Remembering Lou Macias

Luis Entered into rest December 22, 2011 in Sacramento, CA. Beloved husband of the late Adelina Macias. Loving father of Ramona Van Sickle (Cliff), Steven Macias (Rosemary), Carolyn Winn (Jerry), Corine Orozco (Dennis), Rose Salandez (Anthony) & Chris Macias (Corinna). Dear brother of Tony Macias (Ida), Frances Trujillo (Nelson), Ignacio Macias, Eloy Macias (Belinda) & Nena Barrajas). Devoted grandfather of Yvette (Troy), Daniellia (Jeremy), Gabriela, Dennis, Jr. (Athena), Andrea, Angelina, Steven, Erika (Taylor), Vanessa, Aurelia, Christina, Cassandra & Carissa & great-grandfather of Kayla, Tyra, Ezekiel and Joseph (Coyote). Preceded in death by his daughter, Ruth Macias & his brother, Joe Macias. Dad started in the jewelry business with Werner's Jewelry on 15th & I in Sacramento. He and Adelina opened their own family business, Crest Jewelers, in West Sacramento 45 years ago. He was a proud member of the Loyal Order of Moose, Lodge #1762 of West Sacramento. Recitation of the Rosary will be held Thursday, December 29, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. at River Cities Funeral Chapel, 910 Soule St., West Sac. The Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Friday, December 30, 2011 at 10:00 A.M. at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 1321 Anna St., West Sac. Interment, St. Mary's Cemetery, Sacramento, CA. Published in The Sacramento Bee on December 28, 2011

See this previous post Lou's history and Crest Jewelers.

Remembering Red Richardson

Long time member Red Richardson passed away in November 2011. The above photo was taken with his old friend Gene Evenson at the Sweetheart Crab Feed in February of 2011. Hope they are sharing a cold beer in heaven!

The Kitchen is being updated...***marvelous!

If you haven't been to the Lodge lately, you are going to be amazed.
The kitchen is looking wonderful thanks to a great group of volunteers.
Above photo shows Nos Rodriguez putting his finishing touch on the granite
countertop and in the background see will see the new dishwasher! Terri Ganz
said that washing the dishes was a breeze at the Thanksgiving dinner last week.

Fund Raiser for West Sacramento Christmas Basket Project

Ignacio Rodriguez' apple pies and Millie Pepitone's gift baskets were a bit hit at the Lodge fund raiser for the West Sacramento Christmas Basket Project. Thanks to Debbie Johnson for coordinating the event, the Taco Crew for cooking and serving the delicious dinner and all the volunteers who worked so hard to make this annual fund raiser a success.

Remembering Gene Evenson

Memorial service for our LOOM Fellow Gene "Pops" Evenson is scheduled for 1:00 PM, Friday October 14, 2011. Check in the social quarters for more information. Born August 27, 1919 in North Dakota. Promoted into heaven on October 8, 2011 at age 92. He is now with his loving wife Verna after sharing 62 years of marriage. Eugene is survived by his children, Vernon (Deborah), Cindy (Jim), Hokey (Pat) and Gloria, 7 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Eugene was a 60 year member of Carpenters Local # 46 and a member of West Sacramento Moose Lodge # 1762. A Memorial Mass will be offered on Friday, October 14, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 1066 26th Street Sacramento, CA. Reception to follow at West Sacramento Moose Lodge, 3142 Jefferson Blvd. In lieu of flowers donations preferred to St. Francis Church, the West Sacramento Moose Lodge or a charity of choice. Funeral arrangements entrusted to River Cities Funeral Chapel.
Published in The Sacramento Bee on October 12, 2011

5th Annual Memorial (4th for Mary Ethel) Golf Tournament

Many thanks to Tammy for putting on a great event again this year!
More photos can be found on Photobucket.

Mooseheart--celebrating 100 years. A Salute from the West Sacramento Moose Family Center.

The Cupcake Challenge & Carnival

Raquel was the judge's pick for her Cockeye Cupcakes. More photos of the event here.

Remembering Joyce Collins

COLLINS, Joyce A.
Born May 12, 1940 in Sacramento, and fulfilled God's eternal plan on September 8, 2011, after a very brief illness. She was surrounded by a room full of people she loved. Joyce had no fear of death, she just didn't want to leave her earthly family. She was nearly separated from them in February 2010, but God granted her another 18 months. Then, that precious soul which had been on loan to her earthly family returned Home. Hallelujah, Amen. Joyce is survived by Grover, her best friend and loving husband of 52 years. Devoted mother to Bobby (Melinda), Sharyn (Dan), and Rick. Happy to be called "Grammy" by her adoring grandchildren Jennifer, Taylor,Matthew, Amber, AJ, Rebekah, and Liam. Blessed with the birth of her great grandson Isaak. Enjoyed a loving relationship with her nephew Billy, his wife Denise, their children Derrick (Jessica) and Peter, and recently blessed to meet her new great grandniece, Payton. Survived by her brother Bill (Cocee), and grandchildren by marriage John, Russell, Lena, Polly, Mike, and great granddaughter Sophia. Joyce was deeply enriched by her church family at Lighthouse Covenant Church in West Sacramento. We will comfort and support each other until one-by-one, we all join her on the other side. This love and support is occurring naturally, but it is exactly what she wanted. There are many others Joyce spoke of who will miss her and fondly remember the important role she played in their lives at various times throughout the years. Joyce was spiritually strong, patriotic, and extremely giving. She was selfless, routinely considering others before herself. She was a nurturing mother-figure to many; a role she loved. She spent many years laughing with her husband, her family, and enjoying the company of friends. A celebration of Joyce's life will be held on Saturday, September 17 at 11:00 AM, at Lighthouse Covenant Church located at 3605 Gregory Avenue in West Sacramento. Reception immediately following. If you desire to make a donation in her memory, please do so to the Collings Teen Center, 1541 Merkley Ave., West Sacramento, 95691.
Published in The Sacramento Bee on September 13, 2011

Read more: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sacbee/obituary.aspx?n=joyce-a-collins&pid=153615984#ixzz1XrU3Lsci

Helen Lester-50 Years in the Women of the Moose

Helen Lester was awarded her 50 year membership pin at the Women of the Moose Chapter meeting. Below photo is 5 generations of Lester women!

3rd Annual Hot August BBQ/Waterslide/Horse Shoe Tourney

It was a great family day for our Moose Lodge ...The kids had a fun on the Giant Wave Water Slide.

Remembering Carla Dea Quigley

Carla Dea Quigley
An angel has gone to heaven. Carla Quigley of West Sacramento, 48, was called to heaven on June 27th at 5:02pm. She was born in Houston, TX on June 18, 1963 to the late Carl, and Emma Lee Loftin. She is survived by her beloved husband Neal, amazing daughter Samantha, step daughter Shannon, brother Kenny and his wife Michelle , brother Douglas and his wife Consuelo, many nieces and nephews and more friends than any of us can count. Carla was known for her kindness, hospitality, generous spirit, great cooking, quick wit, and great sense of humor. She will be missed by both of her Bunco groups, the "coffee girls", her neighbors, her coworkers, her family, and her friends. Carla will be memorialized at the North Sacramento Funeral Home on Saturday July 2 at 2:00pm followed by an open house at the family home. In lieu of flowers, please contribute to the John Wayne Cancer Institute in her memory.
Read more: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sacbee/obituary.aspx?n=carla-dea-quigley&pid=152294203#ixzz1QlnSwSCI
Funeral Home address:
725 El Camino Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95815
916-604-4225

Remembering Ken Shill

SHILL, Kenneth Orvil
Born July 23, 1918, in Malta, Idaho, the seventh of thirteen children born to Jesse Samuel Shill and Margaret LaVilla Duncan Shill. After a brief illness, passed away on Monday June 6, 2011. He is survived by one sister, Lillie Ramsey (Robert - deceased) and three brothers, Hazen Earl Shill (Charlene) of Portland, Oregon; Fred Shill (Betty) of Denver, Colorado; and Douglas Shill (Betty) of Mesa, Arizona. His first wife, Myrtle Orena Westerby Shill, passed an January 4, 1967. He is survived by five children from that marriage, Kenneth Cecil (Judy), Margaret Shill, Richard Orvil (Linda) and JoAnn Kortuem (Jay) of West Sacramento CA, Shirley Breshears (Roger Leon -deceased) of Wichita, KS. He is also survived by his second wife Marjorie Jean Shill and children, Karen Goulart (Gary) Orangevale, CA; and John Still of West Sacramento, CA. He also has four step- children Thomas Howard (deceased), Robert Howard, living in Florida, Dorothy Howard, living in Ohio and Betty Kay Nagel of Vacaville, CA; and 18 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren. He moved his family to Bryte, CA in 1951 where he worked at a Flying A gas station on Merkley and West Capital Ave. in West Sacramento. He also worked as a cement finisher and carpenter. He joined the Bryte Volunteer Department. He was one of the first paid full time firemen hired by the Bryte Fire Department in 1962. He was a member of the West Sacramento Moose Lodge and enjoyed bowling, fishing and hunting. Memorial service to be held on Saturday, July 2, 2011 at 2:00pm at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 2667 Linden Road, West Sacramento, CA.
Published in The Sacramento Bee on June 29, 2011

Happy Birthday Steve Macias

It was wonderful to see long-time member Lou Macias at his son Steve's 60th Birthday Party at the Lodge last weekend.

Honoring our Co-Worker of the Year

Tina Hady was our nominee for Novice Co-worker of the Year and Mauda Butte was nominated for International Co-Worker of the year. The two were presented with awards at a dinner in their honor last week at the Lodge home.

Remembering Mary Stump

Mary Stump was Senior Regent of the West Sacramento Chapter Women The Moose from 1977-78. She was a beautiful and vivacious personality and will be missed by all her friends.

Entered into rest May 27, 2011 in Carmichael at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Marty E. Stump. Loving mother of Lonnie Johnson (Rhonda), Sandra Hoffmann, Randall Stump, Pamela Paxton (Kevin) & Loren Stump (Linda). Devoted grandmother of 11 & great-grandmother of 3. Preceded in death by her son, Ronnie Johnson. Prior to her marriage, Mary spent 15 years as a Catholic Nun. She was an active member of the Women of Moose, #1431 of West Sacramento, the Sacramento Yacht Club and the Coast Guard Auxiliary. She held numerous awards for her achievements in Sales with Avon. Friends are invited to attend a memorial gathering celebrating her life on Thursday, June 2, 2011 at 1:00 P.M. at the Moose Lodge, 3240 Jefferson Blvd., West Sacramento, CA. Private inurnment, Evergreen Cemetery, Oakland, CA.
River Cities Funeral Chapel
West Sacramento, CA

Published in The Sacramento Bee on June 1, 2011

Remembering Dorothy (Dottie) Calles

CALLES, Dorothy 'Dottie'
Entered into rest May 2, 2011 in West Sacramento at the age of 83. Beloved wife of 61 years to Edwin Calles. Loving mother of Mike Calles, Sr., Charlene Cook (Ray), Rodney Calles (Karrie) & Dale Calles (Loriann). Dear sister of Bill Ashworth (Karen). Devoted grandmother of Michael, Jr., Emmily, Cheryl, Matthew, Kenneth, Kevin, Taylor, David, Dana & Julianna and great-grandmother of Aspen, Kaitlyn, Tyler, Kyra, Cheyenne & McKenzie. Preceded in death by her son, James, sister Joan Russell & brother James Ashworth. Dottie will be remembered for many things including her honesty, integrity, love of dancing and devotion to family and friends. She was truly a 'mom' to many. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. at River Cities Funeral Chapel, 910 Soule St., West Sac.
Published in The Sacramento Bee on May 13, 2011

Remembering Valeria Baba Arch

Valeria 'Baba Arch Entered into eternal rest Friday, April 29, 2011 in her West Sacramento home guided by the love of her Lord & her family. Beloved wife of the late John Arch, Jr. Loving mother of Elizabeth Corrales, Valentina Davis and Carol Breese. Devoted grandmother of Andrea, Lance, Nicholas, Katrina, David and Daniel & great grandmother of 7. Pre- ceded in death by two grand- children, Rudolph and Michael. Panahida services will be held Monday, May 2, 2011 at 6:00pm with funeral services Tuesday, May 3, 2011 at 11:00am, both services at the Elevation Of The Holy Cross Orthodox Church, 9010 Jackson Rd., Sacramento, CA 95826. Interment Monument Hill Memorial Park, Woodland. Our deepest, heartfelt thanks to Yolo Hospice and those who cared for mother in her final days. Memorials preferred to the Yolo Hospice, 1909 Galileo Ct #A, Davis, CA 95618-4890.
River Cities Funeral Chapel
910 Soule St., W. Sacramento
Obituary published in the Sacramento Bee on May 2, 2011

Installation of Officers 2011

Congratulations to the new Board of Officers for the West Sacramento Moose Family Center: Governor Bob Taylor and Senior Regent Stephanie Christensen.

The Easter Bunny Hop

The kids donut eating contest!

The Magnolia Sisters featuring Ann Savoy on Tour from So Louisiana

The Magnolia Sisters were in the house last weekend and they were fantastic! Many thanks to Buddy and Barbara Linker for their efforts to bring high quality entertainment to the West Sacramento Moose Family Center.

Remembering Glenn Saalfeld

SAALFELD, Glenn
Born in Richland, Nebraska on October 15, 1921, and entered into rest on March 11, 2011 in West Sacramento, CA. He was the son of John and Clara Saalfeld. He served in the Army Air Corp during World War II. He retired from Southern Pacific Railroad after 42 years of service. He was a member of the VFW in West Sacramento since 1951. He is preceded in death by brother Waldean Saalfeld and sister Lorene Wiebold. He is survived by his wife of 64 years of marriage, Twilla; daughter Cheryl (Manfred); son Terry (Beverly); grandsons, Robert, Bryon (Amber), Stephen (Jody), Benjamin (Marsha); 7 great-grandchildren, Beau, Riley, Presley, Owen, Jason, Reagan, Blake; and sister Thedora 'Sis'. Cremation arrangements under the direction of River Cities Funeral Chapel. There will be no funeral service per Glenn's request. There will be a celebration of life at VFW Post 8762, 905 Drever St., West Sacramento, CA 95691 on Sunday, March 27, at 1:00pm. The family requests any donations be made to VFW Post #8762 in Glenn Saalfeld's memory.
Published in The Sacramento Bee on March 24, 2011

Read more: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sacbee/obituary.aspx?n=glenn-saalfeld&pid=149598571#ixzz1HXf14Hm6

St Pat's Day Dinner

Gene "Pops" Evenson enjoyed the Corned Beef and Cabbage Feed on St Patrick's Day at the West Sacramento Moose.

Wee Bit O' Irish Night

Happy Birthday Mauda

Thank you Liz Mendoza Slape for sharing these great photos from Mauda Butte's 75th Birthday party last weekend. It was a great party!

Sweetheart Crab Feed

Old friends Gene Evenson and Red Richardson enjoyed seeing each other.



Congratulations to Steve Macias for winning the raffle for the LCD TV at the Sweetheart Crab feed!

George Greenhalgh: Filling his dad's shoes

The West Sacramento Moose Family Center had a new Santa Claus this year. George Greenhalgh honored his dad, Bob Greenhalgh, by donning his Santa suit and making many kids smile at the annual Moose Kid's Christmas Party. Thank you George!

Remembering Marjorie Soto

SOTO, Marjorie
9/26/33 - 12/26/10
Preceded in death by her husband Frank Soto and daughter Dulcie Guadiana. Mother to Debbie Bell, Todd and Julie Soto. Grandmother to Artie Trujillo, Ben Lugo, Tammy Guadiana, Brittany and TJ Soto, and 5 1/2 great-grandchildren. Friends are welcome for visitation Thursday, December 30, 2010 beginning at 11:00 AM, followed by the Funeral Service at 12 noon, at the GEORGE L. KLUMPP CHAPEL OF FLOWERS, Riverside Boulevard and 2nd Avenue. Interment to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, 6700 21st Avenue.

Read more: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sacbee/obituary.aspx?n=marjorie-soto&pid=147458077&fhid=8294#ixzz1A1kuTS6H