Next week is our Post Meeting. The Focus of the meeting will be Poppies, Veterans Day & the Christmas Party. Please come and if you know a fellow veteran please let them know.
USO Night at the Admiral Heights Emeritus Senior Living
Emeritus (formely Merrill Gardens) will be hosting a USO night on Nov. 7th. from 7PM to 9PM. Please try to RSVP by Oct. 31st, 2013. You still should be able to get in the night of the event. The phone number is 206-938-3964. There is a $10.00 per person entry fee. All the money raised will go to the USO.There will be drawings, slient actions, casino games, heavy appetizers, refreshments and live music by Jazzbestos.
Nightly “Taps” makes neighbors take notice
(CBS News) TACOMA, Wash. – Residents of a quiet little neighborhood in Tacoma have been hearing something wonderful for the past couple of years just as the sun begins to set over Puget Sound. That something is a song. Twenty-four of the most poignant notes ever strung together, “Taps.”
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-18563_162-57530063/nightly-taps-makes-neighbors-take-notice/
Memorial Service of WWII Veteran Tommie Westbrook
Comrades,
It is with a heavy heart that I must report to you the passing of SSG Tommie L. Westbrook. SSG Westbrook served in WWII from 1943-1945 and was awarded 5 Bronze Stars for various campaigns in Rhineland, Central Europe, Ardennes, Normandy, and Northern France.
SSG Tommie L. Westbrook will be laid to rest on Monday, October 14, 2013, 1800 hrs, at Life Center Church in Tacoma, WA. The American Legion is providing services for SSG Westbrook and is asking for volunteers. They need military personnel in uniform to present the Colors and as many military personnel in ASUs/Service Greens to show up as possible. I am also asking for as many Comrades who are able to attend as well.
We have been contacted by members of the JBLM Funeral Honors team and they informed us that a team WILL be present at the funeral of SSG Westbrook but by regulation can only attend one event. They will be attending the funeral service and not the memorial.
Life Center Church is located at 1717 S Union Ave, Tacoma, WA 98405. Please feel free to contact me with any questions.
Respectfully,
Paul L. Whitfield, Sr.
State Chair, Law & Safety
VFW Post 969
Women Veterans Sunday Brunch at Anthony’s NOV. 10
You are cordially invited to join us along with friends and family for our upcoming First Annual Women Veterans Day Sunday Brunch happening the day beforeVeterans Day, November 10th.
Come be appreciated for your military service!!! Come appreciate those who served.
NOVEMBER 10th, 2013 10:00 AM — 1:30 PM, banquet room open at 9:45 am.ANTHONY’S HOMEPORT, Shilshole Bay6135 Seaview Ave NW, Seattle, WAFor Directions, call (206) 783-0780
Tickets are $13 prepaid ($18 after Nov. 5th, as we have to give firm numbers to the restaurant.)
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS:
Breakfast is terrific: You pay only $13, less than half the usual price, all thanks to the charitable donations of folks who appreciate our service.
Eggs, bacon, sausage, fisherman’s potatoes, New Orleans French Toast, Anthony’s signature Blueberry Coffee Cake served fresh from the oven, Fresh Fruit served with Devonshire cream dipping sauce, Dungeness Crab, Shrimp and Cheddar Dish, homemade miniature desserts, coffee, tea, orange juice, milk, and a NO HOST Bar and more. Come hungry — leave satisfied!
We will have a beautiful view of Puget Sound, great speakers, lots of fun and interesting conversation. Connect with other women vets and find out more about the things happening at Outreach And Resource Services for Women Veterans.
Check out our website regularly as it changes often. www.oars4vets.org
Become a member ($20 per yr.) and receive some extra goodies. Remember to keep us in your giving thoughts and donate. Give us a call today.
Also, look at our “She Served — She Deserves!” T-shirts (Small through 3XL only $25 suggested donation)
If you know of a homeless woman veteran you want to come, please let us know. We have a very limited number of tickets for these women. Friends and family, spouses and children, community members are all welcomed to attend this wonderful event.
Lots of goodies and door prizes. Anthony’s is a handicapped accessible venue with a great staff.
Thank you for your continued support. Add us to your contact list to keep receiving these notices.
ATTACHED IS THE FLYER FOR THE SUNDAY BRUNCH!! Please Post this and please pass it along to all the women veterans you know as well as any supporters. Even if you yourself are not a woman veteran but you wish to show support, either buy a ticket for a woman veteran to attend or please join us yourself!
The Board of OARS for Women Veterans
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Outreach And Resource Services for Women Veterans (OARS)
10002 Aurora Ave. North, Suite 36, Unit 597
Seattle, WA 98133
(206) 554-9600
Veterans’ Day Freebies
Here is the annual list of freebies in the area for Veterans on this Veterans’ Day. Remember to bring a proof of service to any of these awesome businesses. A DD214 is preferred.
Free Dental Care @ Issaquah Periodontics and Implants – 11/9/13 8am-3pm 22516 SE 64th Pl, Issaquah, WA 98027
Free Haircuts @ Auburn Valley Barbershop – 11/10/13 10am-3pm 316 E. Main St. Auburn, WA
Applebee’s – free meal, Sunday, Nov. 11, 2013: Last year, Applebee’s served over one million free meals to military veterans and active service members. Applebee’s is again offering a free meal to military veterans and active-duty service members on Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov. 11, 2013. There will be 7 entrées to choose from, beverage and gratuity not included. Military ID or proof of service required.
Bar Louie – Free meal on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. 2013. Active duty military members and veterans can receive a free meal, up to $10 in value, and a free non-alcoholic beverage. Available at all locations, military ID or proof of service is required.
Bed Bath & Beyond – 20% off your entire purchase from Nov. 9th-11th.
Champps Americana – Nov. 11, 2013. We’re celebrating our Veterans with an All American Meal! All Veterans and Active Military will receive a free burger on Friday, November 11th! Proof of service required. Offer not valid for the Pepperjack Bacon Stack Burger or Kobe Burger. Dine in only, valid at participating locations.
Chili’s – free meal, Sunday, Nov. 11 2013. Chili’s is offering all military veterans past and present their choice of one of 7 meals. This offer is available from 11am – 5pm on November 11, 2013 at participating Chili’s in the U.S. only. Dine-in from limited menu only; beverages and gratuity not included. Veterans and active duty military simply show proof of military service.
Denny’s Veterans Day Appreciation Event – Nov. 11 2013. Free all you can eat pancakes from 6 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 11 for all active, retirees, and veterans with a valid military ID or proof of military service. Offer available in every Denny’s nationwide.
Famous Dave’s – Sunday Nov. 11 2013. Free or discounted meals on Veterans Day. Offer varies by location, please check the Famous Dave’s Veterans Day page or call your local restaurant for more information.
Golden Corral – Free meal, Monday Nov. 11: The 13th annual Golden Corral Military Appreciation Monday dinner will is available to any person who has ever served in the United States Military. If you are a veteran, retired, currently serving, in the National Guard or Reserves, you are invited to participate in Golden Corral’s Military Appreciation Monday dinner. Special thanks to Golden Corral: To date, Golden Corral restaurants have provided over 3.2 million free meals and contributed over $6.1 million to the Disabled American Veterans organization. Amazing!
Grace for Vets – Car washes from around the world who join this program offer free car washes to veterans and service members on November 11.
Home Depot – Offers a 10 percent discount to all Veterans during Veterans Day, Memorial Day and Independence Day. Home Depot offers the 10 percent discount year round to for active duty and retirees.
Hooters – Free Meal, Monday, Nov. 11 2013. Hooter’s is serving up a free meal to military veterans all day on Veterans Day. Offer good for all veterans and active duty military personnel. Get 10 Free Wings – Boneless or Regular, drink purchase required. Offer valid at participating Hooters only; open to all active duty and military veterans with valid military ID or proof of military service.
Hy-Vee – Free Breakfast, Monday, Nov. 11, 2013. Free Veterans Day breakfast from 7am – 11am at all Hy-Vee supermarkets with in-store dining. Please call ahead to verify participation, and bring proof of service.
Krispy Kreme – Free doughnut. Available only at participating Krispy Kreme stores. Offer available to all active-duty, retirees & veterans on Monday November 11th. Be sure to call ahead to verify your local Krispy Kreme is participating.
Little Caesars® Pizza – Monday, Nov. 11, 2013. Little Caesars is honoring the men and women of the United States armed forces this Veterans Day by providing veterans and active military members with a free Crazy Bread® with proof of military status or proof of service at participating stores nationwide. Call ahead to verify participation.
Lone Star Steakhouse – Monday, Nov. 11, 2013. Free Appetizer for military members and veterans. Taste of Texas Sampler not included. ID required, please call ahead for verification.
Lowe’s – All Veterans receive the 10 percent discount on Veteran’s Day, Memorial Day and the Fourth of July. The offer is available in stores only.
Max & Erma’s – Monday, November 11, 2013. Participating Max & Erma’s locations are offering military members and veterans a free Best Cheeseburger in America Combo, which includes tortilla soup or side Caesar salad, seasoned fries, and chocolate chip cookies.
Menchi’s — All veterans will receive a free 6 oz. frozen yogurt on Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, 2013. Click here for locations.
McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants – free lunch or dinner, Monday Nov 11, 2013: McCormick & Schmick’s is celebrating their 15th annual Veteran’s Appreciation Event on Monday, November 11th. Veterans will be able to choose a complimentary lunch or dinner entrée. Veterans must provide proof of military service. Be sure to contact your local McCormick & Schmick’s as this is valid at participating restaurants only. Also, space is limited and reservations are highly recommended.
National Parks – Veterans Day weekend (November 9-11) veterans will be invited to visit over 100 National Parks for free.
Outback Steakhouse – A week of Free Bloomin’ Onions and Cokes Friday Nov. 8 – Monday Nov. 11 2013. Outback Steakhouse is honoring America’s military veterans by offering active duty military and veterans a free Bloomin’ Onion and a Coca-Cola product during the week leading up to Veteran’s Day. This offer is available to Military Personnel with ID. The Outback understands commitment. For the past two years, The Outback, with the help of their patrons, has donated $2 Million to Operation Homefront, a non-profit organization providing everyday and emergency support for active troops, wounded warriors and their families.
Red Roof Inn — In honor of Veteran’s Day, Red Roof Inn is offering 15% off at more than 350 properties nationwide in the month of November to veterans, active duty military and their families
Shoney’s — Shoney’s will be offering a free All-American Burger to veterans and active duty servicemembers on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, 2013. This offer is good at participating restaurants while supplies last.
Spaghetti Warehouse – Monday, Nov. 11, 2013. Buy one entrée, get one free, coupon required. Choose any of 11 Original Recipe Spaghetti entrées and receive a second entrée free. This offer is open to everyone, not just veterans.
Subway – Free Six Inch Sub, November 11, 2013. Select SUBWAY® Restaurants will offer a FREE six inch sub or flatbread to military veterans on Veterans Day. This offer is valid only on November 11, 2013 at participating local SUBWAY® restaurants, Military ID or proof of service required.
Texas Roadhouse – free lunch, Sunday, Nov. 11 2013. Every Texas Roadhouse location across the country will participate in the free lunch event to honor the men and women of our armed forces. Choose from one of 10 free meals, plus sides and a drink. Offer good for All veterans – including all active, retired or former U.S. military. ID Required.
T.G.I. Friday’s – Free Lunch, Monday Nov 11, 2013. Valid for all US Military personnel and veterans. Must wear uniform (if permitted by your service) or present military ID or other proof of service. Only valid at participating locations for anyone with an old or current military ID.
The Olive Garden – Free entrée, Nov. 11, 2013. Offer good for veterans and active duty military, on Friday, November 11th during regular business hours. Chose from a special menu; all entrées inlcude freshly baked garlic sticks and choice of soup or salad. Off er good in US and Canada, proof of service required.
Tim Hortons – all US locations are offering a free donut to all veterans (check out the Star Spangled donut!).
7-Eleven – Free small Slurpee on Monday, Nov. 11, 2013 from 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. Offer good to all current and former military members. ID or proof of service required.
October Meeting
Hi all,
I hope to see everyone at the next meeting this Tuesday October 1st at 7:30. We will talk about poppies, Veterans Day and the Christmas Party. See you there.
Commander Sullivan
The Passing of Past VFW Post 2713 Commander Wallace
Hugh Patrick Wallace passed away peacefully Sept 22, 2013 with his family by his side at the age of 91. He was born in Seattle Jan 29th, 1922 to Michael Wallace and Bridget Curran. Hugh married the love of his life, Betty June Thorburn Jan 30th, 1943 and shortly after joined The Marines, serving in the 4th Division where he fought in the Central and South Pacific and survivedthe battle of Iwo Jima. After serving his country, Hugh returned to Seattle where he remained active with the American Legion and served as a Commander of the American Legion Post 160 and VFW Post 2713. He worked in construction as a heavy equipment operator until his retirement. Hugh and Betty were blessed with eight children, all who remained in the Seattle area. Pat [Sheri], Kathi[deceased], Barbara, Linda[George], Patty, Mike[Shari], Sue[Greg] and Terry, 17 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Hugh and Betty’s love story inspired us all and they shared a wonderful life together traveling, making many trips to Nevada and Eastern Washington and spending time with the little “schmoes” as he affectionately called all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Hugh also enjoyed gardening and sharing his homegrown tomatoes with family and friends. Betty passed away August 8th ,2011 and Hugh will finally reunite with her once again. Hugh will be deeply missed by all his friends and family. Service is Saturday, September 28, at the Chapel of Providence Mount St. Vincent, 4831 35th Ave SW, at 10:00 AM. Reception to follow at 11am at the VF W in West Seattle 3601 S.W. Alaska St, Seattle, WA 98126.
LEGACY LIFE MEMBERSHIP
Once your Legacy Life Membership begins, an annual endowment in your name will be made to your Post, Department and the organization. You will feel confident knowing your contributions to our organization are not only helping today’s veterans, but the veterans of tomorrow. Future generations will know and remember you for the sacrifices you made during your time in uniform in addition to the contributions you made as a VFW Legacy Life Member.
Three prestigious levels of Legacy Life Membership are available (Gold, Silver or Bronze). Each level offers generous benefits reserved exclusively for Legacy Life Members.
We will never forget…
…and always remember those we lost.
VFW Post 2713 | Farwell-Roosevelt 