2002 Hall of Fame Inductees |
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Induction of the 2002 members took place during the State 4-H Forum in Wenatchee on October 19, 2002. On the following pages you will find a short biography of each inductee, listed alphabetically by county.
Chelan | Columbia | Grant | King | Kittitas
Okanogan | Snohomish | Stevens | Walla Walla | Yakima
Chelan County
Melba Schumacher has served 4-H for nearly 30 years, and has supported 4-H for many more years. She began her 4-H career as a Club Leader when her children were 4-H age, and she stayed to see two of her grandchildren through 4-H.
In addition to her club leadership role, Melba served in several Chelan County Leaders’ Council offices, and was President of the Council multiple times. She chaired each of the Council’s committees at one time or another, but her special interest was in demonstrations and record books. She also served multiple terms on the State Leaders’ Board. Melba organized and conducted the Chelan-Douglas Horse Camp for many years. She still judges demonstrations, record books, and fair exhibits.
Melba took time to work with and explain concepts to her members and helped them develop the life skills that we value so much in 4-H. She chaperoned kids to State Conference long after her own children were past the age to attend.
It was Melba who first presented the concept of a horseback riding program for disabled children in Chelan County. The Spurs and Spokes 4-H Program is the result of her inspiration.
Melba and her husband raised three children and have numerous grandchildren. Melba is a surrogate grandmother to many other youth and young adults. She is a living example of what 4-H stands for—a sensible head, a loving heart, willing hands, and a healthy lifestyle.
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