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One of the Best--Judy Hass
Judy Hass passed away on September 9, 2014 and left a big hole in a lot
of people's hearts. A loving wife, mother and grandmother, Judy was also
a loyal and faithful friend and volunteer to many in our extended San
Diego bluegrass community.
Her dedication extended to a myriad of efforts including as a long term
North County Bluegrass & Folk Club board member, where she served as
treasurer and for a time as booking agent for their featured monthly
bands. She assisted with other activities as well such as the NCBFC
bi-annual campouts. Judy was truly the "Red Spoon Lady" at those
infamous camping potlucks. awarding a coveted red spoon to those who
brought the best pot luck meals. For many years, Judy and her husband
Jerry have been the face of NCBFC serving as strong, committed, and
effective supporters of everything bluegrass in San Diego.
Judy loved Summergrass. She was a Summergrass committee member from it's
inception in 2003 and worked as the festival's treasurer and front gate
manager for the lion's share of the festival's existence. Along with
husband Jerry, Judy managed and staffed many a Summergrass festival
booth at dozens of events throughout California and the Southwest. Those
tireless efforts reaped bountiful rewards as evidenced in the festival's
continued growth.
The San Diego Bluegrass Society and the music community we serve has
lost a true servant, fan and supporter in Judy Hass. We extend our deep
sympathy to Jerry and the entire family at this difficult time. Judy
will be sorely missed. Happy trails, Judy.
The Judy Hass Memorial Fund
A Judy Hass Memorial Fund has been established for those wishing to make
a legacy donation in her memory. All monies collected will be utilized
to further Summergrass activities into the future. Summergrass is an all
volunteer, program activity of the non-profit SDBS and NCBFC. Donations
can be made and information secured in three ways:
1) Checks. Individuals can send checks made out to "Summergrass" noted
for the "Judy Hass Memorial Summergrass Fund." Send to Debbie Shelton,
acting treasurer, at 1807 Calle Antonio Street, Vista, CA 92084,
2) GoFundMe.com - donations can be made at this site by clicking on
"Judy Hass Memorial Summergrass Fund". GoFundMe provides a convenient
way to help others reach fundraising goals. Note - donors will incur a
2.9% fee. Summergrass will also be charged 5% of donations. To avoid
these fees use one of the two above donation methods.
2) Online. Online donations to the fund can be made at
using PayPal. To donate via PayPal, click the Donate button
below.
You do NOT have to have a
PayPal account. Those who do not can click "continue" on
the lower left of the PayPal page (under where it says, "Don't have a
PayPal account?"), and you can pay using your own credit
card.
Please note, if you wish your donation to be tax deductible send us an email to let
us know and we will provide you with needed documentation. For
online PayPal donations, let us know in the space provided.
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