In 1992 when our association was in jeopardy of being dissolved, one long-time member stepped forward to take the lead and put the SBPOA back on the road to success. That man was George Fecht. George became President.

He, and his wife Evelyn worked tirelessly to help organize fundraisers starting with the "Save our Beach" barbecue which has become an annual event renamed the "Clam-B-Cue". Other events followed, "Trash & Treasure Sale", "Field Day", Halloween Dance, New Years Eve Dance, etc. He was able to negotiate the payment for a new bulkhead that we badly needed over several years. This he did on a handshake! George attracted new board members and organized volunteers to repair our beach stairs that were destroyed by winter storms. Because the association's funds were thin, work had to be done by members who were both willing and familiar with the required work. Working with other board members, he organized work crews throughout the spring. Many of these new volunteers went on to become new board members, infusing new "blood" and ideas into the association. His efforts were truly in the spirit of the founding members of the SBPOA. George's warm smile and likable nature made it hard to say no. Eventually, when Evelyn became ill he left his leadership role to help her as the devoted man that he was. He still managed to attend some of the events he helped launch and was always there to counsel us when we asked him. George Fecht passed away on November 11, 2001. The Sound Beach Property Owner's Association that exists today was George's dream.

We will continue the dream and we all will mourn his passing. Thank you George our association will always remember your efforts for making our association and community a better place.