Our Club Officers
President
James Didier
Jim Didier
Jim joined Wheels West in 2015 and has been on the Board since 2020. Jim has enjoyed the club family since his induction. He was also in Domes car club in East Los Angeles in his youth. In his later years, James established James Automotive specializing in Rods and Classic Cars, the last two cars he built were for himself, and then he retired.
Treasurer
Linda De Rose
Linda graciously took over the Treasurer's position in April of 2021. We are thankful for her willingness to step into this position and look forward to her help keeping all matters of finance in order in our club.
Cruise Chairperson
Burney Robinson
Burney is one of the original founders of Wheels West Car Club. Since 1984, Burney and his wife Sally have been welcoming new members to this wonderful organization of automotive enthusiasts.
Vice -President
Frank Graziano
Frank Graziano, Vice-President also runs the Mike the Headless Chicken Car Show and handles Apparel purchases.
Secretary
Lilly Fitch
Lilly was voted in and seconded for Secretary in November of 2025..
Cruise Chairperson
Ken Karp
Volunteers
Activities Chairpeople
Gail & Jackie Hunt
Parades, Picnics & Potlucks
Chairpersons
Sunshine Lady
Joan Harris
Member since 2003, Joan enjoys the friendships and numerous activities of the Club.
ID Badges
Leroy and Patty Arguello
Members for more that two years, they have been in the business community in the Valley for many years.
Tues Night Dinner Coordinator
Margaret Petersen
Members for more that two years, they have been in the business community in the Valley for many years.
Newsletter
Garry Watts
Past President, Board Member and Newsletter Creator.
Sargent at Arms
Tad Hartsough
Tad's wife Wendy, helps with the Sargent at Arms duties.
Coffee & Donuts Czar
Mark Archer
I bring the Donuts and make the Coffee!
Mailman
Dan Shern
A member since 2021 and club secretary from 2023-2025, Dan has assumed a new role in 2026 as the “club mailman”. He writes and designs the emails that keep members informed of upcoming events. He also designs and sends postcards to members on their birthdays. And he maintains the email and birthday databases for the club. Dan owns a 1993 40th year anniversary edition Corvette, a 1929 Ford Model A original, and a 1929 Ford Model A street rod. He and his wife, Roseli, have lived in Grand Junction since 2017.
Webmaster
Gerald Gustin (Jerry)
Recruited by Burney many years ago.