Fiscal 2022 has begun with the unveiling of six new military signs that will flank Old Glory on the front yard.
Space Force: Tuesday May 18 (L to R – all former Veteran Committee Chairs) David Roeth, Bart Castelli, Bob Cameron, & Steve MillaAir Force: Tuesday May 11 (L to R) A.J. Ford (Exalted Ruler) and David Roeth (Esquire & former Veterans Chair).Coast Guard: Tuesday May 4. The new Lodge Auxiliary were on hand during Veteran Committee Chairman John Winkler’s presentation prior to unveiling sign four of six.Marines: Tuesday April 20 (L to R). John Winkler (Veterans Committee Chair & Navy Ret.) Anthony Scarpelli, Rob Scarpelli (Marine Ret.), A.J. Ford (Exalted Ruler).Navy: Tuesday April 13 (L to R) A.J. Ford (Exalted Ruler) and David Roeth (Esquire & former Veterans Chair).Army: Tuesday April 6 (L to R) Ken Winkler, Father (Ret. Army) and John Winkler (Veterans Chair, Navy Ret.).When returning from an extended 2020 Lodge closure (per a Saint Louis County Covid directive) we found ‘Air Force’ disturbingly on the ground. Soon it was properly disposed which lead to the Americanism Committee new sign project.
Our Mission
To instill the principles of Charity, Justice, Brotherly Love and Fidelity; to recognize a belief in God; to promote the welfare and enhance the happiness of its Members; to enhance the spirit of American patriotism; to cultivate good fellowship; to perpetuate itself as a fraternal organization, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the United States of America will serve the people and communities through benevolent programs, demonstrating that Elks Care and Elks Share.
