Fall 2012 - San Diego County Swiss Club

September, 2012
Our yearly Schwingfest held June 16th, was a huge success, with wrestlers traveling from Ripon, Buckeye,AZ and
as far as Corvallis, OR. The large crowd enjoyed the wrestling and all the festivities. Thanks to all the volunteers who
helped make the Schwingfest so successful.
The Prime Rib dinner prepared by California Catering was a hit. Evening entertainment was provided by Mal
Jaeger & The Edelweiss Band and was enjoyed by all.
Swiss Wrestling Results
Seniors
8-9 yr olds
Frank Kaech, Ripon, CA
Kyle Gingg, Buckeye, AZ
Steven Widmer, Ripon, CA
Morgan Lujan, El Grove, CA
Luis Ojeda, San Diego, CA
David Hollie, San Diego, CA
Quantail Jackson, San Diego, CA
Ji Brownell, San Diego, CA
Samuel Paris, Chula Vista, CA
Mike Berchtold, Ripon, CA
Ricardo Moriel, San Diego, CA
Daniel Soltero, San Diego, CA
Eddie Bajet, Chula Vista, CA
Paul Hernandez, Chula Vista, CA
Anton Ulrich, Corvalis OR
Ross Johnson, Temecula, CA
58.00
57.75
57.00
56.75
56.00
55.75
55.75
55.50
55.50
55.25
55.00
55.00
54.70
54.50
53.75
53.50
Logan Gingg, Buckeye, AZ
Derek Johnston, Brawley, CA
Donovan Johnston, Holtville, CA
Collin Leeman, San Diego, CA
Joshua Hernandez, San Diego, CA
58.75
56.00
55.75
53.75
17.50
Gunner Gingg, Buckeye, AZ
Sean Magtoto, San Diego, CA
Dion Johnston, Holtville, CA
Colt Britschgi, Holtville, CA
Noah Hernandez, San Diego, CA
57.75
56.50
55.50
53.50
17.50
Jacob Merten, Holtville CA
Jessica Corral, San Diego, CA
29.50
26.25
Boys 14-17 yrs
Juniors
5-6-7 yr olds
Mens
Stone throw winners
1. Mike Arnold
2. Quintail Jackson
1. Ricardo Moriel
119”
109”
8-13 yrs
178” 1. Colton O’Connell
Womens
1. Stacey Britschgi
2. Kristen Sheriff
155”
137”
91”
On Wed., August 1st the SD Swiss Club held their annual Swiss Independence Day celebration. We had our
traditional games of water balloon toss, tug-o-war, two legged and three legged races. Everyone won something for their participation. Especially exciting this year was the full moon we all enjoyed as our President, Tony
Odermatt, ignited the LARGE bonfire and our children and adults alike circled the fire with their lampions illuminated by the moonlight. A special thanks to Gordon Kohl who assisted those walking by playing traditional Swiss
songs. It was a real treat to hear everyone gather around him as he played songs that everyone was able to
sing along with. A special thanks to Fred and Margie Burri and their family for joining us at this special
event. Fred sang Happy Birthday to Tony Odermatt as it is also our President’s birthday. Thank you all for joining
us and making this such a special evening – I can think of no better way than to spend August 1st at the
San Diego County Swiss Club.
Swiss Ladies
Tues, Sept. 11th, the Swiss Ladies met at the Swiss Club.
New officers were elected for the coming year.
President: Martha Morera
Secretary: Marianne Egger
Treasurer: Christina Zeller
EVENTS 2012-2013
Husbands and guests are always welcome.
Tues., Oct. 2, 2012
The Iris Restaurant
Martha Morera 858-481-7723
Tues., Apr.2
The Julian Grille
Elsbeth 858-792-2875
Tues., Nov. 13
Thanksgiving Luncheon
Swiss Park
Marilyn Pluss 619-479-7693
Tues., May 7
Visit The Flower Fields
Bellefleur Restaurant
Lucie Walther 858-755-8060
Tues., Dec. 4
Hotel del Coronado
Marianne Egger 619-234-5214
Tues., June 4
Summer Luncheon
Swiss Club
Tues., Jan. 8, 2013
Galley at the Marina
Jane Hanson 619-426-4735
July & Aug.
no activities
Tues., Feb. 5
C Level Restaurant
Christine Zeller 760-436-2642
Tues., Sept. 10
Swiss Club
Election of officers; plan for
our 2013-2014 year
Tues., Mar. 5
The Fish Market Restaurant
Martha Morera 858-481-7723
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We are looking for a caring and compassionate
person to take over the Sunshine Club You would be
notified when a member is sick, in the hospital or has
passed away. The volunteer would be notified of the
“event” and ensure that a card and flowers/plant are delivered to
the person. Our previous volunteers were a couple – Walter and
Marianne Egger – who did a fantastic job for many years. Please
think about it and if you think you want to take on this very important position, please call Karen Odermatt at
619-972-8863 or email me at
karenodermatt@gmail.com. Thank you.
N e w s f r o m T h e Swiss Shooters
The Swiss Rifle Team has a Swiss Military
Karabiener and ammunition waiting for you.
Come join us. We shoot every 2nd Saturday of
the month from 9am to 11am. On Sat. Sept.
8th we conducted our Einzel Wettschiessen. We had 8
shooters competing and 7 of them scored high enough to
receive a Medal. Good shooting. Doug Baucom had the
highest score with 135 points. If you are interested in joining
give me a call.
Ruedi Lusti 619-295-1749
Member News
WALTER BUCHMANN—Nov. 11, 1919-June 25, 2012.
Walter, born in Switzerland, came to the U.S. in 1949,
master pastry chef and restauranteur. Passed away
at age 92 of leukemia. Survived by his loving wife
Hilde, daughter Arlene, family and many friends.
Memorials may be given to: San Diego Ronald
McDonald House. Published in San Diego Union
Tribune on July 8, 2012.
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GERDA MARES—February 14,1914—September 20, 2012
Gerda from Chula Vista, was a long time Swiss Club
member and a very active volunteer in the community.
She will be missed by all.
Come and enjoy the day * Free Admission *
Doors open at 1:00 pm *Open BBQ *
Bratwurst Plate - with fruit & salad - $8
(will begin serving around 1:30 pm)
* Fondue $10 per person *
includes bread
(served around 3:00 pm)
Desserts, Wine, and Beer available
* RESERVATIONS FOR FONDUE ARE REQUIRED *
so please contact
Debbie Morris - dmorris379@aol.com
or call 619-922-4474
Make your reservation by October 9th!
Bring your fondue pots, fuel & forks
San Diego County
Swiss Club
Board of Directors
Tony Odermatt, President
Daniel Vanetti, Vice President
Karen Odermatt, Treasurer
Tina Duenez, Recording Secretary
Margot Linback, Membership Secretary
Debbie Morris, Corresponding Secretary
Steve Egger, Director
Fred Lehmann, Director
Ruedi Lusti, Director
THE SWISS
Swiss Club President
Tony Odermatt
(619) 507-9754
oderton@gmail.com
Newsletter Editor
Debbie Morris
(619) 922-4474
dmorris379@aol.com
Swiss Club Website www.sdswissclub.com
Daniel Vanetti
(619) 243-0217
SwissClub@webpublishing.com
Swiss Park Managers
The Escobedo Family
swissclubevents@gmail.com
619) 423-1036, (619) 947-3210
Swiss Ladies
Marilyn Pluss
mpluss@cox.net
(619) 479-7693
Swiss Shooters
Ruedi Lusti
lustii@cox.net
(619) 295-1749
West Coast Swiss Wrestling Association
President
Tony Odermatt
(619) 507-9754
oderton@gmail.com
Please join us
San Diego County Swiss Club’s
Christmas Party
Sunday, December 9th, 2012
EVENT CALENDAR 2012
Apr. 15th - Spring Picnic/Fondue
If you have news or pictures you
June 16th - Schwingfest
would like to share
Aug. 1st - Swiss National Day
Oct. 14th - Fall Picnic
Dec. 2nd - General Meeting
Dec. 9th - Christmas Party
Please email to:
dmorris379@aol.com or call
Debbie @ 619-922-4474