(1919 – 2003) Charlie Vickery will long be remembered in southwest Alabama for his leadership, his “know-how,” and his legendary personality. A native of Excel (Monroe County), Alabama, Charles B. Vickery began his career with the Alabama Cooperative Extension Service...

(1909 – 1989) Effective worker and respected leader, excellent character, involved in civic and church-related activities … these are just some of the many ways to describe Mr. Thomas A. Ventress, Jr., a dedicated worker for 34 years. Tom A. Ventress, Jr., was born on...

(1914 – 2002) When Fran Mallette applied for the position of assistant home demonstration agent in Houston County with the Alabama Extension Service, the requirements for appointment were strict. Miss Etna McGaugh, then State Agent, wrote Mrs. Marion Spidle, who later...