Berry and Myrna Loy Smith joined the Texas Cushman Club in 2009. He rode with skill and they provided entertainment with their tales of travel and adventure. Special people!
Our condolences to the family and friends. We have lost another good man.
Central Texas Meet May 16-18, 2024
We had a light turnout probably due to the short notice and the weather report. Thursday was a little wet as the storm blew past and we watched from cover the trees bent and the rain came down in sheets. Unlike most areas from central Texas through Southeast Texas we did not suffer any damage. Thursday evening we had a Dutch Treat meal at El Nuevo Mexico restraint . Friday’s ride was a short 40 mile trek through northeast Bastrop County to McDade Texas for fuel and back through the grass growing areas of the County Six scooters, chase vehicle and two car completed the ride. Everyone then departed to seek a light meal in anticipation to the planned evening Fish Fry.
The evening got started about 5 PM with most likely a little lying and story telling while JJ Money and Richard got the fire going under the cooking oil. The meal was served at 7 and was reported to be eatable. Jane Press provided some outstanding cookies and Debi Goode showed up with her now famous Strawberry Short Cake.
Saturday started out with coffee and donuts at 8 AM and the ride got underway at 9 which covered 78 Miles of southeast Bastrop County to Rockne for a rest stop and then on through Rosankey to Smithville for another rest stop before winding up in Winchester Texas at the 1913 building housing Murphy’s Steak house.. The return route was through the old Park Road 1 between Bushehr and Bastrop State Park which is a must see and ride road in Texas. The return was uneventful and everyone loaded up for their return home. The meet being a little light was still a success enjoyed by all.
Here is a list of the attendees, Tommy and Debi Goode, Frank Tuberville, Twig and Zoe Branch, Ted Grisham, Larry and Ginger Freeze, Don and Judy Henry, Johnny and Joyce Pierce, James and Jane Press, Richard and Diane Simpson, John and son Chris Allbright, Fried onion cook JJ Money and host Richard Kesselus. Special guest Geoff Connor and Bo White visited with all at the Fish Fry
Thank you to Richard and Tommy for stepping up and providing this ride. It is wonderful to see how well Richard has recovered from his knee surgery.
A special thanks to Debi Goode for her pictures and notes.
Next ride: Sturgis, SD July 18-20, 2024.
Short notice but a wonderful opportunity!
RE-SCHEDULED Central Texas Meet has been rescheduled for May 16 through 18. due to the canceled Oklahoma state meet we will have our meet on there dates. Look at the original schedule for our meet all the info is the same except for the date. Short notice but all are welcome. Info will also be found on the Texas Cushman Club facebook page as well as the Texas Cushman Web page. Call Richard for info. 737 278 0903.
Information for lodging and accommodation.
May 16-18, 2024 -Central Texas Cushman Club 2024 Ride and Meet Location: 113 My Road, Bastrop, TX. Expanded Meet Activities. If you want to come earlier or stay later and need to work on your scooter you are welcome. Tommy has a general good stock of new and used parts and this would be a good opportunity to pick up what you need and install at the same time. Just order what you need from Tommy several weeks in advance and let me know when you want to come. It will also be a great time to do some trading or selling. If it rains, we will have plenty to get us involved. I have one bedroom and bath available, as well as three full 50 amp spots and one more 50 amp with water. Three 30 amp with water. (Make a donation for RV spots.) Call Richard at (737) 278-0903 for additional info. RV parks:Bastrop State Park 4 miles, call Texas Parks and Wildlife and Basin RV Park (former KOA) in town (512) 321-7500
Motel information listed in order of close to my place to the furthers away.1. Comfort Suites 512 321 3377 2.Quality Inn 512 321 3303 3.Tropicana Inn (older budget motel) 512 3212526 4.holiday Inn Express 512 321 1900. 5. Hampton Inn and suites 512 321 2898. There are several others as well but 3 to 4 miles away. Google Bastrop motes for others.
After much thought and discussion, they have decided to cancel the Oklahoma State Cushman meet. The Expo Center is being used for dropping off supplies and parking , and it will not be ready in two weeks for us to come to a meet. Also, the town of Sulphur is not ready for extra people. We are very disappointed and reluctantly made this decision, but it is too late to find an alternate location. We are looking forward to the National Meet and anxious to see everyone.
Sulphur, OK was attacked by a tornado on Saturday night, April 4.
Our sympathy to the area for their loss. May God restore their homes.
Raymond “Lee” Bennett, age 94, of San Angelo, Texas passed away peacefully on Friday, April 26, 2024 surrounded by family. He was born on November 21, 1929 in Gorman, Texas to Thomas and Lela (Payne) Bennett. Lee married the love of his life, Nancy Gilliam in 1980 in Ballinger, Texas.
He owned his own Appliance Repair shop where he worked for 40 years. 18 of those years being in Ballinger.
Lee was involved in many groups throughout his lifetime, Lee served two terms as Lodge Master at the Carlsbad Masonic Lodge, a member of the Order of The Eastern Star, a proud Army Veteran, a member of the Angelo R.C. club, a member of the National and Texas Cushman Clubs, and above all a servant of God and dedicated member of Cross Road Assembly of God
He is preceded in death by his parents and one daughter, Brenda Storey.
He is survived by his loving wife, Nancy Bennett; his son, Lawrence Bennett; son, Tommy Bennett and wife Katie; his daughter, Beverly Ledoux and her husband Paul; his step sons, Glenn Atkins, Jim Atkins, Gary Atkins, Jeff Atkins, and Gregg Atkins and wife Michelle of North Pole, Alaska. He is also survived by a special granddaughter, Jenna Lee Jackson and husband, Brandon, numerous other grandchildren, great grandchildren and friends from all over and of course his favorite dog, Bonnie.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 5-7 pm at Johnson’s Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 10 am on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 in Johnson’s Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Steve Hamm. Interment will follow at Johnson’s Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cross Road Assembly Church located at 211 North Marie St. San Angelo, Texas 76903
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/san-angelo-tx/lee-bennett-11786750
Lee and Nancy Bennett joined the TCC as members #850 in 1995. They were an active part of the Concho Valley Area.
We send our condolences to Lee’s family.
Beth Doan, long time companion of Don Paige, Abilene, has passed. She was a lively lady who came in looking for her new friends. When Don brought her into our group, we were blessed!
This is Beth Doan and Gloria Hensley sitting with Don Paige at the 2023 State Meet in Snyder. Beth had to insist on attending the Awards Banquet to “see her friends”. This brought Don into attendance so the 2023 Founder’s Award could be presented to Don by President Larry Freeze.
The joy and fun Beth brought into our lives will long be remembered.
Our condolences to Don and her family.
Don Reed has an annual ride and here is the information.
ANNUAL LAKE DRAPER
OKLAHOMA CLUB MEET 2024
RIDE- SWAP- TALK- HAVE FUN
WHEN: Saturday, April 20, 2024, starting at 9:00 AM
WHERE: LAKE STANLEY DRAPER, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
Directions: Take I-240 loop south around Oklahoma City, Exit 11A to stop sign. South to another stop sign, Right 1 mile left to Red Top Pavilions on left.
OR Take I-240 loop south around Oklahoma City, Exit Sooner Rd south to 104th St., East 2½ miles to Red Top Pavilions.
More information or questions contact Don Reed
Cell Phone 405-642-3365, or EMAIL donreed2200@gmail.com
Over 29 people enjoyed the first event of the TCC year. James and Jane Press made plans to entertain all who come. Their hospitality makes this a great beginning for the new year.
A complete article will be in the July newsletter.
The Central Texas ride scheduled for April has been cancelled. Richard is having a knee replacement. The next ride will be Draper Lake, OK.
See Draper Lake, OK invitation on blog post March 13, 2024.
This Thursday, March 7, Cushman riders and all their friends will gather in Carmine for the Press’s annual event.
The planned rides will be on Friday and Saturday. Ladies usually have a treat trip planned by Jane.
The Board of Directors will have their business meeting on Saturday morning before the breakfast meal is served.
Time to get the winter blues blown out of our hair.
See you there!
Richard Kesselus and Tommy Goode have cancelled the April 11-14, 2024 Central Texas ride that was to be in Bastrop, Tx.
They regret this change. The Board of Directors will be meeting in Carmine March 9 and there may be something new added to our calendar. Watch the Calendar of Events Tab on this website for updates.
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