On this not too warm May morning our greeters were Bob Avery and John Burnett, shown here greeting two of our members: Kent Gloor, one of our Charter Members(who joined the club in 1976) and Ryan Nuss, who joined the club in March of 1974! Due to the recent sudden death (heart attack) of Todd Webster, President Casey read an invocation regarding living life to the fullest, while we are on this Earth. A celebration of life will be held at Fairmount Cemetery Chapel at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 15. All are invited to attend. Though Todd had only recently joined our club, he was a valued member. Please keep his wife, Miriam in your prayers.
GUESTSOur guest today was Bob Holverson, who recently moved back to Denver after working for a number of years in Southern California (where it never rains). Bob and his wife moved back to be nearer his grandchildren and wants to get help out in his new community. Bob is a close neighbor of both John Burnett and Tom Overton. Nice going Tom.
PRESIDENT'S CORNER
President Casey Funk announced that the May Board of Directors meeting would be held on Monday, May 13 ,here at the Legion Hall. Meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. Casey invites newly elected Directors to attend, to get a head start on next year. If you have the time, drop by and see us!
LOTTERY
According to Phil Perington, Lottery Guru, the lottery license has been renewed, the tickets are currently being printed and should be in our hands soon. Only thing left is to sell all 550, so we can make $5000 for the kids. From Phil: Longtime Optimist member, Alton L. Perington memorial service will be held Tuesday 5/14 @ Risen Christ-10am. 3060 S. Monaco Street. Note: The compound is under construction. Please follow the arrows to the parking area and entry. A reception will convene immediately following the service. An escorted motorcade procession to Ft. Logan for final service and internment will leave at approximately 12:30. Thank you all for your kind thoughts and optimistic good cheer. Originally, Al was a member of the South Denver Optimists in the early 60’s. The Club met at the Old White Spot Restaurant located at 6th and Broadway.
NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION
Reminder from Bill Morgan: New Member orientation on Zoom, May 15. All new members should receive the Sign on for Zoom from Bill early next week. Anyone is welcome, even if you're not new. Contact Bill for details. (303-868-4384)
EAGLE SCOUT AWARDS
Bob Avery thanked those that had participated in the Eagle Scout Awards Ceremony last and indicated he had copies of the projects displayed on the bar at the back of the meeting hall, including the Donley P. Smith Award for Outstanding Project.
MS RIDE/ROCKIES GAME
It is time for the Ride MS hydration station in Longmont. We need about 20 people says Michael 
Chavez. Location is yet to be announced but save the date (JUNE 30) and plan on all morning from about 7:00 a.m. until at least Noon.
Michael also mentioned that we will be giving away "Trucker Hats" at the Rockies game on Sunday, June 15. It's an early game so plan on 10:00 a.m arrival. You will get free tickets to the game, so you can spend the whole day on a beautiful Sunday afternoon at Coors Field.
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om Mauro said that 23 sixth grade students from Hamilton Middle School were received Super Citizen awards at their last assembly.
Noel Hasselgren announced that he and Ken Jeung assisted in giving awards at Samuels Elementary.
Robert Wardlaw, Head Honcho of Super Citizen Program said that Robert Korsoski plaques (for Super-Super Citizens were available.
Michael Chavez welcomed Denny Dressman back to the fold after Denny's hip surgery. Denny thanked everyone for the card that the members of MSOC sent him while he was convalescing. He's back, better than ever. Yay, Denny.
TREE LOT COMITTEE
Why is the Monaco South Optimist Club Christmas tree lot the best in the world! Because we start planning early in the year to ensure success says Tom Kramis in announcing that there will be a meeting of the TLC at Phil Perington's office on May 29 at 4:00. If you have any great ideas on how to make the tree lot better, come on down!
(WILD) LIFE IN ESTES PARK
Link from Greg Hurd
BLAST FROM THE PAST -GREG YOUNG
Jack 
Rife AND Super Citizen dog Barkley at
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niversity Hills Elementary
RESPECT FOR LAW
Since 1965, Respect for Law has been one of the Purposes of Optimist International. What we do for youth, the police do for the whole community - Serve and Protect. In the words of Craig Eley, "without law, there is anarchy". Thanks to Steve Kady for arranging for MSOC to honor a Denver police officer, in the presence of his Chief, Ron Thomas, His Commander , Joe Bell and his wife, Amy.
Konrad Krysiuk is a two-year veteran of the Denver Police force. Some think he talks with a South Texas drawl, but that is really his Polish accent, since Konrad is a recent arrival to the U.S.
Konrad and his patrol partner responded to a call of an assault on a female. When they arrived on scene, they were confronted by a suspect who was obviously on drugs and seemed to have superhuman strength. Konrad called for backup and two more officers arrived on the scene. Even with four officers involved, the suspect put up a good fight. In the process of subduing the suspect, the suspect bit off the tip of Konrad's finger. Fortunately, the finger was found a subsequently reattached. The suspect was finally taken down by the four officers and arrested. Even though he is new to the Denver Police force (and to this Country), Konrad is an exemplary officer and a credit to the force. Thanks to Konrad for all he does and keep up the good work!
DRAWING
The Three of Hearts was worth $50 today. Kevin Dempsey (having learned a lesson last week) chose not to draw and took a cup-o-money, as did Phil Perington, Bryce Slaby and Greg Holt.
Kevin's ticket was drawn again and, this time, he decided to draw a card. Too bad, Kevin!
Commander Joe Bell tried his luck, but was also unsuccessful. Robert Wardlaw was lucky enough to be wearing his nametag, but not lucky enough to draw the right card. Tune in next week for more high drama
