THE SPENCER HOUSE RESTORATION COMMITTEE & THE W. H. SPENCER GOLDEN OWLETTE, INC.
11TH ANNUAL
Green and Gold Luncheon
“PRESERVING A LEGACY”
Guest Speaker
CATHY L. COOK, DDS, FIOCI
COOK DENTAL CARE
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 | 11:30 AM
ST. LUKE MINISTRY CENTER
301 11TH STREET
COLUMBUS, GEORGIA
SPONSORSHIPS
PRESENTING SPONSORS
Congressman Sanford D. Bishop
2nd Congressional District of Georgia
Black History Month Observance Breakfast, BHMOB
EMERALD SPONSORS
Dr. Charlie W. Johnson
GOLD SPONSORS
Historic Columbus Foundation, Inc., Columbus, Georgia
Peaceful Rivers Services, LLC, Pam Ferguson
Fountain City Classic, Inc.
SILVER SPONSORS
Ace Home Hardware, Gary Johnson
Calvin Smyre, Former State Representative/Dean of the House of Representatives
Dr. Cleo Griswould & Captain Gordon Griswould, Retired Greater Beallwood Missionary Baptist Church
Griffin and Griffin Towing
Sconiers Funeral Home, Inc.
State Representative Teddy Reese, Esq. & Dr. Chasity Reese
BRONZE SPONSORS
Carolyn Hugley, GA State Representative District 136, Minority Whip
Carver High School Class of 1970, Maurice Buchanan
Charles E. Huff International Funeral Home
Davis Broadcasting Incorporated
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Columbus (GA) Alumnae Chapter
Dr. Cathy L. Cook, Cook Dental Care
Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, Columbus, GA
Kenneth M. Henson, Jr., Attorney at Law
Pat Frey, MCSD School Board District 7
NAACP, Columbus, Georgia Branch
Revelation Missionary Baptist Church, Columbus, GA
Taylor Funeral Home, Inc., Phenix City, AL
William H. Spencer Alumni Association, Inc.
Spencer Class of 1962
In honor of Bennie Newroth ~ Charlie W. Johnson ~ Mirchelle Johnson
COMMUNITY SUPPORTERS
Greenwave Supporters
Dr. Emmanuel Wilkes, M.D., PC
Fourth Street Missionary Baptist Church
GA State Senator Ed Harbison, District 15
Harriet Stephens, In Memory of Ronald Stephens and Marguerite Daniels Stephens
Homer l. Watson, Retired Military
Greetings
It is an honor to serve as a member of the Spencer House Restoration Committee and as program chairperson along with the assistance of Brenda P. Augustus. My vision for this organization would be to continue to enhance the integrity and transparency of this committee’s operations, recommended improvements and developments, as well as strategies that will strengthen the organizational financial position, and further define guidance and processes towards these improvements through our annual fundraiser event.
The Restoration Committee consists of a few dedicated individuals and I encourage the organization to continue to serve as a beacon of light to help preserve the legacy of the Spencer House, located at 745 Veteran Parkway, Columbus, Georgia, 31901.
The work is not finished as we continue to solicit support from the community through fundraisers and other events conducted during the year(s) to achieve our goal.
Thank you for your help and support in the past and I hope that you will continue to do so in the future.
Respectfully,
Dr. Burma D.
Williams
Dr. Burma D. Williams ‘68 Program Chairperson Spencer House Restoration Committee
Keynote Speaker
Cathy L. Cook, DDS, FICOI
As a dentist, I am enjoying my return to my hometown of Columbus, GA, where I have the privilege of serving the very community that helped shape me. It is truly an honor to provide gentle dental care that enhances oral health and transforms the smiles of my friends and neighbors. Being a dentist allows me to bring about positive changes in the lives of my patients, whether I am alleviating their pain, restoring their ability to chew comfortably, or improving the appearance of their smiles, the result is always greater health and happiness. I cannot imagine a more fulfilling profession.
I was inspired to pursue dentistry by my father, Dr. Henry L. Cook, Sr. Watching the impact he made on his patients and the meaningful relationships he built through his practice motivated me to follow in his footsteps. Today, I spend my days doing what I love most, caring for wonderful people in my community.
My academic journey began at Spelman College and Columbus State University, followed by my Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry. I furthered my training through an advanced education residency in general dentistry with the U.S. Army Dental Corps and continued with the AAID MAXI Course at the Dental College of Georgia at Augusta University. I am also a proud Fellow in Implant Dentistry. Continuing education is one of my passions, as it allows me to broaden my skills, stay at the forefront of evolving dental technologies, and ensure that I provide the best possible care to my patients. Through meetings, lectures, and hands-on demonstrations, I am able to learn from leading experts in oral healthcare, while also mentoring young people who aspire to join the profession.
My accomplishments include being recognized by the SaMarc Dream and Achieve Foundation as a 2016 Legend, receiving the 2016 Courier Community Service Award, and being honored with the 2015 Columbus Times Keeper of the Legacy Award. I have also served in numerous leadership roles, including Delegate positions with both the Georgia Dental Society and the National Dental Association, as well as serving on the NDA Board of Trustees. I was the first general dentist to serve on the NDA’s Inaugural President’s Symposium, acted as spokesperson for the NDA Pew Charitable Trust Foundation, and represented the Western District Georgia Dental Association at the ADA leadership conference in Washington, DC. In 2015, I was elected NDA Delegate of the Year, and from 2017 to 2021, I proudly served as the Local Campaign Chair for the United Negro College Fund.
I am an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., the American Dental Association, the Georgia Dental Association, the SaMarc Foundation Board of Advisors, the UNCF Columbus Campaign Steering Committee, the Columbus Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, and the Midtown Inc. Board of Directors. I also serve as Chairman of the Advisory Board at Columbus Tech Dental Health.
Above all, family is my priority. Motherhood is my greatest joy, and I am the proud parent of Jasmine Kiara and Jordan Cook, as well as a loving grandmother to Caleb. Much of my free time is happily spent supporting my children and grandson in their many activities whether theater, soccer, basketball, or track and field. Outside of dentistry, nothing brings me greater joy than gathering with my loved ones to laugh, talk, and share life together.
FORMER SPEAKERS
REP. TREMAINE “TEDDY” REESE, 2024 | QUEEN RASHEEDA ALI ‘65, 2023 | GA STATE SENATOR ED HARBISON, 2019 DR. KEVIN D. ROME, SR. ’84, 2018 | KATONGA L. WRIGHT, ESQ, 2017 | ETHALYN KIRBY ’60, 2016
BENNIE NEWROTH ’62, 2015 | WALLACE DAVIS ’62, 2014 | THE HONORABLE CALVIN SMYRE, 2013, THE HONORABLE JOHN D. ALLEN ’61, 2012 | ETHALYN KIRBY’60, 2011 KICKOFF SPEAKER
PROGRAMME
Mistress of Ceremony: Josie Johnson
Musical Prelude...........................................................Gregory B. Miller, Musician
Posting of the Colors.........................................Spencer High School JROTC Color Guard
Opening...............................................................................Josie Johnson W.H. SPencer House Restoration Committee
Invocation...............................................................Reverend Valerie Thompson Revelation Missionary Baptist Church
Welcome/Occasion.............................................................Pauline I. Johnson ‘70 Vice President, W.H. Spencer Golden Owelettes, Inc./SHRC
Greetings............................................The Honorable Mayor Berry H. “Skip” Henderson Mayor, City of Columbus, Georgia
The Honorable Mayor Eddie D. Lowe Mayor, Phenix City, Alabama
Dr. David E. Lewis Superintendent, MCSD
Musical Selection.......................... “Never Walk Alone”.........................Gregory B. Miller
In Memoriam.......................................................................Marion Jones ‘72 W.H. Spencer Golden Owlettes, Inc.
Grace...................................................................Reverend Valerie Thompson
LUNCH
Soft Music
Introduction of Speaker..................................................Rep. Tremaine “Teddy” Reese Georgia State Representative House District 140
Musical Selection........................ “The Impossible Dream”........................Gregory B. Miller
Speaker..................................................................Cathy L. Cook, DDS, FICOI Cook Denal Care/Revelation Missionary Baptist Church
PRESENTATIONS
The Nathaniel Carter Spirit/W.H. Spencr House Legacy Awards
Recognition of the Classes of the 5s............................................Queen Rasheeda Ali ‘65 W. H. Spencer Golden Owlettes, SHRC
Updates/Appeals....................................................Edith Coleman ‘69/Eva Smith ‘62 W. H. Specncer Golden Owlettes/SHRC
Door Prizes.........................Edith Carter ‘62/Florence Dawkins/Marion Jones/Lilian P. Jones ‘67
Remarks/Acknowledgments..............................................Brenda P. Augustus ‘62 SHRC
Retiring of the Colors........................................Spencer High School JROTC Color Guard
Benediction..............................................................Reverend Valerie Thompson
Postlude
THE STORY OF WILLIAM HENRY SPENCER AND
THE BIRTH OF THE SPENCER HOUSE
William Henry Spencer was born in Columbus on September 21, 1857. His father, Henry Spencer, was a blacksmith and his mother passed away when he was very young. He attended the schools Columbus afforded African Americans, which was up to the ninth grade at the time. After his graduation he applied for a teaching position. He was assigned to a school in Harris County. Mr. Spencer later returned to Columbus where he served the school system as a grade teacher. During his tenure, he became principal of the former Fifth Avenue School and the first Superintendent of Colored Schools. He was dedicated to promoting efforts to improve the curriculum for these schools for people of color in Columbus.
Due to segregation, African-American parents from Columbus had to send their children to Fort Valley, Tuskegee, or Atlanta for education beyond ninth grade. Mr. Spencer faced great opposition, although he died in 1925, his persistence triumphed five years later when Spencer High School was formerly dedicated on November 29, 1932.
The construction of the Spencer House began in June of 1912. It was built by Dudley Lumber Company of Columbus. Mr. Spencer moved his wife and five children from their previous home 515 4th Avenue to their new house in the fall of that same year. The home is a good example of an early 20th Century Classical Revival architecture and American Foursquare house type. The exterior classical elements include the Corinthian columns and dentil molding on the front porch. Inside, the millwork, especially the mantel pieces, showcases the classical style. It was also a custom designed home for his family. It has five bedrooms upstairs (one for each child) and two bedrooms downstairs. The home was given to Muscogee County School District in the late 1970’s by William Spencer’s remaining two daughters. The Golden Owlettes, Inc., a Spencer High Alumni Association (organized on September 9, 1972), purchased the home in 1978. The home was listed on the National Register that same year.
THE KEEPERS OF THE HOUSE
The Golden Owlettes are a non-profit organization from Spencer High School Alumni. They were chosen by the Spencer family to undertake the proud responsibilities of maintaining and sharing this important part of the history of Columbus, Georgia. The house was to be a living memorial and national shrine for Mr. William Henry Spencer. The Owlettes are the guardians responsible for preserving the residence, to allow children, the local community and tourists to learn about this site of educational achievement.
Through the years your generous contributions and efforts have helped us to maintain the upkeep of the house “Preserving A Legacy.” Today, the property has had the following restorations completed: upgraded the air conditioner and the heating systems, interior walls refinished, exterior refurbished/painted, replaced ornamental woodwork/ pillars, installed phone service and outdoor sprinkler system. A cleaning service was secured for the house and a door bell was also installed. This year, new wiring and installation was installed due to a squirrel problem.
The Legacy of the Spencer House should be preserved for generations to come. With the help of your contributions, the Owlettes can continue to restore this outstanding landmark that must never go away and never lose its status as a cornerstone for education.
The Golden Owlettes, Inc. was under the leadership and guidance of the late Catherine McBride, President. After Catherine’s untimely death, Eva Smith succeeded her and is presently serving as the President of the organization. The other dedicated officers are: Pauline I. Johnson, Vice-President, Cynthia Harmon, Treasurer, Marion Jones, Financial Secretary/Sergeant-At-Arms and Thelma Anderson, Chaplain. Members: Queen Rasheeda Ali, Edith Carter, Edith Coleman, Florene Dawkins, Evelyn Merritts, Cheryl Moring, Edith Spencer and Doris Turner.
Kenneth M. Henson, Jr. was born in Columbus, GA. He graduated from Columbus High School in 1971. He then attended Davidson College in North Carolina and graduated in 1975. After college, Ken went to law school at the University of Georgia and graduated in December 1977. He was blessed that he was able to finish his education with no debt and had a place to practice law with his dad starting in 1979. His initial legal career was a prosecutor with the State Court Solicitor’s Office. Ken has practiced law in Columbus since 1977. Since 2015, Ken has also renovated historic properties and developed new apartments in the Uptown area. He is married to Chris Henson and they have five children. Ken has donated, liberally, to the continual restoration and maintenance of the Historic Spencer House for several plus years.
Rev. Richard A. Jessie, FHC Executive Director of Restoration, is a 1979 Spencer High School graduate. He is a member of Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church of Columbus, GA. Rev. Jessie was instrumental in the restoration and preservation of the Historic Claflin School (the first school built in Columbus, GA for former slaves). Also, Rev. Jessie did some column repairs and carved all of the new spindle replacements at the Spencer House preserving its historic integrity. He loves traveling and taking good road trips. Rev. Jessie wants to start back playing ping pong and music. As a matter of fact, three years ago, he rejoined the Spencer High School marching band. One of his mantra is he can’t help but to “SANA- MI” which means, “see a need and meet it.”
Mirchelle Johnson is a 1962 graduate of Spencer High School and a 1966 graduate of Paine College, Augusta, GA. She was Top Sales Person at WOKS-WFXE Radio. Mirchelle was the first black and one of only five Sales People in the Columbus Market, who earned the Professional Certification Title CRMC (Certified Radio Marketing Consultant) given by the National Radio Advertising Bureau Inc. She, also, earned Top Sales Person at WTVM-TV 9. She was a volunteer member of A. J. McClung YMCA membership drive. She served 15 years at the River Center for the Performing Arts, and 9 years at the National Infantry Museum (NIM). Mirchelle retired from AFLAC Sales after a successful career. She is a 75 Year member of Holsey Chapel CME Church. Mirchelle has been a sustaining monetary supporter of the SHRC annually!
Bennie B. Newroth is a Retired Social Worker and Political Lobbyist. She is a 1962 graduate of Spencer High School. While at Spencer she was a member of the National Honor Society and a cheerleader. She was in the same homeroom for four years with Nathaniel Carter and they lived on the same street in East Highland. She is a graduate of North Carolina A & T State University and Columbia University. Bennie’s training and passion are social work and community involvement. Those activities lead to political activism and her last job Director of Government Relations for Columbus Regional. She views herself as an advocate for social change. Bennie was the co-chair of the SPLOST that provided for the new William H. Spencer High School. She has served as campaign manager for several of our local politicians. She is an active member of St. Mary’s Road United Methodist Church. Bennie is very interested in Black History and has authored two books dedicated to preserving our history. She is a proud mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Bennie served as the Green & Gold Luncheon Keynote Speaker in 2015. She is a loyal and devoted supporter of the SHRC.
|2024|Lula Huff, Justin Krieg, Willie Searcy, Catherine Williams |2023|Sara Davis, Dr. Charlie W. Johnson, Charles Smith, Ministr Christopher Wallace |2019|John H. Davis, Lt. Colonel M. Forman, Michelle Perryman |2018|Larry Anderson, Jerry Givens, Norman Holloway, James “ Monk” Johnson, Rosa D. Patterson |2017| Reginal Griffin, Ethalyn Kirby |2016| Dorothy Goodman, Lawrence Johnson, Dr. Eddie D. Powell |2015|Pauline I. Johnson, Johnny Warner, Marcus Williams
Organization Of The Spencer House Restoration Committee
The Spencer House, located at 745 Veterans Parkway, had been in existence for years without restoration and maintenance. Although comments were made about the extremely poor condition of the property, no one stepped forward with a plan to restore it until Eva Harvey Smith ‘62 was determined that something had to be done. She in turn contacted fifteen (15) individuals, mostly Spencer Alumni and asked them to meet at the Veterans Parkway Burger King on Sunday, July 11, 2010, at 5:30 pm.
The purpose of the meeting was to plan and devise ways to restore the house, making it a functional part of the community. Those in attendance were: Thelma Anderson, Brenda Augustus, Kathy Branscomb, Claude Brownlee (deceased), Ann Davis, Lewis Dawson (deceased), Annette Flewellen, Charlie Fortson (deceased), Marian Hammons, Catherine McBride (deceased), Bennie Newroth, Calvin Perry, Horace Senior, Jessie Stanley,
Gloria Stroy (deceased), Gloria Weston-Smart and Eva Smith. The group formed what is now known as the Spencer House Restoration Committee (SHRC). A member of the Columbus Historic Foundation, Justin Krieg, was also invited and attended as a consultant.
Brenda Augustus served as the first chairperson, followed by Ann Davis. Other officers included Eva Smith, Co-Chair, Gloria Stroy, Secretary (deceased), Annette Flewellen, Treasurer, and Kathy Branscomb, Financial Secretary. Other members are: Marjorie Jackson, Richard Jesse, Josie Johnson, Pauline I. Johnson, Lillian Pat Jones, Willie Searcy and Burma Williams. The group welcomed two new members to our organization; they are Doris Turner and Gerald Turner.
Queen Rasheeda Ali served as the Chairperson and Dr. Burma Williams Co-Chair of the SHRC 2024. Kudos to both; job well done.
The Spencer House stands as a legacy to the life of William H. Spencer and our efforts of hard work toward making it all happen through fundraising, community support and love.
However, our work is not finished as we continue to solicit your support as we tackle the interior/exterior for the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of the house.
Please make checks/money orders payable and mail to: W. H. Spencer House Restoration Committee P. O. Box 1516-Columbus, Georgia 31902 Eva Smith 706-687-9834 or Spencer House 706-992-6461
Former Rep. Calvin Smyre & Dean of the GA House of Representatives
Calvin Smyre
The former State Representative/ Dean of the GA House of Representatives, Calvin Smyre, is a business executive, state legislator, community, and national leader. He earned his B. S. degree from Fort Valley State Universiy (1970), majoring in Business Administration. Dean Smyre was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letter Degree from Morehouse School of Medicine, 2015. His career path has taken him from being a community organizer and director of the ”War on Poverty” program in Columbus, Georgia, 1972, Executive Vice President (Retired) Corporate External Affairs, Synovus, and President (Retired) of the Synovus Foundation. He retired from Synovus based in Columbus on December 31, 2014, after 38 years of service. In 1974, he was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives as its youngest member at 27 years of age. Retired Rep. Smyre, a 48 year legislative veteran, was the longest serving member of the Georgia General Assembly when he retired January 9, 2023. He was honored by the House of Representatives with the title “Dean” of the GA House of Representatives. Nationally, he is President Emeritus of the National Black Caucus of State Legistlators. Dean Smyre is Chairman of the Fountain City Classic, Inc., a former member of the Board of Trustees of Morehouse School of Medicine, the Chairman of the Fort Valley State University Foundation, a member of Omega Psi Phi and Sigma Pi Phi Fraternities and many other prestigious organizations. In June of 2022, President Joe Biden appointed him to serve as Ambassador to the Commonwealth of the Bahamas. Recently, Morehouse School of Medicine named a building after the retired Georgia Rep. Calvin Smyre. Represntative Smyre was born in Columbus, Georgia. He is a life-long member of Greater Ward Chapel A.M.E. and serves as a member of the Board of Trustees. He has one deceased daughter and two grandchildren. He was instrumental in securing one of three roof replacements for the Spencer House and contributed genereous amount of his resources and monetary donations towards “Preserving A Legacy” throughout the years. Rep. Smyre has served as the Honorary Chairman for the William H. Spencer House Restoration Committee for eleven years.
Retired Superior Court Judge John D. Allen
The Late Retired Chief Superior Court Judge John D. Allen was a longtime Muscogee County Senior Court Judge in Columbus, Georgia. He was a prominent figure in the legal community, serving as chief judge of the Chattahoochee Circuit for two decades before retiring in 2013. Over Judge Allen’s distinguished career, he spent 30 years on the bench. He was widely respected for being a trail blazer and often praised for his fair but compassionate approach to the law and those who came before his court. Judge Allen grew up in the Booker T. Washington public housing complex and graduated from Spencer High School, class of 1961. He graduated from Tuskegee University becoming an Air Force F-4 Phantom Pilot, an attorney and eventually a Superior Court Judge. The Honorable Judge John D. Allen made a huge impact in our city, state, and nation. He was a giant of a man. Judge Allen was recognized as a distinguished man and was a respected role model for most. He served as the Honorary Chair, without pomp and circumstance until his untimely transition from this earth. He was a benevolent, an unrelenting and unwavering supporter of the historic Spencer House. Judge Allen transitioned to his heavenly home Sunday, February 16, 2025. He is truly missed by the city of Columbus, state of Georgia and nationally.
Spencer House Past Legacy Award Recipients 2024
Ann Davis, Annette Flewellen, Marian Hammons, Charlotte Frazier(Posthumously), Mary Francis- Hill Watson(Posthumously)
PLANNING
Brenda S. Augustus
Pauline I. Johnson
Eva H. Smith
Dr. Burma S. Williams
PROGRAM
Dr. Burma Williams, Chair
Brenda S. Augustus, Co-Chair
Pauline I. Johnson, Co-Chair
DECORATIONS
Sara Davis
Barbara Lee
Eva H. Smith
Maggie Stephens
SOUVENIR BOOKLET/SINGLE PROGRAM
Brenda S. Augustus, SHRC
Siobhan Nicole Hardy
DGL Print and Design
BUDGET/FINANCE/TICKETS
Cynthia Harmon
Eva H. Smith
RECIPIENTS/AWARDS/ PLAQUES
Brenda S. Augustus
Edith Carter
Dr. Burma Williams
PUBLICITY
Queen Rasheeda Ali
Pauline I. Johnson
Eva H. Smith
RECEPTIONISTS
Evelyn Merritts
Cynthia Harmon
WILL CALL
Marion Jones
Thelma Anderson
HOSPITALITY
Edith Coleman
Cheryl Moring
Gerald Turner
Josie Johnson
Marjorie Jackson
Willie Searcy
Edith Spencer
Doris Turner
DOOR PRIZES
Edith Carter
Lillian “Pat” Jones
Marion Jones
Florene Dawkins
SPONSORS/COMMUNITY SUPPORTERS
Brenda S. Augustus
Pauline I. Johnson
Eva H. Smith
Rev. Richard Jessie
COLOR GUARD
William H. Spencer JROTC
First Sgt. Karen George
LTC Byron Dobson
ENTERTAINMENT
Gregory B. Miller, Music/Soloist
PHOTOGRAPHER/ VIDEOGRAPHER
John Davis, Davis Video Creations
POWERPOINT
PRESENTATION
Michael King, Images Video Productions
W. H. SPENCER HOUSE RESTORATION COMMITTEE
Our Gratitude
The members of The Spencer House Restoration Committee & the W.H. Spencer Golden Owlettes, Inc. extend to all of you, our heart-felt thanks for your willingness to participate in our efforts to continue with the restoration of the Spencer House. Special thanks to Dr. Burma S. Williams, Green and Gold Luncheon Program Chair of this illustrious event, along with Brenda S. Augustus and Pauline I. Johnson serving as co-chairs.
To the Spencer House Green & Gold Luncheon Committee members…many thanks for your loyalty, devotion and commitment you provided toward the success for our 11th Annual fundraising affair.
We extend our deepest appreciation to Dr. Cathy L. Cook for accepting to be our Keynote Speaker. Thank you!
To The Honorable Mayor Berry H. ”Skip” Henderson, Columbus, Georgia, Dr. David Lewis, Superintendent of the Muscogee County School District and The Honorable Mayor Eddie N. Lowe, Phenix City, Alabama, The Honorable Tremaine “ Teddy” Reese, House District 140 and Reverend Valerie Thompson, Revelation Missionary Baptist Church…thank you for your support!
We thank you Josie Johnson for serving, again, as our Mistress of Ceremony, guiding us through this momentous celebration.
We extend our special gratitude to all program participants, who so graciously accepted our invitation to take part in our Annual Green and Gold Luncheon, “Preserving A Legacy”, fundraiser event. Thank you!
In recognition and acknowledgement to the Presenting, Emerald, Gold, Silver and Bronze Sponsors for their monetary donations for the ongoing preservation of the Spencer House…thank you!
To our Greenwave, Owl and Community Supporters… we thank you for your contributions toward preserving the legacy of the Spencer House throughout these many years and hopefully for generations to come.
Thanks, especially, to those of you who purchased and donated tickets to a well deserving student to be in attendance to our 11th Annual Green and Gold Luncheon this year!
To you who purchased tickets, your contributions and attendance is invaluable to us and we appreciate your support. To the W.H. Spencer JROTC Color Guard, First Sergeant Karen George and LTC Byron Dobson, we thank you for your yearly participation in our annual event! Special thanks to Gregory B. Miller for sharing his musical talent, John Davis for the photos, Michael King for his PowerPoint/Video presentation! Thanks Greg Conkel for your technical contributions as well.
We commend Sara Davis and her staff for the decorations they provided for this noteworthy occasion!
Thanks to the W.H. Spencer Golden Owlettes, Inc., the keepers of the house, for their ticket sales/sponsors contributions. Also, for their participation manning the Reception/Will Call tables and serving as Hostesses for this special event.
To the St. Luke Ministry Center, thank you Lisa Marie Ming and staff for the excellent accommodations and customer service you provided!
Congratulations to the 2025 Nathaniel Carter Spirit and the W. H. Spencer House Legacy Award Recipients!
Thank you Edith Carter for donating the TV in honor of your late husband Nathaniel Carter!
This year, the SHRC/Golden Owlettes, Inc. honors Catherine T. Williams ’60 and the Honorable Superior Court Judge John D. Allen ’61 in remembrance of their invaluable support and dedicated service they provided toward the continued restoration and preservation of the historic Spencer House during their lifetime.