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newsroom@tricityledger.com THURSDAY, APRIL 5, 2018

CHARLES BOWLESFLOMATON LIONS CLUB

60 year RECEPTIONTuesday, March 27

Lions from the Flomaton, Brewton, Century and Atmore areas joined others in a reception Tuesday, March 27, at the Flomaton Community Center to recognize FlomatonLion Charles Bowles for 60 years of Lions Club membership and community service. Flomaton Lion Larry White was recognized with a 40-year membership pin, althoughhe could not be present, and Lion Wayne Key received a 10-year membership pin.

Bowles became a resident of Flomaton when he met and married Mary Frances Hendricks in 1957. Bowles began working for Mary Frances’ father, Mr. Hendricks, whowas a member of the Flomaton Lions Club. Mr. Hendricks strongly encouraged Bowles to become a member, which he did, in 1958. Bowles has been a member since 1958and was recognized with a 60-year pin and plaque at the reception, which were graciously accepted by his wife and daughter since he is in the hospital.

Flomaton Mayor Dewey Bondurant, members of the Flomaton United Methodist Church where Bowles is a member, including Pastor Kathy McKinley, and others cameto see Alabama Lions District 34-C Governor Elect Andy Marshall from Headland and Alabama Lions District Governor Claudia Wigglesworth from Daleville present theawards and enjoy cake and punch in honor of Flomaton Lions who have committed to serve their communities for so long.

Flomaton High School Leos Megan Smith and Alexis Allen, sponsored by Lion Jaye Jaye Hagan, served refreshments to guests.

Mary Frances Bowles accepts plaque from Lion Pres. Ruth Harrell

Guests listen as Bowlesʼ history with the Lions is told

Linda Carden says she once worked for Mr. Bowles Lion Johnny Harrell tells a funny story about Bowles Wigglesworth thanks Bowlesʼ wife for their community service

Guests watch and stand as Mary Frances accepts award for Charles

Guests enjoy refreshments following the awards

Lion Key receives 10-year membership award from Wigglesworth

Photos and story by Gretchen McPherson