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Elks memorial service

Van Wert Lodge 1197, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, held its annual memorial service on Sunday, December 4. This service, held each year on the first Sunday in December, is a time for Elks to pause and pay their respects to those members who have passed away during the year. Shown are (from the left) Lodge Exalted Ruler Keith S. Rydell, vocalist Laura Leigh, and Pastor Greg Leigh, who delivered the main eulogy. (Elks photo)

POSTED: 12/05/11 at 5:20 am. FILED UNDER: News