| Memorials....
The Nevada FFA Foundation can provide an opportunity for people
to create a memorial for loved ones. Many former members and supporters
have a strong connection with the FFA and agricultural education,
and thus turn to the foundation in this difficult time. Thank
you to those who have created memorials and our thoughts are always
with you. -Nevada FFA Foundation
Memorial Creation Form
John C. Rose "Bud" Jr. (1924-2009) - Don & Barbara Elser created this memorial in 2009. In memory and appreciation for the long time support of Ruby Mountain FFA and Nevada FFA; and for providing outstanding children to the programs. Contributors to this memorial include Don & Barbara Elser (as of 9.6.09). Download the Obituary & Picture from the Elko Daily
Free Press
Dennis "Digger" Digenan (1950-2009) - Digger was an agriculture education teacher and FFA advisor in Nevada for 30 years. Not only did he make an impact on the lives' of his students, he also helped shape Nevada Agriculture Education. He is remembered for his humor, nick names, and love of teaching. Dig's Life Tips for a Better Exit - 1. Surround yourself with people better than you. If you think there are none, stop reading
this now. 2. Be a listener. 3. Create a village for your family. Family doesn't have to mean blood relatives. Respect others contributions, especially to your children. 4. Always be the bigger person. 5. Treat everyone as if they know more than you. Most times they do. 6. Learn, learn, learn, then teach, teach, teach. Emotional health and medical intellegience should be a top priority, even if you are healthy. 7. Although difficult, do your best to separate your
emotions from productive thinking. 8. Venture outside your safe little box. It's not so scary after the hundredth time. 9. View regrets as mistakes. They are not so permanent. Do your best to correct them immediately; there may not be a later. 10. Practice mutual respect. Love Unconditionally. Scholarships
have been established at Wells High School and Spring Creek High School for
outstanding FFA students in memory of Digger. An account has been established
at Wells Fargo Bank in Elko entitled The Dennis Digenan Memorial Scholarship. Download the Obituary & Picture from the Elko Daily Free Press
Robert "Bob" Calloway (1961-2008) Memorial - The Smith Valley FFA Alumni created this memorial in 2009. Bob was a full supporter of the FFA. He supported the FFA by raising funds for his local chapter and barbecuing for FFA members every chance he had. His two young daughters are members of the Smith Valley FFA chapter (Jenna and Caitlyn). He was also a member of the National FFA Alumni. Contributors
to this memorial include Smith Valley FFA Alumni (as of 5.29.09). Download the Obituary from the Inyo Register
Austin Jon Park (1994-2008) Memorial - The Curt & Lynda Jordan created this memorial in 2008. Austin was an accomplished student at Smith Valley High School, family members said he excelled in everything he did, and looked forward to each new endeavor that life brought his way. From his role in the Future Farmers of America, to playing halfback and linebacker with the Smith Valley Bulldogs, Austin simply had a good time being a boy. Contributorsto
this memorial include Curt & Lynda Jordan (as of 1.12.09). The Copley Family also made a contribution in Austin's name for the 2009 State FFA Convention. Download the Obituary & Picture from the Review Journal
Joe "Jose" Sustacha, Jr. (1919-2008) Memorial
- The Sustacha family created this memorial in 2008. Joe (Jose)
Sustacha Jr., was a life-long Lamoille resident. He was a talented
horseman who loved training and showing stock horses. A strong
supporter of the FFA, he was awarded Honorary Farmer degrees at
both chapter and state levels. Contributors to this memorial
include Dawn Ormaza, Bottari Ranch, Pete Bottari, Carl Slagowski,
Thomas & Doreen Clifford, Don & Barbara Elser, Louise
McDermott, Mike & Karlyn McDermott, and Carmen Goicoechea
(as of 8.27.08). Download
the Obituary & Picture from the Elko Daily Free Press
 Nevada
FFA Foundation Don Campbell Memorial Scholarship - Each
year the Nevada FFA Foundation awards a $500 scholarship at the
state convention. In 2005, the foundation renamed the scholarship.
It is now known as the Nevada FFA Foundation Don Campbell Memorial
Scholarship. Don Campbell served on the Nevada FFA Foundation
from 1998 to 2003. He was instrumental in reorganizing the foundation.
He was a FFA member in Nebraska and truly believed in the organization.
Many Nevada students met him at the annual state convention where
he volunteered as a judge.
Download the
Scholarship
Lee Riggins Memorial - The Sarman Family (Ed, Linda,
Carl, Marsha Sarman & Sallie and Justin McDermott) contributed
to the 2005 State Agriculture Communications Career Development
Event in memory of Lee Riggins. He was an active member in the
Churchill County FFA Chapter. He also was the recipient of the
2004 Nevada FFA Foundation Scholarship.
Gretchen Whitehead Memorial - Curtis & Lynda Jordan
contributed to the 2004 State Floriculture Career Development
Event in memory of Gretchen Whitehead. She is the grandmother
of Randi Hunewill, an agriculture instructor in Smith.
Joshua Nash Memorial - The Nash Family contibuted
to the 2003 State Livestock Career Development Event in memory
of their son, Joshua Nash. He had been a participant in this event
and the Nash Family has been involved with the FFA for years.
Timmy Schweble Memorial - Curtis and Lynda Jordan
created this memorial in 2002. Special Message: "Timmy was very
active in the Nevada Junior Livestock Swine show and showmanship.
In fact the last FFA activity the he partipated in was helping
the Diamond Mountain FFA members prepare and show at the Nevada
Junior Livestock Show. It was one of his favorite FFA activities."
Please contact the foundation if you wish to sponsor specific
award areas or leadership development activities.
Heather Dye
Executive Director
Nevada FFA Foundation
700 East Fifth Street
Carson City, NV 89701
775-687-9246 Phone
775-687-9114 Fax
hdye@doe.nv.gov
Donations made to the Nevada FFA Foundation are tax deductible
to the full extent of the Internal Revenue Service Code - Section
501(c) (3). The Federal Tax I.D. number of the Nevada FFA Foundation
is 23-7434538.
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