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Heard Around Town February 2007 - Huntsville

Tom & Cathey Carney Share Local Huntsville News

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Cathey Carney, Old Huntsville Magazine

© 2006 Jean Brandau licensed to About.com, Inc.
"Heard Around Town" is written by Editors Tom & Cathey Carney and reprinted from Old Huntsville Magazine. Here is the February 2007 column with all the gossip around town:

We were very sorry to hear that Seg Parks had died recently. His family thought the world of him and he will be missed very much. We send our deepest sympathy to all the family and his many friends.

The big topic of conversation in political circles is Glenn Watson 's announcement that he will run against Faye Dyer in the next election. That will be one interesting race!

Ruth Ann and Pluitt Dean are the proudest Grandparents! Their daughter Jessica and son-in-law, Mark Williams are the proud new parents of Colton Terry Williams , born December 14. This is the first child for them, and he is gorgeous!

Sam Keith had his annual Christmas Party, that took place entirely in the garage! There was food, drinks, old cars to look at - and Great company! He said the garage was easier to clean.

Walt and Lil Stone recently celebrated their first anniversary. They own the Enchantment Beauty Academy, in the location that used to be the Dwarf Restaurant, that many of us remember. Congratulations to you two!

We keep hearing rumors out of Montgomery that Gov. Riley is on John McCain's short list to be Vice President if he wins the nomination. That should shake up Alabama politics.

Nelta Benson wants to wish Elmond Lee the happiest birthday! He lives in Gulf Breeze and sure misses Huntsville!

Rebecca Temple , owner of Rebecca's boutique on Pratt Avenue in Five Points, sends a big Hello to her son Jason Temple , who is currently serving in the Navy. Jason is married to Shannon and their girls Lillian , 5, and Claire , 2, are the sweetest grandkids.

A group of folks who live at Redstone Village recently went on the bus to an Amish restaurant in Danville, near Hartselle. They said the food was wonderful, with home-cooked vegetables, meats, desserts, etc. and it sounded like all had a great time.

Tony Mason is packing the crowds in at Lee Ann's. Recently he was joined on stage by Tommy Miller , Danny Banks and the legendary Curtis J. Hall . It was standing room only and some of the best entertainment we have seen in years.

Luther Wikle sure would have been proud of his grandson, Luke , who is currently serving our country in Iraq. We are so grateful for him and all the other men and women who are serving in the military.

Happy birthday to Lisa Dejarnatte ! She recently celebrated in Arkansas with her sweet husband Dr. Ralph Dejarnatte, Jr .

Kathy Mefford Ogle & Frank Ogle recently celebrated their 37th wedding anniversary. Frank's uncle Jimmy used to own Ogle's Trailer Court. Congratulations, Kathy, you look much too young to be married that long!

It sure was fun recently to have a cup of coffee & read a book at the Coffee Tree on Bailey Cove!

Many people remember Danny Dyer . He lived in Huntsville for years and could tell some great stories. He leaves family and good friends who will miss him always.

Happy birthday to Barbara Fortner !

Next time you are driving around Huntsville and see a cotton field, stop and take a long look. You may never see it again. Next year, for better or worse, the field will probably be a sub-division or shopping mall.

I recently met Robert Sable, who works for Labcorp, in the office of Dr. Scott Royster . Robert is the most interesting guy to talk with and is crazy about his wife, Joy , and son Robby . His message to his family - "Thanks for putting up with me!"

It was great seeing Johnny Frazier recently. Johnny has a home inspection business so next time you buy a home give him a call!

We were thrilled to hear that Terry's Pizza is BACK! Darden Heritage , who owns Star Market & Propst, decided to buy the business when the company closed after the death of owner Louie Pejza . Darden says he wants to keep as many of the old traditions alive in Huntsville as possible. You can buy the pizzas in all Star Market locations.

Happy February birthday to Barbara Saunders ! We know that her romantic hubby Chuck will do something special for her!

Thiokol Chemical Corporation employed many here in Huntsville throughout the years. Walt Terry , Sam Zeman , Chuck Owens , Durwood White , Don Royston and Bob Langley, Don Harper are just some of the many people who worked together. Recently we heard that one of their co-workers, R. T. "Bob" Davis died, after a bad accident. He was 83.

Ken andDiane Owens recently made a long trip to Tucson, Arizona to visit their son, Brandon , and his wife Susan . They sure do love it out West.

Robert Martin , that sweet guy who lives at Morningside Assisted Living in Madison, is so proud of his son Randy , a full Colonel in the National Guard who is on his second tour in Iraq. He's going to be there 9 more months, but his family has faith he'll be back safe and sound.

Happy anniversary to Rebecca & Al Temple . The romantic couple were married 42 years ago on Valentines Day!

Congratulations to John Connelly , who just turned 1 in January. His parents are Tricia and Steve Connelly of Old Town, and you can't find prouder grandparents than Susan & Hall Bryant.

Well, That's all for this month but just remember how lucky we are to live in Huntsville. Alabama.

~Cathey

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