Remembering Junior and Della St Mary

"Junior" Arsene St. Mary passed away on November 6, 2013 less than 5 months after his wife Della.


Funeral Services for Jr. St. Mary: Friends are welcome for visitation Thursday, November 14, 2013, 9:00am to 12:00pm at the Chapel of the Chimes. And are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral Mass immediately following at 1:00 pm at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1717 El Monte Ave, Sacramento, CA. Interment Sunset Lawn Chapel of the Chimes, 4701 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento, CA.

Loyal supporters of Cajun/Zydeco music, Della and Junior never missed a dance at the West Sacramento Moose Lodge.  We will miss your beautiful presence at those dances Junior and Della! From your good friends Barbara and Buddy Linker.

Mary Della St. Mary passed away Saturday, June 15, 2013. She was 75 years old. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 54 years, Arsene St. Mary, Jr. She is survived by her loving children, Audrey Gradney, Debra Thomas, Arsene St. Mary, III and Troy St. Mary. She is also survived by her brother, Dennis LaTour and a host of Grandchildren and great- grandchildren.
Friends are welcome for visitation Friday, June 21, 2013, 9:00am to 12:00 noon and are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral Mass immediately following at 1:00 pm at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1717 El Monte Ave, Sacramento, CA. Interment Sunset Lawn Chapel of the Chimes, 4701 Marysville Blvd, Sacramento, CA.

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RIP Bob Froggat

Froggatt, Robert W. 12/26/1922 - 04/08/2013 Eternal Hills Mortuary

Old friends Bob Froggatt and Bob Buck at the Lodge
Anniversary Party December 2008.

Remembering Sally Tackett

TACKETT, Sally Anne
Born Aug. 14, 1938 in Sacramento, CA. Called to meet her maker on Apr. 15, 2013, at the age of 74, in Sacramento, CA. Sally is survived by the love of her life, Jim; loving son, Jim Jr.; and the light of her life, granddaughter, Jaimie Lynn. She was the beloved sister of Margaret Neely, Beverly Wescott, Hazel Jernigan, and Claire Case, aunt of many loving nieces and nephews, and FMIL to FDIL. Retired from the State of CA. Lived in West Sacramento for the last 35+ years. Member of the Women of the Moose, West Sacramento Chapter #1431. Charter member of the Moosehopper Campers Club. She adored cooking, traveling the United States in the RV with Jim, and spending time with loved ones. Family and friends are invited to attend memorial services on Apr. 24 at 10:00am at Sacramento Memorial Lawn, 6100 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA. Sally requested memorial donations be sent to Society for the Blind at 1238 S Street, Sacramento, CA 95811. Published in The Sacramento Bee on April 22, 2013 Read more here: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sacbee/obituary.aspx?
This photo of Sally and Jim was shot a few years ago..doing what she
loved most, holding Jim's hand, camping, cooking and socializing with her Moosehopper Camper Club friends.  The photo below was a Moosehopper gathering  in Los Molinos that year, and sadly quite a few of their members have now passed on.

Remembering Claude Raymond "Ray" Bledsoe 1926-2013

Today we joined Ray Bledsoe's family and Moose friends to say aloha to our old friend.  Ray was born in Johnston, South Carolina on July 27, 1926,  passed away on April 5, 2013, and was buried with Military Honors at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery.  Ray was Governor of the West Sacramento Moose Lodge in 1995 and was honored with his Fellowship Degree soon after.  Ray always wore his blue coat with pride.  The Lodge has benefited greatly over the years from Ray's generous support and he was well known for his strict oversight of the Lodge finances. He will be missed by many and remembered as one of the last true gentlemen of our time. Ray leaves his widow Pat and many adopted kids who proudly called him Dad.
This video below was a celebration Ray's 79th Birthday.

Remembering Mark Werner

Mark D. Werner
Mark was active in the Moosehoppers Campers Club.

Mark D. Werner, age 55, died unexpectedly on March 19, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Bonnie Werner and his brother Michael. The youngest of six, Mark graduated from Highlands High School. Before his employment with CalPERS, Mark owned and operated a lawn service, Mother Nature's Son, in North Highlands, Calif. Mark is survived by his loving and beloved wife, Diane Werner, two sisters and two brothers, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, Durda family in-laws, friends and Mark's 'kids' Rusty and Rosie. Mark loved being with Diane, our families, and going camping with the Moosehoppers of the W. Sac. Moose Lodge. Mark also loved being an Uncle to his many nieces and nephews. Mark's happy smile, personality and love of life will be remembered by those who loved him. A memorial will be held on April 5, 2013 at 1pm at the Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 4706 Arden Way, Carmichael, Calif. Guest Pastor Michael Guisande will officiate. Published in The Sacramento Bee on March 31, 2013 Read more here: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sacbee/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=163935721#storylink=cpy

Remembering Darlene Hillsman

Darlene Lynne Hillsman (1940 - 2013)

   Darlene was active in the Moosehoppers Camper Club.  

Darlene Lynne Hillsman
Oct 26, 1940-Mar 18, 2013
Resident of Sacramento
A loving wife, sister, mother, step-mother, grandmother, great grandmother & friend. She is survived by her husband, David C. Hillsman; siblings David & Dennis Conley; children Dorene Griffin, Colleen Knox, Curtis Romero, & Shelly Connors; step-children Barbara Dishon, April Estrada, & Jackie Knutson; 13 grandchildren, & 1 great grandchild. She was a graduate of Fremont High School in 1958. She also worked at Tandem Computers Inc. and retired from Compaq Computers. She will be greatly missed. Family and friends are invited to join us at a Memorial Service on March 27, 2013 at 1pm, at Heritage Park (Clubhouse), 2481 Heritage Park Lane, Sacramento, CA. 95835.

Pinochle Birthday Honors..Circa 1993

Left to Right: Milo Housh, Jerry Samla, Carmen Smith, Gary Ruhlow, Barbara Laurenzi, Kate Borovansky, Lucille King.

Remembering Dick Gorman

Richard A. Gorman Born 9/15/28 Minneapolis, Minnesota, son of William E. and Harriet (Misner) Gorman. Entered into rest 9/21/12, at home in West Sacramento. Husband for 62 years of the late Bernadine 'Dee' Gorman, he is survived by his ten children: Richard (Alice); Sr. Jean-Marie, RSM; Michael (Shelly); Jenny Ritter; Kate Panos (Mike); Patricia; Tim; Fran Pezzuto (Don); John (Peaches); Bill (Marina). Brother of Gary (Alice) and Kate Mahoney; brother-in-law of Virginia Hall, Paul Lyle and Lillian Geoffrey. Beloved grandfather of 30 and great-grandfather of 10. Leader of a generation of Boy Scouts and Sea Scouts, 'Skip' was awarded the Silver Beaver Award in 1967, Scouting's highest civilian honor, for Distinguished Service to Boyhood. Member of WS Kiwanis Club over 45 years, where he served two terms as President and as Lt. Governor. Longtime director of Kiwanis Kamp for Kids. Member of Our Lady of Grace Parish. Founder, with wife Dee, of Gorman's Stationery. Visitation at River Cities Funeral Home, 910 Soule St., on Wednesday, Sept. 26, from 4 p.m. with Vigil Service at 7 p.m. Mass of the Resurrection to be offered Thursday, Sept. 27 at 10:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Grace Church, 911 Park Blvd, West Sacramento. A reception will follow the service. Private inurnment. Remembrances to Kiwanis Family House, 2875 50th St., Sacramento, CA 95817 or Sea Scout Ship Neptune, 1966 Park Bl., W. Sacramento, 95691. Published in The Sacramento Bee from September 25 to September 26, 2012.
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Sally Buchholz moving to Seattle

Sally has been a smiling face institution at our West Sacramento Moose Lodge for more than 20 years. I first met her when we were new members together in the old days. Sally has held many chapter chairs, was active on the ritual team, worked as a volunteer bar tender, and has washed too many dishes by hand to even count. Sally has retired to live in Washington to be near her family. We will sure miss our dear friend

RIP Laurie Albers

Laurie was one of the "old timer" Monday Night pinochle players at the West Sacramento Moose Lodge. Your friends and team mates will sure miss you Laurie!
ALBERS, Laurene 'Laurie'
Entered into rest September 6, 2012 in her West Sacramento home at the age of 77. Beloved wife of the late Robert Albers. Loving mother of Jeffery Albers (Chantell). Dear sister of Bonnie Poe (Jim), Charles Lowas (Barbara), Jim Lowas (Vickie) & Maryjean Cacci (Nick). Devoted grandmother of 18. Also survived by four step daughters and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by two brothers, Gary (Jane) and Cliff (Jan). Visitation hours will be Tuesday, September 11, 2012 from 2:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. with a 6:00 P.M. Vigil all at River Cities Funeral Chapel, 910 Soule St., West Sacramento. The Mass of Christian Burial will be offered Wednesday, September 12, at 10:00 A.M. at Holy Cross Church, 1321 Anna St., West Sacramento. Entombment, Calvary Cemetery. Memorials preferred to the American Lung Assoc .
Published in The Sacramento Bee on September 9, 2012

Mortgage Burning Party 2005

Photos from the West Sacramento Moose Lodge Anniversary Party in December of 2005
when everyone participated in the ceremonial burning of the mortgage.

RIP Larry "Jesse" Mendoza

Jesse 'Larry' Mendoza entered into rest August 10, 2012 in Sacramento. Beloved husband of 46 years to Anna Mendoza. Loving father of Steven Mendoza (Renee) and Elizabeth Slape (Harry). Dear brother of Rosemary Romero (Jesus), Heliodoro Escamilla, Elias Escamilla (Lisa) and Adam Escamilla. Devoted grandfather of A.J. and Andrew Slape and great-grandfather of Gabriella Slape. Preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life Service on Thursday, August 16, 2012 at 10:00 A.M. at River Cities Funeral Chapel, 910 Soule St., West Sacramento. Private inurnment.
Published in The Sacramento Bee on August 14,2012

The Taco Crew lost one of their team today. RIP Jesse.

RIP Lou Toloy

RIP Lou Toloy. If there was ever a dance at the Moose, you would find Lou and Frank there cutting a rug; she especially loved Cajun/Zydeco music. Lou passed away on Monday August 6th. Your friends at the West Sacramento Moose will sure miss you Lou!

Remembering Rusty C. Mendez

R.I.P. Rusty Mendez. Rusty was a graduate of Washington High School and was an outspoken activist for her community. She served several terms on the City of West Sacramento Parks and Recreation Commission and her leadership was instrumental to many successful park projects. She will be remembered with love by her family and many many friends.

Remembering Ala Merle Savage Goldfuss

ALA MERL GOLDFUSS, 89 (1923-2012)

LAKELAND, FL - Ala Merl Goldfuss, 89, died of heart failure on 5/15/12. Survived by a loving family. Central Florida Casket Store & Funeral Chapel.

Published in Ledger on May 16, 2012
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Also known as Ala Merl Lillian Mobbs, divorcing from Wilburn A. Mobbs in 1954, she lived out her last days at Moosehaven in Florida. She was an extremely interesting person and was active in the WOTM while I was a member.  Blessed with a gift of gab and natural quick wit, she did the best job as Installing Senior Regent of any I have every seen. She was married to former West Sacramento LOOM Governor Gerald Goldfuss two times, once in 1969 then again in 1972.  I heard that one time she walked into a bar and saw her man with another woman and shot him.  I guess that wouldn't have been Jerry..

She was a very stylish dresser and an extreme hoarder as her car was always piled high with papers and shit.  I don't know how she fit into it.  She was quite a flirt and I heard she had a fling with the administrator before he died.

Some of our wonderful gentlemen!

Top Photo: Ed (Pinky) Calles, Ray Pleinis, and Bob Collins in their matching vests.

Lower Photo: The Legion's Old Guard-Larry Peterson, Bob Buck, Gene Evenson and Frank Engardt cooking Sunday Breakfast!

Meet your Administrator

This is John Pearce, the Administrator of the West Sacramento Moose Family Center. John terminated his position in the Fall of 2012.

The Cocoloco Luau

The Cocoloco Luau event turned out great! Many thanks to Chairman Cindy Placido and the Membership/Retention Committee for their hard work. Every seat in the house was sold out and the entertainment by the River City High School Syncopating Sea Monkeys was wonderful.

Remodeling the Social Quarters

Here are a few shots of Nos, Craig, John, Chona, Justin, Charlie, Charlie, Jr., Ted, Todd, Steve,TJ and the rest of the crew who are working hard to get the remodel completed in the social quarters!

Remembering Bob Myrick

Brace "Bob" Myrick. Thirty days ago on Friday evening, December 30, 2011, Bob passed away at home at age 65. He was born on September 8, 1946 in Sacramento, CA. He was one of twin boys born to Hank and Barbara Myrick. He was married to Carol Myrick for 20 years. He graduated from Hiram Johnson. He became a Mechanical Technician for Hertz Penske Trucking in 1975, and retired in 2008 after 33 years of service. He was a loyal member of the Teamsters Union 150 for 41 years, and a member of the Moose Lodge 1762. He will be remembered as a man who enjoyed playing pool, fishing, pheasant hunting, golfing, and as a coach for Washington Little League and Washington Softball League. He was preceded in death by his parents. Left to cherish his memories are his children Robert Myrick and Mary Hernandez, Michelle Somkopoulos and husband Speros, Shari Dotson and husband Denny; his twin brother William Myrick and wife Janice, his sister Dixie Vereschegan and husband Pete; his grandchildren Celia Almerez, Morgan Almerez, Joshua Myrick, Deanna Hernandez, Tristen Dotson, as well as many other family members. There were no services. Those who knew my father will truly miss him. I love you daddy.Published in The Sacramento Bee on January 31, 2012