Boulos Reunited
August 27–30, 2026
The Boulos Family Story
Written by Alfred Boulos and read by Todd Baer.
Find the written transcription here.
“Our Boulos family philosophy has been simple: everything works out for the best. Everything is God’s will, and we should be happy with His will. In all our struggles and disappointments we have tried to keep a sense of humor and take life as it comes. Above all, we have always espoused a strong family relationship.”
Alfred BoulosJean and Nellie
From Lebanon to Haiti to the USA
Nine Siblings
Emile
Emile is the oldest of the nine children. Very gentle, funny, kind beautiful person. Saw him every week, visiting Uncle John. A true character who loved his daughter Maria beyond words.
Lily
Lily is the second oldest child who, under the wing of our grandfather, traveled the world and went to boarding school in Beirut. Lily lived the philosophy and care of others from her teachers there and was the second mom to her siblings after her father passed away.
Edward
He became the (Boulos) family breadwinner when he was 18 and helped his mom pay the bills, He loved his siblings and always had a great time when they were together.
Victor
He taught us how to love America and is possibly the most proud American of the family. He gave us good manners and good morals on how to live an honorable life.
John
“The Pocket Rocket” — Soccer Hall of Famer, grandfather of 13, and dispenser of hard-earned wisdom, usually wrapped in a joke. He lived and breathed the Boulos family philosophy.
George
George was very loyal to Mama Boulos, going to 290 every weekend, and then to Bensonhurst buying bread and his favorite cheeses. He loved his family and was always “nervous in the service!”
Helen
She's the kindest, sweetest and most beautiful, both inside and out, smiling all the time, welcoming and hosting family and friends all the time.
Ramez
Winner of the favorite uncle award and runner-up for best soccer player, Uncle Ray was known for his love of family, sense of humor, and fondness for Japanese Marigolds.
Alfred
The youngest of the nine, Freddy was perhaps the most looked up to. Brilliant, accomplished and quietly generous, he put family above everything and became the keeper and master storyteller of the Boulos family history.
Family Artifacts
Letters, records, photographs and other treasures that trace the Boulos family journey from Lebanon to America and beyond.
Journey Through Time
Video photo album by Alex & Peggy Smith.
This Story Continues to Unfold
A reunion of three Boulos generations, with more gatherings to come
A culture of inclusivity continues, as inspired white males have found their rhythm in the Boulos family.
Visit the Boulos Reunited photo gallery on link below.