Rev. E. Alfred Vance Dies at 83 Aiken Leader and Educator
The Rev. E. Alfred Vance, educator and civil rights spokesman, died March 6 at age 83. Aiken Chapter NAACP president for four years, he founded Vance Bonding Co. and held multiple church and school roles. Friends praised his commitment to justice and equality. condolences were offered to his family.
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