| CHAPTER 678 Sitrep |
| January, February, March 2009 |
| The situation report (sitrep) for the operations of VVA Pocono Chapter 678 of Northeast Pennsylvania. |
2008 Presidents Award presented to Tom White President Glen Lippincott presented the President*s Award to Tom at a Sunday farewell luncheon at Big Daddy*s restaurant in Swiftwater, PA. A display case for medals and memorabilia was presented in lieu of a plaque because of Tom*s high profile Chapter 678 service. Tom gave a short speech about his time with us. Tom remarked; *I enjoyed my old Chapter in New Jersey, but I had more fun with you guys!* Tom pledged that he would hang the display case in a place of honor at his new home. We wish him well and hope he can enrich the lives of his fellow Vietnam vets in Virginia. Tom White joined us as a transfer from a NJ VVA Chapter. He quickly became involved as a product sales chairman, Single-point-of-contact (SPOC), Officer, and newsletter editor. Tom also was a valuable member to our In-School primary source history program. His wit and interaction with the other presenters added a humorous dimension to our Vietnam War program. His presence was noted and sorely missed at the recent In-school program at Pocono Mountain High School-West. We wish both Tom and his wife, Judy as well as Chuck the best on their move to the South and a healthy New Year. Contributing writer: Glen Lippincott |
Chapter 678 loses members to the South It was a bittersweet ceremony at the November Chapter regular meeting. Charles *Chuck* Petrocelli who is moving to Texas and Tom White with his wife Judy who are moving to Virginia were honored for their service to the VVA, their country and their fellow veterans. President Glen Lippincott presented each man with a certificate of appreciation for their individual service to the Chapter. Chuck Pertrocelli was a long- term member of 678 who is best known for his determined fund raising efforts. Chuck could often be found *can-shaking* outside Bill*s Shur-Save or other Mt. Pocono area markets and stores. Chuck would often work the whole day by himself. Chuck is the last member of the fund-raising triumvirate. Hank *Cowboy* Evans and Bob Parish have both passed away. |
| Chapter 678 is now on the World Wide Web at www.678.net That’s right we have finally moved into the 21st century. You can access our web-site at the address above. The site offers information about our chapter, as well as directions to the meeting place, an e-mail address to reach us, our current events calendar, a list of our officers and directors, copies of our current and previous newsletters, and a down-loadable membership form for new members or for current members to renew their membership. In the future we will be offering additional information of interest and photographs of chapter events. Please visit the web-site and provide us with feedback or suggestions for future inclusion on the site. Contact the webmaster: Ralph Keiper for any additions to our web-site. 570-350-7588 or rlkeiper@104thengineers.com |
Where’s Waldo? Please visit the web site vva678.net, INDEX PAGE for clues. Try to find Waldo and receive a prize. If you click on the right item Waldo will pop up with an e- mail form to claim your prize. Clues can be found on the Index page of our web-site Previous Winner: William E. Kastler is the winner for January. |
| Calendar Of Events |
Day Parade. We need as many of us to March or ride in the parade. Please try to plan on riding and/or marching with the VVA 678. Assemble 12:30 PM Stroudsburg High School parking area. Parade lineup site: http://Poconoirishparade. org/paradelineup.htm Let’s have a strong showing in the parade on March 22nd. |
March 26th 7:35 PM Chapter 678 Meeting, VFW Post 2540 March 29th National Vietnam Veterans Day. ELECTION DATE April 23rd Meeting *Election of Officers* 7:35 PM - Chapter 678, Meeting, VFW Post 2540 May 24th Rolling Thunder http://www.rollingthunder1.com/ May 28th 7:35 PM - Chapter 678 Meeting, VFW Post 2540 Fund-raiser at Bill's Sure Save, Mt Pocono- June 23rd 2009 June 25th 7:35 PM Chapter 678 Meeting, VFW Post 2540 |
| WE HAVE A DONATED TRAILER FOR THE St Patty’s Day Parade. We need some donated decorations and help to get it ready for the parade. Call Marty Barrett if you can help. 570-895-2461 THEN: We have a trailer that is being converted into a float for the parades that we participate in can you help in this effort? If you have a folding chair and wish to ride in the parade, contact Debbie Russo at 570-504-5539 space is limited so call early or e-mail her at vva678@hotmail.com A very big THANK-YOU to a very supportive member of vva678 William Kastler has donated the decorations we needed for float. We are still in need for other items, please contact Debbie Russo if you can help. |
| BOARD OF DIRECTORS Tony Fasano 917-705-2398 Matt Herlihy 570-269-5658 Brian Koehler 570-350-3917 Howard Polbos 610-381-2241 Tom Bremer 570-906-4994 |
| OFFICERS President: Glen Lippincott 570-992-6038 Vice President: Joe Clampet 570-588-3782 Secretary: Marty Barrett 570-895-2461 Treasurer: Marty Barrett 570-895-2461 Chaplain: Howard "Doc" Polbos 610-381-2241 AVVA CONTACT Betty Evans 570-646-9022 |
List of Purple Heart Recipients Brian Koehler Glen Lippincott If your name belongs here contact me by e-mail or phone. rlkeiper@104thengineers.com 570-350-7588 |
| Veterans Day at the Courthouse "L-R Doug Albertson, Glen Lippincott, Brian Bittenbender, Howard "Doc" Polbos, Teddy Polbos, Marty Barrett, Brian Koehler." |
| "Night of Unity at Pleasant Valley High School- 2009" Howard Polbos, Glen Lippincott, Tony & Kathy Fasano |
| "Night of Unity at Pleasant Valley High School- 2009" Howard (DOC) Polbos, Marty Barrett, Glen Lippincott |
| "Night of Unity at Pleasant Valley High School 2009” Marty Barrett, Glen Lippincott |