The Chesterton Tri Kappa Associates recently met at Strongbow Inn to
celebrate its 40th anniversary.
The 29 members present were joined by special guests, Jan Stricker, Carol
Hokanson and Doris Swanson.
Province 9 Officer Christine Klus brought greetings and congratulations from
the state Tri Kappa organization.
Following a delicious dinner, President Sylvia Rhine conducted the business
meeting.
Judy Ross reminded members about the upcoming Relay for Life and the
availability of luminaries for that event.
Literacy Committee chairperson, Mara Becking, thanked members for the
donations of books for the June project. President Rhine thanked the
outgoing officers, Treasurer Helen Petro and Secretary Sherry Stephens.
The budget for the next year was approved.
Historian Becky Dunbar recognized special people from the past 40 years.
Charter members of the Tri Kappa Associates include Becky Dunbar, Noreen
Hokanson and Doris Swanson.
Past Presidents include Noreen Hokanson, Alice Perney, Marcia Bell, Alma
Hall, Betty Ertel, Nancy Ruffing, Becky Dunbar, Jeannene Baur, Rosemary
Canright, Sharon Robbins, Roberta Neel, Shirley Peffers, Barbara Bolesch,
Carolyn Jones, Susan Sargent, Pat Amstutz and Sylvia Rhine.
Members who have been active in Tri Kappa for at least 50 years are Rosemary
Canright, Becky Dunbar, Sue Edds, Noreen Hokanson, Carolyn Jones, Sharon
Robbins and Bonnie Thomas.
Pictures from the past were distributed and the challenge was given to name
the Tri Kappa members portrayed. This brought to mind many memories of
philanthropic activities—like Wagons for Riley Hospital, Bloodmobile
volunteering, creating hats for newborns, collecting school supplies and
baking cookies for firemen.
A commemorative poem and letter of reflection written by Jeannene Baur were
enjoyed by the group.
Installation of officers followed the anniversary festivities. The new
officers are President Kim Baer, Treasurer Janet Zeck and Secretary Mara
Becking.
The successful evening of celebration was a result of the planning and
dedication of the 40th Anniversary Committee: Sylvia Rhine, Pat Amstutz,
Barbara Bolesch, Susan Sargent, Sherry Stephens, Janenne Stuber, Becky
Dunbar and Carolyn Jones.