Chief Senachwine NSDAR votes Nancy Gillfillan as regent

Members of the Chief Senachwine Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution voted at their May 4 meeting to have Nancy Gillfillan serve as the new chapter regent in 2024-2025.

Gillfillan was installed by District II Director Catherine Carlton of Woodstock. Carlton also presented the program for the day, entitled ‘Good for the Heart, Good for the Soul’, which detailed the positive impact volunteering has on a participant’s physical and mental health.

A memorial service was held for Janice Talsky of Maryland, who died April 11. Reports were issued by the following committee chairs: American History, American Indians, Memorial Events, and Flag of the USA. The President of the Service for Veterans reported on the chapter’s donation that made possible the purchase of wish list items for the Illinois Veterans Home in La Salle.

Attendees reported on the Illinois State Organization’s state conference, held April 25-28 in Bloomington. In attendance were Delegates Nancy Gillfillan and Sharon Bittner with Diana Williamson and Jean Galetti, alternate Delegates.

To conclude her term as regent 2023-2024, Dolores Dace presented the gavel and chapter pin to Gillfillan. The next Chief Senachwine Chapter meeting is September 7.