August 29 – September 1, 2025 | The Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston, WV

93rd Kfeirian Reunion

The Kfeirian Family Reunion hosted its 93rd Annual Kfeirian Reunion, bringing together nearly 140 family members for a vibrant celebration of heritage, community, and tradition in Charleston, WV. The event featured a blend of cultural activities, music, and Lebanese cuisine that honored the family’s rich history while. fostering new memories.

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Overview

The reunion kicked off with two unforgettable evenings of haflis, with Amin and the Sultans setting the stage for joyous dancing and celebration. Attendees savored authentic Lebanese food served both nights, showcasing the Lebanese culinary traditions.

A highlight of the reunion was the presentation of six scholarships to outstanding family members pursuing higher education. The recipients were: Megan Slater – Marshall University, Dylan Donley – Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), Hanna Sadd – Dalton State College, Max Pegram – Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI), Dustin McCoy – Mid-America College & Nathan Sadd – Rhodes College. These scholarships reflect the Kfeirian Family Club’s commitment to supporting the educational aspirations of its younger generation.

The reunion offered a variety of engaging activities, including a genealogy presentation that explored the family’s roots, durbukeh lessons, a jewelry-making session, and dabkeh dance lessons, which brought participants together in celebration of Lebanese culture. Family bingo added a fun, competitive spirit, while the much-anticipated Hummus Throwdown crowned Denise Mickel Russell as this year’s Hummus Queen. Additionally, a raffle and silent auction were held to benefit the Scholarship Fund and Kfeir Relief Fund, raising significant support for these important causes.

A special moment of the reunion was the unveiling of the Kfeirian Reunion Foundation’s new and improved website, showcasing enhanced features and resources to keep the community connected and informed.

During the General Assembly, members voted unanimously to join the Southern Federation at the summer convention in Orlando, Florida, for the 94th Annual Kfeirian Reunion in 2026. This decision marks an exciting step toward connecting with a broader community of Lebanese-American families. Additionally, new officers for the Board of Trustees were elected: Joseph Peck as President, Michael Abraham as Vice President, Denise Mickel Russell as Treasurer, and Thomas Bevins as Secretary.

93rd Annual Kfeirian Reunion was a testament to the enduring strength and unity of the Kfeirian family, blending tradition with forward-looking plans for the future. As the family prepares for next year’s milestone in Orlando, the memories made in Charleston will undoubtedly resonate for years to come.

Executive Board Officers

President - Rebecca Rahal Anderson
Vice President - Joseph Peck
Secretary - Thomas Bevins
Treasurer - Denise Mickel Russell
Reunion Chairs - Rebecca Rahal Anderson, Denise Mickel Russell, Joseph Peck and Lori Thabet Ketchum
Board Members - Michael Abraham, Michael Joseph, Lori Thabet Ketchum, Greg Hanna, Shannon Donely

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Program & Handouts

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Our Sponsors

Kfeir Relief Sponsors

1. Jason Kawaja of Newberry, FL in memory of Faiz Kawaja.*
2. Eric Taweel of Toronto, ON for all those in Lebanon and Palestine who are struggling for peace, freedom and justice.*
3. Chrisa Sadd of Encino, CA in memory of her father Adeeb George Sadd.*
4. Jim Hanna of Decatur, GA in honor of all Kfeirians.*
5. Daniel Tweel of Columbus, OH in memory of his mother Nellie Tweel.*
6. John Barrett of St. Louis, MO in honor of our cousins in Kfeir.*
7. John Hodge Ann Arbor, MI in honor of Nina Hodge.*
8. Andrea Hassle of Chattanooga, TN in memory of her great grandfather Nick Rahall.*
9. Samira Thabet of New York, NY In honor and memory of the Thabet and Nassar families.*
10. Marguerite Lowen Price of Charleston, WV in honor of the Lowen family.*
11. Jeannete Cormack of St. Albans, WV in memory of her dad Abraham Rahall who loved his country.*
12. George and Gloria Hanna of Huntington, WV in honor of their son Bruce’s 50th birthday.*
13. Nora Abraham of St. Johns, FL in memory of her father-in-law, Raymond Abraham.*
14. Denise Mickel Russell of Glen Allen, VA in memory of her sister, Sharman K. Mickel.*
15. Janina Michael of Huntington, WV in memory of her mother, Angele Beter Saouan and her sister, Nanette Beter Saouan Delaney.*

Scholarship Sponsors

1. Kim and Sandy Mickel Ruder of Richmond, VA in memory of her parents, Alex and Nadine Mickel and her brother, David Mickel.*
2. Nora Abraham of St. Johns, FL in memory of her husband, Michael E Abraham.*
3. Denise Mickel Russell of Glen Allen, VA in memory of her sister, Sharman K. Mickel.*
4. Courtney Miller of Covington, KY in support of the scholarship fund.*
5. Bert and Lori Thabet Ketchum of Huntington, WV in support of the scholarship fund.*

General Sponsors in Support of the Reunion

1. Fredrick Rocky George of Charleston, WV in memory of Fred and Salwa Mickel George, Deidra M. George and Amileen K. Mickel.*
2. Michael Abraham of Jacksonville, FL in memory of his father, Michael E. Abraham and his grandfather, Raymond Abraham.*
3. Rose Christian of So. Charleston, WV in memory of her husband Don and her daughter Tracie.*

Reunion Sponsors and Supporters

1. Kevin Donley for providing genealogy updates.
2. Cheryl Slater and Sherry Mickel Parrish for sponsoring Bingo and providing many of the Bingo prizes.
3. Sherry Mickel Parrish for donating baskets and other prizes to the raffle.
4. Joseph Peck for donating Olive Oil from Kfeir to the raffle and Silent Auction program.
5. Denise Mickel Russell for donating a handmade beaded mosaic cedar tree for the Silent Auction and prizes to the raffle.
6. James Donley for donating an African Talking Drum to the Silent Auction.
7. Phil Sadd for donating Marshall University items – glass canister with glasses and a cutting board to the Silent Auction.
8. Susan Mickel for donating jewelry to the raffle, helping with the Jewelry making class and donating the proceeds of the jewelry she sold.
9. Susan Mickel and Lori Thabet Ketchum for leading the Raffle Program.
10. Greg Hanna for leading the durbke lessons.
11. Deitra Jamra Hickey for leading the hummus throwdown.
12. Fred and Selana Shaheen for leading our dance lessons.
13. Denise Mickel Russell and Sandy Mickel Ruder for leading the jewelry making class.
14. Secretary Thomas Bevin, Dr. Carol Rahter, Sandy and Kim Ruder for being our hosts and hostess in the Hospitality Room.
15. President Becky Rahal Anderson, Treasurer Denise Mickel Russell, Vice President Joseph Peck and Board Representative Lori Thabet Ketchum for Co-chairing the 93rd Kfeirian Reunion.

Silent Auction Supporters

The Silent Auction winners from the 93rd Kfeirian Reunion will be listed below after the reunion. Funds collected from Silent Auctions are split between the Kfeir Relief Fund and the Scholarship Program. Congratulations to our winners!

  • Kfeirian Olive Oil donated by Joseph Peck in support of the Kfeir Relief Fund – won by Christi Offstein of Charlotte, NC
  • Beaded Mosaic Cedar Tree made and donated by Denise Mickel Russell in support of the Scholarship Fund – won by Greg Hanna of Huntington, WV
  • Pastel Art of the Orthodox Church Bells in Kfeir, Lebanon donated by Greg Hanna in support of the Scholarship Fund – won by Lori Thabet Ketchum of Huntington, WV
  • African Talking Drum donated by James Donley in support of the Scholarship Fund – won by Deitra Jamra Hickey of Monclova, OH
  • Marshall University Cutting Board donated by Phil Sadd in support of the Scholarship Fund – won by Kristi Henson of Proctorville, OH
  • Marshall University Decanter and Glasses donated by Phil Sadd in support of the scholarship Fund – won by Michael Abraham of Jacksonville, FL
  • BBQ Rub and Sauce (2) donated by Barry Armour in support of the Kfeir Relief Fund and the Scholarship Fund – won by Burt Ketchum of Huntington, WV and Denise Mickel Russell of Glen Allen, VA
  • Old Lebanese albums donated by Shirley Nassar in support of the Kfeir Relief Fund – won by Troy Snider
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