June 11th was an exciting night for the Grand Marais Lions Club. Three members became Melvin Jones Fellows, (l-r) Gene Erickson, Millie Spry and Al Taenzer. It was a roaring good night of fellowship, good meal and enjoyable music. Photos courtesy of Millie Spry
Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) has named Lions Gene Erickson, Millie Spry and Al Taenzer of Grand Marais Melvin Jones Fellows in recognition of their commitment to serving the world community. Named for the founder of Lions Clubs International, Melvin Jones, the fellowship is one of the Foundation’s highest recognitions, honoring the commitment to humanitarian service.
Erickson, Spry and Taenzer are members of the Grand Marais Lions Club. They recently received a commemorative plaque and lapel pin acknowledging their dedication to the Foundation’s humanitarian goals. As a Melvin Jones Fellow, Erickson, Spry and Taenzer became a part of the growing network of individuals who are committed to improving the quality of life for people locally and in communities around the world.
Lions Clubs International Foundation is the charitable arm of Lions Clubs International. Established in 1968, LCIF is committed to providing humanitarian services to those in need, including providing disaster relief, saving sight, supporting youth and combating disability. There are more than 331,000 Melvin Jones Fellows worldwide.
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