ACBL Charitable Recognition Awards
District 16 2025 Lifetime Appointments
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By Jack LaVigne
President D16
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Ken & Constance Javor
Unit 183 Denton
I am also delighted to announce Constance and Ken Javor, Unit 183 Denton, as the recipients of the ACBL Charitable Recognition Appointments. This prestigious lifetime honor is awarded to individuals who actively engage in and/or encourage others to participate in charitable
endeavors. Ken and Constance Javor run the Denton Bridge Studio in Denton.
Constance is a native Texan who was raised on the Texas Gulf Coast. She and husband Ken raised two children, and are now enjoying their four grandchildren who live nearby.
During her career as a teacher and Secondary Science Curriculum Specialist Constance taught in
nine school districts across two states. She and Ken married in 1969 as college juniors and learned bridge at that time. For many years, they played only social bridge, but after moving to Denton in 2013 they became hooked on playing duplicate. Their enthusiasm for the game led them to obtain their Club Director and Local Sectional Director certifications.
Ken was fortunate to participate in lessons taught by Jo Bryan, Kim Brinkman, and the late Tom Miyake. All three instructors were excellent, helping to improve Ken’s game. He served as a director for BBO, the Denton Bridge Studio, and Robson Ranch BC. Additionally, he held the roles of club manager and tournament director for the Denton Bridge Studio, and served as president of the Robson Ranch BC.
Ken’s partnership with his wife is both challenging and rewarding. Grateful for the many people who took them under their wings and tutored them to become better players, they strive to pay it forward by encouraging and helping new players they encounter.
Past Recipients
2024
Nancy Strohmer, Houston
Cynthia Benton, Fort Worth
2023
Susanne Caufield, Hutto
Stuart Nelan, Melissa
2022
Cindy Cox
Jeanne Phelps
2021
Mary J. McGinnis, Dallas
Kathleen McDougall, Richmond
2020
Rachell Jackson, Austin
Linda Briggs, Beaumont
2019
Kathleen Malcomson, Richmond
Lynn Sykes, Belton
2017
Elizabeth Ghrist, Houston
Carolyn Worsham, Port Arthur
2016
Linda Spangler, Fort Worth
Cheryl Clark, Dallas
Mr. & Mrs. Jack Boone, Dallas
Mr. & Mrs. George Trenholm, Dallas
2015
Abbie LeCesne, Houston
Sidney Lazard, Dallas
2014
Beverly Cheatham, Houston
Errol LeCesne, Houston
2013
Chuck Ensor, Seabrook
Hugh Hillaker, Grand Prairie
Bert Onstott, Stafford
2012
Bob Dowlen, Houston
2011
Leslie Conant, Dallas
Sally Blewett, Beaumont
2010
Delores Jensen, Alamo
Rene Wallace, Mission
2009
Karen Nimmons, Houston
Dorsey Shaw, Plano
2008
Alla Mae Westbrook, McAllen
Bob Hamman, Dallas
2007
Norm Gautier, The Woodland
Tom Hughes Jr., Fort Worth
2006
Roxana Tom, Campbellton
Janise Saul, San Antonio
2005
Betty Lowmiller, Lubbock
Ed Rawlinson, Helotes
2004
*Carol Schoenhals, Lubbock
Marsha Bernstein, Houston
2003
Laura Dee, Nacogdoches
Betty Starzec, Sugar Land
2002
Betty Hatley, Houston
*Sue Gardiner, Midland
2001
Edith Rosenkranz, Mexico
George Rosenkranz, Mexico
2000
Mariann Hadden, San Antonio
Mary Hoger, Fort Worth
1999
*Mrs. W.E. Tindall, San Augustine
Carol Campbell, Universal City
1998
Moises Ades, Mexico City
Catherine Bertrand, Garland
*Dan Morse, Houston
1997
Ricki Perry, Midland
Evelyn B. Hopson, Houston
1996
*Roger W. Chalfant, Houston
Eileen J. Smith, Dallas
1995
*George Dawkins, Austin
Rosemary Kelley, Austin
1994
Petra Hamman, Dallas
Phillip Grothus, San Antonio
1993
Toni Lavigne, Houston
Sterling Hicks, Dallas
1992
John McCormack, Dallas
Mary Williams, Leander
1991
Ziggy Tucker, San Antonio
Jacqueline Tucker, San Antonio
1990
Rosemary Lacy, Round Rock
Arlene Weingarten, Houston
1989
Ann Roberts, Garland
Mary Ross, Corpus Christi
1988
Betty K. Freedman, Houston
Ken Wilson, Lubbock
1987
Cleo Tucker, Nocodouches
Gerrie Owen, Garland
1986
Jerry Mark, Abilene
Mary Anna Mark, Abilene
1985
Vickie Davis, Dallas
Penny Snow, Houston
1984
Derrell Childs, Garland
Louise Childs, Garland
1983
Gerry Veselka, Houston
George B. Gray, San Antonio
1982
Dr. Henry Gardner, Fort Worth
Jerre Gardner, Fort Worth
1981
Anne Georges, El Paso
Lt. Col. Joe Musumeci, Richardson
1980
Christine Hayter, Lubbock
S.J. Lawrence, El Paso
1979
Reeves Murphey, Tyler
Jane Reid, Corpus Christi
1978
*Malcolm Brachman, Dallas
*Mrs. Malcolm Brachman, Dallas
1977
George S. Finley, San Angelo
Reba Jo Fizer, Fort Worth
1976
Barbara Norwood, Austin
Sam Keen Jr, San Antonio
1975
W. Ed Allen, Beaumont
*Emma Jean Hawes, Fort Worth
1974
Shirley Dillon, Beaumont
*Dan Morse, Houston
1973
Carol Klar, Houston
Don E. Baxter, Dallas
1972
B.J. Wilson, San Antonio
Bob Norwood, Austin
1971
Dorothy Moore, Dallas
Jim McGrew, Austin
1970
Mr. & Mrs. Sam J. Beard Jr., Dallas
1968
Mr. & Mrs. James Muirhead, Dallas
1969
Mr. & Mrs. George Trenholm, Dallas
1967
Mrs. John E. McLean, Fort Worth
Ben Fain, Houston
1964
Mr. & Mrs. Homer Mason, San Antonio
1963
Mr. & Mrs. Walter Goodman, Dallas
1962
Mrs. Percy Jones, Abilene
Robert Scott, San Angelo
1961
Mrs. Jerry Lewis, Dallas
Col. William Alston, San Antonio
1960
Ruth Carter, Dallas
Paul Hodge, Abilene
Additional members
Bart Bramley, Dallas
Bob Dowlen, Houston
Jerome Engen, Austin
Donald Evans, Forreston
*Clint McBroome, Lubbock
Patricia McDaniel, Austin
Suzy Millham, Hooks
Ken Monzingo, Fort Worth
Tony Snow, Houston
Arlene Weingarten, Houston
*Ken Wilson, Lubbock
Ruby Woods, San Angelo