The Gresham Lions first Melvin Jones Fellow is Norman Brei.  No one of our members deserves this honor more than Norm.  He has been the backbone of the club in all the activities we undertake.  When a softball tournament is scheduled, you can be sure that the details are under control.  If the club is selling roses, Norm attends meetings and follows through.  During the State Bowling tournament, Norm worked with other clubs to coordinate our efforts.  And last but not least, Norm is always present at events, meetings, whenever the he can help the Gresham Lions and our community.  A Grrreat Lion day-to-day and decade-to-decade… Norm received his 50-year Monarch Chevron in 2011.  Thanks for all your hard work and dedication Norm!

Generations

The Gresham Lions Club was chartered in 1953 when a group of community-minded individuals came together to impact the future.  Our club has gained and lost members, just as most other clubs have done over the years.  Some members see the big picture and work hard to fulfill our vision.  We believe that an unusual event for any club is taking place this year in the Gresham Lions Club.

 The nucleus of our club keeps us moving forward.  The Paiser family members have been part of this nucleus.  Charter member, Jim Redmond, sponsored Dick Paiser and began a tradition.  Dick’s brother, Pete, transferred to the Gresham Club a few years ago.  Dick’s sons, Gary and Tim, continued the family tradition as Lions.  This year the third generation of Paiser men has joined the club as active members.  Tim’s son, Trevor, recently graduated high school.  He plans to work the family farm with the rest of Tim’s family and is our newest Lion.