Membership Corner

Written By Harry Taylor

Hello WRYC Members!

It’s hard to believe that Summer is in full swing, and that we are more than halfway through the year! That means the Club’s signature event, the Virginia Governor’s Cup Regetta is coming up soon. And, as we do each year, we need volunteers to help to provide breakfast and lunch for the participants. Last year we fielded a great team to support the event. I’m hoping we can count on our members to step up again this year.

Helping with the Governor’s Cup is a great way for members - especially new members to experience what the Club is all about. If you would like to help, please contact me at membership@wryc.org or 312-543-8220. The schedule is as follows:

Friday afternoon, 8/1

  • Assemble sandwiches from cold cuts provided by Nuttalls

  • Pre-cook bacon and breakfast sausages

  • Set up tables and warming trays for breakfast

Saturday and Sunday morning, 8/2, 8/3

  • Set up coffee, cereal, fruit, utensils, etc.

  • Put out sandwiches, condiments, chips, etc. for lunch

  • Cook scrambled eggs, home fries, biscuits

  • Warm up bacon and sausage

  • Deliver food to serving line

  • Serve breakfast to sailors and race officials

  • Clean up

Speaking of new members, please join me in welcoming the following families to WRYC!

  • Dan and Jennifer Smullen, and daughters, Madelyne and Daphne

  • Hannah and John Pearson, and children, Emma and Matthew

  • Shannah Kendall, Adam Bair, and sons, Peter and Fred

  • Cheston and Cameron Harris, and children Bennett and Jane

  • Paul and Thelma Hellebrandt, and granddaughter, Emma Lynch

Finally, and very sadly, we have just learned of long-time member Tish Grant’s passing. Will and Tish Grant have been very active and supportive members of WRYC for many years, known for their sponsorship of the fall Oyster Roast, one of the club’s most popular events.

From Becky Meeker via email:

Letitia Montague Grant, a long-time member of the Club, died last night surrounded by family at her beloved home, Cottage Point.  A Remembrance of Life will be held at a future date. Andrews Funeral Home is handling details. Will Grant’s address is PO Box 36, Ware Neck VA 23178.  The family appreciates the many cards and messages she and they have received during her illness.

Ray Mazzocco

Membership Chair

Harry Taylor
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