Our Wonderful Buddy

Buddy was the sweetest! I was fortunate to get to know him well, and I cherish our time together. He took his volunteer work for the Center very seriously. When he and Betty moved to Cedarfield, I told him he was now the TSCOR ambassador there. If anyone is wondering how the bus from Cedarfield started bringing residents to the OU, it was all Buddy’s doing! A couple of years ago, I found out that he and Betty grew up with my cousins in Charlottesville, which made them feel even more like family to me. His smile, his friendly greetings, his insightful views on life, will all be missed, but they are seared in the memories of those who knew and loved him. Thank you, Buddy, for all you did.

Julie Adams-Buchanan (TSCOR Executive Director)

The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond

Fall 2016 GRAY MATTERS

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Savvy Financial Adviser

It really was Buddy who got me involved in the Shepherd’s Center - first in driving, then in the Open U, and eventually to the Board, when Bill Blake was president. Our friendship goes back to the early 50’s when I was a part of his coming to State-Planters Bank where he spent his entire banking career (with its successor banks to

SunTrust today). We used to tease when I said I hired Buddy, and he said that made me lots older than he!

For many years, Buddy carried the major financial knowledge and investment responsibilities for TSCOR. He and his wife Betty were stalwarts in TSCOR and were towers of strength in every phase of its activities.

Buddy’s cheery smile and welcoming manner made Open University’s Thursdays at First Presbyterian very special! In every arena in which he moved, Buddy was a calming, welcoming, knowledgeable, and delightful friend whose memory will continue to inspire us for a long while.

We are fortunate to have shared our lives with him.

Betty Ann Dillon (VP, board member, past president, driver, and member of many committees)

Remembering James Clarke “Buddy” Harlan (1928-2016)

Strong Leader

Buddy made major contributions to The Shepherd's Center in many ways: as a board member, then vice president (1997-1999) and later, the Center’s only 2-time president (1999-2001 & 2005-2006). He volunteered every Thursday at the Open University until his death and was a noon time speaker on his major interest in U.S. Presidents. In 1998, when then board president, John Leard, had a major health issue, Buddy assumed leadership until John's return and then provided essential support to him.

Buddy's reliability, willingness to help and kindness were remarkable gifts to the Center and to me.

We also owe a debt of gratitude to his wife, Betty, who encouraged and supported him in the many hours he devoted to the Center's work each week.

Janyce Olson (TSCOR Executive Director, 1993-2004, and volunteer driver)

Dedicated Volunteer

Buddy Harlan was a man of many accomplishments: well-respected banker; active and dedicated church member; enthusiastic participant in various volunteer organizations, e.g.,

TSCOR, Lions Club; a piano player; a loyal UVA fan; and, above all, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend.

My Thursdays at the Open University were always a little brighter when he arrived to help me at the table to greet and assist TSCOR members at First Presbyterian Church. And when things slowed down a bit at the table, we "solved" many world problems, and, fortunately for me, we agreed on everything! Buddy's dedication to TSCOR was exemplified by his numerous years serving on the Board, twice as president, and later his dependable assistance at the OU.

He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. We need more Buddy Harlans in this world!

Mert Fowlkes (former board member, PR Committee member, and OU West End volunteer)

Message from the Executive Director

When I think of my position here at TSCOR, I find myself feeling mighty blessed to be surrounded by such wisdom, experience, energy and support. I am constantly telling everyone how astounded I am by our members and volunteers. You all have really redefined what it is to grow older. Everyone really does need to know about TSCOR – a whole bunch of folks who are young at heart and have a lot of fun learning and being gracious to those around them.

I count on all of you for your ideas and efforts to keep this organization strong and vital in our community. We are a volunteer-operated nonprofit – I’m just here to direct. That being said, take a good look at our wish list and think of ways that you can contribute. What would you really like to do? Let’s talk. We can make a place for you!

- Julie

TSCOR WISH LIST Below is our wish list for volunteer assistance and

items to help with the continuation of our successful programs. Please contact the office directly (355-7282).

• DRIVERS! DRIVERS! DRIVERS!

• Volunteers to help produce Gray Matters - this very newsletter - published three times a year

• Volunteer with Access programming experience to assist with database upgrade

• Volunteers for our speakers bureau (SHEPS) to help spread the word about TSCOR

• Volunteers in the office to assist with our transportation program and other duties, as needed

• Volunteer to help at the OU desk on Mondays at St. Luke Lutheran

• Copier paper

• Forever postage stamps

• Birthday, get well, thank you, and blank greeting cards (no Christmas, please)

Welcome, new Board members! We are grateful for your service.

Tag Line Update

The number of suggestions for a tag line was not what we had hoped. While all that we received were creative and thoughtful, we have to report that none stood out as THE tagline for the Center. We appreciate those of you who took a stab at it. Here are a few that we felt deserved honorable mention:

Improving with Age

Volunteer To Be Young

Where you will always be herd

Strive to Learn-Drive to Help Others

And a play on the Star Trek motto,

Give, Learn and Prosper!

A thank you to everyone who submitted tag line suggestions. Your input means so much.

New board members Peter Goodman, John C. Clark III, William Slaughter, Mary Maiden and, returning for a second term, Hal Costley.

VOLUNTEER NOD

A special thanks to Millie De Les Dernier for the many years of volunteer service working the desk at the OU on Mondays at St. Luke Lutheran. Whether greeting students, taking in tuition, or just keeping me straight, Millie always accomplished the job with kindness and grace. We’ll still see her at classes, but you will be greatly missed at the desk, Millie!

Carol Harris, OU Coordinator

A Challenge to Members

I have been a member of TSCOR for a long time. A friend dragged me to hear a lunchtime speaker one day. I found this outing quite enjoyable. And informative. Years later when I retired, I remembered the experience and started attending the OU regularly. It wasn't until the last several years, however, when I found myself involved with

the operations of the Center (with Board and committee work) that I realized how precarious is our financial situation. At stake, truly, is our very existence. BUT . . . there are things we all can do. I CHALLENGE YOU to (1) fix a sandwich for a friend and bring him/her to the OU to hear the lunchtime speaker; (2) tell someone about TSCOR volunteer opportunities (or volunteer to get involved yourself!); (3) give a thoughtful financial gift. ALL of us ARE The Shepherd's Center. I thank you in advance. - Jack Welsh, Board

When you consider The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond in your estate planning, your gift will make a lasting impact on the

growing number of older people in Richmond. From the Open University to services provided by volunteers, your support enables TSCOR to continue to

fulfill its mission.

The Shepherd’s Center is

grateful to Lakewood for its

sponsorship of this edition of

the newsletter.

Travel with TSCOR!

In Memoriam

David Elbourn

Buddy Harlan

Erika Patler

Jane Pope

Martin Ryle

Virginia Welch

Tuition Deal

You can save on tuition and pay only once when you enroll for the entire year. Once you pay your $25

annual membership fee, you can register for all three sessions for

only $110. It’s the best lifelong learning deal in Richmond. Tell your friends &

bring them to the OU!

If you, or someone you know, would like to

attend the OU, but are unable to afford

tuition, please call the office to inquire about

scholarships.

Flu ShotsFlu ShotsFlu ShotsFlu Shots

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West End OU Location West End OU Location West End OU Location West End OU Location

Thursday, October 13Thursday, October 13Thursday, October 13Thursday, October 13

9:30 9:30 9:30 9:30 ---- 11:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.

In the LibraryIn the LibraryIn the LibraryIn the Library

No Appointment Needed

Bring your Medicare card to get your flu

shot for the year at no cost!

Flu shots will be offered this fall at the Open

University, courtesy of TSCOR and IVNA

New York, New York!

NEW YORK CITY THEATRE EXCURSION 2017

May 2-May 5, 2017

Registration will begin at 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 4th, at the TSCOR office (3111 Northside Ave., Suite 400, Richmond, 23228) and not a moment sooner. Please do not contact us to make a reservation earlier. Thank you.

This trip is popular and can fill up within hours. If you want to reserve a space, please provide the office with a $400 per person deposit and a completed registration slip (Note: $100 of the deposit is not refundable under any circumstances). To guarantee reservations, come to the office in person at 9:00 a.m., October 4th.

Trip flyers for the above are available at www.TSCOR.org, at Open University sites, or by calling the office at 355-7282.

The Shepherd’s Center of Richmond Staff

Julie Adams-Buchanan, Executive Director, jadams@TSCOR.org

Paula Grimes, Office Manager, pgrimes@TSCOR.org

Carol Harris, OU Coordinator, charris10285@comcast.net

Brenna Dennis, Administrative Assistant, bdennis@TSCOR.org

Phone: (804) 355-7282 Website: TSCOR.org

Montpelier and Bloomsbury

Wednesday, October 26, 2016

Thomas Jefferson said it best when he wrote, “These mountains are the Eden of the United States." Nestled amongst the Blue Ridge Mountains, with scenic views in every direction, you'll find James Madison's Montpelier and the very historic Bloomsbury. Come along with us and discover why these founding fathers decided to make Virginia their home.

$130 for members and $140 for non-members.

Aging in Community - Richmond Friends

Beulah United Methodist Church

Bushnell Family Fund (TCF)

Epiphany Evangelical Lutheran Church

Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund

Grace Baptist Church

Lakeside United Methodist Church

Lakewood Manor

Mary Ball Blackwell Fund (TCF)

St. Matthew's Episcopal Church

St. Paul's Episcopal Church

Universal Leaf Foundation

Weinstein Properties

President:

Jack

Welsh

A Big Thank You to Our Organizational Supporters

Vice

President: Betty Ann

Dillon

Immediate Past

President: Ralph H.

Graner

Treasurer: Sally

Youngs

Secretary: Grayson B.

Miller, Jr.

Board Officers - Leading the Way

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