Lodge 56th Anniversary Party

Chapter Christmas Party at Vince's

The Ceremony of the Golden Ball

Robbie Ellis and Members of the Mighty 190 Moose Legionnaires performed the Moose Golden Ball Ceremony at the West Sacramento Moose Lodge home last weekend. The Golden Ball Ceremony is a traditional Moose fable dating back nearly 90 years, which describes how helping a child in need uplifts us all.

Turkey Dinner with all the trimmings!

From left: Cindy Placido, Anita Ellis, Theresa Lara and Mauda Butte served up a great Thanksgiving dinner to, our first in line member, Gene Baker. Missing from the shot is Neva May and the kitchen crew (Loren, Bobby and Vincent). Many thanks to all who worked so hard for this beautiful evening.

New members get into action

It didn't take long for our new Lodge members Dave and Karen Johnson
(sponsored by Bo Sanders) to find a need and fix it! Thank you for
fixing our shed roof before the rainy season hits!

Taco Dinner and Fundraiser for the Christmas Basket Project

The annual Taco Night Fundraiser for the West Sacramento Christmas Basket Project was a great success raising almost $3000. The high point of the evening was the Gift Auction with Christy Jourdan playing auctioneer. Many thanks to Millie Pepitone for her generous donation of 18 gift baskets for the auction. Debbie Johnson and her volunteer crew have done a great job for our Lodge community service project.

Fellows & Pilgrims were honored at Higher Degree Dinner

WEST SACRAMENTO FELLOWS AND PILGRIM DICK LAKE
Back Row: Charlie Ellis, Bill Farrar, Dick Lake, Ted Machicek, Jerry Miller
Front Row: Gene Evenson, Rich Huber, Ray Bledsoe



FELLOWS & PILGRIMS: Back Row (Right to Left)Ted Machicek-New Fellow, Ray Bledsoe-Fellow,Bill Farrar-Fellow, Lee Smoak-Fellow, Jim Spence-Fellow & District #4 President, Charlie Ellis-Fellow & International Moose Legion Ambassador, Milt McGinnis-Pilgrim & Moose Charities Board, Bob Sypnieski-Pilgrim & Deputy Regional Manager & Moosehaven Board Member, Rick Dandridge-Fellow & Mighty #190 Moose Legion President,
Dick Lake-Pilgrim, Bob Thayne-Fellow, Dean Woods-Pilgrim & Administrator Advisor,
Front Row (Right to Left)
Jerry Miller-Fellow,Rich Huber-Fellow & International Shining Star Moose Legionnaire of the Year, Gene Evenson-Fellow

College of Regents

Neva, Mauda, Anita and Pat were dressed in their College of Regents jackets ready for a jaunt up to Placerville for a meeting today.

Moose Kid's Halloween Party 2010

We had over 40 kids in every kind of disguise and costume at this years Halloween Party. Thanks to the LOOM and WOTM Board for sponsoring this great event! In the top photo, the kids lined up to put their hands in the "weird stuff"..

4th Annual (3rd for Mary Ethel) Memorial Golf Tourney 2010

Check out more photos from the golf tourney on Webshots.

Remembering Terry Osburn

OSBORN, Terry

Passed away peacefully at home with family by his side. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Claudette; daughters, Sherry (Robert) Williams, Vicki Osborn, and Lori Osborn; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; sister Patsy Miller of Oregon and numerous nephews and nieces. He will be missed by family and friends. A memorial service will be held on Sat. Oct. 23 at 11:00am at West Sacramento Moose Lodge, 3240 Jefferson Blvd.
Published in The Sacramento Bee on October 21, 2010
Read more: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sacbee/obituary.aspx?n=terry-osborn&pid=146130541#ixzz131Vnqba4

Congratulations to Corine Orozco

Corine was presented with her 15 years of membership pin at the last chapter meeting. Congratulations Corine!

Remembering Jerry Samla

SAMLA, Jerry
1920 - 2010
Moved to CA in 1940, worked at McClellan Field until retirement in 1975. He leaves his loving wife Myrtle of 68 years; 3 children Janice, Brand, Carolyn, and Jerry Jr.; sister Martha, two grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. Active in West Sac. Moose and Senior Gleaners since 1982. He loved his family, camping and motorcycles. Graveside service will be held at Newcastle Cemetery, 850 Taylor Rd., Newcastle, CA 95658, at 1:00 pm Friday 10/15/2010. Memorial service will be held at Valley Community Church, 3150 Wissemann Dr., Sacramento, CA 95826, at 3:00 pm Sunday 10/17/2010.
Published in The Sacramento Bee on October 12, 2010

Congratulations to Rich Huber, Moose Legionnaire of the Year

Richard J. Huber of the Mighty 190 was presented with this award at the
Moose International Convention in Nashville in July 2010.

Congratulations to Mauda Butte

Mauda Butte was honored and thanked for her years of service to our
Lodge and Chapter at the annual awards dinner on September 25th.

Remembering Bob Greenhalgh-Our Moose Santa Claus

GREENHALGH, Robert Paul
''Bob-O''
Sept. 28, 1947 - Sept. 23, 2010
Began his final journey peacefully at home in West Sacramento surrounded by his family. Preceded in death by his parents George and Gladys Greenhalgh and brother Richard. Bob is survived by his wife and best friend, Brenda Greenhalgh, cherished children Amy, George and Annin Greenhalgh (Kyle Sirman), Jezikka Sullivan (Josh), Tish Palamidessi (Christopher), Joseph and Timothy Avalos and Arron Clark (Blair). Loving grandfather to Ethan, Christian and Gabriela. He also leaves behind his niece Shamryn Cole (son Theo) and nephew Justin Greenhalgh (Audra) in addition to his sisters-in-law, Jeanine Suttie, Patricia Bergdahl, Dee Kelley, and many family and friends.
Bob graduated from UCLA in 1969 and followed in his father's footsteps in the field of Public Health. His early career was spent in the Los Angeles and Mendocino County Health Departments. In 1980 he joined the California Department of Health Services, retiring in 2003 as an Environmental Program Manager. His contributions to California's health programs throughout his career were invaluable. In retirement he continued his dedication to public health which enabled him to travel the world with the Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines and most recently worked with the Sacramento County Environmental Management Department.
Bob-O loved the Beach Boys, travelling and telling jokes wherever he went. He never met a stranger and was larger than life, which he spent in the moment only stopping to reflect on how blessed he truly was. He adored his children, was devoted to his family and was a father figure to so many.
A tribute to Bob's life will be held at the River Cities Funeral Chapel located at 910 Soule Street in West Sacramento on October 8 at 11:00 am. Memorials preferred to Kaiser Hospice, 2025 Morse Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95825 or the West Sacramento Moose Lodge.
Published in The Sacramento Bee on September 29, 2010


Read more: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sacbee/obituary.aspx?n=robert-paul-greenhalgh&pid=145712438&fhid=8304#ixzz10vyFSF9c

RememberingThomas E. Sisson

Tom lost his valiant battle with cancer on 9-5-2010. He was 63. During his long fight, he kept his smile, humor, and love for things great & small. A Connecticut native, he experienced the closeness of Bethel, long summers in Wells Beach, Maine, the lights of N.Y. City, and drafting school in Chicago, before coming to California and the Sacramento region. An avid snow skier, football and hockey player in his youth. He excelled at fishing, hunting, and golf for most of his life. He shot good games of darts and billards too. Before his illness began, Tom worked for Simms Metal, but most closely identified himself as a member of ILWU 17, 18, working at the Port of Sacramento and regional rice mills. Other jobs included big rig driver, hauling across the Western States, tree climber, and draftsman. He was a past Teamster and Moose member. Survived by wife, Carolyn Ellison Sisson. His sister, Pamela Sisson of CT, survived eleven days beyond him. Preceded by father and mother, Edward and Eleanor Sisson, sister Patricia Taylor, and 1st wife, Catherine. Condolences may be left at Legacy.com. Services September 30 2010 1pm at River Cities Funeral Chapel, 910 Soule St. West Sacramento

Published in Sacramento Bee from September 26 to September 27, 2010


Read more: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sacbee/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=145667746#ixzz10f3aLNt0

Remembering James "Doc" Costa

COSTA, James M.
July 29, 1937 - Sept. 1, 2010
James was born in Sacramento to Manuel and Eloise Costa. He made his home in Citrus Heights with his wife Veronica in 1983. He served his country with pride in the U.S. Navy from 1954 - 1958 and retired as an Operations Supervisor of Civil Engineering department of McClellan AFB. A loyal member of the Order of Moose since 1979 at Administrator Lodge 1762 in West Sacramento. James is survived by many family members including his sons James M. Costa Jr. and Brad Carr, brother Thomas Costa, sister Mary (Les) Gini and nephew Tommy Costa. Visitation and Services will be held Wed. 9/8/2010 from 4-8 P.M. and Thurs. 9/9/2010 at 10:00 A.M at East Lawn Mortuary Chapel, 5757 Greenback Lane, Sacramento, CA.
Published in The Sacramento Bee on September 8, 2010


Administrator, James "Doc" Costa passed away on September 1, 2010. Doc served two terms as Lodge Governor during the years 1997-98 and 1998-99. He is survived by his wife and friend Veronica and son Brad. A memorial luncheon will be held on September 16, 2010 at the West Sacramento Family Center.

New Academy of Friendship Members

New Academy of Friendship members were honored at the Chapter meeting on August 10, 2010.

Horseshoe Tourney Winners!

Thanks to everyone who worked so hard yesterday at the Moose Horseshoe Tournament and BBQ. Congrats to dream team Bret Sheen and Lori Mathiss for coming in 1st; Kim Buchmiller Rodriguez & Tamara Carr for 2nd; and Kurt Jourdan and Todd Soto for 3rd!

The Mariners T-Ball Team at the Moose

Aracely Hurtado, Manager of the West Sacramento Mariner's T-Ball Team presented the Women of the Moose a sponsors award at the team's awards dinner held at the Lodge home last week.

Deborah Evenson..Congratulations on your 60th!

The Sacramento Stackers

The Sacramento Stackers presented Senior Regent Theresa with a certificate of appreciation for our support of their program.

"Burn Your Own"

Our "inagural" Burn Your Own Steak Night was a raging
success! Many thanks to Darrin and Kent for getting our
outdoor BBQ cleaned and ready for the "Burn"!

Andy Anderson in the kitchen!

You can always find Andy cutting, chopping doing the prep work for the hamburgers Barbara Linker grills on Cajun Sunday afternoons!

Moosehoppers at Los Molinos May 2010

Moosehoppers and friends at Los Molinos, May 2010. Kosta and Debbie Prince were the wagon masters.

Tommy Moose on Duty!

Debbie Johnson got a great shot of one of our West Sacramento Motorcycle Police Officers with a Tommy Moose mounted on the back. Our Chapter and Lodge have donated many Tommy Moose stuffed friends to our local police and fire department. See this story on the Moose International website for more about the Tommy Moose program.  A child abuser is in jail because of Tommy Moose.  See video here.

Kids Fishing Derby at Rancho Seco April 2010

Remembering Vernon Deberry

Long time member of the West Sacramento Loyal Order of Moose #1762.
Vern went fishing full time on Tuesday, April 13, 2010. He was a Past
Governor (1985-86), a member of the Fellowship Degree and Past
President of District 4. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Rest in Peace Brother Vern. (by Jim Tackett)
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Vernon "Dee" DeBerry passed away April 14, 2010, in Providence Hospital in Columbia, SC. He was born in Needville, TX, and spent his youth in Sacramento, CA. He later joined the U.S. Navy and spent 20 years serving his country.

He is survived by his wife, Marlene DeBerry of Joanna, SC, his son, Robert DeBerry of Columbia, and daughter, Carol Nabors and son-in-law, Marty, of Kinards, SC. He had one grandson, Kenneth Baker, and two brothers, Fred DeBerry and Carley DeBerry, all from Sacramento.

Service will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2010, at Pine Lawn Mausoleum in Clinton, SC. Visitation will be at 1:00 p.m. followed by the service at 2:00 p.m.. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to First Baptist Church in Joanna.

Published in The State on April 16, 2010

Remembering Adelina "Lena" Macias

Adelina "Lena" Macias: Entered into eternal rest on April 10, 2010 in her West Sacramento home surrounded by the love of her family. She leaves her beloved husband of 61 years, Luis Macias. Loving mother of Ramona Van Sickle (Cliff), Steven Macias (Rosemary), Carolyn Winn (Jerry), Corine Orozco (Dennis), Rose Salandez (Anthony) & Chris Macias (Corinna). Loving sister of Canuto Montano and Joe Montano. Devoted grandmother of Yvette, Dennis Jr., Daniellia, Angelina, Vanessa, Steven, Andrea, Erika, Gabriela, Aurelia, Christina, Cassandra, Carissa, & great-grandmother of Kayla, Tyra and Ezekiel. Preceded in death by her daughter, Ruth Macias. Mom was a long time member of the Women of The Moose, Chapter #1431 of West Sacramento. She and Luis founded Crest Jewelers of West Sacramento in 1967 where the family business continues today. Recitation of the Rosary will be Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at 7:00 P.M. at River Cities Funeral Chapel with visitation hours Tuesday from 2:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Wednesday, April 14, at 10:00 A.M. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 1321 Anna St., West Sacramento. Interment, St. Mary's Cemetery.
River Cities Funeral Chapel
910 Soule Street,
West Sacramento, CA 95691

Published in The Sacramento Bee on April 11, 2010

Congratulations to Richard Huber

Congratulations to Richard Huber for been named Moose Legionnaire of the Year for the California/Nevada Moose Association, 2009/2010. Rich served as Governor of the West Sacramento Lodge in 1992-1993 and has continued to serve as a District Officer over the years.