I was born in Muskogee, Oklahoma, a LONG time ago. Moved to California in 1944. I was a Dental Assistant for 17 years, then taught and headed the Dental Assistant Program at Cerritos College for 19 years retired in 1984. Jim & I joined Orange Coast Radio Control Club in 1990. I became the Secretary and Newsletter Editor shortly after joining the club and continued to hold those offices until 2008 when I retired. I even built my own airplane, a Sig Trainer, and did my solo performance on April 26, 1993 at Mile Square Park in Fountain Valley, CA and flew there until the site closed in 1999; then flew a few times at El Toro Marine Corps base (after it was officially closed by the Navy)until that field was closed. Flying was a late in life adventure thoroughly enjoyed by both my husband and me.
I received several awards and plaques from my club the George Gibson, (the highest honor that is given by our club and only one time) the Toys for Kids Whitsitt, Woman of the Year 2003 and numerous others. Of course, the one I received when I retired Distinguished Service Award and the two from AMA 2008 Superior Service Award for doing the District X Calendar for five years and again the Fellowship Award for which I am still reeling Its so wonderful.
Betty Bliss
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