DECEMBER 2016

JERSEY

ANTWAIN DONTÉ

PATRICK

ALPHONSO

IRENE

SETAL

JEREMY

AGNES

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Welcome to Toyland!11:30 a.m., Nov. 4, 2016, Store 4108, Springdale, Ark. Grover Napier, garden center associate, dressed as Santa, greets customers during the grand opening of Toyland.

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5 IT’S MY WALMART

Own the Business

15 SPARK CHEER

’Tis the Season of Giving and Joy

39 WE ARE WALMART

Stories of Amazing Associates

51 ANNIVERSARIES

Who’s on the List?

64 IN MEMORIAM

Remembering Ron Loveless

FEATURES

29 ‘Twas the Week Before ChristmasAll through the store, there were customers everywhere out on the floor.

33 Thanks to YouYou make the difference for our customers, for your communities, and for each other.

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Contents

Walmart Associates Make a Difference. Thank You! 33

Who Knew Mr. and Mrs. Claus Work at Walmart? 46

More Christmas Trees Brings More Cheer 16

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Letters

Hello, associates! As we head into the final weeks of 2016, I want to share how proud I am of the work you’re doing. We have strong results this year—sales are up and so are our Clean, Fast, and Friendly scores—and it’s all thanks to you. I’m so impressed with how you’re taking care of our customersand communities.

Whenever I travel to stores and facilities, my favorite part of each visit is talking with you—our

associates. I love seeing how we are all working together and supporting each other so we can take care of our customers on the front lines.

These days, here’s what I see: You’re taking ownership of the business. Customers are happier. You’re helping to make their lives better. That’s what makes the difference.

This holiday season, please take a moment to think of how the work you do every day matters. You have my thanks and my gratitude. We wouldn’t be Walmart without you.

Merry Christmas and happy holidays to you and your families. I look forward to seeing you in your store soon!

Greg Foran, President & CEO, Walmart U.S.

FROM GREG

Thank You

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Our Private Fleet raised over $400,000 for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals via our Safe Miles for Kids annual fundraiser. Representatives from Transportation Office 7826 and Distribution Center 7026 in Grantsville, UT presented the donation. Big thanks to our drivers for all you do for the community!

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It’s My WalmartOwn the Business

Coffee Talk

Giving customers a free taste was

all it took for one associate to increase K-Cup sales by nearly 1,000 percent.

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It’s My Walmart

These K-Cups are a Private Brand, so I knew they had a good profit margin. I try to do Great Value products whenever I can. Also, K-Cup coffee makers were on Rollback, so the timing was right. Plus, everybody loves coffee!

Why I Chose Coffee

PATTY FOSTER

Reclamations Associate

Store 2128 Halifax, Mass.

IT’S MY VPI

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WIRE between the 10th and 20th of every month.

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the VPI leaderboard and learn more about

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My Volume Producing Item

Great Value Donut Shop

Blend Medium Roast Coffee K-Cup Packs,

.38 oz, 12-count

How I Increased Sales

We gave out samples of the coffee two or three times a week and had the K-Cups at the registers.

My Results

February 2015 $268.92

February 2016 $2,815.80

Increase947%

My VPI Success Story

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What do you like most about your job?I love being able to move around. At self-checkout, you have many registers and many customers at once. I’m pleased to help customers check out quickly.

How do you help customers enjoy a speedy checkout?I make sure the registers are always clean and ready to go and that everything is working. I fill up the bags and register tape, and I make sure they have cash and are running right.

What do you do to connect with customers?I always greet them with a smile and tell them to have a good day before they leave. In between, I let them know I’m right there to help. Some know me by name and come here just to see me. I love that.

Making Spirits Bright

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IRENE NELSON

Self-Checkout Host

Store 2257 Houston, Texas

“My customers say they love to see me working because I love to help!”

Irene Nelson

For Irene, more open registers means more chances to help customers have a great experience.

HAPPY TO HELP

Irene is a Happy to Help pin winner. Learn more at walmartworld.com/

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Outstanding Service

A great customer experience starts

with friendly, helpful associates—an area

where this store went the extra mile.

Pickup ProsGive this Pickup team five minutes—you’ll get your order and leave with a smile.

“Good customer service is the key to Pickup,” says Janel Accoo, co-manager of Store 3520 in Secaucus, N.J. “A lot of customers think they’ll have to wait when they use Pickup, so you need a team that gets customers served fast.” Fortunately, this Pickup team, led by Department Manager Setal Gandhi, is up to the task.

Here’s how they do it.

• Always available. The team is scheduled so that a Pickup associate is always at the desk while other associates pull and prepare orders.

• Stay on top of orders. Setal processes orders as they come in so they’re ready when customers arrive.

• Use new tools. The new WISMO (Where Is My Order?) lookup tool allows the Pickup team to keep track of customer orders and information.

• Communicate with customers. If there are any potential issues with an order, Setal lets the customer know.

Through it all, the team works to keep wait times short—ideally less than 5 minutes. As a result, customers know they can rely on Pickup for their shopping needs. “It really relieves stress for customers,” Janel says.

ON THE JOB

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From left: Kevin Vargas, order fulfillment associate; Stephen Morales, personal shopper; Setal Gandhi, department manager, Pickup; and Janel Accoo, co-manager

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Merry and Bright

Emoji on the TreeThe number of giftable ornament categories has greatly expanded this year. Emoji ornaments are one of these.

Pretty and SturdyBenchmark testing (comparing Holiday Time items to competitors’ products) assures our high quality. In addition to being tough, Holiday Time shatterproof ornaments now have an improved design to more closely resemble glass.

WHAT’S IN STORE

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Big SeasonThe Holiday Time product line has grown to include approximately 4,000 SKUs. They hit shelves around Week 34 in late September and go on markdown the day after Christmas.

Wreath the BenefitsGarlands and wreaths—perfect for decorating a door or a mantel—are staple items. Trends this year include natural designs, although glittery ones are still popular as well.

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Turning your home into a winter wonderland? Holiday Time, Walmart’s seasonal décor Private Brand, will bring the cheer.

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Walmart Wellness Day keeps getting better and better. At the Oct. 15 Wellness Day, about 230,000 free blood pressure,

glucose, and vision screenings were conducted in stores. Attendees also received low-cost immunizations and free samples of healthy foods.

The next Walmart Wellness Day—coming Jan. 14, 2017—will offer even more.

news to know

The Next Wellness Day Is Coming Soon!

For more information, visit wm6.walmart.com/wellness-day,

and get ready for Wellness Day at your store!

Along with blood pressure, glucose, and vision screenings, the

January event will include body mass index (BMI)

measurement and advice on reaching a

healthy weight.

Download, print, and fill out your health waiver beforehand

for a speedier screening process.

the event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the first

25 associates at each store who get screenings will receive special gift bags.

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It’s My Walmart

What Makes Sarah Special “Customers ask for Sarah by name because she is so knowledgeable about her department. We’ve had people call the store to share how friendly and helpful she was.” Luis Pagan, co-manager

Sarah’s Motivation “I want to see everyone succeed, so if associates have questions, I’m there to help. Success in our department happens when we work together as a team.”

Her Advice · Learn the system. Understand

what is being done and why. · Stay busy. If you finish your

work, there’s always something else to do.

· Know what’s going on in your store, so you’ll know when a job opens up.

Department Manager, Homelines

SARAH MENDOZA

PROMOTED TO

Store 3802 Middletown, Del.

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S ark Cheerp’Tis the Season of Giving and Joy

The Christmas season is a time

of happiness and giving and a time

for having fun with family and friends.

The tips here can help make yourholiday happy

and bright.Merry Christmas!

Wrappers’ Delight

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Set a TimerCarolyn uses timers to make

it easy to turn everything on and off each day.

Holiday Time Indoor Digital Timer

Think AheadCarolyn buys

ornaments with an eye toward creating new themes for the

following year.

Holiday Time Shatterproof Ornaments (pink/teal/light green)

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Deck the MantelMix metallic décor

with greenery for an eye-catching display.

Holiday Time Christmas Ornaments 8.5' Shatterproof Garland (gold/silver)

Switch It UpSit these blingy deer figurines

on tables, on the floor, or even

in the tree.

Holiday Time Christmas Décor Pavé Deer

Save TimeA pre-lit tree means fast setup and more

time to enjoy the view.

Holiday Time Kennedy Fir Artificial Christmas Tree, Clear Lights

CAROLYN WARNER

Department Manager, Homelines

Store 1710 Clinton, Miss.

My Festive Trees

TRY IT MY WAY

Carolyn shares how she spreads Christmas joy around her home.

When I was growing up, my grandma and I didn’t put up our own Christmas tree because we always celebrated at the houses of my aunts and uncles. When I had my own kids, I wanted trees in every room! My kids are grown now, but I still love the tradition we created.

I start decorating the week before Thanksgiving so I have time to get each tree just right. The highlight is the 7½-foot-tall tree that sits on a rotating stand in my living room. I keep it simple and classic in silver and gold.

In the kitchen and dining room area, I decorate another 7½-foot-tall tree with a changing theme. Last year, I trimmed it in shades of blue. I even put a 2-foot-tall tree in my bathroom.

Then, of course, I finish by hanging the stockings!

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Jackson wins awards for his dazzling home light displays. Here, he shares his best tips for making your home shine.

Light It Up!

GET THE RIGHT GEAR

Jackson uses between 50 and 60 extension cords—he plans to buy more this year! Plastic clips that attach to the gutter or shingles hold light strands firmly in place.

Holiday Time Deck Clips, 25, Made in the USAHoliday Time 9 Outlet Cord

MIX IT UP

Include inflatables to enhance the show. These self-inflate, so they’re easy.

Holiday Time Waving Santa

SHORT ON TIME? TRY THIS!

Create a new show every night with this projector that features 98 dazzling light sequences and effects.

LED Lightshow Points of Light, Deluxe With Remote

CHECK AS YOU GO

Test lights as you’re installing them so you know that all strands and bulbs work. Tip: Replace traditional holiday lights with LED versions, which last longer and are more energy-efficient.

Holiday Time 100 Multi-Color LED Mini Lights

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best tips for making your home shine.

JACKSON PURDIE

Personnel Coordinator

Store 1609 Grand Rapids, Minn.

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Comfort and Joy

SIMPLE TRICKS

Claim some you time during the holiday season, and relax with these products for pampering.

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GURUNANDA ULTRASONIC ESSENTIAL OIL DIFFUSER

Choose from several Gurunanda essential oil blends to use with this diffuser to help you recharge. There’s Breathe Easy, with eucalyptus; Relaxation, with lavender, grapefruit, and basil; and more.

CONAIR DELUXE FOOT SPA W/JETS, BUBBLES, MASSAGE, AND HEAT

A foot spa can help improve circulation and relieve tension. With this spa, the attached pumice stone and massaging rollers enhance the feel-good benefits.

GODIVA HOT COCOA GIFT SET

Research shows that eating chocolate can reduce levels of stress hormones. Sweet—in more ways than one!

GET THESE DRAPES!Update your space for the

holidays with Mainstays Canvas Iron Work Curtain Panels.

Available in stores (selection may vary) and at Walmart.com.

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Stocking FillersMUST-HAVES

Along with the sweet and the traditional, try these top picks to add a special touch to the family’s stockings this year.

+MORE ONLINEYour family will get a kick out of these standing

stockings. Look for more varieties on

Walmart.com.

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FOR MOMHard Candy Look Pro!

Ultimate Contourand Sculpt Kit

FOR MOMSilky Suede Fuzzy Babba Star Wars

Printed Slipper Socks

FOR SONTzumi ProGlass Tempered Glass

Screen Protection

FOR SONMarvel Tsum Tsum, 3-Pack

FOR DADMossy Oak 30-oz

Double Wall Stainless Steel Mug

FOR DADOzark Trail 20-Lumen Mini-Headlamp and

200-Lumen Flashlight Combo Pack

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FOR DAUGHTERHello Kitty LCD Watch

FOR DAUGHTERLip Smacker Coca-Cola

Lip Gloss, 8-Pack

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SWISS TECH MEN’S SOFTSHELL JACKET

Add warmth without bulk. Available in big and tall, too.

BLACK + DECKER WIFI ENABLED 6 QUART SLOW COOKER

Download the free app to start or stop cooking from anywhere.

Product Care Plan Available!

XBOX ONE S BATTLEFIELD 1 SPECIAL EDITION BUNDLE, STORM GREY CONSOLE

Get a full download of Battlefield 1, one month of EA Access, 4K video streaming, and more.

Product Care Plan Available!

For Him

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Elfsclusive!

Elfsclusive!

XBOX ONE S BATTLEFIELD 1 SPECIAL EDITION BUNDLE, STORM GREY CONSOLE

Get a full download of Battlefield 1, one month of EA Access, 4K video

Product Care Plan Available!

For Him

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Spark TKSpark TK

Make a list. Check it twice. Then get everyone on it something nice. Remember to use your associate

discount to get 10 percent off eligible items.

H O T L I S T

WRAP IN ST YLE!Holiday Time’s wide

assortment of gift wrap options includes reversible,

sparkly holographic, and pretty foil.

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PIONEER WOMAN VINTAGE SPECKLE 10-PIECE COOKWARE SET

Timeless design meets modern convenience. These easy-to-care-for pieces have nonstick interiors and are dishwasher-safe (except for cast-iron frying pan).

DANSKIN NOW WOMEN’S ACTIVE LEGGINGS WITH ATHLETIC SOCK

Dri-More fabric helps wick workout moisture away—and the retro sock design keeps it fun.

LENOVO YOGA BOOK WITH WIFI TOUCHSCREEN TABLET PC

Ideal for the artist, this dual tablet and PC comes with a Real Pen input device for writing, drawing, and coloring.

Product Care Plan Available!

For Her

Elfsclusive!

Elfsclusive!

For Her

For Her

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KID TRAX 6V TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLE QUAD RIDE-ON

Give a toddler a little Turtle power! The push-button system makes it easy for little ones to drive.

Product Care Plan Available!

PIE FACE SHOWDOWN!

Now kids can face off —and double the laughs!—with this expanded version of the popular original Pie Face! game.

HATCHIMALS - BURTLE

Give love to these fuzzy interactive critters in their eggs, and then watch them hatch and come alive.

Product Care Plan Available!

BARBIE DREAMHOUSE

The classic toy has modern technology like interactive sound, motion, and lights. Kids can even insert a smartphone so Barbie and friends can watch videos.

For the Kids

Find out more about Product Care Plans at see.walmart.com/walmart/protection-plans.+

HATCHIMALS - BURTLE

Give love to these fuzzy interactive critters in their eggs, and then watch them hatch and come alive.

Product Care Plan Available!

Elfsclusive!

Elfsclusive!

PIE FACE SHOWDOWN!PIE FACE SHOWDOWN!

For the Kids

For the Kids

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BREAKFAST BITES

1 / Bake these breakfast cups ahead of time for a quick and easy start to the day during the holiday rush. Get the recipe at walmartworld.com/MuffinPan.

CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN

2 / Use festive paper to create a custom 12-day countdown calendar filled with special treats. Find the instructions at walmartworld.com/MuffinPan.

SNACK BAR

3 / Make a portable concession stand for your next movie night—there are even spaces for cups!

More Than Muffins!

ONE MUFFIN PAN, THREE WAYS

Shake it up! A muffin pan can be used for more than baking.

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Spiced Hot Chocolate

RECIPE OF THE MONTH

Heat up a traditional family favorite with a dash of cinnamon.

GET THESE MUGS!Moscow Mule’s mugs help keep your drink deliciously warm! Find them in stores

and at Walmart.com.

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Prep time: 5 minutes

1 cup Great Value Unsweetened Vanilla Almondmilk

1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

2 tbsp sugar¼ tsp ground cinnamon

Dash of salt¼ tsp vanilla extract

Great Value Original Whipped Light Cream, optional

1. Microwave almond milk in tall glass for 2 minutes, 30 seconds.

2. In mug, combine cocoa powder, sugar, cinnamon, and dash of salt. Stir to break up clumps.

3. Add heated almond milk, stirring as you pour. Add vanilla extract, then continue stirring until cocoa powder is completely dissolved.

4. Top with whipped cream and an additional shake of cinnamon. Enjoy!

Makes 1 serving. Per serving: 152 calories, 3 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 0 mg cholesterol, 542 mg sodium, 30 g carbohydrate, 1.5 g fiber, 2 g protein

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Last-Minute Gifts From the babysitter to your honey, Walmart’s got you covered.

10 ITEMS OR LESS

1.HP 15.6" SilverFusion Intel Corei3 Touch LaptopThis is an ideal gift for students.

2.Ninja Coffee BarThrill java fans with this customizable system, which includes a bonus milk frother. Lattes, anyone?

3.HyperTough2.1-AmpOscillatingMultitoolThis highly rated tool handles a variety of home repairs and improvement projects.

4.16" Unicorn to DragonFlipAZooLittle ones will flip over this cuddly toy that’s two animals in one.

5.Pop! Star WarsRogue OneSaw Gerrera, a rebel in the new film, Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, is only available at Walmart.

6.HolidayWish TowerGive a delightful mix of candy, popcorn, and other treats from brands like Ghirardelli and Harry & David.

7.Better Homesand GardensCandle, 18 oz.Scented candles are a great teacher’s gift.

8.Shopkins Season 6 Chef Club 12-PackKids can combine these adorable ingredient characters into fun virtual “dishes.”

9.Greater DVDFrom college football walk-on to All-American, Brandon Burlsworth defied the odds.Available Dec. 20.

10.Madden NFL 17This year’s version has new immersive features and more gameplay options.

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Although visions of sugarplums danced in their heads, they were focused on last-minute gift buying instead.

“It’s almost Christmas!” they said. “The gifts that we seekmust be located, purchased, and wrapped up this week!”

’Twas the week before Christmas, and all through the storethere were customers everywhere out on the floor.

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here’s a hardworking mom of a girl and two boys

with a smile on her face ’cause she’s found the right toys.

An associate showed her where she ought to go

to find toys that were Chosen By Kids, who should know.

There’s a jolly grandpa in the sporting goods aisle.

In his cart is a fishing rod—on his face is a smile.

It’s a gift that is perfect—with the joy it will bring

as he thinks about fishing with a grandson next spring.

There’s a newlywed shopper—a Christmas beginner—

who has bought all her gifts but forgot Christmas dinner!

She’s relieved when we show her the aisles that are brimming

with turkey and every fresh holiday trimming.

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hey’ve come to Walmart, for we know what to do

to make every family’s Christmas come true.

Whatever they’re seeking, whatever they pick,

we’ll have it in store—as good as St. Nick.

What the customer wants, the customer gets!

The gifts that are hottest, the Biggest Bets yet.

Whatever the gift that the people decide upon,

like a carriage that Disney princesses ride on.

So who can you count on assisting with it?

It’s the courteous Walmart associate!

There is never a “can’t,” an “if,” or a “but”!

We are Happy to Help you, and no matter what.

With an assortment that’s larger and lines that are small,

and attention to customers—come one and come all.

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THANKSFOR ALL YOU DO

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here’s the dad with two children who usually bicker,

but a Holiday Helper gave each child a sticker!

She was dressed as an elf in a bright yellow vest

and while making them smile, showed the line that was best.

Mrs. Miller has found everything on her list,

but she still has an inkling there’s something she’s missed.

She knows, even so, there will not be a hiccup

’cause until Christmas Eve she can always use Pickup.

Where would you shop if you were an elf?

The rumor is that Santa even shops here himself!

Your Walmart’s the place to find holiday cheer,

so Merry Christmas to all and Happy New Year!

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When communities need help, associates are often among the first to lend a hand. One recent example: After the Clayton Fire blazed through northern California earlier this year, dozens of people—including nine associates at Store 1979 in Clearlake—lost everything.

In the midst of tragedy, however, Store 1979 was a refuge for the community. Associates passed out supplies to the fire department and helped serve meals to evacuees. The store donated hundreds of dollars to relief efforts, as well as pallets of water and other essentials.

“They are the unsung heroes,” says Willie Sapeta, fire chief of the Lake County Fire Protection District. “We couldn’t have done it without them.”

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Associates frequently serve as mentors. Often, as shown by the story of Antwain Donté Hill, who was recently promoted to assistant manager at Store 5753 in Alexandria, Va., that role grows to impact life outside the store.

Antwain Donté usually kicks off the day with high fives for his associates. “There isn’t a person here I don’t speak to.” At his previous store, Antwain Donté joined the deli team and inspired them to increase sales about 20 percent month over month. He also helped 16 associates get their driver’s licenses for the first time and helped seven of them buy their first cars.

You inspire greatness.

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The services associates offer at Walmart fit into customers’ lives in unexpected ways. Cake decorator Jersey Stockmaster of Store 641 in Greenville, S.C., says the cakes she makes for customers aren’t just cakes. She creates memories.

“By the end of the day, my hands, stained with different colors, can tell you everything about life,” she says. Her creations bring happiness, even at the most difficult times.

“We make someone’s day with every drop of icing,” she adds.

You love your craft.

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If a customer has a concern, associates are always willing to act. That’s the example set by Patrick Stockwell, department manager, produce, at Store 885 in Seward, Neb., when families started asking about a Caroline’s Cart, a shopping cart with a larger seat for older children with special needs.

“If they had a child with special needs, it was impossible to have a regular shopping experience,” explains Patrick. “That really touched me.”

Patrick worked with the Home Office shopping cart team to get a Caroline’s Cart for his store.

One customer almost cried when she heard shopping with her son would be easier. “The Caroline’s Cart changes their entire shopping experience,” says Patrick.

You act with compassion.

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Stories of Amazing Associates

Secret Santa

It may not be the North Pole,

but it sure is close. Associate

Roy Straub crafts toys in his work-shop in Wasilla, Alaska, to help kids in need.

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Small acts of kindness have a lasting impact. Alphonso Beatty, a truck driver at Transportation Office 6873 in Pageland, S.C., has a letter to prove it.

Alphonso wasn’t expecting recognition when he helped a mother and son who were a few dollars short at the register. He covered the difference and helped them load their groceries. Alphonso even gave the boy a toy truck and some extra money so the boy could surprise his mom with lunch.

The customer wrote a thank you letter (with a drawing of a truck by the boy). Of Alphonso, she writes: “I asked him why. He smiled and said, ‘Our company believes in helping others and giving others a chance.’ ”

You pay it forward.

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“Whenever the store needs something, Roy can pull it together,” says Co-manager Colette Johnson. “He’s very crafty.” One time, during a remodel, he made a temporary ball rack out of PVC pipes for the toy department. In his spare time, he puts that craftiness to work in a special way.

At home, Roy has a workshop where he makes toy cars and planes out of donated wood or old pallets and then paints them by hand. When they’re finished, he donates them all to Toys for Tots to help area kids have something special for Christmas.

“Toys for Tots helped me years ago when I didn’t have anything to give my kids for Christmas,” Roy says. Grateful for how the organization helped in his time of need, Roy promised himself he would give back once he got back on his feet. “I’m in a position now where I can give back,” he says. “For the past four years, I’ve done just that.”

THANK YOU, ROY: “I want to thank Roy for his dedication to helping his customers and fellow associates,” says Colette Johnson, co-manager, “and for how he uses his talents to benefit merchandising in the store.”

The Toymaker

ROY STRAUB

Sales Associate, Sporting Goods

Store 2074 Wasilla, Alaska

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Roy Straub, an Air Force veteran and former crew chief of a KC-135 aircraft, shows off a toy airplane made in his home workshop.

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Heather Frey, assistant manager, Fresh, at Store 86 in Springfield, Mo., was driving home from work when she came across a car accident. She turned around to check on the passengers, but then her own car slid into a ditch.

That’s when she met Cody Collins, who had just finished grocery shopping after his shift at Store 88. He stopped to make sure everyone was OK.

After seeing that the passengers from the other accident were cared for, Cody checked on Heather. He offered her food from his grocery supply and waited with her until her husband arrived.

After Heather’s husband arrived, they managed to get her car back onto the road. Heather thanked Cody for his help, but to him, it was all in a day’s work.

“From my job, I’ve learned it’s easy to help people almost every day,” he says. “Whether it’s something major like a car accident or just saying ‘hi’ and smiling, it’s surprising how much you can boost someone’s day by just being nice.”

THANK YOU, CODY: “I want to thank Cody for bringing good to light and for making us think about how we should represent our company and ourselves,” says Kyle Rice, store manager, Store 88.

Good SamaritanCody Collins

Sales Associate, Produce

Store 88 Mountain Grove, Mo.

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Stopping to help Heather Frey (right) was a no-brainer for Cody Collins (left). “It’s how I was raised,” he says. “If someone needs help, you stop and help.”

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“Walmart is considered the top shopping option in Mexico. I’m proud to belong to this company for all it’s done for me,” says José, who frequently visits stores throughout Mexico City and other parts of the country in his role as produce supervisor. As Walmart celebrates its 25th year in Mexico this year, José has a special anniversary of his own: This month marks his 49th year in a grocery career that began at Grupo Cifra, the supermarket chain that later became Walmart Mexico.

José’s many years of experience have made him a valued mentor for newer associates, who look to him for advice in both their professional and personal lives.

“When I started with Walmart, José showed me how the work was done,” says Justino Gómez Miranda, produce chief, Store 1770, Mexico City. “More than a supervisor, he is my teacher and dear friend.”

GRACIAS, JOSÉ: “José is a role model for all associates,” says Jose Angel Sanchez Salas, subdirector, Commercial Produce.

Mentor-Minded

We Are Walmart

JOSÉ ANTONIO CHÁVEZ BELMONTES

Produce Supervisor

Home Office Mexico City, Mexico

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Last year, Store 5497’s partnership with Operation Homefront provided more than 300 care packages for local military families during the holiday season. This year, the associates hope to take that number to 500.

“Our associates get so pumped up to participate in this event,” says Robert Hazard, manager of Market 187 and former manager of Store 5497. “We usually need 50 to 70 volunteers and never have a problem finding people.”

The associates unloaded food from trucks and then organized and packed it into bags. For many, the highlight was giving the packages to families.

“The best part is seeing the children’s faces,” says Pam Longton, personnel coordinator. “It’s just heartwarming to go to the event and see how grateful the members of the military are for everything Walmart does for them.”

THANK YOU, STORE 5497: “I want to thank the management team at Store 5497,” says Tonia Russell, northeast regional board member, Operation Homefront. “They made sure our military men and women had everything they needed for a great holiday.”

Homefront Heroes

Store 5497 Evans Mills, N.Y.

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Pictured (left to right): Pam Longton, Robert Hazard, and Don Eastham, current manager of Store 5497.

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A trail of kids follows Santa and Mrs. Claus as they walk the aisles of Store 361 passing out candy. Charles “Charlie” Geer, sales associate, hardware, is behind the beard; at his side is Elsie McCartney, department manager, fabrics and crafts. Some customers stop for a selfie, and others line up at the Photo Center for a more formal portrait.

Elsie, a 35-year associate, has dressed up as Mrs. Claus for years to raise money for veterans. About seven years ago, she asked Store Manager Matt Gehrs if she could play Mrs. Claus in the store for the holidays. Soon after Charlie joined the store, he volunteered to be Santa. Since then, the Clauses have been ushering the holiday spirit into their store.

Charlie enjoys the reactions he gets from fellow associates when he puts on the suit. “Everyone from customer service managers to maintenance gets a kick out of seeing me and saying, ‘Hi, Santa! How are ya?’ ”

For Elsie, the best part of being Mrs. Claus is seeing the kids’ reactions. “When they make pictures and bring them to you and write little letters—that’s precious.”

Meet the Clauses

Store 361 Collinsville, Ill.

THANK YOU, CHARLIE AND ELSIE: “I’d like to thank Charlie and Elsie for their service to customers,” says Store Manager Matt Gehrs. “They both work to exceed expectations.”

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Keep an eye out for Santa in your store! Selfies With Santa events will take place the two weekends prior to Christmas.

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Full Hearts, Full Carts

Jeremy Safranic

Asset Protection Manager

Store 3784 Franklin, Ohio

The headline was heartbreaking: “7-year-old boy found trying to sell teddy bear for food.” The news story told of how the boy and his six siblings had been severely neglected, living in terrible conditions. After reading the story, associate Jeremy Safranic knew the team at his store could help.

Jeremy asked his store manager about arranging a shopping trip for the children and their grandmother. Five days later, six of the children were in the store shopping, each child accompanied by an associate.

“The kids gave all the associates hugs,” Jeremy says. “Having their own shoppers took pressure off Grandma so she didn’t have to walk around trying to find what each child wanted.”

Missy Smith, department manager, stationery, shopped with the 7-year-old. “He got so excited and kept asking if he could have markers,” she says. “You could tell the children weren’t used to having anything; they didn’t want to put things in the cart.”

The associates continue to help the family. Recently, they raised money to help buy winter coats for the children.

THANK YOU, JEREMY: “I want to thank Jeremy for treating our customers like family,” says Store Manager Stan Miller. “That’s what our store has always been about.”

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Pictured (left to right): Jeremy Safranic, Tammy Glover, personnel coordinator, and Missy Smith

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Anniversaries

December 2016

Company Fact This month in 1987,

the first Walmart Hypermart USA, the

forerunner of the Supercenter, opened

in Garland, Texas.

Associate Fact This month,

360 associates are celebrating their 25th

anniversary with Walmart.

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When Hurricane Katrina swept into the Gulf Coast in 2005, one of the cities hit hardest was Waveland, Miss. Miles of neighborhoods were destroyed; 25 people lost their lives.

During that time, Store 1195 became a place where community members reconnected. The first Christmas after the storm was hard, so Madeline Miller asked herself how she could help. “I don’t have much,” she recalls thinking at the time, “but I can buy a box of Christmas cards.”

Madeline started handing out cards to customers as they came into the store and soon went through a 36-card pack. So she bought another box of cards, and then another. The small gesture resonated so much with customers that it has become a yearly tradition.

“Somebody else can do something big and important like a soup kitchen,” she says, “but this is my light. I will do it as long as I am able.”

THANK YOU, MADELINE: “I’d like to thank Madeline for her smile and for her kindness,” says Store Manager James Cox.

Card-Carrying HeroMADELINE MILLER

Greeter

Store 1195 Waveland, Miss.

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In the years since Katrina, Madeline Miller estimates that she’s handed out nearly 5,000 Christmas cards.

Who’s a hero at your store? Let us know at walmartworld.com/YourStoryIdeas.

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Anniversaries / Alabama—California

Alabama 30 years

Ruby Darnell WM 1057 Tallassee

Patricia Ledbetter WM 1057 Tallassee

Sara Mccollum WM 1052 Fayette

Steve Traweek WM 1052 Fayette

Linda Woods WM 1052 Fayette

Debra Wright WM 1057 Tallassee

25 yearsHoward Davis WM 562 Leeds

Amanda Dodd HO 9956 Madison

20 yearsSarah Byrd WM 740 Ozark

Jewell Chamberlain WM 766 Florence

Charlotte Davis WM 298 Boaz

Taya Dupree WM 930 Montgomery

Kristen Hamby WM 726 Alexander City

Brenda Hunt WM 866 Mobile

Nichole Mcneal WM 6878 Hazel Green

Quinton Montgomery WM 700 Selma

Robert Pierce Jr. LG 6006 Cullman

Jimmy Snell LG 6006 Cullman

Charles Vice LG 6006 Cullman

Jeffrey Wallace WM 562 Leeds

Wanda White WM 483 Prattville

Alaska 25 years

Dianna Demers WM 2071 Anchorage

Arizona 25 years

Tina Hartlaub WM 1532 Glendale

Vicky Hartley WM 1370 Bullhead City

Mark Kerrigan WM 1417 Prescott

Laura Koppinger WM 1746 Tempe

William Quinones WM 5369 Goodyear

John West WM 5186 Gilbert

Kathy Wintermute WM 2671 Chandler

20 yearsPauline Arredondo WM 2512 Phoenix

Mary Blakely WM 1299 Cottonwood

Abel Briseno WM 5835 Cave Creek

Linda Davis WM 2512 Phoenix

Gail Henry WM 3846 Mesa

William Huggins WM 1149 Safford

Elaine Johnston WM 1417 Prescott

Robin Jones WM 3241 Glendale

Lisa Krakowian WM 1291 Tucson

Alma Martinez WM 1324 Nogales

Michael Mealey WM 1299 Cottonwood

David Mueller WM 2512 Phoenix

Sandra Murray WM 2112 Scottsdale

Charles Paquette WM 2777 Surprise

Jacqueline Paquette WM 2777 Surprise

Charlie Posey WM 1291 Tucson

Jacqueline Rudnitzki WM 1291 Tucson

Lydia Vigil WM 3465 Glendale

Catherine Wright WM 2922 Tucson

Arkansas 30 years

Thomas Demott HO 8439 Bentonville

Earl Gray LG 6818 Searcy

Deborah Herman WM 230 Paris

Randal Parsons HO 8691 Bentonville

Johnny Young WM 74 Osceola

25 yearsGregory Birchfield HO 8335 Bentonville

Mark Cain LG 8234 Searcy

Rhonda Dixon WM 3331 Pine Bluff

Mary Ferrell WM 85 Benton

Karen Foster HO 8929 Bentonville

Freida Grigsby WM 58 Russellville

Kevin Harvey HO 6141 Bentonville

William Hill WM 133 Ashdown

Elbert Lyons WM 358 Alma

Reba Strong WM 85 Benton

Sara Turner WM 5433 Hot Springs Village

Otto Wilkins WM 125 Fort Smith

20 yearsLisa Brewer HO 9954 Bentonville

Samantha Davenport HO 8041 Bentonville

Barbara Dwight HO 8610 Bentonville

Alisa Fipps HO 8635 Bentonville

Robert Gibson HO 8439 Bentonville

Greg Hall HO 7886 Bentonville

Elizabeth Hamm HO 8902 Bentonville

Denise Hoover HO 9297 Bentonville

J Lopez HO 8544 Bentonville

Daniel Pecoraro HO 9149 Fayetteville

Gregory Racek HO 8464 Bentonville

Mary Reamer HO 8003 Bentonville

Christine Taylor HO 8056 Bentonville

Juanita Tolbert WM 3331 Pine Bluff

Laura Trasvina HO 8002 Bentonville

Margaret Walker WM 141 Fort Smith

Brenda Yerton HO 9027 Bentonville

California 30 years

Jennifer Holden LG 8103 Chino

25 yearsCarol Bednar-Burgas WM 5096 Palm Desert

Anthony Calzia WM 1692 Colton

Cindy Cheffey WM 1630 Yreka

Rodney Deming LG 6821 Porterville

Renee Duke WM 1692 Colton

Elizabeth Eatmon WM 2557 Bakersfield

Janice Fanton WM 1700 Poway

Nancy Finney WM 1630 Yreka

Marisel Fitting WM 2951 Lancaster

Jeanne Galloway WM 1755 Rohnert Park

Socorro Garcia WM 5193 Moreno Valley

Alex Guzman WM 1805 La Quinta

Tina Hansen-Keys WM 1755 Rohnert Park

Lorraine Johnson HO 8888 Moreno Valley

Peggy Kisselovich WM 1692 Colton

Darla Knight WM 1554 Stockton

Michael Lancaster WM 5884 San Jose

Marty Leon WM 2028 Riverside

Karen Mantz WM 5425 San Jacinto

Marta Marin WM 2553 Windsor

Carl Martin WM 1630 Yreka

Patricia Mc Cracken WM 1555 El Centro

Alma Miranda WM 2333 Apple Valley

Michael Negrette HO 9594 Moreno Valley

Hong Nelson WM 1692 Colton

Jyotika Patel WM 2517 Santa Ana

David Ramot WM 1651 American Canyon

George Rocha LG 6021 Porterville

Dewie Rogers II WM 1853 Hemet

Barbara Ruddy WM 1692 Colton

Karen Starr WM 3587 Rocklin

Paula Telles WM 1747 Perris

Cynthia Wallis WM 3276 San Bernardino

Debbie Welch WM 5425 San Jacinto

Mark Welch WM 1853 Hemet

Jerry White LG 6021 Porterville

Deborah Wohlers HO 7888 Anaheim

20 yearsSanti Afroilan WM 5884 San Jose

Jose Arredondo WM 1859 Calexico

Julia Beltran WM 2044 Chico

Maureen Benson WM 2537 Redding

Katy Billington WM 5133 Anderson

Michelle Bilvado WM 2557 Bakersfield

Naomi Bray WM 2536 Tulare

Shannon Briceno WM 5075 Oceanside

Paula Brown WM 2458 Salinas

Pamela Carden WM 2537 Redding

Kimberly Carter WM 2537 Redding

Irma Chavez WM 3796 Ontario

Paul Cheso WM 2537 Redding

Jimmy Domingo LG 6021 Porterville

Pat England WM 2536 Tulare

Anita Flores WM 2291 Chula Vista

Alexandra Garcia WM 2458 Salinas

Jodie Garcia WM 1555 El Centro

Joyce Gossette WM 2161 Pleasanton

Iveth Hatch WM 2458 Salinas

Irma Herrera WM 2458 Salinas

Emelia Hirose WM 5884 San Jose

Thomas Holst WM 2537 Redding

Joanna Kahiapo WM 1608 Red Bluff

Armando Landeros WM 2458 Salinas

Imelda Leal WM 2253 El Cajon

Teresa Minnitte WM 2537 Redding

Sylvester Miranda WM 2536 Tulare

Diane Morgan WM 2177 San Diego

Juanita Munoz WM 2537 Redding

Olga Muro WM 2291 Chula Vista

Angela Neal WM 2648 San Leandro

Lorena Pichardo WM 2458 Salinas

Geraldine Robinson WM 5886 Encinitas

Elizabeth Rojas WM 2458 Salinas

Virginia Roybal WM 5634 Fresno

Mary Lou Salazar WM 2458 Salinas

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Agnes Marshall WM 674 Gallatin, Tenn.

Anniversaries / 45, 40, & 35 Years

40years

35years

Todd Libbra HO 9230 Garland, Texas

John LaBlank WM 79 Joplin, Mo.

Gerald Monaghan WM 342 Hiawatha, Kan.

Alice Blanton WM 624 Newberry, S.C.

Priscilla Monger WM 741 Lenoir City, Tenn.

Darrell Arthaud WM 993 McPherson, Kan.

Nelson Schmitt WM 4224 Conover, N.C.

45years

Danny McCracken HO 8612 Bentonville, Ark.

Derick Caulder HO 8085 Cheraw, S.C.

Betty Dotts WM 76 Berryville, Ark.

Lisa Johnson WM 199 Lincoln, Ill.

Lupe Lerma WM 211 Hillsboro, Texas

Geri Williams WM 690 Elizabethton, Tenn.

Larry Post WM 757 Pleasanton, Texas

35-year associates not pictured

Nell Pitts WM 383 Silsbee, Texas

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A Caring Network Agnes finds strength in family and friends through good times and bad.

My Walmart family has always been there for me. When my daughter passed away unexpectedly 11 years ago, they helped me through. People brought food and cards and listened to me when I came back to work and needed someone to talk to.

I took in my grandson after his mother died. We’ve helped each other through tough times. I’m so thankful for all of my family and all the associates and management here at Walmart. They are my world.

45years

Store 674

Stores Worked In 1

Hire Date Dec. 3, 1971

Gallatin, Tenn.

1Positions Held

AGNES MARSHALLSales Associate, Ladieswear

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Anniversaries / California—Hawaii

Mary Ann Schrader WM 2537 Redding

Maria Silva WM 2536 Tulare

Raymond Stepp WM 1575 Oroville

Dawn Trehearne WM 3025 San Jose

Ermelinda Vela WM 2458 Salinas

Quang Vu WM 5641 La Habra

Christopher Walden WM 2468 Rohnert Park

Lawrence Winter WM 2537 Redding

Colorado 30 years

Bernadette Cisneros WM 1001 Pueblo

Stephen Cortez WM 1001 Pueblo

TJ Esquibel WM 5828 Pueblo

Kathie Tekavec WM 986 Frisco

Brenda Whitehead WM 986 Frisco

20 yearsJuan Lopez WM 1001 Pueblo

Shari Smarker WM 4288 Broomfield

Marilee Smith WM 5137 Aurora

Connecticut 20 years

John Cullina WM 1891 Manchester

Delaware 25 years

Dawn Smith WM 5039 Camden

20 yearsSharon Darby WM 2460 Seaford

Mary Gray-Carey WM 2460 Seaford

Betty Passwaters WM 2460 Seaford

Dana West WM 2791 Georgetown

Steven Wilkerson WM 2460 Seaford

Margie Wilson WM 2460 Seaford

Florida 30 years

Jose Andres WM 819 Cape Coral

Lacheryl Dirden WM 579 St. Augustine

Carla Hewitt WM 1245 Lakeland

Joyce Little WM 769 Venice

Katherine Sollick WM 1847 Ocala

25 yearsRuben Bocardo WM 705 Mount Dora

Joan Gray WM 3235 North Miami Beach

Helen Halenkamp WM 1712 Largo

Audrey Hamer WM 1390 Pinellas Park

Cheryl Harris HO 8975 Fort Myers

Jeff Heins HO 9103 Winter Haven

Theresa Kindred WM 5845 Niceville

Tina Leavenworth WM 931 Vero Beach

Pornpimon Lertsuwankul WM 1712 Largo

Margaret Marangi WM 2920 Orange Park

Maria Martinez WM 1680 Kendall

Maura Mazzer WM 2387 Brandon

Xiomara Munoz WM 4140 Miami

Timi Napier WM 1702 Melbourne

Abby Newman WM 5266 Hudson

Mayra Ocasio WM 1436 Greenacres

Ana Oropeza WM 2091 Doral

Gaspar Ortiz WM 929 Port St. Lucie

Robert Philbeck Jr. WM 1079 New Smyrna Beach

Charles Poth Jr. WM 3415 Tarpon Springs

Sabrina Pye WM 1408 Tallahassee

Melinda Reynolds WM 3311 Miami Gardens

Maggie Sanders WM 1712 Largo

Roberto Santiago WM 1680 Kendall

Elena Schmall WM 649 Titusville

Lynnette School WM 857 Sanford

Michael Sullivan WM 579 St. Augustine

John Toreno WM 1680 Kendall

Sergot Vertus WM 1398 Lake Worth

Janet Walden WM 3463 Brandon

Rosalinda Wong WM 1680 Kendall

20 yearsVirginia Abbondola WM 1536 St. Petersburg

Katina Alexander WM 1084 Orlando

Tammy Allen WM 1225 Orange Park

Patricia Brown WM 1408 Tallahassee

Coleen Caputo WM 623 North Fort Myers

Jill Cummins WM 5391 Naples

Peter Daley WM 1511 Miramar

Emily Daniels WM 725 Haines City

Lorraine Dubour WM 1068 Sebastian

Kimberly Ehlke WM 721 Port Charlotte

Theresa Ewing WM 1874 Port Charlotte

Renard Gamble WM 973 Fort Pierce

Debra Hughes WM 2176 Jupiter

Leslie Jenkins WM 5727 Bradenton

Harry Jones Jr. WM 2459 Sarasota

Kerry Kading WM 1444 Jacksonville

Susan Karrick WM 3347 Winter Haven

Robert Lucas WM 649 Titusville

Tracy Maghanoy WM 1511 Miramar

Jose Manriquez LG 6020 Brooksville

Jeffrey Matos WM 5266 Hudson

Vernia Mccullough WM 959 Bushnell

Shawn Mccullum HO 9596 Pensacola

Kenneth Mcgee LG 7035 Alachua

Frank Miller WM 1207 Callaway

Leona Queen WM 819 Cape Coral

Catherine Reichstine WM 1172 Jacksonville

Ronald Smigla WM 2881 Kissimmee

Roxanne Stevens WM 1245 Lakeland

Toni Stott WM 1079 New Smyrna Beach

William Vila Jr. WM 5455 Palm Bay

Alma Weaver WM 1390 Pinellas Park

Joseph Whitney WM 5266 Hudson

Georgia 30 years

Suzanne Bowman WM 932 Griffin

25 yearsMaxeen Freeman WM 3205 Lithia Springs

Dana Gaines LG 6810 Douglas

Gilberto Gonzalez WM 1112 Thomaston

Shannon Griffis WM 3389 Snellville

Tammy Landers WM 2988 LaFayette

John Little WM 4616 Cleveland

Nancy Miller WM 1072 Tifton

Kim Parker WM 606 Savannah

Donna Pike WM 614 LaGrange

Donna Rocha WM 1367 Warner Robins

Nira Taylor WM 1072 Tifton

20 yearsStacy Carter WM 864 Vidalia

David Clark WM 2811 Athens

Ryan Dobie WM 4519 Hinesville

Lana Finni WM 2732 Villa Rica

Lewis Harrell LG 6010 Douglas

John Hodsden HO 9755 Lithonia

Debra Lowe WM 2513 Dahlonega

Joan Marshall WM 1311 Columbus

Lillian Mincey WM 2513 Dahlonega

Heidi Newberry WM 1215 Calhoun

Amanda Newsome WM 1121 Milledgeville

Cynthia Olson WM 618 Hiram

Sharon Owens WM 3402 Stockbridge

Anthony Santos WM 3205 Lithia Springs

Donald Teasley WM 1111 Hartwell

Mary Wiggins WM 615 Cartersville

Kenneth Wigley WM 2513 Dahlonega

Kellie Wilson WM 3205 Lithia Springs

Carolyn Wright WM 606 Savannah

Hawaii 20 years

Jaynel Aldana WM 2473 Hilo

Lonokapu Bird WM 2473 Hilo

Rosita Bufil WM 2473 Hilo

Wesla Cainglit WM 3883 Kapolei

Linda May Campbell WM 2473 Hilo

Rosalyn Cuarisma WM 2473 Hilo

Lolette Cunningham WM 3290 Kahului

Mary De Lima WM 2473 Hilo

Cenon Desamito Jr. WM 2314 Waipahu

Theresa Feliciano-Sojot HO 9035 Mililani

Roxanne Filoteo WM 2473 Hilo

Fe Gaoiran WM 3290 Kahului

Angelita Godoy WM 2126 Mililani

Marley Green WM 2473 Hilo

Venancio Gruezo WM 2321 Kailua-Kona

Linda Holmes WM 2473 Hilo

Lillian Iaukea WM 2473 Hilo

June Kaiki WM 2321 Kailua-Kona

Matlynn Kamelamela WM 2473 Hilo

Joyce Kelekolio WM 2473 Hilo

Debra Kuamoo WM 2473 Hilo

Abraham Lagadon WM 2473 Hilo

Marlene Leslie WM 2321 Kailua-Kona

Janis Medeiros Neizmen WM 2473 Hilo

Irma Lee Murasaki WM 2473 Hilo

Leonardo Reyes WM 2473 Hilo

Lorna Rosa WM 2473 Hilo

Wayne Sakai WM 2473 Hilo

Anita Schramm WM 2473 Hilo

Jay Subia WM 5274 Pearl City

Davelyn Ventura WM 2126 Mililani

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Constance Rabalais WM 1128 Mansura

Joyce Savoie WM 1353 Harahan

Valerie Taylor WM 1206 Baton Rouge

Jeffery Thomas WM 376 Bossier City

Karen Weston WM 1266 Baton Rouge

Maine 25 years

Carol Mott WM 1954 Sanford

Susan Ruel WM 1954 Sanford

20 yearsThomas Chadwick WM 2178 Calais

Maryland 25 years

Betty Carbaugh LG 6046 Williamsport

Gerald Davis Jr. WM 1674 Hagerstown

Michelle Gowe WM 1715 Easton

Phyllis Jarrett WM 1674 Hagerstown

20 yearsJohn Butler WM 2853 La Plata

Laterria Dicks WM 1985 Laurel

Yvette Sykes HO 9689 Salisbury

Massachusetts

25 yearsJohn Nordquist WM 2629 Whitinsville

20 yearsCheryl Alger WM 2103 Walpole

Jodi Benoit WM 2228 Pittsfield

Vicky Gately WM 2336 Plymouth

Normand Lepage WM 2629 Whitinsville

Robin Nichol WM 3561 Teaticket

Tai Thai WM 2366 North Attleboro

Michigan 25 years

Doris Allen WM 1423 St. Johns

Patricia Austin WM 1733 Owosso

Sandra Ayers WM 1733 Owosso

Karen Barber WM 1733 Owosso

Dawn Bennett WM 1733 Owosso

Daniel Cunningham HO 8809 Midland

Gary Delong WM 3487 Shelby Township

Brenda Dutsky WM 1752 Bay City

Kathaleen Elisech WM 1752 Bay City

Richard Freye WM 1719 Big Rapids

Penny Gauthier WM 1752 Bay City

Allura Gervais WM 1936 Sault Ste. Marie

Stephen Hale WM 1611 Fort Gratiot

Susan Huggard WM 1752 Bay City

Tena Kuchar WM 2867 Lansing

Theresa Londke WM 1733 Owosso

Cheryl Manns WM 1752 Bay City

David Manthey WM 3726 Grand Blanc

Susan Mcnamara WM 1733 Owosso

Vicki Mcneill WM 1733 Owosso

Janet Mead WM 1733 Owosso

Carolyn Seely WM 1733 Owosso

Jill Semans WM 1733 Owosso

Debbie Smith WM 1733 Owosso

Debra Wright WM 1733 Owosso

20 yearsMike Bremer WM 3453 Wyoming

Linda Chouinard WM 2338 Traverse City

Jennifer Duperron WM 2338 Traverse City

Kim English WM 2417 Petoskey

Tammy Kuzmik WM 2417 Petoskey

Elizabeth Maki WM 2417 Petoskey

Georgia Manthei WM 2417 Petoskey

Roy Minton Jr. WM 2417 Petoskey

Cindy Moore WM 1942 Holland

Russell Romer WM 2417 Petoskey

Allison Seamon WM 2417 Petoskey

Nancy Swarthout WM 2417 Petoskey

Minnesota 30 years

Lisa Duderstadt WM 3806 Fairmont

Raeleen Hill WM 983 Blue Earth

Sharon Kiehm WM 1473 Mankato

Nancy Klukow WM 983 Blue Earth

Kathryn Simonson WM 983 Blue Earth

Nancy Smith WM 983 Blue Earth

25 yearsLoren Anderson WM 1738 Hutchinson

Valerie Benson-Heule WM 2642 Apple Valley

Michelle Berg WM 2367 Pine City

Pamela Bjorklund WM 1757 Hermantown

Julie Burich HO 9694 Buffalo

Steven Chellman WM 1757 Hermantown

James Davis WM 1738 Hutchinson

Suzanne Ehrke WM 1738 Hutchinson

Linda Esser WM 1738 Hutchinson

Edward Evans WM 2352 Cambridge

Diane Helsinger WM 1738 Hutchinson

Betty Inselmann WM 1738 Hutchinson

Richard Karlsson WM 1929 Cloquet

Renee Keppers WM 1757 Hermantown

Ione Lean WM 1738 Hutchinson

Susan Nelson WM 1738 Hutchinson

Shirley Ouellette WM 1757 Hermantown

May Overfors WM 1757 Hermantown

Nancy Richards WM 1738 Hutchinson

E. Janelle Shaw WM 1865 Redwood Falls

Susan Thomas WM 1757 Hermantown

Jacquelyn Verbick WM 1757 Hermantown

Maria Warren WM 2937 Hibbing

Angela Weispfennig WM 1738 Hutchinson

20 yearsTom Baugh WM 1855 Eden Prairie

Michael Davis WM 2087 Vadnais Heights

William Hatch WM 1634 Little Falls

Joyce Tuve WM 5977 Burnsville

Mississippi 30 years

Beverly Bridwell WM 164 Pontotoc

Roy Rogers WM 887 Petal

25 yearsVickie Dyer WM 164 Pontotoc

Hollis Green WM 699 Oxford

Christine Powell WM 954 Hazlehurst

Kelvin Rosata WM 1025 Mccomb

Kenneth Schmitz WM 176 Ripley

20 yearsJames Barker WM 816 Brookhaven

Alton Floyd WM 114 Booneville

Latoya Francis Mcgee WM 875 Ridgeland

Angelia Johnson WM 2939 Richland

Alice Lacey WM 785 Waynesboro

Lend Lloyd WM 365 Pearl

Joseph Waters WM 1088 Biloxi

Hattie Williams WM 112 Starkville

Missouri 30 years

Judy Bennett WM 946 Piedmont

Marilyn Decker WM 2994 St. Joseph

John Denton WM 1161 St. Charles

Rickey Grogan WM 27 Salem

Marilyn Mollet WM 946 Piedmont

Diana Moran WM 37 Farmington

Donna Proffit WM 2994 St. Joseph

Victoria Renfro WM 267 Webb City

Carolyn Wandfluh WM 560 St. Joseph

25 yearsDerrick Brentlinger WM 2221 Springfield

Stacie Ely WM 166 Houston

Robin Hand WM 101 Rolla

Valentina Kelleher WM 61 Warrensburg

Regina Rogers WM 59 Joplin

Lisa Sims WM 363 Marshall

Mary Stanifer WM 56 Ava

20 yearsRichard Bollinger WM 159 Columbia

Mayme Booker WM 815 Osage Beach

Danielle Evans WM 1514 Arnold

Myron Fry WM 379 Ozark

Jesse Gourley WM 13 Carthage

Julia Hook WM 444 Springfield

Branten Ingram WM 145 Bowling Green

Garry James WM 354 Owensville

Mavis Plogher WM 1120 Gladstone

Shellean Trejo WM 2175 Branson West

Nebraska 30 years

Robert Hansen WM 637 Lexington

25 yearsJocelyn Larson WM 598 Kearney

20 yearsAnne Archer WM 774 Columbus

Erica Craig WM 3278 Lincoln

James Keller WM 2432 Lincoln

Maine-staysWal-Mart Stores, Inc., opened its first store in Maine, a Sam’s Club in Bangor, on Dec. 6, 1991.

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Anniversaries / Hawaii—Nebraska

Renee Wilson WM 2473 Hilo

Idaho 20 years

Willie Bibb WM 2508 Boise

Dee Bravo WM 2862 Meridian

Eric Clark WM 2862 Meridian

Debra Covillon WM 3739 Nampa

Richard Haas WM 2861 Boise

Joey Maxey WM 2861 Boise

Keith Mcnally WM 2861 Boise

Deborah Mickelson WM 2782 Mountain Home

Misty Scarone WM 2862 Meridian

Tina Seewald Haas WM 2861 Boise

Illinois 30 years

Janice Dabler WM 636 Princeton

Penni Spoonmore WM 1003 Plano

25 yearsDawn Boone WM 256 Glen Carbon

Marilyn Chiappe WM 1735 Wheeling

Richard Ewell WM 5276 Palatine

Kathleen Mcclain WM 1761 Granite City

Melody Misora WM 1735 Wheeling

Robert Nader WM 1668 Gurnee

Gloria Palmisano WM 1761 Granite City

Annemarie Poleretzky WM 1404 Lake Zurich

Sandra Rotblatt WM 1735 Wheeling

Barbara Shubert WM 361 Collinsville

Rosalino Velazquez WM 1228 Round Lake Beach

Lisa Vickery WM 1761 Granite City

20 yearsCarolyn Bell WM 1734 Champaign

Virgilio Dacayo WM 1323 Peoria

Vickey Henson WM 256 Glen Carbon

Jean Hoag WM 4699 Streator

John Irving WM 256 Glen Carbon

Herbert Kassly WM 256 Glen Carbon

Lynne Mcdaniel WM 1737 Villa Park

Amanda Rhodes WM 3602 Springfield

Francisco Sauno Pintor WM 1938 Bedford Park

Susann Smith WM 786 DeKalb

Kevin Trover WM 196 Carbondale

Ronald Wilson WM 4529 New Lenox

Indiana 30 years

Tonya Hornaday WM 3435 Greenwood

25 yearsDebbie Alex WM 828 Plainfield

Phillip Archer WM 902 Greencastle

Judy Blackburn WM 1745 Richmond

Lori Buis LG 6280 Plainfield

Todd Bussen HO 8920 Muncie

Richard Chambers LG 6022 Greencastle

Elizabeth Cowin WM 1745 Richmond

Kevin Crisman WM 1745 Richmond

Brenda Crosby LG 6022 Greencastle

Kelly Dirickson LG 6022 Greencastle

Lois Viola Ellis LG 6022 Greencastle

Greg Farmer WM 1647 Decatur

Tama Hall WM 1745 Richmond

Laura Hawthorne LG 6022 Greencastle

Patricia Hoover LG 6022 Greencastle

Robert Hudock WM 1487 Michigan City

Tina King LG 6022 Greencastle

Steve Lasseter LG 6022 Greencastle

Debbie Lineweaver WM 996 Spencer

Pattie Patten LG 6022 Greencastle

Dorothy Sams WM 1745 Richmond

Ray Sanders LG 6022 Greencastle

Stephanie Simpson WM 1388 Kendallville

Brenda Skates LG 6280 Plainfield

Cheri Smith LG 6022 Greencastle

Gladys Smith WM 1745 Richmond

Mike Smith LG 6022 Greencastle

Andrea Stewart WM 4054 Indianapolis

Lori Tyree WM 1745 Richmond

Karen Waggoner LG 6022 Greencastle

Vickie Williams WM 1745 Richmond

Sharlene Wilson LG 6822 Greencastle

Roy York LG 6022 Greencastle

Rebecca Yount WM 1745 Richmond

20 yearsTina Carroll WM 1729 Connersville

Sheila Clark WM 995 Franklin

Marcie Horn WM 1378 Goshen

Edith Morgan WM 1002 Linton

Dana Shoemaker WM 1459 Indianapolis

Patricia Strain WM 1310 Terre Haute

Roy Washington WM 2818 Hammond

Iowa 30 years

Donald Moneymaker WM 1965 Council Bluffs

Shane Templeton WM 647 Grinnell

25 yearsChristine Bane WM 5748 Grimes

Ronald Borg WM 1764 Des Moines

Dalles Leitzman WM 5748 Grimes

Lee Rice WM 1393 Oskaloosa

Polly Sanders WM 886 Fort Dodge

Mike Sturdy WM 1435 Creston

Edward Ward WM 2764 Altoona

20 yearsDamon Brunow WM 3630 Marion

Wesley Leonard WM 1787 Carroll

Matt Linn WM 559 Muscatine

Heather Malmberg WM 1389 Boone

Kansas 30 years

Loretta Pennington WM 1054 Atchison

Kathy Roit WM 1054 Atchison

Jody Tannehill WM 978 Arkansas City

25 yearsJoanne Gilstrap WM 1151 Kansas City

Melody Schulten WM 5307 Gardner

20 yearsRobert Anschutz WM 770 Great Bend

Junell Hearlson WM 3155 Derby

Julie Kelly WM 5441 Topeka

Danita Lewis WM 4321 Wichita

Troy Nowak WM 484 Lawrence

Kari Rowe WM 382 Ottawa

Kentucky 30 years

Myrtle Grasberger WM 497 Shelbyville

Sandra Satterley WM 1053 La Grange

Darlene Walthers WM 1053 La Grange

25 yearsShelia Baumgardner WM 430 Mayfield

Gloria Coldiron WM 1743 Harlan

Betty Crawford WM 1743 Harlan

Pernie Kirk WM 1743 Harlan

Billie Roark WM 1743 Harlan

John Sininger WM 1569 Maysville

Deborah Stribling WM 3894 Lexington

Dora Watkins WM 1743 Harlan

Lisa Woosley WM 1170 Louisville

20 yearsRobert Adcock WM 689 Somerset

Paula Blanford WM 729 Bardstown

Gloria Brown WM 294 Central City

Christy Dollar WM 825 Stanford

Donald Gilbert WM 1247 Hazard

Pauline Hagy WM 294 Central City

Thomas King WM 655 Hanson

Constance Mulder WM 2060 Lexington

Kevin Murray LG 6097 London

Samantha Peak WM 701 Owensboro

Bonita Richey WM 653 Hopkinsville

Jeff Simpson WM 294 Central City

Cathy Tatum WM 294 Central City

Douglas Wilhoit LG 6897 London

Shannon Woodall WM 689 Somerset

Louisiana 30 years

Dorothy Carroll WM 498 Jena

Christine Edmond WM 543 Opelousas

Lou Jordan WM 534 Lafayette

Annette Roussel WM 505 DeRidder

Ronda Spell WM 541 Covington

25 yearsDonald Scott WM 23 Ruston

Ella Thomas WM 531 Lafayette

Rita Trepagnier WM 498 Jena

20 yearsKanitta Brady WM 2913 Boutte

Janet Danos HO 9755 Houma

Judy Davidson WM 23 Ruston

Roanna Fleming WM 1163 New Orleans

Desiree Folse WM 761 Raceland

Ladera Jackson WM 448 Shreveport

Pamela Lege WM 531 Lafayette

Gabriel Lewis WM 1353 Harahan

Vernon Lewis WM 1163 New Orleans

Martiniana Mccoy WM 376 Bossier City

Aurora Orenia WM 541 Covington

Charles Player WM 87 Minden

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Floored A few encouraging words provided lasting inspiration for Danny.

When I was 18, my manager had us clean the store to get ready for Sam Walton. We even waxed the floors. Sam visited the next morning after bird hunting and brought Ol’ Roy.

It was a lot of fun to have his dog at the store, but he was a little muddy from the fields. My manager had me follow them with a mop.

I’ll never forget how Sam turned around, shook my hand, and said, “Danny, I really appreciate the work you’re doing here.” It meant a lot to me that someone so important would take the time to thank someone in my position. I knew then that Walmart was truly the place for me.

Home Office

Stores/Facilities Worked In 2

Hire Date Dec. 7, 1976

Bentonville, Ark.

9Positions Held

DANNY McCRACKEN

Digital File Coordinator

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Anniversaries / Nebraska—Ohio

Shirley Mccormick WM 1671 Papillion

Sylvia Stevens WM 418 Fairbury

Nevada 25 years

Clark Cohee WM 5101 Pahrump

20 yearsKimberly Palmer WM 1648 Carson City

Wendy Ponce WM 5258 Las Vegas

Deanna Yturralde WM 2838 Henderson

New Hampshire

25 yearsDavid Bailey LG 6030 Raymond

Sharon Canelas WM 2330 Rochester

Cheryl Cormier WM 1749 Somersworth

Michelle Frost WM 1749 Somersworth

Cynthia Harrington LG 6030 Raymond

Jimmy Humes WM 1762 Seabrook

Myrna Kelley WM 1762 Seabrook

Shirley Martellucci WM 2681 Littleton

Alberta Martineau WM 1749 Somersworth

Melanie Mattocks WM 1749 Somersworth

Brenda Mazzotti WM 1762 Seabrook

Jeannette Miles WM 1762 Seabrook

Scott Morrison WM 2142 Salem

Virginia Munday WM 1762 Seabrook

Sandra O’Neil WM 1762 Seabrook

Rebecca Odonnell WM 1753 Derry

Irene Perron WM 2369 Tilton

Deborah Tedesco WM 1749 Somersworth

Rita Weir HO 9956 Newington

Nancy Wood WM 1753 Derry

20 yearsPauline Carreau WM 2246 Bedford

Kathryn Corson WM 2330 Rochester

Tina Maria Deprizito WM 2330 Rochester

Kevin Fay LG 6030 Raymond

Scott Fontaine LG 6030 Raymond

Gary Goodwin LG 6030 Raymond

Ginny Grant WM 2330 Rochester

Melissa Johnson LG 6030 Raymond

Darlene Lawrence LG 6030 Raymond

Doreen Leonard LG 6030 Raymond

Mary Martin WM 2398 Newington

Fred Matthew LG 6030 Raymond

Monica Mcgovern HO 9689 Manchester

Mark Wyman LG 6030 Raymond

New Jersey 20 years

Jennifer Beverly WM 2841 Lumberton

Beth Gibson WM 1869 Marlton

Michael Mattson WM 2503 Hackettstown

New Mexico 30 years

Tommie Perry WM 821 Clovis

25 yearsVeronica Allen WM 1380 Las Vegas

Jesse Cadena Jr. WM 851 Ruidoso Downs

Carrie Hinson WM 826 Farmington

Olga Rodriguez WM 868 Carlsbad

20 yearsTrisa Lovato WM 3732 Rio Rancho

Raymond Ruiz WM 850 Albuquerque

Betty Smith WM 868 Carlsbad

New York 25 years

Shirley Staurowsky WM 1731 Geneva

20 yearsKathleen Brunjes WM 5202 Commack

Gregory Cushman LG 6738 Marcy

Tina Decker WM 2264 Schenectady

Medina Grant WM 2874 Glenville

Lawrence Jones WM 2874 Glenville

Michael Laux HO 9689 New Hartford

Brenda Milroy WM 1966 Geneseo

Sandra Nadasky WM 1997 Latham

Kaumudini Patel WM 2286 Centereach

Vincent Santilli HO 8390 New Hartford

Amy Scroger WM 2088 Batavia

Charles Stratton WM 1619 Rochester

North Carolina

25 yearsLawrence Burgess LG 6840 Hope Mills

Gertrude Chisholm WM 1132 Asheboro

Talitha Edwards WM 948 Hickory

Vickie Efird WM 1133 Albemarle

Wilma Felker WM 3701 Mount Olive

Sandra Huffman WM 948 Hickory

Gale Kirkland WM 1849 Winston-Salem

Diane Lilley WM 1354 Washington

Royanna Morris WM 1261 Fayetteville

Rhonda Potter WM 3371 Charlotte

Melinda Ray WM 1385 Gastonia

Nancy Richardson WM 1663 Waynesville

Alva Ridgeway LG 6840 Hope Mills

Brenda Wagner WM 1191 Hillsborough

20 yearsPenelope Arnett WM 2496 Boone

Sharon Ceratt WM 3289 West Jefferson

Judy Cozart WM 4224 Conover

Zola Davis WM 1261 Fayetteville

Tammy Dickenson WM 2496 Boone

Diana Estep WM 2496 Boone

Richard Geisler WM 3289 West Jefferson

Jennifer Greer WM 2496 Boone

Marie Grimes WM 2496 Boone

Amy Herring WM 1352 Wallace

Rebecca Hicks WM 1849 Winston-Salem

Brent High WM 3371 Charlotte

Jeanette Huff WM 2496 Boone

Kristine Illick WM 4273 Leland

Stephanie Knutson WM 2496 Boone

Susan Lindley WM 2845 Siler City

Kathy Miller WM 2496 Boone

Ivan Moody WM 2496 Boone

Jacqueline Nichols WM 2496 Boone

Monica Nunley WM 2496 Boone

Sherlene Pace WM 1242 Hendersonville

Johnny Pearson WM 2496 Boone

Diana Perkins WM 2704 Randleman

Virginia Phillips WM 2496 Boone

Anita Ragan WM 2496 Boone

Christie Rice WM 5063 Charlotte

George Savage HO 8491 Charlotte

Deborah Sieffert WM 2496 Boone

Sherry Stanton WM 2496 Boone

Jimmy Townsend HO 9360 Boone

Mohammed Ubaid WM 1751 Raleigh

Helen Warren WM 2496 Boone

North Dakota

25 yearsJeffrey Koon WM 1545 Grand Forks

20 yearsJessica Meduna WM 1567 Dickinson

Ohio 25 years

Christopher Appelquist HO 8081 Milford

Cindy Conner WM 1990 Delaware

Lois Eyster WM 2149 Mount Vernon

Mary Howell WM 5374 Eaton

Rebecca Jenney WM 5471 Mansfield

20 yearsLinda Bailey WM 1239 Urbana

Lorraine Bailey WM 2211 Poland

Alice Banko WM 2211 Poland

Marsha Beetler King WM 2506 Ravenna

Michael Bess WM 2506 Ravenna

Barbara Bruce WM 2506 Ravenna

Steve Casdorph WM 1448 Ashland

Dolores Davila WM 1913 Bowling Green

Dan Degennaro WM 2211 Poland

Carolyn Dumler WM 2447 Cincinnati

Heidi Dunlap WM 2211 Poland

Chris Everman WM 1331 Sidney

Beckie Falkenberg WM 2506 Ravenna

Jennifer First WM 2211 Poland

Patricia Foran WM 2211 Poland

David Fries WM 1839 Lorain

Chastity Gardner WM 2447 Cincinnati

Deana Girtz WM 2506 Ravenna

Sean Higbee WM 1564 New Boston

Dolores Hill WM 2447 Cincinnati

Doris Hooper WM 2211 Poland

Judith Huelsman WM 2447 Cincinnati

Shannon Jordan WM 3300 Wapakoneta

Jackie Juhasz WM 2506 Ravenna

Walter Kostrzewa WM 2211 Poland

Sue Ann Marnell WM 2447 Cincinnati

Marcella Mate WM 2211 Poland

Lori Militello WM 1863 Eastlake

Jeannette Moore WM 2447 Cincinnati

Linda Myers WM 2506 Ravenna

Jessica Palmer WM 2211 Poland

Pamela Reese WM 3812 Columbus

Jerry Roellig WM 2447 Cincinnati

Kathleen Rotunno WM 2211 Poland

Kimberly Schuler WM 2211 Poland

Brenda Shevetz WM 2211 Poland

Carol Slaughter WM 2313 Streetsboro

Debora Steinbrink WM 2211 Poland

Richard Stevens WM 2211 Poland

Kristen Unger WM 2211 Poland

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Walmart China recently marked its 20th anniversary with a celebration at Store 1059 in Shenzhen. About 300 people were invited, including 150 local associates.

Festivities included dance performances, the Walmart cheer, and a video message from Doug McMillon, president and CEO of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

“The 20-year anniversary is a proud moment for all of us who have been with the company over these years,” says Dragon Qiu, general manager of Store 1059. “It is recognition of our hard work.”

The ceremony is part of a full year of anniversary celebrations, which included a new community service campaign and an associate singing contest. Also, the Walmart Food Safety Collaboration Center opened in Beijing, with the goal of increasing food safety awareness and fostering more trust in China’s food system.

The first two Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., locations in China opened on Aug. 12, 1996—Store 2701 and Sam’s Club 6505, both in Shenzhen.

Celebrate China!

Dirk Van den Berghe, president, Walmart Asia, and president and CEO, Walmart China, and other dignitaries pour the water of blessing into a 20th anniversary ice sculpture.

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Michaela Watkins WM 2447 Cincinnati

Michael Wildermuth WM 1289 Wilmington

Oklahoma 30 years

Becky Berry HO 8387 Tahlequah

Karen Lewis WM 894 Tulsa

James Lobaugh WM 113 Chickasha

Lynda Williams WM 1116 Duncan

25 yearsBelinda Laughlin WM 472 Broken Arrow

20 yearsJeffery Cook WM 743 Oklahoma City

Nicola Ketcherside WM 1597 Tulsa

Cadir Leal WM 168 Owasso

Elaine Rhodes WM 277 Moore

Beverly Smith WM 162 Anadarko

Dianna Sullins WM 121 Okmulgee

Oregon 20 years

Gail Elliott WM 1843 McMinnville

Robert Hitt WM 3239 Springfield

Marcelle Nishida WM 5440 Happy Valley

Debbie Werner WM 2069 Medford

Pennsylvania

25 yearsSharon Budman WM 1644 Lewisburg

Felicia Collins WM 1623 Wilkes-Barre

Donna Craine WM 2543 Pittston

Tammy Sue Drenning WM 1684 Everett

Joyce Giordano WM 1623 Wilkes-Barre

Jeanne Giza WM 2543 Pittston

Sara Hummel WM 1640 State College

Victoria Karlowicz WM 1623 Wilkes-Barre

Cathy Meyers WM 1623 Wilkes-Barre

Nicole Montgomery WM 1623 Wilkes-Barre

Helenann Neff WM 1769 DuBois

Peter Pantelakos WM 1623 Wilkes-Barre

Kathy Sampsell-Smith WM 1644 Lewisburg

Cynthia Smith WM 1623 Wilkes-Barre

20 yearsChris Carr WM 2614 Temple

Kimberly Clement WM 2145 Whitehall

Susan Cramer WM 2368 East Stroudsburg

Ann Dernbach WM 2368 East Stroudsburg

Aquila Erb WM 2368 East Stroudsburg

Linda Farry WM 2368 East Stroudsburg

Debora Fetty WM 1883 Monaca

Donna Fritz WM 2368 East Stroudsburg

Joanne Geist WM 2368 East Stroudsburg

Patricia Houmina WM 2368 East Stroudsburg

Brian Lee WM 2365 Mount Pocono

Rena Lupold WM 1644 Lewisburg

Andrea Mckissick WM 2368 East Stroudsburg

Harriet Pensyl WM 2368 East Stroudsburg

Roberta Peterman WM 1887 Montoursville

Jeffery Reitz WM 2519 Shrewsbury

Patricia Rosensteel WM 2300 Pittsburgh

Diane Short WM 2252 Easton

Pamela Sipes WM 2255 Hazle Township

James Werkheiser WM 2368 East Stroudsburg

Puerto Rico 30 years

Ramon Rodriguez Rivera WMPR 3669 Bayamon

Luis Santos Rodriguez WMPR 3678 Caguas

20 yearsAmaury Cabrera Burgos HO 9177 Caguas

Ramon Caldero Diaz WMPR 2423 Carolina

Ivelissa Rios Torres HO 9369 Caguas

Javier Roman Mendez WMPR 3685 Aguadilla

South Carolina

30 yearsKatherine Greenway WM 1244 Taylors

25 yearsLinda Atkins WM 1035 Spartanburg

Leslie Bolt WM 396 Anderson

Janice Cooper WM 1244 Taylors

Cheryl Ewers WM 628 Summerville

Jeanie Gillespie WM 1123 Seneca

Bonnie Wright WM 396 Anderson

20 yearsDonald Austin LG 6073 Pageland

Angelean Deaton LG 6073 Pageland

William Dingler LG 6073 Pageland

Angela Dutton WM 1123 Seneca

Orell Graham WM 621 Lake City

Shelia Griggs LG 6073 Pageland

James Horton LG 6073 Pageland

Ricky Joines LG 6073 Pageland

Darrell Kirkley LG 6073 Pageland

Audrey Lane LG 6873 Pageland

Dianne Mcmanus LG 6073 Pageland

Dora Morrow WM 640 Greenville

Michael Morrow LG 6715 Laurens

Barbara Palmer WM 625 Georgetown

Robbie Riser LG 6014 Laurens

Kevin Rollings LG 6073 Pageland

Ralph Rollins LG 6073 Pageland

John Sellers LG 6073 Pageland

Kathryn Snelling LG 6073 Pageland

Carrie Tention WM 511 Sumter

Laura Terry WM 4664 Conway

Robert Tibbs WM 6576 North Augusta

Jennifer Wilson WM 511 Sumter

Sonja Wittner WM 640 Greenville

South Dakota

25 yearsDiane Vanderlinde WM 4865 Sioux Falls

Tennessee 30 years

Hilda Gordon WM 1115 Hohenwald

James Mitchell WM 950 Bartlett

Roberta Thomas WM 599 Kingsport

25 yearsJesse Abbott LG 6839 Midway

Audrey Brown WM 1561 Memphis

Phyllis Bynum WM 1561 Memphis

Barbara Grills WM 742 Kingsport

David Laroe WM 175 Collierville

20 yearsJimmy Aaricker LG 6039 Midway

Audra Atwell WM 599 Kingsport

Shirley Bailey LG 6039 Midway

Marlene Bell WM 687 Crossville

John Brannan LG 6039 Midway

Sherry Britton WM 680 Greeneville

Phillip Brooks LG 6039 Midway

Laurie Brown WM 677 Dyersburg

Nancy Burger LG 6039 Midway

Sheerie Cheek LG 6039 Midway

Charles Clotfelter WM 2065 Knoxville

Gerald Craig WM 674 Gallatin

Tracy Dilday WM 107 Martin

Chrissa Duea WM 680 Greeneville

Britt Evans LG 6039 Midway

Melody Gill WM 659 Nashville

Alan Greene WM 680 Greeneville

Christinia Greenlee LG 6039 Midway

Sadie Harris WM 2322 Cordova

Kelli Hatmaker WM 1466 Jacksboro

Stella Hixson LG 6039 Midway

Tonya Huffaker WM 1320 Knoxville

Adela Jensen WM 1075 Clarksville

Landon Kinser LG 6039 Midway

Robin Lamons LG 6039 Midway

James Landry LG 6039 Midway

Frances Lane LG 6039 Midway

Nancy Lawson LG 6839 Midway

Tonya Lethco WM 724 Jefferson City

Wade Mathes LG 6039 Midway

Karen Moneymaker LG 6039 Midway

Floyd Osgood WM 657 Cookeville

Leonard Ramsey LG 6039 Midway

Mary Robinson LG 6039 Midway

Loretta Smith WM 1319 Knoxville

Karla Summey WM 366 Madisonville

Andrea Sweat WM 268 Savannah

Debra Thompson WM 5196 Memphis

Jimmy Whittenburg LG 6039 Midway

Linda Williams WM 2322 Cordova

Texas 30 years

Raymond Cortez WM 1000 Brownsville

Mildred Dygert WM 963 Weatherford

Ileana Garza WM 915 Stafford

Cathy Hines WM 194 Baytown

Rafaela Huerta WM 861 Lubbock

Scharlote Lynn WM 972 Lake Worth

Maria Martinez WM 3623 Laredo

William Mcallister LG 6812 Plainview

Doris Richardson WM 527 Angleton

Juan Rivera WM 2201 El Paso

Gloria Salinas WM 1000 Brownsville

Diana Torres WM 1000 Brownsville

Anniversaries / Ohio—Wyoming

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25 yearsEsperanza Alvarez WM 3391 Schertz

Marsha Andrews WM 2649 Irving

Alan Brisbin WM 1232 Belton

Patsy Davis WM 437 Sealy

Letitia Duncan WM 951 Hempstead

Cheryl Finstead WM 940 Westworth Village

Rodolfo Gamboa WM 1347 San Antonio

Charlotte Gonzalez WM 1098 Port Lavaca

Lisa Guajardo WM 4130 Kyle

Jesse Heer WM 240 Commerce

Rose Hoyle WM 3285 Cedar Hill

Laura Lopez LG 6903 DeSoto

Teddy Martyniuk HO 7888 Arlington

Roy Mason WM 5311 McKinney

Lovie Riley WM 140 Lufkin

Ronald Steffan LG 6083 Temple

Kathy Trench WM 1042 Bastrop

Johnnie Wise WM 408 Port Arthur

20 yearsClora Adams WM 1044 Tyler

Marlene Bobb HO 7896 Denton

Anthony Brink LG 6083 Temple

Greta Brooks WM 146 Gilmer

Pamela Butler WM 158 Bonham

Mary Cook WM 1118 Balch Springs

Gilbert Cortez LG 6016 New Braunfels

Antonio Garcia WM 395 Mission

Joy George WM 2505 Missouri City

Rebecca Gross WM 165 Henderson

Maria Guevara HO 9271 Dallas

Patty Hampshire WM 565 Corsicana

Cleo Hazle WM 185 Gainesville

Daniel Hensley WM 4299 Lubbock

Cassandra Humphries WM 590 Fort Worth

Leslie Jainese WM 651 Beaumont

Barry Jeffcoat LG 6064 Cleburne

Milagros Jennings WM 471 Lancaster

Eddye Kaiser WM 165 Henderson

Graciela Kelly WM 471 Lancaster

Mark Kincaid WM 462 Alvin

Linda Munoz WM 546 Richmond

Eleonore Owens WM 1800 Garland

Clara Page WM 651 Beaumont

Linda Perkins WM 812 Dumas

Roman Ramirez Jr. WM 1958 Rio Grande City

Rogelio Rangel WM 1958 Rio Grande City

Estella Rodriguez WM 503 Columbus

Janice Satrom WM 3274 North Richland Hills

Kristine Scales WM 4130 Kyle

Nick Scribner HO 9951 Sugar Land

Van Shelton WM 1022 Tyler

Everett Strother WM 808 Lake Jackson

Pamela Torrez WM 1073 Lampasas

Cynthia Trinh WM 3297 Houston

Lesa Tyree WM 1249 San Angelo

George Vanzandt LG 6016 New Braunfels

Debra Warren WM 744 Humble

Keturah White WM 131 Mount Pleasant

Donald Wright LG 6083 Temple

Phyllis Young WM 421 Decatur

Manuela Zapata WM 1494 Corpus Christi

Utah 25 years

Mark Burpee HO 9271 Midvale

20 yearsAngel Garcia WM 1708 Riverdale

Alicia Gardiner WM 4100 Provo

Kenalin Gazaway WM 5110 Draper

Karen Opfar WM 2511 American Fork

Shelly Patten WM 4689 Cedar Hills

Dale Robison WM 4689 Cedar Hills

Sean Tanner WM 4689 Cedar Hills

Jamie Thompson WM 4068 Spanish Fork

Vermont 20 years

Robin Arnold WM 2530 Rutland

Joy Lafountain WM 2332 St. Albans

Alisha Nichols WM 2224 Williston

Debra Robertson WM 2530 Rutland

Carolyn Terrier WM 2224 Williston

Sandra Trombley Labounty WM 2682 Berlin

Virginia 25 years

Cynthia Alley WM 1759 Gloucester

Deborah Buranis WM 1773 Newport News

John Burrell WM 5779 King George

James Burris LG 6823 Sutherland

Joyce Clayborne WM 1759 Gloucester

Doyle Cummings LG 6823 Sutherland

Rebecca Faulkner WM 1759 Gloucester

Norma Flippin WM 1759 Gloucester

Brenda Foster WM 3770 Stuart

Louis Goddard LG 6823 Sutherland

Olivia Handle WM 1759 Gloucester

Robin Horsfall WM 4476 Chesterfield

Elizabeth Jarrells WM 1759 Gloucester

Karen King WM 3265 Yorktown

Lisa Lindberg WM 4378 Onley

Roberta Pereira WM 1759 Gloucester

Linda Roberts WM 1759 Gloucester

James Shackelford WM 1759 Gloucester

Barbara Summerford WM 1759 Gloucester

Clarence Taylor LG 6823 Sutherland

Larose Tennessee LG 6823 Sutherland

Mary Ward WM 1759 Gloucester

20 yearsAlvaro Asencio WM 2015 Fairfax

Susie Birdsong WM 1523 Glen Allen

David Campbell HO 9103 Gordonsville

Janice Christopherson WM 1465 Danville

Aline Collier WM 2295 Richmond

Adrienne Conaway HO 8081 Fredericksburg

Roxanne Kouroma WM 3869 Richmond

Laura Nash WM 1350 Lynchburg

Trang Ngo WM 2295 Richmond

Harold Reeves WM 1852 Woodbridge

Tracy Roberts WM 5343 Fredericksburg

Washington 30 years

Mary Collins WM 2121 Shelton

25 yearsIrene Brown WM 2037 Aberdeen

Joanne Gonzales WM 5939 Bellevue

West Virginia

25 yearsSandra Lynch WM 1477 Summersville

Lisa Pratt WM 2083 Morgantown

Teresa Timmerman WM 4278 Quincy

20 yearsLinda Bynaker WM 1703 Martinsburg

Barbara Ware WM 2809 Buckhannon

Frances Wright WM 1544 Clarksburg

Wisconsin 25 years

Tamara Lulich WM 1446 Rice Lake

20 yearsTina Anderson WM 1571 Mukwonago

Renae Ebert WM 3857 Monona

Maria Frias WM 1551 Franklin

Mary Gallitz WM 1643 Fond du Lac

Susan Gibson WM 3857 Monona

Nora Hartman WM 2335 Madison

Kay Hohlstein WM 3857 Monona

Dawn Hughes WM 847 Dodgeville

Mary Hurley WM 1274 Whitewater

Dennis Jones WM 1138 Madison

Nancy Karrmann WM 2335 Madison

Patty Lathrop WM 1471 New London

Teri Mcclone WM 1828 Plover

Louann Miller WM 3324 Sheboygan

Cheryl Nelson WM 971 Viroqua

Helen Pace WM 2421 St. Croix Falls

Clara Pergande WM 1643 Fond du Lac

Lucia Walter WM 2335 Madison

Shawn Westemeier WM 1982 Appleton

Wyoming 25 years

Raina Maiers WM 1461 Rock Springs

Vickie Moyte WM 3778 Casper

20 yearsCathy Phillips WM 1617 Casper

Happy 27 Years!The first Walmart stores opened in Wyoming (Cheyenne) and Michigan (Mount Pleasant) on Dec. 30, 1989.

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In Memoriam

In his book, Walmart Inside Out, Ron Loveless jokes that his hometown of Hiwasse, Ark., was so small “the city limits were on opposite sides of the same sign.”

He was hired by Sam Walton as a stock boy and eventually became senior vice president and the first CEO of Sam’s Club. Sam said Ron “relished a challenge.” From leading an Evel Knievel–inspired merchandising stunt as a store manager in the ’70s to building the Sam’s Club division in the ’80s, he thought of retail as an adventure and of his associates as family.

He retired in the ‘80s but remained a mentor to many in the company. His book is a candid insider’s tale about growing with Walmart.

Ron was committed to Walmart’s core values and devoted to our customers and associates. In his book, his first piece of advice for success is to enjoy what you do. He talks about the personal joy of building a good merchandise display on an end cap and watching it sell. Retail, he said, was in his blood.

He took seriously Sam’s idea that working at Walmart should be fun. He was famous for his tongue-in-cheek LEIR—the Loveless Economic Indicator Report—which turned his childhood experience with chickens into a playful presentation about economic forecasts.

“I had fun at Walmart,” Ron wrote. He leaves behind a lot of smiles and a legacy of engaged leadership.

Remembering Ron LovelessThis stock boy to stockholder used humor to lead and mentor associates. He passed away in October at age 73.

Ron LovelessOct. 6, 1943–Oct. 17, 2016

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Any store associate can participate and hourly associates can win cash.Sign up for VPI on The WIRE between the 10th and 20th of each month. Visit walmartone.com/VPI to see aninteractive leaderboard and get advice on how to succeed.

Get in the Game

GINA BURKE

CAP 2 Lead

Store 1585 North Platte, Neb.

Gina is a VPI champion. When she was a support manager, she used the program to inspire her overnight stockers. One of the associates won the store, the market, and extra cash. With VPI, you can be a champion simply by getting fellow associates involved. That’s a big win!

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See more stories of outstanding customer service and how to earn a Happy to Help pin at walmartworld.com/HappyToHelp.

Picture-Perfect Ed Francowic, Photo Center technician, enjoys helping people save their favorite memories. When a customer wanted to do something special with the photos on her phone but didn’t know where to start, Ed was happy to assist. “She seemed like she knew what she wanted—she just didn’t know how,” says Ed. “That’s what I’m here for.”

Ed helped her edit and print her photos, and then he transferred them to a CD. According to Assistant Manager Mike Cross, the customer was simply delighted with the results. “Ed helped in a way that only he could,” Mike explains. “He’s always going out of his way to help customers.”

ED FRANCOWIC

Photo Center Technician

Store 2566 Charles Town, W.Va.

HAPPY TO HELP

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