Rotarian of the Month - Rosslyn Ray

Posted by Maggie Garey 
on Dec 02, 2013
 

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An avid genealogist and amateur chef, Ross is an active member of the RCoM. In her 17 years as a Rotarian, she has wholeheartedly contributed to all five Avenues of Rotary service - Club, Vocational, Community, International and Youth. She has served as a Board Member of the RCoM for 13 years, served as Club President in (2002/03) and, currently, Ross is an Assistant Governor working with the 8 local Rotary Clubs in the Carpinteria to Goleta area. Ross was recognized as Montecito “Rotarian of the Year” last year.   

 
Originally from the Australian gold mining town of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Ross graduated from La Trobe, University, Melbourne. Her career as a teacher and school administrator spanned many years in Australia. In 1996, she was inspired to join the Glenhaven Rotary club as one of the early female members. Ross soon realized that her personal efforts and values could be magnified by the power of Rotary International. Her Rotary “family” quickly expanded with her hosting of Rotary Exchange Students from Japan, Sweden, Germany, South Africa, Belgium and Denmark.  Ross joined the RCoM in 1999 when she and her husband, Murray, relocated to Santa Barbara.

Ross not only retained her good humor, wit and charming Australian accent, but has also kept her high school sweetheart. The Rays will celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary this year. They have two grown children, two grandchildren and a world of Rotarians who consider them family.

The RCoM celebrates its 60th year of community service and supports both local and international humanitarian projects.   We are part of Rotary International, a worldwide group of business and professional leaders.  The club meets every Tuesday for a delicious, informative, and collegial luncheon at the iconic Montecito Country Club.  

For more information about attending a luncheon or joining the RCM, please contact Club President John Glanville at (805) 565-3334