Proclamations for Rotarians who passed away since Covid restrictions disrupted our meeting schedule

Seven longtime members of the club were honored with Proclamations, which are available on our Club website. Each Proclamation was written by a committee of Rotarians who were close friends.

The proclamation for Richard Abbott was read by President Dave Myers. The proclamation will be delivered to his family.

Jeff Roeger honored Charlie Beckwith and presented the proclamation to his widow, Marilyn, who was present along with several of Charlie’s sons and daughters.

Shawn Gordon talked about Ron Burbick and presented our Proclamation to his sisters and nephew.

Amanda Senn read Richard King’s proclamation and will deliver it to his family.

Randy Smith recalled Walt Strawman and his many contributions to the club and to the United Methodist Church. He will deliver the proclamation to Walt’s family.

Bill Childers honored Ken Wertz and presented the Proclamation to Ken’s son, Eric.

Bill Childers also read the Proclamation for Charles Whiting, which was written by David Dix who couldn’t be present today. He presented the Proclamation to his widow, Sue Whiting.