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——–TRACEY AND RAYMOND WILSON, II AND FAMILY——–


Todd Johnson attends The Avalon School where he carries a 3.9 GPA; he is an aspiring student athlete. Todd plays Varsity Football & Basketball, for varsity basketball Todd plays shooting guard. In one crucial game Todd scored a buzzer beater that won the game and set the team up to get a high seed in the end of year tournament which they won. Todd also played varsity football where he made First Team All-Conference. Todd played wide receiver and outside linebacker, Todd averaged 6 open field tackles and numerous assists. Todd will be a graduating senior the year and we are looking forward to him duplicating or surpassing his accomplishment of the past year both academically and athletically. Todd attended Hampton University for 5 weeks this summer in an Advanced Preparatory Course.

Tracy Johnson is the youngest son of Tracey and Raymond Wilson II. Tracy attends The Avalon School Where he is a good student and a flourishing athlete. Tracy plays Jr. Varsity and Varsity Basketball where he was a force to be reckoned with. As a part of the JV team Tracy averaged 20 to 25 point per game, 2 rebounds, 4.5 steals, 5 assists which lead the JV Team to a 13 – 1 record one of the best seasons ever. Tracy also played on the Varsity team were he had limited playing time as a freshman but he shine when he played. Tracy participated in two home study courses for English Literature from Montgomery Community College where his aunt, Dr. Miller Newman is an Administrator.

Todd and Tracy Johnson are the children of Raymond & Tracey Wilson II. The boys very busy during the school year. The family resides in Temple Hills, MD

Respectfully Submitted by Tracey and Raymond Wilson of the Washington, DC Chapter of the Wilson, Lake and Herbert Family Reunion Circle.

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PHOTO OF PARIS SMITH

Paris Smith, age 15, has attended Henry A. Wise High School in Maryland for the past 2 years. Paris has been promoted to the 10th grade and has made the Honor Roll the last 3 years transitioning from Middle school to High school.

Paris loves sports his passion is Basketball. Paris plays for Wise High school as well as AAU Basketball in Maryland, DC and Virginia leagues. Paris is a very loving and compassionate person he loves working with children. Paris has just completed his volunteer work at Prince Georges Parks and Recreation Center of Maryland as a youth counselor with the 10 and under children. Paris looks forward to continuing his work at the center next summer as he earns credits for high school and get his work permit to start his first job at the center. PHOTO OF MALEEK THOMPSON

Maleek Thompson, age 11, has been a member of the AAU Football league in Maryland for the past 4 years. He has attended Benjamin Foulois a Performing Arts school in Maryland for 1 year. His major is drama/theatre and playing the saxophone.

For the past 3 years Maleek has been on the Honor Roll and has received numerous awards in the following areas: Perfect Attendance, Math, Reading, English, Science and several awards by quarters congratulating him on being an excellent role model. Maleek also has numerous awards in sports: Golf, Bowling, running track & field and basketball and football. He loves sports. He will start 6th grade this fall.

Paris and Maleek are the sons of Angela Boone who is the daughter of Lonnie and Eunice Boone. Angela is the Great Granddaughter of the late, James and Inez Wilson.

Respectfully Submitted by Angela Boone of the Washington, DC Chapter of the WLH Family Reunion Circle

 

“Kindness is the golden chain by which society is bound together.”  — Goethe

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HELEN LAKE’S RETIREMENT CELEBRATION WITH HER FAMILY

Photos above are of Helen Lake celebrating her Retirement with her family while vacationing on the beach in Virginia near the home of their daughter, Angela. Helen is happy to say that she retired from full time work on July 1, 2010 after many years of employment as a Legal Secretary/Administrative Assistant. She said she truly enjoyed the celebration/ vacation with her husband, Willie Lake, and their children and grandchildren.
Helen reports their son, Orlandra Lake, is doing well on job assignment in Afghanistan. He works as a USA Civilian Contractor. He is a retired Military Serviceman and enjoys this type of work and also the good tax free pay.

Grandson, Malik Johnson graduated from Stuart Hobson Middle School this year and will be starting High School in the fall. He will attend Phelps Vocational school and will be studying plumbing. Malik’s proud mother is Karen Lake.

Granddaughter, Lauren Lake will start Kindergarten this year and her little sister, Lania Lake is set to begin Preschool this year. The girl’s proud father is Willie Lake, Jr. (See photos below of Malik and Lania at the beach — July 2010 and Lauren at the beach — July 2010

Helen Lake is the writer and composer of our Family Song —

FAMILY SONG: THE WILSON, LAKE, HERBERT FAMILY
by Helen Lake

Verse 1: Our Family is gathered here,
To share our love another year

CHORUS: Oh, how we love we’ve come to be,
The Wilson, Lake, Herbert Family

Verse 2: It is so good to see your face.
We meet each year from place to place.

CHORUS: Oh, how we love we’ve come to be,
The Wilson, Lake, Herbert Family

Verse 3: All of us are truly blessed
To have each other in our nest

CHORUS: Oh, how we love we’ve come to be,
The Wilson, Lake, Herbert Family

Verse 4: We truly miss our dead loved ones,
Memories of them will keep us strong

CHORUS: Oh, how we love we’ve come to be,
The Wilson, Lake, Herbert Family

Verse 5: Our name lives on through each of you,
We have our God to carry us through

CHORUS: Oh, how we love we’ve come to be,
The Wilson, Lake, Herbert Family

Finale: The Wilson, Lake, Herbert Family

The WLH Song Video

© 2001, 2002 (lyrics & music) District of Columbia USA
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Respectfully Submitted by Helen and Willie Lake of the Washington, DC Chapter of the Wilson, Lake and Herbert Family Reunion Circle

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Kayla Marie Lake  of Taylors SC attended Claflin University Orangeburg SC this past school year. She is a retuning senior this fall. This summer she worked with the City Of Greenville Summer Camp Program.

Zachary Lake attended Eastside High School this past year. Zachary made the AB Honor Roll and received awards in football and wrestling.

This summer he attended Tuskegee University AgriTrek, SciTrek Program. Scholars in this program completed research in the following areas: Agricultural, Environmental, Natural and Advanced Material Sciences. While there Zachary received the following awards: 1st place in the Engineering section of the 2010 AgriTrek/SciTrek Poster Symposium- This project was a group project where three scholars in the engineering program refurbished a playground in rural Tuskegee. Their work included design and assembly of all equipment that was placed in the playground area. Zachary also received the Booker T. Washington Leadership Award. This award was based on scholar leadership ability during the program. 4 scholars were selected for leadership awards out of the 32 scholars in the program. Zachary was selected for this award for going above and beyond what was expected of a leader. He also served as the Master of Ceremony at the closing program.

Zachary was a participant on the Banquet Program at our 42nd Annual WLH Family Reunion this year.

Gerald and Angela Lake are the proud parents of Kayla and Zachary Lake

Respectfully Submitted by Gerald and Angela Lake of the Greenville, SC Chapter of the Family Reunion Circle.

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****** RANDY AND LASHONN EDMUNDS AND FAMILY ******


CHARMAYNE EDMUNDS
– Attended a Charter Middle College where she was on the honor roll for 9th grade. She has changed schools to attend Wade Hampton High School for 10th grade where she has been accepted in their Culinary Arts program. Additionally, she has a singing group called Lady Like where is one of the main vocalist. Take a look at her video at redswagg.com or youtube.com search for (ladylike boyfriend). We are so proud of her accomplishments!!

ALEXIA EDMUNDS
– Attended Sevier Middle School where she was on the honor roll for 8th grade. She has been promoted to 9th grade and attends Wade Hampton High School taking AP Human Geography (12th grade course) and English II (10th grade English). Currently she is running for student council!! She also dances for her sister group Lady Like check out their video at redswagg.com We are so proud of her accomplishments!!

ISAIAH EDMUNDS
-Attended Taylors Elementary School where he was on the honor roll for 5th grade. He has been promoted to the 6th and attends Sevier Middle School. He aspires to be an artist for comic books and video games. See Isaiah’s wolverine picture  right

LASHONN EDMUNDS Graduated from the University of Phoenix in November 2010 obtaining her Masters of Arts in Adult Education and Training. Currently, she is pursuing her doctoral degree as a Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership.

Additionally, she manages her husband’s, Randy Edmunds’ record label Red Swagg Entertainment where their motto is to “Take you from the Studio, to the Stage”. Check out their website to see their artist.

Red Swagg Entertainment – Flash Intro


Respectfully Submitted by Randy and LaShonn Edmunds of the Greenville, SC Chapter of the Wilson, Lake and Herbert Family Reunion Circle.

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“Let the world know you as you are, not as you think you should be, because sooner or later, if you are posing, you will forget the pose, and then where are you?” –Fanny Brice

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))))))))))))))))))) RALPH HERBERT, JR. AND FAMILY (((((((((((((((((

RALPH HERBERT, JR.,  ANDREW AND AMY

 

Ralph (Cubby) Herbert, Jr. -reports that his daughter, Amy Elizabeth Herbert will soon be a mother. She is expecting in February and is looking forward to the Blessed Event. Son- Aaron Herbert. is doing well – living in his own apartment and has his own car. He is continuing his education in Virginia.  And son, Andrew Herbert is still enrolled at Tidewater Community College. He is thinking about the possibility of joining the U.S. Navy next year. Proud father, Ralph, Jr. is happy to still be working and is enjoying life.

Photo left is of Aaron and his dad.

Respectfully Submitted by Ralph (Cubby) Herbert, Jr. of the Philadelphia Chapter of the WLH Family Reunion Circle.

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+++++++ JORDAN AND JOSHUA TODD +++++++

JORDAN J. TODD with PHILADELPHIA FIRE COMMISSIONER, LLOYD M. AYERS

Jordan J. Todd graduated from A. B. Day School in June.  He received all A’s & B’s and one C on his report card. Jordan will attend Northeast High School like his brother, Joshua and grandfather, the late William Herbert, Sr. did.  He said he spent a lot of time at the GYM this summer in preparation for joining the school’s football team.  He is going out for being a running back.  Jordan was a participant in our 42nd Annual Family Reunion Banquet this year.

 

JOSHUA TODD

Proud mom, Sophia Herbert reports, “Joshua has moved to his first apartment in Shippensburg, PA-(Yeah!!!!) We must stop by and visit Josh if we are in the area.  He will be continuing his education at Shippensburg University and is now a junior there.”  His mom Sophie said she “is proud that he has matured into a very nice young man.  Let’s hope he pays his bills and keeps his place clean; then I can really tell you how mature he is.”

Respectfully Submitted by Sophia T. Herbert of the Philadelphia Chapter of the WLH Family Reunion Circle

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JOCELYN HALEY’S SWEET SIXTEEN BIRTHDAY PARTY

Jocelyn Haley turned 16 on September 27, 2010.

For her Sweet 16th she requested a formal Birthday Dinner with a few family and friends. and an MP3 Player preferably an IPod wow!

She received her formal dinner and her Sony 16 Gig MP3 Player which she LOVES!!!

Dinner Location and date was Broad Street Philadelphia the Italian Bistro on October 16th.

Jocelyn had her first performance at the High School for Creative and Performing Arts in the Fall of 2009 and it was a stellar success.  Her skill and ability has grown tremendously since she started her new school last year. During this past summer she had her first staring roll both acting and signing in a musical play called the 12th Day which addressed the issues of Troubled Teen Obesity.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Chance favors only the prepared mind”  — Louis Pasteur

Respectfully Submitted by Jaionne and Devin Haley of Philadelphia, PA – Devin Haley is an Administrator and Web Designer of the WLH Family Newsletter.

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MELISSA HALEY AWARDED FULL SCHOLARSHIP TO DREXEL UNIVERSITY

Today, September 14, 2010, Melissa Haley will be moved into her Dorm for her start in College life at Drexel University to major in a Degree in Fashion Design. She has won several awards this year including $1000 for her Art and Scholastic Achievements. Melissa has excelled in music, Art and in her academics and graduated in he top 3% of her class at Girls High. She is on a full four year full scholarship after graduating High School with High Honors. We are very proud of her to say the least.

Photos above are recent photos of Melissa  for her senior prom with family and friends.
You can connect with Melissa on her FaceBook page id Mellister Ciao here: http://www.facebook.com/mellister2010

Respectfully Submitted by Devin and Jaionne Haley of Philadelphia, PA.

Devin is the Administrator and Web Designer of the WLH Family Newsletter.

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++++++++MICHAIAH SERENA HALEY++++++++

“Our Baby Girl has grown up so nicely. We are proud to announce that Michaiah Serena Haley has turned 18 years old yesterday April 15, 2008.  Truly a special time and we want to congratulate her on her accomplishments in life thus far and let her know how proud we are of her. She is preparing to graduate from High school this year and to attend college this coming Fall.”

“We thank God for her uniqueness and wonderful personality. We would not be complete without her.”

“Please join us in congratulating her with a kind word of encouragement via email or phone call if you should desire. We appreciate each of you and the Godly influence and example you have been to her and our family. You can connect with Michaiah on her FaceBook id MyChaotic and page:  http://www.facebook.com/MyChaotic

Stay focused and stay with God.
Love from Mom and Dad,

Editor’s Note: Sorry for the delay in posting this beautiful piece about Michaiah from her parents, Devin and Jaionne Haley. I inadvertently overlooked it.  Blessings to your wonderful family, Mary Herbert

Respectfully Submitted by Devin and Jaionne Haley of Philadelphia, PA  — Devin is the Administrator and Web Designer for the WLHNewsletter

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