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VFW BERT FULLER POST 9578

ALPINE CALIFORNIA

February 2017

Newsle�er by Lakeside Computer Consul�ng Group 619 561 6621 [email protected]

Commander’s Message

The New year came in with a Bang and a Thump! I was gone during the rain

here in Alpine. I hope all survived without any major problems. The Post

suffered some damages during this �me with a tree falling from the garden

area and damaging the Barbecue area and Deck roof. The tree has been re-

moved and insurance no�fied. We are wai�ng for es�mates on repairs.

With the discon�nua�on of the Men's Auxiliary it is important that all mem-

bers who wish to retain their membership fill out the paper work to join the

VFW Auxiliary.

I understand at the last General Mee�ng we had only a few par�cipate. It is

cri�cal that we get members to par�cipate and volunteer to help with any

projects that may arise.

We need feed back as to what the members want to have done or accom-

plish within our organiza�on.

Jack Gauthier Commander

Post Officer Roster: 2016-2017

Commander: Jack Gauthier

Senior Vice: Bob Minton

Junior Vice: Chris Hanson

Quartermaster: Carl Silva

Chaplain: Theo Bazdorf

Adjutant: Kerry Parsons

Judge Advocate: Open

Service Officer: Open

TRUSTEES

1ST

Year: Dave Kebert

2ND

Year: Dan Focht

3rd

Year: James Abercrombie

ALL CORRESPONDENCE FOR THE NEWSLETTER

PLEASE MAIL OR EMAIL TO THE FOLLOWING

ADDRESSES.

844 Tavern Road,

Alpine CA, 91901 Email to : [email protected]

Visit the website, we now have the latest news from the VFW and the

Newsle�er by Lakeside

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Auxiliary Officers: 2016 – 2017

President:

Sheila Snyder

(619) 990-0536

Senior Vice: Darla Koren

Junior Vice: Be1y Rabell

Treasurer: Linda Pipkin

Secretary: Janice Simmons

Chaplain: Teresa Wahl

Guard: Sven Ricke1s

Conductress: Vikki Hemmen

TRUSTEES 1st Year: Kimberley Rivera

2nd

Year: Vicki Abercrombie

3rd

Year: Bea Conklin

House Commi1ee John Harrison – Chairman Dennis Foreman Dave Snyder Kerry Parsons Benny Cope

SCHEDULED MEETING DAYS

VFW AUXILIARY 1st SATURDAY OF THE

MONTH 0930

MEMBER’S MEETINGS

2ND SATURDAY OF THE MONTH

HOUSE COMMITTEE 1000

GENERAL MEETING 1100

KITCHEN MANAGER

Barbara Foreman

POST HOURS

MONDAY – THRU - FRIDAY

12:00 Noon to Closing

SATURDAYS AND SUN-DAYS

9:00AM Till Closing Post Phone Number:

(619) 445-6040

Fax Number: (619) 445-

8740

Auxiliary President’s Message

Busy month with Dept. events and Aux mee�ng. Our new Auxiliary banner as

men�oned, was ordered, and we are just wai�ng on the delivery to display in

our mee�ng room.

The new banner will replace both the Men’s & Ladies’ Aux banners for re�re-

ment. This banner will be the same on the embroidery with our Aux 9578 and

name of Bert Fuller, along with the start date of our charter.

We will be having our Valen�ne’s Day Bake sale in conjunc�on with dinner on

Fri. 10 February from 4p-7p., so please bring delicious baked items for the fund

raiser. The flyer was submi�ed to the Dispatch newsle�er for the other Posts/

Auxiliaries’ informa�on.

At the last District Auxiliary mee�ng, our Dept. President, Tootsie, discussed

future updates for all of Auxiliary as well as celebra�ng her birthday. Many of

the folks from Dept. (State of Ca.) were in a�endance. Sherl Devario who is

currently the State Secretary/Treasurer will be resigning soon.

Just as a reminder, the Auxiliary is governed by the rules and regula�ons set up

in the By-Laws. Please kindly review the informa�on regarding procedures on

how and what we do rela�ve to assis�ng veterans in various ways. Discussion

of fund raisers is done at the monthly mee�ngs, and as always, must be voted

on prior to submission to House Commi�ee so everything is documented.

The chili cookoff from Sat. 28 January went well, lots of entries and lots of great

comments on the different styles of chili. Thanks to JR for this ‘delicious’

event!

John Snyder was nominated and voted in as assistant Chaplain when Terri is

unavailable. He recommended on a March recruitment drive for those folks

who have not yet decided on joining the Auxiliary.

We are looking forward to perhaps having our Aux sister, Karen K., create more

of her poppy bolo �es for fundraisers at the Post.

I have been advised (however not confirmed yet) that the State of CA Auxiliary

Dept. conven�on will be held in mid-June in Ontario, CA. Once the informa�on

has been received, this will be brought up at our mee�ng. Everyone is wel-

come and invited to a�end.

Please note: April is 2 months away regarding nomina�ons and elec�ons for

next year’s line officers. Should you wish to be part of the new line officers,

please make sure to read the descrip�ons in the bylaws for addi�onal infor-

ma�on.

Sending posi�ve thoughts to those figh�ng overseas in harm’s way, and best

wishes to all for February.

V/R – Sheila Jo / President




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Chaplain’s Message

Regardless of one’s poli�cal interests, beliefs or party, I feel it’s fiPng that we offer a prayer for the

new presiden�al administra�on of our great Country. Therefore, from the Episcopal Church Book of

Common Prayer:

O Lord, our God, whose glory is in all the world; we commend this na�on to thy merciful care, that

being guided by thy providence, we may dwell secure in thy peace. Grant to the President of the Unit-

ed States, and to all in authority, wisdom and strength to know and to do thy will. Fill them with your

love and truth and righteousness; and make them ever mindful of their calling to serve the people.

AMEN.

Several of our members are experiencing serious illnesses; let us pray for them.

Lord, Almighty God, we pray for your healing grace in behalf of each of our ailing comrades and fel-

low veterans. May they know the blessing of improved health in this hour and throughout life. Bless

all who minister to them in body, mind and spirit, and grant that they may always give praise to you,

our heavenly Father. AMEN.

This closing benedic�on is from Numbers 6: 24-26:

“The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make his face to shine upon you, and be gracious to you;

The Lord li- up his countenance upon you, and give you peace.” AMEN.

Theodore Bazdorf, Chaplain

CHAPLAIN’S MESSAGE

Let’s let I.R.M.A. be the acronym for the year to come, standing for: Integrity, Respect, Manners and

APtude. We all should strive to be�er understand ourselves and our comrades, to the end that our

rela�onships here on Planet Earth be smoother. In other words, let’s try to remove pePness and

small-mindedness from our lives during 2015 and beyond.

Lord, may we be more tolerant and compassionate toward other human beings this new year. Help us

to strive for peace and good will amongst our friends, families and fellow veterans, thus crea�ng a

more serene existence for all. AMEN.

Army Vietnam veteran and Post Life Member Charlie Howell was in a serious auto accident last week,

and is recovering at Sharp Hospital.

Lord, Almighty God, we pray for your healing grace in behalf of Charles Howell. May he know the bless-

ing of good health in this hour and throughout his life. Bless all who minister to Charles in body, mind

and spirit, and grant him a quick recovery from his recent injuries. AMEN.


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Quartermaster’s Message

The recent storms resulted in damage to our BBQ and back deck. Because of so much storm damage,

we hope our insurance adjuster will arrive on Friday the 27th

of January to survey the extensive dam-

age. Our BBQ area is wiped out and the roof of the main deck is damaged. Congrats to Barbara Fore-

man our new kitchen manager. We look forward to her success. We s�ll have a number of annual

members who have not paid 2017 dues. Please help yourself and the Post with this issue. Members of

the Men’s Auxiliary must all reapply to join the VFW Auxiliary. If you have not done so applica�on

forms are at the Post. Our January Post mee�ng only had eleven members present to transact busi-

ness. Really a sad moment for our Post. I am available 24/7 to assist members with any issue, com-

plaints and general ques�ons.

QM Carl



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BISHER’s

QUALITY MEATS

The Very Best In Meats

Dan Bisher, Owner

2330 Main St #A Ramona 92065

Josh Lehman, Manager

(760) 789 1488


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FebruaryMenu

(Subject to Change)

U January 2017 February 2017 March 2017 U

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 SHEPHERD’S

PIE BY DARLA

$5 FROM 4:00

PM

2 SPECIAL DIN-

NER BY SANDY

FROM 4:00 PM

GROUNDHOG DAY!

3 FISH &

SHRIMP DIN-

NERS; SALADS

(4:30 – 7:30

pm)

4 STEAK NIGHT: (4:30 – 7:30 pm)

5 Brunch 9:30 am to 12:30 pm

SUPER BOWL 3:00

(Please bring potluck items to share)

6 (TO BE AN-

NOUNCED)

7 FOOD BY

BINGO GROUP

FROM 5:00 PM

8 COMIDA

MEXICANA

POR GLORIA Y

CLARENCE

DESDE 4:00 PM

9 SPECIAL DIN-

NER BY SANDY

FROM 4:00 PM

10 FISH &

SHRIMP DIN-

NERS; SALADS

(4:30 – 7:30

pm)

11 STEAK NIGHT: (4:30 – 7:30 pm)


13 (TO BE AN-

NOUNCED)

14 MEATLOAF,

BAKED POTA-

TO, VEGGIE &

DESSERT BY

DARLA & KIM

$7.00 FROM

5:00 PM

VALENTINE’S DAY!

15 MEATBALL

SANDWICH

$5.00 FROM

4:00 PM

16 SPECIAL

DINNER BY

SANDY FROM

4:00 PM

17 FISH &

SHRIMP DIN-

NERS; SALADS

(4:30 – 7:30

pm)

18 STEAK NIGHT: (4:30 – 7:30 pm)


20 (TO BE AN-

NOUNCED)

PRESIDENTS’ DAY!

21 FOOD BY

BINGO GROUP

FROM 5:00 PM

22 PASTA,

GARLIC BREAD,

CAESAR SALAD

& CUPCAKE BY

CARA & ALAN

HUNTER $7.00

FROM 4:00 PM

23 SPECIAL

DINNER BY

SANDY FROM

4:00 PM

24 FISH &

SHRIMP DIN-

NERS; SALADS

(4:30 – 7:30

pm)

25 STEAK NIGHT: (4:30 – 7:30 pm)


27 DINNER BY

DEB STEPP

FROM 5:00

PM

28 FOOD BY

BINGO GROUP

FROM 5:00 PM

Saturdays 4 & 11 February: Grilled hamburgers, hot dogs & sides by VFW Auxiliary from 11:00 am until 2:00 pm. Monday 20 February: Presidents’ Day, canteen will be open normal hours (Noon).


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FebruaryAc�vi�es

(Subject to Change)

U January 2017 February 2017 March 2017 U

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 BAR GAMES

5:00 PM

PLAY POOL

6:00 PM

2 BAR GAMES

5:00 PM

GROUNDHOG DAY!

3 KARAOKE BY

RICKY Z

6:00 – 10:00

PM

4 KARAOKE BY

MICHELLE HAR-

LEY

6:00 – 10:00

PM

5 SPORTS ON TV FROM 10:00 AM

SUPER BOWL GAME

AT 3:00 PM

6 GAME NIGHT

6:00 PM

7 BAR GAMES

5:00 PM

8 BAR GAMES

5:00 PM

PLAY POOL

6:00 PM

9 BAR GAMES

5:00 PM

10 AUXILIARY BAKE SALE! 4:00 - 7:00 PM

KARAOKE BY

RICKY Z

6:00 – 10:00

PM

11 KARAOKE

BY

FRED JOHNSON

6:00 – 10:00

PM


13 GAME

NIGHT

6:00 PM

14 BAR GAMES

5:00 PM

VALENTINE’S DAY!

15 BAR GAMES

5:00 PM

PLAY POOL

6:00 PM

16 BAR GAMES

5:00 PM

17 KARAOKE

BY

RICKY Z

6:00 – 10:00

PM

18 “JUKEBOX SATURDAY NIGHT” (No Karaoke)


20 GAME

NIGHT

6:00 PM

PRESIDENTS’ DAY!

21 BAR GAMES

5:00 PM

22 BAR GAMES

5:00 PM

PLAY POOL

6:00 PM

23 BAR GAMES

5:00 PM

24 KARAOKE

BY

RICKY Z

6:00 – 10:00

PM

25 KARAOKE

BY

RUSS ALLEN

6:00 – 10:00

PM


27 GAME

NIGHT

6:00 PM

28 BAR GAMES

5:00 PM

Saturday 4 February: VFW Auxiliary Meeting 9:30 am

Monday 20 February: President’s Day open normal hours (Noon) Saturday 11 February: House Committee Meeting 10:00 am

Saturday 11 February: Members’ General Meeting 11:00 am

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Veteran Services / Benefits - VA Claims

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) mission is to provide benefits and services to veterans and their families in a

responsive, �mely and compassionate manner in recogni�on of their service to our Na�on. Veterans and their depend-

ents may be eligible for various benefits administered by the VA. County Veterans Service Offices throughout the

state help veterans and their families file VA claims. CalVet provides claims review and representa�on for appeals ser-

vices at our District Offices.

h�ps://www.calvet.ca.gov

San Diego Regional Benefit Office

The San Diego Regional Office provides benefit services for over 600,000 veterans and their dependents in the Southern

California Counties of Imperial, Orange, Riverside, and San Diego. These benefits totaling approximately $800 million annu-

ally, include compensation payments for disabilities or death related to military service, pension based on financial need, and

vocational rehabilitation and counseling services.

Situated in the heart of Mission Valley, the Regional Office is easily accessible from all major freeways and can be reached

by personal vehicle, bus, or trolley within minutes from any point in the city. Since the Regional Office shares occupancy of

the building with a VA Outpatient Clinic and the Employment Development Department of the State of California, it truly of-

fers a one stop "Service Center".

8810 Rio San Diego Drive

San Diego, CA 92108

Phone: 800-827-1000

Provides benefit informa�on and assistance, plus other support to San Diego County veterans and their families. For

more informa�on phone 858-694-3222

FaciliIes where this service is offered:

Office of Military & Veterans Affairs

Vet Connect in Select County Libraries

The mission of Office of Military & Veterans Affairs is to provide professional services for military veterans and their de-

pendents and survivors who are en�tled to benefits from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs, the State of

California, and other agencies as applicable.

VFW Post 9578

844 Tavern Road

Alpine, CA 91901

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