The 81st Midwest Gilderhus Reunion was held Sunday, SEPTEMBER 26th, 2010 at Liberty Church, Deerfield, WI (15 miles East of Madison). There was a Pot-Luck at the Liberty Church Education Center (The limestone used to build the church across the street came from the Gilderhus Quarry). Harry shared news of births, marriages and deaths from all of the immigrating lines. Updates from others unable to attend were also shared.
Officers Elected
President = Dan Bellrichard (Decorah IA)
V.P. = Stephanie Conast (Decorah IA)
Treasurer = Arlene Scheel (Mc Farland, WI)
Secretary = Cindy Bellrichard (Austin, MN)
Presentation
Paul hosted a game of Minute To Win It.
Frank shared stories and news from the times of the Norwegian immigrants and the challenges they faced being the outsiders.
Remember, even if you can't make the reunion, we invite you to send us an update and we’ll let the others know how you’re doing.