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.

Fundraiser for the Children's Tumor Foundation

Many thanks to Marla Clayton and her hard working team at the West Sacramento Moose Family Center for hosting a very successful Casino Night Fundraiser to benefit the Children's Tumor Foundation. The special guest for the evening was Miss Sierra Miller of West Sacramento.

Kid's Easter Party at The West Sacramento Moose

Our Kids have a great time coloring eggs and decorating their cookies..
too wet for egg hunt sad to say.

Click this link to see all the images:Kids Easter Album

West Sacramento gathered at the Mid-Year Conference

Our West Sacramento Chapter #1431 has 22 members present at the Mid-Year Conference in Reno last weekend. Nine of our women were awaded the Academy of Friendship Higher Degree.

The 75th Annual California Nevada Moose Association Mid-Year Conference at the Atlantis Hotel in Reno, Nevada. This group gathered at the social hour being held to honor the 5 Star Lodges in the Association.

Theme Quilt Raffle to Benefit the Katherine Smith Center

The West Sac Women of the Moose Board of Officers are selling tickets for this
beautiful hand crafted quilt made by Patsy Erisman.

The King Size Quilt measures 92" x 104" and includes the 43 Chapter Themes from 1966-2009/2010. Donation is $1.00 per ticket or 6 for $5.00. The drawing will be held on July 27, 2010. Proceeds will be donated to the 'Katherine Smith" Center at Moosehaven. To purchase tickets contact Mauda Butte at (916)332-2489.

New Chapter Officers 2010-2011

Congratulations to the Newly Elected Officers for West Sacramento
Women of the Moose-from left to right: Jr. Regent-Noelle Parnelle,
Chaplain-Anita Ellis, Sr. Regent-Theresa Lara, Secretary-Treasurer-Pasty Erisman,
Recorder-Mauda Butte, Jr. Grad Regent-Cindy Placido.

At the Hop!

Francine's Green Cap Febuary 27, 2010

These photos are from Junior Graduate Regent Francine McCray's Green Cap meeting
that was held on February 27, 2010.

Click this link for the full album.

Lodge Officers Circa 1978

Mike Booker (mid row far left) shared with great photo of the officers of the
West Sacramento Moose Lodge in 1978. Russ Weaver was governor
(bottom row second from right) Bob Herzog (top row far left) Al Rich (top row center).
and Cecil Neeley (bottom left). Let us know if you recognize others.

Mardi Gras at the Moose!

Masks and Beads were the popular attire at the Mardi Gras Fund Raiser for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society hosted by the West Sacramento Moose Lodge. Everyone had a great time!

Philly Cheese Steaks by Noelle and Deborah

Our members enjoyed our Thursday Night Dinner last week...the special was
Philly Cheesesteak Sammys by Noelle and Deborah!

Chapter Co-Worker Lorna Perrigo --thank you!

Many thanks to Lorna for volunteering to clean our women's restroom.
We need your help to keep our toilet room clean and presentable.
The volunteer schedule is posted on the inside door of the Women’s Room.

Super Bowl fun at the Lodge

Neva May was the big winner at the Lodge Super Bowl Sunday Party...hey Neva..how about a loan?

Serious Fun! With Tom Rigney & Flambeau

The dancers really enjoyed the music of Tom Rigney & Flambeau! A sold out crowd and the dance floor was packed the whole afternoon.