Franklin “Skinny” Myers was a long time active member and volunteer for the Bucyrus Area YMCA.  He participated in many of the activities at the YMCA, and he was well known for his coaching in youth sports, service on the YMCA’s Board of Trustees and as chairman of the physical education committee.

Shortly after Skinny’s death in 1988, his family asked that memorial funds be directed to the Bucyrus YMCA to be utilized for youth memberships and in recognizing participants who appreciate the opportunity to learn, to play, and to have a good time with others in a Christian atmosphere.  Therefore, the Bucyrus YMCA developed the Franklin “Skinny” Myers Spirit Award.