Jack & Jill of America, Inc. Dallas Chapter 44th Annual Beautillion

The Da lla s C h a p te r o f Jack an d J i l l o f A m e r i ca , Inc.

44th Annual

DALLAS CHAPTER Sunday. May 2 . 2021
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Souvenir Journal

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In 1968, Jack and Jill sought to further emphasize its commitment to community and created a 501c3
entity chartered in the state of Illinois, the purpose being to support programs that not only create
opportunities for youth to learn and practice leadership skills, but also build character. Each year the
Jack and Jill of America Foundation financially supports efforts such as Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boys
and Girls Clubs of America and programs for at-risk youths in addition to a National College Scholarship
Award administered by the United Negro College Fund.

At the local level, the Jack and Jill Foundation - Dallas, supports community efforts via funds raised and
donated through our Annual Beautillion. Over the years the chapter has made contributions to the
following:

Nexus Recovery Women Called Moses At Last

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2020-2021 Chapter Members

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On behalf of the Dallas Chapter of Jack and Jill of
America, Inc., I welcome you to our 44th Annual
Beautillion themed: Continuing a Dream, Creating a
Legacy. Under the dynamic leadership of Chairs
Deseri Kelley and Marsha Price, these magnificent
college bound young men will have completed their
Beautillion Journey culminating with this afternoon’s
festivities.

The Jack and Jill Scholarship Beautillion and
Community Benefit was formed in 1977 with the
purpose of promoting high self-esteem and
standards, strong morals and values, continuous
education, refined social skills, respect, service and
friendship among young men in their senior year of high school. Through this
experience, our goal is for each participant to improve leadership skills such as
problem-solving and critical thinking, meet community and business leaders and
understand their success strategies, learn financial management, gain
understanding of current social issues that can impact their future and build life-
long friendships with other outstanding young men.

To the Beautillion Committee, your commitment and unwavering determination to
ensure the success of this endeavor was without reproach. Dallas Chapter members
and community supporters, your dedication to this work has been stupendous. To
the Beaux and Belles as well as their parents, we thank you for your dedication and
commitment to excellence. It is our sincere desire that we have touched their lives

as they have touched ours. Wishing you all continued success in your future
endeavors.

Warmest Regards,

Tammi Abney, President
Jack & Jill of America, Inc.
Dallas Chapter

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Dallas Chapter

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Greetings!

Dear President Abney:

It is with great pleasure that I congratulate you and the Dallas Chapter of Jack and Jill of

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Jack and Jill is actively making our community stronger as a whole. I commend your
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I look forward to hearing about all the wonderful things they will accomplish in the future.

Sincerely,

Eric Johnson
Mayor

Eric Johnson
Mayor

OFFICE OF THE MAYOR CITY HALL 1500 MARILLA ST., 5EN DALLAS, TEXAS 75201 TELEPHONE 214.670.3301

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JUDGE KIM COOKS

255TH DISTRICT COURT
DALLAS COUNTY, TEXAS

April 4, 2021
Greetings 2021 Beautillion Attendees:
It is with great pleasure that I personally extend my Congratulations to the Dallas Chapter of
Jack and Jill of America, Inc. on their 44th Annual Scholarship Beautillion.
This year’s Beautillion theme “Continuing a Dream, Creating a Legacy”, encourages all of the
African- American young men to be proud of who they are and to have integrity as they carry
out their dreams through life with dignified grace, knowing that they are creating a Legacy. In
life sometimes people find themselves conforming to what society thinks that they should be or
how they should act. When you know who you are, you can remain “Unbought and Unbossed”
in creating your legacy. Always put God first and allow him to order your steps towards your
dreams.
Jack and Jill has long been a Mother’s Organization that has helped shape and mold young
people by exposing them to cultural, social, civic, political, and community service activities that
prepare them to be a well rounded, successful leader in life. These young people are taught to
exercise their right to vote. Their vote is their voice. If they want to see change, they need to be
the change that they want to see.
I am proud to say that I am a member of the Dallas Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. I
acknowledge the journeys all of the young men have taken to get to their level of achievement. I
believe in this organization because I too have a passion for uplifting the lives of young people.
Thus, I salute each and every one of the Beaus and look forward to seeing the future leaders that
they will become. Be blessed in pursuing your dreams!
Sincerely,

Kim Cooks
Presiding Judge of the 255th District Court

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HONORABLE MONICA McCOY PURDY

PRESIDING JUDGE
95TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT

May 2, 2021

To Participants and Friends of the Jack and Jill Beautillion:

On behalf of my colleagues in the State of Texas Judiciary and all of the wonderful people
employed by Dallas County, I would like to extend a special welcome to family and friends for
this year’s 44th Annual Scholarship Beautillion. The Dallas Chapter of Jack and Jill of America,
Inc., to which I am a proud member, should be applauded for their continued efforts in the most
challenging of times, to acknowledge the meaningful and positive contributions of our African
American young men despite the dire statistics they face and those depicted in the media.

This year’s theme, “Continuing a Dream. Creating a Legacy” is only fitting for this group of
young men, presented with unprecedented challenges, pivoting to virtual school platforms for
most of their senior year, modified sports schedules, navigating college admissions and decisions
all while in the midst of a worldwide pandemic. Their resilience and determination to raise the
bar and lead by example is to be applauded. Congratulations to the members of the Dallas
Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. for honoring the commitments of these dynamic young
men and for their hard work and efforts in putting together a fabulous socially responsible event.
I look forward to seeing the fruits of their labor for years to come. Members of this year’s
beautillion core, I am certain are destined to become future leaders not only here in Dallas-Ft.
Worth but far beyond.

Best wishes again for a successful event.

Sincerely,

Monica McCoy Purdy 11
Presiding Judge
95th Judicial District Court

600 COMMERCE STREET | DALLAS, TEXAS 75202-4606
www.dallascounty.org

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Beautillion Overview

We greatly appreciate the support of the Dallas community as we honor the
accomplishments and embrace the future success of the best and brightest
young men in our community as they complete their senior year of high school.
Jack and Jill of America, Inc. is a national not-for-profit membership organization
of mothers dedicated to nurturing future leaders by supporting children through
leadership development, volunteer service, philanthropic giving and civic duty.
The Dallas Chapter of this national organization carries this mission forward to
make a difference in the lives of Dallas children. We are inspired and guided by
our national theme “The Power To Make A Difference For All Children On Mission
On Purpose”.
The Jack and Jill Beautillion and Community Benefit was formed in 1977 with the
purpose of promoting high self-esteem and standards, strong morals and values,
continuous education, refined social skills, respect, service and friendship among
young men in their senior year of high school. Through this experience, our goal
is for each participant to improve leadership skills in the areas of problem-solving
and critical thinking, meet community and business leaders and understand their
success strategies, learn financial management, and gain an understanding of
social issues that impact their future and build life-long friendships with other
outstanding young men.
During the process, the young men and women participate in a Leadership
Development Conference. The series of workshops and activities expose the
participants to top leaders in their field in the city of Dallas.
The Beautillion also supports participants by providing an opportunity to receive
awards for college expenses. Additionally, proceeds benefit deserving Dallas non-
profit organizations and the Jack and Jill of America Foundation.
We are honored to have celebrated the Beautillion in the Dallas community for
44 years and look forward to more years of celebration.

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Tammi Abney 2021 CHAPTER OFFICERS
Audra Chavis
Kayla Odom President
Odett Goer Vice President
Eboni Kelly Williams Program Director
Timika Wilson Recording Secretary
Joelle Hinds Corresponding Secretary
Allena Anderson Treasurer
Kimberly Brown Financial Secretary
Judy London Young Editor
Frances Cudjoe Waters Parliamentarian
Stephanie Warren Foundation Chair
Chaplain
Historian

CHAPTER 13

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Chapter History

the beginning

The history of the Dallas Chapter of Jack and Jill is special and unique in that the charter
members of the Chapter joined forces ten years earlier to form The Child Study Club
before it became an affiliate of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., in 1953. Mrs. Blanche Davis
conceived and initiated the idea of The Child Study Club with twelve members and with
Mrs. Davis serving as the charter president. Originally the club consisted of mothers of
pre-school children who aimed through study to learn more about their children and
the role parents play in the development of the whole child. Often fathers and mothers
attended meetings together to hear expert consultants when the discussion was vital to
both of them. Fathers, mothers, and children joined for Family Christmas parties, Family
Easter Egg rolls and picnics.

Charter Members

Helen Beckett, Wynona Combs, Blanche Davis, Ella Lois Hudson, Ollie Lee Mason, Hazel
Partee, Winifred Rhodes, Anita Smith, Mildred Thomas, Mary Sue Bush, Wilene Dade,
Sandye Gee, Nadine Long, Gussie Montgomery, D’artis Purity, Dorothy Rhone, Nadine
Stanfield, Willie Faye Wilson

GROWTH

Various age groups began to have diverse interests, the children were grouped by ages.
The club’s membership grew, and the name changed to The Crib to College Club. In 1952,
one of the members, Mrs. Nadine
Stanfield, informed the members of
similarity of aims, ideals and activities
of the club with those of Jack and Jill
of America, Inc. The Crib to College
Club applied for membership and
received its’ charter October 1953. Dr.
Albert B. Turner, National President
installed eighteen charter members
into the Dallas Chapter of Jack and
Jill of America, Inc. with Mrs. Winfred
Rhodes as charter president. The
horizon of the former Crib to College
Club widened and the Dallas Chapter
of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. stepped into that widened horizon to join hands with
mothers throughout the United States in supporting the aims and objectives of Jack and
Jill of America, Inc. In January 1980, the Chapter organized an Associates section with Mrs.
Barbara James serving as chairperson with a roster of ten. The Dallas Associates presently
have a membership of more than 88 ladies and Ms. Oscar Faye Williams serves as chair.

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Past Beautillion Chairs

1978 1991 2002 2013
Jessie Page Daisy Davis Cynthia Arterbery Jacqueline Andrews
Sarah Dorsey Verna Mitchell
Cynthia Colter Maviea Easter
1979 1992 Connie Hunter-Wilson
Marguerite Williams Verna Mitchell 2003
Oscar Faye Williams Glenda Delgado 2014
1980 Jill Louis Bowman
Mary Daniels 1993 2004
Oscar Faye Williams Sonya Andrews Maviea Easter
1981
Ann Williams Bettye Berry 2005 2015
Sonya Andrews Jill Louis Bowman
1982 1994 Brenda Dawkins
Ann Williams Oscar Faye Williams 2006
Barbara Steele 2016
1983 Bettye Berry Sonya Andrews Thomica Evans
Gloria King Brenda Dawkins
1995 2007
1984 Bettye Berry Michele Saunders 2017
Ruth Robinson Nancy Rahim Glenda Delgado Thomica Evans
Brenda Dawkins
1985 1996 2008
Gloria King Bettye Berry Michele Saunders 2018
Armella McAllister Phyllis Lister Brown Timika Wilson
1986 Tiffany Knight
Altamease Hayes 1997 2009
Verna Mitchell Michele Saunders 2019
1987 Phyllis Lister Brown Timika Wilson
Gloria Lockett 1998 Tiffany Knight
Linda Todd 2010
1988 Phyllis Lister Brown 2020
Verna Mitchell 1999 Michele Saunders Andrea Butler
O’Shelia Brown Lynda Longstreet-Hall
Connie Wallace
1989 Sandra Rutherford
Verna Mitchell 2011
O’Shelia Brown 2000 Connie Wallace
Lynda Longstreet-Hall
1990 2012
Daisy Davis Sandra Rutherford Cheryl Benson
Paula Wiley Johnnie Brashear Jacquie Andrews
2001
Sandra Rutherford
Lynda Longstreet-Hall

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Beautillion Committee Chairs

Deseri Kelley Marsha Price Alexis Greer Elan Moore-Jones
BEAUTILLION CHAIR BEAUTILLION CHAIR BEAU LIAISON BELLE LIAISON

Latisha Leverette Odett Goer Annika Cail Kimberly Allen
DECORATIONS FINANCE FUNDRAISING HOSPITALITY

Carolyn Riley Judy London-Young Frances Cudjoe-Waters Thomica James- Evans
HOSPITALITY INVITATIONS LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
MODULES

Shaunterra Kirkwood Allena Anderson Katrina Keyes
SOUVENIR JOURNAL SCHOLARSHIP PUBLICITY

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Beautillion Corps 17

Everett Pearson Brooks
Evan Clarence Brown

Joseph Paul Cosby
Trevor C. Gicheru

Marlon Alanzo Henderson Jr.
Jaythan Anthony Jackson
Mitchell Eric Martin

Jared Thaddeaus Bernard Shaw
Raam Carr Stevenson Jr.
Mitchell O’Neal Ward Jr.

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A na%ve of Sea+le Washington, Isaiah Stanback who is a frequent public speaker,
most recently oversaught Community Engagement for the XFL Dallas Renegades.
Addi%onally he is a wellness expert and the CEO/Founder of Steadfast Fitness and
Performance – a personal training and performance facility in Lewisville, Tx.
Currently Isaiah serves on the board for the Union Gospel Mission of Dallas. During
his athle%c career he played professionally with several mteamas inscludtinge ther Dallaos f c e r e m o n y
Cowboys, New England Patriots and earned a Super Bowl championship ring with
the New York Giants in 2012.
A six-year veteran of the Na%onal Football League, he earned his undergraduate

Isaiah S tanbackdegree from the University of Washington and then a graduate EMBA from George

Washington University. Isaiah currently resides in North Dallas with his wife,
Natalie, and three children.

A native of Seattle Washington, Isaiah
Stanback who is a frequent public speaker,
most recently oversaught Community
Engagement for the XFL Dallas Renegades.
Additionally, he is a wellness expert and
the CEO/Founder of Steadfast Fitness
and Performance – a personal training and
performance facility in Lewisville, Texas.
Currently Isaiah serves on the board for
the Union Gospel Mission of Dallas. During
his athletic career he played professionally
with several teams including the Dallas Cowboys, New England Patriots
and earned a Super Bowl championship ring with the New York Giants
in 2012.
A six-year veteran of the National Football League, he earned his
undergraduate degree from the University of Washington and then a
graduate EMBA from George Washington University. Isaiah currently
resides in North Dallas with his wife, Natalie, and three children.

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2021 Beautillion Program

—Cocktail Reception—

Welcome .......................................................................................Mrs. Tammi Abney

President of JJOA Dallas Chapter

Invocation .........................................................................Mrs. Frances Cudjoe-Waters

Chaplain of JJOA Dallas Chapter

Introductions ...................................................Mrs. Deseri Kelley & Ms. Marsha Price

Chairs of JJOA Dallas Chapter Beautillion 2021

PRESENTATION OF THE 44TH ANNUAL BEAUTILLION CORPS

Master of Ceremony .......................................................................Mr. Isaiah Stanback
Junior Beau.....................................................................................................Zane Purdy
Choreographers ..............Mrs. Tiffani Furlough Rogers & Ms. Avery-Jai Andrews
Rites of Passage Ceremony .............................Mr. Toby Purdy & Mr. Brendon Riley

AWARDS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

Star Competitive Award Presentation ...................................Mrs. Allena Anderson
Leadership Legacy Merit Award Presentation ....................Mrs. Allena Anderson
Acknowledgements .......................................Mrs. Deseri Kelley & Ms. Marsha Price
Closing Remarks ...............................................................................Mrs. Tammi Abney

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organizations in the DFW area for over 25 years. The Alpha Sigma Lambda chapter
of Alpha Phi Alpha recognized her with their Humanitarian Award for community
leadership and support. For several years she has also served as an assistant
choreographer for Dallas Bar Association’s Bar None annual Sarah T. Hughes
scholarship fundraiser variety show.

As co-owner of Mary Lois School of Dance in DeSoto, TX, Tiffani enjoys teaching
ballet, tap and jazz at her studio. She is a member of the Ella Lois Hudson Dance
Ensemble and serves on the board of trustees
of Beckles Dancing Company, of which she was
a dancer. At Texas A&M, she was a founding
member of Fade to Black Dance Ensemble.
Tiffani has also enjoyed performing in musical
theater with Kaufman County Civic Theater and
Garland Summer Musicals.

Tiffani holds a BS in Biochemistry. She has
worked as a scientist in water treatment for
the cities of Terrell and Dallas and holds a
U.S. Patent in water processing. In addition
to aquaculture, she has worked in the oil and
gas industry as well as oncology research at
UT Southwestern, Dallas and the University of
Cologne, Germany.

Tiffani loves spending time with her husband, Leon, and their 9-year-old, Lauren.
When time permits, they enjoy traveling, visiting museums, going to the park and
watching movies.

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HSPVA) and earned her BFA in dance at NYU Tisch

utive Director of Agora Artists, a 501(c)(3) non-profit
mission to develop and support the local dancceh o r e o g r a p h e r

about developing arts communities and curating
endent artists can grow and connect in their local
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ablish and cultivate the Booker T. alumni as well as
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the Performing and Visual Arts (BTWHSPVA) and earned her BFA in dance at NYU

Tisch School of the Arts.

Avery-Jai is the Founder and Executive Director
of Agora Artists, a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts
service organization with the mission to develop
and support the local dance community. She is
passionate about developing arts communities and
curating professional spaces where independent
artists can grow and connect in their local
community. Her commitment to the local arts
community is also evident in her board service for
local non-profit organizations Arts Mission Oak
Cliff and Over the Bridge Arts. Additionally, Avery-
Jai is working with the BTWHSPVA Advisory
Board as the Alumni Relations Director to re-
establish and cultivate the Booker T. alumni as well
as developing an organizational structure to support sustainable growth. She also
performs throughout the year with New York based dance and theater company
cullen+them. Avery-Jai Andrews is a graduate of the Dallas Chapter of Jack and Jill
Inc.

Keep up with Avery-Jai on Instagram! 21
@aveand
@agoraartistsdtx

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Jack and Jill of America, Inc. — Dallas Chapter

44th Annual Beautillion

Beaux

Everett Pearson Brooks Evan Clarence Brown Joseph Paul Cosby

Trevor C. Gicheru Marlon Alanzo Henderson, Jr.

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Jack and Jill of America, Inc. — Dallas Chapter

44th Annual Beautillion

Beaux

Jaythan Anthony Jackson Mitchell Eric Martin Jared Thaddeaus
Bernard Shaw

Raam Carr Stevenson, Jr. Mitchell O’Neal Ward, Jr.

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Jack and Jill of America, Inc. — Dallas Chapter

44th Annual Beautillion

Belles

Gabrielle Leilani Grinnell Lindsey Katiana Jefferson Jillian Ava Martin

Zaria Elizabeth Osimetha Frankie Elise Price

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Jack and Jill of America, Inc. — Dallas Chapter

44th Annual Beautillion

Belles

Zoë Elon Purdy Leah Elenora Roane Kennedy Zade Russell

Johrdyn Cierrah Ashaki Tarpeh Brooklyn Denise Wallace

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Beau Everett Pearson Brooks

Beau Everett Pearson Brooks, affectionately known as Pearson, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Everett
Brooks. He is the grandson of the late Mr. Charles Brooks and the late Ms. Ann Brooks of
Pensacola, Florida. Pearson is the maternal grandson of Ms. Peggy Tolbert and Mr. and Mrs. Robert
Staten. His sister, Morgan, is a tenth grader and member of the Dallas Chapter of Jack and Jill of
America, Inc.

Pearson is a senior at Greenhill School, where he currently serves as Senior Class President, Co-
Founder and Co-President of the Christian Student Coalition, Executive Board Member of the

Black Student Union, and Captain of the Varsity Volleyball
and Track and Field teams. Pearson has previously served
as Junior Class Vice President and Upper School Honor
Council Representative. He loves music and has been a
member of the Greenhill Upper School Jazz Band Combo
where he enjoyed playing the tenor saxophone.

Pearson is considered by his family and teachers as a
studious, engaged, quiet, effective leader. He has garnered
awards for his academic and athletic achievements, including
High Honor Roll, the Greenhill School Hornet Award for
leadership, performance, and team spirit, and the 2020-2021
College Board African American Scholar award. Pearson is a
member of Concord Church in Dallas, Texas.

In his spare time, Pearson likes reading and watching Marvel
movies.

Pearson has been a member of the Dallas Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. for one year and
has enjoyed the comradery built with fellow senior teens.

In college, he will double major in Mandarin Chinese and International Business.

Pearson is escorted by Belle Johrdyn Tarpeh, daughter of Mrs. Tonya Tarpeh. Johrdyn is a member
of the Southwest Suburban Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. and a junior at Greenhill
School.

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Beau Evan Clarence Brown

Beau Evan Clarence Brown is the son of Mr. Clarence B. Brown III, Esq. and Mrs. Andrea MeShonn Evans
Brown, Esq. He is the maternal grandson of Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Wayne & Wanda Marie Evans and the late
Dennye Elise Mills. He is the paternal grandson of Mr. & Mrs. Clarence B. and Kay Elizabeth Brown. Evan
has two sisters, Ryan Ella Marie and Lily Elizabeth.

Evan is a senior at Parish Episcopal School in Dallas, where he is a leader in the Student Diversity Leadership
Council and serves as Chair of the African-American Affinity Group. He earned varsity letters each of his four
years in high school in both Cross Country and Track as a 400-meter and 4 X 400-meter relay runner. An avid
lover of film and theater, Evan was inducted into the Thespian Honor Society and has participated in a number
of live productions at Parish Episcopal School as well as produced and directed films.

Quite the movie buff, Evan loves and can likely quote any line from
the entire series of Star Wars and will engage immediately in a debate
about which is better, Marvel vs. DC. In fact, one of his childhood
dreams came true in seeing The Black Panther brought to life on
screen.

Family and friends are of extreme value to Evan and he cherishes the
time and memories spent laughing and traveling with friends and
family. Evan finds it more appropriate to describe many of his lifelong
friends as family. He will miss them immensely as they spread across
the country and enter into this next chapter of their lives.

A sixteen-year member of the Dallas Chapter of Jack and Jill of
America, Inc., Evan has served as Junior Teen President, Senior Teen
Foundation Chair and Senior Teen Chaplain. In addition to those
formal leadership roles, Evan
prides himself on his steadfast commitment and deep loyalty to Jack
and Jill and holds dear the bonds that he has made.

Evan will attend High Point University in High Point, North
Carolina, in the Fall where he was selected to an elite group of 60 students as a Communications Fellow. He
joins the Class of 2025 focusing on either Media Production and Entrepreneurship or Pop Culture and Media.
The deep interest that Evan showed as a young boy for media and film will continue to direct his path.

A lifelong member of St. Luke “Community” United Methodist Church, Evan will lean on his faith for
strength and leverage his runner’s endurance as he embarks on the next leg of his journey. Evan will be
guided by one of his favorite quotes along the way “God gives His hardest battles to His toughest
soldiers.”

Evan is escorted by Belle Gabrielle Leilani Grinnell, daughter of Mr. Nevin Erich Grinnell and Ms. Tasha
Leilani Stringer Grinnell, Esq. Elle is a sixteen-year member of the Dallas Chapter of Jack and Jill of
America, Inc., and has one sister Chloe Madison Grinnell. Elle is a senior in the dance consortium at the
Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts. Elle is choosing between two
distinguished women’s colleges - Smith College and Spelman College. She plans to focus on gender and
women’s studies and broadcast journalism.

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Beau Joseph Paul Cosby

Beau Joseph Paul Cosby is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Russell David Cosby. He is the grandson of
the late Mr. Russell Christopher Cosby and the late Mrs. Shirley Cosby. Joseph is the maternal
grandson of Mr. Gerald Briscoe and the late Mrs. Janet Briscoe. He has one brother, Joshua Cosby.

Joseph is a senior at Dallas Academy where he is a letterman in football, basketball, and golf. He
also leads the tech crew for performing arts events and has served as a Student Ambassador. Joseph

was the 2020 winner of the school’s annual Gettysburg
Address speaking competition. He was also honored with
the prestigious Saboohi Khan Award and Scholarship for
academics and citizenship.

Joseph is described by family and friends as a kind,
considerate and supportive gentleman who will gladly pitch
in wherever help is needed without hesitation. He is also
known by those close to him as “the historian”. Leaning on
his long memory, whenever anyone wants to know specific
details of what happened in the past, everyone knows to just
ask Joseph.

In his spare time, Joseph enjoys working out at the gym
and traveling with his family both domestically and
internationally. He has been a dedicated member of Concord
Church since birth, where he participates weekly in the
youth ministry. Joseph also operates an online business, JocoThreads.com, a company that he
created out of a love for sports-themed t-shirts.

Joseph is a thirteen-year member of the Southwest Suburban Dallas Chapter of Jack and Jill of
America, Incorporated where actively participates in community service, as well as civic, cultural,
educational, health, and social activities. He has also served in several leadership positions
including Teen Chapter President from 2019-2020.

In the fall, Joseph will attend Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. He plans to pursue a
Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Business Administration, and a minor in Political
Science.

Joseph is escorted by Belle Brooklyn Wallace, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Brandon Wallace Sr. She
is a fifteen-year member of the Dallas Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated. Brooklyn
plans to attend Spelman College in Atlanta. She will study Biology in preparation for her future in
medical school.

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Beau Trevor C. Gicheru

Trevor Gicheru is the son of Dr. Sidney Gicheru and Mrs. Irene Mugambi-Gicheru. Trevor is a
Senior at St. Mark’s School of Texas and plans to major in Engineering/Pre-Med. Trevor has
been a student there since 1st grade. He has been an honor student at St. Mark’s and has plays
football on the varsity team (letters). He was also served as Senior Patrol Leader, Boys Scouts,
Dallas Troop 68, Selected for Student Diversity Leadership Council Visiting Scholar Student
Advisory Board. He is a member of HPUMC and visitor at St. Luke Community UMC.

He has also earned the rank of Eagle Scout. Trevor is
co-president of St. Mark’s Dallas Area Diversity Youth
Organization. He volunteers for a variety of nonprofits.
Trevor is a member of the Robotics club, The Remarker
Newspaper at St. Mark’s School of Texas, Marketing
Club and held a leadership position with the sponsorship
committee at his school. Trevor has served as a St. Mark’s
representative in various capacities.

Trevor has given back to his community through a number
of service projects including hosting several service projects
for non-profits, including families at risk, and his church.
During his free time, he loves hanging out with his friends
and family. Trevor enjoys traveling with his family and has
done a lot of learning “outside the classroom.”

Trevor will play football in college and currently has several options on where he will pursue his
college education. He plans to attend college in the New England area or in the Midwest. He is
very excited to start the next phase of his life.

Trevor is escorted by Frankie Price, daughter of Ms. Marsha Price. She is a member of the Dallas
Chapter of Jack and Jill Inc. and is a senior at Coppell High School. Frankie will be attending the
University of Arkansas where she will continue with her exceptional gymnastic skills.

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Beau Marlon Alanzo Henderson Jr.

Marlon Alanzo Henderson, Jr. is the son of Dr. Marlon Henderson, Sr. and Dr. Kesha Harris-
Henderson. He is the paternal grandson of Eddie and Sandra Henderson and the maternal
grandson of Alfred and Bettye Harris. Marlon’s sibling is his sister, Kaylin Henderson.

Marlon is a fourteen-year member of the Dallas Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated.
He attends St. Mark’s School of Texas where he will graduate with honors. Marlon excelled
academically in STEM courses which included: Computer Science, Physics, Biology, Statistics

and Mathematics. Marlon demonstrated an exemplary
performance on AP and standardized exams.

Marlon has served as a St. Mark’s School ambassador
and prospective new student guide. He has been active in
athletics which includes being a member of the Freshman
and Junior Varsity Basketball teams. He has been a member
of the Freshman baseball team and a three-year member of
the Varsity baseball team. Marlon has played summer elite
baseball with the Dallas Mustangs and Dallas Warsticks
recently. He plays outfield positions- primarily Center Field.
During the summer, Marlon has also participated in the
Duke TIP summer program from 2017-2019 studying:
Neuropsychology, Engineering and Law.

Marlon enjoys computer programming /coding and has
investment interests. This year he began to
manage his own personal investment fund which performed
well. Marlon has volunteered for numerous service organizations. He is a four-year member of the
Parking Ministry at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship. He has volunteered with St. Vincent de Paul and
the North Texas food banks. Marlon has served as a school volunteer for Jimmie Tyler Brashear
from 2017-2020.

Marlon is undecided on his college choice. He currently has acceptances /scholarships to
Santa Clara University, Grinnell College, Emory University, Tufts University and Wake Forest
University. He plans to pursue studies in Computer Science and Finance/ Business. Marlon’s
favorite bible verse is Romans 8:28 “And we know that in all things God works for the good of
those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

Leah Elenora Roane is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Mer Roane. She is a Junior at Heritage
High School in Frisco, TX where she is a member of the Track and Field team. Leah is a 15-year
member of the North Suburban Dallas chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. Leah finds joy in
being active in outdoor activities and hanging out with friends. Her laugh is infectious and her
smile genuine.

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Beau Jaythan Anthony Jackson

Beau Jaythan Anthony Jackson is the son of Mr. & Mrs. DeWayne Jackson. He is the grandson of the late Mr. &
Mrs. Richard Hernandez and the late Mr. & Mrs. John Eason Sr all originally hailing from the great state of Florida.
Jaythan has an older brother, Julian Jackson, who lives in Kansas with Jaythan’s sister in law, niece and nephew and also
has a brother, Jevin Jackson who was presented in the 2018 Dallas Chapter Beautillion.

Jaythan is a senior at Rock Hill High School within the Prosper Independent School District where he has been a
4-year basketball player, the last 3 of which have been on Varsity. Jaythan currently serves as team Captain and was
awarded All District Honors in addition to the All District Academic Team this past season. With a passion for

basketball, Jaythan has also played on the AAU circuit since he was 5
years old winning multiple tournament titles. With academics also being
important to Jaythan, he is a member of the National Honor Society and
is currently taking Dual Enrollment courses with Collin College. He
is a highly active participant in the school’s Hope Squad which focuses
on the suicide prevention in Teens. He is a member of the Rock Hill
Black Student Union where he supported the execution of Black History
Month activities this past February. Jaythan is also a Senior Class
Representative for Student Government.

Jaythan is active with his church family at One Community Church
in Prosper, TX where he serves as a Teen Ministry leader. He has also
participated in leadership development programs including Leaders
of Tomorrow sponsored by the National Black MBA Association and
both ASCEND and CAP programs sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha
Sorority, Inc. Developing strong relationships with trusted advisors
and good friends is how Jaythan lives his life. He is a very spirited and
energetic young man who easily spreads love to all around him.

In his spare time, Jaythan loves to hang out with his friends and can
very easily be found hosting a pop up get together at his home. Pick-
up basketball games, sleepovers and video game tournaments with his
friends are a regular for Jaythan, with a definite once a week friend outing at the local Whataburger!

Jaythan has been a member of Jack & Jill of America, Inc. since he was 6 years old and has benefited greatly from
all the experiences that he has been fortunate enough to have. He originally was a member of the chartering of the
Greater North Atlanta Chapter located in Alpharetta, GA and is currently a member of the Greater Frisco chapter.
His most favored aspect of his experience has been attending Teen Conferences where he has served as a Page and a
member of the Bylaws Committee. In addition, his Greater Frisco team won the Positive Rap competition, two years
in a row and he also participated on what else but the Greater Frisco Basketball Team who was also very competitive.
Jaythan actively serves his community through support of “Get Out The Vote” drives and the acquisition and bundling
of food to serve Minnie’s Food Pantry. Currently Jaythan serves as the Teen Parliamentarian for the Greater Frisco
chapter. Jaythan’s pursuits moving forward definitely include attending an HBCU with a current focus on Clark
Atlanta University, Florida A&M University, Morehouse College and North Carolina A&T. He wishes to
pursue a degree in business and one day esteems to become a Real Estate tycoon.

Jaythan is being escorted by Belle Lindsey Jefferson, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Eric Jefferson. Jaythan and Lindsay have
been dear trusted friends since middle school and she is currently a senior at Prosper High School. She is a member of
the Greater Frisco Chapter of Jack & Jill of America, Inc. where she serves as Teen Vice President. Lindsey’s plan after
high school is to pursue a degree in Interior Design at Texas State or the University of California.

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Beau Mitchell Eric Martin

Beau Mitchell Eric Martin is the son of Drs. Marcus and Eddilisa Martin. He is the grandson of the Ms.
Donna Martin and the late Mr. Percy Mitchell and the late Mr. and Mrs. Eddie and Ruby Barnes. He has
two older siblings, Brandon and Hope. Hope was presented in the 2019 Arlington, TX, Chapter AKA
Debutante Ball.

Mitchell is a senior at Mansfield Lake Ridge High School, where he excels on the varsity tennis team and
is ranked #2 on the team at his school. He routinely places 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in the district’s tournaments, as

well as local and regional tournaments outside of school. Mitchell
embraces commitment and hard work and trains multiple hours
a week outside of school pursuing his passion of tennis. From
middle school through his junior year of high school, Mitchell
also excelled musically and in high school was a member of the
Lake Ridge High School marching band and jazz band as a
tenor sax player, and in Lake Ridge’s top band, Wind Ensemble,
as a bassoonist. In regional contests Mitchell always achieved
the highest score of 1, and one of his greatest achievements was
scoring 1+ in an inter-school quartet comprised of mostly African
American males.

Academically Mitchell maintains a 3.6 GPA while maintaining a
rigorous course load. Mitchell is a lifelong member of Community
of Hope United Methodist Church.

In his spare time, Mitchell loves playing video games, creating and
critiquing music, playing tennis, and hanging out with his friends.

Mitchell is an eleven-year member of the Arlington Chapter
of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. In Jack and Jill Mitchell has served as junior teen vice-president, various
committee chairs, and has participated in many community service efforts through Jack and Jill as well as
his high school including participating in food drives, homeless ministry activities, and volunteering as
a junior tennis coach. One of his fondest memories of Jack and Jill is winning the debate competition at
Children’s Cluster in 2012!

Mitchell’s role model is his father from whom he models his commitment and work ethic. And from his
mother he will always remember to “Keep the main thing the main thing.”

Mitchell will be taking a gap year to focus on full time tennis training, then plans to play college tennis
while pursuing a degree in Business and Economics and will ultimately get his MBA to make an impact in
the business world of tennis.

Mitchell is escorted by Belle Zaria Osimetha, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clement Osimetha, and an
honor student at the Episcopal School of Dallas. Zaria is a 13-year member of the North Suburban Dallas
Jack and Jill Chapter and currently serves as Regional Teen Vice President. Zaria plans to attend college
and study college biology in preparation for becoming a physician.

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Beau Jared Thaddeaus Bernard Shaw

Beau Jared Thaddeaus Bernard Shaw is the son of Mr. Bernard Shaw and Ms. Julia Simon. He is
the paternal grandson of Ms. Doris J. McNeil. He is the maternal grandson of Mrs. Marie Simon
and the late Mr. George Thaddeaus Simon, Sr. Jared “adores” his older sister Alexandria Shaw.

He attends Shelton School in Dallas. Jared played basketball all 4 years of high school and ran
track for 3 years. He played high school football for the first time his senior year on both offense

and defense and was recognized for his outstanding play
on special teams. Jared runs the 100, 200, 4X1 and 4X4 in
track, and he hopes to continue running track in college. In
addition to his recognition as an athlete, Jared received the
Shelton Pride Award with recognition for his demonstration
of respectful leadership and he serves on the school’s
inaugural Shelton Student Diversity Committee.

Jared has volunteered for many years at Austin Street
Shelter. He is well known for his quiet confidence and
demonstration of respect toward others. He has always
had an interest in helping others and knows his career will
include this as a key component.

One of Jared’s favorite quotes comes from former NFL
Head Coach Tony Dungy: “You can’t always control
circumstances. However, you can always control your
attitude, approach and response.”

Jared is a proud member of the Dallas Chapter of Jack & Jill of America.

Jared is considering offers to attend The University of Arizona and Bradley University where he
has received academic scholarships. He plans to major in psychology.

Jared is escorted by Belle Jillian Martin, the daughter of Dr. Richard and Mrs. Candace Martin.
Jillian is a senior at The Hockaday School and a member of the North Suburban Dallas Chapter of
Jack & Jill. Jillian will study biology and global health on a pre-med track in college and is still
deciding which college she will choose to attend in the fall.

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Raam Carr Stevenson Jr

Raam Carr Stevenson Jr. is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Raam Stevenson Sr. of Arlington, TX. The
maternal grandson of Mr. Donald Loving Sr. and Mae Loving-Miller. The paternal grandson of
Mr. Ray Stevenson Sr. and Pamela Stevenson. He attends Mansfield Timberview High School in
Arlington, Texas.

Raam currently maintain a 3.4 G.P.A. with distinguished levels of achievements and an
endorsement in Business and Industry. He has been actively
involved in clubs and activities such as PTSA, AVID,
ROTC, Junior Varsity and Varsity Track, Basketball and
Football. Raam has been awarded numerous accolades and
achievements in both academics and sports such as A/B
Honor Roll, Teacher Choice Awards, All District Football
First and Second Teams, Basketball UIL Championship,
Football Sport Illustrated All-American Nominee,
Whataburger Super Team Nominee, Three-star prospect
by ESPN, No. 57 weak side Defensive End in the country,
Fifth best Lineman in DFW and 37 overall prospect in the
Area Top 100 players. Raam was the Varsity Football Team
Captain this past season. He has received Division I Football
scholarship offers from Baylor, Arizona St., Utah, Air Force
and West Point, Washington St. and seven additional DI
programs totaling over 2.1M dollars. Raam has committed
to play football in the PAC-12 at Washington State
University and will major in Engineering.

Raam has been an active member of Jack and Jill of American, Inc. for several years where he
volunteers and engages in activities and community service throughout the year. Raam has also
participated in the Fort Worth’s Rising Star Leadership Academy for many years, and he is a
lifelong member of the Inspiring Temple of Praise Church where he participates in the youth
ministry.

Raam is escorted by Kennedy Russell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roderic Russell. She is also a
member of the Arlington Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. and is a senior at The Oakridge
School. Kennedy will be attending Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama where she will
major in Public Relations.

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Beau Mitchell O’Neal Ward Jr.

Mitchell O’Neal Ward Jr., known to his friends as MJ, is a Senior at The Greenhill School in Addison, Texas. Mitchell
is the son of Mr. Mitchell Ward Sr. and Mrs. Pamela Wills-Ward of Dallas, Texas and big brother to Samantha and
Preston Ward. He is the grandson of Gene and Hazel Wills Sr. of Georgetown, Texas and Hubert and Juanita Ward of
Dale, Texas. He has been a member of the Dallas Jack and Jill Chapter since 2017.

Those that know Mitchell know that he has a passion for swimming. He has been swimming competitively and
winning awards since he was six years old. A member of the Dallas Mustangs Swim team, a club team that is part
of the USA Swimming Organization, and a member of his High School Swim team, Mitchell’s most recent awards

include:

• Being named to the Southwest Preparatory Conference -
All Conference team three times;

• Recognition as Most Valuable Player on the Swim
Team two times at the Greenhill School; and
• Leaving his swimming legacy at his school by achieving either
individually or as part of a relay the following four school records:
o The 100 yard Backstroke – he broke this 10 year record 3 times
o The 200 yard freestyle relay
o The 200 yard medley relay; and the
o 400 freestyle relay.

When not swimming, Mitchell likes to stay current on news events and
hang out with his friends. Mitchell has been active in the community
volunteering with the American Heart Association. Born with
Congenital heart defects that resulted in 2 surgeries before the age of
three, the American Heart Association is personally meaningful to
him. Since he was eight years old, his work with the American Heart
Association has included speaking at several schools and corporations in
the Dallas-Fort Worth area during their annual fundraising campaign,
serving as the national on-line ambassador for Jump Rope for Heart Campaign, being the featured speaker for the
DFW Heart Walk® and speaker for their 25th anniversary campaign. Living up to his favorite bible verse “To whom
much is given, much will be required.” Mitchell has assisted in raising approximately fifty thousand dollars in support
of the American Heart Association.

After high school, Mitchell plans on attending college to major in Business in hopes of being an entrepreneur. He
would like to continue to build his family’s future through business ventures and in giving back to the community. He
is currently deciding between several college acceptances at this time.

Mitchell’s Belle is Zoë Elon Purdy, daughter of Mr. Toby Purdy and the Honorable Monica McCoy Purdy. Zoë, a
member of the Dallas Chapter of Jack and Jill, is a senior at the Greenhill School in Addison, Texas. She is a student
admissions guide, peer mentor, athletics board representative on student council, PAWS for a Cause Club member,
Books About Us Club member, and three sport athlete in Varsity Cheer (Fall & Winter) and Lacrosse, serving as
Co-Captain of both the Greenhill Varsity Cheer and Lacrosse teams. She currently serves as teen secretary of the
Dallas Chapter of Jack and Jill and is a member of St. Luke “Community” United Methodist Church. Zoë is currently
awaiting college decisions but has been accepted to High Point University, Indiana University, University of Texas at
Austin, Tulane University, Howard University, Spelman College, George Washington University, University of Miami
and Emory University. Her plans are to pursue a career in law and become a civil rights attorney.

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Pearson Brooks Evan Brown Treavor Gicheru Elle Grinelle Marlon Henderson

Harrison Ingram Milan Patton Francesca Price Zoe Purdy Alex Rounsoville

Jared Shaw Brooklyn Wallace Olivia Wilson Mitchell Ward, II

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Patron Sponsors

PhD Level

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Beau Evan Clarence Brown

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Patron Sponsors

PhD Level

Gerald Briscoe
Timothy and Venita Owens

MastersLevel

Beverly Dayo

Bachelors Level

Lydia Henderson
Bobby Bryant

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Patron Sponsors

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Irene Gicheru

Beau Trevor C. Gicheru

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Patron Sponsors

PhD

Allen Ervin
Matthew Burkett

Tony and Cindy Green Masters Level Toinette Miller
Damita Davis-Stanciel Tawsha Gary
Cydni Rice DaWana Williamson Tuere Williams
CaSandra Smith Maedean Johnson Chrisandra Smith
Chanda Ridley Geri Gonzalez
Melissa and John Cooper Randy & Lori Smith
Tracey Parks
Samantha Crosby

Bachelors Level

Celia Swift Angela Jacobs Renee Gadson
Eydie Robinson Janice Mcgruder Renee Sample
Sharon Adderly JeNeane Hamilton Rhonda Godfrey
Kanitra Ferguson & Kris Floyd Kapri Collins Sandra Marshal
Aurelia Alexander Kathartis Hernandez Michele Davis
Andy & Liz Franco Kimberly Ball Genella Slater
Anita McClendon Hester Kim Benton Shelly Owens
Bery Delacruz Kirk Cohen Shawn Wills
Beverly Maycock Latara Moore Tanya Wilson
Bridget Payne Mary Matthews Darryl Taylor
Brigeeta Scales Maureen Goins Valerie Testman
DeAdrian Maddox Michon McCloud VaRhonda Ervin
Denise Foreman Micha Gary Vivian Young
Eydie Robinson Monica Saunders Beverly Roseberry
Dr. Marilyn Fudge Marya Barnes Priscilla Evans
Gwen Sanders Nikki Mouton Cheryl Thaxton
Jacqueline Wrights Pamela Carnes

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PhD Level

Doretha Bennett
Steven Van Hook

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Robin Skrine M.D. FACS
Dr. Jill Batson
Dana Sinegal
Aaron Green
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Bachelors Level

Brandon Bowles Lisa Fulgence
Alina Capdeville Chad Lowe
Desi Tribble Vanessa Meshack
Jaquetta & Gregory Davis Karen Whitaker
Kathleen Lyons Kevin Wright
Lydia Henderson

Beau Mitchell Eric Martin

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PhD Level

Mr. and Mrs. James Waters and Family
Mr. Chaun Harper and Family

Bachelors Level

Karen Whitaker

Beau Jared Thaddeus Bernard Shaw

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Patron Sponsors

MastersLevel

Keithley Shorte
Inspiring Temple Of Praise Church

Bachelors Level

Cory and Carmesha Ford James Brown
Cheryl and Jerry Morris Kevin and Dorothy McKinney
William Guinyard Jr Shenequia Lyons
Debra and Bruce Roberson Quantence Walker
Clayton and Angela Dokes Sr. Shaquela Aubrey
Shirley and Bridget Jackson Shereah Taylor
Daryl and Marilou Johnson Miguel and Tabitha Clarke
Dorothy Howard Juanita Ford
Darren and Tiffany Johnson Tanesha Barmer
Don Juan Hutchinson Thelma Robert’s-Vega
Zandra Johnson and Katrina Brown Julie Sneed
Idara Reece

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Jared Shaw

We love your smile
We love your laugh
We love your kind

spirit

We love your thoughtfulness,
determination, and grit

There are not enough words to express how much we love you 47
and how proud we are of ByEoAuU.TILLoLvIOeN, M20o2m1 and Dad

Jared Shaw

We can’t wait to watch you soar even higher.
Love you!

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Congratulations
Beau Jaythan Jackson!

May His words guide you always:

"I will instruct you and teach you in the
way that you should go; I will counsel you

with my loving eye on you."
Psalm 32:8

With love and pride in all of your many 49
accomplishments,

Mother Dornechia Carter, MD
Greater Frisco Chapter

Affinity Dermatology
13135 Dallas Parkway, Suite 520
Frisco, TX 75033| 469.480.8100
www.affinitydermatology.com

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