Chapter Members
Sis. Ora Pettiford, Worthy Matron
Ora Pettiford was born in Memphis, TN. She is married and the proud parent of six beautiful kids. Their children are the motivation that keeps them going from day to day. She has an Associate’s Degree in Applied Science of Accounting, a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, a Master’s Degree in Accounting and Financial Management, a Master's Degree in Business Administration and is currently working on her Doctorate Degree in Advanced Accounting. She attends Carter Temple C. M. E. Church where her husband, Rev. Tyrone Pettiford is the pastor. Her favorite food is pasta and bread. She absolutely loves to cook and provide for her family. Some of her hobbies are reading, sleeping, dancing, and shopping.
Bro. Xavier Frank, Worthy Patron 33°
Sis. Tiffany Davis, Marshal
Tiffany M. Davis was born and raised in Dallas, TX to the parentage of Andrea and Donald Davis. She is the oldest of three children and the only girl. She is a 1995 graduate of South Oak Cliff High School located in Dallas, TX. She attended the University of Texas at Arlington where she studied Business Management. She is the mother of two children Tahlia age 16 and Madison age 10 who tend to keep her relatively busy. Her hobbies include: tracing my family heritage, reading, walking, listening to music, watching movies, and supporting her girls in their activities.
Sis. Joyce Thomas, Associate Matron
Joyce Thomas was born and reared in the small town of Uniontown, AL. She is the eldest of 3 girls. She has been married for 20 years to my husband “E” and we have two children together. She is a disabled Marine Corps Veteran and now a Marine Corps Spouse. She loves to cook, shoot pool, go to the shooting range, ride her motorcycle, and watch football. Cowboys is her favorite NFL team and Alabama Crimson Tide is her College team. She moved to TX in 2013 from San Diego, CA.
Sis. Erika Cotton, Treasurer
Erika was born in Memphis, TN and graduated from Hamilton High School in 1999. She graduated from the University of Memphis with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and received her Master's Degree in Business Administration from Strayer University. Her and her husband, Terrance Cotton, along with their three sons relocated to Dallas, TX in 2011. She works as a Human Resources Coordinator and Project Manager for a small minority owned company. She is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. She is a big sports fan with quite a few favorite teams. She enjoys attending sporting events, listening to music, reading fictional literature, shopping, traveling, serving her community and spending time with family and friends.
Sis. Djuanvonda Williams, Secretary
DJ Williams was born in New Orleans, LA. She is the proud mother of one daughter and one son. Her and her husband, Terrence Williams, are U. S. Navy Retirees. She graduated from Marion Abramson High School in New Orleans, joined the military, and moved to Norfolk, VA. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from Columbia College. She is the owner of Infinite Moment Photography and a Real Estate Agent. She loves to laugh, shop and be around family and friends.
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Sis. Rutha Dotson-Williams, Star Point: Adah
Sis. Aretha Fisher, Star Point: Martha
Aretha was born in Oakland, CA. She is the mother of 3 and the Bibi (Grandmother in Swahili) to 3. She relocated to Texas in 2010, and began working as a Clinical Psychologist with Parkland Hospital in 2011, where she is currently employed. Aretha received her bachelor's degree from the University of California, Berkley in Psychology and Social Work, a master's degree in Counseling Psychology with a certificate in conflict resolution from Golden Gate University, a doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology, emphasis in Gender Studies from California School of Professional Psychology/CSPP, and a postdoctoral master's degree in Clinical Psychopharmacology from Alliant International University/CSPP. She is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. She enjoys traveling all around the world, cooking, eating tacos and watching sappy romantic movies.
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Sis. Jeanie Williams, Star Point: Electa
Jennie was born in Henderson, TX. She was the 8th of 9 children. She wed in matrimony to the late Barney Williams were the bore three children. After the passing of her husband, Jennie relocated to Dallas, TX where she united with the Kirkwood Temple CME Church family. She is a member of the choir and Missionary Society. She enjoys her family, grandchildren and reading.
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Sis. Robin Taylor, Conductress
Robin is a native of Jackson, MS. She attended thee Alcorn State University and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Biology in May 2015. While at Alcorn she played trumpet in the prestigious Sounds of Dyn-o-Mite Marching Band. She enjoys eating, cooking and spending time with family and friends in her spare time.
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Sis. Shante Ladson, Associate Conductress
Shante was born in San Antonio, TX. She relocated to Dallas, TX when she attended Paul Quinn College. She received her bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice. Shante began her journey as a Dallas County Sheriff's Department in March 2006. In 2007, she became a Deputy Sheriff and one of four females to join the Special Response Team. She is the mother of three children and a member of Kirkwood Temple CME Church where she serves as an Usher, a Choir Member, Praise Dance Instructor, teacher in the Children's department, Domestic Violence Ministry and the security team. She likes to jog, listen to music, sing and be out doors.
Sis. Jennifer Stephens-Hall, Chaplain
Jennifer Stephens-Hall is a native of Temple, TX. She graduated from Temple College with an Associates Degree in Business and is a graduate of both the Court Reporting Institute of Dallas and Richland College with Associated of Arts & Science. she graduated from the University of Noth Texas at Dallas where she completed her Bachelor of Applied Arts and Science Degree in Public Affairs/Community Service. Jennifer also received her Management Certification from SMU Cox School of Business. She is a member of Bold, Bald, and Beautiful for Alopecia Areata Awareness and a Board Member of Khemo Kute, a movement to empower and encourage all breast cancer survivors, whether recently diagnosed or receiving treatment by offering social activities and emotional support. Jennifer is the proud mother of two beautiful kids and an active member of her church, Community Missionary Baptist Church of Desoto where she serves as Deaconess, choir member, and youth ministry leader.
Sis. April Fininen, Warder
April was born in Dallas, TX. She attended Roosevelt High School and graduated from North Texas job Corps. She also attended Texas College for 2 years. Along with her husband, Derrick Fininen, they are the proud parents of three boys. She is a member of Kirkwood Temple CME Church where she serves on the Usher Board, is a choir member and a toddler teacher in the Christian Children's Corner. She is the owner of April's Academy of Angels. Her favorite color is red, favorite food is seafood, and in her down time, she likes to spend time with her family and friends.
Sis. Tanesha Taylor, Star Point: Esther
Tanesha is a Banking Specialist at Octane Lending, located in New York City where she analyzes approvals for personal loans. She graduated from South Oak Cliff High School in Dallas, TX. She is currently working towards a bachelor's degree in Psychology, with plans to continue to pursue her education with a master's degree. Tanesha has over 15 years' experience in Banking, Customer Relations and Management working with established banks such as Ally Bank and Santander Consumer USA. Tanesha values family and believes with God all things are possible. Tanesha enjoys cooking, reading and listening to live music. Tanesha also has a strong passion for encouraging other moms that struggle with postpartum and caring for preemie children.
Sis. Sherry Saddler, Star Point: Ruth
Sherry is the mother of one daughter and three grandsons. She works for the Dallas Independent School District and Golden Gate Funeral Home. She loves to praise God, watch action movies, plant flowers, dance, fish and spend time with family and friends.