HENSONVILLE TREE-LIGHTING -Traditional Tree-Lighter Tom Martin Does the Honors

Written By The Mountain Eagle on 12/12/24 | 12/12/24

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Hensonville held its annual seasonal tree-lighting, last Friday evening, with the singing of carols led by Tiffany and Chris Chase and family. Traditional tree-lighter Tom Martin, 96 years old (above), joined the carolers after receiving helping hands to plug in the cord. Mr. Martin donated the tree in the heart of the hamlet in honor of his parents.

Santa Claus arrived in flashing fashion, chauffeured to the tree-lighting in a fire engine driven by Hensonville Hose Company fire chief Tyrel Sherman. Santa later heard the Christmas wishes of children at “The Henson” inn, hosts of an after-lighting cookies and warm beverages gathering.