THE MAGAZINE OF PATRICK HENRY FAMILY SERVICES
In This Issue:
The Decision Making Filter
SPRING 2018
PHBGH Academy Gazette
Superhero Central
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Editor's Note: In the recently released movie, A Wrinkle in Time, the main character, Meg Murry, says at the end of the movie, “I deserve to be loved!” Though a seemingly basic statement, Oprah Winfrey, who plays the role of Mrs. Which in the film, summed up this powerful statement while being interviewed on CBS This Morning: "I think people are – they suffer in direct proportion to how they don't believe that they deserve to be loved. So it all comes back to how loved are you, and do you believe that you're worthy of being loved?" The vulnerable children we serve are often heartbroken, scared, abused, and anxiety-ridden. At their core they feel unworthy to be loved. When a child grows up in constant chaos, battered, hurt, neglected, manipulated, and/or exploited, it is most difficult to feel loved, to have self-worth.
often experienced. Through unconditional love, stability, motivation, and therapy, we work to plug the hole in a youth’s soul in hopes of restoring self-respect and value. For other children, however, that receive no help, what happens to them? Maybe they become the mass killers we witness on the nightly news. As a society, as a Christian, I believe we have a duty to encourage all children and give them the empowering gift of love.
Questions or comments about The Orator? Contact Jennifer Wall at 434-376-2006, ext. 213 or at jwall@patrickhenry.org
The Orator is written by the staff and children at Patrick Henry Family Services (PHFS) and original ar twork by the children is featured from time to time. The Orator is edited and proofed entirely in-house by PHFS staff. The only aspects of production done outside of PHFS are the design, printing and mailing. The generous support of donors allows PHFS to mail The Orator to supporters as well as to others who may be unaware of PHFS. Chief Executive Officer Robert J. Day, M.S.W., M. DIV. Board of Trustees, Executive Committee Mrs. Beverley E. Dalton, Altavista, President Mr. Steve Bowery, Salem Ms. Bonnie B. Crews, Rustburg Mr. Michael F. Daly, Lynchburg Mr. David J. Marshall, Forest Mr. Aubrey L. Mason, Lynchburg Mr. Winfred D. Nash, Appomattox Mr. Brandon S. Osterbind, Esq., Lynchburg Mr. J. Blair Smith, Appomattox Mr. Hunter R. Watson, Farmville A financial statement is available with the State Division of Consumer Affairs. Patrick Henry Family Services is a taxexempt entity under Internal Revenue Code 501(c)(3). Contributions are taxdeductible as allowed by law.
As that child becomes an adult, forms of debilitating posttraumatic stress disorders are
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Photo Credits In This Issue Our Vision.......................................................... 3
Providing Hugs................................................12
A Message From Our CEO.......................... 4–5
Jeffrey Fulgham Transitions to Director of Principal and Planned Gifts......................13
Providing a Safe Haven................................... 7 PHBGH Academy Gazette.......................... 8–9 “What Happened?” rather than, “What Is Wrong”......................................10–11
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Superhero Central...................................14–15 The Honor and Memorial Register........16–26 Christmas Blessings......................................27
Sonya Weaver, Cover Shot Patty Hammock Scott Burgess
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OUR VISION: To meet the needs of every Child before us, resulting in the maximum impact for that Child, in the shortest time possible, in the most efficient way possible, always in a loving and professional manner.
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he vision of Patrick Henry Family Services (PHFS) is the backbone of our organization. In order to fulfill that vision and to help children and families contend with the overwhelming challenges posed by today’s turbulent cultural trends, we have built upon the original 1961 residential care concept with a series of interconnecting ministries. Each ministry complements the other and together they work to make a difference in the lives of hurting children.
Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes was founded as a living memorial to one of America’s most passionate patriots and orators. PHBGH is our cornerstone site operation which has served vulnerable youth for 56 years. Our four homes minister to children ages five through twenty-four and are able to handle up to 40 youth at a time. Each home is under the care of Christian houseparents, who model a loving family environment and encourage youth through all challenges.
Hope for Tomorrow Counseling one of PHFS' ever-expanding ministries, currently operates Christian counseling centers in Lynchburg, South Boston, Farmville, Bedford, Midlothian, Brookneal, and Danville. Founded to serve the counseling needs of our own youth, due to its success it has grown to serve the needs of over 900 hurting children and adults across Virginia. Over the years, we have realized that many of the situations that led children to our care might have been avoided through counseling.
Hat Creek Camp invites children of all ages to explore and enjoy 345 acres of picturesque rolling hills and adventure-packed challenges during summer camp. At camp, children experience the excitement and achievement associated with outdoor activities, while benefitting from the example of Christian mentors. The Hammersley Center at Hat Creek offers year-round serene conference services to churches, businesses, clubs and civic groups. Safe Familes for Children helps parents who are struggling to provide a safe home due to varying circumstances, temporarily place their children in the safe and loving homes of volunteers. While their children are being cared for, parents are given the breathing room they need to restore stability in their lives. They are supported in a myriad of ways through Safe Families volunteers, in order to help reunite their family as soon as possible.
Straight Talk is an inspirational program offering motivating, uplifting and encouraging messages on many of the most challenging issues facing youth, families and leaders today. Robert Day pulls from Scripture and employs his own moving personal story and dynamic testimony to touch hearts and inspire lives. His unique insights challenge listeners to live more Christ-centered lives.
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A Message From Our CEO
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t has almost been eight years now. That’s how long I’ve been the CEO of Patrick Henry Family Services. While I rejoice in that fact, that’s just a small part of my identity. I am a recovering orphan, plain and simple. That’s been true my entire life. If you’ve read my books, or have heard me share my story, you know what I mean.
of it. Every thought, every decision I make, personally or professionally, is filtered through the lens of a childhood of poverty, abuse, neglect, and exploitation. If you ever wondered what it would be like for one of the children we serve in our Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes to grow up to be the boss, I’m probably the closest thing to it.
Not a day goes by that I don’t struggle in some way with the reality of my orphan status. My work makes it very difficult not to be constantly reminded
What that means in the everyday oversight of this organization is that I always want to champion the cause of our clients first, the children and families. The needs
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of the institution are secondary on my mind. Sometimes that causes tension as my staff and I wrestle to figure out how to meet the needs of our clients with available resources. To help keep proper perspective, we have adopted a document at PHFS we call The Decision Making Filter, along with an accompanying poster to help remind us each day why we are here, and exactly who it is we serve. I am convinced the proper priority on leading this ministry is to do:
1. What is in the best interest of children and families? 2.
What is in the longterm best interest of the organization, because it serves the first priority?
3. What is the desire of our donors in fitting with the first two commitments? 4. What we can to do to properly care for our employees?
Quite frankly, sometimes it’s hard to be consistent and balanced with these competing interests. It’s easy to see how other organizations get these out of order. I’m proud that we mostly stay true to these commitments. Deep motivation by a call of God, along with an intense desire to see vulnerable children safe and successful, is what inspires our Board of Trustees, myself, and my dedicated staff to show up to remain vigilant and committed to our mission. It’s not the pay or benefits package, as thankful as we are for them. It’s not about promoting or expanding the reputation of PHFS, although
we are honored to do it. It’s the kids. It is always about the precious kids. As long as PHFS chases the mission and not the money; as long as donors give from a desire to meet the needs of children (and their families), and not necessarily from what makes them feel good; as long as the employees work for better outcomes of our clients and not what’s in their own self-interest, God will continue to bless this ministry. I may be wrong about all of this, but it’s the only way this poor orphan boy knows how to do it.
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Two books that will give you profound insights into Robert Day’s life…
and perhaps into your own.
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orn to a wandering young mother, and tossed through dozens of households before he even reached high school, Robert had all the marks of a kid destined for misery. But through faith in Christ, and with care from the few compassionate adults who crossed his path, Robert was able to prevail over his painful upbringing. Today, as CEO of Patrick Henry Family Services, children are often amazed at just how deeply Robert can relate to their histories of neglect, rejection, abuse, and humiliation…because that was the story of his childhood, too. Robert has shared all the heartbreak and highlights of his life in two remarkably candid books, Worst of Mothers…Best of Moms and Desperately Healed…My Journey to Wholeness. Adults who have experienced any discouragement of their own will find hope and inspiration in Robert’s account of his path to positivity.
-Available locally at-
Givens Books in Lynchburg, VA
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Amazon.com Or call the PHFS office during regular business hours at:
(434)-376-2006
All proceeds benefit the work of Patrick Henry Family Services. Robert Day is available for speaking engagements in churches, clubs, and civic organizations. To schedule him for your event, please telephone Donna Guthrie at (434) 376-2006, extension 114 or email dguthrie@patrickhenry.org.
THE TUCK FAMILY, Providing W hen crisis strikes, we often rely on relatives and friends for support. For families already under stressful situations, poverty and social isolation means they have no support. Often straightforward problems such as post-partum depression, unemployment, homelessness, hospitalization, or brief incarceration can be debilitating. Children in these situations often suffer neglect or abuse; some are removed from their homes and placed in state custody. Safe Families for Children (SFFC) is a Christian alternative for help with a family in crisis. Originally founded in Chicago in 2002, SFFC has successfully helped tens of thousands of families remain intact when faced with temporary crisis situations. The SFFC program creates safe havens for children in need, providing a stable environment that shields them from any sort of neglect. Children are temporarily placed with trained and vetted host families while parental issues are resolved.
“When you have allowed God to work through you, you are blessed to be part of the story of a family being reunited through SFFC.” Missy and Zac Tuck, along with their three children, learned about SFFC through their church, Blue Ridge Community Church. Not only did the Tucks jump on board as a host family, but they have graciously served as a host family for three separate children in stressful situations. “We love being a host family,” said Missy Tuck. “We have experienced miracles and great joy in each of our three hostings. Last week we received a wonderful card from the mother of an infant we hosted for 43 days. The card was addressed to Mom and Dad!
a Safe Haven
"We see SFFC as a totally different way of taking care of children in need. While Foster Care can be threatening and adoption final, SFFC is relationship based. When a parent has a bump in the road, there is a safe place to go for help, SFFC allows the placing parents to be surrounded by a community of followers, who are there to support and encourage them. When asked what problems she saw with the SFFC program, Missy continued, “The only problem we see is that not enough people know about the program. SFFC gives area Lynchburg families the opportunity to be involved in meaningful local missions, something I feel we all should strive to do.” “When you have allowed God to work through you, you are blessed to be part of the story of a family being reunited through SFFC,” said Zac Tuck. "Caring for vulnerable youth has given us the opportunity to love in grace and to establish long term relationships with both the child and their caretakers. It takes true courage and humility on both parts. A parent must be willing to surrender their child to another family in order to heal past the point of crisis. We must be willing to allow God to work through and in us to develop a true relationship with those we host and their families. I cannot begin to tell you the joy that has come from helping the children and parents that we have served.” “Words cannot describe how grateful I was to have a place to go for Christmas,” said Alicia. "I live at the Miller Home and had nowhere to go during Christmas break. Not only did the Tucks welcome me into their warm and wonderful family home at Christmas, they have invited me back for weekends. In fact, I am going home with them this weekend. WOW, I am loved!”
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PHBGH ACADEMY GAZETTE ISSUE 1
Summer Studies 2017
A Huge Success
Everyone on the Brookneal campus eagerly gathered to read the very first edition of our student-published newspaper!
School was out and the youth of Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes were ready for summer fun. “When we learned that summer fun included writing a newspaper, we were in shock!” said Katlynn. “Fun was supposed to be the pool, our annual trip to the beach, even earning money from work, BUT not writing. We quickly discovered that our newspaper was not normal school work, but it was actually an exciting and meaningful project!” Educational Coordinator for PHBGH Danika Deva shared, “I knew that every student would benefit from studying during the summer, not just those significantly behind, but those who could advance through extra academic work. I wanted something they could create and
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not just do. Creating, reviewing, and remediating during the summer would provide greater success during the school year, and that is one of PHBGH's main goals. Learning is lifelong, and teaching youth that the process can be fun and purposeful is vital. I believe when we add purpose to anything we do, it is easier to accomplish and more fun along the way! "Most students don't want to take summer classes; however, when they see a culminating project like a newspaper, and read their own articles, it pays off. Educationally, our residents entered the new school year more prepared than ever, as they had been writing many different kinds of articles, reviewing math,practicing
SOLs, working on reading comprehension, study skills and more. Additionally, the transition to school was much easier, as they felt they were already in the groove, so to speak.” When asked what the typical daily tasks were, Deva commented, “After prayer, we jumped into Daily Oral Language exercises where they edited sentences each day for grammar, punctuation, and spelling. Students also shared a journal with me where they wrote back and forth about life, current events, responses to a quote or verse or other topics. We also worked on current and relevant reading, writing activities, and math, such as practicing money for the younger youth, and working on SOL practice and typing articles for the older youth. Some of the students who struggle with visual spatial issues did activities for that.
The real joy came when two students passed some SOLs in the fall that they had struggled with several times. The pleasure and excitement on their faces was wonderful to see. "I think some of the best fun they had was writing the creative pieces, such as the stories that happened in 10 minutes which had to be written in 10 minutes. The students also enjoyed interviewing the PHFS staff, and they felt
successful interviewing, drafting and revising the interviews, and seeing it all published.
and relevant to her. This success is something she now has for her resumé and the rest of her life.
"Another fun time was seeing the kids outside measuring doors, windows, and things in order to work on standard and metric measurement. Additionally, one student came in very strong in writing, and didn't feel the need to participate in summer studies. After assessing her writing, I asked her to become the Editorin-Chief of the publication. She then had the opportunity to help create the paper. Summer studies then became more meaningful
"The real joy came when two students passed some SOLs in the fall that they had struggled with several times. The pleasure and excitement on their faces was wonderful to see. Although we didn’t specifically study that subject matter, we provided a place, our well-equipped Patrick Henry Academy, and time through summer studies to work on those skills. "I also want to add that every staff member at PHBGH helped
with this project. They came in and assisted in and out of the classroom, monitored break time, connected with the students, and helped them succeed with this project. "Additionally, there were several PHFS staff who also assisted with final editing, copying, prepping for our amazing 'Newspaper Reveal Party' and more. It really was a team effort that challenged, blessed, encouraged, and benefited the kids spiritually, personally, and educationally. And THAT is our goal at PHFS!”
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WHAT HAPPENED, Rather Than
WHAT IS WRONG? Janice Stinson, Licensed Professional Counselor, Trust-Based Relational Intervention Practitioner, and a Trauma-Informed Care Coordinator and Trainer
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he’s stealing food, but she can’t be hungry. I can’t trust her,” shared a frustrated adoptive mother with the counselor at their first meeting. The eight-year-old child sat with arms crossed and head down, her body as rigid as the coldness felt between the two. “I can’t have a moment to myself,” shared an exasperated, sleepdeprived mother whose five-yearold son sat in her lap, rubbing her hair on his nose. “I have suffered with depression since my husband’s sudden death two years ago. My son should be able to do more without me. It’s like I still have a toddler.” To each of these individuals, the trauma-informed listener responds compassionately with, “What happened to you,” rather than “what’s wrong with you?” A child is safe and well cared for but has yet to feel safe, feeling that she cannot count on the availability of food without taking matters into her own hands What happened in her life to cause such behavior? The counselor unfolds that before being adopted, she grew up
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desperately poor, often cold and alone, wearing ragged clothes, and, literally, starving. Having her own hidden supply of food is how she is left to handle her traumatic early years, thus she steals and hoards. What happened in a five-year-old’s life to make him not want to leave his Mother’s lap to the point of keeping her hair close to his nose in order to be able to smell her presence? The trauma-informed counselor discovers that following the death of his father, the youth watched as the one who always made him feel safe and loved slipped into an abyss of depression, wiping out her motherly intuitive sense to care for his young needs. He clings to keep her close —fearing that she may one day be gone as well. For each of these precious individuals, there is need behind the behavior, and there is hope. Patrick Henry Family Services and their Hope for Tomorrow Counseling Centers have reached “kids from hard places” for decades. Not only are they armed with years of research about the heavy impact
Janice Stinson and Director of Safe Families for Children Patrick Neff are photographed conducting a TBRI® workshop at Bethel Baptist Church in Midlothian.
that early-life experiences between caregiver and child will have on children and adults, they thoroughly understand that when trauma is experienced, no one is immune to the life-altering consequences. Clinicians are uniquely trained to recognize the signs of early childhood trauma and the effects it has had on individual lives. Not only does trauma disrupt healthy development, when misunderstood, it can mask itself in metal health problems, crime, addictions, combativeness, etc. Through Trauma-Informed Care, HFT counselors respond to the effects of the trauma with understanding, restoration of greater self-esteem, and plans for altered outcomes that are positive and empowering. Felt Safety, Choices, Compromise, and Shared Power are a few of the values that the organization is embracing both with clients and with employees. Giving voice, the ability to speak up respectfully to share thoughts and emotions, is often lost when one experiences trauma, an experience in which one has a serious threat to his/her life or sense of well-being. Neglect is another thief of security whose effects can be seen in the whole person, biologically, psychologically, emotionally, and spiritually. PHFS is embarking upon efforts to invest in those in need before us: the whole child, the whole family, the whole caregiver (natural and professional). The trauma-informed provider looks beyond symptoms to see the strengths of individuals and families, and collaborates to help them heal and restore functioning. In addition, PHFS participates in TBRI® practices which is an
attachment-based, trauma-informed intervention that is designed to meet the complex needs of vulnerable children. TBRI® uses empowering principles to address physical needs, connecting principles for attachment needs, and correcting principles to disarm fear-based behaviors. While the intervention is based on years of attachment, sensory processing, and neuroscience research, the
heartbeat of TBRI® is connection. The reality that we are all broken and saved by grace must not be overlooked. Recognizing need within ourselves and within those to whom we minister is essential to do God’s work, to bring healing and hope to those affected by deep hurt, to seek help for ourselves as we care for others, and to provide a community of support for each of us.
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One Blanket at a Time
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o longer could I move my legs,” said Eve Ward. “I went into back surgery for healing, I woke with limited use of my legs. Weeks later my husband left each morning for work, only to come home to find me where he left me. I had gone from a very active woman involved in community, church, Girl Scouts, and life to debilitation. What was I to do? "Suicide did not work and I refused to become a burden to those I loved, so I pushed forward, praying for healing and strength. My mother sent me a box of fabric, asking that I finish her quilt, but I did not know how to sew. She kept sending me boxes of fabric, so I reached out for help. With grace and patience, Renee Gates taught me all about sewing. Thankfully, I could create again! "In the meantime, I went to Hope for Tomorrow for counseling. My life had changed and I did not want to be defined by my struggles, but rather by possibilities. When I told my clinician that I was learning to sew, she jumped in with the suggestion that I sew weighted blankets and quilts for children who experienced trauma and are now being cared for in PHFS’s Safe Families for Children program.
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"Wow, I could again make a positive difference in a child’s life," I said to myself! Sewing took on a whole different meaning, and I was up for the challenge. I learned that weighted blankets can give the invaluable weight of a hug, yet gives needed space to those children suffering from issues like attachment disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, autism, etc. These children need a hug, but do not like to be touched. The weighted blanket provides pressure that helps them to feel secure and safe.
"My life now has new meaning and a purposeful mission, providing as many hugs as I can make for children." My life now has new meaning and a purposeful mission, providing as many hugs as I can make for children,” concluded Eve Ward. PHFS is grateful to Eve as her creations/hugs have touched kids in SFFC, HFT, and PHBGH.
Jeffrey Fulgham Transitions to Director of Principal and Planned Gifts
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f ter fo ur-plus yea r s leading the Institutional Advancement team, Jeffrey R. Fulgham, CFRE, is transitioning into a new role with PHFS this spring. For the past 30 years, Jeffrey’s passion has been fund development. His new position as Director of Principal and Planned Gifts will allow him to invest all of his time in the area that he enjoys most. He will focus specifically on planned gifts and estate planning, as well as principal gifts from individuals, foundations and businesses.
Jeffrey said, “I have enjoyed my tenure growing and leading this team, but I am exceptionally excited about spending more time with our partners to help them leave a special legacy that will ultimately write new stories and create better futures for children and families in our care. When Robert Day approached me with this opportunity, I replied ‘that is my dream job’ and we started working on a transition plan for my current responsibilities.”
Based in our Lynchburg office since his arrival in 2013, Jeffrey is relocating to the Richmond area and will also represent PHFS in that region.
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The Honor and Memorial Register
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he following donors made honor or memorial gifts to Patrick Henry Family Services in
recognition of those who have made a difference in their lives. These gifts not only help our ministry, but they also live on as a lasting legacy to those who are honored. In fact, many people have been introduced to Patrick Henry Family Services through honor and
memorial gifts. When honor and memorial gifts are received, our office promptly notifies the honoree, or the family of the deceased, and provides the name and address of the donor of each gift.
IN HONOR OF:
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Mr. and Mrs. James E. Atkinson III
Carole Faye Couch Abernathy Mr. Robert E. Abernathy, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Gene Brooks Brenda and Frank Puryear
Morgan Allen Piney Grove Baptist Church
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Brown Dr. and Mrs. Robert W. Sydnor
Audrey and Spud Almond Mr. Phillip Inge
C. Russell Burnette, Jr. Mrs. Rebecca B. DuFour
Jason and Elizabeth Annan Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mew
Mary P. Burton Bobby and Barbara Whitlow
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Dr. and Mrs. Letcher B. Barnes Mrs. Susan B. Nash
Rev. Samuel F. Caldwell Mrs. Zora A. Mosebrook
Virginia Dawson Beebe Thomas Veillette Family
Mrs. Barbara H. Caldwell
Joe and Meredith Collins and Bryan Lewis Al and June White Gilbert Conner From your Sunday School Class Jim Conner From your Sunday School Class Bobby and Lucy Conner Anonymous Daphne W. Copley, Happy Birthday Ms. Elizabeth C. Estes Jane Rice Crenshaw The Virginia Society Dames of the Court of Honor
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Children in the Patrick Henry Homes Mr. and Mrs. Preston H. Andrews
Jean Davis Ms. Nancy Davis
John and Kim Bittle Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mew
Children, Grandchildren and Great‑grandchildren Mrs. Nancy W. Bennett
Robert J. Day Anonymous
Marie Blanton Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd B. McKay
Garland and Frances Clark Mr. and Mrs. Dale C. Clark
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Booth Brenda and Frank Puryear
Jane Clarke Mrs. Carolyn Hite
Bonnie Bowen Ms. Betty A. Watson
Alex Cole, Happy 18th Birthday! Ms. Frances O. Martin
Rachel and Wayne Beeler Ms. Virginia M. Mitchell
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Dr. and Mrs. Lewis Bridgforth Mr. and Mrs. John B. Walker
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Mr. and Mrs. David Bryant Mr. and Mrs. David Defino Ms. Myra Green Cheryl and Randy Dillard Thomas and Janice Burton Helen W. Dudley Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Layne
Revisiting the Academy Gazette debut: It was such a beautiful day when students and staffers gathered to see the premiere issue of the Academy Gazette student newspaper (story on pages 8–9), that we decided to share a few more photos of our residents enjoying the occasion!
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Dr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Eppes, Jr. Mrs. Dorothy M. Eppes
Mrs. Nancy Haga Farmville UMC McCraw‑Haga Sunday School Class
Michelle and Wayne Ickes Mrs. Marilyn R. Blake
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Allen Hamblin Spud and Audrey Almond Joe and Pam Hare Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mew Laurie S. Harris Mr. John G. Hoffman Mrs. Lillian H. Hicks Cookie and Earl Currin Kathryn Hoff‑Patrinos Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mew Tara Hofmann Mr. and Mrs. Byron Ricketts
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Tommy and Diane Hudson Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mew
Dana B. Goetz Mrs. Rebecca B. DuFour
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Chandler, Braxton, Alex and Annie Gowen Mr. Bernard S. Gowen, Jr.
Hazel Hunt Mrs. Betty Warner
Isaiah Ms. Bonnie Burley Crews
J Mr. and Mrs. Bill Jamerson Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey Mason Mr. and Mrs. Phillip C. Jamerson Susan and Jim Jennings Mrs. Rebecca B. DuFour Patsy Ryland Jewett Mr. Clarke C. Jones Carl and Ellen Johnson Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mew Mr. Clarke C. Jones Dr. and Mrs. W. P. Morrissette III Mr. and Mrs. Kurtis Jones Brenda and Frank Puryear David and Debbie Jones Mr. Robert D. Jones
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K Katherine Axson Keel Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Hite
L Miss Janet Lancaster Mr. and Mrs. Clarence N. Irby
M Virginia D. McCormick Ms. Barbara J. McCormick Scott and Judy McDuffie Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mew Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd B. McKay Mr. and Mrs. Bill W. Scruggs, Jr. Chuck McMillan Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mew Marsha Melton Mr. and Mrs. Edmond A. Overstreet III Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Metzger Mr. and Mrs. Lenwood A. Johnson, Sr. Connie Minnick Ms. Betty A. Watson
N Susan B. Nash Mrs. Betty Sue Barnes Winfred and Patricia Nash Mr. Nicholas Vlissides
P Connie and Charles Padgett Ms. Brenda D. Hudson Mr. and Mrs. Roland B. Parris, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. R. Baxter Parris, III Brian Pearl and Cindy Kotsch Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mew Paul and Barbara Perrone Winfred and Patricia Nash Peggy Pilout Mr. and Mrs. Paul Kristiansen Pastor and Mrs. Ben Powers Brenda and Frank Puryear Mr. and Mrs. Charles Puckett Brenda and Frank Puryear
Q Mrs. Robert A. Quicke (Anne) Cookie, Maurene, and Lucy Sterling
R Billy and Donna Raspa Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mew
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Fred and Theresa Rieger Ms. Marian R. Dean Jane M. Robison Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mew Dan and Becky Roop Hubert, Judy, and Jason Roop, Warren, Elizabeth, Aubrey, and Jonathan Tuck Jeff Roop, Kristy Salce, Sophia Roop Hubert, Judy, and Jason Roop, Warren, Elizabeth, Aubrey, and Jonathan Tuck Charles and Mary Jane Rush Mr. and Mrs. Raymond E. Shields, Jr.
S Teresa L. Sanderson Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Layne Mr. and Mrs. Bill W. Scruggs, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd B. McKay Donald E. Simmons Mr. and Mrs. Steven Hall Mr. and Mrs. Roderick Smithson Brenda and Frank Puryear Mrs. Joanne Stanley Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd B. McKay Daniel Staton Ms. Brenda D. Hudson
T Dr. and Mrs. Wayne Tinnell Brenda and Frank Puryear Dr. and Mrs. John M. Turner, Jr. Brenda and Frank Puryear
W Bob and Shirley Walker Winfred and Patricia Nash Mr. and Mrs. John B. Walker Dr. Lewis W. Bridgforth Jennifer Wall Garden Study Club of Farmville Mrs. Louise C. Walton Cookie and Earl Currin David and Jeannie White Al and June White Jennifer White Al and June White Michael, Jeans, Mathew and Daniel White Al and June White Steven White Al and June White
Winter Workout The youth at Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes were ready to jump in for snow removal patrol this past January. Snow removal for sidewalks, driveways, cars, and vans were done by our boys in Plymale Cottage under the direction of Scott Burgess. We have awesome youth . . . Thank you boys!!!
Mrs. Catherine Wilck Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd B. McKay
Mary Blackwell Barnes Mrs. Betty Sue Barnes
Gayle G. Williams Mr. Ebb H. Williams III
Ms. Stephanie Hamlett
Robert Williamson Mr. James D. Williamson
Dr. Denise Y. Parsons
Mrs. Susan B. Nash Ms. Martha B. Reed
Mrs. Dyan Willis Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Thomas
Tommy Barnes Mrs. Betty Sue Barnes
Mrs. Marjorie Wilson, Happy Birthday! Mr. and Mrs. William E. Wilson, III
William Thomas Barnes III Ms. Martha B. Reed
Mr. and Mrs. Herbert E. Winn Cookie and Earl Currin
"Sitty" Baskerville Cookie and Earl Currin
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Clayton G. Beasley Ms. Carol Beasley Bush
Mr. and Mrs. Homer Yeatts Brenda and Frank Puryear Charlie and Coo Youell Janice and Sonny Martin
IN MEMORY OF:
A William C. "Bill" Abbitt Ms. Nancy C. Abbitt Mrs. Patricia O. Abbitt C. W. Abbitt, Jr. Sons, Inc. Ralph and Minnie Allred Mrs. Bettie Ingram Allred Dorothy M. Amos Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Davis J. Hudson and Elizabeth C. Anderson Mr. and Mrs. John H. Anderson, Jr., Amy and Catherine
John Beebe Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Raymond P. Huot Sammie Bennett Mrs. Nancy W. Bennett Charles Jackson Beverly Duke Fence Company Shirley H. Blalock Mr. Jeffrey C. Blalock Medford Bomar Mrs. Hazel D. Francis Ed and Frances Bosiger Mr. and Mrs. Barry Bosiger Anne T. Bost Mr. James T. Bost Mildred Anne Boyd Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Pat Brandon Mrs. Doris C. Brandon
Ray and Lucy Arrington Mrs. Roberta H. Helms
Trudy Brankley Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.
Frances and Willard Austin Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Royster
Lloyd B. Bryant and Louise S. Bryant Mr. and Mrs. Larry P. Bryant
Rosea Lea Austin and Cecil Austin Ms. Lisa Tomlin
Lawrence "Rita" Bryant Mr. and Mrs. Clarence N. Irby
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Mr. and Mrs. Terry D. Ray
C Timmy Caknipe Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Robert Allen Caldwell Mrs. Barbara H. Caldwell Leonard and Mary Callaham Mr. and Mrs. Edward D. Feagans Mr. and Mrs. Morta Campbell Mrs. Ann E. Campbell Dorothy "Dot" Lee Campbell Mrs. Ann E. Campbell R. Earl Campbell Mrs. Ann E. Campbell Robert Carey Mrs. Fannie Mae Tuck Charles Carter Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. H. Wayne Carter, Jr. Mrs. Glynn Whitten William Carter, Jr. Penny and Larry Jordan Kimberly Cave Linda and Jack Leatherwood Glenn Franklin Chappell Cookie and Earl Currin Dolly Childress Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Tinsley John Vaden "Johnny" Chiles Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Betty Claiborne Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Nancy Cobb Mr. and Mrs. Merle T. Adkins III Richard W. (Boosie) Cobbs, Jr. Cookie, Maurene and Lucy Sterling Edna and Tom Cocke Mrs. Doris C. Brandon Earl D. Conner Mrs. Jackie B. Conner
Martha Tweedy Babcock Mr. and Mrs. Wilton J. Klement
Mr. and Mrs. V. W. Buchanan Mr. and Mrs. James B. Buchanan
Emily and Billy Bailey Mr. and Mrs. Johns W. Bailey
Ruth Burnett Mrs. Hazel D. Francis
Taylor and Eunice Bailey Faye and Clyde Mathews
Russell and Pearl Burnette Mrs. Rebecca B. DuFour
Mr. and Mrs. John Augustus Cordle Cookie, Earl, Lyle, Trisha, Sterling, Kristin, Dikie, Samuel, Esther, Audrey, William, Lucy Sterling, Bruce, Henry, Wilson, Maurene, Jeff, Jillian, Lucy and Waverly
Mr. and Mrs. Albert Ball Mr. Bill C. Wallace
Mrs. Lois Adams Byrd Ms. Barbara J. McCormick
Iris Nichols Cotter Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Fitz, Jr.
R. Eugene Bare Mr. and Mrs. Merle T. Adkins III
Muriel F. Cowart Faye and Clyde Mathews
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Grayson Cox Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.
Mr and Mrs. Frank Epperson Mrs. Ann E. Campbell
Jeffery Gentry Cookie and Earl Currin
Mary Bryant Crabtree Mrs. Myrtle D. Fisher
John Lee Epperson Mrs. Ann E. Campbell
James H. Gibbs, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Merle T. Adkins III
Rev. Nolan Crowder Eleanor and Doug Pillow
Maynard Epperson Mrs. Ann E. Campbell
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Frank Leslie Etchison Barbara and Cecil Welsh
Robert Percy Glidewell, Sr. Earl, Lyle, Trisha, Sterling, Kristin, Dikie, Samuel, Esther, Audrey, William, Lucy Sterling, Bruce, Henry, Wilson, Maurene, Jeff, Jillian, Lucy and Waverly
Jerry Norris Dalton Mr. and Mrs. C. S. Spencer, Sr. Frank Elbert Dance Sheila and Clayton Garmon Mrs. Faye S. Keesee Mr. and Mrs. William J. Long, Jr. Carolyn and Dunnie Nichols Robert Davenport Mr. and Mrs. Clarence N. Irby Samuel Turner "Sammy" Dawson Linda and Billy Elliott Faye and Clyde Mathews
Lois H. Everett Mr. and Mrs. Clarence N. Irby
F Samuel Joe Fariss Mrs. Weston Gupton Family Mrs. Carolyn S. Lucy Welford S. Farmer Ms. Linda L. Cheseldine
Stephanie Deasy Mrs. Florence Wilder
Rebecca and Robert Feagans Mr. and Mrs. Edward D. Feagans
Katherine Dickerson Mr. Keith Dickerson
Samuel Lewis "Baby Sam" Ferguson Betty and Bill Watts
Diane Griffin Dodd Mr. and Mrs. Lester Guthrie
Ronnie Ferrell Joanne and Buddy Ferrell
Dorothy Dodson Mrs. Judith C. Rudacille
Charlotte H. Fleshman Mrs. Roberta H. Helms
Nolie and Harry Dodson Mrs. Florris D. Reid
Chris Floyd Mr. and Mrs. Wayne V. Floyd
Robert Woodson "Joe" Dowdy Mr. and Mrs. John L. Morgan III
James and Mable Fowlkes Mrs. Jean Gates Fowlkes
Archer B. and Wallace B. Duffey Mrs. Elnora W. Duffey
Robert E. "Bobby" Fowlkes Mrs. Jean Gates Fowlkes
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Ruby Fox Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. James S. Easley Mr. and Mrs. Jack Dunavant William Ralph Eason Jack and Jean Jennings
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Monroe Evans Mr. and Mrs. Cary B. Stokes
Philip Frederick Dr. and Mrs. L. A. Frederick
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Rachel Barlow Elder Ms. Nancy R. Elder
Janice Gaines Mr. and Mrs. John W. Routt, Jr.
Sandra Keith Elgin Bill and Betty Watts
Steve Garber Mrs. Penny Garber
Evelyn Ellington Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.
William Garland Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.
Tommy Ellington Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.
James and Mary Gates Mrs. Jean Gates Fowlkes
Gladys and Douglas English Mr. and Mrs. Barry Bosiger
Julian W. "Jukey" Gates Mrs. Jean Gates Fowlkes
PAT R I C K H E N R Y. O R G
Robert Percy Glidewell, Jr. Earl, Lyle, Trisha, Sterling, Kristin, Dikie, Samuel, Esther, Audrey, William, Lucy Sterling, Bruce, Henry, Wilson, Maurene, Jeff, Jillian, Lucy and Waverly Grover A. Goolsby, Jr. Mrs. Louise E. Goolsby James, Richard and Franklin Gordon Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Royster John Newton Gordon, Jr. Buffalo Air Handling Central Baptist Church Mrs. Helen S. Massie Mary and Allie Gordon Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Royster Mr. and Mrs. John Wallace Graham Mr. and Mrs. Werner F. Rieger Mr. Bert Greene Mrs. Betty A. Eike J. Willard "Bill" Greer Mr. and Mrs. Douglas B. Matze, Jr. Mrs. Nannie Kidd Gregory Mr. and Mrs. Merle T. Adkins III Bonita W. Gupton Mr. Glen N. Abernathy Randy and Debra Cage Mrs. Barbara B. Johnston
H Gene H. Hall, Sr. Mrs. Mary Ellen Hall Martha Watson Hamilton Mrs. Penrose C. St. Amant Mr. James Ryland Hamlett Cookie, Earl, Lyle, Trisha, Sterling, Kristin, Dikie, Samuel, Esther, Audrey, William, Lucy Sterling, Bruce, Henry, Wilson, Maurene, Jeff, Jillian, Lucy and Waverly Edward and Virginia Hardie Mrs. Jean Hardie Rickman
Family
Fun Fest Hat Creek Camp celebrated its first annual Fall Family Fun Fest this past November. There were games, a bounce house, tractor rides, face painting, food trucks, craft vendors, and an opportunity to explore the Hat Creek property. Though predominantly known for its summer camps, Hat Creek and its event facility, the Hammersley Center, are available year round for birthday parties, baby showers, reunions, weddings, retreats, scouting groups, etc. Guests are not only able to stay at the handicappedaccessible Hammersley Center, but also are able to rent out campsites and cabins, while taking part in numerous outdoor activities such as the high and low ropes courses, climbing wall, archery range, canoeing, hiking, fishing, plus so much more. For more information about Hat Creek Camp and the Hammersley Center, please telephone Guests Services Associate Ashley Poole at (434) 376-1250, ext. 405.
Nathan L. Helms Mrs. Roberta H. Helms
Bob and Gaynelle Hudnall Mr. and Mrs. Wayne B. May, Jr.
Walter C. Henderson, Jr. Mrs. Mary Sue Henderson
Phyllis Morris Hudson David and Erline Hudson
Richard Hendren Nancy and Charles Jones
Dennis W. Hunt Mrs. Nancy W. Hunt
Betsy Higgins Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.
Virginia Moore Hunter Mrs. Maggie H. Moore
J.W. Hill American Legion Unit 03/1975
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Hannah M. Hite Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Royster Mr. and Mrs. Anthony L. Overton Glenna O. Hix John W. Hix and Florence O. Hix Elson and Lula Hodnett Mr. and Mrs. Richard B. Jackson
Barney Inge Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Polly and Sam Inge Dr. and Mrs. Gene Wolanski Patsye C. Irby LPL Financial Mrs. Jean Hardie Rickman Mrs. Lisa R. Van Arsdale
J Judd Jackson Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Margaret Isaacs Jackson Mr. and Mrs. Clarence N. Irby Mrs. Erna Isaacs Ms. Joan R. Peak Stanley "Bucky" Phillips James, Jr. Mr. Robert D. Babcock Mrs. Corey Posey William Burton "Bill" Jennings Mr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Tweedy William L. "Bill" Johnson Mr. and Mrs. John B. Walker Mrs. Louise C. Walton Martha K. Jones Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.
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Countless thanks once again to the Woman’s Missionary Union of Liberty Baptist Church in Appomattox for the extraordinary Valentine celebration dinner and activities they provided the boys and girls of Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes. For more than 38 years, these talented Christian women have hosted this very special party for the youth. “I have lived at PHBGH for four years, and this event is one of my very favorites,” said Katlynn. “Thank you Woman’s Missionary Union!” Eleanor A. Jordan Mrs. Janice D. Crutchfield
Wesley Lipscomb Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.
Earl Marstin Anonymous
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William "Gene" Litchford Shirley and Earl Southall
Renneth Marston Mr. and Mrs. Benny O. Marston
Dorothy and Charles Lockridge Mrs. Betty Hamlett
Elna Hatcher Martin Mr. James M. Martin
Henry Loftis American Legion Unit 03/1975
Reynolds Martin Mr. William N. Martin, Jr.
Rosa Logwood Ms. Jane Sumerlin
Lawrence Martin Kristi and Eddie Gregory
Kyler Cristian Lopez Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.
Charlie and Effie Mathews Faye and Clyde Mathews
C. Glenn and Elizabeth Love Mr. John E. Love
Wayne B. May Mr. and Mrs. Wayne B. May, Jr.
John Love Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.
Phillip McCartney Lynne and Don Huskey
Mr. Waverly Daniel Love Cookie and Earl Currin
Betty H. McCraw, former Clerk of Campbell County J&D Circuit Court Ms. Hilda W. Ferguson
Joseph "Joby" Bernard Klotz Mrs. Barbara B. Johnston Bernard and Carol Knowles Honorable Joyce K. Crouch
L T. Currie and Gladys Gilliland Lacks Ms. Sandra Lacks Kathleen W. Lawson Virginia and Randy Wells Armantine M. Leggett Hampton and Peggy Hazelwood Geraldine R. Lenhart Kristi and Eddie Gregory Carolyn and Barry Hughes Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Addison B. Lewis Randy and Debra Cage Mark Lewis Mr. Kenneth E. Irby Theo Boswell Lewis Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Guill
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M Corey Maitland Mr. and Mrs. Erwin L. Maitland Carroll Claiborne Marstin Mr. and Mrs. Jessie L. Faris Mr. Aaron Johnson Faye and Clyde Mathews
Mildred Tucker McDearmon Mr. Richard T. Witt Joshua Loren McGarrahan Mrs. Judy M. Saunders William E. McRorie Mrs. Hope F. McRorie
P Bob and Louise Paris Mrs. Marie W. Turner Steve W. Parks Kristi and Eddie Gregory Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. The Perkinson Family Ms. Carolyn T. Perkinson Janie Peterson Kristi and Eddie Gregory Nancy Towles Pittard Mr. Walter R. Beales III Mr. and Mrs. James R. Pittard Rachel Kibler Pixley Mr. and Mrs. John L. Morgan III Leslie Powell, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Leggett Mr. and Mrs. Luther Powell Mr. Glen Powell Clyde B. Midkiff Mrs. Joyce R. Midkiff
Wade D. Murray Ms. Patricia G. Satterfield
William Larry Miller, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Leggett
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Rev. Robert E. Mills Ms. Nancy R. Jennings Ray Minix Mr. and Mrs. Dave Russ Henry and Edith Minix Mr. and Mrs. Dave Russ Ammie and Charlie Moon Mrs. Charlynne Flippin David Perry Moore Mrs. Jane S. Baynes "Nannie Frances" Gravitt Moore Mr. and Mrs. Douglas B. Matze, Jr. Shirley Moorman (Past President of the Alice Kyle District 1984‑1986) Alice Kyle District‑VFWC Mr. William P. Guthrie Mr. Kenneth L. and Lucy Woodall Harris Mrs. Mary Lynn Hawkins Dr. and Mrs. James G. Hunter, Jr. Ms. Norma S. Light Mrs. Lois R. McCullough Mrs. Lola Smith Mrs. Mary Frances Tweedy Hunter and Llewellyn Watson Mr. Jeffrey Blanks Young Betty L. Morton Mrs. Betty Hamlett
Chasteen Shirley Neal, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Merle T. Adkins III Lucy Neal Mr. William L. Neal Chandler Anderson Nelson III Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Leggett Pamela Newcomb Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Carolyn K. and Bobby Newman Honorable Joyce K. Crouch Alice Nichols Mr. and Mrs. Clarence N. Irby Charlie Nichols Mrs. Juanita Yancey Charles R. Nichols Cookie and Earl Currin Marshall Norwood American Legion Unit 03/1975 Margaret Nuttle Anonymous
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Rosa Owen Powell Ms. Elna C. Rudder Johnny Prevette Fred Blankenship Lula K. Price and Olyce "Jack" Price Ms. Margaret A. Hargrave John Leslie "Les" Puckett Ms. Vickie P. Hite John Will Puckett Ms. Vickie P. Hite Mr. and Mrs. Sambo Puckett Ms. Vickie P. Hite Wilma Ann Snead Puckett Ms. Vickie P. Hite Patricia "Pat" Pulliam Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Cliborne Brad and Joshua Puryear Mr. and Mrs. John B. Puryear, Jr. Joshua Lee Puryear Mr. and Mrs. John B. Puryear, Jr. Harry E. and Joan M. Ranson Mrs. Regina M. Caldwell and Mr. Willie M. Caldwell III
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Irma P. Ore Mr. James D. Ore, Sr.
Dana C. Ray Mr. and Mrs. Clarence N. Irby
Barbara Owen Mr. and Mrs. Cecil B. Arthur
Earnest and Jean Reaves Mrs. Marie W. Turner
Clarence E. "Skip" Oxford, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. John L. Morgan III
Robert Lee Reese Virginia and Randy Wells
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Mike Roberts with the Ward Burton Wildlife Foundation (WBWF) spent an afternoon with the youth of PHBGH talking about the migrating Prothontary Warbler. The youth were given the opportunity to make bird boxes, two of which will be placed at the Vic Thomas Fish Hatchery on the Staunton River. While there, Mike Roberts spotted a pair of blue birds; therefore, he also put up two bluebird houses on the Brookneal campus. The WBWF is dedicated to conserving America’s land and wildlife through wise stewardship, while educating children and adults about the natural resources that will shape America’s future. James K. Reid Mrs. Florris D. Reid
Mr. William P. Guthrie
Tom and Mazie Reid Mr. and Mrs. Reginald M. Reid
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald M. Taylor
John Thomas "Tom" Reynolds Ms. Mary Anne Blazek Lee Reynolds Ms. Linda A. Wilson Norvel and Mildred Reynolds John Thomas Reynolds Steven Reynolds Sallie and J. T. Eades Mr. and Mrs. Werner Rieger Mr. and Mrs. Werner F. Rieger
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S Mr. James Robert Salley Cookie, Earl and all of the White Oaks Farm Family Josh Lacks and Jason Lacks Michael and Kristin Lacks Chris and Amy Lacks Richard and Janice S. Lacks Samuel, Esther, Audrey, and William Lacks Mr. Alan Rector Lotspeich
Edwin and Eddie Rinker Ms. Betty Jane Rinker
Bryce, Leah and Evelyn Lotspeich
Dr. John C. Risher Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Hansberry, III
Russell and Clare Lotspeich
Clyde and Geneva S. Lotspeich Walt and Natalie Lotspeich
Louise Roediger Mr. Henry Roediger III
Christopher Sanders Mrs. Roberta H. Helms
Benny C. Rogers Ms. Helene Baker
Mary "Polly" Sandifer Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.
PAT R I C K H E N R Y. O R G
Barbara Lovelace Saunders Fred Blankenship Jane Quinn Saunders Edmund A. Saunders, Janie Q. Saunders and Jane Quinn Saunders Endowment of The Community Foundation Dr. Thomas Archer Saunders, Sr. Ms. Margaret M. Peery Jewell Dunkley Scott Mr. and Mrs. Barry T. Dunkley Carolyn Shelton Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wagstaff, Jr. Frank and Mary Short Mr. and Mrs. Barry T. Dunkley Mary Josie Short and Parker Short Mr. and Mrs. Paul D. Short Wilhemina Morris Shotwell Farmers Mutual Insurance Company of Granville, Person, Vance Mrs. June S. Rebick Grace and George Smith Ms. Myrtle A. Smith
Grace, Prayers, and Miracles
Jacob and Mackenzie Smith Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Smith William L. Smith Donald and Sharon Smith Jerry L. Sodders Mr. and Mrs. William R. Martin, Jr. George M. Spaulding Cookie, Earl, Trisha, Sterling, Kristin, Dikie, Samule, Esther, Audrey, William, Lucy Sterling, Bruce, Henry, Wilson, Maurene, Jeff, Jillian, Lucy and Waverly Doris Anne (Minix) and Kay Speierman Mr. and Mrs. Dave Russ Walter Stanley Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mew Mr. and Mrs. Herbert G. Stokes Mr. and Mrs. Cary B. Stokes Stephen Scott Stupsaky Cookie and Earl Currin Kyle R. Sumner Mrs. Betty H. Sumner
T Mr. and Mrs. Braxton H. Tabb, Jr. Mrs. Ellen L. Tabb
Mom came to Homes of Hope homeless, after having stayed in a makeshift shelter in the gymnasium of Grace Baptist Church in Madison Heights. She arrived with nothing but the clothes she was wearing and two grocery bags with a few more clothing items and some toiletries. She was eight months pregnant. On January 10th, she gave birth to a beautiful baby boy weighing seven pounds, two ounces. He was named Nolen Storm. While all seemed well at first, things changed rapidly. Baby Nolen’s breathing became labored, and he had to be moved to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The next day his oxygen dropped significantly, and he was transported to University of Virginia Medical Center (UVA), where he was diagnosed with Meconium Aspiration and placed on oxygen support.
Jones and Helen Tanner Anonymous Elizabeth Teague "Partner" and Elmo Torrence Thomas Neavil Teass Mrs. Judith C. Early Mrs. Marian S. Kessler Mr. and Mrs. Horace A. Teass Marie Tese Cookie, Earl, Lyle, Trisha, Sterling, Kristin, Dikie, Samuel, Esther, Audrey, William, Lucy Sterling, Bruce, Henry, Wilson, Maurene, Jeff, Jillian, Lucy and Waverly
Through God’s grace, a social worker at UVA was tremendously helpful in finding mom a place to stay in UVA’s Hospitality House until the Ronald McDonald House opened up. Five days after arriving in distress, Baby Nolen was taken off oxygen support and, for the second time since birth, held by his mother. On January 19, mom and Nolen were discharged into the care of Homes of Hope.
Janine Thompson Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wagstaff, Jr.
“This is truly a story of grace, miracles, and prayer,” said Debbie Musselman. “Not only did we give a homeless expectant mom a place to stay, we supported and encouraged her during this challenging time. It is wonderful when you know good has been done, and will continue to be done for a long time, for mom and Nolen.”
Skipper Trent Mrs. Patsy Trent
Scott Tinsley Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Tinsley Hunter and Edith Tolley Joyce Tolley and Mary Tolley
Kenneth C. Tuck Mrs. Fannie Mae Tuck Daniel Stephen Tucker Dana and Bill Mosebrook
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Carter Thomas White Cookie and Earl Currin Charles and Bertha Whitlow Mrs. Marie W. Turner Wayne M. Whitlow Mrs. Janet W. Clover Mr. Richard W. Whitlow Alvin Joyner Whitten Mrs. Glynn Whitten Virginia Wilkerson Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wagstaff, Jr. Lester Wilkinson Mr. and Mrs. Christopher N. Tanner Robert L. Williams Ms. Teresa V. Sowers W. Frank Williamson and Mae Buckner Williamson Mr. Glenn F. Williamson David Bernard Wilmoth Mrs. Elnora W. Duffey Annie "Polly" Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wagstaff, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Wilson Mrs. Fannie Mae Tuck Richard "Dickie" Turner Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wagstaff, Jr.
All Veterans of Unit 337 American Legion Unit 03/1975
Travis (Jack) Turner Mrs. Marie W. Turner
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U Frances B. Updike, Past VA State President ALA American Legion Auxiliary Unit 74 Juanita Urban, Past President of the Alice Kyle District 1990‑1992 Alice Kyle District‑VFWC
V Edwin H. and Susie B. Vassar Mr. and Mrs. Juhani Karhatsu George and Louise Vassar Mary and Newton Crump Lealon Morris Vassar Donna and Homer Smith Mary and Newton Crump Jean B. Vaughan Mr. Charlie W. Vaughan III Nathaniel "Nathan" Hunter Vaughan Cookie and Earl Currin
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James Wilson Mrs. Fannie Mae Tuck Robert Homer Wilson Ms. Etta P. Ashwell
John W. Wagstaff, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wagstaff, Jr.
Ms. Mary S. Ashby
Agnes H. Walker Kristi and Eddie Gregory
Judy and Nelson Hancock and Family
Eugene Wilson Walker Ms. Ann B. Hawks
Ms. Karen Loughney
Ms. Judith W. Creasy Cindy and Steve Jester Betty and Cliff Taylor
Mark and Agnes Walker Mrs. Weston Gupton
Roger Winn Mrs. Nancy W. Bennett
Jan Jennings Wampler Jean and Jack Jennings
Elizabeth McDearmon Witt Mr. Peter McDearmon Witt
Anthony "Tony" Waters Mr. and Mrs. Merle T. Adkins III
Mrs. Samuel B. Witt, Jr Mr. Richard T. Witt
Allen and Hallie Watson Mrs. Nancy W. Hunt
John J. Wright Mrs. Louise G. Wright
Jonathan Kent Watson Mr. and Mrs. William W. Watson
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John Wells Mr. and Mrs. Norman Wagstaff, Jr. Mary Richardson Wheeler Dr. Clara B. Wheeler
C.J. "Jack" Yates III Juanita, Jackson and Chip Yates Renee Younger Emily and Jack Powell
Christmas Blessings GIVEN AND RECEIVED
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t was in early December when one of the Institutional Advancement officers from Patrick Henry Family Services (PHFS) telephoned and asked if I could use my contacts in Appomattox to purchase 14 bicycles as Christmas gifts for the children at Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes,” said PHFS donor Judy Stephenson. “While I said sure, I wondered how I was going to make that happen. I prayed about it, then went to Liberty Baptist Church in Appomattox to see if they had a list of Appomattox County churches and addresses. I thought maybe I could get 14 churches to sponsor one bicycle each. "I learned that Liberty did not have such a list, but was told that one of their volunteers, Aileen Ferguson, was there that day and she might be able to help, as she was a member of Spout Spring Ruritan Club. As she was coming to meet me, she was praying that God would help her find a worthy project for the Ruritans. They had funds available and wanted to use the monies for children at Christmas. After sharing each other’s needs, we both knew our paths were meant to cross that day; definitely a God thing. Both our prayers had been answered. Praise God! There was a need, I had a plan, but He had a better plan.” Aileen Ferguson reached out to Spout Spring Ruritan Club President Bobbie Jean Mullins, who was delighted with the idea. On December 16, Bobbie Jean, her husband Raymond (who is also a member and serves as Zone Governor for the Appomattox District), and member Vicki Torrence delivered the 14 bikes to some very excited youth on the Brookneal campus. One youth commented, “I have never had my own bike, and I never dreamed of having a brand new one, especially a purple one. I love it, and I am thankful for MY bike!” “I cannot begin to tell you how much the Lord blessed us as we saw and felt true joy in the smiles of each child,” said Bobbie Jean Mullins. “The kids were so appreciative and their manners were amazing. We had the opportunity to join them in dinner following the bike event. It was a true Christmas Blessing!”
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