Many changes in my life during the last 5 years. I retired from Mississippi Baptist Health Systems in 2006 after 20 years of service, serving as payroll coordinator from 1995-2006. As some of you may remember I wasn't able to attend the last reunion because my husband of 42 years (Terry Hinton) was gravely ill with cancer. He fought a courageous and brave battle with cancer; however he died on Labor Day of 2004. He leaves me and our 2 children and their families with wonderful memories.
A wonderful new chapter of my life's history began in April 2007. I met a wonderful man from North Little Rock Arkansas, Jerry D Rider. We were married on August 16 of this year and are in the process of moving my household to North Little Rock, AR . You might find it interesting to know that David Elliott married Jerry and I. David and Gay Love are very dear to me in many ways.
We have been and will continue to travel through the U.S. Jerry is quite active incarriage restoration and drives horses as a hobby. (By the way, we do travel by car or airplane). This is very different for me; however, I really enjoy his hobby. Actually I will make an attempt to learn how to drive a carriage as time goes on. Due to a carriage trip to Stockbridge, MA in early October I will not be able to attend the reunion. I enjoy spending time with my only grandson, Mason Benton, who lives in Birmingham AL. I keep Interstate 20 hot at times. I can tell you that I will miss being in MISSISSIPPI in more ways than one. It is farther to Birmingham from Arkansas. In addition to being a grandmother I spend time with my sister and her family at their place in Orange Beach, AL.
I appreciate the efforts that the committee has put forth to make this reunion a successful event. I continue to treasure the memories of Meridian and the Class of 1958. If you run across a picture of the concert band, look at the 7th chair clarinet and you will see me! That's the best I could do and still carry a baton. Thanks to Mr. Jenks and Mr. Wendling. Does this bring back memories for some of you????
Have a good time and laugh for me.
In Celebration of MHS Class of 1958
Saturday, September 6, 2008
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Joyce, thanks for your post. Having been away from Jackson for so long, I was not aware of your second marriage. It sounds like life continues for you in a great manner. Sorry you are not going to make the reunion. I really look forward to being there as I missed the last two. Take care.
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