Pamela’s interest in Lionism began in 2008 when she managed a Library for the Blind in Virginia Beach.  The local Lions Club brought their mobile vision van to the library’s parking lot to offer free vision screenings, and she was so impressed, she joined the same day.  After that beginning in Virginia, Pamela was a member of two Lions’ Clubs in Mexico.  She has seen what it means to be a member of Lions International.  Every local club works to improve the lives of their community’s most vulnerable neighbors in a vast network of assistance spanning the globe.  Pamela continues to assist blind and low vision individuals access free audio books from the National Library for the Blind and Print Disabled.

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Lion Tim grew up in Columbus, WI and in 1982 joined the United States Navy where for 22 years he worked in Aviation Ordnance, Bomb Disposal, and Deep-Sea Diving. During this time, he met Lion Kim, married, and had twins (boy and a girl). Nick is in the Navy as an Air Traffic Controller, and Katie is fulfilling her dreams in working as a wedding planner.

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Tim has an Associate degree in Culinary Arts, Bachelors in History and a Master's degree in Management and Organizational Behavior. He and his wife, Kim, work together as Realtors at REMAX Alliance group here in Venice, Florida. they also are members of VFW and the Patriot Riders who go out and help Veterans in need. Tim likes the beach, taking a boat out to look for dolphins and traveling. He looks forward to working with his fellow Lions in order to help those in need.

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Lion Judy was born in New York and she’s the first to admit she’s had some interesting work experiences. She’s worked on New York’s Wall Street, worked for the administrator of a 360-bed hospital in New Jersey, managed an inspection office, and eventually found herself living on a boat in Key West, co-owner of The Ugly Rooster Café, engaged to the man who stole her heart. They were lucky enough to travel through much of Europe and the Caribbean before Jim’s health prevented them from continuing to travel. They moved to Pasco County for a time and Judy volunteered as a docent at the Tampa Theater and participated in several 5K’s. She also found time to become a Florida Master Gardener Volunteer. But Key West called again so they packed up and headed back to the Southernmost point. Judy worked at Audubon House and Tropical Gardens, became a notary, and performed weddings in the Gardens and on cruise ships, beaches, etc. She also helped couples write their own vows. Judy joined the Venice Lions on September 15, 2022, attended her first Board Meeting on October 13, and has been a regular attendee ever since and has never looked back. She’s been involved in several projects including ones for Our Mother’s House, the Bags-to-Benches Trex program, and the elementary school nurse program. She’s also been involved with the Lions Halloween Parade, the Christmas Parade, the LOVN Chat Health Fair and the Easter EGG-Stravaganza. Judy looks forward to more projects as opportunities present themselves and more ways to serve the community as a Venice Lion. She has one son from a previous marriage.

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Born in Attleboro, MA, Jeff attended Bishop Feehan High School in Attleboro, and attended St. Michael's College in Colchester, VT receiving a BA degree in English Literature. Jeff tried for a career in teaching after becoming certified to teach K-12 in Massachusetts. Eventually, he found a career in the computer industry, first as a field engineer and retiring as a Quality Engineering Manager. ​

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Jeff has one daughter, Erin, who is a self-employed artist and business owner in Providence and Boston. He moved to Venice with his wife , Lion Carole, in 2015. Having previously been a member of the North Attleboro, MA Lions, Jeff was reintroduced to the Venice Lions in 2016 and was inducted in October 2016.​

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Ed was born in Lowell, Massachusetts, and grew up in Nashua, NH. He graduated from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy with a B.S. in Pharmacy.

In 1981, Ed and his wife, Mary, moved to Sunapee, New Hampshire, where they raised their twin boys. During their time in Sunapee, Ed was an active member of the Sunapee Lions Club from 1989 to 2009, serving as President from 1992 to 1993. The Sunapee Lions Club was recognized as the District 44-N Club of the Year in 1993. 

Ed worked in various retail pharmacy settings before transitioning to a more challenging role in hospital pharmacy. This shift led to a distinguished career at the VA Medical Center in White River Junction, Vermont. Ed served as Hospital Pharmacy Manager, ICU Pharmacist, and then as an Oncology Pharmacist until 2019. The role in oncology was particularly gratifying due to the challenging responsibilities and the impact on patient care.

Upon retiring in 2019, Ed and Mary moved permanently to Englewood, Florida, where they embarked on a home renovation program led by Mary, enjoying their new chapter in a sunny and vibrant community.

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Lion Barbara learned about Lionism at an early age as her dad was a Lion in Bridgewater, MA. Years later when her husband Joe decided it was time to give back to their NH community, she suggested the Hampstead Lions Club.  They both became involved and he steadily worked his way through all the club and district offices reaching the position of District Governor of NH District 44-H.

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Lion Barbara has been a member of the Lions family since 1974 when she joined the Hampstead (NH) Lioness Club. She became the first Lioness District President in New England and earned five club extension awards. When Lions International dissolved the Lioness District organization she joined the Hampstead and then Portsmouth (NH) Lions Clubs and served as Treasurer of Lions Camp Pride (NH) for 4 years prior to relocating to Venice in 1994.  Upon her departure from NH the Hampstead and Portsmouth Lions Clubs joined in naming her a Melvin Jones Fellow and in 2009 the Venice Lions Club awarded her a Progressive Melvin Jones Fellowship.

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Since then Lion Barbara has served the Venice Lions Club as Secretary, 3rd, 2nd, 1st Vice President, as well as two terms as President in 1998-99 and in 2008-09.

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Born in Attleboro, MA, Jeff attended Bishop Feehan High School in Attleboro, and attended St. Michael's College in Colchester, VT receiving a BA degree in English Literature. Jeff tried for a career in teaching after becoming certified to teach K-12 in Massachusetts. Eventually, he found a career in the computer industry, first as a field engineer and retiring as a Quality Engineering Manager. ​

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Jeff has one daughter, Erin, who is a self-employed artist and business owner in Providence and Boston. He moved to Venice with his wife , Lion Carole, in 2015. Having previously been a member of the North Attleboro, MA Lions, Jeff was reintroduced to the Venice Lions in 2016 and was inducted in October 2016.​

Lion Jean grew up in Iowa where she finished her education with a degree in Speech Therapy. Most of her career was spent working in San Francisco at rehabilitation hospitals. Her two children are now adults with families in California. In the Fall of 2022, Lion Jean and her husband became permanent residents in the area after ten years of being snowbirds. Her interests include reading, volunteering, singing in a church choir, and swimming. Her hobby is also being a grandmother to four grandchildren under ten. The Lions appealed to her after learning so much about the Club from her neighbor, Lion Barbara McGillicuddy.

Bonnee Hagen was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota and graduated from the University of Minnesota with a B.S. in Education. She joined the Fridley Lioness Club in 1976 and was a charter member of 5 Star Lions Club.  She was awarded a Melvin Jones Award in 2001.  

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District 5M7 had an International Youth Exchange camp, where Bonnee’s family hosted students from Norway, Peru, Finland and Australia.  Her daughters participated in camps in Norway, Turkey, Australia and New Zealand.

Upon retirement Bonnee and her husband, Gary, were snowbirds in Hot Springs, Arkansas, where they participated in several Habitat for Humanity builds with an RV club.  They spent summers in Minnesota close to the Wisconsin border. In 2019 they moved to Venice, Florida. As a member of the Venice Club, Bonnee has helped with several service projects. She enjoys traveling and reading in her spare time.

Mary was born and raised in Goffstown, New Hampshire. She discovered her passion for caring for others early on. After graduating from NH Technical College with a degree in Dental Hygiene, Mary entered the world of dental health, finding fulfillment in the meticulous care of her patients.
 

Her journey took an enriching turn when she embarked on the adventure of motherhood, raising twin boys alongside her husband, Ed, in Sunapee, New Hampshire. While nurturing her family, she indulged in another passion: renovating houses. With a hands-on approach, she tackled several projects across New Hampshire, finding joy in every transformation.

When retirement beckoned, she transitioned from dental hygiene to entrepreneurship,
founding an antiques and collectibles business in scenic Quechee, Vermont.
Over time, her desire to move to Florida grew as she cherished memories of visiting her grandparents in Englewood, Florida, over the years. Finally realizing their dream, Mary and Ed made the leap and purchased a house in Englewood Isles, where they poured their energy into renovating their home. In retirement, Mary loves hiking, gardening, vegan cooking, and caring for their sweet rescue dog, Boo. She enjoys visits with her family and friends and looks forward to many exciting Lions Club adventures.

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Judy grew up in a small town in Ontario, Canada. After nursing school she and several classmates moved to New Orleans for job opportunities and fun. She met Rocky at a holiday party and they married the following year. This year will be their 44th anniversary. They have two children and two grandchildren.

Judy’s nursing career was varied and very fulfilling. After obtaining a Bachelors Degree in Nursing (she already had an Associates Degree) and a Master’s Degree in Education, Judy spent most of her nursing career teaching, coaching and facilitating organizational development. She was actively involved in The American Society for Training and Development, an international organization for training professionals in all industries.  She served as the New Orleans Chapter Club President and was the Chair of the Host Committee for the 1992 international Convention which had 10,000 attendees. 
 

In 1995, Judy and her family moved to Aberdeen, Washington. It was there that Judy became involved in the local Lions Club.  She served on several committees and helped coordinate the Aberdeen Lions annual “Toast the Harbor” wine tasting and silent auction fundraiser. 
 

When she retired and moved to Florida in 2015, joining the local Lions club was a priority.  She and Rocky help coordinate the float decorations and volunteer participation in the Halloween and Christmas Parades. In her role as Tail Twister, Judy is able to reconnect with her teaching roots.

Until moving to Venice, Florida in 2015, Lion Bob lived in Cincinnati, Ohio.  While attending the University of Cincinnati, he started his working career in the trucking industry, working in various aspects. For the last eighteen years of his working career, he was a General Manager for a  regional tire and service company. 

Lion Bob and his wife, Lion Cheryl, a retired Physical Education teacher, have been married for 35 years.  Lion Bob's hobbies are diverse: woodworking, biking, kayaking, shooting sporting clay, and driving his Corvette.  He has owned Corvettes for the past 40 years and belongs to the Venice Corvette Club and Corvettes of Hamilton , Ohio.  

Lion Robert Spong invited Bob and his wife Cheryl to join the Venice Lions and the experience has truly enriched their retirement. 

Lion Beverly joined the Venice Lions Club in 2006.  For over twenty years she had participated with the Lions Club providing eyeglasses for the needy in our community through her optical business.  During that time, she realized the importance of the service that the Lions Club provided.  She decided to become a member of the organization that provided vision with the same dedication that she has had since becoming a licensed optician.​

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Lion Beverly has served the Venice Lions as our Tail Twister, Secretary, 2nd and 1st Vice President, and then President for two 2-year terms.  She has served as our Zone Chair and the District’s Hearing Foundation president as well.  In 2006-2007 she was presented the “Rising Star” award.  She received the honor of “Lion of the Year” for 2007-2008, was a recipient of the Melvin Jones Award in 2010 and a Progressive Melvin Jones in 2012, and received a life membership in the Florida Foundation for the Blind, Inc.  District 35I awarded the Mildred Conklin Crusader Award to Lion Bev in 2016 for her service in Lions.​

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Lion Bev has also served as co-chairperson of “The Mane Event Fashion Show” since its inception in 2008.  She enjoys designing and decorating for all of our social events.​

Born in Covington, Kentucky, Lion Bev moved to Bradenton, Florida when she was two.  She now resides in Venice.  She loves to travel and spend time with her family.  Her hobbies are gardening, reading and event planning when she is not participating in a Lions project.

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