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Volume 1
Jan-Feb 2016
Issue IV
New (semi-new) Slate of Officers & Directors for 2016
Mark Parco was re-elected as Club President by acclamation. In fact Mark acclaimed
“never more” upon learning of his fate. Members present were excited that Mark’s reign
will continue, and quickly demanded he hold his annual Christmas Party. More about that
later...........
In a surprise move, Ted Clegg, who claims to have served the
club in 4 different capacities and well over 9 years has decided to
cease his reign as Vice President. At the end of the night and
with not another soul interested in the job, Joe Sprowls was
Mark Parco, Pres. selected as V.P. for 2016. Joe was a three term Secretary and
Three term President. Ted’s service and wisdom will be missed
but we’ll drag him out of mothballs every once in a while just for laughs.
Joe Sprowls, V.P.
Howard Wurster, (pictures on left with
Dominick Filippone) was re-elected Treasurer
and while we were at it elected him Secretary.
Howard (who now wants to be called Alexander
Hamilton) was quoted as saying, “your dues are
now due.” We expected noting less from Howard A.K.A. Howard. His
tight squeezed on our funds and his constant complaining about expenses
has kept us afloat financially. Thanks Howard for your continued service
to the Blue Knights. (At the January 2016 meeting A.K.A. Howard resigned as
Howard Wurster (right)
Secretary and T.J. Joubert was appointed Secretary by acclamation)
All three of the existing Directors were returned to office and we are grateful that they continue to serve. In particular
we want to thank Kurt Gell, who is a founding member of this chapter and has served in many capacities.
Kurt Gell
Bouncing Bob Cuccio
Smiling Tom Jazwa
Health & Welfare Report:
As of the writing of this newsletter we have three members recently hospitalized.
Joe suffered a stroke months ago
and is currently undergoing
rehabilitation locally near
Trinity. Progress is very slow
and the family burden certainly
needs our prayers. I visited Joe
and for certain he recognized me
and as I left he told me to “take
Joe Ferrantelli
care”. It was a very emotional
moment for me, as I have always
felt a close kinship with Joe We were always looking for that third joe so we could
“baptize a jackass.” God Bless Joe and get well.
Chapter VP Joe Sprowls
attended the Southern Regional
Conference (SRC) and is
pictured here with International
President, DJ Alvarez. The
conference was held at Callaway
Gardens in Pine Hill, Georgia.
More than 400 Blue Knights
were in attendance and the
conference set the record for the
greatest attendance. The Spring
conference will be sponsored by an Alabama Chapter
and held in Mobile.
I chatted with Linda (Joe’s wife) on Facebook and made
sure she knew that BKFLAXV was still “with Joe” in
our thoughts and prayers.
Members Kurt Gell and Bernie Cordaro have both
abandoned the two-wheel world for the three-legged
kind, both having purchased the Polaris Slingshot
Vinny Curreri (Pictured right at an
Honor Flight arrival last years) was
seriously injured in a motorcycle
accident in November and
remained hospitalized until just
before Christmas.
Vinny’s
experience was as near-fatal as
you can have and still survive:
several sub-dural hematomas, a
spleenectomy, a lacerated
pancreas, broken ribs - It was
“touch and go” for a while, the
pretty nurses would come in the
room and Vinny would touch
and they would go.
In all seriousness, Vinny was back at our January
meeting and it was great to have him there.
Bernie is looking for a Batman costume (XXL) if
available. Kurt has not said either way if he’s willing to
wear Robin’s outfit but might opt for Captain America.
Club Xmas Party a Great Success
Dominick Filippone was hospitalized during December
but is home and recovering nicely.
With our recent medical problems amongst members a
motion was passed at the December meeting to pay the
annual dues for hospitalized members and create a
permanent reserve fund for such situations in future
years, as might be determined by the Board of Officers
and Directors from time to time.
Once again, for the third year in a row, Club President
Mark Parco and his lovely wife Maddie hosted the club’s
annual Christmas/Chanukah/Kwanza Party at their
home. Mark (our own Man With a Camera - or Bob
Cummings depending upon how old you are) has
furnished us with proof that a good time was had by all.
Plenty of good Spirits and fine Food made the ghosts of
Christmases Past & Present gleeful and in abundance.
Photo’s on the next page of those in attendance are as
caption worthy as any I have ever seen.
Christmas Caption Contest
As simple as it can be: Photos from the Xmas party are captioned below. Have a better caption? Enter it in
the space below or copy the photo and email or give it to the Newsletter publisher for a winning “Caption” to be
announced at the March meeting. Winner to receive $5 worth of 50/50 tickets on the club.
Why is this man so
happy? (See Pic #2)
This is what Ted saw when picture # 1 was taken.
After Ted filled his plate,
Maddie breaks out the crackers.
“I know, do you believe he could eat that much”
The next thing you
know he turns around.
And this is how much food was left when I got here.
“Yeah, I thought that Mrs. Claus outfit was great”
Christmas Caption Contest II
Not one single scrap.
Rin Tin Tin my ass
“OK, rock, paper, scissors!
Alright Tim, you deal.
"I told you he doesn't know how to use that!"
1.
“If you support raising the dues Jerry,
I’ll get you a free annual membership”
Mark’s older brother.
Mark’s other brother
President’s Message: I communicated with Mark via
email and he’s too fatigued to write a message this
month. He did pass along this message from
A.K.A. Howard: Mark , please pass onto members .
If you will not attend the next meeting please mail your
check to Howard Wurster, 8150 Fiesta Street ,
Brooksville Fl 34613 .
Made Payable to Blue Knights Fl XV ...$25.00.
Also, when you hand me cash make sure I know who is
giving it to me , last year people laid money down and
walked away, Thank you , Howard AKA Howard
Our Host & Hostess
Another great party Mark & Maddie and from all
of us at BK-FLA-XV a wonderful New Year and
another great term as our fearless leader.
Now a note to our beloved Treasurer: I know a great many people
who would be grateful if someone “ laid money down and walked
away”, but far be it from me to point any fingers.
Publisher’s Comments: It’s hard to produce a newsletter without any information, material, stories, gripes or
complaints. If you have anything you want in the newsletter drop me an email note at [email protected] or at
[email protected]. Hope to see you all at our next meeting on Tuesday, February 2nd (Ground Hog Day) so stick
your heads up out of wherever they are planted and let us know what the future weather will be like. We want you
there. Joe Sprowls
®
ANNUAL LUNCH RIDE
SUNDAY JANUARY 31, 2016
12 NOON
HIGHLANDS HAMMOCK STATE PARK
5931 Hammock Rd, Sebring FL 33872
FULL LUNCH SONNY’S BBQ MENU
INCLUDES ALL FOOD AND DRINKS
RAFFLES & PRIZES
CHAPTERS ARE INVITED TO BRING SALE ITEMS
RIDE OVER WITH YOUR CHAPTER
JOIN US FOR A GREAT DAY OF FRIENDSHIP AND CAMARADERIE.
ALL BLUE KNIGHT MEMBERS, FAMILY, AND FRIENDS ARE INVITED
$15.00 P.P. INCLUDES ALL FOOD AND DRINKS
FL STATE PARK ENTRY FEE:
MOTORCYCLES: $4 -CARS: $6
THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT IN A RESERVED HALL
TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED BY CONTACTING:
AJ GOODWIN 941-737-5157
[email protected]
CHAPTERS PLEASE SEND CHECKS TO:
(INDICATING MEMBER'S NAMES)
40711 11th ST. E., MYAKKA CITY, FL 34251
CUTOFF DATE: 23rd JANUARY 2015
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT:
PAUL ENGLERT West/ North FL state Rep
[email protected]
PHONE: 941-223-3605
“RIDE WITH PRIDE”
If you plan to attend this event, please contact Ted Clegg at [email protected] immediately,
As this event is a pre-paid event with payment due by January 23rd Ted: 727243-9716
Coming Events......