Our family reunion is more than a gathering—it is a living testament to resilience, faith, and perseverance. We come together to honor our roots, tracing a powerful journey from ancestors who endured slavery and sharecropping to descendants who now serve as doctors, lawyers, pilots, educators, entrepreneurs, and public servants. Each generation carried forward strength, ingenuity, and an unbreakable commitment to progress, transforming hardship into opportunity and hope.
This reunion celebrates the sacrifices that built our foundation and the triumphs that continue to shape our future. By sharing stories, names, photographs, and memories, we keep alive the lessons of courage and determination that guided those who came before us. We recognize that our achievements are not individual accomplishments alone—they are the collective result of generations who believed in education, hard work, and community.
Maintaining our family heritage is both a responsibility and a gift. It grounds our children in who they are and where they come from, instilling pride, purpose, and a sense of belonging. By preserving our history, traditions, and values, we ensure that the legacy of resilience, service, and excellence endures—carried forward by each new generation as they build, lead, and dream without limits
We will have a meet and greet with the family at the hotel bar. This will be a great time to catch up with family members you haven't seen in a while and to meet new family members. We will have drinks and light snacks available. We will also have some fun activities planned to help break the ice and get everyone talking. We can't wait to see everyone there!
Join us for an exciting after party where you can unwind, dance, and enjoy great music with friends and family. It's the perfect way to end the day on a high note.
Sarasota, Bradenton and Palmettto, Florida
Amtrak, Greyhound,Tampa International Airport (TPA), Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)