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YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU MOURNS LOSS OF VALUED BOARD MEMBER
On June 11, 2011, New Horizons Youth Service Bureau lost a valued Board member, Rev. William Eubanks. Rev. Eubanks served on the Board of Directors since 2004, when the Youth Service Bureau was still under the leadership of its founder, Jeanne Voorhees. He was currently the Board’s vice-president, having served through four executive directors and twice as many changes in the Board’s composition.
Rev. Eubanks was a genuine, compassionate board member who had a surprising sense of humor. He always seemed to be having a good time, and could be counted on to present a wisdom and logic that could evaporate any tension or negativity in a room. He loved his community, and was very passionate about the children and the people in it, always trying to see everyone’s point of view. And when an issue involved children, community citizens, or the YSB staff, nothing could sway him from ruling in favor of what was best for the people, regardless of the impact on finances or popularity.
Rev. Eubanks was always the first one to offer help when the agency needed it. He could be seen working at all the fundraisers and any of the YSB celebrations throughout its 35 years. He was an example of service to humanity that will be hard to follow.
In remembering Rev. Eubanks, Board president Mike Whitlow stated, “Rev. Bill Eubanks was one of the finest Christian men I have known in my lifetime. As President of the board at the Youth Service Bureau I was grateful for his dedication and service as a board member and Vice President. The community lost a great advocate for the less fortunate among us, and he will be missed by all.”
Rev. Eubanks was truly a constant in the life of the Youth Service Bureau, always with the best interest of the agency and the children it serves at the forefront. He will be greatly missed by both the staff and the YSB Board of Directors.
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