WINSTON SALEM, NC – When one sits down to write an obituary, one’s first thought is to look at a typical write-up, and use that as an example. But this was no typical man. Andrzej Bogdan Milewski was born on August 11, 1924 – the son Alfred, a decorated Polish army officer-turned-politician and Sabina, a dedicated, brave mother.
His childhood on the family farm in Bagrowo, Poland was idyllic, but war was never far. On February 10, 1940, Andrzej and his mother, sister, and brother were deported to Siberia. His father was already fighting on the front, and would be captured and imprisoned for several years. Through strong faith and luck, the family survived the brutal conditions of Stalin’s work camps. Released in March of 1942, he made his way to Kazakhstan and joined the newly formed Polish army (which would later become the British 8th Army, Polish 2nd Corps). Following in the footsteps of his father, he joined the artillery regiment. Journeying from Siberia to Iran, Iraq, and Palestine, he ultimately fought in the Italian campaign at the Battle of Monte Cassino, and fought bravely until the last day of the war on May 8, 1945.
After the war, he moved to England and was educated at the Leicester School of Textiles – but not before he met Ewa Szymańska, the daughter of a Polish colonel, at a post-war party. It’s fitting of Andrzej that when their eyes met across the room, the power went out, and Ewa felt a tap on her shoulder and a voice saying “pay attention to this one. He’s important.” And he was. They married on February 1, 1950.
He went on to successfully manage textile operations in England, Ireland, and finally, North Carolina, where he became known as a community leader for his fairness and kindheartedness. You could not go to the Food Lion in Kings Mountain without taking at least an hour, because he was always stopped by people wanting to talk with him – former employees, neighbors, friends.
Andrzej’s biggest success – his pride and joy – was his family. He and Ewa raised eight children with truly unconditional love. He is survived by Maciej (Helen, Karen, Peter), Teresa (Rodney), Lech (Anna, Ola, Kristina, Baqir), Halina, Jolanta (Scott, Matthew, Diana, Kate, Cameron), and Ela. He was preceded in death by his son, Bogdan, foster-daughter, Robin, siblings Teresa (Edgar, Raymond) and Stanislaw (Anita).
There is a saying by the late Maya Angelou, who fittingly lived in Winston-Salem at the same time Andrzej did. “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” There is not a person Andrzej met that he did not grace with compassion and kindness.
If you find yourself in possession of a libation upon reading this, raise a glass – but do not mourn. He is not here. He is in the cool, green Polish forests where he ran and laughed and hunted in his youth. He is with the soldiers that fought with him. He is with his wife and children and grandchildren. He is in every moment that you hold the hand of someone you love, every moment that you stick to your convictions, every time you lift your heart in prayer to God, every moment that you lead with love.
The Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, March 12 at 11:00am at Holy Family Catholic Church, 4820 Kinnamon Rd., Winston Salem, North Carolina 27103.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in his name to:
Catholic Relief Services: support.crs.org
Trellis Supportive Care (hospice): trellissupport.org
PCPM – Polish Center for International Aid to support Ukrainian refugees: pcpm.org.pl or any charity of your choice

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Linda Scism Paul, 73, of Kings Mountain, NC, went to be with the Lord on March 11, 2022 at Testa Family Hospice House in Kings Mountain, NC.
She was born in Cleveland County, NC, daughter of the late Grady and Fern Hovis Scism and was preceded in death by a brother, Jack Scism.
Linda was a longtime member of Patterson Grove Baptist Church. She retired from Cleveland County School System where she worked as an Administrative Assistant. Linda enjoyed traveling and was devoted to reading and studying the word of God. She was a wonderful grandmother who loved spending time with her grandchildren and spoiling them every chance she got. Linda was a loving wife, devoted mother, and a cherished friend and confidant to many. Her guidance, kindness, and love will be dearly missed by her family and many friends.
She is survived by her husband of 52 years: Wayne Paul, of the home; children: Holly Paul Barefoot and husband Jay of Hickory, NC and Eric Paul and wife Adrian of Sumter, SC; grandchildren: Lula Barefoot and Grace and Andrew Paul; brother: John Scism and wife Geraldine of Bennettsville, SC; sisters: Sadie Patterson and husband Gilbert and Shirley Ware, both of Kings Mountain, NC  and a host of loving nieces and nephews.
A graveside service was held on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Patterson Grove Baptist Church Cemetery with Reverends John Bridges and Anita Ware officiating.
Interment was held in  Patterson Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC.  
Memorials in Linda’s memory may be made to Testa Family Hospice House c/o Cleveland County Hospice at 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150.
Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.  
Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.

10/13/44 - 02/09/2022

KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC – Sandra Bumgardner Wilson peacefully flew into the arms of her Lord and Savior at 4:22 am on February 9, 2022.
She was born October 31, 1944 in Gaston County, NC. Family, friends, and everyone she ever came in contact with was always greeted with She Is “Blessed and Highly Favored”, and she truly was Blessed and Favored. Sandy had been homebound for several years but her faith, love, and smile never wavered. She was a beautiful wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend to everyone. Her witness, love, and guidance will be missed but never forgotten.
She is proceeded in death by her husband of 36 years, Martin Luther “Junior” Wilson, Jr., parents William Pressley Bumgardner and Faye Childers Bumgardner Lovelace,  sister Beverly Bumgardner Scruggs, grandparents John Emmet and Ethal Farris Childers, Ed and Hattie Bumgardner, brother in law Dean Moore, stepson Randy Wilson, brother and sister in law Charles and Colleen Wilson and brother in law Robert Wilson.
She is survived by her sister Wanda Moore, brother Jeff Lovelace and Grace, brother Bill Bumgardner, sister Denise Holland and Bobby, step father George Lovelace, brother in-law Howard Scruggs, sister in-law Judy Wilson, stepsons Danny Wilson and Scott Wilson and Lane, like a sister Aunt Joyce Roark and Don, grandsons Joe Wilson and Julie, Brad Wilson and McKenzie, her precious great grandchildren Annie and Lily Kate Wilson, and Shephered and Gryffin Wilson who  were her pride and joy.  Her extended family of nieces and nephews, her very special niece Deanna Brown and Joe, Susie Graham and Kenneth, Ryan Lovelace, Mandy Patton and Tony, Terra Ross, Jennifer Wright and Gary, Fleet Wilson and Lisa, Baron Wilson and Sharon, Leeann Bridges and Michele, Robert Wilson. Other great and great-great nieces and nephews of her family she loved are her coffee buddy D Martin and Scott and kids Ashtyn, Cadyn, and Kensen, who spent lots of nights with Aunt Sandy,  J Basilan and Ben, Tyler Chapman and Meredith and daughter Olivia, Caleb Hughes and Amber and kids Railey, Kye, and Parker, Cailyn Van Buren and Eric and kids Wyatt and EJ, Beth Queen and Justin, Hannah Morris, Lilly Ross, Fleet “Chip” Wilson Jr. and so, so many more.
Sandy was a member of Faith Baptist Church for more than 50 years joining on July 21, 1971. She served and wore hats of so many positions. Her love for music, teaching, fellowship with her church family and others made her heart joyous. She loved the old hymns and Gospel music.  She would invite anyone she knew or met and even gave rides for anybody who needed them. Her Pastor J.R. Robbins and wife Patty along with her entire church family were her heart.
Sandy worked many years at the Margrace Mill where she became a bookkeeper. This job was her lifes work. She joined the Kerns Trucking Company early in the business and became part of the Kerns Trucking family. She worked there until she retired after more than 35 years. She became the caregiver to her sweet husband Junior until his passing.  She was caregiver to her mother Faye Lovelace until her passing.  Her house became the rehab center for the family. Her home was always open to anyone who needed a place to stay.  No one ever was turned away. Because of the great place her house is located, it was the place to always stop and visit. She always had a blessing to share and love to give and loved to be around people.  She had her own medical issues over the years, but she continued to share her Lord and Savior everywhere she could. She became homebound and never a day passed that she missed a chance to still share when she could. There is no one like her and her sweet smile, true heart and Godly witness and love will be missed.   God’s love surely shown through her.
A graveside service will be held on Sunday, February 20, 2022 at 2:00 PM at Mountain Rest Cemetery.
Interment will be held in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Faith Baptist Church at 1009 Linwood Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086
Guest register is available at: www.harrisfunerals.com.  
Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, NC is in charge of arrangements.