CARLA RUBUSCH - HOHNSTEIN

We regretfully announce the passing of Mrs. Carla Rubusch – Hohnstein who passed away on October 11th, 2019. She was a major force for Pioneer along with her sister, Patty Lonzaga , during the 1990’s. She worked in the kitchen, helped with bingo, and was a major contributor to the building of Pioneerland. Her son Jerry Hohnstein (#972) was a percussionist and drove both truck and our bus for 6 years. His sister, Nicole Hohnstein (#1186) was in the front ensemble for 3 years.

Carla can be remembered for her hard work for sure, but it was her wit and great sense of humor that just the mention of her name will put a big smile on all of the faces of those who knew her. In our corps’ prayer, the words, “The hard-working members of our corps” was definitely a true description of Carla. She definitely deserves a place in heaven’s St. Patrick Apartments.

Visitation: Saturday, October 26th from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at the Hartson Funeral Home located at 1111 W. Janesville Road in Hales Corners.


MIDWEST CORPS ALUMNI PICNIC

“Thank You” to the alumni of many Midwestern Corps who attended the 10th annual fall picnic. Talent was displayed by two excellent brass ensemble performances, proving that their abilities were not lost because of age!

Ken Norman and Roman Blenski showed off their huge collection display of the corps world from its beginning to the present. It was a cool day, but the “free” cans of Coke a Cola products as well as Pabst Blue Ribbon beer donated by our Pioneer Corps, was greatly appreciated. Many wore their corps jackets and gave Pioneer a bug thank you for the refreshments. However, coffee and hot chocolate might have been more appropriate for the cool weather. Thank you alumnus Bill Nylund for taking on the role of being the day’s bartender!

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picnic
picnic
picnic

AWARDS BANQUET

The banquet took place at Pioneerland on a nice bright sunny day. Our building, offices, and food truck were polished up for tours that were led by Bobby Bonslater for the parents and boosters of the summer drum line. Our all-purpose building was nicely decorated, the food was excellent, and a great presentation was given for all by guest speaker, Dr. Cecil Austin. Each member received their Shamrock & member number along with a token of appreciation in the form of a Pioneer hoodie sweatshirt which was very timely with the approaching fall/winter season.

Best Winter Season Snare Drummer  IVAN SANCHEZ  #2740
Best Summer Season Snare Drummer MICHAEL LISTON #2742
Best Winter Season Tenor Drummer COLLIN PETERS  
Best Summer Season Tenor Drummer JON GRAMITH #2754
Best Winter Season Bass Drummer KAITLIN PITRO #2755 
Best Summer Season Bass Drummer WILLIENE SUGAY  #2757
Best Winter Season Front Ensemble LETHRESE ROSETE #2765
Best Winter Season Color Guard GENEVIEVE BELLOT #2762
Best Summer Season Color Guard KARINA PITRO #2763
Perfect Attendance CRUZ GARCIA #2747
Perfect Attendance WILLIENE SUGAY #2757
Perfect Attendance SOPHIA LUONG #2761
Best Dressed Male DEVIN BOULAMATIS #2758
Best Dressed Female LETHRESE ROSETE #2765
Staff Member of Season TONY HIBBLER  
Appreciation Award CHRISTOPHER SMITH  
 
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banquet
 

2019 – 2020 PIONEER PERCUSSION SCHEDULE
(Complete Schedule TBA)

February 8th - WGI TROY, MICHIGAN REGIONAL
March 14-15 - WGI INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA REGIONAL
April 15-18 - WGI DAYTON, OHIO CHAMPIONSHIP

Mark your calendars with these important dates, proudly wear your corps hoodies, and enjoy watching some other awesome performances!


SUCCESS!

Pioneer alumnus Sam Karafotis #1799, band director of Atoka Oklahoma High School, now has a brand new aluminum trailer that is beautifully lettered. The professional appearance gives a positive and successful projection of the band. Congratulation, well done, and Better Every Day

 
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