Tanya Elder, formerly from Birmingham and now working as a Family Services lawyer here in Huntsville, wants to say a special hello to her sweet grandmother Velma Stern , who lives in Pensacola, Fl.
Happy Birthday to Sam Zehman . We're not saying exactly how old Sam will be in February, but let's just say it ends in 0 and is between 70 and 90.
Lisa Rossetti of Madison was so happy this past Christmas, as she was able to spend it with her handsome son Josh Rossetti , who is in the Navy. It was the first time he was able to come home for Christmas in 4 years.
Dr. Ralph De Jarnatte, Jr. and his wife Lisa told us that their daughter Michelle Leigh De Jarnatte will be getting married in March. The lucky groom-to-be is Timothy Harris . Congratulations to the family.
We spoke with Margaret Duffey recently and found that she had broken her arm in 3 places. She was looking great as always and her cast was color-coordinated.
Emmett Boylan, Jr . lived most recently at Redstone Village and was 87 years old when he died in his sleep. Emmett had a smile and a hug for everyone and was one of the nicest men we've ever met. We send our deepest condolences to the family and many friends of Emmett, and especially to his dear friend, Phyllis Hardenburgh .
While dropping off some dry cleaning at Sanders Cleaners recently, I met the nicest guy. His name was Wayne McElya , and he just loves the history of North Alabama.
Congratulations to D. W. (Dub) Williams on his retirement from Wes Barber shop in 5 Points, where he begin working in 1994. He's had recent surgery and we're all sending him best wishes for a good recovery. One of his good friends is Betty Williams Gordon , and she thinks the world of him.
David Chu works at the Membership Desk at Costco, and recently when I had some business to transact he was very professional & helpful. His dear wife Carla is sure proud of him.
Cindy Heironymi is owner of "No Place Like Home," and we enjoyed catching up with her a while ago. That woman never ages. Her husband Ken works at Huntsville Hospital in the Bio Med department.
Chuck McCubbins , with Landmark Realty, stopped by the other day to say hello. His wife Diane really misses living in Old Town, but we think they'll be back one day soon.
We were so sorry to hear of the death of Rosalind Switzer at 89, who lived in Ithaca, NY. Her son Glenn Switzer lives here in Huntsville, and told us that his mom had the best sense of humor. She was a beautiful lady who will be missed by all who remember her.
Kinley Eittreim's sweet wife Ann has been under the weather lately, and we want to send our best wishes to her.
Mark and Cordy Fortson were thrilled recently when their oldest daughter Danielle had her second child. The baby boy's name isEzra Walker , parents are Aubrey and Danielle Walker of Woodville. Congratulations to you all.
Chuck Owens turned 91 in January, and didn't want to let the day go by without a party. He celebrated with sweet wife Annelie , friends and family with a Champagne dinner celebration at the Redstone Village dining room, with champagne for the whole room. Happy Birthday, Dad.
Steve & Michelle Trentham are expecting their first baby in June - Steve is the son of Ed and Ann Trentham of southeast Huntsville, and his sister Susan who lives in Tucson. Michelle's sweet mom Ann Smith works at the Church street branch of Colonial Bank. The baby will be the first grandchild for the Trenthams and they are very excited.
Speaking of Colonial Bank, we recently enjoyed meeting Cindy Morrison who has been in banking nearly 15 years. She is really proud of 20 year-old daughter Canina, who attends Calhoun and works at Lowe's in Madison. Other children are Christopher, age 17 and Kathryn , who's 12.
We are so proud of Stefanie Troup who recently volunteered at the Children's Advocacy as part of the SCAN program - which educates the kids in grades 3, 5 & 7 about child abuse, home safety and neglect. The SCAN program is excellent and many volunteers make it successful.
We were really happy to hear that Greg Mattix is now at Propst Drug Store - as many of you remember, he was manager for the CVS Drug Store on Andrew Jackson before they closed last year. Greg has many customers and friends who will be very glad to know where he now works.
Happy Birthday to Dr. Sam Citrano, Sr. who has been a dentist here now for 52 years. His son, Sam, Jr., is also a dentist downtown. Sam Sr.'s dad first settled in Huntsville in 1910. It sounds like a good story there.
We were so sorry to hear that Malcolm Miller 's brother had died, at age 94. James C. "Gib" Miller was very well known in the area and loved by all who knew him. Speaking of Malcolm andLois, Lois is recovering from a very bad fall and her dear husband is taking great care of her.
Mickey Plaxco is someone we've known for many years, and we were so sorry to hear that his Dad Joe Plaxco had died at the age of 83. We send our deepest condolences to Mickey as well as his family and Joe's many friends.
Marie Melochick had a January birthday. Marie lives at Redstone Village and has good friends there. Happy Birthday.
Charles Sanders contacted us recently from south Florida. He lived in Huntsville for years and still has many friends here. He has some good memories including working at Zesto's in Five Points, a restaurant many people still remember.
We want to send best wishes to our friendRobert Martin , who lives at Morningside Assisted Living in Madison.
Well, just try to stay warm this month, check on your older friends who are alone, and don't regret any of this good rain we're finally getting. p] ~Cathey
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