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International Satin Gavel Sharon Harper22675 Dickinson RdNew Boston, MI 48164
2016Fall
International Satin Gavel
Newsletter
2016 - 2017 Officers & Board Celebrating our 30th Year!
President Betty DuPre’ RVYC 419.726.5999
1st Vice Angie Thomas HVYC 419.779.7940
2nd Vice Sue Jones RVYC 419-727-9709
Recording Secretary
Nancy Thomas FYC 734.512-7825
Corresponding Secretary
Kelda Vernatter CCYC 419-708-8617
Treasurer Linda Zmek CRYC 440.543.5008
Financial Secretary
P/P Sarah Schuman
RVYC 419.726.0139
Parliamentarian
P/P Carole Lee ORYC 419.841.2818
1-yr board Rose KuncArlene LaFehr
CRYCWYC
440.257.9035
810.459.2589
[email protected]@charter.net
2-yr board P/P Marie CousinoKimmy Sue Berger
HVYCHVYC
419.450.4650
419.726.1880
[email protected]@gmail.c om
Supply Officer Connie Wlodarczyk
RVYC 419.729.2200
Newsletter Editor
Sharon Harper FYC 734.320.9401
Chaplains P/P Sharon HuffmanPam Andrykovich
RVYCCRYC
419.729.5359
440.517.1900
[email protected]@yahoo.com
Membership President Betty RVYC 419.726.5 [email protected]
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DuPre’ 999Grievance Committee
P/P Mary LichtenwaldP/P Marie CousinoP/P Sandi KosinskiP/P Donna Payne
RVYCHVYCRVYCFYC
419.472.6529419.450.4
650419.250.0
245313.505.0
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[email protected]@[email protected]@comcast.net
Website/FacebookHistorian
P/P Donna Payne FYC 313.505.0517
Audit Committee
Sharon HarperArlene LaFehr
FYCWYC
734.320.9401
810.459.2589
[email protected]@charter.net
Finance Committee
Linda Zmek CRYC 440-543-5008
Nominating Committee
P/P Sandi Kosinski/ChairSue JonesPatty KesslerJennifer Thielen
RVYC
RVYCORYCORYC
419.250.0245
419.727.9709
419.726.1727
734.856.8906
[email protected]@[email protected]
By-Laws Committee
P/P Carole LeeP/P Sandi Kosinski
ORYCRVYC
419.841.2818
419.250.0245
[email protected]@hotmail.com
From the President
Well it appears that we are headed into the beautiful fall, my favorite season. Not looking forward to the bad word of “old man winter’” BURR”.
I would like to thank everyone who came to Kalahari for the fall meeting. Hope everyone enjoyed themselves. Had a few communication issues, but it all worked out “I think”.
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I think we had a productive meeting and several items were covered. Treasurer Linda Zmek noted that we had names on the checking account that needs to be adjusted and per the by-laws
the names should be the first Vice Pres. ,President and Treasurer. The question was ask if the Financial Secretary should be added as she collects all dues, Carole Lee stated if we want that to happen we need to make a by-law change, need input on this if you have an opinion. Sarah reminded everyone that dues is due by January 1. She is looking for the treasurer of each chapter, as she will be working with them to try to get all information as correct as possible.
It was suggested that possibly clothing chairperson, Connie could work with Tammy Darr and possibly we could order something if she doesn’t have a size we want. Connie is doing a fine job, but as we are all different sizes it doesn’t make shopping easy. Possibly this could make her job a little easier. She is also checking into finding the glitz ISG pins that several ladies ask about.Nominating Chair person and her committee are doing a good job of working to get ladies or persons to fill our board. As of now we still need a Recording Secretary, and 2, 2yr Board members. I feel that is very good for 1st, nominations. Thanks to Sandi and her committee.
Thanks goes to CCYC for agreeing to host the January Meeting. It will be a one (1) day meeting as most of their ladies are snow birds, “Thanks to Kelda and Tammy, you go girls”. They stated that there is a Bed and Breakfast very close if anyone is interested.
Angie Thomas stated a tentive date of April 8th is the date for the April Meeting.
Denise Zawodni (RVYC) reminded everyone to remember the Christmas in November, Sunday Nov. 8, hosted by RVYC (1 – 3p.m.) $20.00 gift exchange if you choose.
I would like to thank everyone for thoughts and prayers for my husband, Jim. He is doing much better, still has a ways to go, but could be much worse.
Hugs to all and HAPPY HOLIDAYS
President Betty Dupre'
From the 1st Vice
Hi everyone. I would like to start by thanking Betty Dupree and the Board for hosting the October meeting at Kalahari Resort. We had a nice turn out and a good time with our friends and families.
Also, thank you RVYC for hosting our Christmas In November, Always such a fun time with friends.
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CCYC will be hosting the January meeting, looking forward to seeing everyone again after the holidays.
And last but not least, it’s nomination time. Please consider volunteering for an open position for either an officer or board member. If interested please feel free to contact our chairperson for nominations P/P Sandi Kosinski RVYC or any of the ladies on her committee.Wishing you all Happy Holidays.
1st Vice PresidentAngie Thomas
From the Corresponding Secretary
Cards were sent to the following members these past few months:
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Amanda Pitzen Ellis (RVYC) - loss of her Father Sue Grubb (RVYC) - get well Charlene Schroeder (CCYC) - Thinking of You, regarding issues with P/C Fred P/P Jean Smalley (CCYC) - get well President Betty Dupre' (RVYC) - Thinking of You, regarding issues with P/C Jim Eilene Groth (ORYC) - loss of her Grandson
Be sure to email me at “[email protected]” with any news regarding our ISG members from your Club.
Corresponding Secretary, Kelda Vernatter
From the Financial Secretary
It is that time of year to remind you that dues are due by the first of January. I have received twoClubs payment already. Thank you. I am sending out the paper work, you should have it soon.Had a good time with the members that joined us at the Christmas in November party.
Sincerely,
Sarah SchumanFinancial Secretary
From the Chaplain
The Formal ISG FuneralThe formal ISG funeral is done for a DUES paying ISG member and their spouse only. The family should notify the Chapter President and she in turn should notify the ISG President and the ISG Chaplin of the time and place of the funeral. An email will be sent to all the members by the ISG President. The Chapter Presidents should notify those members who do not have an email. If the ISG Chaplain is unable to attend the funeral the ISG President will designate a replacement. The ISG uniform should be worn as designated by the bylaws along with the blue
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blazer. The ceremony will include an introduction, prayers, poems and presentation of one red rose to the most senior representative of the family.An informal Satin Gavel funeral may be done by the individual Satin Gavel Chapters at their discretion for example: a family member (a father, mother, sister, brother) of their Satin Gavel. The Chapter President will preside or her appointee. They would do an introduction, prayers, poems, etc. of their own choosing and not those of ISG.
I have been asked to publish the 2 formal ISG funeral poems if the ISG Chaplain is not available.
The Rose Beyond the WallNear a shady wall a rose once grew.
Budded and blossomed in God’s free light.Watered and fed by morning dew.
Shedding it’s sweetness day and night.
As it grew and blossomed fair and tall.Slowly rising to loftier height.It came to a crevice in the wall.
Through which there shone a beam of light.
Onward it crept with added strength.With never a thought of fear or pride.
It followed the light through the crevice length .And unfolded itself on the other side.
The light, the dew, the broadening view.Were found the same as they were before.
And it lost itself in the beauties new.Breathing its fragrance more and more.
Shall claim of death cause us to greive.And make our courage faint or fall?Nay, let us faith and hope receive.
The rose still grows beyond the wall.
Scattering fragrance far and wide.Just as it did in days of yore.
Just as it did on the other side.Just as it will forevermore.
Life Is ForeverAs long as you live and remember.Your loved one lives in your heart.
May tender memories soften your grief.May fond recollection bring you relief.
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And may you find comfort and peace in the thought.Of the joy that knowing your loved one brought.
For time and space can never divide.Or keep your loved one from your side.
When memory paints in colors true.The happy hours that belonged to you
God hath not promised skies always blue.Flowered strewn pathways all our live through.
God hath not promise sun without rain.Joy without sorrow. Peace without pain.
But God hath promise strength for the day.Rest for the labor. Light for the way.Grace for the trials, help from above.Unfailing sympathy. Undying love.
Respectfully submitted:P/P Sharon Huffman
International Satin GavelBoard Meeting Minutes
October 1, 2016Kahlahari Convention Center - Empress Room
President Betty DuPre’ called the meeting to order at 10:14 a.m.
Roll call of officers and board members by President Betty DuPre’ reported Secretary Nancy Thomas, and Kim Berger excused. Marie Cousino did not attend. Betty noted that Rose Kunc agreed to take the meeting minutes.
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Substitute Recording Secretary Rose Kunc read minutes of the previous board meeting. Sue Jones motioned to accept the meeting minutes second by PP Sarah Schuman. Motion approved.
Officer Reports:President Betty DuPre’ thanked everyone for attending. She apologized for any misunderstandings of the meeting rooms. This is our first year at Kahlahari and they have multiple people to work with. Any feedback is appreciated so Betty can provide to Fran. Fran can improve in the future. Betty had intended to have been better organized but her husband Jim was admitted to ER on Thursday. She asked for our patience during this time. First Vice President Angie Thomas – No report. Second Vice President Sue Jones – No report. Corresponding Secretary Kelda Vernatter read an excerpt from a Thank you Letter from the Western Reserve Hospice for the gracious donation of $300.00 by the Satin Gavel. Kelda has receipts for $21.60 that she will give to Linda. These are for cards and postage. In July, Kelda sent 2 cards. One to Amanda Pitts Ellis as her father passed away. A get well card was sent to Sue Grubb. She will be sending a thinking of you card to Fred and Char and asked that we keep them in our prayers as Fred continues brain treatment. Jean Smalley will be sent a thinking of you card. Treasurer Linda Zmek provided a report from June 18, 2106 through September 30, 2016. Starting balance is $7,419.91. Income of $73.33 from money collected for the 2015/2016 Past President gift. $62.50 from the Chagrin River Satin Gavel Income. Expenses were CRSG Donation for Hospice of Western Reserve for $300.00. State of Michigan renewal of $20.00, Treasurer Supplies for $7.62, Stamps for $14.10. The final checking account balance is $7,214.02. Linda recommended that if people order nametags or burgee’s or anything that they be asked to pay at time of order. It is becoming difficult to track people down once things are ordered. Dawn Stone and Mary Trautman have nametags that Betty has but they need to be paid for. Everyone agreed that this is reasonable. In working with the bank, Linda noted that the checking account can have up to four signers. PP Carole Lee read from our By Laws that it should be Treasurer, President and Vice President. The Financial Secretary is for correspondence. All financial transactions and handling of funds is to be done by the treasurer. This can be changed via an amendment to our by-laws. Financial Secretary PP Sarah Schuman stated that dues are due by the first of January. She is looking for each chapter’s treasurer. She wants to do things differently and insure all members pay their dues to their respective chapters and then the chapter writes one check to International. Sarah is working to mail the treasurers and hopes to get better and quicker updates. Sarah is seeking to find out who paid for two patron ads from Ottawa River Yacht Club. PP Carole Lee see to clarify who from Ottawa. Sarah passed around what she’ll be sending out and asked for feedback. 1 Year Board Member Arlene LaFehr – No report. 1 Year Board Member Rose Kunc – No report. Parliamentarian PP Carole Lee – No report.Newsletter Sharon Harper – No report. Nominating committee PP Sandi Kosinksi report given for Tammy Darr has been reaching out to all chapters for nominations. Only one chapter has responded at this point.
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Old Business: The January Meeting is still not scheduled or have a place to be hosted. Kelda Vernatter stated that most of their members are snow birds and not there. Her and Tammy Darr are the only ones there. Riverview Yacht Club is hosting Christmas in November. This will be November 6th. Connie Wlodarczyk will have new clothing for the meeting today.
New Business: In connection to the discussion regarding who should have access to our banking account, PP Carole Lee noted that organizationally we need to have change overs and transitions from old officers to new officers. This should include correspondence and address changes as well as information on the duties. This should be done as part of the April meeting. It is okay to have the swearing in later in the day as it is protocol. The signers according to the By-laws should be Treasurer, President and Vice. This can be changed via by-law amendments.
Discussion regarding the gift for the Past President from the board, of the board for the Past President. This should be agreed/approved by the board. The gift is from the board and they should agree and decide the amount each can give. If someone chooses not to pay, the short fall would be decided by the remainder of the board. It should not come from the treasury.
Treasurer Linda Zmek asked for any bills. Kelda Vernatter provided her receipts for $21.60. President Betty DuPre’ noted that instead of hospitality charges, the board approved the small gift of chocolates for all at the luncheon. The food at the evening’s event was donated by the members. Nancy Thomas and Barb Takacs called on Friday that they could not attend the lunch. President Betty DuPre’ contacted Kahlahari immediately, but it was too late to cancel. They will need to pay for the lunch.
Motion to adjourn by PP Sarah Schuman, seconded by First Vice President Angie Thomas, Approved. Meeting adjourned at 11:15 a.m.
Submitted by substitute Recording Secretary Rose Kunc
International Satin GavelMeeting Minutes October 1, 2016
Kahlahari Convention Center - Empress Room
President Betty DuPre’ called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. President Betty thanked everyone for attending and hopes the venue did not disappoint.
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Roll call of officers and board members by President Betty DuPre’ reported Secretary Nancy Thomas, and Kim Berger excused. Marie Cousino did not attend. Betty noted that Rose Kunc agreed to take the meeting minutes.
Substitute Recording Secretary Rose Kunc read minutes of the morning’s board meeting. Arlene LeFehr motioned to accept the meeting minutes second by Angie Thomas. Motion approved.
Officer Reports:President Betty DuPre’ apologized for any potential meeting mishaps as she had Jim admitted to ER on Thursday causing less focus on this meeting the last two days. She asked for our patience during this time and prayers. President Betty DuPre’ asked for any and all feedback for the venue so she could share with Fran. As this is our first year at Kahlahari there were a few communication issues as they have multiple people to work with. First Vice President Angie Thomas – No report. Second Vice President Sue Jones – No report. Corresponding Secretary Kelda Vernatter read an excerpt from a thank you letter from the Western Reserve Hospice for the gracious donation of $300.00 by the Satin Gavel. Kelda Vernatter provided receipts for $21.60 to Linda Zmek after the Board meeting. These are for cards and postage. In July, Kelda sent 2 cards. One to Amanda Pitts Ellis as her father passed away. A get well card was sent to Sue Grubb. She will be sending a thinking of you card to Fred and Char and asked that we keep them in our prayers as Fred continues brain treatment. Jean Smalley will be sent a thinking of you card. President Betty DuPre’ noted that if anyone knows someone in need of support, thoughts, to let Kelda or Betty know as these mean so much to people receiving them in time of need. Treasurer Linda Zmek provided a report from June 18, 2106 through September 30, 2016. Starting balance is $7,419.91. Income of $73.33 from money collected for the 2015/2016 Past President gift. $62.50 from the Chagrin River Satin Gavel Income. Expenses were CRSG Donation for Hospice of Western Reserve for $300.00. State of Michigan renewal of $20.00, Treasurer Supplies for $7.62, Stamps for $14.10. The final checking account balance is $7,214.02. Denise Zawodni motioned to accept the treasurer report second by Connie Wlodarcyk. All approved. President Betty DuPre’ noted $58.57 in expense for last evening’s hospitality beverages – Wine, Beer and mixes. PP Sandi Kosinski noted for Tammy Darr Bond for $100.00. Donna Payne had expense of $44.58 for last three months of website hosting. Financial Secretary PP Sarah Schuman stated that annual dues are due by the first of January. She is looking for each chapter’s treasurer contact information to whom she will work with to collect chapter dues and send to her the one check for International dues. 1 Year Board Member Arlene LaFehr – No report. 1 Year Board Member Rose Kunc – No report. Parliamentarian PP Carole Lee – No report.Supply Officer - Connie Wlodarczyk reported that she sold $59.00 in clothing today and has given the money to Treasurer Linda Zmek. The new items are here. Of the $500.00 advance, she still has $139.33 remaining. She bought much of the shirts using a Kohls discount of 30%. Discussion to have Connie also work with Tammy Darr and review a catalog she has for clothes. Since Howard Penkley is no longer doing letter pins, Connie will look for an alternative supplier.
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Newsletter Sharon Harper – Sharon noted that articles for the newsletter are needed by October 20th.
Nominating committee PP Sandi Kosinksi Read By-Laws and Duties. Positions need to be nominated and put on a ballot. PP Sandi Kosinski opened the floor for President. Current President Betty DuPre’ nominated Angie Thomas. Angie Thomas accepted. Linda Zmek motioned to close the nomination. Denise Zawodni second. PP Sandi Kosinski opened the floor for First Vice President. Connie Wlodarczyk nominated Sue Jones. Sue Jones accepted. Linda Zmek motioned to close the nomination. Denise Zawodni second. PP Sandi Kosinski opened the floor for Second Vice President. Current President Betty DuPre’ nominated Tammy Darr Tammy Darr accepted. Linda Zmek motioned to close the nomination. Denise Zawodni second.PP Sandi Kosinski opened the floor for Recording Secretary. PP Carole Lee nominated Kelda Vernatter. Kelda Vernatter declined the nomination stating that she wants to stay as Corresponding Secretary. President Betty DuPre’ nominated Rose Kunc. Rose Kunc declined the nomination. No other nominations. PP Sandi Kosinski opened the floor for Financial Secretary. Denise Zawodni nominated PP Sarah Schuman. PP Sarah Schuman accepted. Linda Zmek motioned to close the nomination. Denise Zawodni second. PP Sandi Kosinski opened the floor for Treasurer. Denise Zawodni nominated Linda Zmek. Linda Zmek accepted. Linda Zmek motioned to close the nomination. Denise Zawodni second. PP Sandi Kosinski opened the floor for 2-year Board Member. President Betty DuPre’ nominated Winona Anderson. Winona Anderson accepted. Linda Zmek motioned to close the nomination. Denise Zawodni second. President Betty DuPre’ nominated Diane Ehrsham. Diane Ehrsham declined.
Second Nominations will take place in January.
Chaplains – President Betty DuPre’ will ask Sharon Huffman for a report.
Old Business: None.
New Business: Kelda Vernatter and Tammy Darr will host the January meeting tentatively on January 28th at Cooley Canal Yacht Club. The address is Cooley Canal Yacht Club 12235 Bono Road Curtice, OH 43412. They will confirm the date is available. This will be on Saturday only. PP Carole Lee noted that our by- laws reference Friday evening before the winter meeting for comradery but it is not required. PP Sandi Kosinski motioned to give the $300.00 for the winter meeting to Kelda and Tammy for lunch in lieu of a Friday social evening. Linda Zmek will write a check to Tammy Darr. Connie Wlodarczyk seconded. All approved. To give people extra travel time the Board meeting will be at 11 a.m. Lunch will be at Noon and General Meeting at 1:00 pm.
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There is a Bed & Breakfast at the marina if anyone is interested they can contact Kelda or Tammy for more information.
President Betty DuPre’ stated that a chapter has the discretion to make someone an honorary member. This is someone who does much work for your chapter and the Satin Gavel organization. One such case at RVYC was Marry Ellis who recently passed away. She was invaluable and very deserving as an honorary member of ISG.
PP Sarah Schuman noted that as Financial Secretary she’s not able to deposit checks. While having Treasurer and Financial Secretary not located closely, PP Carole Lee noted that our by-laws state bank signers are Treasurer, President and First Vice. This can be changed via a By-law amendment. Protocol to change is to have two readings and one publication before annual meeting voting. Discussion held to have the current structure given a trial and consider for next year. Checks should be batched and sent to the treasurer via certified mail or batched and given at the January meeting. Linda Zmek will be ordering a stamp from the bank as cost of doing business to help with deposits.
Good of the Group: Connie Wlodarczyk asked for the dates of the Ball/Luncheon. Angie noted that it is tentative for April 8th and it will likely be a Luncheon. Denise Zawodni shared that Christmas in November will be Sunday, November 6th at RVYC. There will be a voluntary $20.00 gift exchange. There is a fundraiser at RVYC on Wednesday, October 5th. $8.00 dinner and raffling off a wine table. Proceeds will go to the Hospice of NW Ohio. PP Carole Lee noted Ottawa River Club will have a Fall Fling on Sunday October 16 at noon. There is a $5.00 entry fee that includes a light lunch.
Motion to adjourn by PP Sandi Kosinski second by Denise Zawodni, approved. Meeting adjourned at 2:05 p.m.
Submitted by substitute Recording Secretary Rose Kunc
2016 ISG PATRONSFYC
Donna Payne & P/C EdSharon Harper & Kim
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Dawn Stone& Commodore Brian StoneNancy Thomas & P/C Dan
HVYCJennifer Pastorek & P/C ChipAngie Thomas & P/C Frank
Jean McKee & P/C Bob
ORYCP/P Carole Lee & Bob Pietkowski
RVYCDebra Bannister & Errol
P/P Betty DuPre’ & P/C JimP/P Carol Ghareeb & Sam
Sue Grubb & DennisP/P Sharon Huffman & VJ
Sue Jones & KenP/P Sandi Kosinski
P/P Mary Lichtenwald & Kent LafontaineJudy Priest & P/C HerbSarah Schuman & BobJoanne White &John
Connie Wlodarczyk & Woody
WYCP/C Arlene LaFehr & P/C Greg Lowe
Sharon Skitch & Russ
Send E-mail reports and articlesto [email protected]
Sharon Harper Newsletter Editor
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