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Women’s History Month Spotlight: Katherine Collette Johnson Glenn

Katherine Collette Johnson Glenn was born on March 18, 1961, in Courtland, Southampton County, Virginia. She began her education at Hayden Elementary School and later attended Courtland Elementary School following integration. She graduated from Southampton High School in 1980, demonstrating early determination and discipline. After high school, Katherine attended North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State

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Women’s History Month Spotlight: Shernae Earls

Shernae Earls, born in Norfolk, Virginia, is the daughter of Cassini Jordan and Stanley Earls. From their union, Shernae and her older brother, Deonte, were born. She is also the proud granddaughter of Lillie Barnes and Bruce “Fats” Barnes, and the great-granddaughter of Lee Harvey Barnes and Ella Barrow Barnes. Raised in a family rich

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Women’s History Month Spotlight: Edna “Peaches” Lamison Goodman

Edna “Peaches” Lamison Goodman, alongside her husband Carey Goodman, holds a special and lasting place in the history of the Barnes–Blow Family. Together, they were responsible for organizing the first Barnes–Blow family gathering, which would grow into what we now know as the Barnes–Blow Family Reunion. At a time when bringing extended family together required

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Women’s History Month Spotlight: Vera Douglas

Vera Douglas is a remarkable daughter of the Barnes Blow Family whose life reflects strength, faith, courage, and commitment to family and community. Vera is the daughter of Rassie “Bear” Williams and the beloved wife and lifelong best friend of Lawrence Douglas. She is the proud granddaughter of Willie Mae Blow, continuing the legacy of

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Women’s History Month Spotlight: Rose Barnes Askew

Rose Barnes Askew, born on May 13, 1935, on Barrow Road in Capron, Virginia, is a living testament to resilience, faith, and service. The daughter of Lee Barnes and Ella Florence Barrow Barnes, Rose was raised in a hardworking family of nine children in Southampton County, where life was shaped by the rhythms of farming,

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Women’s History Month Spotlight: Sandy A. Perry-Bey

During Women’s History Month, we proudly celebrate Sandy A. Perry-Bey, a woman whose life reflects legacy, service, creativity, and purpose.  Sandy A. Perry-Bey is the daughter of Mary E. (Story) Carter and the granddaughter of Addie  (Barnes) Story, carrying forward generations of strength, wisdom, and perseverance. Born in Norfolk, Virginia, and now residing in Virginia

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Women’s History Month Spotlight: Annette  M. McCloud

During Women’s History Month, we proudly celebrate Annette M. McCloud, a woman whose life reflects devotion to family, faith, service, and enduring strength. Her story is one of resilience, quiet leadership, and generational legacy rooted deeply in love and perseverance.  Rooted in Family and Heritage  Annette is the beloved daughter of Mary (Story) Carter and Oliver L.

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Women’s History Month Family Spotlight: Eva Margaret Rice

We are so pleased to highlight Eva Margaret Rice, a young woman whose determination, creativity, and commitment to personal growth reflect the strength and resilience that continue to shape the next generation of our family. Eva was born in Silver Spring, Maryland. She is the daughter of Becky Anne Rice and Marvin Jerome Rice. Eva

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Women’s History Month Family Spotlight: Valerie Faulcon

Valerie Faulcon is a proud daughter of Courtland, Virginia, and a graduate of SouthamptonHigh School. Her life reflects a deep commitment to faith, family, and public service, valuesthat have guided her journey across the United States and around the world. A woman offaith, Valerie expresses her spiritual beliefs through the way she treats others; withkindness,

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Women’s History Month Spotlight: Ann Paulette Harris Gramby

Ann Paulette Harris Gramby, affectionately known as Paulette, is honored by the Barnes Blow Family for Women’s History Month. A woman of faith, family, and service, Paulette has lived a life marked by compassion, dedication, and quiet strength.Paulette is married to her beloved husband, Michael Gramby, and together they have shared forty-two wonderful years of

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