Child Development Center remembers long-time volunteer Fidel

FALLBROOK – Rayne D. Fidel was recently honored by the staff and board of directors of the Fallbrook Child Development Center. Fidel volunteered at the Center for 25 years until her recent passing at the age of 84.

Reva Reece, center director, remembers Fidel for her total devotion to the children. "Rayne helped us so much in those early days supplying new library books each week for the children, then working with the 4-year-old children, teaching them to write their names."

Board president Susan Lucy, who served with Fidel, remembers her as the devoted volunteer who was at the Center several days a week. "She was one of those quiet volunteers, like so many of her generation, who gave selflessly because that is what you are supposed to do."

A plaque, designed by board member Nicole Becker and her husband Frank, has been placed on a tree overlooking the playground where the children play. Kerry Breem, Fidel's daughter, came to view the plaque, share stories about her mother, and join the children singing nursery rhymes. It was a joyful celebration for everyone.

To learn more about the center, contact Reece at (760) 728-5402 or visit Fallbrookchilddevelopmentcenter.org.