Annual Picnic Held Inside...
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| The Lions shared its booth with Dollars for Scholars |
Thirty five were in attendance at the Family Picnic, held at Rose Hamilton cafeteria Monday
evening, June 28. The club provided the chicken and drinks and there were many covered dishes and desserts making for
a great meal.
Following dinner, President Jud Costlow invited everyone to introduce themselves
to the group. Lion Charlie Killen was awarded a Membership Key for obtaining new members.
The evening was spent playing Bingo with surprise gifts going to the winners.
Archway Days...
The Centerville Lions Club shared its booth this year at the annual Archway Days
in Centeville with the Centerville-Abinton Community Dollars for Scholars, a program of ScholarshipAmerica. Its
purpose "is to expand access to educational opportunites by involving and assisting our community in the support of students
and in the encouragement of educational achievement."
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| The Lions shared its booth with Dollars for Scholars |
The Centerville Club sold "Big Coloring Books" and gave free water to passersby.
The Club also hosted the District 25F Vision Van.
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| Lions Allan Spencer & Phil Benedict checking out vision equipment |
The Centerville Lions Club shared its booth this year at the annual Archway Days in Centeville
with the Centerville-Abinton Community Dollars for Scholars, a program of ScholarshipAmerica. Its purpose "is
to expand access to educational opportunites by involving and assisting our community in the support of students and in the
encouragement of educational achievement.."
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| RCT Office Manager Becky Cooper |
Members of the Centerville Lions Club heard about Richmond Civic Theatre Monday evening, January 26. Office Manager Becky Cooper said the theatre began as an idea in 1939, beginning with
the recruitment of German immigrant Norbert Silbiger, who became director and remained in that position for many years.
Cooper said there has been a 25% increase in memberships recently. And they've added classic movies to stem more interest
in the Theatre. They've also begun an outreach program to area schools.
Following the regular meeting, the board approved the expenditure of $500 to the Centerville
Police Department for the purchase of bullet proof vests. The vests, which cost $5,000, are partially being paid
for with a $2,500 government grant.
Lions Club Will Continue to Meet at Centerville Inn
The Centerville Inn has been put on the market for sale. However, Lions learned
Monday evening (Jan 12), they will continue to meet there. It's expected prospective buyers will honor the Lions tradition
of meeting there the second and fourth Mondays of each month.
Lion Jeff Nickell reported 21 Christmas wreaths were sold during Christmas in Centerville in
December, despite a cold, snowy evening. Several cotton candies were also sold.
A thank you note was read from Calvin Matteson, who was a past president of the club, thanking
the club for help for Sherri Albert.
At a brief board meeting following the regular meeting, Gary Locke of Centerville was approved
as a new member. He will be inducted during the Annual Awards Banquet on February 9. His sponsor is Lion Jim Howell.
Cost for the Awards Night meal will be $9.50.
The board approved a $100 donation for the Centerville Bulldogs Booster's Golf Scramble on April 24.
And $55 was approved for an ad in program for the February 20 Antique Show at the Kuhlman Center sponsored by the
Richmond Art Museum and Wayne County Historical Museum.
Lions Learn about Dunn Center...
Susan Markley, from the Dunn Center in Richmond, presented the program for the January
12 meeting of the Centerville Lions Club. Markley is Director of Marketing and Organizational Development for
Dunn Center.
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| Susan Markley |
Susan Markley, from the Dunn Center in Richmond, presented the program for the January
12 meeting of the Centerville Lions Club. Markley is Director of Marketing and Organizational Development for
Dunn Center.
Operating since 1962, Dunn serves a five-county area. Markley said their 450 employees serve
between five and seven thousand persons. Many of them are school children.
Awards Banquet Feb 9...
The Annual Community Awards Banquet is coming up February 9. It will be held
at the Centerville High School Cafetorium beginning with a Social Hour with punch at 6 PM and with dinner at 6:30 PM served
by the Centerville Inn. Gary Locke will be inducted into the club. The
event is being planned by Lions Jim Howell, Mark Howell and Phil Stevenson. Past honorees
have been invited. Last year's winners were: Richard Bodiker, Paul Elstro,
Darrin Aughe, Brent and Valerie Biggs, Tom Berhalter and the KICS Program including Rick Barnett, Butch Evans and Dave Pamer.
Four honored at Awards Banquet...
Four Centerville residents were honored for service to their community by the Centerville Lions
Club Monday evening, February 9. The awards were presented during the 18th annual Community Awards Banquet held at the
Centerville High School Cafetorium. Receiving awards were: Gretchen Banes, Wayne Duke, Donald McKinney and Dan Wandersee.
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| l to r: Gretchen Banes, Wayne Duke, Donald McKinney and Dan Wandersee |
Gretchen Bane, wife of Monty Bane, was honored for her help with the Centerville schools and
her active leadership in community sports.
Wayne Duke, son of Richard and Elsie Duke, was honored for his work with the community and his
many hours of dedication to the schools.
Don McKinney, former school teacher, author, farmer and
pastor was honored for his many years of service to the Centerville community.
Dan Wandersee,
President of the Centerville Town Board, was honored for his service to Centerville and his help in improving the life in
the community.
Entertainment Announced for Fish Fry...
Two groups and a pianist will be entertaining at the annual Fish Fry on June
11 and 12. Beginning at 5 PM on Friday the Something Good singers will take to the stage. They will be followed at 6 PM by the Sliced White Bread Brass
Band. They will play until 8 PM Pianist Lowell Conley will provide music Saturday from 6
to 8 PM.
Something Good, is a group of 8 gals who sing great popular music along with spiritual
numbers too. Their leader is Janet Eby, and accompanied on keyboard by Janet Sakora. They are from the Richmond/Eaton
area. Sliced White Bread Band is directed by Jim McKinney of Richmond and they are a brass band which plays many old
time favorite songs. There are 5 members in the group. Lowell Conley has played keyboard for many years in this
area and he enjoys playing all types of music for gatherings, weddings and receptions. Lowell lives in Richmond.
Club Finalizes Plans for Fish Fry...
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| Fish Fry co-chair Bob Hobson |
The Centerville Lions Club finalized plans for its annual Fish Fry on June 11 and 12 beneath
the tent just west of the Centerville Municipal Building. Set up day is Thursday, June 10, when the fish fryers, tables
and chairs will transported from the storage garage at the Mansion House. Tent raising will be at 5 PM.
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| Lion Allan Spencer in charge of work assignments |
The menu this year includes green beans along with cole slaw, french fries as well as fish or
hamburger/cheeseburger sandwiches. Dessert including all kinds pies will be available for extra charge.
Advance tickets are on sale for $5.50. It will be $6.00 at the door.
Serving will be 11 AM to 8 PM each day.
In other business... during a special Board of Directors meeting, members approved joining Promote
Centerville. It's an organization that promotes events in Centerville.
Joint Meeting Held...
A joint zone and region meeting of area Lions Club was held in conjunction with
the Hagerstown Lions Club Tuesday evening, April 13.
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| Zone B Chair Duane Nickels |
Zone B Chair Duane Nickels from Liberty led a discussion of events and projects of area
Lions Clubs attending.
District Governor Ed Reier addressed the group on the upcoming State Convention and the Vision
Van. He also talked about Camp Woodsmoke.
Centerville Lions Tom Berhalter, Phil Benedict, Jim Resh and Bill Felker attended the
meeting. It was held at the McCullough Community Center.
Ardith Talbot, known as the Hat Lady, entertained the Ladies Night meeting of the Centerville
Lions Club Monday evening, April 12. The Lynn resident brought some of her 300 hats as she talked about the importance
of laughter in our lives.
Born and reared in Nebraska, she taught school there and Iowa before migrating to Indiana.
In Indiana, she owned a Christian book store and was editor and publisher of Friends United Press in Richmond for ten
years.
Now, among the "inspired retired," she said, "have a blast while you last. Enjoy life
to the fullest." Using her hats throughout her presentation, Talbot reminded the crowd, "Yesterday is gone; you don't
have a promise of tomorrow... not even five minutes from now. This is the day the Lord has made; we should rejoice and
be glad in it." She said, "Everyone needs to laugh a little bit. Laughter is humor... it is healing. Give
a dose of laughter freely."
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| Ardith Talbot with Lion Tim Hill |
Lion Max Farmer Dies...
Lion Max E. Farmer of Richmond died Saturday, August 14, at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis.
He was 85. Lion Farmer joined the Centerville Club last year.
Retired from farming and sales, he had been associated with the Wayne County Sheriff's Department.
He is survived by his son, Lion John "Jack" Farmer, four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, a brother and a sister.
His wife, Ethel, preceded him in death.
Funeral services were Thursday morning (August 19) at the Doan and Mills Funeral Home in Richmond.
Whitewater Masonic Lodge conducted a memorial service at 7 PM Wednesday at the funeral home. The Wayne County Veterans
Council conducted military graveside services at Lutherania Cemetery.
Tom Berhalter has Heart Attack...
Immediate past president Tom Berhalter
suffered a heart attack Sunday morning (July 25). He was hospitalized at Reid Hospital, where he was recovering.
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Chamber President Mazzei addresses Club...
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| Chamber President Frank Mazzei |
Education, promotion of business and community, advocacy and the economy are the main focuses
of the Richmond-Wayne County Chamber of Commerce. Chamber president Frank Mazzei told members of the Centerville Lions
Club at its meeting February 23 these five areas are being stressed this year.
Mazzei said the Chamber has formed a Learning Corporation to draw awareness to education.
In promoting business, the focus is on buying locally. They've started a Young Adult Network as they promote the community,
as well as publishing a community map and profile. And the focus economically is on the life science initiative and
how to connect existing businesses to it.
Board takes Action...
The Board of Directors of the Centerville Lions Club met following the regular meeting on February
23 approving several items. One was the sponsorship of a Centerville Youth League Team this summer. Another was
the donation of $100 for the Centerville High School Junior Class After Prom Party. And they voted to charge $10 per
person for the Ladies Night Dinner coming up on April 12.
A request to oversee the
concessions at the Centerville Fireworks on July 4th was taken under study until more information becomes available.
Members hear about Camp Woodsmoke...
Past District Governor Jack Buckland of Richmond
spoke to the Centerville Lions Club Monday evening, March 8, about Camp Woodsmoke. The 264 acre camp is located near
Greensburg, Indiana.
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| PDG Jack Buckland of Richmond |
Past District Governor Jack Buckland of Richmond spoke to the Centerville Lions Club Monday
evening, March 8, about Camp Woodsmoke. The 264 acre camp is located near Greensburg, Indiana.
Buckland showed a video of the camp with its cabins and storage buildings along with a mess hall and shelters.
Lions Clubs go there to work throughout the year. The camp is used by numerous groups including the handicapped,
Boy Scouts, schools and Lions families.
The Centerville club donated $50 to the camp.
Club allocates funds...
The club voted March 8 to donate $75 to Meals on Wheels for Area
9 for the Centerville community.
And the club voted to pay $285 for additional
insurance on storage facility items for one year.
Board Action...
The Board of Directors
of the Centerville Lions Club gave authority to Lion Jeff Nickell to investigate the feasibility of the club sponsoring a
golf scramble, sometime this Fall. Nickell said it would be a good fund raiser for the club. Members also heard about
other possible fund raisers.
In other action during its April 26 meeting, the Board approved
the sponsorship of former Leo Pam Farmer for the Wayne County Four-H Fair Queen... and the 25 dollars for the entry fee.
A $25 donation was approved for the Centerville Classic Car Club, which has a show during Archway Days in August.
Members were urged to support the Leo Club's Senior Citizens Dance,
scheduled for May 15 at 6 PM in the High School Cafetorium.
Attendance Down...
Attendance at the March 22
meeting hit a low for the year. Only 18 members and a guest were able to make the meeting.
Inezetta
Stiver, Centerville's Historian, presented an interesting program, according to Assistant Secretary Don Kehoe. She also
had some material for members to take home.
Lion Phil Benedict announced he has been trained as an operator
of the District Lion Vision Van, which will be available to the public during the Fish Fry in June. Benedict says others
need to be trained, also.
Following the regular meeting, the Board of Directors met for a short session.
They approved the expenditure of $50 to former Leo Pam Farmer for the cancer supporting Relay for Life Project.
The Board also voted to cover the expenses of two Lions to the State Convention in Fort Wayne next month... with expenditures
not to exceed $300 per Lion.
The Board accepted a donation from Lion Joe Elstro of 20 gallons of diesel
fuel for operation of the Vision Van generator while it is at the Fish Fry.
And the Board accepted,
with regret, the resignation of Lion Jay Martin.
Gary Locke Inducted...
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| New Lion Gary Locke |
Our newest member is Gary Locke of Centerville. Gary works for the town of Centerville
as an electrical groundman and is a member of the fire department. He was inducted into the club during the Community
Awards Banquet on February 9. With him were his wife, Debbie, and his sponsor, Lion Jim Howell.
Lion suffers Heart Attack... Another in the Hospital...
After
resting at home last week following a heart attack, Lion Jim Howell was able
to join fellow Lions at the May 10 meeting. His son, Lion Mark Howell, said his
father was attending a Wayne County Health Board meeting at Reid Hospital Thursday morning, April 29, when he became ill. Mark said he was at the
right place at the right time. Lion Jim will be taking it easy for awhile. He returned home on Sunday, May 2.
Meanwhile, Lion Charlie Killen was hospitalized last week. Lion Killen learned he was diabetic and was undergoing treatment
at Reid Hospital.
Lions remembered both in prayer during the meeting.
Club Approves Golf Scramble and Officers-elect...
A new fund raising project was approved by Centerville Lions
Monday evening, May 10. It's a Golf Scramble set for Saturday, September 18th at the Winding Branch Golf Club.
Lion Jeff Nickell, who is heading up the committee planning the scramble, says It begins with a shotgun start at 9 AM.
Cost will be $40 per person. It's hoped at least 20 four-person teams will play. Lunch will be served and is included
in the entry fee.
Lion Nickell said Lions Charles Hobbs, Phil Benedict and Bob Hobson have volunteered
to serve on the committee. (Click here for Entry Form)
Officers and directors for the 2004-2005 year were elected. They
are: President, Jud Costlow; 1st Vice President, Gary Locke; 2nd Vice President, Phil Golden; Secretary,
Jim Resh; Assistant Secretary, Don Kehoe; Treasurer, Phil Benedict; Assistant Treasurer, Tim Hill;
Tail Twister, Bob Hobson; Assistant Tail Twister, Jack Farmer; Lion Tamer, Allan Spencer and Assistant Lion
Tamer, John Prall.
Board of Directors: Tom Berhalter and Bob Ramey, two years; Charlie
Hobbs and Charlie Killen, one year.
Officers and directors will be installed by District Governor Carl Sharp at the
June 14 meeting.
Scholarship Winners Announced...
Two Centerville High School seniors have been awarded Centerville Lions
Club scholarships. They are Tierney Barnett and Bart Williams.
Tierney Barnett will be majoring in elementary education at Franklin
College. The daughter of Rick and Rhonda Barnett, she was president of the Centerville Lions Leo Club.
Bart Williams, also a member of the Leo Club, is planning on attending
St. Francis College, where he will major in art. He is the son of Tom and Dana Williams.
Each scholarship is $350.
Lions Attend State Convention...
Lion President Tom Berhalter and Lion Treasurer Phil Benedict attended the Indiana Lions State Convention in Fort Wayne April
16-18. Benedict said District 25F had the largest attendance of any group in
the state. Connersville Lion Earl Whipple was voted in as Vice Chairman of District
25F. Connersville Lions Club had 33 Lions at the convention to lend support to
Whipple's candidacy.
Centerville BKB Team Honored...
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| Cheerleaders and basketball team |
The Centerville High School basketball team and cheerleaders along with their coaches were honored
Monday evening (April 26) by the Centerville Lions Club. The team advanced to the state finals in Class 2-A after winning
their first sectional since 1944. Head coach Ryan Chiddister said, "What really stood out to us was the fan support
and community support; it wasn't just the Centerville community, but all of Wayne County." He said it was a lot
of fun for his team to see the community rally around them.
Lions Return to Days of the Model T...
Lion Jay Klehfoth took members of the Centerville
Lions Club on a trip back in history Monday evening, May 10. Following dinner at the Centerville Inn, members walked
a half block to Lion Jay's garage where he presented a program on the Model T Ford. Klehfoth is Editor/Business Manager
for The Vintage Ford... the official publication of the Model T Ford Club of America.
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| Lion Jay Klehfoth shows Lion Warren Gareiss his '27 Model T |
Lion Klehfoth showed a film called American Road narrated by Raymond Massey.
It traced the beginning of the automobile, from the time of the horse and buggy to the Model T Ford. Klehfoth then told
about how Henry Ford developed his first car, founding of the Ford Motor Company with the beginning of the
assembly line, which reduced manufacturing costs and lowered the price of the car so the average person could afford one.
Klehfoth formerly worked for Ford.
Lions Loans Games to Easter Seals...
The Centerville Lions Club loaned five games to Easter Seals Wayne and Union Counties for its
annual Activity Day for children with disabilities. The May 8 event was held at the Kuhlman Center.
Over 100 youth and chaperones attended the party which included an educational presentation
about animals by the Cope Environmental Center, games including the Lions Club's basketball goal, ring toss, bean bags
and golf. This is the third year the club has loaned the games to Easter Seals. The games are used by the club
for its Halloween Party in October.
Officers and Directors Installed...
District Governor Carl Sharp, Jr. of Liberty installed new officers
and directors of the Centerville Lions Club at its regular meeting Monday evening, June 14.
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| Berhalter, Sharp & Costlow |
Judson Costlow was presented wtih a large gavel as he was installed as the new president of
the Centerville club. Other officers installed included: Gary Locke and Phil Golden, 1st and 2nd vice presidents;
Jim Resh and Don Kehoe, Secretary and Assistant Secretary; Phil Benedict and Tim Hill, Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer;
Bob Hobson and Jack Farmer, Tail Twister and Assistant Tail Twister; and Allan Spencer and John Prall, Lion Tamer and Assistant
Lion Tamer.
Board of Directors installed were past president Tom Berhalter and Bob Ramsey, two years;
and Charlie Hobbs and Charlie Killen, one year.
Lions Member to Leave Town...
Lion Dan Preston is changing jobs and will be leaving the Centerville Lions Club.
Dan Preston, vice president of the Economic Development Corporation of Wayne County, has accepted a similiar post with
the Bowling Green, Kentucky Area Chamber of Commerce.
Preston will be joining former EDC president Jim Hizer, who become president of the Bowling
Green Chamber in May. Preston resides in Centerville.
Program Chair Lion Tim Hill presented Ardith Talbot with a Certificate of Appreciation following
her entertaining and inspiring presentation.
Donations Approved...
Several donations to area organizations were approved by the Board of Directors
Monday evening, June 14.
$350 to the Lions District 25F Vision Van completes the club's $700 pledge toward
the new service.
$50 each was approved for the Centerville United Methodist Mission Group and for
the Lightning Bolts fast pitch baseball team.
Treasurer Phil Benedict reported the club grossed $10,287 from the Fish Fry.
Net proceeds is expected to be around $8,700. There are still some outstanding bills to be paid.
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