2010 GEORGETOWN FAIR DEDICATION

    D.L. VanBuskirk
"Bussy"

“A man’s wealth cannot be measured in terms of things he accumulates as he lives his life, but rather in the memories and experiences he leaves as his legacy and in the bounty of family and friends who celebrate his life and mourn his passing.”  Anonymous

Such a man was Bus.  To paraphrase Will Rogers “Bus never met a person he didn’t like.”  He truly was our fair’s unofficial at large ambassador of goodwill and he promoted the Georgetown Fair in countless ways everywhere he went.

Bus was a champion of youth and agriculture.  The two are natural components of the Georgetown Fair’s Agenda and Bus was always vigilant that our fair’s programs reflected participation by young people.

Bus was the dairy cattle superintendent for forty years at the Georgetown Fair.  His shows always featured state fair caliber animals due to his association with dairy cattle breeders in the heartland.  Bus was honored by the Georgetown Fair in 1990 with the dedication of the cattle show arena named in his honor.  The “D.L. VanBuskirk” Arena is referred to by fair patrons as “the Bussy Building.”

Bus’s spirit will continue to live at our fair.  His personal version of the English language will be nurtured and propagated by his friends who remain behind.  His memory will be a part of each of our thinking as we strive to produce a better fair every year.  His presence endures.

We of the Georgetown Fair mourn the passing of D.L Van Buskirk.  He was a good man and a true friend.  Thanks Bus, for all your contributions to the Georgetown Fair!

 2010 PREMIUM BOOK DEDICATION


    D.L. and Iris VanBuskirk Family

The Georgetown Fair Family takes pride in dedicating our 2010 Georgetown Fair Premium Book to the family of D.L. and Iris VanBuskirk.  Bus celebrated his 50th year as a Director of our fair in 2009.  He was extremely proud of this accomplishment, as well he should have been.  Throughout his life with Iris and their children, the fair was one of the central themes of their summer plans.  Bus and Iris and their family certainly exemplified what the term “the Georgetown Fair Family” means to its members.
 
Fair week was special for Bus and Iris’ grandchildren and their parents.  The grandchildren spent fair week with Grandma and Grandpa Bussy from their preschool days through high school and now college.

Bus and Iris are gone from our midst now but their memory fills the thoughts of each of us as we prepare to produce another fair.  We know they applaud our efforts.  Their spirit will prevail and be a comfort to each of us in the Fair Family.  

We thank Bus and Iris’ children and grandchildren for sharing them with the many patrons of the fair. Growing up can be hard in a fair family, sharing your parents with all the youth in the area.  We appreciate the opportunity of sharing the summers with the VanBuskirk family.  We are proud to dedicate the 2010 Georgetown Fair Premium Book to the entire VanBuskirk family. 

    PHIL HUMMEL MEMORIAL AWARD
    2010 Recipients
     Paula Berlin
   
Phil Hummel was a remarkable man who brought a professional expertise to whatever task he was doing.  His abilities, leadership, and drive to accomplish goals endeared Phil to all who knew him.  His spirit endures in the hearts of Georgetown Fair supporters and his memory is invoked each year when a new volunteer is honored with the Phil Hummel Memorial Award.

The 2010 Phil Hummel Memorial Award recipient is Paula Berlin.  Paula serves our fair as secretary.  She is a constant worker for the fair and an integral and positive force in our fair’s leadership.  

Paula has worn many hats as a fair director.  She has chaired and served on numerous committees.  She plays a major role in the fair’s Home Economics Dept.  As secretary, she handles the correspondence for the fair and fields untold requests for information.  A key role for Paula is in taking care of memorials and remembrances as recommended by the board.  

Paula and her husband John are fair enthusiasts.  Both are very involved in the quest each year to produce a super fair. They are very generous in their support of fair activities both physically and financially and it is much appreciated.  

Paula promotes the fair in her role in the local schools. This positive image is important to our youth.

Paula is an innovator and follows through on activities the fair promotes.  She is a highly valued friend and fellow board member.  

It is with pleasure and pride that the Georgetown Fair names Paula Berlin as the 2010 Phil Hummel Memorial Award recipient.