Newsletter for April 2005
COMMANDER'S MESSAGE
Thank you once again Patriots and Ladies for a good year!
NOW: we are once again going into our nominations, then, to our installation of officers.
PLEASE: try to come to our meeting on the 15th of April.
We all need your support in our organization so it is important that you show up and to cast your vote for your candidate. I want to welcome to our Chapter a new member: Patriot Bernard Alguire. Welcome, welcome!
Our Viola Drive was conducted at Luke Air Force Base, but due to the Air Show on Saturday, we were cut short. But, still all members gave all. Thank you very much Patriots and ladies who showed up - it was great! I also want to thank Patriot Suddarth for spearheading this for Mrs. Newhouse.
Again, please come to our meeting on April 15th our nominations for 2005 MOPH Chapter 422.
Walk in Peace,
Stan Lomayesva, Commander, Chapter 422
MOPH CHAPTER 422 WELCOMES NEW MEMBER
Patriot Bernard W. Alguire
US Army - Special Forces
Welcome Aboard Patriot
FINANCE OFFICER'S REPORT
As usual, our Chapter 422 is in good shape. We send a big thank you to all whom so diligently to keep us financially sound.
Each March we have been fortunate to receive the approval of Luke Air Force Base to do our Viola Drive at their facility. Our dates at Luke this year were March 17, 18, and 19. Due to the Luke Air Show on the 19th, we were not able to get on base so our drive was limited to only two days with a total of $1757.00. As always, a special accolade goes to our anchor, Al Radlinski. Al's tenancy sitting in, warm, cold and wet weather can not be outdone. We appreciate those who faithfully show up to help us each and every year.
Also, we wish to acknowledge those who have responded to our mail request. At the time of this writing we have received donations form those near and far. We especially thank: Sandi Powelson, Norman Emery, Dr. Thomas and Jane Suddard, Jerry and Frances Collinsworth, Gerald and Eleanor Dechambre, Deanna Lewis, Ellora Easley, Col. Lousi North, Gloria and Jerome Delacort, John and Evelyn Cummings, Charles Feeback, Shirley Radke, Jerry Purcell, Warren and Sue Gilbertson, Phylis Leiser and Wayne Pomeroy.
Donations received after this posting will be acknowledged in the May report.
Yours truly,
Warren Gilbertson, Finance Officer
CHAPLAIN'S PEW
Our Viola Drive didn't do so well because of the air races at Luke on Saturday. So on the day we missed out on soliciting. So if you didn't send in your donation, it would help out a lot.
The USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor and Visitor Center is seeking funds. Your donation could be sent in your name or any name you choose. Mail your donations to:
USS Arizona Memorial Fund
#1 Arizona Memorial Place
Honolulu, Hawaii 96818
I haven't received any calls for sickness nor death.
I am keeping all the homebound or in nursing home in my prayers. In case of sickness or death, please notify me:
Al Radlinski, Chaplain, MOPH USS Arizona Memorial Chapter. 623-974-1427.
Always say a short prayer for our departed Patriots and their families.
USS Arizona Memorial
Chaplain , Al Radlinski
PS Also say at least a short prayer for peace.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY FOR APRIL
- Norman Emery
- Robert Garcia III
- Harry Katz
- Alexander Martinez
- George Sellers
- Warren Gilbertson
- Arthur Harness
- Jason Kaye
- Dale More
- Kennon Simington
LADIES AUXILIARY
Just a note to keep everyone up to date.
The Viola Drive at Luke AFB was very good. Though we didn't get a chance to be there on Saturday, due to the Air Show - it was still profitable - thanks to Al Radlinski. He is the best!
Ruth Reeder was under the weather and I hope to see her at the meeting.
Happy to hear that Fay Jacobson is feeling better - she lost her best friend, John, after a bout of cancer, and then ended up in the VA Hospital herself. But she's getting better. Now we need Phyllis to start walking around again.
Please put Eric Gilbertson in your prayers. He's the son of Sue and Warren and is ill.
We're having our meeting - same place and same time, on 15th of April.
Need a ride? Please call me.
Pamela Schaut, President (602) 862-9718
NEXT MEETING
Our next meeting will be held on April 2005 at 10:00 AM at the Arizona State Veterans Home, located at 4141 N. 3rd Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85012 - phone number (602) 248-1550.
Parking is on the West Side of the building. We hope that you will attend. Your participation will be greatly appreciated and is needed. Coffee and donuts will be available.
I you need a ride to attend the meetings, please contact Norman Emery at (602) 992-0727.
Arizona State Veterans Home
4141 N. 3rd Street
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 248-1550
For more information on the Military Order of the Purple Heart visit MOPH@groups.msn.com or http://www.purpleheart.org
If you wish to purchase Purple Heart stamps, you will have to go on line at http://shop.usps.com