Ome^ja Chapter* Laurence T Young. Sr
Editor
Brother ROSCOE C. BACOTE entered Omega Chapter on October 27th, 1985 in a local hospital — at Charleston, South Carolina following a brief illness. Brother Bacote was a Coucilman in Moncks Corner Township for several terms; he was a devoted churchman, staunch supporter of Moncks Corners Baptist Church. He was born August 11, 1910 in Timmonsville, South Carolina. He received his elementary and secondary education in the local public schools, and his Baccalaureate degree and Master's degree at South Carolina State University. Brother Bacote, in addition to his political career, was an extension agent, a school teacher, and a school principal. His work took him to Marion, Dillon and Berkeley counties. Funeral rites were conducted at Moncks Corner Baptist Church, with burial in the Church cemetery. Brother Bacote is survived by his wife, Naomi; a daughter, Ethel; a son, Roscoe; a brother, Thaddeus; five sisters, many collateral friends and relatives.
Brother OTIS C. BODDY entered Omega Chapter on Thursday, September 26, 1985 in his hometown, Chattanooga, Tennessee, after a lengthy illness. He was initiated in Psi Lambda Chapter and was faithful and active until his death. He served as chapter secretary for a number bf years with dignity and efficiency. Brother Boddy was a member of Allen Temple A.M.E. Church and served untiringly on the official board. A graduate of Morehouse College, wnere he received his Bacculaureate degree, he did post graduate work at Case-Western Reserve University and earned his Master's degree at Atlanta University. He was an educator. For over 39 years he was a teacher, principal, guidance counselor, civic and social worker. He retired from Chattanooga Public Schools in 1983. Active in many civic, religious and community activities, and organizations, he was a Mason, a member of the Morehouse College Alumni Association, and was active on several boards and associations. He is survived by his wife, Marie, two daughters, three sons, one brother and a host of collateral relatives and friends. Omega Chapter services were held Monday, September 30, 1985 from the parlors of Franklin-Strickland Home at 9 o'clock P.M. — with final rites Tuesday, October 1, 1985 at 1 P.M. at the Allen Temple A.M.E. Church, Reverend A. C. Griffin, Pastor, officiating. Interment in Highland Cemetery. T h e S p h i n x / W i n t e r 1985
Brother WALTER BOOKER entered Omega Chapter July 2 1 , 1985 at t h e V e t e r a n s Administration Medical Center, New Orleans, Louisiana — following an extended illness. Brother Booker received his medical training at Meharry Medical College, Nashville, Tennessee — following his graduation in 1925. He established offices in New Orleans, where he practiced dentistry for over 50 years. Brother Booker was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars; Knights of Pythias; Elks; Pelican State Dental Association; the Dryades Y.M.C.A. and Sigma Lambda Chapter. He served as Committee Chairman of the Cub Scouts and he was affiliated with Flint-Goodridge Hospital. He was the recipient of numerous awards. Funeral rites were conducted at St. Peter's A.M.E. Church, with the Reverend Robert Hall officiant. He is survived by his daughter, Lillian; grandsons, great grandchildren; and several sisters, Susie and Sarah; a niece, five nephews and many friends and collateral relatives. Brother HERBERT L. BRYAN e n t e r e d Omega Chapter April 28, 1984. He was born in Jacksonville, Florida and moved to New York City at an early age. He was a 1933 graduate of the College of the City of New York, with a B.S. degree in Mathematics. In 1936, he received an M.A. degree in sociology and statistics from Columbia University. Brother Bryan was a retired director of records and statistics in the New York State Department of Correctional Services. Brother Bryan was a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity for more than 50 years and had served as president of the Albany Chapter. He also was a member of the American Contract Bridge League and t h e American Bridge Association. Brother Bryan was a communicant of St. Joseph's Church, Albany. Omega services were conducted by Beta Pi Lambda Chapter May 1, at the Marshall W. Tebbutt's Sons Funeral Home, Albany, and funeral services were held at St. Joseph's Church on May 2nd. Brother Bryan is survived by his wife, May Bernard; two sons, Brother Herbert L. Bryan Jr. of Alexandria, Virginia; and Brother Bernard H. Bryan of Albany; a sister, Elizabeth Braith of New York City; and five grandchildren. Brother Bryan was a willing and supportive Brother and community leader. His loss definitely leaves a void.
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