RSCC student, veteran fights PTSD through charity runs
Bob Fowler/Special to The Oak Ridger
Roane State student Barry Floyd was twice on the frontlines of war as a Navy Fleet Marine Force Hospital Corpsman.
He says some of the experiences during his service left mental scars. Now, he’s helping others cope with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), both in a profession and by raising funds for the Wounded Warrior Project.
His classes at Roane State are leading to an associate’s degree in social work. He’s in a vocational rehab education program funded by Veterans Affairs and wants to help others with PTSD as a certified peer recovery specialist.
By WHAV Staff |
February 11, 2021
Ryan Slavit, who recently received his 100-ton master’s license, mans the controls of the ship, while his brother Tim Jr. looks ahead. (Courtesy photograph.)
Former Haverhill Harbormaster William J. “Red” Slavit. (Courtesy photograph.)
The new 400-passenger riverboat coming to Haverhill this spring will bear the name of Haverhill’s beloved former harbormaster William J. “Red” Slavit.
The MS Captain Red, a 105-feet long, 28-feet wide vessel, is expected to dock in downtown Haverhill this spring. Tim Slavit, son of the legendary figure who died in 2008, told WHAV the “MS” stands for motor ship, demonstrating its large size. Although expected to draw a large recreational following, Slavit said the ship honors his father’s deep commitment to educating the city’s youth.
82-year-old Elaine Brown of Fairfield passed peacefully away Monday morning, February 8, 2021 at Wabash Christian Village in Carmi. She was born July 5, 1938 at the family home in Mill Shoals to George and Myrtle (Mossberger) Jackson. On January 31, 1955, she married Joe F. Brown in Mt. Vernon, and he preceded her in death on December 1, 2014.
Elaine worked at Carnaby Square for many years and also worked in the Pro Shop at the Fairfield Golf Course. She was a member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church.
Left to cherish many wonderful memories is son Eddie (Sherry Auvil) Brown of Fairfield.
Graveside services for Elaine Brown will be held Friday, February 12, 2021 at 11:00 am at Maple Hill Cemetery, there will be no visitation. Friends and family are asked to go directly to the cemetery. Please follow the CDC guidelines of social distancing and the wearing of masks. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Wounded Warrior Project and will be accepted at