Chester Rotary - Newsletter - Archive (Dec 6, 2006)

	Rotary Club of Chester Newsletter Chester, Virginia USA

Chester Rotary Club Warren Jessup, President www.ChesterVArotary.org	Rotary International William Boyd, President www.rotary.org	District 7600 James A. Probsdorfer, DG www.Rotary7600.org

December 6, 2006

Heard at Today's Meeting

Pres. Warren called the meeting to order at 7:30. Krista Led the Pledge of allegiance, PP John led the prayer, and Darryl led us in song "Home on the Range" prompted by PP John in recognition of us being glad to see Darryl back. Today's meeting was dedicated to the memory of our departed friend, Ray Hevener.

Happy $

P.E.Bill happy that he celebrated his 48th birthday

Chuck was happy for the construction team that assembled at his home Sunday to build the wheelchair ramp for next Sunday's Parade. Others matched Chuck's $ (Jack, Dave, Pete, Repete, John)

Angelo was happy to see his name in the Village News.

Krista was happy at the efforts of the bell ringers at Ukrops on Saturday. The first shift was awarded the No Bell prize - it did show up for the ensuing shifts.

Jack is happy to be off to Carolina for a couple of days of golf.

Dave was happy to tell a story about Darryl, who will recieve a free haircut at Jesse's Barber shop

Pres. Warren was happy about the great job Brion did at Ray's viewing.

Chuck was also happy that Jay Tesh found us in our new meeting place.

Announcements

Monday 12/11 is the Christmas party at June and Forest Garrett's. Bring your spouse, a favorite side dish, your favorite libation, and a grab-bag gift.

Sunday 12/10 is the Chester Christmas Parade. Assembly at YMCA at 1:30PM. We are #24 in the parade line and the HOGMOBILE will lead our ensemble

Friday 12/8 final assembly of the floats for Sunday's parade

This Week's Program

This week many members told their stories about the impact Ray had on their lives. Even those of us that are new to Chester have vivid recolections of Ray. He was always outspoken, and conversations had a tendency to call for more listening than talking. Ray seemed to be involved in every facet of his community - sports, church, politics, and people. He truly emulated the spirit of Rotary - Service Above Self. He will be sorely missed by all of us. It was decided at the meeting to name one of the scholarships we give to be given in memory of Ray Hevener.

Upcoming Programs

Next week our speaker will be John Bernier, meterologist from Channel 8 which was postponed from today's meeting. Be sure to check the website calendar for future speaker hosts

NOMINATING COMMITTEE 2007-2008

Your nominating committee presents the following slate of candidates for officers for the Rotary year of 2007-2008:

PRESIDENT BILL RAUSCHBERG

V.P./PRES.ELECT TONY RUSSO

SECRETARY KRISTA RATLIFF

TREASURER ANGELO PARKER

SGT-OF-ARMS TOM MICHENER

ASST. SOA BRION SEWARD

We neglected to open the floor for further nominations, so next week anyone wishing to make any further nominations may do so. Election will be held on Dec. 20.

Check the district website at www.rotary7600.org and look on the calendar.

Visiting Rotarians and Guests

Dickie King and Jay Tesh from S. Richmond.

Birthdays and Anniversaries

Bill Rauschberg

As Always, we close the meeting with the 4-way test....Of the things we think, say, and do...

Is it the TRUTH...

Is it FAIR TO ALL CONCERNED...

Will it BUILD GOOD WILL AND BETTER FRIENDSHIP....

Will it be BENEFICIAL TO ALL CONCERNED....