[villagerjack]

It was rude

[yabbadu]

Originally Posted by Warren Kiefer

I am shocked to see that the new rec center will be named after John Rohan. Why would those who make such decisions rank Rohan up there with Bogart, Bacall, Roosevelt, Truman, and Sharon Morse. I just don't get it with this decision. At the very least, it should have been named the Gary Morse Rec Center before ever considering naming it after a staff member. Couldn't they have found some more important to honor.

A VERY SAD Post!

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by mickey100

I'm shocked at the nasty posts in response to Warren. He was just voicing his opinion that mr. Rohan doesn't rank up there with former Presidents. He didn't attack Rohan or say he wasn't important. He said he thought there were other people that were more important. Why such vitriol? Great way to start 2015 on TOTV. Friendly Villagers, hmmmm.

Perhaps a reread of the OP is in order...........................

[yabbadu]

Originally Posted by Bogie Shooter

Perhaps a reread of the OP is in order...........................

I did re-read it over and still find it mean spirited to start the New Year!

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by yabbadu

I did re-read it over and still find it mean spirited to start the New Year!

I agree Yabbadu, but Bogie was responding to m. Bogie agrees with you too..

I feel, I don't know, that Gary Morse would NOT want any honors or buildings. He never tried to get attention. But I think it is really nice that John Rohan is being honored. AND he well could be as fine a person as any president. He and the bunch of people that grew this place through their careful plans and hard work deserve all of the credit they can get.

They created something never seen on this earth before; a wonderful place to grow young.

[Birdie Dreamer]

Originally Posted by mickey100

I'm shocked at the nasty posts in response to Warren. He was just voicing his opinion that mr. Rohan doesn't rank up there with former Presidents. He didn't attack Rohan or say he wasn't important. He said he thought there were other people that were more important. Why such vitriol? Great way to start 2015 on TOTV. Friendly Villagers, hmmmm.

The OP was rude and clearly intended to disparage Mr Rohan. There is no Roosevelt, Sharon Morse or Bogart Rec center. His examples are not factual and undoubtedly intended to bolster his personal opinion. Probably why a lot of posters are taking exception to his post.

[golf2140]

Originally Posted by mickey100

I'm shocked at the nasty posts in response to Warren. He was just voicing his opinion that mr. Rohan doesn't rank up there with former Presidents. He didn't attack Rohan or say he wasn't important. He said he thought there were other people that were more important. Why such vitriol? Great way to start 2015 on TOTV. Friendly Villagers, hmmmm.

Maybe because the posts are always negative !!!!!!!!

[applesoffh]

Calm down! It's a rec center, not a national monument. The powers that be can name it anything they want.

[Cisco Kid]

Well this is such a Happy New Year Thread.

I feel the need to be the 1st one this year to say,,,,,,

IF YOU DON"T LIKE IT ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

But I won't

[Jack&Pam]

I am for the name. There is no other named Rec Center in the villages that so many of us can really feel a personal positive emotion to. He should be honored.

[NotGolfer]

Originally Posted by applesoffh

Calm down! It's a rec center, not a national monument. The powers that be can name it anything they want.

Agree with this statement! It's a tribute to a man (whom most of us don't personally know) who must garner respect from his bosses for a job well done. I say "good for Mr. Rohan!"

[TVMayor]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

I agree Yabbadu, but Bogie was responding to m. Bogie agrees with you too..

I feel, I don't know, that Gary Morse would NOT want any honors or buildings. He never tried to get attention. But I think it is really nice that John Rohan is being honored. AND he well could be as fine a person as any president. He and the bunch of people that grew this place through their careful plans and hard work deserve all of the credit they can get.

They created something never seen on this earth before; a wonderful place to grow young.

I was wrong when I said gas prices were going to continue to rise but I know I am right when I say the Morse memorial will be a one of a kind breath taking building. As far as Morse not wanting attention, the people/relatives that loved and admired him are in charge now.

[Dynsol]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

I agree Yabbadu, but Bogie was responding to m. Bogie agrees with you too..

I feel, I don't know, that Gary Morse would NOT want any honors or buildings. He never tried to get attention. But I think it is really nice that John Rohan is being honored. AND he well could be as fine a person as any president. He and the bunch of people that grew this place through their careful plans and hard work deserve all of the credit they can get.

They created something never seen on this earth before; a wonderful place to grow young.

Well said!

[Bonny]

John Rohan is an awesome guy who has worked many years for the Villages.
I think it's great that they named it after him !!
Congrats to John !!

[kcrazorbackfan]

Originally Posted by mickey100

I'm shocked at the nasty posts in response to Warren. He was just voicing his opinion that mr. Rohan doesn't rank up there with former Presidents. He didn't attack Rohan or say he wasn't important. He said he thought there were other people that were more important. Why such vitriol? Great way to start 2015 on TOTV. Friendly Villagers, hmmmm.

Originally Posted by villagerjack

It was rude

Actually, he didn't have to say that Mr. Rohan wasn't important, his implication that his name shouldn't be on there was enough. Wouldn't this be a dull place if no one could speak their mind if they don't like something?