Nona Gidney
, Illinois
Mother Nona Mary BranchGidney was born into this life on Friday September 24 1937 in Chicago IL. She was the second child born to Arley and Lillian Louise Branch who migrated to Chicago from Vidalia Louisiana. Affectionately known as Nona Mae to close friends and family she began her formal education in the Chicago public schools attending Grant Elementary School. At the age of 13 and following the passing of her mother she went to live with extended family in Vidalia. This was during segregation in the southern states which brought its own cultural challenges while she was still adjusting to life after loss. Nevertheless she persevered she nurtured her skills in public speaking and dramatic readings while also being active with the 4H clubs. She participated in many conferences and 4H fairs under the guidance of her aunts Margaurite Wexler and Anna Branch and her school principal. During this…
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