3rd Annual Chris Barker Memorial Tractor Drive & Show
Sunday June 12, 2011
7:30AM
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The above pictures on display are of Chris and tractors that he restored, rebuilt and/or modified. Scroll down to view photos taken the day of the 2010 Tractor Drive. Thank you to everyone who participated.
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Over 100 tractors registered in 2010
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The 2010 drive was dedicated to the memory of Don Jones
for his help with making the 2009 drive such a huge success.
The following is a report of the 2010 Tractor Drive and Show
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In Memory Of
CHRIS H. BARKER
A tractor drive and show was held at the Shelby County 4-H Fairgrounds on Route 128 North, Shelbyville, IL on June 13, 2010. Sign in began at 7:30 AM and the drive began at 8:30 AM.
A Tractor Show followed the 23 mile drive around the beautiful Lake Shelbyville Area and included a ride across the dam and through the city park. All makes and models of tractors were welcome with the exception that all tractors had to be able to maintain 10 MPH speed and could not have dual wheels. Antique tractors from all over Illinois and Indiana participated to raise funds for the Chris Barker Memorial Scholarship. 100 tractors of all makes and models were on display at the Shelby County 4-H Fairgrounds after the drive.
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The top 5 tractors of the day were selected by a judging committe and plaques were awarded to
Terry Funk, Sue, Hauck, Bill Miller, Tom Moffett, and Bob Peadro.
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Spectators were welcome and encouraged to attend. We thank the many folks who came out and spent the day with us. A special thank you to Jeff Nalley from the Cromwell Ag Network and Bub McCulllough from WMCI Radio for their guest appearances and live radio remote. Also, thank you to Terry Warren for preparing an awesome lunch. A free will donation was accepted for the lunch and all proceeds went to the scholarship fund.
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The day was a huge success with approximately $6,000 being raised for the
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CHRIS BARKER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND
(Administrated by the Shelby County Farm Bureau Foundation)
The planning committee of Mert & Sue Hauck, Jerry Fearday, Gary Patterson, Don Behl, Kevin Mahaney, James Agney, Darrin Storm, Don Selby, and the Barker Family would like to thank the Shelby County Sheriff Mike Miller, Shelbyville City Police, Shelby County Farm Bureau and all the Shelby County businesses who made monetary contributions or donated items for door prizes.
Participating Sponsers:
Ace Hardware - Ahead of Style, Erica Hardy - Angus Links Golf Course - Battery Specialists - Beck's Seed Hybirds, Steve Ulmer & Doug Hotze - Bent Tree Golf Course - Boarman's Auto Sales - Busey Bank - Country Financial Agent Eldon Gourley - CourtHouse Inn - The Cromwell Radio Group, WMCI Radio, Bub McCullough - Cumberland Auto Supply - Dairy Queen - DDS Sales - Deer Trail Golf Course - Dittamore Implement - Don's Retail Shop - Druby's - EAHC Inc., Del Althoff - Effingham-Clay FS - Effingham Equity - Farm Credit Services of Illinois - Farm Pride - First Third Bank - Fisher Auto Parts - Grabb Motors - Green Street Small Engine Repair - Halbrook Auto Body - Jake's Antiques - Lithia Springs Marina - May's Vacuum Repair - Meadowview Golf Course - Monical's Pizza - Neal Tire & Battery - Pro Lube - R & K One Stop - Reber Welding - Rogala Public Links - Shelby County Farm Bureau - Shelby County Sheriff Mike Miller - Shelby County Sheriff's Department - Shelbyville Daily Union - Sloan Implement - T & L Locker Services - Unique Tire & Auto World - Wade's Quality Meats - Wal-Mart - Windsor Family Foods
Participants in the Tractor Drive and Show
Jerry Fearday, Jacob Fearday, Leaonard Briggs, Michelle Organ, Don Jones, Trevor Cole, Todd Cole, Joe Elson, Ben Elson, Victor Steiner, Danny Barker, Gary Patterson, Beth Barker, Jason Barker, Robert Sinkler, Roy Yantis, Don Keown, Leland Graven, Dale Parks, Glen Spannagel, Gaylord Stremming, Geroge Perry, Steve Johnston, Joe Conder, Tom Vonderheide, Doug Vonderheide, Mark Schultz, Dwight Ennis, Roger Ohnesorge, Gus Fandrich, Kevin Mahaney, Larry Miller, Lee Campbell, Frank Warren, Don Madlem, Fred Doerner, Ryan Dunaway, Keith Hammond, Rob Smithson, John Rentfrow, Tom Moffett, Don Behl, Larry Knierem, Keith McClure, Joe Miller, Dale Rhoads, Greg Rhoads, David Krueger, Bob McNamer, Roy Childress, Richard Harley, Bill Voyles, Gary Edwards, Trevor Pruemer, Tom Fleshner, Allen Flach, Larry Smith, Kolton Smith, Larry Lenz, Larry Barry, Don Young, Roger Darding, Luke Casteel, Belle Casteel, Jerry Bolsen, James Agney, Andy Hickman, Jesse Durbin, Wesley Durbin, Elza Durbin, Charlie Rhoads, Larry Shuff, Bill Miller, Robyn Barrett, Sue Hauck, Bob Freeman, Paul Frank, Jerry Herrmann, Jason Herrmann, Gail Herrmann, Jacob Herrmann, Steve Miller, Larry Bean, Glen Kessler, Charlie Barker, Brad Halbrook, Gary Rincker, Don Hennings, Dave Baumgarten Roy Reed, Michael Bertsch, Shawn Hennings, Ryan Kinder, Duane Kinder, Chris Scaggs, Tim Morse, Casey Morse, Dave White, Greg Stretch
The next tractor drive and show is scheduled for
June 12, 2011
For More Information About the Tractor Drive/Show Contact:
Sloan Implement 217-774-2159
Shelby County Farm Bureau 217-774-2151
Jerry Fearday 217-821-6506
Don Selby 217-827-1932
Mert Hauck 217-774-2314
Kevin Mahaney 217-259-5097
Chris was suddenly called home to be with the Lord on September 19, 2008. His memory continues to live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. Chris was the devoted husband of Beth Barker, the very proud father of Danny and Jason Barker, and the loving son of Charles and Carolyn Barker. Chris was a farmer in the Shelby County area and an auctioneer with the Gordon Price Auction Service. Chris was an outstanding member of the community. This is evident in the number of friends and family members who continue to generously donate to the Chris Barker Memorial Scholarship Fund. This scholarship was created in honor of Chris's memory by his good friends and neighbors, Mert and Sue Hauck. It is overseen by the Shelby County Farm Bureau Foundation. The objective of the Chris Barker Memorial Scholarship is to provide funding to outstanding students to pursue a degree in an ag related field.
See below for guidelines and more details on how to apply for the Chris Barker Memorial Scholarship
In May of 2009 the family of Chris H. Barker presented 3 scholarships in the amount of $1,250 each to very deserving applicants:
The first recipient of the Chris Barker Memorial Scholarship was Samantha Agney, Shelbyville, IL. Samantha is currently attending Shelbyville High School and after she graduates this spring, she will be attending Lake Land College in the fall of 2009. Her plans are to study Horticulture and Landscaping Design.
The second scholarship was presented to Trevor Pruemer, Shelbyville, IL. Trevor will graduate from Shelbyville High School in May of this year and plans to attend Lake Land College in Mattoon, IL to pursue a degree in Ag Science.
The third applicant to be awarded a scholarship was Trevor Cole, a 2008 graduate from Shelbyville High School. Trevor is enrolled at Lake Land College and will major in Ag Power Technology.
In May of 2010 there were 2 scholarhips presented:
The first scholarship was presented to Katie Pieper, Stewardson, IL. Katie graduated from Stewardson-Strasburg High School in May and plans to attend Lake Land College in the fall of 2010 to pursue a degree in Agri Business.
The second scholarship was awarded to Chelsea Ballinger who graduated from Stewardson-Strasburg High School in 2008. Chelsea is attending Southern Illinois University this fall to continue her education in the area of veterinary medicine.
College bound students pursuing a degree in an agricultural related field are encouraged to apply next year. The application process will begin again early in the year 2011with applications due around the end of March 2011. Check with the Shelby County Farm Bureau for exact application dates for the 2011/ 2012 school year.
The Chris Barker Memorial Scholarship Guidelines
- The applicant or parents must be a permanent resident of Shelby County and the applicant or parents must be a member in good standing of the Shelby County Farm Bureau.
- The applicant must pursue a field of study in agriculture or an agriculture related field.
- The applicant must be accepted for enrollment or enrolled at an accredited college, university or community college.
- The applicant must be a full-time undergraduate student to qualify for the scholarship
- Selection will be based on a composite grade of academics, academic honors and awards, rank in class, ACT score, school and community activities and community service.
- Qualified applicants must complete an application and enclose a high school/college transcript and send to the Shelby County Farm Bureau Foundation, Route 128 North, PO Box 409, Shelbyville, IL 62565.
- A minimum of two letters of recommendation from individuals not related to the applicant must be forwarded to the Shelby County Farm Bureau Foundation, Route 128 North, PO Box 409, Shelbyville, IL 62565.
- Scholarship funds will be credited to the applicant's account at the school they attend following certification that the applicant is enrolled. One-half of the funds will be distributed after successful completion of the first semester upon proof of grades. The second one-half of the funds will be distributed after successful completion of the second semester upon proof of grades. A "C"� average must be maintained each semester.
We would like to thank all of those who have willingly donated their time and money to the Chris Barker Memorial Scholarship. Your loving friendship and support is greatly appreciated. Our deepest gratitude is sent out to each and every one. True friends shine the brightest during the darkest hours.
God Bless You All,
The Barker Family
It is not the number of years in your life that count; it is the life in your years.
                                                                                                                                                                                                     
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