Roxboro Elks Recognize Americanism Essay Contest Winners

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 “ROXBORO ELKS RECOGNIZE AMERICANISM ESSAY CONTEST WINNERS”

By: Kyle Puryear

The Roxboro Elks Lodge #2005 held an award ceremony on Wednesday, April 18th to recognize its local winners of the 2017-18 Americanism Essay Contest. This year’s theme was “Why Veterans are our Heroes?” and over 100 students participated in this year’s contest and the Roxboro Lodge Americanism Committee had a tough task in selecting the top essays since they all were all outstanding. The contestants are divided into two divisions. Division I is composed of 5th – 6th graders and Division II consists of 7th – 8th graders. The three winners from each Division advanced to the District level. After District, the top three would advance to the state level against the other District winners. In Division I, Caleb Cline had the third place entry. Carver Pleasant was awarded second place, and Troy Gryder took first place honors. In Division II, Kalyn Cole had the third place essay. Athena Dontas took second-place honors, and Gavin Yarbrough had the first-place entry. Roxboro Lodge #2005 is exceptionally proud of all of the participants and would like to thank Beth Stultz, Lisa Lamb and April Cobb for encouraging their students to participate in the contest.

Keywords: “Elks” – “Americanism” – “Contest”

Word Count: 230

Point of Contact: Kyle Puryear, Roxboro Elks #2005, Past Exalted Ruler
Kpuryear@bbandt.com (336- 592-1721)

Photo of Event is as follows:

Past Exalted Ruler Kyle Puryear with the winners of the Americanism Essay contest winners: Caleb Cline, Carver Pleasant, Troy Gryder, Kalyn Cole, Athena Dontas, and Gavin Yarbrough.

Meet Your New State President – Ron Delzer

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Biography of
Ronald V. Delzer
North Carolina Elks State President
2018-2019

Ron was born in Columbus, Nebraska on January 31, 1952, son of Elden and Phyllis Delzer. The family moved to New Mexico in January 1962. Ron graduated from Mayfield High School in 1970. Attended New Mexico State University and after one semester joined the US Marines Corp. After attending communication school was assigned to Embassy Duty in Sofia, Bulgaria in 1972 and spent 11 days in Paris on special assignment for the signing of the Viet Nam Peace treaty Then was sent to Madrid, Spain from 1973 to 1975. After getting married and being Honorably Discharge in 1975. Returned to New Mexico State University for two years studying Electrical Engineering and transferred to Arizona State University in 1977. Where he joined the United States Marine Corps, Officer Candidate program 1977-1979. Completed Officer Candidate School in Quantico, VA summer of 1977. Graduated with BS degree in Electrical Engineering and decided to leave the Officer’s program with a 2nd Honorable Discharge and pursued a Communication Engineering job with Continental Telephone Co. in Phoenix. Both children, Tricia and Ronnie were born in Phoenix Moved to Raleigh in November 1980 and took a job with Northern Telecom as a System Applications Engineer. Moved into Management in 1984 as Software Marketing Manager, then given the opportunity to be Manager of Software Operations and New Product Introduction. Left the Corporate world in 1991 and moved to Emerald Isle to spend more time with his family. Coached Babe Ruth Baseball and Soccer for 9 years. Refereed soccer for that same time. Divorced in 1996 and continued living on the coast.

In 2000 was invited to have a drink at the Morehead City/Beaufort Elks Lodge #1710 by the Leading Knight. After waiting for 3 months to become a member was asked to fill the Lecturing Knight position and went through the chairs and in 2004 was installed as Exalted Ruler for the first time. Was asked to stay in that Chair for another year as the Lodge moved to their current location in a new building. Received the Outstanding Service Commendation 2002-2003, Officer of the Year 2004-2005 as Exalted Ruler, Officer of the Year 2009-2010 as Lodge Trustee. Served as Exalted Ruler for 4 terms. Moved up into the State organization as Chairman of the Elks National Foundation in 2008 and still serving in that position. In 2009 was elected as Director in the Charitable Trust for 2 four year terms. Was installed as District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler in 2009. Became the President of the PER Association in 2014 and President Elect of the North Carolina State Elks Association in 2017.

Has attended the past 14 Grand Lodge Conventions and 12 Leadership training seminars in Greensboro. Member of the Elks National Foundation (ENF) Fellowship since 2001and achieved $5,000.00 contribution award from ENF 2005-2006; and the $10,000 Silver level in 2011;

Currently the President & General Contractor for Delzer Construction Company, Inc. since 1996. Building Custom Homes on Emerald Isle. Met Lisa in 2008 and married her in 2011 in Key West. Is an avid Harley Davidson owner and motor cycle rider. Looking forward to retiring and living an easier life.

ROXBORO ELKS HOLDS 52ST ANNUAL SENIOR LADIES NIGHT

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“ROXBORO ELKS HOLDS 52ST ANNUAL SENIOR LADIES NIGHT”

By: Derrick Sims

On Friday, May 11th, the Roxboro Elks held its 52st Annual Senior Ladies Night. About 60 widows in the community enjoyed a relaxed evening of fellowship with one another while being treated to dinner and prizes by members of the Roxboro Elks lodge. This special event has been held each year on the Friday before Mother’s Day since 1966. Many members consider this project their favorite. The dinner was held at the lodge where members where in the parking lot to greet attendees as they arrived and assisted them with parking.

Once inside, each woman received an envelope with $10.00 cash in it. Later in the evening, tickets were drawn for more cash prizes and the potted geraniums decorating the table. Member and other volunteers served attendees dinner and desert. The evening wound down with more mingling as everyone collected their prizes and some their carefully wrapped leftovers. The Roxboro Elks look forward to continuing with the tradition of this project for many more years to come.

Keywords: “Elks” – “Community” – “Activity”

Word Count: 206

Point of Contact: Derrick Sims, Roxboro Elks #2005, Exalted Ruler

2018 Camp Carefree Gala Fundraiser

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This year’s Camp Carefree Gala fundraiser will be on March 3 at the Greensboro Lodge.  Tickets are $20 and include BBQ dinner, a DJ, and plenty of fun!

We are very excited to have a western theme this year.  I have attached a flyer that can be posted in your Lodge.  We hope to see many NC Lodges attend this year.

To help raise money for Camp Carefree, we have come up with a great fundraiser.  For a $25 donation, we will make a “Wanted” poster of anyone in your Lodge.  The posters will be hung up at the event for everyone to enjoy, and you can take them with you at the end of the evening.  Not able to attend?   We will also email you a copy that you can print and hang in your Lodge.  I have attached a couple of samples.  Just email me a picture, the outlaw’s nickname, and “wanted for” charges.  Be creative and have fun!!!  Donation checks can be mailed to the High Point Lodge or give us a call and we can take credit card information over the phone.  We hope to have participation from all of the Lodges.

Pictures need to be sent to the High Point Lodge hpelks1155@triad.rr.com by February 28 so we have time to get them printed.  Please feel free to call me with any questions.

Thank you for helping us support Camp Carefree and I look forward to seeing you at the Gala!

Shari Driscoll

High Point Elks Lodge #1155
700 Old Mill Road
High Point, NC 27265
336.869.7313
www.hpelks.com

 

 

Statesville Elks $1000 to Camp Carefree

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Statesville Elks Lodge#1823 hosted NCSEA State Chairman Dennis Dowling , Jerry Teters and Joni Parks at the 02/08/2018 Statesville Elks Lodge meeting and presented a donation of $1000 to Camp Carefree.
E.R. Franky Sigmon said Statesville Elks Lodge and it’s members are willing to keep the commitment in helping Camp Carefree and other programs going into 2018/2019 year close to members heart’s and making Statesville/Iredell a better place to live and work for all. Elks Care / Elks Share.

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Statesville Elks use grant money for the Children’s Hope Alliance (Barium Springs Children’s Home)

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History:

In 1883, two Presbyterian women in Charlotte, North Carolina founded the Presbyterian Orphans Home, now called Barium Springs. As needs grew and space did not, the Presbyterian Synod purchased acreage for the Home in Barium Springs, N.C. The land theypurchased was the site of the legendary, healing “Barium Springs.” After purchase of the land, Presbyterian Children’s Home moved to Barium Springs in 1891.

In 1914, almost 100 miles away in the small mountain community of Banner Elk, N.C. the Presbyterian minister, Edgar Tufts was working diligently with his local church to establish a home for orphans in the rugged mountain areas, and Grandfather Home for Children was born.

Both of these historic agencies functioned primarily as orphanages until the mid-1900’s. Children coming to these homes were mostly orphans who would stay for long periods of time. Many came as infants and stayed until graduation from high school or college. Both homes were self-sustaining farms where the children learned trade skills and assisted with daily chores.

In the 1950’s, needs for an orphanage decreased, partially due to peacetime and advances in medical technology. Instead, children needing care had one or both parents still living; but suffered from abuse and neglect. Not only did these children need a place of refuge but they also required treatment and therapy. Services expanded after 1970’s to focus mainly on the needs of children were classified as “troubled” or abused. Between the 1970’s and early 2000’s both Barium Springs and Grandfather Home for Children experienced expansion of services to better meet the needs of children at the time. These expansions included foster care and adoptions services, educational services and therapeutic services for children who had suffered complex trauma.

In April of 2014, the two organizations merged in an effort to have a greater impact in helping children and families across the region. The name chosen for the newly formed, merged organization was Children’s Hope Alliance. This name allows everyone to understand our deeply rooted mission, to provide hope and healing for hurting children and families. The future of Children’s Hope Alliance is bright, our stability lies in our deeply-rooted mission and a willingness to attend to the special needs of each generation.

Statesville Elks Lodge met 01/28/2018 to pack duffel (GO BAGS) so when the call comes for placing, a child would have a GO Bag of their own to take to their new home. See pictures attached of Elks at their best!

ROXBORO ELKS SHOWCASE DRUG AWARENESS TRAILER IN PARADE

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“ROXBORO ELKS SHOWCASE DRUG AWARENESS TRAILER IN PARADE”

By: Derrick Sims

The Roxboro Elks Lodge #2005 participated in the 2018 Roxboro Christmas Parade on December 15th. The annual parade brings thousands to the streets of Roxboro, NC. The Elks featured the North Carolina Elks’ Drug Awareness Campaign Trailer and Elroy the Elk walking the streets during the parade.

Keywords: “Elks” – “Parade” – “Drug Awareness”

Point of Contact: Derrick Sims, Roxboro Elks #2005, Exalted Ruler