Life Member Award Recipients


The Society periodically awards honorary Life Membership to members who have consistently contributed to the success of the Society, members who have a history of serving as volunteers, on committees, in leadership, and as ambassadors who represent the best of the organization. The following members were awarded Life Membership status during our annual awards and installation banquet in Costa Mesa, California, in January. Congratulations!
Jim Brondino, S.E.C. – Jim was profiled extensively in the previous article in recognition of his Legend Award. Jim became a member of the Society in 1987; served on the Executive Committee in 1989 and again in 2004; was president of the Society in 2005; was the Counselor of the Year in 1996; received the Cliff Weaver Award in 1990, 2000, and 2006; and was the Yvonne Nasch Award recipient in 2008.
Richard P. Clark, S.E.C. – Rick became a member in 1979 and served on the Board of Governors and in many other capacities over the years. Rick was president in 1986 and 1987 (excluding Richard Reno, there have only been two other members who were elected and served for more than one year as president), and he was the Counselor of the Year in 1988.
William W. Warr, S.E.C. – Bill became a member of the Society in 1979 and he served as Secretary/Treasurer from 1986 to 1993. Bill served as the Chairperson of the Ethics Committee for multiple years, the Chairperson of the Bylaws Committee, and a member of the Board of Governors. Bill was the Counselor of the Year in 1993.
Paul F. Winger, S.E.C. – Paul became a member of the Society in 1984. He served on the Executive Committee from 1994 to 1997, was president in 1998, and served as a member of the Board of Governors for multiple three-year terms. Paul was