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ROOTED IN SOMERS
The Somers Lions are proud members of Lions International, the world’s largest volunteer philanthropic organization. But at our heart, we are simply neighbors helping neighbors. Since 1966, we’ve been a 100% volunteer-run foundation where local residents donate their time, skills, and heart to build a stronger community for us all.
If you live in or around Somers, you’ve likely seen us in action! Whether were ushering cars at our Annual Carnival at Fireman’s Field, selling tickets for our Car Raffle, or providing quiet, confidential support to a family in crisis. We don’t just serve Somers; we live here, and we’re dedicated to ensuring our town remains a place where everyone can thrive.
1966
Year Founded
120
Members
Charities Helped
400
Members
THE PRIDE OF SOMERS: OUR MEMBERS
Member Last Name | Member First Name | Member Since |
|---|---|---|
Adams Jr. | Lawton | 2009 |
Alexanian | Warren | 1987 |
Antonaccio | Emil | 1974 |
Antonucci | Robert | 2001 |
Barr | Anita | 2013 |
Berte | Joe | 2025 |
Billingsley | Jerry | 1966 |
Bisogni | Louis | 1994 |
Boemio | Chris | 2021 |
Bridgham | Rick | 1996 |
Brooks, Jr | John D. | 2019 |
Callan | Cesar | 2004 |
Carroll | John | 2006 |
Carroll | John P. | 2019 |
Christiansen | Carol | 2015 |
Cirieco | Anthony | 2024 |
Cirieco | Carol | 2002 |
Cooperman | Richard | 2011 |
Crispinelli | Lin | 2022 |
Currie | John | 1989 |
D'Agostino | Denise | 2019 |
DeLucia | Nick | 1991 |
DeSimone | Mike | 1994 |
Domanico | Robert | 1996 |
Enea | Anthony | 2021 |
Fasone | John | 2021 |
Faulkner | Jill | 2019 |
Faulkner | Meredith | 2020 |
Faulkner | William | 2014 |
Fazio | Tyler | 2025 |
Fidellow | Al | 1993 |
Forbes | Gary | 1998 |
Fortin | Billy | 2019 |
George | David | 2009 |
Goodwin | Mike | 2025 |
Greczylo | E.J. | 2010 |
Greczylo | George | 2006 |
Gregorio | Analaura | 2024 |
Halley | Jeff | 2013 |
Hanley | Chris | 2010 |
Harkins | John | 1966 |
Heller | Bruce T. | 2017 |
Hintze | Glenn | 2014 |
Jocelyn | Tom | 2010 |
Kaplowitz | Mike | 2007 |
Karoglanian | Glen | 2006 |
Katzenstein | John | 2025 |
Keets | Crystal | 2025 |
Klatsky | Jason | 2016 |
Kucera | David | 1996 |
Kugler | Ted | 2007 |
LaSpina | Brandon | 2019 |
LaSpina | Robert "RJ" | 2017 |
LaSpina III | Paul | 2010 |
Liscio | Vinny | 1989 |
Longobardi | Ashlyn | 2021 |
Lovequist | Susan | 2021 |
MacGregor | Robert | 2003 |
Mancini | John | 2005 |
Marchetti | Michelle | 2023 |
Marra | Joseph | 2024 |
Masi | Phil | 2001 |
Mazzola | Hope | 2014 |
McAnaw | Judi | 2018 |
McCormack | Madeline | 2013 |
McEvoy | Dawn | 2017 |
McEvoy | Leam | 2025 |
McEvoy | Melissa | 2023 |
Merritt | Karen | 2011 |
Milohnic | Pete | 1982 |
Minnaugh | Bill | 1991 |
Morrissey | Rick | 1989 |
Murphy | Marybeth | 2000 |
Newell | John | 2018 |
Nicholson | Margaret | 2017 |
Nieves | Michael | 2024 |
Papa | Vinny | 2006 |
Patierno | Larry | 1989 |
Pean | Nicole | 2017 |
Penzine | Don | 1984 |
Peterson Jr | Harry | 2007 |
Puckhaber | Bill | 1989 |
Purcigliotti | Angelo | 1984 |
Purcigliotti | Ellen | 1996 |
Reda | Theresa | 2023 |
Reginella | Michael | 2019 |
Reimann | Matthew | 2022 |
Reimann | Tracy | 2012 |
Reimann | Victoria | 2016 |
Rios | George | 2006 |
Ruggiero | Christopher | 2017 |
Rukaj | Isabella | 2019 |
Sanzillo | Gussie | 2025 |
Sapere | Mario | 2008 |
Scorrano
| Robert | 2022 |
Sharp | Jim | 2008 |
Simpson | Dan | 1992 |
Smith | Bob | 2025 |
Smith | Dave | 1972 |
St. Rose | Sharla | 2022 |
HONORING
OUR MEMBERS
Here's Why You Should Join Us
2026/2027
OFFICERS
Glen Karoglanian | President | |
Bob Antonucci | 1st Vice President | |
Maddy McCormack | 2nd Vice President | |
John P Carroll | 3rd Vice President | |
Dawn McEvoy | Secretary | |
Michelle Marchetti | Assistant Secretary |
Paul LaSpina | Finance Chairman | |
Phil Masi | Treasurer | |
Mario Sapere | Asst. Treasurer | |
Rob Smith | 2nd Assistant Treasurer | |
John P Carroll | Technology Director | |
Maddy McCormack | Marketing Director | |
Nicole Pean | Membership Director |
Chris Hanley | Director | |
Vinny Papa | Director | |
John Mancini | Directors 2026-27 | |
Joe Berte | Directors 2026-27 | |
Judi McAnaw | Past President | |
Laurel Wines | Lion Tail Twister | |
Carol Chrisiansen | Lion Tail Twister |
Deb Tatar | LEO Coordinator | |
Rick Bridgham | LEO Coordinator | |
Angelo Purcigliotti | Director Emeritus | |
Ellen Purcigliotti | Director Emeritus | |
Warren Alexanian | Director Emeritus |
A Legacy of Service: Our Story in Motion
Discover how the Somers Lions Club has spent decades turning community needs into local action. This video captures the heart of our mission and the neighbors we serve.
OUR STORY
Built to Serve
The Somers Lions Club was chartered in 1966 by a small group of neighbors who wanted to make a difference in Somers. Over the past 50+ years, they’ve grown into a vibrant organization, organizing town events, and lending a helping hand wherever it’s needed. For decades, the Lions have lived their motto: “We Serve.”
“When there’s an opportunity to help, they’ll jump in.”
- Jerry Billingsley, founding member
SOMERS LEOS
Tomorrow's Leaders
Our LEOs are the next generation of leaders, young people from Somers High School who are driven to serve their community. Through hands-on projects, fundraising, and volunteer work, they learn the power of giving back and the joy of making a difference.
“Nothing is better than seeing smiles on peoples faces that we help. One day I hope to throw on one of these purple shirts and be a Lion myself.”
- RJ LaSpina, Leo
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