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Photos from the RSVP Luncheon

The Family Service RSVP Luncheon was held on October 5 at the Round Barn Banquet Centre to honor our Retired & Senior Program volunteers who collectively contributed more than 130,000 hours of community service last year. This year’s luncheon was dedicated to the memory of Vicki Stewart, who passed away this summer after 20 years as RSVP Director and many years of community involvement.

Here are this year’s winners in all their glory:

Herndon-Keenan Award Winner

Sheryl Bautch, Family Service Executive Director congratulates Don Brown for his many years of exemplary service.

Rena Lenz Award Winner

Robbie Edwards, RSVP Volunteer Coordinator, hams it up as she is recognized for her outstanding service as new RSVP volunteer.

Vicki Stewart Spirit of Caring Award

Ruth Pembroke receives the first Vicki Stewart Spirit of Caring award from Sheryl Bautch. Ruth was recognized for her exceptional service despite having only one arm. This memorial award will be presented annually to honor a volunteer who serves with determination despite physical challenges.

Stations of the Year

Envoy Kris Fuqua of the Salavation Army (and the Million Meals for Haiti project) and Elaine Gehrmann, Executive Director of Generations of Hope accept awards for their respective organizations. Congratulations to all who make these programs great!

Service Award Winners

Standing: (lto r) Darryl Mullvain, Tom Yancey, “Mr. Bill” McCormick, Frank Bernhart

Seated: Karen Bodnar RSVP Director with Marie Reeves, Carol Langer, Darlene Mullvain, and Catherine Yancey

Volunteers Providing 1,500+ Hours of Service

RSVP Coordinator Robbie Edwards poses with (lto r) Marge Probasco, Nancy Brown, and Ruth Anne Wylie

Not pictured: Cora May Kirts, and Patricia Shephard

Volunteers Providing 1,000+ Hours of Service

Pictured: (l to r) Lovia Henderson, Anita Hochberger, and Marty Edwards.

Not Pictured: Marge Langdon, Georgia McCartney, and Jane Green.

Helping Make the Day More Memorable Were…

Emcees Provide Entertaining Rapport

Comedian Tony Clements and Mike Haile, of “Mike in the Morning” fame, provide an entertaining duo as they tease Linda Frank, Champaign Circuit Clerk while drawing another winner in the popular RSVP raffle.

Lee Pondell Trio

For your entertaining pleasure as you ate the Lee Pondell Trio provided both a gentle and enthusiastic repetoire of music for all to enjoy.

Colors, Patriotism, and Respect

These Lincoln’s Challenge cadets posted and retired the colors with true patriotism, escorted volunteers with dignity, and treated everyone at their luncheon table with good old-fashioned respect. They were a very appreciated compliment in recognizing some of the best in our community. Thank you Lincoln’s Challenge!