Page 55 - September 2020 Voices

In Rememberance

Louella Webb

(1934 - 2020)

Louella Webb was a woman of extraordinary

courage. She lived with steadily worsening impairment

from Multiple Sclerosis for more than 50 years. In the

early days, it was just a little difficulty walking. Louella Webb

Ultimately it was years of being unable to move her arms or

her legs.

Through it all, Lou never lost her ability to engage others in conversation about

their interests, to manage her household, keep up with her growing family, and

contribute to the community. Her focus was always on others, never on the difficulties

that took more and more of her energy.

She volunteered for years maintaining the Toastmasters call line and was

recognized as the first recipient of an award for service, named after her: the Lou

Webb Award*. (Read more. . .)

Thank you Louella. Godspeed.

Published in The Oregonian from Aug. 28 to Aug. 30, 2020.

*Each year District 7 awards the Lou Webb award to someone recognized for long-time service to

the District. Individuals are experienced advisors for District Officers, not for the glory but simply out of
dedication to serving the District.

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