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,
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
The Barnes–Blow Family proudly celebrates Lillian Lamison Lemelle, a remarkable woman whose life reflects strength, perseverance, faith, and dedication to family and community. A Life of Faith, Perseverance, and ServiceLillian is the daughter of Beatrice Barnes Lamison and Winget Lamison. She is thegranddaughter of Langston Barnes and Rhea Mae “Mama Rhea” Blow Barnes and thegreat‑granddaughter
The Barnes–Blow Family Women’s History Month Spotlight Series continues with Becky Anne Rice, a woman whose life reflects dedication, perseverance, and a deep commitment to family, faith, and professional excellence. Becky Anne Rice, whose maiden name is Becky Anne Reese, was born in Norfolk, Virginia, and currently resides in Chesapeake, Virginia. She is the daughter
During Women’s History Month, the Barnes Blow Family proudly celebrates Shaunte Barnes Chappell, an exceptional educator whose dedication to teaching, leadership, faith, and family reflects the values of service, compassion, and excellence that define our family heritage. Shaunte Barnes ChappellFor more than twenty‑five years, Shaunte has been nurturing young minds and inspiring students to believe
We are proud to recognize Delores Aldailer Barham-Owes-Richter-Smith, a woman whose determination, courage, and entrepreneurial spirit helped break barriers in Norfolk, Virginia. Daughter of George Bingham Barham and Christine Barnes Barham.Granddaughter of Bingham Barham—George Preston Brett and Mary Eliza Barham; Christine Barnes—Lewis D. Barnes and Elizabeth J. Cotton.Great-grandparents were Bingham Barham—Andew Barham and Ann Kindred;
Preview in new tab We are proud to celebrate Dr. Joy Barnes Phelps, a dedicated pediatric dentist, business owner, and healthcare professional whose work focuses on helping children grow up healthy and confident. Dr. Joy Barnes PhelpsOwner – Commonwealth Pediatric Dental SpecialistsSandston, Virginiawww.commonwealthkidsdentist.com Dr. Joy Barnes Phelps is a dedicated pediatric dentist, business owner, and
Today, we are proud to highlight Aurelia (Dillard) Smith, whose life journey spans military service, counseling, faith-based leadership, and now the pursuit of medicine. Her story reflects a deep dedication to service and a lifelong commitment to supporting individuals and communities. Aurelia’s path has taken her across the country and around the world through military
We try not to flood everyone’s inbox too often. Most of the time, we like to send updates when there is something meaningful to share and give everyone a little breathing room in between. However, this month you may hear from us a bit more than usual. Why? Because we are excited to celebrate Women’s
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