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Alberto Toro
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Joe Wielga
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	DISTRICT 24-A
	LIONS INTERNATIONAL
	LIONS OF VIRGINIA
	JAZZ

President: John Cutorne John was born in the city of New York in April 1933. He earned his B.A. degree from St. John's College in 1955. He was drafted and served in the Army from 1957 to 1959. Upon discharge, he resumed his education and earned his J.D. degree from St. John's Law School in 1961 and was admitted to the bar in the same year. While maintaining a law practice, he also served as Counsel to the Codes Committee of the New York State Assembly and as Counsel to the Draft Board. In 1968 he joined the Federal Service as the organization's labor law representative. He quickly moved into human relations management and later came to the headquarters in the Washington area in 1980. He retired in 1998 as Executive Director of Human Resources for the Defense Logistics Agency with over 36 years of service.

John was wed to Fran Pellegrino who passed away in 2001 after 42 years of marriage. He has one daughter, Dana, who also has a J.D. degree and lives in McLean. He has been a Lion since 2002.

Immediate Past President: Alberto Toro Lion Alberto was born in Columbia, South America and came to the US in 1964. Alberto's met the Bailey's Lions through the Balnd Mucis contest in which both his sons have competed. Joining the club in 2003, Albert has children at the heart of his service both in the US and in other countries.

District Governor and Past President: Harry F. Parker

Immediate Past President VDG Harry was born in Staten Island, New York, on December 10, 1947. He earned his B.S. degree in Business Administration from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA. Lion Harry and his charming wife Karen were married on April 17, 1971. Lion Harry’s military service was with New Jersey’s Army National Guard from 1969-1975. He retired from the U.S. House of Representatives after thirty-three years of service. Lion Harry became a member of the Bailey’s Cross Roads Host Lions Club in October 1978. Father-in-law Gil Udell, now deceased, sponsored him. Since becoming a Lion, Harry has served the club in many capacities, including club president in 1982-1983 and 2004-2005, chairperson of a number of committees. At the sub- and multiple district levels, Lion Harry has served as Zone Chairperson, State Convention Chairperson from 1994 to present time.

He most recently served as MD24 State Convention Chairperson at the Sheraton Premiere and did an outstanding job.

Harry and wife Karen reside in Annandale.

First Vice President: Lion Rosefina Royce

PDG and Club Secretary : Lion Shirley Wilson

A native Virginian, Lion Shirley Wilson, was born in Martinsville and lived there for twenty-one years. She attended Madison College (Known today as James Madison University) and received her B.S. Degree in Education in 1958. She then moved to Northern Virginia to begin her teaching career. After teaching sixth grade for two years at Bailey's and Glen Forest Elementary Schools, she transferred to J.E.B. Stuart High School to teach Spanish and English. After several years, Shirley returned to the northern Virginia branch of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University to pursue and earn her masters degree in Counselor Education. After receiving her master’s degree, she became a counselor at J.E.B. Stuart and later became Director of Student Services (better known as Guidance Director to some). In 1987 she transferred to West Springfield High School as Director of Student Services and culminated her educational career there in 1991. Since retiring from education, Shirley has become a travel consultant. Upon Shirley's arrival in Fairfax County, she met Roy and they married on February 14, 1959. Roy became a Bailey's Cross Roads Lion in 1962, at which time Shirley played a vital role in the organization of theBailey's Ladies Auxiliary. As a charter member, she was very active and served in all of the officer positions. Lions Shirley and Roy were very instrumental in starting the first Leo Club in Virginia in 1970 –­ the J.E.B. Stuart Leo club. Shirley served as the club advisor for seventeen years and Roy served as the Lion liaison. Even though Shirley became an official Lion only four years ago (May 2, 1996), she has served Lionism unofficially since 1962. She and Lion Roy have been partners in all of his Lionistic endeavors - District Governor in1976-77, International Director 1994-96, International Board Appointee 1996-97, Vice Chairman of the 1998 USA/Canada Lions Leadership Forum and General Chairman in 1999. After becoming an official member of the Bailey's Cross Roads Host Lions Club, Lion Shirley quickly filled the Vice-President's position vacated by another member. She served as President during the 1997-98 year, Membership Director and Newsletter Editor during 1998-99 and 1999-2000. . Lion Shirley served as Region I Chairman during 1998-99, Leader Dog Chairman in 1999-2000, District Bulletin Editor for District 24-A in 2000-2001, served as District 24-A Governor 2002-2003, and is currently serving as Bailey's Cross Roads Host Lions Club Secretary and Newsletter Editor as well as serving nationally as the IMPACT Team Leader for the United States.

Treasurer: Lion Tommy Browning

Lion Tommy Browning was born in Bayou Meto, Arkansas, February 2, 1930. He attended elementary and middle schools in Alton, Illinois and Bethalto, Illinois. He graduated from High School in 1947 and 1948. He then attended Shurtleff College in Alton, Illinois on an athletic scholarship and received a bachelors degree in 1952.

He entered the US Navy completing Officer Candidate School in 1953. He served in the Navy's Mineforce on both the east and west coast. Upon release from active duty in 1956, he worked for the Shell Oil Company in Roxana, Illinois in their Data Processing group. He began working with computers in this group in 1956 and has worked with computers continuously since then. Upon recall to active duty in 1961, he was assigned to the Naval Command Systems Support Activity in Washington, DC, here he continued as a Civil Service employee after release from the Navy in 1964. In 1988, he retired from federal service after 30 years service. Since "retirement" he has worked for Planning Research Corporation, Axiom Corporation and Consolidated Safety Services (where he is currently employed) in addition to starting two small businesses, Wide Area Network Services, Inc. and TR Browning Consulting.

Lion Tommy is married to the former Barbara Runyon. They have five children and 4 granddaughters with another grand son born in September 2000.

Lion Tommy joined the Bailey's Cross Roads Host Lions Club in 1968 and has been very active in all club activities. He has been Tail Twister, Director, Vice President, President (twice) and is currently serving his second year as the club treasurer. Both years he was president, the club was presented the Outstanding Club award.

About graduating from High School twice - Bethalto High School was a small rural high school that taught 9-11 grades. After "graduating" from the 11th grade, all students had to complete the 12th grade at a nearby larger town. Lion Tommy attended and graduated from Roxana High School.

PID Lion Roy Wilson

Lion Roy was born in Delark, Arkansas. However, he moved to Columbus, Georgia at an early age and grew up in a family of seven: his parents, four brothers, and one sister. After completing his college education, Lion Roy moved to Northern Virginia and has lived there forty-three years.Lion Roy had a government career of thirty-four years with the CIA before retiring in 1993. He and his wife, Lion Shirley, have been married forty-two years. They have two children and four grandchildren.

Lion Roy became a Bailey's Lion in July 1962 and now has forty-one years of perfect attendance. He has served in many club positions, including president, secretary for seventeen years, and newsletter editor. He served as District 24-A Governor in 1976-77 and received the 100% District Governor award. Having served on the district cabinet for twenty-seven years, Lion Roy has also served as president of Lions of Virginia Foundation, State Convention Chairman in 1984 and 1991, President of Virginia Association of Past District Governors, and in 1994 was elected to serve a two-year term as International Director. In 1996 International President Soliva appointed Lion Roy to serve an additional year on the International Board of Directors. In 1997-98 he served as Vice Chairman of the USA/Canada Lions Leadership Forum and served as General Chairman for the 1999 Forum, which was held in Birmingham, Alabama in September 1999. Lion Roy is a progressive Melvin Jones Fellow, has received six Presidential medals and the Ambassador of Good Will award, the highest honor bestowed on a Lion. He is a recipient of the Lions of Virginia Humanitarian award and was named "Lion of the Year" in Bailey's Cross Roads Host Lions Club for the 1997-98 Lion year. Lion Roy's love is his family and Lionism.

Past President and Membership Director: Dr. Beth James

Lion Beth James was born in Warrenton and grew up in Bealeton, Virginia. Majoring in chemistry, she graduated from Radford College (now University) with a BS and returned to earn an MS in Science Education. Beth then embarked on a 31 year career in Fairfax County Public Schools, teaching at Hayfield Secondary School and Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology. In 1991, Beth earned her Doctorate in Educational Administration from VA Tech after which she served as assistant principal at Langley High School, Madison High School, and West Springfield. In 1997, Dr. James returned to Hayfield Secondary as Principal, Fairfax Hall. With the circle complete, she retired in December 1999. Beth has served in leadership roles in numerous organizations and is currently serving as secretary of her home owners association in NC (Oyster Pointe on Kitty Hawk Bay), on the Joint Directors of Oyster Point and Oyster Point II, on the Architectural Review Board of Spring Woods Home Owners Association and as coordinator for the Printing and Program Committee of the Catholic Charities 2003 Ball Committee. Active in Lionism for 6 years, Beth credits PID Roy, DG Shirley, and IPP Nancy for recruiting her into service; she believes projects such as RAM and the Screening Van Activities are what Lionism is all about. Beth loves to travel, spend time on the beach, and serve others through Lionism.

For years, the major fund raiser for Bailey's Crossroads Lions club was weekly bingo. With much discussion and consideration, the decision was made in Spring of 2005 to close the bingo operation. The club is curently pursuing several fundraisers to raise monies for our charitable activities. To order 2006 White House Ornaments ($20.00) or 2007Entertainment Books ($25.00), contact Beth James at 703-451-6257.

The 2006 State Convention was held in Hampton, Virginia in May.