Medicare AEP crucial time to review health plans
By TERESA SAATHOFF Vice President of Sales
SAN ANTONIO – Medicare options are complex and sometimes confusing, and our licensed Medicare Agents want to help and educate you when determining the best plan for your healthcare needs.
Medicare Annual enrollment Period (AEP): What You Need to Know
The Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP), also known as the Annual Election Period, is a crucial time of the year for Medicare beneficiaries. The period runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7 each year, and it provides an opportunity for those enrolled in Medicare to make sure they are on the right plan when evaluating their health plan and prescription drug coverage. Here is what you need to know about AEP: What Changes can you make during AEP?
During AEP, Medicare beneficiaries have several options for adjusting their coverage:
• Switching Medicare Advantage Plans: You can switch from
one Medicare Advantage plan to another, whether it’s from a plan with drug coverage to one without, or vice versa.
• Switching from Original Medicare to a Medicare Plan: If you are on Original Medicare (Part A and Part B), you can switch to a Medicare Advantage plan which often includes dental, and prescription drug coverage.
• Switching from a Medicare Advantage Plan to Original Medicare: You can drop your Medicare Advantage Plan and return to Original Medicare. You can also join a stand-alone Medicare Part D plan if you return to Original Medicare.
• Changing Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plans: You can join, switch, or drop a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan during this period.
• Updating Your Current Plan: Some plans change their costs, coverage, or provider networks every year. Reviewing your current plan during AEP ensures that it still meets your needs and budget.
Why is AEP Important?
AEP is important because it allows you to evaluate your Medicare coverage and make necessary adjustments. Health needs, medications, and financial situations can change, so it’s essential to review your coverage annually.
How to Prepare for AEP
• Review Your Annual Notice of Change: In October your current Medicare plan will mail you an Annual Notice of Change, which outlines any changes to your benefits, coverage, or costs for the coming year.
• Evaluate Your Healthcare Needs: Consider any changes in your health, the medication you take, or any new medical conditions that have developed.
• Compare Plans: Reach out to a licensed Hermann Sons Life Medicare Agent to compare
available plans in your area. Look at premiums, out-of-pocket costs, coverage options, and provider networks.
Key Dates to Remember
• Oct. 15: AEP begins.
• Dec. 7: AEP ends - changes made will take effect on Jan. 1 of the following year.
Final Thoughts
Due to the Inflation Reduction Act, there will be major changes in Medicare in 2025. The changes can bring potential disruptions and will require careful planning and review. Take advantage of the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) to make sure you have the best possible plan to fit your healthcare needs. By reviewing your current plan, comparing other options, and making necessary changes, you can ensure your Medicare coverage is aligned with your healthcare and financial goals for the year ahead. Reach out to a Hermann Sons Life Medicare Agent today by calling 210-527-9113.
See Pg. 4 for more Medicare information.
Opt-in request now required to receive newspaper
SAN ANTONIO – Many of our members have indicated they no longer want to receive the printed copy of the Hermann Sons Life Newspaper by mail. Many read it on the Hermann Sons Life website, through our Facebook page or by the email option. By the time it is received in the mail, members say it is often thrown in the trash.
To be more ecologically responsible and less wasteful, the Home Office is requiring members who want to continue to receive the mailed
copy of the newspaper to opt-in.
As of Jan. 1, 2025, the mailed newspaper request on all members’ policies will be reset.
We understand that there are many members who do enjoy reading the printed version of the newspaper and we are happy to continue mailing it to them at their request.
To continue to receive the newspaper by mail, call 210-226-9261 ext. 325 or 1-800-234-4124 ext. 325 or email:
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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
Stephen Prewitt
Edward J. Muehlbrad
Agnes Dreibrodt
Elizabeth Byron
Mary Beam
Sherry Rakowitz
Tammy Jones
Todd Marquardt
Pat Bushman
Steven Schellenberg
Harry Schriber
Ronald Wiatrek
Annette Roecker
Arthur R. Pfefferkorn
MEMBER BENEFITS COMMITTEE
Eulla Krueger
Shirley Faske
Cheryl Garcia
Bradley Klein
Angela Netherton
Joyce Kneupper
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COMMITTEE
Judith Schulmeier
Gilbert Shelby
Pat Klotz
Tommy Daum
Robert Prewitt
BUSINESS OPERATIONS COMMITTEE
Kerry Ginn
Anna Larie
Keith
Charles Knibbe
Pat Spradling
Gary Falkenberg
David Lewis
President's Message
As HSL evolves, commitment to core values remains
As a longstanding fraternal benefit society, we understand that our commitment to service, tradition and community support must continuously evolve
Our organization’s future depends not just on upholding the values set forth by our founding fathers, but also on adapting to modern times and challenges
To this end, we are emphasizing key initiatives of membership growth, expanding our support for our financial and Medicare products and staying on top of regulatory changes
Increasing membership is essential for the sustainability of any fraternal organization, including Hermann Sons Life
Our society’s impact lies in its people – the members who embody our values and engage in community service To ensure a prosperous future, we must actively reach out to new members who are passionate about our mission Expanding our membership base strengthens our ability to provide meaningful benefits and support services to families and individuals alike
Robin Czarnek President and CEO
As we grow, we become better equipped to carry out the charitable efforts our organization is known for
One of the most critical ways we serve our members and the community at large is by providing guidance to our members through our life insurance, annuities and Medicare With major changes to Medicare on the horizon in 2025, it is crucial that we remain a trusted source of infor-
Parking Update
mation and support for seniors These changes will significantly impact coverage, and many may be left confused or uncertain about their options While it has taken time to develop, I am proud to say that Hermann Sons Life is well-positioned to assist the community in providing the assistance needed to navigate these changes We are dedicated to educating our members and community and offering personalized attention to ensure everyone gets the Medicare benefits they need
As a fraternal society with insurance services, we face an increasing number of regulatory requirements . These evolving standards are designed to protect consumers and ensure organizations like ours operate responsibly and transparently While this presents challenges, it also offers an opportunity for us to demonstrate our commitment to integrity and excellence By embracing these regulatory changes, we are not only ensuring compliance but also reaffirming our role as a trust-
If you received a parking citation while doing business at the HSL Home Office, please email a copy of the citation to Kathryn Mutchler at: kathrynm@hermannsonslife.org, mail to P.O. Box 1941, San Antonio, TX 78297 or drop off at the lobby for dismissal. LAZ (parking vendor) had repositioned their cameras and they were recording HSL spots in error. LAZ will promptly dismiss any citations issued in error. When visiting the Home Office, please be sure to park in the side lot on the north side of the Home Office building in the HSL designated spots.
We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
Lodge Reports
worthy provider of essential services to our members
Our founding fathers established this organization with a clear mission: to serve the community and foster a sense of unity While times have changed, the spirit of their vision remains strong . We are entrusted with the responsibility of carrying their legacy forward, adapting our work to the needs of today while preserving the essence of service and brotherhood Whether through our insurance programs, charitable initiatives, or new health support services, we aim to ensure that future generations can benefit from the same sense of community and security that has defined us for so long
As we look to the future, we remain committed to our core values while recognizing the need to evolve By growing our membership, preparing for Medicare changes, and navigating new regulations, we can continue to serve our community effectively and ensure the lasting impact of our mission
OCTOBER 2024
SAN ANTONIO – St. Peter-St. Joseph Children’s Home (St. PJ’s), is a social service agency operating under the Archdiocese of San Antonio, Inc. as an independent 501(c)3 non-profit.
The mission of St. PJ’s is to be a safe and loving refuge for children in crisis and to accompany them on their journey to healing and wholeness, breaking the cycle of abuse and neglect one child at a time.
St. PJ’s Children’s Home is a short-term emergency shelter for children in crisis. Programs include:
Domestic Shelter
Short-term emergency shelter for children from birth to 17
years of age who are victims of abuse or neglect and are under the protection of Child Protective Services.
International Program
Thousands of unaccompanied children cross the border
to the United States from Central America each year and are transferred to the custody of Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). ORR promptly places these children in the least restrictive setting in the best interest of the child. St. PJ’s is an approved ORR shelter.
St. PJ’s also provides temporary foster care homes for international children ages 0 to 12 years old.
International Foster Care Program
Short-term foster care for unaccompanied children ages 0-12 years.
Family First Parenting Program
Counseling, education, re -
source referrals, and material assistance to support individuals with children ages 0-36 months.
Community Counseling
Mental health assessment and counseling for children and adults with a specialty in healing psychological and emotional trauma. Also provides inhome counseling for children and families.
Mental Health Task Force
Education for mental health professionals on mental diagnoses and treatment to help our community understand the impact of trauma on children.
St PJ’s is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dependent on the generosity of our community to change the life of a child. Every
Gonzales works in accounts payable
SAN ANTONIO – Carla Anne Gonzales joined the Hermann Sons Life Home Office Finance Department staff in August 2024 and works in Accounts Payable.
She ensures invoices and payments are properly approved and processed and keeps track of what’s owed to vendors, ultimately controlling expenses for an accurate balance sheet.
A resident of San Antonio, she is a graduate of Harlandale High School and has more than 15 years of accounting and fi-
nance experience.
Carla has a daughter, 30, a son, 28, and six grandchildren.
“I have a passion for cooking and hope to become a chef one day! I have lots of hobbies. I love being outdoors and one of my favorite hobbies is working on my backyard,” Carla said.
Carla also enjoys swimming, hiking, fishing and helping others in need. She has a small Yorkie named Kodi.
“I am proud to work for an organization that is focused on community service,” Carla said.
Events
EVERY THURSDAY – It’s Game Night every Thursday night at Hochheim-Prairie Lodge-Turner Hall in Yoakum. Games start at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call 361-293-557.
EVERY THURSDAY – Bingo is held every Thursday night at Brenham Lodge. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., cards go on sale at 6:15 p.m. Games start at 7 p.m. and are usually over at 9:30 p.m. Open to public.
EVERY FRIDAY – Free live trivia at the San
Carla Anne Gonzales
Antonio Home Association Rathskeller at 7 p.m. Get a team together or come solo. Prizes awarded. OCT. 26 – Make a Difference Day will be observed. The day’s goal is to remind people they can make a positive impact on their communities. This is one of two days during the year when Hermann Sons Life lodges come together to do great things in their communities.
Email events for publication to elaines@hermannsonslife.org
year, St. PJ’s cares for over 1,500 children. Your support helps provide food, clothing, and safe shelter to begin the healing process for children in crisis. To learn more about the home and for donation information, visit
https://www.stpjhome.org
St. Peter-St. Joseph Children’s Home is located at 919 Mission Road. in San Antonio. The phone number is (210) 533-1203. – Information provided by stpjhome.org
Members are invited to submit suggestions for charities to be featured in Community Spotlight. Email: elaines@hermannsonslife.org
St. PJ’s Home safe refuge for children in crisis Community Spotlight Employee Spotlight
Editor/Communications Director
Elaine Hernandez Soto 210-226-9261, ext. 279 email: elaines@hermannsonslife.org
Assistant Editor/Assistant Communications Director
Hannah Ruiz-Gruver 210-226-9261, ext. 102 email: hannahrg@hermannsonslife.org
Website: www.hermannsonslife.org
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.
Sales
Get to know Medicare
By PAM HARRISON Spark Advisors
Medicare Trainer and Compliance Lead
Choosing your Medicare coverage is a big decision - and it can be very confusing. This month, we’ll discuss the basics of Original Medicare, and next month we’ll cover some additional coverage options you have as a Medicare beneficiary. You’ll have a better understanding of the different “parts” of Medicare and the choices you have for your healthcare needs. Hermann Sons Life is available to assist you with any questions you may have and to help you find the best plan to meet your needs.
Medicare is individual health insurance offered to U.S. citizens and other eligible individuals based on age (65), disability or qualifying health condition.
Medicare was originally created with two parts: Part A and Part B. These two parts are
known as Original Medicare and are offered by the federal government to eligible individuals.
Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Prescription Drug Coverage (Part D) are offered by private insurance companies.
Medicare Supplement Plans are also offered by private insurance companies and help pay for some out-of-pocket expenses with Original Medicare. We’ll cover Parts C and D; and Medicare Supplements next month.
For a complete list of services included in Part A and Part B, go to: https://www.medicare.gov/ basics/get-started-with-medicare/medicare-basics/parts-ofmedicare
What Original Medicare does not cover:
• Most outpatient prescription drugs
• Routine Dental care - exams, cleanings, X-rays, most dental services
Here are some things covered by Original Medicare:
Part A Hospital Insurance
• Inpatient hospital stays, including special care units, like intensive care and operating room services
• Skilled nursing facility care after a qualified inpatient stay
• Hospice care
• Some home health care
How much does Original Medicare cost?
• Routine eye exams, eyeglasses or contact lenses
• Routine hearing tests or hearing aids
• Wellness benefits such as gym memberships
• Routine foot care
• Long-term care
• Cosmetic surgery
• Acupuncture
• Most care outside the U.S.
As you can see, Original Medicare doesn’t cover everything associated with your healthcare and there are out-of-pocket expenses associated with covered services.
Most Medicare beneficiaries benefit from additional coverage like a Medicare Supplement Plan and a Prescription Drug Plan or a Medicare Advantage Plan with Prescription Drug coverage.
Next month, we’ll cover your choices when it comes to additional coverage and how to choose the right option for your healthcare needs.
Part B Medical Insurance
• Covers certain doctors’ services, like Primary Care Physician and specialists visits
• Outpatient care, like outpatient surgery and ambulance
• Medical supplies, like wheelchairs and walkers
• Preventive services, like mammograms
Part A Part B
• Premium: $0 for most people if you or your spouse worked and paid Medicare taxes for at least 10 years
• Deductible: $1,632 per benefit period* in 2024
• Hospital co-payment:
º Days 1-60: $0
º Days 61-90: $408/day in 2024
º Days 91+$816/day in 2024
• Premium: $174.70-$594 in 2024, depending on income**
• Deductible: $240 annual deductible in 2024
• Coinsurance: 20% of Medicare approved amount for Part B services
Medicare Agents attend training at Top Golf
Hermann Sons Life Medicare Agents and Vice President of Sales Teresa Saathoff, far right, attended training with Blue Cross Blue Shield held at Top Golf in San Antonio. Blue Cross Blue Shield treated them to lunch and golf following the training.
Hermann Sons Life is here to help make sure you understand all the different programs and resources available with Medicare.
JOIN US FOR FREE INFORMATIONAL MEDICARE MEETINGS
presented by Agent Gloria A. Cerca at the Hermann Sons Life Home Office 515 S. St. Mary’s St., San Antonio Thursday, Oct. 10 - 2-4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15 - 2-4 p.m.
To RSVP, call Gloria at 210-274-3137
Hermann Sons Life Medicare agents are available to assist you. Call 877-437-6266
Comfort member
wins gift card
The Sales Department is recognizing 13 more recommenders for the month of August. We appreciate the 160 members who have recommended 207 new members to Hermann Sons Life in 2024. The winner of a gift card for August is Pamela Nentwich of Comfort Lodge.
Congratulations to the following Recommenders: Recommender Agent
Abigail Byerley, Prinz Solms
Roxy Pruski
Abbygail Eckert, Spring Branch Haby Insurance Agency
Terri Johnston, Hondo Victory (2)
Debbie Payne
Abby Klein, Yorktown John Pacini
Jerry Krebs, Shelby (4) Gary Falkenberg
Pamela Nentwich, Comfort (2) Darrell Steubing
Pamela Nentwich, Comfort Bobbie Polasek
Hanna Riccio, New Braunfels
Mark Schautteet, Biry
* A benefit period begins the day you are admitted to the hospital and ends when you’ve been out of the hospital 60 days in a row.
**The amount you pay for Part B premium can vary depending on your tax reported income from two years prior.
Shirley Huebinger
Debbie Payne
Kaitlin Serna, Cibolo (2) Ana Vasquez
Sharon Stephens, Edelweiss-Magnolia
David Guerrero
Elliana Ybarbo, Weesatche John Pacini
Richard Delavan III, Harmonia Ana Vasquez
Hermann Sons Life mourns loss of Klabunde, McNeel
JAMES E. MCNEEL
SAN ANTONIO – James Edward McNeel, former Hermann Sons Life agent and AFLAC representative for the Home Office, passed away on Aug. 28, 2024. He was appointed as a sales agent in February 2000. James became a member in August 1959 and belonged to Harmonia Lodge.
Jim was born on Nov. 7, 1936, in San Antonio to parents Frances McCamish McNeel and Albert Maverick McNeel.
Jim graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1954.
CLIFTON A. KLABUNDE
NEW BRAUNFELS – Hermann Sons Life Agent Clifton A. Klabunde, age 77, of New Braunfels passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024.
Clifton had been an agent for Hermann Sons Life since 1989 and had earned the Fraternal Insurance Counselor designation. He was an active member of Prinz Solms Lodge since 1950 and served as president for many years.
Cliff was born to Arnold P. and
Jim attended the University of Texas at Austin majoring in Business Administration. While at
Mary Ann (Schmidt) Klabunde in his grandparents’ San Marcos home on Aug. 24, 1947. Cliff grew up in the Bulverde family farm. He attended grade school in Bulverde and graduated from Canyon High School in 1965.
He attended San Antonio College, Southwest Texas State and UTSA while working at CPS Energy. Cliff joined the air force in September 1966. He was stationed at Kelly AFB before going to Forbes AFB in Topeka, KS.
the University, he met his wife, Ann Summers. After a brief courtship, they were married in 1958.
In 1976, Jim began a 40-plus year career with AFLAC. Jim and Ann worked together and traveled extensively.
Jim is survived by his wife of 66 years, Elizabeth Ann Summers McNeel and children, Elizabeth Woodward of Houston, Kathleen Douglass of Ann Arbor, MI, Mary Frances McNeel, James Maverick McNeel (Nicole), Albert Maverick McNeel, II (Kerrie). Jim and Ann were blessed with eleven
Cliff worked for Cox Manufacturing, Baker Oil and HEB, retiring in 2010. He was a lifetime member of St. Paul Lutheran Church of Bulverde. Bulverde Community Center was like his home, and he served as president and manager (unofficial) for many years.
Cliff is survived by his loving wife, Audrey (Halm), his brother, Douglas, and his two nephews, Kris (Alison) and Kory (Margaret) and their families, Audrey’s children, John (Jen-
grandchildren: Elizabeth Woodward Pulley (Matt), William McNeel Woodward (Megan), Samuel Maverick Woodward, Houston McNeel Douglass (Amanda), Sara Douglass Lynch (Travis), Jack Douglass, Catherine Summers McNeel, Juliette Fontaine McNeel, Alexandria (Lexie) Taylor McNeel, Shelby Summers McNeel and Olivia Maverick McNeel. Great-grandchildren are Russell, Allison and Elle Pulley, Amelia Woodward, Sonny, and Thacher Lynch.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Sara Mc-
Howie’s Happenings
ny), Lyle (Elizabeth) and Lynn (Jason) and their families. He is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Mike. Visitation was held Sept. 20, and a memorial service was held Sept. 21 at Christian Faith Center at St. Paul Lutheran Church of Bulverde.
In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Bulverde Community Center, P.O. Box 76, Bulverde, TX 78163 or a charity of one’s choice.
Neel Noble and brother, Albert Maverick McNeel, Jr. and son-inlaw, R. William Woodward. Jim’s family was the most important part of his life. He loved getting together with his many relatives.
A memorial service was held at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in San Antonio on Sept. 4 with a reception following the service. Private interment was held at San Jose Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church or the charity of one’s choice.
Rambunctious Beau keeps busy as an escape artist
By ROBIN CZARNEK President and CEO
NEW
BRAUNFELS
– Howie and Beau have continued to stay busy with their antics. When Dave and I came home from a recent lodge meeting, we found our recliner sideways and both boys sound asleep. It seems they had quite the party while we were out. The boys had a temporary reprieve from being groomed (which they hate) due to the groomer needing to reschedule, but they are finally presentable again…however temporary it may be with all the messes they get into. Howie’s bunny soft fur sheds constantly and we could knit a sweater with what he leaves behind, so the grooming was a welcome relief. Beau has continued to hone his skills as an escape artist. We’ve given up on trying to keep the
doggie gate shut since there isn’t much use in that. While Howie isn’t into exerting much energy and is more of a couch potato, Beau loves to chase balls, play fetch and carry around his “babies.”
He absolutely loves toys and balls and we’ve been on the hunt for indestructible toys. Most recently, Beau has been loving his new toy, a Kong Floppy Knots Elephant, which in addition to being his favorite, has held up remarkably well considering what he puts it through.
Howie and Beau wanted to remind you about their friend, Jake. We featured Jake in a recent edition, but for some reason, this sweet boy still hasn’t been adopted. While Jake has had to endure a lot in his short life, you would never know it. Jake is a well-behaved, gentle boy that is
super snuggly and affectionate. He loves playing with toys and can’t wait to entertain his forever family with his antics and great personality.
If you’re interested in meeting Jake or any of the pups at HOTK9 or for more information, please email: hotk9rescue@yahoo.com to schedule a time to meet them. For more information and to view all of the amazing dogs available for adoption, please check out Heart of Texas SPCA / HOTK9 Rescue on Facebook or at www.heartoftexasspca.com You’ll also be able to see their adoption events where you can meet many of their precious pups.
Keep in mind that Heart of Texas SPCA/HOT K9 Rescue is a volunteer run organization, so email is best.
Beau, above, takes a break from his antics. Howie, right, loves cuddling with Mama Robin Czarnek and, below he hopes to get Dad, Dave, to share his burger
Jake is still in need of a loving home. For information, email: hotk9rescue@yahoo.com
James Edward McNeel
Clifton A. Klabunde
Agents Directory
Adkins
Roxy Pruski • 210-218-6204
Alice
Paula Gebert • 361-701-7527
Sheri McBryde • 361-876-6893
Atascosa
Eulla Krueger • 210-863-0546
Austin
Allen Caldwell • 830-237-3217
Brad Klein, FIC • 512-497-0678
Gloria A. Cerca • 210-274-3137
Luiz Torres Mendez • 470-962-1174
Shannon Caldwell • 830-837-4535
Shirley Kuhen Faske • 512-789-3975
Bernardo/Columbus
Terrel Maertz • 979-732-1727
Boerne
Ana Vasquez, FIC • 210-569-4660
Darrell R. Steubing • 830-249-7745 or 830-446-9829
Pamela Poulk • 210-753-2626
Brenham
Gary Falkenberg, FICF • 713-466-6069
Bulverde
Debbie Allen • 210-326-9753
Javier Lara • 210-667-6889
John E. Moore Jr. • 210-621-7842
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
Tracy Campos • 210-388-2779
Clifton
Sterling Goolsby • 254-709-5764
Comfort
Ana Vasquez, FIC • 210-569-4660
Darrell R. Steubing • 830-249-7745 or 830-446-9829
Converse
Dan Boenig • 210-705-1815
Roxy Pruski • 210-218-6204
Corpus Christi
Paula Gebert • 361-701-7527
Sheri McBryde • 361-876-6893
Coupland
Brad Klein, FIC • 512-497-0678
Cuero
Laura Tiffin • 361-564-8141
Tracy Fuchs • 361-564-2250
Wayne Tiffin • 361-564-8144
Dallas
Gilbert Shelby • 214-289-1815
Mark Mundy • 214-202-8442
Devine
Cynthia Sultenfuss, FIC • 210-219-6409
Laurie Steele • 210-414-4755
Robin Sultenfuss • 210-854-4443
El Campo
Hector Gutierrez • 979-543-2709
Fair Oaks Ranch
Ana Vasquez, FIC • 210-569-4660
Darrell R. Steubing • 830-249-7745 or 830-446-9829
Pamela Poulk • 210-753-2626
Fayetteville
Linda Mattocks • 512-736-9988
Floresville
Gladys Rowley, FIC • 210-219-6964
Lynn Wiede • 210-289-1378
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
Debbie Payne • 830-741-0642
Jacqulynn Herrmann • 210-275-0429
Laurie Steele • 210-414-4755
Stephen Bonahoom • 210-695-5588
Houston
Gary Falkenberg, FICF • 713-466-6069
Gerald Ziemnicki • 713-622-9001
Hector Gutierrez • 979-543-2709
Teri Walston • 832-620-5405
Terrel Maertz • 979-732-1727
Jourdanton
Carol Lopez • 210-683-7241
Gladys Rowley, FIC • 210-219-6964
Laurie Steele • 210-414-4755
Katy
Terrel Maertz • 979-732-1727
Kirby
Angela Netherton • 210-831-1293
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
League City
Teri Walston • 832-620-5405
Lockhart
Janice Kuhen • 512-393-1431
Marion
Lorene Bielke, FIC • 830-420-2380
830-305-6900 (cell)
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
Garrett Czarnek • 210-315-8152
Gloria A. Cerca • 210-274-3137
Krystal Wilson • 623-698-8348
Luiz Torres Mendez • 470-962-1174
Shirley Huebinger • 830-822-1942
Niederwald
Shirley Kuhen Faske • 512-789-3975
Orange Grove
Paula Gebert • 361-701-7527
Paige
Linda Mattocks • 512-736-9988
Port Lavaca
Nancy Annette Walraven • 361-237-1757
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
Linda Mattocks • 512-736-9988
San Antonio
Ana Vasquez, FIC • 210-569-4660
Angela Netherton • 210-831-1293
Carol Lopez • 210-683-7241
Chris Naughton • 210-365-2009
Darrell R. Steubing • 830-249-7745 or 830-446-9829
David Guerrero Jr. • 210-800-6758
Debbie Allen • 210-326-9753
Gladys Rowley, FIC • 210-219-6964
Gloria A. Cerca • 210-274-3137
Henry Rodriguez • 210-548-2292
Isabel Diaz Servin • 210-394-4120
Javier Lara • 210-667-6889
John E. Moore Jr. • 210-621-7842
Luiz Torres Mendez • 470-962-1174
Rayna Sue Irwin • 210-710-7038
Roxy Pruski • 210-218-6204
Suzanne Saenz • 210-838-2711
Sylvia Zapata • 210-426-4481
San Marcos
Allen Caldwell • 830-237-3217
Janice Kuhen • 512-393-1431
Krystal Wilson • 623-698-8348
Shannon Caldwell • 830-837-4535
Shirley Kuhen Faske • 512-789-3975
Schulenburg
Kyle Hartmann • 979-639-1439
Seguin
Annette D. Roecker • 830-832-0724 Roxy Pruski • 210-218-6204
Shiner
Jillian Leigh McDonald • 361-594-2500
Spring Branch
Debbie Allen • 210-326-9753
Javier Lara • 210-667-6889
John E. Moore Jr. • 210-621-7842
Stockdale
Ronald Wiatrek • 210-771-4354
Victoria Jason Hybner • 361-652-6924
Linda Dlugosch • 361-935-5715
Waxahachie
Mark Mundy • 214-202-8442
Wimberley
Allen Caldwell • 830-237-3217
Shannon Caldwell • 830-837-4535
Yorktown
Judy Wolf • 361-564-2452
80 Years
NEYDINE J. STANGE
Da Costa Lodge
GLORIA G. SMITH Kirby Lodge
75 Years
LINDA L. WEHMEYER Bexar Lodge
ANGELIN V. DI IORIO
BARBARA R. SUMMERS Brenham Lodge
DONALD P. KESSLER Burton Lodge
MERLE A. CONGER
GRACE W. FICK
AVIE S. KLOPSTECK
KATHRYN SLEDGE Cat Spring Lodge
KATHLEEN J. BROOKS
NORMAGENE F. BRUNS
LARRY J. LANGBEIN
JANICE F. SPARGER Comfort Lodge
CLEMMIE D. COOLEY Da Costa Lodge
BEVERLEY L. BLINKA
BURTEN R. SUEHS Deanville Lodge
BARBARA A. COX Edelweiss-Magnolia Lodge
LINDA S. MORGAN Fredericksburg Lodge
KENNETH C. MEYER Gruenau Lodge
ROBERT L. KNEUPPER Helotes Lodge
ALLEN H. MUELLER La Vernia Lodge
LYNDA G. R. SWEET New Braunfels Lodge
NELDA L. BAUMANN Nordheim Lodge
JEAN K. MERGELE Pershing Lodge
DOROTHY S. RICHARDS Poth Lodge
DONALD P. RIHN Siemering Lodge
LANA K. KRIETSCH
JERE J. SWOBODA Yorktown Lodge
70 Years
G. A. SCHNURIGER Anton Wenzel Lodge
M. A. HEILIGMANN Boerne Lodge
DEE ANN L. GLAESMANN Brenham Lodge
CYNTHIA A. JONES
MARILYN M. JONES
STEPHEN C. LINDNER
TERRY L. SOELL Comfort Lodge
CARRIE M. BUCHHORN
PEGGY H. BULLARD
SANDRA G. OEHLKE
CATHY L. SCIBA Cuero Family Lodge
TERRY W. SIMON Dallas Lodge
CHARLOTTE MCCARTY Deanville Lodge
DAVID W. LANKFORD Edelweiss-Magnolia Lodge
ALAN D. JECMENEK
DEBRA L. JENNINGS Ellinger Lodge
WILLIAM M. PETMECKY Fredericksburg Lodge
CARLA JO EDWARDS
SYLVIA J. GASKAMP
ALBERT MEYER JR. Gay Hill Lodge
JIMMY R. HURT Harmonia Lodge
JUDY L. HENCKEL
Helotes Lodge
RICKEY M. ALBERS
Houston Lodge
HAZEL S. EHRLICH
JO ANN B. FIELDEN
BRENDA G. LOGUE
Louise Schuetze Lodge
Pioneers
JANICE S. HEREFORD
CURTIS G. LEONHARDT
MARGARET S. RYLANDER
DENNIS B. SCHWAB
New Braunfels Lodge
DAVID L. REYNOLDS Nordheim Lodge
CHERYL A. OSBORN Pershing Lodge
MARY B. MARKOVICH Piney Woods Lodge
DEBRA A. KESSLER
Round Top Lodge
DAN M. MARECEK
DONALD J. RUPPERT
Rowena Lodge
BETTY J. LUM
Schwertner Lodge
JOYCE M. BRIDGES
Shelby Lodge
C. C. BRINKOETER JR.
JAMES B. GINDER
Siemering Lodge
SHARON S. KOLMEIER
Spring Branch Lodge
KATHI D. KIESEL
MARY S. STARK Vineta Lodge
60 Years
CLIFTON A. HERBER
GREGORY A. JENSCHKE
RICHARD L. MCMAHON Anton Wenzel Lodge
KATHRYN C. PHILLIPS
Bandera County Lodge
EARL J. BENDELE
Bexar Lodge
JOAN BLEIKE
ROBERT B. HODDE
ALICE M. STUDHALTER
Brenham Lodge
BOBBY FINKE
LINDA C. GASKAMP Burton Lodge
GARY A. HABY
Castroville Lodge
STEPHANIE HAECKER
RICHARD H. HEHS
MARTHA L. KOEHLER
GARY L. YOCHUM
TIMOTHY R. YOCHUM
Cibolo Lodge
DEREK A. FRITSCH
DAWNAH R. PINA
Columbus Lodge
JAMES O. GARRETT
JANIS L. SCHWAB
DONNA D. SPENCER
Comfort Lodge
DIXIE A. LYTLE Corpus Christi Lodge
BRENDA L. STACHA Coupland Lodge
EDWARD L. KESELING
HELEN T. LEMPA
EVELYN A. PEEBLES
MARK J. PRAUSE
Cuero Family Lodge
CYNTHIA S. KLOESEL
Da Costa Lodge
BRYANT C. CROW
KAREN B. RUSH
Dallas Lodge
LINDA A. BERAN
L. J. LESIKAR JR.
LORRAINE J. LESIKAR
BARBARA A. SMITH Deanville Lodge
TROY A. HAASS
SYLVAN W. LUTZ Dunlay Lodge
LINDA A. ALDRIDGE
LORETTA F. DAVIDSON
TAMI PIPPIN
STEPHEN E. RANFT Edelweiss-Magnolia Lodge
KAREN S. JORDAN Ellinger Lodge
JEFFERY M. ROWLAND Fort Worth Lodge
BRYAN K. HERBORT
MICHELLE M. KAMMLAH Fredericksburg Lodge
DAVID A. LEHMANN
Gay Hill Lodge
RACHELLE POLAN
DIANNE K. SOEFJE
LLOYD J. BELL JR.
JUDITH G. HILL
JOHN L. LESSOR III Gonzales Lodge
PAUL T. ANTHONY Gulf Lodge
CHARLES W. FULLER
FRANK A. RICKS
TIMOTHY L. VORDENBAUMEN Harmonia Lodge
BOBBY L. KLEIN Helotes Lodge
LORI A. CHUMCHAL Hochheim-Prairie Lodge
GEORGE D. KOCH Hondo Lodge
HELEN A. JONES
SHAUNA G. WHITE
TERRY L. WHITE Hondo Victory Lodge
DINAH S. JACKSON
SHERYL L. K. NASH Houston Lodge
SUSAN C. CODY Kirby Lodge
BRADLEY G. FEDERWISCH
REAGAN D. PLOETZ Laubach Lodge
SHERYL R. BURDELL Lockhart Lodge
EARL G. PAPE Lone Oak Lodge
DIANE L. JOHNSON
NORMA M. OLING
CORENNA A. WALKER Louise Schuetze Lodge
JOYCE W. KUCHERKA
LANA G. LUDDEKE Marion Lodge
PATRICIA M. BUCH
GEORGE N. KUNZE
LOVELL M. PITTMAN JR. Macdona Lodge
JUDITH T. BOLIN
GREG K. WESTERFELD McGregor Lodge
60 years – cont’d. from Pg. 8
NELL B. ASHLEY
PATSY BUYS-MADDUX
DONALD A. SCHULMEIER Mission-Alamo Lodge
BARBARA J. COOPER Needville Lodge
KARL G. CRENWELGE New Braunfels Lodge
RICHARD A. EHRLICH Niederwald Lodge
MARSHA J. BAUMANN
JIMMIE J. KANAK Nordheim Lodge
GARY M. MILLER
RICHARD L. MILLER Old Glory Lodge
ROCHELLE R. NESLONEY Orange Grove Lodge
SHERRY K. CHRISTOPHER
SHERRIE A. SKEANS Pershing Lodge
BETTY A. BARNEY
TIMOTHY W. FOSTER
CAROL J. THIBODEAUX Plum Lodge
JON LANGE
JORY D. LANGE
ALLISON LANGE-RENTFRO
DEIDRA S. LANGE-THOMPSON
DOUGLAS A. UHLIG Poth Lodge
CHARLES R. KUTSCHER Prinz Solms Lodge
CAROLYN KALUZA Rosenberg-Richmond Lodge
JOHN L. MULTER Rowena Lodge
LEO J. HALL
LARRY J. MEINKOWSKY Round Top Lodge
FLOYD W. BRAUNE
KRISTI J. ELSIK San Marcos Lodge
MARK D. ANDERS
TINA L. PARMA BLASCHKE
JEANETTE BROCK
RONALD G. BROSSMANN
BILLIE F. GUENTHER
MARILYN S. HINZE
SHEILA D. NOVAK
MICHAEL W. OLLE
SHARON A. RODE
LUCILLE A. STRICKLAND Schulenburg Lodge
RONALD S. DILLARD Schwertner Lodge
MIKEL L. HAUG
DOYLE W. LANGE
MICHAEL A. SCHAEFER
JERALD C. WIETERS Seguin Lodge
ROYCE A. BARTELS
DEIDRA D. BECKER
WENDELL B. ECKERMANN
LISA A. KASPAR
GEORGE H. KRENEK
WILFRED M. KRENEK Shelby Lodge
MARY C. PATEK
CECIL R. TRICHEL Shiner Lodge
LARRY M. BENDELE
ROBERT L. JORDAN
DEBORAH M. WILLIAMS Siemering Lodge
DANA K. CLARK
GLYNN A. FELSING Stern Lodge
JACQUELINE A. WELLS Stockdale Lodge
DWAYNE R. MARTIN Taylor Lodge
MELODIE N. NOAH Twin Sisters Lodge
MAUREEN J. GREENE
LELIA I. M. GUERRA
STEPHANIE J. KANNING
FRANCES E. KLEIN
GLORIA A. SCHRAUB Vineta Lodge
ROY L. WORNAT
Waco-Robionson Lodge
Pioneers
ERWIN H. LANDGREBE
ROGER D. LANDGREBE
MARK C. NIEMEIER
CYNTHIA A. PIEPRZICA Yorktown Lodge
50 Years
KURT T. WEBB
Anton Wenzel Lodge
STEPHEN ANDREW
PAULA J. VITALE
Austin Lodge
SUZANNE M. MOECKEL
JEROME C. WICKE JR.
RUSSELL A. WICKE
STEVEN E. WICKE
Bernardo Lodge
REBECCA A. TEAGUE Biry Lodge
LAURA PEREZ
KRISTIE L. SCHAPER
Boerne Lodge
KRISTIN M. BEDFORD
JILL M. HIRTZEL
KIMBERLY S. KRAMER
Brenham Lodge
ROY A. BOEHNEMANN
Burton Lodge
AMY M. HATHAWAY
Columbia Lodge
CHERYL D. ARGONA
CHRISTOPHER D. KNIGHT
DONALD C. MCDANIEL
PHILIP R. MCDANIEL
RYAN C. MURPHY
Comfort Lodge
SHANNON M. HARRIS
MELODIE A. WALLACE
Corpus Christi Lodge
EUNICE A. BOMERSBACH
DUANE W. KAINER
TINA C. LAMBERT
RUTH C. MOZISEK
BRIAN J. PUSTKA
DONALD J. ROTHWELL
LAURIE F. ROTHWELL
BARBARA B. SCHMIDT
BRIAN R. TOLLE
VALERIE J. VOGT
GEORGIA K. WHITEHEAD
MILDRED G. WHITEHEAD
Da Costa Lodge
JAMES H. MCLEAN Dunlay Lodge
JANIE E. GREGORY
Fort Worth Lodge
SARA L. CRENWELGE
LINDA MOLTER
MATTHEW S. MOLTER Fredericksburg Lodge
JANEL S. MURFF Gonzales Lodge
TERRY D. ROHM
JOHN R. SULLIVAN JR.
RICKEY J. SUTHERLAND JR.
STEVEN A. WARD Harmonia Lodge
CHRISTINA BOURGEOIS Helotes Lodge
NANCY L. JURENA
BRENDA J. MOORE
KAREN J. MOORE Hochheim-Prairie Lodge
TRAVIS S. LAKEY Hondo Lodge
JEANIE B. HARRIS
ELIZABETH VANDAMME Hondo Victory Lodge
DAVID A. PUCK Kirby Lodge
STACIE D. VICK La Vernia Lodge
NANCEE J. DOBBS Lockhart Lodge
PATRICIA S. BAKKE
STACY CZAJKA
DONNA D. DIVIN
Louise Schuetze Lodge
KAREN A. DUNCAN
ERNEST L. SCHIRMER
REYNOLD J. SCHIRMER Macdona Lodge
JAMES M. COLLIER Mission-Alamo Lodge
TOMMY W. KOSTELNIK Needville Lodge
RYAN M. HUEBINGER
BRANDY J. SCHELLHASE New Braunfels Lodge
BILLIE JO FREEMAN Old Glory Lodge
WALTER J. BEATH
LORETTA L. BERNHARD
CLAUDE E. CULAK
Paul Vogt Lodge
TRACEY J. DINSCORE
GREGG R. TIEKEN
MICHAEL L. TUNNELL
JARRETT W. VOCKE Pershing Lodge
TERESA L. ISRAEL Richland Lodge
LORI L. JANAK
DAWN M. OLSOVSKY
TRAVIS L. WAGNER Schulenburg Lodge
JACQUELINE ALMOND
MONICA M. MARTINKA Schwertner Lodge
SUSAN C. BALDERAS
ELIZABETH DON CARLOS Seguin Lodge
BRIAN A. LEIST
CHRISTOPHER D. LEIST
LINDA A. LEIST Shiner Lodge
SHEILA K. BULLOCK
KELLY D. KRUSE
RHONDA K. OCHOA Taylor Lodge
LAURA L. BURNS
GERALDINE BYROM Vineta Lodge
MICHAEL W. BERGER Weesatche Lodge
CHAD D. HOLUB Wichita Falls Lodge
ESTLEAN P. MIERTSCHIN
Plum Lodge
Died Dec. 29, 2020 • Age 86
GENE G. VIVROUX
Seguin Lodge Died Feb. 7, 2021 • Age 82
WAYNE M. MIERTSCHIN
Plum Lodge Died Feb. 9, 2021 • Age 54
KRIS A. FLAUGHER
Seguin Lodge
Died March 20, 2021 • Age 66
SANDRA J. THOMPSON
Louise Schuetze Lodge Died Sept. 11, 2021 • Age 68
ROBERT J. ROBERTS JR.
Waco Robinson Lodge
Died Sept. 17, 2021 • Age 56
ANDY M. BORREGO
Harmonia Lodge Died Sept. 18, 2021 • Age 70
WILLA M. MUSGROVE
Round Top Lodge Died Oct. 28, 2022 • Age 81
JAMES R. MOELLER
Anton Wenzel Lodge Died Jan. 9, 2023 • Age 92
JIMMIE H. WORK
Harmonia Lodge
Died April 7, 2023 • Age 92
PHYLLIS E. WEBER
Anton Wenzel Lodge Died July 31, 2023 • Age 80
SANDRA L. BOENING
Poth Lodge Died Aug. 16, 2023 • Age 77
In Memoriam of Our Deceased Members
MYRTLE A. KIRCHHOFF
Comfort Lodge Died Oct. 12, 2023 • Age 97
MARY C. SIMMONS
Helotes Lodge
Died Dec. 17, 2023 • Age 92
BERNARD J. MEYER
Brenham Lodge
Died Dec. 23, 2023 • Age 82
GLENN A. UECKER
Paul Vogt Lodge
Died Jan. 26, 2024 • Age 90
DAVID S. KINCAID
La Vernia Lodge
Died Feb. 1, 2024 • Age 90
JAMES A. LANDGREBE
La Vernia Lodge
Died April 8, 2024 • Age 76
KENNEY L. MUELLER JR.
Shelby Lodge Died May 14, 2024 • Age 93
CINDY L. DANCHAK
Dogwood Trail Lodge
Died May 20, 2024 • Age 58
JO ANN BULLOCK
Fort Worth Lodge
Died May 22, 2024 • Age 88
WILMA DUCHO
Moulton Lodge
Died May 30, 2024 • Age 88
KENNETH W. STEINDORF
Corpus Christi Lodge
Died June 8, 2024 • Age 79
OLLIE D. ROSE
Rowena Lodge
Died June 14, 2024 • Age 90
C. F. MACKENROTH
Houston Lodge
Died June 16, 2024 • Age 87
EUGENE J. WESSELS
Plum Lodge
Died June 18, 2024 • Age 95
FRANCIS E. SITTERLE
Cibolo Lodge
Died June 19, 2024 • Age 89
WILLIAM J. WENGLER
Siemering Lodge
Died June 23, 2024 • Age 92
BILLY G. STRUCKMEYER
Brenham Lodge
Died June 25, 2024 • Age 86
SHIRLEY F. PITTS
Castroville Lodge
Died June 25, 2024 • Age 80
BOBBY L. REPKA
Brenham Lodge
Died June 28, 2024 • Age 80
TIMOTHY N. TIETJEN
Deanville Lodge
Died June 28, 2024 • Age 71
EDMUND E. MICHALEK JR.
Harmonia Lodge
Died July 1, 2024 • Age 60
CORDELL E. LEVIEN
Round Top Lodge
Died July 1, 2024 • Age 91
JOYCE A. DAILEY
Niederwald Lodge Died July 5, 2024 • Age 74
NELSON E. SCHELER
Kypfer-Salge Lodge Died July 5, 2024 • Age 82
MEMORIAL DONATION FORM
MARVIN E. KAASE
Houston Lodge Died July 5, 2024 • Age 81
WILBURN E. MOTT
Richland Lodge Died July 6, 2024 • Age 75
DOROTHEA M. WILSON
Kirby Lodge Died July 7, 2024 • Age 84
GERTRUDE F. JOHNSON
Corpus Christi Lodge Died July 8, 2024 • Age 82
THADDEUS A. KRAWIETZ
Mission-Alamo Lodge Died July 10, 2024 • Age 77
WARNER T. DENHAM
Weesatche Lodge Died July 11, 2024 • Age 80
KATHERINE L. HEICKMAN
Pershing Lodge Died July 14, 2024 • Age 102
EMILY M. FEHLIS
Niederwald Lodge Died July 14, 2024 • Age 96
LILLIAN F. KANZ
Kypfer-Salge Lodge Died July 24, 2024 • Age 95
KATHLEEN R. SYFAN
Fredericksburg Lodge Died July 24, 2024 • Age 71
JOSEPHINE A. KRENEK
Da Costa Lodge Died July 26, 2024 • Age 94
BETTY J. TELTSCHIK
Houston Lodge Died July 27, 2024 • Age 93
JOHN G. ROLLER Gruenau Lodge
Died July 28, 2024 • Age 91
CAROLYN S. KENNEDY Hochheim-Prairie Lodge
Died July 28, 2024 • Age 58
TRUMAN D. HILL
Anton Wenzel Lodge Died July 28, 2024 • Age 82
OPAL M. GOEBEL
Twin Sisters Lodge
Died July 30, 2024 • Age 95
ELSIE JO SETTLE
Greater Texas Lodge Died July 31, 2024 • Age 92
RONALD D. WENZEL Womack Lodge
Died Aug. 1, 2024 • Age 86
DONALD K. ROTHENFLUE Bryan Lodge
Died Aug. 1, 2024 • Age 96
DOROTHY LAWLER
Corpus Christi Lodge Died Aug. 3, 2024 • Age 84
ELWOOD D. DANNHAUS Brenham Lodge
Died Aug. 3, 2024 • Age 86
KENNETH R. KOSSAETH D'Hanis Lodge
Died Aug. 5, 2024 • Age 81
DARYL W. HUESKE Brenham Lodge Died Aug. 9, 2024 • Age 76
The names of deceased members are listed on this page only after a death claim has been filed.
Twin Sisters will celebrate Oktoberfest
TWIN SISTERS – Twin Sisters Lodge will celebrate Oktoberfest on Sunday, Oct. 6, with a traditional German menu of sausage, sauerkraut, potato salad, desserts and a variety of beer.
At the August meeting, Board Director Stan Steiger gave an update on the sale of the Home Office in downtown San Antonio. He also encouraged members to consider purchasing a Hermann Sons Life annuity.
Members welcomed guests Jessica Weber and Eric, Marisa and Nora Grohman.
A moment of silence was observed for Douglas Wagner who passed away on April 28, 2024, at the age of 94.
Celebrating birthdays in August and September were Herman Weber, Blake Weber, Marshal Weber, Helen Knoll, Henley Weber, Kadan Morash and Marilyn Weidman. Stan and Karen Steiger celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary in September.
Ethan Morash, Blake and Henley Weber and guest Nora Grohman helped draw names for door prizes. The winners were Gertrude Hartmann and Deborah Knoll, and they both donated their winnings to the Building Fund.
Everyone enjoyed a meal of hamburgers made by Herman
For Join Hands Day, members participated in a community cleanup of the Blanco Memorial Cemetery in June.
Ethan Morash, from left, Henley and Blake Weber and Nora Grohman helped draw names for door prizes at the August meeting of Twin Sisters Lodge.
and Nancy Weber and trimmings and sides provided by members. Thank you to everyone who contributed. – Reporter
Twin Sisters Lodge members participated in a community cleanup of the Blanco Memorial Cemetery in June for Join Hands Day.
Puzzle answers from Pg. 19
Crossword
Round Top Lodge to participate in VFD event
ROUND TOP – Round Top Lodge will have a country store booth at the Ledbetter Volunteer Fire Department’s Annual Firemen’s Feast on Oct. 5 to raise funds for the department.
Volunteers will be needed at 2 p.m. to help set up. For those who cannot attend that Saturday, items for the booth can be delivered to the home of President Linda Mattocks. A decision about freewill donations for all items will be finalized at the next meeting.
The lodge’s next meeting was scheduled for Sept. 26 at the American Legion Hall. Due to the antique fair, the lodge will
not meet in October.
A discussion was held on how land lines have been replaced with cell phones. Linda, a sales agent, reminded members to make sure their policy and membership information was updated and said she had forms available to make phone and address changes or any other personal information changes.
Happy Birthday wishes were sung to JoAnn Ullrich.
The lodge recognized anniversary celebrants, Floyd and Jocie Braun, 26 years and Barton and Lila Garlin, 28 years.
Attendance-prize winners
Cameron Lodge will meet Nov. 12
Cameron Lodge members, from left, Aimee Ehler, Logan Morris, Jason Ehler and June Buck celebrated birthdays at the September meeting held at Dairy Queen. The lodge will meet Nov. 12 at Circle S for the election of officers for 2025 and to plan 2025 meetings.
McGregor to meet at Luigi’s
MCGREGOR – McGregor Lodge will meet Oct. 1 at 5 p.m. at Luigi’s.
The November meeting will be moved from first Tuesday to second Tuesday, Nov. 12. Location will be announced at the October meeting.
At the September meeting held at The Coffee Shop, get-well wishes were extended to Vivian
Niederwald Lodge will meet Oct. 1
Niederwald Lodge prize winners at the September meeting were
will
on Tuesday, Oct. 1. Members are asked to wear fall colors.
were Floyd Braun, Earl Fenske, Jocie Braun, Pearlie Wagner and Jeanette Schoenst.
Thank you to Virgie Hall, Betty Porter and Lila Garlin for donating door prizes. The winners were Barton and Lila Garlin, Betty and Bob Porter, Linda Mattocks, Delores Neutzler, Sophie Rauch and Jeanette Hancock.
The lodge welcomed one transfer member.
Everyone enjoyed fellowship and a meal of pulled pork sandwiches with all the extras, potato salad, slaw, desserts, fruit and ice cream.
– Reporter
Round Top Lodge recognized birthday celebrant Jo Ann Ullrich at the August meeting.
Celebrating anniversaries at the Round Top Lodge August meeting were, in back, Jocie and Floyd Braun and in front, Barton and Lila Garlin.
Laubach plans Christmas celebration
Lange, and members were happy to see Teresa Sneed doing better. The lodge will make a donation to the Retirement Home Christmas Fund.
Teresa Sneed was wished a happy birthday.
Lucky door-prize winners were Karen Rice, Doris Mooney and Jerome Weinstrom. – Doris Mooney
SEGUIN – Laubach Lodge will hold the annual Christmas party at the Red Barn Agricultural Education and Heritage Center on Dec. 8 at 1 p.m. Monetary attendance prizes will be awarded.
Vice President of Sales Teresa Saathoff presented two membership pins at the September meeting. Jimmie Benson was presented his 60-year pin and Janice Harborth received her 50-year pin.
For Make a Difference Day, the lodge will donate to nine different organizations and members will help cleanup Lone Oak Cemetery.
The names of birthday and anniversary celebrants from June through September were read and monetary attendance prizes were awarded. – Reporter
Plum will meet on Oct. 14 at Schoolhouse
WEST POINT – Plum Lodge will meet Oct. 14 at 5 p.m. at the Prairie Valley Schoolhouse. Dinner will be provided. Members are encouraged to attend for fun and fellowship.
Members are reminded to save the date for the Christmas party on Dec. 14 at 5 p.m. Pin recipients in 2024 are invited to attend to be recognized. Look for an invitation in the mail.
A lodge trustee position needs to be filled. Please contact the
lodge if you are interested.
At the September meeting, members voted to send donations to St. Paul Lutheran Church in memory of member Verlene Horbratschk and to the Prairie Valley Cemetery Association in memory of member Eugene Wessels.
Agent Linda Mattocks was in attendance.
Birthday celebrants were Pam Matula, July; Gloria Raschke, August; and September celebrants
were Annie Cook and Linda Poncik.
Walter and Jackie Wessels Jr. celebrated an anniversary in June and Wilbert and Bonnie Hoffmann celebrated a September anniversary. Annie Cook won the attendance prize.
In August, members met at Las Fuentes for a meal and short meeting. Agent Kyle Hartmann attended.
– Pam Matula
Nancy Smith and Harry Schriber. The lodge
meet
Vice President of Sales Teresa Saathoff, right, presented membership pins to Laubach Lodge members, Jimmie Benson, 60 years and Janice Harborth, 50 years during the September meeting.
Bernardo pioneers receive pins
CAT SPRING – Bernardo Lodge held pin presentations and recognized campers at the August meeting.
Board Director David Noak, accompanied by Theresa Garlin, were in attendance. David addressed the members and he and President Terrel Maertz presented a 70-year membership pin to Joe Trojack. Joe was a past agent and president of the lodge for many years. David
thanked him for his service to Hermann Sons Life. A 50-year membership pin was presented to James Henneke.
Junior members Sara and Laura Henneke and Briley Zapalac shared their camping experiences with the members. The campers said they all had a great time and look forward to attending camp in 2025. Other campers from the lodge were Grayson Anderson, Audrey, Abigail and
Yorktown Lodge donates to library
Yorktown Lodge Vice President Karen Gaida, right, presents the Friends of the Yorktown Public Library with a $500 check from the lodge. The lodge’s annual Family Western Week at the hall will be held Oct. 17-20. The schedule and performers: Oct. 17 – 7:30-11:30 p.m., DJ Peecho; Oct. 18 – 3-7 p.m., DJ Peecho and 7:30-11:30 p.m., The Emotions; Oct. 19 – 3-7 p.m., Devy Whittington, and 8 p.m.-12 a.m., Blue Denim Band.
Weston Sutherland. Thank-you cards were read from campers who could not attend the meeting. Each camper was given $150 to help with camp registration fees. Joe led members in prayer before the meal of hamburgers with all the trimmings and side dishes. Members also enjoyed many desserts along with ice cream.
– Robin Maertz
from left, Sara and Laura Henneke and Briley Zapalac, shared their summer camp experiences at the August meeting.
in August and September at
Corpus Christi Lodge will meet on Oct. 1
Prize winners at the Corpus Christi Lodge meeting in September were, from left, Cheryl Garcia, 50/50 winner and door-prize winners, Kerry Ginn, Troylyn Gonzalez and Robert Gonzalez. The lodge will meet Tuesday, Oct. 1.
Bernardo Lodge member Joe Trojack, center, received his 70-year membership pin from President Terrel Maertz, left, and Board Director David Noak at the August meeting.
James Henneke, center, received his 50-year membership pin from Bernardo Lodge President Terrel Maertz, left, and Board Director David Noak at the August meeting.
Bernardo Lodge junior members,
Bernardo Lodge junior member Grayson Anderson attended camp this summer.
Celebrating birthdays
Corpus Christi Lodge, were, back, from left, Robert Gonzalez, Scott Mazur, Debra Mazur, Rick Roberson, Cheryl Garcia, Ray Garcia, front, from left, Troylyn Gonzalez, Sheila Hood and Elena Miller.
Fort Worth Lodge presents two membership pins
FORT WORTH – Fort Worth Lodge President Shannon Jones presented 50-year membership pins to Kit Behringer and Janie Nicholls at the September meeting. The election of officers will be held at the meeting on Dec. 1.
The lodge welcomes new junior member Colette Supper and adult transfer member Barbara Russell-Hartgraves.
Henley and Elsa Baker shared their camp experiences. Henley said she enjoyed the dance and Elsa said she enjoyed hanging out with friends.
Congratulations to October pin recipients Jeffery Rowland, 60 years.
Day project, the lodge will donate to the center to help with the cost of the production, as well as buy gift cards for the raffle/auction. The mission of Irving Youth Theatre is, “empowering young voices through the performing arts.” Good luck to Henley.
ing Tournament. Sympathy is extended to his family. Sympathy is also extended to the family of Sherry Ozmun who passed away in August. Sherry had been a member since August 2018.
In October, the lodge’s very own Henley Baker will perform in “Beauty and the Beast” at the Dupree Theater at Iving Arts Center. For its Make a Difference
Members were saddened to lose another great member –Fred Murphy. Fred passed away Aug. 24. Fred had been a member since April 1977 and served as past president of the Home Association and as a lodge officer. His hobbies included bowling, which he pursued passionately until the age of 84. He bowled in the Hermann Sons League and bowled in the Hermann Sons Life Statewide Bowl-
Scott and Shannon Jones celebrate 27 years of marriage in October.
Birthday wishes go out to Janice Brackin, Adelaide Childs, Carter Childs, Jackson Childs, Micah Clanton, John Emshoff, Sydney Hampton, Kamden Hazelwood, Carol Hilcher, Lorelei Leonard, Lucas Leonard, Vicki Lewallen, Payton Mitchell, Renee Rudloff-Baker, Cutter Stephenson and Chance Voss. – Reporter
Cibolo holds memorial service, welcomes new juniors
UNIVERSAL CITY – Cibolo Lodge will meet Oct. 3. Pizza will be served.
The September meeting began with a memorial service led by Vice President Sherry Rakowitz. Deceased members honored were Teirany Anderson, Robert Anderson, Dora Scott, Francis Sitterle, JoMarie Clark and Peggy Davis.
The lodge welcomes three new junior members, Bonnie Marie Geyer, Maria Katherine Janssen and Carly Lynn Lankford. The Matching Funds recipient this year will be the Guadalupe County Children’s Advocacy Center. The lodge will also provide backpacks for the children. Christ the King Lutheran
Church is sponsoring Wilder Intermediate School this year. The lodge will collect items and money at the Christmas party for the school.
For the upcoming lodge raffle, donations so far include two quilts, a gift basket from Bath and Body Works and a wreath. Donations are needed soon so a complete list can be provided for the tickets.
The lodge will donate $100 to the Retirement Home Christmas Fund.
The adult attendance-prize winners were Ernie Kropp and Tracy Campos, and the junior winner was Jameson Rakowitz.
Celebrating an anniversary were Dena and Mike Warneke,
Lodge were Rodney Krebs and Cory Rakowitz pictured holding his son Jameson and daughter Emma.
37 years, and celebrating birthdays were Rodney Krebs and Cory Rakowitz.
Paige Lodge plans pin presentations
PAIGE – Paige Lodge will meet on Sunday, Oct. 13, at Meyers Sausage Co. in Elgin at noon. The lodge will provide lunch and pin presentations will be held.
The next meeting will be held Sunday, Nov. 10, at noon at the hall.
The lodge will provide food and drinks, and members are asked to bring desserts.
Christmas bingo is planned
for the meeting on Sunday, Dec. 8, at noon. The lodge will provide the food and drinks, and members are asked to bring desserts.
At the September meeting, members voted to give a donation to the local cemeteries and local food pantries. The lodge will also send a donation to the Retirement Home Christmas Fund.
Members welcomed Agent
Linda Mattocks. Everyone enjoyed the fried chicken dinner provided by the lodge. Thank you to Chelle Dube for picking up the chicken. Otis Marburger won the attendance prize.
Members are encouraged to attend meetings and enjoy the food, fun and fellowship. For more information, call Milton Ihlo at 512-444-2287.
members
and Mike Warneke recently celebrated their 37th anniversary.
was voted the
and the best des-
Kypfer-Salge Lodge will meet on Oct. 4
Kypfer-Salge Lodge recognized birthday celebrant Oran Koepp, 89, at the September meeting. Attendance-prize winners were Nelrose Koepp, Molly Koepp, Dennis Koepp, Tammy Seiter and Donna Surredin. The lodge will meet Oct. 4. A meal of chicken and beef fajitas will be served, and members are asked to bring a side dish or dessert.
A creamed corn casserole by Tracy Campos
best side dish
sert was Opossum Pie (Chocolate pie) by Sherry Rakowitz. – Reporter
Fort Worth Lodge President Shannon Jones, center, presented 50year membership pins to Janie Nichols, with granddaughter Riley, and to Kit Behringer during the September meeting.
Celebrating birthdays in September at Cibolo
Cibolo Lodge
Dena
San Marcos will tour missions in San Antonio
SAN MARCOS – San Marcos Lodge members will tour the missions in San Antonio on Monday, Oct. 7, in lieu of a meeting.
Members will meet at the Zorn Bowling Lanes parking lot at 8:30 a.m. and carpool to San Antonio. The tour will start at the San Jose Mission where a guide will provide historical information. Please RSVP to Secretary Janice Kuhen by email at jmkuhen@outlook.com or text 512-393-1431.
October is German Heritage Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Please wear pink or red to commemorate these events.
At the September meeting, President Shirley Faske announced 50-year membership pin recipients. Members since 1974 are Wendy Moreau, Larene Beth Simmons, Laura Gayle Ramirez, Allison Magin and Charlotte Trapp. They will all be recognized at the annual Christmas Party along with several others.
The Christmas party will be held on Dec. 8 at Zorn Bowling Lanes at 2 p.m. A turkey meal
San Marcos Lodge members enjoyed a meal of lasagna prepared by Ken and Lillian Cargil at the September meeting.
by Bill Miller’s Barbecue with all the trimmings will be served. Reservations for the party must be made no later than Tuesday, Nov. 26. RSVP to Janice. Members will be charged $5 a plate and non-members will be charged $15 per plate.
A donation will be made to the Hays-Caldwell County Women’s shelter for the lodge’s Make a Difference Day project.
Vice President Agnes Dreibrodt will chair a committee to prepare the 2025 calendar and 2025 officer nominations list. The committee
will meet in mid-October and report at the November meeting. Anyone who would like to serve as an officer should contact Agnes. Hosts and hostesses are also needed. Volunteers to serve on the committee are welcomed.
The Cheer Committee reported sending a sympathy card to the family of James Netherland. A moment of silence was observed in his memory. A get-well card was sent to Jerry Krackau.
A note from Billy and Mary Lou Preuss was read thanking
Marcos Lodge members attended the
August.
the lodge for celebrating their 70th anniversary during the lodge’s annual picnic. It was announced Janice won fourth place in the Women’s Singles event in the Hermann Sons Life Statewide Bowling Tournament and John Gates and Terry McFarland, representing San Marcos, placed second in the Men’s Doubles competition. Attendance-prize winners were Betty Rust and Shirley Faske.
– Reporter
Attendance-prize winners at the San Marcos Lodge September meeting were Betty Rust, left, and Shirley Faske.
Vineta Lodge plans memorial service for Oct. 3
SAN ANTONIO – Vineta Lodge will meet Oct. 3. The lodge will furnish meatloaf and a cake. Members are asked to bring a side dish.
A memorial service will be held to honor deceased members and the election of Home Association representatives will be held.
A turkey dinner will be served at the Nov. 7 meeting. Please
RSVP to Ruth Bailey at 210-7073652. The election of officers will be held.
The lodge extends its appreciation to everyone who attended the 123rd anniversary celebration in September.
Special thanks to President Debbie Jordan who baked and furnished a German Chocolate Cake.
Congratulations to Elsie Krueger who received her 75year membership pin. All members are encouraged to attend lodge meetings and activities.
– Reporter
San
Seguin Lodge Summer Fest held in
Elsie Krueger, left, received her 75-year membership pin from Vineta Lodge President Debbie Jordan, her daughter, during the September anniversary celebration.
Vineta Lodge past presidents were recognized during the September anniversary celebration. Pictured are, from left, President Debbie Jordan, Annette Unger, Ruth Bailey and Emily Roberts.
Vineta Lodge President Debbie Jordan, left, presents a birthday gift to Emily Roberts at the September meeting.
Deanville Lodge donates to VFD
DEANVILLE – Deanville Lodge will meet Sunday, Oct. 27, at 2 p.m. Membership pin recipients will be honored.
On Saturday, Sept. 7, President Donnie Blinka and Vice President Tammy Jones presented a $500 check to the Deanville Fire Department at the fire department’s annual appreciation meal. The lodge is grateful for all the fire department does for the Deanville community and surrounding area.
At the August meeting, a moment of silence was observed for
Helen Wiederhold. Helen passed away on Aug. 6. Services were held on Aug. 12 at CallawayJones Funeral Home in Bryan. Helen was a very active lodge member and will be greatly missed. Condolences are extended to her family.
The lodge will sponsor a class for the Burleson County Livestock Show. Best wishes to all the 2024 4-H and FFA Burleson County Fair participants.
Happy Birthday wishes were sung to Janet Phillips. – Reporter
Deanville Lodge mourns the loss of active member Helen Wiederhold. Services were held in August.
Columbia committed to community
DALLAS – Columbia Lodge will meet Sunday, Oct. 6, at 3 p.m. at the Hall.
Following a successful Christmas in July, the lodge hosted the Dallas Songwriters Association SonsStock Music and Arts Gathering in August. There were many live performances of local musicians.
DSA has been around since 1987 and is a non-profit that supports songwriters of all ages. Along with DSA, KNON (community radio station) and the Resource Center, the lodge continues to enrich communities around Dallas. The Dallas Home Association is a member of the Texas Dance Hall Preservation.
Becoming a member of Colum-
Long-time members Randell Fields, Glenn Marvin, Alan Litt, and Bob Portz perform at the SonsStock event held in August at the Sons of Hermann Hall in Dallas.
bia Lodge through a Hermann Sons Life insurance policy and/or an annuity (which are great products for planning your future) has many perks. Please spread the word about Hermann Sons Life. By the time this article is pub-
Bexar Lodge plans Disney Christmas party for Dec. 7
San Antonio – Bexar Lodge will meet Sunday, Nov. 3, from 1-3 p.m. at 3202 Leyte St. Lunch will be provided. The lodge has several upcoming fun items on the agenda, Make a Difference Day, Christmas party kit-making and the annual Christmas party – Disney themed!
For Make a Difference Day, the lodge will work with the community for donations to the Ronald McDonald House. Final details are under way for the Disney Christmas par-
ty on Dec. 7 from 4-9 p.m.
A kit-making party will be held to prepare the junior activities and centerpieces for the Christmas party. Snacks and drinks will be available. Information will be available on the website for those interested in attending. Have questions about our lodge or how to join? Check out the website at: hermannsonslifebexar.com
Members are encouraged and welcomed to attend meetings and activities. – Reporter
Deanville Lodge Vice President Tammy Jones, from left, and President Donnie Blinka presented a $500 check to the Deanville Volunteer Fire Department in September.
New Braunfels to meet Oct. 6
NEW BRAUNFELS – New Braunfels Lodge will meet Oct. 6 at 3 p.m. at the Hall.
Michael and Shirley Huebinger will host. The meat will be furnished, and members are asked to bring sides and/or desserts.
The lodge welcomes nine new members.
lished, engaged couples Bobby Wilbanks and Mary Marvin, and Jeremiah Arauco and Amanda Hobbs will have exchanged wedding vows. We are so happy for them!
–
Cecilia Phillips
Greater Texas will meet on Oct. 15
SAN ANTONIO – Greater Texas Lodge will meet by Zoom Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 6:30 p.m. Meeting links will be provided prior to the meeting.
For more information, follow Greater Texas Lodge on Facebook or email: johnp@hermannsonslife.org – Reporter
HELOTES – Helotes Lodge will meet on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m. at Braun Hall. The election of officers will be held and a hot meal will be provided. – Reporter Helotes meets Dec. 10
At the September meeting, President and CEO Robin Czarnek gave updates from the Home Office concerning the sale of the building, Medicare presentations and donations for the Boysville Children’s
Home. Members voted to donate $50 for Christmas desserts and $50 for birthday desserts for the youth at Boysville. Attendance-prize winners were Shirley and Michael Huebinger, Karen Harborth, Janice and Phillip Neff, Martha Rehler, Leola Stolte, Martha Tolle, Sandra Duncan, Jerome Vetter, Connie Krause and Tommy Daum.
A fajita supper, hosted by Robin and Dave Czarnek, was served after games and refreshments.
– Reporter
Houston to work at food bank
HOUSTON – Houston Lodge will meet Oct. 14 at Don Jose’s Restaurant, 5305 Antoine.
For Make a Difference Day members will volunteer at the Houston Food Bank on Saturday, Oct. 26, beginning at 8 a.m. The Houston Food Bank is located at 535 Portwall St. Oran M. Chaudier and Sandy
Chaudier were guests at the August meeting.
Agent Gary Falkenberg reminded members to check beneficiary information on policies to make sure they are upto-date.
Members sang Happy Birthday to Peggy Haas. – Reporter
Dallas will meet in November
DALLAS – Dallas Lodge will meet on Nov. 17 at the Hall at 1 p.m. Members are encouraged to attend.
Congratulations to Theresa L. Volcik who has received her 70-year membership pin. She became a member on Aug. 4, 1954, and resides in Forney.
Members are invited to attend the annual Columbia
Lodge Oktoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 12. The hall will open at 5 p.m. and dinner is at 6 p.m. The cost is $20 and includes a German meal and music by a German band. The lodge welcomes transfer member Randall K. Ondrusek from Hochheim-Prairie Lodge.
– Andy Schelleberg
Pershing plans Make a Difference Day project
SAN ANTONIO – Pershing Lodge will meet Wednesday, Oct. 2, at 7 p.m. in the Rathskeller. The lodge will provide sausage and buns, and members are asked to bring a side dish. For Make a Difference Day, members will visit lodge members who are in nursing homes and provide them with toiletries. Items will be collected at the October meeting.
A memorial service was held at the September meeting for members who have passed away.
In August, 24 members met at the Little Red Barn Steak House and enjoyed dinner and fellowship.
Celebrating August birthdays were James Lay, Pat Plouch and Marilyn Hoster. September birthday celebrants were Gerald Peeler, Carol Krauss and Dora Villa. They each received a prize.
The name of Kenneth Wallace was drawn for the $35 attendance-prize drawing, but he was absent. Betty Opiela won the split-the-pot drawing.
– Dorothy Pawlik
Rutersville Lodge plans Christmas party
Rutersville Lodge recognized birthday celebrants Wayman Krueger, left, and Larry Tietjen at the September meeting. The attendanceprize winners were Sherrie Terronez, Jo Ann Mueller, Sherry Noak, Lynda Wheeler and Nancy Krueger. The Christmas party will be held Saturday, Dec. 7. The lodge will meet on Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. A fajita meal will be served. The next meeting date is Nov. 6.
Louise Schuetze to meet Oct. 9
SAN ANTONIO – Louise Schuetze Lodge will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 9.
The lodge welcomes new member Ella Yount.
The lodge’s 128th anniversary was celebrated in September. Members enjoyed food from Bill Miller’s Barbecue and Patty McBride provided cupcakes for dessert.
Projects for Make a Difference Day in October were discussed. Members are invited to make suggestions. Contact Janet Abell.
Birthday celebrants were Patty McBride in August and Suzy Zimmerman in September.
– Reporter
Mission-Alamo to host Medicare presentation
SAN ANTONIO – Mission-Alamo Lodge will meet Sunday, Oct. 20, at 2 p.m. Hermann Sons Life Regional Manager David Guerrero Jr. will give a Medicare presentation on changes in 2025. Halloween will be celebrated, costumes are optional.
On Nov. 17, the lodge will host visits with Santa from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Home Association’s Rathskeller. There will be art activities and refreshments for the children.
The lodge welcomes new member Kathryn Mutchler. The annual family picnic was held in August at Hilltop Camp in Comfort. Members enjoyed hot dogs and hamburgers, swimming and games. Juniors who attended camp were recognized. Thank you to Executive Camp Director Ian Brassett for the food and lifeguards for everyone’s safety.
Happy anniversary to George and Shelley Gray.
– Reporter
Pershing Lodge members celebrating birthdays in August were, from left, Marilyn Hoster, James Lay and Pat Plouch.
Pershing Lodge members celebrating birthdays in September were, from left, Gerald Peeler, Dora Villa and Carol Krauss.
Pershing Lodge members gathered at Little Red Barn Steak House for dinner and fellowship in August.
Mission-Alamo Lodge presented a donation to Hermann Sons Life Camp during the family picnic. Pictured are, from left, Joyce Kneupper, Executive Camp Director Ian Brassett and President Diane Kline.
Mission-Alamo Lodge campers enjoyed swimming at Hilltop Camp during the family picnic held in August.
Da Costa will elect officers at Nov. 12 meeting
DA COSTA – Da Costa Lodge will hold its last meeting of the year on Nov. 12. The election of officers will be held.
The lodge holds six meetings per year and encourages members to participate in meetings and lodge activities to help the lodge continue to grow. Meetings are held at 6 p.m. the second Tuesday of every other odd month at the hall. More officers are needed to comply with Lodge Bylaws of no overlapping positions.
The annual summer family social was held in August with 84 members and 60 guests/ non-members in attendance, plus many more for the public dance.
The event included a meal and dance with the Blue Denim Band. A silent auction was held and $1,022 was raised for the Scholarship Fund. Thank you to everyone who donated items.
Vice President of Sales Teresa Saathoff presented membership pins. Recipients were James Goebel, 75 years; Cheryl Clark, 70 years; Dennis Speed, 60 years; Colette Kaiser, 70 years; Allen J. Hanslik, 70 years; Garland R. Buchhorn, 70 years; Barbara Speed, 60 years; Arlon C. Zamzow, 70 years; David Per-
Vice President of Sales Teresa Saathoff presented a 75-year membership pin to James Carlton Goebel at the Da Costa Lodge summer family social held in August.
ry, 50 years; and Glenda Mikeska, 50 years.
August birthday celebrants were recognized.
It was a wonderful time of fellowship. Make plans to attend next year’s member event. Stay tuned for information.
Upcoming public events: Oct. 5 - dance with Pat Matula and the Lonestar Playboys; Oct. 6Heathens Entertainment Wrestling event; Oct. 12 - dance with Tommy Reed and the Texas Express Band; Nov. 15 - dance
with the Isaac Jacob Band; Dec. 14 - Youth Christmas Social and dance with Texas 361; Dec. 31New Years Eve dance with Tainted Heart Band.
Please call Sayra at 361-5782039 to reserve tables. Party decorations to celebrate a special event as well as snacks and adult spirits are welcome. All dances are $15 per person, unless noted otherwise. Preparations are under way for the exciting 2025 lineup.
– Reporter
David Perry and Glenda Mikeska.
Kirby Lodge to celebrate anniversary on Oct. 7
KIRBY – Kirby Lodge will celebrate its anniversary on Monday, Oct. 7, at 7 p.m. RSVPs are required for the meal. Contact Andra Fore at 210-661-3958 or Tammy Haecker.
The lodge will provide the main dish for the next meeting, Monday, Nov. 4, at 7 p.m. Members are asked to bring side dishes and desserts.
For Make a Difference Day, the lodge will donate items to the Kirby Animal Shelter. Items will be collected at the November and December meetings. More details will be provided in the November article.
In September, Regional Manager David Guerrero Jr. and Medicare Agent Barbara Hernandez provided information on Medicare options available
and talked about upcoming changes. If anyone is interested in information, contact either David or Barbara through the Home Office.
Condolences are extended to the family of Dorothea Wilson on her passing.
The lodge will no longer have a Cheer Committee. These duties will be handled by members present at meetings.
September celebrants Isabella McQuatters and Samantha Schulmeier Kelley were wished a happy birthday.
Judy Schulmeier won the $25 attendance prize. Split-the-pot winners were Isabella McQuatters, Glenda Bayer, James McQuatters and Andra Fore.
Door prize winners were Linda Gloor, Lillian Brietzke, Candace
Isabella “Izzy” McQuatters led the pledge of allegiance at the September meeting of Kirby Lodge.
Scheibe, James McQuatters, Samantha Schulmeier Kelley and Tammy Haecker.
– Andra Fore
September
and
Membership pin presentations were held during the Da Costa Lodge summer family social in August. Recipients, pictured with President Sayra Boop, left, and Vice President of Sales Teresa Saathoff, right, were Cheryl Clark, Dennis Speed, Colette Kaiser, Allen J. Hanslik, Garland R. Buchhorn, Barbara Speed, Arlon C. Zamzow,
Da Costa Lodge August birthday celebrants were recognized during the annual summer family social.
Kirby Lodge recognized
birthday celebrants, Isabella “Izzy” McQuatters, left,
Samantha Schulmeier Kelley at the September meeting.
La Vernia pioneers receive membership pins
LA VERNIA – La Vernia Lodge held membership pin presentations at the August meeting.
Vice President of Member Benefits Cecily Kelly and her husband John were in attendance.
Cecily presented a 50-year pin
to Walter Shedrock; 60-year pins to Sandra Flowers and M. Jeanne Palmer; a 70-year pin to Mildred Mihlaski; and a 75-year pin to Allen Mueller.
Pin recipients unable to attend were Sharon Wootan, Joey
La Vernia Lodge member Marlin Tanneberger received a certificate of achievement for his 50-years of service as a Hermann Sons Life sales agent. Vice President of Member Benefits Cecily Kelly presented the certificate during the August meeting.
Sandra Flowers, right, received her 60-year membership pin at the La Vernia Lodge August meeting from Vice President of Member Benefits Cecily Kelly.
Siemering
Wootan, Anthony Zigmond Jr., Susan Fewell, Lynette Gray and Ann Makris.
Cecily presented a certificate of achievement to Agent Marlin Tanneberger for 50 years of service as a Hermann Sons Life agent. He
has received many production awards as an agent and is a leader in the lodge and community.
A meal of chicken and beef fajitas with all the trimmings, desserts and drinks was served.
Thank you to Beth Brooks and
Vice President of Member Benefits Cecily
presented a 70-year membership pin to Mildred
during the La
plans holiday dinner
SAN ANTONIO – Siemering Lodge invites members to the annual holiday dinner on Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m. at the historic Hermann Sons Ballroom located at 525 S. St. Mary’s Street in San Antonio.
All San Antonio Hermann Sons Home Association (HSHA) representatives, lodge officers and any others who are interested are encouraged to attend this
festive evening of fellowship. To RSVP and for more information, please email: cksfrecords@gmail.com
Stay informed about all upcoming events at: SiemeringLodge.com
We look forward to celebrating the season with you!
In Freundschaft, Liebe und Treue.
– Reporter
Lodge August meeting.
her helpers for decorating the lodge and setting up tables and chairs and to all who cooked the food, provided desserts and drinks and those who helped put away the tables and chairs.
– Reporter
Benefits Cecily Kelly at the August meeting.
Vice President of Member Benefits Cecily Kelly, left, presented a 60-year membership pin to M.
at the La Vernia Lodge August meeting.
Harmonia Lodge will meet on Oct. 10
SAN ANTONIO – Harmonia Lodge will meet in the Home Association Ballroom on Oct. 10. The lodge will provide a traditional German sausage meal. Members are encouraged to bring a side or dessert to share. The Hermann Sons German Band will entertain.
Other San Antonio lodge officers are invited to attend.
Past presidents were honored
at the September meeting. Those in attendance were Albert Ranzau, Brad Dietrich, Rene Kraus, Matthew Kraus, Jake White, Ernie DeWinne, Mike Beam, Bill Richard and Mike Gumpp.
Birthday celebrant Emily Roberts was recognized. Anniversary celebrants were Ron and Emily Roberts, Mike Warneke and Stan Steiger.
The attendance-prize winners
were Michael Kraus and Mike Beam. Mike Warneke won the split-the-pot.
Everyone enjoyed a meal of spaghetti, meatballs, salad and sides.
Members interested in receiving the Harmonia Virtual Newsletter with more updates and more pictures should email: HSHarmonia01@yahoo.com.
– Reporter
La Vernia Lodge member Allen Mueller received his 75-year membership pin from Vice President of Member Benefits Cecily Kelly during the La Vernia Lodge meeting in August.
Kelly, left,
Mihalski
Vernia
Jeanne Palmer
La Vernia Lodge member Walter Shedrock received his 50-year membership pin from Vice President of Member
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