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BOARD OF TRUSTEES

The Lynchburg Cemetery Association, Inc., is the governing body for the cemetery and church. It is composed of dedicated Christians, including former congregation members, who now belong to other nearby churches. The Board meets at least twice a year, and meetings are called and scheduled by the Chairman.

ROBERT “ZIP” VASSY, JR. (Chairman of the Board)

Robert “Zip” Vassy, Jr. (Chairman) is the recently retired Vice President of Finance at Superior Machine Co. and has a long history of association with the church and cemetery. He served as a financial advisor for the Church Building Fund since 2013. His father, grandfather, two great-grandfathers, and great-great-grandfathers were members and served in leadership positions since 1858. All are buried in this cemetery, along with his daughter Anna, his parents Bobby and Rosemary, and his sister Vicki Holler.

JANET S. HARKER (Treasurer of the Board)

Janet S. Harker (Treasurer) is a financial officer at Wilson High School in Florence, South Carolina. She is an active participant in Lynchburg community affairs and the local Methodist church. Janet has been an enthusiastic supporter of our church and cemetery for many years. She and her family have guided the annual Old Timey Day events, which she has led from its earliest days. 

THOMAS STANSELL “STAN” HARKER  (President of the Association)

Thomas Stansell “Stan” Harker follows two generations of Harker men who served as Elders and Deacons in the Church, and his parents and paternal grandparents are buried here. His father and mother were Sunday school teachers. Stan leads many special events held on the grounds and is vital to the property’s flourishing. He is actively involved in community affairs and has been an important advocate for our cemetery. 

CORINNE VINCENT "RINNE" SADE

Corinne Vincent Sade, “Rinne”, has served on the board since 2015. She resides in Charleston, SC, but “grew up” in this church. She is the daughter of Howard F. Vincent, grandchild of Elder C. A. Vincent, and great-grandchild of two earlier generations of Friersons, all of whom served as church leaders, some as early as 1858. Rinne’s parents, paternal grandparents, and many Frierson family members are interred in the cemetery

WATSON A. TOLSON

Watson A. Tolson has been an anchor on the board for many years. Watson and his father (recently deceased) have been very successful farmers in this community, so Watson knows and understands the land. He has access to large equipment if needed for the construction and removal of fallen trees and other debris on the cemetery property. Watson’s maternal grandparents, H.A. and Claire Hickson, are buried here, along with 27 other Hicksons.

ZAN TOMLINSON

Zan Tomlinson is the son of William A. Tomlinson, Sr., “Billy”, and Mary Ann Tomlinson, both of whom are buried here, along with many other Tomlinsons. Zan and his wife Mary Adele are award-winning farmers. The Tomlinson family is well-known and highly respected in the Lynchburg community. Zan’s paternal grandparents are interred in the cemetery, along with many generations of Tomlinsons.

ABOUT US

The Lynchburg Cemetery Association, Inc. is a registered South Carolina nonprofit corporation in good standing with the Secretary of State. Recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(13) organization, the Association is dedicated to the care and preservation of the Lynchburg Cemetery and historic church building, located on Highway 341 in South Lynchburg. As a nonprofit cemetery corporation, contributions to the Association are tax-deductible, similar to donations made to 501(c)(3) charities.

 

The church, originally known as the Lynchburg Presbyterian Church, first opened its doors in 1855 and served the community for more than a century. While regular Sunday services ended in the early 1980s due to declining membership, the building and cemetery remain a vital part of Lynchburg’s heritage, overseen today by the Association’s Board of Trustees.

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CONTACT

To reserve a burial plot, or a Cremation Garden place, a downpayment is required, or for information about reserving a plot at a later date, please contact our Treasurer, Ms.Janet Harker at PO Box 66, Lynchburg, SC 29080. If a death has occurred, have your chosen funeral home director contact Ms. Harker directly. All of the local area’s funeral homes have her “immediate contact” information. This is how the process will be started.


For emergencies, call the Lynchburg City Office (803-437-2933) or the Lee County Sheriff (911 or 803-494-5353)

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For general information: info@lynchburgcemeteryandchurch.com

LOCATION AND MAP

The Lynchburg Cemetery and Church is located in South Lynchburg, Lee County, South Carolina. The church sits along Lynchburg Highway (State Highway 341). This historic site was founded in 1855 and occupies a three-acre lot, with the cemetery situated behind the church. It contains graves that date back to the mid-nineteenth century.

Both the church and cemetery are listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

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