Jacksonville Beach Elementary School #144

Bobby Smith ( 1970 )

My God bless you all for caring so much for each other in the time of need.We try to perpare ourselves for life, but in no way can we change the cycle of life.Sometime we loose people that mean so much to us, family,friends and loveones.To Janet and family may God keep you in his hands always.

Willard Dudley( 1971 )

Okay everybody, whats goin on? Lets hear whats going on with you. Its gotta be more than tough times and the light bill. On second thought lets don't talk about the light bill, bad subject. As for me I'm getting ready for my annual tennis tournament, the Magdalene Coffey Memorial Tennis Tournament, March 19th, 20th and 21st. Went on face book and connected with one of my best friends in the army. We had not talked since I got out in 1976. Having a lot of fun with my 5 month old grand-daughter. Jimmy you were right, I love her to death. I keep telling my family wal-mart, not designer. Made a committment to organize the Rhoda Martin Center Alumni. The center needs our help, so when we come callin don't be bashful with your support. We need to do as much as we can to preserve our heritage. If anyone has any ideas for our next reunion, time, date, place or anything, post it so we can hear your voice and opinion. Haven't talked to Sylvia or Barbara lately. I have to wait until i have an hour or more to spend on the phone. Talked to Zig in California, he's fine. Talked briefly to Matthews and Bobby Smith. They're both fine. Talked to Mr. Earnest at the Vooswar, he said Earnest jr. was headed to Australia to play his music. Donnie, Freddie, I tell you guys i'm practicing every day. Change that, every week. To everyone that takes the time to read this, be blessed. To those of you that remember "Sister Sledge" no one said it better, "We are Family."

Jimmy Gamble( 1971 )

GREAT TO SEE SOME CHATTER ON THE SITE,HOPE THAT YOU ALL ARE DOING OK. MY SIX YEAR OLD GRAND-DAUGHTER IS PLAYING LITTLE LEAGUE BASKETBALL AND YOU TALK ABOUT SOMETHING FUNNY,WILLARD YOU HAVE A LOT TO LOOK FOWARD TO. I CAN'T WAIT UNTIL MY THREE YEAR OLD GRAND-SON STARTS TO PLAY FOOTBALL AND MY TWO YEAR OLD GRAND- DAUGHTER THE ONLY SKILLS SHE HAS DEVELOPED SO FAR IS HOW TO BOSS PAPA AND I MUST ADMIT SHE IS REALLY GOOD AT IT. YOU ALL TAKE CARE AND LET'S KEEP UP THE CHATTER.

Earnestine Lodge Rackley

GOOD MORNING & HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EVERY ONE, JUST WANTED EVERYONE TO KNOW THAT JANUARY 9 2009 I HAD EMERGENCY OPEN HEART TRIPLE BY-PASS SURGERY . SO TO SEE ANOTHER YEAR IS A BLESSING AND I GIVE THANKS TO GOD EVERY DAY.AND PLEASE KEEP EVRYONE LIFTED UP IN PRAYER EVERY DAY

Lerexford (Rex) Easterly ( 1975 )

Well, with all that was said, I'm dealing with mother nature up here in Wash. D.C. As soon as I arrived last week she throw down with a bizzard of 2 feet yes I said it, two feet plus depending were you are in the metro area, and now as I post this msg. we are due for another 10 - 20 inches of snow. I told my daugther Kortney, I need my 4 wheel drive SUV back dangit!

Say Donnie I'm taking a break as well from the weights, due to shoving so much snow. I'm getting to old for this kinda of !! Darn, did someone say do ya wanna get away. I'm unable booked Southwest airlines because they don't do southeastern routes. Somebody please lead me to the white sandy beaches. Reunion part 2, hint! hint!

Emma Hollis Jackson

Hello everyone it is windy here in Augusta, Ga.,not to cold only 43 degrees. To Earnestine Rackley God is Good all the time and he will take care of his children.

Well it is Income tax time, so I have been busy in the evenings after a hard day at the Personal Care Home doing Taxes and still giving my husband a minute or two of my time.

To everyone stay well,take lots of cold meds,fluids and try not to get that flu bug thats going around.

Barbara Campbell Williams

HELLO EVERYONE: I HOPE EVERYONE HAS HAD TIME TO ADJUST TO THE NEW YEAR AND HIT THE TRENCHES. I PRAY THAT GOD WILL BLESS EACH OF US THIS YEAR IN WHATEVER WE STAND IN THE NEED OF. I THINK LAST YEAR WAS SO REWARDING THAT I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO THIS YEAR.

Girtha ( Gigi ) Morgan ( 1975) McMullen

lets get back in there i am ready to get with it in 2010. HOLLA

Lerexford (Rex) Easterly ( 1975 )

Amen to that Girtha, y'all just say when!

Sylvia Jones Martin

Alright Willard, March is fast approaching and as I remember the last time you, Barbara, and I talked, you mentioned a trip to Atlanta in March. Then we all decided that You, Barbara, myself and the Atlanta Alumni would get together and do something special. So, it's time for a conference call so that we can get this party started(smile). We have to give people notice. Alright, Girtha, give us some ideas as to what we can do because the there's a lot of Alumni in the ATL! I, myself need a break and need to add some excitement to my life. What better excitement and fun than getting together with classmates, and hey we can even start talking about our next reunion. Holla Back( these kids are wearing on me)smile. Headed to Dallas, Texas Friday because my daughter has a Cheerleading Competition .

Jimmy Gamble( 1971 )

Sylvia, GOOD LUCK to your daughter in her cheerleading competition and we hope that you enjoy your trip to Dallas.

Lerexford (Rex) Easterly ( 1975 )

Sylvia, you all have a safe trip and tell your daugther to do her best and have fun at the same time.

Willard Dudley( 1971 )

ATLANTA, ATLANTA, here we come. lets have a little fun. Our junior classmate Lisa Dove (Isay junior cause she aint old enough to be a real classmate) has graciously invted us to her house for a fish fry on Friday, March 5th. She also has tickets to the comedy Corner on Satuday and we intend to go to "Luckies" after the comedy show which is a dinner lounge with alive band. If anyone wants to join us for any of the fun that weekend please let me know. You can contact me here or my email Bdudley111@aol.com. You can also call me at 850-556-1383. Where are you Girtha, Sylvia who likes to dance?Charlotte, sure would be nice to see your face. Holla............

*20 free tickets for Saturday's Comedy Corner, first come first serve!

Ronald ( Zig ) Wharton

Peace & love to the masses

It's great to hear some good news for a change.
And it's also good to live in socal(Southern California) best weather in the land. LOL!
That atl thang sound like big fun ,I wish U all
safe travels.

Brotherly Zig

Sheila Davis ( 1975 )

CLASSMATES:
To Piggy Back on Willard's announcement regarding the Musuem, Please note this event is happening this weekend and you are all invited to come as well as anyone you know who could benefit from this Effort.

Be Blessed!

Sheila

"Keys for Reducing Your Risks of Cancer"
Jacksonville Beach Elementary Preservation Fund, Inc., F\B\O the Rhoda L. Martin Cultural Heritage Center, along with the Mayo Clinic, Beaches Emergency Assistance Ministries (BEAM), “Healthy Talk Seminar” presents a FREE educational seminar

“Avoiding Cancer: Keys for Reducing Your Risks”
Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010
10am – 2pm
The Carver Center
777 5th Ave S., Jacksonville, Beach Florida
This Event is Open to the Public!

Lerexford (Rex) Easterly ( 1975 )

Well alrighty now! I've been waiting. Willard put me down for two tickets, and were can I the details for the weekend function? Holla back.

P.S. email coming at cha!

Barbara Campbell Williams

We are asking everyone to pray for Frederica and Denise, their mother is in the hospital.

Willard Dudley( 1971 )

If anyone sees Lacy McMullen please congratulate him on his victory. He gave up smoking cigarettes after all these years. Finally my harassment and prayers payed off. He says he is feelilng much better and has a lot more energy. Now he gets to live a little longer. Thanks again God.

Sylvia Jones Martin

Hey Frederica you,Denise and Beverly and the entire family are in my prayers.

Sylvia Jones Martin

Thanks Rex and Jimmy! The trip to Dallas was really great. My daughter's team won 1st place and Grand Champions for having the highest score of all the teams in their division( 40 or more teams from all over the us). However, I guess I am not a spring chicken like I was back in the day, I'm still trying to recuperate and rest up.(smile). I'm lost with my home computer being on the blank but I will be keeping in touch as soon as it is operable. Take Care all! Enjoy the break from your shy classmate(smile).

Sheila Davis ( 1975 )

Congratulations Sylvia on your daughter's team victory!

Lerexford (Rex) Easterly ( 1975 )

Congrads to your daughter's team winning 1st place Silvia. My neighbor a Englewood grad in Jax. his wife and daughter (12th grade) flew out to Dallas and competed in the same affair. They repesent out of Alpharetta, GA. and were top winners as well.

Mary Thigpen ( 1974 ) LEAKE

HELLO PEOPLE..
Have a GRAND and a safe time this weekend in ATLANTA. I am planning a wedding for one of my kids, so I am quite busy at the moment. Fredericka and Denise you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Wishing your mom a speedy recovery. Spent some quality time this past weekend with Betty and Flora. Had a laughing good time. Look forward to checking in again.

keep you heads up and your lights on.
AND REMEMBER GOD STILL ANSWERS PRAYERS.

MARY THIGPEN(LEAKE)

Mary Thigpen ( 1974 ) LEAKE

MY CONDOLENCES TO THE GRANT AND DAVIS FAMILY FOR THE LOST OF JAMES GRANT. mAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU...

Willard Dudley( 1971 )

Hello Classmates; soon there will be a poll to determine if we should have a "New Years Eve" event or a "New years Night" event. Please go to the site and make your vote. We want to do what you want done. so please vote and be heard. You can also go to the message board and post your comments or feelings on the issue.

Also, this summer we will be doing something small to get together in Jacksonville. Keep your fellow classmates posted so everyone will be informed.

Pray, be blessed, be safe and enjoy life.........