Myrtle Holland Has Eye Surgery

Ed's sister, Myrtle, who lives in Belvoir had eye surgery on one of her eyes today. We are glad to report that she is doing very well and has not had any pain. She goes back to the doctor in approximately a week and will schedule surgery on her other eye.

My Friend Brenda's Daughter & Grandchildren in Florida

Brenda's daughter April and her husband Joe sent pictures of Joseph's last day of school and also April's involvement in summer camp! Thanks for sharing!

New Family Addition

Wendy and Ed Jr ended the engagement party early Sunday morning with a surprise - - A new little boy.

Don't have the exact statistics, but he weighed in between 7 & 8 pounds and is named Edward Alton Whitehurst III.

Farrish & Kevin Enjoy Engagement Party

Engagement Party at Whitehurst Lake House

Kevin and Farrish would like to thank everyone for a wonderful party Saturday night.

UFO Siting at Whitehurst Lake

Sunday at Whitehurst Lake

Kristen's Boyfriend "snorkeling"
Janene learning to ride?
Janene's Friends

Robin and Mindy Just Returned from Ecuador and Peru

Marine Iguana
Sea Lions
Sea Lion
Albatross
Machu Picchu

Great pictures from Robin and Mindy on their trip to the Amazon and beyond!

Sunset at the Riverhouse in Aurora

Beth sent this picture of the sun setting in front of the house at the river. Beautiful picture!

Aurora is Rattlesnake Country!!!!

A rattlesnake was killed on the way to the river house at Aurora. As you can see in the picture, he was longer than McClain!

A Friend of Kevin's Passes Away

Hartsfield, Jeanne S.

Jeanne S. Hartsfield Ms. Jeanne S. Hartsfield, 53, died Sunday, June 15, 2008 at Pitt County Memorial Hospital in Greenville. The funeral service will be conducted Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the Wilkerson Funeral Chapel officiated by Dr. Albert Shuler. Private burial service will be held in Westview Cemetery in Kinston, officiated by Rev. James Gale. Ms. Hartsfield was born June 25, 1954 in Kinston and attended Lenoir County Schools. She was a graduate of East Carolina University where she received a Bachelors of Science in Nursing in 1976. She was employed as a psychiatric nurse with the Pitt County Mental Heath Center for 28 years. For the past two years she worked at Brody School of Medicine Psychiatric Clinic and was planning to retire July 1, 2008. Through all those years she was very dedicated to her patients and her patients returned her love to her. Ms. Hartsfield was preceded in death by her father, J. Carl Hartsfield Jr., in 2003. She is survived by her mother, Jewel H. Hartsfield, of Kinston; brother, Carl Hartsfield and wife, Peggy; sisters, Carla H. Edwards and husband Tommy, and Mary H. Gresham and husband, John, all of Greenville; niece, Hannah Varney and husband, Ira; nephews, Ryder Balcome, Lee Edwards, Stuart Edwards, Lucas Gresham, and Jacob Gresham; great-nephew, Nathan Varney. The family will receive friends at Wilkerson Funeral Home for one hour prior to the service.
Published in The Daily Reflector on 6/17/2008.

Ed's Granddaughter Working with United Way Event

"I have taken on head chairman for this great project for United Way to be held at the Washington Waterfront on Aug. 15-17. We are excited, as this event has grown so fast!

Each participate will receive a treasure map. That participate will have the option to travel in their car or boat to each X on the map. Each of those X's will have many vendors that will include food, refreshments and shopping. Once that participate completes their map, they must turn them on Sunday the 17th with the required stamps. That map will be eligible for many prizes and the cash Grand prize of $5,000!

Each map is only $20.00 and a family or group can share. The last day of the event (Sunday) will be full of fun and entertainment.So far we have planned: A Live Band, Boat Show, and a Pageant. Because this is very new we are still in the process of adding events.

All proceeds will go to United Way! Meaning it will go back into our community.This is great for boaters because each stop will be located on the water and easily accessible by vehicles as well. Jet ski clubs, and motorcycle clubs will be both be able to attain. I hope you can attend and invite your friends."

Thanks, Priscilla James

(click on the poster to enlarge)

Graduates

"Ireland and Alana are now preschool graduates after attending three years of preschool at St. James United Methodist Church. They are looking forward to going to "big school" at Washington Montessori in the fall!"

April Whitehurst Haltigan

(Judson's grandchildren, Ed Sr's great grandchildren)

Some Memorial Day Weekend Fun in Aurora, NC!

Kids belong to: Judson, Beth, Ed Jr, Wendy, April, Kevin. Hopefully, I didn't leave anybody out!

Susan's Puppy Visits Nursing Home

One of Susan's puppies was "loaned" to the local 4H Club to visit the nursing home. This is a picture of a resident enjoying the company of one of the puppies.

Some Critters at Susan's House

Pictures around Susan and Ronald's House in Bethel

A Friend, Deborah Meek's, Daughter Getting Married

I worked with Kellie's mom, Deborah Meeks, at Burroughs Welcome for 20 years. Deborah used to be our shopping guru and knew all the best places to shop. We went from Myrtle Beach, SC to Lancaster, PA looking for the best outlet stores! We wish Kelli best wishes in her upcoming wedding!

Michael & Mary Go Camping

Michael worked with me as an intern in the IT Department at DIMON. He is also my good friend, Brenda's son. Here are some pictures of a recent camping trip which he and Mary took.

Constance Wetherington's Blog ( A Friend of Mine)

http://www.wethernews.blogspot.com/

Here is a blog maintained by Constance, a friend of mine from DIMON days. Any of you who know Constance, will surely be interested in knowing what she's been up to lately. Her step-son is making headlines!

Pictures Shared of the Hyde County Fires in NC

Our area of the state has been affected by the smoke from these fires, based on the direction of the wind.

You're Invited to Engagement Party/Shower for Kevin & Farrish

Ed's Niece, Henri & Husband Josh, on Alaska Vacation

I thought that I would share some pictures from our recent Alaskan vacation. On the seven day trip Josh and I were able to visit Juneau, Sitka, Ketchikan, Victoria (BC), and Glacier Bay.

Henri Reid (Alma’s daughter)