About Us
Founded in 1968, The American Historical Society of Germans from Russia (AHSGR) is an international organization based in Lincoln, Nebraska that is dedicated to the discovery, collection, preservation, and dissemination of information related to the history, cultural heritage and genealogy of Germanic Settlers in the Russian Empire and their descendants.
The Oregon Chapter of AHSGR was organized in Portland, Oregon on April 25, 1971 and became formally affiliated the AHSGR International organization headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska on November 21, 1971.
Memberships are available with both the AHSGR International and the Oregon Chapter of AHSGR.
The Oregon Chapter of AHSGR is also an Affiliate Member of the Oregon Historical Society.
The Oregon Chapter of AHSGR was organized in Portland, Oregon on April 25, 1971 and became formally affiliated the AHSGR International organization headquartered in Lincoln, Nebraska on November 21, 1971.
Memberships are available with both the AHSGR International and the Oregon Chapter of AHSGR.
The Oregon Chapter of AHSGR is also an Affiliate Member of the Oregon Historical Society.
Organizational Documents
The Articles of Incorporation of the Oregon Chapter of the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia establish the organization as an Oregon nonprofit corporation. In addition, the articles of incorporation define the Purpose and Powers, Construction and Restrictions. The articles of incorporation were filed with the Oregon Secretary of State on May 22, 2000.
The Bylaws of the Oregon Chapter of the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia outline the structure of the organization. and list the day-to-day rules which provide comprehensive guidelines to keep things running smoothly. The duties and process for electing Officers and Directors are included in the bylaws. The current bylaws were adopted by the Board of Directors of the Oregon Chapter of AHSGR on October 23, 2023.
The Internal Revenue Service determined on January 4, 2002 that the Oregon Chapter of the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia is exempt from federal tax under section 501(a) of the Internal Revenue Code as an organization described in section 501 (c) (3).
The Bylaws of the Oregon Chapter of the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia outline the structure of the organization. and list the day-to-day rules which provide comprehensive guidelines to keep things running smoothly. The duties and process for electing Officers and Directors are included in the bylaws. The current bylaws were adopted by the Board of Directors of the Oregon Chapter of AHSGR on October 23, 2023.
The Internal Revenue Service determined on January 4, 2002 that the Oregon Chapter of the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia is exempt from federal tax under section 501(a) of the Internal Revenue Code as an organization described in section 501 (c) (3).
Board of Directors 2024
The Board of Directors is comprised of elected members (4 Officers and a currently 4 Directors). The Board of Directors generally meets immediately following the chapter meeting. All members are welcome to attend. Board meeting minutes and Treasurer's Reports are available to current Oregon Chapter Members upon request.
Officers:
Donna Tetrault, President (term ends 2025)
Ed Wagner, 2nd Vice President (term ends 2025)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2025) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page
Marilyn Schultz, Secretary (term ends 2025)
Directors:
Michael Frank, Director (term ends 2025) and Newsletter Editor
Carole Hayden, Director (term ends 2025)
Joan Porter, Director (term ends 2025)
Roz Rockweit (term ends 2025) and AHSGR National Board Director representing Oregon
Donna Tetrault, President (term ends 2025)
Ed Wagner, 2nd Vice President (term ends 2025)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2025) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page
Marilyn Schultz, Secretary (term ends 2025)
Directors:
Michael Frank, Director (term ends 2025) and Newsletter Editor
Carole Hayden, Director (term ends 2025)
Joan Porter, Director (term ends 2025)
Roz Rockweit (term ends 2025) and AHSGR National Board Director representing Oregon
Board of Directors 2023
Carole Hayden, President (term ends 2023)
Vacant, 1st Vice President
Ed Wagner, 2nd Vice President (term ends 2023)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2023) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page
Marilyn Schultz, Secretary (term ends 2023)
Joan Porter, Director (term ends 2024)
Donna Tetrault, Director (term ends 2023)
Michael Frank, Director (term ends 2023)
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Vacant, 1st Vice President
Ed Wagner, 2nd Vice President (term ends 2023)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2023) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page
Marilyn Schultz, Secretary (term ends 2023)
Joan Porter, Director (term ends 2024)
Donna Tetrault, Director (term ends 2023)
Michael Frank, Director (term ends 2023)
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Board of Directors 2022
Carole Hayden, President (term ends 2023)
Vacant, 1st Vice President
Ed Wagner, 2nd Vice President (term ends 2023)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2023) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page
Marilyn Schultz, Secretary (term ends 2023)
Joan Porter, Director (term ends 2022)
Donna Tetrault, Director (term ends 2023)
Michael Frank, Director (term ends 2023)
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Vacant, 1st Vice President
Ed Wagner, 2nd Vice President (term ends 2023)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2023) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page
Marilyn Schultz, Secretary (term ends 2023)
Joan Porter, Director (term ends 2022)
Donna Tetrault, Director (term ends 2023)
Michael Frank, Director (term ends 2023)
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Board of Directors 2021
Carole Hayden, President (term ends 2021)
Vacant, 1st Vice President
Ed Wagner, 2nd Vice President (term ends 2021)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2021) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page
Marilyn Schultz, Secretary (term ends 2021)
Bob Thorn, Director (term ends 2021)
Joan Porter, Director (term ends 2022)
Donna Tetrault, Director (term ends 2021)
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Vacant, 1st Vice President
Ed Wagner, 2nd Vice President (term ends 2021)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2021) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page
Marilyn Schultz, Secretary (term ends 2021)
Bob Thorn, Director (term ends 2021)
Joan Porter, Director (term ends 2022)
Donna Tetrault, Director (term ends 2021)
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Board of Directors 2020
Carole Hayden, President (term ends 2021)
Vacant, 1st Vice President
Ed Wagner, 2nd Vice President (term ends 2021)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2021) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page
Marilyn Schultz, Secretary (term ends 2021)
Bob Thorn, Director (term ends 2021)
Joan Porter, Director (term ends 2020)
Donna Tetrault, Director (term ends 2021)
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Vacant, 1st Vice President
Ed Wagner, 2nd Vice President (term ends 2021)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2021) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page
Marilyn Schultz, Secretary (term ends 2021)
Bob Thorn, Director (term ends 2021)
Joan Porter, Director (term ends 2020)
Donna Tetrault, Director (term ends 2021)
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Board of Directors 2019
Bob Thorn, President (term ends 2019)
Vacant, 1st Vice President
Ed Wagner, 2nd Vice President (term ends 2019)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2019) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page
Kirsten Holstein, Secretary (term ends 2019)
Carole Hayden, Director (term ends 2019)
Harold Kammerzell, Director (term ends 2019)
Joan Porter, Director (term ends 2020)
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Vacant, 1st Vice President
Ed Wagner, 2nd Vice President (term ends 2019)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2019) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page
Kirsten Holstein, Secretary (term ends 2019)
Carole Hayden, Director (term ends 2019)
Harold Kammerzell, Director (term ends 2019)
Joan Porter, Director (term ends 2020)
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Vacant, Director
Board of Directors 2018
Bob Thorn, President (term ends 2019)
Vacant, 1st Vice President
Vacant, 2nd Vice President
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2019) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page
Kirsten Holstein, Secretary (term ends 2019)
Michael Frank, Director (term ends 2018)
Carole Hayden, Director (term ends 2019)
Harold Kammerzell, Director (term ends 2019)
Joan Porter, Director (term ends 2018)
Ed Wagner, Director (term ends 2019)
Vacant, Director
Vacant, 1st Vice President
Vacant, 2nd Vice President
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2019) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page
Kirsten Holstein, Secretary (term ends 2019)
Michael Frank, Director (term ends 2018)
Carole Hayden, Director (term ends 2019)
Harold Kammerzell, Director (term ends 2019)
Joan Porter, Director (term ends 2018)
Ed Wagner, Director (term ends 2019)
Vacant, Director
Board of Directors 2017
Steve Schreiber, President (term ends 2017) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page.
Bob Thorn, 1st Vice President (term ends 2018)
Vacant, 2nd Vice President
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2017)
Mary Burbank, Secretary (term ends 2017)
Roger Burbank, Director (term ends 2017)
Michael Frank, Director and Newsletter Editor (term ends 2018)
Harold Kammerzell, Director (term ends 2017)
Joan Porter, Director (term ends 2018)
Ed Wagner, Director (term ends 2017)
Lee Ann Schlager, Director (term ends 2017)
Bob Thorn, 1st Vice President (term ends 2018)
Vacant, 2nd Vice President
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2017)
Mary Burbank, Secretary (term ends 2017)
Roger Burbank, Director (term ends 2017)
Michael Frank, Director and Newsletter Editor (term ends 2018)
Harold Kammerzell, Director (term ends 2017)
Joan Porter, Director (term ends 2018)
Ed Wagner, Director (term ends 2017)
Lee Ann Schlager, Director (term ends 2017)
Board of Directors 2016
Steve Schreiber, President (term ends 2017) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page.
Bob Thorn, 1st Vice President (term ends 2016)
Michael Frank, 2nd Vice President and Newsletter Editor (term ends 2016)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2017)
Mary Burbank, Secretary (term ends 2017)
Roger Burbank, Director (term ends 2017)
Herb Femling, Director (term ends 2016)
Harold Kammerzell, Director (term ends 2017)
Ed Wagner, Director (term ends 2017)
Lee Ann Schlager, Director (term ends 2017)
Thelma Wiest, Director (term ends 2016)
Bob Thorn, 1st Vice President (term ends 2016)
Michael Frank, 2nd Vice President and Newsletter Editor (term ends 2016)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2017)
Mary Burbank, Secretary (term ends 2017)
Roger Burbank, Director (term ends 2017)
Herb Femling, Director (term ends 2016)
Harold Kammerzell, Director (term ends 2017)
Ed Wagner, Director (term ends 2017)
Lee Ann Schlager, Director (term ends 2017)
Thelma Wiest, Director (term ends 2016)
Board of Directors 2015
Steve Schreiber, President (term ends 2015) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page.
Bob Thorn, 1st Vice President (term ends 2016)
Michael Frank, 2nd Vice President and Newsletter Editor (term ends 2016)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2015)
Mary Burbank, Secretary (term ends 2015)
Roger Burbank, Director (term ends 2015)
Herb Femling, Director (term ends 2016)
Harold Kammerzell, Director (term ends 2015)
Ed Wagner, Director (term ends 2015)
Bill Wiest, Director (term ends 2015)
Thelma Wiest, Director (term ends 2016)
Bob Thorn, 1st Vice President (term ends 2016)
Michael Frank, 2nd Vice President and Newsletter Editor (term ends 2016)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2015)
Mary Burbank, Secretary (term ends 2015)
Roger Burbank, Director (term ends 2015)
Herb Femling, Director (term ends 2016)
Harold Kammerzell, Director (term ends 2015)
Ed Wagner, Director (term ends 2015)
Bill Wiest, Director (term ends 2015)
Thelma Wiest, Director (term ends 2016)
Board of Directors 2014
Steve Schreiber, President (term ends 2015) and Administrator for the Oregon Chapter website and Facebook page.
Vacant, 1st Vice President
Bob Thorn, 2nd Vice President (term ends 2015)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2015)
Mary Burbank, Secretary (term ends 2015)
Roger Burbank, Director (term ends 2015)
Herb Femling, Director (term ends 2014)
Michael Frank, Director (term ends 2015) and Newsletter Editor
Harold Kammerzell, Director (term ends 2015)
Ed Wagner, Director (term ends 2015)
Bill Wiest, Director (term ends 2015)
Vacant, 1st Vice President
Bob Thorn, 2nd Vice President (term ends 2015)
Jim Holstein, Treasurer (term ends 2015)
Mary Burbank, Secretary (term ends 2015)
Roger Burbank, Director (term ends 2015)
Herb Femling, Director (term ends 2014)
Michael Frank, Director (term ends 2015) and Newsletter Editor
Harold Kammerzell, Director (term ends 2015)
Ed Wagner, Director (term ends 2015)
Bill Wiest, Director (term ends 2015)