William Anne Pamplin

Easley - William Anne Barnes Pamplin, beloved wife of Evan Burnett Pamplin, died on Tuesday morning, March 12th, 2019 at the McCall Hospice House. Born in Elm City, NC on November 13,1947 to the late Elbert Pridgen and Shirley Anne Smith Barnes, William was raised in Columbia, SC. She finished A.C.Flora High School, attended Lenoir-Rhyne College and graduated from The University of South Carolina with a B.S. in Education. She went on to get her Masters of Botany at Clemson University. She and her husband settled in Easley, SC where she taught first at Easley Jr. High School and then at Easley High School until her retirement in 2003.William was a long time member of St. Michael's Episcopal Church, Easley, serving on the Vestry Committee. Some activities she enjoyed were memberships in Delta Kappa Gamma, a professional society for women educators, the Bridger Family Association as well as tutoring with Mary's house and volunteering at the Upstate Food Coop in Six Mile, SC. She also had great love for all flora and fauna.

In addition to her husband, William is survived by a daughter, Ryerson Pamplin of Mount Pleasant, SC,a son, Wylie Pamplin of Brevard, NC, a sister, Reed Barnes Lawson of Mathews ,VA and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. William will always be admired and cherished by her students. Her hand was always extended to her friends and acquaintances. She will be greatly missed.

A memorial service will be held for William at St. Michael's Episcopal Church of Easley, on Saturday, March 16, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. followed by a reception at the church. A graveside remembrance for the family will be held at the family cemetery in Brevard, NC at a later date.

The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, a memorial may be made to Mary's House, P.O.Box 132, Pickens, SC 29671. It also wishes to extend a Thank You to St. Francis Hospital and Bon Secours McCall Hospice House for their wonderful, loving care.

Cremation Society of SC & Westville Funerals is assisting the Pamplin family.

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Published by The Greenville News on Mar. 14, 2019.

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Sara Beth

January 17, 2021

Evan. Just saw that you lost your wife last year. So very sorry. Sara Beth

March 17, 2019

Evan,
I was shocked to hear of Willie's passing.
My thoughts and payers are with you and family.
Much love to you all.
She was such a beautiful soul.
Love, Lillie Hayes

March 17, 2019

Evan,We are so sorry about your loss. We have wonderful memories of William and our heart goes out for you and your family. I will be up in early April and hopefully you will be available for lunch. God bless you all.Ann, Rick, Jay and Lee Sjoholm

Becki Owens

March 17, 2019

I have never met anyone with more kindness in their voice. She was such a treasure in the classroom. Condolences to her sweet family.

Crissy Eubanks Herron

March 16, 2019

Ryerson and Wylie, I am so sorry for your loss. I have wonderful memories From our childhood and having your mom always being so kind and caring. Please know my thoughts are with you and your family.

Seth Wylie

March 16, 2019

Sorry to hear about Mrs. Pamplin,even though I didn't have her in high school but my brother did & we always hung around her class,she was one that would cut up with you & laugh all the time.So sorry to hear of her passing,what a beautiful woman she was & her smile was always present no matter what the day held, my regards to the family ,to Rhyerson & I think she had a son also not sure??

Bonnie Bridger Mittelmaier

March 15, 2019

Lighting a forever candle for William Anne. May a flight of angels sing her to her rest and may she stand in perpetual light always. Love and prayers for comfort and peace to her sister Reed and to her entire family.

Mike, Sharon and Jennifer (Cleveland) Davis

March 15, 2019

Evan, Ryerson and Wylie I am so sorry for your loss. May the memories and laughter you shared bring you peace during this time. Much love, hugs and prayers from The Davis and Cleveland families.

Alex Greer

March 14, 2019

Mrs. Pamplin was an excellent teacher. She was one of my favorites and had an impact on me as a student. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. Prayers for her family!

Jesse West

March 14, 2019

Mrs. Pamplin will always be one the most amazing people I have ever met! She was always positive and passionate about life! She always made me feel like one of her kids. I will never forget her. I am heartbroken that I will not able to make it to the service and will be praying for the whole family during this sad time.

Jane (Bock) Wille

March 14, 2019

Though your Rye and Wylie were babies when last we were "in company" I have thought of William and you, and your family, and of our friendship in those EJHS teaching years a lifetime ago, with great affection. I am so sorry at this news.

Ann Hampton

March 14, 2019

Ryerson, Dale and I are so sorry for the loss of your mother. God's peace to you and the family.

Heather Easton

March 14, 2019

in loving memory of William and prayers for comfort to all her family and friends.

Bill Cromer

March 14, 2019

Ry, I was sorry to learn of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Alan Robinson

March 14, 2019

Very sorry to read about this.
William will always be "Mrs. Pamplin" to me and I was privileged to have been her student at Easley Junior High School. I seem to recall that she was a pretty good basketball player too.

Deborah Stewart

March 14, 2019

So very sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady. Prayers!

Renee Jones

March 14, 2019

Absolutely loved this sweet lady! Best teacher I ever had. We will miss you coming to the movies. Praying for the family.

Leona Magaha

March 14, 2019

Mrs. Pamplin was one of my favorite teachers in high school i am heartbroken to learn of her passing she will be greatly missed.

Teddy Ethridge

March 14, 2019

So sad to hear this! My condolences to the Pamplin family.

Chris Mann

March 14, 2019

My prayers to the family. Mrs. Pamplin was an outstanding teacher. More importantly, though, she was a deeply compassionate person. She had a great impact on me as one of her students. May she Rest In Peace.

Nelson Kessler

March 14, 2019

Evan & Family:

My thoughts are with you all. Although we haven't seen each other in many years, the Pamplins and Burnetts will always hold a special place in my memories.

Becky

March 14, 2019

So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful teacher, who made school enjoyable.

Mike Bishop

March 14, 2019

She was one of my favorite teachers in high as school.Ryerson I'm so sorry for your loss.praying for your family

Lori Crenshaw Sembert

March 14, 2019

I was sad to hear of her passing. I was a student of hers. There are teachers in your life that you always remember their names and the impact that they had in your life. Ms. Pamplin was the one for me. I had some physical issues in school and whenever I was having a bad day, she would always notice. She would take me into her lab office, make me some hot cocoa and let me lie down for a few minutes until I felt better. I've always remembered her kindness. And the loads of fun that we had in her classroom. She was a tremendous teacher, mentor and I'm sure will be greatly missed by many. My deepest condolences to her family and friends.

Tami Jones Gould

March 14, 2019

I am saddened by the news of Mrs. Pamplin! My prayers are with your family! May God bring you comfort during this difficult time.

Nancy McNeely Lollis

March 13, 2019

My life was certainly influenced by the teachings, love, and compassion demonstrated by Mrs. Pamplin. She was certainly one of my most memorable teachers while at Easley High School. I would like to extend my prayers and condolences to the family.

Kathy Church

March 13, 2019

Miss Pamplin, was one of my favorite teachers ,she made Science fun to learn.RIP,may God comfort you all.

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