River Hills Lions Club

Honoring Those Who Serve February 6, 2007
The River Hills Lions Club has always represented the best in community service. The club works hard together to raise dollars for local and state organizations in need. In the process the club never forgets the people who make the organization the success that it is. On February 6th the River Hills Lions Club recognized three individuals for their unique contributions to the Lions Club and the Community.
The first Appreciation Award went to Dr Benjamin C. Poole, Optometrist from Clover, SC. Dr Poole, though not a lion himself, has dedicated many years of service to the River Hills Lions Vision Program. This program provides eye examination and eye glasses to area residents, including students in the Cover school district, who are financially unable to afford eye care. Dr. Poole generously provides eye care under this program on a cost-only basis to the Lions Club and the River Hills Lions Club Vision Program then picks up the costs of this service as part of their community programs.

The second Appreciation Award went to Mark P. Vitner, Vice President and Senior Economist for Wachovia Corporation, for his friendship with and support of the River Hills Lions Club. Mr. Vitner is recognized in his field as an expert economist. He has a demanding schedule both with his duties at the bank and his many prestigious associations. Yet, every February for the last six years, Mr. Vitner attends the River Hills Lions Club dinner meeting and shares his insight into the national economic health. The members look forward to these meetings.

Finally the River Hills Lions Club recognized one of its own for quiet dedicated service, Lion Richard Postweiller “Posty”. Posty joined the club in August of 1998 and has been active in various committees and fund raisers ever since. He has been treasurer of the River Hills Lions Club for eight years and he supported earlier treasures with the club tax preparation. His service did not stop there, Posty was the treasure on the newly formed endowment program and he was chairman of the 55 Alive program for two years. As in many organization the treasurer is a hidden position that requires a lot of work and dedication. After eight years, Posty has resigned the position of Treasurer and will be succeeded by Tommy Haughton.

The River Hills Lions Club would like to publicly thank these individuals for their contribution to the Club and the Community.