Town Councilman Christian Bahleda read a proclamation that had been signed by the Town Board and the town supervisor in honor of Kammerer’s lifetime of achievement and service. The town’s proclamation recalled Kammerer’s work on Grand Island and overseas.
Faye Teluk added, “He was an exemplary Rotarian. His life reflects the very best of the Rotary motto of ‘Service above self.’
“Through the years, he had taken on challenges, championed causes, and offered time, talent and heart in service to others. The list of Hank’s accomplishments is long and inspiring. From the Miracle League in Veterans Park to the gazebo we stand in front of, to the establishment of the Neighbors Foundation, he had consistently made a difference. In the offices of the Rotary, such as president, executive secretary, foundation chair, and director, he mentored new members and fostered international good will.
Rotary Club member Chris Learman recalled that, “Hank also looked beyond our town. He traveled to Dubai, Ethiopia, Bolivia, India and Nepal, and Haiti, supporting medical missions and Rotary projects. He worked alongside Dr. David Johnson in Nepal and Haiti, even trekking to the Mount Everest base camp to raise money for the people of Nepal. Just one year before his passing at the age of 87, Hank took his final adventure, something he had had on his bucket list for a long time: Journeying to Africa to see the great apes.
