Roll Call recognizes those who support
12/26/2007
Messenger-Inquirer
Two wrongs don't make a right, but two rights -- recognition and support -- make up a big part of Goodfellows.
In the Goodfellows Club Roll Call, donors have the chance to make a donation in the name of someone, in memory of someone, or just in a way that honors someone who has made a difference.
"People look for ways to recognize other individuals who've done things for them. This is one of the unique opportunities that people have to be able to have a public recognition of someone," said Daviess County Commissioner Bruce Kunze, one of the Goodfellows Club board members.
At the same time, it doesn't just give honor or recognition, said Julie Clark of Owensboro. A donation from her sons was given to Goodfellows this year in honor of the staff at her sons' schools, Daviess County High School and Daviess County Middle School, and Boy Scouts Troop 10.
"We just feel like the Goodfellows organization is a good opportunity for us to make a gift that will benefit children in need in the community," Clark said. "We also felt it would be a good way for our boys to show their appreciation."
The best part is that they know it makes a difference and her sons can see that, Clark said.
"We feel like it's a worthy cause. We feel like it helps the boys to be focused on those in the community who may be less fortunate than we are," Clark said. "It makes us feel good to know that we can do things that might help other people to feel good."
On the flip side of the coin, Ellen Higdon's said she's glad for the recognition but even happier to know that her third-grade class made a donation to do good.
"I'm proud that they wanted to (do this). They're really sweet children. They're really giving," said Higdon, who teaches at Highland Elementary. "I'm pleased that they want to do something special for me, and I'm proud that they're doing it this way, helping other children."
Higdon has donated to Goodfellows in honor of her late father and said it's an organization that should be supported, especially because of the work it does.
"I respect it. I, my sisters and brother have made a contribution in memory of my father for two years. It feels good to know that I can help, and it feels good to know that it's helping them (those in need) all year long, not just at Christmas time," Higdon said. "We're living a comfortable life, and we must remember that there are many who aren't. If we can help in some way, we should do that."
Kunze said it's also important enough just to draw attention to Goodfellows because it has such an important role in caring for the community.
"When you really stop and think about it, it just means a lot to this community that so many people are willing to contribute and that they continue to do that year after year after year," Kunze said. "It really has a special place in this community. Hopefully that will continue and Goodfellows will continue to do the good work they do and Goodfellows will continue to enjoy the support of the community."
Today's Roll Call
Previously reported: $102,191.76
Christmas in Stonegate: $3,558.52
In memory of Wm. Bernard Cecil by your loving family: $2,000
Papa John's of Owensboro: $1,650
"Girls Only Luncheon," Dec. 19, hosted by Marianne Smith Edge, Sandy Hallman, Debbie Fillman, and Jeanette Medley: $1,510
In lieu of Christmas gifts to one another by the Public Life Foundation staff: John Hager, Rodney Berry, Sally Wood, Sue Trautwein, Kathy Strobel, Beverly Mills, and Liz Seibert: $1,320
Anonymous: $1,000
In memory of beloved grandparents, Ed and Judy Sinclair by Mandi Wells, Vince Montgomery, and Melissa Montgomery: $1,000
Owensboro Medical Practice Employees: $706
In memory of grandparents, Oldhams, Zogg, Warrens, and Harris by Mrs. Pam/Disc Daddy family: $400
Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Owensboro: $350
Executive Inn Rockin' for Kids fishbowl contributions, anonymous cash donations: $263
In memory of Patricia Allen by April, Penny, and Tammy: $25
In memory of Phillip "Pudge" Allen by April, Penny, and Tammy: $25
In honor of Jolene, you are my angel by Cory Reid: $10
In memory of my grandpa, Randell Alexander by Luke Alexander: $10
Total for Rockin' for Kids: $333
Time Warner Cable: $300
Excursions, Inc: $300
In memory of Mom, Dad, Dick, and Jeff, for all the good times: $250
In memory of Frances Feldpausch Meunier and Jack Feldpausch, Sr.: $250
In memory of Mr. and Mrs. Gene Frey, Sr: $250
In loving memory of my husband, Bob Webb, and my parents, Earl and Thelma Thurman by Saundra Webb: $200
In honor of Geraldine Schrecker: $200
Brite-Way Sign Company, Inc: $180
Daviess County Teachers Federal Credit Union: $150
In memory of our son, George Donald Beierlein by George and Irene Beierlein: $100
AAA Rent-A-Space Penske Trucking Leasing: $100
In memory of Robert L. Harper and Betty Sue Fiorella by Tony and Vickie Fiorella: $100
Danny Marts: $100
In memory of Howard Hedges, Sr. by Terri and Dean Estes: $100
In loving memory of Rebecca Julius Perkins, an advocate for children by Jean Julius: $100
Bill and Ida Crafton: $100
In memory of Jack McDevitt, your family misses you dearly: $100
In memory of Joseph Paul Castlen, II by his grandchildren, Anna-Caroline, and Nicholas Castlen Brake: $100
Merry Christmas in Heaven, Grandma Jack: $100
In memory of Robert L. Tornblom by the Tornblom family: $100
In memory of Grover and Cassie Brown, and Londa and Truman Atherton by Sherry and Gilbert Baber: $100
In memory of Barb Daugherty, Margaret Hendricks, and Jim Sammon by Joe and Nancy Hendricks: $100
In honor of Jerry and Mary Faye Schrecker: $100
In loving memory of Ed Stephen, Spencer Stephen, Joe Stephen, and Andrea Stephen, I love and miss you all, Karen: $100
In memory of James "Cliff" Dant by Eric and Christina White, Valerie Dant, and Andy Payne: $100
In loving memory of Rob Meythaler: $100
Robert and Brenda McClure: $90
In loving memory of my husband, W.P. "Casey" Kasinger, my parents, Eva and Eugene Matlock, and my aunt, Betty Rutherford by Judy: $50
The Younger Woman's Club of Owensboro: $50
In memory of C.C. Mitchell, and in honor of Dave and Doug Mitchell by Mrs. C.C. Mitchell $50
In memory of Shorty and Millie Richeson: $50
In memory of Richard Rigsby Merry Christmas, Rich, we love and miss you. Love, M,B,G, and S: $50
In memory of Richard Knowles, Merry Christmas Dad. Love, Flash, Bubbles, Spunky, and Weebit: $50
In memory of L.M. Young by Jeanette Young, Garry, Diane, Todd, and Audrey Lillpop: $50
In memory of Addison and Kitty Lillpop by Gary, Diane, Todd, and Audrey Lillpop: $50
In memory of John Glenn Calhoun by Nancy Calhoun: $50
Hillcrest Healthcare Center Reflections Unit: $50
In loving memory of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Pass, Sr., Mr. and Mrs. Frank Pass, Jr., Linda Pass Miller, Irma Lossie, Mr and Mrs. Charley Farmer, Gertrude Demarest, and Joe Van Vactor, much love, Darrell and Becky: $50
In loving memory of my precious grandson, Randall Lee Thomson, Jr., and in honor of my eight other grandchildren, Randall's twin brother, Anthony Thomson, Emily, Allison, and Tyler Zoglmann, and Michael Wayne, JR, Mary Jessica, Ryan, and Kayla Thomson, love, Mammaw Janice and Pappa Butch Thomson: $50
In honor of Jesus' birth by Shannon and Katelyn: $50
To celebrate the marriage of Brooke McKinley and Andy Johnson: $50
In memory of Lucy and Woodie Adcock, Merry Christmas, Marion A. (Jim) Fuqua and Marjorie T. Fuqua: $30
In honor of Tom and Macaela, Jeffrey and Fran, and Austin and Mary by Aunt Nancy: $30
To our brothers, Glenn Deyton and Gary Harris: $30
In memory of Earl and Rachel Brown: $30
In honor of our daughter, Chelsea: $28
Victor Craig Miller: $25
In loving memory of my deceased loved ones by Louise Nugent: $25
In memory of Gladys Poole and Cinda and Elmer Porter: $25
In memory of Uncle Bobby: $25
In memory of Bob and Joan Sullivan by daughter, Sherrie, and grandchildren, Ashley, Logan, and Casey: $25
In memory of Mr. and Mrs. Wallie Beauhchamp by the grandkids: $25
In loving memory of Joe Williams by wife and daughter: $25
In honor of our grandchildren, Will, Mary Grace, and Cecilia Hemingway, and Natalie and Mason Coon by Gloria and Ed Cecil: $25
In loving memory of Bobby Ray Self, with a big heart: $20
In honor of Mrs. Pollard's class at the Owensboro 5-6 Center: $20
In honor of Mr. and Mrs. Shirley Price 50th anniversary: $20
In loving memory of John Wm., Martine, Jimmy, Kenneth, and Charles Vanover, and Tommie England by David and Peggy Vanover: $20
In memory of Louise Van Gunten and Ronnie Nausley: $20
Additional donations for the Messenger-Inquirer Soup Day for Kids: $15
In honor of my mailman, Scot Blanford by Nancy Calhoun: $10
In honor of my neighbor, Lucille Messell by Nancy Calhoun: $10
In memory of my parents, Mr. and Mrs. James O. Beane, and my son, J.W. Robertson by Linda Jones: $10
In honor of Mrs. Burnette, OHS principal by Jordon Steitler: $10
Total as of Dec. 25: $121,092.28
