The family of Don Fetsko is honored to offer this scholarship in his name, and joining the Wyoming Area Scholarship program this year, 2017-2018. His devoted wife, Barbara and his daughters, Sandra, Denise and Sharon and their husbands and families have joined together in developing this award in his memory.
Don Fetsko came from humble beginnings and realized as a young man that he would need an education to achieve his life goals. After serving his country in the United States Air Force, he attended Penn State University and obtained his degree in mechanical engineering. He went on to leverage his education and his amazing work ethic to successfully run a business for decades. He worked hard his entire life, never retiring and passing at 81 years old.
He was a man with many interests and talents: music, restoring classic cars, playing tennis as an adult, and basketball and track as a high school student. Above all else he loved spending time with his family.
As a husband, father, brother, in-law, neighbor, friend and boss, his generosity knew no bounds. He gave his time, his intellect, compassion and treasure to countless people in need of some help.
We hope to use this scholarship to inspire a deserving high school senior and honor his love of life, his integrity and his many accomplishments.
Criteria: Candidates for the Donald Fetsko Memorial Scholarship are: individuals who are Wyoming Area graduating seniors, who have been accepted to a 2 or 4 year college or trade school. Preference will be given to those candidates who have participated in varsity Track or Basketball, or have had consistent part time jobs after school.
The $2000 scholarship will be given thusly: $500 will be awarded at the Celebration of Scholarships and $1500 at the end of the first semester paid to the school which recipient is attending,with all enrolled-in courses passed with at least a C, and QPA of 2.75 at that time. The Donald Fetsko selection committee will make the final decision for the award.
Required essay: In a solid essay of at least 500 words, please explain your ambitions, challenges that you may have faced, and why you are applying for this scholarship.