Haley-Smothers Reunion Committee
Elisia Pride
Desireé Morrison
Desireé Morrison
Our dedicated president serves as the primary point of contact for all inquiries and activities related to reunions. She is the daughter of John and Jimmie Lee Raymond, embodying a strong commitment to facilitating reunion-related engagements.
Zebulon, North Carolina
Desireé Morrison
Desireé Morrison
Desireé Morrison
Desireé, our versatile travel and event coordinator, boasts over 25 years of invaluable experience in the travel industry. Her wealth of knowledge and resources promises to elevate our upcoming reunion to unprecedented levels of success. Additionally, she is the daughter of Evans Morrison and the late Mary Lee Smothers, a testament to her
Desireé, our versatile travel and event coordinator, boasts over 25 years of invaluable experience in the travel industry. Her wealth of knowledge and resources promises to elevate our upcoming reunion to unprecedented levels of success. Additionally, she is the daughter of Evans Morrison and the late Mary Lee Smothers, a testament to her strong roots and connections within the community.
Slidell, Louisiana
Verna Polk
Desireé Morrison
Chris Smothers
Our diligent financial secretary excels in identifying cost-effective solutions and maximizing value for every penny spent. As the adept manager of all financial matters, Verna ensures prudent resource allocation. It's worth noting that Verna is the daughter of George and Elsie (Smothers) Raymond Sr., underscoring her deep familial connections within our community.
Kenner, Louisiana
Chris Smothers
LaTonya Smothers Lawson
Chris Smothers
Chris is an ardent genealogist and dedicated family historian, infusing our keepsakes with a rich tapestry of our family's lineage. As the website administrator, designer of our family tree chart, and custodian of our oral history archive, he plays a vital role in preserving our heritage. Notably, Chris is the son of Bryan and Janice (Cal
Chris is an ardent genealogist and dedicated family historian, infusing our keepsakes with a rich tapestry of our family's lineage. As the website administrator, designer of our family tree chart, and custodian of our oral history archive, he plays a vital role in preserving our heritage. Notably, Chris is the son of Bryan and Janice (Calhoun) Smothers, highlighting his close ties to the lineage he passionately explores and maintains.
Marietta, Georgia
LaTonya Smothers Lawson
LaTonya Smothers Lawson
LaTonya Smothers Lawson
LaTonya Smothers-Lawson is our marketing and event consultant with over 35 years of marketing management and campaign development experience. She will draw upon her expertise and vast skill set to contribute in any way needed to create our fun and memorable family reunion. She is the wife of Elliot Lawson and the daughter of Sullivan and Hazel Smothers.
Hayward, California
Jenelle Simpson
LaTonya Smothers Lawson
LaTonya Smothers Lawson
Jenelle takes on the role of our family registration coordinator, overseeing the efficient distribution of tickets, wristbands, and facilitating access to all reunion-related events. She is the wife of Charles Simpson Jr. and daughter of Jerry and Jolene Thomas.
Round Rock, Texas
Donna Jean Mashia Stoudamire Harris
Donna Jean Mashia Stoudamire Harris
Donna Jean Mashia Stoudamire Harris
Donna is the dedicated goody bag coordinator, ensuring that you depart from this unforgettable reunion with a collection of cherished keepsakes. She is also the wife of Antonio Harris Jr. and the daughter of Adam and Pearl (Smothers) Mashia, connecting her to the heart of our community.
Portland, Oregan
Deborah Coleman
Donna Jean Mashia Stoudamire Harris
Donna Jean Mashia Stoudamire Harris
Deborah is an enthusiastic educator and a motivated coordinator, driving the seamless flow of all activities. Her strategic leadership ensures everything runs smoothly. She is also the daughter of Horace and Mary (Smothers) Spurlock. It was Mary (Eunice) Smothers who was the visionary for the first Haley-Smothers Reunion further grounding her in our community's roots.
Missouri City, Texas
Natalie Polk
Donna Jean Mashia Stoudamire Harris
Karis Stoudamire-Phillips
Natalie is an assistant to the financial secretary overseeing the budget and registration. Her insight and support in this effort have been crucial to ensuring smooth reception of registration fees. She is the daughter of Henry and Verna Polk.
Kenner, Louisiana
Karis Stoudamire-Phillips
Karis Stoudamire-Phillips
Karis Stoudamire-Phillips
Karis is a dynamic leader, strategist, and community advocate. Her goal-oriented approach brings a fresh perspective to our reunion team, emphasizing inclusion, personalized touches, and effective support. Karis ensures everyone stays on track, solves problems quickly, and adds vibrant energy to our reunion committee. She is the daughter
Karis is a dynamic leader, strategist, and community advocate. Her goal-oriented approach brings a fresh perspective to our reunion team, emphasizing inclusion, personalized touches, and effective support. Karis ensures everyone stays on track, solves problems quickly, and adds vibrant energy to our reunion committee. She is the daughter of Donna Jean Mashia Stoudamire-Harris, granddaughter of Pearl Smothers Mashia, and great-granddaughter of Will Henry Smothers.
Portland, Oregon
Marcus Joseph
Karis Stoudamire-Phillips
Doug Robertson
Marcus is a multi-talented individual, excelling as a producer, director, graphic artist, cinematographer, and musician. He is responsible for coordinating all of the media, presentations, and recording efforts for this reunion. Notably, Marcus is the son of Adam Joseph, the grandson of Israel "Butsey" Joseph Jr., and the great-grandson of Amelia "Honey" (Haley) Joseph.
Ashburn, Virginia
Doug Robertson
Karis Stoudamire-Phillips
Doug Robertson
Doug is a class act, team player, and an effective strategist. He is a logistical mastermind and thoughtful leader. His capacity to ensure every coordinating effort for this reunion runs smoothly is extremely attentive. He is the son of Geraldine Smothers Robertson, grandson of Katie Smothers, great-grandson of Eli and Mary (Haley) Smothers.
Metairie, Louisiana