The Graybeards - Korean War Veterans Association

Chapter Affairs
Greater Cleveland Chapter of Ohio
may consider taking their programs into these additional situations.
(Thanks Dwight Henderson for keeping us informed of your
great program.)
Lopes/Ferris Chapter of Massachusetts
Holding KWVA Banner, from left to right, are Mrs. Kathryn Becks and Mrs. Patty
O’Hara. Standing in front of his color guard is, President Joseph F. Shearer.
The color guard from (l) to (r) Arthur Becks, Bill Stacey, Bob Lahman,Charles
Keller, Frank Alexsandrowicz, Rev Irvin Sharp, Sgt At Arms. Robert O’Hara,
Frank Zoretich, Joe Farris and Vice President Paul Romonovich. Not in the picture
but also at the parade were, Mrs. Patty Romonovich, Mrs. Helen Keller,
Mrs. Fran Lahman and Mrs. Barbara Farris
The KWVA Greater Cleveland Chapter was well represented
in the 1999 Corn Fest Parade. The 50th Anniversary Flag was
presented in this parade and 500 pins were passed out along the
parade route. Some people were pretty upset that we ran out of
pins. We made a lot of people aware of the Korean War and most
were surprised to know that 50 years has gone by. A lot of young
people never even knew about the Korean War. Where have we
been?
(Thank you for photo and letter about an event held in Ohio.
Those shown and named above told America.)
Missouri Chapter #1
Our Tell America Program is still very active. Our chapter has
made presentations to 8,860 student since the beginning of Tell
America in 1995. Middle School teachers who work with
advanced students, usually 7th or 8th graders have recently
approached us. The last school attended was probably the most
attentive we have ever visited. They were 7th grade students and
very interested in our story.
There is also a program in St. Louis County called SCOPE
which is an alternative school providing educational opportunities
for students that have been suspended from school for various
reasons. Instead of roaming the streets or being home without
supervision, these students attend classes without being in
the normal environment at school. Therefore they miss sports
and social activities, but are still getting their education. This
program has helped many troubled students turn themselves
around.
Until recently, we were approaching only high school junior
and seniors. We have found these other groups are receptive to
our program. Possibly other chapters throughout the country
Attending the SAnnual Scholarship Supper, from .left to right, National Director
Rusty Tramonte; Jack Dowd, President of the Massachusetts Memorial Chapter,
Boston; President Hank Carver, Lopes/Ferris Chapter and John E. Woelfel, 1st
Vice President, Mass Memorial, Boston.
The Lopes/Ferris Chapter KWVA, Marshfield, MA, held its
Annual Scholarship Benefit Turkey and Ham Supper recently,
which was a tremendous success. We will be able to give another
scholarship to a worthy student again this year.
(Thank you Hank for photo. A great event given by special people
who care.)
KWVA Chapter #142 of Maryland
Members shown left to right are: Robert Miles, Robert Cannon, Charles
Kopelman, Robert Candill, James Patterson, Charles Wisner, Creed Parker and
past national officer James Martin. Our chapter is now over 2 years old with
over 145 members.
(Thank you Charles for photo and update. Super progress.)
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