Kelly Evans - Board Member
My name is Kelly Evans and I am a proud native of Terre Haute, Indiana, where I was born and raised.
I have a strong connection to my hometown and its community.
I have been happily married to my husband, Tyler, for a decade, and our love story spans an impressive 17 years.
We share our home with three beloved rescue dogs: Lizzie, Daisy, and Ivan. Our four-legged family members have added joy, warmth, and unconditional love to our lives. I love helping and rescuing animals and hope to open an animal rescue center one day.
Ty and I developed a love for Jeeps after buying out first Jeep Wrangler in 2017.
Ever since then, we have had a huge enthusiasm for everything Jeep related and the Jeep community!
My name is Kelly Evans and I am a proud native of Terre Haute, Indiana, where I was born and raised.
I have a strong connection to my hometown and its community.
I have been happily married to my husband, Tyler, for a decade, and our love story spans an impressive 17 years.
We share our home with three beloved rescue dogs: Lizzie, Daisy, and Ivan. Our four-legged family members have added joy, warmth, and unconditional love to our lives. I love helping and rescuing animals and hope to open an animal rescue center one day.
Ty and I developed a love for Jeeps after buying out first Jeep Wrangler in 2017.
Ever since then, we have had a huge enthusiasm for everything Jeep related and the Jeep community!
Libby Randolph - Board Member
My name is Libby Randolph. I bought my Jeep Wayward in January 2021 and immediately joined Jeep Junkies.
I love the friends that have become family I've met from jeep events.
Being able to give back to our community while having fun and driving a Jeep is the main reason I've always wanted to be a part of this amazing group!
I'm a native to Vigo County and an ISU alumna. I'm married with two crazy teenagers who enjoy going to Fun Food Friday so they can eat!
I organize our Fun Food Friday dinners, help out with the Indiana Donor Network Ride, and many other great events!
My name is Libby Randolph. I bought my Jeep Wayward in January 2021 and immediately joined Jeep Junkies.
I love the friends that have become family I've met from jeep events.
Being able to give back to our community while having fun and driving a Jeep is the main reason I've always wanted to be a part of this amazing group!
I'm a native to Vigo County and an ISU alumna. I'm married with two crazy teenagers who enjoy going to Fun Food Friday so they can eat!
I organize our Fun Food Friday dinners, help out with the Indiana Donor Network Ride, and many other great events!
Tim Henderson - Board Member
My name is Tim Henderson and my fiancé Tracy Montgomery Robertson, and my daughter Sophia Henderson have been members since September 21, 2021. We wanted something different, something we could do together and really be a part of. I sold my diesel truck and bought my 2013 Jeep Wrangler Sport we call SHADOW! The day after we got it, we became members. Less than 24 later hours we got our first duck. A few weeks later we attended the Ride to Remember. At the end of that ride, we knew we had found what we were looking for and so much more.
By the end of 2022 we became a three Jeep family, and we can’t be more thankful. Sophia was gifted her 2012 Sahara she calls Max and Tracy found her 2001 Jeep TJ she calls Hidden Gem!! To say we are hooked is an understatement. We didn’t just find a new group, but we found a new family of some amazing people! It has truly changed our lives!
I moved here in 1987 with my parents from Rochester, NY. Wabash valley is my home and I really enjoy giving back to the community and helping people. I am a service Manager at Bane-Welker EQ here in Terre Haute. I’m also known to do some woodworking in my free time. We have attended Ride to Rember and IOPO Ride twice and this year we were able to be a part of our first PINK ride!! I can’t wait to see what the future holds for the Wabash Valley Jeep Junkies!
My name is Tim Henderson and my fiancé Tracy Montgomery Robertson, and my daughter Sophia Henderson have been members since September 21, 2021. We wanted something different, something we could do together and really be a part of. I sold my diesel truck and bought my 2013 Jeep Wrangler Sport we call SHADOW! The day after we got it, we became members. Less than 24 later hours we got our first duck. A few weeks later we attended the Ride to Remember. At the end of that ride, we knew we had found what we were looking for and so much more.
By the end of 2022 we became a three Jeep family, and we can’t be more thankful. Sophia was gifted her 2012 Sahara she calls Max and Tracy found her 2001 Jeep TJ she calls Hidden Gem!! To say we are hooked is an understatement. We didn’t just find a new group, but we found a new family of some amazing people! It has truly changed our lives!
I moved here in 1987 with my parents from Rochester, NY. Wabash valley is my home and I really enjoy giving back to the community and helping people. I am a service Manager at Bane-Welker EQ here in Terre Haute. I’m also known to do some woodworking in my free time. We have attended Ride to Rember and IOPO Ride twice and this year we were able to be a part of our first PINK ride!! I can’t wait to see what the future holds for the Wabash Valley Jeep Junkies!
Mary Leister - Board Member
My name is Mary Leister and my husband Jeff and I have been members since before our first pink event, can’t remember what year.
I also work from home and have a vinyl business and have done tons of Jeeps over the years as far as names and such. My favorite part of putting names on everyone’s Jeep’s, are the stories. I usually get the reason behind the names, which is very special to me.
Jeff and I have our own story of course, and I try to tell them to be patient, it’ll name itself, and it usually does.
We try and help out at as many events as we can, and we normally are set up with all sorts of Jeep things.
We have met so many amazing people through the Wabash Valley Jeep Junkies, some of which are our very best friends, and we now call our family. Joining this group has been truly amazing, and we will continue to do what we can for as long as we can.
My name is Mary Leister and my husband Jeff and I have been members since before our first pink event, can’t remember what year.
I also work from home and have a vinyl business and have done tons of Jeeps over the years as far as names and such. My favorite part of putting names on everyone’s Jeep’s, are the stories. I usually get the reason behind the names, which is very special to me.
Jeff and I have our own story of course, and I try to tell them to be patient, it’ll name itself, and it usually does.
We try and help out at as many events as we can, and we normally are set up with all sorts of Jeep things.
We have met so many amazing people through the Wabash Valley Jeep Junkies, some of which are our very best friends, and we now call our family. Joining this group has been truly amazing, and we will continue to do what we can for as long as we can.
Mike Latta - Board Member
Mike and his wife Julie are two of the original
10 Jeepers that took the first ride to 36 Saloon six years ago.
Mike has had a Jeep in the family since 1997 and is involved with "Going Topless for PINK"; "Run to Remember", and several other events throughout the year.
Mike has always been a big believer in helping the community through various events, while having fun and promoting the Jeep Lifestyle.
Mike and his wife Julie are two of the original
10 Jeepers that took the first ride to 36 Saloon six years ago.
Mike has had a Jeep in the family since 1997 and is involved with "Going Topless for PINK"; "Run to Remember", and several other events throughout the year.
Mike has always been a big believer in helping the community through various events, while having fun and promoting the Jeep Lifestyle.
Cynthia Robinson - Board Member
Born in Shelbyville, Indiana October ‘58 Graduated from Clinton HS 1976 Lived in Terre Haute since 1992. Married to Tammy Meng since 2019, together since 2004.
Newly retired after 35+ yrs with Sony DADC as an injection molding operator in the production of CD’s, LD’s, DVD’s, BlueRay’s, PlayStations & 4KUHD DISC ‘s.
Some of my favorite things are Jeeps, fishing, watching Pro Football, the Dallas Cowboy’s team, collecting bar coasters, going on cruises, being with friends & most of all, giving.
Been with the WVJJ family since 2017.
Born in Shelbyville, Indiana October ‘58 Graduated from Clinton HS 1976 Lived in Terre Haute since 1992. Married to Tammy Meng since 2019, together since 2004.
Newly retired after 35+ yrs with Sony DADC as an injection molding operator in the production of CD’s, LD’s, DVD’s, BlueRay’s, PlayStations & 4KUHD DISC ‘s.
Some of my favorite things are Jeeps, fishing, watching Pro Football, the Dallas Cowboy’s team, collecting bar coasters, going on cruises, being with friends & most of all, giving.
Been with the WVJJ family since 2017.
Rick Bagnoche - Board Member
Rick has been involved with the Jeep Junkies since the very first PINK ride.
Rick has carried on the legacy that his late wife Amy started with PINK of Terre Haute.
Shortly after we started Going Topless for PINK he purchased a Rubicon and he has been an official Junkie ever since.
You will see Rick at the PINK ride during set up, tear down, moving tables, hanging banners, and whatever else needs done.
Rick has been involved with the Jeep Junkies since the very first PINK ride.
Rick has carried on the legacy that his late wife Amy started with PINK of Terre Haute.
Shortly after we started Going Topless for PINK he purchased a Rubicon and he has been an official Junkie ever since.
You will see Rick at the PINK ride during set up, tear down, moving tables, hanging banners, and whatever else needs done.
Amy Simonson - Board Member
Amy has been involved with the Jeep Junkies since the first "Going Topless for PINK" event.
She is a volunteer and board member for PINK of Terre Haute and has owned Jeeps off and on most of her life.
You will see her helping out with various events like the Birthday Party or Run to Remember or helping with registration for the PINK ride.
Amy has been involved with the Jeep Junkies since the first "Going Topless for PINK" event.
She is a volunteer and board member for PINK of Terre Haute and has owned Jeeps off and on most of her life.
You will see her helping out with various events like the Birthday Party or Run to Remember or helping with registration for the PINK ride.
Cindy Mowbray - Secretary
Cindy has been a Jeep Junkie for 2 years, but she quickly got involved with Run to Remember as well as other rides and events the Junkies have hosted.
"We are a service-oriented group, always helping others, whether it be an individual in the group or local charities. That's what I love about our group".
Cindy has been a Jeep Junkie for 2 years, but she quickly got involved with Run to Remember as well as other rides and events the Junkies have hosted.
"We are a service-oriented group, always helping others, whether it be an individual in the group or local charities. That's what I love about our group".
April Allison - Treasurer
My name is April Allison, and I’ve been married to my husband Chad going on 9 years and wouldn’t trade him for the world! I love our dog Lilly, the beach, palm trees, and of course my jeep, Baymax!! I’m a graduate of ISU and reside in Brazil.
I got my first jeep in 2022, and immediately fell in love with it, and began to think of a name. It took a little while as I wanted something original and unique. My husband and I threw out several ideas and one night it just came to me, and I said Baymax! I love the movie Big Hero 6 and Baymax is one of my favorite characters. Like any other Jeep, Baymax is a work in progress, and I can’t wait to make more improvements!
My husband, Chad and I have since become a 2 Jeep family in the summer of 2024 when we bought his 2017 wrangler and named it Last Call as a tribute to fallen officers and canines in the state of Indiana. Our first ride was PINK of 2022 and we’ve been involved in rides with WVJJ ever since. We love participating in rides and activities with the Jeep junkies while being able to give back to our community. I never realized you gain a family when you get a jeep!!
My name is April Allison, and I’ve been married to my husband Chad going on 9 years and wouldn’t trade him for the world! I love our dog Lilly, the beach, palm trees, and of course my jeep, Baymax!! I’m a graduate of ISU and reside in Brazil.
I got my first jeep in 2022, and immediately fell in love with it, and began to think of a name. It took a little while as I wanted something original and unique. My husband and I threw out several ideas and one night it just came to me, and I said Baymax! I love the movie Big Hero 6 and Baymax is one of my favorite characters. Like any other Jeep, Baymax is a work in progress, and I can’t wait to make more improvements!
My husband, Chad and I have since become a 2 Jeep family in the summer of 2024 when we bought his 2017 wrangler and named it Last Call as a tribute to fallen officers and canines in the state of Indiana. Our first ride was PINK of 2022 and we’ve been involved in rides with WVJJ ever since. We love participating in rides and activities with the Jeep junkies while being able to give back to our community. I never realized you gain a family when you get a jeep!!
Randy Snyder - Vice President
He has been with the Wabash Valley Jeep Junkies since the first planning meeting for the original PINK Ride for Go Topless Day.
He has been instrumental in helping solicit Jeep related donations for the silent auctions and in organizing the Obstacle Course.
He bought his first Jeep, a 1947 Willys CJ2A Jeep, at the age of 14 and restored it and drove it during his high school days.
Randy is an avid Jeep historian and loves talking about all things CJ Jeep related. He has another 1946 CJ2A Willys Jeep and a couple of Bantam trailers that he is in process of restoring.
You will see him at many Jeep Junkie functions and he thoroughly loves this group of Jeep fans!
He has been with the Wabash Valley Jeep Junkies since the first planning meeting for the original PINK Ride for Go Topless Day.
He has been instrumental in helping solicit Jeep related donations for the silent auctions and in organizing the Obstacle Course.
He bought his first Jeep, a 1947 Willys CJ2A Jeep, at the age of 14 and restored it and drove it during his high school days.
Randy is an avid Jeep historian and loves talking about all things CJ Jeep related. He has another 1946 CJ2A Willys Jeep and a couple of Bantam trailers that he is in process of restoring.
You will see him at many Jeep Junkie functions and he thoroughly loves this group of Jeep fans!
Garicke Rubin- President
I grew up in Jasonville Indiana, and I am a 1988 graduate of Shakamak High School. I am an ISU alumni. I have been teaching at North Clay Middle School for the past seven years.
I am currently teaching industrial technology. I retired from the Air Force after 20 years.
I am married, and I have 2 beautiful girls.
I have been a member of the WVJJ for five years.
I have helped with PINK ride, meals on wheels, and the birthday bash. I am also a member of the IOPO Jeep Ride Committee. And remember, “It is not a jeep, It is a family”.