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In Memorium

We honor the memory of our beloved Richland County Master Gardeners Association members who have passed. They had a passion for gardening, a drive for learning, and a commitment to sharing their knowledge with our community.

Leif was a WWII vet, and a registered professional engineer and a pioneer in designing and building America's interstate highway system, as well as transportation systems around the world. He was a Clemson Certified Master Gardener

Becky loved volunteering at Harvest Hope, she was a Master Gardener and worked at the Clemson Extension. For many years she helped with the yearly plant sales for the Master Gardeners and she made many lifelong friends in the process of helping others.

Bartow was well known as a Shady Lane gardener, was a Master Gardener, and was so thankful for his young neighbor "share croppers," who helped grow and maintain his garden.

Amelia served as President-elect, President, and Past President of RCMGA from 2009-2012, was a Columbia Green representative, was chair of the Membership Committee, Scholarship Committee, and Fall Festival Project, and as Director for the Carolina Children’s Garden served for many years. She also served as one of the RCMGA representatives to the South Carolina Midlands Master Gardener Association (SCMMGA).

Quite frequently, you could find Bob working at the Ask-a-Master Gardener tent at the Sandhill Farmers Market on Tuesday afternoons between May and November.

Patricia Anne Apple Dedman

May 13, 1947 - September 12, 2025