From left, in back are Adam Bartels, Amanda Bartels and Joe Church; in the second row are Jackie Church, Marilyn Vassar, Fran Herman and Pat Church; and in front are Brayden Bartels, Kaylee Bartels and Weston Bartels.

The Aurora-Homestead Conservation Club annually sponsors an ice fishing derby in memory of Pete “Toad” Church. This year’s event was Jan. 18, based at the C&R Bar in Aurora, Wis. Some of his family attended the event. They wish to express their appreciation to the club for the excellent tribute.