PDP Jean Mahoney
It is with deep sadness that I inform you of the passing of our dearly beloved Jean Mahoney. Jean was under hospice care and went peacefully in her sleep at about 3:50 PM on Saturday, May 9, 2020 – her 97th Birthday.
As we all know Jean was a Nurse in the US Navy and a proud member of The American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary. Jean was currently a member of Lake Worth 47 and the Elegant Eleventh District. We were honored to have had her serve as Florida’s Department President in 1972-1973 and as Southern Division National Vice-President in 1985-1986.
Jean had a great mind and a wealth of knowledge of our organization as well as Parliamentary Procedure. She has been a teacher and mentor to most of the Department leadership since before she served as Department President. Her life has been one of service and all of us who knew Jean well will deeply feel her loss.
Jean is survived by three children, Cathi Mahoney, James Mahoney and Pam Banks as well as a brother and several grandchildren, great grandchildren and many other devoted relatives. Condolences to the family can be sent to:
Cathi Mahoney – 12191 144th Place North, Palm Beach Gardens, Fl 33418
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date when we are out of the “safe at home” situation we currently find ourselves in. Details will be sent at that time.
Department Convention and Unit Voting
Due to Covid 19 virus the Department Executive Committee has voted to cancel Department Convention and hold our Department Officers in place until Department Convention 20201. Below is a letter from the Department President, Ann King-Smith in reference to the Convention and Unit Voting.
Department Convention Unit Letter
National Awards
National has made changes to some of the award dates making them a two year award. Below is the spreadsheet with all the information
Department President Homecoming
Due to the Covid 19 virus the Department President, Ann King-Smith, has postponed her homecoming.
Message from Department NEC Michele DeGennaro
In these uncertain times we want to keep our members as informed as possible! We will be posting our update from National as they are received! Click here for letter from National
Click here for Girls Nation Update Florida Girls State has changed the dates to July 1, 2020 to July 9, 2020.
Thank you for allowing me to serve as your NEC! Stay safe and healthy
Michele DeGennaro
VA Hospitals & Nursing Homes
At this time the VA Hospitals and nursing homes are asking that visitors limit their access the the facilities. Some of the hospitals are not allowing visitors at all at this time. They are also asking if you have items you want to donate to hold on to them at this time. They will be assessing the situation and will keep us update.
National Poppy Day
On May 24, pay tribute to fallen warriors and today’s military and veterans by proudly wearing a poppy
The American Legion Family will commemorate the third annual National Poppy Day® – held the Friday before Memorial Day – this Friday, May 24.
We’ve come a long way since The American Legion Family adopted the poppy as its memorial flower in the early 1920s. Since then, the blood-red icon has become an enduring symbol of honor for the sacrifices of our veterans from the battlefields of Europe in World War I to today’s global war on terror. In 2016, both The American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary passed resolutions in support of declaring the Friday before Memorial Day as National Poppy Day. The American Legion Auxiliary raises nearly $4 million each year distributing poppies throughout the nation, with 100 percent of the funds raised going directly to help veterans, active-duty military, and their families.
With YOUR help, support of National Poppy Day can grow even stronger! Donate to your local ALA unit when you see members distributing poppies in your community, contact your local media and share with them the significance of the poppy and National Poppy Day, or simply wear a poppy in remembrance of those who fought and died for our freedom and those still protecting it today. However you decide to honor our veterans and military, your participation is critical to ensure National Poppy Day is a success this year and every year.
Posting poppy activities on social media? Be sure to tag each post and photo using #PoppyDay and #LegionFamily! Your posts may be featured in national ALA media.
Learn more about National Poppy Day and discover ways to get involved here.
Abenity Benefits
Have you signed up for the Abenity discounts, an Auxiliary member perk?
If you haven’t, you are missing out! We strongly urge you to sign up today. Save money on travel, entertainment, shopping and more. Some of our members even found discounts for LEGOLAND here in Florida.
Abenity Discount Program – Discounts include but are not limited to:
- Amusement Parks
- Hotels
- Movie Tickets
- Restaurants
- Car Rentals
- Concert Tickets
- Retail Stores
For more information visit www.ALAforVeterans.org, Members Only*, and Member Benefits Tab *ALA members must have a login and password for the members’ only section of the national website to access member benefits information.