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CommanderRay Gerving
LadiesAuxiliaryPresidentDanielle Krzysik
MensAuxiliaryPresidentJohn Ruppert
The Tucson VeteranVFW Post 549
Winner of the 2014-2015 Dept of AZ Newsletter Contest (2nd
Place)
July 2015Email: [email protected]
Web Site: www.vfwpost549.orgFacebook:
www.facebook.com/vfwpost549
Phone Number: (520) 790-4626Hours of Operation Open: 9AM All
Week
Close: Mon - Thur & Sun 10 PM Fri Sat Midnight or when
slow
HANDY JOE
WEBSITE: joe-handy.com(Not just a handyman)
[email protected] - 520-722-1104
Painting- Home Repair-Home Improvement**** Joe is a trained
designer and builder. ****
**** Joe has knowledge of carpentry, electrics, ****Plumbing and
painting.
**** Joe has practical experience in re-modeling ****and home
improvement.
Our HallHosting an anniversary or birthday party?
Weddingreception? Whatever the function, our hall would bea great
place to hold it. Members needing furtherinfo, please call 790-4626
(Maria).
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From the Commanders Desk
Comrades, Ladies and Mens Auxiliary,
On Sunday June 7, 2015 myself, Dean Agardi, Bob Webber,Frank
Skopp, and Harlee Ruenger, along with Mark Webber,and Marilyn
Agardi went to VFW Post 10154 in Three Points tovisit the Vietnam
Memorial Moving wall.On Saturday June 6, we lost a Past Post
Commander MikeFoster, he was a long time member, a good friend, and
he willbe missed.We have put up the suggestion box. If you have a
suggestion orcomment please drop it in the box. Please sign the
form you putin the box or it will not be addressed.In order to keep
track of all the hours our volunteers work, I haveput together a
volunteer sign-in sheet. Every time you volunteerwill you please
sign the book and put down the hours you work.So at the end of my
year as Commander the Post and I canthank all of you with a dinner
and some awards. This is the leastwe can do for all the hard work
you do.The Veterans of Foreign Wars has many programs for
students.Patriots Pen is an essay contest for grades 6-8, Voice
ofDemocracy is an essay for 9-12 grades. If you know any kidsthat
are in grades 6-12 and you want to know more about theseprograms
you can contact the Post Jr. vice Commander RichardMontgomery at
the Post. There is also contest for Scout of theYear, Teacher of
the Year, Police Officer, Firefighter and EMT ofthe Year. All these
programs will be judged at the Post, Districtand Department levels
here in Arizona. If you need any info onthese other program you can
contact Jr. Vice commanderRichard Montgomery. The Post winners will
then be forwardedto the District for judging. We will be looking
for volunteers tohelp with our Buddy Poppy drives throughout the
year.
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FRIDAY NIGHT FISH FRY MENU(5 7 PM)Appetizers
Zucchini & Fries $4.00Fried Mozzarella Sticks & Fries
$4.00Fried Mushrooms & FriesSteak Fingers (10)Jalapeno Poppers
& Fries
$4.00$5.00$4.00
Appetizer Combo Basket $6.00Basket of Fries/Onion Rings
$3.00(Sweet Potato Fries Available)
Main Menu
Shrimp Cocktail (5 Shrimp)Shrimp Cocktail Dinner (5 Shrimp) with
Buttered Potatoes, Cole Slaw and a roll
$5.00$7.00
Fried Fish (Cod) & Fries (2 pieces) $6.00Fish Platter (Cod)
Fries (2 fish 3 shrimp)Fried Catfish (2 pieces)
$8.00$8.00
Fried Catfish (1 piece) $7.00Catfish Platter (2 catfish 3
Shrimp)Catfish Platter (1 catfish 3 Shrimp)
$9.00$8.00
Shrimp Platter & Fries (5 shrimp) $6.00Chicken Tenders (2
pieces)Combo (1 Chicken Tender & 1 Cod)
All Meals Served With Coleslaw, SweetPotato Fries or French
Fries &
Bread Roll With Butter
To Go Boxes .25
$6.00$6.00
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Past Post Commander David Olsen and Past PostQuartermaster Jack
Davis were awarded White Hats at thedepartment convention, for a
job well done. They both put theheart and soul into this Post for
the last two years. On behalfof the Post, I thank you both.We want
VFW Post 549 to be known as The Friendly Post,so if you see someone
at the Post you dont know, make apoint of saying Hi! and make them
feel welcome. I have contacted the Presidents of both the Ladies
and MensAuxiliaries to meet and discuss future events and
projectsaround the Post. My plan for this year is to have all of
uswork together on everything as one organization, instead
ofworking as individual organizations. Jim Stutts, a Post member
built and donated a very largesmoker to the Post. He delivered it
on Friday June 19. Hethen fired it up and put 165 lbs of beef
briskets, and porkshoulder in it and let it cook until 4pm Saturday
June 2. Wetried to let Post members know about the free dinner,
andaround 75 showed up, and were treated to some of the bestsmoked
beef brisket and pork shoulder I have had. We allowe Jim a big
thank you for the smoker and all he has donefor this
Post.Membership is what keeps this Post alive. We need to
recruitmore veterans to join our ranks. Please tell your friends
aboutthis Post. Tell them we are trying to grow so we can helpmore
veterans and their families. Remember, if you renewyour membership,
you will get a free Friday fish dinner, thisincludes the Ladies and
Mens Auxiliary. We will be having a 4th of July Party at the Post,
with the helpof the Auxiliaries it should be a great time. The time
anddetails are on the flyer in this newsletter. Please remember
tobring a side or a dessert to share.
Support our Troops & all of the members of this
Post!Commander Ray Gerving.
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From the Sr. Vice Commander
Greetings Comrades, Brothers & Sisters:
As we start our new Post year I would like to personallythank
the members for electing me as your Senior ViceCommander. I will do
my best to carry out my duties andresponsibilities to the highest
degree. This is our Post, letsmake it a great one. We all need to
back our CommanderRay Gerving and assist him when we can.
Remembermembership is of high priority. We are all recruiters.
Withoutmembers there would be no Post. Looking forward to theFourth
of July event where we be having burgers and hotdogs and other
great food. Please bring a side. I am surethe A Team will be
cooking for your pleasure, with ChefHarlee at the grill. I had the
privilege of attending theDepartment Convention for a day and it
was a goodexperience. Our Past Commander Dave Olsen
andQuartermaster Jack Davis got a well deserved
award.Congratulations Comrades. Volunteers are always needed. Ifyou
can help it would be greatly appreciated. A new Ace ofSpades
drawing has started. There have been some rulechanges, so you might
want to check them out. We nowhave a Suggestion Box. Lets be mature
and put meaningfulsuggestions in the box! The purpose is to get
ideas to helpmake your Post better, See you at the Post.
In closing I would send a big thank you to Jim Stutts, one of
our members, for his generous donation of a large smoker with
propane tanks to the Post. Saturday June 20, 2015 Jim also donated
approximately 140 pounds of meat and invited everyone at the Post
to partake of the meal. There was a great turnout. Thank you
Jim.
Yours in Comradeship,
Bob WebberSr Vice Commander
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Bring your friends and neighbors to thePost for a good time at
the Meat Raffle.
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From the Jr. Vice Commander
Comrades, Sisters, and Brothers:
We will soon be starting our 2015 campaign for Patriot'sPen and
the Voice of Democracy competitions. Studententry deadlines for
both are November 1st, 2015. Let's getthe word out to our
students!
Here are the basics for each competition:
1. Patriot's Pen
Conducted nationwide, this VFW-sponsored youth essaycompetition
gives students an opportunity to write essaysexpressing their views
on an annual patriotic theme. Weinvite you to join the more than
120,000 students whoparticipated last year in the contest. The
national winnerswill receive at least $500. The first place
national award iscurrently $5000 plus an all-expense paid trip
toWashington, D.C. for the winner and a parent or guardian.The
competition is open to 6th, 7th, and 8th grade studentsenrolled by
the November 1st deadline.
2. Voice of Democracy
Since 1947, the Voice of Democracy has been theVFW's premier
scholarship program. Each year, almost40,000 high school students
compete for more than $2million in scholarships and incentives.
Students competeby writing and recording an audio essay on an
annualpatriotic theme. This year's theme is: "My Vision
forAmerica." The competition is open to students in grades 9through
12 by the November 1st deadline.
For more details on these programs, please contact JuniorVice
Commander Richard Montgomery [email protected], or though the
VFW Post 549.
Richard MontgomeryJr. Vice Commander
Slingo!(One Line Bingo)
Sunday3:00 5 PM
One Line Bingo$1.00 Per Ticket
Winner Keeps 60% of Money
Collected
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Have you ever wondered what happened to the 56men who signed the
Declaration of Independence? Five signers were captured by the
British as traitors,and tortured before they died. Twelve had their
homes ransacked and burned. Two lost their sons serving in the
Revolutionary Army;another had two sons captured. Nine of the 56
fought and died from wounds orhardships of the Revolutionary War.
They signed and they pledged their lives, theirfortunes, and their
sacred honor. What kind of men were they? Twenty-four were lawyers
and jurists. Eleven were merchants, nine were farmers andlarge
plantation owners; men of means, well-educated,but they signed the
Declaration of Independenceknowing full well that the penalty would
be death ifthey were captured.
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Come down for our ThursdayNight Karaoke, and sing your
favorite tunes!6:00 10:00 pm
From the Mens Auxiliary
Let me begin by asking you to welcome our newest Members:
Jentry Foster, Sponsored by John Ruppert, Men's Auxiliary
Presi-dent; Mike Lewis, sponsored by Bob Webber, Post Senior
ViceCommander; Brian Moore, sponsored by Charles ("Up
Chuck")Michalek, Men's Auxiliary Member; Hans Pridgett, sponsored
byJohn Olson, Men's Auxiliary Member; Robert Smith, sponsored
byJohn Ruppert, Men's Auxiliary President. Thanks to everyone whois
helping membership grow - not just the Men's Auxiliary, but alsothe
Post and the Ladies Auxiliary.
This month, we approved a donation to help pay for the food
onJuly 4th. Equally, if not more important, from my perspective,
westarted the process of planning our year so we can do our best
tosupport the Post, the Ladies Auxiliary, and other Veteran related
or-ganizations. Updates to follow.
On a personal note, I am looking forward to a meeting
tonightbetween Ray Gerving, Post Commander, Danielle Krzysik,
LadiesAuxiliary President, and myself. I am confident that we will
all worktogether as one team to have a great year!
John RuppertPresident
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From the Ladies Auxiliary
Ladies,
Welcome to our newest member transfer Christine Grey. I
waselected to the treasurer's position again. I still have no
wordfrom National on membership materials for 2016. As soon as Iget
the materials Ill be sending out new cards. Carole Oberlehas
consented to be membership chairman. Thank you Carole.Hope to see
you all for the Fourth and look forward to PresidentDanielle's
birthday celebration in August.
Linda LinkTreasurer
VFW Post 549 is taking resumes and applications for our
Clubmanager position.Position will open on September 1, 2015.
Resume should be sent to:
VFW Post 549In care of Bill Spencer, Club Committee
Chairperson8424 E, Old Spanish TrailTucson, Arizona 85710
Tucson VFW Post 549 seeks an experienced, creative and
self-starting leader for our club manager position, with a track
record of proven success in the hospitality/bar/event management
industry. With a passion for veterans and the community.
Key Duties: Be proficient with the POS (Point of Sale) system,
be able
make corrections updates and removal and additions to the POS
system.
Train staff in methods & procedures Work well with sales
representatives and suppliers. Be able to Promote the club and its
events Bartender when needed Communicate well employees, Club
Committee, and cus-
tomers. Knowledge of the Arizona Liquor Laws
Skills and Experience High School diploma- required Collage
education- preferred Knowledge of business management principles
and prac-
tices Knowledge of basic accounting procedures Knowledge of cost
control procedures Knowledge of human resource management practices
Knowledge of administrative procedures Knowledge of relevant
computer applications- e.g. Excel,
Word and PowerPoint, be able to send and receive e-mails.
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Location: VFW Post 549
Date: Monday, July 11, 2015
Time: 1:00 2:00pm.
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Slingo!(One Line Bingo)
Sunday3:00 5 PM
One Line Bingo$1.00 Per Ticket
Winner Keeps 60% of Money Collected
The kitchen is in need of volunteers to keep it going.
Anyoneinterested in helping is encouraged to attend the meeting on
7 Mayat 2:00pm at the Post. Any help is welcome and
appreciated.Volunteers are vital to our Post to keep it alive.
Chuys Mesquite Broiler
Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour, food and drinks. Whether you're
enter-taining friends from out of town, or taking the family out to
eat, we'vegot "Killer" chicken, beef, pork and seafood, soft
drinks, cocktails,and beer (domestic and imported). And don't
forget Chuy's Famous"Five Star *****" Margaritas.
Come join us for: Sporting Events, (and celebrations on St.
Patrick'sDay, Cinco de Mayo, July 4th, Halloween etc.)
7101 East 22nd Street (520) 722-5117
7585 S. Houghton Road (520) 664-0303
10% Military Discount
The ordeal of the IndianapolisA little before midnight on
Sunday, July 29,945, the heavy cruiserIndianapolis was returning
from a secret mission to the Pacificatoll of Tinian. She had
delivered parts for the atomic bomb thatwould be dropped on
Hiroshima eight days later. Headed towardLeyte, the vessel was
ripped by torpedoes from a Japanese sub-marine. Within 15 minutes
she had vanished beneath the surface,the last American ship sunk by
the enemy in World War II.
The ship sank so quickly that of the 1,199 crewmen, only
some850, including Capt. Charles McVay, escaped. The terrifying
truthwas that it would take days for the U.S. naval command to
dis-cover the Indianapolis was missing. Her survivors were aloneand
unnoticed, except by the sharks.
The effects of exposure and lack of fresh water were less
grue-some but even more deadly. After 48 hours in the sea, the
kapoklife jackets became waterlogged and began dragging men
under.
Finally at 5 minutes past noon on August 2, they were spotted.
Anavy pilot on a routine flight had given in to mild curiosity
anddipped his PV-1 Ventura aircraft to inspect what he thought
wasan oil slick. Rescue ships arrived, but by then the crew had
been in the waterfor 4 full days. Only 316 men and Captain McVay
survived. McVaywas court-martialed, the only U.S. Navy captain in
WWII to facetrial for losing a ship. Many of his crew believed he
had beenmade a scapegoat for naval brass, who by failing to keep
track ofthe ship's location had botched the rescue. The captain was
foundguilty but within a year the navy remitted his sentence.
Frances GilpinHistorian
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~ July 2015 ~ Post 549 Events ~Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
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Yoga 6pm
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Karaoke 6 10 pm
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Fish Fry 5-7pmBobby Soto
Yoga 10:30am
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4th Of JulyBobby SotoBurgers & Hot Dogs(Bring a Side
Dish)(12:00 -3:00)
5
Bloody Mary Specials
Slingo 3 5
6
Hotdogs & Chips $3.00
Ace of Spades4 6pm
Yoga 6pm
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Taco Tuesday $5.00
Yoga 10:30
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Yoga 6pm
9
Karaoke 6 10 pm
Club Committee Mtg 1:00
10
Fish Fry 5-7pmHigher Ground
Yoga 10:30am
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Fish Fry 5-7pmHigher Ground
Yoga 10:30am
12
Bloody Mary Specials
Slingo 3 5
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Hotdogs & Chips $3.00
Ace of Spades4 6pm
Yoga 6pm
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Taco Tuesday $5.00
Yoga 10:30
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Yoga 6pm
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Karaoke 6 10 pm
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Fish Fry 5-7pmBobby Soto
Yoga 10:30am
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Officers Call 10:00
General Membership / Ladies Aux Mtg 11:00
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Bloody Mary Specials
Slingo 3 5
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Hotdogs & Chips $3.00
Ace of Spades4 6pm
Yoga 6pm
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Taco Tuesday $5.00
Yoga 10:30
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Yoga 6pm
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Karaoke 6 10 pm
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Fish Fry 5-7pmTBA
Yoga 10:30am
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Bloody Mary Specials
Slingo 3 5
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Hotdogs & Chips $3.00
Ace of Spades4 6pm
Yoga 6pm
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Taco Tuesday $5.00
Yoga 10:30
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Yoga 6pm
30
Karaoke 6 10 pm
Rob and Suzi's Blue Plate Special 5:30pm
Meat Raffle 7 8pm
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Fish Fry 5-7pmChance Romance
Yoga 10:30am
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CommanderLadies Auxiliary PresidentMens Auxiliary
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