Journal of the Pocono Plateau, July 8-21, 2021 by canwinjournal

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GFWC Pocono Mountain Women’s Club honors 50 year member The GFWC Pocono Mountain Women’s Club held their Annual June Dinner on Monday, June 28, at Boulder View Tavern in Lake Harmony. During the dinner members were honored for their years of volunteerism and service to the community. One member, Joanne Pitzer, has been with the General Federation of Women’s Clubs for 50 years in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. She wears many hats collecting items for Angel’s Closet, Nurse Family Partnership and The Dental Clinic. Joanne delivers Meals On Wheels and knits baby

blankets and lap blankets for the veterans and so much more. GFWC Pennsylvania 1st Vice President Heide Cebrick presented Joanne with a special certificate and letter of appreciation from GFWC PA president Sandra Hauenstein. Other members were also honored for their years of membership — Ginny Day 20 years, Judy Grace 20 years, Phyllis Nutt 15 years, Diane Lake 15 years, Darlene Schultz 15 years, Carol Litwienski 10 years, Dena Hughes 10 years, Barbara Seeman 10 years, and Jackie Wurst 5 years.

GFWC Pocono Mountain Women’s Club will be celebrating its 50th anniversary in the Federation, the largest international organization for women, which is over 125 years old. Its sole purpose is volunteerism and service. The club meets the fourth Monday of the month at Pocono Lake United Methodist Church. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/ PoconoMtWomensClub or on Twitter @gfwcpmwc. Contact Membership Chairwoman Tracy Mueller at 860-716-5512 or at cmfriends@live.com.

Charity bike tour passes through Pocono Plateau on way to Oregon by Ruth Isenberg

Joanne Pitzer, right, is honored by Heide Cebrick, right, GFWC Pennsylvania 1st Vice President, and GFWC Pocono Mountain Women’s Club president Diane Lake, for not only 50 years membership in ghe General Federation of Women’s Clubs, but also for her many community volunteer contributions.

JP: Seth Isenberg

Motorists fromTanersville to Balkeslee may have noticed four determined cyclists heading west on Tuesday, July 6. Day two of The Nationwide Bike Ride ended up with a rain shower — and a warm welcome that included pizza, hoagies and beer — as four cyclists arrived around 5 p.m. on July 6, at the White Haven Volunteer Fire Company’s headquarters. The duo of John Bladholm and Chris Ray are biking cross-country to raise money for eight charitable organiza-

tions. On this first leg of the trip, they were joined by two representatives of the group that will be benefiting from the money raised on this 500 mile section. Marv Williams

and Jim Berklite, both from California, are part of the FireFamily Foundation, which provides support and financial assistance to firefighters and See BIKE RIDE, page 2

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Continued from page 1 their families in times of need. The ride started on July 5 in New York City, with a segment on Good Morning America. They spent the night in Hoboken, New Jersey. Tuesday morning, they headed west on their 3,500 mile ride. Bladholm and Ray are riding their way home, with ETA in destination Pacific City, Oregon, on August 23—45 days of 80 to 85 mile rides. A routing error sent them up Camelback Mountain, and Bladholm said the last stretch from Blakeslee to White Haven was tough. But they enjoyed the beauty of the ride, and the people they’ve been meeting along the way. Backup/support vehicle driver Athena Boyer, who is Bladholm’s business partner at Green Barn Events, said that because of sponsorships, 100% of the money raised via the trip will go to the charitable organizations. She added more specifics: The coast-to-coast ride will span over 3,500 miles and directly benefit eight worthy nonprofit foundations. Along the route from New York City to Pacific City, Oregon, the two riders will be joined by celebrities, athletes, sponsors and special guests as they pedal approximately 85 miles a day for 45 days. The Nationwide Ride consists of seven cycling stages. Each 500-mile stage will be supported by a generous sponsor and benefit a nonprofit organization. With the support of sponsors and volunteers, 100% of every dollar donated via text-to-give or online donations will go directly to the benefiting charities. The goal is to generate $500,000 for the seven partner nonprofit foundations.

CYCLISTS Chris Ray, Jim Berklite, Marv Williams and John Bladholm relax with members of the White Haven Volunteer Fire Company. JP: Ruth Isenberg Benefiting charities include: Fire Family Foundation, Boys & Girls Club of Northeast Ohio, First Responders Foundation, Black & Gold NW (USO, Special Operations Warriors Foundation and The Green Beret Foundation), The Sam Day Foundation (Pediatric Cancer Research), Feeding America, The Harrington Family Foundation and The Maurice Lucas Foundation. “This has been a difficult year for so many, yet hope

and gratitude remain strong in my heart. This ride will hopefully strengthen my faith that our country is still full of good people wanting to help others.” said John Bladholm, Green Barn Events Partner and Co-Founder of The Nationwide Ride. “We are excited to participate in this unique fundraising event to share the mission of the Fire Family Foundation with a larger audience. John, Athena and the entire Nation-

wide Ride team have worked tirelessly to put on a great event with an even greater impact,” said Elizabeth Dever, Executive Director of the Fire Family Foundation. Very special thanks to the generous sponsors: Bandit Wines, Pacific Bells, 7-Eleven, Trinchero Wineries, Sutter Home Family Vineyards, Sparkling Ice, Nabisco, Safeway/Albertsons, Dark Horse Comics, Les Schwab, Pelican Brewing, TriCor Technologies, Castelli, Brown Foreman, LinkUs, Oregon Fruit Company, Clif Bar, Andino Coffee, ABC Roofing and SOS Hydration. For more information about the Nationwide Ride route, nonprofit foundations, spon-

sors, and to donate, visit nationwideride.com. Green Barn Events is a Pacific Northwest event management company with a focus on nonprofit fundraising. GreenBarnEvents.com Fire Family Foundation’s mission is to provide support and financial assistance to firefighters and their families in times of need nationwide. They fulfill their mission through four core programs: providing financial assistance grants to firefighters and their families, awarding college scholarships, providing disaster relief and granting funds to fire charities. Fire Family Foundation is the charitable arm of Firefighters First Credit Union. The Credit Union supports the Fire Family Foundation’s overhead costs, so 100% of donations received go directly to support their mission. https://firefamilyfoundation.org

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Tobyhanna looks at building projects by Lori Cooper & Seth Isenberg

to release of their financial security with a 5% holdback. The request to waive fees for The Tobyhanna Supervisors’ the Blakeslee Community work session on July 6 helped Center improvement project was approved. the Tobyhanna Site LLC Extra Pocono Mountain (medical building with Dunkin) project keep moving Regional Police attention was requested to enforce speed ahead. Supervisors agreed limits and stop sign violations. to a security agreement of Tobyhanna’s Emergency $894,342 against the site Management Coordinator has improvements, and another resigned, and supervisors are financial security for the new looking for someone to fill the portion of Hudock Road, in position. the amount of $415,000. An A new stop sign within Lake inspection agreement for enNaomi at Naomi Avenue and gineers to monitor the construction of the new road was Woodland Avenue needs to have a traffic study. Speed considered, and supervisors control devices will be looked decided to seek additional into in the meantime. prices. In other business, bills of Blakeslee Storage’s improvement project is nearly $50,373 were approved. Supervisors are looking for complete. Supervisors agreed

information from Coolbaugh Township as to how their Short Term Rental ordinance is shaping up. A donation to the Clymer Library of $500 was approved, to support their house tour and brunch fundraisers. There is a ‘meet and greet’ planned for the new library director, Becky Wanamaker. Clymer Library’s Brunch/Silent Auction will be August 11. The Regional Roundup EMS fundraiser will be August 5 at Skytop. The regular meeting of the Tobyhanna Township supervisors is July 19 beginning at 6 p.m. at the township municipal building in Pocono Pines.

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Mount Pocono introduces Safety Commission members by Patrick M. Albano

library?” Mike Oser was the last resident to be heard. He spoke The Mount Pocono Borough council introduced its about short-term rentals stating, “the borough has not new Safety Commission at its acted in five years in collecting work session meeting on July some $190,000 in back (fees) 6. Council president Francis owed from residents.” The O’Boyle introduced the members — chair Jodi Bohdal, implication was that a more proactive stance should be tak2 year term; vice-chair Don en in securing these arrears. Struckle, 3 year term; Lori A motion was introduced Noonan, 2 year term; Kyong to approve the minutes of six Kim, 4 year term; and Debra previous council meetings. Fulton, 2 year term. Since not everyone had The Safety Commission’s function is to study safety measures that can be put into place in the borough. It was suggested that the Safety Commission meet on the fourth Monday of each month. Litter laws with possible fines are a serious community issue that needs to be addressed. Members from the community spoke during public comment. One person voiced displeasure about “seasonal rentals” and issues of loud noise/music common at odd hours in the evenings. He asked borough officials what could be done and asked for recommendations. O’Boyle was sympathetic, but stressed there was no easy answer for resolution of the problem and that not much could be done at present. It was noted this would be brought up for discussion at a later time. The speaker finished with this: “I care for an elderly mother, and pay $4,800 a year in annual taxes…I am fed up with the borough’s inability to address these problems.” He then left the meeting. Pocono Mountain Public Library director Ann Shincovich gave a detailed report on a proposed library tax, which the community will vote on in a referendum this November. One of the council members asked, “Who would want to be against the

reviewed those minutes, it was agreed to hold off approval until the July 19 meeting, at which time other members will have a chance to review said minutes. Bills of $105,830 were approved to be paid. Additionally, council members suggested Dan Boccia (Pocono Pride Fastpitch) be referred to the planning commission first for approval and a possible sketch plan for land development. Council also

suggested additional input may be necessary from an architect and/or engineer before proceeding further. Mayor Michael Penn gave an update concerning the borough’s new website, saying the website is now “live” but adding that some things need to be changed. Chris English is the websites designer. The website has been up a week and will incorporate a Twitter, Facebook, and Yahoo feed. Penn also stated that in the

future permit and zoning fees can be paid on the website. Anyone can start forwarding items to the website and instructions will follow on how to update it. Plans are to include a business directory, though there seemed to be some confusion as to whether one business will be highlighted at one time or multiple businesses. About grants, there was discussion of 16 hazard See MT. POCONO, page 5

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mitigation projects. Some council members asked for clarification on what exactly was involved with the grant proposals and were told they would receive emails on grant designations. Finally a motion was carried to accept the resignation of Nancy Folger from the Planning Commission and Parks and Rec Committee. The meeting came to an end where it began, by announcing the names of the new Safety Commission members and their respective appointments of two or three year terms.

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assistance with filing them, are available at my district offices. Rebate claim forms are also available online at www. revenue.pa.gov and www. reptoohil.com, or by calling, toll-free, 1-888-222-9190. As specified by law, rebate distribution cannot begin until July 1. After June 30, rebates will be distributed as claims are received and processed.

Applications take four to six weeks to process. Since the program’s inception in 1971, older adults and those with disabilities have received more than $6.8 billion in property tax and rent relief. The program is funded by the Pennsylvania Lottery and revenue from slots gaming.

Blueberry Festival planned Come out and enjoy the annual Thornhurst Methodist Blueberry Festival. There will be plenty of baked goods and loads of vendors as well. The Festival will take place on Saturday, July 31, 8 a.m. to

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Seth’s Sightings It was a rainy start to the Fourth of July weekend, enough to have a few of the local fireworks displays postponed. That didn’t mean that the locals weren’t out doing their own thing. Near where we live, there was a substantial and noisy display, right over then tops of our houses. This involved launching fireworks within feet of structures, so it was a good thing that it had rained — this was dangerous. A home in Wilkes-Barre caught on fire this past weekend from a firework launched from somewhere nearby, putting a family of eight out of their home.

In sightings, there are some beautiful flowers on some of the local wild rhododendron, a pink-edged white. There are nice displays along Route 940, in Hickory Run State Park, and up near the Manny Gordon in Thornhurst. Late last week, I arrived home after work just before dusk. As I packed up to go into the house, I sighted what appeared to be an unusually long skunk. It also seemed to change shape as I watched. As it crossed the street about 40′ from the car, I saw that this was a mama skunk with two kits keeping close, which would explain the funny

Blakeslee Rotary to host business card exchange The Blakeslee Rotary Club will hold a business card exchange on Wednesday, July 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Century 21 Select Real Estate, 5651 Route 115 in Blakeslee. All business owner and employees on the Pocono Plateau are invited to attend , to share information about their services. Individuals are also welcome to attend and learn about Rotary and its projects to benefit the community. Blakeslee Rotary provides dictionaries and/ or atlases to third grade students at Tobyhanna Elementary Center, honors students at the moving up ceremony at the end of the school year, sends youth to RYLA leadership conference, gives out three $1,500 scholarships to seniors graduating from high school, and supports local Cub Scouts and Little League teams. Blakeslee Rotary also conducts frequent fundraisers in

the community, such as its annual Car Show at Pocono Raceway, Night at the Races, and more. The club meets the second Wednesday of each month at Century 21 at 6 p.m., and holds a social the third Wednesday of the month. Visit blakesleerotary.org to learn more.

by Seth Isenberg

shapes. The trio waddled into our neighbor’s yard across the street, then out of sight. I feared they might wander into our yard, and have been being extra cautious after dark when coming home or letting the dogs out. On Saturday, I had a chance share a picnic in Pocono Lake. As we ate and talked, I saw a pileated woodpecker fly up onto the trunk of a nearby oak tree. My tablemate commented that he hoped the bird didn’t find anything to peck on that tree. It didn’t, but during its search, it emitted a series of noises that sounded just like a dog’s squeaky toy. Then it flew off and we heard that squeaky sound off in the distance — a mate perhaps? On July 4, we drove to Gettysburg to meet some friends who were spending their weekend there, arriving at dusk. We then enjoyed a nice evening including a birthday dinner. First thing on Monday, we had hired a professional tour guide to take come with us on a tour of the battlefield. We met him at the National Park Visitors’ Center. From there, we spent the rest of the morning with our guide sharing stories and giving us a

deeper understanding of what had happened around Gettysburg in early July of 1863. He really brought some of the stories alive. It was an investment well spent. We thoroughly enjoyed it. After our tour, temperatures were topping 90, so we stayed in air conditioning, venturing out only to return to the Visitors’ Center to buy some things at the gift shop. There are museum displays in the building, and of note is a wall of Civil War band instruments. There’s also a fine picture of the outskirts Gettysburg some months before the battle. Returning from the gift shop excursion, we detoured to a local store that sold some local fruit along with artwork by the owner, the locally famous Lion Potter. We met the man and his family, and bought some newly picked white apricots, and a quart of semisour small but gorgeous cherries. It capped off a

successful day. After some sharing of fruit with our friends, we headed back north towards home, getting back just after dark. This weekend we’ll be joining friends at Briggs Farm Blues Festival. We’re hoping for great weather and starry cool nights. We also hope to fit in some blueberry picking at nearby Stemmrich’s Farm just up the road from Briggs. July 15 to 18 are the Frontier Days and Rodeo in Benton if the weather cooperates. This also may be our weekend to attend the PA Shakespeare Festival at DeSales U. south of Allentown. The Pocono Mountains Music Fest has seven shows from July 23 to 31, in Buck Hill, Skytop, Swiftwater and Stroudsburg. Check them out at Poconofest.org. Musikfest in Bethlehem is August 5 to 15. More on that as the date gets nearer. Enjoy the beautiful weather.

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Music in the Valley returns on Saturday, July 17 On Saturday July 17 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., you can enjoy the sounds of traditional music ringing out through Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm. The 15th annual Music in the Valley will feature musical performances by various groups all around the historic farm. Many of the tunes and songs will be reminiscent of the music settlers played in the 19th century. A variety of performers will be playing at the different venues throughout the day. As a grand finale, the day will end

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with a jam session at 3:30. Puppeteer Bonnie Scott will hold shows throughout the day and both young and old will have fun with the puppets’ antics. There will be an opportunity for children to play old fashioned games and make some crafts. The One Room

School will be open and the outdoor Bake Oven will be in operation. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn the background of songs you still know and love and how the music of our country developed through the last two centuries.

The event will be held rain or shine, under tents as needed. Schedule is subject to change. Music in the Valley is included in the price of admission for the historic farm tour of $12 for adults and $6 for ages 3–12. The farm tours will run on Saturday from 10 to 5. Allow two and a half hours to see all of the tour. Music in the Valley is great fun for all ages, so come for a few hours or bring a picnic lunch make a day of it. All funds raised go to support the non-profit farm museum and its mission. Quiet Valley Living

Historical Farm is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational corporation dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the 19th century Quiet Valley farmstead, as part of Pennsylvania’s rich agricultural heritage. It features tours of the historic farm as well as special highlights throughout the summer season, which is the third Saturday in June through Labor Day Monday. Quiet Valley is closed Mondays, except Labor Day Monday. Special events are held in May, October and December. For further information visit www.quietvalley.org or call the farm at 570.992.6161.

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ESTATE SETTLEMENT AUCTION COUNTRY REAL ESTATE AND CONTENTS KUBOTA TRACTOR, FISHING EQUIPMENT COMPLETE SELLOUT SATURDAY JULY 31, 2021 RAIN OR SHINE ON THE PREMISES 2825 JACKSON ROAD JACKSON TWSP., MONROE COUNTY, STROUDSBURG, PA 18360 11 A.M. REAL ESTATE consists of Single Family Brick 2 Story Home with Fireplace and 3 Bedrooms Approximately 40 Years old with Basement Garage. Home needs some Repairs, etc. Also Large Former Horse Stable and other Out Building. 2 Acres adjoining PA State Game Land. Real Country Setting with Excellent Deer and Bear Hunting. Tax Code: 8-10-1-5-68 TERMS ON REAL ESTATE: $10,000 BANK CASHIER’S CHECK (Payable to Jack Muehlhan Auctioneer Escrow) AT SALE. BALANCE AT SETTLEMENT WITHIN 30 DAYS. NO BACK TAXES, NO BUYER’S PREMIUM 10 A.M. PERSONAL PROPERTY: BX22 Kubota tractor w/backhoe mower and 3 point hitch - 4 wheeler- boats-- log splitter-generators-muzzle loaders-fishing rods-traps-Mathews bow-hunting gear-camping gear-cub cadet roto tiller-Mig welders tools-power tools-furniture-household goods-Plus Much More. Everything needed for country living. Lots of surprises. TERMS ON PERSONAL PROPERTY: CASH PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTIONEER: Rob Reinhardt AU5161L For Complete List Call Rob Reinhardt at 570-856-4666 INSPECTIONS: WEDNESDAY, JULY 14, 5 - 7 P.M. SATURDAY, JULY 24, 10 - 12 Noon DIRECTIONS: From Stroudsburg, PA take I-80 West to Tannersville Exit, PA (Exit 299) South on Route 715 4.6 Miles right onto Mountain Road and go 1 ½ miles left onto Jackson Road. AUCTIONEER’S NOTE: Rare opportunity to BUY a real country property with 3 bedroom home and stable adjoining state PA Game Lands. Rural living only a few miles to I-80 and Village of Tannersville. Looking for a homestead, here is your chance ! Social Distancing and Must Wear Mask SALE ORDERED BY: Estate of Gerarld G. Hill, Deceased Attorney Elizabeth Field JACK MUEHLHAN AUCTIONEER “The Name You Can Trust” 601 MAIN STREET # 2 STROUDSBURG, PA 18360 570-421-8333 AU000643L Remember: You are only going to pay one more bid than someone else was willing to pay.

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EDITH ALBERTA BLAKESLEE Edith Alberta Blakeslee, 85, Forest, Ty (Betty) Blakeslee of Pocono Lake, Guy (Heidi) of Freeland, died on WednesBlakeslee of Bear Creek; sister, day, June Lottie Shesley of Miffinberg; 16, 2021 at and brother, Ronald Butler of Geisinger Mile City, Montana. Wyoming She is also survived by Medical grandchildren, Shannon, Center. Shane, Paige, Cory, Cody, Born Shawn, Justin, and Dalycia; in White and great-grandchildren, Haven, she Frankie and Maddox. was the daughter of the late Funeral service will be William and Sarah Butler. She worked at the Tobyhanna conducted on Saturday, July 10, at 11 a.m. in Blakeslee Army Depot in the food prep United Methodist Church, department for the cafeteria. Blakeslee, with interment in She enjoyed playing cards, an Blakeslee Cemetery. occasional trip to the casinos, A post funeral luncheon will playing pinochle and watching be held at McGinley’s Pocono the Pittsburgh Pirates. Trail Lodge after the service. She was preceded in death, Arrangements by Lehman in addition to her parents, by Family Funeral Home, 403 Berher husband, Leon Blakeslee wick St., White Haven. and siblings, Bobby and Visit www.Lehman Sunny Butler. FuneralHome.com for addiShe is survived by daughtional information or to view a ter, Valerie (Jeffrey) Pfeiffer video tribute to her. of White Haven; sons, Leon “Paul” (Lisa) Blakeslee of Penn WINTER SCHEDULE

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THE JOURNAL OF THE POCONO PLATEAU, JULY 8–21, 2021 — PAGE 11 HOSEA JAMES III Hosea James III, age 65 of known Hosea and having him Blakeslee, formerly of Brookin our lives. He will be deeply lyn, NY passed away unexpect- missed by his loving wife Crysedly on Wednesday, June 23, tal of Blakeslee, and his three 2021 at his home. children, Shaneeta James of Hosea was the loving NYC, Latoya James of Pittshusband of Crystal R. (Rogers) burgh, and Shaun James and James. They celebrated their his wife Ana of Effort. He 44th wedding anniversary on was a loving grandfather to April 28. three grandchildren, Brianna He was born in Jones, Elijah James and David Darden-Plymouth, NC on James. Hosea is also survived December 21, 1955, son of the by three sisters, Diane Powlate Hosea James Jr. and ell of Plymouth, NC, Evelyn Annie Louise (James) Postell. Postell and Tiwanda Postell Hosea had worked as a New both of Newport News, VA; York State Active Sergeant and a host of relatives. Peace Officer for the New York He was preceded in death by State Psychiatric Hospital in a sister, Brenda Reid. New York, NY for 24 years. Funeral services were held He was a member of the June 28, in Gilbert, with Rev. NYSCOPBA. He was also a Kerry Rogers officiating. He member of the Fraternal Order was laid to rest June 29 at the of Police. Prospect Cemetery in East We were blessed for having Stroudsburg.

DAVID F. CORSON David F. Corson, 72, of Lake Harmony, died June 23, 2021 at home in Lake Harmony with his family. Born in Norristown, PA, he was educated in the Philadelphia area and lived in Lake Harmony for 40 years. He also also resided in Stuart, FL in the winter. He was the son of S. Cameron Corson and Vivian O. Corson. During his life he attended the Presbyterian Church. He was the President and CEO of D.F.C. Associates, Inc. an advertising and marketing company, specializing in Resort Timeshare Marketing in many resort locations throughout the USA. His company handled the timeshare marketing and sales for Split Rock Resort in Lake Harmony for over 40 years, and he maintained a home in ALBERT H. ECKHART Split Rock Resort. before his retirement. Albert H. Eckhart, 82, of He was a member of Laurel Albert was a strong, hard Mount Pocono, died Saturday, Masonic Lodge, White Haven, working man who loved to June 26, 2021 at home. He spend time with his family. He and Bloomsburg Consistory. was the loving husband of Surviving are his wife never missed an opportunity Corinne (Artz) Eckhart, with Dianne Thomas-Corson; two whom he shared 60 years of to make a joke or give you a daughters, Katherine N. marriage. smile, and he will be missed Corson and Christine C. Born in Kunkletown, he was terribly by all who loved him. Corson; a brother, Peter a son of the late Clayton and In addition to his wife, he Corson; a niece, Hannah; and Bertha (Kresge) Eckhart. is survived by his daughters, nephews Simon and Andrew A proud veteran of the Susan Eckhart of Mount United States Army, Albert Pocono, Christine Lutz and her of Jackson, Mississippi. A Memorial Service will be served as an MP from 1962 husband, and Lee, of Tobyhanheld at a time and place to be through 1967. He later worked na; grandchildren, Daniel L. announced at a later date. as the Dairy Manager and Olvitt Jr. and his wife, In lieu of flowers, donations Union Steward for A&P Anastasia, of West Chester, to St. Jude’s Children Research Grocery Store in Mount Alexander Eckhart and his wife, Danielle, of Scotrun, Nick Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Pocono for over 40 years Memphis TN 38105 or online Eckhart of Mount Pocono, James Lutz of Tobyhanna; and stjude.org/onlinegiving would be greatly appreciated. two brothers, LeRoy Eckhart For further information or and his wife, Pearl, of Kunkletown, and Robert Eckhart and to express your condolences to Dave’s family, please visit his wife, Pauline, of Palmerwww.GrazianoFuneralHome. ton; along with many nieces com and nephews. Services were held June 30, at Bolock Funeral Home, 6148 Visit our website at pocononewspapers.com Paradise Valley Road, Cresco. Reverend Doug Hayes for in-between-issue conducted a prayer service. stories and events Interment is private.

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ROBERT JOHN SMITH He was a member of the Robert John Smith, 75, of Newark Fraternal Order of Pocono Lake, died Tuesday, June 22, 2021 at Lehigh Valley Police Lodge #12, Superior Officers Association Police, Hospital - Pocono in East Stroudsburg. He was the loving Newark, New Jersey, the PA husband of Marlene (Bizzarro) Sheriff’s Association, and the Smith, with whom he shared 53 American Legion Post 413, Pocono Pines. Bob was a years of marriage. Born in Newark, New Jersey, Freemason and a member of he was the son of the late David the Essex Lodge #7, Caldwell, New Jersey, and the Masonic and Betty (Frost) Smith. A proud veteran, Bob served Lodge, Scottish Rite, Scranton. In addition to his wife, he is in the United States Army for survived by his son, Robert two years during the Vietnam Joseph Smith and his wife, War. After his honorable disVirginia Louise Butera of charge, he joined the Newark Selden, New York; daughter, Police Department retiring Nicole Sheehy and her after 28 years as a Detective husband, Joseph Martin of Sergeant. After living for 32 years in North Arlington, New Jackson, New Jersey; and grandson, Brandon Olvera. Jersey, Bob settled in the Bolock Funeral Home, 6148 Poconos and was an avid Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, outdoorsman. was in charge of arrangments. He was a true Renaissance Dr. Catherine Thayer conductMan who was a skilled guned a service June 28 at the smith, welder, small engine repairman, calligrapher, artist, funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial and an expert marksman. Bob donations may be made to the enjoyed reading a wide range American Cancer Society by of subjects but was especially visiting cancer.org. fond of military history and historical fiction.

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Calling all children, grandchildren, neighbors, and friends, ages 3 - 12. Join Faith Lutheran Church in Pocono Pines for an outstanding day of camp activities at “Faith by the Sea” Vacation Bible Camp on Saturday, July 31, from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Learn Bible stories about Jesus’ teaching by the sea, learn and play BOOMWHACKERS (!), sing and learn fun Bible School songs, create Biblical

seascapes, learn about the Sea of Galilee and taste food from that area. Free lunch is included. Advance signup is required for the children by Friday, July 23. The registration form is available online through the church’s website: faithlutheranblakeslee.org. Call the church office, 570646-0309, for more information.

THERESE ANNE O’CONNELL her baby brother Sean. Thérèse Anne “Terri” Surviving are four sons, O’Connell, 63, of Tobyhanna, passed away Sunday, June 27, Charles Matthew V. of Pennsylvania, John Patrick and 2021, while surrounded by wife Kathleen of Tobyhanna, family at home. She was the Daniel Justyn and wife Janaé widow of Charles Matthew of Tobyhanna and Kyle Joseph O’Connell IV with whom she shared 30 years of marriage at and wife Rebecca of East Stroudsburg; six grandchilthe time of his death on dren, Abigail Grace, Meghan October 19, 2014. Claire, Logan Joseph, Erin Born on August 5, 1957 in Riley, Zachariah Mackenzie New Brunswick, NJ, she was and Cillian Khalil; two broththe daughter of the late John ers, Sean Francis Kingston and and Mary (Mailloux) Kingston wife Michelle of Humboldt, and lived in Monroe County TN and John Joseph Kingston, since 1993 having previously resided in Parsippany, Elizabeth III and wife Stefania of Mountainside, NJ; and nieces and and Roselle Park, NJ. nephews. She was a member of St. A Mass of Christian burial Luke’s Roman Catholic Church was celebrated July 2 at The in Stroudsburg. Terri was an avid M&Ms and Church of St. Luke, 818 Main Street, Stroudsburg with Rev. Coca-Cola lover, was a Giants Carmen Perry as celebrant. fan and loved crosswords, Burial followed at Laurelwood sudoku and card games. She loved her grandchildren Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memoand was formerly active in rial remembrances may be Scouts following her sons made to Lehigh Valley Hosclosely by as they all achieved pice House -Pocono, 502 VNA the rank of Eagle Scout. She Road East Stroudsburg, PA always looked forward to 18301. Wednesday phone calls with

CONSUELO G. RAMOS Consuelo G. Ramos, 92, of Tobyhanna, died Friday, June 25, 2021 at home. She was the wife of the late Gilberto Ramos, who passed away in 2000. Born in Manhattan, she was a loving daughter of the late Gregory and Consuelo (Felix) Gomez. Consuelo was an administrative assistant. After retirement, she enjoyed being a member of the Red Hat Society, the Pocono Country Place Seniors, and the Garden and Crafts Club. She is survived by children Michael Rogers of Stroudsburg, Gregory Ramos and his wife, Jenna of Mena, Arkansas, Joyce Avila and her husband, Ramon of Tobyhanna, Lynda Michaelis of Brownsville, Maryland, Consuelo Deyesso and her husband, Mark of Rockledge, Florida; sisters, Iris Santiago of Bayshore, New York, Rose Russo and her husband, John of Union City, New Jersey; 24 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; her caretakers Ines Samu, Ramon A. Avila II, and Cathy Marks; and best friend, Doris Robinson. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Raymond A. Ramos; brother, Jack Gomez Jr.; sisters, Ida Gutierres Gomez and Sister Genevieve Gomez; brother-in-law, Raymond Santiago; and great-grandson, Levander Alley. Bolock Funeral Home, 6148 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, was in charge of arrangments. Reverend Father Gregory Loughney celebrated a Mass of Christian Burial July 6 at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, Pocono Pines. Burial followed at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Annville. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, PO Box 1000 Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908 or ThinkBig Pediatric Cancer Fund by visiting thinkbigpa.org/ donate.html.