April 26 • 4 p.m. – Stockdale Junior High Gym, Stockdale NEW BRAUNFELS
May 4 • 5 p.m. – Texas Lutheran University
Jackson Auditorium, Seguin
GOLIAD
May 10 • 3 p.m. – Goliad High School Goliad
Hill Country
May 13 • 6 p.m. Pieper High School, San Antonio
LA VERNIA, SA, LONE OAK, COMFORT
May 18 • 1:30 p.m. – La Vernia High School, La Vernia CIBOLO
May 18 • 5 p.m. – Texas Lutheran University
Jackson Auditorium, Seguin DEVINE
May 24 • 4-6 p.m. – MVISD Fine Arts Center, Castroville HONDO
May 24 • Noon • Hondo ISD Fine Arts Building, Hondo
CASTROVILLE
May 25 • 4-6 p.m. – MVISD Fine Arts Center, Castroville NW BEXAR
May 31 • 5:30 p.m. – Marion Sweatmon
Auditorium, San Antonio
CORPUS CHRISTI
May 31 • 5 p.m. – Calallen High School
Auditorium, Corpus Christi SEGUIN
June 7 • 5 p.m. Seguin High School
Performing Arts Center, Seguin
Hermann Sons Life dancers from the Lone Oak, La Vernia and San Antonio dance schools participated in the La Vernia Lions Club 45th Bluebonnet Fest Parade on March 19 and placed third-youth group. HSL dance schools are gearing up for endof-year recitals with dancers performing in costume showcasing all they’ve learned this year! Make plans to attend! Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin in early summer.
SAN ANTONIO – Hermann Sons Life will salute our 2025 graduates in July!
Members who are graduating high school or college are invited to submit photos and details to be featured in the Hermann Sons Life newspaper and social media.
Entries should include contact phone number, student’s name, high school or college, which lodge they belong to,
future plans, parent(s) names, school achievements and activities. Photos should be head shots, good quality and size or they cannot be published.
Email photos and information to: elaines@hermannsonslife.org. For questions, call 210-226-9261, ext. 279.
The entry deadline is June 12, 2025. Graduates must be current Hermann Sons Life members.
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DIRECTORS
Kimberly Krueger, Chair
David Wolf, Vice Chair
David R. Noak
Stan Steiger
Laura Tiffin
Gerald Ziemnicki
OFFICERS
President and CEO
Robin Czarnek
Vice President of Operations and COO
Samantha Schulmeier Kelley
Vice President of Member Benefits
Cecily Kelly
Vice President of Sales
Teresa Saathoff
LAWS COMMITTEE
Stephen Prewitt
Edward J. Muehlbrad
Agnes Dreibrodt
Elizabeth Byron
Mary Beam
Sherry Rakowitz
Tammy Jones
Pat Bushman
Steven Schellenberg
Harry Schriber
Ronald Wiatrek
Annette Roecker
Arthur R. Pfefferkorn
Jacqueline Klein
Kathryn Gloor
MEMBER BENEFITS COMMITTEE
Shirley Faske
Cheryl Garcia
Bradley Klein
Joyce Kneupper
Charles Head
Lisa Wright
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE
Judith Schulmeier
Gilbert Shelby
Pat Klotz
Tommy Daum
Robert Prewitt
Diane Smith
Kyle Hartmann
BUSINESS OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
Kerry Ginn
Anna Larie Keith
Charles Knibbe
Pat Spradling
Gary Falkenberg
David Lewis
President's Message
Members, community are the heartbeat of our organization
By ROBIN CZARNEK President and CEO
SAN ANTONIO – As the 20242025 dance season comes to a close and camp season ramps up, we’re reminded once again about the heartbeat of our organization…our members and community that make our youth programs and community service happen
Our dance teachers have been gathering not only to teach the next generation of dancers but to build lifelong friendships Parents, grandparents, siblings, and friends have filled community halls to attend recitals, cheering on dancers and reconnecting with old friends, proving that Hermann Sons Life is more than an organization, it’s a family
Meanwhile, our Home Office was honored to host NIOSA volunteers as they prepared for
ROBIN CZARNEK President and CEO
San Antonio’s beloved Fiesta celebration by making flowers and decorations for their floats The sounds of laughter, the rustle of tissue paper, and the spirit of volunteerism brought more color and camaraderie to the Home
Donations benefit fire fund
SAN ANTONIO – Hermann Sons Life is accepting donations for the Crabapple Fire Relief Fund under the OneStar Foundation
The fund will support victims of the devastating Crabapple fire that has scorched more than 9,500 acres near Fredericksburg . Donations will provide emer-
gency aid, essential supplies and long-term recovery assistance
Lodges may give donations in lieu of a Join Hands Day project Monetary donations will be collected through May 9 .
Send to: Attention: Haley Blaylock, P.O Box 1941, San Antonio, Texas 78297
Lodge Reports
Office This partnership is a reminder that when community groups come together, beautiful things blossom . If you haven’t had a chance to visit NIOSA, it’s a lively part of Fiesta with live music, great food and vendors throughout We’re thrilled to be able to help in our small way in making Fiesta come alive and we look forward to welcoming NIOSA volunteers back for the next season
We also celebrate the awarding of college scholarships this month – an investment in the future of our youth, made possible by the generosity of our members and the generations that came before The scholarship recipients are not only scholars; many are also campers, dancers and volunteers who’ve grown within our society and are now poised to carry our mission for-
ward
What a spring it’s been in San Antonio! From Final Four basketball excitement to the myriad of Fiesta events, downtown has been alive with celebrations and so much energy Though we may have done our share of complaining about the traffic and crowds, it was beautiful to see all the excitement from the concerts, celebrations, cheers and even blimps I am not sure when I have seen downtown more alive with the hustle and bustle of so many activities . As we prepare for the 2025 summer camp season, let us carry this momentum with us Let us gather, serve, and celebrate together – rooted in our mission, and always growing stronger through fellowship . Together, we are Hermann Sons Life
Fun Day tickets available soon
SAN ANTONIO – Hermann Sons Life is working with Six Flags Fiesta Texas to again provide discounted tickets for a fun day at the park this summer This year, families can attend on a day of their own choosing during a designated two-week period . Due to increasingly busy summer schedules, Member Benefits Vice President Cecily Kelly explains the change will allow more families to be able to take advantage of the discounted amusement park tickets
Online tickets sales and dates will be available as soon as all the details are worked out Stay tuned on social media and the website!
Community Spotlight
‘Curing the fear of cancer one box at a time’
BELLVILLE – The Blessing Box Project is a grassroots organization founded and spearheaded by Dawn Compton, a Bellville resident, who along with volunteers from across the nation, pack up, seal and ship boxes to cancer survivors.
The Blessing Box Project helps women who need not just mastectomy pillows and drain shirts, but support and encouragement.
“No person who receives a Blessing Box is ever charged for one. These boxes are made with kindness by fellow Pink Sisters aka Pink Tribe and loved ones who want to be part of this amazing grassroots project,” Dawn said.
Dawn received a breast cancer diagnosis in March 2018 and underwent a double mastectomy and reconstruction in April 2018. She underwent chemo, radiation and is now in the seventh year of 10 continuing a chemo pill (hormone blocker) treatment.
Early in her journey she began knitting hats to give to others un-
dergoing chemo adopting a perspective of “choosing to shine not whine” and focusing on praying for others.
She began researching Facebook for others on cancer journeys and discovered several groups. She found a pillow and shirt pattern and made herself a couple and a couple more to donate to her doctor’s office. She decided to make some for a friend she had met through Facebook and sent her a box.
“Little did I know the Blessing Box Project was breathed into existence,” Dawn said.
Word spread of the special boxes and requests starting coming in. People were interested in purchasing the boxes, but none were ever sold, only given out of kindness. Soon postage was donated, materials were donated, fabric was donated, and women were holding sewing gatherings. By 2019, a spreadsheet was developed for requests and the program continued to grow. Volun-
teers from across the U.S. joined the effort.
Relying on her faith in God and following His word, Dawn said, “abundance shows up before I need it.
“This story is not about me, but about a tribe, a community, a Facebook page, of almost 15,000 people around the world,” she said.
Dawn said no one who requests a box is ever told no. “Every request gets a box, every single time,” she said. “Early or late the box always goes. It is never too late for kindness.”
In Every Blessing Box:
A drain shirt. Drains are a pain, and these shirts allow you to have some comfort with pockets on the inside to hold the drains and buttons to slip it on with ease. They make it easier to not snag those tubes on everything, go to the doctor or simply move from bed to chair.
A Mastectomy Pillow
These pillows are a huge help.
Employee Spotlight
Vice president a life-time HSL member
SAN ANTONIO – Samantha Schulmeier Kelley has been employed at the Home Office for almost 20 years and has served as Vice President of Operations and COO since June of 2017.
In addition to the myriad of duties that come with being an executive, she oversees the Member Services and New Business, Claims and Annuities Departments. She has been a member since she was two years old and has served as vice president of Kirby Lodge since the late, great Leroy Muehlstein talked her into it more than 13 years ago.
Over the years, Samantha has earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics with a Minor in Statistics from UTSA, two associate’s degrees from San Antonio College, one in Business Administration, one in Mathematics, and is a Certified IRA Professional (CIP)
Samantha
Schulmeier Kelley
and a Fraternal Insurance Counselor (FIC).
Samantha said she and the love of her life, husband Jonathan, enjoy going on many adventures together. They especially like going to zoos, museums, concerts,
They make everything from a car ride, hugging loved ones, and holding little ones and pets tolerable.
Extra
surprises
Extra surprises are small gifts that have been donated by the pink tribe, many of whom are previous recipients of a Blessing Box.
Additional pillows
Heart pillows and port pillows are also available as requested. Heart pillows are used under the arm to cushion lumpectomy and lymph node incisions. Port pillows protect chest ports while using seat belts or when extra cushioning is needed.
Help Our Cause
The average box, if there were no donations, cost $29 for material to construct a pillow and drain shirt and postage is an average of $14 per box continental USA, totaling $43.
At publishing date there have been almost 21,000 requests and right at 19,000 boxes have
been mailed.
“The pending box dates all spread out for past, present and future surgeries so I continue to ship as many as I can as often as I can for as long as I can and then I sleep!” Dawn said.
Due to never charging for a Blessing Box, donations are never expected but are always appreciated. Donations can be funds, fabric, men’s buttonup shirts, poly-fill or supplies through an Amazon wish list.
More information, ways to donate and box requests are available through The Blessing Box Project website, theblessingboxproject.com.
“…Just don’t give your power and smile away to the fear. You ARE strong enough. Don’t worry alone. You are NOT alone. We are now all connected by the amazing pink thread. I can’t cure cancer, but we are curing the fear of cancer one box at a time.” – Written in cooperation with Dawn Compton.
Editor/Communications Director
theater shows, hiking park trails, spending time with their nephews and traveling.
She has been to 42 of the 50 U.S. states, 184 of the 254 counties in Texas and 60 of the 88 Texas State Parks.
“Any excuse to cross a state, county or park off my list or add a new smushed penny to my collection and I’m IN!” Samantha said.
“I love to pier fish in fresh or salt water, however, Jonathan prefers to just watch and politely remind me that ‘there are faster ways to feed the fish.’
“One of the most rewarding things about working at Hermann Sons Life is getting to help, educate, know, meet, laugh with and mourn with our many dedicated members as we go through the various phases of life together. Hermann Sons Life truly is a family,” Samantha said.
All news articles and photographs should be mailed to: Editor
Hermann Sons Life, P.O. Box 1941, San Antonio, TX 78297-1941 or emailed to: elaines@hermannsonslife.org
Reports and photos can also be submitted online at hermannsonslife.org under Member Benefits, Officer Forms. The report deadline is the 10th of each month. For example, for the January issue, the deadline is Dec. 10. The Hermann Sons Life newspaper is an official publication of Hermann Sons Life. The management and editorial policy of the newspaper shall be in the hands of the President and CEO, and the President and CEO shall have the authority to appoint a member or members of Hermann Sons Life as editor and/or business manager thereof.
Camp News
Camp enrollment going strong!
By IAN BRASSETT
Executive Camp Director
Greetings from Comfort!
What a wonderful beginning to the start of spring. We finally had some much needed rain here in Comfort; however, we could always use some more. These winds however have been driving Heath crazy as he continues to keep the pools looking fabulous for our campers and staff.
Enrollment is still going strong and certainly ahead of our projections. Session Two, July 6-12, is now full, but there are still openings in other sessions! Don’t forget to use the member code for discounted member pricing.
CIT Zoom
Since Camp is now coed, there will be some differences from previous summers. Therefore, I will be holding a CIT Zoom meeting to help prepare parents and CIT campers. It will be held on May 22 at 6 p.m. Watch our social media for the link.
I am still accepting CIT applications for members who will be 15 and 16 by Sept.
1, 2025. The application and directions can be found on the Hermann Sons Life website, hermannsonslife.org
Go to Member Benefits – Camp – Counselors-in-Training.
Volunteer Workday
A second Camp Volunteer Workday will be held on May 17 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The first Volunteer Workday was an incredible success! It was so productive, and as I mentioned earlier there is so much to accomplish blending the boys’ and girls’ camps together.
We'd love your help again! This one will be targeting activities and getting the facility prepared for the arrival of our campers. If you can spend some or all your day with us, it would be greatly appreciated.
Open house
The annual Open House will be held June 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring your friends and families for a great day of swimming, the challenge course, archery, dance, crafts, tours and more!
Group Rentals
We’ve been very busy here in
You’re Invited to Camp Open House June 7
Meal • 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Hot dogs/burgers, beans, coleslaw, chips
-
p.m.
Comfort.
Not only are we preparing camp for our campers, but we are hosting groups who are renting the camp facilities. In March, four different groups utilized our magnificent facility with two more in both April and May. The rentals generate funds
that help us keep camp rates down.
The facilities are available for church retreats, band camps, girl and boy scouts, weddings, family reunions and more. It’s a great value.
Visit the website for more rental details and fees.
Lodge donations
Thank you to Bandera Lodge for donating $1,000 and to Comfort Lodge for its $500 donation! All donations are greatly appreciated and will be used to benefit the campers. There are many costs involved to keep the 30-year-old facilities maintained.
Sales
Spring into savings with our new MYGA!
By TERESA SAATHOFF Vice President of Sales
SAN ANTONIO – Spring is a season of growth and we are excited to announce something new is blossoming at Hermann Sons Life!
We are putting the final touches on a Multi-Year Guaranteed Annuity (MYGA) – a secure, predictable way to grow your savings with a guaranteed interest rate over a set period. With our MYGA, you will enjoy:
• Guaranteed interest rates for a set period of time.
• 3-year MYGA or 5-year MYGA options.
• Stable, predictable growth on your savings.
• Security with confidence in your financial journey.
Teresa Saathoff
Whether you are planning for retirement, looking to diversify your portfolio or simply looking to make your money work
100% Hermann Sons Life Family
BRENHAM – Hermann Sons Life congratulates the Bentke family on becoming 100% Hermann Sons Life family.
Jeri Bentke is a member of Brenham Lodge. This family was written by Agent Gary Falkenberg.
Hochheim-Prairie Lodge member
wins gift card
The Sales Department is recognizing eight more recommenders for the month of March. We appreciate the 40 members who have recommended 45 new members to Hermann Sons Life in 2025. The winner of a gift card for March is Wilburn Pargmann of Hochheim-Prairie Lodge.
harder, our MYGA is designed to help you achieve your financial goals with confidence and without guesswork. It is just one more way we are helping our members build a strong foundation for the future.
Stay tuned – we will be sharing more details soon!
Whether you count on us for your life insurance protection, retirement annuities or Medicare support, you can trust that we are here for our members – today, tomorrow, and for every season of life. As your needs grow and change, our commitment to serving you and your family stays the same.
Thank you for being a Hermann Sons Life member.
In the blink of an eye they’re grown
I want to personally wish all Hermann Sons Life moms, Grandmothers, mother figures and caregivers a Happy Mother’s Day! Being the mom to four children, it is amazing to me how fast the time flew by and in the blink of an eye, all my children are grown and on their own. Being a mom has been the most exhausting, sometimes overwhelming, underpaid, but incredibly rewarding job I have ever had. I would not trade any of it and would go back and do it all again if I had the chance.
I recently heard that 90% of the time you spend with your children happens before they turn 18. In hindsight, the time
with my kids flew by and their childhood years are gone. I wish I had taken in more of the everyday moments of their little hands in mine, all the giggles, the sweet hugs, the neverending questions and ordinary magic and awe that my children brought during the simplest moments of my life. I also wish that I had worried less about the never-ending messes in the house and all the sleepless nights and daily chaos that seemed to never stop and instead took the time to simply absorb the sweet moments. Enjoy your day on May 11 –YOU DESERVE IT! Happy Mother’s Day!
– Teresa Saathoff
Flores joins sales team
San Antonio – The Hermann Sons Life Sales Department welcomes new agent Janie Flores of San Antonio.
Janie is a licensed health and life insurance agent and has been a health broker for five years with expertise in Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security.
“I am dedicated to helping seniors and individuals navigate their healthcare and financial protection options,” Janie said. “I’m passionate about educating clients to ensure they have coverage that meets their needs.”
Janie earned an associate’s degree in journalism in 2019.
Sales manager attends NABIP Conference
Regional Sales Manager David Guerrero represented Hermann Sons Life at the NABIP Conference in Galveston. David serves as secretary on the Board of the National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals “NABIP” for the San Antonio Chapter. David is pictured with Su Rendon of Spark Advisors.
Janie Flores
Agents Directory (alphabetized
Adkins
«Roxy Pruski • 210-218-6204
Judith Schulmeier, FIC • 210-667-1938
Alice
Paula Gebert • 361-701-7527
Sheri McBryde • 361-876-6893
Austin
«Brad Klein, FIC • 512-497-0678
Gloria A. Cerca • 210-274-3137
Janie Flores • 210-376-0501
Shirley Kuhen Faske • 512-789-3975
Bandera
Heather Hart • 210-412-4041
Boerne
Ana Vasquez, FIC • 210-569-4660
Heather Hart • 210-412-4041
Brenham
«Gary Falkenberg, FICF • 713-466-6069
Bulverde
Debbie Allen • 210-326-9753
Heather Hart • 210-412-4041
Martha Villanueva • 830-481-0032
Castroville
Glenford Boehme, FIC • 210-219-9792
«Jacqulynn Herrmann • 210-275-0429
«Laurie Steele • 210-414-4755
Michael Franke • 830-444-4877 or 361-290-3577
«Reagan Haby Rogiers • 210-695-5588
Stephen Bonahoom • 210-695-5588
Cibolo/Schertz
Judith Schulmeier, FIC • 210-667-1938
Comfort
Ana Vasquez, FIC • 210-569-4660
Heather Hart • 210-412-4041
Converse
Dan Boenig • 210-705-1815
«Roxy Pruski • 210-218-6204
Judith Schulmeier, FIC • 210-667-1938
Corpus Christi
Paula Gebert • 361-701-7527
Sheri McBryde • 361-876-6893
Coupland
«Brad Klein, FIC • 512-497-0678
Cuero
Tracy Fuchs • 361-564-2250
Wayne Tiffin • 361-564-8144
Dallas
Gilbert Shelby • 214-289-1815
Devine
Cynthia Sultenfuss, FIC • 210-219-6409
«Laurie Steele • 210-414-4755
Robin Sultenfuss • 210-854-4443
El Campo
Hector Gutierrez • 979-543-2709
Fayetteville
Linda Mattocks • 512-736-9988
Judith Schulmeier, FIC • 210-667-1938
Floresville
Gladys Rowley, FIC • 210-219-6964
Fort Worth
Sandra Jones, FIC • 817-781-7155
Fredericksburg
Todd Bierschwale • 830-997-2130
Galveston
Teri Walston • 832-620-5405
Georgetown
«Brad Klein, FIC • 512-497-0678
Giddings
Linda Mattocks • 512-736-9988
Goliad
Tracy Fuchs • 361-550-2003
Gonzales
Bobbie Polasek • 830-672-6317
Helotes
Rayna Sue Irwin • 210-710-7038
«Reagan Haby Rogiers • 210-695-5588
Hondo
«Jacqulynn Herrmann • 210-275-0429
«Laurie Steele • 210-414-4755
Stephen Bonahoom • 210-695-5588
Houston
«Gary Falkenberg, FICF • 713-466-6069
Hector Gutierrez • 979-543-2709
Janie Flores • 210-376-0501
Teri Walston • 832-620-5405
Jourdanton
Gladys Rowley, FIC • 210-219-6964
«Laurie Steele • 210-414-4755
Kerrville
Heather Hart • 210-412-4041
La Grange
Linda Mattocks • 512-736-9988
«Kyle Hartmann • 979-639-1439
La Vernia
Marlin Tanneberger, FIC • 210-827-7229
«Roxy Pruski • 210-218-6204
Laredo
Janie Flores • 210-376-0501
League City
Teri Walston • 832-620-5405
Lockhart
Janice Kuhen • 512-393-1431
Marion
Lorene Bielke, FIC • 830-420-2380 or 830-305-6900 (cell)
Judith Schulmeier, FIC • 210-667-1938
Moulton
Judith Schulmeier, FIC • 210-667-1938
New Braunfels
«Becki Lucas • 361-550-9358
Brenda Heulitt • 830-832-1674
Britney Cross • 281-450-6291
«Carol Lopez • 210-683-7241
Gloria A. Cerca • 210-274-3137
Krystal Wilson • 623-698-8348
Martha Villanueva • 830-481-0032
Vanessa Meier • 210-264-8658
Niederwald
Shirley Kuhen Faske • 512-789-3975
Odessa
Martha Villanueva • 830-481-0032
Orange Grove
Paula Gebert • 361-701-7527
Paige
Linda Mattocks • 512-736-9988
Rockport
Linda Dlugosch • 361-935-5717
Rosenberg-Richmond
«Gary Falkenberg, FICF • 713-466-6069
Round Top
Linda Mattocks • 512-736-9988
Rutersville
«Kyle Hartmann • 979-639-1439
San Antonio
Analilia Estrada • 210-772-0027
Ana Vasquez, FIC • 210-569-4660 «Carol Lopez • 210-683-7241
Chris Naughton • 210-365-2009
Corina Gomez • 210-262-3747
David Guerrero Jr. • 210-800-6758
Debbie Allen • 210-326-9753
Gladys Rowley, FIC • 210-219-6964
Gloria A. Cerca • 210-274-3137
Heather Hart • 210-412-4041
Isabel Diaz Servin • 210-394-4120
Janie Flores • 210-376-0501
L.J. Ramirez • 512-900-9347
Lauren Gilhooly • 210-381-0845
Luiz Torres Mendez • 470-962-1174
Martha Villanueva • 830-481-0032
Rayna Sue Irwin • 210-710-7038
Richard DeLeon • 210-833-8514 «Roxy Pruski • 210-218-6204
Suzanne Saenz • 210-838-2711
Tony Davila • 210-462-6211
San Marcos
Janice Kuhen • 512-393-1431
Krystal Wilson • 623-698-8348
Shirley Kuhen Faske • 512-789-3975
Vanessa Meier • 210-264-8658
Schulenburg «Kyle Hartmann • 979-639-1439
Seguin
Annette D. Roecker • 830-832-0724 «Roxy Pruski • 210-218-6204
Spring Branch
Debbie Allen • 210-326-9753
Heather Hart • 210-412-4041
Martha Villanueva • 830-481-0032
St. Hedwig
Judith Schulmeier, FIC • 210-667-1938
Stockdale
Ronald Wiatrek • 210-771-4354
Victoria Linda Dlugosch • 361-935-5715
Denotes a Featured Agent
teresas@hermannsonslife.org
ROBERT J. AHR
Anton Wenzel Lodge
Died June 22, 2020 • Age 85
ALBERT T. UHR
Siemering Lodge
Died Sept. 1, 2020 • Age 84
WILLIAM R. SCHULTZ
Jourdanton Lodge
Died Nov. 25, 2020 • Age 62
ALBERT MEYER JR.
Gay Hill Lodge
Died April 19, 2021 • Age 85
FLORENCE A. HOFF
Edelweiss-Magnolia Lodge
Died Sept. 13, 2021 • Age 91
DONALD W. SCHAWE
Niederwald Lodge Died April 1, 2024 • Age 73
MARRA A. POLLOK
Louise Schuetze Lodge
Died May 5, 2024 • Age 81
PATRICIA D. BURKETT
Edelweiss-Magnolia Lodge
Died May 10, 2024 • Age 71
MARK A. MENSIK
Schulenburg Lodge
Died Oct. 18, 2024 • Age 58
DALE D. BAKER
Brunhilde Lodge
Died Oct. 23, 2024 • Age 62
ALOIS KEILERS
Rutersville Lodge
Died Nov. 11, 2024 • Age 90
In Memoriam of Our Deceased Members
MARVIN L. SCHUCHARDT
Seguin Lodge
Died Nov. 21, 2024 • Age 83
DELORES A. GASKAMP
Brenham Lodge
Died Nov. 29, 2024 • Age 91
ANNA B. HALAMUDA
Kirby Lodge
Died Dec. 20, 2024 • Age 97
HELEN M. HUPE
Rosenberg Richmond Lodge
Died Dec. 25, 2024 • Age 92
WILLIAM A. BERGER
Gonzales Lodge
Died Jan. 01, 2025 • Age 98
WILLIAM F. GRAEFE
Gulf Lodge
Died Jan. 4, 2025 • Age 89
ROBERT E. MOCKERT JR.
Spring Branch Lodge
Died Jan. 6, 2025 • Age 56
SHERRY L. WALDROP
Austin Lodge
Died Jan. 13, 2025 • Age 75
DELBERT E. TRIESCH
Twin Sisters Lodge
Died Jan. 17, 2025 • Age 85
MAXINE M. SLYMAN
Vineta Lodge
Died Jan. 17, 2025 • Age 75
MARY R. CROCKETT
Orange Grove Lodge
Died Jan. 24, 2025 • Age 89
GENE E. MOELLENBERG
Rutersville Lodge
Died Jan. 26, 2025 • Age 79
ELLA M. FINCH
Gonzales Lodge
Died Jan. 28, 2025 • Age 90
HELEN M. KNOLL
Twin Sisters Lodge
Died Jan. 30, 2025 • Age 81
DUDLEY W. GARRETT
Hochheim-Prairie Lodge
Died Feb. 1, 2025 • Age 88
CHARLENE T. JASIK
Greater Texas Lodge
Died Feb. 2, 2025 • Age 84
BERNICE E. PILSNER
Weesatche Lodge
Died Feb. 2, 2025 • Age 87
ALMA A. SCHMIDT
Austin Lodge
Died Feb. 7, 2025 • Age 95
CARROLL D. STANFORD
Womack Lodge
Died Feb. 8, 2025 • Age 81
JIMMY F. BARNETT
Da Costa Lodge
Died Feb. 8, 2025 • Age 89
ROSALIE L. LYLE
Louise Schuetze Lodge
Died Feb. 9, 2025 • Age 83
PRESTON C. KRONKOSKY
Austin Lodge
Died Feb. 10, 2025 • Age 91
OSCAR L. KLOESEL
Shiner Lodge
Died Feb. 11, 2025 • Age 85
FRANK J. PERFETTO
Gonzales Lodge
Died Feb. 12, 2025 • Age 90
VIVIAN LANGE
McGregor Lodge
Died Feb. 13, 2025 • Age 95
JOHN C. KOCH
Cibolo Lodge
Died Feb. 14, 2025 • Age 54
DOROTHY M. SYMANK
Womack Lodge
Died Feb. 16, 2025 • Age 95
G. F. STAUTZENBERGER
Kypfer-Salge Lodge
Died Feb. 20, 2025 • Age 94
BEATY R. BRYANT
Old Glory Lodge
Died Feb. 22, 2025 • Age 87
BOBBY G. THOMPSON
Deanville Lodge
Died Feb. 23, 2025 • Age 91
IRENE A. WASAG
Biry Lodge
Died Feb. 26, 2025 • Age 87
SHARON L. HUDKINS
Brunhilde Lodge
Died Feb. 27, 2025 • Age 80
RUBY I. RECHENTHIN
Comfort Lodge
Died Feb. 28, 2025 • Age 98
AUDREY A. LUETGE
Rutersville Lodge
Died Feb. 28, 2025 • Age 76
HARRY KARP JR.
Anton Wenzel Lodge
Died Feb. 28, 2025 • Age 80
KEITH A. BUTLER
Anton Wenzel Lodge
Died March 1, 2025 • Age 62
GARY M. COOMBS
Karnes City Lodge
Died March 1, 2025 • Age 69
LORETTA W. STRIEBER
Yorktown Lodge
Died March 3, 2025 • Age 89
ELEIN R. BEERY
Cameron Lodge
Died March 3, 2025 • Age 89
RICHARD W. RABEL
Anton Wenzel Lodge
Died March 5, 2025 • Age 76
A. J. KASMIERSKY JR. Rutersville Lodge
Died March 5, 2025 • Age 82
ROBERT P. HIGGINS
Mission - Alamo Lodge
Died March 8, 2025 • Age 80
CHARLES M. RYLAND
Harmonia Lodge
Died March 12, 2025 • Age 86
WAYNE A. SPARCK
Weesatche Lodge
Died March 13, 2025 • Age 70 The
MEMORIAL DONATION FORM
75 Years
JANIS F. CLASS Cat Spring Lodge
CLARA A. THOMPSON Corpus Christi Lodge
JANIE L. DICKSON
FELTON D. DOHMANN Da Costa Lodge
VERNON E. SCHROEDER Edelweiss-Magnolia Lodge
LEONARD W. BRANDT Gonzales Lodge
MARY L. KOSSAETH Helotes Lodge
HILBERT A. LIEKE JR. Karnes City Lodge
FAIRY M. WYRICK Louise Schuetze Lodge
MARGARET A. SORGEE Niederwald Lodge
GLORIA M. HARRELL Pershing Lodge
LINDA J. CLEARY
JUDY L. FISCHER Vineta Lodge
70 Years
PATSY A. LINGENFELTER Bexar Lodge
ROGER W. WIENKEN Columbus Lodge
WILLIAM J. CORDES
MAXINE R. DOHMANN
CLAY A. OTHOLD
HENRY O. SCHRAMEK
WILLIAM S. SCHRAMEK Da Costa Lodge
PAUL B. DAILY Dallas Lodge
JOE D. BARTEK JR. Deanville Lodge
PATRICIA H. N. FEY Ellinger Lodge
JANICE H. MCCUTCHEON Fredericksburg Lodge
JOE P. SCHAETTER Harmonia Lodge
RANDY ALBERT
PEGGY LA VERNE HAAS Houston Lodge
LESTER D. REICHERT
DIANA L. SMITH Jourdanton Lodge
EVELYN S. BLAYLOCK Louise Schuetze Lodge
EVELYN HAAS Marion Lodge
BOBBY E. SMASAL Pershing Lodge
ELTON S. OPPERMANN Rutersville Lodge
RAYMOND D. MUELLER Shelby Lodge
RICHARD G. KARM
JOHN D. ROSENTHAL Siemering Lodge
JOHN K. WOLLITZ Waco-Robinson Lodge
DAVID W. HAMPE Womack Lodge
60 Years
BILLY B. MARKETTE JR. Anton Wenzel Lodge
PATRICK J. BRANYAN Austin Lodge
JOE W. M. GOODENOUGH Brazosport Lodge
CATHLEEN A. SANDER Brenham Lodge
JOHNNA D. LYONS Brunhilde Lodge
TERRY J. GROFF Castroville Lodge
EDWARD A. RANKIN Corpus Christi Lodge
JOHN L. ANDERSEN Edelweiss-Magnolia Lodge
GERALD D. SANDERS JR. Fredericksburg Lodge
JESSIE E. STONE Greater Texas Lodge
DORIS M. KONECNY Gulf Lodge
JAMES P. WINSTEAD
JEFFREY O. WINSTEAD Harmonia Lodge
RUSSELL J. MUEHLSTEIN Hochheim-Prairie Lodge
Pioneers
DONNA M. STATHAM New Braunfels Lodge
DONALD R. HAGEMANN Plum Lodge
RYON D. KRAUSE Spring Branch Lodge
ALONA M. HILL Waco-Robinson Lodge
CYNTHIA E. BAKER
DELBERT C. KLUMP Washington Lodge
50 Years
DOUG BRYANT
JASON L. PREUSS Brenham Lodge
TROY E. SCHUETZ Cibolo Lodge
JOSEPH D. RHODES Corpus Christi Lodge
FRANK E. MALINA JR.
BRADLEY N. WAIDA Da Costa Lodge
ANTHONY V. PALAZZO
JEAN E. REAVES
RYAN K. RUPE Edelweiss-Magnolia Lodge
BRANDI M. JONES Fredericksburg Lodge
VIRGINIA A. CRAWFORD
JAMES R. SAMPLEY Fort Worth Lodge
WILLIAM W. OEBEL Harmonia Lodge
LARRY W. GREBE Gay Hill Lodge
KRISTA M. BURKE Gulf Lodge
KENNETH D. KUCHYNKA Gonzales Lodge
ALOIS F. JANAK
BEVERLY F. RUDOLPH Hochheim-Prairie Lodge
TOBIN C. FLINN
MICHAEL L. TSCHIRHART
Hondo Lodge
ERIN K. FLINN
Hondo Victory Lodge
KIRK P. JURESKI
Houston Lodge
PATRICIA A. TOLLESON
Kirby Lodge
LONNIE E. PITTMAN JR.
Lockhart Lodge
DELORES F. ALTON
JULIE BOYD
THERESA A. HAYNES
SUSAN M. MCKINNEY
Louise Schuetze Lodge
RONALD V. GALLOWAY
CURT R. MUEHLSTEIN
KATHLEEN A. SEALS
Old Glory Lodge
JEREMIAH T. MATUS
PAUL T. THARP
Paige Lodge
JAMES J. CANO
EDGAR B. LEE JR.
JEANNE E. MCDONALD
GREGORY L. TABOR
KEITH L. TABOR
Pershing Lodge
JEFFREY OLTJENDIERS Poth Lodge
SHAWN D. MEINKOWSKY Round Top Lodge
MATTHEW A. KUSS
Roscoe Lodge
JASEN W. HENSLEY
COURTNEY SULLIVAN
Rosenberg Richmond Lodge
CHRISTINA F. CITZLER
Rutersville Lodge
DAVID W. LEIST Shiner Lodge
MICHAEL D. BROOKS
GAY LYNN OLSOVSKY
Seguin Lodge
JOHN J. NIXON
PATRICK J. NIXON
Siemering Lodge
MICHELLE M. BURCH Spring Branch Lodge
SHERRY STUELER Twin Sisters Lodge
TERRI G. WELLS Vineta Lodge
KENNETH E. WIESE Womack Lodge
Linda DeLeon has received her 70-year membership pin. A member of Twin Sisters Lodge, she has been a member since Aug. 1, 1955. She resides in San Antonio.
Ronald G. Brossmann has received his 70-year membership pin. A member of Schulenburg Lodge, he has been a member since Oct. 15, 1964. He resides in Schulenburg.
The family of the late Sandy J. Wesch received her 60-year membership pin. A member of Stern Lodge, she had been a member since Jan. 1, 1965.
Statewide bowling tourney July 26-27 in San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO – The 60th Hermann Sons Life Statewide Bowling Tournament will be held July 26-27 at Bowlero Thousand Oaks in San Antonio.
The rules of the tournament are listed below. Use the form to the right to enter a team. For more information, contact Tournament Secretary Sandra Jones at 817-781-7155.
1. At least two members of the team must be a member of Hermann Sons Life as of July 26, 2025.
Two non-members per team is allowed.
2. Non USBC bowlers may pay an affiliate membership fee of $20, which will provide high score recognition.
3. Handicap is 90% from 220 for each bowler per event.
4. IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY: It shall be each bowler’s responsibility to determine that the submitted average is correct. Failure to use the correct average shall disqualify the score if submitted average is lower than correct average thereby resulting in a lower classification or more handicap. Prize winnings shall be based on the submitted average if it is higher than the correct average. However, corrections in averages may be permitted up to the completion of the first game of a series. Every entry blank must have each bowler’s highest USBC Certified 20232024 book average based on 21 games or more at the time of participation in the tournament. Bowlers not having a 2023-2024 average must use highest 20242025 book average based on 21 games. Bowlers not having 20232024 or 2024-2025 book average must use 2025 summer average of nine games or more in one league at time of participation. Bowlers not having any of the above averages, but who bowled 9 games in the 2024 tournament may use the average for those 9 games in the 2025 tournament. USBC Rule 319(A-2) is waived (10 or more pins increase in average).
A: 2023-2024 yearbook average.
B: 2024-2025 yearbook average.
60th Hermann Sons Life State Bowling Tournament
ENTRIES MUST BE POSTMARKED BY JULY 1, 2025 Entry fees: $22/Singles – $22/Doubles – $22/Team – All Events (optional) – $5 Each fee consists of $9.50 for prize fund, $10.50 for lineage and $2 for expenses
Team Name: City or Town Represented: List bowlers' names in order of bowling - Lineup will not be rearranged!
If any of the above are delegates, please place an "*" beside his/her name.
Howie’s Happenings
Off the naughty list – well almost!
By ROBIN CZARNEK President and CEO
The boys almost made it off the naughty list, but they always seem to find their way back on it. They’re just too mischievous and love treats too much to stay off of it!
Right after Dave and I made a quick trip to the grocery store, we got home and rushed to put the groceries away and ran off to a lodge meeting. In our hurry, we left both corn and flour tortillas on the kitchen island. We came home to find bits of plastic on the floor and a backyard full of corn tortillas. The boys definitely seem to prefer flour tortillas – there wasn’t a single bit of them left!
We enjoyed Easter at my cousin’s home. They raise Cane Corsos and have a Boston Terrier granddog, Maggie. We had a blast playing with them. All their pups are so well-trained and entertaining. They amaze us with their skills. Their pups
mind so well and even perform fun tricks. We’ve often said the real problem with the boys is probably us. When we got home, they gave us the full sniff-down for sure.
Howie and Beau want to introduce you to their adorable friend, Flynn. He was one of the first three pups rescued from a hoarding case. He was very scared at first, but has settled in amazingly well and has really come out of his shell. He’s a goofy little boy with a big personality who absolutely loves attention and gives major tail wags to show his appreciation. If you’re interested in meeting Flynn or any of the other pups at HOTK9, please email hotk9rescue@yahoo.com to schedule a visit. HOTK9 is a 501(c)(3) no-kill canine shelter dedicated to rescuing pups in need.
For more information or to view the amazing dogs available for adoption, visit www. heartoftexasspca.com or find
Dad there’s a squirrel out there, let us out!
Heart of Texas SPCA/HOTK9 Rescue on Facebook. You’ll also find details about their adoption events. These are great opportunities to meet more wonderful pups. Please remember that HOTK9 Rescue is a volunteer-run organization, so email is the best way to reach them.
Again mom? I love you too and it wasn’t me, it was Beau.
Hello! My name is Flynn! I would be a great, fun addition to your family! Well that was exhausting! Let’s rest up before we go again!
San Antonio to host statewide bowling tourney
Cont’d from Pg. 10
C: Summer 2025 average (9 games or more in one sanctioned league at time of participation).
5. All bowlers must check in 30 minutes before scheduled to bowl and should present their current USB Certified card.
6. Entry closing date is July 1, 2025.
7. Any appeal or protest must be made prior to the payment of prizes. USBC Rule #329.
8. Make check payable to HERMANN SONS STATE BOWLING TOURNAMENT.
9. All entries must be sent to the Tournament Manager no later than July 1, 2025. All entries postmarked the first post office business day following the entry closing date shall be accepted. Tournament director reserves the right to accept ap-
plications up to the beginning of bowling as long as lanes are available.
10. NO ENTRIES WILL BE RECORDED UNTIL MONEY IS RECEIVED.
11. No entry fee will be returned after being received.
12. Entry fee is $22 per event. All Events play is $5 optional. Non-members will pay an additional $20.
13. 100% of the prize money will be returned to bowlers. If bowler does not cash check within six months, prize winnings will be forfeited.
14. All winners’ averages will be verified before distribution of prize fund.
15. Prize ratio will be at least one for every five entries in team, singles and doubles.
16. Prize ratio for All Events will be one prize for every 20 entries.
17. Plaques will be awarded to each event’s first place winners.
18. Multiple participation will not be allowed, except in cases of emergency where a bowler who has not participated already cannot be found. At least three officers of the Executive Board must approve the substitute. This can only occur in the Team Event and Doubles Event. The decision of the Executive Board shall be final unless an appeal is made in accordance with Rule #329.
19. Two separate tournaments with two separate prize lists: one for USBC female members only and one for USBC male members only.
20. Average Adjustment USBC Rule #319E will apply.
21. No previous prize winnings need be reported.
22. USBC Rules will prevail in
all instances not herein covered.
23. SQUAD TIMES (TEAM CAPTAIN WILL BE NOTIFIED OF DATE TO BOWL):
– Opening ceremony will be held on July 26, 2025, at 12:30 p.m.
– Singles/Doubles - Saturday, July 26, at 1 p.m.
– Team - Sunday, July 27, at 10 a.m.
Additional squads may be added during the tournament, however no squad may be added after the final squad on July 27, 2025, at 10 a.m.
24. Two free team entries for 2025 Tournament (one male and one female) will be drawn for at the Annual Meeting on July 26, 2025.
25. Lanes will be dressed after each squad.
Twin Sisters to hold cemetery clean-up day May 3
BLANCO – Twin Sisters Lodge members along with community members will hold a clean-up day at the front end of the Blanco Cemetery on Join Hands Day, Saturday, May 3, from 8 to 10 a.m. The lodge will meet on Sunday, June 1, at 1:30 p.m. The meal will be fried fish with fries, hushpuppies, cole slaw, baked beans and desserts.
Guests at the April meeting were President and CEO Robin Czarnek and husband Dave, the the Rev. Kyle Nesrsta of St. Ferdinand’s Catholic Church, Nancy Faldek, Tim Nance and Edward Hartmann. Linda Lindermann was introduced as a new member.
Robin presented a 75-year membership pin to Gertrude Hartmann, 98 years old.
Robin gave Home Office updates on parking lot income,
Louise Schuetze to meet May 12
SAN ANTONIO – Louise Schuetze Lodge members will gather at a local restaurant to celebrate Mother’s Day on May 12. For reservations and details, please call Janet Abel at 210-363-4022 or Carol Grill at 956-821-7052.
President Lisa Robalin presented a 70-year membership pin to Mary Beam at the April meeting.
Members voted to donate to the San Antonio Food Bank in observance of Join Hands Day. Birthday celebrants were Debbie Gold and Alfonso Robalin.
Carol won the split-the-pot prize and Janet won the attendance prize. Six Easter attendance prizes were also awarded. Everyone enjoyed a Fiesta taco bar.
– Carol Grill
Helotes meets June 10
HELOTES – Helotes Lodge will meet on June 10 at 7 p.m. at Braun Hall. A meal will be provided.
Bandera County Lodge has merged with Helotes Lodge. All members are invited to attend meetings.
– Reporter
Gertrude Hartmann, 98, received her 75-year membership pin at the Twin Sisters Lodge April meeting. Several family members attended to help her celebrate the milestone. President and CEO Robin Czarnek presented Gertrude her pin.
the upcoming Camp season and general ways of being good stewards for generations.
Members observed a moment of silence for deceased members Randall Scott West, Delbert Triesch and Dorothy Long.
Trustee Kent Weber gave a report on the bathroom update
and provided a handout.
Birthday celebrants were Stephen Hartmann in April and Linda Lindermann in May. Kent and Sherry Weber celebrate an anniversary in May.
Myron Ethridge helped draw names for door prizes. Kent Weber was a winner, and he donat-
and CEO
ed his prize to the Building Fund.
Thank you to Kent and Stan Steiger for furnishing barbecue and to all who contributed sides and desserts.
– Reporter
Cibolo plans Flag Day event
CIBOLO – Cibolo Lodge will hold the Mother’s Day meeting on Thursday, May 1, at Christ the King Lutheran Church at 7 p.m. Lasagna will be served, and members are asked to bring sides. Men are responsible for desserts. Bingo will follow the meeting.
At the April meeting held at Golden Corral, member Bonnie Wyrich was presented her 60year membership pin.
A moment of silence was held was observed for deceased members, Martha L. Koehler and Nell Shepherd.
For the Join Hands Day project, members will help serve at the St. John’s annual turkey dinner in Marion on May 4. Details will be sent to members via email. Members will wear their Cibolo Lodge t-shirts.
The lodge will hold a Flag Day Ceremony on Flag Day, Saturday, June 14, at Cibolo City Hall, date and time TBD, most likely it will be held around 9 a.m. to keep everyone a little cool. Stay safe and well!
– Reporter
Twin Sisters Lodge member Gertrude Hartmann, center, received her 75-year membership pin at the April meeting. She is pictured with President
Robin Czarnek and President Marcus Ethridge.
President Lisa Robalin, left, presented a 70-year membership pin to Mary Beam at the April meeting of Louise Schuetze Lodge.
Louise Schuetze Lodge President Lisa Robalin, center, presented birthday gifts to Alfonso Robalin and Debbie Gold at the April meeting.
Cibolo Lodge President Tracy Campos, left, presented a 60-year membership pin to Bonnie Wyrich at the April meeting.
Brenham Lodge presents 100% Family Pin in March
BRENHAM – Brenham Lodge will meet on Friday, May 9. A meal of beef tips and sides will be served, and members are asked to provide desserts.
The lodge welcomed new member Jeri Bentke at the March meeting. The family of Ronald and Jeri Bentke are now a 100% Hermann Sons Life family. Agent Gary Falkenberg read a letter from the Home Office congratulating them and presented them with a 100% family pin.
Secretary Ashley Fehrle announced the lodge has a new Facebook page, search Hermann Sons Life Brenham. The lodge also has a page on the HSL website.
The catfish fundraiser in March
Celebrating March birthdays at Brenham Lodge were, from left, Ashley Fehrle, Nina Runge, and Gary Falkenberg.
was a great success. Keep up to date on upcoming fundraising meals on the Facebook page or the website.
Celebrating March birthdays
were Nina Runge, Gary Falkenberg and Ashley Fehrle.
Door prize winners were Josh Ruemke and Shirley Rowan. – Reporter
Brunhilde Lodge holds St. Patrick’s Day celebration
SAN ANTONIO – No one was pinched at the Brunhilde lodge meeting on March 16 at the Rathskeller Bar! Everyone was wearing something green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and the arrival of early spring in San Antonio.
Lodge members enjoyed lively games of Yahtzee and pool, along with plenty of conversation and sharing of photos over a potluck lunch.
The lodge is looking forward to additional gatherings this year, and maybe even a pool party this summer. Members are encouraged to follow Hermann Sons Brunhilde Lodge #7 on Facebook to stay in touch and find out about future meetings.
– Jen Stanford
Decked out for the Brunhilde Lodge St. Patrick’s Day celebration are Billy Ethington, Liz
McGregor plans meeting for May 6
MCGREGOR – McGregor Lodge will meet May 6 at George’s Restaurant on Hewitt at 5 p.m. Make plans to attend.
The lodge held its April meeting at Rancher’s Steakhouse in Gatesville. Members and guests enjoyed fellowship and a delicious meal.
For Join Hands Day, the lodge will donate to the McGregor
Food Pantry and to the McGregor Fire Department.
Birthday celebrants recognized were Betty Johnson, 91, and Doris Mooney, 80. Happy birthday wishes go out to all celebrating birthdays. Thank you to Teresa Sneed who made a delicious cake.
Happy anniversary wishes to John and Teresa Sneed who
celebrated their 50th anniversary on April 26. They are wished many more joyful years together.
Prayers were extended to the families of Vivian Lange and Karl Wolf who passed away. Lucky door prize winners were Regenia Arseneaux, Diane Weinstrom and Jerome Weinstrom. – Doris Mooney
Brenham Lodge held a pin presentation for a new 100% Hermann Sons Life Family at the March meeting. Pictured are, from left, Agent Gary Falkenberg, recipients Jeri and Ronald Bentke and President James Hyvl.
Pictured at the Brunhilde Lodge St. Patrick’s Day celebration are from left, Bob and Dagmar Can and Else Gottschalk.
Rocha, Jackie Lyerly, David Shaw, Jaqueline Platts and Jen Stanford.
Roy and Freya Snyder, from left, and Maria Pieske enjoy the potluck lunch during the Brunhilde Lodge St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
San Marcos will meet at Olive Garden on May 5
SAN MARCOS – San Marcos Lodge will meet at the Olive Garden restaurant on Monday, May 5, at 11:15 a.m. and moms will be honored for Mother’s Day.
The annual memorial service for members who passed in 2024 was held at the April meeting. Honored were Cassia Hodge of Austin, who died March 30, 2024; Ronald Shelton of Austin, Sept. 18, 2024; James D. Yancy of Edmond, Okla., Nov. 20, 2024; and Charles Pettibon of San Antonio, Dec. 14.
As each deceased member’s name was called, family members were asked to come forward and light a candle in honor of their family member.
Membership Coordinator Mary Jane Smith lit a candle for each deceased member who did not have a representative in attendance.
Members voted to donate $100 to the Crabapple Fire Relief Fund to help Gillespie County’s recovery efforts.
San Marcos Lodge attendance prize winners at the April meeting were, from left, Betty Rust and Mary Jane Smith.
President and Agent Shirley Faske reminded all members the lodge’s membership goal for the year is six new members. Please refer prospects to Shirley or Agent Janice Kuhen to help the lodge meet its goal this year.
In her report, Shirley also reminded members new Hermann Sons Life annuities are paying 5% with a minimum
Spring Branch will meet May 18
Spring Branch Lodge recognized anniversary celebrants Sharon and Chuck Knibbe at the March meeting. Chuck also celebrated a birthday. Members voted to send money to the Bulverde Food Bank and donate items to the Bulverde Humane Society for the Join Hands Day. Attendance prize winners were Sharon Knibbe, Darrell Woody, Sandra Duncan, Phyllis Havens, Karin Boos, Russell Boos and Gloria Gass. The lodge will meet May 18 at 1:30 p.m. at the Bulverde Community Center.
Boerne donates to Grief Camp
BOERNE – Boerne lodge will meet on Friday, May 2, at 11:30 a.m. at The Center at Kronkosky Place.
On April 4, the lodge welcomed two new transfer members from the Siemering Lodge, Ron and Debra Martin.
Members voted to donate $500 to Grief Support Camp in Comfort for Join Hands Day.
Members send sincere condolences to the family of Jack Faech-
San Marcos Lodge honored birthday celebrant Agnes Dreibrodt at the April meeting.
guarantee of 2.9%. Anyone purchasing an annuity becomes a HSL member.
Camp open house is Saturday, June 7, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a good time to introduce nonmembers to camp.
Hermann Sons Life families will be able to purchase discounted Fiesta Texas this summer and can choose from two different
weekends to attend. More details to come.
er. Jack was a loyal member of the lodge for many years. In honor of Jack a memorial donation will be made to St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Boerne.
Happy birthday to Harvey Vogt who celebrated his 87th birthday on April 12.
Jacquie Faecher was the winner of the Easter word search puzzle and won an Easter mug with candied almonds.
– Barbara D’Spain
HOUSTON – Houston Lodge will meet Monday, May 12, at Don Jose’s Restaurant, 5305 Antoine Dr. Social hour begins at 6 p.m. and the dinner at 6:30 pm. The lodge welcomes new member Golden Macias.
For Join Hands Day, members will volunteer at the Houston Food Bank on Saturday, May 3. It was reported the 2025 membership campaign theme is “Build a Legacy” and the goal for the lodge is seven new members. Agent Gary Falkenberg earned
Attendance prize winners were Betty Rust and Mary Jane Smith.
– Janice Kuhen
The Easter greeting cards created for Join Hands Day have been mailed out to senior members and the other cards will be delivered to nursing homes.
Coupland Lodge pioneers receive membership pins
Coupland Lodge held a membership pin presentation recently.
President Charlotte Albert presented pins to pioneers front, from left, Janet Herzer, 60 years; Elissa Perry, 60 years; back, from left, Dennis Krieg, 70 years; Janet Brinkmeyer, 80 years; and Anita Holubec, 60 years. For more information on the lodge, please call President Albert at 512-924-3335.
Houston Lodge welcomes new member
recognition as a top sales producer in 2024.
Gary reported new agents are needed. He also noted if members are not getting the newspaper by mail to contact the Home Office.
Lodge donations in 2024 were to the Texas Wildfire Fund, Houston Coalition for Life, Houston Food Bank and SPCA.
Camp registration is open and
is now coed at the Hilltop site. Non-members can now attend. SPJST will hold its youth camp at HSL camp this summer. Happy birthday wishes were sung to Addison Sewell, Karole Coleman, Gary Falkenberg and James Ellison, and attendance prizes were awarded.
For information on Houston Lodge, contact Corresponding Secretary Catherine Manchack, at 832-443-0469 or email cnmanchack@gmail.com.
– Catherine Manchack
Janice Kuhen, left, and Mary Jane Smith, led a memorial service at the San Marcos Lodge April meeting.
Columbia plans pin presentation for May meeting
DALLAS – Columbia Lodge will meet on May 4. A pin ceremony is planned.
Spring is a beauty in North Texas right now. Lots of bluebonnets and a little less wind than last month. The general meeting in March went well. It’s always great to have events such as this for both Columbia and Dallas lodges to come together.
Sons of Hermann in Dallas hosted a Spring Fling that included two days of dance workshops, plus a special dance evening with a spaghetti dinner and live music by Savoy Swing.
Members are looking forward to continuing its volun-
Cameron Lodge will meet on June 17
Cameron Lodge recognized anniversary celebrants Willie and Pat Barcak, above, at the March meeting. President David Ehler installed the 2025 officers.
teer commitment to Dallas’s Resource Center’s Bingo every third Saturday of each month. A plan to “join hands” with Resource Center’s Youth First is in the works for a Join Hands Day project.
David and Susan Ehler celebrated birthdays at the Cameron Lodge March meeting held at the Dairy Queen. Members discussed scholarships for four members. The next meeting will be held June 17 at Circle S in Cameron.
New Braunfels to meet May 4
NEW BRAUNFELS – New Braunfels Lodge will meet Sunday, May 4, at 3 p.m. at the lodge hall. The meeting will be hosted by Violet Tanneberger and the meat will be furnished. Members are asked to bring sides and or desserts.
The hall was decorated in a spring and Easter theme with flowers, eggs and bunnies for the April meeting.
The lodge welcomed four new members.
A Resolution of respect was read for Harvest Hope and Del-
bert Tanneberger.
Happy Birthday wishes were sung to Debbie Vetter and Janice Neff.
Attendance prize winners were Lenora Mueller, Connie Krause, Hannelore and Leroy Brotze, Sandra Guenther, Shirley and Michael Huebinger, Violet Tanneberger, Janice and Phillip Neff, Dennis Schwab and BJ Schneider.
Jolene Meuret hosted a catered meal served after games and refreshments.
–Reporter
Updated calendar events include meetings in June, annual picnic, TBD; July 13, Aug. 3, Sept. 7, Oct. 5, Nov. 2, followed by a Thanksgiving potluck; and Dec. 7, followed by the Christmas party.
Community service events include Join Hands Day, TBD; Christmas in July on July 13 (tentative with July 19 as possible back-up date); Make a Difference Day, TBD; and the Larry Tutson, Jr. Foundation
Toy Give-Away in December, TBD. Lodge events will include SonsStock, TBD; and Oktoberfest on Oct 11.
The lodge wishes everyone a Happy spring!
– Cecilia Phillips
Rutersville plans spring fundraiser
LA GRANGE – Rutersville Lodge will meet on Wednesday, May 7, at 7 p.m. at the lodge hall.
The spring fundraiser details were finalized at the April meeting. A whole barbecued chicken and baked potato plate sale was scheduled for Saturday, April 26, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall. Plates are $15 each and to-go only. Reserve plates before April 24 by calling 979-9663449.
The lodge’s annual fish fry date has been changed to Saturday, June 28, starting at 5 p.m.
Karen Rosenbaum, Cheryl Kuhn and Glenn Altwein.
Attendance prize winners were Raymond Rosenbaum, Wayman Krueger, Theresa Garlin, Karen Rosenbaum and Weldon Hartmann. April birthday celebrants were Glen Altwein, Cheryl Kuhn, Karen Rosenbaum and Raymond Rosenbaum. Everyone enjoyed a dinner of baked potatoes, roast beef, sausage, sides and desserts.
– Sherrie Terronez
Pershing to celebrate Mother’s Day
SAN ANTONIO – Pershing Lodge will meet Wednesday, May 7. A catered Italian meal is planned to celebrate Mother’s Day.
Please call the office to RSVP for the meal. Father’s Day celebration plans are under way for the June meeting.
For Join Hands Day, members are planning to volunteer at the food bank in New Braunfels on May 31 to help
support the hardworking volunteers. Lunch is planned after the work shift. Anyone planning to attend should contact Carol Krauss.
At the April meeting, members were surprised with beautiful Easter decorations on the tables with Easter grass and colored and chocolate eggs.
Everyone enjoyed a barbecue meal with lots of sides
and deserts. Thank you to all who helped put it together.
Andy Janowski and Sharon Mainz celebrated birthdays and they each received a prize.
Discussion was held on attending a theatre play. More information will be provided later.
Beth Warne won the split the pot prize.
– Reporter
Members of Columbia and Dallas lodges gathered for a general meeting held in March.
Dancers and live music filled the Sons of Hermann Hall in Dallas for the annual Spring Fling.
Rutersville Lodge April birthday celebrants were Raymond Rosenbaum,
Kirby Lodge plans annual Senior Bingo for June 1
KIRBY – Kirby Lodge will meet on May 5 at 7 p.m. The lodge will provide pork chops and members are asked to bring a side or a dessert.
Senior Bingo will be held June 1 at 2 p.m. Doors will open at 1:30 p.m. The lodge will provide sandwiches and snacks.
The next meeting is June 2 at 7 p.m.
Lodge members will volunteer at the True Vision Church food bank preparing and handing out food on Wednesday, June 11, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. All volunteers are welcome. True Vision Church is located on Ackermann Road in Kirby.
A Flag Day ceremony is planned for June at the Kirby fire station. Information is being finalized with the department and
will be announced soon.
The lodge’s new membership goal for the year is eight new members. Report to the lodge if
you know someone interested in life insurance or an annuity.
At the April meeting, Agent Judy Schulmeier reported there
is a new multi-year guaranteed annuity coming. Samantha Schulmeier Kelley, Vice President of Operations and COO, explained the annuity will be like a bank CD with an interest rate locked in for three or five years depending on the policy. More information will be provided when available.
Condolences and prayers were extended to the families of Sallie A. Rosenbusch and Janet Ceilenski.
A correction needs to be made regarding the Kirby Lodge scholarship information. The amount of the scholarship is not a standing amount and can vary. It was reported the applicant must attend two meetings, this needs to be corrected to read three Hermann Sons Life events. Ap-
plications are due by July 1. Anyone interested should contact a lodge officer for an application. Happy birthday wishes went out to celebrants Candace Scheibe, Lillian Brietzke and Judy Schulmeier.
Happy anniversary wishes went out to Sandra and Clarence Ceilenski, 48 years, and Judy and Irvin Schulmeier, 44 years. Sandra Ceilenski won the $30 attendance prize. Split-the-pot winners were Glenda Bayer, Ron Bitterly, Candace Scheibe and James McQuatters. Door prize winners were Andra Fore, Tammy Haecker, Carolina McQuatters, Sandra Ceilenski, Linda Lambrecht and Clarence Ceilenski. We hope to see everyone at the May and June meetings. – Andra Fore
Seguin to discuss future of lodge property May 21
SEGUIN – Seguin Lodge will meet Wednesday, May 21.
Happy half-hour begins at 6:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m. Members are asked to bring a side or dessert. Members are encouraged to attend to discuss the future of the lodge property. Notices were mailed to each household.
Lodge projects were discussed at the March meeting. The incoming electrical loop was raised to a height of 14-plus feet so garbage dumpster trucks can
Vineta Lodge meets June 5
SAN ANTONIO – Vineta Lodge will meet on Thursday, June 5, at 7 p.m. at the Home Association building. A short meeting will be held followed by a meal of chopped barbecue sandwiches and Bunco games.
RSVP to Ruth Bailey at 210707-3652.
The meeting scheduled for July 3 will not be held due to the Independence Day holiday. – Reporter
pass through. Randy Roecker made the appliance and mounted it to the building. This was needed since the dumpster was moved back behind the building where it was originally located. Tim Kolbe and Brian Beutnagel completed base and reclaimed asphalt work last month and built a new pad for the dumpster.
Randy Roecker installed new signposts on the hall property and reserved signs were mounted. Traffic barrels for the
parking lot were placed as well as the signs due to intrusive parking by large vehicles which have damaged paving.
The barrels were used at the April vendor market to help protect pedestrians.
Thank you to Tammy and Brian Beutnagel, Tim and Cheryl Kolbe and Brad Klein for their help at the vendor market. The Shoot for Scholarship event scheduled on the same day was cancelled due to weather.
– Reporter
Fort Worth plans pin presentation
FORT WORTH – Fort Worth Lodge will meet Sunday, June 1, at Spring Creek Barbecue in Burleson, 13125 S. I35 at 3 p.m. Membership pins will be presented.
For Join Hands Day, the lodge will donate to Mended Little Hearts. If you would like to bring items for the bravery bags, please bring them to the June meeting and Sandra Jones will deliver them. For a list of needed items, contact Sandra at 817-781-7155.
The lodge will be offering camp scholarships and college scholarships in 2026 and the criteria for these will be discussed at the
June meeting. Please email any ideas or suggestions to reneebaker@aim.com
Congratulations to Alexis Castor for being selected for the 20242025 UIL District 8-5A First Team All-District in soccer. Alexis will attend East Texas Baptist University to continue athletics and an academic career in kinesiology.
Congratulations to Virginia Crawford for 50-years of membership in May.
For the lodge to reach its membership goal in 2025, we ask members to invite friends and family to join our organization
and enjoy all the benefits offered. Remember only you can help the organization and the lodge grow. Please contact Sandra with questions or prospects.
Get-well wishes go out to Kay Brackin.
Happy birthday to Liam Billingsley, Kenneth Bishop, Rylee Caarter-Clanton, Viginia Crawford, Jarod Hanna, Makenzie Hazelwood, Valton Lewallen, Teal Luttrell, Dale Potter, Jolene Smith, Robert Smith and Bradley Whitley. You are wished good health and happiness.
– Reporter
Fort Worth Lodge member Alexis Castor was selected for the 20242025 UIL District 8-5A First Team All-District in soccer. Alexis will attend East Texas Baptist University.
Prize winners at the Seguin Lodge March meeting were, from left, Hattie Gerdes, Mike Gerdes, Kathy Hartmann, Shane Salge, Brenda Schrank and Howard Huebner.
Kirby Lodge recognized birthday celebrants, from left, Lillian Brietzke, Judy Schulmeier and Candace Scheibe at the April meeting.
Helpers Owen Lindsay, age 6, and Luke Lindsay, age 7, wash dishes after the meal at the Old Glory Lodge April meeting. They also assisted by leading the pledge of allegiance.
Old Glory committee to discuss lodge plans
OLD GLORY – Old Glory Lodge will meet Sunday, May 4. Fried chicken will be served, and members are asked to bring sides and desserts.
Owen Lindsay, age 6, and Luke Lindsay, age 7, led the pledge of allegiance at the April meeting.
A moment of silence was observed for deceased members Norma Jean Lehrmann and Beaty Bryant.
Plans for the lodge were discussed and a committee was
formed to gather more information. Members are President Diane Smith, Trustees Doug Valenkamp, Justin Corzine and member Susan Kittley. They will give a report at the next meeting.
Justin gave a report on storm damage.
Birthday celebrant Betty Weise was recognized, and Diane won the door prize.
After the meeting, everyone enjoyed hamburgers and dessert.
– Pat Pyron
Bernardo will meet May 21
CAT SPRING – Bernardo Lodge will meet May 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the fire station. Sausage will be served, and members are asked to bring sides.
At the April meeting it was reported the lodge had five juniors attending camp this summer.
Anita Zaskoda agreed to fill the R.W. Maertz’s officer position.
President Terrel Maertz installed Anita and officers Billy Hagen, Marilyn Harbich and Anita who were unable to attend the March meeting.
Happy Birthday was sung to Anita and Joe Trojack.
Niederwald Lodge will meet May 6
Door prize winners at the Niederwald Lodge April meeting were, from left, Janice Kuhen and Alice Guinn. The lodge will meet May 6. Members are asked to dress in spring colors.
Lodge members wore
Mission-Alamo Lodge President Diane Cline, left, presents a birthday card to February celebrant Dorothy Breezee.
to celebrate
Mission-Alamo Lodge President Diane Cline, left, is pictured with January birthday celebrant Alethalena Jolynn Luers.
Mission-Alamo will celebrate moms, dads
SAN ANTONIO – MissionAlamo Lodge will meet Sunday, May 18, at 2 p.m. at the Home Association building. Mother’s and Father’s Day will be celebrated, and bingo will be played.
A meeting will not be held in April or June. The next meeting is July 20. July 4th will be celebrated with red, white and blue and the lodge will also celebrate Christmas in July with a gift exchange.
The youth picnic will be held Aug. 9 at Hilltop Camp in Comfort from noon to 4 p.m. The picnic will include a brief meeting, a meal and swimming.
Marilyn Harbich and Andy Harbich won door prizes.
At the March meeting, members voted to increase camp donations to juniors since fees have increased. Junior lodge members attending camp will each receive $200. Camp kicks off in June and runs through August.
President Terrel Maertz installed the 2025 officers.
Members sang Happy Birthday to Robin Maertz.
Attendance prize winners were Joe Trojacek and Robin. – Reporter
Mission-Alamo Lodge
March birthday celebrants were, from left, Len Packham, and Denise Wright pictured with President Diane Cline.
For Join Hands Day, the lodge will donate to the St. Vincent De Paul food pantry. Members enjoyed lunch at Luby’s in March and wore green in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day.
The lodge recognized birthday celebrants Denise Wright and Len Packhan. – Reporter
Cat Spring will place flags on veterans’ graves
CAT SPRING – Cat Spring Lodge will meet Thursday, June 12, at 6:30 p.m. The lodge will provide hot dogs and ice cream.
For Join Hands Day, the lodge will purchase flags for veterans’ graves at Milheim and St. John Lutheran cemeteries.
The installation of officers was held at the March meeting held at the Agricultural Hall meeting room. Celebrating birthdays were Randall Tipp, Allen Hintz and Alice Gross. Celebrating their 65th wedding anniversary were Lewellen and Alice Gross.
Visitor Joe Krause was welcomed to the meeting. He won a door prize along with Allen Hintz.
A delicious stew dinner with crackers and bread was prepared by Allen and members provided desserts.
Mission-Alamo
green
St. Patrick’s Day at the March meeting held at Luby’s.
– Pat Klotz
Da Costa Lodge holds annual Easter celebration
DA COSTA – Da Costa Lodge will meet on Tuesday, May 13, at 6 p.m. Members are encouraged to attend.
The lodge held the annual Easter party on Saturday, April 5. More than 80 kids along with their families attended and enjoyed concessions, an egg hunt, bunny races, egg on a spoon race, pictures with the Bunny, guessing games and musical chairs.
In addition to the annual Easter fun vendors, a Spring Market was added this year with 15 vendors and a bounce house donated by Stephen and Lori Green of Creative Stage Event Co. Everyone had a great day.
Thank you to Victoria County 4H Ambassadors; Levi and Amry Feuerbacher and Magi Jo Cantu, officers and board directors and others who volunteered their time before, during and after the event.
Members extend a big thank you to Bo Neill who has taken over mowing as needed.
the lodge’s Easter party.
The lodge is in serious need of a fundraiser as the water system needs to be updated to keep in compliance with TCEQ. If anyone has any suggestions or connections, please call 361-578-2039 or email dacostahall77905@gmail.com
Upcoming public events in-
Dallas earns bonus for 2024
DALLAS – Dallas Lodge will meet May 18 at 1 p.m. at the hall. Members are encouraged to attend. Food and drinks will be provided.
The lodge was recognized for achieving its 2024 membership goal and earned a $75 bonus.
Davis R. Nance and Sasha Purifoy will each receive a $500 lodge scholarship. For more scholarship information, call Andy Schellenberg at 972-313-0058.
Brigitte Robinson was the attendance prize winner. – Andy Schellenberg
Hochheim-Prairie meets on May 4
YOAKUM – Hochheim-Prairie Lodge will meet Sunday, May 4, at 5 p.m. at Turner Hall.
At the April meeting, Wilburn Pargmann and President Janet Zabransky updated members on the hall’s new roof and some work done inside the hall.
Roberta Wenzel reported sending a get-well card to
Dennis Havlik.
Carolyn Hoepfl read correspondence from the Payton Jiral family and a thank you card from Gunnar Frank for the lodge’s donation to his FFA project.
Charlie Hoepfl won the April attendance prize.
– Reporter
Siemering to help clean cemetery
SAN ANTONIO – Siemering Lodge announces a Hermann Sons Cemetery Clean-up Day will be held on Saturday, May 17, beginning at 8 a.m. at 401 S. New Braunfels St. The morning will begin with hot coffee and breakfast tacos. Bring
work gloves, rakes, trimmers and water.
Help preserve one of San Antonio’s sacred historical landmarks.
For more details and to RSVP, visit siemeringlodge.com and click calendar.
– Reporter
clude a dance on May 10 with Texas 361; the Da Costa Volunteer Fire Department’s annual fundraiser, June 14; Annual Crop Tour, June 17; dance with Isaac Jacob Band, June 28; and a dance with Nathan Colt Young Band, July 12.
– Sayra Elkins
Basket and golden egg winners are pictured during
annual Easter party held in April.
Anniversary celebrants William and Blandia Mendez were recognized at the Anton Wenzel Lodge April meeting.
Anton Wenzel Lodge will meet May 6
Easter prize winners at the Anton Wenzel Lodge March meeting were, from left, Albert Kellners, Larry Burns, Leticia and John Cantu and seated, Liz Dorrell. The lodge will meet Tuesday, May 6, at 7 p.m. Members are planning a visit to St. Francis Nursing Home to play bingo with residents. If interested in participating, call Merlinda Elizondo at 210-815-3468.
Kellner was the split-thepot winner at the
the Da Costa Lodge’s
Da Costa Lodge President Sayra Elkins is pictured with the Easter Bunny during the lodge’s annual Easter celebration held in April.
Da Costa Home Association President Sarah Pribyl visits with the Easter Bunny during
Albert
Anton Wenzel Lodge April meeting.
Anton Wenzel Lodge recognized birthday celebrants Jerry Longoria and Cynthia Barbosa at the April meeting.
Harmonia plans memorial service for May 8
SAN ANTONIO – Harmonia Lodge will meet May 8. A memorial service will be held for members who passed away in 2024.
The lodge will provide brisket for the meal, and members are asked to provide side dishes and desserts. Bingo will follow the meeting.
A clean-up day at Hermann Sons Cemetery will be held May 17 at 8 a.m.
At the April Fiesta celebration, members enjoyed festive music by a mariachi band from Brackenridge High School and a meal of grilled chicken and beef fajitas.
The lodge welcomes transfer members James Paul Lay and Kris Shane Lay from Pershing Lodge and Edmond F. Shadrock from Siemering Lodge.
Harmonia Lodge members prepared chicken and beef fajitas for the April meeting celebrating Fiesta.
Attendance prize winners were Alfonso Robalin and Stan Steiger. Steve Prewitt won splitthe-pot.
Thank you to member Brad Dietrich with EXP Reality for donating two sets of tickets to
Prinz Solms to award scholarships
BULVERDE – Prinz Solms Lodge will meet Sunday, June 8, at 5 p.m. at the Bulverde Community Center.
At the April meeting, a moment of silence was observed in remembrance of Audrey Klabunde who passed away in March and for other recently deceased members.
Due to the sudden passing of Audrey, the lodge asks anyone who submitted a scholarship application to her, to please contact the lodge. Seniors who are members in good standing are invited to apply for a $1,000 scholarship before July 1. Contact Jackie Oldfield at 210-8435227.
Members voted to donate to the Crabapple Fire Relief Fund.
The Bulverde Community Center Chicken Festival was scheduled for April 27. Volunteers are needed. The lodge has organized and worked the bake sale selling pies, cakes, cupcakes and cookies for several years with great success.
A group of junior members bake all day on Saturday to help with the sale. The lodge donated to the Community Center for the festival.
Everyone enjoyed a barbecue dinner with sides and desserts, bingo games and the opportunity to visit with friends. – Reporter
Lodge President Matthew Kraus is pictured with members of the Brackenridge High School mariachi band. The band provided festive music for the lodge’s Fiesta celebration in April.
NIOSA. Winners were Alfonso Robalin and James Lay. Condolences to the families of deceased members Floyd A. Mockert Jr. who died on Feb. 21, 2025, at the age of 83, a member since 1955; Charles M.
Ryland who died on March 12, 2025, at the age of 86, a member since 1980; and Harold G. Kuppers who died on March 25, 2025, at the age of 91, a member since 1946. May they rest in peace.
Harmonia Lodge attendance prize winners in April pictured with President Matthew Kraus, from
Gay Hill Lodge will meet on Aug. 7
at the Burton Short Stop at 6 p.m.
Members who wish to receive the Harmonia Virtual Newsletter that includes lodge updates and photos should email HSHarmonia01@yahoo.com to join the email list. – Reporter
Paige Lodge meets June 1
PAIGE – Paige Lodge will meet on Sunday, June 1, at Meyer Sausage Co. in Elgin at noon to celebrate Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. Guests are welcome.
Donations will be presented to St. John Lutheran Cemetery and to Friendship Cemetery. At the April meeting, members voted to donate $500 to the Crabapple Fire Relief Fund. Everyone enjoyed a fajita lunch.
For more lodge information, call Milton Ihlo at 512-4442287.
– Milton Ihlo
Harmonia
Two sets of tickets to NIOSA donated by Brad Dietrich with EXP Reality were awarded at the Harmonia Lodge April meeting. Pictured are, from left, President Matthew Kraus, winner James Lay, Brad and winner Alfonso Robalin.
left, were Stan Steiger and Alfonso Robalin.
Harmonia Lodge President Matthew Kraus, left, presented the split-the-pot prize to Steve Prewitt at the April meeting.
Gay Hill Lodge recognized birthday celebrant Mary Jo Klekar and anniversary celebrants Bozie and Patsy Fischer and David and Doris Roehling at the April meeting. The Cheer committee sent a card to the family of Jerry Joe Vaughn. The lodge will meet on Thursday, Aug. 7,
Shining Stars
CHIGOZIE JUSTIN ANUNOBI is a member of Anton Wenzel Lodge. He is in third grade and his favorite food is hamburgers and crispy French fries. Chigozie enjoys soccer and basketball and his favorite TV shows are all things Spider Man.
CHINWENDU JULIETTE ANUNOBI is a member of Anton Wenzel Lodge. She is in third grade and her favorite food is pepperoni pizza.
WORD SEARCH
Chinwendu enjoys dance and her favorite TV show is “Austin and Ally.”
Solve the following puzzle by finding all the hidden words!
Across 1. I love ____ and kisses from my mom. 5. Mom plants _____ in her garden.
Happy Mother’s _____! 7. I will make my mom a Mother’s Day _____.
_____ is short for mother. Down 2. Another word for a present. 3. I _____ my mom.
4. I call my mom’s mom and my dad’s mom _____.
7. My mom is a great _____. I love everything she makes.
HERMANN SONS LIFE
Shining Stars Registration Form
Become a Shining Star! Send us a photo of your Hermann Sons Life junior member, fill out this form and mail to: Member Benefits, P.O. Box 1941, San Antonio, TX 78297. More information and this fillable form are also available online at hermannsonslife.org. Shining Stars are featured in our newspaper and on our website.
