PRESIDENT'S BIOGRAPHY

Joyce Waggoner was born and raised in Missouri and moved to Oregon in 1993. She and her husband, Don, have shared 38 years of marriage and have been blessed with three children: Jamie is married and lives in Georgia, Jen is married and the mother of four children, and Orin is attending UTI in California. Joyce is the payroll service manager for the accounting firm of Don Waggoner, CPA.

Joyce has been an NFRW member since 1983 and has been an active member of Oregon FRW since 1996. She has served in various local and state board positions, and as a delegate to the national convention. While being active in the Missouri FRW, Joyce was appointed by former Missouri Gov. John Ashcroft to the advisory board of the Division of Youth Services.

Joyce believes we have a legacy to develop political leaders for the future. "Republican women are a sisterhood based on the principles of the Republican Party, and great things can be accomplished by an organization working together."

Publisher's Note: Text published as provided by Oregon FRW.

FEDERATION PROFILE

The Oregon Federation formally was organized in 1940 and affiliated with the NFRW that same year. The state has seven districts and 24 clubs.

The Oregon Federation had its beginnings in 1935 when Irene Gerlinger and Ella Allen Scott of Portland organized a women's political group, Republican Women of Oregon Inc. A month later, the group also organized under the auspices of Pro America, founded by Mrs. Theodore Roosevelt. In 1940, the group was approved to become a member of the NFRW and maintained membership in both organizations. By 1945, two more Republican women's groups had been founded. Ultimately, members from all three organizations wanted to unite the strength of Republican women to work "toward one goal, Republican victories in Oregon."

Today, members educate Oregon voters about Republican philosophy and help elect Republican candidates by volunteering countless hours to campaigns. The clubs participate in local community events such as parades and fairs. They provide scholarships, sponsor essay contests, and assist in food and clothing programs for the needy.

Past presidents include:
Marjorie Hughes
Linda Hellenthal
Linda Flores
Nancy Aamodt, 1994-97
Millie Glodowski, 1992-93
Char Merriman, 1990-91
Heidi Smith, 1986 (also served as NFRW president)
Eleanor Boese, 1983-85, 86-89
Bettye Jo Scofield, 1981-82
Beverly Myers, 1977-80
Beryl Stephens, 1975-76
Doris Thoen, 1973-75
Jean Young, 1971-73
Shirley Shay Miller, 1969-70
Ila Venator, 1968-79
Vivian Adams, 1966-67
Helen Daugherty, 1963-65
Genieve Leveton, 1961-63
Cappy Strawn, 1959-60
Wilma Bishop (founding)

Publisher's Note: Text published as provided by Oregon FRW.

LOCAL CLUBS

Beaverton West Slope RW Benton County RW Capitol City RW Coos County RW Curry Coastal RW East Clackamas County RW Jackson County RW Josephine County RW

King City/Tigard RW Klamath County RW Lake Oswego RW Linn County RW Milton-Freewater RW Mt. Hood RW North Coast RW Polk County RW

Portland Northeast RW Roundup RW RW of Central Lane RW of Downtown    Portland Town & Country RW Treasure Valley RW Umpqua Valley RW