Minutes of Tinker Chapter #43 of National Sojourners at Tinker AFB Officers Club May 26, 2010.

President Bob Hanna opened the Chapter at 1940 hours declaring the Colors to be in place.  He next called for the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of our Country followed by Brother Carlos Bollman attending the Bible and invoking the Devin Blessing.  Brother Bill Stone gave the Pronouncement followed by Brother Hank Riebel giving the Purpose of National Sojourners.  President Hanna next led the members in the American Creed.

Introductions came next:  PGM Robert T. Shipe and his Lady Betty were first introduced, next was Past Potenate Dale King and his Lady.  Masonic Medal of Honor winner Brother Bill Stone was the last to be introduced.

There were two candidates for initiation, Brother Carmen L Modestino and PP Brother Dale King.  PGM Bob Shipe did the Honors,  followed by Brother Bill Stone gave the Metal lecture.

June being the month for installation of Officers for the Chapter and Hero’s Camp, the following nominees were submitted for election and installtion.  Chapter President, E5 William C. Bradley, 1st Vice TSgt Ken A. Staten,  2nd Vice Maj Benejamin F. Clark,  3rd Vice Mr. Steven P Guerrero,   Secretary CSM David Laukat,   Treasurer PGM Bob Shipe,   Trustee Maj Charles Coker.  

Hero’s Camp Commander MSgt Robert J Hanna,  Chief of Staff E5 William C. Bradley,   Asst Chief of Staff TSgt Ken A. Staten,   Officer of the Day Maj Benejamin F. Clark,   Secretary PGM Bob Shipe,  Treasurer E5 William C. Bradley.

Sunshine Lady Marie Zellner has requested for someone to take her place.  Her plate is full and wishes to take a well deserved rest.  Maxine McNeil has graciously stepped forward to take her place.

The President called on Brother Bollman to attend the Bible and the Chapter was closed at 2040 hours.

David Laukat                                                         Robert Hanna
Secretary                                                              President