Descendants of Charles and Jesse (Caler) Bishop gathered for a family reunion on Saturday, July 11, at the New Community Building at Iola’s Riverside Park.
Seventy family members traveled from near and far to attend.
The gathering featured several special moments, including a memorial tree lighting with the remaining Bishop siblings, Velary Iden, Rose Hill, Shirley Martinez, Goddard, and Dave Bishop, Yates Center, all gathered around the table. Sabrina Bishop lit the candle while her father, Eric Bishop, read the memorial prayer.
Attendees also sorted through…
