I want to express my sincere gratitude for the amazing retirement party that was put on for my father, Larry Lehman. First, I would like to thank the planning committee. Not a single detail was left behind, from the decorations, to the speeches, to the slide show, to the entertainment. The whole family is still in awe over everything that occurred.

Second, I want to thank Outwest Catering and Crabbys Underground for providing an amazing prime rib and fish dinner and bottles of wine at each table. The amount of work everyone put into the dinner was incredible. 

Third, I want to thank Cheryl Stewart from Calico Country for all the beautiful flower arrangements at every table.

Fourth, I want to thank Marv Anderson from Master Printers for all the printing. The placemats were priceless as they have been framed as a memory.

Fifth, I want to thank the tribes for their generous donation.

Finally, I want to thank the nearly 400 people who attended this sold-out event.

Because of all the generosity by the Pendleton community, this event was truly a memorable event that Larry and his family will cherish always. 

I was truly amazed at everything that has occurred over the last 18 years and I was even comforted to know that Larry wasnt just cheap with his own children. 

Toni Lehman

Kennewick, Wash.