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Lion of the
Quarter
Jerry Nilsson Weiskott
Jul - Sep 2024
Sara Bush
Oct - Dec 2024
Jan - Mar 2025
Apr - Jun 2025
Pat
O'dea-Rosen
Pat O'Dea-Rosen embodies multifaceted service through youth scholarship coordination, vision screening,
TLC Workday participation, and board contributions. Her dedication to scholarships and youth contests
nurtures the next generation of community leaders, while her balanced engagement across core service areas
makes her an indispensable cornerstone of the organization. Pat's commitment to developing the scholarship
committee's rubric ensures fairness in evaluating students' accomplishments while encouraging academic
excellence. Her additional work on scoresheet development and coordination with high school seniors and
fellow committee members demonstrates her methodical approach to youth recognition programs that inspire
both recipients and underclassmen.
Ted Rosen
Ted Rosen demonstrates remarkable dedication through service spanning humanitarian and environmental
initiatives. His significant TLC Workday contribution shows his commitment to improving facilities for
children with special needs. Ted's consistent participation in hunger programs, vision screening, blood drives,
and Road Warriors reveals his comprehensive approach to addressing community needs holistically. His
engagement in special events and regular presence at membership meetings embodies the Lions' motto, "We
Serve," across multiple dimensions. Ted's willingness to travel with others to service sites demonstrates his
commitment to maximizing the club's collective impact through collaborative approaches.
Pat Evans
Pat Evans exhibits exceptional leadership by coordinating functions that sustain club operations and
community presence. Her dedication to Meals and Special Events, consistently serving hungry Lions at multiple
gatherings, creates a fellowship environment that energizes members for service. Pat's balanced approach
between administrative fundraising, hunger initiatives, and membership participation demonstrates her
recognition that sustainable service requires attention to both internal club health and external community
needs. As meals coordinator, she transforms the practical necessity of nourishment into opportunities for
connection and renewal, ensuring Lions are physically and emotionally equipped for their demanding service
roles while managing the logistics of food preparation efficiently.
Jeff Koble
Jeff Koble demonstrates reliability and versatility through fundraising efforts and direct community impact. His
contributions to administrative fundraising and the Chili Feast highlight his understanding of the relationship
between financial resources and service capacity. Jeff's engagement through Road Warriors and Person in Need
initiatives shows his dedication to making tangible differences in individual lives. His leadership in the Golf
Cart Raffle generated substantial funds from the PVWGA Tournament and PV Lions Meeting sales, directly
expanding the club's capacity to serve. Jeff's tree trimming assistance for Lion Scott Cameron further illustrates
his willingness to support fellow members during times of personal need.
Rebecca Stone
Rebecca Stone exemplifies leadership through her acceptance into the Lions Club-Lions University's
Bachelor's Program and her pivotal role in the district's childhood cancer initiative. Her thoughtful extension of
service to Texas Children's Hospital North Austin established valuable connections with Medical Director Dr.
Morad, creating future partnership opportunities for pediatric cancer patients. Rebecca's revitalization of the
traveling hat, now the "Hat of Kindness" program, celebrates extraordinary acts of compassion among
members, while her meticulous work on district award nominations elevates deserving Lions. Her grant-writing
skills have enabled the club to submit another thoughtfully prepared application, this time for the Lago Vista
Women's Club to support the Children's Hunger Initiative. Rebecca's organizational leadership shines through
coordinating the upcoming 45th Charter and Inaugural Awards Dinner, strengthening vital community bonds.
Don Loeschner
Don Loeschner personifies life-saving impact through his extraordinary blood drive coordination, connecting
vital resources to ten Texas counties. His commitment ensuring significant blood drive availability demonstrates
how Lions service extends beyond immediate visibility to sustain community health. Don's contributions to
hunger initiatives, vision screenings, and the Chili Feast illustrate his understanding of interconnected
community needs. His participation in New Member Training reflects his commitment to sharing extensive
service experience with newer Lions, ensuring knowledge transfer to the next generation of leaders. Don's
consistent presence at membership meetings further strengthens club cohesion and demonstrates his belief in the
importance of fellowship alongside direct service.
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