Ohio Elks Northwest District Supports Local Veterans

In remembering our Veterans Northwest Lodges have busy with donations and events honoring our Heroes.

Pictured are Officers of Upper Sandusky #83 surrounded with filled Elk bags ready to be delivered to OVH.Offering their support was the American Legion and Eagles in Carey Ohio.

Wives of the Ohio Elks State Officers made Fleece blanket throws

At our recent District meeting State Officers Visitation in Findlay #75, Defiance #147, Toledo #53, Lima#54, Donated a large variety of needs. Hand knit hats. Puzzles, CD’s, Art & Crafts supplies, personal hygiene, new clothes, Christmas lights snacks etc.

On October 21st Fremont #169 Hosted a dinner for our Veteran members and guests. A home cooked meal was served to all to enjoy. PSP Dan Beaston was guest speaker reflecting on how our Veteran are so very special to us you for serving our country but  for also being member of our Elks Lodge, as we say Best People on Earth.

Special recognition, Honorary Life Member was given to member Ned Robinett 99 years old a 62 year old member.

Each Veteran was presented with a personalized certificate from Grand thanking them for their service to our country. Hand made cards created by pre school- 5th grade were also given out.