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Fetterman Honorees

Welcome Bud Lippitt

Cooperstown Elementary phys-ed teacher Bud Lippitt, in right photo, receives the 24th Fetterman Award for service to youth from Clark Foundation President Jane Forbes Clark at today’s luncheon in his honor at The Otesaga.  In accepting the honor, Lippitt said, “I’ve never had a bad day – I always look forward to coming to work.”  In top photo, the honoree poses with wife Nicole, daughters Marley, left, and Emmy, and son Tommy.   About 50 attended the luncheon, including many past honorees.   The award is sponsored by the foundation and the Clark Sports Center.  (Parker Fish/AllOTSEGO.com)

 

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