Welcome to our Annual Greer Family Reunion--a virtual gathering of hearts, memories, and shared heritage. In 2026, we celebrate Orpha's 159th birthday as well as Orpha & John's 141st wedding anniversary. This year is especially meaningful as we "come together" to focus our celebrations on a remarkable milestone: the 200th birthday of Thomas Lacy Greer who was born on 2 September 1826 in DeKalb, Georgia.
Two hundred years ago, Tom entered a world vastly different from our own--one of frontier challenges, deep-rooted faith, and resilient family ties. While records may only capture fragments of his life, what remains clear is this: his legacy lives on in each one of us. Whether he was herding cattle, raising a family, or forging a path through uncertain times, Tom represents the strength and perseverance that continue to define the Greer family today.
Please take some time to read about Tom on his ancestor discovery page on FamilySearch using this link: Thomas Lacy Greer. Even if we don't know every detail of his life, we are living evidence that his story mattered.
Pause for a moment and imagine
- the world Tom was born into
- the choices he made that shaped future generations
- the unseen impact of his life echoing forward 200 years
