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Visitin’ Just to whet your appetite, they also partook of rum and lime punch. Pimms # 1 cup. flowerpot cheese appetizer. fresh grape salsa, bread salad with roasted corn and pep pers, spaghetti with uncooked tomato sauce and lemon sorbet and blackberry Members of PHS Class of ’SB gather to remember classmate Jimmy Wilson By JOAN DORSETT Home Journal Staff Our Perry High School class of 1958, his large family. Pathfinders Sunday School classmates and fellow workers and friends said gtxxibve to Jimmy Wilson Aug. 7 at Perry United Methodist Church. Following the music “Why Me?" bv Kris Kristofferson, his longtime friend Larry Walker gave a eulogy which included history of the Wilson family and Perry that brought comfort and fond memories to the family and friends. Said Walker: “I gave the eulogy at Bobby Branch’s funeral. Bobby weighed over 350 pounds. I said that Bobby was, literally and figuratively. A big man.' I spoke at Wilbur King's funeral. Wilbur was about 6 feet tail and weighed over 250 pounds. 1 called Wilbur A big man.' Jimmy Wilson was about 5 feet 6 inches tall or should 1 say 5 feet 6 inches short. But. he too, in the very best sense of the words was A big man.' "1 have known the Wilson family all of my life. Jerry, who is 2 years younger than Jimmy, and I went through 12 years of school together. Janice and I consider Faye and Jerry to be two of our very best friends. 1 visited in the Wilson home, often staying overnight. "Jerry. Bobby Jones, Jerry Horton and 1 worked during the summer of 1963 at Texas Steel Co. for Durward (Will) in Ft. Worth. Texas’. Ahrf and fhh „ ward served as our parents while we were in Texas. I spent the night with Bo and Sara Beth when they lived in Charleston, S.C., and they have spent the night in our home. I visited and laughed with Jack and Chris tine, when Jack ran the amuse ment park at I fouston Lake. "I learned from and loved Margaret. 1 knew the father, "Mr. Sam", who died shortly after Jimmy graduated from high school. And, of course, I knew the matriarch and the "glue” that held the Wilson crowd together Eunice a stronger and better woman never lived. And so, I believe I am qualified to talk about this wonderful family and this strong yet gentle man, Jimmy Wilson, whom we come to remember today. Thank you Wilson family for this privilege. - - ii . - , i . n CELEBRATING 95 Dollie Newberry. 95, with her family including (from left) Keith Newberry, Linda Newberry, Philip Newberry, Melissa Newberry, Pep Newber ry, Laura Newberry, Mildred Newberry, Large group gathers to celebrate Newberry s birthday Special to m Home Jourhai. Approximately 556 relatives and friends of Dollie Newberry attended her 95th birth day party Aug. 8 at Perry United Methodist Church fellowship hall. There were guests from Perry, Macon, Gray. Lizella, Warner Robins, Byron, Fort Valley, Unadilla, Snow, Cordele, Vienna, Elko, Grovania, Henderson. Stoekbridge, Chattanooga and Knoxville, Tenn., Corinth, Vliss. and Panacea. Fla. sauce in crisp phyllo tulips. • •• Pound Puppy Report Nothing fancy this week, but sometimes plain is just what’s best. Animal Control Officer Dan Bass at 988- 2800 has a small, long haired brown female: a large, short haired brown ’The Wilsons grew up on Macon Street in Perry. As you have already surmised, there was a 'big crowd' for Mr. Sam and Eunice to clothe and feed. Mr. Sam worked at Penn-Dixie Cement, but everybody in the family participated in the distri bution of The Macon Telegraph The Macon News, The Atlanta Constitution, and The Atlanta JoumaL In fact. I believe that at least one or more of the Wilson boys or someone in the Wilson family “took the paper" for 38 consecutive years. “Jimmy, like the rest of the boys, had a paper route which he acquired at about 6 years of age both before and after school. Consequently. Jimmy, at an early- age, learned a lot about bicycles, dogs, and people thost- that would pay for their paper and those that would not. “Jimmy, like the rest of the Wilson boys, was a good athlete. Football Coach Herb St. John said of Jimmy: ‘He was fine, conscientious, dependable, and tough pound for pound, he was tough as anyone 1 ever coached.' "But Jimmy, like the others, was also smart. He was a good student and a hard worker. He also had nerves of steel as was evidenced by the fact that he eloped with Diana Venema when she was 17 years of age and still in high school. Jimmy and Dee went to Aiken, S.C. and married. "Jerry and Faye followed the elopement route to Aiken a few years later, being accompanied by Jimmy and Dee. On the return trip home, Jimmy sug gested that the first couple to have a male child should name him Aiken'. Jimmy and Dee won as is evidenced by their son. David Aiken Wilson. Obviously, all of this eloping must not have been a mistake, as Jimmy and Diana were mar ried 38 years, and Jeny and Faye have been married 34 years. But not only did Jimmy and Dee have a long marriage, it was one that was especially close. Both considered the other their best friend. Dee called Jimmy my buddy' and said that Jimmy raised her.' 1 think that he did. It was a marriage that produced two fine children. David and Elizabeth, and was what a marriage should be. “As a family, the Wilsons Ben Newberry, Dollie Newberry, Jackie Beeland, Jimmy Beeland, Glynelle Bee land, James Beeland, Martin Beeland, Dot Heard, Jacquelyn Owens The social hall was decorated with ferns, magnolia leaves, yellow lantana and numerous flower arrangements some of which were sent from friends. Deborah Walker provided a program of music at the piano. Mayor Jim Worrall presented a framed proclamation that declared Aug. 8, 1999 Dollie Newberry Day. Jackie Beeland was pleased to see her mother "so relaxed and happy and feeling wonderful during a most glorious occasion.’ Continued from page IB male; a medium, long haired white female and a small, black and white female puppy. Grant and Myers Helping Hand animal shelter at 905 Jernigan still has two chow mixes that are growing every day and need homes and several little black puppies. were and are close. They love each other and enjoy being in each other’s company. And let me tell you this, it is fun to be with them because they are all funny and they like to eat! They got their love for good food hon estly, as their mother was the best cook in Ferry. “After Mr. Sam died, Eunice ran a boarding house, and she always had plenty of good food to eat and plenty of people will ing to eat it! 1 can see Eunice and Christine waiting on the table the Wilson family and their friends and it was not unusual for there to be a choice of 3 or 4 meats, 6 or 8 vegeta bles. 2 or 3 breads, and 3 or 4 desserts! “Jimmy graduated from Perry High School and joined the Army. He was a paratroop er. 101st Airborne, and no sol dier ever kept himself in better physical condition. Later he graduated from Georgia State University and worked for Sears for 30 years before retiring and returning to Perry. “He became employed with the Georgia Department of Cor rections and was to be the War den of the new detention center in Perry, which is scheduled to open in the fall. Just as he had done in football, in school, the Army, and with his life, he was doing an outstanding job. “Jimmy was president of the Pathfinders Sunday School class here at the Perry United Methodist Church. He had been the president for the past two or three years. Every Sunday, he started the class with some thing interesting he had read in the newspaper, gotten over the Internet, or a friend had given to him. It was always appropriate and thought-provoking. “Last Sunday, he talked about the killings in Atlanta and said something to the effect that we should be prepared, because we never know when we will go. While it is not for me to judge. I truly believe that Jimmy Wilson was prepared. “No one not the preacher nor anyone can explain to our satisfaction why Jimmy Wilson was taken from us like he was. But many, including me, can attest to his goodness, his gentleness, his appreciative nature, his good humor, and the fact that he was a big man.'" Classified Ads Page 7B 100 Homes for Sale 3 BEDROOM. 3.5 BATH 3,500 sq. ft with 20x40" pool on nearly t acre of land in historic Marshaltville just 10 miles west of Perry. Call 967-2957 or 967-2413.4/22/98-TFN 3 BEDROOM 1 1/2 bath, in ground pool, fenced Must see $79,800. Duncan Avenue. 987-3390. 7/21-TFN 150 Homes for Rent 3 BEDROOM/1 1/2 BATH, in Perry area. deck. Call 988-1350. S6OO per month. Deposit required. 3/10/99-TFN HOME FOR RENT 2 bedrooms, central heat, window air. newly remodeled, fenced yard, shade trees. Call Jim Brown. 987-0400 6/2/99-TFN TWO BEDROOM downtown Perry. Lots of trees Only $275 month. Call Jim Brown, 987-0400.6/23-TFN HOME FOR RENT - 2 bedroom. 1 bath near Perry High School. $395 monthly. 987-2658 nights. 952-7101 days. 8/11/99 NC 200 Mobile Homes for Sale CLEARANCE SALE All used Sin gle wides and Double wides must go. Good selection Financing Avail able. Call (912) 781-5111 or 1-800 342-3817 11/11/98-TFN CREDIT BUILDING PROGRAM - Fix it fast. Get a house Call 1-888-956- 1160 8/11/99 IT BEEN APPROVED YET?? Before you buy, call or visit Palm Harbor Village of Macon. Save thousands on a Quality Palm Harbor EnerGmiser Home at interest rates as low as -5.99% fixed " Call (912) 781-5111 or 1 -800-342-3817 for a free color brochure. 11/11 /98-TFN DESIGN YOUR OWN HOME - Don't let others tell you what your dream home is. Call 1 -888-956-1160 8/11/99 LT SSI DISABILITY? First time buyers, newlyweds, divorced, single parents Own a home today Call (912) 785 1716 or 888-771-0067 8/11/99 LT LAND HOME MIRACLES - You'll swear by us. Not at us Call Classic Homes of Middle Georgia. Call 1 888-956-1160. 8/11/99 LT PALM HARBOR HOMES voted EPA Manufactured Homes Builder of the Year Simply the best Call 1-800-342- 3817 for free brochure. 1/6/99-TFN BAD CREDIT No credit, slow credit. Call Moe for more info. Call 1- 888-956-1160 8/11/99 LT HURRY BEFORE OFFER ENDS. SSOO Down on all Single wides; SIOOO down on double wides. with Palm Harbor Down Payment Assistance Call Palm Harbor Village (912) 781 - 5111 or 1-800-342-3817 11/11 /98-TFN LAND-HOME PACKAGES - 3 bed room. 2 bath on 1.5 acres under $360 per month. W.AC. Licensed Mort gage Broker Call 1 -888-956-1160 8/11/99 LT BROKE?? Have no money for a DRIVERS C.R. England Teams -Two Thousand (Sign on bonus) We Will Train Company sponsored training Full benefits Wee need 10 drivers now You will be trained in house Call 1-888-781'8556 c oTo~NWoirrri^l ALITiH EIW'A Y H O M El y E sMO B E t h r bnrM~W^rroM<^7' [Tv E n y : w'h' ijC’H;w,A;Y ■ s to"T ueMk.qala Bo w n e'wme'llk si Special Photo Electrolysis - No Naeslk Permanent hair removal. For men and women. State of the Art Equipment. Exclusive Private Setting. FREE CONSULTATION Sat. and Evening Appointments available 987-0233 Cathy Jones 2717 Hwy. 127, Kathleen Wed. Aug. 11, 1999, Houston Home Journal L>/cya/// KmimKmJmnai down payment on a new home? Call (912) 781-5111 or 1-800-342- 38t7.i1/11/98-TFN ON DISABILITY? We build hand icap accessible homes. Call 1-888- 956-1160.8/11/99 LT THREE BEDROOM, TWO BATH Doublewide, over two acres south of Perry Fenced back yard. Call after 6 p.m (912) 987-0702. 8/11-8/18/99 NEW 1.800 SQUARE FOOT HOME Mobile home, as low as $329 per month Call (912) 785-1438 or 888- 771-0067 8/11/99 LT. HUD HOMES For under $250 a month Call for details (912) 785-1438 or 888-771-0067. 8/11/99 LT. LAND/HOME PACKAGES - We can help with your septic, water well, electric expenses and more with the purchase of a new home. Pall Harbor Village (912) 781-5111 or 1-800-342- 3817. Ask about our zero down pro gram. 1/6/99-TFN 250 Mobile Homes for Rent 1,2, and 3 BEDROOM mobile homes for rent. Starting at $250 to Even small ads can be eye-catching! V Want art in your ad? It won't cost a penny more at the Houston Home lournal and the HHI Advertiser Call 987-1823 REAL ESTATE X~n AW m; PJJLASK! COUNTY, GA 3 Separate Farms Saturday, August 21,1999,10:00 AM (All 3 Farms Sell From Farm #2) Farm #1 - Pulaski County, GA 100 ± Acres • Located on Fire Road 650 "Outstanding Farm Land." Selling divided or as a whole; 17,285 lbs. peanut quota selling seperately. Directions To Farm: From Hawkinsville, travel West on Hwy 27 8.4 miles, turn right on Fire Road 650, go .3 mile, property on right. Watch for auction signs. Auction Site: Farm #2; see farm #2 for directions. Farm #2 - Pulaski County, GA 90 ± Acres - Located on Fire Road 635 "Outstanding Development Property." Selling divided or as a whole; hcmesites; mini farms; excellent "starter" fan.i. 17,043 lbs. peanut quota selling seperately. Directions to Farm: From Hawkinsville, travel West on Hwy 27 6 miles, turn left on Fire Road 635, go .5 mile, property on left. Watch for auction signs. Auction Site: All 3 farms will be sold from this farm. Farm #3 - Pulaski County, GA 116 1 Acres • Located on Vienna Hwy "Outstanding Development Potential." Selling divided or as a whole; paved road frontage; homesites; hunting tract; cropland; 13,913 lbs. peanut quota selling seperately. Directions to Farm: From Hawkinsville, travel West on Hwy 27 3.4 miles, turn right on Vienna Hwy, go .2 mile, property on right. Auction Site: Farm #2; see farm #2 for directions. Inspection: Anytime by appointment. Auction company representatives will be on Farm #2, Sunday, August 15th from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM to help you view the properties and answer your questions. The inspection of Farm #1 & #3 will be coordinated from Farm #2. Terms: The successful bidder will be required to deposit 15% of the purchase price on sale day, sign a Seller's Purchase Agreement and pay the balance at closing in 30 days. AlO% BUYERS PREMIUM WILL BE ADDED TO ALL PURCHASES TO CALCULATE THE FINAL CONTRACT SALES PRICE. CALL FOR FREE BROCHURE tPJJXJRHAM & ASSOCIATES, INC. Realtors and Auctioneers 1216 Dawson Rd, Suits 102, Albany, QA31707 (912)436-2733 / 800-342-2666 GAL. #ll2O $450 on Todd Road Call 542-6888 or 987-9498.2/24/99-TFN 3 BEDROOM. 2 bath. 1996 dou blewide mobile home New carpet. No pets. References required. 987- 5587.7/14-TFN. 3 BEDROOM MOBILE HOME No pets, references and deposit required $350 per month. Can 987- 1429, leave message. 8/4- TFN MOBILE HOME 3 bedroom. 2 bath, 2 acres, pecan trees. S4OO per month. 987-4621.8/11/99 300 Land for Sale ASS. —— CREEK, PLANTED PINES 16.56 acres with creek, planted pines. 10 miles south of Perry. $2,000 per acre (912) 472-9757 nights, 988-8212 days 8/11-8/25/99 315 Livestock HORSE BOARDING - full or pas ture. Lighted riding area. Round pen Training and lessons available. 987- 6472 7/28-8/18/99 1990 BEE 3-horse slant trailer $2,500.(912) 836-2947. 8/4-8/18/99 LT RETAIL MANAGEMENT OPPORTUNITY Excellent management trainee opportunity available for some one interested in a retail career at Moore’s of Perry. Position offers good starting salary and uniimit-' ed growth potential. Immediate responsibilities will be in men’s' wear, and successful candidate must be available for transfer,. Previous experience not neces sary, but a determination to sue-, ceed in retailing is required. Moore’s generous benefit pro gram for qualified employees includes paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, retirement plan, life’ and hospital insurance, and mer chandise discounts. Interested persons should apply - in person to: J r sse C. Burks *?floctek . ' t ./ »k". « ‘ 1361 Sam Nunn Boulevard, Perry An Equal Opportunity Employer ,