Est. 1803 · East Central Texas
Malone/Burton
Family Reunion
2026
"A Call to Return Home"
A Message to Our Family
Welcome to the Malone/Burton Family Reunion 2026
"A Call to Return Home"
Dear Malone and Burton Family,
As tri-racial descendants of Free People of Color, Anglo Kin/Slaves, and the Original Freedom Colonists of East Central Texas, we carry a heritage unlike any other — forged in courage, survival, and an unbreakable will to remain free and sovereign. Hear the call of our ancestors to return home, back to the very soil where our ethnogenesis first began, where three peoples became one family, and where the Malone/Burton name took its roots and refused to be erased.
With love and anticipation,
The Malone/Burton Family Reunion Committee
Mark Your Calendar
Event Details
Date
Saturday
October 10, 2026
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Time
9:00 AM
Until 4:00 PM
▼ Volunteers Needed!
Food & Menu
Catered BBQ
Full plates for all ages
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Church Service
St. Emanuel Baptist Church
Sunday, October 11, 2026
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Location
Gause Baptist Family Life Center
106 West Walnut Street
Gause, Texas 77857
October 10, 2026
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
What the family brings is what's on the dessert menu.
Bring something delicious!
Participation is encouraged but totally optional.
This year, our hosting committee decided the sweetest part of this family reunion will literally be in YOUR hands — the entire Malone Burton Family will be bringing the desserts!
Arrive early and register your pastry at the registration table before the celebration begins.
It's a Family Thing. 🍰
Bring Whatever Makes Your Sweet Tooth Happy
Baking pro or store-bought — all are welcome!
🏆 Recognition & Prizes
For our talented bakers & creative cooks — homemade desserts only
Best Pie
Best Cookies
Best Cake
Most Exotic / Creative Dessert
Prizes are awarded for homemade desserts only — store-bought goodies are still warmly welcome at the table!
Participation is encouraged but totally optional.
Come hungry. Bring something sweet.
Sugar, smiles, and your love for family. 🍯
Why Your Presence Matters
Family members are currently making plans to travel from as far as, South Korea, California, Michigan, Georgia, New York and many points in between. Many relatives will be making the pilgrimage to Gause Texas. This is our opportunity to stand together and reclaim our unique legacy — by blood, by marriage — We reaffirm who we are before GOD & FAMILY.
Whether you grew up in Texas or have never set foot in Gause, you belong here.
Our Colors · Our Identity
Malone Burton Mestizo Heritage
Our Unique Colors
Coat of Arms · 1803
Our Family Flag
Coat of Arms Explained
Our Family Coat of Arms is unique and proprietary, specifically designed for Malone/Burton descendants, by blood and by marriage. May it serve as a reminder, that you are never alone. Behind the shield stands an unseen legion of family and ancestry — walking with you on your journey. From every challenge to every triumph, it is worn to lift and support you, as well as identify your tribe. The shield is a reminder of GOD'S LOVE and symbolizes the protection and resilience you've inherited by virtue of your name. It is a quiet but powerful truth: YOU BELONG and that you are an important part of something much larger than yourself.
The Real Power It Carries
Emotional Anchor
On difficult days, it grounds you. A quick glance or the feel of it on your lapel reconnects you to the resilience of those who endured far harder times — and still passed life forward.
Moral Compass
It calls you to higher standards. You represent more than just yourself — you carry the honor of the name and the expectations of every ancestor who hoped their descendants would live with integrity.
Source of Courage
Knowing your family stands behind you — literally and figuratively — gives you boldness to face uncertainty, speak truth, and pursue meaningful goals.
Bridge Across Time
It links past, present, and future. When others notice the pin and ask about it, the story of our family comes alive. Heritage is kept breathing in those moments.
Symbolism & Meaning
Our Colors: Heritage Teal Blue & Golden Ochre
Golden Ochre is the color of God's Sun. It is symbolic for creation — associated with the Sacral Chakra, creativity, vitality, and transformation. Heritage Teal Blue carries high frequencies of calm, spirituality, and communication, connected to deeper wisdom, peace, truth, and healing.
The Knight
Beyond battle, knights acted as law enforcement and administrators — maintaining order and defending the weak. The Knight represents THE MASCULINE PROTECTORS of the Malone family's history and heritage.
The Machete
Originally an agricultural tool, the machete became a symbol of resilience in historical conflicts across Latin America, the Caribbean, and Africa. In African & Indigenous cosmologies, the machete is not merely a tool for labor; it's a profound spiritual symbol of creation, elemental power and resistance.
The Crossbow
A hidden reminder — The original bow and arrow was created by melanated Indigenous people. The crossbow reminds us that we ARE the original architects of sophisticated bows and arrows for hunting and warfare, adapted to local environments long before European contact.
The Feathers
This single feather honors the shared values of excellence and spirit across all three bloodlines. African: ancestors revered feathers (particularly ostrich) as emblems of power, strength, truth, justice, and royal prestige. Indigenous: ancestors viewed feathers as sacred gifts from the Creator — symbols of honor, wisdom, courage, freedom, and spiritual connection. Anglo: aristocracy saw feathers (especially ostrich plumes) as marks of nobility, bravery, and worldly distinction.
The United Handshake — Mestizaje
A reminder that our heritage is united by many colors. We are The Original Texas Mestizos. Mestizaje is found across the world — African, Latin American, Filipino — Brown People united. Our unity across many colors is our greatest strength.
The Holy Cross
Notice the cross is not centered inside a Spanish or British Crown as in most coats of arms. The European influence of our crest is the Knight — not the Catholic Church nor Protestant Monarchy. Our ancestors knew the cross as a symbol of fire, positive energy, and creation. The Sun's halo resting behind the Christian Cross corresponds with our connection to Jesus Christ. While our family may worship in many denominations, it is a known fact, we all accept the divinity of Christ.
This Coat of Arms and all associated heritage content is protected intellectual property of the Legacy Preservation Project. For full details, see the Legal Notice.
Secure Your Spot
Registration & Fees
Please register in advance so we can plan properly for everyone
$25 Per Meal
For adults and children 8 years and older. Children 7 years and younger eat free.
Children under 7
Children 7 years and younger eat free — at no additional charge.
Alcohol-Free Event
The reunion is a dry event. No alcohol will be permitted on the premises. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping this a welcoming space for everyone.
Attire
Malone Coat of Arms T-shirt, family appropriate casual attire.
Important Event Deadlines
Last Day for 100% Refund on Cancellations for Reunion Fees
Sunday, September 7, 2026
Refunds Reduced by 25% After
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Last Day to Register for Attendance
Monday, September 7, 2026
Please Note: Submitting payment does not guarantee or secure your registration. Registration is not confirmed until all required information has been received and processed.
Payment Information
Secure your family's spot — pay your reunion fees below
Before You Pay — Please Read
Please read all instructions carefully before submitting any payment.
We are pleased to offer two convenient payment options for your reunion registration fees. All payments must be received no later than the September 7, 2026 registration deadline.
Important Note Regarding Zelle
Our Treasurer, Henry Bernard Malone Sr., is working in compliance with federal banking regulations and legal obligations to maintain the integrity of Family Funds. Payments must be specifically routed to Wells Fargo Bank via email address only.
First-time Zelle senders — please read carefully. Zelle takes cybersecurity seriously. Before you hit send, double-check and triple-check the email address — one wrong character can send your payment to the wrong person.
Every bank handles Zelle security differently. Here is what you may encounter:
- Your bank may ask a security confirmation question — please answer "YES" to proceed.
- Some banks may send a two-factor authentication (2FA) code to your phone — enter it when prompted.
- Some banks may require a phone call to verify the transaction before it goes through.
These are standard bank cybersecurity protocols designed to protect you and ensure your payment reaches the right account safely. Do not be alarmed — simply follow your bank's prompts.
Do NOT send payment via Henry's personal cell phone number. Payments must be sent using his email address only — [email protected]
If you have Henry's cell phone and payment email saved in your contacts, please temporarily delete the phone number from your contacts, then send the payment using the email address provided below only (not his phone number). Otherwise your payment may be redirected to a personal account.[email protected]
Please remember to include Malone/Burton Family Reunion
Pay Online via Zelle
Send payment directly to our Family Treasurer, Henry B. Malone Sr., using the Zelle email address below.
Pay via ZellePay by Check
Make checks payable to Henry Malone and include Malone Family Reunion in the memo line.
Mail to:
Henry Malone
303 County Rd 357A
Gause, TX 77857
Checks must clear by September 7, 2026
Hotel Information
We have reserved a block of rooms at the Holiday Inn Express in Hearne, Texas for family members interested in spending the night. We strongly encourage you to book early — rooms will fill quickly.
Questions? Contact the Hotel Directly
Guests are welcome to call or email the hotel directly for assistance with reservations or any questions regarding your stay.
Phyllis Pirsch, General Manager
IHG® Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hearne · 1645 N Market Street, Hearne, TX 77859
Scan to view discounted group rates for the Malone Family Reunion block
Tap or scan to book group rates
Important Hotel Dates & Deadlines
Last Day to Lock In Block Room Rates
Monday, August 24, 2026
Malone Family Reunion — Group Block Rates
Friday, Oct 9 & Saturday, Oct 10: $189 + tax / night
Sunday, Oct 11: $134+ tax / night
Both King and Queen rooms available under the block.
Last Day to Book Blocked Hotel Rooms
Monday, September 7, 2026
Family Identification
All Malones/Burtons by blood or marriage will be receiving a special laminate lapel pin featuring our family coat of arms. We look forward to capturing video & photos of family pinning family, especially our youngest. All attendees will receive favors.
When you register, please be sure to clearly list every family member attending so we can prepare the correct number of insignia.
A Note on Family Verification & Privacy and Site Integrity.
Access to our private family portal is an honor — not a given. Family membership is determined by family consensus, by blood or marriage. All accounts are reviewed and approved before private access is granted. This is how we protect the integrity of our family space and ensure that what is shared here stays within the family.
Your personal information — name, email, and password — are used solely to verify your place in the Malone/Burton family. It is never shared, sold, or distributed. All data is encrypted and protected through GoDaddy's trusted security infrastructure, giving you the peace of mind that our family's private space is in safe hands. Our Legacy is proprietary and should never fall into the hands of a third party without family consent.
This portal & domain belongs to the Malone Burton family. Only family gets in post reunion. Volunteers dedicated to site maintenance and integrity are welcomed.
Official Reunion T-Shirts
Malone/Burton Family Reunion 2026
Official Reunion T-Shirt — Order Now
Show your family pride with the official Malone/Burton Family Reunion 2026 t-shirt! Several styles and sizes are available to choose from. Shirts are ordered through CustomInk and shipped directly to your address — no pickup needed at the reunion.
Orders are placed individually through our secure CustomInk group link below. Pricing and available sizes are listed on the order page.
Order Deadline
Thursday, September 11, 2026
Women's Teal V-Neck
Men's Gold Crew
Men's Teal Crew
Women's Gold V-Neck
You will be taken to our secure CustomInk group order page.
We Are Here For Each Other
Contact Any Family Trustee
Have a question about the reunion, registration, hotel accommodations, or anything else? The reunion committee is happy to help. Reach out and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Contact Us
Hear The Call & Just Come On Home
October 10, 2026 · Gause Baptist Church Fellowship Hall · Gause, TX
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