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Newspaper
The Valley Banner
Location
Elkton, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 2013
Page
3
Wisdom and wit column shares a devotional about Abraham and Isaac from Genesis 22, noting faith and obedience. It links to God providing the sacrificed lamb and urges readers to examine what they withhold from God, then blends humorous anecdotes and a garlic of daily life parables for faith.
Elkton couple Ashby and Williams announce the engagement of their son Daniel Ashby to Erica Kathleen Gray of Hillsdale New Jersey. Daniel a 2000 Spotswood High School graduate works as a sheet metal mechanic for Williams HVAC. Erica a 2003 Pasack Valley High School graduate earned a BA in 2007 and an MS in education in 2008 from James Madison University and teaches English at East Rockingham High School. A September wedding is planned.
A daughter offers a loving memorial for her father Alvin E. Stanley who would have turned 84 on June 29 2013. She recalls his smile humor and enduring love and notes he is missed by six daughters Bonnie Sharon Kathy Brenda Linda Tammy and their families with mom and relatives joining in the remembrance.
A card shower is planned for Ed and Jean Turner of Elkton celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. Cards may be sent to 5597 Runkles Gap Road, Elkton VA 22827, by attendees on Wednesday, June 26.
At the June 11 meeting Jetta Earhart showcased winning Rockingham County Fair photos and distributed exhibit rules. Pre registration runs on the fair site July 1 through August 7. The group also celebrated a $175 scholarship for Helena Hopkins and a third place in county for collecting 116 books. The next meeting is July 9 at Brown Memorial Community Church with a 6:30 p.m. dinner and music by members. open to 4-H families and prospective members.
A card shower is planned for Allie S Snyder as she celebrates her 80th birthday on Saturday June 29. Cards and letters may be sent to 340 Pocahontas Ave Shenandoah VA 22849.
The S A K and Nancy Dean Eppard reunion takes place Sunday July 14 at the South River Picnic Grounds on Skyline Drive. A covered dish lunch begins at 1 p.m.
Zachary M Kibler of Elkton a chemistry major and freshman at Virginia Military Institute was named to the spring dean's list for achieving a 3.0 grade point average or higher. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Johnnie D Kibler.
A heartfelt memory note from Ronnie and Sue to their Dad known as Pappy. They recall arguments at home, his caution about the truck, and express longing to hear his familiar words again before they meet in the future. The message closes with love and Father’s Day wishes.
On June 29 we remember mother Geraldine Marie Richards with love from her children grandchildren and great grandchildren. Though we miss you in good times and bad times you are not forgotten. The Shepherd calls each one His own and keeps them in loving care.
Bryn Lynn McDaniel, daughter of Jere my and Brandi McDaniel of Elkton, celebrated her fourth birthday on Wednesday June 12. A princess party was held at Uncle Bert's barn on Saturday June 15. Bryn Lynn has a younger sister named Braylee Jean.
The Valley Banner will close on Thursday July 4 in observance of Independence Day.
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