Marguerite (Haisler) Kasik of Lodge 54, West attains Grand Age of 96

SPJST congratulates Sister Marguerite (Haisler) Kasik who celebrated her 96th birthday on March 14, 2023.

Sister Kasik now receives all SPJST benefits with no further dues or assessments.

Marguerite was born in Burleson County, Texas, on March 14, 1927, to William and Rosalie (Zalmanek) Haisler. Her siblings include Norman Haisler, Nelson Haisler, and William Haisler (all deceased). Her sister-inlaw is Rosemary Haisler.

Marguerite married John Kasik, Sr. in Caldwell Brethren Church on December 26, 1948. The couple was blessed with children Sylvia (Kasik) Niemeyer (Nina); John Kasik, Jr. (Mona); Cynthia (Kasik) Cochburn; and Teresa (Kasik) Orr; 14 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and 10 great-great-grandchildren.

Marguerite is a retired seamstress and farmer’s wife. She still wears many hats - mom, grandmother, greatgrandmother, and great-great-grandmother!

She enjoys quilting, polkatime, television game shows, word searches, and watching Perry Mason ior Historians and a letter from SPJST Controller Roy Vajdak in reference to the Lodge Enhanced Premium Refund for 2022.

Mary Lou Mynar reported Ronnie Kaluza and Marcela Vaculik audited the books, and all was in order. Wilburn Willis made a motion to accept the audit report, seconded by Janice Kaluza. Motion passed.

Terry Sefcik made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by JoAnn Matus. The prayer was led by Janice Kaluza in English and Marcela Vaculik in Czech. A cake was brought for the birthdays since the last meeting which were Freddie Kaluza, Mary Lou Mynar, Herman Matus, Marvin Cepak, John Engelke, and Wilburn Willis. Door prizes of $20 each were awarded to Marcela Vaculik and JayDean Willis. We all enjoyed food and fellowship together before the meeting.

Marguerite has been a part of donating more than 2,000 quilts to Waco hospitals, Brookhaven Boys Ranch, Homeless CPS, and making patriotic quilts for veterans and volunteer fire departments in the area.

Again, we congratulate Sister Marguerite Kasik on attaining the Grand Age of 96. Thank you, Sister Kasik, for your longtime membership in SPJST. Heartfelt wishes for good health and happiness.

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Next Meeting—June 2

The next meeting will be at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 2 at St. Joseph Hall.

Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in him. —1 John 4:16

Fraternally, Janice Kaluza, Reporter —SPJST—

Lodge 67, Schulenburg members gathering for meeting, meal

Members of Lodge 67, Schulenburg held their quarterly meeting on Thursday, May 4, 2023, at Pete’s Café in Schulenburg. A tasty meal was enjoyed by all, followed by a business meeting. Members attending were Officers Ernest and Mary Ann Kutac and Adrienne Kobza, guests Arline and Elmer Ulrich and Vanessa Kutac.

Adrienne Kobza Vice President/Treasurer —SPJST—

Lodge 80, Holland honors 75-year member

Dear Members and Friends, Lodge 80, Holland held its bimonthly meeting on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at The Hall on 2268 honoring the ladies for Mother’s Day with a chicken fried steak and trimmings dinner catered by Oscar Store.

President Rita Spinn called the meeting to order and led the Pledge of the Allegiance and prayer. Afterward, everyone enjoyed the delicious meal before the meeting continued.

Secretary Linda Hill’s and Treasurer Joyce Martinets’ printed minutes and treasury report were approved by the membership after a motion by Connie Horak, seconded by Shirley Liles, to accept both reports.

Thanks were received from the Leonard Janke family for the donation to St. John Lutheran Church; SPJST Home Office for donations from the lodge to the 100 Pennies Scholarship Fund Drive in remembrance of members Remke and Vanicek; and Holland ISD for a scholarship donation.

New members David Patterson and Riley May Voight were accepted by the membership on a motion by Michelle Taylor, seconded by Lewis “Buddy” Wald.

District Two Director Jesse Pospisil and wife Linda joined us with Jesse giving an update on upcoming events.

Joe Liles made a motion, seconded by Connie Horak, to help sponsor a function by St. Stephen Catholic Church of Salado from the bingo account.

Monica McDougall moved to purchase a new bingo machine with two installment payments. The motion, seconded by Victoria Zajicek, passed.

Michelle Taylor moved to sponsor a Mother’s Day dance at The Hall on 2268 with all ladies in attendance receiving free admission; seconded by Lewis “Buddy” Wald. Motion passed.

President Spinn recognized Jewel Wolf as the senior mother in attendance with a special gift. It was wonderful to see Jewel at the meeting.

Our 75-year member Eugene Pavlat and wife Charlene were in attendance with Eugene speaking about things he helped his dad with in his young days at the lodge. It was great to see you both at the meeting.

The lodge held Cinco de Mayo bingo the first Thursday night of May and will have Mother’s Day bingo this week with special gifts to all in attendance.

Those in attendance celebrating birthdays were Jewel Wolf, Janie Luna, Delvin Tschoerner, Silveria Tschoerner, Joyce Martinets, and Bethany Zajicek.

Anniversary celebrants were Jim and Monica McDougall, Scott and Michelle Taylor, and Delvin and Silveria Tschoerner.

Door prizes were donated by Monica McDougall, Joyce Martinets, Joe Liles, Silveria Tschoerner, Rita Spinn, and Jesse and Linda Pospisil. Thomas and Bethany Zajicek drew out all the

Lodge 80, Holland members support KC event in Salado

Lodge 81, Needville presents summertime Family Trivia Nights

Tease your brain, have good family fun, and win cash prizes this summer at SPJST Lodge 81, Needville Hall! Lodge 81 presents Family Trivia Nights on Wednesday, May 24; Wednesday, June 28; and Wednesday, July 27.

Grab dinner at the food truck. Eat inside while you play or watch. Drinks and snacks will be on sale inside the hall. Cost is $25 per team - six players max - school-age children count (preK and under are free of charge).

Come on out for a fun, family time! Fraternally, Kristen Jones —SPJST— winners.

Motion by Connie Horak, seconded by Janie Luna, for adjournment passed.

Next Meeting—July 11

The next meeting is Tuesday, July 11. Fraternally, Frank Pajestka, Jr. Vice President/FAC —SPJST—

Lodge 81, Needville to join hands with groups to prepare lunch for seniors

Lodge 81, Needville will join hands with Catholic Life Insurance, Woodmen of the World, KJZT, KJZT Juniors, St. Michael’s Altar Society, Girl Scouts, and Knights of Columbus on Friday,

Scenes from Lodge 54, West Meeting and Social

Friday, March 3, 2023

St. Joseph Hall in West

Submitted by Janice Kaluza, Secretary

Monday, May 22, 2023

June 30, 2023, to prepare and serve a hamburger lunch to seniors at Senior Site at Immanuel Church in Needville, Texas. All seniors are invited to attend. Come early to play dominoes and bingo.

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Lodge 88, Houston dances off to successful start in 2023

Dances are off to a successful start at SPJST Lodge 88, Houston in 2023. So far, more than 2,000 people have visited Lodge 88 from near and far to hear live music and gather with friends. Our most recent dance was attended by 600 guests and featured country/western music from the Telstars. We are grateful for the support we have received thus far, and hope to see y’all at future dances. Check out lodge88.org for our 2023 schedule, and make plans to join us at these upcoming dances:

Sunday, June 4

Czechaholics and Mark Halata and Texavia

1 to 6 p.m.

Saturday, June 24 Yelba’s Variety Band

7:30 to 11 p.m.

Friday, July 14 Fab 5

8 to 11:30 p.m.

Sunday, August 27 Chris Rybak

2 to 6 p.m.

Fraternally, Mary Hoffman Entertainment Chair —SPJST—

Lodge 88, Houston Homecoming/Splashday set for June 4

Come home to Lodge 88! It’s Homecoming/Splashday on Sunday, June 4, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The day’s schedule is:

11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Czech Orchestra performance

11 to 11:45 a.m.

Free dance lesson

12 to 2 p.m.

Lunch

1 to 6 p.m.

Battle Dance inside with the Czechaholics and Mark Halata and Texavia

Pool will be open to members. Preorder kolaches from Bubbie’s Kolache Kitchen and Bakery.

Visit our website www.lodge88.org to purchase tickets for all events and to pre-order kolaches.

Fraternally, Mary Hoffman Entertainment Chair —SPJST—

Lodge 91, San Jacinto meets

June 9

Lodge 91, San Jacinto will hold its second quarterly meeting at Chick-fil-A in Crosby, Texas, on Friday, June 9, 2023, at 2 p.m.

We hope to see you there!

Vonda Smesny Secretary —SPJST— Lodge

142, Houston meets

June 11

Dear Readers,

Hoping everyone had a wonderful Mother’s Day. Just a friendly reminder that the next lodge meeting will be on the second Sunday, June 11, 2023.

Have a great day!

Fraternally yours, Elizabeth Hermis Secretary

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Lodge 80, Holland hosts Bingo with Cinco de Mayo theme

SPJST Lodge 80, Holland recognized Cinco de Mayo a day early on Thursday, May 4, 2023, at bingo. To commemorate the day, Lodge 80 donated and distributed packages of Doritos to all the bingo patrons.

Lodge 80 President Rita Spinn and member Michelle Taylor pictured here hand out the Doritos. The bingo players seemed delighted with their treats.

Fraternal Activities Coordinator Frank Pajestka stated that May 4 was the National Day of Prayer; he asked member Buddy Wald to lead lodge members and all in attendance at bingo in a prayer for the occasion. After the prayer, everyone recited the Pledge of Allegiance.

One particular group of bingo players was quite moved by the prayer, pledge, and packs of treats during the evening. Their charming Bingo Squad shirts and pleasant conversation led us to tell them about SPJST, our fraternal activities, insurance, etc. RIGHT PHOTO: They are. left to right, Sandy Bronte, Spring Wallace, Brent Malaer, and Jeanette Malaer. Incidentally, some of the Squad won bingos that night, too!

Lodge 80, Holland Celebrates Mothers at Bingo

On Thursday, May 11, 2023, Lodge 80, Holland hosted Mother’s Day Bingo. All the patrons were given a new bingo dabber and a pack of cookies to honor the occasion. Everyone is a mom, has/had a mom, or took care of someone like a mom. Happy Mother’s Day to all! Pictured are some of our

Lodge 151, Wharton meets June 12

SPJST Lodge 151, Wharton will hold its quarterly meeting and social on Monday, June 12, 2023, at Wharton Depot Museum, located at 100 Sunset Street in Wharton.

A light meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. Please RSVP by Thursday, June 8 to Carolyn Bucek at 979-532-1910 or Janie Bucek at 979-532-5884 if you plan to attend.

SPJST’s second quarter challenge is Paws for a Cause, which is an animal shelter drive. Friends of Wharton, Texas, Animal Control (FOWAC) is always in need of dry dog and cat food. Members are encouraged to bring dry dog and cat food to the meeting that will be donated to FOWAC. Any help you can give this organization will be greatly appreciated. In addition, Tria Svatek will give a talk on “Medicaid Eligibility for Nursing Homes.” Tria is the admissions di-

Jack Pittinger receives Larry W. Pflughaupt SPJST Scholarship

rector for Southbrooke Manor and Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Edna and the Port Lavaca Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Port Lavaca. She is also a member of Lodge 151. Members with birthdays in April, May, and June will be honored. We hope you can attend.^

Fraternally, Janie Bucek Secretary/FAC —SPJST—

Lodge 172, Pasadena meets June 14

Members of Lodge 172, Pasadena are invited to the quarterly meeting on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at 6 p.m. at Peppers Steak and Seafood, located at 3604 Fairmont Parkway in Pasadena. Make plans to attend our dinner meeting by contacting Jerry Dressler at 512551-9009.

Fraternally, Jerry Dressler, President —SPJST—

Lodge 177, Academy hosts Jerry Haisler dance on June 24

Lodge 177, Academy invites all to a dance on Saturday, June 24, 2023, with Jerry Haisler and The Melody 5. Doors open at 5 p.m., and the band plays from 7 to 11 p.m. Admission is $10 per person. Kids ages 12 and under will be admitted free of charge.

Academy SPJST 177 is located at 711 East Rio Poco in Academy, Texas. Come on out for a fun evening of dancing and music!

Penny Rowe, FAC/Reporter

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