FAQs

Who are the Officer and Trustees of the Club?

Officer Bios

Danny Chambers currently is the President of the club. He has held other elected positions in the past. He has led the charge for the popular GOAT weekend, chairs the Annual Clam Bake, the mass for St. Patrick’s Day and previously helped chair the Claddagh Ball. Most recently he has brought back the Mother’s Day Brunch with support from his family.

Christi Cruz currently serves as the clubs Financial Secretary. She has been instrumental in getting the clubs technology updated including getting membership available online. She has been assisting with the junior marching units for many years including the Junior Exhibition Dance, has previously chaired the Annual Family Picnic, and is currently co-chair of the Annual Fund Raffle.

Mary Ellen Grealis currently serves as the club’s Treasurer and chairs Forever Young. She has previously been in charge of the Thanksgiving Raffle. She is often found selling 50/50 tickets at events such as the Steak Shoot and Clam Bake and helps on Friday night pub grub. In addition, she makes sure the trustees are scheduled to open and close the club, and she is often called to the building for assistance.

Kevin Hayes has been on the board for many years. He currently helps chair the Annual Night at the Races and also is one of the contacts that works with the GAA. He has also helped previously with back up the financial secretary when in need.

Anne Mulloy Hodge currently serves as the clubs Secretary. She co-chairs the Annual Steve Mulloy Reverse Raffle, is a member of the GOAT planning committee, and chairs the Annual Senior Unit/Honorees Dance committee. She is also tasked with sending all email blast communications of upcoming club events to the membership.

Michael Lavelle has been on the board for many years and was previously the clubs Secretary. He currently heads up the Jerry Lavelle 300 club and plans the Annual Christmas Party. He is active in helping the marching units on Sundays, and assists the board with things such as reviewing the constitution and caterer contracts.

Trustee Bios

Vincent Beach is a longtime and dedicated club member who was honored as Man of the Year in 2022. He serves in a leadership role with the GAA and has worked closely with the club to strengthen the relationship between the two organizations while encouraging new members to become involved in both. His efforts include bringing GAA events to the club, promoting the club while traveling for GAA events, and cohosting the clubs’ annual Night at the Races. In addition to his leadership and outreach efforts, Vince is always willing to lend a hand with more physically demanding projects, including helping to maintain and repair the playground. His commitment, energy, and willingness to serve make him a great trustee.

Kelly Dreamer is the newest addition to the board but has been active in many roles throughout the years. She has been leading the club’s majorette & flag units for many years. Most recently she has taken over the WSIA store including set ups at events such as the Irish Festival and the Irish boutique.

Tom Egan is newer to the board but not the club as he is a lifetime member. He assists with the Annual Night at the Races, lawn maintenance around the club, and anywhere else he is needed. He has been tasked to help with being a point person for the audio/visual equipment.

Jill Gallagher is a longtime and dedicated member of the club who continues to give generously of her time and talents. As an active member of the McNeeley Library Committee, Jill has played an important role in helping organize the popular annual Ladies Fashion and Tea event. Her involvement extends well beyond the committee, as she can often be found lending a hand at many club events and stepping in wherever help is needed. Jill’s willingness to volunteer and support the club makes her a valued part of our WSIA community.

Heather Harvey has been an integral part of the board for many years. She coordinates the marching units for St. Patrick’s Day, making sure everything is in order for the day. She is responsible for upgrading the POS system, co-chairs the Annual Raffle, Junior Unit Exhibition Dance and puts together the Annual St. Patrick’s Day Ad book.

John Lackey has been on the board for many years. He is dedicated to the Tuesday maintenance team and completes any work needed each week along with the maintenance crew. He also assists with the 25-card game and is the liaison to the Pioneers.

Maureen Lavelle is the former Financial Secretary and held that position for many years. She has been involved with the Ladies Reverse raffle and the WSIA store. She currently can be found volunteering on Fridays for Pub Grub and any event that needs help.

Pat Lavelle while she has been actively involved as a volunteer bartender for years she joined the board of trustees in 2024. At this time, she is currently in charge of all the clubs rentals and scheduling of bartenders. She has been involved with the Easter Bunny breakfast for years, the New Years Eve celebrations, Friday pub Grub, and recently took over the Annual Picnic.

Helen Malloy, a former president of the WSIA, wears many hats at the club. She currently is the head of the Entertainment committee and books all the bands from Friday night pub grub to the GOAT weekend. Additionally, she volunteers to bartend in addition to handling all of the bar ordering, she leads the monthly steak shoots, chairs the Annual Ladies Reverse Raffle, Senior/Honoree Dance, and many more events.

Patrick Malloy has been on the board for a few years and has been active with the building maintenance and upkeep. He can be found at the club every Tuesday doing whatever work that is needed. He has also been assisting with selling equipment that is no longer in use by the club.

Kevin McDonough currently serves as the clubs Sergeant-at-Arms. He is always found in the kitchen, leading McDonough’s brigade, helping with caterer contracts, and cooking for many events the club hosts throughout the year. He works diligently to make sure the kitchen is clean and ready for inspections. He also helps to chair the clubs Annual Steak Roast.