To our NCIL family,
As people may have heard, our Executive Director’s wife – Merle – passed away Sunday after living 9 years with cancer. During this difficult time, Kelly has been given leave so that Kelly and his son Rodney may be together with their family and friends.
Many of us have treasured our relationship with Merle who has supported Kelly, NCIL, and the Independent Living Movement with true grace over many years. If you’d like to send a card or note to Kelly and his family, you may send them to NCIL’s office at 2013 H Street NW, 6th Floor, Washington, DC 20006. Our staff will forward all cards and notes to the Bucklands, as they are currently together in Idaho.
During Kelly’s leave, Tim Fuchs – NCIL Operations Director – has been appointed Acting Executive Director. Tim and the NCIL staff are ensuring that the work of the organization continues uninterrupted. I want to express the board’s appreciation to Tim and the staff for their tireless efforts.
And thank you all for your thoughts and support in this difficult time for the Bucklands and our whole NCIL family.
Bruce Darling
NCIL President
