Posted on August 22, 2024 at 5:00 PM by Emily Saveraid
Jim and Sandi met in the summer of 1970 in the sheep barn at the Washington County Fair. One year and a 4-H trip later, these two were dating. Jim proposed to Sandi under the trees north of the sheep barn during the county fair on her birthday. It was a beautifully written 4-H love story! 4-H has always been a part of their life. Once members, parents to 4-H members, club and project leaders, and now grandparents to 4-H members.
Growing up, Jim was a Washington Hustlers 4-H Club and County Council member, participating in livestock judging and showing sheep, horses, and swine. Jim’s dad was a great 4-H leader and served in the sheep department for many years, leaving quite the legacy Jim has followed closely. Sandi was a busy 4-H Maidens, Hustlers, and County Council member. Both became 4-H leaders when their oldest daughter joined 4-H and followed all of their children through- Jennifer, Jessica, Jake, and Jillian. Sandi led the Prairie Pride 4-H Club for twenty years and Jim continues to lead the Horse and Pony Club, now reaching over thirty-five years of service. During this time, he coached teams and traveled the nation with his livestock judging teams. He has taught and mentored multiple generations of families through the horse department. He is proud to share the leading duties with his daughter, Jessica.
Jim and Sandi had great 4-H role models and have become ones themselves. They have been active in filling many volunteer roles and are proud supporters of the 4-H program. They are incredible examples of hard work, family-focused, and generous giving.
Categories: 2024, Washington
