Biblical Siblings
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Evolution
100

This biblical sibling, also known as "cous-an," in emphasizing the importance of family, said he missed this number of family reunions before his passing.

What is zero?

100

Name the institution where families in Epps often worked as tenant farmers who got a share of their crops in exchange for rent.

What is sharecropping?

100

In what year did this Toston reunion in Oceanside, CA happen?

What is 2014?

100

The cousin's culinary skills are good enough for competition.  #TopChef

Who is Shanika Brown?

100

Although some may remember this Toston by her cooking, others will remember her voice; described to be as beautiful as Mahalia Jackson.  

Who is Lena Mae Toston?Who is Lena Toston

200

You could count on getting the "Prime Cut" from this biblical sibling.

Who is Pete Toston?


200

In this Epps school, Miss Lelia served as teacher and principal, where 1st through 7th grades were in a one room. 

What is Coleman Elementary School?

200

Lee "Buck" Toston was the first to move to "sin city" from Epps after graduation in this year. 

What is 1957?

200

Wedding bells are in the air!  Congratulations to this family member, as we send our well wishes for her upcoming nuptials.

Danielle Hicks

200

Name the Tostons in this photo.

Clem Jr., M.L., Mary, James, John, Pete, Gertie, Clem Sr.

300

If you thought having one baby was tough, this biblical sibling had triplets!

Who is Mary?

300

If Epps had a "father," this would be his name.  

Slave-trader named Edwin Epps.

300

In this year, Sam Toston, son of "Sol" Toston was born.  

What is 1889?

300

Salute!  We are in the presence of a top ranking military official and should refer to this Toston as U.S. Navy Master Chief.  

Who is David Toston?

300

As a family who does not blink when faced with adversity.  In fact, this Toston made his own crutches when his leg was amputated in a railroad accident.

Who Wiley Toston, Sr.?

400

This "biblical sibling" was skilled at working with his hands.  He can be thought of as our family's original contractor.

Who is M.L.?

400

Did you know that Epps is actually considered a village, with this number of people who called it home in 2020.  

What is 358? 

400

Name the ports for the 2016 Family Reunion Cruise

Where are 

Cozumel, Mexico

Mahogany Bay, Honduras

Cayman Islands

Belize


400

We Tostons are jet setters!  In fact, this cousin has spent time in Japan forming the minds of their youth.

Christi Haith (Luther's Daughter)

400

The couple in this photo embodies how opposites attract.  One was the quiet one and one was the talkative one.  Who are they?

Who are Lewis and Maud Toston?

500

Let the church say, "amen."  This biblical sibling actually served as a deacon until his death.

Who is Deacon John G. Toston?

500

The next time you are in Epps, you'll have to make it a point to see this U.S. national monument.  

What is Poverty Point?

500

During the pandemic, people all over the world missed being with their loved ones and Tostons were not exempt.  In fact, we've not had a Toston family reunion in this long.

7 years (3 biennial years)

500

America's Got Talent is where you can go to see America's next super star.  You may want to request tickets now to see Chioma Narcisse Williams, the grandson of this Toston.  

Who is Eddie Mae Narcisse?

500

Tostons have always been in business for themselves. Hester (Toston) Davis owned this business in L.A. Keeping all the church women looking their "Sunday Best."  

What is Lady D's Stout Fashions?

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