Johnson : Daycare Owner / Director / Golden Soror
Rock Hill , SC – Soror Doris La Verne Gathings Johnson became an Ivy Beyond the Wall . She was initiated in 1947 in Alpha Chi Chapter NCCU . Soror Johnson was a member of Eta Alpha Omega Chapter . She received the Bachelor of Arts from North Carolina Central University ( NCCU ) and master ’ s in elementary education at Winthrop University in Rock Hill . She taught in the public schools of Staten Island , NY , and Rock Hill , SC . After she retired from teaching , she owned and directed The Learning Tree Daycare and Afterschool Program . She nurtured and mentored the children and youth of the Rock Hill community for more than 20 years . Soror Johnson was an active member of Mount Olive United Methodist Church . She leaves to cherish her memory , her daughter , Fredrica Paige ; two granddaughters , three great-granddaughters , and other family and friends .
Kendrick : Former Basileus / Silver Star
Bowling Green , KY – Silver Star Soror Emma Forte Kendrick became an Ivy Beyond the Wall . She was initiated into Epsilon Zeta Chapter in 1972 . She received a BS and MA in elementary education and a rank I certification in counseling from Western Kentucky University . After joining Beta Rho Omega Chapter , Soror Kendrick became a 1985 charter member of Omicron Sigma Omega Chapter . Her offices held there included president , vice president , recording secretary , parliamentarian , corresponding secretary , and membership chairman . Beyond graduate advisor to Epsilon Zeta at WKU and workshop presenter for Conflict Resolution at Area 6 & 7 Cluster Retreats , Soror Kendrick worked with various committees . She and the late Rev . George Kendrick were Sam ' s parents and Linden ' s grandparents . A member of Macedonia Baptist Church and the NAACP , she was also honored as Outstanding President of the Year and Soror of the Year . In addition , she worked as a manager and family resource coordinator for parents and preschool children at Southern Kentucky Headstart .
Jones : Retired Educator / Golden Soror / Life Member
Orlando , FL – Soror Odell M . Jones became an Ivy Beyond the Wall . Soror Jones was initiated in 1958 at Florida Memorial University , Delta Eta Chapter . She was a member of Delta Omicron Omega Chapter , where she served on various committees . She was recognized as the chapter ' s Soror of the Year in 1999 . She was a lifelong member of Mt . Zion Missionary Baptist Institutional Church , serving as the assistant clerk . She was a life member of the Florida Education Association and the National Education Association . She was also a member of Phi Delta Kappa and the Orange County NAACP . Soror Jones is survived by her son , her goddaughter , and a host of family and friends .
Jones : Teacher / Counselor / Charter Member
Clarksdale , MS – Soror Verdia Howard Jones became an Ivy Beyond the Wall . Soror Jones earned her undergraduate degree from Xavier University , a Master of Education degree from Indiana University , and an Education Specialist Degree from Delta State University . Soror Jones spent 15 years as a counselor and teacher in the Clarksdale School District and manpower director for Coahoma Opportunities , Inc . In 1977 , Soror Jones filed an employment discrimination suit against the Clarksdale School Board and advocated for civil rights . Soror Jones was initiated into Rho Psi Chapter at Xavier University in 1951 and was a charter member of the Iota Delta Omega Chapter . Before moving to North Carolina , Soror Jones remained active with the chapter Immaculate Conception Church and many social and community activities . Soror Jones is survived by her two daughters Sorors Angela Jones and Pamela Jones ; a sister Eunice Howard McGee ; and a host of nieces , nephews , family , and friends .
King : Retired Educator / Charter Member
Menifee , CA – Soror Christolyn Joyce King became an Ivy Beyond the Wall on February 23 , 2021 . Soror King attended the University of California Los Angeles , Pepperdine University , California State University Los Angeles , and the University of Southern California , majoring in education . Soror King was initiated in 1979 into Theta Alpha Omega Chapter in Long Beach , CA , where she served as membership chairman . In 1987 , Soror King was a charter member of Pi Sigma Omega Chapter in Cerritos , CA , serving as basileus , antibasileus , grammateus , and membership chairman . In addition , Soror King was an elementary teacher , science and math coordinator , parent education coordinator , and mentor teacher . She taught in the San Gabriel District and Los Angeles Unified School District , where she retired after 26 years of service in 1997 . Soror King was preceded in death by her husband , Willie King , and is survived by her daughter , Soror Joy King Williams ; son Darryl ( Jenny ) Davis ; three grandchildren , and a host of other family members and friends .
Kirven : Retired Educator / Pearl Soror / Life Member
Dallas , TX – Pearl Soror Mary Lou Bunkley Kirven became an Ivy Beyond the Wall on January 13 , 2021 . She received her Bachelor of Science degree in education and history from Howard University . Throughout her 32 years in education , she was a classroom teacher , curriculum writer , and reading specialist . She worked at all levels , including elementary within Dallas and Irving ISD . In 1951 , Soror Kirven was initiated into the Alpha Xi Omega Chapter . She was a 70-year member who was active on various committees such as Founders ' Day , where she served as co-chairman , housing , and the chapter ’ s Early Childhood Program . In 2012 , she was recognized at the 65th Boule in San Francisco for her work with Civil Rights in the 1950s and 1960s . Soror Kirven was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years , Howard D . Kirven , and her daughter , Soror Beverly Kirven Smith . She is survived by her daughter , Silver Soror Cynthia Kirven Arterbery , and her husband , Steven ; granddaughter , Soror Stephanie Arterbery , grandson Steven Benard Arterbery , and a host of family and friends .
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