Drucilla Vaughn

Drucilla (Drucy) Neal Vaughn, 94, died September 16, 2012. She was the widow of Troy Dillard Vaughn who predeceased her in 1983 after 43 years of marriage. Drucy was born September 9, 1918 in Spartanburg, to the late Nancy Clayton Neal and Newton McCain Neal. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was predeceased by a sister Eunice Neal Nunley and by a brother Jack D. Neal, Sr. Drucy taught in elementary schools of Spartanburg and Greenville County for 13 years. During World War II she was Director of a kindergarten in Newport News, VA. Later when she and Troy returned to their home in Greer, she assisted him in their Metal Fabrication Business until his retirement in 1968. Drucy became a member of Fairview Baptist Church after their marriage in 1940. Through the years she became active in many areas of service until her health declined. She taught pre-school, served in the Young Peoples Department-as well as teacher of Senior Ladies. For a number of years, she served as Director of Vacation Bible School. In 1960 she was elected Chairman of the Church History Committee for the 75th Anniversary of Fairview Church. In 1985 the same committee brought the church history up to its Centennial Celebration. She remarked to a friend that her greatest joy was having lived for over 71 years in the Fairview area as a member of her church. Drucy was also active in community services – The Azalea Garden Club, the U.D.C. and Girl Scouts. The Vaughns loved traveling. They enjoyed God’s wonders in 49 of our United States and trips to Canada, Mexico and most of the European countries. After Mr. Vaughn’s death in 1983, Drucy continued her travels until health problems affected her active lifestyle. Mrs. Vaughn is survived by her loving and devoted daughter Sherrill Vaughn Huff and her husband Charles Huff and nieces and nephews of both families (Neal and Vaughn) whom she dearly loved. Funeral services will be held 3:00 p.m. Wednesday at Fairview Baptist Church conducted by Dr. Tom Burns. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The Honorary escort will be the Myra Hammett Sunday School Class, former members of the Margaret Bishop Sunday School Class and the former members of the Joy Choir and loving care-givers Deborah Gosnell, Stella Foster and Patsy Fisher. Visitation will be held 1:45-2:45 p.m. Wednesday at Fairview Baptist Church. The family is at the home of the daughter, 1106 Robin Hood Lane, Greer, S.C. 29651. Those desiring may send memorials to Fairview Baptist Church, 1300 Locust Hill Road, Greer, S.C. 29651 or charity of one’s choice. Online condolences may be made to www.thewoodmortuary.com

Drucilla Vaughn

September 9, 1918 - September 16, 2012