Minutes of the 2022 Kothmann Family Reunion
DATE: June 11, 2022
PLACE: Pioneer Pavilion , Lady Bird Johnson Park, Fredericksburg, TX
CHAIRPERSONS: Katherine Whitworth and Ned Whitworth Samson
ATTENDANCE: Approximately 257
MEAL: A BAR-B-Q lunch, catered by Eli Kuhlmann, was served at 11:30 AM and enjoyed by all. Desserts were provided by family members and shared by all present. The blessing for the meal was given by Mort Kothmann.
Mort Kothmann called the business meeting to order at 1:00 PM.
As there were no changes or corrections to the 2019 minutes they were accepted as presented on the Kothmann website.
Ned Samson gave the treasurer's report.
Dora Wright read the names of the deceased family members since the last reunion and a moment of silence was requested in remembrance of them. Dora also reminded us that there are copies of the Kothmann cookbook and the last printed Kothmann book available for sale. There is a possibility of another cookbook.
Mort Kothmann also brought up that the Kothmann cemetery in Art needs some maintenance on the rock walls. It was requested by Leon Kothmann that it be postponed until at least October for cooler weather.
Kevin Kothmann was recognized for his work in mowing and maintaining the cemetery.
Dora Wright gave the following historical report:
HISTORICAL REPORT - JUNE 11, 2022
Direct Descendants 4463
Spouses 2105
Direct Descendants-Living 3648
Spouses-Living 1526
Living Members (Descendants & Spouses) 5174
Total Members (Descendants & Spouses) 6568
Generation
9 (91 members, first one born in 1993 (29 years old)
Only 59 males (out of 1492) in 7th generation with/Kothmann name.
Only 13 males (out of 1189) in 8th generation with Kothmann name
Gwen Gilbert moved that the 2017 minutes be amended to show the treasurer's name as Edward, not Eduardo. The motion passed. Jess Black will make the change.
NEW BUSINESS:
SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
OLDEST MEMBER PRESENT: Glenn Kothmann, 94
YOUNGEST MEMBER PRESENT: Peyton Kuhlmann, 5 weeks. Peyton's father was the youngest member in attendance 31 years ago at the 36th Kothmann reunion.
MEMBER WHO TRAVELLED THE MOST DISTANCE: Kristin Lynn Kothmann Towfighi and her husband Afshawn and daughter Annelin
FAMILY NUMBER WITH THE MOST DESCENDANTS PRESENT: Mort & Kathy Kothmann
COUPLE MARRIED THE LONGEST: Jerry & Don Daniel, 66 years
NEWEST MARRIED: Jaycie & Brenan Baglietto , 8 months
ATTENDING FOR THE FIRST TIME: There were too many to list which is great news and we welcome all of you.
Mort thanked Eli Kuhlmann for the delicious lunch and his generosity in providing it to us at his cost.
NEW BUSINESS:
Mort said there had been a suggestion that we determine who is responsible for chairing the next reunion using a rotation through the family member numbers. The family members could decide among themselves who would take which responsibility. Katherine Whitworth announced that she supported the idea and volunteered to be chairman for the 2024 reunion along with a member of family 1, Katy Haby. We welcome their participation and look forward to the next reunion.
A motion as made by Leslie Whitworth that the next reunion be held again at the Pioneer Pavilion on June 8, 2024. The motion was seconded and passed.
Gwen Gilbert asked that everyone be sure to update addresses and emails with Dora to facilitate sending the invitations. Postage costs have increased and we need to do everything possible to minimize them.
The meeting was adjourned.
Attachments:
Book Committee Financial Report- Dora Wright
Reunion Treasurer's Report-Edward Samson
FINANCIAL REPORT June 11, 2022
BOOK COMMITTEE
| Checking Account - Mason National Bank - '19 Reunion Balance | $9,182.45 |
EXPENSES:
| 2019 Reunion mail out expense | -784.81 |
| 2019 Reunion Expense: name tags, ink | -295.00 |
| Cemetery Wreaths | - 82.18 |
| Online Back-up Service | -113.2 |
| Publishing Cookbook | -5,709.38 |
| Book Mailout | -613.39 |
| Total Expenses | -7,598.24 |
INCOME:
| 5th edition book sales @ $!00.00 | +1,100.00 |
| Cookbooks (492 books) | 12,300.00 |
| 1951 book sales | 120.00 |
| Cash, various book sales | 900.00 |
| Mailing Income: | |
| History book postage | 30.00 |
| Cookbook postage | 750.00 |
| Donations | 45.00 |
| Total Income | 15,245.00 |
Balance 6/10/2022 $16,829.21
CEMETERY FOUNDATION
Menard National Bank Balance ($1 added to keep account open) $1,320.47
CASH ON HAND $307.00
KOTHMANN REUNION FUND, LLC account at Mason Commercial Bank
| Balance after 2019 Reunion Expenses | $9,867.50 | |
| Expenses for 2022 Reunion: | ||
| Catering | 2,256.00 | |
| Pioneer Pavillion Rental | 625.00 | |
| Bank Deposit Stamp | 17.31 | |
| Additional Expenses | 91.69 | _________ |
| Total Expenses | 2,990.00 | |
| Total Registration Fees | 3,615.00 | |
| __________ | ||
| Account Balance as of June 13, 2022 | $10,492.50 |
Return to Reunion Minutes webpage.