Mattie Lee Bonnette - Ridge Spring SC
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N 33° 50.713 W 081° 39.736
17S E 438729 N 3745191
Three Yoshima cherry trees planted in honor of Mattie Lee Bonnette
Waymark Code: WMNJP4
Location: South Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 03/24/2015
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Placed in a park in Ridge Spring, SC next to the gazebo and welcome center, three beautiful Yoshima cherry trees with 2 concrete benches in memory of Mattie Lee Bonnette.
Mattie Lee Bonnette (1907-1992) according to her obituary was a school teacher for 4 decades, teacher of the year several times, numerous groups and organizations including the Ridge Spring garden club.
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In mid to late March, these trees blossom with white flowers. These trees are native to Japan.