Obituaries Penn Lake

Aileen Romano

Aileen “BeBe” (Mahon) Romano, beloved Mother, Sister, and Nana of Stroudsburg, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 10, 2023, while in the loving care of her family with the support of St. Luke’s Hospice.

Born October 24, 1932 in Beaver Meadows, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Elizabeth (Coyle) Mahon. Aileen is also predeceased by husband Anthony “Caesar” Romano Sr.; daughter, Jean Maybin; son, Mick Romano; daughter-in-law, Robin (Graver) Romano; sisters, Leona Witchie and Elizabeth Grazio; and brother, Joseph Mahon.

Surviving are her son, Anthony “Tony” Romano, Jr. of Stroudsburg; daughter, Ann Law and her husband Brian of Stroudsburg; brother, Cornelius Mahon and his wife Jean of Beaver Meadows; grandchildren, Brian Law Jr. and his wife Dawn, Keith Law, Elizabeth Law, Ross Maybin and his wife Tayler, Audrey Maybin, and Christopher Romano; great-grandchildren, Ava Law, Abel Law, and Blake Maybin. Aileen is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Bebe was a graduate of Hazleton High School and a member of Our Lady of Victory R.C.C. in Tannersville. She worked at Banner Metal in

Stroudsburg for the majority of her career and then for St Luke’s Day Care until her retirement in 2012. In life, BeBe was faithful, generous, loving, and fiercely independent. Her family was the center of her world.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Philip J. Jeffries Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Weatherly.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, March 17, at 11 a.m. from Our Lady of Lourdes R.C.C., 318 Plane Street, Weatherly.

Interment will be in Union Cemetery, Weatherly.

Online condolences can be expressed by visiting www. griffithsfuneralfomes.com

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Continued from page 2 appropriations, business and economic development, and consumer affairs and transportation committees. He also is a member of the Low Emission Vehicle commission.

Carbon County row office filings include William O’Gurek prothonotary, William McGinley clerk of courts, Joseph Orsulak treasurer, and John Bruno Jr. vs. Margaret O’Donnell for register of wills. Weatherly Area School Board candidates are Daniel Humenick, George Schneider, Harold Sipler Jr., and Jeffrey Gavin.

Phil Engman wrote about basketball, and the coming men’s March basketball tour-

Continued from page 1 report noted that the zoning hearing board meeting on February 21 granted an application for a dimensional variance at 1109 Lakeview Drive.

Mayor Tom Carter brought up the issue of the Emergency Management Coordinator. This position is difficult to fill, and it was suggested that since this position is likely to become a paid position by the county, perhaps Penn Lake should consult with the neighboring municipalities to discuss their plans for filling their EMC positions. It may be possible that Penn Lake could jointly hire an EMC with White Haven, Dennison Township and Foster Township. The mayor would look into this.

In reports, secretary Karen Burden reported there was one Short Term Rental application was received, but nament. In the NCAAs, he picked North Carolina, Duke, Florida State and Michigan.

Marian’s boys’ basketball team beat Pius X 75 to 53 to earn a spot in the District 11 Class A championship, writes Carl Schigner. Kenny Lawson contributed “on both sides of the ball with eight points and seven rebounds.” On Friday, the Colts faced Schuylkill Haven and the Hurricanes proved too much, “strolling” to a 52 to 42 victory by shutting down the Colts offensive threats. Lawson had six points, and Jon Garber, two.

I wrote about two days of skiing at Red Mountain in British Columbia during a family week trip to see the Holders of Spokane. In a note at the column’s end, I it did not qualify.

Councilman Shaun Kuter, in his recreation report, said the port-o-potties will be placed at the ballpark and beach area before May 1, and stay through October 31. Regarding the lake, he thanked residents for keeping the geese moving, saying “they are coming to the lake but are not staying.” He also asked that residents please stop feeding the stray cats. Kuter attended the meeting via phone.

Longmore presented a list of companies nearby offering recycling obtained from the Luzernecounty. org website. Places that will take electronics for recycling include Best Buy, Staples, Salvation Army, Brenner Recycling, Waste Reduction Recycling and Cartridge World. Some of these places will take items free of charge, but it is best to check their websites or call for details and restrictions.

Council voted to accept noted the Blizzard of 1993 was a bust for local ski areas, as both Jack Frost and Big Boulder were closed due to the roads and the wind. I measured the snow in our back yard nearly two feet… too much to shovel.

I wrote a review of a fine and reasonably priced meal at The Fern Hotel. As an example, The Fern advertised in this issue weekend specials of Swordfish Steak, Broiled Crab Cakes or Chicken Irene for $9.95, while on Thursday, the dinner special is chicken and waffles for $5.95.

From The Journal

Issue of March 18, 1943

Publisher W. C. Taylor

As a benefit for the Red Cross, the Dennison Township Community Association the proposal for engineering work regarding the drainage project planned for 54 Williams Drive received from Borton Lawson Engineering, totaling $4,750. The project will be paid from ARPA funds. In his dam report, Rogan reported that work has started regarding surveys for easements. More work needs to be done regarding appraisals of the properties requiring easements, and also determining the impact of the easements. He noted that the Dam Advisory Group held a lengthy meeting recently.

Regarding the dam, Rogan introduced Resolution #1 of 2023, which sets up the drawdown of the dam funds for 6/9/23, in the amount of $2,940,000. He felt they should pass this now so it is in place and allows time for any necessary changes or corrections that might be required. The resolution was passed.

(will) sponsor a benefit Amateur program (of entertainment that will) be held at the Middleburg School House next Thursday evening. Music (will be) by The Wiz Boys. Donation is 25¢.

The local L.O.W.L. Protective Association received another shipment of some seven dozen breeding rabbits from Kansas here Monday. It was noted that several of them had given birth to their young in transit.

The people of White Haven and vicinity are asked to be prepared for a surprise blackout to be held before the end of the month. All persons are asked to look over and remember the revised rulings on the blackouts so as to avoid confusion.

WAHSAA presents check for Read Across America: The Weatherly Area High School Alumni Association recently presented a check for $700 to the Weatherly Area School District to assist with activities for Read Across America for March is Reading Month. Sue Ann Gerhard, vice-president of the WAHSAA, presented the check to superintendent Dan Malloy and supervisor of special programs Dr. Brian Pipech. Activities were held throughout the day and many volunteers, teachers and principals read to the students in grades Pre-K through fourth. This event is held annually. Back row, from left, Superintendent Malloy, Thing 1, Cat in the Hat, Title I Coordinator Jessica Ackourey, WAHSAA VP Gerhard, Thing 2, and Dr. Pipech.

Easter Flowers

Centenary United Methodist Church, Carbon St in Weatherly is placing Spring flowers in the church sanctuary for Easter. Available are lilies and mums, $10 and hyacinths, tulips, Rieger begonias and daffodils for $8. Anyone who would like to place one in memory or honor of someone can do so by calling Lori at 484-695-5973, please leave a message and your call will be promptly returned. Monetary donations are also being accepted. Deadline to order is Sunday, March 19.