By Darrel Wheeler, Contributing Writer
Mr. James Cloud Jr. celebrated his 84th birthday on the 1st day of July with close friends and family from 1 pm “until they kick us out of here!”, said Mr. Cloud with enthusiasm.
MLK Park was the location for this very special occasion that also included a book signing.
Mr.Cloud, also a new author, his book, From Rigger in the Navy to Soldier in the Army of God arrived just in time for his 84th birthday celebration.
Long-time buddies from Las Vegas and America’s finest convened at MLK Park to fellowship, share some memories from the good old days gone by, eat some good food, and laugh out loud.
“Mr. Cloud has come a long way, and I truly believe his story will be inspiring to many, and his journey is proof that if you let the Lord be your steering wheel, you can reinvent yourself and become a positive influence for your family and community,” Pastor Glenn McKinney of St. Stephen’s Church of God in Christ shared.
JC was surrounded by a host of relatives, including his kids, grand and great-grands that showed up to sing and say happy birthday to the beloved family patriarch.
“I’m very grateful for those who came out to share this special birthday and book signing with me. This really means a lot to me,” shared Mr. Cloud. “I have friends who go back to Akron, Ohio, where I grew up. This is awesome, I want to thank everybody for their support today.”
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