Vietnam Veterans of America

Gold Star Mother Julie Vinnedge talks about her foundation, "Dream Riders."  

 Sadly, another brother passed away this year.  Paul Lehnard, was a long time member. He served with the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment in Vietnam.

Tom Brophy (L.) and Carl Boley demonstrate the new Ipad with the "Square" point of sale device attached.  The "Square" allows patrons to make credit card donations.

The Chapter is planning a Trivia Night fundraising event for Saturday October 28th. Spread the word to your friends, relatives, and neighbors.  For more information about this fun evening, see the contact information on the flyer below.

Member Dennis Hamilton addresses the Chapter about the Arnold VFW War Memorial

The Chapter also a held fundraiser at the Walmart Highlands store in Manchester on September 2nd and 3rd. Customers  were as generous as usual. The management and staff at Walmart are to be commended for their cooperation and support.  And again, we are grateful for the Chapter Members who sacrificed part of their holiday weekend. It is their dedication that allows us to do the good that we do.  See photos below of some of those selfless individuals. Thanks to all who volunteered.

Walmart Highlands

Chapter 1028 Newsletter

Guest Speakers

Waiting for the meeting to start.

Paul Lehnard

The Chapter held fundraisers at the Dierbergs stores in Arnold and Fenton on July 1st. Customers at both locations were as generous as usual.  The management and staff at both stores are to be commended for their cooperation and support.  And of course, we are grateful for the Chapter Members who sacrificed part of their holiday weekend. It is their dedication that allows us to do the good that we do.  See photos below of some of those selfless individuals. Thanks guys and gals.

July - Sept 2017  

Wayne Kaufman of the Kaufman Fund

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Julianne Najar, founder of "A Soldier's Wish List."

Tom Brophy models a jacket donated by ASWL

At the Meetings

Fundraisers

Gary Hutchison Memorial Chapter 1028

Ed Ucinski of American Legion Post 400

Gone, but not Forgotten

Dierbergs store director Tom Hamm accepts an award of recognition from the Chapter.  Presenting are members Stan Nelms, Gregg Follmer, and Lloyd Wilson.