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Celebration of life Saturday for Don Lenning, 1946-2013
*reposted from the West Seattle Blog
A memorial is planned Saturday (August 24th) to remember Don Lenning, a lifelong West Seattle resident who died this week at age 66. Here’s a remembrance shared by his family:
Donald Gene Lenning
December 4, 1946 – August 19, 2013
Don graduated from West Seattle High School in 1965 and remained a lifelong resident of West Seattle. He was a University of Washington Graduate and served his country honorably in the Vietnam War.
Don is survived by his wife Kris and daughter Alexa. He is also survived by three sisters, Audrey Anderson, Margaret Norberg, and Loretta Kirby, along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Don fought a long and courageous battle against cancer; he recently led his Sundancers team at the West Seattle Relay for Life event.
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to his caregivers including Dr. Milder and the Swedish Medical Center staff. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society
There will be a Celebration of Life Saturday, August 24, 2013 at 2:00 pm at the West Seattle Golf Course. Don was an avid golfer.
Hire America’s Heroes Career Day at Safeco 8/9/13
This action-packed day includes the following highlights:
Recruiting Fair 8:00am – 1:00pm
Meet corporations such as Amazon, Boeing, Microsoft, and Starbucks, and many more – companies looking to connect with military job seekers.
Skills to Succeed Workshops
LinkedIn basics
Videotaped practice interviews
Veteran Career Coaches
ProLango Networking Workshop
Job-search opportunities for Military Spouses
Register NOW – http://hireamericasheroes.org/?p=3951
Please contact Andrea Nelson with any questions: andrea@hireamericasheroes.org or 425-652-2389
MASSING OF THE COLORS CEREMONY on 9/11/13 at JBLM
As part of the Joint Base Lewis-McChord celebration of Patriots’ Day and honoring the men and women serving in the Armed Forces — Land, Sea and Air
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2013, 3:00 PM
WATKINS FIELD, JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD (LEWIS MAIN)
McChord Air Force
Base Chapter
Air Force Association
MASSING OF THE COLORS is a patriotic ceremony honoring those who have SERVED the United States of America and honoring the YOUTH of today who carry on the patriotic tradition. MASSING OF THE COLORS adds this patriotic theme to the celebration of Patriots’ Day at the Joint Base.
Howard Jessen
West Seattle Grand Parade 7/20
We can’t wait to see you all on Saturday, July 20th for the West Seattle Grand Parade! Here are few things to know….
– We will meet on the corner of SW Lander and California.
– The parade starts at 11am but we need to be there no later than 10:15am
– The parade is over a mile long (to the Alaska Junction) so we recommend bringing water.
– If you have any questions and will be able to make it please let me know via email.
Commander Sullivan
JW Johnson – Post 7089
Happy Independence Day
I want to wish everyone and their family a happy, fun and safe Independence Day.
Commander Sullivan
Post Meeting this Tuesday at 7:30pm
I know it summer and the weather is going to be great but I hope to see you there at the meeting. It should be a short one. The topics of discussion will mainly focus on the parade and Indian John Rest Stop.
See ya there,
Commander Sullivan
60th Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice, Monday, July 22nd at 1pm
King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski asked me to get in touch with you to invite you to an upcoming event at the King County Council recognizing the 60th Anniversary of the Korean War Armistice. On Monday, July 22nd, we will be hosting a brief reception at 1pm at the King County Courthouse followed by a formal recognition at the Council’s general meeting at 1:30. All friends, family, and veterans are welcome to attend!