The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri, on Thursday afternoon, announced the creation of a special fund to honor Howie Lynch of Trenton, who passed away in July after a battle with cancer. Lynch was a long-time coach, player, and supporter of sports programs in the Trenton community and involving Trenton High School, wishes that included a new and permanent concession stand at the Ebbe Sports Complex, the softball facility on the south side of the Trenton High School/Middle School grounds.
At the request of Lynch’s family, monies received from the fund will go directly towards creating a new concession stand area, adding to the memorial contributions designated for the Ebbe Sports Complex at the time of Howie’s death.
All contributions to the fund will be tax-deductible. Donations can be mailed to : The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri, 1006 West St. Maartens Drive, Suite B, St. Joseph, MO 64506. Board member Steve Maxey can be reached with donation related questions at (660) 359-7244, in addition to the foundation directly at (816) 232-2022.