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“Service Above Self”

Torrington Rotarian Charles Olsen and his wife Gail have celebrated their 25th anniversary as owners of Ducci Kitchens. This very successful business has flourished due to its high quality of design and workmanship provided to its customers. One of their kitchen designs was featured on the cover of a national home magazine. They have recently opened a new showroom at the rotary in Goshen, Connecticut.
Charles and Gail have demonstrated their commitment to the community by giving grants of $2,500.00 each to ten non-profit agencies that provide vital services to those in need in the area. These grants are tangible reminders of Rotary’s motto, “Service Above Self” and the true commitment of Charles and Gail Olsen’s generosity.

At the October 9th Torrington Rotary Meeting, Chris Smith (left)and Joe Ruwet 9 2nd from the left) were honored on the 85th and 90th birthdays respectively. Also in the picture are Ryan Bingham, Joe’s grandson, Anne Ruwet, Joe’s Daughter, Joe’s wife of 65 years Virginia and Helen Ruwet Bunnell, Joe’s daughter. Chris Smith has been a Rotarian for 57 years and Joe Ruwet is a Rotarian with 30 years of service. Governor M. Jodi Rell proclaimed October 9, 2008 as Joe Ruwet Day in the entire Sate of Connecticut. Many friends of Joe and Chris attended the meeting to celebrate their collective longevity in both life and Rotary Service Above Self.