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Pickleball Volunteer – Pattie Parece
Pattie Parece is a dual-certified Pickleball Pro Instructor whose dedication to the sport is matched only by her passion for giving back to the community. In an inspiring display of determination, Pattie went undefeated in Skinny Singles to win gold and qualify for the Senior Games Nationals. The very next day, while competing in women’s…
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Hike Guide – Beth Jussaume
Favorite Conservation Area: Gumpus Pond Conservation Area Beth Jussaume grew up in Pelham exploring the outdoors and continues to find joy, peace, and connection in nature. As the Volunteer Hike Guide for Pelham Pathways, Beth is the heart behind our community hikes—scheduling events and supporting volunteer guides who share her passion for the outdoors. An…
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Pickleball Volunteer – Gretchen & Chris Brunelle
Pelham Pickleball MVPs (Most Valuable Volunteers) If you’ve attended a Pelham Pickleball fundraiser, tournament, or social event, chances are you’ve seen—or heard—the dynamic duo of Gretchen and Chris Brunelle in action. Gretchen Brunelle: Our Raffle Queen & “Zip Tie Lady” Gretchen is the creative force behind our ever-popular raffle baskets. She tirelessly collects donations from…
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Pickleball Volunteer – Lynn Gannon
If you’ve spent any time on the pickleball courts in Pelham, chances are you’ve seen Lynn Gannon in action—either playing with enthusiasm or helping new players discover the game she loves. A lifelong athlete with a fearless spirit, Lynn was once dubbed a tomboy for her willingness to jump into any sport. Today, that same…
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Pickleball Volunteer – Karen Sullivan
If you’ve been to the courts in Pelham, chances are you’ve seen Karen Sullivan—paddle in hand, smile on her face, and ready to help anyone who wants to learn or improve their game. A retired snowbird, Karen splits her time between Pelham and Fort Myers, Florida, where she first picked up pickleball 2½ years ago…
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Pickleball Volunteer – Lynn Hildreth
Meet Lynne Hildreth – Pelham’s Volunteer Pickleball Coordinator If you’ve played pickleball in Pelham, chances are you’ve met Lynne Hildreth—or you’ve benefited from her behind-the-scenes work. As Pelham’s dedicated Volunteer Pickleball Coordinator, Lynne has been the driving force behind building a vibrant, welcoming, and growing pickleball community of over 700 players. Lynne and her husband…
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Pickleball Volunteer – Don Davis
Don Davis is a working grandparent who believes in staying active and helping others do the same. Inspired by conversations with people in their 90s who are still out walking every day, Don lives by four simple truths they all share: keep moving, eat lightly, stay positive, and always have something to look forward to.…
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Hike Guide – Paul Gagnon
Paul Gagnon brings a lifetime of outdoor experience and a deep connection to Pelham’s conservation land to his role as a volunteer hike guide with Pelham Pathways. A retired engineer who spent 29 years at Bell Laboratories and Lucent Technologies, Paul continued his career by founding and running his own construction business for 12 years…
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Hike Guide – Dorayne Passler
Dorayne is a retired clinical chemist who spent her career in the biomedical field, but her true passion has always been the great outdoors. A lifelong nature enthusiast, she finds deep joy in hiking and walking—drawn to the beauty of wildlife, wildflowers, trees, and the peaceful rhythms of the natural world. For Dorayne, time on…
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Hike Guide: Marc Duquette
Marc is an Environmental Engineer by profession and a dedicated grandfather of two who brings both curiosity and passion to his role as a volunteer trail guide. When he’s not working full time or spending time with his grandsons, Marc can be found tending to his expansive organic garden or exploring Pelham’s conservation lands. Marc…