Mr. William R. Sigmund’s Christian philosophy came by the way of his parents, Ray and Elise Sigmund. Ray Sigmund was a pharmacist in Beckley starting in 1930. Elsie was active in the Beckley Presbyterian Church, the Woman’s Club, and the Pink Ladies who volunteered at the local hospital. Their grandchildren described them as angels on earth. Their son Bill became a successful businessman and role model for those who aspire to improve our community. Bill Sigmund died in Jan., 2006, knowing that his family had established this fund as a Christmas gift. This Christian based fund will generate income to support interdenominational causes for those in need.