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THOMAS CLARENCE "BUCK" BREAZEALE Jr.

THOMAS CLARENCE "BUCK" BREAZEALE Jr. obituary, Knoxville, TN

THOMAS BREAZEALE Obituary

BREAZEALE, THOMAS CLARENCE "BUCK", JR. - died on December 29, 2012 at the Clemson Downs, Clemson, South Carolina. Born May 5, 1920 in Belton, South Carolina, he was the son of Thomas C. and Mary Copeland Breazeale. His wife, Anne Townsend Breazeale, predeceased him in 2003. Surviving are a daughter, Anne Breazeale Hadden and husband, S. Morris Hadden, Esq. of Kingsport, Tennessee, one grandson, Robert Morris Hadden, Esq. and wife, Shelley Hassell Hadden, and three great grandchildren, Emma Elizabeth, Thomas Grant, and Evelyn Anne Hadden, all of Charleston, South Carolina. Also surviving is his sister, Sarah Breazeale Allmendinger, and husband, Paul, of Evans, Georgia, and three nephews. Sincere appreciation is expressed to his loyal and loving caregiver, Mrs. Eness Little of Clemson. Buck, an Eagle Scout, graduated as Class President from Clemson University in 1942 with a Dairying degree. He served as a Captain for three and one-half years in the United States Army. He was awarded the Silver Star and Bronze Star for valor in combat, three Bronze Service Stars, three battle stars, and the Purple Heart. He was seriously wounded in Mindanao, Philippines and was hospitalized for approximately one year. After Army discharge, he obtained a Master's Degree in Dairying from Iowa State. Thereafter, he taught Dairying and Marketing at Clemson University. While at Clemson, he and a professor were instrumental in the development of Clemson's famous Blue Cheese in 1940. After working as Sales Manager for Sealtest Dairies, he owned a State Farm Agency in Knoxville, Tennessee for 47 years before retiring in 2005. While an agent, he was three times recognized as one of the Top Ten State Farm Agents in the United States. Buck was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Knoxville, TN. He was an ardent supporter of Clemson through athletics, fundraising and education, including the establishment of an endowed professorship in investments and marketing. He previously served as the National President of the Clemson University Alumni Association, and in 1974, he was honored by Clemson with the Distinguished Alumnus Award. Military rites will be held at 10:30 a.m. on January 5, 2013 at Mt. Pleasant, (SC) Memorial Gardens, followed by a memorial service at Christ Church Chapel, 2304 Highway 17 North, at 11:00 a.m. with the Reverend Steve Wise of Spartanburg officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Thomas C. and Anne Townsend Breazeale Endowed Professor of Investments and Marketing, Clemson University Foundation, P.O. Box 1889, Clemson, SC 29633 or a charity of one's choice. Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or at Duckett-Robinson, Central, SC.

Published by Knoxville News Sentinel from Jan. 4 to Jan. 5, 2013.
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I am saddened to learn of Mr. Breazeale's passing. I had the pleasure of working with Buck on State Farm several projects and learned so much from him. Every time we visited, his focus was on helping make his customers lives better. I was inspired by his passion, work ethic, and desire to help others. My prayers go out to his family.

Bill Wright

January 10, 2013

I'm very sorry to hear about Buck. I have often wondered about him. It's very difficult after both parents are gone, but I know you have many wonderful memories.

Buck and Anne were dear friends of my parents, Alice and George Floyd from Conway. I have many fun memories with them in their condo(and box)at Clemson and at Garden City. Their beach crowd had such fun and we were delighted to enjoy being with them on many occasions. When I'm in the boat at the inlet and ride by their house, I smile and think of the pleasures I had with them. They were so nice and always made us feel welcome.

I hope you still use their home and continue the tradition. We do at our parents inlet house!

Ellen Floyd Faris

January 9, 2013

My Condolences to the family and many friends that "Mr.B" made in his lifetime. I worked for him 24 years and benefited from his ability to teach and motivate others. He was a great man and will be missed.

Joan Constant

January 5, 2013

Mr. B was my very first boss many years ago. I spent the first 6 months on the job taking dictation for letters for his beloved Clemson. I've worked for him several times since then and always admired his energy, tenacity, knowledge, and his willingness to help others in the insurance industry. I enjoyed hearing stories about his service to our country and his years with Sealtest and State Farm. He will always have a special place in my heart. My sincere condolences to the family. He was truly one of a kind and will be missed.

Linda Lane

January 4, 2013

What a great guy! Buck will be sorely missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers

John Garrison

January 4, 2013

Buck was very helpful, early in my career, generously sharing his sales tips that I still use to this day! Great man that will be missed.

Irving Rosenbloom

January 4, 2013

My sincere thoughts and prayers go out to his family whom he cared deeply for.

I worked for him learning his craft. He was the master at it and a joy to watch the wheels spin when he was challenged. He was on the top of his game and ready to go up against anyone.

I know you have many happy memories that you will think about him often, he was quite a man with many sides to his personality which make you smile as he was quite the character.

I will always remember him as the spry, competetive, charming, and smart man I had the honor to work with and learn from.

Thank you Mr B.
You are in our hearts.

Diane Pinion

January 4, 2013

I began my State Farm career with Mr. B just out of high school and now 19 years later I am still with State Farm. He has taught me more about business and life than anyone else. He truly cared about his employees and took the time to invest in their education. His agency was the best working years of my life and I miss them to this day. He will forever be the best employer I have ever had the opportunity to work with. Sending my thoughts and prayers to all family and friends for strength, courage and peace.

Amy Quinn-Lopez

January 3, 2013

As I read Mr. Breazeale's illustrious service to our nation, the words welled up in my heart, "O beautiful for heroes proved in liberating strife, who more than self their country loved and mercy more than life! America! America! May God thy gold refine, till all success be nobleness and every gain divine!" So thankful for the life and sacrifice of this American hero and patriot. May he rest in peace.

Betty Boyd

January 3, 2013

I met Buck in 1973, when I became a Trainee Agent in Knoxville with State Farm. He was very helpful during my years with the company, and we remained close friends until his retirement.I hold utmost respect for him , and express my sympathy to his family... Ray C. Thomas

Ray Thomas

January 3, 2013

Some of the best of life's memories are my many year's of working for "Mr. "B" at State Farm. He will be remembered as a very special person to me. My prayers and sympathy are with the family.

Marie Denton

January 3, 2013

Enjoyed working for "Mr B"

Kathy Hudson

January 3, 2013

My deepest sympathies to you all. Mr B will always hold a special place in my heart. He was such a wonderful mentor and employer. He will be missed.

Melinda Brooks

January 3, 2013

I have many fond memories of "Buck" beginning June 1938 when we first met as "Rats"in the same company at CLEMSON.
Our careers moved in differnt directions; however, we continued to remain in contact.
Warmest regards and sympathy are extended to the family.
William Pinson
1700 Pugh St.
Fayetteville, NC 28305

January 3, 2013

We are so sorry about the death of Mr. Breazele. We thank him for his service to our country, fighting to rid our world of tyranny, cruelty, and injustice. We owe so much to "The Greatest Genration". We hope and pray that family and loved ones will find strength and comfort in your faith and your memories.

Perry (Bucky) and Allyson Jeffcoat

January 3, 2013

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