f i ! The Kings Mountain Herald ) SBA MR. AND MRS. GEORGE WALKER ‘(Anita B. Phillips) Phillips-Walker Anita B. Phillips and George “Bud” Walker exchanged marriage vows April 6, 2002 at David Baptist Church in Kings Mountain. Rev. Joseph Griffin officiated. Joey Watts was soloist. ; The bride is the daughter of Vera Beheler of Salt Lake City, UT and the late Claude Beheler. She is a graduate of Cleveland Community College and is co-owner of Avid Mottgage Co., Lincolnton. The bridegroom is the son of Flonnie Walker of Mt. Holly and the late George Walker. He is a-graduate of Gaston College and Aquinas College, Grand Rapids, MIL. He is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp and is self-employed. The bride was given in marriage by her brother, David Beheler. Maid of honor was Keri Walker of Nebraska, daughter of the groom. Bridesmaids were Sherry Williamson of Tucson, AZ, Cindy Beheler of Lincolnton, and Rhonda Whitson and Cindy Lockhart of Kings Mountain. Ring bearer was Houston Phillips, grand- son of the bride. Flower girl was Kaylah Loftin, granddaughter of the bride. Best man was Albert Woodberry of Hemmingway, SC. Ushers were Joel Summitt, J.R. Lockhart, Jimmy Chapman, and Roy Putnam, all of Kings Mountain. Kay. De panes and 3 Riss Ledhe ter directed the weddifall ebbie Puftam, faa Galloway, Naricy>'"=* dn Barbara Humphries, Melody Norwood, and Brooke and Ashley Lockhart hosted the reception at the church. The bride and groom hosted the rehearsal din- ner at the church. Following a wedding trip to the Inn on Biltmore Estates, Asheville, the couple is residing in Kings Mountain. nT a wa aa moat e guest rEgisterY DANIELLE PARNELL BRANDON BUSH Parnell-Bush Danielle Parnell and Brandon Bush of . Kings Mountain were married May 3, 2002 at Holiness Christian Mission, Kings Mountain. Rev. Darrell Alexander officiated the 7 p.m. ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Rhonda Gladden of Grover. The groom is the son of Darlene Bush of Kings Mountain. The bride was given in marriage by the groom's great-grandfather, Randolph Alexander. Maid of honor was Brandy Bush. Todd Bush was best man. Bridesmaids were Nicki Black and Amanda Clucas, and ushers were Cliff Greene and Matt Clucas. ; The groom's mother hosted the reception Lifestyles Deadlines The Herald welcomes your lifestyles news for publication in each Thursday's paper. Lifestyles items include weddings, engagements, anniversaries, birthdays, club news, church news and community news. Deadline for information and articles is 12 noon on the Monday immediately fol- \ lowing the event. Items recéived-afterthat I Ibe deemed too late for publica, I Pfibratd refused. When holidays or other reasons make it necessary for the paper to publish a day early the deadline is Friday at 12 noon. There is no charge for articles. However, there is a $5 preparation fee for birthday pictures for ages 0-5. Forms, which must be signed by the parents, are available at the receptionist’s desk. Regular advertising rates apply for birthday articles and pic- tures for persons ages 6 and above. There is a $10 preparation fee for wedding, anniver- sary and engagement pictures. Wedding. forms are also available at the receptionist’s desk. Plush Carpeting and Vinyl Flooring ® ACTIVE SENIORS 55+ PERFECTION. PARK Brand New ~ Premier Apartment Homes Belmont Perfection Park Senior Apartments offers luxurious 3, independent living for the active older adult Consiving of spacious one and two-bedroom apartment homes, Perfection Park provides affordable housing with professional on-site management. Perfections Park is located on Perfection Road in Belmont convenient to amenities and services important to senior citizens. Es Residency will be available to individuals and couples 55 years of age and * ° older. Certain income restrictions apply. Features include: ~ Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Washed Dryer Connection * Handicap Accessible Shower Closet Energy Efficient Heat Pump * Pre-wired for Cable TV Community Amenities: Community Clubhouse with Kitchen, offers space for meetings and activities. ‘Rental Office and Laundry Facilities are conveniently located in the Clubhouse. Picnic Area/Garden Area/Walking Path Planned Recreational/Exercise/Social Activities Rent Starting @ $432 per month For Application or Information Call: 1-800-228-8441 Private Entrance/Porch with Storage Ah MR. AND MRS. FLAKE THEN MR. AND MRS. FLAKE NOW Mr. and Mrs. Victor Flake celebrate 50th anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Victor Lee Flake Jr. celebrat- ed their 50th wedding anniversary at a family celebration May 11 at Zachary’s Restaurant in Gastonia. Hosts were their daughters, Patti Weathers and Cathy Barrows, and their son, Buddy Blake. Louise Wallace and Victor Lee Flake Jr. were married May 12, 1952 in Columbia, SC, o Mrs. Flake is a homemaker and rétiréd' owner of, Pyramid Papets. She is an avid reader and active member of her circle at Central United Methodist Church in Kings Mountain. Mr. Flake is retired from Pilot Life Group Insurance Company after more than 30 years of service. He is an avid sports fan and is active in the Methodist Men and numerous committees, and is on the Board of Trustees at Central United Methodist Church in Kings Mountain. Special guests at the party were Phil, Patti and Mary Weathers of Shelby; Buddy, Angie, Lathan and Victoria Flake of Gastonia; Ed, Cathy, Cynthia and Jackie Barrows of Holly Springs; Joey Landry of Holly Springs, and Samantha Flake of Gastonia. ~The Flakes have nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. ‘Open Gate Club UI IiMemBBrs wet tethinded ob Hd DAR’ 1 ’ marker @edication fords oid Falls > ri OL May 16, 2002, visits Stowe Gardens Thirteen members of the Open Gate Garden Club met May 8 at Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens. It is the site of rapid development as the 40-year master plan takes shape. Several decades from now the 450 acre plan will take place. The initial phase includes an elegant visi- tor pavilion, 12 fountains, four themed gar- dens and an outdoor amphitheater for con- certs and other events. Members enjoyed the combined beauty of nature and Southern horticulture. Perennials are artistically arranged in an ever-changing display of color. The Canal Garden is a tropical paradise. It includes elephant ear, hibiscus, banana, iris and 18 potted palms. The Cottage Garden is a mix of pre-1920s southern gardens which included bulbs, annuals, shrubs, hollyhock and roses. Each plant or shrub is identified by its botanical name and common name. Stowe Gardens is a place where nature and horticulture blend into one. After the tour of the garden and gift shop, members met at a cafeteria in Gastonia for lunch. Spicer selected DAR Good Citizen The Colonel Frederick Hambright Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution honored its 2001-02 Good Citizen at its April meeting. Each year the chapter chooses a senior from Kings Mountain High School. This year’s winner is Meagan Nicole Spicer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Tim Spicer. She was also the District II first runner-up. She and her mother, Robin, were special guests at the meeting. Meagan was present- ed her pin and certificate at the beginning of the school year by Mrs. Louise Roberts, Chairman of the DAR Good Citizen Committee. She will also receive the chap- ter scholarship at senior awards day. Margaret McGinnis, Regent, led the pledge to the flag and Hilda Goforth led the ritual. Betty Masters gave the President General and National defense messages. Mihutes from the last meeting were read and approved. The treasurer's report revealed a balance of $256.34. Mrs. Masters also reported the District dues will be $77.50 this year as the magazine ad has increased. Pruette at Grover Cemetery Saturday, May 18 at 3 p.m. Ladies from the United Daughters of the Confederacy will also dedicate their marker. A membership workshop for all District II members will be June 1 at Kings Mountain Central United Methodist Church’s new Family Life Center. Helen Willard, State Membership Chairman, will lead the four-hour workshop. All members are urged to attend. ‘The District II Workshop, with Tryon Resolve Chapter of Cherryville as host, will be June 30 at Cleveland i Gounsny Club in Shelby. The list of officers for the coming year was read and approved by the member- ship. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO ' Meagan Nicole Spicer, left, is the DAR Good Citizen for Kings Mountain for the 2001-02 school year. She is pictured with Margaret McGinnis, Vice Regent, center, and her moth- er, Robin Spicer. ‘NEELY & COMPANY INSURANCE KATHY NEELY, Agent Auto—Home—Business—Life 214 South Railroad Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC 28086 Bus: (704) 734-4810 Email: neelyins@bellsouth.net U-Pick - $ 4 ons | Gallon Ready Picked Now Available! Linebergers Gaston County - Hwy 275 E. 704-922-8688 Lincoln County - Hwy 27 E. 704-748-1488 « Lineberger's + Lineberger's PFT Pre Aineberger's EIT IT Ee I Ly aa