Member Update

                                                       

Sheryl Hodges went to China last year, and is planning a trip to South America in October. For the past 18 years she has gone on a secret trip --a type of mystery tour. She is planning that again this year as well, and usually takes care of planning the games for that adventure. Sounds like fun, Sheryl!

I believe the "not so secret" destination this time is Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Member Update

Sharon Kuhns is currently serving the IEAFCS Board as Vice President for Life Members. She participates in board meetings and helps newer members keep up on important history of the organization.

Sharon has also been busy busy with her "outdoor hobby" of gardening this summer. She particularly likes growing Hostas.

Her "indoor hobby" is quilting. She has attended Bonnie Hunter Classes. Bonnie is an author and founder of Quiltville. Sharon was also fortunate to be able to attend a class taught by the Gees Bend Quilters from Gees Bend, Alabama. This is a group of women who teach classes and participate in quilt exhibitions around the country. They are keeping the history and culture of their area alive through the artistry of quilting.

Sharon's husband is now retired also, but there is still a farm to keep track of. Her family is planning a trip to Niagara Falls soon. They will go to Florida in the winter. She also has four grand children.

Congratulations to Kay Mayberry!

Kay Mayberry was one of the individuals inducted into the 4-H Hall of Fame at the Illinois State Fair on Saturday.

She served as an Extension Home Economics Adviser in Hamilton County for several years, and also worked a short time in White and Gallatin in that capacity.

Later in her career she was the Family Life Educator at the Mt. Vernon Extension Center. Kay also volunteered countless hours in support of 4-H & Youth programs and initiatives. She was nominated for this honor by Hamilton County staff members.

Kay is currently going through cancer treatment. Her daughter, Tanya, has set up a Facebook page to report on her progress. Send a note to ieafcslife@gmail.com if you would like more information on that.

It Was An Enjoyable Day!

Twenty two former Extension Home Economics Advisers (Family & Consumer Science Educators) gathered in Springfield this week to catch up on life after retirement for everyone. It was a good day of discussing past and present activities!

Those in the photo are: Ruby Lingle, Janet Burnett, Martha Winter, Jananne Finck, Carol Schlitt, Kathy Wolters, Diane Duewer, Mary Ann Fugate, Shirley Camp, Sheryl Hodges, Bev Combs, Mary Jo Stewart, Barb Farner, Joy Richey, Marjorie LaFont, Rachel Schwarzendruber, Amy Griswold, Johanna Bruns, Sharon Kuhns, Robin Bagwell, Cammy Seguin, and Mary Fouts.

Mark your calendar for next year's Summer Reunion. The date is July 30th. We hope to see you there!

Member Update

Mary Fouts is one of our longer tenured retirees. She retired in 1992 in that major re-organization of Extension. However, she has kept very busy ever since then.

One of her interests is genealogy, and she has helped others with genealogy research. She also volunteers at the Genealogy Library three days per month.

Mary lost her son in 2004.  She has eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Looking forward to seeing many co-workers at the 2014 Summer Reunion in Springfield tomorrow!

Condolences to the family of Ray Morris

Ray Morris, 68, of Golconda passed away at 9:15 a.m., Monday, July 21, 2014 at Metropolis Rehab and Healthcare.  He was born July 25, 1945 in Norris City, IL the son of William Dee "W.D." and Lola (Lamp) Morris.  Ray married Carolyn Sue Lane on June 10, 1965.  He had worked as an Advisor for the University of Illinois Extension offices in Marion, Benton and Pope County.  Ray and Sue were Foster Parents for over 20 years caring for over 80 children.  Ray loved horses and in 1988 to pay homage to the 150th Anniversary of the Trail of Tears, he organized a wagon train from Red Clay, TN to Talequah, OK.

     Ray is survived by his wife of 49 years, Sue of Golconda; a son and daughter-in-law, Monte and Cindy Morris of Golconda; a daughter and son-in-law, Tiffany and Patrick Smithhart of Oakland City, IN; a sister, Elaine Grimes of Ashkum, IL; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Stanley and Linda Morris of Iuka and Marcus and Deena Morris of Enfield; six grandchildren; one great-grandchild; two foster daughters, Lois Bender and husband Sam of Hollywood, FL and Zella Haney of Harrisburg; and three foster grandchildren.

     Funeral Services for Ray Morris, 68, of Golconda were at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at Campbell Funeral Home in Norris City with Brother Hillis Jones officiating.  Burial was in Village Cemetery in Norris City.  Memorial contributions may be made in Ray's memory to St. Jude's Childrens Hospital.

Old Friends Get Together

Several former Extension employees gathered in Champaign recently to visit with Ruth Hensen who lives in Foley, Alabama. Charlotte Crawford was also in the area, and was able to join the group at Milos Restaurant in Urbana.

                                               



Pictured are Ellen Burton, Ruth Hensen, Mary Ann Fugate, Pat Hildebrand, Bev Combs, Cammy Seguin, and in the other photo--Charlotte Crawford. I believe Barb Farner left before the photo was taken.

Sounds like they had a good visit! Thanks to Charlotte for sending the photos.