The BULLDOG
Quarterly Newsletter
Fall 2014
Marine Corps League
Wood County Detachment 1087
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Veterans Visitation Program
The Commandant’s Corner
The Nursing Home
Visitation Program
continues to grow
and improve. We
are
currently
visiting 14 different
facilities. Since July
st
the 1 we have
made 36 separate
visits. Our fellow Veterans look forward to each visit. In some cases we are
the only visitors these Veterans receive. Please come out and join us as your
time and schedule permit. It’s a very rewarding experience for all involved.
Independence
Day
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Marines,
It’s been a busy time since I last addressed the
Bulldog. The guys in the Detachment have been
working hard. I appreciate all the hard work, time,
skills and money that our Members have and are
giving. The Department Quarterly Meeting at Post
15 went well. The Detachment had a great turn
out. The nursing home visits are going strong with
again a good turnout of the Members. Also, we
are really making a difference in our community
and to the kids in the school programs we are
working on. The National Convention in Charleston was a huge success. I
can’t say enough about the guys who gave toward that effort. I’m really
proud to be a Member and Brother to you men and women. We have Toys
for Needy coming up and Mike, Debbie and Family will again do a super job
with that. We are putting the final touches on plans for the Detachment’s
Marine Corps Birthday Celebration. I also hope you are making plans to
attend the Department Convention in May at Mineral Wells headed up by
our Detachment. Bud has been on top of that and I’m sure it will be another
great time for all. Continue to recruit and join us at the Detachment
Meetings.
Semper Fi,
Commandant Jim Furr.
Parade
The Mayor of Marietta and Marine Veteran, Joe Mathews invited the 1087
to participate in the Marietta 4th of July Parade again this year. We had a
good showing with 3 vehicles and 20 Members of the Detachment on hand.
Sam’s Club Fundraiser
20 JUL 2014. The 1087 held a very
successful fundraiser at the Sam’s Club
in Vienna. $1584.86 was collected. 15
Members of the Detachment present.
River Roar
12 JUL 2014. The
Mayor of Marietta
asked the 1087 to
provide the Color
Detail for the Opening
Ceremony of the
“River
Roar”
in
Marietta this year.
Flag Folding Ceremonies & Etiquette Classes
Pass-In-Reviews and Funeral Services
Sr. Vice Commandant Mike Francis
and Chaplain Bernie Lyons met with
the new Superintendent of Wood
County Schools, John Flint, on 23 JUL
2014. The Superintendent fully
supports our Flag Etiquette Classes
and Flag Folding Program for the
2014 – 2015 school year. Last year’s
Program was well received by all of
the schools who participated.
The Detachment has performed
four Services this Quarter. It has
been an Honor for all involved.
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Fall 2014
Marine Corps League
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Wood County Detachment 1087
2014 National Convention
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Noon Chow
The monthly Detachment gatherings for Noon Chow continue to be a big
hit. These are informal affairs with no uniforms, just great Sea Stories and
camaraderie. Bring a fellow Marine and stand by for some laughter.
Veterans Hall of Honor
The 2014 Marine Corps League National Convention was held in Charleston,
WV. The Detachment had Members working there 1 – 10 August. This was
the second largest National Convention since records started being kept.
Only Orlando Florida in 2008 had a larger turnout. All of the Members and
their Families who came down to help earned high praise from attendees.
15 AUG 2014. The 1087 was asked to put together a Program for the
dedication of the Veterans Hall of Honor at the Marietta Center Nursing
Home. Reggie Pickering did a great job heading this event up. OORAH !!!
The Vietnam Traveling Wall
26 SEP – 2 AUG 2014. The Marine Corps League
worked tirelessly on this event. We were on the
Planning Committee from the start. We
provided the Color Detail and Chaplain for the
Opening Ceremony and Memorial Service. The
1087 was the only Veterans Organization to
take a 24 hour block of guard duty and we
received high praise from everyone involved for
our performance all week. The Bulldog would
like to Honor ALL Vietnam Veterans, both the
living and the dead. Welcome Home Brothers.
Jim Furr, Bernie Lyons and Mike Francis were awarded the Distinguished
Citizen Gold Medal. Mike Francis was also recognized as the National
Recruiter of the Year for the United States. Mike McLain was sworn in for
another year as the National Vice Commandant for the Mideast Division.
Jim Furr, Jack Martin and Rich Sneigle were all promoted to Pedigreed Devil
Dog in the Military Order of the Devil Dogs and received their Gold Collar.
State Firemen’s Convention
14 AUG 2014. Detachment 1087
provided the Color Detail for the
Opening Ceremony of the West
Virginia State Firemen’s Convention
at the Grand Pointe Conference and
Reception Center in Vienna. Judge
Advocate Scott Kirby headed it up.
Mid-Ohio Valley Veterans Outreach “MOVVO”
The 1087 has continued its
participation with the MOVVO.
This is a networking organization
and is composed of the area
Veterans Organizations and groups that provide services to local Veterans.
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Marine Corps League
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Walmart Fundraiser
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Remembering 9 – 11
16 SEP 2014. The Marine Corps
League teamed up with the
Washington County Veterans
Service
Commission
for
a
fundraiser at Walmart in Marietta,
OH. We raised $582.15 by the end
of the day. Chad Wright put this
event together. OUSTANDING job.
Morning Chow
The Detachment has been gathering for Morning Chow every Wednesday.
We meet at the VFW Post 5108 in Marietta. The camaraderie is great and
we visit an area nursing home afterwards. Come join us. Starts at 0800.
11 SEP 2014. Marines from the Detachment were at Franklin Elementary
School to mark the anniversary of 9 – 11. After the Ceremony we taught the
Students and teachers the proper way to fold the Colors and Flag Etiquette.
Department Quarterly Meeting & MODD Pack Growl
The 1087 hosted the
September Quarterly
th
Meeting on the 13 .
There
were
18
Members
present
and the Pack Growl
was “Prosperous”.
Sternwheeler Festival
Once again Mayor Joe Matthews asked the Marine Corps League to provide
a Color Detail. On 5 SEP
2014 we were at the
Opening Ceremony for the
Sternwheeler Festival in
Marietta, OH. It was a hot
day for September, but the
Marines persevered.
Detachment Picnic
Detachment
1087
gathered for
our annual
picnic this
year on 14
September.
The weather was just perfect. Rich Sneigle did a great job with the chow.
The Detachment Ladies went all out with the covered dishes and desserts.
Sgt. Kyle Bankes Memorial 5K Run/Walk
th
The 6
of September the
Detachment was at Ft. Frye High
School in Beverly, Ohio. We were
asked again to help with the
Memorial Race in honor of Sgt.
Bankes. First we led the race
participants in reciting the
Pledge of Allegiance. After the
Bugler played Taps, Commandant Jim Furr fired a pistol to start the race.
The Modern Day Marine Expo at MCB Quantico
The Expo was held 22 - 25 September this
year. Two Members of the 1087 were able to
attend. The new equipment was top notch.
Watching the Marine Band and the Silent Drill
Platoon was OUTSTANDING. Seeing the young
Marines reminds us the
Corps is in good hands.
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Ladies Lunch
The
Detachment
Ladies continue to
meet once per month
for an informal Social
Luncheon. All are
welcome
and
encouraged to come
enjoy a relaxing time.
This is an opportunity
for the Ladies to get to know one another. The Restaurant changes each
month, but the time remains the same. Call Karen Francis if you have any
questions. (304)295-6065 leave a name and number and she will call you
th
back. Next one is on the 25 of October at 1pm. at Red Lobster in Vienna.
Please Note: If you are interested in attending any of the upcoming
Conventions or Conferences, please call Mike Francis for the latest Website
address’ and Registration information and forms. (304) 991-0427.
2015 Department Quarterly Meeting
th
17 JAN 2015. American Legion Post 16 in Huntington (1421 6 Ave.).
Department Officers Meeting at 0930. Business Meeting at 1000. MODD
Pack Growl will follow the Business Meeting.
Henderson Hall Plantation
2015 Mid-Winter National Staff Conference
27 SEP 2014. The 1087 donated a new flag pole to Henderson
Hall. We held a dedication Ceremony and presented a
Program to Honor the Service of “The Grand Old Man of the
Marine Corps” Commandant Archibald Henderson.
12 – 14 FEB 2015. Fairview Park Marriott, Falls Church, VA. Call 1-800-2289290 for reservations.
2015 Department Convention
1 & 2 MAY 2015. Comfort Suites, Parkersburg, WV (167 Elizabeth Pike,
Mineral Wells). Room rate is $79.00 plus tax. Banquet $25.00. For room
reservations call 304-489-9600.
ATTENTION ON DECK !!!!!!!
*It’s important for Members to attend the Detachment’s
monthly meetings and to recruit new members. Meetings
are always held on the second Tuesday of each month at
1900 (7 pm). We meet at the National Guard Armory across
the road from Parkersburg South High School.
*Dues are $28 per year. Consider a Life Membership and
save money.
*Please notify me if your address has changed. If you would like to receive
information on our upcoming Detachment activities, please send me an
E-Mail or call me. If you have any questions please contact Commandant
Furr or myself.
Jim Furr:
Home: (740)896-2222
Mike Francis:
Home: (304)295-6065
Cell:
(304)991-0427
E-Mail: [email protected]
Hershel “Woody” Williams Medal of Honor Foundation
29 SEP 2014. Two Marines from the
Detachment traveled to Charleston for a
ceremony with “Woody” Williams. The
2014 National Convention Committee
donated $4000.00 to his Foundation. The
money will be used to help construct Gold
Star Families Monuments. “Woody’s”
mission is to have a monument in every
state. Semper Fidelis Marine.
Mike Francis
Sr. Vice Commandant
Goodnight “Chesty”, wherever you are !
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Fall 2014
Marine Corps League
Website: http://mcleague1087.com
Wood County Detachment 1087
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Saturday,
November 8, 2014
To be Held at American Legion Post 15
5:30 pm Doors Open
6:00 pm Dinner
Dinner Cost:
$13 Pre-Registered
$18 at Door
NOVEMBER 8, 2014
MARINE CORPS BIRTHDAY
CELEBRATION
Awards & Cake Cutting Ceremony
Dinner will be Baked Steak (includes Salad)
Sponsored by:
Marine Corps League
Meal Cost $13 Pre-Registered & $18 at Door
Detachment 1087
Reservations must be Received by
10/27!
Wood County
FOR RESERVATIONS CONTACT:
Debbie Furr (740) 896-2222 or (304) 483-8979
Karen Francis (304) 991-0426
(Must call by reservation deadline to receive reduced price.
All monies will be collected at the door)
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