The excitement for the Marionites reunion is mounting!!! The time is nearing to meet again and we are so excited!!! We are rounding up the alumni. Why not make a "special effort" and commit to recruit at least 3-5 people (each) to come? More of course won't be turned away. As we grow older, meeting this way takes on a new meaning (renewing old friendships) and sharing common memories of times past are heartwarming and in many instances life sustaining! Rekindling old acquaintances not only does the heart good but the soul as well. We are looking forward to a great reunion at Myrtle Beach at the Springmaid Beach Resort and we know you can help us MAKE IT HAPPEN on a grand scale as you have in the past!! The Committee is working hard as usual to make this the best reunion yet but we need your help to do so.
The time is drawing near. Please take a moment and think about who you might call who has never been to a Marionites reunion and give them a call and of course you can remind others to send in their money EARLY. The Committee thanks you and they will thank you as well! Why not take this opportunity to do your part to help us make this reunion one of the best ever!! As you may know, having these reunions affords the Marionite Alumni to help those in need during the years we don't meet by providing scholarships and other fundraisers for families in need.
Thank you so much for your continued support of our efforts in this regard!
http://www.springmaidbeach.com
Marionite Alumni Committee
Joseph Harrison, Chairperson
Marionites 2010 Reunion coming to a resort near many of you (Springmaid Resort at Myrtle Beach).
Date: October 15-17, 2010 Mark your calendars and see complete details below!
Marionite Alumni Committee
PO Box 398
Marion, SC 29571
Joseph Harrison, Chairman 245-0502
Harold Crawford, Vice-Chairman 453-7200 James Washington, Treasurer 496-2435
Willie M. Legette Rayford, Secretary 765-3234 Quizella Haynes Lowe, Asst. Secretary 423-9222
Willie Lee Johnson, Media Coordinator 617-0341 William Mello Graves, Chaplin 742-5064
E-mail: marionitealumni@yahoo.com
Greetings Fellow Alumni,
The survey form that was completed at the 2008 reunion indicated Myrtle Beach as the desired place of the 2010 Alumni Reunion. Springmaid Resort, 3200 South Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 is the Committee’s choice for the site of the Reunion.
We will have the Meet - n’- Greet and Dinner at Captain George’s Seafood Buffet, 1401 29th Ave North, (Hwy. 17 North Bypass) Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (ACROSS FROM BROADWAY AT THE BEACH). http://captaingeorges.com
Again we are only planning two days of scheduled events. The resort has its own 18 hole miniature golf course, gaming arcade and a salt water fishing pier. There is also an Art Museum across the street. Brookgreen Gardens is near by. Myrtle Beach has many other attractions for you to enjoy as an individual or with classmates or school pals.
Schedule of Events Fall 2010 Marionite Reunion:
Friday (October 15, 2010):
• (4:00 - 8:00 pm) Check in, Springmaid Beach Resort (Live Oaks). Check-in across the street from Live Oaks and Palmetto Dunes.
• (8:00 -11:00 pm) Meet & Greet / Dinner, @ Captain George’s Seafood Buffet. Hwy.
Saturday (October 16, 2010):
• (Morning) On your own, with classmates, schoolmates, family or old friends.
• (7:00 -9:00 pm) 2010 Marionite Banquet @ Springmaid Resort (Robert L Reid Conf. Ctr).
• (9:00 pm -1:00 am) 2010 Marionite Dance @ Springmaid Resort (Robert L Reid Conf. Ctr).
Thank you for your participation. Make copies for classmates, family, guests & friends. Please help us promote this event.
We are eagerly looking forward to seeing you the weekend of October 15-17, 2010.
The Marionite Alumni Committee
Joseph Harrison, Chairperson
UPCOMING Johnakin High Class of 1970 Reunion at Myrtle Beach
Dear Class of Johnakin High 1970:
Johnakin High Class of 1970 is hosting it's 40th year reunion September 3,4 and 5, 2010 in Marion, South Carolina. Because each of us valued the relationship we had with each other, we want you to come back home to our 40th class reunion. I am mailing all the forms you will need to register for the reunion, if you have access to the internet go to http://www.johnakin1970.org and you will find all the information and forms. Below is a quick glance of what will take place during our reunion.
All the committees are working real hard to make this reunion an affair to remember. You are the best classmates anybody could ever wish for. You guys are super! Start making your plans now to come home, if you run up against any problems please call me or any of the committee chairpersons.
I am encouraging you to talk to your fellow classmates about coming to this reunion. We are looking for 100% of attendance from the class of 1970. This reunion is already the talk in the town I hear. Everything that the class of 1970 has ever done always turns out to be very special. Don't forget, if you need anything don't hesitate to call. Please contact (Donald) 803-914-6194 cell 817-897-0316.
Thanking you in advance for a job well done.
Events planned are:
Friday, September 3 - Reception at Southside Elementary School, 6:00 p.m.
PROM at Johnakin School, 8:00 p.m.
After PROM get together, 12:00 a.m TBA
September 4-5 All day Saturday and Sunday Morning at the Sands Dunes Resorts, Myrtle Beach, SC
A Banquet on Saturday night and a worship service on Sunday morning. Full details will be mailed to you later.
Cost - $50.00 per couple; Hotel $103.21 Saturday night
Bobby L. Davis Celebration
Retired US Army.
Retired Army ROTC Instructor Public School of South Carolina.
City Council, City of Marion, SC.
Former Mayor Protem (Vice-Mayor), City of Marion (1st African America).
Former Mayor, City of Marion (1st African America) ****** As Mayor Pro Tem, at death of past Mayor he was elevated as Interim Mayor until next election.
Current City Councilman City of Marion 4th District.
Always a Champion of human rights, freedom and justice for all.
Dr. James Scott King inducted in the Delaware State University’s Hall of Fame
Dr. King was born in Marion, SC where he attended Johnakin High School. He was the brother of Mrs. Jo Harriet King-Legette. He graduated in 1963 as class Salutatorian. He then graduated from Delaware State University in 1967 with a B.A. in English and History. During his junior at DSU he was one of four student nationwide selected as a visiting scholar at Morgan State University for Political Education. Later he received his M.A. and D.A. in English from Carnegie Mellon University.
After teaching two years in the English and Foreign Language Department and recognized as an outstanding academician, Dr. King was elected Chairperson in 1972.
As a master teacher, Dr. King was aggressive in his advocacy for students and his commitment and outreach to students from all walks of life distinguished him as a student advocate. Dr. King often assisted student financially with tuition, book, food and clothing.
Dr. King served Delaware State University as Vice-President of Faculty Senate (4yrs.); President of Faculty Senate (8 yrs.); Administration Council (12 yrs.); Vice-President AAUP (6 yrs.); Student Government Advisor (12 yrs.); Senior Class Advisor (7 Classes) and Pan Hellenic Council Advisor (7 yrs.).
In 2004, Dr King retired after thirty two years as Chair of the English and Foreign Language Department. Dr King still finds time to devote to the community and alma mater through the Alumni Association of DSU and Omega Psi Phi, the fraternity in which he held membership since 1964. He also continues to enjoy reading. Attending the theater, editing and spending time with family and close friends.
The Induction Ceremony was held on October 23, 2009 at the Dover Downs Hotel and Casino. His life long pal Mrs. Quizella Haynes Lowe attended the induction.
**I am accepting any photos from this event. Please forward to bettie.wallace@comcast.net. Thank you.
Go to "Community news" for Marion Star/Mullins Enterprise or Florence County Edition if you prefer to keep up with what's going on in and around Marion and surrounding cities.
Keep the Towe Legacy Going!
At the family's request, please note the following information for those who may be interested in contributing to a scholarship in Mrs. Towe's name at Allen University.
Rosa G. Brown Towe Scholarship Endowment/Allen University
c/o First Citizens Bank, 214 N. Main Street, P. O. Box 1100, Marion, SC 29571.
Thank you.
NEW Burgundy Shirts/Caps Available Still!
Sweatshirts for the Fall 2008 Reunion may be ordered soon. Be prepared to order yours!! Color and Design is the same as T-shirts below.
Sweatshirts, $15.00, L, XL, XXL, XXXL
T-Shirts, $12.00, L, XL, XXL, XXXL
Caps, $10.00, Adjustable size
Fall Burgundy Folded Sweatshirt w/cap still available - order yours now!
The survey form that was completed at the 2008 reunion indicated Myrtle Beach as the desired place of the 2010 Alumni Reunion. Springmaid Resort, 3200 South Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 is the Committee’s choice for the site of the Reunion.
We will have the Meet - n’- Greet and Dinner at Captain George’s Seafood Buffet, 1401 29th Ave North, (Hwy. 17 North Bypass) Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (ACROSS FROM BROADWAY AT THE BEACH). Website: http://captaingeorges.com
Again we are only planning two days of scheduled events. The resort has its own 18 hole miniature golf course, gaming arcade and a salt water fishing pier. There is also an Art Museum across the street. Brookgreen Gardens is near by. Myrtle Beach has many other attractions for you to enjoy as an individual or with classmates or school pals.
Schedule of Events Fall 2010 Marionite Reunion:
Friday (October 15, 2010):
• (4:00 - 8:00 pm) Check in, Springmaid Beach Resort (Live Oaks). Check-in across the street from Live Oaks and Palmetto Dunes.
• (8:00 -11:00 pm) Meet & Greet / Dinner, @ Captain George’s Seafood Buffet (Hwy. 17 North Bypass) Myrtle Beach, SC 29577.
Saturday (October 16, 2010):
• (Morning) On your own, with classmates, schoolmates, family or old friends.
• (7:00 -9:00 pm) 2010 Marionite Banquet @ Springmaid Resort (Robert L Reid Conf. Ctr).
• (9:00 pm -1:00 am) 2010 Marionite Dance @ Springmaid Resort (Robert L Reid Conf. Ctr).
Thank you for your participation. Make copies for classmates, family, guests & friends. Please help us promote this event.
We are eagerly looking forward to seeing you the weekend of October 15-17, 2010.
The Marionite Alumni Committee
Joseph Harrison, Chairperson
Marionites 2008 Reunion Souvenir Booklet
The place to connect with, inspire, incite and invigorate old friends, classmates, teachers as well as the community, thereby providing a bridge to the future Marionites.
Johnakin High Class of 1970 Reunion (see details below)
