of the best of times..
http://oldfortyfives.com/TakeMeBackToTheFifties.htm
Subject: one of the best of times..
From Diana . . . and others
From Diana . . . and others
This is one of the best 50's video's I've seen. You will enjoy this. But only if you were in our generation or very close. . . ... And if you were not in this generation -- listen and eat your hearts out. It was one of the best of times..
http://oldfortyfives.com/TakeMeBackToTheFifties.htm
Friday, January 14, 2011
C.J. Browne
Other than Alex Coffin, no other friend was as supportive of my athletic endeavors as CJ. I always loved it when he used his favorite nickname for me of "Pro." Even without that, he was a good guy . . .don
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Subject: RE: You May Remember This Person -
Date: Fri, 14 Jan 2011 09:28:19 -0500
From: Gus Galloway
C.J. and I were friends and for a while somewhat close. Of course I remember the football but a couple of other things. His dad was a constable and participated on still raids. Whenever they found a ‘good’ still his dad would keep a couple of half gallons for himself and to give away which he stashed in a closet under the stairs. Once when C J and I were going to W C ( Women’s College) in Greensboro to participate in an all state chorus for a couple of days we went into this closet and poured a little off several jars which we took with us. Just a wonderful memory of the fun of our youth. God Bless, Gus
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We knew him as C.J. Browne when he attended AHS:
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-------- Original Message --------
Subject: RE: You May Remember This Person -
Date: Fri, 14 Jan 2011 09:28:19 -0500
From: Gus Galloway
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-------- Original Message --------
| Subject: | Fwd: You May Remember This Person - |
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| Date: | Fri, 14 Jan 2011 06:22:58 -0500 |
| From: | Eddie Wilkes |
Chesley James Browne, Jr.
YORKTOWN, Va.— Chesley James Browne, Jr., 72, died Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011, at the Medical College of Virginia Hospital after a brief illness.
Mr. Browne was born Feb. 8, 1938, in Central Falls, N.C., to Thelma Mae Keesee Browne and Chesley James Browne, Sr.
He graduated from Asheboro High School, Wingate College, and East Carolina University, where he played football.
He served in the Navy from 1960-1962 and moved to the Peninsula in 1962 and attended a masters program at the College of William and Mary.
He was employed in education and insurance and financial services. As an educator, he worked as a teacher and coach at Newport News High School. Affectionately called “Mr. John Hancock’’ on the Peninsula, he was past president of the Peninsula Life Underwriters Association and remained active in the Peninsula Underwriter Training Council. He was supervisor and assistant general agent for John Hancock Life Insurance Company, CA Swanson Hornsby General Agency, Newport News, Va.
For years, he was a leading agent for both Newport News and Norfolk John Hancock Agencies, and he was a Life and participating member of the Million Dollar Round Table - an insurance industry-wide honor.
His community involvement also included being the past president of the Peninsula Sports Club, Yorktown Rotary Club, where he was an active member, and the Marlbank Recreation Association.
Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Mary Ann Browne; daughters, Suzanna Edens and husband, Ed of Raleigh, and Amy Teague and husband, Brian of Richmond, Va.; grandchildren, Jamie and Grace Edens, Katie and Connor Teague; sisters, Dru Hudson and husband, Charles, of High Point, and Connie Browne-Edwards and husband, Marshall, of High Point; brother, Barry J. Browne of Asheboro; and other loving nephews.
A graveside service will be held 1 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 16, 2011, in Peninsula Memorial Park, with the Rev. Charles N. Moore officiating.
A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. at Crooks Memorial United Methodist Church followed by visitation and a reception.
Memorial donations may be made to Crooks Memorial United Methodist Church, 204 Cook Road, Yorktown, VA 23692 or Yorktown Rotary Foundation Education Program, P.O. Box 142, Yorktown, VA 23690-0142; or a charity of your choice.
Peninsula Funeral Home, Newport News, Va., is in charge of arrangements.
---------------------------------YORKTOWN, Va.— Chesley James Browne, Jr., 72, died Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011, at the Medical College of Virginia Hospital after a brief illness.
Mr. Browne was born Feb. 8, 1938, in Central Falls, N.C., to Thelma Mae Keesee Browne and Chesley James Browne, Sr.
He graduated from Asheboro High School, Wingate College, and East Carolina University, where he played football.
He served in the Navy from 1960-1962 and moved to the Peninsula in 1962 and attended a masters program at the College of William and Mary.
He was employed in education and insurance and financial services. As an educator, he worked as a teacher and coach at Newport News High School. Affectionately called “Mr. John Hancock’’ on the Peninsula, he was past president of the Peninsula Life Underwriters Association and remained active in the Peninsula Underwriter Training Council. He was supervisor and assistant general agent for John Hancock Life Insurance Company, CA Swanson Hornsby General Agency, Newport News, Va.
For years, he was a leading agent for both Newport News and Norfolk John Hancock Agencies, and he was a Life and participating member of the Million Dollar Round Table - an insurance industry-wide honor.
His community involvement also included being the past president of the Peninsula Sports Club, Yorktown Rotary Club, where he was an active member, and the Marlbank Recreation Association.
Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Mary Ann Browne; daughters, Suzanna Edens and husband, Ed of Raleigh, and Amy Teague and husband, Brian of Richmond, Va.; grandchildren, Jamie and Grace Edens, Katie and Connor Teague; sisters, Dru Hudson and husband, Charles, of High Point, and Connie Browne-Edwards and husband, Marshall, of High Point; brother, Barry J. Browne of Asheboro; and other loving nephews.
A graveside service will be held 1 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 16, 2011, in Peninsula Memorial Park, with the Rev. Charles N. Moore officiating.
A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. at Crooks Memorial United Methodist Church followed by visitation and a reception.
Memorial donations may be made to Crooks Memorial United Methodist Church, 204 Cook Road, Yorktown, VA 23692 or Yorktown Rotary Foundation Education Program, P.O. Box 142, Yorktown, VA 23690-0142; or a charity of your choice.
Peninsula Funeral Home, Newport News, Va., is in charge of arrangements.
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| Subject: | Fwd: C.J. Browne |
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| Date: | Sun, 09 Jan 2011 05:56:09 -0500 |
| From: | Eddie Wilkes |
Just got word that C.J. died today around 12;30 PM. Don't have any details at this point. Understand he had a heart valve problem, but don't know anything about the particulars....................
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