(1919 – 1988) William F. “Bill” Nichols was born near the rural Mississippi town of Becker. As a boy, he moved to Sylacauga with his family. Here he began his great love for Alabama and its people. When it came time for college, Bill chose Auburn University, where he...
(1906 – 1982) Goode Nelson served Calhoun County well, working for 38 years there as an Extension agent before his retirement in 1976. He passed away on June 23, 1982, at the age of 75. Mr. Nelson was born on October 27, 1906, in Millerville and grew up in Clay...
(1916 – 1966) A devoted husband, father, and community leader, Yarbrough “Y.C.” Nance was always ready and willing to help his friends and neighbors. No matter the problem — taxes, no place to play a baseball game, or a ride across town — Bullock Countians knew they...