10/09/2026
Some people leave a lasting mark on an organization, and Shane Roberts Walton certainly left his on our BNI Total Networking Team.
During our last meeting on Thursday morning, our chapter had the privilege of honoring Shane's memory by dedicating special bench we commissioned in his honor to be placed in The Grove-KY behind Ralphie's. We were grateful to have his family join us as we shared some of our favorite stories, remembered the laughter he brought to our meetings, and unveiled a bench and plaque that will serve as a lasting tribute to him.
Shane was more than a founding member of our chapter. He was the one who gave the Total Networking Team its name, helped bring so many of us into the group, and served as a mentor and friend to countless members over the years.
It was a special morning filled with both laughter and tears, and a reminder that BNI has always been about much more than passing referrals. It's about the friendships we build, the people we encourage, and the impact we leave on one another's lives.
We're thankful to Shane's family for sharing him with our BNI family for so many years. His presence is deeply missed, but his influence will continue to be felt in our chapter for years to come.
We hope that bench will be a place where friends can sit, share a story, enjoy a laugh, and remember a man who meant so much to so many.