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WWII veteran turns 100

We honored Clarence Rankin, a World War II veteran, on Sept. 7 as he celebrated his 100th birthday. Nestor Tamayao, past commander of VFW Post 3063, attended the celebration at St. Benedict’s Church to present Clarence with tokens of our gratitude. On behalf of our post, Nestor presented Clarence with a card, a VFW cap, a $100 bill, and a complimentary membership. These gifts symbolize our appreciation for his service during the war and his continued contributions to the community. From his early days in Illinois to his service in the South Pacific, and his active role at St. Benedict’s Church, Clarence’s life is a testament to dedication and community spirit. Today, he remains engaged with life through woodworking, spending time with family, and meeting friends. Please join us in wishing Clarence Rankin a very happy 100th birthday!

Scholarship presentation

On Sept. 15, post members presented the inaugural Ballard Eagleson VFW Post 3063 Freedom Scholarship to SGT Arleen Gonzalez from the Washington National Guard’s 181st Brigade Support Battalion (Post 3063’s adopted unit). She received $2,000 to use towards her pursuit of a college degree. Congratulations, Arleen! Also thank you to the 181 BSB leadership and soldiers who were present to recognize the momentous occasion.

Fundraiser Happening Oct. 26

Get ready to show off your halo or horns at the Saints ‘N’ Sinners Costume Ball! Join us on Oct. 26 at 7 p.m. at VFW Post 3063 for a thrilling night of music, dance, and spooky fun. Tickets are $20 (+fee) on Eventbrite or $25 at the door. Rock out to the tunes of three live bands—Left Turn on Blue, The Kings, and Wicked World—and hit the dance floor with beats from DJ Forrest Gump. Don’t miss your chance to win big with our 50/50 raffle or strut your stuff in the costume contest to snag the Best Costume Prizes. All proceeds go to the VFW Post 3063 Veterans Relief Fund. It’s a night of fright and delight you won’t want to miss!

Commander’s Corner (September 2024)

During our Sept. 5 business meeting, we’ll vote on a critical document that will shape the future of VFW Post 3063—our new strategic plan. This plan isn’t just a formality; it’s a carefully crafted roadmap that addresses our current challenges and sets clear goals for the future. It’s essential that members engage with this process, as the decisions we make now will have a lasting impact on our post.

The strategic plan outlines several key goals: increasing member participation, redeveloping our post into a central hub for veterans, ensuring financial accountability, and enhancing veteran recruitment and entitlement awareness. Each of these goals is aligned with our mission to serve veterans and foster a strong community.

But achieving these goals requires more than just a vote—it requires active participation and commitment from all of us. This is our opportunity to secure a sustainable future for VFW Post 3063, ensuring that we can continue to support veterans and our community for years to come.

I urge you to review the strategic plan, join the discussion at our Sept. 5 meeting, and vote to adopt these goals. Together, we can set our post on a course for continued success and growth. Your voice and your engagement are crucial in this process, so please make sure to be part of this important step forward.

In comradeship,
Aly Teeter, Commander