Illinois Honors Gary Schultz
Illinois Regional Group President Johnny E. Williams presented
a plaque of appreciation to retiring Hines Orientation and Mobility
Specialist Gary Schultz on October 30. The presentation occurred
at a retirement party for Schultz attended by many of his friends
and co-workers at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Hall in Wheaton,
Illinois.
"Gary completed more than 32 years of compassionate service
to blind and visually impaired veterans," said Johnny. "He
will be greatly missed at Hines."
Schultz is a Vietnam War veteran, having been drafted into the
Army on August 15, 1968. He served approximately 19 months of
active duty, a year of which was in the infantry in Vietnam. Shortly
after his discharge, he enrolled at Western Michigan University
and received a Master’s Degree in Orientation and Mobility.
During his career, Schultz was an O&M Specialist at West
Haven, at Hines, and at Birmingham. He also spent four years as
a VIST Coordinator in West Virginia. While at Hines, Schultz completed
training with electronic travel aids and cross training in the
visual skills department.
TEE Tournament Recognizes Pyle
Ohio Regional Group Secretary George Pyle received the Wayne
Earl/Hampton Hill Award at the 11th annual TEE (Training, Exposure,
Experience) Tournament.
The award, presented to George at the TEE awards banquet on September
9, is given each year to the participant who best reflects the
true nature and spirit of the event. George was recognized in
particular for his exceptional work and contributions as a member
of the TEE fund raising committee during the past year.
The TEE Tournament is held annually in Iowa City, Iowa, for veterans
who are legally blind. It is designed to provide opportunities
for skill development and increased self-esteem. The program uses
a clinic format to promote rehabilitation, fellowship, and camaraderie
among participants. This year’s event was sponsored by the
VA General Post Fund, the Iowa City VA Medical Center, the United
States Golf Association, and a number of local VSO chapters, corporations,
and individuals.
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