Marv was born at home, delivered by family doctor in New Lisbon, WI. He has six siblings (shown in the picture).
Marv graduated in 1958 from New Lisbon High School, 1963 from St. Norbert College, De Pere, WI, as a history major, and 1966 from the University of Wisconsin Law School. He has been a practicing attorney in La Crosse for 56 years. His current practice focus is estate planning, wills, trusts, elder law - to which he will be speaking about.
Marv was married to Edna Sue for 38 years. He has been a member of this club since 1983-39 years. Marv is a parishioner of St. Joseph the Workman Cathedral, is a Packer fan, and loves to play golf.
Last Week: Ryan Geister
Trane's Efforts to Green America
Ryan Geister joined Trane over 27 years ago and currently serves as a National Sales Leader for Trane Systems with strategic roles within Trane Technologies, including serving on the Trane Technologies Global Refrigerant Strategy Group.
Ryan's presentation offered insights to the growing political and economic pressure on decarbonization, defined what that means, and offered an insight into the next generation of systems and refrigerant technologies used for conditioning our homes and businesses.
Garden Salad with Grilled Chicken and strawberry balsamic dressing.
Vegetarian option is always available, as well as accommodations for other dietary restrictions.
Coffee and water available at your table. Milk and iced tea will be available for you to pick up at the north bar as you find your seat.
Guests are ALWAYS welcome! RSVP in advance to Niki Pohnl if know you are bringing guests but last minute invites are also welcome!
New Member Proposals
The following community members have been proposed to become members of our club:
Clara Gelatt (Co-owner Rivoli Theatre; proposed by Mary Ann Gschwind)
Emily Onsager (Ellie Diagnostics, Growth Manager; proposed by Roz Schnick)
Allyson Krause (Managing Director, Retirement Plan Services; proposed by Roz Schnick)
According to club procedure, applicant names are to be published in our weekly email bulletin for two weeks. If there are no objections from the current membership, these applications will be approved. Please contact the Club Administrator if you object to these applications by June 27th.
Click the link below if you have a new member to propose!
We are looking to update our records by June 30. Please be mindful of the following and let Niki Pohnl, Club Administrator, know how she can help you:
Is your financial account up to date? Do you have outstanding invoices to pay by June 30? Questions on your account can be directed to Niki to research.
How does your attendance look? Club policy suggest 50%. Let Niki know if you need make up attendance updated on your ClubRunner account. There are several ways to make up for a club meeting.
Is your Club Runner account accurate and update? How about your picture? (This is a great way for new members to get to know you so we want to keep it current.)
NOTE: AT THIS TIME, THERE IS A COMMUNICATION BREAKDOWN BETWEEN QUICK BOOKS AND ALTRA. WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING CASH, CHECK, OR VENMO UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. SORRY THE ANY INCONVENIENCE.
Al's Musky Challenge Announces 2023 Recipients
The Musky Challenge Committee announced last week the 2023 recipients of funds. For more information on each, click on their organization name:
Each Rotary Club needs to provide 2-3 baskets of goodies for the Avenues of Service raffle valuing approximately $100-$150. Niki Pohnl is taking donations for the following theme basket by July 15. We also welcome $$ to put towards the purchase items to complete this basket:
Bottoms Up! (looking for beverage related - coffees, teas, wine, beer, or any other beverages, drinking glasses/mugs, beverage cook books, gift certificates)
All funds raised in raffle ticket sales goes directly to Rotary Works Foundation. Last year, we raised over $2000.
Check out our website photo albums for Rotary Friendship Exchange pictures and other pictures of club events. If you have pictures to update our site, please send them to Niki Pohnl.