It is with great sadness that we remember our dear friend and fellow Rotarian, Bill Haglund, who passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026. Bill was deeply involved in Rotary at both the district and club levels and exemplified the spirit of Service Above Self. Most notably, he played a key role in supporting the scholarship recipient program through Charities, Inc., helping ensure that students in need within Spring Branch ISD had the opportunity to pursue a college education. Bill’s contributions to Rotary and the broader community are sincerely appreciated, and he will be deeply missed.
President Genevieve, a member of the Speakers Committee of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, provided an update on the upcoming 2026 RodeoHouston, sharing highlights and key information related to the event.
Community Service Projects and Community Events February 2026
SERVICE ABOVE SELF Since 1953, our mission is to make a positive difference in our community
and abroad through collaboration, support, and volunteerism.
It is with great sadness that we remember our dear friend and fellow Rotarian, Bill Haglund, who passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026. Bill was deeply involved in Rotary at both the district and club levels and exemplified the spirit of Service Above Self. Most notably, he played a key role in supporting the scholarship recipient program through Charities, Inc., helping ensure that students in need within Spring Branch ISD had the opportunity to pursue a college education. Bill’s contributions to Rotary and the broader community are sincerely appreciated, and he will be deeply missed.
Join us as we celebrate the impact we’ve made—and renew our commitment to the work ahead—to End Polio Now. Our featured speaker, Andrew Stein of the Gates Foundation, will inspire us with insights into how we can achieve a polio-free world, along with a powerful taped interview with the last living iron lung user.
🎨 ArtReach Market is Back! 🎨 When: Saturday, Feb 21 | 10 AM–3 PM Where: 725 Bateswood Dr. Houston, TX 77079
Join us at the ArtReach Market hosted by the Outreach Center of West Houston (OCWH). Those who attended last year know how fun it is to explore the amazing artwork and meet the artists.
Memorial–Spring Branch Rotary is proud to support our veterans by assembling Comfort Care Kits for the Houston VA Hospital.
📅 Date: Friday, March 6 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM (immediately following our Rotary Club meeting) 📍 Location: Guadalajara Hacienda, 9799 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77027
We invite Rotarians and friends to join us for this meaningful hands-on service project. Your time and support will make a direct impact on veterans in our community. Together, we can serve those who have served us.
We invite you to volunteer and help bring joy to the residents of Emerson Pines Senior Community by calling Bingo and spending time together. Contact Kathy Taylor @ KVT516@comcast.net
We remember our dear friend and fellow Rotarian, Bill Haglund, who passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026. Bill was deeply involved in Rotary at both the district and club levels and exemplified the spirit of Service Above Self.
Fellow Rotarian and club member Keely Jones spoke on senior care, senior living, and adult protective services. She is a member of the Region VI Adult Protective Services Board of Houston. Club members also donated a large collection of items for seniors in need. Jagdip presented Sheila with a gem elephant statue in recognition of her dedicated service to the club.
At the first club meeting of 2026, President Genevieve highlighted achievements through the mid-term and outlined upcoming events and priorities for the remainder of the year.
Birthdays & Milestones
Member Birthdays
Richard Ferrari
August 6
Chuck Monteith
August 17
Sheila Franklin
August 17
Irene Kroll
August 19
Paul Vo
August 23
Chase Hooks
September 1
Ashok Garg
September 9
Steve Blair
September 19
Eric Liu
September 24
Spouse/Partner Birthdays
Irene Hickey Kroll
August 19
Sharlene
September 9
Susan Jackson
September 22
Join Date
Kathy Taylor
August 15, 2025
1 year
Paul Vo
September 4, 2015
11 years
Sheila Franklin
September 18, 2009
17 years
Venu Rao
September 25, 2001
25 years
Memorial Spring Branch Rotary Community Service Team
MaryAnn Sterrett-Russell, Sheila Franklin, Gisela Vo, Ginger Howell, and Paul Vo!
If you have a suggestion for an upcoming service project, please contact the Community Service Team! We are open to new ideas!
