Dick Dudek’s weathered appearance and callused hands made him look gruff, but the twinkle in his eye and the generosity of his spirit would quickly reveal the soft-heartedness of the man. He was a humble and quiet man who never sought power or attention, but he was generous and meticulous in his service to God and to his brothers and sisters in the Buffalo branch of the People of Praise.
When we remember the long life of our covenanted brother Harold Roland (Servant Branch), who died December 28, 2010, at the age of 94, it’s crystal-clear that serving the Lord with joy was one of his mightiest gifts. Many of us have been long-term beneficiaries of his servant’s heart.
After a long battle with ill health and chronic pain, our brother Leonard Beskar (Servant Branch) died of congestive heart failure on October 4, 2010, a few weeks shy of his 76th birthday. Extended illness late in life had sapped the strength from a once rugged frame, but was unable to rob this good man of his faith, generosity and good humor.
US Army specialist Joe Ridenour (Oahu) has been recommended for a commendation for helping save the life of a friend and fellow soldier.
Troop 77, a Boy Scout troop sponsored by the Muncie branch, celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. With 42 boys, the troop is larger than it has ever been. Members just learned that their scoutmaster, Pete Walters (Muncie), will receive the highest honor a volunteer can earn from the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America--the Silver Beaver.
