From left to right: District Governor William Wallace, Paula Seegers, Paul Seegers, Camla Seegers, and Richard Seegers. (Photo provided)

The Bristol Lions Club has presented a Melvin Jones Fellowship award to Lion Richard (Dick) Seegers to honor him for 30 years of service to the Lions and his community.  This award was established by Lions Clubs International in 1973 and is named for the founder of Lions Clubs International, Melvin Jones.  Richard was sponsored for membership 30 years ago by Lion Gene Sobczak who is himself a MJ Fellow.  In the course of his many years of service Richard has held many offices in the club including President.  He has been a tireless supporter of the club and its many community service programs.  Present for the award ceremony were Richard’s wife Paula and son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Camla Seegers.  Presenting the award was Lion District Governor William Wallace.