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Friends of Bellevue 2005 Award Dinner

Every October the Friends of Bellevue come together to sponsor the Annual Bellevue Award Dinner and Fund Raiser to benefit the Bellevue Independent and Holy Trinity Schools.

This year The Friends of Bellevue honored longtime resident, business owner and community activist Diane Witte for her many years of unselfish dedication to our community.

The reception hall of the Bellevue High School awaits the honored guest, family, fellow Friends and supporters of our schools.

The guest of honor table decorated and set.

Fellow Friends and guests engaging in "witte" conversation at the pre-dinner reception held in the charming historic home of Friends board member Arnie and Cathy Garbutt.

Friends board members Tom Quirk and Arnie Garbutt discuss some pressing issues before dinner.

Fellow Friends Lyn & Barry G. arrive to join in the fun.

Friends Treasurer Sandy Olliges (r) makes the point to greeter Micheal T. to make sure that "all guests had better be paid before entering", while patient husband Charlie eyes the fun crowd.

Fellow Friends Marilyn G., Sis P. get caught up with Barry & Lyn G.

Friend Pat S. takes a long distance call while school supporter Bonnie T. waits to finish her story.

FOB's very own "Sweetie Pie", Marie H.

This year's dinner chairwoman, Friend Kathy B. tries to keep a straight face while Friend Kathy A. whistles the Friends of Bellevue theme song.

Friend Jim W. husband of the Guest of Honor and son Scott listen while Friend Sally K. shares some of her stories.

This year's Honored Guest, fellow Friend Diane Witte already recruiting volunteers for her next project.

Chair Kathy B. discusses the evening's program with Friends President Dr. Julie Boudousquie.

Fellow Friends enjoying some conversation.

Mrs. & Mr. Witte sharing with guest Marjorie B.

Evening's MC Friend Jerry S. introducing this year's FOB sponsored Tee shirt featuring local scenes of Bellevue.

Friends President Julie Boudousquie welcoming all to the 2nd annual Bellevue Award Dinner & Fund Raiser.

Fellow Friend and City Councilman Steve Guidugli reads the proclamation declaring October 8, 2005 as Diane Witte Day in the City of Bellevue.

Councilman Steve Guidugli congratulates Diane on her much deserved community recognition.

State Representative Dennis Keene conveys the gratitude of the Commonwealth's House of Representatives to Diane for her many years of service to Bellevue.

Event Chair and fellow Friend Kathy B. reads a few of the nominations submitted on Diane's behalf.

Friends Secretary Katie Davison shares her feelings about this year's Honored Guest.

Scott Witte conveys his appreciation to the Friends of Bellevue before introducing his mom.

Lee Witte shares his thoughts about his mom and the inspiration she has been to Bellevue.

Chair Kathy B. and President Julie present Diane with this year's Bellevue Award.

2005 Bellevue Award recipient Diane Witte composes herself before delivering her remarks.

Diane Witte addresses the crowd.

Friend and evening's MC Jerry S. thanks everyone for attending this year's event and supporting the Friends of Bellevue in their efforts to support our fine community schools.

Friends Secretary Katie Davison and Friend Sally K

Fellow Friends enjoying the delightful event.

Fellow Friends Sara W., Jean W., Sis P. and Marilyn G. head out after a wonderful evening.

Former City Clerk & Friend Myrna F. congratulates Diane on her much deserved award.

President Julie with Diane's sister Denise S. and mother,fellow Friend Bonnie M.

Diane and her attractive family.

Diane & Jim

Diane and lifelong friend Paula S. share a chuckle.

Fellow Friends Anne R., Ginny B., and Mary B.

Another successful fund raiser brings smiles to Friends Treasurer Sandy Olliges and husband Charlie.

Friends Lyn & Barry G. with School Board Member and fellow Friend Tracy Janson-Norman congratulate Friend Barb R. on another successful Friends sponsored event.

Diane's lips are sealed by Friends VP Tom Wiethorn on what their next community project might be.

Friends Micheal T., Dottie W., and Charlie O. comment on the great turn out for the evening's festivities.

Friends Joe & Cathy H. sharing with Friend Sally K.

Scott Witte converses with his former professors, fellow Friends Dr. Bob W. and Dr. Joan F.

Fellow Friend and Bellevue Beardery owner Joanna M. congratulates her friend and business neighborhood Diane.

Special thanks to all who volunteered their time and talents, especially the dedicated staff of the Bellevue High School Food Service Department who prepared this year's delicious chicken and prime rib dinner.  And to Bellevue Independent Schools Superintendent Wayne Starnes and the Bellevue Board of Education for their support of this fund raising event.

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Last modified: 04/16/08