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Two new Members were voted in: Charles Gaul, U.S. Army, RVN Kyle Dewey, U.S. Marine Corps The Post voted 100% against the proposed National Resolution #606, which more than doubles the dues for continuous members.  We will ask that it … Continue reading →

Two great articles about the Memorial Day observance hosted by VFW Post 1040: Glenn’s Trumpet Notes Lynnwood Today

VFW Post 1040 is involved with providing Military Honors at Veteran’s funerals. The Washington State National Guard is responsible for providing full military honors for all honorably discharged Veterans.  But due to funding and manpower constraints, the National Guard relies … Continue reading →

You can access your national VA benefits and your military records at ebenefits.va.gov You can contact your local VFW Claims Representative at swilkin@vfw.org or 253-966-1279.

AQUASOX: If you plan to attend the Aqua-Sox Baseball game on Saturday, August 17th, please email Commander Spani before May 31st, and send $10 per ticket to: VFW Post 1040 P.O. Box 45, Lynnwood WA 98046. DOOR PRIZES: Tom Spell … Continue reading →

Lynnwood Police Officer Ryan Hoirup has been chosen as the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1040’s Officer of the Year for his consistent, outstanding work and personal sacrifice serving the community. Officer Hoirup has been a Lynnwood Police Officer … Continue reading →

The WWII Europe war map is now back in Veterans Park, looking better than ever.  Our thanks to VFW Post 1040 Life Member Dallas Ferrel for fabricating the new frame, and to VFW Post 1040 Life Member Jock Julian for … Continue reading →

On Monday, May 27th, VFW Post 1040 will host a Memorial Day observance at Lynnwood Veterans Park at 11 a.m. The program will be as follows: Bagpipe selections “Green Hills” and “Battles Ore” – Northwest Jr. Pipe Band Welcome – … Continue reading →