Friday, April 19, 2013

Ruby Lewis Competes in Class 3A, District 7 Track and Field Meet

Ruby Lewis, granddaughter of Ronnie and Carolyn Lewis, participated in the Class 3A, District 7 Track and Field meet on April 18, 2013.  Here are her results:
  • 4 x 800 meter relay - The George Jenkins team finished in first place, with Ruby running the final leg.  This qualifies the team to participate in the upcoming regional meet.
  • In the 1600 meter (.99 miles) race, Ruby placed fourth, which qualifies her to participate in the upcoming regional meet.
  • In the 3200 meter (1.99 miles) race, Ruby placed second, which qualifies her to participate in the upcoming regional meet.
Congratulations to Ruby and to the George Jenkins Girl's Track and Field Team as they progress to the regional meet. 

The regional meet will take place at Tampa Leto on April 24, 2013. The top four places in the regional meet advance to state competition. 

Friday, April 12, 2013

Biographical Information on Jackson Weldon, Spouse of Ellen Mershon Weldon

Jackson Weldon
The link below contains a very interesting read on the life of Jackson Weldon, husband of Ellen Mershon Weldon.

Link to biographical information about Jackson Weldon

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Motorcycle Racers From the Past

Barry Sears submitted this photo that was in the Lakeland Ledger many years past.  Yes it was the Lakeland Ledger back then, now known as The Ledger.  I  wonder who won.

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

David Alcorn Passes Away

David Alcorn
David and Judy Alcorn were living in Lilburn, Georgia, according to class records.  David's obituary confirms that Lilburn was his home.  He has been retired for a number of years.  His obituary yields very little information; however, here is the link to it - Link to Obituary.

Friday, April 5, 2013

Ellen Mershon Weldon's Husband Passes Away

Ellen Mershon Weldon
In Ellen's own words, "I have lost the love of my life...Jackson Weldon died Easter Sunday"....Ellen Mershon Weldon class of 59.

The obituary for Jackson P. Weldon can be found at the following link - Obituary.

The LHS Class of 1959 sends its condolences and offer their prayers and best wishes.