Statewide Bowling Tournament

Page 10 – Hermann Sons Life – September 2022 Members compete in annual bowling tournament

By SANDRA JONES Tournament Director

The 57th Annual Hermann Sons Life Statewide Bowling Tournament went out with a bang. We had three more teams this year than last. Thanks to everyone that worked so hard to make this happen. I know I said it over and over at the tournament, but ladies we have to get busy and recruit more lady bowlers. The men are putting us to shame in number of bowlers.

The opening ceremony included Vice President of Member Benefits Cecily Kelly presenting a check from the Home Office to Tournament President Janice Dueitt. We were honored to have past presidents of the tournament, Roy Dueitt and Roland Griffin, plus Janice Kuhen, past secretary, at the tournament. Roland and Janice participated in the tournament. Jean Dueitt returned to bowling this year and it was her 56th tournament!

This year, instead of having one person throw out the first ball, we chose to honor past board members who we lost this past year. Janice Howk threw out the first ball to honor husband and past board member Carl Howk. Pat Spradling threw a ball out to honor past board members David Kastner and Buster Schaffer. It was a special moment for the tournament and all the bowlers.

This year bowlers came from Austin, Dallas, Comfort, Fort Worth, Boerne, San Antonio, Fredericksburg, San Marcos, Burton, Bryan, Giddings, Cameron, Rockdale, Houston, Seguin, Schulenburg and LaGrange. We even had one man come from Ada, Okla. and one lady from LaGrange, Ga.

There was lots of excitement out on the lanes this year. History was made in the lady’s doubles competition with a tie for first place. Partners Karen Burns-Lane and Tricia Burns tied with Kecia Andries and Shannon Jones. Also, these four bowl team together.

High game and series for the ladies went to Kecia Andries with a 269 game and 685 series. Right behind her was Patty Thielepape with 247-581; 210-542 by Bernadette Friesenhahn; 210-515 by Beverly Kubala; 234-626 by Trisha Burns; 204-550 by Karen BurnsLane; 205-524 by Darlene Jones; and 200-505 by Nanette Wells.

Now the men must understand there was some great bowling, but I can’t take up a whole page and list all of you, so I’m going with the highest. High game and series go to Terry Fogarty for a 277 game and 711 series. Right behind him was Mike Faulkenbery 265-701. Other games and series were 269-634 by Vince Wos; 255663 by Dale Potter; 247-631 by Roland Griffin; 247-642 by John Gates; 247-642 by Stefan Ranney; 256-678 by Bart Wells; 264-665 by Aaron White; 247-673 by Robert Hodge; 244-624 by Kevin Schmid; 247-609 by Donnie Burns; 227654 by Michael Tofel; 224-664 by Trey Castor; 234-664 by Trey Castor; 234-631 by Scott Jones; 244630 by Jesse Castor; 232-639 by Terry McFarland; 224-649 by Chris Gorrell; and 238-630 by Rodney Ottmers.

Congrats to all these high scorers.

The tournament site for 2023 will be the Bandera Bowling Center, 6700 Huebner Road, in San Antonio. The dates will be July 29 and 30, so put this date on your calendar and make your plans to come bowl and have some fun. You might make history.

Janice Howk threw out the first ball to honor husband and past board member Carl Howk. Pat Spradling threw a ball out to honor past board members David Kastner and Buster Schaffer. Vice President of Member Benefits Cecily Kelly, right, presents a $1,500 check from the Home Office for the Prize Fund to Tournament President Janice Dueitt during the bowling tournament.

Tournament Director Sandra Jones welcomes bowlers to the 57th Annual Hermann Sons Life Statewide Bowling Tournament.

Harmonia Lodge will honor past presidents Sept. 8

SAN ANTONIO – Harmonia Lodge will honor past presidents at the next meeting, Sept. 8, in the Rathskeller. The lodge will provide spaghetti and members are asked to bring a side dish or dessert.

Vice-President Albert Ranzau, San Antonio Home Association Board representative, reminded members the annual general assembly meeting is Oct. 23 at 2:30 p.m. All are invited to attend.

At the August meeting, the lodge welcomed new member Thomas C. Halsell.

The lodge extended condolences for members who passed recently. They include Russell H. Dowlearn, died on June 8, 2022, at the age of 84, a member since 1961; James Carl Schul died on June 14, 2022, at the age of 70, a member since 1959; Virgil J. Braden died on June 17, 2022, at the age of 93, a member since 1956; Joseph Ray Ackerman Jr. died on July 5, 2022, at the age of 82, a member since 2003; Terry W. Reininger died on July 18, 2022, at the age of 64, a member since 1977; and Raymond A. Hengst died on July 25, 2022, at the age of 89, he was a member since 1953.

The officers held a meeting Aug. 4. The first reading to increase lodge dues was held. If approved, after third reading, the increase will go into effect in 2023.

Celebrating birthdays in August were Charles Kretzschmar, Ernie De Winnie and Michael Warneke.

Mike Beam announced his daughter Marla recently welcomed a new baby, Bennet.

Albert Ranzau brought fried chicken and members provided side dishes and desserts. There were approximately 19–21 members and guests present.

Attendance prize winners were Albert Ranzau and John Hoog, and the split-the-pot winner was Jennifer DeWinnie. She donated her winnings back for another drawing and Jake White won on the second draw. Harmonia Lodge trustee Jake White, right, accepts his splitthe-pot winnings from President Rene Kraus at the August meeting. Harmonia Lodge Secretary John Hoog, left, and Vice President Albert Ranzau, right, accept their attendance-prize winnings from President Rene Kraus at the August meeting.

September 2022 – Hermann Sons Life – Page 11 Pershing Lodge to hold memorial service Sept. 7

SAN ANTONIO – Pershing Lodge will meet Sept. 7 at 7 p.m. A memorial service will be held for members who have passed away since July 2021. The meal will be chicken strips, sides and cake. Members must RSVP for an accurate food count by calling the office at 210-227--3085.

At the August meeting, Vice President Alice Golla presented a 60-year membership pin to John Opiela.

Chaplain Tony Valek reported the passing of Wilford Allen Fey, Larry Paul Gorbet, Alicia J. Morris and Edward Schievelbein.

For Make a Difference Day in October, members will collect snacks and drinks for the Live Oak Fire Department. Items will be collected beginning in September.

Celebrating August birthdays were James Lay, Pat Plouch and Marilyn Hoster. All went home with a birthday prize.

Ron Plouch was not present to claim the $35 attendance prize drawing. Helen Alberthal won the split-the-pot drawing.

Celebrating August Birthdays at Pershing Lodge were, from left, James Lay, Marilyn Hoster and Pat Plouch.

– Reporter Pershing Lodge Vice President Alice Golla presents a 60-year membership to John Opiela.

Fredericksburg Lodge meets

Fredericksburg Lodge met for short socials and dinner in July and August. Members enjoyed hot dogs and hamburgers. Steven Weinheimer, left, celebrated a birthday in August. He and President Marissa Weinheimer’s grandson, Hunter Reed, led the pledge of allegiance.

Laubach Lodge to present pins

SEGUIN – Laubach Lodge will meet Sunday, Sept. 11, at 1 p.m. at Rocket Wings/Dixie Grill Restaurant in Seguin. The lodge will provide the meal. Membership pins will be presented. Pioneers are reminded to bring their pins with them for photos. All members are encouraged to attend.

In observance of Join Hands Day, members cleaned Lone Oak Cemetery.

– Reporter

Niederwald Lodge to meet Sept. 6

LOCKHART – Niederwald Lodge will meet Sept. 6. Members are asked to wear black in observance of MIA/POW Recognition Day.

At the last meeting, members were informed of new Hermann Sons Life President and CEO Robin Czarnek.

Members observed a moment of silence for the late Rodney Germer, a 75-year member.

Door prize winners were Joe Hennig and William Schuelle. – Reporter

Rosenberg-Richmond will meet Oct. 10

ROSENBERG – Rosenberg-Richmond Lodge will meet Oct. 10. Enchilada casserole will be provided, and members are asked to bring desserts.

Loyce Anderson and Margie Orsak served ice cream at the August meeting. There with 31 members and guests in attendance. Margaret Maynard gave the blessing.

Membership Coordinator Rosalie Byrd reported sympathy cards were sent to Lynette Atkins, Kurtis and Kim Tielke, Nancy and Adolph Beran, Eugene and Willie Mae Nesvadba and the family of Mildred Scott.

Get-well cards were sent to John Collis, Ivan Richter, Margie Krenek, Lynette Atkins and Joyce Lamensky.

Community Coordinator William Benton reported National Night Out is the second week of October, and the food drive will be on Nov. 29.

Games were played following the meeting.

– Loyce Anderson

Celebrating birthdays in July and August at Rosenberg-Richmond Lodge were Sharon Vyvial, Larry Vyvial, Margaret Maynard, Cathy Winsor, Barbie Benton, Shirley Pavlock and Annie Zak. LaVerne and Otto Tiemann of Rosenberg-Richmond Lodge celebrated an anniversary.

Cat Spring plans supper Vineta plans memorial

CAT SPRING – Cat Spring Lodge will meet Thursday, Sept. 8, at 6:30 p.m. at the Agricultural Hall.

The lodge will provide a baked potato supper. Members are asked to RSVP to Pat at 979-6273179 or Marsha at 979-877-4154.

At the June meeting, members enjoyed a sandwich supper with desserts, all provided by lodge members.

Marge Michaelis, Nathan Zanek and Marsha Nelson won door prizes.

SAN ANTONIO – Vineta Lodge will meet Oct 6. The lodge will furnish fried chicken and members are asked to bring a covered dish or dessert.

San Antonio Home Association representatives will be elected, and a memorial service will be held.

The lodge mourns the passing of Margaret Feerick, a member for 77 years, Posey Steitle, a member for 64 years, Kathleen Hempel, a member for 58 years, and Katherine Standish, a member for 53 years.

Members are encouraged to attend meetings. – Reporter

Page 12 – Hermann Sons Life – September 2022 Brenham Lodge plans dinner, dance for Sept. 30

BRENHAM – Brenham Lodge will hold a steak and sausage meal with a dance on Friday, Sept. 30. Music will be by Allison Crowson and her band. Doors open at 4 p.m. and music starts at 5 p.m. and continues through 9 p.m. The meal will be served at 7 p.m. Price is $ 20 per person for the meal and dance. Reservations are required. Call the lodge hall at 979-836-2053 beginning on Sunday, Sept. 25.

At the July meeting, members enjoyed a potluck meal and desserts. Three door prizes were awarded prior to the meeting.

Bingo is popular with many members and nonmembers in attendance. Cards go on sale at 6:15 p.m. and games start at 7 p.m. Twenty games are played and usually end by 9:45 p.m.

Members interested in helping should contact Lela Mae Goessler for more information.

To keep up to date with lodge events, visit the Hermann Sons Life website and search Brenham Lodge.

Agent Gary Falkenberg reported the Hermann Sons Life product line will soon be updated and more insurance products will be available.

Brenham Lodge helpers are pictured during the drive-thru meal held on June 12.

– Reporter

Brenham Lodge members celebrating June birthdays were, from left, William Blakemore, Gloria Hanath and Ben Meyer. Celebrating July birthdays at Brenham Lodge were, from left, Gilbers Spinn, Kevin Ullrich and Ora Nell Kuretsch. June anniversary celebrants at Brenham Lodge were, from left, William and Sheryl Blakemore 55 years, and Evelyn and Aubrey Harmel, 63 years.

Brenham Lodge July anniversary celebrants were, from left, Bill and Shirley Rowan, 17 years and Betty and Waldemar Schramm, 52 years.

Schulenburg to meet Nov. 9

SCHULENBURG – Schulenburg Lodge will meet Wednesday, Nov. 9, at Oakridge Restaurant. Refreshments will be served at 5:30 p.m. and the meal at 6 p.m.

The lodge welcomed new member Sykla Terese Crenshaw at the August meeting.

Special guest was Ellie Fike, recipient of the $500 lodge scholarship. She plans to go to Texas A & M, study biology and pursue a career as an orthodontic doctor.

Agent Mary Seifert reported Camp is now over, the new President and CEO is Robin Czarnek and Medicare supplements will be sold in the future.

A sympathy card was sent to the family of Cleo Wenske.

Arline Ulrich reported a birthday gift was given to Nathan Loth who is a nursing home resident. Josephine Klesel will receive a birthday gift on Sept. 5.

A memorial donation was received in memory of James Rother by Leroy and Mary Schroeder.

Mary Schroeder reported get well-cards were sent to Alton and Verdell Hafer, Verdean Schilhab, Grace Baylor, Lucille Strickland and Billie Rightmer.

A sympathy card was sent to the family of James Rother and a thinking of you card was sent to Nathan Loth. Jennifer Moeller thanked the lodge for her mother, Grace Baylor’s card. Curtis Baca thanked the lodge for his get-well card and Secretary Junette Rodecap read a thank you letter from the Schulenburg Area Food Pantry.

Rodney Kalich, treasurer of the Freiburg Cemetery formerly known as Hermann Sons Cemetery, received a U.S. Flag to be flown at the cemetery. Schulenburg Lodge Secretary Junette Rodecap and President Ed Moeller, left, presented a U.S. flag to Rodney Kalich to fly at the Freiburg Cemetery (formerly Hermann Sons Cemetery).

Schulenburg Lodge pioneers received 50-year membership pins at the August meeting. They are, from left, Delores Michalke, seated, Rodney Michalke and Bill Michalke who accepted the pin on behalf of Rachelle Ellsworth.

Members of the Schulenburg Lodge Scholarship Committee presented the lodge scholarship at the August meeting. Pictured are, from left, Chelsea Moeller, recipient Ellie Fike, Mary K. Seifert and Junette Rodecap.

Adam Dobbs receives a gift from Spring Branch Lodge President Sharon Knibbe for sharing his experiences and photos from Camp at the July meeting.

Director Stan Steiger, left, presented a 60-year membership pin to Benard Bosco at the July meeting of Spring Branch Lodge. Spring Branch presents pioneer pins

BULVERDE – Spring Branch Lodge will meet Sunday, Sept. 18, at 2:30 p.m. at the Bulverde Community Center.

Director Stan Steiger and his wife, Karen, were guests at the July meeting. Stan presented 60year membership pins to Susie Kuebel and Benard Bosco.

The lodge welcomed a new junior member. A thank-you letter was received from the San Marcos Youth Council for the Join Hands Day donation.

The lodge will host the combined Prinz Solms Lodge/Spring Branch Lodge Christmas Party this year. Darrel Woody will play Santa. His dad, Bill Woody, was the Santa for many years. Bill will be missed but would be pleased to know that Darrel has agreed to be Santa.

Adam Dobbs, 14, gave a report on his experiences at Camp this year. He shared a journal and photos of his week at Camp.

Birthday celebrants recognized were Gloria Gass, Adam Hobbs, Alverne Halleran and Avery Johnson.

Attendance-prize winners were Susie Kuebel, Neva Bosco, Maureen Johnson, Norman Kuebel, Alverne Halleran, Phyllis Havens, Avery Johnson, Ed Geffken, Gloria Gass, Amanda Woody, Kay Geffken and Jane Wanke.

Members enjoyed a barbecue meal provided by Chuck and Sharon Knibbe.

– Jane Wanke

Cameron Lodge members celebrating birthdays were Shirlynn Buck, Alyssa Gann and Charles Ehler. Cameron Lodge recognized newlyweds Charles and Aimee Ehler at the June meeting.

Cameron meets Sept. 20 at Dairy Queen

CAMERON – Cameron Lodge will meet Sept. 20 at the Dairy Queen.

Members met at the Cameron Junior Livestock Building in June for a fish fry with all the trimmings prepared by David and Charles Ehler.

Douglas Buck gave a report on the Convention Assembly held in May.

The lodge voted to pay the entry fee for Nanette Wells to participate in the Hermann Sons Life Statewide Bowling Tournament.

Members recognized newlyweds Charles and Aimee Ehler.

Celebrating birthdays were Shirlynn Buck, Alyssa Gann and Charles Ehler. Director Stan Steiger, left, presented a 60-year membership pin to Susie Kuebel at the July meeting of Spring Branch Lodge.

Birthday celebrants were recognized at the July meeting of Spring Branch Lodge. Pictured are, from left, Adam Dobbs, Alverne Halleran, Gloria Gass, Avery Johnson and President Sharon Knibbe.

Dallas pioneer receives pin

DALLAS – Dallas Lodge will meet at 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25, at the hall. Food and drinks will be provided.

The July meeting was cancelled.

Congratulations to John Lacoke lI who has received his 70-year membership pin. He has been a member since Aug. 26,1952, and is a Dallas resident.

It was reported the Home Association is working on eliminating property taxes and the hall’s non-profit status. Happy Birthday wishes go out to those who will celebrate this month.

Members are encouraged to attend meeting and events and to serve as officers.

Hondo Victory meets Sept. 13

HONDO – Hondo Victory Lodge has announced meetings are now held quarterly. The next meeting is Sept. 13 at the lodge hall at 6 p.m. Plans for the Christmas party on Dec. 13 will be finalized, and the election of officers for 2023 will be held. Following the meeting, members will join Hondo Lodge for the annual joint social and dinner at 7 p.m.

In observance of Join Hands Day, the lodge joined with Dunlay Lodge to collect food donations for the Medina County Food Pantry.

In June, members met at El Restaurante Azteca. After the meal, delegates reported on the Convention Assembly held in San Marcos.

The Graduate Cash Award winner was Kallie Brucks. She will attend Northwest Vista college in the fall.

CIBOLO – Cibolo Lodge will meet Sept. 1 at 7 p.m. The annual memorial service will be held, and a pot roast meal is planned.

The lodge will hold a rummage sale fund-raiser to benefit the local Quilts of Valor, an organization that makes quilts for veterans. It will be held Saturday, Sept. 17, at the Christ the King Lutheran Church parking lot beginning at 8 a.m. This is the lodge’s matching funds event for the year.

There will be many household items. Rummage sale flyers have been printed and will be distributed throughout the area.

For more information on Quilts of Valor go to their website: qovf.org. Its mission is to cover service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing quilts. They are always looking for volunteers to sew squares, cut material and more. No experience is needed.

The lodge welcomes new junior members Sophia Wren Salazar, Kevin Matthew Maycock, Mason Lee Gallardo and McKenzie Rose Sigmon

The lodge celebrated Flag Day on June 14 with a ceremony held at Cibolo City Hall. Vice President Sherry Rakowitz served as emcee. Councilman Victor Osorio led an opening prayer followed by the pledge of allegiance and national anthem led by 7-year-old Maezey Bierstedt. Police Chief Brian Higgins explained the meaning behind the American Flag, Dawn Bierstedt read a poem and Joy Brown concluded the ceremony by honoring veterans.

On July 20, the biannual officers meeting was held at GG’s Restaurant in Marion. Officers discussed upcoming events including the rummage sale and the Christmas party.

Celebrating birthdays in July were Sherry Rakowitz, Maezey Bierstedt, Jerry Rakowitz and John Gray. Fay and John Fey recently celebrated their 63rd anniversary.

Several games of bingo followed the August meeting. – Tracy Campos

Celebrating July birthdays at Cibolo Lodge were, from left, Jerry Rakowitz, Maezey Bierstedt, Sherry Rakowitz and John Gray. Cibolo Lodge held a Flag Day ceremony in June. Vice President Sherry Rakowitz, left, served as emcee and Maezey Bierstedt led the pledge of allegiance and the national anthem Cibolo Lodge observed Flag Day on June 14. Dawn Bierstedt, left, read a poem during the ceremony. She is pictured with Vice President Sherry Rakowitz.

Cibolo Lodge members Fay and John Fey celebrated their 63rd anniversary in July.

Corpus Christi enjoys game

Corpus Christi Lodge held it’s summer party Aug. 5, at Whataburger Field and watched the Corpus Christi Hooks play the Springfield Cardinals. Members enjoyed a Mexican meal, and the evening ended with a fireworks show. Vice President of Operations and COO Samantha Schulmeier Kelley and husband Jonathan, above, attended the event. Juniors enjoyed meeting the mascot and (right) Kamberlie Bainbridge, left, and Alivia Tamez, were in the spirit of the game.

Birthday celebrants recognized Columbus Lodge holds August meeting

COLUMBUS – Columbus Lodge met Aug. 8 at Schobel’s Restaurant.

Elsie Kahlden reported sending a get-well card to Carolyn Poenitzsch.

Members celebrating birthdays in July were Herman Brune, Helen Hammack, Nora Lou Peeler, Paige Sebesta, Juan Sanchez, Anne Dimas and Lynn Buxkamper. August birthday celebrants were Nicholas Leopold, Carolyn Renz, Constance Sebesta, Christopher Wienken, Alex Fritsch, Ryan Peters, Henry Smahlik, Dawnah Pina, Jessica Dimas, Stephen Ashorn and Kevin Lilie.

Anniversary celebrants in August were Adrian and Virginia Fritsch, 66 years, and Bill and Rhanda Lattimore, 37 years.

Finance Committee members Elsie Kahlden and Virginia Fritsch checked the books and found them in order.

Following the meeting, everyone enjoyed a meal of their choice.

Kypfer-Salge Lodge welcomes eight new juniors

CLEAR SPRINGS – Kypfer-Salge Lodge will meet Sept. 2. A Mexican meal will be served. Molly Koepp will bring rice, Nelrose Koepp, beef enchiladas, Darlene Preiss, cheese enchiladas and Charlie and Tammy Seiter, tamales. Members are asked to bring a side dish, salad or dessert.

At the August meeting, the lodge welcomed eight new junior members. They are Kennedy Leigh Novosad, Scarlett Quinn Novosad, Olivia Grace Burnett, Caroline Hope Burnett, Lawson Cole Burnett, Amelia Rose Novosad, Elliot M. Lettko and Sylvan R. Lettko.

In her Cheer Committee report, Nelrose Koepp said getwell cards were sent to Darline Preiss and Charlie Seiter. A moment of silence was observed for Barbara Pizel, Molly Koepp’s mother. Let Nelrose know of any members who are ill or have passed.

Dennis Koepp reported on lodge improvements including the replacement of the kitchen floor, kitchen wall repair, removal of the outside door, plumbing including the replacement of the hot water heater and electrical work. Door locks, hinges, a/c thermostats and fire extinguishers were replaced, and new laminate was placed on the kitchen tabletop. Dennis and Kery Noble helped with repairs. More repairs are planned.

Kery Noble celebrated a birthday in August.

Attendance-prize winners were Kathy Noble, Molly Koepp, Merry Brinkkoeter, Nelrose Koepp and Chester Jenke. – Darline Preiss

Helotes will meet Sept. 13

HELOTES – Helotes Lodge will meet Sept. 13 at 7 p.m. A hot meal will be provided, and cash door prizes will be drawn. – Reporter

Louise Schuetze meets Sept. 12

SAN ANTONIO – Louise Schuetze Lodge will meet Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. in the Rathskeller.

Food will be ordered for the meeting. RSVP to Secretary/Treasurer Janet Abell at 210-363-4022 by Sept. 8. The August meeting was cancelled.

– Reporter

Hondo lodges will hold social

HONDO – Hondo and Hondo Victory lodges will host a family social on Sept. 13 at the Hermann Sons Hall in Hondo, 255 N. State Hwy. 173. The meal will be held at 6 p.m. and the meeting will follow at 7 p.m. Membership pins will be presented. – Jerome Bendele

POTH – Poth Lodge welcomed new member Hensley LaVonne Dragon and James Lowak was installed as new vice president at the August meeting.

Members observed a moment of silence for deceased member Delbert W. Frieda.

Gladys Elaine Rowley has transferred to Jourdanton Lodge.

An update was given on lodge maintenance projects including the painting of the outside of the building. Walter Custinger is supervising the projects.

Door prize winners were Cloe Bostick and Virginia Maha. The kitty prize names drawn were Carolyn J. Kroll, Doris Moczygemba and Ronald W. Eckel, but they were not in attendance, so the prize increased for next time.

Following the meeting, members enjoyed a meal of Frito chili pie and Mississippi mud cake and played bingo. – Reporter

Round Top Lodge to hold country store fund-raiser

ROUND TOP – Round Top Lodge was scheduled to meet Aug. 25 for dinner and a meeting.

The lodge will hold a country store at the Ledbetter Volunteer Fire Department’s event on Oct. 8 as its fund-raiser for the year. Members are asked to contribute canned vegetables, pickles, jellies, homemade bread, eggs, plants, pumpkins and any homemade craft.

At the July meeting, members welcomed guests Earl Frenske and Barnell Albers.

Agent Linda Mattocks announced the appointment of new President and CEO Robin Czarnek. She also reported a Continuing Education workshop for agents was set for Sept. 8-10, there are new agents in north and northwest Texas, the Home Office is working on advanced technology for agents and customers and a new Medicare product is being considered.

Get-well wishes went out to Jo Ann Ullrich and Melanie Rauch.

Happy Birthday wishes were sung to July celebrant LaVerne Albers.

The attendance-prize winners were Mert Meinkowsky, Betty Porter, Earl Fenske, Leonard Meinkowsky and Bob Porter.

Members enjoyed fellowship and a brunch of sandwiches, chips, veggies and desserts. – Reporter

Poth installs Lowak as vice president

Next meeting Sept. 11 Fort Worth members play in tourney

FORT WORTH – Fort Worth Lodge will meet Sept. 11. For more details, contact Sandra Jones at 817-781-7155. Make a Difference Day projects, and the Christmas party will be discussed.

Summer has come to an end, and it is time for students to return to school. We hope everyone had a great summer and all the junior members who attended Camp had a great time.

Many lodge members/bowlers participated in the 57th Hermann Sons Life State Bowling Tournament and many made it on the unofficial winners list. Way to go!

The lodge had several members who bowled in the tournament for the first time. Hope to see them return next year in San Antonio.

Bowlers had a good time around the pool as usual with fellow members from Dallas, Comfort, LaGrange and Giddings.

Happy 22nd anniversary wishes go out to Kerry and Cathy Freeman.

Happy Birthday wishes go out to Chris Andries, Kecia Andries, Robert Balmos, Patty Parrish, Sean Donohue, Kerry Freeman, Janie Nichols, Jessica Hanna, Darlene Jones, Sandra Jones, Shannon Jones, Zachary Kime, Preston Lewallen, Yvonne Morris, Gloria Neider, Richard Neider, Lance Voss, Annika Wagner, Mark Wagner and Scott Wagner.

– Sandra Jones

Austin Lodge welcomes new members

AUSTIN – Austin Lodge will hold its next meeting on Sunday, Sept. 1.

At the August meeting, the lodge welcomed new members Tye M. Lester, Braxton C. Lester, Levi D. Haley, Emarie G. Yelverton and transfer member Susan Lara from Fredericksburg Lodge.

President Kurtz read a thank you letter from the San Marcos Youth Council for the lodge’s Join Hands Day donation.

The Cheer Committee reported Jim Spradling is home recovering.

Lodge members who helped with the Statewide Bowling Tournament held in Georgetown were recognized, and a letter was read from Tournament Director Sandra Jones thanking the lodge. Harvey Koerner, Betty Kurtz, Jim Reed and Gay Stark received gifts of appreciation.

Happy Birthday was sung to Joella Koerner and Ed Kurtz.

Members enjoyed hot dogs and chili furnished by the lodge.

Members furnished chips, dips and desserts.

Page 16 – Hermann Sons Life – September 2022 New Braunfels congratulates Czarnek

NEW BRAUNFELS – New Braunfels Lodge President Tommy Daum introduced and congratulated lodge member Robin Czarnek as the newly appointed Hermann Sons Life President and CEO at the August meeting.

The lodge welcomed 16 new members and one transfer member.

A thank you note from Project Graduation for the monetary donation was read.

Happy Birthday was sung to members who celebrated birthdays in July and August. Tommy and Ceretta Daum celebrated 52 years of marriage.

Attendance prizes winners were Sharon Suchy, Rennie and Sandra Guenther, Debbie Vetter, Dorothy Schneider, Jo Heideman, Virginia Vetter, Leola Stolte, Michael and Shirley Huebinger, Phillip and Janice Neff.

Tommy Daum hosted a chicken tender supper served after games and refreshments.

Robin and Dave Czarnek will host the September meeting. Meat will be furnished, and members are asked to bring sides and or desserts. – Reporter Celebrating birthdays in July and August at New Braunfels Lodge were, back, from left, Delbert Tannenberger, Sandy Guenther, Michael Huebinger, front, left, Joelene Meruret, Virginia Vetter, Violet Tannenberger and Connie Krause. New Braunfels Lodge congratulated new President and CEO Robin Czarnek, right, at the August meeting. Violet Tannenberger presents a congratulatory card to Robin, a member of the lodge.

Houston Lodge welcomes new member

HOUSTON – Houston Lodge will meet at Don Jose’s Restaurant, 5305 Antoine Drive, on Monday, Sept. 12.

At the July meeting held at Golden Corral, the lodge welcomed new member William Jerome Dodson.

Agent Gary Falkenberg reported the Home Office is considering selling a Medicare supplement.

Lavina Patterson reported she sent a sympathy card to Judy Muske for her mother’s passing and get-well wishes to Reuben Heldberg and Jack Manchack.

Members interested in property at Sokol Hall put their names beside items they were interested in keeping. The lodge will continue to hold meetings at restaurants until January 2023 until other arrangements are made.

Donations were made to the Camp Scholarship Fund for 20 deceased members. Their names were printed in the Hermann Sons Life newspaper.

In October, the lodge will donate $200 to the Houston Food Bank for Join Hands Day and Make a Difference Day. Happy Birthday was sung to Sheila Lee for her July birthday. Winners in the monthly attendance drawing were J. R. Coleman, Karole Coleman, Reuben Heldberg, Samantha Thomason and James Ellison.

For meeting details or any lodge questions, call or text Catherine at 832-443-0469. – Catherine Manchack

Hochheim-Prairie Lodge will meet Oct. 2

HOCHHEIM-PRAIRIE – Hochheim Prairie Lodge welcomed three new members at the August meeting. They are Clare and Alaina Hailey and Ainsley Flessner. There will be no meeting in September. The next meeting is Oct. 2.

Roberta Wenzel reported sending sympathy cards to the families of Anita Hagens and Luella Dvorak. Carolyn Hoepfl read condolences from several of the deceased members’ families.

A moment of silence was observed.

Anniversary honorees were Charlie and Carolyn Hoepfl who recently celebrated 50 years.

Carol Jungman was the attendance-prize winner.

Hochheim-Prairie Lodge member Trey Lawrence graduated from St. Joseph High School and will attend Baylor University in the fall. He attended four years of Camp. Trey was an Eagle Scout and active in his Boy Scout troop. He was a member of the football, soccer and baseball teams and active in the student ministry on campus as well as at his church, Our Lady of Victory. He will be studying mechanical engineering. He is the son of Roger and Lori Lawrence. – Reporter Donald and Barbara D’Spain were recognized at the Boerne Lodge meeting. They celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary in August. Boerne Lodge meets Sept. 2

BOERNE – Boerne Lodge will meet at noon on Friday, Sept. 2, at Kronkosky Place.

Marilyn Vogt read correspondence at the August meeting. The Home Office thanked the lodge for the memorial to the Retirement Home in honor of Burke Hannibal; the Home Office and the Greater San Marcos Youth Council Board of Directors thanked the lodge for participating in the Join Hands Day project in May and a thank-you card from Jaylynn Chancellor was read for the $500 scholarship she received.

The lodge voted to donate $20 to the Hermann Sons Life Youth Camp in memory of Emily Zinsmeister.

Members were asked to suggest nominees for the 2022 Humanitarian of the Year Award.

Happy birthday wishes were extended to August celebrants Esther Faecher, Don D’Spain and Annette Bourgeouis.

Congratulations to Donald and Barbara D’Spain who celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary on Aug. 5.

Get-well wishes were sent to Esther Faecher.

Max “Bud” Schwarz was the winner of the August door prize.

Mission-Alamo welcomes new members

SAN ANTONIO – MissionAlamo Lodge will meet Sept. 28. The August meeting was scheduled for Aug. 24.

The election of officers will be held at the meeting on Oct. 26. Members can wear costumes in celebration of Halloween.

New members were welcomed at the July meeting. They were Ian Dean Richardson, Beckett Conlee Richardson, Larry Todd Mays and Everette Gene Morales.

New members welcomed at the June meeting were Emma Hernandez, Barric Peerce Walter, Mason James Walter, Autumn Rose Allee, Steven Luke Armstrong, Cooper Dallas Armstrong and Mattie Gail Armstrong.

The lodge mourns the passing of member Lillian Kilian. – Reporter Mothers celebrating Mother’s Day at Mission-Alamo Lodge were, from left, Denise Wright, Joyce Kneupper, Dianne Larned, Diane Cline and Carol Swan.

Celebrating Father’s Day at the Mission-Alamo Lodge June meeting were, from left, J.R. Kneupper and Jack Larned. Mission-Alamo Lodge members Joyce and J.R. Kneupper celebrated an anniversary in June. Wearing red, white and blue at the July meeting of Mission-Alamo Lodge were, from left, Bernice Vogel, Lillie Mae Dienger, Diane Cline, Joyce Kneupper, Dorothy Breezee, Lauren Pike, Hayden Pike, Avery Pike, Lauryn Pike, J.R. Kneupper, and Carol Swan.

Mission-Alamo Lodge recognized Diane Cline, left, who celebrated a birthday in June. Joyce Kneupper presents her gift. July birthday celebrant at Mission-Alamo Lodge Lauren Pike, left, receives a gift from Diane Cline.

Birthday celebrants Gene Kellner, left, and Judy Rodriguez were recognized at the August meeting of Anton Wenzel Lodge. They are pictured with Vice President Larry Burns. Anton Wenzel meets Sept. 6

SAN ANTONIO – Anton Wenzel Lodge extends an invitation to all adult and junior members to attend meetings. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of every month. The next meeting is Sept. 6 at 7 p.m. at the San Antonio Home Association building. Fried chicken will be provided, and members are asked to bring a covered dish or dessert.

Plans are underway for the lodge’s 125th anniversary celebration on Oct. 4.

Birthday celebrants Gene Kellner and Judy Rodriguez were recognized at the August meeting.

Rutersville lodge presents pioneer pins

RUTERSVILLE – Rutersville Lodge has scheduled the next meeting for Sept. 7

In July, the lodge held its annual fish fry and Director David Noak presented membership pins. Recipients were 60-year members Lucille Koehl, Marilyn Wagner and Dorothy Keilers. Delores Bayer received a 50-year pin.

Members enjoyed fellowship and a meal of fried fish, fries, hush puppies, pinto beans and cole slaw. The event also included a silent auction.

In August, birthday celebrant David Noak was recognized.

Members enjoyed chili dogs along with sides and desserts.

Door prizes winners were Ricky Kuhn, Hunter Valenzuela, Lynda Wheeler, Sherry Noak, and Larry Shimek.

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Page 18 – Hermann Sons Life – September 2022 Kirby plans River Walk excursion in October

KIRBY – Kirby Lodge will meet Monday, Oct. 3, at 7 p.m. A main dish will be provided, and members are asked to bring sides and dessert. There will not be a September meeting.

The lodge is planning an excursion to the San Antonio River Walk one Saturday in October. The exact date has not been finalized. There will be a bus or van to pick up members around 10 a.m. on that Saturday. A barge will be rented just for the members, and lunch will follow at a nearby restaurant. There will be no charge for members. Guests who are nonmembers will be charged $20. The barge holds up to 40 people. Those interested in participating should contact Tammy Haecker at 210-601-6802. The following meetings for 2023 have been changed to Sunday afternoons: July 9, 2023, at 2 p.m., Sept. 10, 2023, at 2 p.m., and Dec. 10, 2023, at 1 p.m. It is hoped the change will allow members who are unable to attend night meetings to attend these day meetings.

The $500 lodge scholarship was awarded to Kylie McQuatters.

President Carroll Gloor read a thank-you note from B.J. Voight for the Texas flags the lodge purchased for different locations in Kirby.

The Lodge received a certificate from the Home Office for its Join Hands Day Project.

Candace Scheibe asked members of the lodge to think about participating in the Home Office bowling league. New members are needed in order for bowlers to qualify for the Hermann Sons Life Annual Statewide Bowling Tournament. It will be held in San Antonio in 2023.

Condolences were extended to member Donna Walker who has lost her grandson and to Lillian Cutzer who lost her brother. Happy Birthday wishes went out to Linda Lambrecht and Carol McQuatters, July celebrants, and to Bob Scheele and James McQuatters, August celebrants.

Happy anniversary wishes went out to Carroll and Linda Gloor who recently celebrated 43 years.

Tammy Haecker won the May attendance prize of $30. The split-the-pot winners were Carroll Gloor, Julie Lyssy, who won twice, Lillian Brietze and Carol McQuatters. Door prize winners were Julie Lyssy, Carol McQuatters and Andra Fore.

Remember to let others know about Hermann Sons Life. The lodge’s membership goal this year is 15 new members. – Andra Fore Kirby Lodge awarded a $500 scholarship to Kylie McQuatters.

Prinz Solms Lodge meets Sept. 14

BULVERDE – Prinz Solms Lodge will meet Sunday, Sept. 14, at 5 p.m. at the Bulverde Community Center.

At the August meeting, Agent John Moore introduced himself and talked briefly about insurance products.

President Cliff Klabunde reminded members dance registration has started. Anyone who knows a child 3–17 years old should let them know about Hermann Sons Life Schools of Dance and send them to an agent.

Youth Coordinator Audrey Klabunde announced the lodge scholarship was awarded to Adeline Pfeiffer. Adeline will attend Blinn College.

Thirteen members enjoyed the dinner theater presentation of “Driving Miss Daisy.”

Junior member Caroline Gourley donated hygiene kits to the St. Mark the Evangelist Traveling Loaves and Fishes Ministry.

Jason Schmidt and Kevin Schmidt represented Prinz Solms in the Hermann Sons Life Statewide Bowling Tournament and won first place.

Members enjoyed fellowship and bingo. Prinz Solms Lodge junior member Caroline Gourley, right, presents hygiene kits to Traveling Loaves and Fishes Ministry, an organization that provides food and clothing to those in need.

Prinz Solms Lodge members Jason Schmidt and Kevin Schmidt were first place winners in the Hermann Sons Life Statewide Bowling Tournament. Celebrating August birthdays at San Marcos Lodge were Bruce Moreau, Shirley Faske, Janet Magin and Joy Schulz.

San Marcos Lodge to meet Sept. 12

Benhard and Shirley Faske of San Marcos Lodge celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary in August. The lodge will meet Sept. 12 at 6:30 p.m. An email will be sent with location information. A Nominating Committee for the 2023 officers will be selected and the calendar of events for the year will be discussed. Make plans to attend this important meeting.