Elks memorial service

Van Wert Lodge 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, held its annual Memorial Service on Sunday, December 7. The service, held each year on the first Sunday in December, is a time for Elks to pause and pay their respects to lodge members who have passed away during the year.   This year the lodge remembered nine members who passed away during the year. Shown are (from the left) Lodge Exalted Ruler Craig Bell, vocalist Laura Leigh, and Pastor Greg Leigh, who delivered the main eulogy. (Elks photo)