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Kay Bolin
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Jan 28, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Loveland’s Valentine Ladies: The History of a Beloved Local Tradition
A Valentine Lady is a woman who has distinguished herself by her commitment and involvement in the community, and like a Marine … once a Valentine Lady, ALWAYS a Valentine Lady. The Loveland Valentine Lady tradition began in 1972, when Dr. Roland Boike introduced the idea & coined the phrase “There is nothing in this world so sweet as love.” His secretary, Doris Pfiester, volunteered to stamp all cards, which Doris did until 1988 when her daughter, Ruth, took over the stamping. Later that...
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Jan 21, 2026 ∙ 1 min
A Lasting Tribute to Peggy Goodwin
Reflections on Peggy Goodwin's Celebration of Life by friend and fellow Valentine Lady Kay Bolin
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