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June 17, 2021
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7 months and 29 days
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until our celebration.
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DONALD STEVEN NIXON
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Brother Donald Steven Nixon was born in Prescott, AR to the union of late Donald Nixon Sr. and Gloria Stueart Nixon on August 31, 1967. He received the Lord as a young man. He was a member of Cothran Chapel CME Church in Prescott AR. He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in broadcasting at Henderson State University. While attending the university, Donald fulfilled a lifelong dream of radio broadcasting for the university’s radio station.
Donald was a strong and courageous man of great faith. His faith was exemplified by his shear will to live even when many doctors had given up on him. Donald’s love for life and the Lord allowed him to live far beyond what could be understood by man.
Donald was an extraordinary man. His interests included books, music, family gatherings, old TV shows, world news and traveling. Although his interests were multifaceted, his love of the Lord was above all. Donald enjoyed attending church services, but when his health made that fellowship impossible he had worship service at home. God used Donald’s life to show evidence of His Glory and the power of a true Miracle.
In his last days he expressed that he was tired and requested the presence of his siblings. With his family at his bedside, the proof of God’s glory was spoken from Donald’s lips. He stated, “I have seen the mountaintop. It was amazing!” To know Donald is to know that Miracles do happen and God is still in Control.
He departed this life on September 3, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents Donald Nixon Sr & Gloria Stueart-Nixon and brother Patrick O’Neal Nixon.
He leaves to cherish his memory siblings Trina (Tony) Gantt of Little Rock, AR, Nicole (Charles) Simon of Prescott, AR, Ada (Raymond) Dismuke of Wake Village, TX, Ruth (Robert) Muldrew, Phillip Nixon both from Prescott, AR, & Don Cornelius Nixon of Texarkana, TX, a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Lovingly Submitted
The Family
DONALD'S ANCESTRY:
SON OF GLORIA DEAN STUEART NIXON and DONALD NIXON SR.
GRANDSON OF L.T. STUEART SR. AND ANNIE RUTH McGILL
GREAT- GRANDSON OF ADA B. FUTCH SMITH AND J.P. McGILL
2ND GREAT-GRANDSON OF LOTT FUTCH AND JOSIE SMITH RANDALL
3RD GREAT-GRANDSON OF JOHN SMITH AND ADA MALONEY
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May 15, 2020
Dear Family Members,
We hope that you are all doing well and staying safe!
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the reunion committee has decided to postpone the family reunion until next year. The new date for the event is June 17-19, 2021.
If you have already paid your registration it will still be good for the new dates, but we will be happy to provide refunds upon request to those that need them. If you have not registered yet you can send in your form at any time. Early registration helps us greatly with planning. The new deadline for reunion registration is March 19, 2021.
Here are the 30 family members who have registered so far: Johnnie Barber, Ken Stueart, Shane Fruge, Wanda Richardson, Lanaya Richardson, Randy Williams, Tamika Williams, Zahra Langford, Jackson Baures, Tina Barber, Johnnie Taylor (6), James Langford, Kathy Langford, Brock Barber, Ronnell Barber, Marrion Barber (8), Johnathan Richmond, Trish Richmond, Sir Richmond, Margaret Spearman, Cameron Langford, Sarah Gray, Emma Langford (6), Kaya Langford (2), Chacomar Bryant, Lorin Sadler, Brandon Sadler, Russell Royston, Ja’Tasha Marshall.
If you had an existing hotel room reservation at Circus Circus Hotel & Casino, it will automatically be updated with the new 2021 dates. If you need to adjust or cancel your room reservation, please call the hotel directly at 1-866-755-7776. If you haven’t reserved your rooms yet, please book online https://book.passkey.com/go/CW06SWM to get the best group rates. The new deadline for hotel reservations is May 19, 2021.
We look forward to seeing all of you, being together and enjoying each other! If you have any questions, please call or text (310) 835-5586 or email 1JohnnieBarber@gmail.com Johnnie Barber.
Sincerely,
Your 2020 (now 2021) Reunion Committee; Johnnie Barber, Zahra Langford, Tina Barber, Levette Marshall, Ronnell Barber, Johnathan Richmond, Joeseph Smith, Ja’Tasha Marshall, Russell Royston.
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May 2, 2020
Dear Family,
We hope that you are all doing well and staying safe! Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the reunion committee has decided to postpone the event until next year. We are working with Circus Circus to get a new date in June of 2021.
If you have already paid your registration it will still be good for the event, but we will be happy to provide refunds upon request to those that need them. We will let you know the new date as soon as we get it finalized within the next two weeks.
Sincerely,
Your 2020 (now 2021) Reunion Committee: Johnnie Barber, Zahra Langford, Tina Barber, Levette Marshall, Ronnell Barber, Johnathan Richmond, Joeseph Smith, Ja’Tasha Marshall and Russell Royston
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March 22, 2020
Dear Family,
We hope that everyone is well and staying safe during the COVID-19 outbreak! Many of you have been asking if we will still plan to have the reunion. As of right now we are planning to have it if we can. We will know more about the hotel and flight situation in the weeks ahead and will be able to make a final decision on May 2.
Until then, please be patient and continue with your registration if you are able. If we must cancel or reschedule the reunion for this year, we will refund your money. We would advise not booking any flights until after May 2.
Here is a list of the 29 family members who have registered so far: Johnnie Barber, Ken Stueart, Shane Fruge, Wanda Richardson, Lanaya Richardson, Randy Williams, Tamika Williams, Zahra Langford, Jackson Baures, Tina Barber, Johnnie Taylor (6), James Langford, Kathy Langford, Chestene Miller, Cheryl Miller, Diamond Cook, Dominique Cook (14), Brock Barber, Ronnell Barber, Marrn Barber (8), Johnathan Richmond, Trish Richmond, Sir Richmond, Margaret Spearman, Cameron Langford, Sarah Gray, Emma Langford (6), Kaya Langford (2)
Sincerely,
Your 2020 Reunion Committee: Johnnie Barber, Zahra Langford, Tina Barber, Levette Marshall, Ronnell Barber, Johnathan Richmond, Joeseph Smith, Ja’Tasha Marshall and Russell Royston
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January 12, 2020
Dear Family Members,
Happy New Year from your 2020 reunion committee members! We are looking forward to seeing everyone this June 18-20 in Las Vegas, NV for the “We’re All In” reunion events.
Now is a great time to send in your registration and get your hotel reservations. Early registration helps us greatly with planning. The deadline for reunion registration is March 19. You can download and print the registration form from the Registration page.
The deadline for hotel reservations at the Circus Circus Hotel & Casino is May 19. You can find the all the hotel details and booking link on the Accomodations page.
We look forward to seeing all of you, being together and enjoying each other! If you have any questions, please call or text (310) 835-5586 or email 1JohnnieBarber@gmail.com. Johnnie Barber
Sincerely,
Your 2020 Reunion Committee; Johnnie Barber, Zahra Langford, Tina Barber, Levette Marshall, Ronnell Barber, Johnathan Richmond, Joeseph Smith, Ja’Tasha Marshall, Russell Royston.
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April 8, 2019
Dear Family Members,
The committee is excited to announce that we have finalized the dates and the accommodations for the 2020 reunion! The reunion will take place June 18-20, 2020. The theme we have selected for the event is “We’re All In.” It expresses our full commitment to family while incorporating a reference to the Las Vegas culture of high stakes poker.
This letter includes all the information you need to book your hotel rooms and register for the event.
Accommodations
The hotel we have selected for the reunion is the Circus Circus Hotel & Casino. The room reservation deadline is May 19, 2020.
Schedule of Events and Activities
We have put together a preliminary schedule. We also have some ideas for group activities and we’d love your input!
Registration
The registration forms will be mailed out the week of April 8, 2019. If you did not receive a form you can downlod it on this page. The cost for each adult will be $100. Please plan to send yours in as soon as possible so we can finalize plans. The reunion registration deadline is March 19, 2020.
We look forward to seeing all of you, being together and enjoying each other! If you have any questions, please call or text (310) 835-5586 or email 1JohnnieBarber@gmail.com. Johnnie Barber
Sincerely,
Your 2020 Reunion Committee: Johnnie Barber, Zahra Langford, Tina Barber, Levette Marshall, Ronnell Barber, Johnathan Richmond, Joeseph Smith, Ja’Tasha Marshall and Russell Royston.
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January 26, 2019
Dear Family Member,
This is the first of many communications about the upcoming events for the 2020 family reunion to be held in Las Vegas, Nevada. The reunion committee has had its first meeting and we are looking forward to putting together an amazing event for you!
We want to say a big thank you to the 2018 reunion committee: Susie Meeks, Grayce Harris Bonet, Karen Meeks Willis and Torrie Willis. They put on a great event and provided a wealth of inspiration for our team.
We need addresses and contact information! Here’s what you can do:
1. Review the list of names below (grouped by family/home address). If you know someone in the family who is not on this list and should be invited, please send us their full name, mailing address, email and phone number.
| Grayce Bonet, Janae’ & JaKyla Willingham |
Stefanie, Kevin, Jalyn & Jayna McKee |
| Chestene, Cheryl, & Donna Miller, Diamond & Dominique Cook |
Kimberly Meeks |
| Belinda & Patricia Dean |
Susie & Leo Meeks |
| Tekylah & Tyrell McNary Curry |
Angela Harris-Mitchell & David Mitchell |
| Cynthia Dean, Gabrielle Cole, Tobias & Kobias Jacobs |
Felicia Payne |
| Marchetta & Herman Fontaine |
Nancy L. Price |
| Tiara, Rico & Jordan Gutierrez |
Wanda & Willie Richardson |
| Bettye & Charles Harris |
Kristoffer Richardson |
| Jackie Harris, Kimberly Harris, Chassidy Harris, Jazmine Melburn, Jayden Clark, Katie Melburn |
Kyrii Richardson |
| Percy & Jessie Hawthorne |
Earlene & Peggy Royston |
| JaCieka Rai Moore & Jessie Hawthorne Jr. |
Russel Royston |
| Matthew Hill, Theresa Sylvester, Shanaya Sylvester, Jasmine Hill |
Randy & Derrick Spearman |
| Jacqueline Humphrey |
Margaret Spearman |
| Cameron, Sarah, Emma & Kaya Langford |
Sonja Stueart-Davis & Chiquita Stueart |
| James & Kathleen Langford |
Kenneth Stueart & Shane Fruge |
| Alissa & EC Maloney |
Flossie & John Walker, Lee Peters, Nevan Douglas |
| Dan Maloney |
Stephanie, James and Joshua Walker |
| Janice & David Maloney, Jennifer & Isaac Taylor |
Karen, Donnie Sr., Torrie, Donnie Jr., Draylon & Malini Willis, McKinley Byndom, Karington Wiley, Jakyia Gatlin |
| Karen & Glen Maloney |
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2. If your contact information has changed since the last reunion, please send us an update.
Email any new family member information and your updated information to Levette Marshall levettemarshall57@gmail.com by no later than March 30, 2019.
We are actively organizing and will provide the dates, host venue and hotel information in April. We look forward to seeing each of you at the reunion in 2020. Please check this website for updates. If you have questions or concerns about the event, feel free to contact any one of the committee members listed below.
Warm Regards,
2020 Las Vegas Reunion Committee:
Ronnell Barber (562) 317-9438
Zahra Langford (541) 951-8931
Tina Barber (424) 224-8939
Johnnie Ruth Barber (310) 835-5586
Levette Marshall levettemarshall57@gmail.com
P.S. We will also be putting this letter in the mail to everyone, but wanted to post it here first.
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Hello Family Members and Friends,
Congratulations to Peggy Royston, BSN, RN aka (Author) for publishing her first book
“Our Journey in Aging and Dementia”. Her book is now available on Amazon,
Barnes & Noble and eBooks.
Click A Link below:
https://www.amazon.com/Our-Journey-Aging-Dementia-Helpful/dp/1684567130/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Our+Journey+in+Aging+and+Dementia+A+Helpful+Tool+to+Assist+You+in+Caring+for+Your+Loved+Ones&qid=1560537539&s=gateway&sr=8-1
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/our-journey-in-aging-and-dementia-peggy-royston-bsn-rn/1131791129?ean=9781684567133
Book Description from Amazon
“Are you struggling to find real help in caring for your aging loved one in your home who may be suffering from
dementia as well as other comorbid diseases? Feeling overwhelmed and losing a piece of yourself as you are caregiving
and all the while getting older too? Living in a multigenerational home is starting to be the standard way of most
families these days and keeping organized while providing long-term care can take its toll on the caregiver as well
as their loved ones. How do I balance my life and my loved ones too? We all need a few extra tools and loving support
along the way as caregivers during the tougher times as we navigate the choppy waters of aging, Alzheimer's
and/or dementia, and Parkinson's diseases. Then you have found a safe harbor here. This book will assist you
in getting your lives and your loved ones lives in order and help steer you toward successful caregiving while
lowering your stress as well.”
This is our family journey! We all support and care for each other. Please take time to purchase this
wonderful guide by our family on how we should take care of our loved ones. We send prayers and encouragement
to the Royston Families. Thanks Peggy for putting your caregiving skills in words, so we all can use.
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This documentary of the life of John Ward/Smith and Ada Maloney was made by Charles Lott Miller and Chestene Miller and their grandson Brendan Miller. This video will verify the surname of “Ward” to John’s name. Essie Ree Futch Miller will give glimpses of the life of John Smith and Ada Maloney. Thank You to Charles aka “Chuck” , Essie Ree and Brendan Miller for this important video of our family legacy that will always be remembered and carried on.
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Family members of Smith / Ward and Maloney Reunion- This video was presented to family members in Omaha , NE , at 2007 the reunion.
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THANK YOU! JACQUELINE HUMPHREY aka JACKIE HAWTHORNE and BRODERICK D. McDANIEL
Their Video of the 2010 Smith/Ward Maloney Reunion in Kansas City is a must see for ALL. They showcased their video at the Anahem reunion. THANK YOU for all your hard work and dedication to our family.
OPEN THE LINK BELOW TO SEE THEIR WONDERFUL WORK!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LuerWR6wqyM&feature=youtu.be
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2012 Reunion in Aneheim
THANK YOU! ALL "ROYSTON" FAMILIES MEMBERS FOR HAVING SUCH A WONDERFUL REUNION:
OPEN THE LINK BELOW TO SEE WHAT A GREAT TIME THE FAMILY HAD:
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2014 SMITH/WARD MALONEY REUNION VIDEO
ENJOY PICTURES FROM OUR LAST REUNION. THIS IS A COLLECTION OF PICTURES FAMILY MEMBERS POSTED OF THEIR TIME IN HOUSTON. HOUSTON ENJOYED HOSTING AND THANKS. WE PRAY TO SEE EVERYONE AT OUR NEXT REUNION IN
HUNTSVILLE, ALABAMA JUNE 16-19, 2016...
THE VIDEO IS AT THE LINK BELOW:
http://youtu.be/iK7S43gpiCI
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WELCOME "ALL MALONEY FAMILY MEMBERS"
LOOK UNDER OUR NEW TAB: FAMILY PHOTO ALBUMS-" MALONEY FAMILY PHOTOS"
PLEASE SHARE OTHER MALONEY FAMILY PICTURES THAT YOU MIGHT HAVE AND LABEL
http://www.smithmaloney.com/8/16-TRUE-16.htm
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PICTURED ABOVE TOP LEFT: ADDIE CLYDE (MALONEY) ANDERSON- DAUGHTER OF CHARLES L. MALONEY;GRANDDAUGHTER OF STEPHEN MALONEY; STEPHEN WAS THE SON OF DAVE MALONEY; DAVE MALONEY WAS THE FATHER OF ADA MALONEY SMITH.
PICTURED ABOVE TOP RIGHT: STEPHEN MALONEY- SON OF DAVE MALONEY; BROTHER OF ADA MALONEY SMITH and CHARLES L. MALONEY SON OF STEPHEN MALONEY and NEPHEW OF ADA MALONEY SMITH
PICTURED ABOVE BOTTOM LEFT: CHILDREN OF CHARLES L. MALONEY: GORDON MALONEY, SHARON MALONEY SMITH, PAMELA MALONEY, BECKY MALONEY, and MICHELLE MALONEY in WICHITA, KS.
PICTUED ABOVE BOTTOM RIGHT: THE "917 OUR GANG" MALONEY CHILDREN
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