Eugene Sara Detachment Marine Corps League PO Box 2051 Billings, MT 59103 WEB www.eugenesara.com email esmarinecorpsleague@gmail.com Commandant - Joe Aguilar Editor - Tim Bender Distribution Joe Aguilar Advertising Jim Borner, Photos Tim & Patricia Bender, Eva Aguilar Commandants Message Greetings, Members and friends of the Marine Corps League, The end of June upon us and so is the busy season. Well, we are almost done with the headstones at the cemetery. On June 22, Tom Jones and Tiny Metcalf came to help Ralph McKinney and myself with the mixing of concrete for the headstone pads. On the 23rd, Tom came again to help finish up on the first 68 pads. We have nine more to do and the back fill will begin. On July 27, Burt and Anita held their patio party, which was very well attended by members and their wives. Attending were Joe and Eva, Tiny, Jeannie and Becky, Ralph and Karen, Dennis and Barbara, Jim Borner Bill Bishop, Tom and Donna Lowry, Chris and Lady Grubbs, a great time was had 1
Senior Vice Commandant Report: From your Senior Vice, Remember to recruit, recruit, recruit!!! Dennis Sitzler, Sr. Vice Jr. Vice Commandant Report: Marines, Hello, fellow Marines! Due to my current work schedule I am not able to host the patio parties this summer. Burt & Anita s party was successful, pictures will follow in this letter. Chris Grubs will host the patio party for July at his new home on the 11th at 1600hrs at 2861 Colton Blvd on the west end and Dennis Sitzler in August. This Fourth of July, after the Laurel Parade, Laurel Ford is hosting the High Five Wounded Warrior Car Tour again at Noon. Col. Folsom will return and a Marine Corps General is on tap to be there with a second car to sign. Please attend if you can. Thanks again to all our members, Marines, sponsors and your families. Semper Fi Chaplains Report: Fellow Marines and families, Hi, Again, we are called upon to inform all that has happened this past month. I have performed several marine prayers at funerals along with some firing details. The 22nd of June I did a funeral in Deer Lodge, Mt. for Robert Steinberger. I was on the same Honor Flight with him and his daughter and she asked if I could do the prayer at his service, how can you say no to such an honor? I did a lot at riverside cemetery string lines, digging, pouring concrete, and setting headstones. I'm not forgetting others, for I'm sure it will be covered by the other officers. Made a trip to Washington State to see my brother, who has advanced stage of Alzheimer's. It is getting hot out, so I guess it's summer. A big thank you to Charles Doolittle for he has been my rock. My faith is strong, but I'll be honest, Charles has certainly helped me keep it together up to this point. I ask the Lord to continue to stick by me and also with everyone else. God Bless everyone and please give as much as possible to the league. Remember Marines are known for first to fight, now as retired Marines, lets be first to help. Thank you all for what you do. Simper Fi & God Bless all. James Borner, Chaplain (406)850-1802 Tim Bender (406)697-5968 tim.mtlonegunman@gmail.com 2
Paymasters Report: It's summer time and I'm taking my vacation to Alaska starting 6 July and will be back for the September meeting. Burt Gigoux will cover for me. Have a great summer, I'll see you in the fall. Tom Jones, Paymaster/ Adjutant July 2015 MCL Events: July 4th Laurel Parade @11am and Laurel Ford wounded Warrior event @12 Noon July 11th Patio Party at Chris Grubbs home 2861 Colton Blvd @ 1600hrs. July13th Regular MCL business meeting @1900hrs at the reserve center 2913 Gabel Rd. July 17th Color Guard at Pioneer Park for Big Sky State Games opening ceremony August 15th Patio Party at Dennis Sitzlers home at 3905 Westveiw 1600hrs Cmdt Aguilar presents Bill & Mary Kennedy with a plaque & Certificate of appreciation at their new store grand opening 3
Marine Corps League Eugene Sara Detachment #418 Meeting Minutes May 11, 2015 Meeting called to order @ 1900 Officers present: Joe Aguilar, (Commandant) excused, Sr. Vice Dennis Sitzler, Jr. Vice Tim Bender, Chaplain Jim Borner, Past Commandant Tiny Metcalf and Sgt at Arms Tom Lowry, Paymaster/Adjutant Tom Jones, Judge Adv. Chris Grubs (sick) excused New Applications for membership : None Last Meeting Minutes: Approved as read With a change to Warriors on the water Miles City Squad minutes: See Miles City Page Correspondence: Received card from Charles Doolittle with a $50 check Paymasters Report: Paymasters records subject to audit, total membership stands at 96 Senior Vice: The Cabelas Armed Forces Day BBQ netted a nice chunk of money for Wounded Warriors. Junior Vice: The Patio Party will be at Burt and Anita's Home on Janie St.. Good times and good food for all. Jr. Past Commandant: Presented brochures for the Montana Wounded Warriors program based in Kalispell, MT. Adjutant: Advised members who receive renewal notices to send it in ASAP. They have been having issues in DC. If you do not get your Member card within six weeks, let the Adjutant know. The Convention in Kalispell enjoyed good weather, but cancelled the rifle competition due to weather threat. Polson did a good job hosting the event. Raffle for next year will have $20 tickets instead of the more expensive ones. The state is going to institute a four dollar per member charge on the detachments to help defray the state MCL departments operating expenses. Detail Commander: On June 6th, we will be conducting a Shooting Detail/Color Guard for a Navy Corpsman at 1300hrs. June 28th We will conduct a Color Guard for the Symphony in the Park at Pioneer Park. Report of any member or family member s family sick or in distress: Nick Nemsgern was in the hospital and is now home. Joes sister is very ill, hence Joe is in California. Jim s brother in Washington state is in bad shape from Alzheimers. Standing Committees: Riverside Cemetery Detail All holes have been dug, forms have been set and oiled. The ystill need work on alignment and pouring of the cement. Jim took the old stones to have names taken off. Veterans Council No report /no summer meetings 4
Meeting Minutes (continued) Young Marines None Toys for Tots None Finance Committee None Birthday Ball We are beginning to look into getting a rifle to raffle for the ball fundraiser, also beginning to look for a hall to host the ball. Good of the League Next Gun Show is in August Old Business NONE New Business Marine Marion Ellis was introduced Next meeting will be @ 1900 on July 13th, 2015 Meeting adjourned at 2003 hrs. More pictures from the Patio Party at Burt & Anita s home Thanks again, to all of our members and sponsors for all of your continuing support throughout the past and current year. You are all important to our continuing programs and events. 5
Judge Advocates Report: No Report Chris Grubs, Judge Advocate Department Senior Vice Report: Marines, Howdy All! Not much right now. The 4th Parade in Laurel, Big Sky State Games in the middle of the month. Waiting for word from Pompeys Pillar on Clark days for a Fundraiser doing Hamburgers and Dogs, That s On the 25th. Keep cool and see you around The department is going to do a Raffle later on in the year. $1000 First prize, $750 2nd prize, $500 and $250 prizes These prizes will be at the next convention. Semper Fi Lloyd (Tiny) Metcalf, Sr. Vice Dept. of Montana 6
Sergeant at Arms Report: Marines, July is going to be busy as we have the Laurel parade on the 4th, the high five event at Laurel Ford also on the 4th. The Big Sky State games on the 17th. Help out with these events if you can. I will be un available for a few weeks here but will be back soon. Enjoy the start of the summer season! Semper Fi, Tom Lowry Sgt at Arms/Detail Cmdr Burt & Anita relax in their yard during the patio Party 7
All, The Captains corner is short this time as the reserve drill weekend limited the time available to the Captain. Marines, Sailors, and Marine Family Members, This last week we promoted First Sergeant Leibfried to Sergeant Major. Please, if you see him before he departs give him your congratulations. Also this month Sergeant Major takes off to ANGLICO in Camp Pendleton. We wish him fair winds and following seas as he departs for his first tour as a Battalion Sergeant Major. We will welcome aboard First Sergeant Peterson next week. Also some good news, Staff Sergeant Pickett and his wife, Mayra, welcomed their second son, Jax, into the world. We are remaining busy as we enter the Annual Training season. Please put on your calendars the Navy Reserve Centennial Picnic and BBQ on August 22, from 10 am to 1 pm at North Park, then the Navy Ball will be the same day from 6 pm-11:45 pm at the Northern Hotel. Contact 406-373-8645 for details on that or the Navy ball. Thank you Tiny for stopping by to begin the planning for the Ball. We are behind on our fundraising and picking the venue so please, if you have any input, contact Staff Sergeant Pickett the ball committee chairman. Semper Fidelis, Diana J. Salmela Capt/USMC 8
Miles City Squad B Meeting Minutes May 5th, 2015 Meeting called to order by Squad Leader Dee Murray All Officers Present, Minutes from last (Apr) meeting read & approved. No new applications. Old Business John Reed gave a report on the BSA shooting program. Leonard & Deb Rodell gave a report on the 4th of July Parade meeting, their next meeting is on 5-27-15, James can attend. There is still one seat open on the Warriors on the waters trip. Color Guard for College graduation on Friday at noon, rehearsal with VFW. Ed & James will attend. We are now in the Summer uniform (with jacket optional). New Business Flag Day 6/14/15 -- Flag burning at the Veterans Cemetery with the VFW & Legion, evening ceremony possibly at 2000hrs. For flags that need to be disposed of. Next meeting June 2, 2015 Meeting adjourned at 2000hrs. Miles City Squad B Meeting Minutes cont. June 2nd, 2015 Meeting called to order by Squad Leader Dee Murray All Officers Present, Minutes from last (May) meeting read & approved. No new applications. Old Business 4th of July meeting, 6/10/15 at the Cellar at 1500hrs. Sunday, 6/14/15 (Flag Day) meet at the courthouse facility at 1830 in uniform for practice. Flag burning at 1900hrs with the VFW & Legion. Flag presentation at Riverside Park on July 4th at noon. Practice will be held on the 3rd, bring extra chairs and a card table. Put out email to see who wants to walk or ride in the 4th of July parade Next meeting is 7/7/15 at 1900hrs Meeting adjourned at 2000 9
Here is a list of events for the Young Marines July 2015 events: 2nd - 1000 - until sales slow down - Possible flag sales in Laurel (if enough interest) 1800-2000 St. John's Concert 4th - 915 Laurel Parade 7th - drill night 9th - St. John's Concert 10-11 - Relay for Life, West High School 14- Drill Night 16 - St. John's Concert 18-19 - Jim Bridger Parade/ Unit Encampment/ Swim Quals 21 - Drill Night 27 - Drill Night 30 - St. Johns' Concert 10