(1905 – 1985) “I have found I.D. to be loyal, conscientious, and cooperative in every way. He has worked with the farm people in Marion County and has their love, respect, and cooperation.” These were the words of former Marion County agent Hoyt B. Price speaking of...

(1920 – 2004) Robert Thornton was born in 1920 in Natural Bridge, Alabama, in rural Winston County. He was the eldest of three sons born to Pierce and Ida Bell Thornton, who farmed and owned a small country store. Mr. Thornton was a dedicated veteran, serving his...

(1918 – 2002) Theresa E. Threadgill, County Agent 4-H, Sumter County, retired May 31, 1981, after 24 years of service to the Alabama Cooperative Extension Service. A native of Perry County, she was dedicated to the philosophy of helping people to help themselves,...

(1897 – 1963) She was born in Hammond, Louisiana, on August 31, 1897, but spent her adult life serving the people of Alabama as a teacher and Home Demonstration Agent. Carrie Bottolfs began her education in Louisiana, gaining her diploma in 1916 from Hammond High...

(1894 – 1978) Robert Turner Thurston was born in Russellville, Alabama, on June 20, 1894. He died on November 18, 1978. His early education was received in the schools of Franklin County. He later attended Tuskegee Institute for several years. In 1922, he was employed...

(1922 – 2004) Exa Elizabeth Till was born in Greenville, Alabama, and graduated from Butler High School. She earned her B.S. degree from Auburn University in 1945. She served as a student assistant Home Demonstration Agent in Henry County before graduating. Her career...