Meet Our Officers
Exalted Ruler - Gloria Steck
"I am a very proud Elk because of what we stand for, because of what we do, because we are caring people, because we love our country and all the people that stand up for it."
Leading Knight -
Michelle VanLerberghe
"Volunteering and contributing to the community have always been significant aspects of my life. I take pride in being an Elk!"
Loyal Knight - Ilene Knebel
" I am proud that our Elks Lodge provides a safe space for Scouts to meet and give them many community service opportunities. We create lasting bonds between the generations."
Lecturing Knight - Deidre Welborn
"I am proud to be an Elk because, as a Girl Scout, I believe in making the world a better place. Elks embody this commitment every day in our community."
Chaplain - Alan White
"I became an Elk to help veterans and underprivileged children."
Tiler - Dee Derrett
"I appreciated the kindness of the people at the Elks lodge from the moment my friend introduced me to it. After becoming an American citizen, I had the opportunity to join. It's fulfilling to contribute to the support of our veterans and underprivileged children."
Inner Guard - Amber Spence
"I became an Elk to provide a better world for the next generation, through scholarships, service and community."
Secretary - Irma Santiago
"Proud to be an Elk, we honor the servicemen and women who valiantly fought for our freedom with dignity and respect."
Treasurer- Elizabeth Beers
"My father, son, and five brothers have all served in the military. The Elks provide significant support to veterans, which is why I chose to become an Elk."
Esquire
Trustee - Phil Brock
Trustee/ Chairman of the Board -
Frank Frazier
"I've been associated with the Elks from the age of 14, initially keeping score for their bowling league. After serving in Vietnam, I returned and resumed scoring. At 20 and a half, I officially joined as a member and have now been part of the organization for 50 years."
Trustee - Audrey O'Donnell
"A friend of mine invited my husband and me to join, mentioning their significant support for veterans. My father served in the Navy during WWII. We were already active at the VA, and after meeting everyone at the Elks, we said yes!"
Trustee - Gloria Halfacre
I became an Elk, because one, I was asked to join, two, I liked the community service and scholarship programs. I now head up the scholarship program for the Lodge and love working with our youth."
Trustee - Kevin Steck
"Joining the Elks stems from my desire to engage in community service,social fellowship and support of charitable causes. I was drawn to the Elk's commitment to helping Veterans, youth and local communities. The Elk's benevolance, patriotism and social welfare alingn with my values and experiences"