Beveridge-Creel Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is established to honor the memory of Gary and Judy (Beveridge) Creel of East Franklin Township, Armstrong County.
Gary, the son of Clarence and Hally (Sharpe) Creel, was employed in the surface coal stripping industry and then owned and operated a retail tire sales business until his retirement. At the time of his passing, Gary was in the process of getting a patent approved for a canine orthopedic support device.
Judy, the daughter of Floyd "Ernie" and Dorothy (Reesman) Beveridge, was employed in the banking industry. In retirement, Judy designed tombstones/grave markers for both humans and pets. Judy also was a published author having written three books.
Gary and Judy met in high school and shared 55 years of marriage. Life was busy with work, family, and church responsibilities, but both found time to be there for others in their moment of need. Whether it was offering their time, professional skills or personal resources, their compassion was shared authentically and altruistically.
It is the desire of children, Marci and Ryan, to establish this scholarship to continue their parents' legacy of ordinary people doing what they could to help others, simply because it was the right thing to do. Matthew 6:3-4; James 2:15-17
Scholarship Details
The purpose of the Fund is to provide funds for high school and adult students. This includes cyber school students and home-schooled students.
Recipient must:
o Have a 3.0 GPA
o Be enrolled to further their education at an accredited postgraduate school including certificate programs, approved by the ACCF Board of Directors
o Reside in Armstrong County, PA
o Have school/volunteer community service
o List work or volunteer history
Essay Question
How would receiving this scholarship impact your current situation and in what ways do you envision being abe to utilize your time and talents to "pay it forward" in the future?
