MEDINA COUNTY
WOMEN OF THE MILITARY
JANUARY 2004
Happy New Year to All!
This past year has been a very busy year for our group. We participated in
the Memorial Day Parade, Fourth of July Parade, Fall Foliage Tour, Summer Camaraderie
Picnic, and our Veteran's Day Luncheon Celebration.
I appreciate the efforts of everyone in making each of these events successful.
We had a lot of fun!
This next year should promise to be full of fun and adventure, too.
As outgoing president, I would like to thank Darleen for her help with the
newsletters and organizational support. Kathy for her accurate recordings
of our adventures. Letha for her efforts in keeping our finances in line.
Sharon Kiesel for her support and guidance. Sharon Nicholson for her recording efforts
of our chapters activities and her time in putting together volume 2 of "the book."
Doris Ramey for hosting our meetings at her church and making them a warm event.
Viola for organizing our social activites and
to all of you for contributing your time and making this such a fun group.
I wish all of your a healthy, safe, happy new year---Jennifer.
Election Ballot
Please find the 2004 ballot for elections enclosed. Please remit asap!!
Dues
Please send your dues now in the amount of $10 to the address at the top of this page
Newsletter
Due to increasing mailing costs, the members voted at the last meeting to send out one
"informational" newsletter at the beginning of the year to all on our mailing list. Those members
who have paid dues will receive additional updates throughout the year. We hope
this will keep all members informed of our activites, yet keep costs for mailings at a minimum.
Upcoming Events
The March Luncheon Meeting is scheduled for Saturday, March 20th,
11:45 a.m. at the Golden Corral in Medina behind Home Depot.
After successful reconnaissance by Jennifer and Dodie,
the food has been deemed yummy and plentiful (official military lingo.)
They do offer a "senior discount" to those who qualify.
Hope to see everyone there!
Please see the schedule below. Cut it out and stick it on the fridge or in your calendar.
As scheduling is determined, fill in the blanks so you don't miss out on the fun!
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
March 20th at 11:45 a.m. LUNCHEON/MEETING at Golden Corral in Medina
May 31st MEMORIAL DAY PARADE in Medina Square
July 4th JULY 4TH PARADE
September FALL MEETING
October 9th/10th FALL FOLIAGE TOUR
November ANNUAL VETERAN'S DAY LUNCHEON
December ELECTIONS FOR 2005
MEDINA COUNTY WOMEN OF THE MILITARY
SEPTEMBER 2004
Message from the President:
The activities of summer life have kept us busy and before we realize it, it is time for a busy fall of MCWM activities. We had a great turnout at the last meeting. It seems everyone enjoyed gathering at the Golden Corral so we are planning on having more meetings there. We missed those of you who were unable to attend.
The fall foliage tour is coming up soon and is a great time to meet folks and to get out and enjoy the cooler weather. Volunteers are needed this weekend to meet and greet.
The Veteran's Day luncheon is scheduled for November 14th. The reservation form is included in this newsletter. We look forward to seeing you and your family there.
Please keep in mind upcoming election of officers in December. Please let Sharon Kiesel or myself know if you are interested in a position. This is your organization and your help and support is needed for success. I hope to see you at the upcoming meeting.
If you need help finishing up your interview, do not despair. There are members who will gladly help you with this. We are not all writers and this task can be intimidating. Our group has really grown since its birth just a few years ago. This is very exciting.
Please keep spreading the word. God bless---Darlene
Our next meeting will be held at the Golden Corral in Medina on October 2, 2004 at 11:30. We had a great turn-out at the last meeting and hope even more people attend this time. Due to scheduling conflicts, the meeting had to be moved to October instead of September. Hope this is convenient for everyone. When you arrive, do not go through the line at the register. Go directly to the private room. We will have to pay on one check, so bring the exact amount in cash. Adults - $10.65, Senior Citizens - $10.15. This includes drink, gratuity, and tax. Make check out ot MCWM.
The Fall Foliage Tour is scheduled for October 9th and 10th. Doris Ramey has agreed to make the arrangements for our participation on the tour. This is a great way to meet fellow veterans and to get our name out there and hopefully find new members. Please see Doris if you can help out. Thanks once again, Doris, for taking care of this for our group.
There is a reunion scheduled for the Army Reserve 2291st USAH on September 25, 2004 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm at Woodford Army Reserve Corp on Kelly Avenue in Akron bring finger food to share.
The Veteran's Day Luncheon will be held at the Medina County Country Club on November 14, 2004 at 12:30 pm. Please return your reservation and order for your meal. Hope we have a wonderful turnout this year. Hard to believe, but this will be the Fifth Anniversary of the Medina County Women of the Military! Directions: Follow Rt. 3 South to Rt. 162 West, turn Left, Country Club is about 1/5 miles down Rt. 162 on the left.
The calendar of events and contact numbers for the officers has been listed at the bottom of the newsletter for your convenience. Please cut the bottom off and post it on your refrigerator.
If you know anyone that served in the World War II effort, there is a registry to honor those individuals. Contact Sharon Nicholson for a registry form. If you access to a computer, check out the web site: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/.
Medina County Women of the Military, Volume II. We are still trying to get Volume II completed in time for the November meeting. Please return the edited copy of your interview as soon as possible! If you have lost your interview, call Sharon Nicholson for another copy. Also, please send a picture of yourself in uniform. An original picture will copy best, if you have one available. It will be returned to you as soon as possible. If you need help editing your interview, please call one of the officers. If you are in Volume One and would like your picture added in Volume Two, please send it to me as soon as possible. We would really like to present these books at the Veteran’s Day Luncheon. If you have not been interviewed, contact one of the officers and we will get you scheduled. Let’s work together and get this project finished!
Do you have any information that you would like included in our newsletter? What about the scrapbook? Any reunions or memorial services that need to be announced? Contact Sharon Nicholson.
The Akron- Canton- Youngstown Chapter of WAVES National has extended
an invitation to their Christmas Party on December 11, 2004 at Otto’s Restaurant in Brimfield, Oh. Lunch is $13.00. Socializing begins at 11:00, lunch at 12:00, entertainment to follow. It’s a great way to meet more of our fellow veteran’s. Directions: I-76 East towards Akron. Take exit 33 at Rt. 43, turn right. Otto’s is about one mile down Rt. 43, on the left.
Medina County Women of the Military Calendar of Events
October 2 Meeting – Golden Corral 11:30
October 9-10 Fall Foliage Tour TBA
November 14 Medina County Country Club 12:30 pm
“I AM YOUR FLAG”
I am the silent sentinel of Freedom.
I am the emblem of the greatest sovereign nation on earth.
I am the inspiration for which American Patriots gave their lives and fortunes.
I have led your sons into battle from Valley Forge to the bloody swamps of Viet Nam..
I walk in silence with each of your Honored Dead,
to their final resting place beneath the silent White Crosses, row upon row.
I have flown through Peace and War, Strife and Prosperity, and amidst it all
I have been respected.
My Red Stripes. . .symbolize the blood spilled in defense of this glorious nation.
My White Stripes . . . signify the burning tears shed by Americans who lost their sons.
My Blue Field. . .is indicative of God's heaven under which I fly.
My Stars . . . clustered together, unify 50 States as one, for God and Country.
"Old Glory" is my nickname, and proudly I wave on high.
Honor me, respect me, defend me with your lives and your fortunes.
Never let my enemies tear me down from my lofty position, lest I never return.
Keep alight the fires of patriotism, strive earnestly for the spirit of democracy.
Worship Eternal God and keep His commandments,
and I shall remain the bulwark of peace and freedom for all mankind.
I am your Flag.
Compliments of Colonel Daniel K. Cedusky, USAR, Retired
DECEMBER 2004
Our Mission Statement is two-fold:
• Develop Camaraderie and provide support among women with military service experience.
• Increase community awareness of the contributions made by military women.
Responsibilities of the Board:
President:
• Coordinate meetings
• Coordinate patriotic activities (parades, dedications, funerals)
Vice President:
• Member communications (newsletter, web site)
• Legislative Updates
Secretary:
• Board & Membership minutes
• Correspondence
Treasurer:
• Collects donations
• Maintains financial records
Public Relations:
• Media Publicity
• Presentations to organizations
• Displays
Social Coordinator:
• Social Events
• Visiting Veterans
Historian:
• Member Biographies
• Chapter History/scrapbook
Region 6 Liason:
• Coordinates with Region 6 Services
ELECTIONS – Ballots for the coming year have been included in this newsletter. Please fill them out and return them as soon as possible. The ballots will be counted in early January. Elected officers will be notified by phone. Thanks to all of you that volunteered or accepted to run for an office. Remember to return your ballots by December 31st.
DUES – It’s time to pay your membership dues for the upcoming year. You may send them in with your ballots. Dues are $10 for the year, $15.00 if you want a membership pin. This money issued to pay for postage, newsletters, flyers and advertising. You can send dues in to the P.O. Box.
MEMBERSHIP: - We currently have eighty-five people on the mailing list; thirty-five of those paid dues in 2004.
BOARD MEETING – The next board meeting will be held in early January at Sharon Kiesel’s home. Board members will be notified by phone when the date and time have been set. Plans for the upcoming year will be decided at this time and will be listed in the next newsletter.
OCTOBER MEETING - We had a nice turnout for the October meeting at the Golden Corral in Medina. Seventeen members attended. We welcomed several new members to your group.
FALL FOLIAGE TOUR – Thanks to Doris Ramey and Sharon Kiesel for making the arrangements for a table at the Medina Historical Society for the Fall Foliage Tour. Also thanks to Dorothy Godfrey and Louella McIntosh, Dorothy Morris and Maria Luttrell for their time staffing the table and talking to anyone interested in our group.
VETERAN’S DAY – We had a great turn out for the Veteran’s Day Luncheon at the Medina County Country Club. Thirty people turned out to enjoy good food and great company.
VOLUME II – Volume II of the Medina County Women of the Military is about halfway finished. As soon as the manuscript is finished, it can be submitted for copyright. The Library of Congress number has been applied for. Anyone with interviews still out for editing, please return them as soon as possible. If there is anyone that has not been interviewed, please call Sharon Nicholson to set up an interview. Thanks to all that have helped in this project. We are getting closer to publication!
VOLUME I - We still have copies of Volume I available for sale at $25.00. Call Sharon Nicholson if interested in purchasing a book. They make great gifts for Christmas or to give to your children or grandchildren.
THOUGHT OF THE DAY:
Always demanding the best of oneself, living with honor, devoting one’s talents and gifts to the benefits of others – these are the measures of success that endure when material things have passed away.
Gerald R. Ford
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
The Board has decided to list the birthdates of our members in the newsletters. Since we do not meet often, we thought that this would be a nice way of keeping in touch with our membership. Please feel free to send a card, a note or a phone call to let our members know that you are thinking of them on their special day. This is a new addition to our newsletter, so there aren’t very many names listed as yet. More will be included as the renewal memberships come in.
Jennifer Syme............December 15
Dorothy Morris.........December 18
Doris Ramey.............January 27
Louella McIntosh.......February 8
Kathy Petras.............February 16
Letha Hickox............February 16
Best wishes for the upcoming Holiday
Season. We hope that you all have a safe,
Healthy, and prosperous New Year!
Veteran's Day 2004