leader, had other plans.
“What if these men,” Jones asked, “who are successful because of their drive, intelligence and ambition, were to put their talents to work improving their communities?” Thus, at his invitation, delegates from men’s clubs met in Chicago to lay the groundwork for such an organization and on June 7, 1917, Lions Clubs International was born.
Melvin Jones’ personal code was “You can’t get very far until you start doing something for somebody else”
The Barker Lions presented Lion Secretary Matthew Costello with the Melvin Jones Award on June 18. An active Lion for over 40 years, Lion Matt “exemplifies the best
that Lions has to offer,” according to the group.
In presenting the award, incoming Lions President Chris Czeulsta pointed out that Lion Matt is “a man who shares his time and talents with any who need his help. From Meals on Wheels to St. Patrick’s Church to the Hartland Historical Society, many benefit from his efforts.”
This ceremony took place after the installation of officers. Past District Governor Clancy Burkweit installed the following officers: President Chris Czelusta; Vice Presidents Sarah Jenks, Carl Stoloski and Tom Ware; Board of Directors Members John McDonald, Tami Carr, Tim Leising and Dick Weeks, Lion Tamer Art Haris, Tail Twister Lori Brounsheidl, Membership Committee Fred Leuer, Kent Wakefield and Scott Ecker; Secretary Matt Costello; Treasurer Jim Bittner and Past President Fran Costello.
Meeting at 7 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month, each meeting includes dinner and a speaker.
For more information about Barker Lions and its projects, go to www.BarkerLions.org. To become involved in one of their projects, to speak at a meeting or to be a guest at a meeting, call 716-778-7001 or email Roar@BarkerLions.org.
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