KERNERSVILLE — The Holy Cross Columbiettes Auxiliary 8509 of Kernersville celebrated their 25th anniversary Oct. 13 with Mass celebrated by Father Noah Carter followed by a memorial service for all the deceased Columbiettes.
A candle was lit by the Auxiliary President Diane Frankenfield and Sentinel Rosemary Vasko, as a bell was rung for each lady by Financial Secretary Sandra Kempka and Committee Head Verna Kellum. To finish up the special day, the ladies attended a brunch at a local restaurant.
Charter Members were presented with a certificate, congratulatory speeches were given by Ginny Grant, N.C. State President, Megan Hauser, the 1st NC State President, and Maggie Herbstritt, Western Chapter President. The Holy Cross Worthy Grand Knight, Ed Christian, Worthy Deputy Grand Knight, Dave Kempka, and Columbiette liaison, Dennis Muelker, were also in attendance and performed the opening blessing, the presentation of roses to the charter members and a closing blessing, In addition, the Knights presented a check to the auxiliary to donate to their favorite charity.’
— Photo provided by Patricia Dmuchowski