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Official Publication of The American Legion, Department of Ohio VOLUME 87, NO. 2 April | May | June 2021 2021 MID-WINTER CONFERENCE HELD IN COLUMBUS The American Legion Depart- from the Legion family in atten- educating our legionnaires during ment of Ohio hosted its annual Mid- dance was extraordinary. We man- the conference. Winter Conference from March aged to meet 100% of our set goal. The Leadership and Member- 12th-14th, 2021 at the Crown Pla- We also featured a full set of ship awards banquet was a huge za North. Members of the Ohio Committee and Commission success with being able to congre- American Legion, American Le- meetings to replace some the tradi- gate together in a limited capacity gion Auxiliary, Sons of the Amer- tional Spring meetings to conduct since the Covid-19 pandemic hit. ican Legion, and American Le- and facilitate Legion business. The Legionnaires were able to witness gion Riders gathered from around Department of Ohio would like to over 70 Posts and Districts receive the state to conduct business and thank the Chairmen, volunteers awards, including over $12,000.00 gain knowledge of the functions and coordinators who dedicated in award money earned by Posts and programs of The American their time and knowledge to make and Districts. Congratulations to Legion. Once again this year, we these meetings successful. A spe- all the Posts and Districts that re- teamed up with The American cial thank you to the Department ceived membership awards this Commander Friend being escorted by Auxiliary’s Donna Ray Red Cross to host a blood drive Service Offi cers for going above year and thank you to all that at- in order to give back to the com- and beyond with setting up for the tended the 2021 Mid-Winter Con- munity and support The American conference, providing assistance ference. We look forward to seeing Legion Blood Donor Program. The with meeting minutes, Emblem you this summer at the Department amount of support and donations Sales aid as well as supporting and Convention in Independence.

During our Mid-Winter Conference Banquet Awards Dinner 2021 members enjoy the company of each other with (left to right) Aaron Cunningham, John R. Fox Post 631 District 4; Robert “Bob” White, Brecksville Post 196, All stand for opening remarks at the Legion Riders session Leadership and Awards Banquet District 13; John Life, Commander Streetsboro Post 685, District 14; Dave and Pebble Cobb, Post 566, District 14; Donna and Joe Ruland, Parma Post 572, District 13 Commander. PAID Non-Profi t Non-Profi Organization Permit No. 124 U.S. POSTAGE U.S. POSTAGE Mailed From 53818

During the Leadership and Membership Awards Banquet: Rick Perales Police Dept Law Enforcement Officer Former Member of the Ohio House of Representatives gives an encouraging of the Year 2020, Sgt Jason D. Lapp acceptance speech for "State Legislature of the Year" with 1st Vice Commander and wife Gretchen of Bellefontaine, Jean Wilson and Adjutant Suzette Heller looking on. Perales recognized our nominated by Post 173, 2nd District. Veterans and 1st Responders, as well as Jermaine Ferguson and Suzette Heller for their continued support in being at every hearing to support the veteran related legislation. PO Box 8007 • 60 Big Run Rd Delaware, OH 43015 LEGION NEWS LEGION hio O cial Publication of  Ohio of Legion, Department e American  of cial Publication O

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Post Activities Coordinator new membership coordina- My S.A.L. eligibility comes Ph: 740-816-7596 tor for the American Legion from my father who served E: [email protected] Department of Ohio. I have during Vietnam. He received both Post and District experi- two purple hearts. Elisha Hoeft - Front Desk Administrator Ph: 740-362-7478 ence and hope that will help My passion has always been E: [email protected] me to help you. I joined the to help people. This position Andrew Klingler Program Admin Air Force after high school lets me help all my fellow Le- Ph: 740-513-1787 was stationed at Spangdlhem, gionnaires. Thank you for your John Robinson E: [email protected] Germany. I was discharged support and patience as I learn Membership – SAL – Post Activities Coordinator after finding out that I had this position. April | May | June 2021 OHIO LEGION NEWS PAGE 3 DEPARTMENT COMMANDER Legion- look back and feel proud. We given me the opportunity to the corner and with things for them. Again thank you for naires: Greet- battled the pandemic and still represent The American Le- opening up due to the vacci- all that you do. ings from were able to meet most mem- gion Dept. of Ohio. The sup- nations it will be good to see your Com- bership goals. The challenges port and dedication were sec- everyone there. Now is the For God and Country mander. As we faced has made us stronger. ond to none and ask that you time to reach out to your fel- the year is Communication was the key to continue to give that to your low members (buddy check) so

Roger Friend winding our success. next Commander. they know that you care, and Dept. Commander down, we can I am honored that you have Our convention is just around the American Legion is there 1st VICE COMMANDER Dear Legion ing you to reach out and bring that and neighbors. You are maybe the our American Legion! So many do ment Adjutant Suzette Heller and Family, member back to the American Le- only person they have checking on such great work taking care of our Department staff have been work- Greetings gion. We need them and believe it them and it means more than you Veterans, their families and our ing very tirelessly to ensure we to everyone! I or not they need us. We can achieve know to them when you do. Please Children and Youth. have an extraordinarily success- hope that you a lot when we put forth the effort. I take a minute to call or stop by! As we head for the Department ful convention while keeping our and your fam- know for those who do their mem- Have you signed up for the 100 Convention July 09th, 10th and members safe. I am very thank- ily are well. bership on Mylegion it has been Miles of Hope? If you have not it 11th ,2021 in Independence, Ohio, ful that I have had the opportunity Jean Wilson 1st Vice Commander Time is fl y- diffi cult to say the least, but the is not too late! Go to the American I am overwhelmed that my hopes, to work with Commander Friend, ing by and our issues will be solved, and we will Legion National website and do it! dreams, and dedication of wanting 2nd Vice Teis, Treasurer Stennis, Department Convention is fast ap- be back to doing our membership Proceeds benefi t our Veterans and to continue to serve our Depart- Adjutant Heller, the Department proaching! But we still have a lot of quickly, effectively and save time Children Foundation. $20.00 do- ment of Ohio American Legion Staff, and the Department Execu- unfi nished business to accomplish! and money. It is hard to ask you to nation will get you signed up! You are coming to fruition of becoming tive Board. It has been very trying I hope that you are still working on be patient but please do and if you can order shirts, caps, pins, coins Department of Ohio American Le- at times with the Covid and the is- your Post membership. There are call either National or Department from Emblem Sales. gion Commander. For those who sues that have risen due to it, but we so many of our members who did for assistance, please be respectful In the past two months as things know me, you know the long jour- are working thru it every day. not renew their dues. Please reach to the people trying to assist you. have been opening, I have had the ney that I have been on to accom- I hope to see you at the Depart- out to those members again and see Please make sure your Post fi lls opportunity to travel to several plish this. I want to say that I am ment Convention in July but if you what the issue is. Did they simply out their Consolidated Post report Posts and Districts and I just want thankful for the opportunity that are unable to attend, I hope that I forget? Have they been in the hos- and Certifi cation of Offi cers forms. you all to know how much see- I am about to receive, and I will see you in my travels very soon. pital or nursing home? Have they They are particularly important. ing everyone has meant to me. It continue to work hard with my fel- You all are my family members, fallen on hard times and cannot af- I hope you have continued to do has been wonderful to see mem- low Legion Offi cers to see that our and I cannot wait to see you! ford their dues at this time? Did we your Buddy Checks. It is so very bers of my Legion Family and to Department gets back to the top “Together We Are Better!” fail to keep the member engaged? imperative for us to check on our see the determination within Posts in membership and keep our pro- God Bless, There is a reason, and I am ask- fellow Legion members, relatives, and Districts to continue to serve grams top notched! Our Depart- Jean Wilson 2nd VICE COMMANDER Greetings fel- port during the last 2 years as your scheduled Department activities all especially the “Birthday Boys” Finally, keep promoting our Four low Legion- Department 2nd Vice. I hope, and so far. The Bowling Tournament, from the Streetsboro Post. Pillars and doing our Legion work naires and all promise to you, that I will continue Hosted by Miamisburg Post 165 The 2021 Department Golf Tour- especially “Buddy Checks” on our Legion Fam- to serve you and The Department and Chairman Peggy Gross, was nament will be held at Community older Vets to let them know we and ily Members of Ohio to the best of my ability smaller than in the past but was a Golf Course in Dayton Hosted by their Posts have not forgotten them. across this and will always put our Veterans total success and all participants Kettering Post 598 on July 24-25. The membership year is not over great state of fi r s t . still had a great time. The Euchre Flyer and registration forms are on yet so keep renewing your mem- Brad Teis 2nd Vice Commander Ohio. I hope I have enjoyed traveling around Tournament Hosted by Hamler the Department website under Post bers. If any assistance is needed you and your the state to visit Posts, Districts, Post 262 also was a great success Activities. Camping at the Post is please contact me at 2ndvice@ohi- families are all safe and well and and especially all of the Depart- with 44 teams participating and being offered up to 40 sites. Con- olegion.com or my cell at 330-418- have been able to get your vaccines ment Activities. I want to thank special thanks to Bill Oberhaus tact Post for reservations. Come 7161. I hope to see you all at the if you have elected to. I believe the all of the Posts and Districts who for his hard work and for the hos- have some fun with us. Department Convention worst is now behind us and we will have hosted our Department Activ- pitality. Lastly the Department The Department Trap Shoot is With the Pandemic almost be- soon be back to normal, hopefully ities and all of the Volunteers who Pool Tournament was April 16-18 the last Activity for this year and it hind us remember: As a wise by this summer. helped make these events so suc- Hosted by Zanesville Post 29 and will be held September 12th at Car- Chaplain once said, Step back, take With the Department Convention cessful. Without you we would not thanks to Jason Chapman the tour- dinal Center and Hosted by Johns- a deep breath and remember God right around the corner I would be able to hold these events. again nament ran without a hiccup. The ville Post 754. This information is is in control. like to take this time to thank each THANKS. food, the hospitality, and the enter- also on the website under Post Ac- Let’s Grow OH-IO “1” Veteran and every one of you for your sup- We have been able to hold all tainment was fantastic. Fun had by tivities. at a time. God Bless you all. DEPARTMENT HISTORIAN

How’s it? be available to visit your posts. Congratulations to Post 236 torian-2/ done in 2020-2021. Spring and As historian, I have made it my Newton Falls Rick Nelson for the Thank you Commander Rog- God speed to all of you, for God Summer to- priority to cover what, who and best mid-year report, who will re- er and working with Jean, Brad and Country - gether means how you do it with my travel- ceive an Emblem Sales Tie. and Suzette and to learn, fellow- In Your Service, Sprummer, ing companion, Mrs. Department Thank you to all posts for sub- ship and record what you all have Al Beyer, Department Historian right? Wrong! Historian, my wife Dayna also mitting your post year books for Al Beyer With covid, it’s the Auxiliary Department Histo- judging. The best overall Year Dept. Historian been a bum- rian. We are proud and honored book for 2019-2020 and 2020- mer, however, to represent Department of Ohio. 2021 will be submitted to nation- that did not stop our posts across Thank you to the following al for judging. O-H-I-O from working our pro- posts who submitted their Mid- I encourage all of you to con- grams and making history. Year reports. tinue gathering your history as Our Mid-Winter Conference Post 88 Harry Higgins the events, programs and projects that came late in spring showed District 5: Ronald Dull happen. Take the pictures, write the accomplishments of our posts Post 447 Plymouth the stories and post them on your reaching their goals by leaps and District 5 Facebook and or SHARE them bounds. With the closure of posts Post 236 Newton Falls on the Facebook page, Legion While out capturing Legion history, always a good time and great food at the due to the pandemic, I was still District 9: Rick Nelson Historian https://www.facebook. Hillbilly Breakfast at Colonel Crawford Post 181 in Bucyrus, District 5. (L to R) able to get out and visit with posts com/pg/daynabeyer.44813/posts/ Post 421 Clifton Fairview Park Ty Bowers, Post Chaplain; Ron Lambert SAL 1st Vice Commander; Past 5th to help archive their history for and on the department website District 13: Steve Toppel District Commander, Denny Teynor, Post Finance Offi cer; Tony Michelak, Post the record. And I will continue to https://www.ohiolegion.com/his- Commander; and Past 5th District Commander, Al Beyer, Department Historian. PAGE 4 OHIO LEGION NEWS April | May | June 2021 HELLER’S HORIZONS CHAPLAIN’S CORNER I do hope creating it if we can. Change is the “Events” tab, then “Depart- Have you ever should take advantage of the op- that all of you constant, next to time. ment Convention.” We have found yourself portunities they have in their life are healthy The 2021 Membership Year is made registering delegates and in a place you and be grateful for the present situ- and happy. I coming to a close quickly! We alternates easier by providing didn’t want to ation. know that are about to embark upon the an electronic option. PLEASE, be in? If you Sometimes we are given what isn’t the case 2022 Membership Year in just SCROLL DOWN to Questions have, did you we think is a bum hand when life’s for everyone, a few weeks (July 1st). As your #84, #85, and #86 and CLICK grumble about cards are dealt but if we are able to Suzette Heller being there? I stop complaining and start look- Dept. Adjutant and I wish you Adjutant (Administrator), the SUBMIT! We will provide an Melissa Fowle prayers and information you are required electronic receipt to the per- Dept. Chaplain know I have. ing, we might fi nd that we actual- peaceful hearts on your jour- to provide to Department and son who certifies the delegates/ But now I look back and realize ly have a really good hand …it just neys, whatever it is you are en- National is critical to all of our alternates, electronic or oth- that God put me where He wanted depends on how you play it. And, during. It is hard to believe that successes. Our data is only as erwise. As the Post Delegate me to be…where I needed to be. if you partner with God, you can this past May 2nd, I celebrated good as the information provid- Chairperson, you may be asked That unwanted situation helped me win at this game we call life. ten (10) years of employment ed. We should never delay in to provide the receipt. If you to grow, to have a new perspective, I have really enjoyed being your with The American Legion, our duties to take care of these don’t have it and we don’t have to gain understanding or even com- Department Chaplain and I thank eight of them with Ohio. In administrative requirements. it, your Post delegation will only passion. you for allowing me to do so for the hindsight, there has been a lot of I look forward to seeing you be allowed to register as guests. I know that this past year has pre- past two years. I pray that you all progress! I hope you too get to all at Department Convention. Make copies and send certified sented challenges as well as un- are able to grow your posts, your witness that at your Post, espe- The “Convention Call” and sup- signed receipt if by mail. Drop bearable circumstances. But per- programs, and your faith. May our cially if you are a longtime Le- porting documents are avail- off at Department Headquarters haps He needed to stretch your God be mighty in your lives and gionnaire. We should all be em- able on the Department website if necessary! limits, to allow you to grow. give you strength and abilities to bracing change as it occurs and at www.ohiolegion.com under See you in JULY! I have recently been thinking take care of one another. Bloom of a song our church choir sang where you are planted and see how when I was in high school. It was He can work in your life. AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY called ‘Bloom Where You’re Plant- The 2020- Flight 93 Memorial. The stu- of the VAMC facilities for con- ed.’ The expression “bloom where For God and Country, 2021 Auxil- dents were able to visit Post 8 tinuing our mission to serve all you’re planted” means a person Chaplain Melissa iary Year is and enjoy a meal prepared by of our veterans. entering the Post 2. National President Ni- Poppy Shop once again had JUDGE ADVOCATE fi nal laps of cole stopped in to visit with the to be cancelled due to the pan- the R.A.C.E. students along with Larry, the demic. We were able to hold It looks like not optional. If a post ALR chapter and I would National Commanders Aid as the Department Junior Conven- spring has fi - sponsors an event like a poker run Kristen like to thank they were in town for the Wash- tion. I congratulate the newly nally sprung! and the post purchases single event McLaughlin all the Auxil- ington Conference. There is so Auxiliary President elected officers and ask every- ‘Tis the season insurance to cover liability for that iary members much history in our Nation’s one to support them this com- for renewal of event, the Department of Ohio and that have continued to work Capital and I think everyone on ing year. many great post National American Legion must hard on the programs during the trip learned something new. Buckeye Girl State is just activities-youth also be listed as additional insured these challenging times. I hope I was asked to help at the De- around the corner and we will sports, ALR entities on those policies. everyone turned in their end of partment Oratorical competi- be celebrating 75 years of this Doug Whitney Judge Advocate rides, picnics, We have been working on provid- the year reports to their unit, tion that was help in person this great program. As with every- parades, patriotic celebrations, etc. ing our posts with more detailed district and department chair- year at the Legion’s offi ce. Five thing else the program is go- man. I can’t wait to see and student from around the state ing to look a little different this This does, unfortunately bring to procedures for disciplinary mat- hear the year end reports at De- participated. This was anoth- year but I am sure it will be a mind a recent conversation I had ters. When you look at your con- partment Convention. er fi rst for me and I was truly successful one and the young with the National Judge Advocate vention call, please carefully look I was once again honored to impressed at the orations these ladies in attendance will gain about our post insurance. Acci- at resolution 20-18. That resolution, chaperone the A&G trip with students presented. valuable hand on experience in dents do happen, and it is impor- if passed at convention, will allow my husband Keith. It was a The Cincinnati VA held their how government functions on tant that every post is well covered us to get these badly needed de- great experience for the stu- annual baby shower for 35 vet- all levels. in the event of a claim for damages. tailed procedures approved by the dents. 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Four distributed digitally to those who Administrative Coordinator ing season a lot of good rides Knowing they’ll be there ‘til quarterly issues are published have requested an electronic ver- Dept. Service Offi cer / are showing up on Facebook. the very end. But when we take each year from July 1st – June sion of the Ohio Legion News and Offi ce Supervisor Please make sure to send your that fi nal ride. There’ll be an- 30th. We would like to provide also available online at our website Cleveland VA Regional Offi ce rides to Mindy Hinkle to be other by our side and one thing the opportunity for businesses www.ohiolegion.com/news/ohio- Ph: 216-522-3504 added to the Ohio Legion Rid- I know, for a fact God will also and individuals to advertise in the legion-news/ Email: ers Calendar. If we do not know, have my back. For it’s in him Ohio Legion Newspaper. (*See application for detailed Ad [email protected] we can’t show. now We place our trust for this Issues are distributed the second size and pricing options) road we travel is a must. So, week of the issue’s second month, The Department of Ohio Ohio Legacy Ride 2021 as we reach this road trips end copy is due to the paper organiz- • Veteran affi liated and owned American Legion Riders Staff Canton Post 44 is hosting the know in your heart we’ll meet er by the last Friday of the fi rst businesses preferred. Mindy Hinkle 2021 Ohio Legacy ride June again. Someday soon the thun- month’s issue. • All Ad submissions are subject Director of State Program 11, 12 and 13th 2021. The fl yer der will roll as we ride down Each issue of the Ohio Legion for approval by Department lead- [email protected] for the ride is available on the those streets of gold. With wind News is sent to an average of ership before payment is accepted. 567-203-2469 in our face, we’re free at last the American Legion Riders De- 87,000 households in Ohio, re- partment of Ohio webpage. troubles here are now all in the ceiving the issue are active mem- For more information contact Jack Nix The Legacy Scholarship pro- past. For my brothers and sis- bers of the Legion and a small Jon Vulgamore, Media, Marketing DEC Liaison vides scholarships to children ters, we’ll meet again and ride [email protected] of Post 9/11 veterans who died for eternal Peace in the wind. surplus to Department of Ohio. & Communications Coordinator, 270-272-2644 on active duty. It is also avail- Members of The American Le- The American Legion Department able to children of Post 9/11 Our Fallen gion are made up of currently of Ohio at 740-816-7659, or email at William Genochio veterans with a combined rating Michael Phillips, serving military members, and [email protected] Department Liaison of 50% or higher. Portsmouth Post 23 [email protected] I would like to purchase AD Space in the Ohio Legion News 740-816-7589 New Legion Riders Gary Muster, Post 377 in Camden, Ohio Akron Post 556 Full Page (70 Column inches) $2,000.00 per issue Legion Riders webpage now has Legion Riders. Wel- Half Page (35 Column inches) $1,000.00 per issue Robert McCabe, https://www.ohiolegion.com/ come ALR Post 377 to the Rid- Quarter Page (17.5 Column inches) $500.00 per issue programs/legion-riders/ ers Family. West Unity Post 669 Eighth Page (8.75 Column inches) $250.00 per issue SAL COMMANDER I would like to run the AD in the following issue(s) For the sake among themselves and not hav- Training new officers to re- July/August/September (ad due by last Friday in July) of the Detach- ing fun. place current officers has been October/November/December (ad due by last Friday in October) ment of Ohio, I have said from the beginning somewhat difficult. With over by the time that The American Legion is 300 Squadrons and at least five January/February/March (ad due by last Friday in January) you read this like riding a bicycle. You have officer positions at each Squad- April/May/June (ad due by last Friday in April) article, we to work to keep moving for- ron, means we need over 1500 should have a ward and if you coast, you are S.A.L. members to know what Please provide AD copy in the form of a PDF, high-quality JPEG, or Bernie Kessler SAL Commander new Detach- probably going downhill. needs to be done. provide text and logo for an ad to be created. Information Advertis- ment Com- I have said this before…The Interaction between the Le- ing please provide in the form of MS Word Document. mander. It is not that I did not people we surround ourselves gion, Auxiliary, the Sons, and enjoy my time as the Com- with either raise or lower our the Legion riders is essential. Name: ______mander, but it shows that we standards. They either help us I want all Sons to understand Company: ______have moved on and are getting to become the best version of that the S.A.L. is a program and back to what should be normal. ourselves or encourage us to we operate at the whim of The Address: ______The past two years have been become lesser versions of our- American Legion. I want The trying times for all of us. I en- selves. We become like our American Legion to understand City: ______State:______joyed being Detachment Com- friends. No man becomes great that while the Sons raise a great Zip: ______mander, as frustrating as it on his own. The people around deal of money for many Posts, was at times. Not being able us help to make us great. We we are not a ‘Golden Goose’. Phone: ______to travel and be involved with all need people in our lives who We are here ‘to assist in carry- Email: ______activities, both with the Le- raise our standards, remind us ing on for God and Country.’ gion Family and Communities, of our purpose, and challenge I have met many great people Please make check out to The American Legion Department of was difficult at best. Not being us to become the best version and have made many wonder- Ohio, memo line OH OLN AD Please send check to: able to join Commander Roger of ourselves. ful friends and in conclusion, I The American Legion Department of Ohio and President Kristin as often Mike Wiswell, Jason Grav- just want to say thank you. I’ve Attn: Finance as possible meant that we were en, Brenda McGowan, Jared learned a heck of a lot more 60 Big Run Road not able to share experienc- Hickle, Mike Kennedy, Jer- than just how to do the job. I Delaware, OH 43015 es and ideas with one another. maine Ferguson and now John have learned what it means to So much I could have learned Robinson, have all been a part be a brother in the Sons of the from just being around them of my journey since declaring American Legion and how you Ohio American Legion more often. as a candidate for Detachment do whatever you can to be there District News When travel was acceptable Chaplain. I have learned some- for each other. Now I have left and meetings were allowed un- thing from every one of these the Commander’s position but der State protocols, I tried to Legionnaires. I hope that I was I have no intention of leaving share a message of encourage- not that difficult on liaisons. this American Legion family th By Joe Ruland ment to those in attendance. I One of the most difficult proj- and I want you to know that 13 Thirteenth District Commander wanted them, and you, to know ects I have had to deal with for most of these past 5 years have The Thirteenth District is busy land has to offer and visit our that we are not just members, the past two years has been get- been the best time of my life. getting ready for the Depart- local posts. We are excited that but potential. Our identity ting Squadrons on board with Don’t think for one second that ment Convention in July with the District was able to submit is our brand and we must put MySAL.org. Processing mem- I don’t know how lucky I have many Posts planning events for an application for Temporary forth a positive image when we berships online and bypassing been. I will never forget that. I Friday and Saturday night. Charter for a new post within participate in American Le- Department Headquarters can hope that I have made you feel The Department has devel- the District and we were able gion and Community activities. only speed up the process and as lucky just by having me and oped a great meeting agenda to save Post 2, the oldest post No one wants to be a part of a alieve some of the frustration Nancy here. Nancy is truly the but hopefully you will fi nd in Ohio from closing and it group that is always fighting many Squadrons are having. wind beneath my wings. time to take in all that Cleve- now has a bright future. PAGE 106 OHIO LEGION NEWS April | May | June 2021

VETERANS AFFAIRS & REHABILITAION

• BVA Remand Retro Awarded: need for Regional Offi ce wavier benefi ts available through the De- be leaving his post as Director $0 and time delay. Evidence can be partment of Veteran Affairs. at the Regional Offi ce located at • Total BVA Retro Granted: emailed directly to the DSO in the Anthony J. Celebreeze Feder- $159,222.23 pdf format for submission. CLEVELAND VARO al Building. We wish Mr. Molins William Genochio best of luck and success in his fu- The Board of Veterans Appeals POST SERVICE OFFICER [email protected] ture endeavors assisting veterans is seeking veterans to conduct TRAINING IS SCHEDULED Will Brown in Washington D.C. virtual BVA hearings. If you are FOR SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 Willilam Genochio [email protected] currently awaiting a BVA hear- Post Service Offi cer training VA PROVIDES FREE ing and have access to a comput- Eric Hall SUPPORT TO VETERANS William Genochio will be held September 18, 2021 er, laptop, or Apple product with [email protected] WHO SUFFERED FROM GySgt, USMC (Ret) from 0830 to 1530 at Depart- microphone and webcam contact MILITARY SEXUAL Veterans Benefi ts ment Headquarters located at 60 Michelle Jones your Department Service Offi cer TRAUMA (MST) Administrative Coordinator Big Run Road, Delaware, Ohio [email protected] to request a virtual hearing, you The Department of Veterans Dept. Service Offi cer / 43015. RVSP’s need to be made must provide a valid email ad- Affairs is launching a nation- VBA Coordinator / to [email protected] by DAYTON VAMC dress to receive your link to the al outreach effort program in ALR Liaison to Dept Staff September 1, 2021. RSVP’s need Gary Felver hearing. The virtual option has April which was Sexual Assault Cleveland VA Regional Offi ce to include PSO Full name, Post [email protected] been used with much success Awareness Month. The intent is Ph: 216-522-3504 #, email address, contact # and since being implemented due to to inform veterans of free coun- Email: [email protected] years as a PSO. Classes will cov- CINCINNATI VAMC Covid-19. There are still current- er basic Veterans Benefi ts avail- Beth (Garino) Schroder seling and treatment being of- ly no in person hearings being fered at VA for mental and physi- “THE SITREP” able to veterans, spouses, depen- [email protected] conducted by the Board of Veter- dents and surviving spouses. All cal health conditions related to ans Appeals. If you do not have military sexual trauma (MST). Hearing data from July 1, 2019 classes are taught by your Ameri- New VA Director coming to the proper equipment reach out to Veterans do not need to have a to June 30, 2020 can Legion Department of Ohio’s Cleveland VA Regional Offi ce your local County Veteran Ser- VA disability rating, have report- • BVA Hearings conducted: 109 Department Service Offi cer team Cleveland VA Regional Of- vice Commission to see if they ed MST, or have other documen- • BVA Hearings Granted: 52 who are highly trained in veteran fi ce Director Tony Milons will are able to assist. tation of the experience to get this Lost: 11 Win %: 82.5% care. These services may also be • BVA Retro awarded: NEW VA SUBMISSION available to Veterans not eligible $1,017,674.20. POLICY FOR EVIDENCE for other VA Care. • BVA Remand Retro Awarded: TO THE BOARD OF M IR HO $518,746.74 VETERANS APPEALS Two Army football players were given a special SAT test to meet Military Quotes • Total BVA Retro Granted: Submitting Board of Veter- their admission requirements to the Military Academy. Soon after “We sleep peaceably in our $1,536,420.94 ans Appeals evidence has got- the test began the fi rst guy turns to the second guy and asks, “Old beds at night only because rough ten much easier for veterans and MacDonald had a what?” men stand ready to do violence July 1, 2020 to Present advocates. DSOs are now able on our behalf.”- George Orwell • BVA Hearings conducted: 65 The other replies, “He had a farm.” send evidence in support of BVA “It is foolish and wrong to • BVA Hearings Granted: 8 The fi rst asks, “How do you spell it?” hearings directly to the Board of mourn the men who died. Rather, Lost: 3 Win %: 73% To which the second replied, “E-I-E-I-O.” Veterans Affairs through the VA we should thank God that such • BVA Retro awarded: The sailor says, “Nah, I don’t want to have to explain it three times.” Mail Portal link. This is helpful men lived.”- George S. Patton Jr. $159,222.23. to veteran because it negates the Spotlight on Department of Ohio Mid-Winter Conference April | May | June 2021 OHIO LEGION NEWS PAGEPAGE 117 CHILDREN AND YOUTH Children & Youth Month Celebrated in April The American Legion has and hardships. With the help of Warning Signs children.” Its mission and fore- timeless assistance it has pro- been actively involved with the Family Support Network, The Committee on Children most philanthropic priority is to vided through the generations – children’s issues since the early these families do not have to & Youth recognizes the serious contribute to the physical, men- The American Legion Veterans 1920s. In many instances, the shoulder this burden alone. They yet often overlooked problem tal, emotional and spiritual wel- and Children Foundation. Since American Legion has been the can connect with American Le- that continues to plague our na- fare of children and youth by its inception, the fund has pro- driving force on behalf of chil- gion Family members by re- tion’s youth: suicide. Suicide is aiding progress in the fi eld of vided over $30 million in assis- dren on the federal, state and lo- questing assistance through the a tragic and senseless act of des- child welfare through dissemi- tance to veterans, members of cal levels. nationwide toll-free number or peration. While it can be diffi - nation of knowledge about re- the U.S. armed forces and their In 1938, April was formal- electronic application. Legion- cult and unpleasant to talk about search, studies, surveys, proj- families. ly designated as Child Welfare naires at the post level then pro- suicide, it is important to com- ects or by supporting programs Month (now called Children & vide assistance such as perform- municate effectively about the and activities benefi ting the wel- National Family Week Youth Month) and has continued ing minor household chores and subject, know the facts, dispel fare of children and youth. The The American Legion has on an annual basis. repairs, completing a Temporary misconceptions and learn the American Legion Child Wel- long recognized the family as Today’s American Legion is Financial Assistance application warning signs of youth suicide. fare Foundation accomplishes the foundation of this nation. A as focused on the welfare of our and connecting the family with these goals each year by award- guiding principle of The Ameri- country’s children and the is- local programs. Halloween Safety ing grants to nonprofi t youth- can Legion’s Children & Youth sues facing young people as it As long as Halloween activi- serving organizations for dis- programs continues to be main- has ever been. The structure of Temporary Financial ties are sponsored and promot- seminating information that taining the integrity of the fam- this organization is forever sup- Assistance ed in our communities by duly conforms to the foundation’s ily. Since 1972, every U.S. pres- ported by the balance that our Since 1919, The American Le- appointed and elected offi cials, purpose. Since 1954, more than ident has declared the week of founding architects envisioned. gion has been committed to the the Committee on Children & $17 million has been granted Thanksgiving as National Fam- Therefore, the Children & Youth health and welfare of our nation’s Youth believes children and par- to help deserving organizations ily Week. All members of The pillar and its programs remain veterans and their families. Born ents should know how to make produce and distribute current American Legion Family are committed to serving the na- out of this desire to serve, The this observance as safe as pos- and valuable information. encouraged to initiate and en- tion’s youth. American Legion established a sible. This publication continues gage in local activities during Members of The American form of direct aid to veterans’ to be one of our most popular. American Legion Veterans National Family Week that pro- Legion Americanism Commis- children in 1925: Temporary Fi- and Children Foundation mote, encourage and celebrate sion’s Committee on Children & nancial Assistance (TFA). This Missing Children After World War I, veterans, healthy families and communi- Youth have been entrusted with landmark program continues to The American Legion encour- widows and children continued ties. the responsibility of upholding be unique in the fi eld of social ages posts to provide or assist in to struggle to return to a nor- this pillar – the one that braces work today. Through TFA, an making available child identifi - mal life. The American Legion, Special Olympics our nation’s veterans by caring American Legion post can call cation activities to give parents aware of the grave responsibili- The Department of Ohio pro- for their children, and our na- upon the national organization a means of providing this in- ties entrusted to them by those vides support in donations to tion’s children. for cash assistance to help main- formation to authorities should who had served, took action. the Special Olympics State The purpose of the committee tain the basic needs of children need arise. In addition, all levels In 1924, newly elected Ameri- Winter Games and State Sum- is to formulate, recommend and of active-duty servicemembers of the organization are encour- can Legion National Command- mer Games, and also hosts a implement plans, programs and or American Legion members. aged to increase public aware- er James A. Drain undertook a breakfast for over 400 Special activities designed to: Non-repayable grants are award- ness of child victimization and massive fundraising challenge. Olympics athletes and coaches • Assure care and protection ed to eligible families with a its detrimental effects on chil- His goal was $5 million – at the Special Olympics State for the children of veterans. child in need when all other re- dren and youth, and to cooper- equivalent to $71 million in to- Winter Games. • Improve conditions for all sources have been exhausted. ate with credible organizations day’s dollars. The purpose was children and youth, with due and agencies that seek to locate twofold: to fund service officer concern for maintaining the in- Child Safety missing children in their states training and provide free assis- If you are interested in donat- tegrity of the family home. The American Legion’s Com- and communities. tance for disabled veterans and ing to any of the organizations • Prevent social and physical mittee on Children & Youth to extend a financial safety net that the Ohio Children & Youth ills of children and youth where believes that child safety is ev- American Legion Child Wel- for needy military and veteran Committee has chosen to sup- possible. eryone’s concern. Prevention fare Foundation families with children. port this year (Fisher House, • Maintain a balanced program through education remains the The American Legion Child The American Legion En- Ohio Military Kids, The Burn that provides for their physical, best way to keep children safe. Welfare Foundation Inc., a dowment Fund was born of this Institute, or Donovan’s Kids), emotional, intellectual and spiri- To promote child safety, The 501(c)(3) organization, is “ded- twofold purpose. Today, it has please contact your District tual needs American Legion publishes sev- icated to the betterment of all a new name illustrative of the Children & Youth Chairman. eral useful brochures to educate Some of these programs are- children and parents, and sup- Family Emphasis ports numerous national initia- The family is the cornerstone tives to keep children safe. of American society; however, modern society places demands Gateway Drugs on the family that didn’t exist Alcohol, tobacco, inhalants in years past. These challenges and marijuana are often readily can chip away at family strength available and considered to be and unity. The family-emphasis an entry point to a life of drug programs of The American Le- dependency and delinquency. gion’s Committee on Children They are called “gateway” drugs & Youth aim to promote the im- because they often lead to drug portance of family strength and abuse, addiction, and use of oth- integrity. er drugs such as heroin, cocaine and LSD. The commission asks Family Support Network that all members of the Ameri- The American Legion recog- can Legion Family educate par- nizes that families of active- ents and children in their com- duty and deployed military per- munities about the dangers of sonnel face unique diffi culties gateway drugs. For any questions, please contact Christie White, Americanism and Children & Youth Coordinator at [email protected] or Andrew Klingler, Programs Administrator at [email protected] PAGE 8 OHIO LEGION NEWS April | May | June 2021

AMERICANISM 2021 American Legion Americanism and Government Trip The American Legion Ameri- United States Army: born in Bain- (UISAF), the Department Assis- was unable to attend because he more would have died if it weren’t canism and Government Trip was bridge Ohio on August 28, 1921. tant Adjutant and Commander of was busy preparing his testimony. for the actions of those 40 passen- held March 1st through 5th, 2021. Forest earned the Medal of Honor Post 2 Tweila-Rochelle Cauthen However, the National Command- gers aboard Flight 93. This year the students were chap- in World War II while serving with (USMC), Ms. World Universe er sent his Aide Larry to meet with That stop was a good reminder eroned by Department 1st Vice Company H, 359th Infan- us, and National Aux- to be grateful. A common fi eld one Commander Jean Wilson, Auxilia- try, 90th Infantry Division iliary President Nicole day. A fi eld of honor forever. ry President Kristen McLaughlin, near Kerling, France on Clapp snuck away to Every year I say that we have a and Americanism and Children & November 12, 1944. The spend some time with great group of students, and this Youth Coordinator Christie White. Medal was awarded on our young leaders as year I can say the same. These are Day 1 of the trip consisted of September 10, 1945. well. That evening was once again the defi nition of young visiting Gettysburg Battlefi eld and The afternoon consisted the defi nition of “Le- leaders! the Gettysburg Cyclorama. The of visiting the Iwo Jima gion Family”! So many Ellyana, Thomas, Athena, Gar- battlefi eld tour never disappoints, Memorial, National Ba- people came together to ret, Mia, Jeremy, Sophie, Will, Bri- and the cyclorama was an amaz- silica, Albert Einstein, Na- welcome and congratu- anna, Ben, Melanie, James, Lydia, ing experience. There is so much tional Cathedral, Capitol late our young leaders! Adam, Siara, Trenton and Cody.... history in Gettysburg. (as close as we could get), It was a beautiful thing all will do great things and we are Day 2 of the A&G Trip was Ar- Vietnam Wall, Lincoln to see. so glad we got to know them! I’m lington National Cemetery. Our Memorial, and Korean On Day 4, we start- sure I can speak on behalf of all young leaders visited JFK’s grave, Memorial. ed the Day at George the chaperones when I say, thanks as well as Thurgood Marshall and Day 3 of our A&G Trip Washington’s Mt. Vernon. The for making the 2021 trip amazing! Ruth Bader Ginsburg. One of started with visiting Thomas Jef- Ambassador and Senior Vice property was HUGE, and the scen- You are all very appreciated! our students had mentioned that ferson’s Monticello. Commander of Post 2 Detashia ery was beautiful. In the afternoon Until next year. his grandparents were buried in After Monticello, we visited the Coleman (USN), Department we visited the International Spy – Christie White, section 32. So, Jeremy kindly in- WWII Memorial, and then went to Americanism Chair and Adju- Museum. The museum was a hit Americanism and Children & vited us to pay our respects to his go visit the Thomas Jefferson Me- tant of Post 2 Tracie Walls (USA), and taught all the students a thing Youth Coordinator grandparents with him. We were morial. Commander of Post 8 Jason Se- or two about the history of spying. so grateful to share that moment That evening, dinner was a spe- crest, Department Auxiliary Presi- The FDR Memorial, MLK Memo- with him. cial one. USS Jacob Jones Post 2 dent, and Detachment Sons of the rial, Eisenhower Memorial, and Since the Tomb of the Unknown in Washington DC (the fi rst all-fe- American Legion Commander all Law Enforcement Memorial were Soldiers was closed to the public, male Post of ANY service organi- served us dinner. We also heard the the last stops before dinner. we wanted to keep up the 85-year zation) offered to feed the young National Commander and Nation- Day 5, The fi nal stop on our 2021 tradition of a wreath laying. We leaders, and Kenneth Nash Post 8 al President were in Washington Americanism and Government decided on paying our respects to in Washington DC offered to let us DC as well for some testimony, so Trip was the Flight 93 Memorial an Ohio native. use their space to eat. The Depart- we invited them as well. Unfortu- in Stoystown, PA. Thousands of Forest E. Everhart Sergeant, ment Adjutant Doranette Porter nately, the National Commander people died on 9/11, but thousands

2021 A & G Winners

Adam Harr- Post 635, District 1 Trenton McCann- Post 633, District 7 Cody Carr- Post 217, District 2 Melanie Clark- Post 196, District 13 Lydia Ackerman- Post 405, District 5 Siara Eggleton- Post 25, District 7 Benjamin Saunders- Post 373, District 1 Will Clouse- Post 354, District 5 James Kelley- Post 681, District 4 Brianna Fitzgerald- Post 493, District 2 Sophie Lin- Post 614, District 12 Mia Hilkowitz- Post 681, District 4 Thomas Sibert- Post 217, District 2 Garret Ault- Post 357, District 10 Jeremy Reynolds- Post 287, District 1 Caitlyn Hopple- Post 357, District 10 Ellyana Zeller- Post 441, District 1 Athena Souder- Post 354, District 5 Washington Monument

For any questions, please contact Christie White, Americanism and Children & Youth Coordinator at [email protected] or Andrew Klingler, Programs Administrator at [email protected] April | May | June 2021 OHIO LEGION NEWS PAGE 9

AMERICANISM

Arlington National Cemetary

FDR Memorial

Mt. Vernon World War II Memorial

USS Jacob Jones Post 2 in Washington DC Provides a Special Dinner at Post 8

Group Photo with Post 2 and National Auxiliary President, Nicole Clapp Vietnam Wall For any questions, please contact Christie White, Americanism and Children & Youth Coordinator at [email protected] or Andrew Klingler, Programs Administrator at [email protected] PAGE 10 OHIO LEGION NEWS April | May | June 2021

AMERICANISM   Department Convention 2021 Department Oratorical Contest Liberty Menke, from New Knoxville Post 444, District 2 is the 2021 winner of the Department of Ohio American Le- gion High School Oratorical Scholarship Program “A Constitutional Speech Con- test”. She earned $2,500 in scholarship mon- ies but unfortunately will not able com- pete at the National contest held in In- dianapolis, Indiana against winners of contests from the other 52 states and ter- ritories of these United States of Ameri- ca. However, since the National Orator- ical Contest was cancelled, National is Liberty Menke, 2021 Winner Honor Persing, Second Place Emily Schutte, Third Place honoring all Department winners by giv- Dept. Oratorical Scholarship Program ing them an additional $2,000 scholar- “A Constitutional Speech Contest” ship. The 2021 Department Oratorical Con- iel Chapie James Post 776, District 3 test had 5 District winners participate 4th Place- Ron Chajmovic, Brewer this year. Each contestant delivered a Tarasco Post 7, District 9 prepared oration as well as an oration on 5th Place- Ben Saunders, Delta Post a randomly assigned constitutional topic. 373, District 1 Honor Persing, from Blanchester Post Since 1938, The American Legion 173, District 4 came in second place High School Oratorical Scholarship earning a $1,500 scholarship. Program has encouraged the nation’s A special thanks to all other contestants high school students to study the U.S. for representing their districts. Constitution and to hone their public 3rd Place- Emily Schutte, General Dan- speaking skills. Ron Chajmovic, Forth Place Ben Saunders, Fifth Place Buckeye Boys State The American Legion Buckeye be able to host 670 delegates for 2021. Boys State program will be held American Legion Buckeye Boys State The American Legion Department of Ohio June 13th-20th, 2021 on the cam- and Miami University will be follow- Baseball Program Donation 60 Big Run Road pus of Miami University. BBS ing all the CDC and Governor guide- Delaware, OH 43015 Phone 740-362-7478 Fax 740-362-1429 staff has been working diligently lines and mandates. If you are interest- with Miami University to ensure ed in joining the Boys State staff, please Name: ______there will be a 2021 program. Due email Christie White at programs@ohi- Address: ______to Covid restrictions, we will only olegion.com for an application. City, State, Zip: ______

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Signature: ______4. Mail Form and Artwork to: DAYTON NATIONAL CEMETERY The American Legion Department of Ohio GRAVE DECORATING CEREMONY- Attn: Baseball Program Donation 60 Big Run Road, Delaware, OH 43015 May 29, 2021 740-362-7478 BUCKEYE BOYS STATE- June 13-20, 2021 Full Page $ 100.00 ¾ Page $ 75.00 DEPARTMENT JUNIOR BASEBALL ½ Page $ 50.00 TOURNAMENT- July 15-18, 2021 ¼ Page $ 25.00 DEPARTMENT SENIOR BASEBALL Deadline to sponsor is July 16, 2021 TOURNAMENT- July 27-31, 2021

For any questions, please contact Christie White, Americanism and Children & Youth Coordinator at [email protected] or Andrew Klingler, Programs Administrator at [email protected] April | May | June 2021 OHIO LEGION NEWS PAGE 11   Department Convention

JULY 9th - JULY 11th, 2021 THE AMERICAN LEGION • DEPARTMENT OF OHIO & THE AMERICAN LEGION DEPARTMENT OF OHIO AUXILIARY e Holiday Inn • Cleveland South 2021 DEPARTMENT CONVENTION 2021 Department Convention Schedule *TENTATIVE* 6001 Rockside Road SCHEDULEThe Holiday Inn OFCleveland EVENTS South *Tentative*6001 Rockside Rd Independence, OH 44131 Independence, OH 44131 Thursday July 8th, 2021 Deadline for Registration is June 7th Membership Table 12:00PM-6:00PM Charities Meeting 2:00PM- 4:00PM DEC 3:00PM- 5:00PM To make reservations please call 216-524-8050 DEC Banquet 7:00PM- 10:00PM extension 298 and reference “The American Legion” The discounted group rate is $109.00/night + tax. Friday July 9th, 2021

Red Cross Blood Drive 9:00AM-5:00PM The Department Convention Call will be mailed to each Emblem Sales 9:00AM-6:00PM Post in April 2021. All Post Delegates and Silent Auction Items 9:00AM- 6:00PM Alternates must be registered 15 days prior to Convention. Registration 10:00AM- 6:00PM Delegate and Alternate registration deadline is June 24th! Membership Table 10:00PM-6:00PM Vendors 10:00AM- 6:00PM Americanism 12:00PM- 2:00PM For more information, contact Christie White at Children & Youth 12:00PM- 2:00PM [email protected] or call (740) 362-7478. Constitution and By-Law Amendments 12:00PM- 2:00PM Legislative 12:00PM- 2:00PM Permanent Organization 12:00PM- 2:00PM You may also visit the website at Resolutions 12:00PM- 2:00PM https://www.ohiolegion.com/events/ Rules & Order of Business 12:00PM- 2:00PM VA&R 12:00PM- 2:00PM department-conferences-conventions/ National Security 12:00PM- 2:00PM 1st District Caucus 2:30PM- 3:30PM *Members and non-members are welcome to attend the convention 2nd District Caucus 3:30PM-4:30PM and any meetings offered* 3rd District Caucus 2:30PM- 3:30PM 4th District Caucus 3:30PM-4:30PM 5th District Caucus 2:30PM- 3:30PM ** Call Headquarters if you experience diffi culties when making hotel reservations. 6th District Caucus 3:30PM-4:30PM 7th District Caucus 2:30PM- 3:30PM 8th District Caucus 3:30PM-4:30PM 9th District Caucus 2:30PM- 3:30PM 10th District Caucus 3:30PM-4:30PM PLEASE VISIT OUR OFFICIAL DEPARTMENT SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS: 11th District Caucus 2:30PM- 3:30PM 12th District Caucus 3:30PM-4:30PM 13th District Caucus 2:30PM- 3:30PM https://www.facebook.com/AmericanLegionDepartmentOfOhio/ 14th District Caucus 3:30PM-4:30PM Credentials 6:00PM- 9:00PM Opening Session- Legion 6:00PM https://twitter.com/Ohio_Legion Candidate Hospitality 8:00PM- 12:00AM https://www.youtube.com/channelUCG5DACPf0uyfSa4ErKHOH_g?view_ as=subscriber Saturday July 10th, 2021

https://www.instagram.com/ohio_legion/ Vendors 10:00AM- 6:00PM Emblem Sales 9:00AM-5:00PM Silent Auction Items 9:00AM- 6:00PM Registration 10:00AM- 30 minutes until close of session Buckeye American Legion College 9:00AM- 11:00AM Charities Gaming 10:00AM- 12:00PM General Session 1:00PM- 4:00PM National Appointees Meeting 4:30PM- 5:30PM Credentials 4:30PM- 7:30PM Candidate Hospitality 8:00PM- 12:00AM

Sunday July 11th, 2021

Vendors 8:30AM- 1:00PM Protestant Service 7:30AM- 8:30AM Catholic Service 7:30AM- 8:30AM Emblem Sales 8:30AM-1:00PM General Session 9:00AM- 1:00PM Executive Committee Meeting 2:00PM- 3:00PM PAGE 12 OHIO LEGION NEWS April | May | June 2021 2021 CALENDAR OF EVENTS NEW WEBSITE ACCESS Start End Subject Location/Time The American Legion’s new START END SUBJECT LOCATION/TIME single sign-on website ac- 5/31/2021 5/31/2021 Memorial Day – Office Closed Department Headquarters cess – Sign up today at 6/6/2021 6/6/2021 District 5 Summer Convention VFW Post 5137, Medina @ 9:30am https://www.legion.org/login 6/11/2021 6/13/2021 ALR Ohio Legacy Run Hosted by Post 44, Canton 6/13/2021 6/20/2021 Buckeye Boys State Miami University 7/2/2021 7/2/2021 Independence Day Observance-Office Closed Department Headquarters 7/8/2021 7/11/2021 Department Convention Holiday Inn, Independence, OH 7/8/2021 7/8/2021 Department Executive Committee Meeting Holiday Inn, Independence, OH 7/11/2021 7/11/2021 Department Executive Committee Meeting Holiday Inn, Independence, OH 7/15/2021 7/18/2021 Junior Baseball Tournament Beavers Field 7/24/2021 7/24/2021 Standing Committee Meetings Department Headquarters 7/24/2021 7/25/2021 Department Golf Tournament Post 598, Kettering 7/26/2021 7/26/2021 Baseball Banquet Crossroads Church @ 6:00pm 7/27/2021 7/31/2021 Senior Baseball Tournament Beavers Field 8/3/2021 8/6/2021 Membership Workshop Virtual 8/3/2021 8/8/2021 National Regional Baseball Tournament TBD 8/6/2021 8/6/2021 Labor Day-Office Closed Department Headquarters 8/7/2021 8/7/2021 Department Executive Committee Meeting Department Headquarters 8/12/2021 8/17/2021 National Baseball World Series Shelby, North Carolina 8/27/2021 9/2/2021 102nd National Convention Phoenix, AZ 9/25/2021 9/25/2021 Commander Jean Wilson Homecoming TBD To begin your one-time single sign-on process, current regis- 10/6/2021 10/7/2021 National Fall Meetings-NEC Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel tered users of American Legion 10/8/2021 10/10/2021 Department Fall Meetings/Membership Convention Cherry Valley Lodge, Newark, OH web assets must re-register. This 11/11/2021 11/11/2021 Veterans Day - Office Closed Department Headquarters re-registration will allow members 11/25/2021 11/26/2021 Thanksgiving – Office Closed Department Headquarters and non-members to continue ac- 12/23/2021 12/24/2021 Christmas – Office Closed Department Headquarters cessing the valuable information and tools provided on: 12/30/2021 12/31/2021 New Year’s Holiday – Office Closed Department Headquarters ***Future Department & National Dates*** – MyLegion.org 2/27/2022 3/2/2022 Washington Conference Hilton Washington Hotel – Legion.org – Legiontown.org 5/4/2022 5/5/2022 National Spring Meeting-NEC Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel – Centennial.legion.org 7/1/2022 7/3/2022 Department Convention Hilton Netherlands-Cincinnati – Burnpit.us 8/26/2022 9/1/2022 104th National Convention Milwaukee, Wisconsin – Baseball.legion.org 10/12/2022 10/13/2022 National Fall Meetings-NEC Sheraton Indianapolis City Centre Hotel (Note: this requirement does not 1/20/2022 1/22/2022 Department Mid-Winter Crowne Plaza Columbus-Worthington N currently apply to registered users of the Emblem Sales website.)

Saturday, July 24, 2021 ENTRY FORM and July 25, 2021 ENTRY FEE OF $80 PER GOLFER 56TH ANNUAL MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH ENTRY 4 PERSON SCRAMBLE DEPARTMENT OF OHIO Open to American Legion Dept. of Ohio, Auxiliary and SAL Hosted by and must be 21 years and over. Each team is allowed to have AMERICAN LEGION AMERICAN LEGION POST #598 one non-Legion member who is eligible for membership. Kettering, OH • (937) 433-9327 Legion Post No.______GOLF OUTING COMMUNITY GOLF COURSE (HILLS & DALES COURSES) Team Captain: ______2917 Berkley St. Bld. 2 Phone Number:______Dayton, Ohio 45409 Address:______Entry & Housing Deadline – July 15, 2021 Name Age Membership # HOTELS 1. ______HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS 2. ______DINNER AND Ask about military discount ENTERTAINMENT 5655 Wilmington Pk, Centerville 3. ______will be available at the Post 1-740-424-5757 4. ______Friday & Saturday Nights. HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON -Must be 21- Dayton-Centerville Dinner and Entertainment will be available 5161 Cornerstone North Boulevard at the Post Friday & Saturday Night. **If anyone would like to camp at Post 598 during Centerville Please indicate how many will be attending each meal. the Tournament there are 40 campsites available 1-937-988-0050 Friday______Saturday______that are water/electric ready at $10.00 per night MARRIOTT AT UD and $25.00 for all 3 nights (does not have a dump- Mail entries to: American Legion Post No. 598 • 5700 Kentshire Dr. site) Contact the Post at the above phone number 1414 S. Patterson Blvd., Dayton Kettering, OH 45440 • Attn: Joe Law or email to reserve your spot if interested. 1-937-223-1000 For more information call (937) 433-9327 April | May | June 2021 OHIO LEGION NEWS PAGE 13 POST ACTIVITIES

POOL TOURNAMENT WINNERS 2021 ROGER M. HIGHT SINGLES BOWLING TOURNAMENT: The bowling Commissioners would like thank the Legion Family members for making this year’s Bowling tournament a success. Good time with good people.

1st Place Tim Snelling post 29 Zanesville

2nd place James Light post 62 in Chillicothe

3rd place Dan Arthur post 184 in Piqua DOUBLES

1st place Chris Garey and Jimmy Southers. 2021 EUCHRE TOURNAMENT Both represent Post 11 in Lancaster

2nd place Mark Lee and David Vickers. Both represent post 29 in Zanesville.

3rd place James Light and Jonathan Mantel. Both represent Ross County American Legion post 62 PAGE 14 OHIO LEGION NEWS April | May | June 2021 GOOD OF THE LEGION

CONTINUOUS AUTHOR & ARTIST MEMBERSHIP DISPLAY

During the April 5th meeting of the New Riegel American Legion Post 354, Commander Mike Nye presented 50-year continuous membership certifi cates to Past Commander Ron Clouse, Adjutant Darl Theis, and Robert C. Reinhart. Also, John Metzger, Robert J. Reinhart, Richard Reinhart, Tom Schalk, Lynn Coleman, Howard Meisner and Joseph Daniel achieved their 50-year Certifi cates but were unable to attend the meeting. Left to right: Nye, Clouse, Theis, and Reinhart.

FLAG POLE REPAIR CONTINUOUS MEMBERSHIP On Tuesday, March 16, 2021 a Certifi cate of Continuous years membership for 50 years Museum Curator Burt Harter has watercolorist Mary was presented to Dayle Whyte’s book “We The People, Portraits of Veterans in Robert “Bob” Elswick America” autographed and dedicated on the fi nal day of of Corning American her acclaimed exhibit at the National Veterans Museum in Legion Post 327. Columbus. Whyte painted portraits of veterans capturing Presenting the certifi cate dramatic scenes of all walks of life from all 50 states, is Post Commander a journey that took the artist 7 years to complete. The Michael Corbett (left) to book will be on permanent display at the entrance of the Bob Elswick (right). Glenford Dugan Post 229 Military Museum in Nelsonville.

ZANESVILLE POST - ELITE 11 DISTRICT SPRING CONVENTION

Pictured above is Dan Gamble holding a ladder while Rick Hale repairs on of the fl ag poles to prepare raising the military branch fl ags for the spring season at the Jefferson L to R – Past Commanders, 11th District, Eddie Grimes, 2nd Vice Commander, L – R – Zanesville Post 29, Mike Watts, 1st County Veterans Association Memorial Park. - W. “Chink” Ward, Andrew Matheny and Zanesville Post 29 chatting with Tom Leach, Vice Commander, Loren Long, Adjutant Onlookers, Jay Kolenc and Tom McCain Charlie Sands providing support at the National Security, 11th District. and Larry Wheeler participating in the supervise the operation Convention. Conference.

FEMALE VOLUNTEER SEVENTY YEARS MEMBERSHIP OF THE YEAR

Drew Webster Post #39 of the American Legion in Pomeroy, OH recently had the honor to present WWII Donna Ray, Chief Representative of Volunteers at the Cincinnati VA, Veteran Paul Kloes of Pomeroy with his 70 year membership pin. At a small ceremony held at his home, was recognized on April 20th as the Female Volunteer of the Year by Mr. Kloes was presented with a 70 year pin and certifi cate commemorating his many years of service to the the National Administration Committee of the Veterans Administration. American Legion. Pictured is Chuck Castle, Fourth District SAL Commander, Jerry Perry As a young man, Mr. Kloes quit high school and joined the Navy during WWII. Following his military Fourth District Finance Offi cer, Steve Foster, Fourth District American service, he returned to Meigs County and fi nished his schooling at Pomeroy High School. Legion members in Legion Commander, Jean Wilson, Department 1st Vice Commander, Bob attendance for this presentation included: (left to right) Dan Arnold, Ed Durst, Paul Kloes, Commander John Ray, Past Department Commander, Donna Ray, Sue Whitham, Marsha Hood, Wayne Thomas and Ray Kloes. Giehls, Fourth District Auxiliary President and Liz Castle. April | May | June 2021 OHIO LEGION NEWS PAGE 15 GOOD OF THE LEGION

POST 229 MILITARY MUSEUM PARADE TO HONOR WORLD WAR II VETERAN AND OLDEST POST MEMBER ON HIS 101ST BIRTHDAY On Wednesday, January 27, members of American Legion Northeast Post 630 located in Blue Ash, Ohio honored their oldest member on his birthday with a drive-by birthday celebration; Dean Giacometti turned 101 years old. Participants included members of NE Post 630, the DAV, the VFW, fi rst responders from the City of Blue Ash and from Sycamore Township, dignitaries from the City of Blue Ash, Congressman Brad Wenstrup, Post Cmdr. Tom Metcalf presents a trophy to Curator Burt Harter, managers and staff of Dean’s Letters of Appreciation to Lead Docent Ray “White Beaver” Baker, apartment complex, and alumni of and Asst. Curator Denise Harter for developing and operating the Walnut Hills High School, where Glenford Dugan Post 229 Military Museum in Nelsonville, Ohio. The Dean taught after his military service. trophy, accepted on behalf of all the support of the Legionaires of Parade members made signs and Post 229, will be on permanent display at the museum’s entrance. decorated their vehicles. Dean viewed Photo by Robert Zimmerman. it all from a chair placed in front of his apartment building. Mr. Giamatti served in the Army Air Dean waves to the parade participants Corps during World War II from 1942- FOUR CHAPLAINS CEREMONY 1945. He interrupted his education and a promising football career at Bill Pederson, Post the University of Cincinnati to serve Chaplain, assisted his country. When his service was by Richard Leister, completed, he returned to UC to fi nish VFW 4719 Post his education. After graduation, Dean Commander began a teaching career at Walnut Hills and Legion 797 High School. He taught social studies member honored and coached varsity football and the 4 Chaplains tennis from 1947 to 1966. He left his at a Memorial teaching career for an administrative Service on Sunday position with the Cincinnati Public February 7, 2021. Schools. He has been inducted into the Walnut Hills High School Hall of Fame and has a scholarship and a building named for him at the school. He is the oldest living UC letterman. First responders salute Dean

ZANESVILLE POST 102 CELEBRATION AND 5-YEAR SUPPORT AWARD VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION Certifi cation of Appreciation Winners from 2020:

Tom Smith, representing the Athens County Standown, presented the Five-Year Support Award to the American Legion Glenford Dugan Post 229. The award was presented during the annual election of offi cers for Post 229. Pictured from left, Smith, reelected Adjutant Kurt Nunnally, Loren Long, Adjutant, Zanesville Cody Clark – Zanesville John Moody – Zanesville past post Commander Thomas Metcalf, recently and unanimously American Legion Post 29 presenting American Legion Post 29 American Legion Post 29 elected new Commander Robert Zimmerman. All offi cers were active to Jerry Clark participants in past standowns.

CONTINUOUS MEMBERSHIP During the April 5th meeting of the New Riegel American Legion Post 354, Commander Mike Nye presented a 75-year continuous membership certifi cate to Ralph Weinandy. At 96 years old he still attends most Post meetings. Celebrated on March 19, 2021 Women’s Auxiliary members assisting with the Celebration. PAGE 16 OHIO LEGION NEWS April | May | June 2021 GOOD OF THE LEGION

POST 535 SPOTLIGHT DRIVE BY BIRTHDAY As Veterans we often hear the phrase. “Thank you for your service.” Most of us immediately think of our time in uniform, be it two years or twenty, but in truth, a veteran never stops serving. American Legion Post 336 Painesville was recently presented with opportunity to continue serving our community and by extension, our nation. Jeff Clarke, one of our American Legion Riders, lives just down the street from Owen Caswell. In January. Owen was hospitalized for sixteen days with MIS-C, which is a complication from Covid-19. Although he is now home his condition is still precarious because a simple cold could put him back in ICU. Owen’s mother reached out to the community and requested a “drive by Birthday” celebration for Owen’s 11th birthday and she asked if 1100 people could send Owen a Birthday card. When Jeff learned of his mother’s request, his condition, and his love of motorcycles the answer was obvious. Word went out via Facebook, district Rider groups, and the local news media. The birthday parade was composed of approximately 40 bikes, dozens of cars and two huge patriotic decorated trucks. One rider from Indiana was in town SPOTLIGHT ON Jean Wilson Department of Ohio 1st Vice Commander for a family event but took time to participate in the parade. It was who addresses 5th District Commander J. Kenny Estep, 1st Vice Cmdr later learned from local TV that Owen had received over 5000 cards Ronald Dull, Acting Adjutant Charles Kvochick and Legion members and when asked what else he would like he stated, “I got everything.” and guests at their Spring Conference hosted by Bellville Post 535 on Truly the veterans who organized and participated in the Birthday ride membership, working hard to serve our veterans and our community, certainly appreciated one more chance to serve. and leaves a reminder, “We are better, together”.

CONTINUOUS MEMBERSHIP

POPPY MEMORIAL WREATH Alton “Al” Kauffman was presented his 60 continuous year Certifi cate of Loyalty, Service and Commitment to the American Legion by Commander Troy Brungs and Offi cers of Post 134.

PDC DARELL BISHOP

PAST DEPARTMENT OF OHIO COMMANDER Darell Bishop and his wife Carol during the 5th District Spring Conference. A member of Amherst Post 118 Darell serves as Department Chairman of the Gifts For Yanks program and is also serving as 5th Clifton Post 421, District 13 was presented with a Memorial Wreath made from poppies by Auxiliary Unit 421. District 2nd Vice Commander The Post will use this for display, for Memorial weekend services and Post Everlasting ceremonies. Pictured & Judge Advocate. A United above is Post 1st Vice Tom Toppel, 1st Vice Cindy Boehnlein ALA, Commander Kevin Conlan, President States Marine veteran, he Allison Nye, and Post 2nd Vice John Cotleur. is committed to serving his fellow veteran and working the programs of The American TH Legion. 13 DISTRICT AND DEPTARTMENT A&G TEST WINNERS

On March 9th at Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School, 13th District Dept. Americanism & Government Test 100 MILES FOR HOPE Winners were presented with their Winner Certifi cates. (Left to Right) Marianne Montpelier Post 109 Borrelli, Unit #196, Tony Borrelli, Post Adjutant, Kevin Motter, #196, Melanie Clark 12th Grade 100% 1st District 2nd Vice both District and Department, Anthony Commander hit the ground Minatel 12th Grade 82% District, Zachary running in the 100 Miles For Petros 10th Grade 70% District, Matthew Hope Challenge 2021, that Petros 11th Grade 98% both District was kicked off by National and Department and John C. Murphy, Commander James “Bill” 13th District Americanism Chairman. Oxford on April 1st to Not pictured were Anna Shanofski 10th get members moving Grade 50% District and Ann Mathew 11th and to raise funds for the Grade 94% both District and Department. American Legion Veterans Congratulations to Brecksville-Broadview and Children Foundation, Heights High School and Brecksville which Kevin already Excelsior Post and Unit # 196. surpassed 400 miles. April | May | June 2021 OHIO LEGION NEWS PAGE 17 GOOD OF THE LEGION

POST 586 CHARITABLE DONATIONS 2020 AMERICANISM AND The Tipp City American Legion Post GOVERNMENT WINNERS #586 presents charitable donations to local charities. From left to right: Matt Bradshaw and Mia Walthers representing USO of Dayton, Susan walker-Hemm representing Miami County Hospice, Robert Steggemann representing American Legion Gifts For Yanks Program, Harold Robinson representing the Salvation Army and Harlan Purves representing Legion Post 586 Scholarships.

The Tipp City American Legion Post #586 presented donations to fi ve area charities on Tuesday February 23, 2020. Every year the Tipp City American Legion Post 586 makes donations to local charities that Minerva American Legion Don V. Cross provide services to veterans, individuals and families in our area, along with charitable programs Post 357, District 10 is proud to announce sponsored by the American Legion. This year we selected the American Legion Gifts for Yanks Program, Garrett Ault and Caitlyn Hopple, both 10th since they provide services, equipment and other amenities needed by our veterans in VA hospitals. The grade students of Mr. Stuart Grunder of Miami County Hospice was selected, because of the comfort and support they provide to local individuals Minerva High School, have been selected and families in the most trying of times when comfort and understanding are critical. We also selected the as part of the 18 Americanism and USO of Dayton. Services provided by this organization benefi t active military members and veterans as Government winners across the State of they travel through the area. Food, entertainment and an area to rest and relax are provided at the Dayton Ohio. District 10, Don V. Cross Post 357, Airport for traveling service members. The Tipp Troy Salvation Army also received a donation this year for Commander Mike Lee Presenting the their aid to local families in need. The Salvation Army provides essentials to help families that have fallen Americanism Scholarship to Minerva High on hard times and are in need of support. This is the sixth year that our post is sponsoring scholarships School Senior Garrett Ault on Honors for our veteran member’s sons, daughters, grandchildren and great grandchildren. These scholarships Night at the High Scholl on May 3rd, 2021. will help them to continue their education and become productive members of our communities.

MEMBER REGONITION CEREMONY 4 CHAPLAINS SERVICE Members of the American Legion Roy W. Wilson Post 694 in Mowrystown held a special recognition ceremony Monday, May 3 in honor of 50-year member Ted Ruble. The Post 694 business meeting and ceremony were held at the Living Springs Community Church in Mowrystown. According to Post Commander Chuck Emery, Mr. Ruble has a long and signifi cant history with Post 694. “Tonight, we honor Ted Ruble,” Emery told Legion members. “Ted is a United States Navy veteran who has served our Post very well for many years. To the best of our knowledge, Ted joins the late Walter A. West as the only 50-year members of Post 694.” Emery noted that at one time, Post 694 was down to just about a dozen members, during which time Mr. Ruble fulfi lled the responsibilities of commander, adjutant and treasurer. “The American Legion Post 694 began here in 1947,” Mr. Ruble noted. “My dad, uncle and cousins were members. When I was young, every Memorial Day they would have a parade and I would march along behind them. That’s what got me interested in the service. I’ve always been proud of the American Legion.” Commander Emery and Post 694 organized a number of special proclamations in Mr. Ruble’s honor, including one by fellow veteran Second District Congressman Brad Wenstrup, which was The 4 Chaplains service is always held on the fi rst Sunday in February. presented by Austin Heller, the congressman’s military/veteran liaison. This year 2021 was going to be a challenge since we could not do our “In the military, we are taught to put country over self, and you have usual Church service due to Covid-19. Our Churches are having a hard embodied that principle your entire life,” Wenstrup said in recognition time. When a group of dedicated Legionnaires, Auxiliary, and Sons of of Mr. Ruble. “You have touched many lives through your leadership Legionnaires got together at Post 288 in Williamsburg to pay tribute and roles in the U.S. Navy as a senior master chief and in American Legion honor these brave men from WWII. We would like to thank each of these Post 694 as the post adjutant and post fi nance offi cer. Your service to men and women for carrying on this tradition. our country and your community has truly made a difference. I join your “On Feb. 3, 1943, four Army chaplains – Father John P. Washington, family and friends in congratulating you on this milestone and thank you Rabbi Alexander D. Goode, and the Revs. George L. Fox and Clark V. for your service. I wish you all the best.” State Senator and candidate for Poling – gave up their life jackets on a sinking Army transport in the Congress Bob Peterson also presented a proclamation from the Ohio North Atlantic so that others might live. Of the 902 soldiers, Navy armed Senate. After honoring Mr. Ruble, Peterson acknowledged all of the guard, ship’s crew, and civilian passengers on board the Dorchester, American Legion members, saying: “I admire everything all of you have only 230 survived. They have told us of the chaplains’ efforts to restore done for our great country. Thank you.” calm in a hopeless and chaotic situation, and how they were last seen at the ship’s stern, arms linked in prayer. The survivors’ testimony and the chaplains’ bravery are enshrined at the Chapel of Four Chaplains in the Philadelphia Navy Yard, where the POST 236 OATH OF NEW OFFICERS Chapel Memorial Foundation honors acts of selfl ess service nationwide Darlene Freer, 2nd Vice Commander, American Legion in memory of the Four Chaplains and crew of USAT Dorchester. “ 9th District issued the oath of offi ce to the new offi cers Written by – Louis A. Cavaliere, retired Navy captain and chairman of Newton Falls American Legion Post 236 at the posts of the Chapel of Four Chaplains, and Christine Beady, the chapel’s monthly meeting held Monday, May 10, 2021. Pictured executive director. (L-R): Gary Ruel, 1yr. Trustee, Walt Snyder, 2nd Vice In these troubled times I often wonder who will be the next to step Commander, Darlene Freer, 2nd Vice Commander 9th in the footsteps of these brave men. Such a selfl ess act of Kindness, American Legion District, Bud Becker, Historian, Bob Bravery, Dedication to duty, to GOD, and Country. I look around and I Wujcik, Service Offi cer, Donna Ball, Finance Offi cer, Jim see there are many that we just don’t know of yet. It is my hope that our Yost, 1st Vice Commander, Joe Nicolino, 3yr Trustee, world will come to a moment to realize All God’s Creatures are created Darryl Brown, Sgt. at Arms, Russ Mason, Adjutant, Equal and we will all live in peace. Rick Nelson, Commander. Missing from photo: Bob Written by – Jerry E Perry, American Legion Clermont County Cameron, 2yr. Trustee and Steve Garcar, Chaplain. Communications offi cer PAGE 18 OHIO LEGION NEWS April | May | June 2021

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