Walnut Grove in Sacramento County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

Charles “Chuck” Tison

October 8, 1930 – September 24, 2002

Photographed by Syd Whittle, October 30, 2010

1. Charles “Chuck” Tison Marker

Inscription. Charles “Chuck” Tison and his wife Betty moved to Walnut Grove in 1956 where they raised four children who all attended local schools. In 1969 the couple formed the Ti-Gas Company, a LP Gas sales & service distributor which is still a vital part of the community. Known for his kindness and generosity, Chuck was very active in all of the local Delta communities, including local churches, schools and other community activities from Charlesburg to Rio Vista, Chuck Tison joined the Rotary Club of Walnut Grove in 1973 and was an active member at the time of his death. Chuck Tison exemplified the values of the Rotary International, “Service Above Self,” in all he did in his 35 years of commitment to the local communities of the Delta as both a resident and local businessman. In recognition of his lifetime of service to his community, the Rotary Club of Walnut Grove is honoring Charles “Chuck” Tison with a Rotary International District 5180 Lifetime Service Award.
Lifetime Service Award

Erected by The Rotary Club of Walnut Grove.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Industry & Commerce

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• Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Rotary International series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1956.

Location. 38° 14.841′ N, 121° 30.58′ W. Marker is in Walnut Grove, California, in Sacramento County. It is at the intersection of River Road (County Road E13) and Levee Road, on the right when traveling north on River Road. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 13993 River Road (County Road E13), Walnut Grove CA 95690, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in California’s Sacramento Metro,

in Sacramento Valley,

and specifically in the Central Valley.

It is also on the American Pacific Coast.

Globally, it is in North America,

on the Ring of Fire,

in the Pacific Rim,

in the Western Hemisphere,

in the Western World,

and in the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain

and also Mexico’s Alta California.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Delta Transmission Towers/Delta Cross Channel Gates (here, next to this marker); Walnut Grove, Est. 1850/Locke, Est. 1915 (here, next to this marker); Locke (approx. 0.2 miles away); Locke, California (approx. 0.2 miles away); Al the Wop's / Bing Lee's Noodle House (approx. ¼ mile away); Locke Memorial Park (approx. ¼ mile away); a different marker also named Locke (approx. ¼ mile away); 打更 The Bok Bok Man 更夫 (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Walnut Grove.

More about this marker. The marker, along with the Delta Transmission Towers/Delta Cross Channel Gates marker, a Rotary of Walnut Grove Sponsorship marker, and the Walnut

Kiosk at the Chuck Tison Memorial Park image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Syd Whittle, October 30, 2010

2. Kiosk at the Chuck Tison Memorial Park

The Ti-Gas Company Office and a truck are visible to the left of the kiosk.

Grove, Est. 1850 - Locke, Est 1915 marker, share a kiosk located at the Chuck Tison Memorial Park.

Rotary Club of Walnut Grove Sponsorship Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Syd Whittle, October 30, 2010

3. Rotary Club of Walnut Grove Sponsorship Marker

Rotary International
The Four Way Test of the things we think, say or do.

1. Is it the Truth?
2. Is it Fair to all concerned?
3. Will it build Goodwill and Better Friendships?
4. Will it be Beneficial to all concerned?

The Rotary Club of Walnut Grove Founded in 1948 with twenty-nine founding members, the Rotary Club of Walnut Grove has been serving the greater community areas of Locke, Ryde, New Hope, and Walnut Grove. This club's service focus has been primarily for the youth of the area through school projects, scholarships, and active participation in the International Exchange program of Rotary International.

The Rotary Club of Walnut Grove is honored to be sponsoring this reflection memorial in recognition and honor of our friend Chuck Tison, and in recognition of the 100 years of service by Rotary International. May this place always act as a reminder of all Chuck has done, and that we can do in in service above self.

Credits. This page was last revised on November 7, 2019. It was originally submitted on October 31, 2010, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,501 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 31, 2010, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.