Van Wert Lodge No. 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, recently recognized Debra Laudick as Van Wert Lodge “Elk of the Year” for the 2020-2021 Lodge Year. Deb was presented with a special certificate issued by the Grand Lodge and signed by the Grand Exalted Ruler Paul R. Ryan.
The “Elk Of The Year” is awarded by a Lodge to one of its members who perform extra service “above and beyond” to the Lodge and its charitable works.
From left: Mary Weisman, Exalted Ruler for Van Wert Lodge for 2020-2021 and Debra Laudick.