1983 - Flanagan, Illinois, USA

1983 Annual Jones Family Reunion

The 14th Jones Family Reunion was held June 24, 1983 at the home of Fred and Betty Heidenreich at Flanagan, Illinois.

Minutes of the 1982 meeting were read and approved. Rollan and Marilyn were thanked once again for the nice time everyone had in North Carolina.

Due to the high cost of food and accessories, it had become necessary to raise the dues,
$25.00 per couple
$15.00 per single person (married or single)
$15.00 per guest

In the event that only 1/2 of a married couple were able to attend, the also would pay only $15.00. It was also suggested that children 2 to 12 be charged $2.00 each, and childred 12 to 16 be charged $5.00. The motion was approved and seconded by Tom Heidenreich and Dolores Mitchell. Dues collected for 1983 were $290.00. The bills were $299.00

Motion made to have reunion every year and agreed to pass it around. It will be in Michigan in 1984 around June 22nd.

It is hoped everyone enjoued the food prepared for them for the 2 days they were here. The menu which consists of bar-b-que chicken, salads, pies, cakes and cookies. On Sunday pancakes and sausage, roast beef, chicken and more cakes, pies, and desserts.

There were 43 guests on Saturday and 43 were present on Sunday. Games of baseball, volleyball and cards were enjoyed plus what has become an annual event, a water fight. Rollan has suggested that all kids, young or old be supplied with a water gun or spray bottle.

Thanks of appreciation for all their help was extended to Grandma (Elverda Jones) and Dolores Mitchell from Betty for all their help. Fred and Betty also thanked their sons, daughters and daughters and son-in-laws for all their work in providing the frame work for the shelter, since it was impossible to locate a tent.

Vivian wants each family to write a summary of their family history and a few outstanding events. There were 2 births since the 1982 reunion they are, Jason Micheal Kindlespire on July 10, 1982, to Jeff and LuAnn (Mitchell) Kindlespire. Also Lisa Daniella Cash, born on November 10, 1982 to Paul and Cheryl Cash.

It was suggested that each family bring 2 or 3 of their favorite recipes, kids and grownups alike. It would be nice to get a family cookbook started. The more recipes the better. We also hope to have a craft fair to raise money to be used toward reunion expenses.

Those coming the farthest were Dolores Mitchell, LuAnn, Jay, Jason Kindlespire of Marianna, Florida. Also David, David Kurtis, and Shauna Beth from Norman, Oklahoma and Rollan and Marilyn Jones from Lincolnton, North Carolina.

Elverda Jones was the oldest and Jason Kindlespire the youngest present.

Guest present on Saturday were Host and hostess - Fred and Betty Heidenreich.

Guests
Elverda Jones
Horace and Vivian Hutchins
Rollan and Marilyn Jones
Dolores Mitchell
Donald and RoseAnn Jones
Karen and Neal Kukman with Andy, Amy
KuAnn Kindlespire with Jay, Jason
Tom and Evelyn Heidenreich
Kevin, Kent, Angela Heidenreich
Tim, Marie Heidenreich with Timmy, Erik
Bill and Cindy Durre
Linda Heidenreich
Tim Fornero
David Heidenreich with David Kurtis, Shauna Beth
Fred and Reta Heidenreich with Jennifer Ann
Richard Heidenreich
Linda and Randy McCloskey
Wilbur and Viola Carson with Grandsons Jeff, Mike Grubar

Sunday Guests were all the above plus:
Fred Heidenreich with Jennifer Ann
Edgar and Adele Phillips
Beverly Adrian
Joan Derango with Rusty, Terry Derango
Ruth (Snell) Thorsen and Friend with Tammy Jones and a guest

Dues collected for 1983 were:
Fred, Betty Heidenreich - $20.00 - 2
Horace, Vivian Hutchins - $20.00 - 2
Rollan, Marilyn Jones - $20.00 - 2
Donald, RoseAnn Jones - $20.00 - 4
Neal, Karen Kukman - $20.00 - 4
Fred, Reta Heidenreich - $20.00 - 3
Bill, Cindy Durre - $20.00 - 2
Linda Heidenreich - $20.00 - 2
Dolores Mitchell - $10.00 - 1
Tom, Evelyn heidenreich - $20.00 - 5
Tim, Marie Heidenreich - $20.00 - 4
Rick Heidenreich - $20.00 - 3
David Heidenreich - $10.00 - 3
Ed, Adele Phillips - $20.00 - 4
Viola, Wilbur Carson - $20.00 - 4

by Unknown; Re-typed and slightly edited by Cheryl Jones Cash.