Merritt's inducted into 4-H Hall of Fame

Wesley and Sue Merritt of rural Butler were among the 50 4-H volunteer leaders inducted into the Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame at the fourth annual induction ceremony that was held at the Missouri State Fair on Sunday, August 15, 2010.  According to Alan J. Mundey, Bates County 4-H Youth Specialist, as retired educators, Wes and Sue have dedicated their lives to influencing the lives of children.  In their combined 51 years of service to 4-H, they have provided leadership, guidance, and instruction to hundreds of young people.  They continue to serve as project leaders today and Bates County 4-H hopes to have them share their expertise with 4-H’ers for many years to come.  The Missouri 4-H Hall of Fame is sponsored by the Missouri 4-H Foundation, FCS Financial Services and the Missouri State Fair.