

Congratulations to Cathy Cato-Stewart
We are beyond proud to celebrate the incredible accomplishment of our very own Cathy Cato-Stewart! On August 18, 2025, Cathy passed the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) exam. Cathy holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Nursing Education from Southwestern Oklahoma State University. She currently serves as a Clinical Registered Nurse at the Oklahoma City VA, where she provides dedicated care to our nation’s veterans. This latest achievement expands her ability


Announcing the Arrival of Krewe Roman
We are thrilled to announce the arrival of our newest little handsome prince, Krewe Roman! Born on August 11, 2025, at 8:47pm, Krewe weighed 7 lbs 7 oz and measured 20 inches long. Congratulations to proud parents Taren and Dilly, and to big brothers Kaden and Kash! Lineage: Krewe is the son of Taren Patterson; Grandson of Charlena Patterson; Great-Grandson of Charlene “Shorty” Patterson & Vaughn Patterson, Sr.; Great-Great-Grandson of Warren “Fred” Alford; Great-Great-Great-


Saluting Yvonne La Dean Storey
A Historic Milestone for the Alford Family On July 31, 2025, the Alford family witnessed a proud and historic moment. Our very own was officially promoted to Colonel in the United States Air Force, a remarkable achievement reached by only 2% of officers. The honorable promotion ceremony was held at Keesler Air Force Base in Mississippi, inside the Don Wylie Auditorium. In a touching and symbolic moment, Colonel Storey was pinned by both of her proud parents, Glenda Jennings-


Welcoming Kashton Cato
Yeehaw! Our Alford family has welcomed a new little cowboy! Please join us in celebrating the arrival of Kashton Caden Cato, born on August 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM. This future bull rider made his debut weighing 7 lbs 8 oz. Congratulations to proud parents Shala and Jayston, and to big brother Y’Lear on their newest blessing! Lineage: Kashton Caden Cato is the son of Jayston T. Cato ( JT Cato ) and Shala Allen; Grandson of Yolanda R. Cato ( Yolanda R. Cato ); Great-Grandson of Ber


The 2026 Alford Family Reunion
The 2026 Alford Family Reunion Plano, Texas | July 2–6, 2026 Get ready, Alford family, it’s time to mark your calendars for an...


The Alford Family Class of 2025 — We Celebrate You!
Alford Family Class of 2025 With joy in our hearts and pride in our voices, we extend a resounding congratulations to the 26 remarkable...


Mourning Raymond “Ray Gee” Bell, Jr.
March 1, 1982 – July 10, 2025 Raymond "Ray Gee" Bell, Jr. With profound sadness, the family announces the passing of our beloved Raymond...


Welcoming Baby Araya!
The Alford family is overjoyed to welcome its newest blessing! Congratulations to proud parents Celia Marie Tibbs and Jerry Martin on the arrival of their beautiful daughter, Araya Skye Martin, born on June 30, 2025 at 2:20 PM. She made her grand debut weighing 6 lbs 1 oz and measuring 20 inches long—a perfect little princess. Join us in celebrating this precious addition to our family legacy! Lineage: Araya Skye Martin is the daughter of Celia Tibbs ( Celia Tibbs ) and Jer


Meet Our New Prince Greyson Kaio
On June 27, 2025, our family was blessed with the arrival of a precious new prince! Please join us in welcoming Greyson Leo Kuhailimoe Kaio to the world. Congratulations to proud parents Samantha “Kehau” Tachera-Kaio & Pele Kaio, and to sweet princess Violet, who is now a big sister! Welcome to the family little Leo, you are already so loved. Lineage: Leo is the son of Samantha “Kehau” Tachera-Kaio & Pele Kaio; Grandson of Gary Tachera and Janice Thomas ; Great-Grandson of Wi


Announcing the Arrival of Journee Lynn Scott
Welcome to the world, princess Journee Lynn Scott! Born June 9, 2025, this sweet little blessing weighed 6 lbs 9 oz and measured 19 inches of pure joy. Congratulations to proud parents Tranae and Steven, and to big brother Dmauri on the arrival of his new baby sister! Lineage: Journee is the daughter of Tranae Brazille; Granddaughter of Tracy Alford; Great-Granddaughter of Amos Junius Lee Alford & Willie Malone-Alford; Great-Great-Granddaughter of Willie Lafayette "Cracker"

