# Event Details - **Event Name**: Retirement Celebration of Pastor William Gary with Comedy Show - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 03:15 pm – Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm - **Event Description**: We are celebrating the retirement of Rev. William Gary from pastoral duties with a celebration of dining and a comedy show.Agenda?: 03:15 PM - 03:45 PMInstrumental Jazz MusicHost: Dwayne Smith, Saxophonist?: 03:45 PM - 03:50 PMWelcomeHost: Rev. Charlesfontaine Macon, Master of Ceremony (M.C.)Info: Welcome by M.C. Rev. Charlesfontaine Macon?: 03:50 PM - 04:00 PMPrayer & ScriptureHost: Rev. Steve L. Perkins?: 04:00 PM - 04:05 PMCity Official(s)?: 04:05 PM - 04:10 PMHoward County Ministerial Association (HCMA)Host: Rev. Dr. Michael C. Carson, President?: 04:10 PM - 04:15 PMCoordinated Assistance Ministries (C.A.M.)Host: Rev. Ruth Lawson, Founder?: 04:15 PM - 04:20 PMAcknowledgements of Clergy in AttendanceHost: Rev. Mindy MayesInfo: Acknowledgements of attending clergy from within the AME Church by special guest Rev. Mindy Mayes?: 04:20 PM - 04:25 PMMusical Selection – J'Lan StewartHost: J’Lan StewartInfo: We will be blessed by a vocal musical selection by Bro. J’Lan Stewart?: 04:25 PM - 05:00 PMBlessing and Meal?: 05:00 PM - 05:10 PMEcumenical Greetings on Behalf of ClergyHost: Rev. Dr. Joseph OwensInfo: Ecumenical Greetings (greetings to all clergy in attendance that represent non-AME denominations).?: 05:10 PM - 05:15 PMMusical Selection – Pastor Lori MinorHost: Pastor Lori Minor, Become MinistriesInfo: We will be blessed by an instrumental musical selection by Saxophonist, Pastor Lori Minor, BECOME Ministries?: 05:15 PM - 05:45 PMTributes to First Lady Fran by Family FriendsHost: Martha IrvingInfo: Martha Irving and Sandra Johnson will give words of tribute to First Lady Fran Gary?: 06:00 PM - 06:30 PMIntroduction of Comedienne Clara-DHost: Clara-DInfo: M.C. introduces Comedienne CLARA-D! Laughter is good for the soul. After facing so much trauma, she made a promise to laugh more than she cries. She produced 5 successful comedy shows between 2023 and 2025. Claressa is the author of Words of Wisdom poetry and Life after Death: The Journey Continues. Claressa is the founder of Healing In Pieces, LLC. An organization developed to help individuals and families put their lives together one piece at a time through counseling, comedy, and motivational speaking. She released her third book and journal titled, “Healing In Pieces” in January 2024. The book speaks of trauma, emotional restoration, understanding of the criminal justice system and how to put emotional pieces back together again. Claressa has received several awards for her dedication and community work as well as the 1st recipient of the late Marion County Prosecutor Terry Curry’s employee of the year in 2021. Claressa’s ministry is serving families, victims, , & the community?: 06:30 PM - 06:45 PMFinal Remarks by Pastor Gary and First Lady FranHost: Pastor William GaryInfo: Pastor William & First Lady Fran will have final remarks before we close the event for the evening - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kokomo/retirement-celebration-of-pastor-william-gary-with-comedy-show/100001993856731156 - **Event Categories**: comedy, live-music, art, literary-art, music, entertainment, jazz - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours 15 minutes - Location: The Venue at Brookestone - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Kokomo - **state**: IN - **country**: United States - **location**: The Venue at Brookestone - **lat**: 40.439438 - **long**: -86.1447956 - **full address**: The Venue at Brookestone, 1201 W Alto Rd, Kokomo, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Retirement Celebration of Pastor William Gary with Comedy Show - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/c2c7cd11082fa6229e0b1177d577c893054786b9245005e9fd37a5c231bb637b-rimg-w1200-h600-dc03182e-gmir.jpg?v=1784832736 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Retirement Celebration of Pastor William Gary with Comedy Show being held? - **A:** Retirement Celebration of Pastor William Gary with Comedy Show takes place on Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 03:15 pm to Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 06:30 pm at The Venue at Brookestone, 1201 W Alto Rd, Kokomo, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Retirement Celebration of Pastor William Gary with Comedy Show? - **A:** Retirement Celebration of Pastor William Gary with Comedy Show is organized by Wayman Chapel AME Church. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Retirement Celebration of Pastor William Gary with Comedy Show is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Kokomo, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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