In Memoriam

Tyrus (Ty) Raymond Acton Sr., 89, passed away on April 26. Acton began his laundry industry career working for Morris and Eckels. He joined Tingue, Brown & Co. in 1962 as a sales representative. Later, he became a regional manager before retiring in 1995. After college in 1949, Acton played professional baseball as a left-handed pitcher before entering the laundry industry. Born in Birmingham, AL, he and his four brothers grew up on a dairy farm. He was predeceased by his daughter, Katherine, who passed away in February. Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Martha; three ...