Congratulations to Gil and Janet Smith and their two children, for being named Family Services Incorporated Family of the Year. The Smiths were honored at a ceremony last night at the Purdue University Ballrooms. The family was chosen as an example of a strong, healthy family. They are foster parents through the Villages, active in mission work through their church, and volunteer with local service projects.Other National Family Week award winners include: Chella Foster-Flynn for her poster; Alicia Casilles for her essay; Tempest Homes Scholarship winner -Kailee Jensen; Volunteer of the Year- Dave Williams; Business Partner of the Year-Hippensteel Funeral Home; Lillian Kaplan Human Service Award - Indiana District 4 Pro Bono Corporation; and the Family Advocacy Award-State Representative Sheila Klinker.
