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John A. ScocosSecretary of the

Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs

We conclude our series of columns memorializing the 30th anniversary of the end of the War in Vietnam, a conflict that meshed with the social upheaval of the 1960s to forever change America.

The Vietnam War taught us many lessons. It demonstrated that American soldiers, when called to fight for their country, are dedicated, disciplined and extremely effective. It taught us to respect history – not filmmakers – to reflect on the truth about our soldiers’ performance.

Contrary to movie images, our soldiers never lost a major battle in Vietnam. And despite a casualty rate higher than the brutal fighting in the Pacific during World War II, more than 91 percent of our soldiers in Vietnam said they were glad they served – and three fourths said they would do it again even knowing the outcome.

Vietnam tore America apart politically. But it reminded us to keep a firm separation between our citizens’ rights to discuss, support and dispute America’s foreign policy goals – and the need to support the young men and women called to fight and enforce those goals.

In Vietnam, the debate over the war spilled onto our soldiers. This can never happen again. Of the 165,400 young people Wisconsin sent to fight in the jungles of Vietnam, 1,239 never came home and one in 10 was a casualty.

The lessons of Vietnam still apply. We are at war in two countries and have nervous relations with Iran and North Korea. China is becoming a world super power. The Middle East remains a caldron. U.S. involvement with any of these nations will draw hot debate.

But history serves us well here. It has always been this way.

We recall World War I and II as “Great Wars.” History reminds us that World War I created massive social upheaval, with America entering the war late – only after the narrowest of votes in Congress. In World War II, it took an attack on Pearl Harbor for Congress to declare war on Japan and Germany –

after Germany had overrun most of Europe and Japan had brutally captured nations from China nearly to Hawaii.

At the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs, we don’t forget history (which is why we have the nation’s finest state veterans history museum). Vietnam reminds us firmly of our mission: To support those who have fought for their country and to forge respect for the job they did as soldiers, sailors, and aircraft crews to protect us and advance the interests of our country.

Vietnam reminds us of the role – and the dangers – of politics. Our mission is neither Democratic nor Republican. We work hard to maintain communication – and respect – for both political parties – and that’s why our state agency receives nearly unanimous support from them.

Vietnam may not have taught our agency the value of that relationship. But Vietnam reminded us strongly – in ways that words could never capture –- the importance of building bipartisanship by staying true to our mission and our state’s veterans.

The 30th anniversary of the end of the War in Vietnam taught us all lessons we’ll never forget.

That’s why our agency has created “Mission: Welcome Home.” It’s a statewide program involving everyone from car dealers to local Chambers of Commerce. It’s designed to help our returning soldiers re-enter society smoothly and honorably.

As the son of a World War II POW, a veteran and member of the Army Reserve, I remain committed to my pledge that this agency will do everything in its power to honor our vets – and ensure that what happened in Vietnam does not happen again in Wisconsin.

I’m honored to work with so many people in my agency, the governor and both political parties, to make this lesson work for all of us.

In Conclusion

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The American LegionThe American Legion Auxiliary

The Sons of the American Legion PilgrimageThe American Legion Riders

61 Annual Pilgrimagest

Members waiting for the parade to start.

June 19, 2016

Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs

SecretaryJohn A. Scocos

Division of Veterans Homes

Division AdministratorRandy Nitschke

Wisconsin Veterans Home at KingCommandantJim Knight

Deputy CommandantShannon Hardel

Medical DirectorAlan Strobusch

Ainsworth HallExecutive Director

Molly Gutt

MacArthur HallExecutive Director

Gregory Reichenbach

Olson Hall Executive Director

Sandra Schoen

Stordock HallExecutive DirectorTammy Servatius

Marden AdministratorShelley Jandt

Admission DirectorHillary Larson

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61 Annual Pilgrimagest

Ken Schollcraft, 7th District AL Vice Commander and Mike Christianson with Onalaska AL Post 336

donated shirts and socks.

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Non-Monetary

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On behalf of the members, we sincerely Thank Everyone for

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MonetaryJim EspesethKing, WI

Polish Legion of American Veterans - Krakow Post 178 Pulaski, WI

American Legion Auxiliary Child Welfare Rehabilitation Pulaski, WI

Ladies Auxiliary Fleet Reserve Association Unit #238 Plover, WI

Gary Schwersinske King, WI

David & Louise Witthuhn Appleton, WI

Randall & Debra Cook Sherwood, WI

Darlene Craig Almond, WI

Jeffrey Drake Neenah, WI

David & Terri Hayes Menasha, WI

Charles Jr. & Jo Ellen Janssen Kimberly, WI

Randy Miller Kaukauna, WI

Karen & Kim Rudat Neenah, WI

John & Cindy Siegel Kaukauna, WI

Linda Warner Menasha, WI

Fox Valley WI HOG Chapter Appleton, WI

Robert & Susan Williams Neenah, WI

AMVETS Post 3 & Auxiliary Racine, WI

VFW Auxiliary Kaukauna, WI

Patriot Guard RidersDodgeville, WI

Morris & Kathryn Fagg Chilton, WI

American Legion Auxiliary - Dept. of WI Portage, WI

Connie Morgan King, WI

The Nielsen CompanyGreen Bay, WI

Elizabeth Hoffman King, WI

David Heffron King, WI

Peter Wollner American Legion Auxiliary Unit #288 Cedarburg, WI

Fred MuschinskeKing, WI

Haviland Hearing Aids, Inc. Appleton, WI

WI ELKS National Veterans Services BPOE #57Fond Du Lac, WI

DAVAStevens Point, WI

Door County Veterans Service Council Sturgeon Bay, WI

Daughters of Union Veterans - Tent 21 VFW Dept. HQ Monona, WI

State of Wisconsin - Fox Lake Cor-rectional Institution Fox Lake, WI

King’s Men of King - MCLKing, WI

Erling Landsverk King, WI

Randolph Grabarczyk Wauwatosa, WI

PLAV Auxiliary Walter Muszynski Chapter 26Cudahy, WI

PLAV - Walter J. Muszynski Post 26 Cudahy, WI

PLAV - Womens Auxiliary Krakow Post 178 PLAV Auxiliary - Carol Chrapkowski & Christine Lea Beelthe Kent & Lynne Gibbs and Jim & Cleo Marshal Waupaca, WIIn memory of Chuck Lipke

AJ Holly & Sons Waupaca, WIIn memory of Anna Grabarczyk

DAV AuxiliaryStevens Point, WI

American Legion Auxiliary King, WI

Lawrence & Cynthia Penar Lake Zurich, ILIn memory of Alex Severin

Bradley Funeral Home Antigo, WIIn memory of Murray Johnson

Donald Bangert Waupaca, WI

AC DC Inc. Schofield, WI

Silver Lake Lanes Scandanavia, WI

Wausau Riders Schofield, WI

Donna SchroederBrookfield, WI

4th HOOAH WI Waupaca, WI

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 449 Brookfield, WI

American Legion Post 287Mattoon, WI

Fox Valley WI HOG Chapter from Appleton, WI donated $4064 toward the King Home Exchange.

Fox Lake Correctioanl Institution from Fox Lake, WI donated $1000 toward the King Home Exchange.

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Anita Ferris Madison, WI

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church - Sewing Angels Greenville, WI

Arlene Elmer Park Falls, WI

Arnold MickelsonKing, WI

Barb Wilkinson New London, WI

Marine Corps League Oshkosh, WI

Becky Venne Oshkosh, WI

Betty Heckman Nekoosa, WI

DUV Bonduel, WI

Brian Koback Stevens Point, WIIn memory of Ed and Margie Peltier

Calumet Co. VFW 3153 Chilton, WI

Carol Johnson Ogdensburg, WI

Coloma Resale Coloma, WI

Calumet Co. VFW 3153 Chilton, WI

Darrell Barker Merrill, WI

Daryl Lehman Cascade, WI

David & Hope Warren Waupaca, WI

Marine Corps League & Wal-Mart Sun Prarie, WI

David HeffronKing, WI

Weston Lanes Youth Program Schofield, WI

Dean & Pam Johnson Waupaca, WI

Debbie MantheyStevens Point, WI

Dollar General / VFW Auxiliary Plainfield, WI

Don & Lea Garvey Waupaca, WI

Don Hildeman Weyauwega, WI

Don SchwocbKing, WI

Dorothy Scherk Waupaca, WI

Du Bay Lions Club Mosinee, WI

Eugene Jorgensen Oxford, WI

Fox Lake Correctional Institution Fox Lake, WI

Friends of the Library Fremont Wisconsin Fremont, WI

BioKinetix Phoenix, AZ

George Doxtator Stevens Point, WI

Jeff Law Appleton, WI

Jim Malchow Wild Rose, WI

SAR Waupaca, WI

Souls of Honor Neenah, WI

John Meinhardt Shawano, WI

VFW Auxiliary 2653Antigo, WI

ADRC of Central Wisconsin Antigo, WI

Judy GilliamGreen Lake, WI

DAV Van Office Hilbert, WI

American Legion Aux #283 Mountain, WIIn memory of Delbert Zahn

Kelly ChapmanPhillips, WI

American Legion, Ken Schoolcraft 7th District Vice Commander Black River Falls, WI

Kermit Jorgensen Wild Rose, WI

Don Hildeman Weyauwega , WI

Lake Country Republican Women Shawano, WI

Leonard PascavisPlover, WI

Local 578 Oshkosh, WI

Louise FritschlerGrand Marsh, WI

Marge ZavesPhillips, WI

Marian De Lasky Phillips, WI

Mary Reed Viroqua, WI

Mary ShanakWaupaca, WIIn memory of Clarence Lipke and Mike Shanak

AMVETS Post 13 Redgranite, WI

Marine Corps League, Michael Bird Oshkosh, WI

CarePlus Green Bay, WI

Pearley Gates LZ CommitteeGreen Bay, WI

Onalaska American Legion Post 336Onalaska, WI

Mike Bazatta Phillips, WI

Karen Ihrig and Charlene RauskaPrinceton, WI

Nancy Bunnell Shicton, WI

Fortis Management Group Milwaukee, WI

Pam Zietlow and Linda Behm New London, WI

Pat HahnStevens Point, WI

Pat Thomas Phillips, WI

Paralyzed Veterans of AmericaWest Allis, WI

AMVETS & American Legion Merrill, WI

Resource One Little Chute, WI

Rex Evchuk Iola, WI

Robert ChubeckKing, WI

Ron & Cindy Miller Wisconsin Rapids, WI

Resource Center from Little Chute, WI donated clothing items.

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4th HOOAH from Waupaca, WI donated a keyboard, five iPod nanos and one personal weather station.

In Memory of

Anthony KoszalinskiDoris Lange

Joanne SchlatterJohn MeinenHenry Polzin

Arvin Kleinschmidt

Ronald CzerwinskiNicholas Ferguson

Dennis WagnerWesley Warner

Leonard VerjinskiLewis Devore

“Our country is in mourning, a Veteran died today.”

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HELP WANTED!Welcome Salute Volunteers are NEEDED!

The Welcome Salute is a program you may have heard about which started a few months ago at the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King. It is a program which offers new members an opportunity to get to know each other, current members, volunteers, and to learn a little bit more about the King campus.

When first coming to King, it is fair to say, one’s impression may be that it is a big place with a lot of people to meet, places to go, and things to become familiar with. The Welcome Salute was initiated to assist with making the move to King an easier transition with a more welcoming environment.

So what is the Welcome Salute all about? Within a couple of weeks of being admitted to the Veterans Home at King, new members will receive an invitation from a current member or volunteer to attend the next program. The program takes place every other Thursday in the Marden Library from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. On the morning of the Welcome Salute, a member or volunteer will come directly to the new member’s room to personally escort them to the Library, so there are no worries for the new member to try to find the location on their own. Coffee and snacks are provided while we go around the room making introductions. Each member is presented with a ribbon honoring their service specific to the branch in which they served. From the Library’s meet and greet the new members are taken on a personalized tour of the campus by a volunteer. The new member is able to direct where they want to go and what they want to see. Once the tour is completed, the volunteer escorts the new member back to their room. If the new member would prefer to skip the tour and go directly to their room, they are able to do that as well.

If you would like to volunteer and become involved, please call Amber Nikolai at 715.258.4247.

WISCONSIN VETERANS HOME AT KING Anniversaries/VSO Meeting Times

VETERANS SERVICE ORGANIZATION MEETING TIMES

AMERICAN LEGION POST 161 Meets second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. POST meets in the Marden Memorial Center meeting room. AUXILIARY meets in the Marden Memorial Center Multi-Purpose room.

AMVETS POST 1887Meets last Monday of the month at 6:00 p.m. in the Marden Memorial Center Multi-Purpose room.

DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANSChapter #53 meets at 7:30 p.m. at the New London Community Center. Call (715) 823-5335 for meeting room.

MARINE CORPS LEAGUEMeets third Thursday of the month at 1:30 p.m. in the Marden Memorial Center Multi-Purpose room.

OPERATION DUSTOFF-VIETNAM VETERANSMeets second Wednesday of the month at 2:00 p.m. in the Marden Memorial Center Multi-Purpose room. Please call (715) 258-5586 ext. 3311 with any questions.

WAUPACA CVSOJesse Cuff will be in the Marden Social Security Office on Thursdays from 9:00 a.m to noon. For any questions, please call (715) 258-6477 or email him at jesse.cuff@co.waupaca.wi.us.

WI BASE OF SUBMARINE VETERANSMeets the last Saturday of every month in the Marden Memorial Center meeting room at 10:00 a.m. Please call (715) 630-0279 with any questions.

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July Anniversaries2 Elmer and Nancy Martens29 Victor and Ruth Gutt31 Elmer and Ruth Prodell

August Anniversaries5 Kenneth and Norma Hansen14 Richard and Joyce Bishop30 Ronald and Carol Galloway

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Disabled American Veterans & Auxiliary

Sunday, June 26, 2016

68 thAnnual

Donald McGowan, DAV, King Rec Rep.Karen Conklyn, DAV Aux and King Rec Rep and Dottie Dowman.

John Polk, DAV Commander.

Linda Gresbach, DAV Aux and King Rec Rep.

L to R: Kathy McGowan, DAV Aux and King Rec Rep Rose Williams, State Junior Vice Commander Ellie Yach Jean Berna and Debbie Berna.

Menus are subject to change. Please speak to dining room staff or your dietitian to request alternate choices which are indicated on the menu in parentheses.

Lunch Menus for July 17 - ??? 2016 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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31 1 2 3 4 5 6Veal Piccata with Lemon Sauce(Macaroni and Cheese)Noodles Romanoff(Whipped Potatoes)Harvard Beets(Diced Carrots)Blushing Pear

Sweet & Sour Meatballs(Baked Cod)over Steamed Rice(Whipped Potatoes)Pea Pods(Asparagus)Fortune CookieTapioca Pudding

Baked Chicken(Meatloaf)With Cranberry Sauce Country Dumpling with Chicken Gravy(Whipped Potatoes)Squash(Asparagus)Frozen Strawberry Yogurt

Baked Ham(Pork Roast)(Turkey Loaf)Pasta Salad(Potato Salad)Corn on the Cob(Wax Beans)Potato RollOrange Jell-O Poke Cake

Meatloaf with Tomato Sauce(Chicken Fillet with Supreme Sauce)Baked Potato(Whipped Potatoes)California Blend Vegetables(Asparagus)Date Cake

Fruit Plate with Assorted Cheese Cubes(Fruit Plate w Hard Boiled Eggs)(Tuna Salad on White with Fruit)Assorted CrackersWarm Peanut Butter Cookie

Chicken Pot Pie(Hamburger with a Bun)Tossed Salad(Waldorf Salad)With Thousand Island Dressing(Diet French Dressing)Chocolate Sundae

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Roast Pork with Spiced Apple Ring(Roast Beef) Baked Sweet Potato(Whipped Potatoes)Wax Beans(Spinach)Strawberry-Rhubarb Fruit Cup

Braised Beef Tips and Peppers(Macaroni and Cheese)Garlic Mashed PotatoesTossed Salad(Pickled Beets)With French Dressing(Diet Ranch Dressing)Warm Garlic RollRanger Cookie

Lasagna(Turkey Tetrazzini)Steamed Zucchini(Diced Carrots)Warm BreadstickVanilla Cheesecake

Memphis Style Pork Ribs(Chicken Breast)Cheesy Hashbrowns(Whipped Potatoes)Southern Hot Slaw(Wax Beans)Sweet Potato Pie

Salisbury Steak(Turkey Loaf)Whole Kernel Corn(Green Bean)Whipped PotatoesWith GravyBanana Cake

Grilled Haddock with Tartar Sauce(Meatloaf)Baked Potato(Whipped Potatoes)Brussels Sprouts(Asparagus)Rye BreadCream Puff

Chicken Breast with Supreme Sauce(Salisbury Steak)Steamed Red Potatoes(Whipped Potatoes)Mixed Vegetables(Squash)Poppyseed Cake with Icing

Baked ChickenWith Cranberry Sauce Garnish(Roast Pork)Whipped Potatoes with GravyWhole Kernel Corn(Diced Carrots)Peach Pie

Italian Meatballs over Spaghetti(Macaroni and Cheese)Tossed Salad (Pickled Beets)with Blue Cheese Dressing(Diet French Dressing)Warm BreadstickFruit Cocktail

Hamloaf with Mustard Sauce (Baked Cod)Au Gratin Potatoes(Whipped Potatoes)Peas and Carrots(Green Bean)Potato RollBlueberry Fruit Parfait

Chop Suey over Steamed Rice(Macaroni and Cheese)Pea Pods(Asparagus)Chow Mein NoodlesAngel Food Cake with Strawberry Topping

Grilled Reuben Sandwich (Turkey Tetrazzini)French Fries(Whipped Potatoes)Creamy Coleslaw(Two Bean Salad)Dill Pickle SpearButterscotch Ice Cream Sundae

Butterflied Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce(Scrambled Eggs)Waffle Fries(Whipped Potatoes)Tossed Saladwith Thousand Dressing(Pea Salad)Rye BreadCinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake

Brat on a Bun(Hamburger on a bun)Potato Salad(Pasta Salad)Fresh Fruit CupVanilla Ice Cream

BBQ Pork Ribs(Meatloaf)French Fries(Potato Salad)Pea Salad(Carrot Salad)Banana Cream Pie

Smoked Beef Au Jus(Turkey Tetrazzini)Baked Potato(Whipped Potatoes)Cucumbers Vinai-grette(Tossed Salad w/French Dressing)Potato RollIced Apple Bar

Italian Meat Sauce(Turkey Loaf)Over Mostaccioli(Whipped Potatoes)Tossed Salad(Carrot Salad)With Ranch Dressing(Diet French Dressing)Warm Garlic RollChocolate Ice Cream

Pork Chop w/ Apple, Onion and Bacon(Meatloaf)Roasted Red Potatoes(Whipped Potatoes)Pickled Beets (2 Bean Salad)Warm Dinner RollDouble Chocolate Pudding

Sliced Turkey with Cranberry Sauce(Pork Roast)Sage Dressing with Gravy(Whipped Potatoes) Peas, Mushrooms, and Onions(Asparagus)Spice Cake

Deep Fried Butter-flied Shrimp(Hot Sliced Turkey)With Cocktail SauceOnion Rings(Whipped Potatoes)Fresh Spinach Salad (Pea Salad)With Bacon Vinai-grette Dressing(Diet French Dressing)Rye BreadRaspberry Sherbet

Grilled Chicken Dijon(Tater Tot Hot Dish)Vegetable Fried Rice(Whipped Potatoes)Braised Red Cabbage(Peas)Carrot Cake

Freedom defined: the state of being free or at liberty, rather than in confinement or under physical restraint. (Dictionary.com)

We have enjoyed celebrating our great United States of America’s freedom these past few months. We celebrated Armed Forces Day and Memorial Day in May, Flag Day in June, and Independence Day (4th of July) this month.

With the celebrations, we have been given the opportunity to reflect on our wonderful freedoms which we experience as United States citizens. We also have the opportunity to give honor and tribute, daily, to our brave veterans and brave present day soldiers who gave and give so much in the name and cause of freedom and liberty.

Freedom is never free. As the plaque, which is part of our waterfall display next to the Bandstand says, “ALL gave some, but some gave ALL.” Actor Mel Gibson, portraying 13th Century Scottish, Sir William Wallace, in the 1995 block buster movie, “Braveheart,” gave an emotional rallying speech to his fellow comrades before battle and spoke the words, “They may take our lives, but never our freedom!”

Freedom is as important to the Lord God as it is to us. I believe that God created us to live in freedom. The Word of God uses the word, “free” and “freedom” 135 times in the New International Version Translation of the Bible (NIV). I believe that it is God’s desire that we live in freedom.

You may ask, “Freedom from what?”

May I suggest a few things....freedom from physical and emotional pain and illness, from grief in the loss of a loved one, freedom from anxiety, from depression, from real life family and personal hardships and trials, freedom from abusive relationships, alcoholism, drug abuse, freedom from stress and worry, from financial hardships, from betrayal of a loved one, freedom from your past, feeling like you are stuck and just don’t know how you will go on….or make it. Do you have a few more you could add?

As the Word of God says….hardship, pain, persecutions, trials, and tribulations, these things are common to man….results from the fall of man in the Garden of Eden….so many years ago….when sin was introduced into the world and to mankind. Sin affects our freedom, sin affects us.

But there is Hope! Allow me to encourage you with the Words of Scripture…. John 8:32, 36 (Jesus said) Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free. So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed (NIV). Jesus is concerned about you and the issues you and I face and need freedom from.

Most important to the Lord is our bondage to our sinful nature. But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we’re still sinners, Christ died for us (Romans 5:8 NIV). 1 John 1:9 says …. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness (NIV). Jesus said in John 11:25…. I am the resurrection and the life. He

“FREEDOM”

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Rich EngleProtestant Chaplain

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who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?(NIV). Jesus also said in John 3:16….For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life (NIV).The Apostle Paul was inspired to write in 1 Corinthians 10:13….No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it (NIV). Paul also encourages us with these words in 2 Corinthians 12:10….That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong (NIV).

Jesus desires to come along side of you in whatever situation in life you are experiencing….whatever you need

freedom from. Jesus said in John 10:10….I have come that they (you and I) may have life, and have life to the full (abundantly) (NIV).

Jesus desires our hearts…. our surrender to Him with whatever we are going through…. whatever pain we are experiencing…. whatever need we may have…. where ever we need to experience true freedom. Hebrews 13:5 says…. God promises to never leave you or forsake you. Paul again encourages us in Philippians 4:19…. And my God will meet all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus (NIV).

Be encouraged and allow Freedom in Christ, to reign today …. in your mind…. in your heart…. and in your soul!

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continued68 thAnnual DAV and DAV Auxiliary King Day

$1000 worth of cash giveaways were raffled off to members.

Thomas Dowman, Masonic Service Association and King Rec Rep. Jim Knight, Commandant.

Carrie Willems, DAV Auxiliary Commander.

The members enjoyed listening to the Neenah Community Band.

WISCONSIN VETERANS HOME AT KINGReligious Services

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Religious Services at the Wisconsin Veterans Home

Catholic Services

Lutheran Services

Sr. Martha Mafurutu • ext. 2381 • Office Olson Hall, room 136

Chaplain Wayne Schwanke • ext. 2465 • Office Ainsworth Hall, room P07

Protestant Services

Chaplain Rich Engle • ext. 2531 • Office Ainsworth Hall, room P07

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Michael W. Sherman a Vietnam War Army Veteran joined us on June 1, 2016 from

Birnamwood. He is living at SH 579A.

Florian P. Maslonkaa Vietnam War Navy Veteran joined us on June 2, 2016 from

Shelby, Michigan. He is living at OH 519A.

James A. Riegerta Vietnam War Marine Corps Veteran joined us on June 3, 2016

from Medford. He is living at OH 350.

Lorraine E. Lymana WW II Army Veteran’s spouse joined us on June 7, 2016 from

Iola. She is living at MH 217.

Steven B. Fischera Vietnam and Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm Navy

Veteran joined us on June 9, 2016 from Oshkosh. He is living at MH 377B.

Michael W. Berarda Vietnam War Army Veteran joined us on June 13, 2016 from

Rhinelander. He is living at SH 419B.

Dennis J. Dohertya Vietnam War Air Force Veteran joined us on June 15, 2016 from

Wautoma. He is living at SH 476B.

John C. Ecka Vietnam War Navy Veteran joined us on June 16, 2016 from

Milwaukee. He is living at OH 416B.

Keith D. Lampa Peacetime Era Navy Veteran joined us on June 17, 2016 from

Wausau. He is living at SH 419A.

Irvin F. Snidera WW II Army Veteran joined us on June 22, 2016 from

Herrin, Illinois. He is living at MH 260A.

Richard J. Rajchela Korean War Army Veteran joined us on June 23, 2016 from

Nekoosa. He is living at OH 576B.

Thomas D. Kruegera Vietnam War Army Veteran joined us on June 24, 2016 from

Oshkosh. He is living at OH 479B.

Eugene P. Bartnika Vietnam War Army Veteran joined us on June 28, 2016 from

Dorchester. He is living at OH 479A.

Larry J. Clarka Vietnam War Army Veteran joined us on June 30, 2016 from

Milwaukee. He is living at SH 546A.

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We would like to welcome the following new members to the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King:

Due to the Federal HIPAA Privacy Act only those members who have releases on file are listed.

Wanna listen to music that will bring back memories? WAUP runs a Big Band program on

Sunday mornings from 6 to 10am.

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Activity Cost Sponsored byFish Fry - (Harbor Bar) $300.00 AMVETSEntertainment Parties $400.00 ALA- $100 per month per BuildingCatered Meals $1,200.00 OH($300)-VFW; MH($300)- AL; SH ($300)-DAVA; AH ($300)- ALTimber Rattler Game (1 of 2) $200.00 DAVEntertainment for buidlings $400.00 May L. LuchsingerOpen House Entertainment $1,260.00 May L. LuchsingerMemorial Day Park Events $500.00 DAV

June activities sponsored by the King Recreation Committee, Inc.

Thank you for your support and formaking a difference in the lives of King veterans and

their families.

Announcing ALLEY 5 EXPANDED HOURS!

Monday – Saturday 11 AM – 5 PM

6 – 8 PM

Sunday 11 AM – 5PM

A few members had the magic touch while fishing on Rainbow Lake.

Please respect the privacy of each of our individual Members.

Respectfully we ask that you do not take any photographs of any Member unless they or a staff member has authorized you to do so.

If you are uncertain, please ask a member of our staff and they will be happy to assist you.

please ask before you photograph

Please respect the privacy of each of our members.

We ask respectfully that you do not take photographs of any member unless they or a staff member has authorized you to do so.

If you are uncertain, please ask a member of our staff and they will be happy to assist you.

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Cathy Tratz dressed up as Betsy Ross and presents a Flag Folding ceremony.

Happy birthday Jim!

Gardening outside of Ainsworth Hall.

Enjoying the great weather!

Thank you 4th HOOAH for your donation!

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Donations continued from page 6

Shiocton American Legion Post 512Shicton, WI

Shirley LippensGreen Bay, WI

Sue Kubley Stevens Point, WIIn memory of Robert Clark

WRCWaupaca, WI

American Legion Post 485Rudolph, WI

VFW 2534 Wisconsin Rapids, WI

Wiley Sparks Abbotsford, WI

AshleyWritten by member Ricky Engstrom

Just for this evening, I will hold you in my arms and tell you a story about how you were born

and how much I love you.

Just for this evening, I will let you splash in the tub and not get angry.

Just for this evening, I will let you stay up late while we sit on the porch and count all the stars.

Just for this evening, I will snuggle beside you for hours, and miss my favorite TV show.

Just for this evening when I run my finger through your hair as you pray, I will simply be grateful that God has given me the greatest gift

ever given.

I will think about the mothers and fathers who are searching for their missing children,

the mothers and fathers who are visiting their children’s graves instead of their bedrooms, and mothers and fathers who are in hospital

rooms watching their children suffer senselessly, and screaming inside that they can’t handle it

anymore.

And when I kiss you good night I will hold you a little tighter, a little longer. It is then, that I

will thank God for you, and ask him for nothing, except one more day...

American Legion Post 287 from Mattoon, WI donated its third scooter to King.

Fun trip to the American Legion Camp in Lake Tomahawk.

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The ladies enjoyed a quilt presentation by Activity Assistant Jenny Vandiver.

A beautiful evening in the park for a campfire and some entertainment.

Kids from Camp Onaway visit with members.

VITAL STATISTICSMale Census 541Female Census 150

Air Force 1Army 88Army Air Corps 329Coast Guard 9Marine Corps 59Marine Corps Reserve 1Merchant Marine 1National Guard 2Navy 118

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RiddleWhy is the letter A the

most like a flower?

Answer from last month’s riddle: An egg

Ecumenical Service in the Park

WISCONSIN VETERANS HOME AT KING Olson Hall

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Brothers at King enjoyed listening to the band Hi Jinx.

Kids from Camp Onaway learned a lot by interviewing WVH members.

Rootbeer float party with the WLC kids.

Bruce Kloehn (above) and Larry Shallue (below) bowled multiple 300 games.

Flag presentation by Cathy Tratz and the Honor Guard.

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WISCONSIN VETERANS HOME AT KING Movies Playing in the Theater

Monday, August 1st at 1:30pm

The Bourne Ultimatum PG 13 1 Hr. 56 Min.

Tuesday, August 2nd at 1:30pmLike Mike

PG 1 Hr. 40 Min.

Wednesday, August 3rd at 1:30pm

No Name on the Bullet Not Rated 1 Hr. 17 Min.

Thursday, August 4th at 1:30pm

The Way We Were PG 1 Hr. 58 Min.

Friday, August 5that 1:30pm

One Hour PhotoR 1 Hr. 36 Min.

Monday, August 8that 1:30pmJacknife

R 1 Hr. 42 Min.

Tuesday, August 9that 1:30pm

Morning GloryPG 13 1 Hr. 47 Min.

Wednesday, August 10that 1:30pm

Annie Oakley Not Rated 1 Hr. 30 Min.

Thursday, August 11that 1:30pm

The Shaggy Dog PG 1 Hr. 39 Min.

Friday, August 12th at 1:30pm

The Wedding Weekend R 1 Hr. 35 Min.

Monday, August 15that 1:30pm

Secret Window PG 13 1 Hr. 34 Min.

Tuesday, August 16that 1:30pm

Old Gringo R 2 Hr.

Wednesday, August 17that 1:30pm

Doc Hollywood PG 13 1 Hr. 44 Min.

Thursday, August 18th

at 1:30pmRambo

R 1 Hr. 31 Min.

Friday, August 19th at 1:30pm

His Majesty O’KeefeNot Rated 1 Hr. 30 Min.

Monday, August 22nd at 1:30pmWaitress

PG 13 1 Hr. 48 Min.

Tuesday, August 23rd at 1:30pm

Tootsie PG 1 Hr. 56 Min.

Wednesday, August 24th at 1:30pm

Against a Crooked Sky Not Rated 1 Hr. 29 Min.

Thursday, August 25that 1:30pm

Unfaithful R 2 Hr. 2 Min.

Friday, August 26th at 1:30pm

Out to Sea PG 13 1 Hr. 46 Min.

Monday, August 29th at 1:30 PM

Shrek the ThirdPG 1 Hr. 32 Min.

Tuesday, August 30that 1:30 PM

Shall We Dance Not Rated 1 Hr. 49 Min.

Wednesday, August 31st at 1:30 PM

King Kong: Part 1PG 13 1 Hr. 34 Min.

Thursday, September 1st at 1:30 PM

King Kong: Part 2 PG 13 1 Hr. 34 Min.

Friday, September 2nd at 1:30 PM

Baby Mama PG 13 1 Hr. 39 Min.

MOVIESPLAYING

MARDEN MEMORIAL CENTER THEATER

Movies scheduled for AUGUST are:

Recognizing Wisconsin Veterans Home at King VolunteerP TS LIGHT

In the

Meet Cathy Tratz

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Cathy Tratz has been a volunteer at King for almost 7 years and received her 5,000 hours bar in April at the Volunteer Banquet. Cathy has been a member of AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary for the past 35 years. She loves to crochet and has made numerous patriotic afghans for hospice veterans and many winter hats for veterans and children.

Cathy retired from Harnischfeger Corporation in Milwaukee in 2005. She was the Employee and Community Program Coordinator. She now lives in Oshkosh with her husband Jim. They both volunteer weekly pouring ceramic molds. They also host King Packer Backer parties (usually 13 day games) for the residents. Cathy was instrumental in purchasing 65” TV for members to watch the Packer Games. Snacks are served and eight Packer related door prizes are awarded during the games. They also work during the Open House, Mini-Golf, New Year’s Party, King Weekend, picnics, visit with

members one on one, and many others programs when they are asked to help.

Cathy is very patriotic and does “The Flag Speaks” and “Flag Folding” program for veterans, schools, scout

groups, nursing homes, etc. She does this as Betsy Ross and crocheted a replica of the first flag Betsy made which she shows during her program. Betsy was at King on Flag Days, presented her program, and handed out flags in all four buildings. The members enjoyed the program and many said they learned new things about our flag. There were many

smiles and some tears during the presentation.

Her favorite memory at King is watching the excitement of the members when the Packers scored a touchdown. Cathy believes in giving back to the community and especially to veterans. Her sons jokingly tell her, “Mom you do more for your veterans than you do for us!” and they’re right.

2016-2017 King’s Men of King - MCL new officers.

What a gorgeous day for a scenic boat ride.

WISCONSIN VETERANS HOME AT KINGLibrary News

The Library has added several books to its permanent collection.Following are some of those books.

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My Sister’s Keeper by Jodi PicoultAlthough fiction, this book will definitely get you thinking about certain ethical issues. Anna, by age thirteen, has undergone countless surgeries, transfusions, and shots so that her older sister Kate can somehow fight the leukemia that has plagued her since childhood. Anna was actually conceived as a bone marrow match for Kate, and now Anna is beginning to challenge being given this role.

Set Sail for Murder by Carolyn HartHenrietta O’Dwyer Collins (Henrie O to her friends) is a retired newspaper reporter. She has a special place in her heart for Jimmy Lennox, even though she turned down his marriage proposal many years ago. When Jimmy calls her for help, she cannot refuse. Sophia Montgomery, the lady with whom Jimmy ended up finding happiness, is stepmother to the heirs of a great fortune. She is at odds with the heirs and Jimmy fears for her safety. He asks Henrie O to accompany the family on a Baltic cruise. Henrie O soon discovers that one of the travelers has murder in mind…….

Thief by Mark SullivanRobin Monarch is a thief. He was orphaned in his youth and originally stole to survive. He now steals to give back to the woman who saved his life many years ago. His current target is Beau Arsenault, an extraordinarily wealthy man - whose wealth has mostly been acquired by illicit means. Robin figures this ill-gotten wealth would better serve orphans and street kids, so he plans to break into Beau’s secret vaults during a Christmas party. After the theft, Arsenault’s desire to get revenge focuses on Sister Rachel, the lady who saved Robin’s life so long ago.

Rain On The Dead by Jack HigginsTwo Chechen mercenaries emerge from the waters off Nantucket to go after their target: the former President of the United States, Jake Cazalet! Fortunately, Cazalet’s guests this night happen to include black ops specialist Sean Dillon and his colleague, Afghan war hero Captain Sara Gideon.

The Chechens do not survive, but Dillon decides to delve into how they even got on the island. He discovers they were working with a terrorist who is well-known to Dillon from his past. And he knows that the assassination attempt is only the beginning….

Body of Lies by Iris JohansenEve Duncan, a forensic sculptor, is called upon by a U.S. Senator to come to Louisiana to identify the remains of an unknown murder victim. Given the sketchiest of information, and surrounded by high-level security, Eve begins to fear for her own safety. She soon realizes she has stumbled into the heart of a chilling conspiracy. Only one person can give her the answers she needs – the dead man himself. “To survive, Eve must put her life on the line to uncover the deadly secret of his identity and learn the devastating truth buried beneath a body of lies.”

Bad Desire by Gary DevonAuthor Gary Devon uses a small cast of characters in this novel to create maximum suspense! This is the psychological thriller at its finest.Rachel Buchanan suspects that her seventeen-year-old granddaughter Sheila has become involved with the town’s MARRIED mayor. She is determined to put a stop to this behavior. But she underestimates the obsessive nature of Mayor Slater. He cannot and will not give up the girl, nor can he run the risk of Rachel telling what she knows!

Leaving Time by Jodi PicoultJenna Metcalf refuses to believe that her mother Alice abandoned her when she mysteriously disappeared over 10 years ago. During those years, Jenna has searched the internet and poured over Alice’s old journals, hoping to discover her mother’s whereabouts. Finally, Jenna enlists the help of Serenity Jones, a psychic who rose to fame finding missing persons, and Virgil Stanhope, a private detective who initially investigated Alice’s disappearance. As the three work together, they discover there may be a link between the death of one of Alice’s colleagues and Alice’s vanishing.

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@WISCONSIN HOME

KING

Legends on the Lake

Memory CaféRelax | Engage | Laugh

What is the Memory Café?The Memory Café provides a fun and comfortable environment where veterans and their dependents with early stage memory loss, along with their care partners, can relax, engage, socialize and enjoy the company of others who are on the same journey.

The Details

Questions?

The Experience• 2ndThursdayofeachmonth• 9:30-11a.m.intheAinsworthHallmulti-purpose room (immediately to your left when you enter the main door)

ChrisBoehnlein,SW-715-256-5003MicheleGuyant,AT-715-258-5586,ext.2513DeniseKnudsen,SW-715-258-5586,ext.3526

• Laughter• Friendships• Engagingactivities• Refreshments• Builtonmemberpreferences

Wisconsin Veterans Home at King, Ainsworth Hall | 800 Mitchell Avenue | King, WI 54946

Funding for the Legends on the Lake Memory Café is currently provided by the DAV Auxiliary.

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Vietnam Commemoration Recognition

Thur., July 28

Korean War TruceWed., July 31

Coast Guard BirthdayThurs., August 4

Veterans of Foreign Wars and Aux. King Day

Sat., August 20

MOPH and MOPH Auxiliary King Day

Sun., August 21

AMVETS and AMVETS Auxiliary King Day

September 9-11

Patriot DaySun., September 11

POW/MIA Recognition DaySat., September 17

Air Force BirthdaySun., September 18

Alzheimer’s Awareness WalkSat., September 24

Gold Star Mother’s and Families’ Day

Sun., September 25

For more events, please visit www.WisVets.com

Upcoming Major Events

Spring at King

All the beautiful sounds of music, songs and poetry associated with the ushering in the most wondrous season of the year was strangely subdued this spring. Instead, we were all muttering under our breath at the continuous inclement weather. The weathermen apologized for the disagreeable weather. And perhaps they should because they have reported many such mistakes in the past.

Tradition has always predicted an early spring if we have an early Easter. We had an early Easter. And this spring turned out to be the most uncomfortable season of the year so far. However, the members and staff at King proceeded to hold 18 activities despite the threatening weather. One activity was our spring prom where all the older members were reminded of their high school prom which brought smiles from the members as they recalled those special days. We also found time to go out for breakfast, lunch and dinner. And there were also the usual number of campus trips which favorably impacted all four halls.

Although spring was less than perfect, it finally ended in late June just as summer was about to begin. Of course, we must remember Joe Cool sinking beneath the sunrise on Rainbow Lake proving hundreds of wagers of course, were wrong. That’s what makes it so interesting but it does not excuse the weathermen and their potential untruths leading to many impromptu changes in schedules. While all this was going on, major alterations were going on in the Marden Center and repairs to other buildings including Ainsworth Hall to improve our comfort. We can take comfort that there were very few complaints. We have the finest staff and membership one could ever wish for. Thank you all for your patience.

Erling LandsverkWVH-King Member

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Governor

Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs

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Division of Veterans Homes

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Wisconsin Veterans Home at King

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