b'20022011Nathaniel Riesen The Ray FamilyNathaniel Riesen, a member ofSiblings Peggy Gilbert, Bill our residential program since 2002,Ray, and Kitty Sturgis discuss the who can usually be seen walking theopportunities NEV provides to their grounds here at New England Village,sister Sue, and why they each donate likes to stay active, so it comes as notheir time, talent, and treasure to the surprise that one of his favorite thingsorganization. to do here is to swim in the pool at theWe have always been grateful Sollar Wellness Center.that our parents discovered NEV Beyond that, Nathanielbefore they passed on. They died appreciates traditions, especiallyknowing that our sister, Sue Ray, was his birthday custom of going out tothriving in her home at House 1. They dinner with friend Heidi W., followed bywould be delighted by the changes blowing out the candles on what heand growth that have occurred at the 44 calls his chocolate bomb cake thatVillage, including the construction of Program Manager Carol Vienneauthe Sollar Wellness Center and the gives him each year. Traditions trulyNathaniel Riesen Efron Center for Enrichment. New England Villageare an important part of life! Three of us have had the honor of being board members for several terms. We feel that it is important for our family to have an understanding of the current challenges facing the Village and to offer any expertise we might have. It has been rewarding interacting with administrators, staff, and other family members who share our commitment to NEV. Serving on the board and supporting the Village financially has enabled us to honor our parents wish that we stay involved in Sues life in a meaningful way.The Ray FamilyNEV_50Year_95x95_v5Final.indd 44 6/8/22 4:33 PM'