Press Release:
The Paolo Busti Cultural Foundation of Genesee County is pleased to announce the establishment of a one-time memorial scholarship in honor of the late Mrs. Katherine Ognibene. Kay was a dedicated Board Member and served in that capacity until her passing earlier this year. Vito Gautieri, one of the founders, said, “Kay was one person I could always count on no matter what the task. She was the lady who never said ‘no’ to work.”
While raising a family and working at the NY Telephone Company as an operator, Kay was an active member of St. Anthony’s Parish Rosary and Altar Society, St. Michael’s Society, and St. Nicholas Society. In the community, she was involved in the St. Jerome Guild and The Batavia Business and Professional Women’s Society.
In later years, Kay was a realtor in the Batavia area and earned accolades for her work. Dedication to family, school, church, and community are qualities the Paolo Bust Scholarship Committee will look for in screening potential candidates for this award.
This one-time award will be presented at the organization’s annual Scholarship Dinner to be held June 7 at 6:30 p.m. at Batavia Downs. Current scholarship applicants will be considered for this one-time award in addition to the yearly scholarships awarded by the Paolo Busti Cultural Foundation. Contributions may be made out and mailed to: Michele Fuller, 3 Wilson Street, LeRoy, NY, 14482.
Photo submitted by Annette LaBarbera
