Rotarian Of the Week 11-02-11

Our Rotarian of the week grew up while living in California, Idaho, the state of Washington and Washington DC. His first job was working as a paper boy. He does not remember how much money he made delivering papers but he does remember… he was fired … for not delivering … to a person that would not pay … for the papers. 

Our special Rotarian attended Bellarmine College Preparatory School in San Jose, California home of “The Bellarmine Bell”. After high school this lifelong learner attended Gonzaga University, Rockhurst College, Drexel University, Xavier University, and LCCC.

Larry Atwell has been married to his lovely wife Connie for forty seven years. They have three wonderful children Susan, Mike, and Tim, who have given them nine “perfect’ grandchildren.

Larry’s proudest achievement other than family was serving as Chief Executive Officer of the Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce. The work he did with Forum 1999; Vision 2020 and the Depot Project brought people together to build a better Cheyenne Community.

Larry was sponsored into his first Rotary Club in Parkville, Missouri. His sponsor was a flower shop owner. Larry has served our Rotary Club of Cheyenne on Community Service, International Service, and Youth Service committees. He likes Rotary because it allows for opportunities to serve others in unique ways. His most memorable Rotary experiences include …”When we went to a Rotary conference in Atlantic City, New Jersey.  I was wearing a sandwich board with the King and Queen of Clubs on it”

Also …he was chairman of Ladies Night years ago… without a budget… “It was a great party!”

Larry’s favorite meals include spinach… spinach with poached eggs at Rotary Conference and … his real favorite …a medium rare Oscar Rib Eye steak with spinach.

In his spare time Larry enjoys golf, travel and community service.

In recognition of his service to our Club and our greater Cheyenne Community, The Sargent at Arms will present Larry with a gift certificate from the Club.