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PENDLETON -
Annie Claire Stephens Tribble, wife of Glenn Tribble, died Thursday, April 18, 2013 at the Rainey Hospice House.
Born in Anderson S.C. September 18, 1932, she was the second daughter of the late Samuel Arthur and Ruth Tollison Stephens. She was preceeded in death by her son, Stan, in 1958. Mrs. Tribble was a graduate of Anderson College and Clemson University. She was longtime women's basketball coach at both Anderson College and Clemson University. She was inducted into the Clemson University Athletic Hall of Fame, the Anderson College Athletic Hall of Fame and the S.C. Athletic Hall of Fame. In 2011 she was honored as an Atlantic Coast Conference Women's Basketball Legend and in 2012 Anderson University honored her with a reception at the Abney Center and the unveiling of a new basketball floor, named the Annie Tribble Court. She was a member of Pendleton First Baptist Church where she served as chairman of the Keenagers Group (of Seniors). She also volunteered in the Bereavement Office of Hospice of the Upstate.
Survivors include her husband, Glenn Tribble; two sons, John Arthur Tribble (Donna) and Andrew Glenn Tribble (Jessica), eleven grandchildren, and six great grandchildren; her sisters Patsy Stephens McCall of Monroeville, Alabama, Sandra Stephens Tatum of Anderson, and Mary Bess Stephens Johnson (Chris)of Ridgeway, S.C.
A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Monday, April 22, 2013 at Pendleton First Baptist Church conducted by Dr. Courtney Krueger and Rev. Jennifer McClung Rygg. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until 2 p.m. Monday at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Annie Claire Stephens Tribble Women's Basketball Scholarship, 316 Boulevard, Anderson, S.C. 29621; Hospice of the Upstate, 1835 Rogers Road, Anderson, S.C. 29621; or Pendleton First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 187, Pendleton, SC 29670. For those who wish to provide food for the family, please bring light refreshments to the church social hall by 10:45 a.m. Monday.
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Jane Ratchford
April 12, 2021
Annie was a best friend of my sister Pat & also our Mom. She was a kind & generous friend with a hearty laugh that we heard often!
Jane Ratchford
April 12, 2019
Annie Claire was my sisters best friend in high school & kept in touch over the years. She & her friends were at our house quite often after school - much to my mothers & my delight! They were such a fun group & such good friends! Annie was so good to my mom when she moved back to Anderson in her last years. Mom adored her. Annie & I got to see Pat in LA together & had a great time many years ago. She will always be missed & she made such a big difference in the lives of so many. A life well lived.
Dianne Scott
May 18, 2013
My thoughts & prayers are with all of you. My Mother (Rachel Scott) thought that Annie rule the roost. I got to know Annie when the seniors from Pendleton Baptist would go on trips. I went alone to be with my Mother. Annie was a sight! She was funny & a good sport on most things. I will cherish the memories that I had with her for as long as I live. Heaven will be entertain and bless & I am sure my Mother,Gertie,Virginia was at the golden gate to welcome her in. GOD bless.
Sheila Ford
May 8, 2013
To the Tribble Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy over the loss of an extraordinary woman. I have known Mrs. Tribble over 30 years because she recruited me to play basketball for the Lady Tigers in 1979. I credit her for being the person who gave me an opportunity to succeed in life by getting an education and I will forever be grateful for her. She was a kind, honest, strong Christian lady who love the sport of basketball and her players. Although we were both very busy and didn't get a chance to speak that often, she always remained in my thoughts. I am so sorry and I will definitely miss her! I considered her my friend, mentor and inspiration. May God Bless you all at this difficult time. Sincerely, Sheila Cobb Ford #5
Linda Stone Ramey
May 5, 2013
Coach Tribble was one of those rare friends that once you met her you never forget her!! So glad that I called her not long ago and we talked about old times like it was yesterday. She will be missed by countless people and now doubt she was one of a kind and a blessing to all that were privaliged to know her.
Roy McCall
April 29, 2013
John, Glenn and Andy - I was sorry to hear about "Big Mama's" death. Our prayers are with y'all during this time. We love you - Roy & Carolyn
Rodney Henderson
April 23, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the family on the passing of Coach Tribble. I was a student at Clemson during her tenure and interacted with members of her teams during that time. Coach Tribble could COACH. I'll never forget when LA Tech came to Clemson (led by Kim Mulkey) and Coach Tribble planned a masterful defensive scheme againt the defending national champs. God be with you Coach and thanks for making my Clemson experience a special one.
Rodney Henderson - Class of '85
April 23, 2013
Glenn,John,and Andy:I am loss for words.It's so hard to loss a treasure like her. I am out of town this week. I wish I could have been at the services,I know it was a great tribute to her.I would love to see you all. It's been years but I think often of all the good times we had with her and the family. Love you all,hope to we you soon. Tell Sandra and her family hello for me too. My heart is full for you and you have my prays. Always Hope Hester Westmoreland
Bob Bone
April 22, 2013
Glenn and family:
Please accept our sincere condolences. Annie was a treasure, and we will never forget her. You and your family are in our hearts and prayers.
Bob & Bobbie Bone
John Burgess
April 22, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the family in their loss of one so dear. God Bless.
Amy Geist-Franklin
April 22, 2013
Coach Tribble was one of a kind and I am thankful she gave me the opportunity to be a part of the Clemson Lady Tiger program. Her kind heart and infectious smile will remain with me always. My sincere condolences to your family.
Lindy Miller
April 21, 2013
To Annie Claire's family, I want to express my sympathy to you. My mother, Edna Hunter, loved her and talked about her a lot. I've met her and talked to her years ago at Sam & Ruth's house....She was a special lady who will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dr. Julian M. Smith
April 21, 2013
Our deepest sympathy for your loss.
David and Sharon Smith
April 21, 2013
We are very sorry for your loss.
April 21, 2013
To Glen and Family...On behalf of Pam Powell's family, we extend to you all of our love.....Annie was always so good and loving to Pam and often was generous enough to share that love to the rest of us. Pam came to depend upon Annie through the years for so many things, and Annie always came through for her. Pam often referred to her as her own second mother. Annie was a pillar not only to the Clemson community and the Pendleton community, but to all the areas in the world where her former players spread their wings. Most of them will readily confess that their own successes had roots under Annie's love and direction. As outsiders looking in, we as Pam's family found joy in observing how Annie's wisdom spread so far. .......We will continue to remember you her family and also all those who loved her as the Lord calls you to our minds... Much love, Kathy, Dwight, Barry, and Mama
Donna K Owings
April 21, 2013
To GOD be the glory great things he hath done and the creations of this wonderful lady was one of many great things. A woman of concern, love and care for others. A fighter, strong but yet so humble. Such wonderful memories I will always have of you, Coach.
To you Glenn and all the family, my sincere thoughts and prayers are for you all.
Frankie Porter
April 20, 2013
Annie used her God given talents and potential to the absolute fullest. Her passion for life so strong and positive, her commitment and faith an example for all, her humor, straight-forwardness and her abundant love for her family, friends, former players and so many others has made the world a better place. My prayers are with all of Annie's family.
Sara Murphy
April 20, 2013
Glenn, John, Andy and family,
Annie was an inspiration to me at Anderson College (1962-1964) and I will never forget her. She always was upbeat and her Christian Faith showed in her every actions. I thoroughly enjoyed her wonderful HOME COOK meals and the wonderful times at her home. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sara Murphy (Stuckey)
Tammy Harbin
April 20, 2013
Mrs. Tribble was a longtime patient of Dr. Fleming. We all thought so very much of her. She was always "positive" regardless of what we were talking about. She and I always talked of our Clemson football stories. Truly a great woman and she will be missed.
April 20, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of Annie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Stan and Carol Beck, Summerville,SC
April 20, 2013
Glenn and family, Annie was an inspiration to all who knew her. She touched so many lives with her positive outlook and caring spirit. She inspired me to become a coach and have the opportunity to help my athletes become successful in life. She will be missed by many.
Betty Gleaton Moore
Anderson College 1967
Clemson University 1969, 1978
April 20, 2013
Glenn, John, Andy and her sisters all her grandchildren and great grans. So sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure for me to be a friend for 50 years. We often met as the "foursome" from AC. It was also, an honor to have worked in Clemson Athletics Department at the same time Annie was coaching at Clemson. My memories will always be there, as the friendship we had was with me up until her death.
She was a friend to all. Due to my illness and complications from Rheumatoid Arthritis, I regret to say, I will not be there Monday, but my prayers will be there for each of you. God bless and keep you. May His arms be wrapped around you. Love to each of you.
Pat Sullivan Rhoden
April 20, 2013
My sincere sympathy to all of you. You are in my heart and prayers.
Lynn Crenshaw
Brenda Tartaglia
April 20, 2013
To the family, I am sorry for your loss. Annie was a wonderful caring woman, always thinking about others. She talked
of her grandchilden all the time. I will miss her. I know she will be greatly missed by her friends and family.
The Martin Family
April 20, 2013
Andy, our prayers are with you in your time of sorry. The Family of Richard Martin
Jay Lindsey
April 20, 2013
Prayers to your family. I have had the privilege of working with Andy for quite a few years in law enforcement, and we went to school together. We are praying for God's sweet comfort on you all.
Michelle McMillan Kirby
April 19, 2013
Rest in peace Coach Tribble.
Big Bird
April 19, 2013
Glenn, you and all of Annie's loved ones are in my prayers. Love to you all. Betty Black Hammett
Pat Rector
April 19, 2013
Shorty and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Annie will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. George Welborn's daughter.
April 19, 2013
The family of the late Eloise and Carl Lee are thinking of you all and thanking Coach for her many contributions...she is an Icon and will be missed. We were all blessed by Annie.
Vicky Guenthner
April 19, 2013
Glenn, John, Andy and Family,
Coach was such a great inspiration to us all. I will always cherish the years I was able to be a player under her guidance. Y'all are in our thoughts and prayers but know that Coach is having a great celebration in heaven.
Vicky Burton Guenthner
Anderson College 74-75
Clemson 76-77
Jane Ratchford
April 19, 2013
Annie was my sister Pat's friend first but became mine too. She was so good to my Mom, but then she was good to everyone. She was the glue that held everyone together and will be well missed.
Donna Cowart Mousa
April 19, 2013
Coach Tribble was an inspiration and I thank her for my opportunity to be a lady tiger and get a quality education She will be missed and she is still loved.
Pat ratchford Kingsley
April 19, 2013
She was my closest friend in school. While we rarely saw one another during the years, we kept in touch until the end. She was an invaluable friend.
Rob Carey
April 19, 2013
Glenn, John, and Andy --
I am so sorry to hear of Annie's passing. I will remember you all in my prayers during this time.
Anne & Greg Garrett
April 19, 2013
Thinking about your family and praying for comfort.
Elisabeth Pickelsimer
April 19, 2013
Annie Tribble was an inspiration to me and our fellow teammates on the 1966-1967 Anderson Junior College women's team. She will never be forgotten.
Becky Shaw
April 19, 2013
My sincere condolences to the family of Annie Claire Tribble. I went to school with Annie Claire and although we went our separate ways, I followed her career in basketball for years. I know she will be missed by many friends as well as her family.
Teresa Sprouse
April 19, 2013
Glen, John, and Andy my heart hurts for ya'll as you plan for this service. She was such a friend to many but a blessing to more than people really know. My prayers are with all of your family's in the future days. I hope she was able to get the pictures and card I mailed.
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