WILLIAMS-NORRIS-PADGETT-JENNINGS
"A Family Affair"
The WNPJ Family Summer Newsletter
News about the WNPJ Family for the 2nd Quarter of 2008
It's summer again!
Let the good times roll!
Put the
top down and head for the coast of
, where the
WNPJ Family Reunion will be taking place in
on
.
Come one, come all.
Chairperson: (203) 374-6477
By now everyone should have received his or her registration
package. If you or someone needs a registration, contact
Sam Davis.
Host: (207) 882-5472.
It’s summertime again!
If you are interested in sharing a room, let me know if you are male or female and your telephone number.
If anyone has late registrations, they must phone me ASAP.
There will not be a golf outing UNLESS you would like to play in the afternoon.
Remember, the boat ride is only $12.00 and not $35.00.
If you are interested in Kayaking, information is available on the next page.
You must contact
directly.
EDUCATIONAL
For Family Reunion information, contact Art Davis.
FUND
The Educational Gift from the WNPJ Families is available
for incoming college freshmen only. Applicant must be a member of the WNPJ Families. They must submit a copy
of their Letter of Acceptance from an accredited College or University and submit a Personal Statement. Applications
12:00 AM
must be received or postmarked no later than
July 31, 2008
.
,
Gift amounts will be contingent on the
number of selected awardees and the available funds. All awardees will receive notification by
August 31, 2008
.
You may call or email the Chairperson of the Gift
Committee, Arthur Davis, at (207) 882-5472, or email Arthur.S.Davis@maine.gov . for your application.
Congratulations to all those who have graduated from pre-kindergarten through College! Continue to build on your achievements and successes. The most difficult part of the climb is when you are just at the top. Keep your eyes on the sparrow…for GOD can use you to your full potential, besides you aren’t the message, you are just the messenger. And remember, “Yes We Can”
RAFFLE
The raffle winners were Earl Britt of Newark , NJ who won the digital camera; Retha Hagel of North Highlands , CA who won the laptop computer; and Cornelius (Henry)/Faye Askew of Miami, FL who won the 32” high definition television. Congratulations winners!
The raffle details were as follows:
Total # of tickets sold: 200
Total proceeds earned: $1795.00 (discounts included)
Total cost of items in raffle: $1296.96
Total cost shipping, handling and insurance: $131.59
Net Proceeds: $366.45
Our goal was to sell 300 tickets and came up a little short, but we truly thank you all for your support, especially those that sold tickets.
Diane and Art
2008 GRADUATES
Clark
graduated from
Norwalk
High School
in
Norwalk
,
CT.
His interest is attending
Barber
School
in
Charlotte
,
NC
, where he is residing with his parents Michael and Louise Askew.
Congratulations to Randell!
Job well done!
Be proud of your accomplishments.
Randell “Bubba"
2008 GRADUATES
Keita-Kenyatta JaNelle Tolbert, daughter of Barbara & Daniel Askew attended her prom on May 30th, 2008 which was held at the Cascades in Hamden,
. Keita will be graduating on June 18th from
Connecticut
Haven
Technical
School
in
Bridgeport
,
Connecticut
. Keita's trade was Plumbing.
We are very proud of Keita as she will be graduating with a 3.25 GPA.
Keita was recognized by the National Honor Society and received a Certificate of Invitation in recognition of excellence, extracurricular involvement and leadership potential from the Board of Directors and Honorary Board of Advisors at a 2007 Lead America Conference.
Bullard
Keita gave back to her community by donating her time and services by installing new plumbing in different homes on the Lower Eastside of Bridgeport,
Connecticut
. Keita applied to five (5) Colleges and was excepted by them all, but she has decided to remain in
Keita served on the Yearbook Committee, Prom Committee, Student Council, and Ring Dance Committee. Keita was the Class of 2008 Secretary, and Shop Representative.
Connecticut
and will attend The
University
Of
Bridgeport
, who awarded her a very nice Scholarship. Her major will be Computer Engineering.
Bridgeport
2008 GRADUATES
2008 GRADUATES
We ask the family to keep her in your prayers as she makes this transition. You go girl! We love you!
Mom & Dad
Tyler Williams Canty graduated from Lancaster High School in Lancaster, SC.
He is the great grandson of Katie Williams O'Berry and the great great grandson of John (Snow) Williams.
Congratulations to
Tyler
!
Good job.
Rasheen Davis, the son of Angela M. Kearse grandson of Joyce and Sam Davis graduated from Platt Technical High Scool in
in June. Congrats to Rasheen!
Milford
Connecticut
State University. Christina Moore is a Special Education Teacher in the
Waterbury
Connecticut
School
System. She is currently working on her 2nd Master's Degree in Education. She is a determined individual and will tell anybody "you can make it if you try".
Mrs. Christina Moore, daughter of Allen & Beatrice Sommerville, granddaughter to Dr. Louise Norris and the late Chester A. Norris, Jr., received her Master's Degree in Counseling on Thursday, May 22, from
Southern Connecticut
Rasheeda Staples graduated from Southern University, Baton Rouge, LA., with a B.S. in Biology and a minor in Psychology, with honorable mention. She is inspired to attend
School
in
Tennessee
.
She is the daughter of Jonathan Staples, granddaughter to Arliva Staples.
Medical
Congratulations Rasheeda!
Dominique Padgett, graduated from
University
this June with a B.A. in Sociality.
Boston
Our youngest daughter, Rashida M Padgett, graduated from
Timber
Creek
High School
, in
Sicklerville
She will continue her education by pursuing her Masters Degree this fall.
. Rashida will attend Johnson and Wales University, in Charlotte,
North Carolina
in September to pursue a career in culinary arts.
NJ
Latest news
To see his Work please go to: http://www.rcpartiste.com/
The rest of the family is doing well too. My lovely wife Valarie, my hard working son Ronald K. Padgett, lovely daughter Vanessa and handsome grandson C.J.
Keep us in your prayers, thanks so much
Ronald Padgett exhibited his art paintings at the African American Museum in Phily,
Pa.
Ronald and Valarie Padgett
FAMILY
ACTIVITIES
Diane Gilman has set up an exciting opportunity for family and friends to enjoy Sea Kayaking on the
Beautiful
Coast
of
Maine
leaving directly from
Thomas
Point
! No experience is necessary. Participants can choose to Explore on their Own or Join in on a Guided Tour in single or two person kayaks.
You can save $ with two people.
Due to tides, all kayaking begins at
3:30
.
Beach
Guides from Seaspray Kayaking will provide instructions and equipment. Kayaks will be both Recreational (very stable and roomy) and ocean (longer and faster). The two person kayaks are equipped with rudders, allowing beginners the option of steering with their feet. It is usually very comfortable paddling on the Coast of
Maine
in July, but it is always good to bring a fleece top and/or windbreaker, just in case the temperatures dip in the evening. We also recommend water shoes, a water bottle, sunblock, bug spray and a camera. The water temperature will be around 70 degrees.
Maine
3:30 pm
at the beach and return between
6:00
and
6:30 pm
for the Lobster Bake. All Renters will meet at the beach at
3:00 pm
for instruction. If you are interested in Kayaking, you must contact Seaspray directly, ASAP:
*The Guided Tour will meet at
PRAYER SHOUT-OUT
Ruth Deas
Cressie Williams Lenon
Ovelia Demps
Carolyn Askew
Robert
Williams
Jennings
Pearlestine
Lancaster
Joyce Williams
DeloresNagglesAtkins
Faith Williams Broadnax
Juanita Williams Toatley
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