The 2026 Alford Family Reunion Postponed TBD | July 8–11, 2027 ​Dear Alford Family,   We are writing to share an important update regarding the 2026 Alford Family Reunion. After careful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to postpone the 2026 reunion. The Alford Family Reunion has been rescheduled for July 8–11, 2027 , with the location to be announced at a later date.   This decision was not made lightly. A combination of unforeseen challenges, including disru

Happy 99th Birthday to our beloved family matriarch and Queen, Violet Juliet Alford-Patterson. Brilliant, beautiful, sweet, and sassy, she embodies all the makings of an Alford Queen. Affectionately known to many as “Aunt Vi,” she has faithfully served as a founder and curator of the Alford Family Reunion since its inception 51 years ago. Through her vision, leadership, and unwavering dedication, she hosted countless reunions and helped establish many of the traditions and pr

The Piano Lesson  by August Wilson is a powerful story about family, history, and legacy. Set in 1936 Pittsburgh, it follows siblings Boy Willie and Berniece as they struggle over a family piano carved with the faces and stories of their enslaved ancestors. Boy Willie wants to sell it to buy land and build a future, while Berniece believes the piano must be kept as a reminder of their family’s past and sacrifices. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1990, The Piano Less

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The Alford family extends heartfelt condolences to Kyra Williams on the untimely passing of her beloved father, Erek Lee Williams, Sr., and to Kymere Williams-Atchison on the loss of his cherished grandfather. Erek Lee Williams, Sr. was born on April 14, 1970, in Holdenville, Oklahoma, to Lester and Paulette Williams. He received his formal education at Wewoka High School and then began his career in the oil and gas industry. He was later employed at Tinker until his death. H

The Alford family shares the heartbreaking news of the passing of a treasured loved one. Linda Faye Andrews-Weldon was born on April 16, 1954, in Bakersfield, California. She peacefully transitioned on December 16, 2025, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family. On June 21, 1975, Linda united in marriage with William Erwin Weldon in Los Angeles, California. Their marriage of 50 years was a testament to enduring love, commitment, and partnership. From this union, two

With deep sadness, the Alford family shares news of the passing of our loved one. Carlos Dwayne Love, aged 46, born on the 8th of September 1979 in Wichita, Kansas, passed away peacefully in his hometown on the 16th of December 2025. Born to Shenina Martin and the late Charles Love. Carlos was a beloved husband to Tiffany Love and a devoted father to Donivan, Le'Ajzia, Emoni, and Carli Love. His vibrant spirit lives on in his five grandchildren, who were the light of his lif

On November 23, 2025, Victoria Ellis became one of the Pretty Girls in Pearls, joining the Gamma Epsilon Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated at the University of Pennsylvania. Please join us in congratulating her! Victoria is a double major in Political Science and Africana Studies/Business Management at Penn, Class of 2027. Welcoming her into the sisterhood are many other notable Alford AKA’s including: Her mother, Phillippa V. Ellis; cousins, Violet Alford-

Please join us in congratulating Jordan Louise Alford , who was initiated on December 7, 2025, into the Rho Delta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated in Palo Alto, California. Jordan is a distinguished scholar and leader. She is a dual-degree graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), earning a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Spanish. She also holds a Master of Science in Engineering Management f

Congratulations to our very own Jayzon Spivey  and Jaylon Spivey, proud members of the championship-winning Apple Valley Aces, competing in the 12U Bronco Division! On December 7, 2025, the Aces secured a hard-fought championship victory, proving that heart, preparation, and perseverance always matter. Entering the game as the underdogs, the Aces refused to back down. With grit and determination, they battled their way to an unforgettable 12–9 comeback win, earning the champ