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Florist Delma Booth, who turned ballrooms into wonderlands, dead at 89 - Tampa Bay Times
Wednesday, December 11, 2019In 2004, Mrs. Booth imported 70 Christmas trees from North Carolina and used over 49,000 lights for the event.Each tree was different.“Some had kids’ stuff, some had white lights, some had purple lights, some represented different countries,” her son said.The yacht club began using different decorators in 2010.Mrs. Booth retired from full-time duties at Delma’s Flower Booth a few years ago because of her health, her sister Sonn said. Her husband died in 2016. She spoke often about how she missed the business every day.“Her customers meant everything to her,” Sonn said. “She loved making pretty things for them.”BIOGRAPHYDelma BoothBorn: Nov. 1, 1930Died: Nov. 16, 2019Survived by: Son, James; three granddaughters, Tiffany Sabiel (Keith), Ariel Booth, Lexi Booth; sister, Marie Sonn.The service has been held. https://www.tampabay.com/news/pinellas/2019/12/03/florist-delma-booth-who-turned-ballrooms-into-wonderlands-dead-at-89/
Franklin Fields Oliver - Goldsboro Daily News
Tuesday, September 24, 2019Marjorie Sutton Oliver after celebrating 67 years of marriage. Together, they enjoyed a life living on the farm and fishing at the coast, with many trips in between to the mountains of North Carolina – which they loved.Following graduation from New Hope High School, Frank served in the United States Army from 1948-1955 as Sergeant First Class. After receiving his Honorable Discharge from the Army, he began his civilian career as a Maintenance Engineer at Wayne County Memorial Hospital in Goldsboro. After 10 years, Frank shifted his career to manage the family farms in Greene and Lenoir counties. During this time, Frank enjoyed his passions of hunting and fishing while also raising a family of three active boys. Frank continued a busy farm life until his retirement where he then enjoyed a life of fishing, watching UNC sports and watching his grandchildren play sports.A service to celebrate Frank’s life will be held Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. at the Mewborn Cemetery, in the Jason Community with Scott Hardy officiating. The family will receive friends Tuesday, September 24, 2019 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Rouse Funeral Home.Frank is survived by his three sons, Hal Oliver and wife Wendy of Jason, Greg Oliver and wife Donna of Wilson, and Derek Oliver and wife Angel of Snow Hill; 5 grandchildren, Leslie Wilson and husband Jeffrey of Jason, Brittany Oliver of Jason, Drew Oliver of Wilson, Tori Oliver of Wilson, and ... http://goldsborodailynews.com/blog/2019/09/22/franklin-fields-oliver/
Making A Difference: Friends With Flowers Delivers Joy To Hospice Care Patients - LEX18 Lexington KY News
Tuesday, July 09, 2019Pam Rowe with Bluegrass Care Navigators.Cary Williams of Friends With Flowers got the idea 13 years ago from a group in North Carolina. She thought her community could benefit as well.“When you are bedridden, you know you are isolated and so are the caretakers,” said Cary Williams.She said that the weekly visits are a highlight, not only for the patients, but also their families adding a little humanity to what otherwise can be a difficult time.“They’re ready to talk about their life, all their experiences, their children, their grandchildren,” said Williams.Williams said that they’re not just spreading joy, they are getting it in return.“I feel like I get more out of it than even the patients,” said Williams.The group meets to arrange flowers every Saturday at Johnson’s Funeral Home in Scott County. They need volunteers to deliver and/or arrange flowers. For information contact Cary Williams at carywilliams50@yahoo.comor 859-221-5497.To donate or learn more about volunteer opportunities visit bgcarenav.org or call 859-235-7307 and speak with Pam Rowe. https://lex18.com/community/making-a-difference/2019/06/12/making-a-difference-friends-with-flowers-delivers-joy-to-hospice-care-patients/
Tropical Storm Florence: Couple reschedules wedding due to storm, donates flowers to cancer patients
Monday, October 01, 2018CONCORD, N.C. - A North Carolina couple whose wedding was rescheduled due to Hurricane Florence have made sure their flowers won’t go to waste. >> Read more trending news The couple, along with their florist, donated the floral arrangements to patients at Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute in Concord, WSOC reported. As each patient finished their chemotherapy or infusion treatment, they were given their pick of the arrangements. “Anytime anyone does anything nice for someone who’s going through cancer, it’s wonderful,” said patient Patricia Riser. “And flowers, of course, are just great. And everybody, everybody loves flowers, and I love flowers, too.” Riser sent her thanks to the couple. “I think it’s wonderful that you thought enough of someone... https://www.daytondailynews.com/news/national/tropical-storm-florence-couple-reschedules-wedding-due-storm-donates-flowers-cancer-patients/iyeQCq2bXFdvbq3IkJeipL/
