O F F I C I A L P U B L I C AT I O N o f T H E A M E R I C A N T U R N E R S
Vol. 67 No.1
January/February/March 2013
TAKE A LOOK
INSIDE
From the President’s Desk...... 2
Greetings from President Bozonelos
District and Society News....... 3
Check out the latest news!
National Committee News...... 7
National Health & Physical Report
National Events.......................12
2013 National Golf Tournament
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2013 National Bowling Tournament
and Live Mouse Racing
Kansas City Turners looks forward to hosting the 2013 national
bowling tournament and chance to meet/talk with everyone. For
Saturday evening’s dinner & entertainment, we will be offering
a $12 BBQ buffet dinner, cocktails and live mouse racing. If you
have never seen a mouse race, it’s a blast. 6 races with 6 mice
each. The 6 previous winners to crown the Champion run the
Championship Race. (Read more on page 9)
ATNY Sandy
We here in New York are doing more than decking our halls right
now; we’re also trying to repair them. Not everyone is familiar
with ATNY, so for those of you who don’t know, we are a beautiful
waterfront club in the Bronx. (Read more on page 7)
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OFFICERS OF THE
AMERICAN TURNERS
President................................Thomas R. Bozonelos
1st Vice President........................... Carole Brennan
2nd Vice President...............................David Liptak
Secretary/Treasurer...................... Shirley Luckhart
Bowling Chair.......................................Terry Bodine
Cultural Chair.........................................Sue Knisley
NHPEC Chair..........................Michelle Lesperance
Past President............................... William Severens
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FROM THE
PRESIDENT’S DESK
Greetings Turners!
It’s hard to believe yet another year has passed. Reflecting
back for a moment in 2012, many goals were achieved. All of
the National documents such as the Informational Brochure,
Festival RuleBook and the Cultural “RedBook” including our
By-Laws, previously referred to as “Principles & Statutes”,
were reviewed and re-written in modern day language. These
will soon be available on our web-site and distributed to each
Society and District.
We’ve opened some new doors through the establishment
of a Youth Membership and a Youth Travel Fund. For those Societies that would like
to host a National Competition but are unable to do so lacking the financial means to
get the ball rolling, are now able to seek some financial assistance from the National
funds. The Executive Officers and National Council Members are committed in
providing the ways and means to perpetuate Turnerism. But we can’t do it alone.
Every Turner member is key to the success of our future.
I mentioned in my previous message that we must re-invent ourselves. And that
we must start “now”. You may ask “How are we to do this?” What do we do first?”
Well, we can all start by communicating with other Turners; whether inside your own
Society or District, start sharing what Turnerism means to you with other Turners.
For example, a ‘walking program’ was recently started by a senior member of my
home Society, Aurora Turners. Three times a week, six ‘Turners’ meet to walk around
our gymnasium. And believe it or not, these Turners had never met one another prior
to this activity. It took a little initiative and the will to coordinate this activity; with
no startup costs and very little expense. Now this may not sound like much, but it’s
some place to start.
Make a commitment to gather, participate in some lite physical exercise or social
activity. And do this regularly. Remember, Turners are an extension of our own family.
And, a family that plays together, stays together. Give it a try. What do you have to
lose?
Your 2nd Vice President, Dave Liptak, has coordinated on-going conference calls
with Society Presidents. This was started late in 2012 with positive feedback. Every
other month this year, conference calls will be made to share in successes, failures
and to brainstorm on how to make our organization stronger. The intent is to create a
bond between one another as Turners that will stand the test of time.
Thanks to your 1st Vice President, Carole Brennan, the National Council has
adopted a new Mission Statement. It simply states: “American Turners, Inc. furthers
the original principles of a Sound Mind in a Sound Body within the network of
individual U.S. Societies by promoting and facilitating Turnerism through education,
advertising, assistance and example.”
We also have adopted a new Vision Statement: “The American Turners vision
is to provide a conduit for growth in areas of physical education as well as technical
and technological advances for continued success. American Turners will guide by
example and lead with compassion.” It is the responsibility of every Turner to believe
in our vision and to carry out our mission.
Our motto of a Sound Mind in a Sound Body has remained steadfast although
will continue to be tested. Turners, draw strength from the courage of those that have
preceded us. And may our deep belief in this cause and the actions of each of us be
the very catalyst that perpetuates Turnerism now and into the future.
Sincerely & Respectfully,
Thomas R Bozonelos
National President - American Turners
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DISTRICT and
SOCIETY NEWS
Akron Turners
June Ewing of Akron Turners, built a model of the original 1800’s Akron
Turnverein by using a couple of old pictures of the building and memories
from June, Ruth Vera and William Severns probably the only remaining
members who grew up at the grand old building that was demolished in
1975.
Her intent is to preserve for future Turners, the interior rooms and what
they were used for. The project was started in January 2012 from a rough
drawing on a piece of graph paper laying out the various rooms with no
knowledge of scale, drafting or architecture and a lot of trial and error.
The unfinished model was displayed at the National Convention and
is still being worked on. Front steps, lampposts and the Turner Club sign
have been added. Still to come are all of the tables, chairs, pool tables,
kitchen appliances and drapes for the ballroom.
Wouldn’t it be nice if all clubs did this?
Aurora Turners
On Saturday, December 15, 2012 the gymnast from Aurora Turners put on a Holiday show for the public. It was
amazing to see 47 gymnasts of different levels perform a variety of activities on the various gymnastics equipment.
The routines where done to some holiday songs that were familiar such as Joy to the World, All I Want for
Christmas and Santa Claus is Coming to Town. Others where done to songs such as Carol of the Bells, The Star,
Joyful Kings, Santa Claus Christmas Through Your Eyes, Run Run Rudolf and Sleigh Ride.
The various routines where done on bars, chairs, beam, 3-man vault, tumbling and the rest where ribbons and
rhythmic. The show lasted about 45 minutes and was attended by about 150 people.
The girls showed great discipline during the show as not one word was yelled by any coach as to where the
groups had to be. Our head Gymnastics Coach Kim Swann along with Asst. Coach Lori Phillip, coach’s Cara
Smoczynski and Jenny Hoch, Junior coach’s Tiffany Thomas and Mandi Stangle where able to have all girls
well prepared for the show. As President of Aurora Turners I was very proud of the actions of the team and the
performance was absolutely great. Congratulations Team.
Craig Sniezek
President, Aurora Turners
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DISTRICT and
SOCIETY NEWS
Ft. Wayne
Fort Wayne Turner youth have earned letter jackets from their respective high schools in the Fort Wayne area.
In the front row are Danielle Burns who lettered at Snider High School for golf, bowling and academics and Daniel Massucci who lettered at Concordia Lutheran High School for wrestling and academics. He also lettered 4 years.
In the back row are Dylan Wagner who lettered at Northrop High School in cross country and track where he was
also awarded “Most Valuable Runner”, Allison Olinger who lettered at Snider High School for the chess club where she
was undefeated as a senior, and Payton Twitchell who lettered at Leo High School for football where he played DT, and
the team was 2012 ACAC Champions.
Having already graduated from high school, Mary Beth Reed lettered at Carroll High School for gymnastics where
she was sectional champion and regional champion.
Los Angeles Turners
Kinder Weihnachtsfeier – Children’s Christmas Party
The Los Angeles Turners, partnering with area schools, German immersion language schools and German classes
administered by the German-American School Association, played co-host to the annual German-American League’s
Kinder Weihnachtsfeier in early December. Our facility filled with just over 100 little ones- resembling delightful
Hummel figurines. They were entertained by Turner David Markham – magician extraordinaire and various classes
that sang, recited and danced. There were craft tables and face painting.
Santa spoke with children and presented them with a small gift. A massive hoard of burgers was consumed and
several of the 150 or so parents were flush-of-cheek with Glühwein. What a wonderful way to celebrate the season –
children, the Weihnachtsmann, Stille Nacht and O Tannenbaum.
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DISTRICT and
SOCIETY NEWS
Toledo Turners
Hello Everyone. It’s been a long time since I’ve written a Toledo article for the Topics. My apologies. Even though I may
have been lax in my writing, the Turners have still been going strong.
Women’s Auxiliary:
The Auxiliary held its Annual Picnic on July 29th. We had 24 ladies attend, many who only see each other at this
function. The ladies prepared a smorgasbord of goodies Chicken Salad Sandwiches, potluck and dessert. Everyone
enjoyed catching up on news. Thanks to all who helped out with this event. Sadly it will be our last.
Several of our Turner Ladies have passed on in the last year. Our condolences go out to the families and friends of Cleo
Gooding, Scootie Lais, Gene Guether and Emily Wiedeman.
Our hard-working ladies also prepared a fine lunch for the many souls who helped set up for the German-American
Festival on August 19. The workers feasted on Ribs, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, a Squash Medley, Rolls and Dessert.
German-American Festival:
Thanks to all our members who donated of their time to work a shift or two at this year’s fest. I heard it was one of the
best fests yet (I wish I didn’t have to miss it).
Gymnastics:
Our gymnasts had a busy year...starting off in January with their Annual Sock Hop Meet. This is always well-attended
and very well run, thanks to the organizational skills of Deb McGee and her awesome crew. They had 198 participants!
Two of our Boys’ Team members made it to Regionals. They are Nick Thompson and Bryce Cherko. Applause, guys!
Our Gymnasts also participated in several events over the summer. They performed/marched/tumbled their way down
the streets in Whitehouse for the Cherry Fest Parade. They also performed at St. Patrick of Heatherdown’s Festival. Our
level 4 Boys’ Team is competing in the “Y’s For Guys” meet for the first time. Good Luck! Results soon.
Turner Friends:
These gals seem to find time in their busy schedules to still get together for fun times. They’ve gone out to eat at Olive
Garden, Sebastiano’s and even had a cookout at Julie and Ron Tremp’s.
Condolences, Get-Wells and Congratulations:
We lost several dear members in the past year. We offer our condolences to the family and friends of Kathy Hoenig,
Ursula Kretschmer, Barbara Candelore, Jack Anderson, Hans Wandscher and Richard Schmitz.
Get Well wishes go out to several members:
Congratulations are in order for Rita Konecki (birth of her first great-grandchild) and to all of our College and High
School grads.
“Mile High Marathon”:
Sabine Croley received her T-Shirt award for her achievements last year!
In closing, again, my apologies for being out of the loop for so long. Many times I have nothing to report. I promise to
stay in touch!
Toledo Turners oldest Auxiliary member Elsie Greifelt
Toledo Turners Gymnastics
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NATIONAL
COMMITTEE NEWS
National Health & Physical Education Report
I hope all of you had a wonderful Holiday season. But don’t let those cookies, candies and wonderful holiday treats get
the better of you. Keep active to shed any extra pounds you may have picked up. There are plenty of things to do on a
daily basis for a little workout. Use the stairs instead of the elevator, ride a stationary bike, go mall walking, park at the far
end of the parking lot, and don’t forget to drink plenty of water.
River City Turners is going to host an Adult Gymnastic Meet in their newly remodeled gym on June 15, 2013. It is
open to anyone over the age of 18. The meet will be held in honor of Larry Larimore. Plan a little trip to Louisville and join
River City Turners at this fun event. Look for more information in this issue of Turner Topics, or contact Dot Steinlage at:
[email protected].
As mentioned in the previous issue of Turner Topics, we now have a Youth Membership and a Youth Transportation
Fund. The rules for the Transportation Fund are as follows:
• Must be an American Turner Youth Member or a child of a card-carrying member, per National Turner rules.
• Societies must enforce: All members participating must be in good standing with the National Office and Societies
must have submitted and have a current statistical report on file in the National Office.
• Each athletic competition or tournament is individual unto itself, and requests for financial assistance must be
submitted on an individual basis, except National Festivals or Tournaments involving more than one day, will be
considered as a single scheduled event.
• Financial requests must be submitted to the National Office within 60 days from the event. NHPEC will confirm that
the member competed at the Turner National athletic event before any payment will be considered.
• Members within a 50-mile radius of the National event will not receive reimbursement.
• Society President and member’s parent must sign financial assistance form. (Form will be available in the revised
Informational Brochure or from NHPEC Chairperson)
• Parent signature not required for a Youth Member that is between 18 and 21 years old that qualifies as a Youth
Member because their local State laws prohibit him/her from being an adult member.
• 1/3 of the amount collected annually in this fund will be used for transportation to annual Turner National events. This amount is to be divided by the number of competitors who submit a request. Total reimbursement will not
exceed $100 to any competitor for a Turner National event.
• 2/3 of the amount collected annually in this fund will be reserved for Festival transportation. (The maximum payment
per competitor is to be determined, based on the amount of funds available)
• Any amount not used in a year will be rolled into the Festival portion of this fund.
Stay active in Turners and continue living our motto of a Sound Mind in a Sound Body.
Michelle Lesperance, NHPEC Chairperson
River City Turner
We are planning an adult gym meet to be held on Saturday, June 15, 2013 at River City Turners in honor of our late
president Larry Larimore. Our newly remodeled gym would like to host this event that Larry loved and looked forward
to competing in.
We are inviting all adults 18 and over, members and non-members from all societies to come and compete or just
be a spectator. We want to reunite all past and present gymnasts and coaches for a fun and festive gathering. You do
not have to compete but come anyway. This would be a great way to keep in shape and prepare for the next Festival.
For competition you need to pick 3 events from the following: Vaulting - Uneven bars - Parallel Bars - Low Beam High Beam - Floor Ex. - Pommel Horse - High Bar - Rings and Rhythmic Gymnastics: ( Ribbon - Hoop - Clubs - Ball )
note: Gym attire is optional.
For more information and competition rules please contact one of the following:
Dot Steinlage : 502-491-0620 or email: [email protected]
Kim Pangburn: 812-725-6150 or email: [email protected]
Entry forms will be mailed upon request or a form will be in the next Turner Topics.
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ETF Report
As we close out the year 2012 on a sad note, due to news from CT, CO and the many other places in our
nation where individuals were intent on destroying human life, it reaffirms my belief in our American Turner
organization as something very worth having and keeping for something strong and good to rely upon when
these negative events test our mental fiber!
Through all the many generations that the American Turners have perpetuated “A Sound Mind In A Sound
Body” it may have lost some meaning to none-believers but remains just as positive today as it was to those
who believed it in the 1840’s and had the courage to use it as the foundation to build upon for what we now
have available to us in 2013 and beyond!
In 1946 seven Turner men had the foresight to organize and charter the Endowment Trust. Sixty-seven
years later those men are only names in our history and in their place another seven Turners carry on their
work and programs, with a few improvements, to hopefully give all Turners a positive foundation to continue
building upon and something solid to rely upon in time of stress and need.
Take strength in knowing your Endowment Trust remains true to its original purpose and cause and join
with me in the pride that comes from being part of this great organization!
We can only hope for a better world in which we can all enjoy peace, prosperity and good health in 2013
and beyond. That is the wish I send to you on behalf the Trustees and Officers of your Endowment Trust!
Have faith and support your local Turn Verein – we are still building for your future!
Turnerly, Ed Colton, President Endowment Trust
Recent Donations
New England District
In memory of Lucille Bothfeld:
Frank & Janice Braun
John & Ann Litza
In memory of William R. Haar
(69 year mem. Riverside Turners)
Daisy (Haar) Leidy
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2013 Annual Florida Picnic
The Annual Florida Turner Picnic for 2013 has been scheduled for Sunday, April 21, 2013. It will be held at the
Chatham Recreation Center in the Villages, the same location as the past few years. We plan on starting at 10:00
AM, with lunch served at noon, and Bocci Ball to begin at l:00 PM. Please try to have your lunch reservations to
us by April 14, 2013, to:
Joan Wiseman (352) 750-6885 Email: [email protected]
(352) 205-2149 (Cell)
Dale Alles
Email: [email protected]
(352) 753-5823
We hope you are able to join us!!
Local hotels:
Waterfront Inn (800) 528-3132
Holiday Inn (352) 750-3888
Marriot (800) 910-3031
La Hacienda (352) 750-6863
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William Meyer Scholarship
Tiffany C. Sontag
Clinton Turners
I am honored to be awarded the William Meyer Scholarship for the 2012 –
2013 year. Thank you and your committee for generously providing me with
this award. I am a dedicated Turner member who intends to contribute to our
organization for years to come.
Your award will be beneficial in helping me continue to achieve my
academic and personal goals. I am a full time student who is enrolled in
the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Commissioning (AFROTC) program
at the University of New Hampshire. Starting January 14th, I will be doing
an internship at the Center for the Intrepid at Brooks Army Medical Center
in San Antonio, Texas. Here, I will be doing therapeutic rehabilitation and
community integration with our returning soldiers from Afghanistan and
Iraq that have acquired an amputation or severe burn. My goal is to apply
the knowledge and experience from this internship to start up an adaptive
gymnastics program at Clinton Turners; pending on the direction of my
military career upon commissioning.
Thanks to your generous support, I feel that I am one step closer to
achieving this goal. This award is very meaningful not only financially, but emotionally as well. Thank you so much for
helping this full time student, AFROTC cadet, and devoted member to Turners fulfill my dreams.
Tiffany C. Sontag
ATNY Sandy
Dear Fellow Turners,
I hope everyone is having a wonderful Holiday Season right now. We here in New York are doing more than decking
our halls right now; we’re also trying to repair them. Not everyone is familiar with ATNY, so for those of you who don’t
know, we are a beautiful waterfront club in the Bronx. What you also may not know is that we were right in the eye of
Hurricane Sandy when she hit. We’re fortunate to say that nobody was hurt, but our beautiful waterfront property was
not as fortunate. Our gorgeous pier was completely demolished and our entire seawall was demolished due the strength
of that horrific storm. We also loss a significant part of our roof as well as sustained major damage to our windows. Like
all of you, our club is our home away from home and we’re asking for help from fellow Turners to help keep it that way.
Most of the damage will not be covered by insurance and we are doing all we can to raise funds to keep our club afloat
but the repairs will cost thousands. Believe me, I hate asking people for help but we really need it. Anything you can do
to help us here in New York would be greatly appreciated. Every little bit helps and any donations can be made out to:
ATNY
748 Clarence Avenue
Bronx, NY 10465
The following is a mere glimpse of what Sandy left behind...
Thank you for taking
the time to read this.
Sincerely,
Phyllis Provino-Cullen
Executive Board/
ATNY Member
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2013 National Bowling Tournament & Live Mouse Racing
Kansas City Turners
Kansas City Turners looks forward to hosting the 2013 national bowling tournament and chance to meet/talk with
everyone. For Saturday evening’s dinner & entertainment, we will be offering a $12 BBQ buffet dinner, cocktails and
live mouse racing. If you have never seen a mouse race, it’s a blast. 6 races with 6 mice each. The 6 previous winners
to crown the Champion run the Championship Race. Before each race, you get to view the mice in the paddock, then
pick out your winner, make your $2 bets, they are called to the starting gate and shortly after that you hear “and they’re
off”. We just had a mouse race last month. The mouse I sponsored and named “Mouse-shit on the rail” took off like a
cheetah down the 10’ glass track. My odds were 3 ½ to 1 on my $2 bet and I already had my winnings spent. He was
15 lengths ahead when near the finish line he stopped & turned around. I saw my $7 running the wrong way. I also tried
my luck with the mouse roulette wheel. Don’t ask. Even if you don’t bowl, you should come just for the live mouse races.
After several cocktails and sporting your KCT mouse trap necklace, possible wearing a cheese head, mouse ears & tails,
you’re sure to make it on the front page of the Turner Topics in all your splendor. Come enjoy the night here in KC with
your mouse, maybe be the big cash winner while sharing all this with your fellow Turners. It doesn’t get any better than
that. Go to the Mouse-man’s web site www.casinoparties1.com/ mouse racing for a sneak preview.
We also will be running a bus to and from the clubhouse to the hotels from 5:00 till 12:00 pm since no one needs to
donate to the Belton/Cass County Police Christmas Fund.
If you need any additional info or help, please call anyone on the committee list below or Richard Swenson-Building
Manager 816-797-3383.
Dennis Zeller
816-690-7665
[email protected]
Lynn & Paul Fleming
816-738-4918
[email protected]
Susy Lane
“Goin’ To Kansas City, Kansas City Here We Come”
816-366-0334
[email protected]
Jamie Reese
President
816-444-7820
[email protected]
Look forward to seeing everyone and come join the fun. We “are” going to have a good time.
Jamie Reese
Kansas City Turners
2015 National Bowling Tournament Bids
The 2013 National Tournament is to be held in Kansas City and a bid has been received for the 2014 National
Tournament tentatively scheduled to be in Elgin.
We are looking for a Society to host the 2015 Tournament. Your District National Bowling Committee member or the
National Bowling Committee Chairman can answer any questions you may have. For a set of forms to bid on the 2015
Tournament please contact:
Terry BodinePH: 260-341-4385
National Bowling Committee Chairman
Email: [email protected]
12726 Schooner Dr.
Fort Wayne, IN 46845
Bids for the 2015 Tournament must be postmarked by June 1st, 2013.
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OBITUARIES
Chicago NW
Lucille B. Bothfeld
(1915 - 2012)
It is with deep sorrow that we must
announce the passing of a loyal
devoted Turner, Lucille Bothfeld.
Lucille was the third born
of seven children. Raised in the
depression times, all were lucky
to obtain jobs to support the
homestead. Lucille graduated
from Carl Schurz High School on
Chicago’s north side in February
of 1933. She was a graduate with
honors from Northeastern Illinois
University, formerly the Chicago
Teachers College North.
Lucille taught at Brentano
elementary school for 2 ½ years, in
Chicago, then she moved to Bluff
Lake in Antioch, Illinois teaching
fifth grade for five years. In 1969 she
moved back to Chicago and started
teaching fifth grade at Plainfield
school in Des Plaines, Illinois. She
remained there till her retirement in
1980.
In her early years with Turners
she was member of the Forward
Turners in the active ladies class
in 1933. In 1960 she joined the
Chicago Northwest Turners. She
became recording secretary for
the society in 1963 a position she
held for 42 years. She was an active
member of the Glee Club from 1962
until it disbanded in 1985. She
served as secretary for three years
and treasurer for two years. On the
Illinois District she held the offices
of secretary and treasurer for several
different years.
She participated in the following
Turnfest’s in 1936 in Cleveland,
1971 in Milwaukee, 1979 in Moline,
1983 in Indianapolis and 2003 in
Aurora. She was bumbler at the
Stuttgart International Fest in
Germany in 1973 and participated
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in the International Fest in Hanover
in 1978. She served as second
Turnwart for one year and 1st
Turnwart for two years.
Lucille was a familiar face
at many District and National
conventions as a delegate,
convention secretary or committee
secretary. It did not matter what
task she performed she did it with
her whole heart and with total
involvement.
When North West Turners turned
to having Bingo to supplement
their finances, Lucille was there, as
Co-Chairman of Bingo. She did the
set-up for the kitchen, shopping for
the kitchen, cooking for the bingos,
setting-up the entry packs for Bingo
and did the financial books for the
bingo.
There was a Memorial
Celebration for Lucille at Illinois
Turner Camp on Sunday, September
16.
Wherever you are today, Lucille,
whatever journeys you have taken,
say “Hello” to all our past Turners
you may meet along the way.
Ft. Wayne
Turners
Val Miller
(1943 - 2012)
44-year member of
Ft. Wayne Turners
One of Fort
Wayne Turner’s
finest members passed away on
September 3, 2012. Valerie Miller
died peacefully at home after a
courageous battle with cancer. Born
June 18, 1943, in Niles, Mich., she
was a daughter of the late William
Joseph Callahan who lost his life
serving our country in World War
II and the late Patricia Mae Peters.
After her mother remarried, the late
James R. George raised her.
She was a 1961 graduate of South
Side High School and a1964 nursing
graduate of Lutheran School. She
began her nursing career with
Dr. Kermit Perrin and then with
Dr. Richard Connelly. Later, she
managed Medical Dental Home
Health Care on Lake Avenue for
over 25 years. She enjoyed sewing
clothes for Barbie and American
Doll with her mother to the delight
of many little girls. She was a
volunteer for 10 years at the Fort
Wayne Embassy Theatre, and since
1968, she and her husband, Larry,
have been members of Fort Wayne
Turners.
She participated in almost every
Turner national bowling tournament
since being a member, watched and
cheered many softball games and
tournaments. In 1994, she received
the ‘Vorwarts Award’ which is the
highest distinction for a Fort Wayne
Turner member. In 2000, she had
the honor of being the first female
president of Fort Wayne Turners.
She volunteered countless hours
organizing the annual Turner garage
sale, working at Germanfest selling
tickets or counting money, riding
her bike to collect money for Johnny
Appleseed parking, and organizing
campers, food and events for the
Wing Dings, to name a few.
If any of her Turner friends needed
assistance, she was there for them,
whether it be organizing benefits
or estate sales. She also was the
historian for Fort Wayne. She and
Larry would find many antique
Fort Wayne Turner items to other
American Turner items such as
stamps or artwork. She spent many
years bowling with her husband,
family and friends. In 2011, she
and her daughter, Joleen were
Fort Wayne Women’s City Bowling
Champions in team and doubles
events.
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Most of all, Valerie enjoyed
spending time with her family and
grandchildren. Whether it was a trip
to New York City, Gatlinburg or the
Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo, Valerie
and Larry enjoyed every moment.
She is survived by her husband of
almost 48 years, Larry R.; daughter,
Joleen E. (Brian) Gottwald; son,
Jason E. (Vanessa) Miller; and six
beautiful grandchildren, Nathan
and Aaron Burns, Ty and Torie
Miller, and Zach and Nick Gottwald;
sisters, Linda (Jack) Christen
of Maryville, Tenn., Patty (Jim)
Wolfcale of Columbia City, Ind. and
Jean (Dave) Fry of Fort Wayne, In.;
brother-in-law, Dave Miller; and her
nieces and nephews. A Celebration
of Life and memorial dinner was
given at Fort Wayne Turners with
the gym being full to capacity. She
and Larry would find many antique
Fort Wayne and other American
Turner items such as stamps or
artwork. She will be missed greatly.
Submitted in loving memory by
Val’s family.
Toledo
Hans Wandscher
(1935 - 2012)
Hans Georg Gustav Wandscher, age 77, passed away on
Monday, August 27, 2012. He was born April 22, 1935
in Oldenburg, Germany. Hans held many offices at the
Turners, including President, Entertainment Chair, Editor,
Recording Secretary, Phys. Ed. Chair, District Officer and
Baerstein President. He was an active participant in Fishing, Folk Dancing,
Table Tennis, Gymnastics, Bowling, Turtle Hunting (where he was known
as the “Big Kahuna”), Camping, Volleyball, and many Turnfests. Hans was
named Prinz of Mardi Gras in 1969 with his Prinzessin Geri Yeager.
Hans started his love of the Turners with Turnverein “Glueck Auf” in his
hometown in Germany, where he was also an active member, participating
in Tischtennis, Theater, Camping, Gymnastics and Folk Dancing.
Hans was one of many Turners who helped with the original building
projects at Oak Shade Grove, putting in many hours building the GAF
Hall and helping to plant new trees in the tree nursery in 1993 with his
grandchildren. Hans gave many years as Program Book Distribution Chair,
helping the German Clubs of local high schools raise funds. He gave many
worker hours to the Fest as well.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Regina, along with their children
Sabine Gacek Croley, Susanne (Andy) McCray and Dieter (Marischa)
Wandscher, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, also his siblings
Ingeborg Mueller, Liselotte Wandscher and Herbert Wandscher, along with
many nieces and nephews.
Hans was an avid supporter of our Turner Phys. Ed. program and was
recognized by many of the children. He will be greatly missed.
In closing, I would like to offer a personal thanks for all the kindnesses
bestowed on our family. Thank you all for your love of this great man.
-Sabine Croley (I’ll get my polka in heaven)
American Turners Junior National
Bowling Tournament- 2013
No Traveling – Bowl at your society between February 15th and March 15th
Youth bowl (3) games and Bumper bowlers, 8 and under, bowl (2) games.
No entry fees – Send scores to National Junior Bowling Director by April 1st.
All Trophies are provided by the Endowment Trust Fund.
For a complete set of rules and entry/report forms contact:
Mike Hohman
National Junior Bowling Director
8313 Quincy Ct
Fort Wayne, IN 46835
(260) 485-5399 or (260) 414-8826 cell
Email: [email protected]
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American Turners 49th Annual 2013 National Golf Tournament -­‐ July 10, 11 & 12 Hosted by Rochester Turners The 2013 National Golf Tournament will be held July 10, 11 and 12 in Rochester, Pa. Rochester Turners has hosted this event in the past and we are looking forward to seeing old friends and new friends at this year’s tournament. The Golf Tournament will be played at the Blackhawk Golf Course which has 36 holes so everyone will be at the same location for play in the tournament. The course will be offering a buffet breakfast for the golfers on the 10, 11 and 12 in the clubhouse. Please call Blackhawk Golf Course at 724-­‐843-­‐2542 and mention Turners National Golf Tournament. The event will once again be $150 for Men, Senior Men and Women and $90 for Super Senior Men and Senior Women. Registration will be at Rochester Turners in the gym on Tuesday evening, July 9th, from 5:00pm-­‐
7:00pm. Make check payable to: Turners National Golf Mail to: Jim Haller 1000 Collins Ave Baden, Pa. 15005 LODGING There are three hotels where we have blocked rooms from July 8-­‐12. The rooms will be held in the blocks till June 1, 2013. Holiday Inn Hampton Inn Holiday Inn Express 7195 Eastwood Dr 202 Fairview Dr. 105 Stone Quarry Road Beaver Falls, Pa. 15010 Monaca, Pa. 15061 Monaca, Pa. 15061 724-­‐846-­‐3700 724-­‐774-­‐5580 724-­‐728-­‐5121 $109 per night $111 per night $74 per Night 75 Rooms 15 Rooms 15 Rooms 12
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American Turners 49th Annual
National Golf Tournament Entry Form
Must be submitted by June 1, 2013
Dates:
July 10, 11 and 12
Fees:
$150.00 (18 holes daily) for Men, Women and Senior Men
$90.00 (9 holes daily) for Senior Women and Super Senior Men
Makes check or Money Order payable to: Turners National Golf
Send Form with Payment to: Jim Haller, 1000 Collins Ave, Baden, Pa. 15005
Entry Regulations:
1.
I hereby enter the names in events indicated and agree to abide by the rules and
regulations of the American Turners and the U.S.G.A. Violations will result in
the loss of prizes and awards.
2.
Only National Turner Members in good standing the National American Turners,
local districts and societies are permitted to participate in this tournament. At
Large members may participate in the tournament however their scores cannot be
used for a society’s score in a team event.
3.
Participants must be members of a society of the American Turners at least three
months prior to the tournament. Membership card must be available for
presentation at registration.
4.
Societies who do not permit members until age 21 are permitted to enter golf
member(s) from age 18 by certification of the Present of the society. The entry
must state the age of the golfer(s) under this provision.
5.
Any applications received after the deadline of June 1, 2013 may be accepted by
the host society only if there is space available and the application is accompanied
by an additional $10.00 processing fee. All applications sent to the host society
must be filled out completely and the full entry fee accompanying the application.
Full Name, Address, Phone and E-Mail
Society Name
Turner Card
No.
Avg. Score for
18 Holes
Division M, W. SrM,
SSM, SrW
Division Information:
M = Men; W = Women; SrM = Senior Men (55+); SSM = Super Senior Men (65+); SrW = Senior Women (55+)
Any Questions or Concerns:
Jim Haller
724-630-9718
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POSTAGE PAID
AT
LOUISVILLE, KY
American Turners National Office
P.O. Box 4216
1127 E. Kentucky Street
Louisville, KY 40204
April/May/June 2013 Issue
All copy to Craig Sniezek by March 15
All copy to printer by March 20
Page proofs to Turners by March 25
Mailing list by April 1
Postage in account by April 5
Topics in the mail by April 10
Email Turner Topics info. to [email protected]
THIS IS YOUR COPY OF
THE JANUARY/FEBRUARY/MARCH
AMERICAN TURNER TOPICS
NATIONAL CALENDAR
2013 Events
National Bowling-Kansas City
April 20-21, 27-28 and May 4-5
National Golf- Rochester
July 10-11-12
National Council Meeting
Riverside Turners- September/October
It now costs 50 cents to get a change of address
correction from the Post Office. Save your
organization money by reporting your change
of address promptly.
Society__________________________________________________Year Joined_____________________________________
Change Of Address Form For American Turner Topics P.O. Box 4216, Louisville, Ky 40204
Member Name___________________________________________________________________________________________
Email Address___________________________________________________________________________________________
New Street Address______________________________________________________Apt. No._________________________
City______________________________________________________State_______________Zip________________________
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