Welcome to our web page

We are the Bluebills, an army of Boeing Company retirees and their spouses in western Washington.  We don't work for paychecks these days, except the kind of payoff that rewards us with a warm glow of satisfaction.  We are at work on projects that are making our communities better places to live.

In 2009, our "army" devoted nearly 84,000 hours volunteering to serve those who needed our help. (See links to Bluebill Volunteer Statistics below. Final statistics for 2009 are now included.)

Use the links at the left to find out more about us and what we're doing for our communities.

Information Directory for Boeing Retirees

Chairman's Corner

As part of our effort to increase communication, we have added a feature called the Chairman's Corner. You'll find regular messages from our Chairman, Millard Battles, highlighting new Bluebills developments and initiatives, as well as recognizing some of the wonderful efforts of Bluebills members. Former Chairman Merv Shetler shared some thoughts about Volunteering on a separate page, for us all to think about -- for ourselves, and when we talk to others about volunteering.

Shetler Turns Reins Over to Battles

Millard Battles, right, was elected chairman of the Bluebills Leadership Council at the February Meeting. A long time leader in the Bluebills, Millard was a Vice-chairman of the Council last year, after a four-year absence from the organization. Former chair, Merv Shetler, left, turned over the leadership reins after his eight years as chairman. Norma Vaughn and Bob Lambert were elected as Vice-chairs. See below for a link about Merv and his farewell ceremony in January.

Merv Shetler Bids Farewell

After eight years as Bluebills Chairman, Merv Shetler will start being even more retired beginning in February 2010, when a new Chairman will be elected. Click here to read Nancy Wright's story about Merv's time as Chairman, and the ceremony in January honoring his service.

Did you ever wonder about how many of you are volunteering and how many projects you are supporting with your time and efforts? We have put together some of our statistics since 2001 to give you an idea about how much we have done.

Of course, statistics don't tell the personal stories, or give a sense of the rewards of volunteering, or the good that is done for your communities, neighbors and friends. They also can only give a hint about the potential we have, as a group.

Only you know how much more we could be doing.
And please remember to report your volunteer hours to the Bluebills office so that your efforts can be counted and reported.

Click on the graphs at the left to see the numbers.

Our e-mail, for more information, or to tell us about Bluebill news, travels, or accomplishments you think we should cover, is bluebills@boeing.com

Our organization provides an unbeatable combination of personal satisfaction and social interaction as we continue to savor the companionship we previously enjoyed within the Boeing family.

 We invite you to learn more about us and to join us.  Membership is free.