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HISTORIC LINWOOD FOUNDATION, INC.
VOLUME 14 NUMBER 2 SPRING 2010
Springtime
in
Linwood
Cemetery
The 14th Annual Meeting of the Membership
F. Clason Kyle, Guest Speaker
"The story of Truman Thomas"
Historic Linwood Foundation invites you to the 14th Annual Meeting of the Membership. We have
scheduled the meeting for Monday, May 3, 2010 at 5:30 p.m. We plan to start under the old Oak
Tree for our meeting and then take a short walk for the unveiling of the Truman Thomas grave
marker.
You will be pleased to know F. Clason Kyle, local author and historian, has kindly accepted our
invitation as guest Speaker for this years' meeting. It seems very appropriate for Clason to be
presenting the story of young Truman Thomas because as many of you are already aware, Mr.
Kyle, born May 5, 1929 is a descendent of Dr. Edward L. deGraffenreid who was one of the five
original commissioners in Columbus.
The five commissioners for Columbus appointed Edward Lloyd Thomas, Truman's father, as the
first planner and surveyor for the town. With that said, Clason will tell the rest of this story.
We would like to acknowledge and thank Mr. Robert (Bob) Galer for his research and the
contribution of the Truman Thomas commemorative marker as this plays such an important role
in Linwood Cemetery's history. Bob Galer has been a constant at the Foundation since its
beginning. He has a long history of locating grave markers both locally and internationally.
Thanks again for your work on Truman's grave marker.Jne
Dear Linwood Members,
Historic Linwood Foundation
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE The Foundation has been gearing up for the 2010 Annual Meeting of the
Membership. We will meet in the cemetery, under the old oak tree. After
Chairman of the Board our business meeting, we will take a short walk to unveil the memorial
John M. Sheftall marker for Truman Thomas contributed by Bob Galer.
President We would like to take this opportunity to extend an invitation to you to
Scott L. Boyce join us for the membership meeting. It is a time for you to gain
knowledge of what is happening at Linwood. New officers will be
Vice-President announced at the meeting and you will have the opportunity to meet with
Pat N.Walters them.
Secretary The next page of the newsletter will highlight the continuing efforts for
Mary Jane Galer restoring and preserving the cemetery. Bo Patterson has repaired,
Treasurer replaced and restored brick enclosures through rain and snow "literally";
John W. Walden, Jr. since his return in November of 2009.
Immediate Past President The began work in the "Bush" lot, across from the Hardaway
Frank G. Lumpkin in Mausoleum. Mrs. Blauchette Chappell Maier of Atlanta, contributed to
the restoration of this lot where some of her ancestors are buried. Mrs.
Maier and her husband Frank are members of the Historic Linwood
Historic Linwood Foundation Foundation.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Arthur Bickerstaff After thejwork in the "Bush" lot, Bo made a few repairs along that same
Perry L. Borom, Jr. grassy lane before moving to the "Curtis" lot where he repaired part of
Warren W. Foley the enclosure. David Via completed restoration on several of the tablets
Thomas Gristina in the Curtis lot in May of 2009, and now with the brick work finished,
John S. Holt, Jr. the lot has been fully restored. The Curtis lot is located across from the
Barbara Houser "Spencer" monument on the Northeast side of the cemetery and many
Linda J. Kennedy thanks to Katherine Jordan Waddell for her contributions toward
Frazier Loomis restoring the Curtis lot.
Gordon F. Pease
The work continued into the "Hill" lot located across from the Curtis lot.
Elizabeth A. Taylor
This lot has several graves that were constructed out of bricks which is
Kathryn S. Vaught
not unusual in Linwood. Many of the brick on the grave tops were
Katherine J. Waddell
broken and/or missing and have now been reused or replaced. As a note
of interest, Bo Patterson has ancestors buried in the Hill lot. I would like
Exec. Dir. & Newsletter Editor to extend our thanks for the anonymous contribution that was made
Deby L. Payne toward the restoration repairs in the Hill lot.
Assistant
Jane Brady If you happen to drive down the paved road toward the chapel, you will
Ex-Officio see two restoration signs on the left side near the top of the hill. These
Elizabeth Barker, HCF Director lots were in terrible condition before recent brick work was completed.
City Cemetery Division Mgr. Please take a minute to look at the before and after photos on the next
Deborah Abraham page to see what the foundation can accomplish with your help.
Restoration Brick Mason
Robert "Bo" Patterson, Jr. As always, we thank each of you for caring about this Historical
Monument Conservator Cemetery. If you are interested in restoration work in your loved ones
David Via
lot, please contact the office and I will be glad to assist you.
Stone Faces & Sacred Spaces
Deby Payne, Executive DirectorRestoration Photos
The pictures above show how the Bush Lot looks before restoration, and after
The left photo shows the Curtis Lot before restoration; the right photo, after
The picture on the left shows the brick enclosures near the road leading down to the chapel as
they looked before restoration. The picture on the right shows the wall as it looks today.
Please Note:
As of April 1st, 20 JO; any real or artificial/lowers will be removed on a regular basis.
This effort will insure that Linwood Cemetery is well kept,
in remembrance and respect of our loved ones.Jne d \Ljeqacy age
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Memorials & Gifts ... Dec. 10kth
m through Mar. 10, 2010
Historic Linwood Foundation is grateful for the generosity and support of the following donors:
Welcome New Members: Memorials;
Sarah Patterson Fair joined February 1, 2010 Mr. and Mrs. David A. Cartledge
J. Carson and Millie Patrick joined February 10,2010 in Memory of Sam Buracker
Mr. and Mrs. David A. Cartledge
Member Renewals for this Quarter: in Memory of Harry Frederick Boyce, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Mizeil Alexander Mr. and Mrs. Elliott Kirven
Mrs. Mary Jane Galer
Mr. and Mrs. Arch V. Arnold III Mr. F. Clason Kyle
Mr. Danny Bass Mrs. Jane H, Loflin in Memory of Harry Frederick Boyce, Jr.
Mr. George R. Bedsole Ms Sarah Lummus
Mr. and Mrs. Frank H. Maier, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. William Hardegree
Mrs. Ann Beckham
Mr. and Mrs. Walker R. Bickerstaff Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. McEachern in Memory of Harry Frederick Boyce. Jr.
Mr. Richard H. Bickerstaff, Sr. Mrs. Susan Blanchard Metcalf
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Y. Bradley Mrs. Helen J. Olnick Mrs. Linda J. Kennedy
Mrs. Suzanne Foley Brown Mr. and Mrs. John Page in Memory of Harry Frederick Boyce, Jr.
Mr. Rick Caldwell Ms Celia Page
Mrs. Sarah A. Carroll Mr. and Mrs, Gregory Payne Mr. and Mrs. Joseph R. Walters, Jr.
Mr. W. Garner Cheney Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Puckett in Memory of Harry Frederick Boyce, Jr.
First Presbyterian Church Miss Dee Rainey
Mrs. Sarah T. Butier Mr. and Mrs. Clifford B. Robertson Ms Linda Campbell
Mr. and Mrs. William S. Connolly Mrs. David Rothschild 11 in Memory of Dolores Regina Gray
Mr. and Mr. Tom Cook, Jr. Dr. Phillip T. Schley
Mr. and Mrs. Robert K. David, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Frank B. Schley III Ms Betty M. Coulter
Mrs. Mary Connolly Egan Mrs. Faye Sellers in Memory of Dolores Regina Gray
Eason, Duncan Families Mr. and Mrs. Jerry M. Smith
Mr. and Mrs. James L. Fay Mrs. Dorothy Faye Smith
Mrs. Ethel Foley
Mr. and Mrs. Richard Fields Mr. Tracy Spencer
Mrs. Nell Gardiner Turner Spettel in Memory of Delores Regina Gray
Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Flowers
Mr. Warren W. Foley Mrs. Nancy M. Stainsby
Mr. and Mrs. Trip Tomlinson Mrs. Linda J. Kennedy
Mr. and Mrs. Frank D. Foley HI
Mr. and Mrs. Claude C. Fox Mr. and Mrs. Hooper Turner in Memory of Dolores Regina Gray
Mrs. Sue Funk Mr. and Mrs. E. Scott Van Ness
Col. And Mrs. David K. Gerber Mr. and Mrs. John W. Walden, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. William H. Maloney
Mr. James Green Mrs. Oline K. Watkins in Memory of Delores Regina Gray
Mr. and Mrs. LeRoy Harvey Lynn and Nancy Weekley
Mr. and Mrs. Sam Hatcher Mr. and Mrs. Sam M. Wellborn Ms Robin Pennock
Mr. and Mrs. John T. Hazel, Jr. Mr. Robert E. Willett in Memory of Dolores Regina Gray
Dr. and Mrs. W. Lloyd Hudson, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Williamson
Ms Peggy P. Jenkins Ms Laurie Woolfolk Family Office Matters
Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Kennedy Mr. William C. Woolfolk HI in Memory of Dolores Regina Gray
Mr. James W. Key Mrs. W.H. Young 111
Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Kibler Mr. and Mrs. William H. Young IV
Dr. and Mrs. Edward B. Kinner Honorarium:
Ms Julia Wilcox Lumpkin
in Honor of Mr. Frank G. Lumpkin III
I Spring blooming bulbs are a fitting symbol of rebirth and resurrection.
Chapel Angels:
If you have any old fashion daffodils (Narcissus x Medioluteus) or
Ms Julia Wilcox Lumpkin
bearded iris (Irisyalbicans) known as "Cemetery Whites" ...
Four G's Foundation
and would like to share your bulbs with Linwood, please bring them to
The Jordan Foundation, Inc.
the Foundation office.
Help us add blooms to this historic setting.HISTORIC LINWOOD FOUNDATION, INC. NON-PROFIT ORG.
P.O. BOX 1057 US POSTAGE
COLUMBUS, GA 31902-1057 COLUMNS, GA
PERMIT NO 273
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MISSION STATEMENT
TO PRESERVE AND MAINTAIN LINWOOD CEMETERY AS AN HISTORIC AND CULTURAL SITE OF IMPORTANCE
TO THE CITY OF COLUMBUS AND ITS CITIZENS. TO ASSIST THE CITY OF COLUMBUS IN RESTORING,
PRESERVING, IMPROVING, MAINTAINING AND MANAGING LINWOOD CEMETERY, AND TO EDUCATE THE
PUBLIC WITH RESPECT TO THE CULTURAL AND HISTORIC VALUES OF LINWOOD CEMETERY, AND FOR OTHER
EDUCATIONAL AND CHARITABLE PURPOSES.
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Do you have Family buried in Linwood Cemetery?
Membership Categories:
STUDENT: $15.00 FRIEND: $35.00 FAMILY: $50.00
GATEKEEPER: $125.00 GUARDIAN ANGEL: $250.00
ARCHANGEL: $500.00 PATRON SAINT: $1000.00 LEGACY CIRCLE: $5000.00
Please check the category you desire and send your check to:
HISTORIC LINWOOD FOUNDATION, INC - P. O. BOX 1057 - COLUMBUS, GA 31902
Phone # 706-321-8285 Email: hlfinfo(5)knologv.net website: www.linwoodcemeterv.oroYou can also read
