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Two coaches with ties to Montgomery have been named to the Alabama High School Athletic Association's hall of fame.

Trinity baseball coach Ken Whittle and George "Snoozy" Jones, with a long history at Sidney Lanier, are among a group of 12 that will be inducted March 19 at the Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa at the Convention Center.

Class of 1953
Marie Stafford, born on September 30, 1929 and raised in Tallassee, Alabama, passed away on November 9, 2011 after a brief illness. She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, James W. Stafford: children, Warren (Alice); Mark (Kelly); Lisa Stafford and Stephanie Ledbetter. Her son David preceded her in death. Marie leaves behind numerous beloved grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.

Marie satisfied her adventurous spirit by traveling the globe during her husband's 25 year distinguished Air Force career. While building her family, Marie lived in 14 homes, in six states and Japan. After Stafford retired she continued to travel as a sponsor for many high school trips across America.
Faculty
Written by Matt Okarmus

Former Montgomery Mayor Emory Fol­mar, one of the city's most prominent figures, will be laid to rest Monday [November 14th, 2011].

Folmar, 81, was mayor of the Capital City from 1977 to 1999. He died Friday evening at his Montgomery home after an extended ill­ness.

"We are grateful for the fact that he lived a full life and passed away in his sleep at home," said Folmar's granddaughter, Emily Flowers.

Following a private graveside service, a memorial service for Folmar will be held at 3:30 p.m. Monday at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1728 S. Hull St.

Mayor Todd Strange said Folmar will be given full honors during the private ceremony.

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