MAGEEMcGEE
FAMILY REUNION

Rooted in legacy. Raised in love. Reunited in Chicago.

52nd Annual Reunion July 16–19, 2026
Our Story

One Family. Two Names. A Whole Lot of Love.

The Magee-McGee family has historically and continues to embrace strong family values and the importance of fellowship. Throughout the Magee-McGee family history, our family has built a strong foundation based on love, respect, social justice, education, spiritual beliefs, and entrepreneurship.

The principles and values stated have been achieved within our family roles, work roles, community roles, and national/international roles. To that effect, the Magee-McGee family will continue to evolve in such principles with pride, kindness, charisma, creativeness, and optimism as a basis for the success of all endeavors.

Rooted in love, respect, and legacy — raised in fellowship.
52
Annual Reunions
4
Days Together
4
Generations Expected
Family elders — the foundation of our legacy
42nd Annual Magee-McGee Family Reunion, Dallas 2016
The whole family gathered outdoors
Our elders honored at the banquet
Grandma surrounded by her grandkids
Three brothers side by side
A couple celebrating at the banquet
All smiles at the reunion
Magee–McGee family crest illustration MAGEE · McGEE EST. 1978 · CHICAGO 2026 Rooted in Legacy
Our Family Tree

The Magee & McGee Lineage

3 unions. Many children. Generations of legacy — all rooted in one man. Tap any branch to see the names behind the line.

Patriarch · 1st Generation

Doss Magee

September 3, 1885 — November 23, 1968
Union I

Bertha Kraft

1 Son · 7 Grandchildren
SON
Daniel McGee Sr. Oct 6, 1905 (Pinola, MS) — June 8, 1998
↳ with Willie Lee Pickrum (1st wife)
  • Herman — Gwen, Anthony
  • James — died in infancy
  • Daniel Jr. — Ira, Arthur, Sharon, Jimmy, Sherline
  • Oscar Sr. — Patricia, Oscar Stokes Jr.
  • Charles Edward — Freddie, Jackie, Charles (Chuckie), Michael
  • Richard Lee — Renata, Marcella (Lolli), La Tanya, Richard Jr.
  • Selena — Arniece, Carmen
↳ Ethel
Union II

Ferlie (Firlie) Stewart

August 20, 1887 — February 4, 1968
3 Sons · 7 Daughters
SONS
Ervin "Bilboa" Debra · Evette
Henry
Doss Jr. "DM"
DAUGHTERS
Kate Gwen
Bernice
Myrtle
Curtis
Rena(m. Preston Willis) Emma · Dossie · Preston Jr. · Juanita
Janie(m. Horace) Justin King line Ruby · Horace Jr. · Joann · Jeannette · Michael · Larry · Shermon · Kirk · Bryant Keith · Lisa · Freddie Franklin
Thelma Carthen(m. Eddie Carthen Sr.) Eddie Jr. (Bubble) · Eddie Jr. (Chuckie) + 4 children · Orbia (Boobie, '59) · Victoria ('65) · Valerie Burton ('66) · Orbia (Orbie) · Orbinna (Cricket) · Carmen · Sharman
Union III

Laura Mae

July 12, 1923 — June 17, 1967
2 Sons · 6 Daughters
SONS
Lawrence Doss "LD" Satunya · Byron · Lee · Jamel · Kierra · J…
Willie Dona · Bryant
DAUGHTERS
Violet "Jannie"(m. Uncle Joseph) Kenneth · Joseph (Mark) · Elzy · Regina
Maggie(m. Uncle Lawrence Sr.) Lawrence Jr. · Magen
Inez(m. Uncle Leon) Anthony · Christopher · Kevin
Laura Jumar · Latrisa · Angela
Bernice Latizia
Josephine
Know a name we missed or a date we got wrong? Reach a committee member and we'll update the family record for the yearbook.
The Weekend

Four Days of Family, Food & Fellowship

Every day starts with a hotel happy hour in the lobby — two drink tickets per guest. Here's how the rest of the weekend rolls.

Thursday

JULY 16, 2026
Afternoon
Arrival & Hotel Check-In
Embassy Suites Schaumburg — pick up your welcome bag, name badge & weekend packet
Evening
Meet & Greet · Salon AB
Hospitality room · Hug every cousin, catch up, and set the tone for the weekend
Daily
Happy Hour · Hotel Lobby
Two drink tickets per guest, light snacks — runs every day of the weekend

Friday

JULY 17, 2026
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Family Picnic · Shelter 04
Busse Woods North · Ned Brown Meadow · Shelter 04
13 minute drive from the hotel · Grills, games, and the official kickoff of the selfie scavenger hunt
📍 See maps & directions ↓
Afternoon (optional)
Andretti Indoor Karting & Games
For the family thrill-seekers — pay-as-you-go on-site:
Single Adult Race $29 · 3-Race Pack Adult $69
Single Junior Race $19 · 3-Race Pack Junior $49
Mini Mario (kids) $15
Evening · 21+
Cousins' Night Out in the City
Downtown Chicago — grown-folks edition

Saturday

JULY 18, 2026
9:00 AM
Family Meeting
Salon AB (hotel hospitality room) — committee updates, family business, next year's host
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Free Day · Explore Downtown Chicago
Navy Pier — 27 mi · 30 min drive · 🚇 1h 45m · $2
Magnificent Mile — 25 min drive · 🚇 1h 30m · $2.25
The Bean (Cloud Gate) — 32 min drive · 🚇 1h · $2.25
Obama Presidential Center — 45 min – 1h drive · 🚇 2h · $6.00
Uber rides downtown run roughly $25–$70. Heads up: Obama Center tickets are sold out until November — bring yours if you already booked.
6:00 – 10:00 PM
Family Banquet · Red Carpet Theme
Barrington's White House
145 West Main Street, Barrington, IL 60010
15 minute drive from the hotel · Dress to impress — wear your best
📍 Directions

Sunday

JULY 19, 2026
Morning
See-You-Laters & Farewell Breakfast
Complimentary hot breakfast at the hotel — one more round of hugs before we head home
By 11:00 AM
Departures & Check-Out
Until next year, family
Friday · The Picnic

Where's the Picnic? Shelter 04

Busse Woods is a big preserve with several shelters. Here's exactly where to find us on Friday, July 17.

Ned Brown Meadow · Shelter 04

Type this into your GPS:
450 S Arlington Heights Rd
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

Heads up for out-of-town cousins: Busse Woods spans several suburbs and multiple entrances. Some GPS apps will list "Busse Woods" at 4006 Busse Woods, Rolling Meadows, IL — that's a different corner of the preserve. Use the Elk Grove Village address above so you enter at the correct gate.

Park entrance: E Higgins Rd / Rte 72, just west of N Arlington Heights Rd, Cook County, IL 60007

Drive time from hotel: ~13 minutes

What to look for: Follow signs for Ned Brown Meadow. Shelter 04 sits just north of E Higgins Rd near the lake, with its own parking area marked P.

Get Directions →
Full area map of Busse Woods with Shelter 04 marked with a star
Full park map · Shelter 04 marked with ★ (top-right of Busse Lake main pool)
Mid-zoom view showing Shelter 04 and surrounding roads and trails
Mid-zoom · Roads & trails around the shelter
Close-up of Shelter 04 showing parking (P), the shelter building, and the star marker
Close-up · Parking (P), shelter, and star marker

Tap any map to open the full-size version. Save to your phone before you leave the hotel — cell service can be spotty inside the preserve.

Main Event

Take a Selfie While…

The Magee–McGee Selfie Scavenger Hunt. Complete the list, earn your spot in the family yearbook, and compete for the champion title announced at Saturday's Legacy Banquet.

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While You're Here

Explore Black Chicago

Chicago's Black history runs deep. Here are a few stops worth making while the family's in town.

Bronzeville

The DuSable Black History Museum

The oldest independent institution of its kind in the country — a must-visit pillar of Black art, history, and culture.

South Side

Harold Washington Cultural Center

Named for Chicago's first Black mayor and home to live music, plays, and community events all weekend long.

West Loop

The Chicago Blues District

From Muddy Waters to Buddy Guy's Legends, the sound our family rode north to freedom on is still playing strong.

Hyde Park

Obama Presidential Center

A family photo stop no reunion should skip — the grounds alone are worth the trip.

Lakefront

31st Street Beach & 63rd Street Beach

The historic Black beaches where generations of Chicagoans cooled off, celebrated, and community'd up.

Eat & Drink

Pearl's Place · Uncle Joe's · Bronzeville Winery

Black-owned food spots serving everything from classic soul food brunch to upscale Sunday dinner.

Getting Here

Travel & Lodging

Embassy Suites by Hilton · Chicago Schaumburg Woodfield

King Suites $179 / Double Queen $199 — per night

1939 North Meacham Road, Schaumburg, IL 60173 · (847) 397-1313

  • Complimentary made-to-order hot breakfast
  • Nightly manager's reception — light snacks + two drink tickets
  • Indoor heated pool & 24-hour fitness center
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi & parking
  • Group rate held until June 25, 2026 · Booking code MFR
Register for the Reunion

Chicago Travel Tips

  • Fly in: O'Hare (ORD) is closest — about 20 minutes from the hotel. Midway (MDW) is also an easy option.
  • Booking: Use the custom link provided to the family (code MFR) or call (847) 397-1313 and reference the Magee-McGee Family Reunion.
  • Parking: Free at the hotel — rent a car if you'd like to explore the Chicago area.
  • Weather: Mid-July averages 83°F. Pack a light layer for evenings.
  • What's nearby: Woodfield Mall, IKEA, Medieval Times, and easy highway access to downtown Chicago attractions.
ONE FAMILY · ONE LEGACY

This Is Us.

From every corner of the country we come back to the same table. Chicago 2026 is the next chapter — and we can't wait to make it with you.

42nd Annual Magee-McGee Family Reunion — Dallas, Texas, July 28-30, 2016
42nd Annual Magee-McGee Family Reunion · Dallas, Texas · July 28-30, 2016
Questions?

The 2026 Planning Committee

Reach out any time — (517) 214-1265