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***************UPDATE FROM SHERYLYNNE LAKE

Sep 19

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2012 WLH Newsletter, Accomplishments, Announcements, Celebrations, Columbus, OH Chapter | No Comments

Sherylynne Lake at 2008 WLH Family Reunion

 

 

Sherlynne Lake granddaughter of Barbara Mae Lake opened her salon Diva Status Hair and Nail Studio in March this year and has been nominated in the Hott Headz Hair Gala Awards as the hottest nail tech in Columbus and is competing in the nail competition. 

Her son Malik has been promoted to 11th grade at Groveport Madison High School.

 

Submitted by Sherlynne Lake of the Columbus, Ohio Chapter of the WLH Family

 

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****************NEWS SUBMITTED BY BILLY HERBERT

Sep 19

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2012 WLH Newsletter, Accomplishments, Announcements, Celebrations, Philadelphia, PA Chapter | No Comments

Sophia Herbert

Congratulations go out to Sophia Herbert who graduated recently from LaSalle University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration!

 

Photo above is of Sophia with her brother and sister, William Herbert, III and Corvetta Herbert-Hollingsworth!

Photo above is of Billy and his lovely wife of one year, Kim.  They are shown with their little chocolate brown poodle, Oliver Laurent Herbert, III.

Oliver just got a girlfriend, Stella Lauren Herbert, III – also a chocolate brown poodle, who will be moving in with the family after they return from their vacation and WLH Family Reunion in Orlando, Florida.

Respectfully Submitted by Billy Herbert of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Wilson, Lake, Herbert Family Reunion Circle

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+++++++++GREETINGS FROM LISA HERBERT O’BRANTY+++++++

Sep 18

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2012 WLH Newsletter, Announcements, Invitation, New Born Celebrations, Philadelphia, PA Chapter | No Comments

 

Hello Family,

I would like to add to the news letter that my daughter, Kareemah Herbert, is having a baby.  Her due date is September 30, 2012. She is having a baby girl whose name will be El’lyiah.  We are also giving Kareemah a baby shower at my husband’s family’s yard on Kinsey Street on August 19, 2012 from 12:00pm until 7:00pm- all are welcome to come.

My son Matthew Herbert is going to have a baby: due date is October 23, 2012.  It’s a boy. I am not sure if there is going to be a baby shower for their baby but if  there is one I will let the family know and all family will be welcome to attend that one as well.

My three children: Kareemah Herbert, Shaquina Herbert and Matthew Herbert lost their paternal grandmother WillieMae Harriston on August 2, 2012.  Her Service Is Thursday August 9, 2012.  Please keep them in your prayers.  Thanks, Lisa Herbert O’Branty

 

Submitted by Lisa Herbert O’Branty and Lorenzo O’Branty of Philadelphia, PA

 

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**************************CONGRATS TO GRADUATE JAZELL HUDSON

Sep 18

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2012 WLH Newsletter, Accomplishments, Celebrations, Graduates, Philadelphia, PA Chapter, WLH Scholars | No Comments

 

Hope all is well with our family.

My son Jazell Hudson graduated from Roman Catholic High School on Friday, June 8, 2012. He was accepted to Neumann University and Williamson Trade School. He will be attending Williamson Trade School Fall 2012 majoring in Masonry.

Continued Success, Jazell!

 

Submitted by Stacy Haley-Verdell of Philadelphia, PA

 

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**************NEWS SUBMITTED BY WILLIE & HELEN LAKE

Sep 17

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2012 WLH Newsletter, Accomplishments, Announcements, Celebrations, Washington, DC Chapter | No Comments

 

 

Greetings from the family of Willie & Helen Lake of Washington, DC. (Willie is a son of Lossie Mae Lake (Deceased). Lossie Mae Lake was the first Treasurer of the Wilson, Lake, Herbert DC Chapter Family Reunion Circle.)

 

 

We were blessed to have all five of our children (Gale, Orlando, Angela, Karen and Willie, Jr.) together in the same room (Banquet Hall at Metro Points Hotel) this year on 7-27-12 when we celebrated the retirement of Willie from his self-owned business of 14 years– WL  Trucking/Concrete.

Grandson, Malik, enjoyed his employment again this year as a summer youth camp counselor for Watkins Recreation Center, Washington, DC.

Granddaughter, Lauren, Honor Roll student, was promoted to 2nd grade.

Granddaughter, Lania, completed a Pre-kindergarten course this year with honors and will begin Kindergarten this school season.

Granddaughter, Shamiqua, is participating in a culinary six-week externship program in Alaska from GSU.

 

 

Our greetings and love is sent out to each of you.  Willie & Helen Lake, DC Chapter, Washington, DC

 

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************** NEWS FROM PAMELA HERBERT & SONS

Sep 17

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2012 WLH Newsletter, Accomplishments, Celebrations, Philadelphia, PA Chapter | No Comments

 

 

Michael Cooper, Jr. states that he received a 1st Place Medal in a Karate Tournament in NE Philadelphia on June 3.  He now holds 12 medals.  He is still working at Philadelphia Prisons in the food service department.  He is looking forward to attending the Family Reunion this Labor Day Weekend.

 

Pamela Herbert reports she is doing well, is happily separated and is enjoying her new apartment.

 

Her son, Christopher Calloway is doing well also and received a promotion at his place of employment.

 

Proud father, grandfather is Ralph Herbert, Sr. of the Philadelphia Chapter of the WLH Family Reunion Circle

 

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++++++++++HAPPY ONE HUNDRETH BIRTHDAY MORRIS HALEY

Sep 13

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2012 WLH Newsletter, Accomplishments, Announcements, Celebrations, Philadelphia, PA Chapter, Spotlight | No Comments

Mr. Morris Haley was born August 1, 1912. He celebrated his 100th Birthday on August 11 with a wonderful full course dinner with many members of his family and friends in attendance. His daughter, Patricia Haley Hawkins, says he is doing very well- is very active and plays pinochle every day. He says he just has a slight hearing problem. Daddy Morris said to his guests that he was “very happy and thankful to God to be here” and that he “appreciates all that everyone has done for him.” He received Citations from President Barack Obama and other State and City Officials. He had poems and letters written for him and picture collages and many gifts presented to him by his loving family and friends on this momentous occasion.

Daddy Morris with his friend, Chris (left) and daughters, Patricia and Essie Mae

Daddy Morris Haley is shown with some of his Grandchildren at his 100th Birthday Celebration on 8/11/2012 in Wilmington, Delaware.  Everyone had a wonderful time!

Daddy Morris Haley with some of his Great-Grandchildren & Great-Great Grandchildren

 Daddy Morris Haley with some of his Great-Great and Great-Great-Great Grandchildren

Respectfully Submitted by Patricia Haley Hawkins of New Castle, Delaware and the Philadelphia Chapter of the Wilson Lake Herbert Family Reunion Circle

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~~~~FIRST GRADER AND KINDERGARTENER, NIYE-LAH & AMIR

Sep 8

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2012 WLH Newsletter, Celebrations, Philadelphia, PA Chapter | No Comments

Niye-lah, daughter of Lakeisha Hollingsworth and Devon Morton-Battles is going to first grade this fall – she enjoys cheering for Dynasty Spirit Elite All Stars. 

Her brother Amir will be starting kindergarten. He loves playing soccer and soft ball.

The family enjoyed a week-long vacation at a 7 bedroom/bath home with enclosed pool- they were with their aunts, uncle, grandmother and cousins during the 44th Annual WLH Family Reunion.

 

Respectfully Submitted by Proud Grandmother Corvetta Herbert-Hollingsworth of the Philadelphia Chapter of the WLH Family Reunion Circle

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TIFFANY HERBERT AND SON, JAHMIR

Sep 8

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2012 WLH Newsletter, Celebrations, Philadelphia, PA Chapter | No Comments

 

Tiffany Herbert reports that her wonderful son, Jahmir, will be celebrating his 3rd Birthday on October 3.  She says “he is a joy to behold!” Photo above is of Jahmir with his mom, Tiffany.

Jahmir is a grandson of The Helen Knox Herbert and Late, Roy Herbert of the Philadelphia Chapter of the WLH Family Reunion Circle

 

Respectfully Submitted by Tiffany Herbert of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Wilson, Lake, Herbert Family Reunion Circle

 

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NEWS FROM ANDRE TADLOCK & TARITA SCHULTZ-TADLOCK

Sep 7

Posted by Mary Herbert in 2012 WLH Newsletter, Accomplishments, Celebrations, Graduates, Philadelphia, PA Chapter | No Comments

Andre C. Tadlock, Jr. was accepted to attend The Art Institute of Philadelphia in September, 2012.

His sister, Cierra Tadlock was promoted to the 12th grade at Cheltenham High School and is happy that just received her Driving Permit. Proud father of Andre and Cierra is Andre C. Tadlock, Sr.

 

Proud parent, grandparent is Doloris Tadlock of Dover, DE, daughter of The Late, Elisha & Eunice Herbert and granddaughter of The Late, Bessie Lake Herbert & Fletcher Herbert

 

Respectfully Submitted by Stephanie Tadlock of the Philadelphia Chapter of the Wilson, Lake, Herbert Family Reunion Circle.  

 

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