Van Wert Elks #1197 Honor Elk of the Year
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.