The DeKalb County Tribute to Heroes fundraising event for the Boy Scouts of DeKalb County takes the time every year to single out some absolutely outstanding members of our County and recognize them for such a wonderful contribution they have made to the citizens of DeKalb County.
The evening starts off with being greeted by around 20 Boy Scouts as guests enter a room beautifully catered with tables full of appetizers by Sunflower Gourmet. The event itself begins with an opening ceremony by the DeKalb County Marine Detachment and a solo rendition of the Star Spangled Banner by State Senator Brad Burzynski. The President of the Three Fires Council always takes the time to say a few words and asks all the past Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts who are in attendance to stand up to be recognized.
Each Honoree will have a chance to talk about their experiences and then they will each in turn be presented with a US Flag that has touched all four corners of our County and that has even been flown at the DeKalb County Courthouse. They will also be presented with a plaque commemorating the event. Each of these presentations will be given by our local Marine Detachment and a Boy Scout. Before the closing ceremony, a presentation is shown in honor of our local active duty soldiers and veterans. Lastly, there is a closing ceremony as the colors are retired and a final solo of God Bless America, and everyone in attendance will receive a nice memento of a Boy Scout coin as a thank you for coming out.
2010 HONOREES
This year’s honorees are …
 Robert and Doris Boey |  Gordon and Betty Koehling |
 Mike Larson |  Tom Thomas |
Robert and Doris Boey – Bob is a local businessman who has served as Chairman of the Board for both Kishwaukee Community College and Northern Illinois University and had key roles with Kishwaukee Community Hospital, DeKalb County Economic Development Corporation, Castle BancGroup, and the City of DeKalb. Doris has utilized her talents in a host of volunteer activities, including Board service with 4-C and Oak Crest, community relations for Kishwaukee Health Foundation, and fundraising involvement with the United Way and Kishwaukee College Foundation.
Gordon and Betty Koehling – Together, they have devoted 85 years of service as Scouting volunteers establishing new Cub Scout Packs, working as commissioners for Cub Packs and Boy Scout Troops, developed and led new district events and council level programs, visited the Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico, and coordinating the Scouting for Food since its inception 23 years ago!!!
Mike Larson – Volunteer service has been important to Mike during his career, and his list of community activities is lengthy. Board service has included the Kishwaukee YMCA, DeKalb & Sycamore Chambers of Commerce, KishHealth System, and Castle Bank. Mike has also served on the board of the DeKalb County Community Foundation, the DeKalb Finance Advisory Committee, and various national professional sand and gravel national associations. A leading proponent of ReNew DeKalb, Mike was also very engaged with Former Speaker Dennis Hastert, serving on the congressman’s Finance Committee.
Tom Thomas – Tom Thomas has been an active community volunteer in DeKalb County and Mayor of the City of Sandwich for a significant part of his life. He has served as Mayor for over 20 years and as a Sandwich Alderman for 8 years prior. In 1989, Tom ran for Mayor as a write-in candidate and has remained Mayor ever since. Also, he has served as Park District Commissioner, a paramedic, and a volunteer fireman.
The event is $50 per person and all proceeds go to the Boy Scouts of America.
Location:
Kishwaukee College
Conference Center (Can’t miss it)
21193 Malta Road · Malta, Illinois 60150
Thursday October 7th
5:30PM
Registration of $50 can be paid at the door the night of the event, but you can also purchase tickets from The Daily Chronicle, DeKalb and the main branches of Castle Bank, DeKalb, and National Bank and Trust, Sycamore.
Please Make Checks
payable to:
Three Fires Council,
Boy Scouts of America
Tribute to Heroes Event
415 North Second Street
St. Charles, IL 60174
Phone: 630-584-9250
Fax: 630-797-4622
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