ROTARY MEMBER SPOTLIGHT IS HERE!
Each month we will feature one of the many Glen Ellyn Rotary members that make such a difference in our communities. These are people that fill many roles in their day to day lives and apply Rotary values in everything they do. This month’s member is Al Lewek. Al is a long serving member of the club and a trusted Glen Ellyn business owner. He coordinates our guest speakers.
When did you become a Rotarian?
The Fall of 1988 in Glen Ellyn.
Why did you join Rotary?
Over the years, I was fortunate to get to know many long-time business owners & community leaders who were members of Kiwanis, Lions or Rotary. They took great pride in serving the community. When I was looking for a way to give back to the community that had accepted and supported me & my business for many years, longtime friend Ken Moreen said Rotary was the only way to go and got me involved.
What is your best Rotary memory?
The best memories are of the many great people I got to know & work on projects with, many who are unfortunately not with us anymore.
What are some of your hobbies/interests outside of Rotary?
Travel, searching for antiques (1930’s radios and interesting books & magazines) Ham Radio and gardening.
What is one fun fact about you that no one might know?
I used to be quite involved with gymkhana auto racing, having run a 1961 Mini & a 1969 Camaro. Also, I’ve been riding motorcycles since high school.