New Fairfield Lions Club

New Fairfield, Connecticut, 06812
District 23-A

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September 2005 Meeting

Lion Doug Stram awarded the distinguished Knight of the Blind

On September 27th, the New Fairfield Lions Club recognized one of its own – Lion Doug Stram was awarded the distinguished Knight of the Blind award for his outstanding service to Lions and the New Fairfield community. In the presence of his wife Kathy Stram, Doug received his honor from Ray Shea, Past President of the Connecticut Lions Eye Research Foundation.

Humanitarian service is the goal of all Lions. The association was founded for the purpose of serving others, and in doing so, make the world a better place. In 1925 Helen Keller challenged the Lions of the world to dedicate themselves to helping the blind and sight impaired. Lions everywhere have responded through thousands of projects to benefit those in need.

The Connecticut Lions Eye Research Foundation (CLERF) was founded in 1956 to support basic research into the causes of eye disease and blindness. CLERF plays an important role in the establishment and support of eye research at both Yale and UConn, awarding more than $5 million dollars to date in the State of Connecticut.

The Knight of the Blind is designated CLERF’s highest honor, symbolizing the attributes of generosity, compassion and concern for others, and the high esteem in which the recipient is held by other Lions. Congratulations Lion Doug!

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Past President Lion John O’Connell – honored for support of Speech & Hearing

On September 27th, District Membership Chair Mark Lyon (Brookfield) presented New Fairfield Lions Club Past President John O’Connell (2004-2005) with an award recognizing the Club’s service to speech and hearing initiatives.

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New Lions - Krystyna Kappas and Bob Merrit

On September 27th, District Membership Chair Mark Lyon (Brookfield) inducted two new members in to the New Fairfield Lions Club – Krystyna Kappas and Bob Merritt. Krystyna, a resident of Sherman, is the branch manager at NewMil bank in New Fairfield, and is sponsored by Lion Bill Gabrielle. Bob Merritt resides in New Fairfield with his wife Gillian, and is sponsored by Membership Chair Lion Suzanne Kerner.

 

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