Military Order of the Devil Dogs

WEST VIRGINIA PACK

The Military Order of the Devil Dogs, commonly known as the MODD, is the fun and honor society of the Marine Corps League. The West Virginia Pack brings Devil Dogs together through fellowship, growls, recognition, remembrance, and continued support of the League across the Mountain State.

West Virginia Pack

The West Virginia Pack of the Military Order of the Devil Dogs supports fellowship, tradition, and good humor within the Marine Corps League.

 

Through local Pounds, Pack growls, and Department gatherings, Devil Dogs continue to strengthen the bonds of League membership across West Virginia.

Active Pounds

Mountain Men Pound 153 — Parkersburg
Minutemen Pound 215 — Huntington
Mountain Hounds Pound 358 — Elkins

ABOUT THE WEST VIRGINIA PACK

The West Virginia Pack of the Military Order of the Devil Dogs supports the fellowship, tradition, and good humor that are part of the MODD experience within the Marine Corps League.

 

Through local Pounds, Pack activities, growls, and gatherings, Devil Dogs continue to strengthen the bonds of League membership while honoring those who have served and those who have gone before us.

 

Local Pounds generally hold growls three to four times each year. The West Virginia Pack also holds mini-Growls during the Department of West Virginia Fall and Winter Conferences, and the Annual Grand Growl of the West Virginia Pack is held during the Department Convention.

 

The Pack has also held Annual Gatherings of the Dogs at the call of the Pack Leader, providing additional opportunities for fellowship and participation beyond regular Pound and Pack activities.

GROWLS & GATHERINGS

Pounds across West Virginia hold growls throughout the year, providing local opportunities for Devil Dogs to gather, participate, and enjoy the fellowship of the Order.

The West Virginia Pack holds mini-Growls during Department of West Virginia Fall and Winter Conferences. The Annual Grand Growl of the West Virginia Pack is held during the Department of West Virginia Convention.

Annual Gatherings of the Dogs may also be held at the call of the Pack Leader.

Local Pound Growls

Pounds generally hold growls three to four times each year.

Pack Mini-Growls

Held during Department Fall and Winter Conferences.

Annual Grand Growl

Held during the Department of West Virginia Convention.

WEST VIRGINIA PACK OFFICERS

The West Virginia Pack is led by Pack Officers who help guide Pack activities, communications, growls, membership coordination, and support for local Pounds.

Officer information may be updated following Department conventions and Pack elections.

Current officer information will be updated as new Pack leadership is confirmed.

WEST VIRGINIA PACK DOGS OF THE YEAR

The West Virginia Pack recognizes Devil Dogs whose service, fellowship, and commitment reflect the spirit of the Military Order of the Devil Dogs and the Marine Corps League.

2024

PDD James M. Doss

Pound 153

PDD Wayne Starcher

Pound 153
2023
2022

PDD Richard Sneigle

Pound 153

PDD Scott Kirby

Pound 153
2021
2020

PDD Chuck Cooper

Pound 215

DD Roger Estep

Pound 215
20216
2018

PDD Greg Irwin

Pound 358

PDD Rick Shank

Pound 215
2015
2014

PDD Roger Ware

Pound 358

PDD Mike McLain

Pound 153
2013
2012

DD Denny Wood

Pound 215

PDD John Hensle

Pound 215
2011

Past Worthy West Virginia Pack Leaders

The West Virginia Pack recognizes the leadership and service of those who have served as Worthy Pack Leader.

Past WV Pack Kennel Dogs of the Year

Past WV Pack Kennel Dog Robbers of the Year

IN MEMORIAM

The West Virginia Pack honors and remembers Devil Dogs who have passed, recognizing their fellowship, service, and lasting place within the Pack and the Marine Corps League family.

DECEASED DOGS OF THE WEST VIRGINIA PACK, 2025–2026

Official MODD Resources

The Kennel publishes the Woof-O-Gram newsletter quarterly. Devil Dogs and Pound leadership may also use official MODD resources and the Kennel Management Application for membership and administrative needs.

Visit MODD Website

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