(1918 – 2001) Fletcher Macon Patterson was born April 24, 1918, on a 130-acre farm in Anderson, Alabama, where his father raised small grain crops, dairy cattle, and swine. Growing up in such a wonderful agricultural environment, young Macon became active in his...
(1912 – 2006) George Alexander Peasant showed an interest in agriculture at an early age with lessons learned through the local county 4-H program. His continuing interest in agriculture spurred him on through college, and he earned a Bachelor’s degree in agricultural...
(1913 – 2000) Barbara Alice Peavy’s career was as varied and interesting as her personality. Her outgoing manner and sense of humor helped her to make friends wherever she went, and she traveled quite extensively. Ms. Peavy was born in 1913 in Atmore, Alabama, and...
(1914 – 1983) You must be a friend to have one. It is a familiar phrase to us, but it was a testimonial to Clyde Peck, who had friends everywhere she went. It has been said that she loved people better than anyone else could. And, as a result, was one of the most...
(1952 – 2002) Extension lost one of its most dedicated young professionals when Brian Perkins lost his battle with cancer on March 16, 2002. Only 49 years old, Brian was in his professional prime, and his death left a deep void in an important service provided to...
(1891 – 1955) Reared on a farm in Clarke County, Pierce R. Pettis learned to love the land and its people early in life. Education was an important part of Mr. Pettis’ life. He graduated from high school in Jackson, Alabama in 1911. He then attended Auburn...