Meet The Guys of Hi-Cotton
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Meet The Guys of Hi-Cotton
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Mark Gleaton (Guitar, Vocals) Mark lives in Gaston, SC and is married to Doris with two grown step-children. He is a member of Christian Fellowship Baptist Church where he has previously served as deacon. Mark spent many years concerned with worldly affairs but recommitted his life to the Lord in 2001. He has always enjoyed music and playing acoustic guitar so becoming a member of Hi-Cotton has fulfilled a life-long dream. Mark feels the Lord has blessed him with this unique opportunity to be a part of a gospel music ministry utilizing his passion and love of music for the glory of God.
James Hallman (Vocals) James made his earthly appearance on October 16, 1952. He traveled the earthly road and endured a number of difficult lessons before choosing to accept the grace of God in September 1982. James is a carpenter now, but in the past he has developed the skills to be considered a jack of all trades. He married in 1970 and is the proud father of two grown sons, each of which have blessed him with two beautiful daughters-in-law. His older son and daughter-in-law have enlivened his "old" age by providing an extremely creative grandson and a very inquisitive granddaughter. Retired from public jobs he spends his time ministering to his Sunday School class and taking mission trips. However, all free time finds him in his recliner holding a five pound ball of fur (his dog) that holds the mistaken idea that he is the baby.
Mike Hallman (Vocals) Mike is a member of Samaria Baptist Church in Leesville, SC. He has been a fan of southern gospel music for many years (thanks, Mama). He has been employed by Union Switch and Signal in Batesburg, SC for over 10 years. He enjoys being a part of Hi-Cotton because it lets people know there truly is joy in doing the Lord's work and it allows him to see other ways people worship.
Mike Holbert (Drums, Vocals) Mike was saved at the age of 14 at his home church , Providence Baptist in Orangeburg, SC. He is 43 years old and says "God has done so much for me and I want to Thank Him for opening this door of opportunity to serve Him with the Hi-Cotton Singers. I've been wanting to play the drums for Him for the past 25 years and that time has come, even though I haven't played for the past 25 years!" Mike and his wife, Pam, owns and operates Signs Plus and KB Bagz in Orangeburg where he sells signs of all types and she sells handbags and does monogramming. He has been the Minister of Music at Highland Baptist Church for the past 7 years, but now is committed to serving Him to the best of his ability with Hi-Cotton, at the voice of God's calling. Mike stated "I am excited about ministering to all of God's children through music and look forward to meeting Jesus and you one day soon!"
Jimmy Johnson (Harmonica)
Jimmy lives in
Glenn Mills, Jr. (Lead Vocals) Glenn is the son of a Southern Baptist pastor and is a licensed minister himself. He has served several churches as either Minister of Music or Youth in the past. He currently concentrates on managing Hi-Cotton and doing some solo work as well. He and his wife Theresa have two children, Cameron and William. Glenn works full time for the South Carolina Dept. of Social Services as a local area network administrator. Glenn enjoys the time he spends with the guys in the group and considers it a privilege to serve God in such a way that allows him to minister to so many different people and have such a good time doing it.
William Mills (Guitar, Piano) William is the son of Glenn Mills. He has been traveling with Hi-Cotton since the summer of 2008. William is 9 years old has been playing guitar since April of '08. It makes his dad proud that he wants to travel and sing about Jesus.
Ansley Morrison (Lead Guitar, Vocals) Ansley has been around Gospel music all his life and has traveled with several groups over the years. Most recently he's been involved in a solo ministry. He is currently employed by Kimball Midwest as an account manager. Ansley and his wife Tina have two grown children, Alicia and Drew. Ansley says "The main goal in my life is to uplift the name of Jesus and sharing the things He's done in our lives."
Drew Morrison (Bass Guitar, Vocals) Drew lives in Ridge Spring, SC with is wife Stefanie and their 3 children (1 dog and 2 cats). He is a member of Johnston United Methodist Church. Drew has always enjoyed music and has been involved in music all of his life. He marched in the USC Marching Band for 3 years while in college. Drew says "I am so happy to be able to use my love of music in a Christian way to share God's love for us with all who hear the group sing."
Bill Wise (Guitar, Vocals) Bill is retired as the owner and operator of his own printing and publishing company after 52 years. He began playing music in 1950 and has played bass guitar professionally in both country and gospel groups. Bill also plays guitar, steel guitar, fiddle, mandolin and piano. Bill has been a member of Hi-Cotton since October 2006.
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Jim Mclane (1965-2006)
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