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Luncheon Registration Process

We are hopeful that you will be able to join us for each and every luncheon this year. Please make note of the registration guidelines below.

  • Registration for all luncheons will end at midnight the Friday before our Thursday luncheon. Members will be charged the normal $40 fee.
  • Late registrations received on the weekend, beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday and ending at midnight on Sunday, will still be guaranteed a reserved seat for Thursday’s event at a cost of $45.
  • Cancelations must be requested at reservations@armyspousesclub.org by midnight the Sunday before the luncheon to receive a refund.    

The same timelines and fees will be applied to any visitors accompanying members.  

As always, please mark your calendars for the Army Spouses Club every third Thursday of the month.  In order to take advantage of the $40 luncheon fee, be sure to register promptly when you receive your luncheon notification.  

We look forward to seeing you soon!



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We are proud to be The Army Spouses’ Club where we warmly welcome Spouses married to Soldiers, DA Civilians and other Military members of ALL ranks.

We are also proud of our history and the evolution of our organization. 

→ 2026-2027 Presidents
2026-2027 Presidents
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→ Past Presidents

A Little History ....

In 1974, The Fort Myer Wives Club officially changed their name to The Army Officers’ Wives’ Club of the Greater Washington Area.  Although the name changed, the duties of Army Wives did not.  They continued to stand in silent ranks supporting their Soldiers, the Army, and our nation.  As today, they did not serve for recognition; they did it because they fell in love with a Soldier and that was the lifestyle expected of an Army Wife. At that time, organizations such as ours were cherished as their members found friendship, comraderie and encouragement in the relationships made within the club community.  



In 1976, our club reached out to Ida Terry and asked her to create a seal representing the Army Wife of that era and the unwritten expectations of the role.  She generously did so, and detailed information on the symbols included may be found below.  Our club has proudly displayed the graphic as representation of our membership since that time.   

As the world and Army changed, so did the club and along with it, the faces of its membership.  In 2016, we changed our name to the Army Spouses’ Club of the Greater Washington Area as we welcomed male members, and in April of 2018 we became the inclusive club we are today by voting to welcome Spouses married to all military ranks.

While the club's name has changed a few times, we find that our members come together for some of the same reasons we did in 1974.  Now, as then, we value each other's uniqueness, perspective and individuality, and we continue to take pride in the role of Army Spouse.  No matter the title of our club, we are certain within the embracing arms of our membership, Military Spouses will always find encouragement, comradery, and friendship.

The Army Wife Seal

The EAGLE at the top of the circle represents the Army Wife, who in protecting her nest, also protects the flag and the future it represents. Alert and poised, she is ready to defend either when the need arises.

As the ultimate goal of her husband's profession is peace, so it is hers. The OLIVE BRANCH held by the eagle represents this peace; her hope for an end to wars for her husband and her children.

The DOUBLE CIRCLE enclosing all is her wedding band, symbol of eternity and never-ending love. This circle is broken only by the eagle, here a symbol of her duty to country. For the Army Wife, the break in the circle represents the many separations and the possible ultimate sacrifice.



  • The LYRE, symbol of harmony, gentility and romance, surrounds the four phases of her life that she holds dear.
  • The CRADLE represents her children, her Mother - her own Motherhood.
  • The SHEAF of wheat represents the staples and stability she provides for her family - her duty.
  • The GRAPES represent the social life, the wine, fun, sense of humor - her lighter side.
  • The open BOOK represents her individuality and personal self-fulfillment thru knowledge and wisdom. The person she is and becomes - her personal self.

The Army Wives Seal was designed by Mrs Ida True Terry who signed an ownership agreement with the club on 4 Aug 1976.  The club recorded the trademark and has maintained the registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office.  The seal may not be used or reproduced without permission from The Army Spouses’ Club of the Greater Washington Area.


Honoring the leadership, service, and dedication of those who have guided our Club through the years.

Our Club Presidents

 Mrs. Frank Kornet Jr. 1974-1975
 Mrs. James M. Lee 1975-1976
 Mrs. Donald Steiger 1976-1977
 Mrs. Tom Brain 1977-1978
 Mrs. E.B. Leedy 1978-1979
 Mrs. Eugene Allen 1979-1980
 Mrs. John Keeling 1980-1981
 Mrs. Donald Mensch 1981-1982
 Mrs. F.R. Stevens 1982-1983
 Mrs. John Mitchell 1983-1984
 Mrs. Michael Stupka 1984-1985
 Mrs. Frances Maroun 1985-1986
 Mrs. William Hecker Jr. 1986-1987
 Mrs. Robert RisCassi 1987-1988
 Mrs. Lynn Hooper 1988-1989
 Mrs. Howard Eggleston 1989-1990
 Mrs. Robert Reid 1990-1991
 Mrs. Thomas LoPresti 1991-1992
 Mrs. Lynn Hooper 1992-1995
 Mrs. Judith Jagielski 1995-1997

 Mrs. Harry Gatanas 1997-1998
 Mrs. Deborah Holton 1998-2000
 Mrs. Barb Willey 2000-2002
 Mrs. Paula Ann Mancini 2002-2003
 Mrs. Janis Waller 2003-2005
 Mrs. Janice Brintnall 2005-2006
 Mrs. Patty Penn 2006-2008
 Mrs. Thomas Rotondi 2008-2010
 Mrs. Barb Willey  2010-2012
 Mrs. Nancy Jackson 2012-2013
 Mrs. Laura Davis 2013-1014
 Mr. Raymond Horoho 2014-2015
 Mrs. Christine Jones 2015-2017
 Mrs. Kelly Kreis 2017-2019
 Mrs. Michelle Funkhouser 2019-2020
 Mrs. Launa Klimovicz 2020-2021
 Mrs. Ramona Smith  2021-2023
 Mrs. Connie Semonite 2023-2025
 Mrs. Jennifer Price  2025-2026
 Mrs. Michelle Funkhouser Currently Serving
 Mrs. Paula Rowe  Currently Serving

2026-2027 Presidents


  Paula RowePaula Rowe

Paula Rowe is honored to serve as Co-President of ASCGWA for the 2026–2027 club year. She lives in Old Town Alexandria with her husband, Christopher Rowe, who is in his 22nd year of active duty service in the Army and is currently stationed at Fort Belvoir. They have two sons in college, Zachary and Joshua.

Paula has a background in Psychology and Education. She has served on the ASCGWA Board for the past two years as Reservations Chair and has previously held positions in Reservations, Activities, and Tour of Homes with several other spouses' clubs throughout her family's Army journey.

In her free time, Paula enjoys trying new recipes, reading, exploring all that the DMV has to offer, and cheering on her favorite teams—the Chicago Bears and the Chicago Cubs. She is excited for another wonderful year of friendship, service, and connection with ASCGWA members.

  Michelle Funkhouser
 
  
 
   

Hello! I’m Michelle Funkhouser, and I’m honored to serve as the Co-President of the Army Spouses’ Club alongside Paula Rowe. I have been an ASCGWA member since 2017.

As a military “brat” (my father is a Marine), military spouse, and military mom (our Army son is stationed at Joint Base Lewis-McChord), I have experienced 26 military moves throughout my lifetime. My spouse and I were high school sweethearts, part of the USMA 2% club, and have three grown children and six wonderful grandchildren. My spouse retired in December 2020 after 35 years of service, and we now call Williamsburg, VA, our home.

I have volunteered with the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, PTAs, post chapels, and several spouses' clubs. I have led or participated in Family Readiness Groups at each of our assignments.

I previously served on the ASCGWA Board as the Newsletter Editor, Publicity Chair, First Vice President, and President. I love traveling, photography, scrapbooking, volunteering, reading, and cherishing moments with my grandchildren.


I agree that when attending and/or participating in an event organized by the Army Spouses’ Club of the Greater Washington Area (ASCGWA), I do so at my own risk. 

In addition, I will use good judgement, obey all laws, and take care to avoid any injury to myself, others, or property, and will not hold ASCGWA responsible for any mishaps.

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