Remembering Cheri Kemp

KEMP, Cheri J. ''Shu-Shu''
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, November 12, 2008. Preceded in death in 2004 by her loving husband of 27 years, Donald "Papa" Kemp. She is survived by her three children, Steve (Debi) Kemp, Lori Nielsen, and Dan (Patty) Kemp. Dear daughter of Toby Corbett, beloved sister of Vicki, Steven, and Michael Azzinaro. Devoted "Shu-Shu" of Marcus, Andrew, Ashley, Ariel, and Matthew. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and loving friends. Cheri will be greatly missed by her loving Bunco group of 30 years. Cheri was a tremendous cook and could make even the most simple foods taste extraordinary. Cheri had great strength and overcame many health challenges in her lifetime. Cheri was a devout Catholic and her faith sustained her through the many trials of her life. Family and friends are invited to attend a "Celebration of Life" on November 20 at 3:00 p.m. at 1504 Norfolk Avenue, West Sacramento, Calif.
Published in the The Sacramento Bee from 11/18 to 11/20/2008

Christmas Bazaar

The Academy of Friendship Christmas in November Bazaar and Bake Sale was a
huge success. Maggie and Francine thank everyone for attending and donating
items for the sale.

5 Year Pins Presented

Bette Lake presented membership awards to Debbie, Andrea and
Athena.

Karaoke at Family Taco Night

Even the kids participated in singing Karaoke tonight! Here is Hal
Jourdan at the mic.

The Trio belted out a rousing "Let it Be" at the Friday Night
Taco and Karaoke night.

Junior Governor Bob Miller

Many thanks to Bob Miller our great host at Karaoke nights at the Moose Lodge.

Ray's big sausage!

Ray Pleinis won the big sausage in the Octoberfest Raffle!!

Moose Members Honored

Deborah Johnson (2008 International Co-worker of the Year) Carter "Boe" Sanders
(2008 Rookie of the Year) and Theresa Lara (2008 Novice Co-worker of the Year)
were honored for their contributions to our Chapter, Lodge and Community at the
celebration dinner on November 1.

Betty Lake presented Sally Tackett with her 25 year
membership pin.

Jim Tackett announced that Charlie Ellis was selected as the
Moose Legionnaire of the Year in recognition of his contributions
to the Lodge and Community.

Remembering Margaret Linker

Margaret Renea Castro Linker died October 26, 2008. She was "50 Something." She was born in Stockton and lived in Stockton most of her life. She married her husband, Edward C. Linker, in 1962. They had two sons, Mark and Eric Linker. She was active in the Catholic Church and an auxillary member of 1LWU Local 54. She worked as a cosmetologist for 13 years.

She is survived by her husband, Edward; her sons, Mark Linker of Modesto and Eric Linker of Stockton and her six grandchildren, Jennifer, Jorden, Erika, Matthew, Natalie and Kassandra Linker. She is also survived by her mom, Augusta Castro of Stockton; sister Theresa Robinson of Stockton; brothers, Anthony Castro of Lebanon, Oregon, Joseph Castro of Stockton and Steven Castro of Stockton. She has numerous brother & sister-in-laws, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph T. Castro, mother, June Montana Castro, and sister Sylvia Castro.

Friends and family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Luke's Catholic Church, 3847 N. Sutter Street., Stockton, CA. Visitation will be held Wednesday October 29,2008 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Deyoung Memorial Chapel, 601 N. California St., Stockton, CA. Committal will be at San Joaquin Catholic Cemetery.

From zirana.com/stockton obituaries

The Mighty 190

Moose Legion member Bill Farrar wears his Mighty 190 jacket proudly!

Deborah Gets her 25 Member Award

PEP Committee-Halloween Bash

Many thanks to Neva May and her PEP committee members who worked hard to put on the annual Halloween Costume Party at the Lodge.

Kid's Halloween Party

Photos and Video by Debbie Johnson.

The Kid's Halloween Party was a great success this year. Mauda and her team (Francine, Boe, Earl, Neva, Christy, Barbara, Kim) did a great job and the kids and parents really had a great time.

Academy of Friendship Holiday Bazaar

Pat Bledsoe donated this lovely holiday centerpiece for the special raffle
at the annual Academy of Friendship Holiday Bazaar, November 15 & 16,
at the West Sacramento Moose Lodge Home. For more information please
check with Maggie Rich, event coordinator.

Ray's Oktoberfest 2008

Many thanks to Ray, Pinky and Rich for their great recipes and menu for the night!
With the help of the Legion and Joint Board of Officers it was a great Oktoberfest.

See this link to Shutterfly.com for more photos of the night.

Improvements Underway!!

Many thanks to Ignacio "Nos" Rodriguez who has been working
his tail off this week helping the Board out with updating the Lodge
Home's lighting and electrical system and other repairs in the Social
Quarters. Members like Nos are the life blood of the Moose and we
really appreciate him donating his time and talents!

Wing Night with the "Hot Mamas"

Christy, Barbara L, Debbie and Barbara S. (aka The Hot Mamas) were cooking
Hot, Honey-BBQ and Teriyaki Chicken wings on Friday Night; followed by a roudy
game of Left -Right-Center it was a great evening!

Volunteers are Honored

Theresa Lara and Neva May were honored as co-workers of the month for
August and September 2008. Congratulations to you gals for donating your time
for our Chapter and Lodge.

The 2nd Annual (1st for Mary Ethel) Memorial Golf Tournament 2008

Thanks to Tammy Mattos (in her special Golf Glasses) and her great crew of volunteers for making the first annual Mary Ethel Nelson Memorial Golf Tournament such a huge success.

West Sacramento: A "kid friendly" lodge

Governor Monte McCray and the Joint Board of Officers have been working hard
to make our Lodge home and activities more "Kid Friendly". You might have noticed
the new Nintendo Game Cube Corner is now available for the kids and the
playground will soon be more than just talk. If you've been out for our functions
lately you'll notice how we are are not just "talking the talk" about making our
Lodge a real "Family Center"!