Congratulations went out to our District 9 Commander, Carson Kauffman, and the District 9 Ladies Auxiliary President, Kathy Kauffman.

As you know, in addition to being the District 9 Commander, Carson is also our Post Commander. Likewise, Kathy is our Ladies Auxiliary Treasurer. They’ve both been heavily involved in our post for years, and their support and guidance has kept the post strong!

Saturday night, their officers, families and friends came together to show their support in the Testimonial Dinner, where Carson and Kathy were honored. The Toastmaster was Larry Reece, the State Jr. Vice Commander. The invocation was given by Kathy Adams, District 9 Ladies Auxiliary Chaplain.

The District 9 Patriot’s Pen Winner, Jenny R.M. Bender read her essay, and was followed by the District 9 Voice of Democracy winner, Shannan Monaghan.

Remarks were made by:
John Getz, PSC, State Quartermaster
Bette Jean Biedrzycki, Department President Ladies Auxiliary
James Dommel – Jr. Vice Commander, VFW Millersville Post 7294
Karen Bechtold – President Ladies Auxiliary, Millersville Post 7294
Mac and Kathy Adams – Chief’s of Staff

Kathy and Carson both gave their thanks for their officers, members, families and friends that supported them.

The ceremony was closed with a Benediction from Walter Gerhart, District 9 VFW Chaplain.

Special thanks go to the Banquet Committee, who planned this great evening: Betty Eshbach, Louise Gerhart, Walter Gerhart, Larry Reece, Joyce Reece, Richard (Mac) Adams, Kathy Adams, Amy Walborn, Janet Getz, Richard Getz.

The families of our adopted unit, the 1185th, will be our guests of honor as we set up web cameras to “share” our dinner with the soldiers overseas! Come to give your support and greetings to the soldiers and their families! Dinner includes spaghetti, rolls, salad and a drink.

Sunday, April 11th, Noon-4pm

$6.00 in advance, $8.00 at the door

See the bartender, ladies auxiliary or any post officers for tickets!

Any questions or to offer to help, contact Shawn Williams.

If you think your chicken wings and/or your chili recipe is the best, then why not put them to the test! We’re having a wing and a chili contest for the “big game” on Sunday, February 7th. We’ll start things off at 5pm, before the game kick-off with plenty of time to get your grub on before settling in to watch the match!

Winners will walk away with a $25 gift certificate (one for the wings, one for the chili)! Voting will be conducted by the attendees at the party – every one gets a vote!

We’re providing a BIG SCREEN for the game, so don’t worry about getting a good seat, everyone will be able to see the game!

There’s no cover charge, and we’ll have plenty of munchies to fill you up!

From the Lancaster Newspaper Obituaries:

Robert S. Mundorff, Sr., 84, of Gordonville, passed away on December 15, 2009 at Lancashire Hall. Born July 18, 1925 in Rawlinsville, he was a son of the late George Franklin and Minnie Elizabeth (Stokes) Mundorff. He will be lovingly missed by his companion of over 40 years, Mary G. Miller, of Gordonville.

Mr. Mundorff served our country in the U.S. Army in the 2nd Armored Division in Europe during World War II. Bob was a member of Marticville United Methodist Church. He retired in 1989 after 28 years as a truck driver for the Georgia Pacific Corp. He was a member of the American Legion Post #34 in Lancaster and a life member of Millersville-Manor VFW Post #7294. In his younger years, Bob played for the Marticville baseball team.

Mr. Mundorff is survived by his son: Robert S. Mundorff, Jr.; his brother: John Paul Mundorff; two grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Bob was preceded in death by one sister and two brothers.

Funeral services are scheduled for 1:00 p.m. Monday, December 21, 2009 at the Gundel Funeral Home, 415 North Duke St., Lancaster. The viewing will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow the service at Riverview Burial Park where military honors will be accorded. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 3544 North Progress Ave., Suite 205, Harrisburg, PA 17110. The Gundel Funeral Home, Inc. is assisting the family with arrangements. For additional information or to send a condolence, please call 393-1776 or visit: gundelfuneralhome.com

Don’t forget: The Post New Years party is tonight at 8pm and features all-you-can-eat buffet & drinks for just $35! There are still some tickets available and it is open to the public, so feel free to drop in!