#IAMRIVIERABEACH: Angela and Artie Williams, Founders of MAMA with Ann McNeill as Host Esp 46

After reading the book ACRES OF DIAMONDS by Russell Conwell, I am convinced we are all leaving the diamond mines in our own backyards as we travel around the world looking for larger diamonds, when in fact the diamonds we seek are found within us and our hometown, from whence we came. Therefore, we are calling the podcast, #IAMRIVIERABEACH.  Today's Guests: Angela and Artie Williams [email protected] and Artie Williams were born and raised in Riviera Beach, Florida. Angela has three children, four grandchildren and worked for the Palm Beach County school board for several years. Artie is the proud father of one son and has also served in our U.S. Marine Corps. As a young adult, Angela recognized a need in the community and organized an annual school supply drive, benefiting Riviera Beach children. Then in 2003, Angela and Artie's lives changed when their nephew, Torrey Manuel, was killed by a senseless act of violence. Having grieved with their family and watched their sister suffer the loss of a precious son; Angela decided to do something positive. She wanted not only to assist other families suffering from tragedy, but to help prevent these tragedies from occurring in the first place. Through strength, determination, and a desire to make change, MAMA was born. MAMA, short for Mothers Against Murderers Association Inc. is a charitable organization founded by Angela and co-founded by Artie, in memory of their nephew Torrey. Connect with Angela Williams:561-324-3701Connect with Artie Williams: 561-201-9358Call into the podcast dial 661-554-9219. Join me Ann McNeill, co host Dan Callaway 561-531-9184 or 561-848-4991 as we discuss the history, the present, and the future of our great city. Any questions or comments you can reach Ann McNeill at 786-546-0184