Kansas State Council
About the ESA Foundation
About the ESA Foundation
Established in 1970, the ESA Foundation is dedicated to the promotion of continuing education and to altruistic activities that make a positive difference in the world community. Voluntary contributions of time and money from ESA members, ESA Foundation members, and friends of the Foundation are the ESA Foundation’s sole sources of support. As a nonprofit, tax exempt corporation, the ESA Foundation supports the service and leadership programs and the philanthropic projects of Epsilon Sigma Alpha International.
Kansas Scholarships
Kansas Scholarships
Any person (inside or outside of the ESA membership) who meets the criteria listed for the scholarship may apply for one of our scholarships (or any other ESA Foundation Scholarship). To apply for any ESA Foundation scholarship, click here.
The Kansas State Council of Epsilon Sigma Alpha International established the Kansas State Council Endowment in 1988. The specific criterion is for a Kansas resident. The first presentation of the scholarship was in 1993. Judging Criteria A: This scholarship is weighted evenly to Financial Need and Scholastic Ability: Scoring 100 points, the distribution is 10 points for Character, 20 points for Leadership, 10 points for Service, 30 points for Financial Need and 30 points for Scholastic Ability.
The Kansas State Council of Epsilon Sigma Alpha International began during the depression years, with the first chapter chartered in Salina in 1930. Kansas has taken its place from the beginning supporting the efforts of ESA International. The Original ESA headquarters was established in Kansas City. In 1938, the National Convention of ESA was held in Kansas City, Missouri where two of our local women were installed as national officers of ESA. This Convention established May 1 as ESA International Founders’ Day.
During the 1940’s, the economic situation continued to be hard and America was involved in World War II so the membership turned their attention to the war effort. After the war, the ESA membership once again turned its attention to building ESA. ESA Headquarters was moved to Fort Collins, Colorado. Kansas added more chapters and once again hosted the National Advisory Council Convention in Wichita. The Kansas State Council was officially established in 1946 in Hutchinson, Kansas and Zura Crockette-Dittman from Iota Kappa Chapter led as president for the first two years. Kansas had 46 chapters, which were having difficulty staying active since it was just following the war.
In the 1950’s and 1960’s, Kansas remained active on the International level promoting ESA by supporting candidates running for office and hosting the International Convention in Wichita. Jessie McAdoo Little, from Kansas, served as International President and established the Disaster Fund, which aids ESA members. The Kansas State Council joined the Kansas Council of Women in 1957, which made up 29 other women organizations in Kansas with national affiliations. In the 50’s, the Council was led by Grace Stoner, Mildred Keller, Jessie Little Beryle Elliott, Faye Jordan, Kay Lavelle, Irene Ramsey, Hazel Hayes, Jerry Phillips, and Mary Booe. Kansas continued to keep its interest in International involvement when Irene Ramsey was elected IC President in 1966. Kansas chapters began to become increasingly involved in philanthropic endeavors as the objectives of ESA International evolved from a reading society. In the 60’s, the council was led by Lois Mayall, Betty Guthrie, Louise Woods, Bonnie Gunter, Velma Harness, Dee Quade, Katy Mills, Kathleen Lutz, and Gladys Shook. Kansas will adopt the Institute of Logopedics for its state project, which aids communication handicaps.
In the 1970’s, the Kansas State Council was led by Lorita Von Niederhausern, Maxine McKeever, Anne Langenfeld, Jean Wells, Betty Spicer Hawkins, Dotty Keenan, Mary Daniels, Florence Ellis, Joan Friend and Opal Regier. The Council became a part of the national effort to coordinate a POW-MIA letter writing campaign to free Vietnam Prisoner’s of War and started donating to the National Project of St Jude Children’s Research Hospital raising $1 million. The Council proudly join the newly formed ESA Foundation; a Kansas woman, Irene Ramsey, become the first Chairman of the Foundation Board.
In the 1980’s, as ESA International celebrates its Golden Jubilee in Denver, Colorado, Kansas had six of the oldest chapters recognized. Our own Pauline Cowger, from the first Kansas Chapter, Omicron received her 50 year pin. The women heading the Kansas Council in the 80s were Joyce Marrs, Jean Beetem, Judy Ary, Marilyn Herren, Geri Benton, Joan Bourn, Kay Ross, Verneene Forssberg, Shirley Campbell, and Coleen Cape. The Kansas State Council Endowment was established during Shirley Campbell’s year. Joan Friend served as International Council President representing the Council’s continued commitment to International leadership.
In the 1990’s the Kansas State Council had two fully funded endowments registered with the ESA Foundation. The women leading the Council were Kay Foster, Charlene Hansen, Margaret Shook, Donna Dawson, Shelya Goyer, Susan White, Mary Hill, Helen Stitt, Karen Lowery, and Cindy Rodman. Joan Bourn served as International President of ESA International. Kansas proudly accepted recognition for becoming a million dollar state for St. Jude. This along with its continued dedication to support the Institute of Logopedics, which had by this time changed its name to Heartspring. The Kansas State Council has supported many philanthropic efforts throughout communities in the state. Thousands of hours and dollars have been donated to aid those in need by members of ESA in Kansas. From the beginning of ESA, Kansas has always played an important role in its leadership, making it one of the best women’s organizations in the nation. It is proud to be among the first state councils to be a member of the ESA Foundation and to support its efforts to serve human needs.
The Kansas State Council of Epsilon Sigma Alpha International began during the depression years, with the first chapter chartered in Salina in 1930. Kansas has taken its place from the beginning supporting the efforts of ESA International. The Original ESA headquarters was established in Kansas City. In 1938, the National Convention of ESA was held in Kansas City, Missouri where two of our local women were installed as national officers of ESA. This Convention established May 1 as ESA International Founders’ Day.
During the 1940’s, the economic situation continued to be hard and America was involved in World War II so the membership turned their attention to the war effort. After the war, the ESA membership once again turned its attention to building ESA. ESA Headquarters was moved to Fort Collins, Colorado. Kansas added more chapters and once again hosted the National Advisory Council Convention in Wichita. The Kansas State Council was officially established in 1946 in Hutchinson, Kansas and Zura Crockette-Dittman from Iota Kappa Chapter led as president for the first two years. Kansas had 46 chapters, which were having difficulty staying active since it was just following the war.
In the 1950’s and 1960’s, Kansas remained active on the International level promoting ESA by supporting candidates running for office and hosting the International Convention in Wichita. Jessie McAdoo Little, from Kansas, served as International President and established the Disaster Fund, which aids ESA members. The Kansas State Council joined the Kansas Council of Women in 1957, which made up 29 other women organizations in Kansas with national affiliations. In the 50’s, the Council was led by Grace Stoner, Mildred Keller, Jessie Little Beryle Elliott, Faye Jordan, Kay Lavelle, Irene Ramsey, Hazel Hayes, Jerry Phillips, and Mary Booe. Kansas continued to keep its interest in International involvement when Irene Ramsey was elected IC President in 1966. Kansas chapters began to become increasingly involved in philanthropic endeavors as the objectives of ESA International evolved from a reading society. In the 60’s, the council was led by Lois Mayall, Betty Guthrie, Louise Woods, Bonnie Gunter, Velma Harness, Dee Quade, Katy Mills, Kathleen Lutz, and Gladys Shook. Kansas will adopt the Institute of Logopedics for its state project, which aids communication handicaps.
In the 1970’s, the Kansas State Council was led by Lorita Von Niederhausern, Maxine McKeever, Anne Langenfeld, Jean Wells, Betty Spicer Hawkins, Dotty Keenan, Mary Daniels, Florence Ellis, Joan Friend and Opal Regier. The Council became a part of the national effort to coordinate a POW-MIA letter writing campaign to free Vietnam Prisoner’s of War and started donating to the National Project of St Jude Children’s Research Hospital raising $1 million. The Council proudly join the newly formed ESA Foundation; a Kansas woman, Irene Ramsey, become the first Chairman of the Foundation Board.
In the 1980’s, as ESA International celebrates its Golden Jubilee in Denver, Colorado, Kansas had six of the oldest chapters recognized. Our own Pauline Cowger, from the first Kansas Chapter, Omicron received her 50 year pin. The women heading the Kansas Council in the 80s were Joyce Marrs, Jean Beetem, Judy Ary, Marilyn Herren, Geri Benton, Joan Bourn, Kay Ross, Verneene Forssberg, Shirley Campbell, and Coleen Cape. The Kansas State Council Endowment was established during Shirley Campbell’s year. Joan Friend served as International Council President representing the Council’s continued commitment to International leadership.
In the 1990’s the Kansas State Council had two fully funded endowments registered with the ESA Foundation. The women leading the Council were Kay Foster, Charlene Hansen, Margaret Shook, Donna Dawson, Shelya Goyer, Susan White, Mary Hill, Helen Stitt, Karen Lowery, and Cindy Rodman. Joan Bourn served as International President of ESA International. Kansas proudly accepted recognition for becoming a million dollar state for St. Jude. This along with its continued dedication to support the Institute of Logopedics, which had by this time changed its name to Heartspring. The Kansas State Council has supported many philanthropic efforts throughout communities in the state. Thousands of hours and dollars have been donated to aid those in need by members of ESA in Kansas. From the beginning of ESA, Kansas has always played an important role in its leadership, making it one of the best women’s organizations in the nation. It is proud to be among the first state councils to be a member of the ESA Foundation and to support its efforts to serve human needs.
Kansas State Council Endowment
Kansas State Council Endowment
The Lamplighter Memorial Endowment (Kansas) was established by the Kansas State Council of ESA International in 1999. The specific criterion is for a Kansas resident attending any school. The first scholarship was awarded in 2003.
Judging Criteria B: This scholarship is weighted to Financial Need: Scoring 100 points, the distribution is 10 points for Character, 10 points for Leadership, 5 points for Service, 50 points for Financial need, and 25 points Scholastic Ability. The Lamplighter Memorial Endowment was established as a memorial for Kansas sisters who passed away. This seemed a fitting way to honor the memory of many sisters who have contributed so much to Epsilon Sigma Alpha International and the ESA Foundation membership in Kansas.
The Lamplighters are the past presidents of the Kansas State Council of ESA International. The year this memorial endowment was established a beloved Lamplighter, Florence Ellis, passed away. Florence was suffering from cancer and before her death designated the Lamplighter Memorial Endowment as her choice for memorials. As a result, almost $2000 was donated the first year.
Florence Ellis was a shining example of what our association with ESA International creates in outstanding leadership in women and the gift of human kindness and grace. The Kansas sisterhood hopes that this endowment, along with the other Kansas endowments, will continue to support those who seek to further their education goals. Through this kind of assistance we feel we can seek a new and better hope for tomorrow.
Judging Criteria B: This scholarship is weighted to Financial Need: Scoring 100 points, the distribution is 10 points for Character, 10 points for Leadership, 5 points for Service, 50 points for Financial need, and 25 points Scholastic Ability. The Lamplighter Memorial Endowment was established as a memorial for Kansas sisters who passed away. This seemed a fitting way to honor the memory of many sisters who have contributed so much to Epsilon Sigma Alpha International and the ESA Foundation membership in Kansas.
The Lamplighters are the past presidents of the Kansas State Council of ESA International. The year this memorial endowment was established a beloved Lamplighter, Florence Ellis, passed away. Florence was suffering from cancer and before her death designated the Lamplighter Memorial Endowment as her choice for memorials. As a result, almost $2000 was donated the first year.
Florence Ellis was a shining example of what our association with ESA International creates in outstanding leadership in women and the gift of human kindness and grace. The Kansas sisterhood hopes that this endowment, along with the other Kansas endowments, will continue to support those who seek to further their education goals. Through this kind of assistance we feel we can seek a new and better hope for tomorrow.
Lamplighter Memorial Endowment
Lamplighter Memorial Endowment
The Jack & Lucille Crossno Memorial Endowment was established by Mary Hill as a memorial endowment for the family in 2002. The specific criterion is limited to a Kansas resident with any major. The first scholarship was given in 2003.
Judging Criteria E: This scholarship is weighted evenly in all categories: Scoring 100 points, the distribution is 20 points for Character, 20 points for leadership, 20 points for Service, 20 points for Financial Need, and 20 points for Scholastic Ability.
(Written by Mary Hill, Lucille Crossno’s daughter) Lucille was born on a farm in southeast Kansas in 1910. She attended school in Labette County and graduated from Labette County Community High School in 1928. She was the oldest daughter, of seven, five brothers and one sister. She moved to Wichita following graduation and attends a local business college. She married Joseph Lee Harr in 1930; they had two children - Joseph Lee Jr. was born in February 1931 and Mary Virginia was born in August 1933.
Lucille joined Delta Gamma Chapter #1183 of Wichita, KS as a charter member in 1949. She remained active in ESA for more than 50 years, holding all of the offices locally and in the District. She served as International Council Convention Co-Chair in 1954-55 when the convention was held in Wichita, Kansas; and State Corresponding Secretary in 1955-1956.
Lucille also served as the IC Chaplain in 1961-62, and attended every IC Convention from Evansville, Indiana in 1950 until Phoenix AZ in 1993. Lucille worked for many years as a secretary/bookkeeper for Harry Gore Independent Oil Company. She served as President of the Oil Secretaries Association in 1950-1951. Lucille was a great believer in education, and urged Joe Lee Jr. to attend college. Joe Lee attended Wichita State University for a couple of years, but moved into the business world working in the oil fields. Lucille and Jack (Arlia B. Crossno) were married in 1972. They owned and operated Wichita Marine, a boat company on South Broadway; during this time Lucille continued to work for the Gore Independent Oil Company. She remained there until her retirement and subsequent move to Stockton, Missouri. Coming from a large family in a farming community, Lucille never had the opportunity to attend college, but encouraged her children and grandchildren to do so. Of her five grandchildren, only one graduated from College. Virginia Charisse Hill Roesch graduated from Friends University in Wichita, Kansas in 1977 with a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in business. Lucille passed away February 18, 2002, and is greatly missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her son and daughter, seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Judging Criteria E: This scholarship is weighted evenly in all categories: Scoring 100 points, the distribution is 20 points for Character, 20 points for leadership, 20 points for Service, 20 points for Financial Need, and 20 points for Scholastic Ability.
(Written by Mary Hill, Lucille Crossno’s daughter) Lucille was born on a farm in southeast Kansas in 1910. She attended school in Labette County and graduated from Labette County Community High School in 1928. She was the oldest daughter, of seven, five brothers and one sister. She moved to Wichita following graduation and attends a local business college. She married Joseph Lee Harr in 1930; they had two children - Joseph Lee Jr. was born in February 1931 and Mary Virginia was born in August 1933.
Lucille joined Delta Gamma Chapter #1183 of Wichita, KS as a charter member in 1949. She remained active in ESA for more than 50 years, holding all of the offices locally and in the District. She served as International Council Convention Co-Chair in 1954-55 when the convention was held in Wichita, Kansas; and State Corresponding Secretary in 1955-1956.
Lucille also served as the IC Chaplain in 1961-62, and attended every IC Convention from Evansville, Indiana in 1950 until Phoenix AZ in 1993. Lucille worked for many years as a secretary/bookkeeper for Harry Gore Independent Oil Company. She served as President of the Oil Secretaries Association in 1950-1951. Lucille was a great believer in education, and urged Joe Lee Jr. to attend college. Joe Lee attended Wichita State University for a couple of years, but moved into the business world working in the oil fields. Lucille and Jack (Arlia B. Crossno) were married in 1972. They owned and operated Wichita Marine, a boat company on South Broadway; during this time Lucille continued to work for the Gore Independent Oil Company. She remained there until her retirement and subsequent move to Stockton, Missouri. Coming from a large family in a farming community, Lucille never had the opportunity to attend college, but encouraged her children and grandchildren to do so. Of her five grandchildren, only one graduated from College. Virginia Charisse Hill Roesch graduated from Friends University in Wichita, Kansas in 1977 with a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in business. Lucille passed away February 18, 2002, and is greatly missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her son and daughter, seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Jack & Lucille Crossno Memorial Endowment
Jack & Lucille Crossno Memorial Endowment
The Epsilon Eta/Linda Cronin Memorial Scholarship was established by Epsilon Eta Chapter #2001 of ESA International in Topeka, Kansas on March 24, 1992 in honor of their sister, Linda Cronin, who died of ovarian cancer. The scholarship is designated for an Atchison, Brown, Coffey, Doniphan, Douglas, Franklin, Jefferson, Johnson, Leavenworth, Miami, Osage, Shawnee or Wyandotte County resident in Kansas attending any university or college in Kansas with any major. The first scholarship was awarded was in 1993.
Judging Criteria A: This scholarship is weighted evenly to Financial Need and Scholastic Ability: Scoring 100 points, the distribution is 10 points for Character, 20 points for Leadership, 10 points for Service, 30 points for Financial Need and 30 points for Scholastic Ability.
Epsilon Eta was chartered on May 24, 1953 in Topeka, Kansas. Its members have been active at all levels of ESA International. Philanthropic projects supported by this chapter include: St Jude Children’s Research Hospital; Heartspring; Easter Seal; Topeka Association for Retarded Children; Topeka State Hospital; County Home; Stormont-Vail Hospital; St Francis Hospital; Head Start; KNI; KTWU public television; Families Together; March of Dimes; Rescue Mission; Lung Association; Heart Association; Leukemia Society; Christmas Bureau; Let’s Help; Salvation Army; and the Disabled American Veterans. Support is provided in the form of fund raising, giftsin-kind, and volunteer hours.
In 1992 the Epsilon Eta/Linda Cronin Memorial Scholarship was established in honor of their sister Linda Cronin who died of cancer. Linda Cronin was the wife of Joseph and mother of James and David. Linda worked for the State Department of Transportation before having her family. At the onset of her illness, she was secretary for her church, Christ, the King. Linda was a very giving person, open to change and always willing to serve. She was very active in Epsilon Sigma Alpha International on both the state and local level. However, her course was shortened. She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and died within ninety days.
When the Expo Center opened in the Topeka area, the Epsilon Eta Chapter worked in food services for numerous years. Over the course of accumulation of these monies, and through interest in the ESA Foundation, Linda’s dream was to create a scholarship.
Linda had set the wheels in motion; the Chapter got information about the ESA Foundation Endowment Fund and through love and determination to their deceased sister, funds were accrued for the $500 scholarship to be given in her name each year. Her Epsilon Eta sisters kept this funded until recent years, when District A. Council of ESA in Kansas took up the responsibility for keeping the endowment funded.
During Linda’s sorority years, she worked the Marian Clinic, ERC (Every Woman’s Research Center), Sheltered Living, Families Together, TARC (Topeka Assn. of Retarded Children), Goodwill Industries, and Let’s Help.
Judging Criteria A: This scholarship is weighted evenly to Financial Need and Scholastic Ability: Scoring 100 points, the distribution is 10 points for Character, 20 points for Leadership, 10 points for Service, 30 points for Financial Need and 30 points for Scholastic Ability.
Epsilon Eta was chartered on May 24, 1953 in Topeka, Kansas. Its members have been active at all levels of ESA International. Philanthropic projects supported by this chapter include: St Jude Children’s Research Hospital; Heartspring; Easter Seal; Topeka Association for Retarded Children; Topeka State Hospital; County Home; Stormont-Vail Hospital; St Francis Hospital; Head Start; KNI; KTWU public television; Families Together; March of Dimes; Rescue Mission; Lung Association; Heart Association; Leukemia Society; Christmas Bureau; Let’s Help; Salvation Army; and the Disabled American Veterans. Support is provided in the form of fund raising, giftsin-kind, and volunteer hours.
In 1992 the Epsilon Eta/Linda Cronin Memorial Scholarship was established in honor of their sister Linda Cronin who died of cancer. Linda Cronin was the wife of Joseph and mother of James and David. Linda worked for the State Department of Transportation before having her family. At the onset of her illness, she was secretary for her church, Christ, the King. Linda was a very giving person, open to change and always willing to serve. She was very active in Epsilon Sigma Alpha International on both the state and local level. However, her course was shortened. She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and died within ninety days.
When the Expo Center opened in the Topeka area, the Epsilon Eta Chapter worked in food services for numerous years. Over the course of accumulation of these monies, and through interest in the ESA Foundation, Linda’s dream was to create a scholarship.
Linda had set the wheels in motion; the Chapter got information about the ESA Foundation Endowment Fund and through love and determination to their deceased sister, funds were accrued for the $500 scholarship to be given in her name each year. Her Epsilon Eta sisters kept this funded until recent years, when District A. Council of ESA in Kansas took up the responsibility for keeping the endowment funded.
During Linda’s sorority years, she worked the Marian Clinic, ERC (Every Woman’s Research Center), Sheltered Living, Families Together, TARC (Topeka Assn. of Retarded Children), Goodwill Industries, and Let’s Help.
Epsilon Eta/Linda Cronin Memorial Scholarship
Epsilon Eta/Linda Cronin Memorial Scholarship
This Endowment was established May 28, 2003 by the Kansas State Council as an honorarium for Coleen Cape as IC President. In 2004 Coleen renamed the endowment to the Gordon & Betty Cape Continuing Education Endowment in honor of her husband’s parents. The first scholarship was given in 2005.
Neither Betty nor Gordon received a college education, but they believed strongly in the need for everyone to have the opportunity to go as far in their education as possible. Their son Ira was the first member of the family to receive a college degree, and they were so very proud of his accomplishment.
Coleen Cape works in the Foundation Office at Barton Community College and over the years has seen first-hand the need for scholarship opportunities for non-traditional students. Very often the funds for non-traditional or part – time students simply are not available, and by their very nature they often have a greater need than the traditional student because in most instances they are holding down full time jobs or raising a family.
This endowment was established to help women who wish to improve their station in life, receive additional training for the workforce, or earn a better living to provide better opportunities for themselves and their children.
The specific criterion is for a Non-traditional Kansas student returning to school for a degree or career enhancement full or part time / not less than 6 hours - Any Major / Any School.
Judging Criteria E: This scholarship is weighted evenly in all categories: Scoring 100 points, the distribution is 20 points for Character, 20 points for Leadership, 20 points for Service, 20 points for Financial Need, and 20 points for Scholastic Ability.
Neither Betty nor Gordon received a college education, but they believed strongly in the need for everyone to have the opportunity to go as far in their education as possible. Their son Ira was the first member of the family to receive a college degree, and they were so very proud of his accomplishment.
Coleen Cape works in the Foundation Office at Barton Community College and over the years has seen first-hand the need for scholarship opportunities for non-traditional students. Very often the funds for non-traditional or part – time students simply are not available, and by their very nature they often have a greater need than the traditional student because in most instances they are holding down full time jobs or raising a family.
This endowment was established to help women who wish to improve their station in life, receive additional training for the workforce, or earn a better living to provide better opportunities for themselves and their children.
The specific criterion is for a Non-traditional Kansas student returning to school for a degree or career enhancement full or part time / not less than 6 hours - Any Major / Any School.
Judging Criteria E: This scholarship is weighted evenly in all categories: Scoring 100 points, the distribution is 20 points for Character, 20 points for Leadership, 20 points for Service, 20 points for Financial Need, and 20 points for Scholastic Ability.
Gordon & Betty Cape Endowment for Continuing Education
Gordon & Betty Cape Endowment for Continuing Education
The Kansas State Presidents’ lamplighter Endowment was established by the Kansas Lamplighters May 16, 2011. January 7, 2012 the endowment’s name was designated as the Hope for Kansas Heroes and its criteria was established to support military service men and women and their families in Kansas to further their education. The first endowment was awarded in 2014.
The Kansas Lamplighters are the Past Presidents of the Kansas State Council and are life members of the ESA Foundation. They have supported and established many Kansas scholarships throughout the years since the scholarship program was established by the ESA Foundation.
There is very strong support for the Hope for Heroes program in Kansas. This scholarship was established in further support of that program. We know there are many of our military that come home from service and need additional training to re-enter the work force. As well, the family of our military service men and women need to be supported so the scholarship support is extended to them as well.
The Kansas Lamplighters are the Past Presidents of the Kansas State Council and are life members of the ESA Foundation. They have supported and established many Kansas scholarships throughout the years since the scholarship program was established by the ESA Foundation.
There is very strong support for the Hope for Heroes program in Kansas. This scholarship was established in further support of that program. We know there are many of our military that come home from service and need additional training to re-enter the work force. As well, the family of our military service men and women need to be supported so the scholarship support is extended to them as well.
Hope for Heroes Endowment
Hope for Heroes Endowment
The Jay Peckham Pharmacy Endowment was established by Sue Peckham August 29, 2009.
Jay was always a big supporter of the ESA Foundation. In 1989 he received one of the first Stewardship awards and made sure that his wife, Sue received a Dixie Palmer Lady award.
Jay died in June, 2009 when they were in Reno, Nevada. What better way to celebrate him than by starting a scholarship in Pharmacy, his profession. He was a registered pharmacist in Missouri for 50 years and in Kansas almost as long. His wife, Sue could think of no other honor that would mean as much for Jay.
Jay was always a big supporter of the ESA Foundation. In 1989 he received one of the first Stewardship awards and made sure that his wife, Sue received a Dixie Palmer Lady award.
Jay died in June, 2009 when they were in Reno, Nevada. What better way to celebrate him than by starting a scholarship in Pharmacy, his profession. He was a registered pharmacist in Missouri for 50 years and in Kansas almost as long. His wife, Sue could think of no other honor that would mean as much for Jay.
Jay Peckham Pharmacy Endowment
Jay Peckham Pharmacy Endowment
The George W. Hill Memorial Endowment was established by his widow, Mary Hill, September 12, 2010. The first scholarship was awarded in 2014.
Mary is a 60 year member of ESA International and her daughter Virginia Rosesch is a 17 year member. The family felt this was an appropriate way to recognize “Doug” as we knew him, and his love for law and order.
George W. Hill [Doug] was born July 19, 1927 to John and Mary Alice Smith. His mother died when he was 6 years old, and his stepfather put him up for adoption. He was adopted by his maternal grandparents, C.E. and Laura B. Hill. He was born and raised, living his entire life [74 years] in Wichita, Kansas.
Doug served as a Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Deputy in the late 40’s following his return from World War II. [His first job was at The Coleman Company.] While serving as a Sheriff’s Deputy he worked as a Patrolman and as a Dispatcher. One day, while on his way to work as a Dispatcher, he stopped to fill his motorcycle with gasoline, and recognized the service station attendant as a wanted escapee [whose picture was posted in the Sheriff’s Office]. He proceeded to work where he reported the information to the Sheriff and was dispatched with another officer to apprehend the escapee. The escapee was apprehended without incident. The escapee was so surprised; it was almost funny [according to Doug].
He was involved with many interesting cases while employed as a Sheriff’s Deputy. He left the Sheriff’s office and returned to the Coleman Company in the mid 50’s, where he met his future wife. Several years later he wished to return to the Sheriff’s Office, but was unable to pass the physical. So, instead he spent his remaining years employed by The Boeing Company, until he retired in 1991. From 1970 to 1979 he owned and operated The Scene Seventy’s, a private club located in Wichita.
He was an honorable man who loved his family, and it is our hope that whoever is the recipient of this endowment will continue to honor him by accepting this gift from his family, and striving to fill a place in society in the field of Criminal Justice / Political Science, as an officer of the law or an attorney. Perhaps you might progress to become a judge. It’s all up to you.
Mary is a 60 year member of ESA International and her daughter Virginia Rosesch is a 17 year member. The family felt this was an appropriate way to recognize “Doug” as we knew him, and his love for law and order.
George W. Hill [Doug] was born July 19, 1927 to John and Mary Alice Smith. His mother died when he was 6 years old, and his stepfather put him up for adoption. He was adopted by his maternal grandparents, C.E. and Laura B. Hill. He was born and raised, living his entire life [74 years] in Wichita, Kansas.
Doug served as a Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Deputy in the late 40’s following his return from World War II. [His first job was at The Coleman Company.] While serving as a Sheriff’s Deputy he worked as a Patrolman and as a Dispatcher. One day, while on his way to work as a Dispatcher, he stopped to fill his motorcycle with gasoline, and recognized the service station attendant as a wanted escapee [whose picture was posted in the Sheriff’s Office]. He proceeded to work where he reported the information to the Sheriff and was dispatched with another officer to apprehend the escapee. The escapee was apprehended without incident. The escapee was so surprised; it was almost funny [according to Doug].
He was involved with many interesting cases while employed as a Sheriff’s Deputy. He left the Sheriff’s office and returned to the Coleman Company in the mid 50’s, where he met his future wife. Several years later he wished to return to the Sheriff’s Office, but was unable to pass the physical. So, instead he spent his remaining years employed by The Boeing Company, until he retired in 1991. From 1970 to 1979 he owned and operated The Scene Seventy’s, a private club located in Wichita.
He was an honorable man who loved his family, and it is our hope that whoever is the recipient of this endowment will continue to honor him by accepting this gift from his family, and striving to fill a place in society in the field of Criminal Justice / Political Science, as an officer of the law or an attorney. Perhaps you might progress to become a judge. It’s all up to you.
George W. Hill Memorial Endowment
George W. Hill Memorial Endowment
The James and Betty Hartung Memorial Endowment was established by Sandra Westbrooke May 12, 2008. The first scholarship was awarded in 2011.
James and Betty Hartung Memorial Endowment
James and Betty Hartung Memorial Endowment
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The Nancy Jo Fox Memorial Endowment was established by Larry and Glenda Peterson as a Memorial for their friend and her family February 16, 2007. Nancy Jo Fox was born January 18, 1952, in Wichita, Kansas. She attended Kelly Elementary, Truesdell Middle School, and South High School in Wichita. Nancy’s life was taken away on December 9, 1977, in a brutal death. This scholarship is to be given each year so her “life” will never be forgotten.
Nancy was a beautiful young woman and most certainly one of a kind. She brought many hours of laughter and love to her friends and family. She was a friend who was always there for you. For Nancy, it was all about her friends and family. Nancy was like most 25-year olds; she was trying to figure out her place in life. She didn’t have dreams of saving the world; she dreamed of finding that “special man” in her dreams and starting a family together. She loved children and she would have been a wonderful mother. Nancy would have been a great ESA member because of the love and desire she had to help people. She would have been a great asset to ESA. Nancy is survived by her Mother, Father, sister, and three brothers; she is greatly missed by her family and friends.
This scholarship will help achieve some of Nancy’s dreams – helping many young people be able to work towards their dream of teaching.
Nancy was a beautiful young woman and most certainly one of a kind. She brought many hours of laughter and love to her friends and family. She was a friend who was always there for you. For Nancy, it was all about her friends and family. Nancy was like most 25-year olds; she was trying to figure out her place in life. She didn’t have dreams of saving the world; she dreamed of finding that “special man” in her dreams and starting a family together. She loved children and she would have been a wonderful mother. Nancy would have been a great ESA member because of the love and desire she had to help people. She would have been a great asset to ESA. Nancy is survived by her Mother, Father, sister, and three brothers; she is greatly missed by her family and friends.
This scholarship will help achieve some of Nancy’s dreams – helping many young people be able to work towards their dream of teaching.
Nancy Jo Fox Memorial Endowment
Nancy Jo Fox Memorial Endowment