Happy New Year Everyone.

Happy New Years Everybody!!!!

Kathy and June

Myrna Smith Passed Away Last Night

From Megan Murphy: It is with deep sadness that we inform you all that Myrna Smith passed away last night. After a difficult battle, she now will rest in peace. Personally, I would like to thank Carole Drexler who was by Myrna's side and gave her lots of TLC and support. Carole also kept us all informed on Myrna's condition and passed along our thoughts and wishes to Myrna. Thank you Carole.
http://backinmemphis.blogspot.com/2010/12/myrna-smith-has-passed-away.html

Those of us who knew Myrna appreciated her sense of humor, her beautiful spirit and her incredible voice. She has now joined that heavenly choir. May she rest in peace and may her memory live in our hearts always.


2-23-73
From Elvis On Tour


Myrna Smith, lead singer and an original member of The Sweet Inspirations, spent 8 years working with Elvis Presley on national concert tours and recordings. She sung on over 500 hit records. In the 1960s, Myrna was a high school teacher in South Brunswick, New Jersey while pursing her singing career. Smith was a beloved member of the Elvis family Myrna was also song writer who co-wrote many of the songs for Carl Wilson's 1981 solo album Carl Wilson as well as a few of the songs on his 1983 solo album Youngblood.

She worked with stars from Aretha Franklin to Van Morrison and has provided the world with some of the best soulful harmonies that have ever been recorded.

How the Sweets came to be: The Sweets formed in 1967 with Estelle, Sylvia and Myrna. They were all from New Jersey originally. Sylvia was from North Carolina but as a teenager she went to New York and her sister Judy Clay, another famous soul singer, was also a part of the 1950's gospel group The Drinkard Sisters who would eventually become The Sweets.

She said of Elvis: "His voice was a lot more remarkable than it ever came off on record ... He was just a much better singer than could ever be captured...Some great singers' voices are just too big. Elvis' was like that."

Update on Myrna Smith December 24

From Sandi Pichon

As you know Hospice means the end is near. We lift Myrna up to our Lord and pray that He will be merciful to her. Her beautiful soprano voice will soon join that Heavenly choir...I ask that you pray for Myrna, and that her financial needs will be met. Thank you.
Sandi
----- Original Message -----
From: Drexler, Carole
12/23/10

Dear All:

This is a hard Email for me to write. Myrna is still in the hospital & I found out last night that hospice has been brought in. This means that dialysis treatments have been stopped and no other life support procedures will be implemented. I visited Myrna last night, it is very hard indeed to see her like this. But, I do believe this is what is best for Myrna, because for some time now she has been existing (not living), & she has been getting progressively worse. I will do my best to keep you updated. Please keep Myrna in your prayers.

Please Note: (i) Please don't send cards or mail to Myrna at the Canyon Oaks Center address at this time. Myrna's friend Diane will pick up the mail accumulated there & we will read it to Myrna. (ii) At this time, I don't know what Myrna's immediate financial needs will be, so you may want to hold off sending checks to Myrna's account at Premier America Credit Union until I know & can inform you. I do promise that they money so lovingly donated will continue to be used only for Myrna's expenses.

Carole

Update on Myrna Smith

12/16/2010

This just in from Carole Drexler

All:

Visited Myrna Sunday, she is back at Canyon Oaks, same room (address below). Thanks for all the great cards you keep sending, there were quite a lot to read to Myrna & I know it really helps her to know how many people love her & care about her. We read all of the cards to Myrna & show them to her. There were some pretty yellow flowers from fans in Belgium - thank you. Myrna sleeps much of the time & needs a lot of care as she is not able to do things for herself. Thank you to those who have sent checks to Myrna's account, she appreciate your help. The money has been & will be used for Myrna's immediate medical/care needs. Please keep Myrna in your prayers.

Carole

The address for sending cards to Myrna is:
Myrna Smith
Canyon Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Room 408A
22029 Saticoy Street
Canoga Park, CA 91303
USA

More Information Regarding Sherrill Nielsen

Sherrill (Shaun) Nielsen

Good Morning to All My Friends
For all who have requested more information regarding my Friend SHERRILL (SHAUN) NIELSEN ... below is a press release from his wife Brenda.
Your friend .... Donnie
------------------------------------------------
SHERRILL (SHAUN) NIELSEN
Famous Southern Gospel Singer and Elvis Presley’s favorite singer, SHERRILL (SHAUN) NIELSEN, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, December 10, 2010. His devoted wife, Brenda Hall Nielsen, was by his side and held his hand as he crossed over the River Jordan.

Services will be under the direction of Moss Funeral Services, 1901 2nd Ave, N.W., Cullman, AL. The great So. Gospel Concert and Homecoming Celebration of Sherrill’s life and ministry will be held at the First Church of Nazarene, 5415 AL Hwy 157, Cullman, AL with Pastor Aaron Coffey officiating. Music, song and praise will be performed by many legends in the So. Gospel world of music.

Sherrill (Shaun) Nielsen, will be flown to the great state of Texas and buried next to Sherrill and Brenda’s only child, SherRee’ Elicia Nielsen, in the Cathedral in the Pines Cemetery, in Tyler, TX.

He was born September 10, 1942, in Montgomery, AL to Virginia Evelyn Jackson and Charlie Whitaker. He graduated from Robert E. Lee in Montgomery AL and then onto Trevecca Nazarene College in Nashville, TN. He then proudly served his country serving in the Air Force with the Air Force Strategic Command Band, Omaha, NE.

Little did the world know what to expect when Sherrill was born. God gave him one of the most amazing tenor voices today. Sherrill started his singing career at the age of 4 singing in his local Nazarene Church in Montgomery AL, where Mom and Dad Speer attended. Sherrill started his professional music career at the tender age of 14. He won the Mr. America Youth Singer at the Coliseum in Montgomery AL. At age 15, he cut his first solo LP – A Name I Highly Treasure.

In 1961, he joined the Singing Speer Family. While with the Singing Speer Family he was inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. This was the stepping stone for his legendary 50 plus year career in So. Gospel Music. Sherrill teamed up with Jake Hess and formed the Illustrious Imperial Quartet, which won him another induction into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame.

In late 1966, Sherrill moved to California and re-joined the Songfellows Quartet headed up by Bob Jones, Sr. He then moved on to the Plainsmen who was working with Gov. Jimmie Davis. Performed with Tom Paul and the Glaser Brothers. Then had a solo career and later put together a group that Elvis later named VOICE. He was singing at the Grand Ole Opry when he got the call from the Elvis Presley Assn. to become Elvis’ backup singer. He stayed with Elvis, as a solo act, up until Elvis’ death in 1977.

It is well documented by Felton Jarvis, Elvis’ producer that Sherrill was Elvis’ favorite singer. In 1977, Elvis and Sherrill’s duet, “Softly As I Leave You” was nominated for a Grammy as “Duet of the Year”. Elvis always told him -
“Sherrill, God loves you, but He loves you best when you sing”.

He then joined Hovie Lister and the Sensational Statesmen. What a line up of talent, the best of the best. Hovie Lister, Doy Ott, Jim Hill, Big Chief and Sherrill. This earned him another induction into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Later the group transitioned into the Masters V.

In 1990, Sherrill moved to his grandfathers homeland of Denmark and stayed there for 14 years. While residing in Denmark, he began writing gospel music, he introduced Southern Gospel Music to the churches, performed concerts and traveled all over Europe. In 2004, he got a life changing e-mail from Houston TX and moved to Houston in June 2004. The life changing message was from his first love, Brenda Hall, whom he married in Dec 1963. They went their separate ways in 1967 and 40 years after the fact, the two love birds got back together, remarried and thus, he put VOICE back together.

Sherrill and Brenda performed as a duo, traveling all over the world. Sherrill just recently put together a premier gospel group “Sherrill Nielsen and VOICE, consisting of Mike Martin, Nick Fike, Sean McCaw and Sherrill.

Sherrill’s ministry has touched hearts and lives all over the world. He received two Legendary Awards for his dedication to gospel music, a Proclamation from the Governor of Alabama, and in June 2011 was scheduled to be honored by the Music City Gospel Showcase as “As Pioneer and Legendary Performer”. In March 2010, Sherrill was diagnosed with Lung Cancer.

You can read more about this amazing legend and his legacy at their website www.sherrillandbrenda.com
Preceding him in death are his grandparents, Christian Richard and Virgie Lee Jeter. His grandparents adopted him, thus, allowing him

Preceding him in death are his grandparents, Christian Richard and Virgie Lee Jeter. His grandparents adopted him, thus, allowing him to become Sherrill (Shaun) Nielsen. Sherrill and Brenda had one child, a daughter, SherRee’ Elicia Nielsen, who was killed on her 20th birthday by a drunk driver.

Survivors include his wife and the love of his life, Brenda Hall Nielsen. They were first married in 1963, went their separate ways in 1967, and remarried June 2004. Sister, Sharon Stoenner, Jacksonville FL, Sister, Jane Whitaker, Windsor, CN, Brother, Steve Stoenner, Taylors, SC and Brother, Gary Whitaker, Windsor, CN. He has cousins in the Cullman area, Dr. John Nielsen, Tommy Nielsen, Christian Nielsen and their sister, Nancy Davis from Jackson MS (all children of the late Dr. Elmer and Annie Lee Nielsen). Sherrill and Brenda have many friends that may not be blood relatives but have and hold a special place in their heart. Henrik and Mette Salomon from Svendborg, Denmark are at the top of that list. Sherrill calls Henrik his son.

Visitation will be from 12:00 noon on Thursday, December 16th until 2:00 PM. The Great Southern Gospel Concert and HOMECOMING CELEBRATION of Sherrill’s life and ministry will be at 2:00 PM (immediately following the visitation). All services will be held in the Family Life Center at the First Church of Nazarene, 5415 AL Hwy 157, Cullman, AL, with Pastor Aaron Coffey officiating.

Sherrill Nielsen Passed Away

This just in from Donnie Sumner:

I regret to inform you that MY FRIEND Sherrill (Shaun) Nielsen
passed away yesterday December 10 at about 11:00 A.M.
Sherrill fought a good fight and has now received his new body
I will miss MY FRIEND
Remember Brenda in your prayers
I haven't heard about the funeral arrangments yet
But Sherrill and Brenda have a home in Cullman AL
and I assume the memorial service will be in Cullman
I'll let all of my friends know as soon as I am informed
God bless you all
Your friend
Donnie

Shaun Nielsen's website is at:
http://www.sherrillandbrenda.com/

Saying Thanks to Our Troops

If you go to this web site, www.LetsSayThanks.com you can pick out a thank you card and Xerox will print it and it will be sent to a soldier that is currently serving in Iraq . You can't pick out who g et s it, but it will go to a member of the armed services.

How AMAZING it would be if we could g et everyone we know to send one!!! It is FREE and it only takes a second.

Wouldn't it be wonderful if the soldiers received a bunch of these? Wh et her you are for or against the war, our soldiers over there need to know we are behind them.

This takes just 10 seconds and it's a wonderful way to say thank you. Please take the time and please take the time to pass it on for others to do. We can never say enough thank you's.

Thanks for taking to time to support our military!

Happy Thanksgiving

Kathy and I would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving.

Kathy and June

Update on Myrna Smith

Just in from Sandi Pichon:

I am sad to report that Myrna's health is declining. She sleeps most of the time. Myrna does open her eyes, but not for long, she is very weak, &, other than an occasional yes or no response, she does not talk. Myrna is still getting dialysis three times a week. Myrna now has a feeding tube inserted in her stomach - her brother approved this at the end of October. I don't think Myrna recognizes me, but I sit & talk to her because I do believe that helps. Myrna's friend Diane & I read her every card & note sent (address for cards is below). Please keep Myrna in your prayers.

The address for sending cards to Myrna is:

Myrna Smith, Room 408A
Canyon Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
22029 Saticoy Street
Canoga Park, CA 91303
USA

Bank Account for Myrna Smith’s Medical & Care Expenses:
● Send a check - U.S. funds only
● Payable to: Myrna Smith
●Mail to:
Premier America Credit Union
1776 Main Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401-3297
USA

From an interview with Ray Walker

This just in from Ray Walker.
Gordon Stoker is in the hospital with pneumonia.


June

Update on Myrna Smith

From the TCB BAND

Myrna's kidney's shutting down led to her sudden failure of health. Her having
a... stroke on top of that only made her recovery even more difficut. That and
the fact that she is 67 years old doesn't help. With the latest news that she
has taken a turn for the worst usually means it's time for the family to come
and say their goodbyes. This is how it works in the medical world of one who is
on their death bed. I just hope Lisa and Priscilla take advantage of the
precious time to say goodbye. If they haven't already. I also hope her and
Martin, her son, are at peace after their differences several years ago. It
could be any day now that we get the sad news that Myrna has left us to be with
god....and Elvis.

By: TCB BAND..




 

YouTube - ELVIS PRESLEY LIVE AT WEMBLEY ENGLAND 2010 SUSPICIOUS MINDS THIS IS LIKE NO OTHER

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MQgbPBMeFn4

YouTube - ELVIS PRESLEY LIVE AT WEMBLEY ENGLAND 2010 SUSPICIOUS MINDS THIS IS LIKE NO OTHER

ḶḾṔ & Ố interview part-3

ḶḾṔ & Ố interview part-2

ḶḾṔ & Ố interview part-1

Chilean Minor Edison Pena

 

Elvis Graceland - Graceland Tour

Excerpts and Revisions

A few new pages have been added to Kathy’s website. One, a page of excerpts from the new book on her life. Two a page of revisions -- also in Kathy’s own words. http://www.kathywestmoreland.us/books.html

Update on Myrna Smith

This just in from Myrna Smith's manager. Hey all. Bad news on Myrna Smith She has a taken a turn for the worse. Does not look good. Thanks to all who have had Myrna in their thoughts and prayers. Keep it up! And special thanks to all who have donated and done fundraisers for her. Will try to keep you informed.

Elvis Presley - Bridge Over Troubled Water

American Trilogy 9 11 Tribute

Painting by Loxi Sibley

Check out Loxi Sibley's beautiful new painting of Elvis and Kathy just released today and only available on Kathy's website.  

June

http://www.kathywestmoreland.us/Loxi.html

The Sweet Inspirations sing "I'm Coming Out" from the film "THIS TIME" ...

The Sweet Inspirations sing "Say A Little Prayer" from the documentary "...

Update on Myrna Smith

Update: Myrna was admitted to Northridge Hospital with two serious infections. An account has been opened in Myrna's name at Premier America Credit Union for Myrna Smith’s Medical & Therapy Expenses:● Send a check - U.S. funds only

● Payable to: Myrna Smith

Mail to:

Premier America Credit Union

1776 Main Street

Santa Monica, CA 90401-3297.

Elvis Week 2010

Here's the link to photos of my trip to Memphis for Elvis Week 2010

http://www.kathywestmoreland.us/Memphis2010.html

June
Kathy's friend and personal assistant
http://www.kathywestmoreland.us/

Riley Keough, Elvis' Granddaughter, to Star in Latest 'Mad Max' Film | Epoch Times

 

Riley Keough, Elvis' Granddaughter, to Star in Latest 'Mad Max' Film | Epoch Times

Elvis - Benjamin Storm Keough - Benjamin Storm Keough Photos

 

Elvis - Benjamin Storm Keough - Benjamin Storm Keough Photos

Home from Memphis

I was unable to access my blogger while in Memphis for some reason but will be posting photos of my trip in the next few days.

June
Author Kathy Westmoreland: Elvis' Voice of an Angel

Elvis Week Update

I'll not only have the new book on Kathy Westmoreland in Memphis, but also some beautiful 8 X 10s of Elvis and Kathy, autographed by Kathy. I'll also have an exciting new item which will be making it's debut on August 12.

Check book signing schedule at
http://www.kathywestmoreland.us/

June

June and Kathy’s Blog
http://kathyandjunesblog.blogspot.com/

June and Kathy on Twitter
https://twitter.com/KathyandJune

Updates on June's Schedule

More updates have been added to my Memphis schedule on Kathy's webpages, as well as Buy Now buttons for those of you that would like to purchase the new book on Kathy but won't be going to Memphis.

June Moore

Elvis on Tour Last Night

The show last night was fantastic. The new Elvis on Tour includes even more of Kathy, the Sweets and the whole band. It was wonderful.

June

Elvis on Tour Today Only

Don't forget Elvis on Tour today at selected theaters. One day only.

June

Kathy on Twitter
https://twitter.com/KathyandJune

New Downloads just added

We've just added a few new songs to our download page.

http://www.kathywestmoreland.us/Kathysdownloads.html

June

New Book on Kathy

The new book on Kathy's life before, during and after Elvis is now a reality and available on her website.

http://www.kathywestmoreland.us/books.html

Facebook | Kathy Westmoreland

My publisher just called and said he checked the warehouse and the books were sent out yesterday so I should have them by tomorrow afternoon.

Facebook | Kathy Westmoreland

Facebook | June Moore

I just heard from my publisher. It looks like the new book on Kathy will be in my hands, and available for purchase, next Wednesday or Thursday

Facebook | June Moore

Update on Myrna from the Elvis Fans of Alabama Fan Club

Myrna Smith Health update: Elvis super-fan Carole Drexler spent several hours with Myrna in hospital last monday, she has told EIN. >> Myrna was more alert than the week before, but still very weak. Elvis fans are the best - so many of you have sent cards, notes & letters & Myrna asked me if I would thank everyone & tell you how much she appreciates it. Another friend of Myrna's was there when I visited & we read all the wonderful cards & letters to Myrna & she looked at all of them. There were times when Myrna teared up, I don't think she knew so many people love her. I took string with me & strung it in lines across the walls & hung the cards on the string.

The dialyses is hard on Myrna & she is weak. Myrna needs all the support & encouragement we can give her. I know it's a lot to ask, but please keep the cards & notes coming, & really, really important, please keep Myrna in your prayers. Estelle from the Sweet Inspirations asked me to also pass on her thanks to everyone for the love & prayers for Myrna.

For all the cards, notes, letters, flowers, love & prayers you have sent to Myrna, thank you so much, it really means a lot to Myrna.

*Please send cards to:* Myrna Smith

Canyon Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

22029 Saticoy Street, Canoga Park, CA 91303

Please pass this information on to as many fans as possible. - Thank you, Carole Drexler

Happy 4th

Here's hoping everyone is having a happy and safe 4th of July.

Kathy and June

Myrna Smith

This was just forwarded to me. Please send your prayers as well as cards to Myrna Smith.

She had ONE bad kidney and was on a waiting list for a transplant. May I strongly urge that we all pray for her full recovery and please send her cards and/or flowers to help lift her spirits

Canoga Oaks
22029 Saticoy St
Canoga Park, CA 91303
% Myrna Smith, Room #403C

New 8 X 10 Autographed Photos

Great news. The beautiful new 8 X 10s of Elvis and Kathy, I promised are now available at
http://www.kathywestmoreland.us/autographedphotos.html

All will be dated, personalized and autographed by Kathy. Some are in very limited supply so order early.

New Autographed Photos Available soon

We'll be adding some great new full color 8 X 10s autographed by Kathy to our merchandise pages at http://www.kathywestmoreland.us/ Monday

June's Heading to Memphis

I’m happy to say I’ll be in Memphis introducing my new book on Kathy Westmoreland, as well as some other wonderful new merchandise during Elvis Week, August 12, 13 and 14.

June Moore

Elvis Presley Aloha From Hawii Rehearsel - Band Introductions

New Book on Kathy

Great news! The book on Kathy will be released the first week in July.

Check the link above for details

June

Happy Mothers Day

May all you wonderful mothers out there have a beautiful day with children and grandchildren all around you.

Kathy and June

Prayers to Nashville

Let's all send prayers to the victims of the recent flooding in Nashville.

June and Kathy

Viva Elvis

This week on "Dancing with the Stars" on ABC, Macy's "Stars of Dance" performance features Viva ELVIS by Cirque du Soleil, with a medley of Elvis Presley’s iconic hits "Blue Suede Shoes" and "Heartbreak Hotel." Check your local listings for time in your area.

Elvis Presley Dances

Oprah's No Phone Day

http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/video/oprah-takes-texting-10517617

Happy Earth Day

Happy Earth Day :)

June and Kathy

Back to the Manuscript

After taking some unplanned time off, it's time for me to get back into the manuscript on Kathy's days before, during and after, Elvis full-time. I'm looking forward to making some important announcements soon.

June

Auction Ends Tonight on Personal Letter by Kathy Westmoreland

The auction ends tonight at 8:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on the $50 GameStop card (redeemable in any GameStop store), personal letter from Kathy Westmoreland and letter of authenticity at 8:00 p.m. So be sure you send your bid or questions to me at jmoore475@comcast.net if interested in this once-in-a-lifetime package.

June

Personal Letter From Kathy

ONCE IN A LIFETIME OFFER


Kathy was given a $50 GameStop gift card for Christmas. Now that she won’t be using it, she has decided to sell the card. It’s made out to her, but of course can be used by anyone at any GameStop store IF they decide to use it.

HOWEVER, instead of just selling the card outright, she’s decided to have a little fun by auctioning it off.

Now for the fun part. She’s going to write a personal letter to the winning bidder to send with the card. Talk about a once-in-a-lifetime autograph!

Send your offers to me at jmoore475@comcast.net . The bidding will end on Monday April 12. I’ll release the winning bidders name on Tuesday April 13.

The GameStop card itself is worth $50. The letter from Kathy -- PRICELESS.

Believe me, you’ll never see this offer again anywhere so get your offers in quick.

We’ll of course be adding a letter of authenticity to the package.

June Moore
Kathy's Assistant Manager and friend
http://www.kathywestmoreland.us

Happy Easter

Have a very happy Easter everyone from June and Kathy

John Wilkinson

John Wilkinson: Update


Again, there is some disappointing news regarding John Wilkinson's health problems. Yesterday John's wife Terry called and informed ElvisMatters that John had broken a bone in his left arm ("on the bad side of his body"). He felt very sick and while he and his wife were waiting for the ambulance to arrive, John fell from the stairs and broke his arm. John was taken to the hospital in Springfield, MO, where he’ll spend the next week – or possibly longer. John is in a lot of pain and tries to get as much sleep as he can. Please keep the prayers coming!

Source: ElvisMatters / Updated: Mar 14, 2010

Myrna Smith

Myrna Smith Hospitalized

Myrna Smith is hospitalized in London. Myrna was on her way home from the Elvis Presley In Concert Tour, when she suddenly had to be rushed off the airplane. Myrna had been battling pneumonia and kidney problems during the entire tour. But like a true professional, Myrna kept TCBing! Myrna is expected in Vienna on Monday to work with Dennis Jale. We wish Myrna a quick recovery.

June

June Moore
Kathy's Assistant Manager and friend
http://www.kathywestmoreland.us

June and Kathy on Twitter
http://twitter.com/JuneandKathys

June and Kathy’s Blog
http://juneandkathysblog.blogspot.com/

Sylvia Shemwell

Sylvia Shemwell passed away

It is with great sadness that we have to report the death of Sweet Inspiration member Sylvia Shemwell. As most Elvis fans know, original member Sylvia Shemwell suffered a stroke several years ago (2001) and her recovery has been slow, with her ability to speak and sing greatly compromised. Sylvia will be remembered fondly by millions of Elvis fans all over the world.

June

June Moore
Kathy's Assistant Manager and friend
http://www.kathywestmoreland.us

June and Kathy on Twitter
http://twitter.com/JuneandKathys

June and Kathy’s Blog
http://juneandkathysblog.blogspot.com/

Help feed dogs without costing a penny

This is just one of the charities Kathy and I feel strongly about

Update on the Book

I've handed the manuscript I'm writing on Kathy Westmoreland, her days before, during and after Elvis, over to my editor for final editing. It won't be long now, until the book finally becomes a reality.


June

June and Kathy on Twitter
http://twitter.com/JuneandKathys

Nearing Completion of the Book

Great news. I’ve just received Kathy’s additions to the manuscript, so I’m now back to work finalizing the project.

Only a few more steps and the book on Kathy and her days before, during and after Elvis will become a reality.

Be sure and follow us on Twitter http://twitter.com/JuneandKathys for updates as we near completion of the book.

Don’t worry, we’ll also keep you up-to-date on here.

June and kathy

Happy Valentines Day

Happy Valentines Day everyone.
June and Kathy

Happy Groundhog Day?

Happy Groundhog Day? Even though he didn't give us the results we wanted.

Happy Birthday Lisa

Happy Birthday Lisa

http://www.elvispresleynews.com/LisaMariePresleyBirthday.html

The book I'm writing on Kathy

Kathy's busy adding stories to my/our book today.

June 

Twitter

Kathy and I's twitter account is now up and running. You can join us at
http://twitter.com/JuneandKathys

Note from Kathy on Donations to Haiti

Kathy wanted me to remind everyone to send their donations to Haiti, no matter how small they are. They can use every penny.

The GMA website listed below has a large selection of places to send donations and ways you can help.

http://abcnews.go.com/GMA/haiti-earthquake-help-victims/story?id=9547030&page=1

Thanks
Kathy and June

Kathy's Step Father Passed Away

It was in August of 2005, that Kathy’s widowed mother Connie married Pete Perry in the nursing home where they met. The local newspaper even sent a reporter and photographer for a special article on the wedding. Kathy sang at the wedding naturally.

The couple didn’t have long together however, as Kathy sadly lost her mother on July 22, 2009 from cardiac arrest.


I’m also sorry to say, that Pete passed away this week during a bout with pneumonia. Pete was in his late 90’s.

Elvis and Kathy Out of Print Book On Amazon

This is interesting to say the least. A used autographed copy Kathy's book "Elvis and Kathy" is now on Amazon for a whopping $2,500.

Update on the Soon-to-be-Released Book on Kathy

A lot of you have been asking about the book I’m writing on Kathy.

Just to give you a little insight into what it’s about. The book covers Kathy’s life before, during and after her seven years with Elvis. All three stages of her life have been fascinating to say the least. Not only have I written of my personal experiences of working closely with her for the last ten years, but theres also lots of surprises.

One of the most exciting parts of the book is how I was able to obtain several chapters contributed by others along the way. It includes chapters and stories from friends from her high school days, as well as ones from friends from her comedy duo adventures with Steve Martin, as well as several chapters that were contributed by some of the people that worked closely with Kathy and Elvis both on and off stage in the 70's.

The best part of course, is that a lot of the stories in the book are in Kathy’s own words, as no one can tell a story like she can.

As the book is now nearing completion, I’ll keep you updated right here on Kathy and I’s blog so stay tuned. This should prove to be a very exciting adventure.

Kathy Westmoreland - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Kathy Westmoreland - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Happy Birthday Elvis

http://www.elvis.com/elv.asp?passwd=LZHXECJUTCMK

Kathy's New Dog Minkey

As we all know Kathy lost her beloved Bentley http://www.kathywestmoreland.us/7bentley.html last year. She has recently found a new dog and has named him Minkey. She tells in one of her YouTubes (the one in the orange dress)
http://www.youtube.com/junglerom how Elvis loved Peter Sellers and would say out of the blue "Do you have a license for that minkey" when talking about his pet monkey so the name seemed perfect.

I'll have Kathy send us some photos and  post them here and on our website. He sounds perfect for her new dog. She also has several cats and of course her horse Dodyjo http://www.elvisrockson.net/dodyjo.html (which also shows some great photos of Bentley).  Kathy like Elvis is a huge pet lover.

June

Just Pretend Promotion

It’s probably true that most Elvis fans hold “Just Pretend” as one of their favorite Elvis songs.

There is at the present, a lot of Elvis groups, pushing this song towards one of his all-time classics, also putting Elvis back in the limelight as #1.

Let’s all help with this promotion and get “Just Pretend” and Elvis back where he belongs.

To do so all you need do is get as many people as you know to download “Just Pretend”.

Just Pretend is one of the downloads available on the first box on the left so can easily be downloaded while you're here.

June