🏅 2025 Pat Daniels Veteran of the Year Award
November 5, 2025
Honoring Gilbert F. Claunch, Jr. for Outstanding Service to Veterans
A Well-Deserved Honor for a Dedicated Member
I am delighted to share some exciting news regarding Gil Claunch. He is one of the most generous and honest club member and is a pretty good veteran also.
On November 5th, the Macomb County Board of Commissioners honored Gilbert F. Claunch, Jr. with the 2025 Pat Daniels Veteran of the Year Award for the significant contributions he makes in helping our Veterans!
🍽️ Food Pantry Project
Gil is one of the co-managers of the food pantry project at Chapter 154 Vietnam Veterans of America in Clinton Township, ensuring veterans and their families have access to essential resources.
🎄 Operation Christmas Project
Gil helps organize and run the Operation Christmas Project, bringing joy and support to veterans and their families during the holiday season.
🇺🇸 Dedicated Service to Veterans
Gil is a dedicated volunteer at the Chapter 154 Vietnam Veterans of America in Clinton Township. He is one of the co-managers of the food pantry project at the Chapter, helps with Operation Christmas Project, POW/MIA Vigil, the Annual Golf Outing, and many other events.
His commitment to serving fellow veterans and their families demonstrates the true spirit of service and community that we value so highly at Santa Maria Lodge #220.
🎉 Congratulations, Gil!
Please join me in congratulating Gil on this well-deserved accomplishment. His dedication to helping veterans and his commitment to community service make him a true asset to both Santa Maria Lodge #220 and the broader veteran community.
Award Ceremony Photos
Thank You for Your Service, Gil!
Your dedication to helping veterans and your commitment to community service inspire us all. This award recognizes not just your service, but the positive impact you make every day in the lives of veterans and their families.
From all of us at Santa Maria Lodge #220, congratulations on this well-deserved honor!