Archive for category Accomplishments

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> UPDATE FROM DENZEL H. L. HERBERT

Denzel H. L. Herbert reports he is happy he just finished his freshman year at college, Drexel University.  Dorm living was an experience he said but he is very “glad to be out of that dorm!”  He’s back at home and commuting to classes!

 

He has enjoyed his summer off and is about to start his internship at the Philadelphia Water Department in the Accounting Department.   He looks forward to getting paid!!!

 

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KYRA DENISE LYNN HERBERT SAID SHE HAD AN AWESOME SUMMER!

 

Kyra  states that things have been going good for her.  She got all A’s & B’s and one C on her report card.    Her Girl Scout cookie sale was awesome- she sold 1,002 boxes of cookies this time with the help of her mom, Denise and her brother, Denzel, who sold a lot on his college campus.  She has enjoyed being a Girl Scout and attending Girl Scout Camp this summer- their 100th Year Anniversary.  She loved going on numerous trips with the group this year. 

Kyra states she is also enjoying having a lovable cute little kitten, Midnight who is charcoal grey and has light blue eyes.

Proud parents of Chris, Denzel & Kyra are Christopher & Denise Herbert of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Wilson Lake Herbert Family Reunion Circle

 

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~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ WHAT’S UP WITH MICHAEL HERBERT, JR.

 

Michael William Herbert, Jr. reports he is doing well, staying out of trouble and hoping to graduate from ITT Technical Institute the end of this year. He has been keeping busy working with his dad-learning everything that his dad knows and keeping abreast of things that are going on in the world today. He continues to be active at his church.

Michael is the son of Michael Herbert, Sr and Vernita Herbert

 

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—————–STATEMENTS BY STEPHEN & STEPHANIE HERBERT

 

Stephen Israel Herbert stated he was promoted to 5th grade with a good report card. He made six new friends at school and improved in Basketball. Also he is happy that the Miami Heat won the Playoffs and LeBron James was voted MVP and won a Gold Medal in the Olympics. Stephen states that one of his goals is to eventually play with a professional basketball team. Also he wants to become rich and have a good marriage. He says he will try to improve his grades at school, make them even better than last year.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stephanie Regina Herbert reports she was promoted to 2nd grade.  She received straight A’s.  She says she has been enjoying her summer with her brother and friends. She likes Olympic Gold Medal Winner, Gabby Douglas and is happy that she learned how to do cartwheels this summer- has been flipping all over the yard.  Steffi and her friends have been working on her block picking up trash (wearing rubber gloves) to keep her neighborhood beautiful.  She made new friends this summer and is looking forward to returning to school because she misses her old friends.  Also she is looking forward to having a Birthday sleep-over in September at a Hotel in town.

Proud mom and dad are Michael Herbert, Sr. and Terri Herbert of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Wilson, Lake, Herbert Family Reunion Circle

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********************UPDATES FROM DARA AND DEVYN HERBERT

Dara Elizabeth reports she is happy that she going into her senior year at Tuskeegee University, and that she has only 24 more credits to complete before her graduation. She moved into her own apartment this semester in Auburn, Alabama. Also she is excited that she has a new car. Over the summer she became a member of Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church. She has enjoyed being home with her family and friends and working part-time this summer.

Devyn, Darryl, Dara & Susie

Devyn Mary states she moved up a grade with a 3.73 grade point average and was recognized by her church because of her good grades.  This summer she has enjoyed working at Watoto Summer Camp with children ages 5 & 6.  She said they drove her crazy at times and made her tired but she still returned to work every day and early!  She enjoyed visiting her sister, Dara, at Tuskeegee University for 2 weeks prior to going with her and a couple of her friends to the 44th Annual WLH Family Reunion in Orlando, Florida.  Devyn  said she has enjoyed getting a taste of college life first hand.

 

Christopher, Michael, Dara, Denzel, Devyn, Kyra, Stephen and Stephanie (listed in birth order) are the grandchildren of Fletcher and Mary Herbert of the Philadelphia Chapter of the WLH Family Reunion Circle.

 

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~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ RALPH HERBERT, JR AND FAMILY

 

 

Ralph Herbert, Jr. reports that his daughter, Amy Elizabeth Herbert is ready to return to college this fall and her daughter,  Saniya, is growing up nicely, walking and talking all over the house.

 

His son, Aaron is still working – is now at Wells Fargo Bank and is finishing up his degree at Temple University in Sports Management.

 

Son, Andrew is also doing well – recently visited his family in Philadelphia from Virginia.

 

Respectfully Submitted by Ralph Herbert Jr. of the Philadelphia Chapter of the WLH Family Reunion Circle

 

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>>>>>>>>>>>CONGRATULATIONS TO HANOI DARDEN

 

Hanoi Darden completed her junior year at Johnson C. Smith University. During her junior year Hanoi pledged to Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and was voted Chapter President.

 

Hanoi completed an internship on Wall Street in NYC this summer and attended AKA’s National Convention in San Francisco, California in August.

 

When she returned to college this month she assumed the office of Senior Class President. Hanoi is the grand-daughter of Carl Lake and great-granddaughter of Ephraim Lake, Jr.

 

Respectfully Submitted by Doris Lake Walker of the Norristown, PA Chapter of the WLH Family Reunion Circle

 

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*********************CONTINUED SUCCESS, REGINA PORTER

Regina Porter completed the first semester of her sophomore year at Al Alkwayne University. During her stay in Morocco, Regina tutored Moroccan children in English. She was also able to take a trip to Madrid, Spain while in Morocco.

 

Regina began her junior year at Benedict College where she will be a resident adviser for her dormitory.

 

Regina is the daughter of Sherkia Bailey.

 

Respectfully Submitted by Doris Lake Walker of the Norristown Chapter of the Wilson Lake Herbert Family Reunion Circle

 

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##########—CONGRATS TO BRANDON WALKER—##########

 

 

Brandon Walker completed his freshman year at Penn State University and began his sophomore year in August. Brandon is the son of Olie Walker and the Grandson of Doris Walker.

Respectfully Submitted by Doris Lake Walker of the Norristown Chapter of the Wilson Lake Herbert Family Reunion Circle

 

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^^^^^^^^^^^ WAY TO GO, AMEESHA AND SHA’RON ^^^^^^^^^^^^

 

 

Ameesha Davis completed 11th grade at Norristown Area High School and will be a senior this year.  She also maintains a part-time job at Shanondell Senior Living Center while attending school.  Ameesha is the Great-Granddaughter of Virginia Livingston.

 

Sha’Ron Parrish completed fifth grade at Stewart Middle School.  She was awarded three achievement awards for academic excellence.  Way to go Sha’Ron!  She will be a sixth grader at Stewart this fall.  Sha’Ron is the great-granddaughter of Virginia Livingston.

 

Respectfully Submitted by Doris Lake Walker of the Norristown Chapter of the WLH Family Reunion Circle

 

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