Welling – Washbush Chapter #11, Fond du Lac June 2, 2026
The June 2nd monthly meeting of DAV Fond du Lac Chapter #11 was called to order by Jr. Vice Commander Steve Mielke at 6:15pm.
A prayer by Chaplain Gary Davidson before lunch supplied by Gary Davidson. Thank you, Gary.
The opening Ceremonies – The newly elected Commander Jim Genz opened the meeting at 6:45 pm. with the opening ceremony. The opening prayer was led by Chaplain Davidson with respect to the POW-MIA chair, and a salute to the Flag by the Commander.
Roll call of Officers - All Officers were present or accounted for, one Trustee was absent. The minutes of the May 5th were presented in printed form. No correction, the minutes were approved as presented.
Treasurer Report – $75.00 for June lunch, $25.00 for drawing, $11,404.95 balance in checkbook. David Abler motion to approve the treasurer report, 2nd by Bob Daley. Motion carried.
Sickness and distress – Commander Jim is in cancer treatment program. The Chapter 11 wishes you the best in your treatment.
Unfinished Business – Forget-Me-Not drive on Friday July 24th and Saturday 25th, We do have the City of Fond du Lac approval. A signup sheet for worker for drive and supplies, will be available at the next meeting. The Veteran’s Park is almost done. Bricks at the Park are for sale $100.00, or the larger brick is $500.00.
New Business – 3 delegates to the 2026 State Dept. Convention June 11-13 in Green Bay. A report of Memorial Day parade, 3 members did attend. Commander had his car in the parade. The DAV was well represented. Members did attend the opening of the Wall in Watertown dedication. Discussion on the lunch being made by the Legion Post 75 for each meeting. More info at next meeting.
Being no further business, Commander Genz held the closing ceremony. Chaplain, Davidson held the closing prayer, with a salute, then undraped of the POW-MIA chair.
Motion to adjourn by Bruce Donovan, 2nd by Ron Saber. Motion carried. The $25.00 attendance prize won by Gary Davidson. Next meeting July 7, 2026, at 6:00 pm. Lunch supplied by Steve Mielke, for July meeting. Submitted by, Paul A. Birschbach, Adjutant Chapter Web-http://davwichapter11.yolasite.com