Congratulations to Gannand Katie Bryanon the birth of a beautiful baby boy on Jan. 19. Jack Davis Bryan is their first child. He looks just like Gann, so he'll sure be a good-looking kid when he gets older!
Many Hewlett-Packard people locally and around the country remember Calvin Edwards, who lived in the Atlanta area with his wife Vivian. He died recently of cancer. We send our deepest sympathy to his many friends and family, he will be missed.
It was really good to see Cindy Gowan recently at Dee's Restaurant on Parkway and Oakwood, where we had a great country breakfast. The owner is Delores Cook, and Dee's has been in its present location now for 6 years. Earline Sharp, Delores' mother, recently died at 70 years old. She was a Parker originally, and her mother was the great- great- great granddaughter of John Hunt, founder of Huntsville.
A big hello to Louie Tippettand his lovely wife Jane. We haven't seen them for a while and sure miss them!
Our buddy, Bill Kling, must be working too hard! Last time we saw him he had a few more gray hairs! Is age catching up with him?
Tom Gurley's son, J. T. Gurley, was recently in a bad motorcycle accident where he suffered some serious injuries. We understand he is doing better now but was in a lot of pain. We wish him a fast recovery.
We saw Cecil Ashburn recently at 801 Franklin. It was good to see him out and about again. Also there that night was an old friend, Bill McClung whom we haven't seen in years. He was looking good with his wife Mary and son Jason .
That same night we talked with that dynamo Joanne Randolph who was eating and partying with friends and her handsome husband Norm. At their table we talked with Carol Madry, Dr. Kathleen Felker , and Debbie Collins , as well as Graham Chambers who works at the sleep lab at Huntsville Hospital.
Our Mayor, Loretta , never slows down! Every time we see her she's going as hard as she can!
It was great to see Perky Taylor recently with her handsome son-in-law Andy Watson . She hasn't changed in 30 years - still looking great.
We recently saw Jane Mastromonico who was out partying with Freddie DePlacido . For some reason, Jane looked 10 years younger than the last time we saw her!
At the Furniture Factory a few weeks ago we had a great time talking with Danny Banks (ex-judge), John Walters, Donna Hays and Mickey Lanier . The place was packed! Also there was Jeff Johnson with Vulcan Materials who was entertaining friends.
Congratulations to Chuck and Annelie Owens who just moved into Redstone Village. They say they are going to lock the doors and just rest for a while now that the moving is finished!
John Shaver, of Shaver's Bookstore, sure is going to stay busy this year. We hear there are a lot of new books coming out about Huntsville this year and his store is the only one that specializes in local books,
Charles Cataldo has a new book out about early paper money and tokens of Huntsville and Madison County. Definitely a good addition to any bookshelf!
We recently saw Mark Russell and his wife walking in Old Town. It makes you feel good to see a couple holding hands while they walk.
Congratulations to Andy Coffman and Chelsea Darnell on their marriage. We know they will have a wonderful life together.
Well, that's about all for this month. Remember to say a prayer for our soldiers overseas. They sure deserve our thoughts and support. ~Tom & Cathey Carney
