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Free Baseball Clinic set for May 9 (see page 9) Volume 32 Number 2 www.fsbgc.org Spring 2018 OUTSTANDING YOUTH AND VOLUNTEERS HONORED AT ANNUAL FSBGC DINNER Former NBA and Razorback star Ronnie Brewer was guest speaker for the 2018 FSBGC Awards Dinner held on March 15 at the Evans Boys & Girls Club. Brewer, who played professional basketball for 9 seasons, was very complimentary of the volunteers who help support Club programs. “I grew up at the Boys & Girls Club in Fayetteville and my dad grew up a member in Fort Smith” said Brewer. “The Boys & Girls Club gives you a sense of belonging and there are volunteers who truly care about helping kids” he added. During the event, Ronnie Brewer shared stories about his childhood and his journey to the NBA. Daren Bobb, news anchor for KFSM–TV 5 served as emcee. Brewer was accompanied by his mother Carolyn Brewer. Sponsored by the Alumni & Friends Association, the annual event drew Club supporters, community leaders, volunteers and members. Brewer, who was a first round NBA pick by the Utah Jazz, shares a unique record with his father Ron. They are the only father–son combination in the history of the Chicago Bulls. Arkansas basketball icon Ronnie Brewer was guest Chris Whitt, a 20 year member of the FSBGC board of speaker for the annual FSBGC Awards dinner. He played directors, was presented with the “Champion of Youth” award. for the Razorbacks (2003–2006) and averaged more Recognized for his leadership and support of youth programs, than 18 points per game. During his 9 year pro career in he’s been instrumental in several Club improvements. Whitt the NBA, he played for the Chicago Bulls, Utah Jazz, is a strong advocate for the FSBGC College Scholarship OKC Thunder, New York Knicks and Houston Rockets. program. He is now involved with the Ronnie Brewer foundation. Caddell Reynolds received the “Sponsor of the Year” Award. Bill Reynolds accepted the award on behalf of his law firm, who has supported the Boys & Girls Club for the past 3 U.S. Marshals Museum Partners decades, including: baseball (17 years), soccer (20 years), with FSBGC during Spring Break football (23 years) and basketball (24 years). 60 members of the Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club Youth of the Year awards were presented to Julie Fenby were provided a unique opportunity to participate in the (Evans), Te’Vion Releford (Stephens), Ryan Smith (Goldtrap) U.S. Marshals Museum Spring Break camp March 20–22 and Chloe Fitzgerald (Jeffrey). Declan Roberge and Jadan A variety of hand’s on activities were offered during the Morland of the Evans unit were both recognized for being a three day camp, including STEM, technology research, Youth of the Year finalist. The awards are based on community investigation of artifacts and daily tours of historical sites. service, Club participation, academic achievement, public “We are pleased with helping young people learn more speaking ability and interviews. about our history and the importance of the U.S. Marshals Vounteer of the Year awards went to Darin Person Service” said director of education Leslie Higgins. Each (Evans), Gerald “LG” Nelson (Jeffrey), Al Perry (Stephens), day included a special theme, including: Colonial Marshals, and Levi Whitson (Goldtrap). More than 400 volunteers are Wild West Marshals and Modern Marshals. involved at the Boys & Girls Club. Page 2 www.fsbgc.org Spring 2018 In Memory of... Memorial contributions to the Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club are invested in the Club Endowment fund. Interest from these donations generate operational support for the Club. The Endowment was established in 1940. Gifts received during the first quarter of 2018 (January, February, March) were given in memory of the following... MR. LARRY E. EVANS MR. DOUGLAS O. SMITH, JR by Candy & Gimo Berry by Annette & Tom Gean by Carolyn & Rick Beuttel by Gina & Neal Pendergraft by Commissary Kiwanis by Joe Boyett MR. OKLA BENNETT SMITH by Richard Boyett by Sara S. Bowers by Jackie & Carl D. Corley by Jim East by Cyndi & Jerry Glidewell by Debbie & Bill Gordon MS. SUSIE FULLERTON SMITH by Patty & James Hudson by Elizabeth & Joe D. Powers by Glenn Ann Blakemore Martin by Kim & John McFarland DR. JERRY STEWART by Buz Naucke by Annette & Tom Gean by Phyllis & Roger Reichert by Patti Blakemore Rogers MR. WAYNE TREADWAY by Patricia & Douglas Rogers by Brenda Glidewell by Sandi & Sandy Sanders by Cyndi & Jerry Glidewell by Larry Stockton by Mr. & Mrs. Tommy L. Wallace MS. JANE W. WILLIAMS by Elinor Smith MS. BARBARA HATHCOCK by Jill & Randy Cutting MS. JOHNNIE RUTH WRIGHT by Rachel Mize MR. JAY R. HIGHTOWER by Pam & Buddy McMahon MS. NANCY LAUDERDALE Honorariums by Pam & Buddy McMahon DR. COLE GOODMAN by Cyndi & Jerry Glidewell MR. DOUG LOWREY by Beshears Construction MS. SHIRLEY MARQUETTE Scholarships by Marcia & Charlie Dye STUART C. CREWS MEMORIAL by Stuart C. Crews Foundation ESTATE OF MR. JERRY MARRS by Stacy Pearson VIC FORSGREN MEMORIAL for MR. LARRY E. EVANS MR. PATRICK MASON by Forsgren, Inc. by The Masons BOBBY NEEDHAM, SR. MEMORIAL MR. JIMMY POGUE MEMORIALS: by Debbie & Alan Swaim by Robyn & Bobby Needham, Jr. for MS. JONSYE WHITSON BAILEY CLARA & MARVIN RICHARDSON for MR. LOUIS STROUD by Dr. James & Jan Ellis for MR. MORRIS TEAGUE by Kim, Mike & Bill Hanna by Robyn & Bobby Needham, Jr. by the Marshall Family HONORARIUMS: for MS. HELENE LEWIS MR. HARRY J. SHIPLEY, JR. for JUDY & LARRY LOUX by Cyndi & Jerry Glidewell by Robyn & Bobby Needham, Jr. by Elinor Smith by Elizabeth & Joe D. Powers Spring 2018 www.fsbgc.org Page 3 REMEMBERING FSBGC Impacted by SPECIAL FRIENDS Legacy of Sally Frick With a heart for helping others, Sally Baum Frick left a generous gift of $67,000 for the Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club upon her passing on August 23, 2017. “This was her way of saying thank you to an organization that helped her family” said Elvin Frick, her widower. Both of Sally’s sons, Bill Shumate and David Shumate, were members of the Club. Elvin and Sally were both widowed when they met at Fred Astaire’s Dance studio nearly 30 years ago. He was 62 and she was 57. During their time together, Jonsye Whitson Bailey Larry Evans Elvin and Sally lived a “modest life in a modest home” according to Elvin. “Sally and I have made several Jonsye Whitson Bailey – co–owner of Midwest gifts throughout the community, including Bost Inc., Sporting Goods passed away on February 15, 2018 at the UAFS the University of Arkansas and the Boys & age of 54. Jonsye was a long–time sponsor at the Boys Girls Clubs” he said. & Girls Club and a member of the Alumni & Friends Sally was a woman Association. She and her sister Linda were honored of deep faith, who was with the “Sponsor of the Year” award from the Boys & a tireless servant to Girls Club in 2013. Her late father Herman Whitson was her family, friends and inducted into the FSBGC Hall of Fame in 1995. Jonsye community. She is is survived by her husband Aaron Bailey, 3 children and described as someone 12 grandchildren. who was the epitome of beauty, grace and Larry Evans – a dedicated member of the FSBGC class. Widowed at Alumni & Friends Association, died at the age of 74 on age 39, she single– March 9, 2018. Larry served as Director of Operations handedly raised her of Fort Chaffee Redevelopment Authority and was three children, worked instrumental in the Club having access to Chaffee full–time for Acme Crossing for the annual Haunted House fundraiser. Brick Company and Evans is survived by his wife of 41 years, Becky Naucke continued to care for Evans, along with 2 children and 3 grandchildren. her former mother–in– Sally Frick Larry’s brother–in–law Buz Naucke, worked as a unit law until her death. director for the FSBGC for more than 20 years. Charlie and Mary Baum were Sally’s parents. Charlie was one of the early store managers for Marvin Richardson – passed away on March 17, 2018 Walmart and worked directly with Sam Walton. In the at the age of 89. He was a long–time member of the early 90’s, Charlie was instrumental in the construction FSBGC Alumni & Friends Association. Marvin was a of Baum Stadium at the campus of the University of retired salesman of Allied Bearings Company, a member Arkansas. He also helped support the construction of of the Arkansas National Guard and a volunteer for the Walton Arena. “Charlie and Norm DeBriyn were great Fort Smith Church League baseball program. friends” said Elvin. “Mr. Baum loved baseball and was pleased to help with the construction of the stadium” Harry Shipley Jr. – age 96, died on March 24. He he said. was a former Boys Club board member and a WWII Those who knew Sally, remember someone who veteran. Shipley was a graduate of Fort Smith High devoted the majority of her life to causes that helped and the University of Arkansas. He was a respected those in need. A woman who loved to laugh, dance, businessman, and joined Shipley Baking Company work in the garden, play bridge, and travel. Someone in 1945 and spent his career with the company before who never had an unkind word for anyone. retiring in 1996 as Chairman of the board. Page 4 www.fsbgc.org Spring 2018 2018 Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club Awards Dinner Photos Champion of Youth – Chris Whitt 2018 Volunteer of the Year Winners Boys & Girls Club board member Gerald “LG” Nelson Darin Person Al Perry Levi Whitson (Jeffrey) (Evans) (Stephens) (Goldtrap) 2018 Youth of the Year Winners Sponsor of the Year – Bill Reynolds Chloe Fitzgerald Te’Vion Releford Julie Fenby Ryan Smith Caddell Reynolds Law Firm (Jeffrey) (Stephens) (Evans) (Goldtrap) Ronnie Brewer & Youth of the Year Finalists State Representative George McGill Declan Roberge Jadan Morland Spring 2018 www.fsbgc.org Page 5 Arkansas Youth of the Year Julie Fenby Finishes In Top 3 During Contest Contestants from around the state competed for the Arkansas Youth of the Year title on March 13–14 in Little Rock.