Senior Games founder retires

Goshen — The Orange County Senior Games committee honored retiring Parks Commissioner Graham Skea with a “Lifetime Spirit of the Games Award” on Saturday, Sept. 17, during Games Day at the Thomas Bull Memorial Park. Skea is a founder of the Orange County Senior Games, one of the largest in New York State. He was presented with the award by co-founder Mary Lou McCarville, assistant director of the Office for the Aging, and present co-chairs Anne Coon and Tom Quinlisk. McCarville cited Skea’s dedication and commitment to senior fitness during his 22-year duration. The Senior Games are held each year in September and run for two weeks. Over 35 events were held at fifteen sites throughout Orange County this year. For more information, call 845-291-2150.