I recently retired from the Butler County 4-H Livestock Club as a 4-H leader of 32 years.

I want to thank all of the extension agents and staff who have been a part of my life these past 32 years and for all their assitance, training sessions, knowledge, encouragement and friendship.

I want to thank all of the 4-H leaders who I have met, worked with and enjoyed their friendship.

Thank you to all of the many 4-H members and their families who have been a part of my life over the years. Thank you for your respect, kindness, assistance and friendship and for making me and my children a part of your family. It is greatly appreciated.

Thank you to all the buyers who have purchased my children’s sheep over the years at the 4-H livestock auction at the Butler Farm Show. Your support and caring of the 4-H youth is greatly appreciated.

My journey and my children’s journey through the many years of 4-H has given us many rewarding and valuable life skills. Thank you for all the memories.