THIRTY-FIVE current and former local residents gathered at the refurbished Waukivory Hall on Saturday 18 October to farewell community stalwarts Urs and Kathy Leimgruber after 32 years.
Kathy and Urs are relocating to Mildura to be closer to family.
Guest speaker John Clarke related his association with the couple in an emotional speech, highlighting their giving nature.
“It was very special for John to remember the time Urs bought him a timber mill, which John still uses today,” said Kathy, a former president of the Waukivory Hall Committee.
“John was able to pay it off as he milled timber.”
Kathy also expressed pride in being part of “keeping the Waukivory Hall in the hands of the community” over the years.
New Committee President Deb Richardson later addressed the gathering after guests enjoyed a luncheon provided by residents.
She presented Kathy and Urs with a painting of trees at Waukivory by local artist John Andrews.
Kathy’s concluding remarks indicated the couple’s joy working to benefit the Waukivory Hall in many projects throughout their long residency, and she thanked everyone for making the day so special.
In other local news, a Trivia/Bingo Night will be held at the Waukivory Hall this coming Saturday 25 October at 6.30pm.
By Anne ANDREWS
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