William Penn Life, 2012 (47. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
2012-12-01 / 12. szám
Branch News Illinois member honored for ethical leadership RIVERSIDE, IL -WPA member Stephen Kubiczky is one fraternalist who certainly practices what he preaches. The Riverside lawyer and former Triton College trustee was honored for his contributions to his profession and the community when he received that Gary W. Davis Ethical Leadership Award from the Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA). The award honors “individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the pursuit and support of ethical leadership and decision-making in their fields of work and volunteer service.” Mr. Kubiczky served as a trustee at Thton College from 1995 to 2007. During that time, he received from the ICCTA two Education Awards, a Leadership Award, an Outstanding Achievement Award and a Certificate of Merit. He was awarded an honorary degree by Triton in for his commitment and work promoting higher education. Branch 10 Barton, OH Branch 40 Martins Ferry, OH Branch 248 Monaville, WV Branch 349 Weirton, WV Branch 8164 Steubenville, OH by Joyce Nicholson Hello from the WPA branches of Barton, Martins Ferry, Weirton, Steubenville and Monaville! We hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving holiday. As Christmas quickly approaches and 2012 comes to a close, we want to thank everyone who helped throughout the year with all-things- WPA, from Join Hands Day to picnics, outings, meetings and parties. We were busy all year and thankful to be able to help and have a great time, too. As we look forward to 2013, we wish everyone a blessed Christmas and a Happy New Year filled with love, peace and good health. We congratulate Mike and Connie Jacob who celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Oct. 27. They were married by the Rev. Paul Heist at St. John's Lutheran Church. Mike is the son of the late Mike and Mary Jacob of Martins Ferry. Connie is the daughter of the late Cornelius and Mary McKean of Martins Ferry. Both are owners/ operators of Jacob and Sons Quality Meats. They are the parents of five children: Michael (Wendy) of St. Clairsville, Tim (Amy) of Colerain, Richard (Karen) of Georgia, Lance (Nikki) of St. Clairsville and Jimmy of North Carolina. They also have 12 grandchildren: Jessica, Julie, Molly, Michael, T.J., Amanda, Jacob, J.R., Niko, Billy, Leila and Lochlyn. Our best wishes to Mike and Connie. Our final WPA meeting of 2012 will be brief due to everyone's holiday schedules. We'll meet Sunday, Dec. 16, at 4:00 p.m. at 63 Meadow Lane, Wintersville, Ohio. If you have any news you would like to share, or for information about Branch activities, please call Joyce Nicholson at 740-264-6238. Branch 14 Cleveland, OH by Dawn D. Ward Wow, does time fly! At this time of year, I find myself reflecting on the past year, reveling in the good, accepting those things that I cannot control, but always being thankful for the blessings I've been given. I hope all of our members had a meaningful Thanksgiving, filled with joy, surrounded by friends, relatives, and of course, good food. It is with great sadness and regret that due to a number of health issues, this will be the last column I will write for William Penn Life. It has been a wonderful endeavor for almost 30 years, and I have treasured the opportunity to serve this wonderful branch. The friendships Jeff and I have developed have truly enriched our lives. Probably the most rewarding aspect has been observing from day one the growth and progress of our many juvenile members. From infancy, through all of the Christmas parties, to high school and college years, and into adulthood, marriage, and then having children of their own, this "circle of life" has been amazing. Our branch remains formidable. I highly encourage those who have the time to partake in our many fine activities, attend meetings to plan future events, and enjoy the fun and camaraderie that Jeff and I have been so privileged to experience over the last three decades. We consider you an extended family. Branch 18 Lincoln Park, MI by Barbara A. House Here we go again, at the end of another year. Where does the time go? Tommy, Gabby and I are already getting ready to spend the next four months in Florida. Except for missing Debbie and her family, it feels like we just got back home to Michigan. Remember, I can always be reached on my cell phone at 18 0 December 2012 0 William Penn Life
