Ed Davis Remember and Honor: National Wreaths Across America Day is Saturday, Dec. 19, and wreath-laying ceremonies will be held at Arlington National Cemetery, and at more than 4,900 locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea and abroad. The Oro Valley Auxiliary Unit 132 is a local community partner of Wreaths Across America (WAA), a…
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February 2026, Front Page
Wreaths Across America
Linda Nicholson On Dec. 13, 2025, SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) residents participated in laying Christmas wreaths on veterans’ graves at Evergreen Cemetery in Tucson. It was a beautiful morning to honor veterans on National Wreaths Across America Day. Approximately 100 volunteers across Tucson gathered for the ceremony. SaddleBrooke Ranch was represented by Cynthia and Don Avila,…
January 2026, Clubs & Classes
MOAA News
Former Lt. William Myers, CEC, USN The Catalina Mountain Chapter (CMC) of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) held its recent meeting on Nov. 15 at SaddleBrooke Ranch. The meeting began with a business session presided over by CMC’s First Vice President, retired Col. Bruce Huffman, U.S. Army, during which members were updated on…
April 2025, Clubs & Classes
MOAA February Meeting
Former Lt. William Myers, CEC, USN The Catalina Mountain Chapter (CMC) of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) held a meeting on Feb. 22, at SaddleBrooke. The meeting began with a business session presided over by CMC’s President, retired Col. Kurt McMillen, U.S. Army, during which members were updated on the chapter’s current activities.…
February 2025, Front Page
Wreaths Across America
Linda Nicholson In December, SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) residents participated in laying Christmas wreaths on veterans’ graves at Evergreen Cemetery in Tucson. The annual event to honor veterans was held on Saturday morning, Dec. 14. The morning was sunny, clear, and warm. Enjoying some coffee and donuts and fellowship, approximately 50 volunteers across Tucson gathered for…
January 2025, Clubs & Classes
Veterans’ Club Hosts Veterans Day Breakfast
Mary Kay Voss The SaddleBrooke Ranch (SBR) Veterans’ Club hosted the annual Veterans Day Pancake Breakfast in the Sol Ballroom on November 11. In attendance were veterans representing all branches of the armed services, including a Coastie. Chairman Ken Robinson was the emcee and host. The Color Guard from American Legion Post 132—Daniel McGregor, Beth…
Features, November 2024
Thank You to Our SaddleBrooke Ranch Veterans: Captain Greg Byrne
Jan Christensen Since Greg Byrne had always enjoyed challenges, he thought the Marine Corps was the best branch of the military that would offer him the most challenges. With a list of serving in many locations such as: Parris Island, S.C.; Pensacola, Fla. (his favorite location because he liked the flight training and made some…
November 2024, Generals
Veterans Need Our Help
Georgine Hurst Veterans are so deserving of our support. They gave years of their lives in service to our country and were glad to do it. Unfortunately, according to the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), veterans have a 34% higher chance of having kidney disease than the general population. This is due to a…
July 2024, Generals
Unit Happenings – July 2024
Unit 6: We Love Block Parties! Katie Lundgren On May 17, Marc and Katie Lundgren hosted the 2nd annual Redneck Trailer Party at their home. We had BBQ burgers and dogs, and a variety of vittles for all to share. We even celebrated a birthday with song and cake. The costume contest included prizes for 1st,…
Clubs & Classes, June 2024
MOAA News
Former Lt. William Myers, CEC, USN The Catalina Mountain Chapter (CMC) of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) held a recent luncheon meeting on April 20 at SaddleBrooke Ranch. The meeting began with a business session presided over by retired Capt. Chuck Vaughan, U.S. Navy, President, during which members were updated on the chapter’s…