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WHAT OUR 2023 FAMILY REUNION LOOKED LIKE!
Certificates won by:
1. Most Grandchildren - Aunt Loretta Waddell
2. New Dessert Baby - Kashawn Tyler
Other Awards won by:
1. Emmitt Brown, Jr and Sarah Berry - Won the Loretta Waddell Acheivement Awards
2. Ron Garland, Jr - Won the BBQ Sauce Contest
3. Michele Dawson-Smith - 50/50 Raffle
4. Shealyn Williamson - Won the 'Find Someone Who' Contest
5. Kashawn Tyler - won the T-shirt cutting Contest (honorable mention)
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1. Most Grandchildren - Aunt Loretta Waddell
2. New Dessert Baby - Kashawn Tyler
Other Awards won by:
1. Emmitt Brown, Jr and Sarah Berry - Won the Loretta Waddell Acheivement Awards
2. Ron Garland, Jr - Won the BBQ Sauce Contest
3. Michele Dawson-Smith - 50/50 Raffle
4. Shealyn Williamson - Won the 'Find Someone Who' Contest
5. Kashawn Tyler - won the T-shirt cutting Contest (honorable mention)
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Sarah & EJ - Loretta Waddell Achievement award winners, Here with Bedford and Aunt Loretta!
Michele - 50/50 Raffle winner
Kashawn - Tshirt Cut-up Contest
This year we hired a Photographer and a Fish and Chicken Caterer!
Barrett Schley - Our great Photograher, Thank you Barrett!
Andre Woods & Company - Fish & Chicken Caterer, Fried that Fish and Chicken right there on the spot! Darn! And was it delicious! Thank you Andre!
Barrett Schley
Andre Woods & Company
YOUR 2023 REUNION COMMITTEE!
Reunion Committe
Family,
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Here's some REUNION reminders for you.....
1. Friday July 14, 2023 - Welcome Meet & Greet. At Roland's in the strip district, 1904 Penn Ave. 6-10pm. Wear 70's outfit! Pick up your bag and T-shirt. Bring pictures you want to share.
2. 50/50 Raffle starts Friday, see a committee member for raffle tickets.
3. BBQ Sauce Contest - pickup bottle for your sauce from Shelly on Friday.
4. Picnic - Universal Park, 1 Memorial Drive, Penn Hills 15235, Schrott Pavilion. Noon to dusk.
5. Bring your Bake-off desert on Saturday, at the picnic.
6. Sunday Church, Aunt Peggy's Church. Kingdom Light Ministries International 6378 Centre Ave, 15206; Service starts at 11:30am
7. After Church, Shelly house, 133 Deerfield Dr, Pgh, PA 15235.
Can't wait to see you! This Friday, be in the place..
Diane
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Hi Family!
COMING TO OUR REUNION THIS YEAR? WE NEED YOU TO REGISTER... LET US KNOW IF YOU'RE COMING.. PLEASE REGISTER..
You can register here: https://rayzerreunion2023.wufoo.com/.../rayzer-family.../
hi-light link, right click
& hit go there.
You must register to tell us how many people will be coming in your group and your T-shirt sizes.
Reunion Fees - $55 adults, $15 children, and $15 Friends on Saturday only
SEND:
Cashapp - $DianeRayzer My zelle: (316) 208-1005 paypal: paypal.me/RayzerReunion Venmo: @Diane-dmr
Send Check to Shelly Brown at 133 DeerField Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Thank you to everyone who has registered and paid you fees! We are going to have a Groovy good time!
See you there!
Diane
Hi Family!
COMING TO OUR REUNION THIS YEAR? WE NEED YOU TO REGISTER... LET US KNOW IF YOU'RE COMING.. PLEASE REGISTER..
You can register here: https://rayzerreunion2023.wufoo.com/forms/rayzer-family-reunion-2023-lets-groove/
hi-light link, right click
& hit go there.
You must register to tell us how many people will be coming in your group and your T-shirt sizes.
Reunion Fees - $55 adults, $15 children, and $15 Friends on Saturday only
SEND:
Cashapp - $DianeRayzer My zelle: (316) 208-1005 paypal: paypal.me/RayzerReunion Venmo: @Diane-dmr
Send Check to Shelly Brown at 133 DeerField Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Thank you to everyone who has registered and paid you fees! We are going to have a Groovy good time!
See you there!
Diane
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Hi Family,
Ok at this year's reunion!
At Friday's welcome party.
Wear your 70s party outfit.
Yes it's an Old School Jam Welcome party!!!
Let's Grove Tonight!
Love you!
Your Reunion Committee
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GET READY FAMILY
OUR 2023 FAMILY REUNION IS
JUST 58 DAYS
AWAY!
ARE YOU READY?
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OUR 2023 FAMILY REUNION IS
JUST 58 DAYS
AWAY!
ARE YOU READY?
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Hi Family,
Hi Family,
There are 3 days to our Reunion.. Looking forward to seeing all of you...
Some changes and updates:
1. See you at Roland's on Friday at 5:00pm (Roland's 1904 Penn Ave, Pgh, PA 15222). Get your T-shirt, welcome bag, and have dinner.
2. Don't forget all Pittsburgh residents need to bring a side dish on Saturday to the park. Unfortunately will not have ribs they went up in price and we can't do it (1 Memorial Park Drive Penn Hills, PA 15235 - Come to the park at Noon)..
3. Bring you BBQ sauce and/or your baked item you want to put in the "Best BBQ Sauce' & 'Bake-off Desert' contests.. Gifts will be given to winners. Also bring money for the 50/50 raffle going on all weekend, winner will be announced on Saturday.
4. Bring your board games to the park Saturday.
5. If you want to attend the Zoo on Sunday please let Lynette know.
6. Church on Sunday at Lynette's Church 'St. Paul Baptist Church (6701 Penn Ave, Pgh, PA 15208); Be there at 10:00am.
This info will be posted on our family website: https://rayzerfamilyreunion.com and on Facebook in our family group.
Love you,
Di
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Hi Family,
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We are 10 days to our Reunion... The T-shirts have been ordered. We will have a good attendance of family members... Yay!!
Some changes and updates:
1. We'll have a memory table at Roland's on Friday, please email or text a picture of your loved one who has passed on so we can place their picture on the memory table (Roland's 1904 Penn Ave, Pgh, PA 15222).
2. Be at Roland's on Friday evening at 5:00pm; Get your T-shirt, welcome bag, and have dinner.
3. Don't forget all Pittsburgh residents need to bring a side dish on Saturday to the park. Unfortunately will not have ribs they went up in price and we can't do it (1 Memorial Park Drive Penn Hills, PA 15235).
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4. Bring you BBQ sauce and/or your baked item you want to put in the "Best BBQ Sauce' & 'Bake-off Desert' contests.. Gifts will be given to winners. Also bring money for the 50/50 raffle going on all weekend, winner will be announced on Saturday.
5. Bring your board games to the park Saturday.
6. Church on Sunday has been changed from Aunt Peggy's church 'Kingdom Light Ministries International Church to Lynette's Church 'St. Paul Baptist Church (6701 Penn Ave, Pgh, PA 15208).
This info will be posted on our family website: https://rayzerfamilyreunion.com and on Facebook in our family group.
Love you,
Di
Hi Family,
We are counting down the days to our Reunion... The T-shirts have been ordered. We will have a good attendance of family members... Yay!!
Some changes and updates:
1. We'll have a memory table at Roland's on Friday, please email or text a picture of your loved one who has passed on so we can place their picture on the memory table.
2. Be at Rolands on Friday evening at 5:00pm; Get your T-shirt, welcome bag, and have dinner.
3. Don't forget all Pittsburgh residents need to bring a side dish on Saturday to the park. Unfortunately will not have ribs they went up in price and we can't do it.
4. Bring you BBQ sauce and/or your baked item you want to put in the "Best BBQ Sauce' & 'Bake-off Desert' contests.. Gifts will be given to winners. Also bring money for the 50/50 raffle going on all weekend, winner will be announced on Saturday.
5. Church on Sunday has been changed from Aunt Peggy's church 'Kingdom Light Ministries International Church to Lynette's Church 'St. Paul Baptist Church, 6701 Penn Ave, Pgh, PA 15208
This info will be posted on our family website: https://rayzerfamilyreunion.com and on Facebook in our family group.
Love you,
Di
Hello Family,
* Just added new family memebers to our email list, family on Ma's brother Eddie Garland. WELCOME FAMILY! We hope to see you at the Reunion!
We only have 53 days until our 'Rayzer Family' reunion!! Whoot! Whoot! "Welcome reception at Rolands (party), Cook-out Picnic (party) and Zoo and church!! A fun filled weekend for all of us!!
** Coming??? Make sure you're registered(register below)!! We need to send in the order for T-shirts very soon!! T-shirts are included in your registration fee, however sizes larger than X-large will pay a little more (2xl - extra $2), (3x to 5x pay extra $4) as in previous years.
You're Reunion Committee is working hard on the Reunion but we do need help from you.
- We need volunteers to help with BBQ'ing the Hamburgers and Hotdogs
- We need help with preparing the Shelter's for our picnic.
- Would like the family to bring a side dish, games, Blue tooth speakers.
Volunteers will need to be at the park grounds around 11:30 (time was changed)
- to help grill the hotdogs and hamburgers
- to help prepare shelters for reunion
Drinkers: Only Beer, Wine, and Wine Coolers in can or plastic containers are allowed on park grounds... * NO hard liquor *.
We're planning a nice program and we want each family to display their talent during the Talent show portion, so get your family together and decide what you're going to do!!
If you're coming please register here: Send the money as soon as you can!
Send money to: paypal - lrw2002@msn.com or Cashapp - $DianeRayzer
https://rayzerreunion2021.wufoo.com/forms/rayzer-family-reunion/ REGISTER FOR THE REUNION
Continue to go to our family website and check out family news there: https://rayzerfamilyreunion.com
Love you,
You're reunion committee!
Hello Family,
Can you believe we only have 67 days until our 'Rayzer Family' reunion!! Whoot! Whoot! "Welcome reception at Rolands (party), Cook-out Picnic (party) and Zoo and church!! A fun filled weekend for all of us!!
** Coming??? Make sure you're registered!! We need to make a good T-shirt estimate soon!! T-shirts are included in your registration fee, however sizes larger than X-large will pay a little more (2xl - extra $2), (3x to 5x pay extra $4) as in previous years.
You're Reunion Committee is working hard on the Reunion but we do need help from you.
- We need volunteers to help with BBQ'ing the Hamburgers and Hotdogs
- We need help with preparing the Shelter's for our picnic.
- Would like the family to bring a side dish, games, Blue tooth speakers.
Volunteers will need to be at the park grounds around 11:30 (time was changed)
- to help grill the hotdogs and hamburgers
- to help prepare shelters for reunion
Drinkers: Only Beer, Wine, and Wine Coolers in can or plastic containers are allowed on park grounds... * NO hard liquor *.
We're planning a nice program and we want each family to display their talent during the Talent show portion, so get your family together and decide what you're going to do!!
Very soon we will need a count of the number of t-shirts we'll need to order. So, if you're coming please register here: Send the money as soon as you can!
https://rayzerreunion2021.wufoo.com/forms/rayzer-family-reunion/ REGISTER FOR THE REUNION
Continue to go to our family website and check out family news there: https://rayzerfamilyreunion.com
Love you,
You're reunion committee!
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It will be a milestone Birthday for both Aunt Loretta and Aunt Peggy!
Aunt Loretta will be 85 & Aunt Peggy will be 70
Try to make it if you can!
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Hello family,
We have 81 Days until our Family Reunion. Your Reunion Committee is busy getting everything together! Please register to let us know you are coming .. Then pay as soon as you can. We're needing family to help with grilling the hamburgers and hotdogs. We're also needing family to help clean the shelters. Both of these activities will require you to arrive at the park around 10:30am.
https://rayzerreunion2021.wufoo.com/forms/rayzer-family-reunion/ REGISTER FOR THE REUNION
https://rayzerreunion2021.wufoo.com/forms/rayzer-entrepreneur-and-business-survey/ To REGISTER YOUR BUSINESS
Continue to go to our family website and check out family news there: https://rayzerfamilyreunion.com
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Hi Family,
I hope this email finds you and your family doing well! Say if you haven't registered for the 'Rayzer Family Reunion' this year; July 23 - 25, 2021...
If you plan on coming please register here: Send the money as soon as you can!
https://rayzerreunion2021.wufoo.com/forms/rayzer-family-reunion/ REGISTER FOR THE REUNION
https://rayzerreunion2021.wufoo.com/forms/rayzer-entrepreneur-and-business-survey/ To REGISTER YOUR BUSINESS
Continue to go to our family website and check out family news there: https://rayzerfamilyreunion.com
Love you,
You're reunion committee!
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Hi Family,
I hope all is well in your world. How's your weather are the winter storms over, are you thawing out!!
Deadline to enter your Slogan is February 28, 2021. That's this Sunday ! So please submit your Slogans!
Submit a 'Slogan' for us to use as our 'Family Slogan' this year. The Rayzer Family Reunion committee will pick the 3 best slogans and post them on our family site for a vote from the family. The Slogan with the most votes will will win $10 off their reunion fee & we'll use their slogan this year.. (Reply to this email or text me at (316) 208-1005)Slogans from previous years: "Rayzer Royalty", "I love my family" & "Family First".----------------------------------------------------Register for the reunion here:
___________________________________________Do you have a business? Please take our Family Business Survey listed here:
Have a great rest of your Wednesday and God Bless..*visit out family reunion site and take the new quizzes: https://rayzerfamilyreunion.com/
Love you,
Di
From 247sports.com / Article by Greg Biggins Feb 3, 2021
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Orange Lutheran (Calif.) offensive lineman Jason White flipped his commitment from Boise State to Oregon State and broke down why he chose the Beavers.
"I'm really excited about my decision," White said. "Looking back at it, I'm really glad I didn't sign in December. It just felt rushed for me, even though I had already committed to Boise State a few months earlier.
"I wanted to take more time and make sure I was doing the right thing and it worked out perfectly. Coach Harsin left for Auburn just a week or two later and I really didn't know what my situation was with them moving forward. I wasn't sure if the old OL coach would stay or go and if they brought in a new one, I didn't know if they would want me so I backed off my commitment around that time."
White said the Oregon State coaching staff never backed off him and that meant a lot to him.
"I had a few new schools who jumped in there late," White said. "Baylor came pretty hard and I also heard from BYU, UNLV and even Oklahoma. I just felt most comfortable at Oregon State thought with those coaches.
"They were really loyal to me and that meant a lot. Michael Pitre was my main recruiter and I talked a lot with coach Jim (Michalczik) and like those guys a lot. I actually committed about a week ago but just kept it silent so I could announce it today. I really feel great and I'm excited to be in the Pac-12. I'll be able to play against USC and UCLA every year and my family can come see me any time so it's a great fit for sure."
White said even without visiting Oregon State, he still feels good about the campus and his comfort level there.
"Corvallis looks like a great city," White said. "I did several zoom calls and virtual tours and it looks like a safe place to live and that's important to me and my family. It's a college town and a great environment to be in and I can't wait to get started."
White wasn't able to play football as a senior but is hoping to end high school on a high note on the track. As a sophomore, he was one of the state's top shot put throwers and won League finals with a 49'5 personal best.
"I'm hoping to win state this year," White said. "I have the 3rd best throw in school history and that's from my sophomore year. I wasn't able to compete last year when the season was canceled so I'm really excited for track this hear and hoping to go out on a high note."
From an athletic standpoint, they don't come much better then White. At the NorCal Opening Regional Camp prior to his junior season, he clocked a 5.14-40, 4.71 shuttle and jumped 28” in the vertical. He's 6-4, 275 pounds, has an 81" wing span and if he maximizes his potential, there's no doubt he has an NFL upside to him.
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Hi Family,
Hope all is well with each of you and I pray everyone of you and your families are remaining safe.
Drum roll! Give it up for Bedford Williamson! Bedford and his wife Christina were the first family members to send their registration form and reunion fee. They will receive $20 off their fee. "Yay... Way to go Bedford!!"
Our 'Rayzer Family Reunion' is this year!
Dates: July 23-25, 2021. Friday - Welcome dinner at Roland's Restaurant in the Strip;
Saturday - Picnic at Crawshaw & Connolly Pavilions at Penn Hills Park; and
Sunday - Church at Kingdom Light Ministries International, Aunt Peggy's Church & lunch at Lynette's,
the fee is: Adults $45 (18 & up), Children $15 (6-17), under 5 free.
Guests with paid family member is $15 for Saturday (No T-shirt) or $45 for entire weekend with T-shirt.
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Do you have a business? Please take our Family Business Survey listed here:
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Submit a 'Slogan' for us to use as our 'Family Slogan' this year. The Rayzer Family Reunion committee will pick the 3 best slogans and post them on our family site for a vote from the family. The Slogan with the most votes will will win $10 off their reunion fee. This year's theme: is "Caribbean"! Use your imagination and send us a great Slogan! Deadline to enter your Slogan is Febuary 28, 2021.
Slogans from previous years: "Rayzer Royalty", "I love my family" & "Family First".
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We need gifts for give-a-ways; they can be homemade gifts or other gifts you just want to donate. We also need promotional items to put in the welcome bags; if possible, get them donated from your job or friends, we'll need around 50 items. Also if you have a business please send us 50 business cards to put inside the 'Welcome Bags'.
Any questions please ask your nearest Reunion Committee member (Lynette Williamson, Shelly Brown, Debbie Phillips or Diane Rayzer (me) or you can reply to this email.
Love you!
Diane
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CONGRATULATIONS:
Raheem Perry & his fiance Kat Rouse
Welcome
Baby
ZEPHANIAH PERRY
Born on October 30, 2020
at 6:47am
5 lbs & 15 oz & 17.5 inches long
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SAVE THE DATES!!
“RAYZER FAMILY REUNION”
FRIDAY JULY 23 - SUNDAY 25, 2021
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania * Subject to change due to covid *
Friday July 23 – Caribbean Theme – Welcome Meet & Greet @ Roland’s
Saturday July 24 – Picnic - Connolly & Crawshaw Pavillions - Penn Hills Park
SAVE THE DATES!!
“RAYZER FAMILY REUNION”
FRIDAY JULY 23 - SUNDAY 25, 2021
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania * Subject to change due to covid *
Friday July 23 – Caribbean Theme – Welcome Meet & Greet @ Roland’s
Saturday July 24 – Picnic - Connolly & Crawshaw Pavillions - Penn Hills Park
Sunday July 25 – Kingdom Light Ministries International - Aunt Peggy’s church
*Fees: Adults: $45 (18 & up) - Children: $15 (6-17) – Free under age 5
Friday: Caribbean Welcome/Party - Pick up your bag and T-shirt
Saturday: Hamburgers, hotdogs, Ribs, chips, drinks and - bring your side to share.
*Bake-off & BBQ Sauce Contests*
Family? Traveling from out of town? NO PROBLEM – We’ll bring your side dishes!!
*Saturday guests only $15.00 with paid family member* “Fees same as 2019!” We want to see you!!
Send Payments – PayPal: lrw2002@msn.com cashapp: $DianeRayzer
Check: c/o - Lynette Drawn-Williamson - 7219 Hilliards St, Pgh, PA 15206
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*Fees: Adults: $45 (18 & up) - Children: $15 (6-17) – Free under age 5
Friday: Caribbean Welcome/Party - Pick up your bag and T-shirt
Saturday: Hamburgers, hotdogs, Ribs, chips, drinks and - bring your side to share.
*Bake-off & BBQ Sauce Contests*
Family? Traveling from out of town? NO PROBLEM – We’ll bring your side dishes!!
*Saturday guests only $15.00 with paid family member* “Fees same as 2019!” We want to see you!!
- We’re taking COVID-19 Precautions – Temperature taking – Masks – Hand Sanitizer
Send Payments – PayPal: lrw2002@msn.com cashapp: $DianeRayzer
Check: c/o - Lynette Drawn-Williamson - 7219 Hilliards St, Pgh, PA 15206
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We have another star in our family!!!
Cousin Torian White
Here's a link to see cousin Torian in a
Sacquon Barkley Campbell's Soup commercial
Cousin Torian is the football player sitting down about to get up!!
Congratulations Torian, Yay!!
We have another star in our family!!!
Cousin Torian White
Here's a link to see cousin Torian in a
Sacquon Barkley Campbell's Soup commercial
Cousin Torian is the football player sitting down about to get up!!
Congratulations Torian, Yay!!
https://youtu.be/5JwUfl0Lkbo I'm going to work on bringing the commercial over here! ===================================================================
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THIS SPOT WILL MARK
THE BEGINNING OF
PLANNING FOR OUR
2021 RAYZER FAMILY REUNION
WOOHOO!!
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THE BEGINNING OF
PLANNING FOR OUR
2021 RAYZER FAMILY REUNION
WOOHOO!!
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Hi Family, Hope all is well..
What are you doing while in home?
Are you working from home or are you going to work?
Here's some pictures and messages from our family!
Have a picture or message, send to Diane!
Be safe and safer at Home!!
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Hi Family, Hope all is well..
What are you doing while in home?
Are you working from home or are you going to work?
Here's some pictures and messages from our family!
Have a picture or message, send to Diane!
Be safe and safer at Home!!
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Cousins Debbie, Jeff and Justinn (Frankee Razor)
This-it may be helpful. A friend sent it to me.
Love & be safe,
Bobby
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FAMILY NEWS:
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From cousin Oliver "Boom"
Because of the mighty prayzer of my family and friends.
I am happy to say that my Beloved wife is,
for the 3rd time cancer free!
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Jeff's family:
Jeff Jr. is a Longshoreman said work is slow
Tiffany - is working from home
Justinn - very busy working in the hospitals, Respiratory Therapist
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Monica and EJ are with their Boos
Brandi is working from home in Minnesota
Jackson works from home
Mia will work one week on then one week off
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Kathy is working from home
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Please family pray for our family member that are working in hospitals and essential places:
Kiera - Nurse
Justinn - Respiratory Therapist
Aunt Peggy - Works in a hospital
Jeff - Pitt cleaning & disinfecting
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Message from Jeff:
Praying Lord to turn it around
Bless my family
Keep them in peace and health
Love you family!!
Message from Jeff:
Praying Lord to turn it around
Bless my family
Keep them in peace and health
Love you family!!
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Message from Lynette
I am blessed to be able to work from home, RJ works from home,
Rob goes in, no clients though,
& Shealynn and Cami work from home!!
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I've been working from home about 8 weeks now!!
Everyone please be safe, remember social distancing..
Stay home!!
Love you, Diane
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I've been working from home about 8 weeks now!!
Everyone please be safe, remember social distancing..
Stay home!!
Love you, Diane
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Cousin Jonathan says:
I was introduced a few months ago to an incredibly gifted writer/film maker, Hezreel Robertson, who had written with his father an emotionally heavy and important story about suicide.
Hezreel was looking for an actor to portray a man who had lost his wife, the love of his life, to suicide. I accepted the challenge. We've completed the first phase of this project - the short film - and are super excited about the possibilities.
Hezreel is an exceptional young man who has an amazing family. I am incredibly touched at the level of interest you've shown in thi snew film. Your support has been a tremendous blessing.
Please continue to share posts about the exclusive screening of the film, "Forlorning" and join us on the 18th of January at the Penn Hills Cinemas at 11:00am to celebrate the completetion of this film and to explore the possibilities of it's future.
Thank you!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTMvGH-hDFc
I believe all the tickets are sold but check none the less.
You can also help by contributing to help get this film first into some
Film Festivals accross the United States and then possibly made
into a feature film.
https://uk.gofundme.com/f/suicide-awareness-film-forlorning
Way to Go Jonathan!!
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Cousin Jonathan says:
I was introduced a few months ago to an incredibly gifted writer/film maker, Hezreel Robertson, who had written with his father an emotionally heavy and important story about suicide.
Hezreel was looking for an actor to portray a man who had lost his wife, the love of his life, to suicide. I accepted the challenge. We've completed the first phase of this project - the short film - and are super excited about the possibilities.
Hezreel is an exceptional young man who has an amazing family. I am incredibly touched at the level of interest you've shown in thi snew film. Your support has been a tremendous blessing.
Please continue to share posts about the exclusive screening of the film, "Forlorning" and join us on the 18th of January at the Penn Hills Cinemas at 11:00am to celebrate the completetion of this film and to explore the possibilities of it's future.
Thank you!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTMvGH-hDFc
I believe all the tickets are sold but check none the less.
You can also help by contributing to help get this film first into some
Film Festivals accross the United States and then possibly made
into a feature film.
https://uk.gofundme.com/f/suicide-awareness-film-forlorning
Way to Go Jonathan!!
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OUR BEAUTIFUL STAR!!
HANAE RAYZER
On the Home page of Pittsburgh Public Schools Website!
Way to go Hanae!!
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Cousin Jonathan Berry
and the Pittsburgh Playwrights
Are bringing August Wilson's "GEM of the Ocean"
to the Hill district
"GEM of the Ocean"
Where: Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company
at 1839 Wylie Avenue, Hill District
When: All Performances 7:30 pm
Preview Friday August 23
Opening Saturday August 24 - 26.
Then Friday - Monday through September 22
(no Labor Day performance 9/2)
Tickets: $37.50 or $18.39 on Monday Community Nights
go to: www.pghplaywrights.org/gem
Parking: At the former Shop n Save parking log at 1850 Centre Ave
See the wonderful write up where this picture was featured in the
Pittsburgh Post Gazette at:
Article written by: Sharon Eberson of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette
Picture by Steph Chambers/Post-Gazette
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THE BAKE-OFF COMPETITION WAS TOUGH
BUT WE HAVE A WINNER...
WE 3RD PLACE - MISS SHIRLEY
2ND PLACE - DIANE (your's truly)
AND.... IN ..... FIRST PLACE & WINNER OF THE BAKE-OFF
KATHY CONLEY
WITH HER BROWNIE CAKE
CONGRATULATIONS KATHY!!
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AND THE WINNER & AND MAKER OF THE
BEST TASTING
BBQ SAUCE AT THE RAYZER FAMILY REUNION
IS drum roll please.....
ROBERT WILLIAMSON
YAY ROB, CONGRATULATIONS!!
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OUR JUDGES
FOR THE SAUCE-OFF COMPETITION: JEROME, ANTHONY, ERIC
FOR THE BAKE-OFF COMPETITION: HANNAH, ZHANE, KHUMI
They had tough rules to follow but did a wonderful job!
Thank you Judges
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FOR THE SAUCE-OFF COMPETITION: JEROME, ANTHONY, ERIC
FOR THE BAKE-OFF COMPETITION: HANNAH, ZHANE, KHUMI
They had tough rules to follow but did a wonderful job!
Thank you Judges
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COUSIN JACKSON WON THE "FIND SOMEONE WHO" GAME
YAY JACKSON HE WON $10.00
I think everyone who played that game had fun!!
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COUSIN ERIC WON THE 50/50 RAFFLE
Thanks to all that played
$50 went in the bank
for the next reunion
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Friday - A White Party (wear white)... Starts at 5 - 6pm "Welcome at 6pm)
The Kingsley Center - 6435 Frankstown Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
"Get your welcome bag, T-shirts, Dance, Eat, Be with family and friends and have a Ball"
Saturday - Picnic... Starts at 12 noon!
Highland Park - Rhododendron Shelter - Lake Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
"Picnic, Hamburgers, hotdogs, Games, Ribs, Family, Desserts, Prizes, Fun"
Sunday: Covenant Church of Pittsburgh
(cousin Debbie's Church)
Prayer starts: 10:45am - Service starts at 11:00am
Worship Center - 2110 Andrew Avenue
Wilkinsburg, PA 15221
After Church: Lynette's hourse for Leftovers Lunch
Festivities Over until 2021
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Sunday: Covenant Church of Pittsburgh
(cousin Debbie's Church)
Prayer starts: 10:45am - Service starts at 11:00am
Worship Center - 2110 Andrew Avenue
Wilkinsburg, PA 15221
After Church: Lynette's hourse for Leftovers Lunch
Festivities Over until 2021
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CONGRATULATIONS TO
NEISHA WHITE & KAHLIL RAYZER
ON THEIR
NEW BUNDLE OF JOY
PARADISE ANN-SELENE RAYZER
Was born on June 1, 2019 at 7:48pm weighing 7 lbs and 1 inch long
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CONGRATULATIONS TO
NEISHA WHITE & KAHLIL RAYZER
ON THEIR
NEW BUNDLE OF JOY
PARADISE ANN-SELENE RAYZER
Was born on June 1, 2019 at 7:48pm weighing 7 lbs and 1 inch long
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CONGRATULATIONS
SIMON LEWIS
For Graduating from ROSEDALE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Simon also carried a 4.0 Grade point average the whole way through !!
WAY TO GO SIMOM!!!
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CONGRATULATIONS
SIMON LEWIS
For Graduating from ROSEDALE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Simon also carried a 4.0 Grade point average the whole way through !!
WAY TO GO SIMOM!!!
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CONGRATULATIONS
RAHEEM PERRY
Graduated with HONORS from Duquesne University
in
DIGITAL MEDIA ARTS
WAY TO GO RAHEEM!!
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Why Hello Rayzer Royalty:
DO YOU MAKE THE BEST BAR-B-Q SAUCE? That's right we're having a 'Sauce-off' 'Best BBQ Sauce' Contest! Bring your best home-made sauce to the reunion and have it judged by the family. The winner will get a prize!
ARE YOU THE BEST BAKER IN THE FAMILY? Again this year we will have a Bake-off Contest. Bring your best desert to the reunion and have it judged by the family. The winner will get a prize!
Also family if you haven't registered to give us the size of the T-Shirt you need please do so at:
Love you
Diane
Hi Family,
On Saturday we'll have ribs, hotdogs, hamburgers, and sides available. ALL WE WANT YOU TO BRING IS:
Water Baked Sweet Potatoes
Pop Popcycles or Freezee pops
Chips & Dip Italian Ice (from resturant depot)
Fruit Watermelon
Chicken Rolls
The money is coming in!! Yay! If you haven't sent in your money please do so as soon as you can. We have food for Friday and Saturday we need to purchase.
Just $40 per adult and $15 between 6 and 17....
send fees to: Paypal: rlw2002@msn.com - It will go right into our account.
or mail a check to:
Lynette Williamson
7219 Hilliards Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
If you want to pay using the cash app text me and I'll give you my name!
I'm getting excited, are you?
Love you,
Diane
Hi Family,
On Saturday we'll have ribs, hotdogs, hamburgers, and sides available. ALL WE WANT YOU TO BRING IS:
Water Baked Sweet Potatoes
Pop Popcycles or Freezee pops
Chips & Dip Italian Ice (from resturant depot)
Fruit Watermelon
Chicken Rolls
The money is coming in!! Yay! If you haven't sent in your money please do so as soon as you can. We have food for Friday and Saturday we need to purchase.
Just $40 per adult and $15 between 6 and 17....
send fees to: Paypal: rlw2002@msn.com - It will go right into our account.
or mail a check to:
Lynette Williamson
7219 Hilliards Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
If you want to pay using the cash app text me and I'll give you my name!
I'm getting excited, are you?
Love you,
Diane
Our RAYZER FAMILY REUNION IS THIS YEAR!! July 12, -14, 2019!!!
One lucky person will get $10.00 off their fee (see below)!!
- WHITE PARTY FRIDAY Smiley Dancing, Food, Talent, T-shirts, Goodie Bag !!!!
- PICNIC SATURDAY Smiley Games, Food, Fellowship, Food, Pictures & Food !!!!!
Attending this year's reunion? Paste the link below in a new URL to get to our Forms page and fill the form out with T-shirt sizes for your family!
https://rayzer2019.wufoo.com/forms/rayzer-family-reunion-2019-registration-form/
Don't forget to pay your reunion fee?
Please mail your fee to Lynette Williamson (7219 Hilliards Street, pgh, pa 15206)
or use paypal at 'paypal.me/RayzerReunion' (no quotes) ..
Fees: Adult - $40.00 - Child Ages 6 - 17 $15.00 -
5 and under free (includes average sized t-shirt).
Guests: $10 Saturday or Sunday Does not include T-shirt
Check out our family website to see our Reunion colors this year as well as this years Slogan!
See our Slogan under 'Our Slogan'
See our T-shirt colors under 'Our T-Shirt Colors
* The first person (reunion committee persons excluded) to email and tell me what this years slogan and colors are will get $10.00 off their fee *
Love you Family! Diane
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One lucky person will get $10.00 off their fee (see below)!!
- WHITE PARTY FRIDAY Smiley Dancing, Food, Talent, T-shirts, Goodie Bag !!!!
- PICNIC SATURDAY Smiley Games, Food, Fellowship, Food, Pictures & Food !!!!!
Attending this year's reunion? Paste the link below in a new URL to get to our Forms page and fill the form out with T-shirt sizes for your family!
https://rayzer2019.wufoo.com/forms/rayzer-family-reunion-2019-registration-form/
Don't forget to pay your reunion fee?
Please mail your fee to Lynette Williamson (7219 Hilliards Street, pgh, pa 15206)
or use paypal at 'paypal.me/RayzerReunion' (no quotes) ..
Fees: Adult - $40.00 - Child Ages 6 - 17 $15.00 -
5 and under free (includes average sized t-shirt).
Guests: $10 Saturday or Sunday Does not include T-shirt
Check out our family website to see our Reunion colors this year as well as this years Slogan!
See our Slogan under 'Our Slogan'
See our T-shirt colors under 'Our T-Shirt Colors
* The first person (reunion committee persons excluded) to email and tell me what this years slogan and colors are will get $10.00 off their fee *
Love you Family! Diane
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A BIG
CONGRATULATIONS !!!
GOES TO
KIARA NESBIT
ON BECOMING A REGISTERED NURSE
YAY!! KIARA YOU GO GIRL YOU DID IT!!
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CONGRATULATIONS ROLAND & His Penn Hills Indians!!!
Yes Big Red won the Title game!
They are now the PA STATE CHAMPIONS!!
GO ROLAND !! GO ROLAND!! GO ROLAND!!
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Yes Big Red won the Title game!
They are now the PA STATE CHAMPIONS!!
GO ROLAND !! GO ROLAND!! GO ROLAND!!
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Article and picture by Andrew Boardwine of the Morning News (posted November 3, 2018
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FLORENCE, S.C. — The Square Meal Market will provide an unusual option for those looking for a healthier lifestyle in downtown Florence.
The Square Meal Market, at 163 W. Evans St., is set to open in a couple of months. The restaurant will have customizable meals, "detox water," a grab-and-go market and self-service kiosks.
Shealyn Williamson, co-owner of the Square Meal Market, said the restaurant will offer breakfast, lunch and dinner to Florence residents.
“We want to offer three squares meals a day to people working and in the downtown area,” Williamson said. “We wanted a low price point and a customizable menu. We wanted to be able to help the people working here every day with a healthy spin on it.”
The restaurant will have several customizable power bowls, artisan sandwiches, salads, burgers and many handcrafted sides. Every item will come with a “base” and then customers will be able to add vegetables, protein, garnish and sauces to their entrée.
Williamson said she is excited for the Florence community to try the “detox waters” that the restaurant will have in addition to normal drinks.
“We’re going to have a detox lemonade that has a little bit of cayenne in it to help cleanse you,” Williamson said. “We’re going to have cucumber mint water and then every month, we will rotate different detox waters.”
Williamson said the downtown location — where Boxcar Market was previously located — was the perfect place to open The Square Meal Market.
“We saw a lot of restaurants downtown, but we didn’t see anything that was quick service,” Williamson said. “We really liked its placement on West Evans. It’s easy access with a front and back entrance. Boxcar was very successful, so we wanted to keep some of the aspects from them. We’re going to have a market up front where people can grab and go and purchase things like bacon jam, cookie butter and tortilla chips.”
The restaurant will introduce self-serve kiosks where customers can place their orders and pay for their items through the new technology. Currently, the business is working on finishing up permits and renovating the building.
Williamson said being able to balance meals is an important aspect to living a healthy lifestyle.
“When I had just graduated, I was working nonstop and I wasn’t really able to balance my meals,” Williamson said. “My breakfast, lunch and dinner was really scattered. I started doing meal planning and that really helped me. So, we want people to be able to come to our restaurant and have the meals prepared for them.”
For more information, visit thesquaremealmarket.com.
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Shealyn says: "Enjoy three square meals with us! Our mission is to diversify our community's palette, one eclectic meal at a time"
Opening soon! call (843) 799-0704
Let's say CONGRATULATIONS!!! To cousin ROLAND PHILLIPS and his Big Red "Penn Hills Indians" Football team!!! They are competing on Friday to win the
"PA State Championship game"..
Cousin Roland is a starting Offensive Lineman!!! Yay Roland !!!
Go get 'um Friday Roland!!
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RAYZER ROYALTY
SAVE THE DATES!! Fri. July 12-Sun. July 14, 2019
”RAYZER FAMILY REUNION”
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Friday July 12 – Welcome “WHITE PARTY” - Meet & Greet
“Wear white” - Dancing, hors d’oeuvres, registration/bags & Tshirts
Saturday July 13 – Picnic* at Rhododendron Shelter, Highland Park
Hamburgers, hotdogs, Ribs, chips, & drinks will be provided.
*Bring a large pan of your signature side dish to share with everyone*
*Bring desserts for the Bake-off and family to share*
Sunday July 14 – Aunt Peggy’s Church – Kingdom Light Ministries International
SAVE THE DATES!! Fri. July 12-Sun. July 14, 2019
”RAYZER FAMILY REUNION”
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Friday July 12 – Welcome “WHITE PARTY” - Meet & Greet
“Wear white” - Dancing, hors d’oeuvres, registration/bags & Tshirts
Saturday July 13 – Picnic* at Rhododendron Shelter, Highland Park
Hamburgers, hotdogs, Ribs, chips, & drinks will be provided.
*Bring a large pan of your signature side dish to share with everyone*
*Bring desserts for the Bake-off and family to share*
Sunday July 14 – Aunt Peggy’s Church – Kingdom Light Ministries International
*Fees: Adults: $40.00 (18 & up) - Children: $15 (6-17) – Adult over 75 years old free – Children under 5 free
Guests: $10.00 a day or $20.00 @ both days – with paid family member
*“Family traveling from out of town? Do not need to bring a side dish! *
See more info at: http://www.rayzerfamilyreunion.com
c/o - Lynette Drawn-Williamson - 7219 Hilliards Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
**LOOK** - $5 discount on Adult fees received by December 31, 2018!!!!!
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The Square Meal Market
163 West Evans Street | Florence, SC 29501
Tel. 843-799-0704
Congratulations to Shealyn in the launching of her restaurant...
Openning: Sept 28 and Ribbon Cutting Oct 5th, 2018
Photo by Duane Rieder
"Ma Rainey's Black Bottom"
By August Wilson
Featuring Vanessa German as Ma Rainey *
Directed by Mark Clayton Southers
Part of the August Wilson Center’s Highmark Blues and Heritage Festival
Sept. 14th through Oct. 1st 2018
At Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre
Set during a single afternoon in the recording studio of the famous blues singer Ma Rainey, this classic is the first of Wilson’s ten-play American Century Cycle, now considered a staple of American theater. A collaboration between the August Wilson Center and Mark Clayton Southers of the Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company.
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Sept. 14th through Oct. 1st 2018
At Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre
Set during a single afternoon in the recording studio of the famous blues singer Ma Rainey, this classic is the first of Wilson’s ten-play American Century Cycle, now considered a staple of American theater. A collaboration between the August Wilson Center and Mark Clayton Southers of the Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company.
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CONGRATULATIONS
to
Kamiesha 'Miea' Williamson & Kevin Crosby
for
having a beautiful Baby girl..
That's right: Loyalty
was born on July 17th weighing 6 lbs and 1 oz
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CONGRATULATIONS
to
Kamiesha 'Miea' Williamson & Kevin Crosby
for
having a beautiful Baby girl..
That's right: Loyalty
was born on July 17th weighing 6 lbs and 1 oz
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CHECK OUT
RAHEEM PERRY
HE AND AUTHOR lAWERENCE WHITE
WILL BE DOING
A
BOOK SIGNING
LAWERENCE will be selling and signing his book entitled "I CAN and I WILL'
Cousin RAHEEM PERRY is the ILLUSTRATOR
CONGRATULATIONS RAHEEM!!
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CONGRATULATIONS
TO
CHARLIE CONROY
CHARLIE GRADUATED GRADE SCHOOL
AND
WILL BE ON HIS WAY TO MIDDLE SCHOOL
IN
THE FALL
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TO
CHARLIE CONROY
CHARLIE GRADUATED GRADE SCHOOL
AND
WILL BE ON HIS WAY TO MIDDLE SCHOOL
IN
THE FALL
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CONGRATULATIONS
TO
ASHLEY RAYZER
FOR
GRADUATING FROM HIGH SCHOOL JUNE 3, 2018
ASHLEY WILL BE ATTENDING
XAVIER UNIVERSITY
YAY!! ASHLEY
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TO
ASHLEY RAYZER
FOR
GRADUATING FROM HIGH SCHOOL JUNE 3, 2018
ASHLEY WILL BE ATTENDING
XAVIER UNIVERSITY
YAY!! ASHLEY
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CONGRATULATIONS
TO
Mr. & Mrs. Anthony & Alicia Bradford
married on
FEBRUARY 14, 2108
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CONGRATULATIONS
TO
MR. & MRS. CHRISTAIN & MONICA MOORE
ON THEIR
WEDDING!!!
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CONGRATULATIONS
TO
ZHANE WILLIAMSON
ON HER
GRADUATION!!!
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CONGRATULATIONS
TO
TIFFANY & JUAN
ON THEIR
ENGAGEMENT!!!
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CONGRATULATIONS
TO
TIFFANY & JUAN
ON THEIR
ENGAGEMENT!!!
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PICTURES OF THE CHILDREN IN THE SUMMER PROGRAM
AT
CHALLENGE2CHANGE
An orgranization founded by our cousin Robert (Bob) Brown, III
and his co-founder Oronde Taliafero
To donate, SEE: https://www.challenge2change.org/ or for more info!
Helping the children, " Way to go Bob & Oronde!!"
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Pictures of cousin Bob's (Aunt Ann's grandson) children. Anthony and Madison.
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Pictures of Madison last year at her soccer match!! Sorry I'm just posting these pictures... Bob sent them to me last year and I just found them today!!
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Cousin Jonathan and his wife Sarah had their first child together as a married couple, Shiloh Scotlyn Irene Berry was born on December 23, 2017 at 11:31am she weighed in at 5lbs and 8oz and 18 inches long. Congrats Sarah and Jonathan.
Cousins Deb and Robert Titus had a baby girl on December 12, 2017. That's right Arie Valerie Titus was born on December 12, 2017 she weighed 8 lbs and 5 oz... Congratulations Deb and Robert!
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Meet Arie's twin below, Arie and Kori were born on the same day!
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Meet Arie's twin below, Arie and Kori were born on the same day!
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Welcome Kori Lynnae Brannon! Cousin Kavon and his girlfriend Tori welcomed Kori on December 12, 2017. Kori weighed 6lbs & 15 oz. Congratulations Kavon, Tori and Grandma Mimi Ramona!!!
My cousin Derise became a Grandmother for the first time this past November when her son Rapheal and his girlfriend had their child Myles Charles on November 12, 2017 in Toronto, Canada. Congrats Rapheal and girlfriend!
HALLOWEEN 2017
FAMILY COSTUME PICTURES
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"EAST TEXAS HOT LINKS"
A play starting our actor in the family: Jonathan Berry!!
There is still time to see it if you haven't seen it already!
At the Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company.
September 29 - November 5, 2017
(Ask Lynette or Shelly or Rob or Emmett; they saw it!)
Yeah Jonathan; you go cuz!
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"EAST TEXAS HOT LINKS"
A play starting our actor in the family: Jonathan Berry!!
There is still time to see it if you haven't seen it already!
At the Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company.
September 29 - November 5, 2017
(Ask Lynette or Shelly or Rob or Emmett; they saw it!)
Yeah Jonathan; you go cuz!
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Zhane & Patrick
Welcomed their daughter PAYTON DIOR WILDS
On September 21, 2017
Miss adorable weighed in at 8 lbs 13 oz
Congratulations Zhane and Patrick!
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Pete & Morgan
Welcomed their daughter ATURA KATHERINE HENDERSON
On August 17, 2018
Miss beautiful weighed 7 lbs 10 ozs
Congratulations Pete and Morgan!
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RAYZER FAMILY REUNION
FRIDAY JULY 14 THRU SUNDAY 16, 201 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
WEEKEND SCHEDULE:
FRIDAY JULY 14 THRU SUNDAY 16, 201 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
WEEKEND SCHEDULE:
FRIDAY JULY 14th: FISH FRY & Welcome TIME: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Gabriella’s Restaurant 301 Carson St. Pgh, Pa
(Fish, fries, coleslaw, desert and drink). Pick up your bag and T-shirt. 7:00 pm - 10:00pm Bowling at SOPHIE's Lanes: 615 Long Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15235
First 25 reunion paid family members bowl free (includes shoes, 2 games of bowling)...
* The Casino is close to the Pete's restaurant Gabriella's, for those that rather do that ....
****Bring your money. For the 50/50 raffle.
SATURDAY JULY 15: PICNIC: - Highland Park - Lake Point Shelter TIME: 10 am - 10 pm Pool passes cost $1.00 per person.
Hamburgers, hotdogs, Ribs, chips, drinks - bring your own basket with your sides for your family and to share.
Bring deserts for our Annual Bake-off contest and for desert. We will have a program, wanting each family to do a family presentation to entertain everyone, the entire family should participate: sing a song, recite a poem, lip sync a song, do a little skit, display your talents and entertain us for no more than 5 minutes.
*** Bring lawn chairs, tents, games, valley ball, badminton, everything you want to bring for a picnic*****
***50/50 Raffle continues – winner will be announced Sunday and need not be present.****
SUNDAY JULY 16: CHURCH: St. Paul Baptist Church - 6701 Penn Ave, Pgh, PA: TIME: 10:00am - 12 noon.
TIME: 12:30 pm - After Church stop by Lynette's house (7219 Hilliards Street, 15206.. Eat some food left over then Zoo.
TIME: 2:00 PM - MEET AT THE PITTSBURGH ZOO - All attending will need to meet at Entrance # 8
**** Raffle winner picked and announced sometime today (sunday)****
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RAYZER FAMILY REUNION”
FRIDAY JULY 14 THRU SUNDAY 16, 2017
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Payments due June 15 (no Tshirts after this date) mail to: Lynette Williamson
c/o - Lynette Drawn-Williamson - 7219 Hilliards Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
*Fees - Adults: $35.00 (18 & up) - Children: $15 (6-17) – Under 5 free
*Guests - Saturday only: pay $15 dollars with paying family member
* In town folks - bring basket with your sides to eat and/or share
* Out of town family - fee is covered by committee
Friday July 14 – Fish Fry / Welcome – Gabriella’s Restaurant 301 Carson St. Pgh, Pa
Fish, fries, coleslaw, desert and drink. Pick up your bag and T-shirt. Bring your money. For the 50/50 raffle. Bowling for those who want to attend.. Casino is close for those want to do that.
Saturday July 15 – Picnic - Lake Point Shelter at Highland Park – 10am – 10pm
Hamburgers, hotdogs, Ribs, chips, drinks - bring your own basket with your sides for your family and to share. Bring deserts for our Annual Bake-off contest and for desert.
There will be pool passes for $1.00 per person. We will have a program, wanting each family to do a family presentation to entertain everyone, the entire family should participate: sing a song, recite a poem, lip sync a song, do a little skit, display your talents and entertain us for no more than 5 minutes.
50/50 Raffle continues until 9pm, winner will be picked.
FRIDAY JULY 14 THRU SUNDAY 16, 2017
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Payments due June 15 (no Tshirts after this date) mail to: Lynette Williamson
c/o - Lynette Drawn-Williamson - 7219 Hilliards Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
*Fees - Adults: $35.00 (18 & up) - Children: $15 (6-17) – Under 5 free
*Guests - Saturday only: pay $15 dollars with paying family member
* In town folks - bring basket with your sides to eat and/or share
* Out of town family - fee is covered by committee
Friday July 14 – Fish Fry / Welcome – Gabriella’s Restaurant 301 Carson St. Pgh, Pa
Fish, fries, coleslaw, desert and drink. Pick up your bag and T-shirt. Bring your money. For the 50/50 raffle. Bowling for those who want to attend.. Casino is close for those want to do that.
Saturday July 15 – Picnic - Lake Point Shelter at Highland Park – 10am – 10pm
Hamburgers, hotdogs, Ribs, chips, drinks - bring your own basket with your sides for your family and to share. Bring deserts for our Annual Bake-off contest and for desert.
There will be pool passes for $1.00 per person. We will have a program, wanting each family to do a family presentation to entertain everyone, the entire family should participate: sing a song, recite a poem, lip sync a song, do a little skit, display your talents and entertain us for no more than 5 minutes.
50/50 Raffle continues until 9pm, winner will be picked.
Sunday July 16 - St. Paul Baptist Church – 6701 Penn Ave, Pgh, PA – free Zoo passes (except new exhibit) Or Lynette’s house to chill & food if there’s some left.
http://www.rayzerfamilyreunion.com
This year's Reunion Fees are due June 15, 2017 , that's next Thursday.
You will not receive a newly designed T-shirt if you do not have your fee in by this date.
Please mail your fees to:
Lynette Williamson
7219 Hilliards Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Included with your fee: T-shirt, Friday's Fish Fry (will be held at Pete's restaurant), Saturday's picnic (includes hamburgers, hot dogs, and BBQ Ribs, drinks, paper products and condiments) - (All Pittsburgh folks will need to bring their sides for there family and to share if you want. You are welcome to bring your own picnic baskets for your family.) You can also bring other seasoned meat to put on the grill for your family.. You will also receive your welcome bag and reunion memory book. We request that you bring your favorite baked items to be judged in the bake-off.
Remember: There will be a 50/50 raffle starting Friday...
You will not receive a newly designed T-shirt if you do not have your fee in by this date.
Please mail your fees to:
Lynette Williamson
7219 Hilliards Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Included with your fee: T-shirt, Friday's Fish Fry (will be held at Pete's restaurant), Saturday's picnic (includes hamburgers, hot dogs, and BBQ Ribs, drinks, paper products and condiments) - (All Pittsburgh folks will need to bring their sides for there family and to share if you want. You are welcome to bring your own picnic baskets for your family.) You can also bring other seasoned meat to put on the grill for your family.. You will also receive your welcome bag and reunion memory book. We request that you bring your favorite baked items to be judged in the bake-off.
Remember: There will be a 50/50 raffle starting Friday...
FRIDAY: Fish Fry on Friday. Bowling (may cost extra) or Casino.
SATURDAY: Picnic at Highland Park. (Pool passes cost $1.00 per person)
SUNDAY: Lynette's Church and the Pittsburgh ZOO (We have free passes for the ZOO)
SATURDAY: Picnic at Highland Park. (Pool passes cost $1.00 per person)
SUNDAY: Lynette's Church and the Pittsburgh ZOO (We have free passes for the ZOO)
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CONGRADULATIONS ARE IN ORDER
TO
COUSIN: BARRY SMITH JR
BARRY is now a Police Officer for D. C. Metro Police
CONGRADULATIONS BARRY !!!!!!!
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CONGRADULATIONS ARE IN ORDER
TO
COUSIN: BARRY SMITH JR
BARRY is now a Police Officer for D. C. Metro Police
CONGRADULATIONS BARRY !!!!!!!
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Pictures by John Ford
Taken from an article from the Pittsburgh Courier, see article online writen by: Rob Taylor Jr. Courier Staff Writer
https://newpittsburghcourieronline.com/2017/05/29/valuable-lessons-learned-pete-hendersons-never-give-up-attitude-leads-to-gabriellas/
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The article showcases Pete's resturant, where he took over the lease and is now running it. It talks about how Pete got his start washing dishes at Eddie's resturant on the Hill District some 40 years ago. States that Pete has paid his dues to get to where he is now.. Leasing this building was planned to be used for a place to prepare the food for the Uber business where he takes them lunch 3 times a week. Pete is open to the public Monday thru Saturday from 6:00am to 4:30pm... Address of Gabriella's is: 301 East Carson Street in Pittsburgh, PA.
"Congratulations Pete and Morgan.. Way to go!!!"
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A side note: We are working it out with Pete that he will cater our Fish Fry dinner on the Friday of our family reunion Weekend...
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https://newpittsburghcourieronline.com/2017/05/29/valuable-lessons-learned-pete-hendersons-never-give-up-attitude-leads-to-gabriellas/
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The article showcases Pete's resturant, where he took over the lease and is now running it. It talks about how Pete got his start washing dishes at Eddie's resturant on the Hill District some 40 years ago. States that Pete has paid his dues to get to where he is now.. Leasing this building was planned to be used for a place to prepare the food for the Uber business where he takes them lunch 3 times a week. Pete is open to the public Monday thru Saturday from 6:00am to 4:30pm... Address of Gabriella's is: 301 East Carson Street in Pittsburgh, PA.
"Congratulations Pete and Morgan.. Way to go!!!"
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A side note: We are working it out with Pete that he will cater our Fish Fry dinner on the Friday of our family reunion Weekend...
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Our Family Reunion (1 month and 21 days) is happening this year with or without you!!
However we'd love to see you! LET'S STAY TOGETHER!!
The fee DEADLINE IS: JUNE 15, 2017
* Your fee needs to be received in order for your T-shirt to be ordered. You will not receive a T-shirt if we do not have your money by this date.
Remember:
The reunion committee is working for you. We need time to purchase the Fridays meal, the meat for Saturday, paper products, drinks, tables cloths, and snacks. We are also making sure you have welcome bags with small promotional items, a family reunion booklet, award plaques and nice giveaways..
But we can't do it without the money!!!
REUNION DATES ARE: July 14, 15, & 16th in Pittsburgh, PA
Send your money today to:
Lynette Williamson
7219 Hilliards Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
$35.00 for adults, 18+,
$15.00 children between 6 -17
Ages 5 and under free...
Guests Saturday $15 with paid family member
Saturday - bring sides for you and to share.
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Family, here's a picture of our family member Pete Henderson's new resturant.
It is called
GABRIELLA'S
Near Station Square
301 Carson Street (Carson & 3rd Street)
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
The food is getting great reviews. Patronize our family member
Go check it out and say hi to Pete. Tell him who you are.
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It is called
GABRIELLA'S
Near Station Square
301 Carson Street (Carson & 3rd Street)
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
The food is getting great reviews. Patronize our family member
Go check it out and say hi to Pete. Tell him who you are.
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FAMILY REUNION FEES
ARE COMING IN
SEND YOURS IN TODAY!!!!!!
THANKS TO COUSINS SHARON AND JEROME
WE RECEIVED THEIR FEES FIRST
YAY!!!!
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Let's congratulate our family member Jonathan Berry... Jonathan has been doing so well acting. Jonathan just read Dr. Marin Luther King Jr.'s famous speech at someone's memorial as a request. Jonathan just appeared as the famous 'Josh Gibson' in "Josh: The Black Babe Ruth" theatrical piece.
CONGRATULATIONS JONATHAN!!
Can you say New York or Hollywood!!
If you're in Pittsburgh try to catch one of his appearances!
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"OUR FAMILY MEMBER IS FAMOUS"
The picture attached is of our family member Shealyn Williamson. She was pictured on the website for the National Society for Black Engineers.
Congratulation Shealyn!!
I was late getting this here on the message board, you can't hit the link to see it but we do have the picture, I'm sorry Shealyn.
"Mommy look I’m on the national NSBE website J lol http://convention.nsbe.org/" Was Shealyn's caption when she notified her Mom.
We have more Engineers in the family, are you a member of the NSBE? If not sign up, that's the link above...
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CONGRADUATIONS
TO
CHRISTIAN & MONICA
ON
THEIR ENGAGEMENT!!
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TO
CHRISTIAN & MONICA
ON
THEIR ENGAGEMENT!!
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"RAYZER FAMILY REUNION"
- Get a jump on paying your fee - Send payment in today!-
SAVE THE DATES!!
“RAYZER FAMILY REUNION”
FRIDAY JULY 14 THRU SUNDAY 16, 2017
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Friday July 14 – Fish Fry – Our Welcome & Meet -n- Greet at Shelly’s house
Saturday July 15 – Picnic - Lake Point Shelter at Highland Park
- Get a jump on paying your fee - Send payment in today!-
SAVE THE DATES!!
“RAYZER FAMILY REUNION”
FRIDAY JULY 14 THRU SUNDAY 16, 2017
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Friday July 14 – Fish Fry – Our Welcome & Meet -n- Greet at Shelly’s house
Saturday July 15 – Picnic - Lake Point Shelter at Highland Park
Sunday July 16 – Church - Next Reunion planning meeting at Lynette’s house
*Fees: Adults: $35.00 (18 & up) - Children: $15 (6-17) – Under 5 free
Friday: Fish, fries, coleslaw and drinks. Pick up your bag and T-shirt
Saturday: Hamburgers, hotdogs, Ribs, chips, drinks and - bring your own basket with
your sides for your family and/or to share.
-Bring deserts for our Annual Bake-off contest and for desert-
Family? Traveling from out of town? NO PROBLEM – We’ve got you covered!!
*Saturday guests only $15.00 with paid family member*
Send Payments - payable to: Lynette Williamson
c/o - Lynette Drawn-Williamson - 7219 Hilliards Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
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CONGRATULATIONS TO JONATHAN AND SARAH BERRY
MARRIED
OCTOBER 2, 2016
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LET US ALL CONGRATULATE AMY AND BENIAH
ON THE BIRTH OF THEIR
BEAUTIFUL BOUNCING BABY GIRL
Vanessa joined us on
September 11, 2016
She weighed in at 7 lbs 1 ounce
CONGRATULATIONS AMY & BENIAH!!
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Family, Lets CONGRATULATE our cousin;
JONATHAN BERRY
For his successful run in the Live Theatrical
Production of the famous August Wilsons play
"SEVEN GUITARS"
"ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS JONATHAN"
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JONATHAN BERRY
For his successful run in the Live Theatrical
Production of the famous August Wilsons play
"SEVEN GUITARS"
"ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS JONATHAN"
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March 11, 2016
"My Condolences to Melvin's family and friends. Melvin always had a positive outlook to life and his smile brought happiness to everyone."
- Nathan Arthur
March 11, 2016
My condolences. Melvin will be greatly missed by many. I will miss his humor and kindness to others.
~
Becky LaBovick,
Pittsburgh
March 09, 2016
The man never had a bad word to say about anyone. We had some nice talks out at the benches of CHS. I'll always remember your laugh. Melvin, you will be sorely missed. God bless you, Tom
Our beloved family member:
Melvin Rayzer
Born July 5, 1947 passed on March 4, 2016
RIP RWG Uncle Melvin
We love you!
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Melvin Rayzer
Born July 5, 1947 passed on March 4, 2016
RIP RWG Uncle Melvin
We love you!
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Please welcome our newest member to our family: Zoe Felicity Jackson, she was born on February 18, 2016.. Her parents are: cousins, Avanalist and Mia Jackson. Zoe's brother Lil Jackson is also beeming that he has a lil sister.
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Nathaniel James Conroy
Please welcome "Nathaniel James Conroy"... bouncing baby boy of William and Alissa Conroy. Nathaniel joined us on this earth on September 18, 2015 at 2:30pm. He weighed 8lbs and 1 ounce and 20.5 inches long.
Alissa and baby are doing just fine... William, Olivia and Charlie are all smiles and beeming with Joy with their new addition to the family!!!
Congratulations!! We love you family!!
If you're on facebook say hi and wish them well and congratulate them...
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Mr & Mrs Thedrus Rayzer
Hi All:
Cousing Teddy Jr. texted me yesterday with Wonderful news .. he and the love of his life Rosita got married on September 19, 2015. Both are enjoying their honeymoon. And in Teddy's words:
"Love you cuz, just go married yesterday and I am having a wonderful Birthday. Welcome the newest Rayzer "Rosita Rayzer"
Teddy's birthday was Sept. 20th..
Welcome Rosita Rayzer to our family... We love both of you.
Family - Teddy is on facebook... send him congratulations if you can!!
Cousing Teddy Jr. texted me yesterday with Wonderful news .. he and the love of his life Rosita got married on September 19, 2015. Both are enjoying their honeymoon. And in Teddy's words:
"Love you cuz, just go married yesterday and I am having a wonderful Birthday. Welcome the newest Rayzer "Rosita Rayzer"
Teddy's birthday was Sept. 20th..
Welcome Rosita Rayzer to our family... We love both of you.
Family - Teddy is on facebook... send him congratulations if you can!!
'click picture to enlarge'
AWWWHHHH!!!! THE RAYZER FAMILY REUNION FOR THIS YEAR OF 2015 IS OVER!
I MUST STAY WE HAD A GREAT TIME!!!! ... Even though there were some family that didn't make it. We had different members of the family pop in at different times during the weekend. Linda, Alicia, Tylon, Shamara, Candace, James, Pete, Morgan, and David. We absolutely loved seeing you. Cousin Bobby the III made it and had a great time.
Check out this picture of the family... Some members had to leave before we took the picture... we were supposed to take two pictures but I think everyone was having so much fun we forgot...
I'll try to get a copy of the pictures we took during the reunion out on our website (HERE).. BY THIS WEEKEND!!!
I MUST STAY WE HAD A GREAT TIME!!!! ... Even though there were some family that didn't make it. We had different members of the family pop in at different times during the weekend. Linda, Alicia, Tylon, Shamara, Candace, James, Pete, Morgan, and David. We absolutely loved seeing you. Cousin Bobby the III made it and had a great time.
Check out this picture of the family... Some members had to leave before we took the picture... we were supposed to take two pictures but I think everyone was having so much fun we forgot...
I'll try to get a copy of the pictures we took during the reunion out on our website (HERE).. BY THIS WEEKEND!!!
MODERN FAMILY by Brandi Gongaware July 19, 2015
Family dinner and togetherness fall by the wayside
Making room for glued faces to screens instead of glued faces to other faces Communication is brief And lacks emotion
Visits turn to calls Calls turn to texts Texts turn to silence
Silence leads to regret
Missed chances at laughter Missed chances at new memories
We connect on a weaker level of likes and hearts
Instead of hugs and handshakes
One week Two weeks Three months of pseudo correspondence
All we know is what we see on our devices
Babies are born Earlier generations are dying
And all we can afford is a smile or a frown in the form of an icon
Families are not static
They are moving, living, growing, and changing
Every day Every minute Every second
Technology is growing
Every day Every minute Every second
A blessing and a curse
A like is not a hug
A tag is not a conversation
Let yourself get lost in memories of your grandparents
My grandmother told me a woman should have a ring on every finger
Absurd
How would I type How would I fit my hands in my pocket
I laughed at the notion
and I still do whenever my husband askes me what I want for Christmas
Well, Nookie said I need a ring on every finger, So make that happen
You won't
remember a post from ten years ago
But I remember that story from almost twenty years ago
Our memories sometimes are all we have
My mother Your mother Your father
Your brother Your uncle Your family will be gone one day
but they don't have to be forgotten
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Family dinner and togetherness fall by the wayside
Making room for glued faces to screens instead of glued faces to other faces Communication is brief And lacks emotion
Visits turn to calls Calls turn to texts Texts turn to silence
Silence leads to regret
Missed chances at laughter Missed chances at new memories
We connect on a weaker level of likes and hearts
Instead of hugs and handshakes
One week Two weeks Three months of pseudo correspondence
All we know is what we see on our devices
Babies are born Earlier generations are dying
And all we can afford is a smile or a frown in the form of an icon
Families are not static
They are moving, living, growing, and changing
Every day Every minute Every second
Technology is growing
Every day Every minute Every second
A blessing and a curse
A like is not a hug
A tag is not a conversation
Let yourself get lost in memories of your grandparents
My grandmother told me a woman should have a ring on every finger
Absurd
How would I type How would I fit my hands in my pocket
I laughed at the notion
and I still do whenever my husband askes me what I want for Christmas
Well, Nookie said I need a ring on every finger, So make that happen
You won't
remember a post from ten years ago
But I remember that story from almost twenty years ago
Our memories sometimes are all we have
My mother Your mother Your father
Your brother Your uncle Your family will be gone one day
but they don't have to be forgotten
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Hi Family:
What do you know good! We're almost a month away from the big day!!! "OUR REUNION".. ready to line dance, scavenger hunt, baseball, eat, competition, gifts, for fun, fun, fun!!
- Have you paid your fee yet? We need to pay for the dinner at Golden Corral, buy food and finish paying for the Venue... ** SEND YOUR MONEY PRONTO - AS soon as you can **
- Any items to donate for the Auction - bring them with you! - Don't forget to bring you're baked item for the Bake-off, can you bake? Let us be the judge!
- We've got TALENT!!! - let Diane, Lynette or Shelly know what talent you want to display during the program on Saturday... this includes, artist (show us your artwork), poems - recite your poem, are you a dancer - do a dance routine, Myme - do a myme routine for us..
- Get some pictures to me by the end of this week I'll use them in the reunion book.
*** CONTACT LYNETTE, SHELLY OR DIANE to tell them your T-shirt size - you can reply to this email with it if you'd like...
Reply to say hi to me, I would love to hear from you!
Love you, The Committee!
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What do you know good! We're almost a month away from the big day!!! "OUR REUNION".. ready to line dance, scavenger hunt, baseball, eat, competition, gifts, for fun, fun, fun!!
- Have you paid your fee yet? We need to pay for the dinner at Golden Corral, buy food and finish paying for the Venue... ** SEND YOUR MONEY PRONTO - AS soon as you can **
- Any items to donate for the Auction - bring them with you! - Don't forget to bring you're baked item for the Bake-off, can you bake? Let us be the judge!
- We've got TALENT!!! - let Diane, Lynette or Shelly know what talent you want to display during the program on Saturday... this includes, artist (show us your artwork), poems - recite your poem, are you a dancer - do a dance routine, Myme - do a myme routine for us..
- Get some pictures to me by the end of this week I'll use them in the reunion book.
*** CONTACT LYNETTE, SHELLY OR DIANE to tell them your T-shirt size - you can reply to this email with it if you'd like...
Reply to say hi to me, I would love to hear from you!
Love you, The Committee!
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CHECK-OUT COUSIN TORIAN... HERE'S HIS SCHEDULE FOR FOOT THIS FALL AT HAMPTON..
GO TORIAN.. WE LOVE YOU!!!!!!
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GO TORIAN.. WE LOVE YOU!!!!!!
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From Cousin Alissa. "My daughter, Olivia did a great at her dance recital last night. So proud of her!!"
You Go Girl.. We're all proud of Olivia... Yay!
CONGRATULATIONS!!
PRIVATE KASHAWN DAVIS
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R A Y Z E R F A M I L Y R E U N I O N
J U L Y 17 - 19, 2015
P I T T S B U R G H, P A
THE FIRST $25.00 PAYMENT is DUE FEBRUARY 1, 2015 (non-refundable)
Make check out to: “Lynette Williamson”
In memo section add: “RAYZER REUNION”
Lynette Williamson
7219 Hilliards Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
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* LOOK: I WON A TRIP TO NEW YORK TO THE GLOBAL FAMILY REUNION *
"AJ Jacobs of Global Family Reunion & Homeaway"
Global Family Reunion founder A.J. Jacobs recently interviewed his cousin Ludacris for People magazine. (A.J. had the honor of telling Ludacris that the rapper?s great great grandfather was Jewish. So he?s mishpucha!). The GFR was also the subject of a wonderful article in New York Family magazine. Lots more local and national press coming up!
Congratulations to Diane, winner of our HomeAway "I Am A Cousin" Twitter Contest! Her winning photo is shown below. (well here it's above - it's my entry in the contest).....
see: http://globalfamilyreunion.com for more info and tickets
see: www.homeaway.com for rentals
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Hi Family, continue visiting the site: Thank you: http://rayzerfamilyreunion.com -
(T-shirt design & our slogan will be displayed there and on facebook group)
1. Bring a friend or other family member to Saturday's events. They can enjoy the good food and all the fun (games, program, etc) ** see the invite poster below, I will also attach so you can forward to your friends you want to invite.
2. Share your talented gift with us, bring your talent to our family talent showcase on Saturday and display it during the program: be it singing, dancing, artist, visual arts, jewelry making, playing an instrument, or different crafts..
3. If you want you're families pictures in the Reunion family book please send me your pictures.
4. Please give us items you want to donate for the auction (last time I donated a Coach purse) and also items we can use as prizes to give away... *** Thanks for those who have sent in their Reunion payments: money is being used pay for food, venue, and everything to make your event as enjoyable as possible. ****
--------------------------- Here's what the invitation says ---------------------------
Rayzer Family Reunion
Your’e invited
When: July 18, 2015
Where: Penn Hills Community Center
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Time: Noon – 10:00pm
Cost: $15.00 with at least one paid family
Member (pay with family member or call Lynette at (412) 247-9554) to make arrangements.
** Enjoy fun, food, games & giveaways **
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Rayzer Family Reunion
Your’e invited
When: July 18, 2015
Where: Penn Hills Community Center
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Time: Noon – 10:00pm
Cost: $15.00 with at least one paid family
Member (pay with family member or call Lynette at (412) 247-9554) to make arrangements.
** Enjoy fun, food, games & giveaways **
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Hi..Just a note to tell you all of the Exciting things to come regarding Our 'RAYZER FAMILY REUNION' this July:
- Have FUN, FUN, FUN.... Smiley
- new information about ancestors, see old family records.
- MEET NEW FAMILY MEMBERS....
- talk to our senior UncleS and Aunts
- Listen to their stories.
- GIVEAWAYS....
- see your talented members of the family.
- BAKE-OFF CONTEST....
- eat good food.
- PRIZES....
- enjoy playing games and socializing!
- Have FUN, FUN, FUN.... Smiley
- new information about ancestors, see old family records.
- MEET NEW FAMILY MEMBERS....
- talk to our senior UncleS and Aunts
- Listen to their stories.
- GIVEAWAYS....
- see your talented members of the family.
- BAKE-OFF CONTEST....
- eat good food.
- PRIZES....
- enjoy playing games and socializing!
Thanks to those who have sent in their payments: Yah - They're coming in!!
- everyone else start sending in your payments so we can start paying out obligations..
Also we received a couple slogans: do you have a slogan we should use?
We'll pick the slogan in April **
==>> In the meantime take a look at the videos from the last reunion.. see them, pictures and other family reunion news here on this site...
Have a wonderfully blessed day! Love yah! Diane
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- everyone else start sending in your payments so we can start paying out obligations..
Also we received a couple slogans: do you have a slogan we should use?
We'll pick the slogan in April **
==>> In the meantime take a look at the videos from the last reunion.. see them, pictures and other family reunion news here on this site...
Have a wonderfully blessed day! Love yah! Diane
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RAYZER FAMILY REUNION PAYMENT REMINDER
JULY 17 THRU 19, 2015 – Pittsburgh, PA
Price includes: Friday July 17 – Welcome Family Meet & Greet
Saturday July 18 – Picnic w/ Program, Lunch & Dinner
JULY 17 THRU 19, 2015 – Pittsburgh, PA
Price includes: Friday July 17 – Welcome Family Meet & Greet
Saturday July 18 – Picnic w/ Program, Lunch & Dinner
Sunday July 19 – Church (optional) & Left overs lunch
Fee: ADULTS - $75 (AGES 18 & UP) CHILDREN - $25.00 (ages 6 -17, under 5 free
(Price includes: events, gift-pack, T-shirt & Family photo)
** This is a REMINDER: 2nd $25.00 - payment due April 15, 2015 **
Send payments payable to: Lynette Drawn-Williamson
7219 Hilliards St
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(In subject line: Rayzer family Reunion)
** Want more information see website: http://rayzerfamilyreunion.com or email Diane at dmrayzer@usa.net **
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Cousin Justin - Talking about his calling and his passion... March 2015 - He is a certified Respiratory Therapist.
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Our family member KaShawn Williamson is now serving in the United States Army. Section of the National Guard.
In the "3rd Battalion 13th Infantry Regiment BCT"
Here's a little bit of what KaShawn did this past week.
Family and friends, it's been another great week of training! Last week your Soldier In Training (SIT) went through the Confidence Gas Mask Exercise, otherwise known as the "gas chamber." The purpose of going through this exercise is to teach your SIT to trust his/her equipment. They can move their head in all directions and even run in place while the protective mask continues to be sealed from outside contaminants. Of course at the end, they get to actually feel the physical effects of tear gas (CS gas, which stands for 0-chlorobenzalmalononitrile).
To read more visit..
https://www.facebook.com/pages/3rd-Battalion-13th-Infantry-Regiment-BCT/144308782299868?pnref=story
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In the "3rd Battalion 13th Infantry Regiment BCT"
Here's a little bit of what KaShawn did this past week.
Family and friends, it's been another great week of training! Last week your Soldier In Training (SIT) went through the Confidence Gas Mask Exercise, otherwise known as the "gas chamber." The purpose of going through this exercise is to teach your SIT to trust his/her equipment. They can move their head in all directions and even run in place while the protective mask continues to be sealed from outside contaminants. Of course at the end, they get to actually feel the physical effects of tear gas (CS gas, which stands for 0-chlorobenzalmalononitrile).
To read more visit..
https://www.facebook.com/pages/3rd-Battalion-13th-Infantry-Regiment-BCT/144308782299868?pnref=story
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Our family member Shealyn Williamson, a junior studing Energy Business and Finance and Energy Land Management at the Pennsylvania State University.
This spring for her Spring Break Shealyn traveled to Panama on a global brigade to teach the Panamanian locals about financial literacy. While other young adults are living it up in Florida partying Shealyn is giving back, helping others and seeing how others live and learning about land, energy and finance in other countries.
Way to go Shealyn!
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This spring for her Spring Break Shealyn traveled to Panama on a global brigade to teach the Panamanian locals about financial literacy. While other young adults are living it up in Florida partying Shealyn is giving back, helping others and seeing how others live and learning about land, energy and finance in other countries.
Way to go Shealyn!
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Barry Smith Jr by Chris Squier 2015
Basketball has taken Barry Smith Jr. to many different places. Now, it has finally brought him back home. Smith, a 2009 Penn Hills graduate, is using his final season of eligibility at Point Park University, where he has excelled in the short amount of time he has been there. With averages of 12 points and 9.2 rebounds per game, the 6-foot-7, 180-pound forward is the fourth-leading scorer and best rebounder for the Pioneers, who were 14-11 overall and 6-6 in the Kentucky Intercollegiate Athletic Conference of the NAIA, through their first 25 games. It wasn't that long ago that Smith never would have imagined his hoops career coming full circle. ?It's been a roller coaster,? Smith said. ?The biggest thing is there's no place like home.? After graduating from Penn Hills in 2009 with career averages of 15 points and seven rebounds per game, the three-year starter's ACT score was not high enough to pass the NCAA Clearinghouse standards, so he enrolled at The Kiski School in Saltsburg for the next season and averaged 21 points and 12 rebounds per game. That got the attention of The Citadel military college located in Charleston, S.C. The strict regimen, including early wake-ups, marches and uniforms, weren't exactly ?my cup of tea,? said Smith, who averaged 6.3 points and 2.4 rebounds per game. So off he went to Bethune-Cookman in Daytona Beach, Fla. Smith soon realized the Wildcats were not the right fit for him either, even though he averaged 5.4 points and 4.1 rebounds per game for the Division-I school. He also was beginning to miss his family and hometown. Smith said his journey made him older, wiser and more mature, and led him to make the decision to return to the area to provide a home for his 1-year-old son, Bryce. Along with being a father, playing basketball and working toward a degree in criminal justice, Smith also works part-time at Office Max. It's quite the workload, especially with a young child at home. ?For the first six months, (Bryce) didn't sleep too much,? said Smith, who resides in an apartment in Monroeville. ?It's much better now.? Another bonus of being back home is his parents, Barry Smith Sr. and Camille Smith can attend their son's games. They only saw him a handful of times while he was playing out of state. Smith Jr.'s younger brother, Derrick, who also played at Penn Hills, competes for CCAC-Boyce, and the brothers go to each other's games whenever they can. It wasn't that long ago when basketball began to feel like the grind of a job to Smith. Now, stepping on the court is like playtime. ?I'm just having fun again,? he said. ?Before, basketball was getting to be frustrating. This year, the fun came back for me.? Pioneers coach Bob Rager said that Smith is a perfect fit for Point Park's up-tempo game. ?We're kind of a run-and-gun team, and we try to score a lot of points,? Rager said. ?(Smith is) real long and athletic. We can do a whole lot of things with athletes.? Rager added that Smith has the potential to play overseas and make a career out of basketball. ?I wish I had him another year or two,? Rager said. ?His best years are ahead of him.? Ed Phillipps is a contributing writer for Trib Total Media
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We have a baby girl bundle of JOY addition to the family born on the first day of the year. That's right - Symone was born on January 1, 2015 to Dajah and Simon..
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
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CONGRATULATIONS!!!
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This hansome baby is one of the newest additions to our family. Caymus William Rayzer was born on December 31, 2014 to Ashley King and John Rayzer III...
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
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CONGRATULATIONS!!!
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The Train of Life
At birth we board a train and meet our parents. We believe they will always
travel by our side.
However, at some station, our parents will step down
from the train, leaving us on this journey alone.
As time goes by, other people will board the train, and they will be
significant - siblings, friends, the love of your life, children, and many
others. Some will step down and leave a permanent vacuum. Others will go so
unnoticed that we won't realize they vacated their seats.
The train ride will be full of joy, sorrow, fantasy, expectations, hellos,
good-byes, and farewells.
A successful ride requires having a good relationship with all passengers. We must give the best of ourselves.
The mystery to everyone is, we do not know at which station we ourselves will step down. So, we must live in the best way, love, forgive, and offer the
best of who we are.
It is important to do this because when the time comes for us to step down and leave our seat empty we should leave behind
beautiful memories for those who will continue to travel on the train of
life.
I wish you a joyful journey on the train of life. Recap success and give lots
of love. More importantly, thank God for the journey.
Lastly, I thank you for being one of the passengers on my train.
At birth we board a train and meet our parents. We believe they will always
travel by our side.
However, at some station, our parents will step down
from the train, leaving us on this journey alone.
As time goes by, other people will board the train, and they will be
significant - siblings, friends, the love of your life, children, and many
others. Some will step down and leave a permanent vacuum. Others will go so
unnoticed that we won't realize they vacated their seats.
The train ride will be full of joy, sorrow, fantasy, expectations, hellos,
good-byes, and farewells.
A successful ride requires having a good relationship with all passengers. We must give the best of ourselves.
The mystery to everyone is, we do not know at which station we ourselves will step down. So, we must live in the best way, love, forgive, and offer the
best of who we are.
It is important to do this because when the time comes for us to step down and leave our seat empty we should leave behind
beautiful memories for those who will continue to travel on the train of
life.
I wish you a joyful journey on the train of life. Recap success and give lots
of love. More importantly, thank God for the journey.
Lastly, I thank you for being one of the passengers on my train.
THE RAYZER S' EDGE
(Submitted by Oliver "Boom" Rayzer, Jr.)
(Submitted by Oliver "Boom" Rayzer, Jr.)
GET READY FAMILY
OUR 2023 FAMILY REUNION IS
JUST 58 DAYS
AWAY!
ARE YOU READY?
OUR 2023 FAMILY REUNION IS
JUST 58 DAYS
AWAY!
ARE YOU READY?
Family,
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Here's some REUNION reminders for you.....
1. Friday July 14, 2023 - Welcome Meet & Greet. At Roland's in the strip district, 1904 Penn Ave. 6-10pm. Wear 70's outfit! Pick up your bag and T-shirt. Bring pictures you want to share.
2. 50/50 Raffle starts Friday, see a committee member for raffle tickets.
3. BBQ Sauce Contest - pickup bottle for your sauce from Shelly on Friday.
4. Picnic - Universal Park, 1 Memorial Drive, Penn Hills 15235, Schrott Pavilion. Noon to dusk.
5. Bring your Bake-off desert on Saturday, at the picnic.
6. Sunday Church, Aunt Peggy's Church. Kingdom Light Ministries International 6378 Centre Ave, 15206; Service starts at 11:30am
7. After Church, Shelly house, 133 Deerfield Dr, Pgh, PA 15235.
Can't wait to see you! This Friday, be in the place..
Diane
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