The Ladder in Shelby is all about community and seeks to honor God and the people of our community. The Retirement Open House began three years ago as an opportunity to honor those people who have given years of their lives serving the people of Shelby and Oceana County. They are grateful that it is a collaborative event sponsored by The Ladder, Shelby Rotary Club, Shelby Public Schools and the Shelby Chamber of Commerce.
Approximately 150 people attended the 2024 Retirement Open House at The Ladder on Friday, July 12. One of the community members present stated, “This event is so important to our community. I love it and hope you continue to provide this celebration. It shows great honor to those people who have embraced our community. Way to go!”
The following people were honored at this year’s event. The Ladder’s staff and volunteers appreciate their service to our community and wish them well in their future endeavors.
• Pete Roskam, 43 years, Gales Agency
• Sandy Griffin, 38 years, Oceana County Road Commission
• Bob Beckman, 60 years, Beckman Brothers
• Marilyn Glover, 40 years, Shelby Township
• Rhonda Zaverl Golden, 42 1/2 years, Oceana County Medical Care Facility
• Carol Waller, 45 years, Shelby Public Schools
• Scott Poort, 28 years, Shelby Public Schools
• Sharon Sponhauer, 16 years, Shelby Public Schools
• Lisa Pranger, 13 years, Helena Agri-Enterprises
• Dan Roberts, 26 years, Shelby Public Schools
A special thank you also goes out to Cathy Schouten for greeting the guests and to the Boardwell family for providing and serving refreshments and appetizers. The retirees that attended were very appreciative of being honored, and they thank the community for this event.
