Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Killam Hall of Fame Inductees for 2012


Killam inducted four new community leaders into its Hall of Fame on Saturday, April 27, 2013.

From start to finish this is a class evening that many of us look forward
to every year.  Thank you so much to the organizers for putting this together.

For the third year in a row the committee has honored contemporary nominees – those still active in our community – and historical nominees – those who left their mark during Killam’s earliest days, when it was just starting to define itself.

This year’s nominees are –

Geraldine Link, introduced by daughter Shelly Armstrong.  Geri says when they decided to move to the community, “I made the decision to live in Killam, not at Killam”.

Lois Prichard, introduced by Robert Borth.  Lois commented “I will continue to volunteer in the Town of Killam to make it the best town in Alberta”.
Albert Edward Fee, one of Killam’s first merchants, introduced by Sharleen Chevraux, and accepted by grandson Doug Fee.
Dr. Peter Voloshin, a physician in Killam for several years following WW II, introduced by Clara Lewis, and accepted by son Dr. P. James Voloshin.
For a complete report on the nominees, view The Community Press article at http://thecommunitypress.com/killam-hall-of-fame/ .  They have done a great job capturing the event.
I particularly enjoy the historical nominations; what a great way to
learn more about Killam in its early days.  Communities need to
celebrate their local history more often, and this is such a great way to do
that.

Additionally, it is so important to recognize those currently in our
community that give back so generously.  Killam is very fortunate in that we have many members of the community that give freely of their time & energy.

It's been said that volunteers are the life-blood of any community and I
am pleased that we have an event that gives a nod of appreciation to these folks.

Tammy & I look forward to this event every year.



Cheers,

Bud James