January COMMANDANT DREW POINTKOUSKI 53 Lenox Drive, Hainesport, NJ Phone # EDITOR//PUBLISHER JANIE MCCLURE

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1 DEPARTMENT of NJ or NATIONAL MCL NEWSLETTER AWARD RECIPIENT 1995,1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 BURLINGTON COUNTY DETACHMENT #695 COMMANDANT DREW POINTKOUSKI 53 Lenox Drive, Hainesport, NJ Phone # EDITOR//PUBLISHER JANIE MCCLURE PRAY FOR OUR TROOPS WILLIAM G. WILSON 201 CHARING WAY MT. LAUREL, NJ (856) January 2013 SR. VICE -COMMANDANT LOU SANTUCCI JR. VICE - COMMANDANT JOE SABOL JUDGE ADVOCATE BOB MATKOWSKI ADJUTANT BILL WILSON PAYMASTER JOHN ZAKIAN SGT-AT-ARM JOE CHUDZINSKI CHAPLAIN BOB RICHTER ONE NATION UNDER GOD IN GOD WE TRUST

2 COMMANDANT S CORNER Happy New Year to all Marines, and Detachment Members! To most of us, 2013 sounds like a science fiction date, yet here we are living the future! The Marine Corps continues to grow and evolve, changing with the times, and continually creating new tactics and equipment. The "New Corps" doesn't look like our "Old Corps" but Marines themselves continue to be made of the "same stuff" as the legends of old. That is why we love to gather together, Marines can be themselves around other Marines (and other service members too, who at least understand us better than civilians do!). Thank you to all who ventured to the January meeting, read through this newsletter to find out about all the topics we covered. Thank you, too, for your continued efforts in our Detachment Programs, especially with recruiting new members, whom we keep adding to our ranks. Grow the League! Keep up the good work - your efforts are recognized by both the Department of NJ and by National. One sad bit of news, we will be losing our long time friend and Chaplain, Bob Richter, who is moving to Clinton, MO to be near his family. We will miss you deeply Bob, yet we understand and fully support you. Please keep in touch; we wish you calm seas and the wind at your back! Please join me in congratulating our new Chaplain, Bill Bergerhuff, who has some big shoes to fill but I comfortably place all my trust and confidence in him! Bill, you are already a good Marine and a very active member of this Detachment, welcome aboard, my friend, thanks for 'stepping up" into this new role. Until next time, I am Always Faithful, J. Drew Pointkouski, Commandant Burlington County Detachment #695 January Birthdays A. Black, L. Cubias, C. Fuson Jr., R. Hughes, M. Iwanicki, A. Opperman, T. Parrott, P. Quinones,Sr. D. Ruch, W. Smith, P. Sozio, F. Weincyzk We Wish You a Very Happy Birthday And a Prosperous Year! JAMES EARL KENNEDYUNIT MARINE CORPS LEAGUE AUXILIARY The Detachment and Auxiliary had a joint meeting. After the announcement in regard to the Valentine s Day luncheon the groups separated and continued their individual meetings. Auxiliary President Betty Sabol called the January 14, 2013 meeting to order. Officers in attendance were President Betty Sabol, Sr. Vice Marie Borrelli, Jr. Vice, Jan Reed, Chaplain Rhonda Kuhn, Guard Peggy Loftus, and Treasurer Mary Lou Hand. Auxiliary members were Eileen Bargerhuff, Sally Loveland and Anne Zakian. Visitors were Denise Hodges and Terry McAllister. Excused members were Secretary Janie McClure, and Judge Advocate Doris Cook. Meeting Minutes were approved as published in previous newsletter Treasurer s Report was read by Treasurer Mary Lou Hand and accepted for audit. Sick and Distressed: Chaplain Rhonda Kuhn s husband is on the mend and doing well. Joanne Scanlon has finished her treatments and is doing much better. Betty Sabol will be having knee surgery on February 11. Ann Cipolone is doing better but is still having breathing problems. Please keep all in your prayers. Communications: New address for Doris Cook is Masonic Home, 902 Jacksonville Road, Room 318 West, Burlington, NJ Maddie Horchak donated to the Unit in memory of her husband John Horchak. The Unit decided to divide the donation between the Scholarship Fund and the Unit s treasury. Old Business: The Valentine s Day Luncheon will be held at Charlie s Other Brother, 1383 Monmouth Rd. Eastampton Twp., on February at 2:00 pm. Choice of food is Prime Rib, Chicken Cordon Blue or Salmon. Cost is $25 per person. Contact John Zakian with reservation and choice of food. Deadline for reservations is February 10th. Anne Zakian spoke to the group about the Wendy s fundraiser. After discussion it was decided not to be a reasonable fundraiser for the group. Jan Reed reported that the free information on Channel 28 was put into action with regard to the Auxiliary and Detachment meetings. This idea is to promote new members for both the Detachment and Auxiliary. The members agreed that it is a good idea and Jan Reed said she would take care of the details. The 2013 Proposed MCL Calendar will be included in this newsletter. Contact Bill Wilson if you have any questions. There being no further business the meeting was closed by President Betty Sabol. The next meeting will be February 11, 2013 at 7:00 pm, VFW in Burlington, NJ. Respectfully Submitted Anne Zakian Acting Secretary

3 UP-COMING EVENTS TOY S FOR TOTS HELPERS TOY S FOR TOTS HELPERS Feb. 7-9 Feb. Feb. March March Midwinter Conference in Tyson's Corner VA. For information call Bill Wilson MCL & MCLA Monthy meeting at 7 p.m. in Valentine Luncheon 2:00 p.m. at Charlie s Other Brother, Marne Hwy. & Monmouth Rd. Easthampton Cost $25.00 pp Reservations needed by Feb.10 to John Zakian as well as choice of meat. Devil Dogs/Fleas Bi- Monthly Meeting at 10:00 a.m. followed by lunch. Dept. Staff Meeting at 12:00 noon MCL & MCLA Monthly meeting at 7 p.m. in THANKS EVERYONE! Bill Wilson would like to thank everyone who helped with the Christmas Party and also who helped collecting and distributing toys for this year's "Toys for Tots" campaign. We had a great year and collected 37,500 toys and gave to 12,500 children. We made a lot of children happy this year and thanks to all for your hard work and dedication. Semper Fi Bill Wilson Detachment Member Lou Santucci Remember Joanne Scanlon, Doris Cook Anna Rainier, Geraldine Abramchak, Jan Schonberg, Jack Hare, John Zakian and Mark Jacobs. Please keep all in your prayers. If you know of any member or any member s family that is sick, distressed, or has passed away, PLEASE Notify Chaplain Bob Richter at Hard working helpers! DUES REMINDER If you have ** in front of your name that denotes you have MCL license plates. You must keep your dues current or the DMV will take away your MCL plates. **J. Dennis, A. DiMitrew, T. Gray, W. Simpson, L. Smith, R. Thibeault, **D. Tuliano, ** J. Young TOYS FOR TOTS DISTRIBUTION CENTER More of the helpers

4 DETACHMENT #695 INC. JANUARY 14, 2013 The January 14, 2013 meeting was a joint meeting with the Auxiliary and was opened by Commandant Drew Pointkowski Sgt-at-Arms Joe Chudzinski led us in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag. Chaplain Bob Richter led the group in prayer. Roll Call of Officers: Commandant Drew Pointkouski Sr. Vice Commandant Lou Santucci Jr. Vice Commandant Joe Sabol Judge Advocate Bob Matkowski Paymaster John Zakian Chaplain Bob Richter Advocate Bill Wilson Sgt-at-Arms Joe Chudzinski Excused Excused Good of the League: Vince Borrelli gave a report from the Valentine Luncheon Committee (Vince Borrelli, Marie Borrelli, and Lou Santucci) and reported they went to several places and the best one was Charlie's Other Brother located at 1383 Monmouth Rd. Eastampton Twp. Mt. Holly, NJ ( Rt. 537 Marne Hwy & Monmouth Rd.). Date February 17, 2013 starting at 2:00 PM. It will be a sit down lunch with the choices Meat, Fish, or Chicken and a cash bar. Cost will be $25.00 per person. The Detachment and the Toys for Tots Foundation will pay for those ladies that helped with the Toys for Tots Christmas Party and for those that helped with distributing toys. Please call John Zakian with your reservation and choice of your meal. You can also send John a check ($ per person) payable to Burlington Co. Det. # 695 with your reservation and choice of your meal. Commandant Pointkouski introduced and welcomed District 8 Vice Commandant Bob Fitch and District 8 Asst. Vice Commandant Joe Iraca to our meeting. Application for new members: Bill Wilson made a motion to accept Deryle McAllister as a member of Burlington County Detachment. This was seconded and passed. Commandant Pointkouski swore in Deryle as a member. WELCOME ABOARD. Correspondence: Thank you letters for Ethel R. Lawrence Homes and Catholic Charities for the help they received from our Toys for Tots Campaign this year and Adjutant Bill Wilson reported he received several phone calls and e- mails from people thanking the Detachment for the help they received. Sick and distressed: John Zakian was home with the Flu. Jack Hare is still home recovering from his illness. Remember Anna Rainier and Mark Jacobs. Please keep all in your prayers. Please give Jack Hare ( ) a phone call. Minutes of the previous meeting were approved as printed in the newsletter. Paymasters Report: Paymasters report was read. Officer s Report: None Committee Reports: Building Committee: Ike Hand reported they are still looking for a building. VAVS: Ike Hand reported that the visit to the Vineland Veterans Home for Christmast was a success. Eagle Scout: Eagle Scout Court of Honor for Eric Franklin is on January 20, 3:00 PM at the Lenape High School, Medford, NJ. Joe Chudzinski will represent our Detachment. Bill Wilson reporting for the Toys For Tots Campaign for 2012 that we collected 37,500 toys and distributed to 12,500 children. Unfinished Business: Adjutant Bill Wilson reported there is a problem with one of our members and has spoken to Judge Advocate Bob Matkowski to set up a meeting with this person to resolve the matter. New Business: Chaplain Bob Richter reported he is moving to Clinton, Missouri to be near his family and has submitted his resignation as Detachment Chaplain. Commandant Pointkouski accepted his resignation with regret and thanked Bob for a job well done. Commandant Pointkouski appointed Bill Bargerhuff as Chaplain to fill the vacancy. Department of New Jersey Leadership School will be held April Location will be determined. The cost will be paid by the Detachment. Bill Bargerhuff and Don Mathews said they would attend and John Loftus will check his calendar. Good of the League: Commandant Pointkouski presented Ike Hand, Joe Chudzinski, and Bill Wilson with VAVS and Community Service Certificates from the Department of New Jersey for them attending the Homeless Veterans Stand Down in Cherry Hill, NJ. Announcements: None There being no further business the meeting was closed by Commandant Drew Pointkouski. The next meeting will be 7:00 p.m., Monday February 11, 2013 at the VFW Post 1817 in Semper Fidelis William G. Wilson, Adjutant MCL DUES NOTICE The MCL National Headquarters will no longer be sending out dues notices. When your yearly dues are due your name will appear in the Burlington County Detachment newsletter. If you have a MCL license plate you must keep your dues current or the NJ DMV will pull your plates. This is the New Jersey DMV's rules not the Dept. of NJ MCL. Thank you Semper Fi Bill Wilson TOUR OF DUTY John Zakian and Moroccan

5 14th 20th 7th-9th 13th 21th-22nd 6th 14th PROPOSED MCL # CALENDAR JANUARY MAY SEPTEMBER Staff Meeting & Commandant s Council 10:00 a.m. Reserve Center, Red Bank, NJ 13th 19th 26th 27th 28th MCL & MCLA Staff Meeting, Reserves Center, Red Bank, NJ, 10:00 a.m. Memorial Day Services at Summerfield United Methodist Church, Philadelphia, PA Memorial Day Services at Corpus Christi Church, Willingboro, NJ Memorial Day Parade, Edgewater Park, NJ 9th 15th 29th Vineland Veteran s Home Visit MCL & MCLA Staff Meeting, 10:00 a.m. Reserves Center, Red Bank, NJ Basilone Parade FEBRUARY JUNE OCTOBER Mid-Winter Conference, Tyson Corners, VA MCL & MCLA Monthly Meeting 7:00 p.m. VFW-Burlington City, Nominations of Officers Valentine s Day Luncheon 2:00 p.m. Charlie s Other Brother 10th 12th 13th-15th Vineland Veteran s Home Visit Department of NJ Convention 14 th??? TFT s meeting at Bill Wilson s house (Date & Time to be announced later) MARCH JULY NOVEMBER Visit to Vineland Veteran s Home MCL & MCLA Staff Meeting, 10:00 a.m. Reserves Center, Red Bank, NJ Northeast Division Conference Bus Trip (TBD) ALL DATES LISTED ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. THEY ARE CORRECT AT THIS TIME. PLEASE READ YOUR MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FOR PERTINENT UPDATES 9th MCL Birthday Ball Beverly National Cemetery Services, 11 am MCL & MCLA Meeting at 7:00 p.m., VFW MCL & MCLA Staff Meeting, Reserves Center, Red Bank, NJ, 10:00 a.m. Devil Dog Grow/Flea Scratch Mtg. at 12:00, Reserves Center, Red Bank, NJ APRIL AUGUST DECEMBER Dept. of NJ Leadership School MCL & MCLA Installation Meeting 2:00 p.m. VFW, 3rd-10th MCL & MCLA National Convention, Grand Rapids, MI Annual Detachment Picnic, Larchmont Swim Club, Mt. Laurel, NJ 3rd-20th 14th 18th Pick-up and Distribute Toys for TFT s Annual Children s Christmas Party Holiday Trip to Vineland Veteran s Home