Central Jersey Club 58th Annual Founders' Day Celebration Ad Journal

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f Founders’ Day Celebration
Saturday, April 9, 2022

“Enriching Our
Communities
Through These
Challenging Times”

Alyce Franklin-Owens

Central Jersey Club President

Evelyn Streater-Frizzle

Northeast Governor

Sherelle T. Carper

National President & CEO

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Negro National Anthem

LIFT EV’RY VOICE AND SING

By James Weldon Johnson and R. Rosamond Johnson

Lift ev’ry voice and sing till earth and heaven ring
Ring with the harmonies of Liberty;
Let our rejoices rise
High as the list’ning skies,
Let it resound loud as the rolling sea.

Sing a song full of the faith that the dark past has taught us,
Sing a song full of the hope that the present has brought us;
facing the rising sun of our new day begun,
let us march on till victory is won.

Stony the road we trod, bitter the chast’ning rod,
felt in the days when hope unborn had
died yet with a steady beat,
have not our weary feet come to the place
for which our fathers died?

We have come over a way that with tears has been watered
We have come treading the path through the
blood of the slaughtered,
out from the gloomy past till now we stand at last
Where the white gleam
of our bright star is cast.

God of our weary years, God of our silent tears,
thou who has brought us thus far on our way;
thou who has by thy might led us into the light,
keep us forever in the path we pray.

Lest our feet stray from the places,
our God where we met Thee;
lest our hearts, drunk with the wine of the world,
we forget thee, shadowed beneath thy hand,
may we forever stand, true to our God,
true to our native land.

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Program

Mistress of Ceremony...........................................................................................Auslin Williams
Welcome Message............................Alyce Franklin-Owens, 28th President, Central Jersey Club
Negro National Anthem..................................................................................John Clay, Violinist
The Occasion....................................Kanesha K. Jones, First Vice President, Central Jersey Club
Invocation...............................................................Pastor Lyddale Akins, Triumphant Life Church
Greetings...................................................... Evelyn Streater-Frizzle, Governor Northeast District
Greetings............................................................................ Sherelle T. Carper, National President
Commercial Break................................................................................... New Jersey Natural Gas
Greetings..................................................... Montez Swartz, Central Jersey Youth Club President
Greetings................................... Nina Mathis-Norman, Third Vice President, Central Jersey Club
Musical Performance................................................. Neptune Township High School Jazz Band
Special President’s Award / Tribute to Edith Reid.................. Alyce Franklin-Owens, President
Memorial Tribute...................................................................................................Auslin Williams
Scholarships Presentation......................................... Brenda S. Terrell-Walker, Scholarship Chair
Commercial Break............................................................ New Jersey American Water Company
Awards....................................................................................................................Auslin Williams
Sojourner Truth Award...................................................... Sherelle T. Carper, National President
Closing Remarks.................................................................. Bertha Williams-Pullen, Chairperson
Benediction............................................................Pastor Lyddale Akins, Triumphant Life Church

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Table of Contents

Negro National Anthem............................................................................................................... 1
Program........................................................................................................................................ 2
Table of Contents ......................................................................................................................... 3
National President’s Greeting, Sherelle T. Carper ....................................................................... 4
Governor’s Greeting, Evelyn Streater-Frizzle................................................................................ 5
President’s Greetings, Alyce Franklin-Owens ............................................................................... 6
Chairperson Greetings, Bertha Williams-Pullen............................................................................ 7
National Historical Overview ........................................................................................................ 8
Central Jersey Club Historical Overview ..................................................................................... 9
Past Presidents ........................................................................................................................... 10
Officers & Members .................................................................................................................. 11
Past Sojourner Truth Honorees ................................................................................................... 12
Sojourner Truth Award, Lieutenant Governor, Sheila Y. Oliver.................................................... 13
Special President Award, Edith Reid ......................................................................................... 14
Education Award, Dr. Jennifer Little Edmonds .......................................................................... 15
Rising Star Award, Dyese Davis ................................................................................................. 16
Community Service Award, Annette Scott ................................................................................. 17
Health and Human Service Award, Ruth Ann Paige .................................................................. 18
Public Service Award, Senator Vin Gopal ................................................................................... 19
Central Jersey Youth Club ......................................................................................................... 20
Scholarship Recipient, Christina Owens...................................................................................... 21
Scholarship Recipient, Qaajae Johnson ................................................................................... 22
Scholarship Recipient, Saniyah Hughes ..................................................................................... 23
Scholarship Recipient, Jaione’ Murray ..................................................................................... 24
Scholarship Recipient, Lisa Jean-Philippe ................................................................................. 25
Scholarship Recipient, Mariami Ramire Tsuladze ....................................................................... 26
Book Award Recipient, Alexis Pavlinec ...................................................................................... 27

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National President’s Greeting

The National Association of
Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Incorporated
1806 New Hampshire Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20009-3206
Telephone: 202-483-4206  Fax: 202-462-7253  Website: nanbpwc.org

“Moving Forward with A Purpose”TM ~ Reaching New Heights

April 9, 2022

NATIONAL PRESIDENT Dear President Franklin-Owens, Members and Guests:
Sherelle T. Carper
Centreville, VA On behalf of the National Board of Directors, it is my great pleasure to greet you
[email protected] on the occasion of your 58th Annual Founders' Day celebration.

FIRST VICE PRESIDENT Throughout our Association, we celebrate the goal of seven visionaries - seven
Dr. LaTaunya V. Conley women who felt it not robbery to organize other like-minded women to forge a
Elyria, OH network of women in business and the professions.
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They firmly believed that a collective movement of cohesive sisters would
SECOND VICE PRESIDENT enable "Negro" women entrepreneurs and professionals to become independent
Kristina Russell and acknowledged for their livelihoods and ultimately benefit their respective
Reisterstown, MD communities through giving back.
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I am proud to say that for nearly 84 years we have carried the baton and through
RECORDING SECRETARY events such as yours continue to celebrate and pay homage to our
Beverly Wallace visionary founders. This event is also the platform through which we celebrate
Greensboro, NC other extraordinary women whose contributions have made significant inroads in
[email protected] the lives of others. The National Board and I congratulate Lieutenant Governor
Sheila Y. Oliver, your recipient of our Association’s highest award – the
TREASURER Sojourner Truth Award. We also congratulate the accomplishments of others
Brittany Montgomery being recognized today; may you all be continually blessed.
Dallas, TX
[email protected] Let us continue “Enriching Our Communities Through These Challenging
Times.” Enjoy a wonderful program and continued success in all you endeavor.
FINANCIAL SECRETARY
Jacquelyn Jackson Moving forward . . .
Dallas, TX
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DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP
Patricia B. Maples
Dallas, TX
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DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION
Dr. June Johnson
Gary, IN
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Toms River, NJ Sherelle T. Carper
[email protected] 24th National President and CEO

Detroit, MI Sherelle T. Carper
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Washington DC
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LIVING PAST NATIONAL PRESIDENTS
Frankie Jacobs-Gillette, Jacquelyn B. Gates Shipe, Dr. Julianne Malveaux,
Peola Smith-Smith, Sandra A. Coleman, Marie E. Castillo, Diane E. Toppin

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Governor’s Greeting

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President’s Greetings

Alyce Franklin-Owens

The Officers and Members of the Central Jersey Club of the National Association of Negro
Business and Professional Women’s Club, Inc., welcome you, our families, friends, and supporters
to our 58th Annual Founders’ Day Virtual Celebration. We consider it a privilege to have you join
us on this joyful occasion.

In 1935 our Founders followed a new direction when they established this illustrious organization
for the purpose to promote and protect the interests of African American business and professional
women. With your support, we’ve been able to implement our national theme, “Moving Forward
with a Purpose: Reaching New Heights”. We are committed to serving our communities through
Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Technology, and Service.

This year the Central Jersey Club delivered ground-breaking, meaningful, and robust programs
in a virtual environment. We continued to uphold the tenets of our Founders with progressive
programs which comprised of Get Ready Stay Ready Social Media Campaign, Breast Cancer
Awareness Month, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Human Trafficking Awareness
partnership with Covenant House, Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration, Go Red
Health and Wellness Fair, New Jersey Sea Grant consortium S.T.E.A.M, Women History month
“Women Providing Healing, Promoting Hope” and Childhood Obesity program. We stay true to
our mission with high-level programmatic excellence, consistency, and longevity.

Heartiest congratulations to our Scholarship recipients. Hope our scholarships help open the
gateway to your bright future. We wish you educational, professional, and personal success.
Thank you to the 58th Founders’ Day Virtual Celebration Chairperson, committee, and club
members for their unwavering dedication and sisterhood to make it a great success.

Sincere thank you to our families and supporters for your continued support, and for sharing this
special day with the Central Jersey Club.

Sincerely,

Alyce Franklin-Owens, President

Central Jersey Club

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Chairperson Greetings

Bertha Williams-Pullen

Greetings!!!

It is my sincere honor and pleasure to welcome you to the 58th Annual Founders’ Day Celebration
of the Central Jersey Club of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional
Women’s Clubs, Inc.

The Central Jersey Club is appreciative to all of you for sharing this time with us virtually. We
enthusiastically welcome and thank those numerous family members, friends, and supporters
who have remained with us through the years, as well as those who may be new to the Central
Jersey Club Founders’ Day experience.

Thank you to our sponsors for being committed to the CJC mission with their generous support.
I applaud each committee chair and member for the exorbitant amount of time you took to
successfully make this day possible. The teamwork continues to make the dream work!

This celebration honors our forward-thinking founders and recognizes various outstanding
community leaders that have impacted the lives of others. The Central Jersey Club proudly
honors Dyese Davis, Senator Vin Gopal, Dr. Jennifer Edmonds, Annette Scott, Ruth Ann Paige,
and Edith Reid.

Education remains one of our National commitments. This year we recognize the academic
accomplishments of these amazing students: Christina Owens, Qaajae Johnson, Sanijah Hughes,
Jaione Murray, Lisa Jean-Phillipe, and Mariami Ramirez Tsuladze.

The most prestigious award given by our Association, the Sojourner Truth Award, will be presented
to Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver by our esteemed National President, Sherelle T. Carper.
Thank you for sharing this wonderful time with us.

Sincerely,
Bertha Williams-Pullen

Bertha Williams-Pullen

Founders’ Day Chairperson
CJC 2nd Vice President

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National
Historical
Overview

The late Emma Odessa Young, a realtor from New York City and a member of the New York Club
of Business and Professional Women, conceived the idea of a national organization of business
and professional women in 1934. In July of 1935, Mrs. Ollie Chin Porter, president of the New
York Club, extended an invitation to local clubs organized as Business and Professional Women’s
Clubs, to join and form a national organization. The first convention of the National Association
of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. was held in Atlantic City, NJ in July 1936
at the Asbury Methodist Episcopal Church. The aim of this newly formed national organization
was then, as it is today, to attract women of high caliber to organize similar clubs within their
communities. Facing the realities of the times, their daring and inspiring goals were to share their
experiences and exchange information; to protect their interest and to encourage and develop
opportunities for black women in businesses and professions.

Our Mission

To promote the interests of African American business and professional women; to serve as a
bridge for young people seeking to enter business and the professions; to improve the quality
of life in the local and global communities; and to foster good fellowship.

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Central Jersey
Club Historical

Overview

Under the leadership of founder Mrs. Margaread White, from Eatontown, NJ, the Central Jersey
Club was chartered on October 1, 1964, dedicated to the improvement of social and civic
conditions in the Monmouth and Ocean County areas. All rights and membership privileges
of the National Association were granted to Charter Members—Dorothy Brown, Alice Brickler,
Gladys Byers, Castle Greer, Louise Hughes, Pearl Harris, Greta Butler, Marion Lyons, Valarie
Hinton, Mariagnes Lattimer, Sarah McGee, Elsie Netter, Gloria Qualls, Shirley Williams, Catherine
Darby, Mildred Bairds, Julia Ransom, and Margaread White.
Over its fifty-eight (58) year existence, the Central Jersey Club has established a proven record
of conducting quality programming to establish educational excellence, equal access to
healthcare, full employment, and economic empowerment for all citizens. Many of its programs
are geared toward the educational development of our youth and include scholarships, tutoring,
communication skills enhancement, cultural enrichment, academic improvement, and career
identification and development. Over the years, the Central Jersey Club has fostered partnerships
with many local organizations and institutions with similar program objectives, including the New
Jersey Orators, the Sisters Academy of New Jersey, Hope Academy Charter School, Hackensack
Meridian Health, New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium, the Boys and Girls Club of Monmouth
County, and many others. For its programming and accomplishments, the Central Jersey Club
has consistently ranked at or near the top of all clubs within the association throughout its history.

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Central Jersey Club
Past Presidents

Margaread White Catherine Darby Shirley Williams Helen Scott Blanche Jones Janice Sweeney Sylvia Thomas
Founder & Original Charter Original Charter President President President President
President Member & Club
Member & 1970-1971; 1994-1996 1972 - 1974 1974-1975 1975-1976
1964 - 1966 President President

1966-1967 1967-1970

Henrietta Zachary Carmen Brown Patricia Thomas Corinne McGhee E. Tonya Frances Y. Muriel Hiller
President President President President Greenwood Williams President
President
1976 - 1978 1978-1980 1980-1982 1982-1984 President 1988-1989
1986-1988
1984-1986

Peola Edith Reid Linda Balom Gwendolyn S. Shirley Booker Natalie Smith Elizabeth White
Smith-Smith President President Parker President President President
Club President President
1992-1993 1993-1994 1998-2000 2000-2004 2004-2006
1989-1992 1996-1998

National President

2003-2007

Marilyn Griffin Phyllis Cowans Denise Hawkins Karma Brenda Sheree
President President President Williams-Davis Terrell-Walker

2006-2008 2008-2010 2010-2014 President President

2014-2017 2017-2020

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Officers & Members

2021-2022 Officers

President .................................................................................................................... Alyce Franklin-Owens*
First Vice-President ............................................................................................................ Kanesha K. Jones
Director of Membership .......................................................................................... Bertha Williams-Pullen*
Third Vice President .....................................................................................................Nina Mathis-Norman
Treasurer ................................................................................................................................ Alycia Johnson
Financial Secretary ................................................................................................................. Marlena Brown
Corresponding Secretary .....................................................................................................Ruth Ann Paige*
Recording Secretary .................................................................................................................. Tranell Autry
Youth Leader .......................................................................................................................... Andrea Felder
Chaplain .......................................................................................................................Nina Mathis-Norman
Past National President ..........................................................................................Peola Smith-Smith*+/++
Founder ..................................................................................................................... Margaread White *+#

*Life Member +Past President ++Past National President #Decreased

Veronica Alloway Members Tanya Randall
Sikaya Alston Edith Reid *+
Jennifer Edmonds
Gail Anderson * Andrea Felder Joan Reid*
Sylvia Austin * Kim A. Rollins-John
Shirley Booker*+ Mary Gayle Flannelly* Natalie E. Smith *+
Tasha Y. Brown* Cordelia Golden Janice Sweeney *+
Elaine Buckley Frances Gray*
Shakkie Clark Marilyn Griffin *+ Raina Thompson
B. Yvonne Clayton Elizabeth Upperman*
Phyllis Cowans *+ Denise Hawkins *+ Brenda S. Terrell Walker*+
Candice Wells-Crudup Helen Jackson*
Cynitha Deas *# Jasmine Harvey Carole Wallace
Marva Dizard* June West
Rita Johnson-Harvey
Angela Kulesz* Elizabeth White*+
Tami Deas-Lucas Auslin Williams
Amy Ludlow*
Louise M. Pierce

~Ombudsmen~

William Cowans • Kenneth C. Hawkins • Bobby L. Jones, Jr.• Vernell Smith

Founders’ Day Committee Chairpersons

Program Chairperson ............ Bertha Williams-Pullen Co-Chairperson ................................ Denise Hawkins
Awards .......................................... B.Yvonne Clayton Scholarship .......................... Brenda S. Terrell-Walker
Journal .............................................. Denise Hawkins Publicity/Tech Team ...................... Kanesha K. Jones

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CENTRAL JERSEY CLUB

Past Sojourner Truth HonoreesOF THE
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF NEGRO BUSINESS AND
PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S CLUBS, INC.

PAST SOJOURNER TRUTH HONOREES

1965 Ruth Ramsey 1994 Ethel Meade Bynum
1966 Viola V. Reed 1995 Matilda Hayes
1967 Annabelle Richardson 1996 Florence Floyd Smith
1997 Blonnie M. Wiltshire
1968 Kathryn Harris 1998 Helen Jackson
1969 Virginia Williams 1999 Ruth E. Bell
1970 Lula Cooper Steele 2000 Pauline Bolden Smith
1971 Margaread B. White
1972 Pearl C. Harris 2001 Audrey Warren Clark
1973 Mary Lee Johnson 2002 Grace Johnson
2003 Helen W. Scott
1974 Elizabeth E. Williams 2004 Lillie Ham Hendry
1975 Blanche Jones 2005 Maxine Daniels
1976 Dr. Lena Edwards 2006 Thelma Braggs
1977 Marie H. Thomas
1978 Authella Oates 2007 L. Marie Williams
1979 Katherine M. Wormley 2008 Rev. Girdie B. Washington
2009 Edna R. Roberts*
1980 Anna Cook 2010 Rosetta B. Jordan
1981 Margaret Upperman 2011 Elizabeth L. Anderson
1982 Ruth Hughes 2012 Brenda J. Terrell
1983 None Given
1984 Mahala Field Atchison 2013 None Given
1985 Marie Dewitt Jackson 2014 Catherine S. Darby
2015 Pastor Pamela Carey
1986 Norma Brito Todd 2016 Natalie E. Smith
1987 Ruth White Hardwick 2017 None Given
1988 Reverend Sandra Wilson 2018 Elizabeth M. White
1989 Flametta Causby 2019 Reverend Nicolle D. Harris
1990 Mildred L. Edwards 2020 None Given
1991 Elsa Campbell 2021 Peola Smith-Smith
1992 None Given
1993 Jane Miller-Hylton

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Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver

58th Annual Founder’s DaySojourner Truth Award

Sojourner Truth Award

Lieutenant Governor

Sheila Y. Oliver

Lieutenant Governor Oliver is a self-described “Jersey Girl,” born and raised in an ethnically diverse Newark neighborhood.
Lieutenant Governor Oliver was inspired as a young girl to be a fighter for the voiceless when her eyes were opened to societal
injustices and inequities around her, often citing “A Tale of Two Cities” as her youth awakening. She has since pioneered a successful
career in public service advocating for social justice, women’s equality, and education, ultimately becoming the first woman of color
to serve in a statewide elected office in New Jersey history. In 2021, Lt. Governor Oliver was reelected to serve a second term in
office.
In addition to her role as Lieutenant Governor, she serves as Commissioner of the Department of Community Affairs, where she has
led efforts to strengthen and expand initiatives for fair and affordable housing, community revitalization, homelessness prevention,
and local government services that support New Jersey’s 565 municipalities.
Under her leadership, the Department has also expanded and leveraged a wide range of initiatives aimed at assisting distressed
municipalities, including the federal Opportunity Zones tax incentive, the Main Street New Jersey program, the Neighborhood
Preservation Program, the Neighborhood Revitalization Tax Credit program, and the Urban Enterprise Zone Program, which was
renewed by legislation she signed in 2021.
In her role as Acting Governor, she has signed multiple bills into law, including those that established a Caregiver Task Force to
identify ways to support people taking care of loved ones who are elderly or disabled, require all public school students in grades
6-8 to receive financial literacy education, strengthen equal pay for equal work by preventing employers from asking employees’
previous salary history, and protect employees from wage theft. She also signed into law legislation that established a Restorative
and Transformative Justice for Youths and Communities Pilot Program within the Juvenile Justice Commission to help divert youth
from entering and re-entering the juvenile justice system.
Across her career, Lieutenant Governor Oliver has worked in the public, non-profit, and private sectors, and has taught numerous
college courses. She has served as a member of both the East Orange Board of Education and the Essex County Board of Chosen
Freeholders.
In 2003, she was elected to serve the 34th Legislative District in the New Jersey General Assembly.
A trailblazer in every sense of the word, in 2010 she became the first African-American woman in state history to serve as Assembly
Speaker, and just the second in the nation’s history to lead a state legislative house.
A proud alumna of the Newark public school system, Lieutenant Governor Oliver graduated cum laude from Lincoln University, and
received her Master of Science Degree in Community Organization, Planning and Administration from Columbia University. She has
received honorary doctorates of humane letters from the New Jersey Institute of Technology, Lincoln University, Montclair University
and Berkeley and Essex County Colleges.
She is a proud 40-plus-year resident of East Orange where she treasures her time with her 94-year-old mother, who has always
encouraged her to be a critical thinker while fostering her passion for helping people through effective public policy.

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Edith Reid
Special President Award

Special President Award

Edith Reid

Edith Reid is a retired Nursing Administrator with more than 60 years as a health care professional.
In 1963, she began her career as a Registered Nurse at the then Fitkin Memorial Hospital. Over 27 years,
she provided direct patient care, attended college part-time, and was promoted to several supervisory
positions. Resigned in 1990 as an Assistant Director of Nursing to accept another hospital position as a
Vice President of Patient Care Services.
Edith has been a member of the Central Jersey Club for over 40 years. A Life Member, former President,
Youth Advisor, Health Committee Chair, she established the Evelyn Thorne Scholarship in honor of her
mother. Her health care experience and knowledge have contributed to successful programs and projects.
As an active member of several committees, she collaborates with her sister members to provide quality
and informative community services. A Good Sister Award was presented to her in recognition of her
commitment and services to CJC.
She is also a Board Member and current Recording Secretary for the Concerned Black Nurses of Central
New Jersey. A non-profit organization proving community health screening and education. In 2018, she
received their Trailer Blazer Award for Nursing Excellence.
A charter member of the Neptune Township Lions Club, Ms. Reid has coordinated their Community
Eyeglass Program. Free eye examinations and eyeglasses are provided to the uninsured. She is the receipt
of their Outstanding Membership Award.
Her goal is to continue promoting health education and disease prevention.
Edith is mother to Tracy, Toni, and Stanley, grandmother to Kiara, Shavany, Jaren, Jada, and Justen, great
grandmother to Sophia and Maya.

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Dr. 58th AnnualJennifer Little Edmonds Founder’s Day
Education Award

Education Award

Dr. Jennifer
Little Edmonds

Jennifer Little Edmonds is from Detroit, Michigan and holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the
University of Michigan. After completing her undergraduate degree, she worked as a process engineer for Dow Corning
Corporation in Midland, Michigan for several years. During that time she volunteered with the National Organization for the
Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE) and became a member of Delta Sigma
Theta Sorority, Inc. in 1999. After several years as an engineer, Jennifer knew there was something missing from her career,
but couldn’t quite articulate it. She attended the PhD Project Annual Conference in 1999 - an organization whose goal is to
diversify corporate America by diversifying the role models in the front of classrooms. Attending this event is what jump-
started her transition to academia and higher education. She immediately began applying to graduate programs throughout
the northeast, was awarded a teaching and research assistantship at Rutgers and began graduate study at Rutgers University
in Newark in 2000. By 2004, she earned both her doctoral degree in management science and M.B.A. at Rutgers University.
During this time, she also met and married her husband of almost eighteen years, Gary. In 2004, they relocated to Wilkes-
Barre, Pennsylvania and she began her career as a college professor in business at Wilkes University. As a faculty member,
she taught courses in statistics, operations management, quantitative decision making and information systems. She soon
moved up through the faculty ranks and took on multiple leadership roles within the Jay S. Sidhu School of Business and
Leadership. In addition, she led research teams and presented on many topics, including employee motivation, women’s
leadership in business, global commerce and digital learning. Through her work and research, Dr. Edmonds also mentored
many undergraduate and graduate students on research and service projects spanning topics including: sustainability,
leadership, employee motivation and technology.
Currently, Jennifer is the Dean of the Georgian Court University School of Business and Digital Media - a role that allows her
to be innovative and creative in her approach to ensuring students and faculty succeed. She entered academia to add value –
to impact young learners first and foremost through teaching and research, but also to be an advocate for underrepresented
students in and out of the business classroom. In her roles as a faculty member and an administrator, for nearly twenty years,
she has done just that. She is now in her third year as dean Georgian Court. Beyond academic and business leadership, she
brings experience in strategic planning, institutional assessment, diversity/multicultural leadership, and student retention -
and lends that leadership to the Monmouth-Ocean Development Council as a Board Member. Outside of work,
Jennifer lives in Howell, New Jersey, with her husband and two children - Kim and Travis, who are both at Howell High
School, and their two dogs, Smoke and Chico. Her oldest son, Darell, is in the US Navy and is stationed in Lemore, California.
Jennifer has only been a part of CJC for two years, and is trying to be more active and more impactful as a member. She has
been instrumentational year after year in the CJC Women’s History Month programming and also on the tech committee.

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58thDAyese nDanvius al Founder’s Day
Rising Star Award

Rising Star Award

Dyese Davis

For over a decade Dyese Davis has been an exceptional leader and notable figurehead within the spheres
of policy and activism. She serves as an inspiration to the current and future generations when it comes to
making concrete and lasting impacts on the surrounding communities.
Driven by issues relating to policy, advocacy, and social justice, Dyese first embarked on getting involved
within her community very early while attending Neptune High School through service on the Neptune
Township Mayor’s Youth Advisory Cabinet as a member and later returning as an Advisor.
Her sheer determination and passion for improving the lives of those in her community was abundantly
evident. While pursuing a degree in Criminal Justice from Rutgers University, so began her legislative
career as an intern with the 11th Legislative District Office, eventually becoming the Chief of Staff.
Dyese is currently working alongside several prominent leaders in various organizations. A member of the
Board of Trustees for the Neptune Township Library, Brookdale Community College as well as an advisory
board member on Triple C Housing and Lunch break and a member of the board of the Affordable
Housing Alliance, Dyese’s eclectic experience brings an invaluable perspective to each endeavor and
mission. Recently, she was appointed as the Chair of the Brookdale Governance Committee and Fellow
for the New Leaders Council Class of 2020.
With an abundant portfolio of experience and knowledge, Dyese is a pivotal leader within the State of
New Jersey. A true role model, every day, she inspires and encourages all of those around her to strive to
make an impact in any way that they can to better the lives of others.

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58th Annual Founder’s Day

Annette Scott
Community Service Award

Community Service Award

Annette Scott

Neptune resident Annette Scott is the Vice President of the League of Women Voters of Southern
Monmouth County and the director of its Reenter-Register-Vote initiative, extending voter education
and registration support to formerly incarcerated citizens and those on parole. Since 2018—through the
COVID pandemic—she has grown the program from working with returning citizens in a single office of
the nonprofit NJReentry Corp. to supporting citizens in NJReentry facilities in eight counties. As word
of the program spread, she recruited a team and developed partnerships with other agencies, including
GEO Parole Reentry. When New Jersey law restored voting rights to citizens on parole and probation,
Annette was there, working to educate and register at parole facilities across the state. In the four years
of the Reenter-Register-Vote initiative, Annette and her team have registered an estimated 5,000 citizens
to vote and planted seeds of interest that she hopes will grow into full participation in our democracy for
those they have reached.
Annette has a son, daughter-in-law, and three grandchildren. She is a registered nurse with a Master of
Science in Nursing degree from Monmouth University where she also received her teaching certificate.
She is a board-certified psychiatric nurse and a state-certified mental health screener. She has worked in
surgical trauma intensive care units, pediatric and adult psychiatric facilities, adolescent group homes, and
as a visiting and school nurse.
Annette is the recipient of the League of Women Voters Southern Monmouth County Bill Madden Award
and is featured in Everyday Blackness: Celebrating Exceptional Women, by Parvathi Kumar. The Reenter-
Register-Vote program won the League of Women Voters of the United States 2020 “Building Equitable
Partnerships” Award.

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58th Annual Founder’s Day
Ruth Ann Paige
Health and Human Service Award

Health and Human Service Award

Ruth Ann Paige

Ruth Ann Paige, currently serves as Director, Service OSC and IVR Systems, for Horizon Blue Cross and
Blue Shield of New Jersey (Horizon BCBSNJ), where she has been with the organization for over 27 years.
Ruth received her Associates of Arts Degree in Business Administration from Brookdale Community
College and is proud to have received her Bachelor’s Degree in Management Science and Master’s Degree
in Management Information Systems, both from Kean University.
Ruth takes pride in supporting diversity and inclusion initiatives to drive societal and organizational
change. Diversity MBA Magazine recognized Ruth as one of the 2018 Top 100 under 50 Executive and
Emerging Leaders, followed by recognition in 2020 as one of the Top 100 Women of Influence. In 2021,
The National Diversity Council recognized Ruth as a DEI Champion (Diversity. Equity. Inclusion.). These
recognitions represent outstanding achievements in community, leadership and education. Most recently,
in 2022, Ruth has been nominated for Go Red for Women’s Woman of Impact campaign, to join a class of
changemakers to make the greatest change possible to impact women’s health.
Ruth enjoys working to achieve corporate and socially conscious community objectives. At Horizon
BCBSNJ, Ruth serves as President for the Women L.E.A.D. (Leadership, Education, Awareness and
Development) affinity group. In addition, she has co-facilitated ‘Diversity Listening Sessions’ to capture
valuable employee feedback to foster diversity initiatives. External to the workplace, Ruth is an active
Executive Board member of the Central Jersey Club of the National Association of Negro Business and
Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc., also serving on the Health and Social Services Committee featuring such
programs as, ‘Go Red’ for women’s heart health. In addition, she’s an active Executive Board Member for
Iota Sweethearts, Inc., Central New Jersey Professional Chapter.
Ruth is a Jersey Shore native that is very appreciative of the many family members, friends and academic,
organization and professional mentors that have supported her over the years. She’s delighted to pay it
forward, as she mentors and supports others.

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58th Annual Founder’s Day
Senator Vin Gopal
Public Service Award

Public Service Award

Senator

Vin Gopal

New Jersey State Senator Vin Gopal serves the 11th Legislative District. He serves as Senate
Majority Conference Leader and Chairman of the Senate Education Committee. He also serves
as Vice-Chair of the State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation and as a
member of the Health, Human Services, and Senior Citizens Committee. He is currently the
youngest member and the first Indian-American to be elected into the NJ State Senate.

Vin is a small-business owner, having built his business from the ground up, now with 14 employees.
Vin is also the Founder and President of a 501c(3) organization dedicated to helping Monmouth
County charities and individuals in need. He previously served on the Board of Directors for the
then-Monmouth County Chamber of Commerce, and also served as President of the Hazlet
Township Business Owners Association. He is also a past Board of Trustees Member of Big
Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth County. Vin spent many years as a volunteer first responder,
serving as an EMT and certified CPR Instructor.

Vin holds a Master’s in Public Administration from Rutgers University and a bachelor’s degree
from Pennsylvania State University.

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58th Annual Founder’s Day

Central Jersey Youth Club

2021-2022 Officers

President ................................................................................................................. Montez Swartz
1st Vice President ..................................................................................................Mateo Andrews
2nd Vice President ................................................................................................. Devin Mancuso
Recording Secretary ............................................................................................................ Vacant
Corresponding Secretary .................................................................................................... Vacant
Treasurer ................................................................................................................. Jayrohn Felder
Sergeant-of-Arms .............................................................................................. Madison Oliphant
Chaplain .............................................................................................................................. Vacant
Historian .............................................................................................................................. Vacant

Members

Mateo Andrews
Jayrohn Felder
Candace Howe
Sydney-Rose Kulesz
Devin Mancuso
Jada Navarro
Madison Oliphant
Clarke Patterson
Montez Swartz

Advisors

Nina Mathis-Norman ............................................................... 3rd Vice President / Youth Advisor
Andrea B. Felder........................................................................................................Youth Leader

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58th Annual Founder’s Day

Scholarship Recipient

Christina Owens

Neptune High School

Christina Owens

Neptune High SchoolChristina Owens is a senior at Neptune Township High School where she is ranked 10 out of 310

students with a GPA of 101.8.

ChriSstcinhaolisardsehsicpribReedciapsiaenntexceptional, creative, determined young lady with an amazing spirit

and an impeccable outlook on life. Christina is a dedicated student who cares deeply about

a senior at Nheerpstcuhonoel cTomomwunnsityh, ilopcaHl ciogmhmSuncithy,oaondl cwlahssemraetess.hCehrisistinraaisnakmeedm1be0r of the Neptune
ohToafws1nms0ah1iinp.t8aHin.igehd School National Honor Society and JumpStart Engineering Program. Christina
with a GPA a high-grade point average in her honors and college preparatory classes all

while participating in a rigorous sports schedule of the lacrosse and field hockey teams. Christina

ed as an ecxocnetinputeios ntoapl,rovcidreeaa tciovnes,tandt esoteurrcme oinf eleaddeyrsohiupntoghelar dteyamwmaitthes aannd set examples as
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ring Program. Christina has maintained a high-grade point

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hockey teaCmh.ristCinha risisthteindaau,gwhtehroof ThoanysanddeDmeaonnnasOtrwaetnes.d a high level of

ent, actively volunteers her time and talents at numerous events

mmunity by participating in the Neptune Township Easter Egg

s to children in the community, is instrumental in putting together

ool’s Black History Month Spotlight, and the Big Brothers/BigEnriching Our Communities Through These Challenging Times | 21

58th Annual Founder’s Day

Scholarship Recipient

Qaajae Johnson

Monmouth Regional High School

Qaajae Johnson

MonmoQauatjahe RJoehngsoion nisaa lseHniiogr hat MSocnhmoouothl Regional High School with a GPA of 4.2.

Qaajae is described as a dedicated, kind-hearted, intelligent, articulate, hardworking young

womSacnhowliathrshaipgrReaectipseiennste of humor, strong work ethic and wonderful personality. Qaajae is

also described as a student who is a beautiful, sensitive, and insightful soul that is so needed in

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teaching with her interests in sociology. Qaajae is an active member within her high school and

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logy. QaajaeQaisajaeains thaecdtaivueghtmer eofmQbaeasrimwanitdhLinakishhearJohhnigsohn. school and
ar GPA. Qaajae is also an active member in the community by

he Victorious Dance Ministry, her church’s liturgical dance ministry,

mmunity events. She is a member of the Monmouth Regional High

rforming at both school and in the community.

d to Seton Hall University and Rider University where she plans to
dhood Education.

ghter of Qaasim and Lakisha Johnson. Enriching Our Communities Through These Challenging Times | 22

58th Annual Founder’s Day

Scholarship Recipient

Saniyah Hughes

Neptune Township High School

Saniyah Hughes

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SaniSyachoilsadrsehsicpribReedciapsieannt intelligent, responsible, highly motivated, and polite student with

a strong work ethic. Saniyah is a leader to her peers and has made a strong impact in her
community. Saniyah is President of the Neptune Township High School National Honor Society, a

a senior at Nmeempbtuernoef thTeoCwlansssChoipunHcili,gahmeSmcbheor ooflthwehAefrirceansShtuedeinst Uraninonk,eandd9Captain of the Varsity
with a GPA oCfhe4e.r1le.ading Team. Saniyah is involved in various community service activities throughout the

Asbury Park and Neptune areas, including, serving as a member of the Delta Gems Academy,
volunteering as a youth leader with the Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce, and the local

d as an intelhliogsepintatl,. responsible, highly motivated, and polite student
ethic. Saniyah is a leader to her peers and has made a strong
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ciety, a member of the Class Council, a member of the African
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eager student of the Sciences, has also participated in the Medical
program and the Monmouth County Vocational School Nursing

ied to North Carolina Agricultural & Technical StateEnriching Our Communities Through These Challenging Times | 23
she plans to major in Science with a career goal of

58th Annual Founder’s Day

Scholarship Recipient

Jaione’ Murray

Asbury Park High School

Jaione’ Murray

AsJbaiuonrey’ MPuarrraky isHaigsehnioSr cathAosboulry Park High School where she is ranked 4 out of 105 students

with a GPA of 4.1.

Scholarship Recipient

Jaione’ is described as a bright, hardworking, kind, and enthusiastic young woman. Jaione’

is a dedicated student who cares deeply about learning, demonstrates exemplary academic

s a senior at AascbhuiervyePmaenrkt, HanigdhdeSdcichaoteodl cwohmemreitmheentistorahnerkceodm4mounuittyo. Jf a1io0n5e’ is a member of the Asbury
GPA of 4.1. Park High School National Honor Society, Student Council, where she serves as President and

Vice President. Jaione’ is a member of the Varsity Cheerleading squad, basketball and softball

ibed as a brigtheat,mhs,aarnddwoTerakmingC,apktinaidn,oaf nthde eDnetbhautesiCaslutbic. Jyaoiounneg’ wwasomchaonse. n to represent Asbury Park
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rsity W.E.B. Dubois Program. As a participant in her high school’s with goal
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Jaione’ is the daughter of Edgar and Lorinette Murray

ctive member of Allen Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church

dent of the Asbury Area Young People’s Division and participates in her

he Big Brothers/Big Sisters program.

ied to Hampton University where she plans to major in BEinorilcohgingyOwur iCtohmmaunities Through These Challenging Times | 24
ecoming a Dermatologist.

58th Annual Founder’s Day

Scholarship Recipient

Lisa Jean-Philippe

Howell High School

Lisa Jean-Philippe

Howell High School

Lisa Jean-Philippe is a senior at Howell High School with a GPA of 4.3.

Scholarship Recipient

Lisa is described as a true leader, very intelligent, tenacious, dedicated, compassionate, and

is a senior ataHsotuwdeenllt HwigthhaSdcehepooslenwsiethofapGurPpoAseo. fL4isa.3i.s also described as an extremely driven young

woman, which has earned her the respect of her peers and teachers alike. Lisa is a member of

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ponsibilities, Lisa co-founded and serves as President of the Howell
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Lisa has applied to Pace University where she plans to pursue a double major in Accounting and

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to Pace University where she plans to pursue a double major in
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58th Annual Founder’s Day

Scholarship Recipient

Mariami
Ramire Tsuladze

Long Branch High School

Mariami RamireTsuladze

LonMgariaBmri aRanmcirhez THsuilgadhzeSis ca hseonioorlat Long Branch High School where she is ranked 32 out of
356 students with a GPA of 96.

Scholarship Recipient

Mariami is described as a leader, confident, conscientious, determined, and a social justice

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6 students whietrhfoaurGyeParAs inohfig9h6s.chool and is a member of the National Honor Society. Mariami has been

an active member of the Health Advisory Club, Culture Appreciation Club, Debate Team, and a

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younger students.

Mariami is the daughter of George and Miranda Tsuladze.

n eager student of social justice, serves on Congressman Frank

visory Council and member of the Youth Wellness Conference

e and Suicide Prevention Advisory Board. In addition, she was

ent Long Branch High School at Monmouth University’s Central

for Excellence and Equity.

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58th Annual Founder’s Day

Book Award Recipient

Alexis Pavlinec

Red Bank Catholic High School

Alexis PavlinecAlexis Pavlinec is a senior at Red Bank Catholic High School. She is enrolled in honors and AP

Red Bank Catholic High Schoolcourses and has a GPA of 4.5. Alexis has played varsity volleyball and has demonstrated her
leadership skills as the team captain. She is a member of the National Honor Society and has
served as a school ambassador. Although most of her time is dedicated to her studies, Alexis
haBs oacohkieAvewd agrodalRs tehcaitptireanntscend beyond the classroom. She volunteers as an EMT cadet and
has won the Miss Teen New Jersey International pageant in 2019. Through this experience,
Alexis was able to advocate for an organization that was very important to her, the Tim Tebow

a senior at Red Bank Catholic High School. She isFoundation. Alexis is currently awaiting her college acceptance and plans to further her education
s and AP acfteor gurardsueatsion baynpudrsuhingaascaraeer Gin tPheAmedoicfal f4ie.ld5. . Alexis has

eyball and has demonstrated her leadership skills as

She is a member of the National Honor Society and

school ambassador. Although most of her time is

studies, Alexis has achieved goals that transcend

oom. She volunteers as an EMT cadet and has won the

Jersey International pageant in 2019. Through this

s was able to advocate for an organization that was

her, the Tim Tebow Foundation. Alexis is currently

ge acceptance and plans to further her education after

suing a career in the medical field. Enriching Our Communities Through These Challenging Times | 27

Congratulations, Annettet all started with a member’s straightforward

question: What are the voting rights of New Jer-

Isey’s formerly incarcerated citizens—and what is
cilitates in eight counties and began working with oth-
er agencies including GEO Parole Reentry.

When, in March 2020, voting rights were restored to
the League of Women Voters doing to support and 83,000 NJ citizens on parole and probation (legislation
advance these rights? The question spurred us into long supported by the League), Annette was ready. Work-
action and brought us to today, the presentation of ing with the State Parole Board, she began delivering ser-
the Central Jersey Club’s Community Service Award vices to parole facilities across the state.
to Annette Scott, Vice President of the League of
Women Voters of Southern Monmouth County and To date, Annette and her team have registered an es-
timated 5,000 citizens.
Director of its Reenter-Register-Vote initiative.

The work began In 2018. We forged a partnership with The League of Women Voters of Southern Monmouth
the nonprofit NJReentry Corporation, Neptune City of- County congratulates this
fice, to provide voter education and registration to the remarkable woman whose
returning citizens it serves. Enter Annette. She stepped passion and skill are serving
up and took over—recruiting other League volunteers, the voting rights of a popula-
delivering voter information, and helping citizens regis- tion too long forgotten.

ter. In short order, she was thinking bigger. What start- Annette with former NJ
ed in Neptune City soon became a statewide initiative. Govenor and NJReentry board
She expanded Reenter-Register-Vote to NJReentry fa-
chairman Jim McGreevey.

A nonpartisan, grassroots organization working through advocacy, education, and litigation
to protect and expand voting rights and ensure everyone is represented in our democracy.

lwvsmc.org

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Best Wishes to the
Central Jersey Club

On your 58th Founders’ Day

Congratulations

Sojourner Truth Recipient

Sheila Y. Oliver

And this year’s
Award and Scholarship

Recipients

Elizabeth White and the Cooper’s
Willie, Roberta, Jasmine, Jordan

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CONGRATULATIONS
to the

2021-2022 SCHOLARSHIP & BOOK AWARD RECIPIENTS

Christina Owens
Qaajae Johnson
Saniyah Hughes
Jaione’ Murray
Lisa Jean-Philippe
Mariami Ramirez Tsuladze
Alexis Pavlinec

For Your Outstanding Achievement and Recognition
at the

Central Jersey Club of NANBPWC, Inc.
58th Annual Founders’ Day Luncheon

Best Wishes Always in Your Future Endeavors,
From the Brenda S. Terrell-Walker Family

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PROUDLY SUPPORTING THE:

Central Jersey Club of the National Association of
Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc.

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OF OUR
AMAZING MOM

LILLIAN B. ALLEYNE

Mom.
You left us with beautiful memories.
your greatest love is still our guide and
although we cannot see you, you’re always by our side.
God has you in his keeping, we have you in our hearts.

Always & Forever,
Carmen Alleyne
Gail Anderson
Marva Dizard
Charles H. Alleyne
Michael Alleyne
Ramona J. Alleyne Young

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CONGRATULATIONS

The Central Jersey Club
NANBPWC, Inc.

On your

58th Annual Founders’ Day

Tranell Autry
Nina Norman
Auslin Williams
Bertha Williams-Pullen

WE SUPPORT YOUR SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY

PILGRIM BAPTIST CHURCH

“May God continue to guide and keep you
in his grace & mercy, as you endeavor to do

His will and walk in His way.”

Rev. Terrence K. Porter, Senior Minister

Deacon James Plummer ~ Chair - Deacon Ministry
Trustee Randy Phillips ~ Chair - Trustee Ministry

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Congratulations

Mom Edith Reid

On being the recipient of the President’s Award!
We are so proud of your dedication, support and passion
you have poured into the promotion and advocacy of the
club’s physical and mental health programs.
Love,
Tracy, Toni, Stanley

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Congratulations
Central Jersey Club

for your Community Virtual Programming

Best Wishes to
Award and Scholarship

Recipients

Bill and Marilyn Griffin

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IN LOVING MEMORY
OF OUR SISTER

BEATRICE R. ALLEYNE O’NEILL

Sis,
Your life was a blessing,
your memory a treasure
you are loved beyond words
and missed beyond measure.

Love You Always,
Carmen Alleyne
Gail Anderson
Marva Dizard
Charles H. Alleyne
Michael Alleyne
Ramona J. Alleyne Young

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Congratulations

Officers and Members of the Central Jersey Club
for 58 Years of Service

Even through a pandemic you ladies have managed to
continue bringing meaningful programs to the community

using the phenomenal reach of virtual programming.

Vernell and Peola Smith

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GONE TOO SOON~
THE HOLE IN MY HEART IS DEEP,
BUT THE MEMORIES ARE SWEET.

HUSBAND

FRED T. SMITH

(1937-2010)

SISTER

CAROL L. HAGINS

(1948-2018)

BEST FRIEND

BEATRICE R. O’NEILL

(1943-2020)

Love Forever,
Natalie (Cookie) Smith

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Congratulations
Central Jersey Club
On Our 58th Anniversary

In Loving Memory of my Beloved Husband

Lawrence (Larry) Dizard

January 25, 1946 – July 20, 2018

I miss you more than words can say.
You will forever remain in my heart.

Love You Always & Forever
Marva

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Congratulations to our Graduates And
Members of the Central Jersey Club

To the students who strive for perfection
also the parents who encourage them and support their dreams.

To my fellow sisters in the Business and
Professional Women of
Central Jersey Club,

You live a life of service to the community and
exemplify the importance of education.

We congratulate you all and applaud your achievements!

Dr. Mary Gayle Flannelly, her Colleagues and Friends

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9/22/1960 2/25/2011

It’s been ten years since God called you home, yet you ar

thought of every day. We shared so many wonderful time

Memory oftogether. You will always remain in our hearts. You were

CHERYLL A. BOOKERblessing.
We’ll love you forever

9/M22/1o9m60 -&2/2C5/o2l0e11tte

It’s been eleven years since God called you home, yet you are
thought of every day. We shared so many wonderful times
together. You will always remain in our hearts. You were a

blessing.

We’ll love you forever

Mom & Colette

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Larry E. Edwards

Honoring the Memory of

Larry E. Edwards

We miss you!

Your Family, We miss you
Mother ~~
Lisa Hairston
Regina Smith your Family,
Colette Booker-Bell Mother
Lawrence Edwards
& Grandchildren Lisa Hairston
Regina Smith
Colette Booker-Bell
Lawrence Edwards

&
Grandchildren

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9/2/1963 6/29/20

In Loving Memory of

Gary C. Booker

9/2/1963 - 6/29/2020

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Mom & Colette

We’ll love you forever

Mom & Colette

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