Sad News to Report

We just received word that one of our long time members, Bill Berrier past away on December 13, 2015.  Services were held in Valparaiso on December 18^th.  Please keep Sandra and her family in your thoughts and prayers.

Sad News to Report

Long time Hoosier Cruiser member Joseph W. Johnson passed away March 9 in Muncie.  Joe and Rachel had not been at any of the rallies for a time but they were always at the Southern Christmas Parties and we just saw them last December.  Services will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday March 12 at Elm Ridge Funeral Home in Muncie.  Calling will be at the funeral home Friday March 11, 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm or after 1:00 pm Saturday.  The following link will take you to Joe’s obituary:

http://elmridgefuneralhome.com/obituary/148747 

Please keep Rachel and her daughters in your thoughts and prayers.

Fun, Fun, Fun in May

Looking for a good time in May?  Plan to attend the Hoosier Cruiser Rally on May 12^th through the 15^th at CERAland near Columbus Indiana.  The Lisles’, Covington’s and Wessel’s are planning a variety of activities and good food that should make for a great, entertaining event.

Some of the opportunities that members can choose from include visiting a popcorn shop. What’s so special about a popcorn shop?  Well, Not Just Popcorn, offers 240 flavors including Cajun, Carmel with Cashews and Apple Cider just to name a few.
Also planned is a presentation by Utopia Wildlife Rehabilitators who will share their stories about injured animals that they have helped and returned to their habitat.  Some animals that cannot be released are used for their educational programs.

Oh, and yes we will have campfires where everyone can share what they did this winter.

No, we haven’t forgotten about food.  Thursday evening, after everyone has settled in we will have hotdogs, chips and dessert. Other meals will include Barbeque sandwiches, a traditional pancake breakfast, and a carry-in dinner. So no one should leave hungry.

To join in the fun print the registration form.  Click form below to print.
 May Rally Registration Form

The Lisles’, Covington’s and Wessel’s look forward to your participation in this enjoyable event. 
See Ya in May. Bettie and Greg Wessel

Hoosier Cruisers Gather in Florida

Hoosier Cruisers attended their annual winter luncheon, only this time they met in Wildwood, Florida, at the Golden Corral. 

It was a good time to share stories about their travels and where they are staying.  Everyone was in good spirits and looking forward to the upcoming activities and events.  Many thanks go  to Bob and Mable Heath who were the organizers for the luncheon.

Hoosier Cruisers – Dues Reminder

This is a reminder for all Hoosier Cruisers to check your dues status!  Our Secretary’s, Betty Tilmann, records indicate that some of us have overlooked renewing our dues for 2016.  Please check your records or if your are unsure contact Betty for clarification.  Betty Tilmann can be reached by email at: betztil@yahoo.com

Thank you.

Steve Ruster

765-744-8174

hsruster@yahoo.com

Hoosier Cruisers Florida Winter Gathering

All Hoosier Cruisers  There will be a Winter Gathering in Florida on Wednesday February 17 at 1:00 pm at Golden Corral in The Villages.  Please call Mable Heath at 765-425-1006 to let her know how many to count on.  The address:

Golden Corral

3950 Wedgewood Lane

The Villages, Florida 32162   

Please call Mable at 765-425-1006. 

Again Wednesday February 17 at 1:00 PM.  Come and enjoy getting together with your fellow Hoosier Cruisers.

Start of Rally Season is Just Around the Corner

The 2016 Rally Season will start in just a few weeks, so it is time to start planning your year.  First Rally of the year will be the FMCA 93^rd Family Reunion and Motorhome Showcase that will be held March 17 – 20 at the Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter in Perry Georgia.  Early bird special pricing is in effect up until January 22^nd.  So don’t delay your registration and miss the opportunity to save some money.  As in the past we will meet in the Holding Area so that we can be parked together.  I will be in the Holding Area no later than late morning Tuesday March 15 [possibly on Monday March 14].  This will allow us to be parked Tuesday afternoon.  If you are going to Perry please send me an email indicating your registration type [Electricity, Handicap¸Day Generator, Full Generator, etc.].  Nancy and I will be parking in the Day Generator area.

Sad News to Report

I received this email from Bea O’Dell this morning and wanted to share this with you.

Betty's Tilmann’s brother who had been very ill and had been in the hospital in Ohio for several weeks, turned the corner and was home.  Doug said, " that he and his wife were in a car accident last night and both were killed."  I just thought some might like to send her a card etc. . 

Betty Tilmann, for those that don’t remember, is the Chapter Secretary.  Please keep Betty and her family in your thoughts and prayers. If you care to send a card the address is Betty Tilmann, 58965 County Road One, Elkhart, IN 46517

Update on Dorothy Tilmann

Dorothy Tilmann, Doug Tilmann’s mother and a Hoosier Cruiser passed away Christmas Morning after a 3 year struggle after breaking her hip.  She was 99 years old.  Dorothy traveled with Doug and Betty and with the Hoosier Cruisers for a few years.  Visitation will be on Friday January 8 between 4:00 and 8:00 PM at St. Joseph The Worker Catholic Church in Beal City, Michigan.  Visitation will also be held 9:00 to 10:00 AM on Saturday January 9 with a Funeral Mass being held at 10:00 AM.  After interment in Beal City Cemetery there will be dinner at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Beal City. 

Please keep Doug and Betty and their family in your thoughts and prayers.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Nancy and I would like to extend to all of you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.  It is hard to believe that this year of 2015 is on the door step of 2016 already.  The New Year will bring forth enjoyable times at our rallies, renewing relationships and the making of new friends with new members. 

Be safe in you travels and remember that FMCA at Perry is in the middle of March.  More to come.

Steve & Nancy Ruster

765-744-8174

hsruster@yahoo.com