ABOVE: Custard Cup owner Andrew Seibert presents Frank Williams with an ice cream treat for his 90th birthday.
Thursday, May 8th was officially named Frank Williams Day, on the 90th birthday of the former District 118 head custodian; who retired in 2010 after 34 years of service to the district. There was a big ceremony right in front of Custard Cup, and Mayor Rickey Williams, Jr read the proclamation.
How much was Frank Williams loved and respected by both staff and students? Here’s a Danville High School memory from District 118 Board president Darlene Halloran.
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(1st Picture) Mayor Rickey Williams, Jr prepares to read Frank Williams Day Proclamation. (3rd Picture) District 118 School Board president Darlene Halloran relates a story to Frank Williams and his wife Linda.
AUDIO: When I saw kids streaking their tennis shoes along the floor leaving big black marks, all I had to say to then was, “Do you know who cleans that up. Frank cleans that up!” Then it’s “OH, I’M SORRY I’M SORRY!” And they’re down on their knees cleaning it up. That’s the respect they have for this man.
Custard Cup owner Andrew Seibert stated he just wanted to do something on top of what the family was planning; an upcoming Open House at Abundant Life Church.
Audio PlayerAUDIO: Well Frank’s family initially kicked off things with the planning of the open house they’re holding on May 25th; I approached the mayor and Darlene Halloran about doing something extra special today.
Mayor Williams had a story too, recalling one time when he was a student with his car stuck in the snow; and it was Frank Williams who came out to help him.
