Our History
The VFW traces its roots back to 1899 when veterans of the Spanish-American War (1898) and the Philippine Insurrection (1899-1902) founded local organizations to secure rights and benefits for their service: Many arrived home wounded or sick. There was no medical care or veterans’ pension for them, and they were left to care for themselves.
In their misery, some of these veterans banded together and formed organizations with what would become known as the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States. After chapters were formed in Ohio, Colorado and Pennsylvania, the movement quickly gained momentum. By 1915, membership grew to 5,000; by 1936, membership was almost 200,000.
Since then, the VFW’s voice had been instrumental in establishing the Veterans Administration, creating a GI bill for the 20th century, the development of the national cemetery system and the fight for compensation for Vietnam vets exposed to Agent Orange and for veterans diagnosed with Gulf War Syndrome. In 2008, VFW won a long-fought victory with the passing of a GI Bill for the 21st Century, giving expanded educational benefits to America’s active-duty service members, and members of the Guard and Reserves, fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan.
In 2001, VFW unveiled its tribute to service and country with its dedication of Centennial Plaza.
Annually, VFW members and its Auxiliary contribute more than 13 million hours of volunteerism in the community, including participation in Make A Difference Day and National Volunteer Week. From providing $2.5 million in college scholarships to high school students every year to encouraging elevation of the Veterans Administration to the president’s cabinet, the VFW is there.
Besides helping fund the creation of the Vietnam, Korean War, World War II and Women in Military Service memorials, the VFW in 2005 became the first veterans’ organization to contribute to building the new Disabled Veterans for Life Memorial, which is being constructed in Washington, D.C., and is expected to open in 2010.
The VFW also has fought for improving VA medical centers services for women veterans.
National VFW Mission
We Know What’s Important
Our Mission:
To foster camaraderie among United States veterans of overseas conflicts. To serve our veterans, the military, and our communities. To advocate on behalf of all veterans.
Our Vision:
Ensure that veterans are respected for their service, always receive their earned entitlements, and are recognized for the sacrifices they and their loved ones have made on behalf of this great country.
Our Core Values:
• Always put the interests of our members first
• Treat donors as partners in our cause
• Promote patriotism
• Honor military service
• Ensure the care of veterans and their families
• Serve our communities
• Promote a positive image of the VFW
• Respect the diversity of veteran opinion
Post #67 Officers
2021/22 – VFW Lt. Lansdale Post 67
Joseph Paez – Commander
Marko J Gugurich Sr. – Sr. Vice Commander
Phil Rios – Jr. Vice Commander
Elmo Baily – Quartermaster
Leroy Adams – Chaplain
Richard Melendez – Judge Advocate
Michael Andrade – Surgeon
Zenzi Moore – Trustee 1 Year
Vacant- Trustee 2 Year
David Tool – Trustee 3 Year
Norma Christensen – Adjutant
Vacant – Service Officer
Post #67 Meetings
3rd Thurs. 6PM – Post 67 Building & Housing Committee
4th Thurs. 7PM – Post 67 Membership
Auxiliary
Ethel Lansdale Post 67
2021/2022
Sandy Rowe – President
Rosie Gayton – Sr. Vice President
Lorraine Miller – Jr. Vice President
Chris Henry – Treasurer
Sharon Tool – Chaplain
Joann Chavez – Conductress
Cathy Sublett – Guard
Gloria Tarin-Gamino – Trustee #1
Sharon Tool – Trustee #2
TBD – Trustee #3
TBD – Secretary
Sharon Tool – Patriotic Instructor
