February 10, 2012.
HOMECOMING
From the Methodist Homecoming bulletin of May 2, 1982.
Knotts Island Memorial and Homecoming services were begun in 1928,
by Mr. E. D. Bowden, for the purpose of paying respect to those who had
passed away during he year, and bring together in the fellowship of
homecoming, those who had moved to far away places. Mr. Bowden was
chairman until 1936, when, because of poor health, he turned his
responsibilities over to Mr. David Waterfield, who presided through
1938. At this time Mrs. Ottma (Nerna) Bonney assumed responsibility.
Later her daughter, Mrs. Lucille Bonney Williams, presided as chairman
until 1968, when Mrs. Harold (Mattie) Capps, presided. Chruch records
show 1969 and 1971 homecomings also. This year everyone has worked
together to make our 171st birthday anniversary and memorial service a
success. Ira Jones
and Vivian Jones have headed up the food committee. Izola Bonney,
Margaret Mathews, and Sharon Flannagan, program committee, and Zora
Doxey and Virginia McClanan on publicity. The entire membership has
helped! The Pastor welcomes each of you... and thanks each of you for
your part in this great day! I love you all and your love for god and
me, along with your support has been a blessing to me.