This Veterans Day, we honor every man and woman who has proudly worn the uniform and bravely defended our nation while protecting its people from the evils of this world. Every American, no matter where they live or what they do, reaps the benefits of their service. Friday, November 11th … More Veterans Day message from our Post Commander
Veterans Day message from our Post Commander
Passing of Nick Hamburg
Our friend and buddy Nick Hamburg passed away suddenly on September 28th after fighting an infection for the last couple months. Nick was born in Everett on January 31, 1983 and moved with his family to Wenatchee in 2005. Shortly after moving here, I met Nick at a Mike Utley … More Passing of Nick Hamburg
Veteran Cemetery Opportunity
The Wenatchee Valley VFW Post 3617 has received 2 cemetery plots in the Veterans Section of Evergreen Memorial Park, East Wenatchee. The current market value of each plot is approximately $8,000. The cost of transfer of ownership will be approximately $200 per plot. Each plot may be further divided into … More Veteran Cemetery Opportunity
Commander’s Letter – May 2022
APPLE BLOSSOM FESTIVAL Our normally festive Apple Blossom weekend was subject to inclement weather and other issues that saw fewer volunteers than expected to carry the banner of a Washington Fallen Hero. The Post was hosting Nicole and Scot, our Gold Star family from the Spokane Valley, as they traveled … More Commander’s Letter – May 2022
Veteran History in Wenatchee
On the centennial anniversary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars serving veterans here in the Wenatchee Valley, I’d like to share a look back at how our local military and veteran organizations provided a solid foundation on which this valley grew and prospered. Information was gathered from multiple sources including … More Veteran History in Wenatchee
Commander’s Letter – Mar 2022
In keeping with the spirit of St Patrick’s Day throughout the month of March, I greet everyone with a hearty “Mora duit! (Hello).” We have officially entered the month of our 100th anniversary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in the Wenatchee Valley. We have a lot going on in … More Commander’s Letter – Mar 2022
Adapting to the new restrictions
Due to our increased posture for the pandemic and new restrictions statewide, the November post meeting originally scheduled for this Wednesday is canceled. Also, any informal gatherings at the Post are shut down until further notice. The Douglas County Veteran Service Officer, whose office is within our building, will be … More Adapting to the new restrictions
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