Planning Committee

Abner Williams

Coordinator

Oviedo, FL

abwilliams82@yahoo.com 

Bendiciones familia! My name is Abner Williams (grandchild of Aucasio Sr. and Maria Amaro – who gave me my name) and son of Dominga aka Dee Dee or Ding Ding.  I am the Reunion Coordinator / 'Catering Director', and my goal is to make the 2026 reunion a special time for us to reconnect, share stories, and celebrate our family's unique history.  I'm excited to see all the planning come to life. I will also be bringing the family flavor in regards to the food, all while accounting for any dietary restrictions and ensuring food safety guidelines are followed. One of the best parts of a reunion is seeing everyone gathered around the table. Food isn't just food; it's a way of sharing love and making memories. I'm ensuring that a little extra love is put in every dish, so come hungry and leave with a full heart.

 Bless up and LUV alone!

Esther "Genita" Caraballo

Co-Organizer/Advisor

St. Thomas, VI

esther.e.caraballo@gmail.com

Though born in Puerto Rico, I consider myself a “Tomian”.I returned home 15 years ago after a 30-year stint on the mainland.  My parents are Eugenio “Geño” and Ilia Caraballo, and my siblings are Miguel, Aida, and Juan.  Currently, I have a small office where I provide business services. I bring a host of talent to this reunion, including organizational skills and event planning.I will be working closely with Abner to ensure all the “i’s” are dotted and the “t’s” are crossed.  I’m excited about celebrating our family with my siblings, niblings, and primis.  

Lucy 'Poly' Amaro

Hostess/Logistics

Ocala, FL  

Hola Familia!  I am Lucy Poly, daughter of Hipólito Amaro aka Poly, and how I got my nickname.  Besides doing my part with spreadsheets in the collection of your data, I'll also be the "go for" with humble pride.  So, you just ask, and I will serve.  I'm here to serve and with mucho amor.

 Looking forward to the excitement of getting together and celebrating ‘nuestra familia’.

Meraris Ford

Venues Coordinator

Tampa, FL 

¡Hola mi familia! I am Meraris Ford the proud #1 grandchild of Aucasio and Maria Amaro, daughter to the one and only Luz also known as Negra or Neggie. So, I'll will be handling the venues for our reunion for our meet and greet, semi-formal dinner and beach day. I will be in direct contact with venue contacts making sure that where we meet and greet each other on day one is a place where we can come together with joy laughter and fun. And making sure where we have our semi-formal dinner at a place where our men can come out with all the style they want, and the ladies can strut as hard or as lightly as they would like to.

Come on family; let's make memories.

Janna Harrigan

Travel Coordinator 

Tampa, FL

¡Hola mi familia! I am Janna Harrigan the granddaughter of Patricia Amaro Callwood daughter of Jenaro Callwood aka Poui. I will be taking care of all your needs with travel to and from destinations, as well as lodging.  Whatever your needs may be, if you would like to travel early or stay longer, I am the one who will make it happen. I am so excited to meet everyone and just have an amazing time with Mi Familia☀️🌺🌸.

 

Bernice Bertrand

Music/Entertainment

St. Thomas, VI  

Hey Fam! 🎉 Buen Dia! It’s me, Ya girl Bernice but just call me Bee 🐝—yes, like the buzzing kind but don’t worry, I only sting if someone tries to skip the line for food 😉🍗.  I’m not only bringing the DJ 🎧 to keep the dance floor busy, but I’m also here to help out however I can—whether it’s setting up, hyping up, or taste-testing the Lechon (strictly for quality control of course 😏).

 I love to sing 🎤, I love to dance 💃🏽, Do my edges 😜 and I definitely love to have fun 🤩. So, if you see me running around, I’m probably making sure the reunion is as sweet as honey 🍯— or maybe I’m just trying to be first in line for dessert 🍰😂.

 Get ready family. . .because this reunion is about to be the kind of party that makes us wish we could do it every single Day! 🕺🏽🎶✨.

Geminie Callwood

Activities Coordinator 

Tampa, FL 

Hi-eeee! It’s me! Charlie’s first born as many of you may know me as. However, Surprise! Surprise! I do have a name and it’s Geminie Callwood but Gem 💎 works just fine. I am your activity/games coordinator for the reunion. So, get ready to have some fun learning about all of the descendants of the infamous 26 Amaro siblings! I am one of Patricia Amaro-Callwood’s many but very proud granddaughters and Charles Callwood is her 4th son and 6th child. My goal is to make sure that we have fun getting to know each other while ensuring that we all leave this reunion feeling familiar and connected! I have a huge love for family and I am an advocate for togetherness. Like primo Miguel I’ve always been passionate about the family history and like prima Sulin I love to have me a good time! I’m always looking for a reason to be with my cousins and I’m just super ecstatic to learn about and connect with those that I didn’t have the pleasure of growing up with! ❤️

Julia "Hulie" Hodge

Registration/Logistics 

Tortola, BVI 

¡Hola Familay! 👋🏾 I’m Julia “Hulie” Hodge, daughter of Luz Elia “Chela” Callwood Hodge, granddaughter of Patricia Amaro-Callwood, and proud member of this amazing clan!

I’m here to help keep things organized—registrations, info, and all the behind-the-scenes details—so

we can spend less time trying to remember who’s who and more time laughing, dancing, eating, and catching up like only our family can.  Great reunions aren’t just about taking pictures. . .they’re about making memories worth posting and stories worth retelling! 😂✨ I’m excited to link up, reconnect, laugh, share memories, and create new ones with my beautiful family.   Let’s make this reunion legendary!

 Love & laughter,

 Hulie 💛

Sulin Cline

Event Coordinator 

Orlando, FL 

¡Hola mi familia! I am Antonia Evans, but I go by my middle name, Sulin—grandchild of Patricia Amaro Callwood, daughter of Jenaro Callwood aka Poui. So, I'll will be handling the Tola day trip for our reunion where we will have an island tour lunch and remembrance for our cousin Elena. I am currently working on a ferry discount and taxi service to and from the boat. I am looking forward to building relationships and creating memories with everyone. I am THE PARTY person. I love to have fun, so we finna have a fantabulous time.

 Can’t wait to see you guys.

Melanie Williams

Media Coordinator/Decorations

St. Thomas, VI  

¡Hola Mi Familia! 🎉  My name is Melanie aka MELA. . .the first Multi-Billionaire of the family (but definitely not the last 💎 –speaking this into existence). I’m proud to be the granddaughter of Aucacio Sr. and Maria Amaro, and daughter of Luz aka Negra.  This year, I’m on “So you think you can decorate” 😮‍💨 making sure the venues are decorated with style, love, and just the right amount of drama. But let’s be clear. . .I’m not a pro 😅, so if something looks off, feel free to blame Abby. 🙃😂  I’m also putting together our family photos video/slideshow🎥, so if you’ve got old pics, please send them my way. I’ll turn them into memories we’ll never forget.

 Now, a little about me:

📸 I snap pictures like the paparazzi.

💰 I move like Bill Gates when it comes to money.

🤣 And if you really know me, you already know I’m funnier than Kevin Hart on his best day. 🤏🏾

 So, when you see me at the reunion, there’s a 99% chance I’ll either be laughing loud 😆, dancing like nobody can horse chip betta than me 💃🏾🐎, or ducked off to the side like a black sheep 🐑.   I’m ready to have fun, reconnect, and make this reunion one for the history books. Let’s vibe, fam it’s bout to be an unforgettable movie. 🫶🏾❤️