THE VOICE OF 2429 (Founded December 1925)

PUBLISHED MONTHLY

IN THE INTERESTS OF

ST. ANNE’S COUNCIL No. 2429,

Knights of Columbus 28th N.Y. District

263-15 UNION TURNPIKE GLEN OAKS, N.Y. 11004

(718) 343-2630

COUNCIL MEETS SECOND AND FOURTH

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Vol. XCVI May 2019 No. 1718

Grand Knight’s Message Brothers and Friends of St. Anne’s,

It is with deep sorrow that I inform you of the passing of Dennis Ruiz PGK. He hadn't been in the best of health but he was always doing something around the council, whether it was coming up with ideas for the council to raise funds or a million other little things that went unnoticed. Or going to Clearview Golf Course to shoot a round. He will be sorely missed.  RIP my friend.



April was a quiet month at the council. Karaoke for the Cure was a great success thanks to Charlie and Cecilia Vaicels and their daughter Lauren. Great food. Great auction. And a big thank you to AJ Sonnick for the sounds and all the brave ones who joined in the singing. As for the Annual Easter Egg Hunt, although the weather did not cooperate and the event was lightly attended, the Easter Bunny had the kids and adults “hopping and bopping” throughout the hall. Thanks to all who helped from start to finish.



On Friday, May 3rd we celebrate Cinco De Mayo at the council. See the flyers on page four and five for details. Don't forget May 12th is Mother’s Day when we take a moment to enjoy the special women in our lives. Join us on Monday May 27th as we march in the Memorial Day Parade in Douglaston. More details to follow in an email. And finally, save a life by donating at our Annual Blood Drive (flyer on page eight) on Wednesday June 27th at the council from 3pm-9pm. 

Vivat Jesus!John Kolb, Grand Knight

J. M. J.

ENJOY A SAFE AND HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY!!!

For Hall Rentals Call Stan Gajewski PGK

516-659-2753

BLOOD DRIVE Save the date for the Annual Blood Drive in Memory of Julien Collot and Stephen P. Botten to be held at St. Anne’s Council on Wednesday June 26th, 2019. See flyer on page eight.

St. Anne’s Council Mass at St. Gregory the Great

On Sunday, May 5th members of St. Anne’s Council will be attending the 11:00am Mass at St. Gregory the Great Church as a unified group. Following the Mass, we shall be spreading the word concerning the good works of the Knights of Columbus and there will be hospitality as well.

ANNUAL FISHING TRIP Set sail with Captain Ron Funck and his mates aboard the Captain Lou Fleet for our Annual Fishing Trip on Saturday, June 8th. Sign up sheet is in the Pinta Lounge. For more details see the flyer on page seven.

FOOD PANTRY Sister Kathy from Our Lady of Lourdes Food Pantry is in need of the following items: Coffee, Tea, Pudding, Jell-o, Cookies, Crackers, Canned Meats and Instant Mashed Potatoes. Help us fill the hampers at the council before during the winter months. Don’t come empty-handed. Bring a bag of foodstuff…“You Got It! We Want It!! They Need It!” Pantry at Our Lady of Lourdes Church.

The Digital Age As you may know, there is only an electronic version of The Voice of 2429. If you have access to a computer and an email address you can send that information to kofc2429@verizon.net and start receiving The Voice instantly. You can also access the St. Anne’s website at www.kofc2429.org.

The Voice of 2429 Editor……………………………Stephen M. Evers PGK Email……………………….….…kofc2429@verizon.net

May/June 2019 CALENDAR OF EVENTS May 03………..……….……………………………..Cinco de Mayo Celebration May 05….………………Council Mass at St. Gregory the Great - 11:00amMay 09..…….……..……..……….……Council Meeting - Rosary at 8:30pmMay 12……………………………………….……………………………Mother’s Day May 19……….………………………………….……………..…Armed Forces Day May 19………..…………….……………Council Meeting - Rosary at 8:30pm May 27…………..…Memorial Day…Lest We Forget. March in the ParadeMay 30……..……………………………………………..…Feast of the Ascension Jun 08……………………………………………………………Annual Fishing Trip Jun 13…………….………Council Meeting - Rosary at 8:30pm…Elections June 14……………………………………….…………………………………Flag Day June 17……………………………………….……………………………Father’s Day Jun 26……..Blood Drive in Memory of Julien Collot and Steve Botten Jun 27………..………………………………..…………………..Old Timers’ Night

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Published with permission of the Supreme Council, New Haven CT Note: All matter for publication must be in the hands of the Editor no later than 2nd Thursday of the month.. In case of illness or death notify immediately Financial Secretary, Fred Forgione, 87-52 251st Street, Bellerose, NY 11426, 631-449-2212 or Grand Knight, John Kolb, 241-29 85th Avenue, Bellerose, NY 11426, 347-426-78726.

FINANCIAL SECRETARY: NOTICE TO MEMBERS Your dues of $40.00 to the Council for the year 2019 are due

between January 1st and March 31st, 2019.  At this point, approximately 35 members owe us one, two or three years of past due dues.  In order to maintain your status as a paid up member, please keep your dues current. I will be sending a First Notice shortly, which will give you the amount you owe to stay in Good Standing.

Please save us the time and money by paying dues in a timely fashion. Checks should be made payable to St. Anne’s Council and mailed to Bro. Fred Forgione, Financial Secretary, at 87-52 251st Street, Bellerose, NY, 11426. PLEASE DO NOT SEND CASH.

Honorary Life Members pay no dues. They are members 70 years of age and have 25 years of uninterrupted service. Honorary members are members 65 years of age and have 25 years of consecutive service. They pay dues of $15.00 per year. Thank you.

Fred Forgione, FS 631-449-2212

Sick and Relief Committee If you know of any person sick or in distress, please contact Stanley Gajewski PGK @ 516-659-2753, or John Kolb GK @ 347-426-7726.

SAY A PRAYER SICK

Robert Nealon PGE Peter Varol PGKDECEASED

Dennis Ruiz PGKAll Those Suffering the Effects of Cancer.

All Our Troops in Harm’s Way. All Special Intentions asked for at council meetings.

Council Directory Chaplain ………………………………………………..Rev. Szymon Galazyn Grand Knight …………………………………….…………………..John Kolb Deputy Grand Knight………………………….…….……Angelo Sedacca Chancellor …………………………..…………….……………Charles VaicelsWarden ………………………………………………………………..Ron Funck Treasurer……………………………………..………………….Gerry Mulligan Financial Secretary ……………………………………….…. Fred Forgione Recorder……………………………..………………………………John Barrett Advocate………………………………………………..……..Richard O'Brien Inside Guard ……………………………………………..Pasquale Buffolino OutsideGuards………………………………………………………Brian Kolb …………………………………………………. . Lecturer ………………………………………………..……..…Charles Vaicels Trustee (3 years)…………………………………Bernard Sorrentino PGK Trustee (2 years) ………………….…………..……Stanley Gajewski PGK Trustee (1 year)…………………….………..……….Charles Leidner PGK House Chairman………………….…………….…Stanley Gajewski PGK K of C Insurance……Vincent Marzella Telephone (718) 317-6932

Delegates to New York State Convention John Kolb GK


Leonard Autera PGK

Alternate Delegates
Peter Varol PGK

Delegates to the Long Island Chapter John Kolb GK Angelo Sedacca DGK Stanley Gajewski PGK Michael Civello PGK Peter Varol PGK John Harly

INSURANCE ARTICLE Life Insurance As a Gift?

The initial reaction for many people when you mention life insurance as a gift is a quick step back and a questioning stare. “How morbid,” they think. While it may seem that way when you first mention it, life insurance is really a thoughtful gift that can be a financial life preserver in tough times.

The problem with life insurance is the general perception. Many think of death instead of the great benefits it provides, and the security that it offers – even while you’re alive. Life insurance should be thought of as a precautionary protective measure for a family unit. The purchase of this product can mean saving your home, sending your children to college, and preserving your spouse’s quality of life in the event of your death.

One of the times you may want to purchase life insurance for someone is when a family has a new baby. It’s a great, low-cost way to set money aside for the future (i.e. college tuition, housing, business start-up, etc.). Of greater importance, it ensures these children will have insurance as adults, in case an illness later in life makes him or her uninsurable.

Newlyweds are also ideal recipients for life insurance. As they join their lives and financial responsibilities, young couples need to make sure that their early investments are fully protected. If something were to happen to one of them, the other may be faced with serious financial hardship. A life insurance policy is an ideal way to ensure their future and protect their assets.

As nontraditional as it may be, life insurance is a wise and caring gift to purchase for many people. Vincent MarzellaPhone:  (718) 317-6932Email:  vincent.marzella@kofc.org

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CALENDAR WINNERS March 2019

Date # Winner’s Name Date # Winner’s Name 03/01/19 795 Jesus Restrepo 03/16/19 596 Michael Coyle 03/02/19 825 Debbie Holmes 03/17/19 762 Maureen Doran 03/03/19 180 Maria D’Ornellas 03/18/19 626 Jerry Dell’Orco 03/04/19 419 Michael Morelli 03/19/19 654 Ann Zampardie 03/05/19 555 Matthew Giunta 03/20/19 132 Richard O’Brien 03/06/19 260 Matt Madtes 03/21/19 278 Abigail Walters 03/07/19 587 Michael Coyle Sr. 03/22/19 151 Robert Vaicels 03/08/19 856 Matt Madtes 03/23/19 155 Larry Efrom 03/09/19 428 Chris Indelicato PGK 03/24/19 516 Paul Minuto 03/10/19 500 Jimmy Beggins 03/25/19 252 Matt Madtes 03/11/19 643 Iris Payne 03/26/19 990 Remo Scarapicchia 03/12/19 528 Stephen Nealon 03/27/19 481 Tom Brogan 03/13/19 005 Tom Feeley 03/28/19 434 Jared Batista 03/14/19 275 Kaitlyn Walters 03/29/19 903 Mohamed Muntez 03/15/19 578 Diane Aheen 03/30/19 160 Nam Knights of America MC

03/31/19 433 Patrick Howley

Here & There Congratulations and thank you to the gentlemen who recently advanced to the Second Degree - Michael Dorney and Dan Mulchahy - and to those members who advanced to the Third Degree of our Order - Thomas Scanlan, Ian Menera and Gregg Kelly. There are additional Third Degree Exemplifications in May and June. Any Brothers wishing to receive full Knighthood please contact our Chancellor, Charlie Vaicels, at (917) 561-8463.

***************************************************************The Nominations Committee has submitted a list of the members who wish to run for office for the 2019-2020 Columbian year. .We shall be conducting interviews on Thursday, April 11th after the meeting. Grand Knight - open; Deputy Grand Knight-Charles Vaicels; Chancellor - Brian Kolb; Warden - Pasquale Buffolino; Treasurer- Gerry Mulligan; Financial Secretary - Fred Forgione (appointed; Recorder - John Barrett; Advocate - Richard O’Brien; Inside Guard - open; Outside Guards - open; Trustees -Bernard Sorrentino PGK (currently 3 year), Stanley Gajewski PGK (currently 2 year) and Charles Leidner PGK (currently 1 year)

*************************************************************** On Sunday, May 5th members of St. Anne’s Council will be attending the 11:00am Mass at St. Gregory the Great Church as a unified group. Following the Mass, we shall be spreading the word concerning the good works of the Knights of Columbus and there will be hospitality as well.

***************************************************************Happy Birthday to the following members born in the month of May:

Jim Amrhein, Daniel Hayes, Ed Huber, J. King and Bob Stiles PGK May 1st; Damian Digioia May 2nd; Louis Iglhaut May 4th; Charles Thompson May 5th; Dan O’Donoghue May 7th; Val Scarapicchia May 10th; Peter Bukewicz May 12th; T. Mulligan May 14th; Sean McGeown May 15th; Vincent Mazza and Roland Morasse May 16th; Robert Hogan May 17th; Daniel Funck, Brian Kelleher and Dominick Pallidino May 19th; Mike Ryan May 21st, Christopher Hughes May 22nd and Hugh Kelso May 22nd; Daniel O’Connor May 24th; Ross Distefano May 25th; Joseph Fitzpatrick May 27th; David Scarapicchia May 31st. Happy Birthday and many, many more.

****************************************************Sister Kathy from Our Lady of Lourdes Food Pantry is in need of the following items: Coffee, Tea, Pudding, Jell-o, Cookies, Crackers, Canned Meats and Instant Mashed Potatoes. Help us fill the hampers at the council before during the winter months. Don’t come empty-handed. Bring a bag of foodstuff…“You Got It! We Want It!! They Need It!” Pantry at Our Lady of Lourdes Church.

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$100 Scratch-Off Tickets

3 Chances $5.00

7 Chances $10.00 Drawing Friday, May 3rd

@ “Cinco de Mayo Party”

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St. Anne’s Council #2429

ANNUAL FISHING TRIP TO FREEPORT

Saturday, June 8th, 2019

7:30 AM – 12:00 PM Join Us For A Morning Of Fishing

Captain Lou Fleet 28a Woodcleft Avenue

Freeport, NY 11520

Beer – Soda - Food Bait & Tackle, Prize for Biggest Fish

Adults - $75 Children - $40

Ticket Information: Ron Funck 917-589-8872

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K of C 2429 Blood Drive

Wednesday, June 26, 2019

3pm ~ 9pm 263-15 Union Tpke, Glen Oaks

Your donation will help to save up to THREE lives. Our community hospitals need your help. Please share this lifesaving gift! Thank you for caring! Eligibility Criteria: • Bring DONOR CARD or ID with signature or photo. • Minimum weight 110 lbs. • Age 16 – 75 (16 year olds must have parental permission. Age 76 and over need doctor’s note) • Eat well (low fat) & drink fluids • No tattoos for past 12 months

For questions concerning medical eligibility call 1-800-688-0900.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact:

John Kolb 718-343-2630

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Annual Easter Egg Hunt April 20th, 2019

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Friday, May 10, 2019 at 7:10 PM

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Why Should You Become A Knight?

For more information or to join please contact your local Knights of Columbus:

St. Anne’s Council #2429 263-15 Union Turnpike

Glen Oaks, New York 11104 (718) 343-2630

Chancellor Anthony Passerella (646) 441-1909

This council proudly supports the parishes of St. Gregory the Great, Our Lady of Snows & Our Lady of Lourdes.

If you are interested in helping those in need, serving your parish, growing in your faith or

having exclusive access to top-rated insurance protection for your family, then the Knights of

Columbus is the organization for you.

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