Joseph J. Schaefers was installed as District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler at the Grand Lodge Convention held in Anaheim, California: July 19 - 23, 1998.  Brother Joseph J. Schaefers was installed as the District Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler representing C. Valentine Bates, GER for the PA Elks West Central District. Joe and Valentine are seen above congratulating each other and discussing their strategies for success.

  On a sad note, Brother Joe passed away on February 29, 2008.  He will be missed by us all!