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March 2010 News

Well, finally February has come to an end!! We had snow, snow, and then more snow. We had ice, ice, and then more ice!! We had cold, cold and then more cold. Yes, it was a month to remember. We survived somehow. I never missed Sunday morning Church---kept warm and dry---and worked a dozen zigsaw puzzles (ministerially speaking). The winter Olympics help pass the time too. What a display of skill, talent, endurance, and team spirit. I enjoyed watching the events so very much. I am proud of the good old USA. All of this in just 28 days. Now, February, 2010 is gone!! March is here--Spring is near--and new things are springing up everywhere. It was worth waiting for. During the month I met with Ginger (our new Pres.) and Gene Wells (also Jim and Rosie Robinson) to make plans for the18th Annual BSU Reunion. Ir will be held at the First Baptist Church in Vandalia on Sept 23-24, 2010. Ginger is going to make us a good President. She has talent, endurance, youth???,and a real love for the BSU work. Please enjoy her leadership--cooperate with her efforts--and plan to attend the BSU reunion. Now, my March news items.

MARCH NEW ITEMS

1. Our dear friend Don Bethel died on Feb.1,2010. Don was a long time friend. We once worked together with IBSA. He was in Sunday School. I was in Training Union. What a joy he was. He was a faithful BSU member while attending SIU in the1940's. Don was loved all over the state of Illinois. Sara plans to live in Marion.
2. Marshall Highsmith died Feb.2, 2010. Marshall was a BSU member during the 6o's.Marshall and Candy lived in San Antonio, Texas.Marshall sang with the Chapel Singers. His brothers are Darrell and Harlan Highsmith.
3. Mrs,Don Boyd (Dorothy Louise) died Feb.3, 2010. She was the wife of Don Boyd. A BSU member in the 50's. Don and Louise lived in Cape Girardeau. Mo. Cliff Burchyett sent me an obituary about her death. If interested ask for a copy. Louise was not a BSU member.
4. A letter from Ruth Crockett reads,"Hello Helen, I just wanted to let you know that Dale Crockett of North Port Florida and his twin brother David (Gale) of North Little Rock, Arkansas were diagnosed with prostate cancer within 7 weeks of each other. Dale has already begun treatment and Gale's physicians are conducting further tests with the view of beginning treatment very soon. Both men are in excellent spirits but your prayers would be appreciated"
5. Bill Berry has gone home from a Nursing Home in Flora, IL. Bill had a light stroke on his way home from the BSU Reunion in Sept.and has been in a Rehab Nursing home since that time. We were happy to get this report from Charlotte McKnight.
6. I plan to remove the email addresses of Betty Burton and Bertha Rose Gingrich from the Directory on the web site. These addresses are always returned. If you have a correct address please let me know.
7. Ada Ann Clemens continues to live in their home here in Collinsville. Kim and Jeff are nearby.
8. A new email address for Cliff Burcheyett----(the Hackers got to him) Here is his new one cburchyett@aol.com
9. Here is a sweet letter from Joy O'Neil the daughter of Nomabel and Burdell O'Neil. "Hello, Helen, Sorry it has taken me so long to reply about my Mom's death. Mom, Nomabel O'Neil, passed away March 2, 2009. She went very peacefully with a smile on her face. I was with her and it was a most precious moment. She was with me when I took my first breath and I was with her when she took her last. I miss her so much every day. Six months later on September 8, Dad, Burdell O'Neil passed away. Sometimes I feel like my heart will never heal. Thank you for your kind words about Mom and Dad. Joy (O'Neil) Colberg" The email address for Joy is deerwatcher1101@comcast.net"
10. Ok, that is it for this month. Continue to send me information about our "old BSU friends." By the way, letters and news are listed in the order I receive them. You are important to me. I love you all real good.
11. March dates to remember are: Daylight-saving time is March 14, St. Patrick's Day is March 17. and Spring begins on March 20. I want you to be informed!!

            Your President Emeritus
            Helen Galloway
            1945 - 1949 SIU Graduate

We must be determined not to be moved by things our enemy does to get us off our faith in God's Word.
SAY THIS: "I'm not moved by what I see. I'm not moved by what I feel. I'm moved only by what I believe, and I believe the Word of God." (Copied)