The O RIER...CELEBRATION of the Congratulations to the winners in the Visual Art Show First Place Alice Bechard - Legends II Second Place Mary Stockton - Olson Hall Third Place Harold

CELEBRATIONof the

Congratulations to the winners in the Visual Art Show

First PlaceAlice Bechard - Legends II

Second PlaceMary Stockton - Olson Hall

Third PlaceHarold Brown - Ainsworth Hall

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N2665 County Road QQ • King, WI 54946-0600(715) 258.5586 • 1.888.458.5586 • www.WisVets.com

Daniel J. ZimmermanSecretary of the

Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs

Dear King Members,

Over the past couple of months, I have enjoyed spending my time here at King getting to know you, your families, and many of the King staff. Before becoming Secretary, I had heard many good things about King. I have now seen firsthand the dedication of our staff and the strong commitment our many volunteers make to all of you who live here. This, along with the many conversations I have had with many of you, is truly invigorating.

One of the things I heard when I first started working from here is that people – both members and staff - wanted more say in what happens here. And so in the spirit of maintaining a culture that is open, transparent and forthright, I have worked to gather input and have more discussion with you and staff to identify items that you would like to see changed.

Some of you have expressed to me that the coffee shop is an area of concern that you would like to see changed. So I have decided to change it to reflect what the members want. This is your home and I want you to be comfortable and enjoy living here. And, while there were budgetary reasons for the changes that were made to the coffee shop last year, the coffee shop has other qualities beneficial to the quality of life that can’t be measured in dollars and cents. We always strive to be good stewards of the resources we have, but we can also be good stewards while continuing to provide amenities like the coffee shop.

We will be gathering more feedback in the coming weeks, but the coffee shop format will be changing to something our you and your families want that isn’t currently being provided. You want your coffee shop back to the way it was and that’s something we can do while still making improvements to the way it is run.

Thank you to all who have taken the time to speak with me about your concerns. I’m here to serve you and look forward to working to make King an even better place for Veterans and their families.

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Congratulations to the students completingthe 120-hour Nursing Assistant Training

Program at the Wisconsin Veterans Home-King.(Left to Right) Sara Robbins (Nursing Instructor),

Brianna Schuelke, Mariah Glodowski, Nicole Russell, Georgia Radtke, and CraigWillner

CELEBRATIONof the

Mike Greenwood entertained everyone with delightful music.

Members and staff admiring all the beautiful art work by members.

The King Singers performed for everyone.Reggie sang a solo.


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SecretaryDaniel J. Zimmerman

Division of Veterans Homes

Division AdministratorRandy Nitschke

Wisconsin Veterans Home at King

Interim CommandantShannon Hardel

Medical DirectorAlan Strobusch

Ainsworth HallExecutive Director

Molly Gutt

MacArthur HallExecutive Director

Gregory Reichenbach

Olson Hall Executive Director

Sandra Schoen

Stordock HallExecutive DirectorTammy Servatius

Marden AdministratorShelley Jandt

Admission DirectorHillary Larson

March Anniversaries8 William and Marilyn Longstaff

April Anniversaries27 Kenneth and Beverly Rindt

Attention King MembersLast October the small knitting group I belong to was approached by Jeff Welch, a volunteer at the Veterans Home in King, who asked if we’d consider coming to King to teach/knit with the residents there. We agreed, and have been coming to King twice a month since then. We meet at Marden Hall from 10 to 11 a.m. the first and third Monday of every month.

At first, we had no idea of what the needs were. Would we get individuals who had never knit before and wanted to learn? Would we have people who just wanted help with the projects they were working on? Or maybe we’d just have a group who were interested in gathering with others with the same interest – namely, knitting.

Now, several months into it I realize we have had a variety – pretty much all of the above. Some were avid knitters who just came to be with others who also enjoyed this craft. Some knit at one time but hadn’t in years and wanted a refresher – a little help and guidance to get them going again. Others had never knit but were interested in learning. All were welcomed and we certainly have enjoyed spending time with and getting to know these wonderful ladies!

However, I would love to see our small group grow. We welcome both men and women – anyone interested in learning to knit or crochet, or anyone just interested in seeing what it’s all about. No pressure! Just come and check it out.

There are so many benefits to using your hands to produce something beautiful and useful. Keeping your hands and fingers flexible, keeping your mind sharp are two that come to mind, but also just remaining social and enjoying each other’s company and conversation.

Perhaps you’ve been hesitant to join us because you do not own a pair of knitting needles or yarn, but let me assure you that we have plenty of what you’d need. We have yarn, patterns, needles

galore! These are all located in Marden Hall where we meet.

We’d love your input into how we can better meet your needs regarding our group. Would you be more likely to

attend if we held it in your hall? Do you need more information? Come to our next session, ask your

questions and share your thoughts.

Jeanette Eggers, New London Knitting Group

Non-Monetary

WISCONSIN VETERANS HOME AT KINGDonations

On behalf of the members, we sincerely Thank Everyone for

their generous donations.

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MonetaryRamona RaughtKing, WI

Myrna Larvey Rockford, IL

American Legion HospitalWisconsin Rapids, WI

Anthony & Dawn JakubiecWabeno, WI

Disabled American VeteransDe Pere, WI

James & Melanie McCarthyFenton, MIIn memory of Jerome Huss

AMVETS Post 51 Sturgeon Bay, WI

Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary - Dept of WI Stevens Point, WI

King’s Men of King MCLKing, WI

FDL ELKS BPOE #57Fond Du Lac, WI

Janice AltmannMarshfied, WIIn memory of American Gold Star Mothers-Wisconsin

William Laux Jr. Memorial Trust

Kay & Keith Grosskopf Larsen, WIIn memory of Dan Hauffe

Disabled American VeteransDe Pere, WI

AMVETS King AccountSturgeon Bay, WI

AMVETS Post 63 Oconto, WI

King Recreation Committee - MOPH King, WI

Donald BangertWaupaca, WI

Joyce KielmanKing, WI

Larry & Sandra Smith West Des Moines, IAIn memory of Eleanore Mikich

Gloria ChristensenEnglewood, FLIn memory of Eleanore Mikich

St. Andrews Lutheran ChurchNoisy Offering Oshkosh, WI

Carol Woelbing Redwood Valley, CAIn memory of Max & Kathy Huhta

Ralph E. Bitters Revocable TrustNew Berlin, WI

ALA Post 153 American Legion Auxiliary Unit 75 Fond Du Lac, WI

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 107Mosinee, WI

American Legion Auxiliary Unit 189Watertown, WI

Arena Elementary School Arena, WI

Barb Lundrigan Neenah, WI

Barb Mamerow Denmark, WI

Barbara Rowland Appleton, WI

Sunshine RepresentativeVFW Auxiliary to Post 8068 Elderon, WI

Bev LewisWaupaca, WI

Beverly HannisOshkosh, WI

DUV Bonduel, WI

Calvary Lutheran Church - Homespun Ministies Waupaca, WI

Carey MoulMadison, WI

Carol CarrOregon, WI

Chase Garski Custer, WIIn memory of Thomas A. Garski

Christ Lutheran Church Marshfield, WI

Christian Thrift Store Wabeno, WI

Cindy Riha Shattuck 7th Grade Brillion, WI

Clinton Public Library Clinton, WI

VFW 3153 Chilton, WI

Lake Country Republican Women Shawano, WI

DAVA Juniors Unit 55 Stevens Point, WI

Deb Boettcher 4th Grade Students Manitowoc, WI

AL 501 Madison, WI

Don Borgen Oshkosh, WI

Earl Arndt /Dr. Cliff StarWisconsin Rapids, WI

Ellen Voie Waupaca, WIIn memory of Roger Voie

Elmer BurrNeenah, WI

Everett and Anita PetersonAmherst Junction, WI

Forest Junction Zion United Methodist Church

Gerald M. Bailey Pine River, WI

Heidi Burns Girl Scout Troop 8363Fond Du Lac, WI

Good Samaritan, Scandia VillageSister Bay, WI

Greenwood Memorial VFW Post 987 / St. Joseph’s Catholic School & St. John’s Lutheran School Baraboo, WI

Helping Hands 4-H Baraboo, WI

Hope Lutheran Church Edgar, WI

Humana Green Bay, WI

Humana Insurance De Pere, WI

Jackie Beyersdorf Waupaca, WI

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Donations continued from page 5

Jacob Danielson Waupaca, WI

James KarlovichPrinceton, WI

Jerry & Carol O’Neil Wisconsin Rapids, WI

SAR Waupaca, WI

Joyce MielkeMilwaukee, WI

Justin Herman Taylor Funeral HomeWisconsin Rapids, WI

Kathy Drews Larsen, WI

Kathy WahlFall River, WI

Kewaskum American Legion Unit 384Kewaskum, WI

Krossing Creeks 4-H Bear Creek, WI

Laona State Bank Armstrong Creek, WI

Manitowoc Golden K Manitowoc, WI

Bonduel Elementary School Little Scholars Child Care Stevens Point, WI

Menasha Joint School District - M.J. Gegan Elementary School Menasha, WI

AMVETS 10 Shawano, WIIn memory of Percy Schwerke

Mary Barker Oak Creek, WI

Mary HalfmannScandinavia, WI

Mary Jane GenglerWaupaca, WI

Denmark American Legion Auxiliary Denmark, WI

DAVShawano, WI

MCL -Michael Bird Oshkosh, WI

Rascals and Rockers Day School / American Legion Aux 401 Cambria, WI

Nelsonville Lutheran Church Amherst Junction, WI

North Co. Line 4-H Milladore, WI

Oriole Park School Chicago, IL

Pat Gipp Shawano, WI

Pat Henrich Scandinavia, WI

Pat Przybylski Pulaski, WI

Pine River Pioneer Sunrise 4-H ClubMerrill, WI

RieckmannManawa, WI

Rita Hale Wauwatosa, WIIn memory of Mae Hiemke

Gresham Town & Country 4H, Shawano County 4-H Super Saturday, Wolf River Home School Gresham, WI

Seymour High School - Salsa Club Seymour, WI

Shawano Middle School Shawano, WI

Shawano Women of Today Shawano, WI

Toni RingelGreen Bay, WI

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church - Monday Morning Bible Class Greenville, WI

St. John United Church of Christ - Sunday School Students Appleton, WI

St. Luke’s Lutheran Church Wisconsin Rapids, WI

St. Mary Catholic Schools Neenah, WI

St. Paul Lutheran Church Stevens Point, WI

St. Raphael the Archangel Parish Oshkosh, WI

Tomorrow River Parish Amherst Junction, WI

Nelsonville Lutheran Church Amherst Junction, WI

WRC Waupaca, WI

Syble Hopp School De Pere, WI

Ted ThompsonWaupaca, WI

Tim Zychosz Waunakee, WI

American Legion Riders District 8 Wisconsin Rapids, WI

United States Department of the Interior - National Park Service - Alaska Region Anchorage, AK

Valley Eagles 4-H Club Kaukauna, WI

VFW 2534 Wisconsin Rapids, WI

VFW Aux 2778 Appleton, WI

Midway Surgery Center: Affinity Medical Group Menasha WI

VFW Auxiliary Post 8068 - Betty Elliott - Sunshine Representative Elderon, WI

VFW Memorial Post 8895 Mosinee, WI

Warm Up America Carrollton, TX

Wautoma Senior CenterWautoma, WI

Webster Stanley Elementary SchoolOshkosh, WI

Western Fraternal Life Kewaunee, WI

Wilson Middle School - 8th Grade Students Appleton, WI

The American Legion Auxiliary from Denmark, WI came to King to tour the facility and donated two van full of donations.

VETERANS SERVICE ORGANIZATION MEETING TIMES

In Memory of“Our country is in mourning, a Veteran died today.”

WISCONSIN VETERANS HOME AT KINGIn Memory of/Help Wanted

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Alice M. DobinskiLester J. Buss

Adam A. PatersonOrville P. Lind

Charles H. JonesCarol M. Roerdink

Philip H. BooneAlvin L. Smith

James H. GaffeyDonald C. Hoefs

Richard G. HemmingerSteven C. Westedt

Rodney L. ReindersJames L. VanHoutHugo L. Johnson

AMERICAN LEGION POST 161 Meets second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. POST meets in the Marden Memorial Center meeting room. AUXILIARY meets in the Marden Memorial Center Multi-Purpose room.

AMVETS POST 1887Meets last Monday of the month at 6:00 p.m. in the Marden Memorial Center Multi-Purpose room.

DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANSChapter #53 meets at 7:30 p.m. at the New London Community Center. Call (715) 823-5335 for meeting room.

MARINE CORPS LEAGUEMeets third Thursday of the month at 1:30 p.m. in the Marden Memorial Center Multi-Purpose room.

WAUPACA CVSOJesse Cuff will be in the Marden Social Security Office on Thursdays from 9:00 a.m to noon. For any questions, please call (715) 258-6477 or email him at [email protected].

WI BASE OF SUBMARINE VETERANSMeets the last Saturday of every month in the Marden Memorial Center meeting room at 10:00 a.m. Please call (715) 630-0279 with any questions.

Roast Pork with Spiced Apple Ring(Roast Beef) Baked Sweet Potato(Whipped Potatoes)Wax Beans(Spinach)Strawberry-Rhu-barb Fruit Cup

Braised Beef Tips and Peppers(Macaroni and Cheese)Garlic Mashed Red Potatoes Tossed Salad (Pickled Beets)With French Dressing (Diet Ranch Dressing) Warm Garlic RollRanger Cookie

Lasagna with Tomato Sauce(Turkey Tetrazzini)Steamed Zucchini(Diced Carrots)Warm BreadstickVanilla Cheesecake

Memphis Style Pork Ribs(Chicken Fillet)Cheesy Hashbrowns(Whipped Potatoes)Southern Hot Slaw(Wax Beans)Sweet Potato Pie

Salisbury Steak(Turkey Loaf)Whipped Potatoes With GravyWhole Kernel Corn(Green Beans)Banana Cake

Grilled Haddockwith Tartar Sauce(Meatloaf)Baked Potato(Whipped Potatoes)Brussels Sprouts(Asparagus)Rye BreadRaspberry Jell-O with Peaches

Chicken Breast with Supreme Sauce(Salisbury Steak)Steamed Red Potatoes(Whipped Potatoes)Mixed Vegetables(Squash)Poppy Seed Cake with Icing

Baked ChickenWith Cranberry Sauce Garnish(Roast Pork)Whipped Potatoeswith GravyWhole Kernel Corn(Diced Carrots)Peach Pie

Italian Meatballs with Spaghetti(Macaroni and Cheese)Tossed Salad (Pickled Beets)with Blue Cheese Dressing(Diet French Dressing)Warm BreadstickFruit Cocktail

Hamloaf with Mustard Sauce (Baked Haddock)Au Gratin Potatoes(Whipped Potatoes)Peas and Carrots(Green Beans)Potato RollBlueberry Fruit Parfait

Chop Suey over Steamed Brown Rice(Macaroni and Cheese)Sugar Snap Pea Pods(Asparagus)Chow Mein NoodlesAngel Food Cake with Strawberry Topping

Grilled Reuben Sandwich (Turkey Tetrazzini)French Fries(Whipped Potatoes)Creamy Coleslaw (Two Bean Salad)Pickle SpearButterscotch Ice Cream Sundae

Butterflied Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce(Baked Haddock/Scrambled Eggs)Cheesy Hashbrowns (Whipped Potatoes)Dressed Spinach Salad(Pea Salad)Rye BreadCinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake

Ham-Stuffed Chicken w/ Swiss Cheese Sauce(Meatloaf)Noodles Romanov(Whipped Potatoes)California Blend Vegetables(Asparagus)Black Forest Bar

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Menus are subject to change. Please speak to dining room staff or your dietitian to request alternate choices which are indicated on the menu in parentheses.

Lunch Menus for March 12 - April 8, 2017 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Beef Pot Roast(Macaroni and Cheese)Whipped Potatoes with GravyCarrots, Celery and Onions(Wax Beans)Coconut Cream Pie

Chicken Provolone(Baked Haddock)Noodles with Alfredo Sauce(Whipped Potatoes)Broccoli Florets(Diced Carrots)Peanut Butter Pie

Chopped Steak w/Sautéed Onions(Turkey Tetrazzini)Creamed Potatoes(Whipped Potatoes)Braised Brussels Sprouts(Green Beans)Orange Sherbet

Breaded Pork Cutlet with Mushroom Gravy(Scrambled Eggs)Roasted Red Potatoes(Whipped Potatoes w/gravy) Cauliflower with Cheese Sauce(Spinach)Apple Pie

Teriyaki Chicken(Tater Tot Hot Dish)Wild Rice Blend(Whipped Potatoes)Vegetable Stir Fry(Asparagus)Fresh Orange Wedges

St. Patrick’s DayCorned Beef(Pork Roast/Baked Haddock)Steamed Red Potatoes(Whipped Potatoes)Steamed Cabbage(Wax Beans)Onion Rye BreadShamrock Cookie

Swedish Meatballs(Turkey Loaf)Whipped PotatoesCreamed Corn(Diced Beets)Pistachio Torte

Oven Fried ChickenWith Cranberry Sauce Garnish(Beef Roast)French Baked Potato(Whipped Potatoes)Broccoli Florets(Diced Beets)Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Stuffed Pepper(Baked Haddock/Whipped Potatoes)Shredded CheeseWhole Kernel Corn(Diced Carrots)Butterscotch Pudding

Build Your Own:Hamburger with a Bun(Grilled Chicken Breast)Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickles(2 Bean Salad)Waffle Fries(Potato Salad)Vanilla Ice Cream

Chicken Pot Pie(Chili with Crackers)Broccoli Coleslaw(Pickled Beets)Gingerbread Cake with Lemon Whipped Topping

Veal ParmesanGarlic Parmesan Potatoes(Macaroni and Cheese)Sliced Carrots(Diced Rutabagas)Warm Garlic RollÉclair Dessert

Baked Haddock with Tartar Sauce(Scrambled Eggs)Baked Potato With Butter(Whipped Potatoes)Cauliflower Salad(Cucumber Salad)Rye BreadCherry Almond Cake

Glazed Pork Ribs (Meatloaf)Boiled Potatoes(Whipped Potatoes)Sauerkraut(Wax Beans)Black Forest Mousse

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Activity Cost Sponsored byMarden In-House Meal (campwide) $ 450 ALAEntertainment ($100 per bldg) $ 400 May LuchsingerTailgate Super Bowl Parties (all bldgs) $ 600 DAVCatered Meals ($300 per bldg) $1200 ALAMonthly Bday Entertainment (all bldgs) $ 250 May LuchsingerFood for Monthly Bdays Parties (all bldgs) $ 350 May Luchsinger

February activities sponsored by the King Recreation Committee, Inc.

Thank you for your support and for making a difference in the lives of King veterans and their families.

OPEN HOUSESunday, May 21, 2017

10am-2:30pm

King Open House will feature

our magnificent location,

facilities, physical resources,

job opportunities and numerous

activities to entertain all ages!

Go on www.WisVets.com

to register for the Car Show.

WVH-King | N2665 Cty Road QQ, King, WI 54946 | 715.258.4247 | www.WisVets.com

May 21, 2017

The Shawano Middle School sponsored a fundraiser to help the members at King. They donated 25 boxes of items from the

Wish List including clothing, toiletries, snacks and more.

The Lake Country Republican Women from Shawano, WI donated a large quantity of clothing.

TREASUREI gave you a treasure map,to a land of hidden sails.and waterfalls and gaps.That lie along its trails.

This treasure map you now possess even though you do not see…

But it’s there any less.I tucked it in your pocket.

Where my soul to you I bare.

That map is such a curious thing,the paper old and stained.

And yet the writing is clear and fresh,as if written yesterday.

Look close you’ll see some older marks.The lines are faint and dim.

As if the thing was washed and wrung,and left to dry in the wind.

Should all the world be sent to search.For the treasures I describe.

Not one would find them there,though they search the world wide.

For this treasure map is… to my heart.The prize… our love secured.

Its directions marked with loving care.To ensure our love endures.

Rick EngstromWVH-King Member

Upcoming Major Events

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Semi-Annual Commemoration Service

Sat., May 13

Open HouseSun., May 21

Memorial Day ProgramMon., May 29

American Legion & Aux. King Day

Sun., June 18

Disabled American Veterans and Aux. King Day

Sun., June 25

Military Order of the Purple Heart and Aux. King Day

Sun., August 6

Veterans of Foreign Wars and Aux. King Day

Sat., August 19

AMVETS and AMVETS Auxiliary King Weekend

September 8-10

“Death, Burial, and Resurrection” Part 1

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As I am writing this month’s Chaplain Column, I realize that this article’s printing will come to you during the Lenten Season and before the celebration of three of history’s most significant events…the death, the burial, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Most will say that we can certainly celebrate the resurrection of Jesus, but to celebrate His death and burial? Why would we call the day that we reflect on Jesus’ death on the cross, “Good Friday? Let’s go on a journey and you be the one to answer this question.

John 11: 17-26(NIV): On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. Bethany was less than two miles from Jerusalem, and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them on the loss of their brother. When Martha heard that Jesus was coming, she went out to meet him, but Mary stayed at home. Lord,” Martha said to Jesus, “if you had been here, my brother would not have died. But I know that even now God will give you whatever you ask.” Jesus said to her, “Your brother will rise again. “Martha answered, “I know he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day. “Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?” What a question for us today from Jesus, “Do you believe this?”

Jesus had these “words of comfort”, to share with his good friend Martha, on his way to raise Lazarus from the dead. Martha and Mary were experiencing great pain and grief in the death and burial of their brother, Lazarus.We too have experienced the death and burial of a loved

one. We have felt the pain and grief that comes with the loss.

How can this possibly be a time of celebration?

When Jesus heard Lazarus’ need for help, he said: “This sickness will not end in death. No, it is for God’s glory so that God’s Son may be glorified through it.” (John 11:4 NIV)

Jesus had in mind, the “bigger picture.” He knew that Lazarus would experience a resurrection from the tomb. Jesus also knew that Lazarus’ physical death and burial would need to take place before Lazarus’ resurrection would be available.

Jesus knows our need as well…Romans 6:23(NIV) For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Jesus came to this earth for reason, so eloquently spoken by John the Baptist in John 1:29(NIV). The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” Have you spent time reflecting this Lenten and Easter season about the suffering that Jesus did on your behalf….about the shedding of His blood to cover your sin, His death on the Cross for you, about His burial, and about His powerful resurrection from the dead…gaining victory over death…over the grave…for you? Could this be the very reason we call the day of Jesus’ death and burial, “Good Friday?” Could this be cause for celebration over the death and burial of a loved one who is in Christ?

Rich EngleProtestant Chaplain

Berlin 2

Berlin Crisis 2

Korea 129

Lebanon 5

Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm 5

Operation Enduring Freedom 2

Peacetime 91

Vietnam 226

WWII 117

RiddleWhich is the most

curious letter?

Riddle from last month: How many bananas can you eat if your stomach is empty?

Answer from last month’s riddle: Just one-after that, it’s not empty anymore.

Air Force 92

Army 321

Army Air Corps 5

Coast Guard 6

Marine Corps 67

Marine Corps Reserve 1

National Guard 1

Navy 110

Male Census 526 Female Census 137

VITAL STATISTICS

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National Women’s History Month - March 1st through March 31st.

National Women’s History month is a relatively new celebration, and originally, was only celebrated for one week in March. In 1978, ‘The Education Task Force of the Sonoma County Commission on the Status of Women had their first “Women’s History Week” celebration. The celebration grew rapidly, and in 1980, President Carter issued a Presidential Proclamation declaring the week of March 8, 1980 National Women’s History Week.

As more states and schools celebrated National Women’s History Month, the effort to lobby for celebrations the week of March 8th (that changes from year to year) became an issue. In 1986 Congress declared the entire month of March, 1987 as National Women’s History Month going forward.

This year marks the 30th anniversary of National Women’s History Month.

Brought to you by the Equity and Diversity Committee

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P TS LIGHTIn the

Recognizing Wisconsin Veterans Home at King

Volunteers& Pets

This month we would like to introduce some of our Hospice Volunteers and Pet Therapy pets. The ThedaCare and Heartland Hospice volunteers bring smiles and comfort to our members who have elected to use hospice services. Their selfless service to our honored veterans and their families is greatly appreciated! If you wish to learn more about becoming a Hospice Volunteer with either Heartland or Thedacare contact:

Heartland HospiceVolunteer Coordinator: Amanda

[email protected]

Theda Care HospiceVolunteer Coordinator: [email protected]

Heartland Hospice members shown are: Alex Piwoschli, Steve Hesel, Karen Karbowski, Diana Midal and Amanda Cottrell.

Thedacare Pet Therapy members shown are Cheryl Sletten and Kiki, Tammy Simons and Flash, Mary Larson and Woody, Jennifer George and Holly. Standing in the background are Bill Fahrenkrug and Kathy

Tucher. Sarah Lederer was unable to be there when picture was taken.

To better communicate and assist the buildings to know who is in their building (in case of an emergency), we have created these stations.

What will be at the Volunteer Station? The Volunteer Station is a location for: volunteer information, hours reporting, one-to-one visit reporting. For convenience purposes, it can be found near Therapist or Activity areas.

Using the Volunteer Station: The station will contain hours sheets and volunteer record sheets for one-to-one visits, as well any pertinent information for volunteers, including: needs, policies, updates.

We have posted Activity Therapist contact information on the board for your convenience, and so you are able to contact them if you cannot make it for a scheduled activity, or to check on restrictions.

VOLUNTEERSTATIONS IN THE

NURSING BUILDINGS

David L. Halverson a Vietnam War Army Veteran joined us on February 2, 2017

from Weyauwega. He is living at OH

Robert R. Bartowiak a Korean War Army Veteran joined us on February 2, 2017 from

Fremont. He is living at SH.

Kenneth Grabarczyka Peacetime Era Navy Veteran joined us on February 8, 2017

from Fredonia.

William Ortina WW II Navy Veteran joined us on February 8, 2017 from

Menasha. He is living at SH.

Odus Eubanksa Korean War Air Force Veteran joined us on February 8, 2017

from Dexter, Missouri. He is living at AH.

Norman G. Sarlesa Peacetime Era Army Veteran joined us on February 9, 2017

from King. He is living at SH.

Duane J. Erdmana Peacetime Era Navy Veteran joined us on February 9, 2017

from Baraboo. He is living at MH.

Thomas G. Schwartzmana Korean War Army Veteran joined us on February 10, 2017 from

Merrill. He is living at SH.

Joseph A. Brouilleta Korean War Air Force Veteran joined us on February 15, 2017

from Amherst. He is living at AH.

Jacqueline M. Carra Korean War Army Veteran joined us on February 17, 2017 from

Markesan. She is living at OH.

Richard H. Rademakera Vietnam War Army Veteran joined us on February 23, 2017

from Wausau. He is living at OH.

Larry J. Zastrowa Vietnam War Army Veteran joined us on February 23, 2017

from Arkdale. He is living at SH.

Henry F. Zaleskia Korean War Marine Corps Veteran joined us on

February 23, 2017 from Stratford. He is living at AH.

Warren D. Johnson a Peacetime Era Army Veteran joined us on February 27, 2017

from Weyauwega. He is living at SH.

Clarence E. Buss a Peacetime Era Army Veteran joined us on February 27, 2017

from Fond du Lac. He is living at MH.

Gerald M. Destrampea Vietnam War Army Veteran joined us on February 28, 2017

from New London. He is living at OH.

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We would like to welcome the following new members to the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King:

Due to the Federal HIPAA Privacy Act only those members who have releases on file are listed.

Wanna listen to music that will bring back memories? WAUP runs a Big Band program on

Sunday mornings from 6 to 10am.

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MOVIESPLAYING

MARDEN MEMORIAL CENTER THEATER

Monday, April 3In the Loop

Not Rated1 Hr. 46 Min.

Tuesday, April 4Flatliners

Rated R1 Hr. 54 Min.

Wednesday, April 5My Boss’s Daughter


Thursday, April 6Kingpin

Rated PG-131 Hr. 57 Min.

Friday, April 7True Grit


Monday, April 10Mars AttacksRated PG-131 Hr. 46 Min.

Tuesday, April 11Young Guns


Wednesday, April 12Father of Invention


Thursday, April 13A Beautiful Mind


Friday, April 14The Legend of Zorro

Rated PG 2 Hr. 10 Min.

Monday, April 17

The French ConnectionRated R

1 Hr. 44 Min.

Tuesday, April 18Mister Roberts


Wednesday, April 19Miss Congeniality


Thursday, April 20El DoradoNot Rated

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Friday, April 21The Man Who Knew Too Much


Monday, April 24Dr. DoolittleRated PG-131 Hr. 25 Min.

Tuesday, April 25No Name On The Bullet


Wednesday, April 26The Shadow Riders


Thursday, April 27The Road


Friday, April 28Liar Liar


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Over the past months, I have had to say, “so long” to a number of our members at the Veterans Home at King, who have passed on into eternity. How about you? I have been reflecting about Jesus’ resurrection power and the significance it holds for me, for our deceased members…..for you.

I have been reflecting on the words that Jesus spoke…the powerful truth and promise that he spoke to Martha over 2000 years ago. The certainty that Jesus truly is…the resurrection and the life…powerfully displayed in His own resurrection!

But before Jesus experienced His own Resurrection, He had a message to give...a miracle to perform…in the resurrection of His good friend Lazarus.

Jesus’ love motivated His message which needed to be expressed to Martha, Mary, and all of the Jewish folks who had come to grieve with the sisters. Jesus’ message: that He is the resurrection and the life, he

who believes in me will live, even though he dies; whoever lives and believes in me will never die…a statement with a question to follow for Martha; “Do you believe this?”

So many years later, Jesus still asks this same question to me…to you; “Do you believe this?”

Jesus wanted to know IF Martha believed what He said, about Himself…Jesus today desires to know IF you believe what He said, about Himself.

For this month’s Chaplain Column we will end herePart 2 will continue next month, as we will look for Martha’s response and the powerfull Resurrection of Lazarus and Jesus.

May you have a blessed Lenten Season and Easter Sunday!

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A Smile for a Pair of Shoes

This morning the privilege of seeing a big smile on the face of a veteran over a new pair of shoes was observed at the KX. As staff watched this man try on the shoes, he was not reluctant to share his happiness by exclaiming, “They’re perfect!” That statement alone was music to our ears.

This occurrence is only a small part of what we experience on a daily basis in the KX. There are days when members and members of their families are in disbelief over what we have and are able to provide for the men and women who reside here.

In addition, it thrills our hearts to meet the clothing needs of men and women who come in with literally nothing but what they are wearing.

To our donors: Please accept our heartfelt THANKS! You are the unsung heroes!

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The Red Hat Ladies had a great Valentine’s Day get together.

It’s Boxing Time!

King Singers!

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Valentine’s Day Catered Lunch sponsored by American Legion Auxiliary

Members received flowers on Valentine’s Day!

Larry Cavanaugh crafted this beautiful cabin in Woodworking.

Lewis & Alice Hasen

Ken & Bev Rindt

Stanley & Cordelia Cychosz

Dick & Dee Hilliard

The Library has added several books to its permanent collection.Following are some of those books.

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The Dog Who Knew Too Much by Spencer Quinn This story is told from the perspective of a dog named Chet. Chet belongs to Bernie Little, and the pair is hired to find a kid (Devin) who has gone missing from a wilderness camp. The hiking guide insists that Devin wandered away from the group; some speculate that Devin was hounded by bullies and driven away from the campsite during the night; Devin’s mother thinks her ex-husband has snatched the boy! Chet, with his trusty sniffing skills, will solve the mystery. Reading this doggy world-view “reminds us of what we love best about canines: the unconditional love they show their humans, and the boundless enthusiasm they feel for life, every single day.”

The Widow of the South by Robert Hicks It is 1894, and Carrie McGavock is still tending to the 1500 Confederate dead that are buried in her back yard. Three decades ago, the Battle of Franklin, one of the bloodiest of the Civil War, took place on Carrie’s land, and these graves were the result. During the war, Carrie’s home was used as a hospital for the wounded and dying. At that time, Carrie met and fell in love with a man named Zachariah. The two were drawn together by the torment of the war, but Carrie was a married woman. Now, 30 years later, Zachariah shows up on her doorstep again. This novel is particularly interesting because much of it is true. Carrie McGavock was one of the unsung heroes of the Civil War. She “persevered in the most hellish of circumstances. Yet from all this carnage emerges a love story that transcends time.”

Paradise Lost by J. A. Jance Joanna Brady, sheriff of Cochise County in Arizona, has a very innocent 13-year-old daughter named Jennifer. A Girl Scout Memorial Day weekend camping trip finds Jennifer sharing her tent with wild child Dora Matthews. (Dora is a pregnant, fatherless waif with a missing junkie mother!) At Dora’s prodding, the 2 girls slip away in the desert night. Their unauthorized hike leads them to a gruesome discovery: the body of a murdered Phoenix heiress. Sheriff Brady, while concerned about the trauma this discovery may have caused her daughter, sets out to find the murderer. She begins by trying to track down the woman’s husband, who cleaned out their accounts before he vanished. It isn’t long, however, until Joanna realizes that the 2 girls may be in danger. Does someone consider them “loose ends” who were snooping around where they had no business hiking that night?

Delivering Death by Julie Kramer “Be careful what you open….” TV reporter Riley Spartz is a star investigative journalist for Channel 3 in Minneapolis. One day, she receives a package of human teeth in the mail at work! Riley becomes embroiled in one of the odder homicide cases the local police force has ever seen. Bottom line is – it seems that the killer wants the crime publicized! Follow Riley as she investigates a lucrative identity-theft ring that links low-life crooks to white-collar opportunists.

The Assassin by Clive Cussler and Justin Scott Here is “historical action-adventure fiction at its rip-roaring best!” The year is 1905, and Isaac Bell, a Van Dorn private detective, wants to get a government contract to investigate John D. Rockefeller’s Standard Oil monopoly. Now a sniper has begun murdering opponents of Standard Oil! This assassin shoots with extraordinary accuracy and at seemingly impossible long range. The intensity climbs when Bell’s best witness is assassinated. Then the shooter detonates a terrible explosion that sets the victim’s independent refinery ablaze.

Critical by Robin Cook Doctor Angela Dawson seems to have it all! At the young age of 37, she owns a great apartment in New York City AND a stunning seaside house on Nantucket. She enjoys her prosperous lifestyle in spite of the remnants of a troubled childhood, failed marriage, and even an episode of bankruptcy. She now has a new degree (MBA), and is launching Angels Healthcare. Her future looks very bright, with a controlling interest in 3 busy New York City hospitals and plans for others in Miami and Los Angeles! But suddenly, a surge of drug-resistant staph infections at all 3 hospitals turns Angela’s world upside down. With patients dying and her business in jeopardy, Angela works around the clock to try to save what she’s built.

Death Song by Michael McGarrity A double homicide investigation finds Police Chief Kevin Kerney and his son Sergeant Clayton Istee working together to solve the crimes. They soon discover that the deaths of a deputy sheriff in Lincoln County and of his wife in Santa Fe are linked to a major drug trafficking scheme. The investigation turns into a search for the slain deputy’s son who left Santa Fe under suspicious circumstances before his father’s death. A real page-turner!

Celebrating Dr. Seuss with the Intergenerational Group

The Filipino American of Northeast WI Dance Group entertained the members.

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Having Fun with Science!Stordock Hall members were treated to a catered broasted chicken meal from

Ambrosia’s Pub and Grill sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary.

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Happy Birthday Reggie!

Bringing winter activities inside!

State of WisconsinScott Walker

Governor


Daniel J. Zimmerman Secretary

Division of Veterans Homes

Randy NitschkeDivision Administrator

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