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Connell F. Smith-Homer Brown Scholarship

The Connell F. Smith-Homer Brown Scholarship is a funamental effort to provid our members and their families with financial assistance to further their education in order to lead productive and successfull lives.  This fund was established in 1986 and for the past 23 years Local 773 has awarded 259 scholarships to college students who otherwise would not have the oportunity to obtain a college degree. Awards are based on cumulative grade point average from the past year, essay, and financial need.  

Download 2012 Connell F. Smith-Homer Brown Scholarship Fund Application

 
 
Connell F. Smith Homer Brown
Connell F. Smith served as Business Manager/Secretary Treasurer of Laborers' Local 773 from 1942 to 1976.  It was his vision that guides Local 773 to this day in organizing, political action and service to the membership.  He provided a strong foundation for one of the most respected Local Unions in the entire International Union.  His philosophy of "Who can I help today" guided him as the longest serving business manager in Local 773 history.  Homer Brown was initiated into the Laborers' International Union Local 773 in December 1941 during the great depression.  He worked as a Laborer for 55 cents an hour while raising six children.  During his career, Brown served as Sergent at Arms, Executive Board Member, and later served as the Vice President.  Despite his hardship, Brown and his wife Mary managed their life around their six children making every effort to make certain they obtained their education by attending college and leading productive and successful lives.
   
The Edward M. Smith Annual Golf Tournament
Our Edward M. Smith Annual Golf Tournament is our organization's main source of funding for the Connell F. Smith-Homer Brown Scholarship which provides members and their families to opportunity to obtain an education provided through generous donations from our members, friends, colleagues and supporters.  This charity golf tournament will provide financial assistance to 19 deserving college students who otherwise may not have the opportunity to recieve a college degree.
 
This years tournament will be held Friday, May 11th at Hickory Ridge Golf Club in Carbondale, Illinois . Please join us for a day of fun, food, and prizes for a truly great cause! 

View pictures of the 2010 Edward M. Smith Tournament

View pictures of the 2011 Edward M. Smith Scholarship Golf  Tournament

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Congratulations to all the 2011 Connell F. Smith-Homer Brown Scholarship Recipients! 

Abby Bandy-Daughter of Bob Bandy-Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Science Major.
Julia Beer-Daughter of Gary Beer-Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, Nursing Major.
Cassandra Casteel-Grandaughter of Melvin Casteel-University of Missouri-Columbia, Archaeology Major.
Jeana Childers-Daughter of Jack Childers-Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Art & Design Graphics Major.
Angela Chowen-Daughter of Cindy Wickman-Lincoln Land Community College, Elementary Education Major.
Jonnie Ellet- Daughter of Gene Ellet-Shawnee Community College
Lauren Fasig-Daughter of Amy Fasig-Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, Nursing Major.
Karsen Finney-Daughter of Kevin Finney-John A. Logan College
Cody Hosfeldt-Son of Herbert Hosfeldt-Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Psychology Major.
Phillip Hosfeldt-Son of Herbert Hosfeldt-Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Secondary Education Major.
Winnie Howell-Wife of Rodney Howell-Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Early Childhood Education Major.
Aaron Jarrett-Son of Cindy Mueller-John A. Logan College, Engineering Major.
Shandie Jarrett-Daughter of Cindy Mueller-Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Math Major.
Hannah Kellerman-Daughter of Charles Kellerman-Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Chemistry Major with Biochemistry Specialization.
Kevin Kobler-Son of Sharyl Davis-Shawnee Community College, Nursing Major.
Lindsay Lenon-Daughter of Lisa Lenon-Parkland College, Elementary Education Major.
Jacob McClure-Son of Karin McClure-Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Mechanical Engineering Major.
Courtney Marlow-Daughter of Cindy Marlow-John A. Logan College.
John Miklos-Son of Don & Michelle Miklos-Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Civil Engineering Major.
Kelsey Orrill-Daughter of William Orrill-Southern Illinois University Carbondale, Radiological Sciences.
Casey Parr-Daughter of Larry Parr-University of Arkansas Monticello, Psychology Major.
Jessica Peradotto-Daughter of David Peradotto-Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Radiological Science Major.
Zachary Price-Son of John Price-Southeast Missouri State University, Sports Broadcasting.
Morgan Smith-Daughter of Mike Smith-John A. Logan College, Nursing Major.
Rebecca Smith-Wife of Tommy Smith-Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Early Childhood & Special Education Major.
Jacob Stanhouse-Grandson of Tami Burdel-Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, Bachelor of Science Degree in Automotive Technology.
Katherine Tatum-Daughter of Chalen Tatum-Southeast Missouri State University, Elementary Education Major.
Daniel Turnquist-Son of Dave Turnquist-John A. Logan College, Drafting Major. 

 

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Congratulations to Lindsay Lenon, 2011 Connell F. Smith Exceptional Essay Scholarship Award Recipient. Lindsay accepted her award at the Edward M. Smith Golf Tournament Reception June 23rd, accompanied by her mother and Local 773 Union Member Lisa Lenon.

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Congratulations to Cassandra Casteel, 2011 Homer Brown Exceptional Essay Scholarship Award Recipient. Cassandra accepted her award at the Edward M. Smith Golf Tournament Reception Dinner on June 23rd, 2011, accompanied by her grandfather and retired Local 773 Member and current volunteer Mel Casteel.

 
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