Board of Directors

Linda L. Erickson, a retired sales associate from JCPenney, serves as the Secretary and Director of Programs for the NW Montana Veterans Stand Down & Food Pantry, where she oversees program development and organizational operations.

Lynn P. Ogle, a retired Chief Deputy and Deputy Director of Emergency Management for Flathead County with 30 years of service, is a founding board member of the NW Montana Veterans Food Pantry. He also serves on the North Fork Improvement Association board, contributing 35 years to community development.

Bonny Ogle, a retired State Farm Insurance Agent with 23 years of service, is a founding board member of the NW Montana Veterans Food Pantry, contributing over 20 years. She has also served in various roles on the North Fork Improvement Association board for over 25 years.

Bob West, a U.S. Army veteran based in Korea and retired firefighter, served with Seattle Fire and as a paramedic trained at the University of Washington. A member of Local #27 Fire and Alaska #1234 Carpenter Union, he contributed to disaster response in Mexico City and Armenia, and serves on the NW Montana Veterans Food Pantry board.

Deborah Pancoast serves as the Treasurer for the NW Montana Veterans Stand Down & Food Pantry, managing financial operations to support the organization’s mission of aiding veterans.

Kelsey Turner, Retail Branch Manager at First Interstate Bank in Whitefish, serves as a board member of the NW Montana Veterans Food Pantry. She also contributes to the Stumptown Historical Society, supporting veterans and community heritage initiatives.