Alumni Bios

Distinguished Wenonah Graduate

Steve Taylor

Class of 1975

Steve Taylor, married, with three daughters and one grandson, Masters in Education, Master Plumber, Master Gasfitter, Plumbing Instructor for a Post Secondary Educational Institution, and member of the world renowned “Birmingham Sunlights”. The Birmingham Sunlights have performed as cultural ambassadors under the auspices of the U.S. Department of State and have toured Canada, Italy, France, five African countries, seventeen Caribbean countries, and Australia. They also dedicated special performances for the Queen of England and the Prince of Monaco. They have performed at numerous Birmingham City Stages events. In 2009, they were recipients of the nation's highest honor in the folk and traditional arts, for their artistic excellence and contributions to their respective artistic traditions, whose lifetime of service and dedication help preserve our nation's diverse cultural heritage."

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Shellaine Bent
Class of 1997
 

Shellaine Bent attended Wenonah High School from August 1993 to May 1997, she graduated with honors and in the top 10 ercent of her class. During her time at Wenonah she was involved in several clubs and organizations. She was 1 of 4 Birmingham City School students chosen to have the opportunity of going to Korea as an ambassador.  She received an Associate Degree of Science in Mathematics from Lawson State Community College where she also graduated with honors. Currently she's working at Primerica as a representative and as an assistant to one of the Regional Vice Presidents.

Class of 1997 web site

James Carden
Class of 1952

James E Carden graduated from Wenonah High School in May 1952. He lived in the Woodward (Lipscomb) community during this time and also attended the State Vocational and Trade School for one year after graduation, after which he volunteered for the U S Army and served as a Military Policeman in South Korea.  He returned and completed requirements for the Associate Degree in Business Administration at Lawson State Community College.  After discharge from the active military service, he joined the Air Force Reserve and retired in 1992 after 33 years service as an Aeromedical Crew Member, serving in worldwide evacuation of sick and wounded military members during Vietnam, Desert Storm and other military conflicts.  He retired from the U S Postal Service in 1990 after advancing through the management ranks to Director, City Operations, responsible for postal operations for the South Georgia District.  From 1987 to 2006, he served as a Consultant to Accenture, LLC in Washington D. C., assisting in developing management software for Headquarters, U. S. Postal Service.

Class of 1952 web site

Brenda D. Gunn
Class of 1969

Brenda D. Gunn graduated from Wenonah High School in May 1969. 
Her education include a B. S., Sociology; Minor in English from the University of Louisville and Legal Secretarial Degree (with honors) from Spencerian College in Louisville KY.  She is currently Office Assistant, responsible for computer billing and related work at Family Focus Counseling Services in Louisville KY.  Prior to her current position, she was employed at the University of Louisville as Director of Community Relations, Office of External Affairs, and other managerial positions from 1975 until retirement in 2006.
She is active in the Business and Professional Women's organization, having served as state president (Ky.) and as a national Board member. She currently is a BPW/USA Issues Management committee member.

Class of 1969 web site

Reginald Selma

Class of 1975

CNN Cameraman, Washington DC

I've been living in the Washington,Dc area since 1982.

I'm married with two special daughters who are now in college.

After graduating from Miles College, I worked at Channel 13 as a tv cameraman. Since 1982 I've been a cameraman at CNN in Washington,DC.  I've been blessed covering some of the biggest news events the world over.  On Jan 20,2009, I will be covering the Inauguration of President Barrack Obama.

Class of 1975 web site

Wash Stallworth, Jr

Class of 1967

Owner/President Sea'Kings Basketball Team, ABA

Drafted, US Army 1969-Retired 1993

Selected, All Army-Fast Pitch Softball Team 1974

Pacific Armed Forces Champions Basketball and MVP 1974,

Regional Champion Basketball, 1975-1977,

played and coach Professional Basketball,

Europe,Tagea Hanau, 1978-1983

Class of 1967 web site

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