The Carroll Bryson / Meals on Wheels Golf Tournament was held at the Waynesville Inn Golf Resort and Spa Oct. 26^, and included 70 participants to honor Car­roll Bryson, who retired on the same day after 22 years as the senior course starter.

Bryson, a native of Jackson County, is a World War II veteran and previously retired after 45 years as a sales representative for Tom’s Foods. He has also served as a volunteer deliverer for Meals on Wheels.

“I am very grateful to Duane Page, who hired me as a ranger at what was then called the Waynesville Country Club 22 years ago,” Bryson said. “I’ve watched many young golfers trudging around the course with golf bags as large as they were. We thank all who supported the tournament.”

On Oct. 31, Bryson and Bill Silverthorne, current course starter, ...