12^th Annual V-8s & Veterans Luncheon

By Ken Bounds

The club tradition of a luncheon to honor those who have served continued with our 12^th Annual V-8s & Veterans luncheon at Sam’s of Arlington on Veterans Day 2017.  Twenty-eight members, family, and friends turned out for some V-8 camaraderie and a delicious lunch.  The chilly weather with a threat of rain kept all the classics at home while modern iron filled the parking lot.

Thanks go out to Earl & Gene Heinz for once again making the arrangements.  It was special that they were able to join us for the luncheon.  We were happy that not only did Springfield-area members Dick & Linda Livingston make the trip to be with us, but also that Linda’s parents Joe & Barb were able to attend.  The food, drinks, and service were excellent once again.  There was a short program to say a big “Thank You” to those who have served their country in the military.  Jeff and Mondira Trilling very generously provided a dessert to each veteran in attendance – what a nice gesture.  Jeff also volunteered to take the group picture – this month’s Photo of the Month.  Thanks Jeff!

Our thanks to all the members who attended and made this an enjoyable event, including our hosts Earl & Gene Heintz, President and First Lady John & Robin Emmering, Ken & Carolyn Bounds, Tom Buscaglia, Ron Dopke & Bernice Short, Gladys Duzell, Terry & Kitty Freihage , Frank Koeder, Joe & Nell Kozmic, Dick & Linda Livingston with Linda’s parents Joe and Barb Van Cura, Joey & Millie Novak, Tom O’Donnell, Stan Stack, Ron Steck, Jim & Harriet Taylor, Jeff Trilling, and Len Vinyard.