ROTARY NOTES. Rotary Club of Warren. Member Assignments. Weekly News and Announcements. Upcoming Speakers

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1 ROTARY NOTES A publication of the Rotary Club of Warren, Ohio Upcoming Speakers Rotary Club of Warren September 25, 2013 October 2 Mario Nero How we can help business in the Mahoning-Trumbull Valley October 9 Art Dunn Art s walk around Ohio October 16 Beth Homlitas The SALSA Program (Save A Life Smoke Alarm) Member Assignments Greeters Please Arrive by 11:50 a.m. 10/2 Kim Straniak 10/9 Tom Wareham 10/16 George Thompson Mobile Meals 10/4 John Campolito and Cleo Royster 10/11 Genevieve Bauman and Don Moore 10/18 Gris and Terry Hurlbert Fellowship October Dave Smith November Chris Shape Invocation 10/2 Denise May 10/9 Tyra Ealy 10/16 Diane Sauer October 23 Tom Lodge Estate Planning Weekly News and Announcements October 30 David Russell Compassionate Laughter Laughing to relax is no joke! Hello everyone! I hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful fall day. Our meeting this week was another great one. Diane Sauer was back on the keyboard and Chris Shape was at the podium filling in on Fellowship for Michael Notar. This time he covered the top two winners of the Darwin Awards. The awards are given to those who have improved the gene pool by removing themselves from it. Needless to say, the winners are not the sharpest knives in the drawer. We will leave it at that. We were delighted to welcome a number of guests today. They were: Jesse Matheson, Cindy s brother; Tony Paglia from the Regional Chamber; Robbie Shape, Chris s son; Dr. Jeff Morrison, who recently moved here from the Washington, DC area; and John Brown, Councilman from Warren.

2 Rotary Motto Service Above Self 4-Way Test Of the things we think, say or do: Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it build goodwill and better friendship? Will it be beneficial to all concerned? Avenues of Service Club Service Vocational Service Community Service International Service Youth Service Rotarians with one makeup this week were: Hoy, Hurlbert, LaPolla, Palmer, Patton, Robertson, Spencer-Albrecht, Pal, Smith, Brundage, Iannucci, Porinchak, Berk, Verina, Klase, Thompson, D. Sauer, and Bollas. Those with two makeups: L. Miller, Oblinger, and Campolito. Chocolate Festival The committee will meet next Wednesday, October 2, 11:30 a.m. at Enzo s. Members are urged to attend. EVERYONE SHOULD BE SELLING TICKETS AND GETTING AUCTION ITEMS TURNED IN! Every Rotarian Every Year September is the official kickoff of EREY, where Rotarians are asked to donate $100 to the RI Foundation. A $10 per month gift can be turned in to Cheryl. You also have the option of paying the entire $100 all at one time and can donate by cash, credit card, or check. Donations are tax deductible. Christmas Party Committee Meeting This committee will also meet on Wednesday, October 2, 11:30 a.m. at Enzo s. Members are: Denise May, Kim Straniak, Genevieve Bauman, Dick Aurand, Danette Palmer, Jeff Baker and Jody Klase. Polio Plus We are still collecting your loose change for this Campaign. If you need a bank, contact Dan Rowland, Cheryl, or President John. Money can be turned into Danny who will count it for you. Dictionary Project November 6 th is the tentative distribution date. Dictionaries will be labeled the week before. Chris Shape will share more information later. International Hearing Aid Project Meeting Rotarians from various Rotary clubs will be meeting on Tuesday, October 8, at 6:30 p.m. at Enzo s to learn more about how we can help with this international project. Any Rotarian who would like to learn more is invited to attend. Please contact President John if you plan to do so in order that he can let our ADG Tom Montgomery know. Funding Opportunity for Gregg s Gardens Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership (TNP) is in the running for a $10,000 grant from the 50 States for Good community giving program. TNP is the only Ohio organization in the running and needs the community to vote for them in order to earn the $10,000 donation. The link is provided here for members to access. You can vote one time per day per device. At the time of our meeting, TNP was in fifth place and climbing. We encourage all Rotarians to vote and to encourage others to do so. The funds, if received, will be used toward a $50,000 market district project. Individuals have until October 15 th to vote. The link: Blood Analysis Our next Blood Analysis event will be held on Saturday, October 26 th, 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at SCOPE in Warren. Volunteers will be needed. See Barry Dunaway if you are able to help. Thank You s President John read thank you letters from the Horton family for our donation to Southington United Methodist Church in memory of Bill and from Trumbull Mobile Meals for our recent donation.

3 Areas of Focus Promoting peace Fighting disease Providing clean water Saving mothers and children Supporting education Growing local economies Club Officers President John Campolito President Elect Rob Berk Vice President Mike Bollas Secretary- Treasurer Cheryl Oblinger Past President Danette Palmer Board Members Ryan Brundage Jim Ditch Tony Iannucci Denise May Lynn Miller Paul Pal Dave Smith Rotarians Learn More About Queen for a Day While this week s speaker may have filled in for us at the last moment, she did not disappoint. Jennifer Campbell is no stranger to Rotarians, but what we did not know about was her newly formed non-profit organization, Queen for a Day. Its goal is to make a difference in the lives of women, one day at a time. Queen for a Day recognizes two women each year who have overcome adversity and used their experiences to assist other women. She believes that each woman has a divine purpose on this earth and she hopes through her organization s efforts that the dreams of each woman are restored. Each woman selected for this honor receive a new wardrobe, attend a girlfriend luncheon, have a complete makeover, are the honoree at a huge reception, receive a Mayoral Proclamation, and are provided with donations valued at over $10,000 to further the work of their volunteer efforts to improve the lives of other women. Everyone in attendance could see how passionate Jennifer was about her organization. She distributed nomination forms for Rotarians to use should anyone want to nominate someone for this honor. If anyone has additional questions, would like to volunteer, or donate to Queen for a Day, they can contact Jennifer at hermajesty1216@aol.com or at We thank Jennifer for sharing this information with us and for so graciously filling in at the last minute. We look forward to hearing more as the next Queen is crowned. Warren Rotary s Newest Paul Harris Fellow Dallas Woodall, our Foundation Chairman, was again able to present a Paul Harris Fellow to Warren Rotarian Jim Ditch. Jim has been in Warren Rotary for nearly 15 years and has continuously supported Rotary in its humanitarian efforts. Through his gift, he will not only be supporting Polio Plus, but also Rotary s efforts to promote international peace, address literacy, and improve health in countries around the world and here at home. Our heartfelt thanks go out to Jim for his generosity. Congratulations on joining the ranks of other Paul Harris Fellows. Bill Horton s Eulogy For those who were unable to attend this week s meeting, we are the text of Bill s eulogy conducted by Dallas Woodall. I thought this would be an easy memorial to do. I like to expand upon the obituary and common knowledge about a former member. With all that Bill

4 Horton did during his 80 years in our community, you d expect a plethora of resources. Rotary Club Foundation Board President Chris Stephenson Vice President George Thompson Secretary- Treasurer Cheryl Oblinger Mike Bollas John Campolito Diane Sauer Chris Shape Contact us Rotary Club of Warren P. O. Box 68 Warren, OH Our Website warrenrotary.org If you have suggestions or comments regarding our newsletter, or would like to become a sponsor, please contact Cheryl Oblinger. You are absolutely right! Bill Horton left a marvelous legacy as he believed in service above self even before joining Rotary. However, that being said there was so much said by others that not much was left for me. Therefore, I will review, maybe plagiarize, what has already been printed about Bill since his death. Bill was the owner/operator of Horton Electrical Contracting, Inc., retiring in He was a member of the Southington United Methodist Church, Trumbull 100, Boy Scouts of America, SCOPE, Inc., West Farmington Masonic Lodge #57 (past Master), Children s Rehabilitation Board (past President), Southington Township Water Board, Trumbull Shrine Club, the Buckeye Club, Buckeye Investors, and the Air Force Community Council. The Tribune editors opined that the small town of Southington will miss Bill. In addition to his activities listed in the obituary, he also put up the Christmas lights on the church tower. He is remembered as one who always stepped up if it was for the betterment of his community, Southington Township. Bill s community service began in the 1950 s when, at the age of 19, he took over a Boy Scouts of America Explorer Post. In 2013, some 60 years later, he acted out a scene during an Ohio Chautauqua performance in downtown Warren. The entire community lost a tireless volunteer. Bill installed electricity at the Relay for Life events; he served tirelessly on the United Way Board of Directors. He worked on the Warren City Schools Strategic Planning Committee and served stints as President of Children s Rehabilitation Services and SCOPE, Inc. Former Trumbull County Republican Party Chairman Craig Bonar was quoted as saying if he sees a need or a project, he gets involved. Bill was named man of the year by the Harriett Taylor Upton Association and was a 2003 Tribune Chronicle Community Star. Finally, the editorial concluded by saying he leaves his heart throughout our community. Our Tribune Chronicle community friend, Bob Copeland, wrote a special interest story about Bill in today s Tribune. Bob mentioned Bill s stepping up to serve his community and described him as a very community-minded person and a pillar of the community. Bob interviewed three people who had many contacts with Bill over the years. Jack Morse, business manager of the IBEW Local 573, recalled working with Horton when he was an apprentice at Horton Electric and described Bill as being fair, well-liked and a generous employer who took care of his employees, often over and above.

5 2013 Chocolate Festival Sponsors Paige and Byrnes Insurance State Farm Hill Barth and King Howland Alarm LaPolla Dentistry Trumbull Business College Warren Steel Specialties Windsor House Huntington Trust Department Nick s Well Plugging Disaster Recovery Farmer s Insurance- Toohey Agency Diane Sauer Chevrolet Routh- Hurlbert Berk Enterprises North Coast Fire Protection First Place Bank Lewis Development Seven Seventeen Credit Union Mac Plumbing Inc. Larry s Super Pawn South Central Tire National Fire Repair Sforza & Walker CPA s Inc. Commercial Financial Safelite Auto Glass Dr. Thomas Groner Berkman, Jorgensen, Masters & Stafman Baker, Bednar, Snyder & Associates Bower s Insurance Saratoga Restaurant Cortland Banks Valley Health Care Home Savings Jim Ditch Lane Funeral Home Red s Auto Glass Another employee of Bill s, Ed May, recalled working with Bill on the county courthouse and the Carnegie Law Library and regarded him as a good, honest man who treated his employees well. LaRue Harshman recalled Bill as a fellow member of the Southington United Methodist Church where for many years, he served on the church board and the trustees. She added that we always said if you needed to get something done at the church, call Bill. He did everything. Donald (or Buzzy as many of us know him) Guarnieri lauded Bill s help with the Western Reserve Horse Show and the Camelot Center (a non-profit riding program whose mission is to provide therapeutic horse riding lessons and programs). Don said that 30 years ago while sitting on his horse, he heard a voice behind him say, hello. It s going to be a nice day for a show. That voice was Bill astride his horse at the Western Reserve Horse Show, who was competing against Don in an event. Don didn t know Bill s name, but knew right away that he was something special. Don recalled how Bill personally installed all of the electrical lights for the show, working from an old gray truck, up a ladder, with no assistance, from early in the morning until late at night. Then, he followed that up with cooking six turkeys over charcoal to feel all the others. Don also talked about the extra mile a friend will walk. When Donald s son Lewis was about to get married, Lewis went over the list of guests and approved them, but added I don t care so long as Mrs. Horton attends. When Lewis graduated from Michigan State Law School one January in the midst of a winter storm, Bill and Beverly showed up in East Lansing and attended his graduation. Don surmised (and I would be willing to bet) that Bill made many such long journeys for friends and neighbors to, as Don said, improve the quality of their lives. Don said Bill s life is one to be an example for future generations. From Andrew Herman, Community Columnist: Mr. Herman repeated many of Bill s attributes and regretted that he had only a 700-word column to tell all the good Bill did. He quoted Matthew 6:19-21: Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal; but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. Shelley Taylor, a former member of our Club and the wife of our former president, Nick Odille, said that almost every (community) service organization in this area received some help from Bill in one way or another. She called upon all local retirees to use their eons of experience and knowledge to volunteer in their communities with all the vim and vigor of youth. Mr. Herman recalled that last year, at the age of 79, Bill and a friend dug up and replaced the old sprinkler system at the Women s Park in Warren while

6 he was cleaning out the pond. Bill installed the previous system years earlier and wanted to update it because he felt it needed done! 2013 Chocolate Festival Vendors PMG Chocolatiers Diana s Delectable Chocolates From My Hands to Your Heart Biscotti s Uncle Jim s Foods Table of Temptations We need to follow the advice of Mr. Herman who said, Nevertheless, I won t shed a tear for this great man because (he) was as humble and no-nonsense a man as one could ever meet. To honor Bill when (we) volunteer on future projects, (we) will keep his enthusiasm in (our) chests. Well said, Mr. Herman. I was almost ready to put my draft to rest when I realized that everyone had talked about Bill s feats, accomplishments and contributions. There was one more aspect of Bill that needs to be mentioned his values. Those values probably resulted in all of the things he did for all of us. When you talked with Bill, he was free to give you his pros and cons on various matters and individuals affecting our community. And, as might well be expected, those values were well thought-out and sincere. He had little patience for laggards and phonies. Those values underlie some of the reasons for his contributions and why we loved and respected him so. Bill will be missed by many organizations in his greater community, including the Rotary Club of Warren, but more so by his wife of 42 years, Beverly; his son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Jill Kreske of Mentor; his granddaughter, Kelly, and her husband Michael Antos of Mentor; his grandson, Kevin Kreske of Mentor; and his brother and sister-in-law, James and Marilyn Horton of Champion. Bill Horton, rest in peace. You earned it and you deserve it. District Events District Gala November 16 th at the University Center at Kent State University, Stark Campus. This is a celebration of our District s 100 th anniversary. District Conference May 2 and 3, 2014 in Youngstown. The event begins at the Davis Center at Fellows Riverside Gardens, continues on to Oh WOW! and wraps up at the Taylor Building (Mahoning Valley History Museum). REMEMBER OUR BUSBOY! Please remember to drop a dollar or two in the tip basket for our busboy. He is at Enzo s early and then stays late to clear all our tables after the meeting. Sometimes, we are a little messy and there is a lot to clean up. We know he would appreciate your thanks.

7 Quote of the Week May God grant you always A sunbeam to warm you, a moonbeam to charm you, a sheltering Angel so nothing can harm you, laughter to cheer you, faithful friends near you, and whenever you pray, Heaven to hear you. --Irish Blessing Our September Birthdays Those celebrating this month: Marilyn Pape, Cindy Matheson, Dennis Griffith, Bob Wolleben, Gris Hurlbert, and Jim Ditch. Future Rotarian, Robbie Shape, also celebrates a September birthday. Triple Jackpot Pulling the Joker will win you DOUBLE the daily prize money! Total Jackpot Now Stands At - $386 This Week s Winner John Hulan Happy Bucks John Hulan For winning the daily jackpot. Mike Bollas For the Indians game and for the Cleveland Browns, who are no longer in last place. Rob Berk For our speaker today, for Tony Paglia and Dr. Jeff attending this week s meeting, and for Diane s musical performance. Chris Shape For Robbie joining him at Rotary, for his Steelers (they will eventually win a game), and for Dallas Woodall (he wants Dallas to do HIS eulogy when he dies). But we hope that s not for a very, very long time yet. Robbie Shape For all our orders for popcorn to support Boy Scouts. Dallas Woodall For Jim Ditch as our new Paul Harris Fellow and for Bill Horton.