Oro Valley Post 132 Newsletter, October 9, 2023.
Oro Valley Post 132 and Family activities/notices and information.
Post and Auxiliary membership meetings:
Thursday, October 19, 6:30 pm at Vistoso Memorial Chapel, 2285 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd, Oro Valley. A social with complimentary refreshments follows each meeting. The Auxiliary Unit members meet in a separate room, same time, same location. POC: Gary Smith, phone 214-431-2187 or email [email protected].
Sons of the American Legion Squadron 132 membership meeting:
Saturday, October 21, 10:30 am, Vistoso Memorial Chapel, 2285 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd., Oro Valley. POC is Ed Davis, phone 520-229-1064 or email [email protected].
Upcoming Dates and events to remember:
October 13, U.S. Navy’s 248th Birthday:
On October 13, 1775, the Continental Congress voted to fit out two sailing vessels, armed with ten carriage guns, and swivel guns manned by crews of eighty. Their mission was to intercept transports carrying munitions and stores to the British Army in America.
November 3-5 American Legion Department of Arizona Fall Conference :
American Legion Department of Arizona Fall Conference at the El Conquistador Resort in Oro Valley. Members of the Legion, Auxiliary, SAL and Riders, from around the state, assemble for training sessions, committee reports, and comradery. Contact the following by October 23 for your free event registration: Interested Post 132 members register with Adjutant Gary Smith, email [email protected] or call 214-431-2187. Interested Auxiliary members contact Onita Davis, call 520-229-1064 or email [email protected] ,SAL members contact Ed Davis, call 520-229-1064 or email [email protected] and Riders members contact Jeff Fawks, call 661-802-2596 or email [email protected]. Registration is required even if you plan to attend only a portion of the conference.
Past Activities and Important Information:
Sept 21, Post meeting:
Color Guard/Honor Guard Captain, Ray Baldwin, recognized all Color Guard/Honor Guard team members present for their commitment and dedication to the Post. Ray and Post commander Wayne Larroque thanked the members for representing the Post and its members and for having a positive and recognized presence within the community. They perform at the memorial and funeral services of veterans, school events, dedication ceremonies, special occasions at community locations, and at patriotic events. They are the most active in southern Arizona. Pictured L-R: Gene Wickey (Team Scheduler), Thomas Roblee, Ray Baldwin (Team Captain), Bob Franke, Bob Herd, Tony Plattner, John Madaloni, Don Besse, Jim Seppala, Past commander Dan McGregor, Jim Horton, Jim Barnhart, Rick Gonzales, Fred Sheaffer, Danny Lemon, Bill Madara, Dee Mahony, and Jim Martens.
Change to Medicare Part D insulin costs:
Each one-month supply of Medicare Part D-covered insulin is capped at $35, and there is no deductible for insulin. For answers to frequently asked questions go to: www.cms.gov/files/document/frequently-asked-questions-medicare-part-d-insulin-benefit.pdf.
For Veterans enrolled in VA Health Care:
The Tucson VA Medical Center (SAVAHCS) is now offering flu shots. The Center has a flu shot station set up daily inside the main entrance to Building 80.
Post and Auxiliary Unit 132 receive recognition:
The leadership of the Tucson Veterans Serving Veterans (TVSV) organization has again recognized Post and Auxiliary Unit 132 for their unwavering and generous support of the TVSV “Veterans in Need” program. “Post and Auxiliary Unit 132 can always be counted on to come to the aid of a veteran in need”.
Post’s hospice Veterans visitation and recognition program:
Post members, by invitation, visit veterans who are in the care of hospice centers. If you are interested in volunteering for this meaningful Post program, please contact Post Chaplain Jim Seppala at 520-405-7158 or email [email protected].
Honoring and Remembering:
The Post 132 Honor Guard recently performed at Memorial Services for the following veterans: Robert Chavez, U.S. Army Vietnam era; Henry Granillo U.S. Army Vietnam era; Raul Castro USMC Vietnam era; and Chauncey Webb U.S. Navy Vietnam era. The participation of the Post’s Honor Guard is an important and memorable part of the service and is greatly appreciated by the deceased’s family and friends.
Contact Info:
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Post Website:
Post Mailing address:
Oro Valley Post 132, PO Box 69665, Oro Valley, AZ 85737.
Post 132 commander:
Wayne Larroque, call 825-0732 or email [email protected].
SAL Squadron 132 commander:
Ed Davis, call 520-229-1064 or email [email protected]
Riders Chapter 132 Director:
Jeff Fawks, call 520-245-8521 or email [email protected].
Service Officer:
Jeri Harwood call 208-351-9945 or email [email protected].
Auxiliary Unit president:
Lori Oehlert, phone 920-319-6700 or email [email protected]
Past Commander/Newsletter Editor:
Ed Davis, call 520-229-1064 or email [email protected]