Kiwanis Club of Ypsilanti

85th Anniverary Celebration

Linda Lawther
 On Thursday, May 4, 2006, the Kiwanis club of Ypsilanti celebrated 85 years of service to the community. To learn more about the history of the club, click on "A Brief History" on the home page. The celebration was organized by 2005-06 President-Elect Linda Lawther, and was held at the Ladies Literary Club in Ypsilanti.

On hand to help us celebrate were members of Colonial Plymouth, Manchester, Milan, and Saline. During dinner, Ypsilanti Kiwanian preston Plews entertained the crowd with excellent music. Division 10 Lt.-Governor Jerry Jennings served as master of cere-
monies. During the program, long-time members recalled the early efforts of the club to serve the Ypsilanti area. Michigan District Governor Fred Model was the keynote speaker.

One of the highlights of the evening was presentation of the Legion of Honor to six Ypsilanti Club members for their long years of service. Honored were:

Alvin Joslyn 1946
James Hause - 1960
James Northey - 1973
Charles Anderson - 1974
Walter Gessert - 1974
Michael Chirio - 1975


Members and guests reminisce before dinner.

Al Josyln received 60-year Legion of Merit from
Club President Jerry Jackson
Jim Hause receives 45-year Legion of Merit
as Governor Fred Model watches

Charlie Anderson receives 30 year certificate as
Governor Model and Lt. Govenor Jerry Jennings watch.
Jim Northey (far right) is congratulated for 30 years
by Jerry Jackson and Jerry Jennings
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