Williams Eagle ceremony of March 4th, 2001, was wonderful. We had relatives, friends from all sorts of eras and circles, and fellow Scouts participate to make the occasion super memorable. The ceremony itself was held in the Sunnyvale Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall. The reception (no pics) was a hit as the wintery, wet afternoon got everyone in the mood for cake and finger food. Click here for a copy of the program.

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Cannon read the WEBLOS step on the trail to Eagle while Mr. Wesling provided his exemplary Master of Ceremonies presence.
Manny, Houston, John, Matthew all read a step in turn.
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Andrew escorted the family up to the stage as well as read a couple of the Letters of Recommendation.
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Mr. Erickson never fails to provide an inspirational talk. Here he is shown giving his great 'rocks in the jar' story.
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Mr. W presents Williams Eagle pin for pinning.
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Mom pins the badge on William.
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William pins Mom while Dad and Matthew look on.
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William pins the tie tack on Dad.
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Dads' tie proves tougher than one would think.
Not pictured are Rev. Steve Wilde and Jess Marino who gave GREAT speeches regarding the qualifications of William for the honor of becoming an Eagle. I mean they truly were great speeches; thank you Steve and Jess.
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William renews his oath.
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There may never be a better Scoutmaster than Paul Wesling. Thank you for all the years and all the wonderful experiences Scoutmaster Wesling. 
You have touched the lives of so many boys, now men.
Thank you.
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Angus prepares to put the Eagle 'kerchief on William.
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Mr. Brenner gives Mom a wonderful framed poem...
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...which she happily accepts.
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Papoo gives his speech; one proud Grandfather.
Our thanks to all who made time in your life to come to this ceremony as well as add so immeasurably to Williams life as he has grown up. p0001428.jpg (73297 bytes)
William delivers a poised talk of his own.
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So beautiful!
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Godfather Todd and his lovely wife Susan.


This page last updated: Tuesday, June 12, 2001

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