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Chapter Officers
SENIOR CHAPTER DIRECTORS
Randy & Delores Galloway
ASSISTANT CHAPTER DIRECTORS
SENIOR DIRECTORS
MEMBERSHIP ENHANCEMENT
COORDINATORS
Ed & Mary Ann Grazier
ASSISTANT CHAPTER DIRECTORS
SENIOR DIRECTORS
Mac & Janice McGlothlin
SENIOR CHAPTER EDUCATOR
Murray Dunkin
ASSISTANT EDUCATORS
2017 Couple of the Year
Newsletter Editors
Walter & Barbara Donnell
TREASURER
Barry & Connie Glenn
In this issue:
“The Bulletin”
Chapter “E”,
Stones River Wings
Gold Wing Road Riders Association
Spring Fling 2017 is in our rear view mirror and we are
looking ahead to other events and adventures, but the
memories of five exciting days are still in our minds. Those
five days started Wednesday morning with the group
traveling to Pigeon Forge by motorcycle meeting in
Murfreesboro, getting our pre-ride briefing and going over
the route we would ride. The ride took us through
McMinnville, Pikeville, Athens, Maryville, Townsend and
Wear Valley to Pigeon Forge, just to mention a few of the
towns we rode through.
The doors opened at 10:00 am on Thursday, which was the
official start of Spring Fling. After picking up our
registration packets we spent the rest of that day cruising
through the vendors and getting ready for opening
ceremonies and the theme costume contest. Chapter E had two winners, Eden Brannon won 1st
place in the individual category and Mac and Eden won 1st place in the couple’s category. I’m
sure you will see pictures as you continue to read this newsletter.
On Friday Murray Dunkin led the Chapter on a very scenic and enjoyable ride that took us from
Gatlinburg to Townsend on The Little River Gorge Rd. Just outside Townsend we turned left
onto The Foothills Parkway, following The Foothills Parkway for about seventeen miles. It
wasn’t long until we were on US 129 AKA “The Dragon “ or Deals Gap, for motorcycle riders
it doesn’t need any further description. At the end of 11 miles and 318 curves we stopped at the
Deals Gap Motorcycle Resort for a break before riding to Fontana Dam on NC 28, another great
motorcycle road. Leaving the dam we continued on NC 28 and US 19/74 to Cherokee, NC and
a very good lunch at Granny’s Restaurant. After lunch we rode through the business district of
Cherokee to US 441, the highway that would take us across the 5048 ft. Newfound Gap and
back to Pigeon Forge. The weather had been wonderful all day but that changed as we started
the climb up the east side of Newfound Gap, before we reached the top we endured a thunder
storm with a torrential downpour. After stopping to put on raingear, a little late, the ride down
the mountain and into sunny Pigeon Forge was a good end to a very good ride in the mountains
of East Tennessee and Western North Carolina. Thanks for the Ride Murray!!
Friday night’s Talent Show was so much fun and the performances were great, our own Walter
Donnell took first place in the serious category performing a song that tugged on more than a
few heart strings, ask Troy Hurt about Walter’s performance. I can’t leave Friday without
mentioning that Elvis was in the building, as a matter of fact Elvis and his backup Elvis were in
the building, thanks Mac and Walter. Since Saturday was the last day of the Rally members
were hurrying to get that last minute safety chrome or clothing before closing ceremonies.
Closing ceremonies is the time for the presentations of awards to individuals in recognition of
their service to the members of GWRRA and The Tennessee District. We are so proud of every
member of Chapter E and especially proud of the Members honored with awards at Spring
Fling. Ed and Mary Ann Grazier received The Audrey Batson Memorial Award 2017
Tennessee Members of the Year, Murray Dunkin was the recipient of the TN District Educator
of the Year and Barbara Donnell received the award as The District Newsletter Editor for the
First Quarter of 2017. Congratulations to all who received these awards.
Randy and Delores Galloway
SENIOR CHAPTER
DIRECTORS
May 2017
Volume 2, Issue 5
Monthly Social: Shoney’s Restaurant, 267 N. Lowry Street, Smyrna, TN
Second Saturday monthly. Breakfast at 9:00 a.m., Social at 10:00 a.m.
We are Friends for Fun
Safety and Knowledge!
Staff Comments
June Activity Calendar/Activity Photos
Region/District/National Items
Tennessee Gathering Listing
Paid Advertisers
Smyrna, Tennessee
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Ed & Mary Ann Grazier
Assistant Chapter Directors
We are friends for
Fun, Safety and
Knowledge.
“We believe in
giving back to the
community whenever
we can”
OTHER KEY
CHAPTER
STAFF
Sunshine Lady
Janice McGlothlin
50/50 Coordinator
Geraldine Jones
Motorist Awareness
Tim & Carol Moore
Special Event
Coordinators
Art & Doris Seely
Individual of the Year
Jim Sterling
Webmaster
Master University
Trainer
Ed Grazier
Senior University
Trainer
Mac McGlothlin
“PARTICIPATION AND ATTITUDE, THE KEY TO SUCCESS”
As we reflect over the past months activities and the enjoyment we’ve had with our many friends
in the Chapter and throughout the District, let us just say that “We’re elated that we’re not your
average “couch potatoes”. At our age it’s just a pleasure to remain active and continue to enjoy
our common hobby of riding with our motorcycling (is that a word) friends. And, it’s even more
enjoyable as a result of the activities of our Chapter and the numerous varied events that are
offered monthly in order to keep our group of participants in a cohesive circle of friends. April,
like every other month, was a mixed bag of activities. What do you think the key is to the success
of our Chapter? Is it the leadership, the esprit de corps, our social and meeting location, the
overall program, just being a member of GWRRA, the motorcycles, or what else you might think
about. Yep, all of these factors are contributors to our program, but the one ingredient that ties it
all together is the desire of our participants to “PARTICIPATE.” We’re fortunate to have
leadership that plans an active program, based on the desires expressed by our participants, and
structured along GWRRA guidelines. Additionally, it’s great to have a meeting location that
welcomes our business and does the best they can to accommodate us. But all of the planning, the
best program, and everything else that goes into creating a good Chapter environment, will mean
nothing, unless the participants support the planned activities and program that is developed.
And, once again, we’re fortunate to have a membership that does actively support our program.
That’s evidenced by the sheer number of participants that show up for the rides, events, other
Chapter visits, and just about anything that we do. It’s refreshing to know that the majority of
our participants will actually participate in whatever the Chapter may be doing. Communication
and planning of activities is a key ingredient that helps to make any outing or undertaking a
complete success. In almost every instance, participants need only to let the Director know that
they’re participating and then just show up at the event meeting location. Early on in our
membership in GWRRA, we were told that leadership has the task of planning and implementing
a program that appeals to the majority of participants in the Chapter. The member has the
responsibility of supporting the overall Chapter program, and showing up at events expecting to
have a fun time and doing whatever they can to promote the enjoyment of everyone else at the
event. Simply said “There’s no room for stinkin’ thinkin’, or sour grapes, at any GWRRA event.
Everyone should expect to have a good time, and actively promote the fun atmosphere, which is
intended. Philosophical, maybe, but it’s what we’ve come to expect of ourselves and others. And,
if we all think that way, every outing will continue to support the success of our Chapter. We’ve
frequently heard the request from Randy that if you have some event that you’d like to participate
in, to bring it to his attention. Fresh new ideas or activities have always been welcome. A big
thanks to all within the Chapter who share the many responsibilities in helping with the various
tasks of operating a functional program, responsive to the needs of our participants.
On another note, congratulations to all of the contest winners and those recognized with special
awards at the Tennessee District Convention. The PARTICIPATION that we eluded to above,
was evident throughout the entire event. Chapter E participants were not only recognized
throughout the event, but were also active volunteers at the many functions, i.e, registration,
Leadership Training booth, Membership Enhancement Program booth and the Rider Education
booth. Photos later in this publication depict some of our participation. Noteworthy, is that even
with the busy schedule of the event, the Chapter found time to enjoy a great motorcycle ride to
and from the event and a day ride on Friday that included our annual “Tail of the Dragon” ride
and a visit to Fontana Dam. We enjoyed a bit of liquid sunshine at the conclusion of the day ride
and on our return trip, but we have come to expect some type of moisture at this annual SPRING
event. Remember, “April showers, bring May flowers”. So as
we see it May should be a positively stunning and colorful
month. Flowers should be plentiful, ‘cause the rain was.
The Chapter fund raiser event for the Wings Across Tennessee
ride, is in full swing. Ticket sales are moving along quite well,
and we have heard news of some nice donations from various
merchants in the Murfreesboro, Smyrna and LaVergne area.
Keep up the good work, it’s all for the children of St Jude
Children’s Research Hospital and ultimately the Children of
the world. Until next month . . Ride Safe, Ride
Often
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RIDING IN THE RAIN….AGAIN
Wow, what a great Spring Fling for Chapter E members
with all the accolades, awards and fun that was had by
all. The thespians (or characters) in the chapter put on a
great show and made us all proud. A high-5 to
MacElvis, Walter the Crooner and Bobby Soxer
Eden for their award-winning performances. I would be
remiss if I didn’t mention and thank the 4 wheel drivers
who chauffeured us around Pigeon Forge and kept us
comfortable and dry.
For those riding their motorcycles, we had a great ride from Murfreesboro to the Bear Crossing
Condos and arrived safely with no problems encountered. We had wonderful weather and it was
really therapeutic and a safe ride on the back roads of Tennessee. We also had a good ride in the
mountains on Friday until running into the bane of motorcycling riding….rain.
I was the group leader for the ride on Friday and it turned out to be a teachable moment for me
when leading a group and running into a rain storm. I should have announced that we would pull off as soon as we found shelter or it quit
raining. As it turned out, riders just dropped out to put on rain gear in the rain or adjust riding gear. There was no shelter in the park so I
kept riding until it stopped raining and we found a safe rest area to stop and put on dry rain gear. At this point, there were just 2 of us. We
lost group integrity and we had no sense of what was happening to everyone in the group. I should have been on the CB at this point
letting everyone know the situation and where we were located so the group could get back together again. As it turned out, riders
staggered by and either pulled in to join us or just kept on going not knowing we were there. My bad, I was greatly relieved when
everyone returned safely to Pigeon Forge. For the record, Dennis did a great job at tail gunner a big thank you to him.
I wanted to bring this up for someone else who leads a ride that communication is important to inform and keep informed of what is
happening with the group. It is important to keep track of everyone and make sure that everyone is safe and doesn’t get left behind. Rider
safety is paramount and the ride leader makes decisions based on the safety of the group. That is not to say that individual riders can’t do
what they need to do in their own safe interest, but try to let the leader know what is going on and get back with the group again when
possible.
My apologies for getting preachy, but it’s not easy leading a group in less than perfect situations. Fortunately for us, Randy led us back
home in the rain on Sunday and we had no serious problems other than riding in the rain. You make it seem easy.
Ride Safe, Ride Smart and SEE you on the next ride,
Murray
Murray Dunkin
Chapter “E” Educator
Chapter E Road Captain Seminar and Certification
On the afternoon of April 8th, after our regular Chapter Social, Mac & Ed conducted a Rider
Education Seminar for Road Captains, for twenty-two participants. We had eleven Chapter E
participants and riders from Chapters A, C-2, G, H and S. Upon completion of the seminar,
eleven students completed the ride evaluation and were certified as Road Captains/Co Road
Captains. Congratulations to Jackie, Marty, Walter and Barbara for receiving their
certifications. Randy (who also monitored one of the ride groups), Jeff, Mary Ann, Dennis and
Murray took the seminar as a refresher. Participants from Chapters S and C-2, will complete
the rider portion for certification at a later date. David and Karen Hill, Chapter H and
Tennessee District Couple of the Year; Frank Vanderschaaf, Chapter H; Steve and Karen Thomas, Chapter A; and Jerry and Pat Hicks, Chapter
G, were among those also certified. Sloan’s Motorcycle and ATV Super Center provided the classroom facility for the seminar portion of the
afternoon. The road course was conducted within the North Murfreesboro, Florence and Lascassas communities. This was a great way to kick
off the riding season and to sharpen our skills for the ride to and from Spring Fling. All course completions (seminar and certifications) have
been reported to the Tennessee Educator, so that rider education records could be properly updated.
Walter and I were shocked and honored to receive the 1st Quarter Newsletter Award for our Chapter E
Newsletter. Not because we didn’t think we were deserving of it but because all the other chapter
newsletter editors were also equally deserving! Even though the award has our name on it, Our Chapter E
Newsletter is a combined effort of all our members who contribute articles and pictures. Walter and I
would like to thank you for all you do and helping make it possible for us to receive this award. I’ve always
said there is no “I” in TEAM and this statement rings true for our Chapter E Family.
Walter & Barbara Donnell
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How important are the Motorist Awareness Events?
You Decide, we had 9 GWRRA members including TN Assistant District
Director Troy Hurt, who took the day to ride down to help us with this
event and to keep us in line (LOL). We talked to approximately 168 folks
ranging from motorcycle riders to kids looking at the bikes, getting their
pictures taken on and around them; to folks wanting to know more about
the bikes and the organization. Although we were able to interact with
lots of people the most important was the possible future bikers that may
just get the dream to roll the back roads with the wind in their hair on
some type of motorcycle. You can bet whenever they see one of us on the
road they will be looking and calling their parents attention to us which
could possibly save a life one day. Anyone is free to stop by
and hang out with us as we do these events.
We would like to thank the members who took the time out of there Sunday to attend this event
including Randy Galloway, Ed Grazier, Mac McGlothlin, Walter Donnell, Murray Dunkin,
David Broadway, Art Seely, Deloris Galloway, Troy Hurt and even the queen of Assistant
District Director‘s Vicky Hurt.
Ride Safe,
Tim & Carol Moore
Tim and Carol Moore
THE “E” MAC’s
What an exciting time we had this month as your Couple of the Year. Chapter E came out strong to
support us in our attempt to capture the Couple of the Year Plaque from Chapter Y and we
SUCEEDED!!!!! We appreciate all the support we receive from each and every one of you. It makes our
heart smile when we see you show up in support of us, what an awesome feeling it is! Capturing the
Couple of the Year Plaque was a first for us but I’m sure it won’t be the last.
We had so much fun at Spring Fling! I didn’t realize how much fun it was to volunteer our time. Walter
and I sold tickets for the Couple of the Year Basket give away, we administered the games at the
Educator’s Table, and we worked registration. We made so many new friends and caught up with friends
we hadn’t seen in awhile, all while volunteering our time. Spring Fling is such a fun event and we look
forward to it every year but it was especially special this year knowing we were representing our Chapter
as their Couple of the Year; what an honor. The District Team did an amazing job putting this event
together and we are so appreciative of them for all their hard work.
So……...until next time Ride Safe and Stay Aware.
Walter & Barbara Donnell
2017 Couple of the Year
First, just a quick reminder for those who have a membership renewal date expiring in May and June to contact the
National Headquarters and renew on time. The phone number is on the back of your current membership card, and
in Wing World Magazine. It’s easy to renew by telephone and with your personal credit card. Or, of course, you
can mail it to Phoenix, if you wish.
It was our honor to be appointed as the Membership Enhancement Coordinators for the Chapter at ceremonies at
Spring Fling, and we’ll try to do our best in assisting the Chapter wherever possible. This isn’t our first rodeo as
MEPC’s, so we’ll attempt to contribute based on past experience in this area.
Aside from the mandatory monthly reporting of recruiting and membership management to the National office,
through the District MEPC, some of our responsibilities are in the realm of assisting the Director in managing the
Couple of the Year Program, the Chapter of the Year Program, providing information to participants on how to better enjoy the GWRRA
experience, working to promote recruiting of new members, and retaining our current membership. So, from time to time, we may be discussing
your membership and ideas or recommendation you may have to better the Chapter. We view our position as MEPC’s to be one of assistants to
the Director and assisting Chapter participants wherever we can.
As mentioned at the team meeting, don’t forget to be looking for, and providing, copies of your training records and certificates of completion
for the Horizons Program, if you have previously completed any seminars or courses. Ride Safe,
Ed & Mary Ann Grazier, Coordinators
Chapter Membership Enhancement Program
Don’t forget to:
“Look Twice, and Save A
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Ed & Mary Ann Grazier
2016 Tennessee District
Members of the Year
At the 2017 Tennessee District Convention, Spring
Fling, Ed and Mary Ann were awarded the Audrey
Batson Memorial Award, as the Tennessee District
Members of the Year. Following is an extract from the
Tennessee District web site, explaining the significance
and development of this recognition, as well as a listing
of the annual recipients of this prestigious award, since
it’s inception.
Barbara Donnell, Editor
“AUDREY BATSON MEMORIAL AWARD
“TENNESSEE MEMBER OF THE YEAR”
This article is meant to be a history of this award, how it
came about and what it means. HOW THEN, DOES ONE
QUALIFY FOR THIS PRESTIGIOUS AWARD? “BY
THEIR WORKS YOU SHALL KNOW THEM” In the beginning ... During the year of 1989 a group of Tennessee State Staff members
began to explore possible ways to honor a Tennessee member, Audrey Batson. This lady’s dedication to her husband’s chosen avocation was
well known to the Tennessee Members. Her dedication, zeal and commitment to GWRRA went far above the call to duty. In spite of a
debilitating illness, her spirit was an inspiration to many and THE TENNESSEE MEMBER OF THE YEAR award was created. Audrey Batson
was to be the first recipient of this annual award. This was to be presented to her in the presence of as many of the Tennessee members as
possible, the Tennessee State Rally. In November 1989, Audrey succumbed to her illness. In order to honor and perpetuate her memory, the
name of the award was changed to THE AUDREY BATSON MEMORIAL AWARD – TENNESSEE MEMBER OF THE YEAR. A Special
award was presented to her posthumously at the Tennessee State Rally in April, 1990. Her husband, Ron Batson, was honored by being the first
recipient of the AUDREY BATSON MEMORIAL AWARD – TENNESSEE MEMBER OF THE YEAR at the same rally. Since then 23 other
Tennessee members or couples have been selected to receive this award … the highest honor that can be bestowed on any Tennessee GWRRA
member. THE SELECTION PROCESS: There will be only one award given in any year. The person receiving the award does not have to
prove himself/herself by any type of test or oral presentation. He or she does not have to present him/her in any way after he/she has been
nominated. An effort will be made to keep the nomination secret from the person/persons chosen.
TENNESSEE MEMBERS WHO HAVE BEEN HONORED WITH THIS AWARD
1989 - Ron Batson 1999 – Tom & Carolyn Sanford 2009 – Jeff & Cherri Liner
1990 - Shirley Burton 2000 - Sam & Nancy Winters 2010 - Boyd & Dianne Hixson
1991 - Opal Lee 2001 - William & Sondra Simmons 2011 - Randy & Delores Galloway
1992 - Diane Stang 2002 - Richard & Jeanell Banner 2012 - Gary & Patti Hamilton
1993 - Houston & Kathy Brown 2003 - Ray & Sheila Massengale 2013 - Jim & Mary Cobb
1994 - Zearl & Jane Black 2004 - Tom & Kathy Peck 2014 - Charlie & Pam Huffman
1995 - John & Louise Koty 2005 - Bill & Margaret Roland 2015 - ?
1996 - Bob & Ann Willoughby 2006 - Boots & Phyllis Streetman 2016 - Dennis & Anne Greer
1997 - Brenda & Joe Neeley 2007 - Jerry & Leisa Childers 2017 - Ed & Mary Ann Grazier
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(Extracted in part from the May edition of the Tennessee District Newsletter)
Patti and I would like to encourage everyone to when possible to go and support not only our Districts within
the Region but other regions as well. As I said earlier we had over 20 states attending Spring Fling. Our support
will help them have a successful rally.
Don’t forget the steak-out coming in May. Looking forward to seeing you there. Also the Alabama District
Rally is the same weekend in Mobile, Alabama. If you can’t make the steak-out try Alabama. The South
Carolina District Rally is May 6-7 in Beaufort, SC. A beautiful old city on the coast. June will see the Georgia
District Rally in Dalton, Georgia. They had a lot of Georgia folks come and support us at our rally, if you can
go and support them. June 22-24. August 18-19 is the Kentucky District Rally, in Cave City. If possible go
and support Kentucky. Wing Ding August 29-September 2 in Grapevine Texas. The District has made a deal
with the Comfort Inn, 301 Capital St., Grapevine Texas for rooms at $99.00 dollars a night. Not very far from
Wing Ding location. Mention TN. GWRRA and they will book you a room. Phone 800 338-5150. The Virginia
District Rally is July 6-8 in Roanoke, Va. always a fun rally. Then July 20-22 in the West Virginia rally in Elkins, WVA, a new location for
them. What I hear a beautiful place to visit. Then in September 28-30 in the North Carolina rally in a new location, Waynesville, NC. Should
be fun. Try and support our GWRRA districts, they came and supported us.. And to end the year off be sure and send in your registration to
attend the Region rally November 2-4 in Johnson City, TN.
Gary & Patti Hamilton
Tennessee District Directors
(extracted in part from the April edition of the The Appalachian Gazette)
Have you started getting your pirate costumes ready for the Appalachian Fall Finale in
November? It will be held at the Holiday Inn and Convention Center in Johnson City,
Tennessee again this year. Our theme for 2017 is a Buccaneer’s Bash. There will be a
rally themed costume competition, so get your good buds together and put your
thinking caps on. Extra credit will be given to any individual or group who puts a little
more into it and entertains us during the competition. We will have not one but two
guided rides this year for you to take part in. We will be selecting the 2017-2018 Region
“N” Couple of the Year at the rally, so come and support your couple. They really do
need your support. And for your enjoyment, Rosalie and Willie Boyles will be back
again this year with a whole new show for you. If you were there last year you know
how much FUN this show is, and if you weren’t there last year you will definitely want to see what everyone is talking about. This is
just a sample of what we have planned for you, so come on up to East Tennessee and party with the Region.
Glenda & Alan Keough
Region “N” Directors
The GWRRA National web site is the place to go for
Wing Ding 39
August 29 — September 2, 2017
registration forms, vendor listings, full event schedule and the most up to date
information on our Annual National Convention and trade show. If you plan on
attending, now is the time to make your travel plans and hotel accommodations.
Grapevine will be a great place to enjoy Texas hospitality, renew old
acquaintances and make new friends!
We have two birthdays in the month of June.
Dalton McKee, June 4
Isabel Rawson, June 18
We have two anniversaries in the month of June.
Jim & Brenda Sterling, June 1
Ed & Mary Ann Grazier, June 8
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Janice McGlothlin
Sunshine Lady
Chicken Pot Pie
1 package (2 rounds; 15 ounces) refrigerated pastry rounds.
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
1 1/2 cups chopped frozen or fresh vegetables of your choice
2 cups (about 8 ounces) shredded cooked chicken
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Salt and ground black pepper
2 cups of chicken broth
Directions: Place rack in center of oven and preheat oven to 450 degrees. Set one pastry aside. Place the other round in a 9-inch
pie pan that is 2 inches deep. Crimp the edge of the pastry with a fork, then prick the bottom a few times. Bake the pastry until
browned, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove the pie pan from the oven and set it aside. Reduce heat to 350 degrees. While the crust bakes,
melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add vegetables and cook, stirring, for about 1 minute. Add the chicken and
cook, stirring for about 1 minute longer. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and chicken, then season with salt and pepper to
taste. Cook stirring until the flour is incorporated, about 1 minute. Add the broth to the skillet,
increase the heat to medium-high, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly, 1-2 minutes.
Pour the chicken mixture into the baked piecrust. Cover the top with the remaining pastry round.
Turn the edge of the top pastry under the crimped edge of the bottom crust with your fingertips. Press
around the edge with a fork to seal the two together. Make several vents in the top pastry with a sharp
knife. Bake the pie on top of a baking sheet until the crust is golden brown and the juices are bubbling,
20 to 25 minutes. If the juices are bubbling but the top has not browned, place the pot pie under the
broiler until it turns golden. Let the pot pie rest for 10 minutes, then slice it and serve.
Sending our thoughts
and prayers out to
Walter Donnell and
family. Walter’s
uncle passed away
on May 3, 2017.
SEE IT Big...
But
Keep it simple.
Character is not made in a crisis…
It is only revealed
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Let’s have some fun and see if you can guess who’s in the picture. If you would like to
participate send me a picture, I’ll put it in the newsletter and we will see who can guess who you
are at our monthly social.
Ok Chapter E can you guess who I am?
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Randy & Delores
Walter & Barbara
Ed & Mary Ann
Our Fabulous Fifties Ladies
Mac & Janice
Mac & Murray
Just Clownin’ Around
Jackie & Eden
Dennis & Marty
Jeff & Geraldine
Art & Doris
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Chapter E Individual Recognitions Received at Spring Fling
Ed & Mary Ann Grazier, Recipients of Audrey Batson
Tennessee Member of the Year Award for 2016; Walter
Donnell , Winner Serious Division of Talent Show; Barbara
Donnell, Winner 1st Quarter Tennessee District Newsletter
Contest; and Murray Dunkin, Selected as 2016 Tennessee
District Educator of the Year
Mac & Eden
Best Dressed Couple
Chapter E, Best Dressed Chapter, Runner Up
Eden
Best Dressed Individual
Jackie—Winner of Poker Run
On Way to Spring Fling
Tennessee District Chapter Socials
Chapter A: Last Tuesday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm Golden Corral, 315 Old Lebanon Dirt
Rd., Hermitage, TN CDs: Troy & Vickie Hurt 615-351-6629
Chapter A2: 3rd Monday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm Shoney's 1021 W Lamar Alexander
Pkwy Maryville, TN CD: Jim & Joyce Hunsley 217-412-9986
Chapter B: 1st Tuesday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm Shoney's Restaurant, 2405 Andersonville
Hwy, Clinton, TN Senior CDs: Tom & Kathy Peck 423-907-9712
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Region N
Glenda & Alan Keough
Kyle & Mitzela Craig
Jim & Beverly Rambo
Erwin & Denise Blake
Brenda Perkinson
Tennessee District
Gary & Patti Hamilton
Alvin & Josie Nelson
Max & Renee Thomas
mlt1958@comcast
Dennis & Anne Greer
Mike Burkitt
Director
Educator
Trainer
Member
Enhancement
Motorist
Awareness
Goldwing Road Rider Association 21423 North 11th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona
PHONE: (800) 843-9460 http://www.gwrra.org
HOURS: Monday—Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (CST)
National Directors: Ray & Sandi Garris
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Chapter C: 3rd Tuesday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm Mama's House Buffet, 2608 N. John B Dennis Hwy, Kingsport, TN Senior CDs: Richard & Connie Pendleton 423-245-8484
Chapter C2: 3rd Saturday Monthly Eat 9:00 am / Meet 10:00 am Shoney's, 4148 Us Highway 127 S Crossville, TN CDs: Buddy & Brenda Turner 931-260-2906
Chapter E: 2nd Saturday Monthly Eat 9:00 am / Meet 10:00 am Shoney's Restaurant, 267 N. Lowry Street Smyrna TN CDs: Randy & Delores Galloway 615-893-0556
Chapter F: 3rd Thursday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm Golden Corral, 2905 W. Andrew Johnson Hwy, Morristown, TN CDs: Elizabeth & Earl Smith 585-737-9823
Chapter G: 3rd Thursday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm Gondola Pizza and Steak House, 412 E Carroll St, Tullahoma, TN CDs: Dennis & Anne Greer 931-728-1463
Chapter H: 4th Saturday Monthly Eat 9:00 am / Meet 10:00 am Shoneys, 1306 Murfreesboro Rd. Franklin, TN CDs: Will & Thu Horsley 615-483-2335
Chapter L: 1st Saturday Monthly Eat 9:00 am / Meet 10:00 am Ryan's, 405 S. Cumberland , Leba-non, TN Senior CDs: Andrew & Debbie Smith 615-784-9772
Chapter M: 2nd Tuesday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm 550 Fort Loudon Medical Center Dr., Lenior City, TN CDs: Brian & Loretta Richards 865-249-6173
Chapter N: 1st Saturday Monthly Eat 5:00 pm / Meet 6:00 pm Perkins Restaurant, 999 Van Drive, Jackson, TN CDs: Jeff & Shari Douglas 731-267-3388
Chapter O: 1st Saturday Monthly Eat 9:00 am / Meet 10:00 am Golden Corral, 350 Stuart Rd. NE (I-75 Exit 27), Cleveland, TN CD: Shane McAmis 423-310-5903
Chapter Q: Last Monday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm Shoney’s 3083 Wilma Rudolph Blvd, Clarksville, TN CD: Cindy Bidwell 731-642-7657
Chapter S: 3rd Saturday Monthly Eat 1:00 pm / Meet 2:00 pm My Time Cafe, 125 Main St, Portland, TN CDs: Grant & Carol Bottomley 615-337-8386
Chapter T: 4th Tuesday Monthly Eat 6:00pm / Meet 7:00pm Shoney's 315 E Emory Road Powell, TN CDs: Bobby & Debby Cash 865-705-7877
Chapter V: 2nd Saturday Monthly Eat 9:00 am / Meet 10:00 am Honda Southern Power Sports, 1394 Workman Road, Chattanooga, TN CD: Mildred (Millie) Batts 423-544-3565
Chapter W2: 3rd Saturday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm Perkins Restaurant, 1340 South Germantown Pkwy, Memphis, TN CDs: Ivan & Leesa Coburn 870-739-1079
Chapter Y: 3rd Saturday Monthly Eat 9:00 am / Meet 10:00 am Jaycees Colonel’s Club, 403 Hickerson Dr, Murfreesboro TN CDs: Wesley & Cindy Neal 615-668-4448
Chapter Z: 2nd Saturday Monthly Eat 5:30 pm / Meet 6:30 pm Catfish Campus Restaurant, 2509 Keith Dr, Columbia, TN CDs: Chuck & Cindy Madison 931-698-6656
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support of our Chapter.
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