 Tom Gainer (R) receiving plaque from past
president Jim McCormick (L)
Russett resident Willis "Tom" Gainer has been presented with a lifetime membership
in Lions Clubs International. The lifetime achievement award is in recognition of his
service to Lionism and the Calhoun Community.
Gainer joined Grantsville Lions in 1965 and has held many offices in the
organization. He was the Sight Chairman for over twenty years, in addition to being
the president and serving on the board.
In 1989 he was named "Lion of the Year," but his fellow members say he was a
"doer" and a person who showed up to help the community, including his longtime
association with the Calhoun County Library. The Library recently acknowledged his
support and work.
The Calhoun Commission also presented Gainer with a plaque recognizing his public
service to the county.
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