-
Schroeder, Bob
DLP Profile Hall of Fame Nomination Bob does all the work to put together education for our workshops. He listens to what members would like to see presented and then attempts to make them happen. He sets up speakers from within our own ranks and also often from the gardening community. We have also benefited…
-
Schroeder, Terry
Federation Hall of Fame Nomination Terry Schroeder Terry is a tireless worker for the Federation of NW Dahlias Growers. She has been the Federation secretary for many years. Taking notes during meetings and sending them to executive board members for approval. Terry has worked closely with the past two Federation presidents, who both appreciated her…
-
Sell, Curt
Federation of Northwest Dahlia Growers Hall of Fame DLP Profile Hall of Fame Nomination Because of illness, Curt Sell is no longer a household name in the dahlia community, but he is the epitome of what a member of the Federation hall of fame should be. He has worked tirelessly to promote the dahlia among…
-
Smith, David & Leone – Chimacum & Valley Dahlias
Dahlia Legacy Profile Background David and Leone Smith started growing dahlias in 1982, purchasing two plants from Burpees. They heard about the Puget Sound Dahlia Club being a good source for learning about dahlias. Since the Smiths lived in NE Tacoma (Dash Point), it was recommended that they attend the Washington State Dahlia Club meeting. …
-
Snell, Frank & Margaret
DLP Profile Hall of Fame Nomination 2010 Nominee The Vancouver Dahlia Society (VDS) recognized Frank Snell’s contributions to the dahlia world in 2004 when he and his wife, Margaret, were awarded Honourary Lifetime Memberships. Although we lost Frank in 2009, we continue to benefit from Margaret’s contributions to the world of dahlias, the Federation, and…
-
Surber, Bob & Ruth
Dahlia Legacy Profile Date of Profile Submitted: September 1, 2023 Author: Annie Walker Dahlia Legend’s Full Name: Bob & Ruth Surber The early 1990s were turbulent times for the Puget Sound Dahlia Association. Club founder (and often president), Phil Traff, died tragically in 1992 at only 43 years of age. Phil had been ill for…
-
Traff, Phillip C
Dahlia Legacy Profile Phil Traff was the most important and influential visionary in Northwest dahlia history. His primary legacy was his constant quest for innovation. Many of his ideas have permanently changed the face of Northwest organizations, shows, and judging. Phil was born in Aberdeen, WA and pretty much grew up among dahlias. His mother,…
-
Verrone, Roland
DLP Profile Hall of Fame Nomination Evergreen State Dahlia Association nominates Roland Verrone for the Federation of Northwest Growers Hall of Fame. Roland’s interest in dahlias begin in the late 1980s when he was encouraged by Evie Gullikson to start growing and exhibiting dahlias at local shows. The first dahlia he exhibited was April Dawn.…
-
Walker, Roger
Dahlia Legacy Profile Dahlia Legacy Project Roger Walker Profile Composed by Susan and Dick Ambrose – January 2023 Roger Walker’s mantra is “Beware of the Phil Traffs of the world.” Roger grew up on a farm in the Skagit flats. Mostly they grew cut flowers — lots of tulips and daffodils. They had several…
-
Walt Jacenko
Walt in his dahlia garden
