ATTRACTIONS AT THE POCONO MOUNTAIN CARNIVAL in Mount Pocono included a mechanical bull a real challenge to ride. JP: Ruth Isenberg NATIONAL NIGHT OUT was celebrated August 2 at Blanche Price Park in Tobyhanna Township. Pocono MountainRegionalMountainPolice,PoconoRegional EMS, and volunteer fire companies provided fun and learning for the public. Among those attending were MarioBrown,RaderRepresentativesPAJackandRosemaryandSenatorScavello.
Chicken ordinance finally finalized in Mount Pocono by Pat Albano The Mount Pocono Bor ough Council regular meet ing on August 2 opened with discussion on adopting the Chicken Ordinance. Council man Norman Delano raised concerns from residents on coop positioning. Pres ident Don Struckle asking, “we have had time to look at this and now why are there questions?” A motion was offered, and council then ap proved the ordinance. Council considered and approved the removal of Mt. Pocono Municipal Authority board member Adrien Bohdal, who missed consecutive meetings, then appointed Christine Farrugia to fill the remainder of the term expiring Dec. 31, 2022. Farrugia was present to answer Council questions on her qualifications. Council also authorized the borough engineer to ad vertise proposal and design plans for the new mainte nance garage. Council will also advertise the request for bids for garbage pickup, upon the sanitation com mittee’s final approval of bid specs. Additionally, the board authorized manager Joshua Walker to advertise the shopping cart ordinance and consideration of adopt ing resolution #9 of 2022 which repeals the bond pre mium limit for employees. A request was made by the Mt. Pocono Association for farm stands to be set up in parking spaces adjacent to the Fork Street Bakery during Harvest Fest on Sep tember 24. Council approved this, with Struckle stating, “this helps our local busi nesses.”Council approved a request to appoint Jerrid Dinnen from Barry Isett & Associates as Traffic Engineer, replacing Earl Armitage from Pennoni. Two items that were tabled included consideration of advertising for a Zoning/ Code Enforcement official, and selecting from flooring estimates. Borough Manager Walker indicated “there are several estimates under discussion for the better part of the Walkeryear.”gave updates on street improvements, paving, roads, and drainage work to beThecompleted.Altronic Security Sys tem is complete and coun cil approved total bills of $155,617 for payment. Zoning Officer Alexis Wilkinson discussed an illegal short-term rental back in February which was dismissed because the tenants could not be served. She indicated she will re-file. She also addressed resident concerns on temporary road patches by contractors on Mountain Road. Struckle thanked the large crowd of residents attend ing the meeting, stating, “please come and bring your neighbors to our ‘meet/greet’ events to discuss any prob lems.”Mayor Randy Altemose noted he had a recent meet ing with Senator Mario Scavello.Councilperson Claudette Williams closed out the meeting mentioning the Women’s Veteran Museum and encouraging the com munity to come out and see the many changes since its opening.
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The purpose of said sale is to dispose of such proper ties against which delinquent taxes remain unpaid, the claims having become absolute, and legal period of dis charge of claim expiring on July 31, 2022. The Terms of said sale shall be as follows: No sale of any property shall be made unless a bid equal to the Final upset price is made. The approximate upset price is hereinafter set out after the description of each property and includes all taxes, penalties, returning fees, interest and costs as recorded in the Tax Claim Bureau and the approximate cost of this sale pro-rated. The final upset price will be announced at the time of sale. The purchaser of any property shall, as soon as the property is struck down, pay the entire purchase money to the Bureau. In case said amount is not paid, the sale shall be void and the property again put up for sale. Any taxing districts having municipal claims against any property herein advertised, shall certify the amount thereof to the Tax Claim Bureau before sale in order to include the same in the final upset price. The sale of any property herein advertised may, at the option of the Tax Claim Bureau, be stayed if the owner thereof, or any lien creditor of the owner, before the date of sale, enters into an agreement with the Tax Claim Bureau to pay the taxes in installments, in the manner provided by the Act of As sembly, and the agreement entered into.
The Real Estate Tax Sale Law provides: There shall be no period of redemption after such sale. Every such sale shall convey title to the property under and subject to the lien of every recorded obligation, claim lien, estate, mortgage, ground rent and Commonwealth tax lien not included in the upset price with which said property may have or shall become charged or for which it may become liable.Itis strongly urged the prospective purchaser have ex aminations made of the title to any tracts in which they may be interested. Every reasonable effort has been made to keep these proceedings free from error. How ever, in every case, the property is offered for sale by the Tax Claim Bureau without any guarantee or warranty whatever, either as to existence, correctness of own ership, size boundaries, locations, structures or lack of structures upon the land liens, title or any other matter or thing whatever. No adjustments will be made after the property is struck down. Bidding and registration shall be subject to Act 33 of 2021 (HB264 of 2021), incorporated herein by reference. The properties offered for sale are hereinafter set out by township of taxing districts and the name first appearing in item is that of the last known owner or reputed owner.
To the owners of properties described in this notice, and to all persons or taxing authorities having such liens, tax judgements or municipal claims against such prop erties.Inaccordance with the provisions of the Act of 1947, P.L. 1368 and its amendments, known as the Real Es tate Tax Sale Law, the following described properties will be offered by the Tax Claim Bureau of Monroe County, Pennsylvania at Public Sale for delinquent taxes at the Sherman Theater, 524 Main Street, Stroudsburg, Penn sylvania on September 12, 2022 at 9:00 A.M. and con tinuing thereafter with adjournments and readjournments to such other days and times as may be announced at the sale or subsequently advertised.
Cindy Lee Treible, Director Monroe County Tax Claim Bureau
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While I’m getting treat ed these past few months, I promised Ruth that we’d still make the most of our summer. Wednesday night, we went to the Mt. Pocono Carnival for some food and fun (great job by all the vol unteers).Thispast Friday was con sumed by a long infusion session. Ruth came with and worked on this issue while I tried to keep busy (it’s bor ing having company helps a lot). We celebrated that night by having a nice meal out with friends. I saved up my energy on Saturday, and thanks to some other friends who drove, we spent that evening at Musikfest in Bethlehem. We attended to enjoy the silliness of Igor and the Red Elvises performing beneath the impressive former Beth lehem Steel blast furnaces the Steel Stacks side of the festival. Our friends had bought tickets to see Willie Nelson, so while they were in the stands watching Willie, Ruth and I were settled in on the lawn to enjoy Igor. Igor’s band went on at 9 and played two sets. Our friends rejoined us for Igor’s last set. Parking was hard to come by. We ended up in the Wind Creek Casino garage. This required us to walk through the casino and out through their mall, then walk about a half a mile to the festival site, which tuckered me out. I planted myself in a nice spot, and Ruth went to explore the festival and find some fun food. It was a late night, but fun fun Sunday,fun.I visited the Save the Dogs fundraiser at the Split Rock Golf Course club house in Lake Harmony. Red Rock Rescue brought a lot of puppies. I enjoyed the doggie excitement, tried my luck at the tricky tray, and came home with a magnet (not a puppy) since two dogs is our max right now. by Seth Isenberg
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See SIGHTINGS, page 11
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We fled the Poconos that afternoon with our dogs for two nights away near Benton PA. Our timing couldn’t have been better, as we arrived just before the Colonel Rick etts Cidery closed. It was one of our planned stops. There, we sampled and bought some cider, then went to settling in to our lodging. For dinner, we drove a few miles to the tiny town of Central for a meal at the Central Park Hotel, whose dining room features a large taxidermy buffalo upon one wall, and a variety of other taxidermy birds, deer, and even a fisher. The dinner was quite good. Monday, we drove up the mountain to Rickett’s Glen State Park’s beach where I took a quick dip in the lake at the peak of that day’s heat. The dogs also had a chance to play in the water in a muddy area beyond the beach (no dogs allowed on the beach itself). After the swims, we drove to the base of the mountain to take a short hike through the stand of old growth trees which line the creek at the bottom of the Falls Trail. This spot is very special with huge trees along the walk path. After this we retreated to the lodge and enjoyed a quiet afternoon in theByAC.Tuesday we were back at our office to finish The Journal-Herald and start on thisSightingsnewspaper.these weeks were varied, including a herd of goats on the berm of the turnpike an eco-friendly lawn mowing crew. I think I saw a fisher crossing the road in Hickory Run State Park. Heading home one night, I saw either a very tall fox or a coyote. The Mahoney Brothers perform at Knoebels every day through August 14. We are going on Friday evening. Musikfest also runs through Sunday. There will be some pre-season NFL games to fol low for a couple of weeks be fore the season truly starts. Most of the colleges start over Labor Day weekend, which is something to really look forward to. Next weekend, we’ll start our fun with a trip to see the PRCA Rodeo at the Har ford Fair on Friday (it’s an easy hour’s ride north on I-81 even closer from Cool baugh). The West End Fair in Gilbert opens for their 12-day run starting Sun day the 21st it’s their 100th year. They will host Bull ride Mania on their last Saturday, the 27th. The “Fight Inflation” bill came out of Congress last week. Hot air, a money sink, and no action to help calm inflation… What we all want here on the Pocono Plateau are lower diesel and heating oil prices. Winter is not far away, and some of us who heat with oil are going to have trouble keeping warm. Lower diesel prices will help calm inflation. About being warm, this was quite a month so far for being hot and humid. Else where, it’s been over 100 de grees daily in Yuba City, CA, where my dad retired. Our brothers and sisters in Char lotte, NC and Spokane, WA are also sizzling. Charlotte is an air-conditioned world to endure the summers, while Spokane and here, not so much. Ruth’s brother Jay, who lives with his family in Spokane Valley, has been known to put a block of ice in the family’s swimming pool. The new Bruno, Chief of Police mystery arrived this week on our doorstep. We had pre-ordered Martin Walker’s To Kill a Trouba dour this winter. Today, I am well along in the book, enjoy ing an air-conditioned trip to southern France one chapter at a time. Ruth is finishing reading an English mystery by Elizabeth George and will then dive into the Walker book when I finish it. Keep healthy through these dog days of summer. We’ll look for you at the fairs and festivals.
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Now we are talking HomeGrown talent! The 2022 Pocono Mountain Summer Concert Series continues with Michael Lewis on Sunday, August 28, at 7 p.m. Mike Lewis is no stranger to the spotlight and may look familiar. For years, he worked as a TV news reporter and anchor in Virginia and Pennsylvania, but never stopped writing the music that lived in his heart. In 2003, his first CD with six original songs was used by The New York Times station he worked for in Scranton to raise funds for the Northeast Pennsylvania Boys and Girls Clubs. After arriving in Nashville, Mike teamed up with Steve Gibson to produce “One Teardrop Falls” and “Save the Day.” These two original CDs achieved regional airplay and were very well received.Hislatest collaboration with Mike and Kerry Marx and Martin Young coproducing “Do Whatcha Gotta Do” is an upbeat collection of compositions.originalMike’smusichasbeen used by weekly TV and online series in northeast PA, raising the talent of this home-grown musician to new heights. Mike continues to write and record in Nashville and has opened for various artists including the Oak Ridge Boys. Mark your calendar and join us for a foot-tapping evening the whole family will love.Faith Lutheran Church in Blakeslee is the proud host of the Pocono Mountain Summer Concert Series, bringing free familyfriendly entertainment to our shared community for 19 years. Sunday evening performances are held rain or shine in the church sanctuary, and are supported through the generosity of our sponsors and free will offerings from our audiences. Don’t miss this season’s final performance as we present The NEPA Praise Band at 3 p.m. on September 18.Faith Lutheran Church is located at 550 Route 940, Blakeslee, 1 mile east of Blakeslee Corners and 6 miles west of Pocono Pines next to Matirko Hardware. GPS users enter 550 Route 940, Pocono Lake, PA for best accessibleconditionedThedirections.venueisair-andfullytopersons with disabilities. For more information, call 570646-0309, visit www. faithlutheranblakeslee.org and like us on Facebook at Faith Lutheran Church, Blakeslee PA. Visit our website storiesforpocononewspapers.comatin-between-issueandevents
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PennDOT Bridge inspection crews are out this month, including on Interstate 80 Route 209 and into Stroudsburg on 8-15 and 16, at the Turnpike on 8-29 and at the Lehigh River Bridge on 8-30. Keep alert for pothole patching crews and some teams doing work to improve drainage along state roads. A pothole crew is scheduled for Route 940 in Tobyhanna Twp. 8-15 to 19. Visit www.511PA.com for conditions on 40,000+ miles of PA roads.
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The Parish Family of St. Max is waiting to welcome you to enjoy warm, friendly conversation and a delicious meal. Dedicated volunteers will be busy preparing a din ner of chicken, potato salad, green garden salad, dessert, and beverages. Funding for all community dinners is provided by the generosity of members and friends of St. Max and from proceeds of the committee’s three annual Lenten Dinners.
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Free Community Dinner scheduled at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish St. Maximilian Kolbe Par ish, Pocono Pines, invites friends and neighbors to join them for a free Community Dinner. The dinner, spon sored by the parish’s Social Concerns Committee, will be served downstairs in Our Lady of the Lake Hall, 5112 Pocono Crest Road, Pocono Pines, at 2 p.m., Sunday, August 28. With limited seating avail able, reservations are required and can be made by calling 1-727-542-2280; kindly leave a message and your call will be returned as soon as possible. Or stop by the Parish Office Monday through Thursday between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. to reserve your place on the Sign Up Sheet. Deadline for reservations is Wednesday, August 24.
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Heather Bell Goobic, 100, of Bear Creek, died peace fully at home surrounded by her family on daughtershekes-Barre,in2022.JulyMonday,25,BornWilwasthe
of the late Daniel and Jessie Himlin Fisher and was a graduate of Coughlin High School. Heather was an ac tive member of Parsons PM Church in her early years, then later was a member of Messiah PM Church. She was very social and en joyed spending her time with her Woman of Faith group, hosting Bible studies, and most of all being with her family. She spent her time sewing, crafting, reading, and playing cards with friends and family. She had a vibrant personality and made an impact on everyone’s life she came across. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Theodore Goobic; and brothers, Johnny, Daniel and Robert Fisher. She is survived by her loving daughters, Bonnie Weed of Bucks Township, and June (Sheldon) Jones of Harveys Lake; 5 grandchildren, Rob, Jennifer, Brenda, Danielle and Stephanie; 15 greatgrandchildren; nieces and nephews.Funeral service were held August 6, in Messiah Primitive Methodist Church, Bear Creek with Reverend Reginald Thomas and Reverend Hadley Hayes officiating. Interment followed in Chapel Lawn Cemetery, Dallas. The family would like to thank Hospice of the Sacred Heart for their excellent care during Heather’s final days. CatholicByzantineNicholasChurch
late George V. and Marjorie (Kaufman) Lampron. He and his wife, Maureen (Cochrane) Lampron were married 51 years. George was honorably discharged from the United States Army in 1967 after serving in Vietnam. He retired from the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 68 and most recently owned and operated G.A. Lampron Homes in Blakeslee.
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DENNIS N. LEWIS Dennis N. Lewis, 77, of Somerset, passed away on July 1, 2022. He was born L.Bettethethe12,FebruaryYork,Rome,inNewon1945,sonoflateJayneKovich and Louis E. Lewis of Pocono Pines, and the stepson of the late Michael J. Kovich. He was the grandson of the late George E. Newhart of Pocono Pines and Mary S. and Ernest E. Jones of Rome,DennisNY.graduated from Pocono Mountain High School in Swiftwater. He worked at various jobs both in New York and the Poconos over the years. Dennis is survived by sons Dennis N. Lewis Il of Plymouth, Jason E. Lewis and Michael J. Lewis, both of Rome NY; and daughter April D. Lewis of Ohio; beloved brother of Daryl L. Rother, 20 Highland Court, Dallas, PA and Dawn L. Dierkes and husband Michael of Fort Lauderdale, FL. He is also survived by eight grandchildren; nieces, nephews and cousins. Internment will be in Pocono Lake Cemetery, Pocono Pines. A graveside service will be held at a later date.
George A. Lampron, 78, of Long Pond, formerly of Glen Ridge, NJ, sonhe17,February2022.AugustTuesday,awaypassed2,Born1944,wastheofthe
George was an avid outdoorsman. He loved spending time running his beagles, hunting and fly fishing. He was a member of the Monroe County Beagle Club and the Anglers & Hunters Association of Bloomfield. George was also a member of the American Legion Wilson-Fischer Post 413 and an active member of the Blakeslee Rotary Club. Surviving with his wife, Maureen, are his sons William and his wife Nicole of Manahawkin, NJ, and Christopher and his wife Sarah of Roseto; grandchildren Jack, Cole and Jamie Lynn; a sister, Judith Stephens of Virginia; a niece Rose Santana and a nephew Daniel DeRocco of West Orange, NJ. A service with military honors took place August 10, in the Bolock Funeral Home, 6148 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco. In lieu of flowers, please make
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WILLIAM F. DeHAVEN William F. DeHaven, 63, of Scotrun, passed away Saturday, July 30, 2022 at St. Luke’s Hospital-Monroe Campus. He was the husband of Lorrie marriageheDeHaven,(Knappenberger)withwhomcelebrated32yearsofonJune16.
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DARREN ZABAWSKI Darren Zabawski, 54, of Mount Pocono, passed away in his home on Friday, August 5, 2022. Born in the Bronx, New York he was the son of Kenneth Zabawski and the late Carol Ann (Ernst) Zabawski.Darrenworked for PetLand Discounts for many years.Inaddition to his father, Kenneth, Darren will be lovingly remembered by his son, Michael Zabawski; sister, Kim Regina and her husband Mario and niece, Amanda Regina. Darren is preceded in death by his mother, Carol and brother, Keith Zabawski.
KAREN NISSEN Karen Nissen, 75, of Pocono Farms and Country Side in Naples, Florida, passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2022 at St. Luke’s Hospital after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Peekskill, New York she was the daughter of the late Clyde and Doris (Olson) Nissen. Karen was the beloved companion of Bruce Wheeler with whom she shared 33 years. Karen enjoyed golfing and horse racing. Karen will be lovingly remembered by her companion, Bruce Wheeler; brother, David Nissen and his wife Marion; sister-inlaw, Ellie Kirk; niece, Kate Moncayo and her husband Erik; nephew, Tom Nissen and his wife Ashley; greatniece, Emmy Moncayo and great nephew, Miles Moncayo.Services will be private at the convenience of the family.
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A graveside service took place August 11, in St. Catherine’s Cemetery, Covington Township.
LINWOOD EUGENE BROWN SR. Linwood Eugene Brown, Sr., 71, of Mount Pocono, passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2022. Born in New York, New York he was the son of the late Samuel Williams and Helen Brown. He worked as a security guard. Linwood enjoyed listening to music and watching movies. Above all he enjoyed moments with his belovedLinwoodfamily.will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Shadell Brown-Edwards and her husband Gary Edwards; son, Linwood Eugene Brown, Jr; grandchildren, Naazir Style and Sorrell TaylorBrown; brothers, Michael Williams, Jerry Williams, Alfornzo Williams and Wayne Williams; sister, Sandra Brown as well as many beloved nieces and nephews.Services will be private at the convenience of the family.
Born in East Stroudsburg on September 11, 1958, he was the son of the late John DeHaven and Phyllis (Gabel) DeHaven Besecker and lived in the area his entire life.
William was a 1977 graduate of Pocono Mountain High School and Monroe bywife,specialenginetractorsinandlovedCharlesalsoandNelsontoyears,Commission-PortlandRiverworkerForestryalsoVolunteerofHeVocational-TechnicalCountySchool.wasalifetimememberthePoconoMountainFireCompany.HeservedontheBureauofCrew#34.WilliamwasamaintenanceattheDelawareJointTollBridgefor32retiringin2018.Priorthat,hewasemployedbySmith,Contractor,CamelbackSkiCorp,andworkedpart-timeforCoslarSanitation.HehisCubCadettractorsspentmuchtimeworkinghisgaragerepairingandothersmallequipment.Hehadagift.InadditiontohislovingLorrie,heissurvivedasister,SusanLullof Marshalls Creek; a stepsister, Christina Besecker; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Larry and Sandy Knappenberger of Kunkletown; a mother-inlaw, Dolores Knappenberger of Kunkletown; three nephews, KnappenbergerMichaeland his wife, Melissa of Kunkletown, Jeffrey Knappenberger and his wife, Lynn of Saylorsburg, and Colby Cramer; a niece, Haley Sequil of Marshalls Creek; and several grandnephews and grand-nieces; cousins and friends. He will also be missed by his loving cat, Molly. He was preceded in death by stepfather Robert A.TheBesecker,family would like to thank the staff for the quality care and support received at the Monroe County Infusion Center-St. Luke’s Monroe Campus.Funeral were held August 4, at at William H. Kresge Funeral Home, 1763 Route 209, Brodheadsville with Rev. Deborah Scheffey officiating. Burial followed at Dotter’s Corner Cemetery, Kunkletown. In lieu may to the Pocono Township Volunteer Fire Company, 114 Municipal Ln., Tannersville, PA www.kresgefuneralhome.com18372.
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McGinley.BorninMauch Chunk she was the daughter of the late William Christopher and Ellen “Honey” (McGee) Bock.She was a graduate of Mauch Chunk High School and a member of Immaculate Conception Church. Nancy was the owner of McGinley’s Pocono Trail Lodge since 1975 until she retired. Many patrons share fond memories of race weekends, and lodging for hunting and skiing, and the famous salad bar. She was a charter member of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians for over 20 years and held many positions. She opened her home to the annual St Patrick’s Day Parade since its inception, where everyone had a great time. She served as an Aid to the Grand Marshall in 2005. She loved and enjoyed going to all her children and grandchildren’s sporting events. In her later years she enjoyed attending the senior center inSheNesquehoning.ispreceded in death by a daughter Bernadette. She is survived by six sons, Daniel McGinley (Janette), Michael McGinley (Linda), William, James (Sheila), Thomas (Rita), and John (Stacey); and three daughters, Rose Burkhardt (Mike), Connie Salvatore, and Patricia Spillman (Michael); 14 grandchildren, Terry Joe Burkhardt, Daniel (Justine) McGinley, James McGinley, Mario Salvatore, Christopher, Erin and Ally McGinley, Ryan (Jeanette) and Thomas McGinley, Patrick, Danielle and Kate Spillman, Alex and Abby McGinley; and greatgrandchildren Daniel, Chase and Addison McGinley and Webb and Nell McGinley. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Marian Catholic High School in Nancy’s memory.
Nancy L. McGinley, 89, of Jim Thorpe, passed away Tuesday August 2,“Pete”latewifewashome.familybysurrounded2022,lovingatShetheoftheDaniel
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RAFAEL PEREZ Rafael Perez, 64, of Pocono Lake, passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2022 at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center of New York. Born in Brooklyn, New York, he was the son of Rafael Perez and the late Delia Perez. He was the beloved husband of Jacqueline (Auman) Perez with whom he shared 47 yearsRafaeltogether.worked as a motorman for the New York City Transit Authority for many years. He was passionate about music and golfing. He enjoyed listening to music with his family and sharing favorite songs. He loved art and architecture and enjoyed painting. He was extremely talented and appreciated creativity. Above all, Rafael was a genuine and kind family man who cherished moments with his children and grandchildren. In addition to his wife, Jacqueline, Rafael will be lov ingly remembered by his son, Clint Perez, his daughters, Jennifer Sookhoo and Delia Famoso, and his 6 grandchil dren. He is also survived by his father Rafael Perez Sr. and sister Beatriz Perez. A funeral service took place August 3, in the Bolock Funeral Home, 6148 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco.
Evangelist Eleanore Blount was born to the late Leola Florica Hewitt Malone and the late Einar Liberty. Eleanore was raised by her mother, Leola Florica Hewitt Malone and the late Victor Emmanuel Malone Sr., her stepfather. Eleanore attended P.S. 9 in Astoria Queens, New York, and attended Edgar D. Shimer J.H.S. 142, John Adams High School, also in Queens, New York. In the 70s Eleanore was a single mother for many years. While raising her children, Eleanore attended Drake Business School in Manhattan, New York, where she first learned keypunch (data entry). Eleanore also attended The Borough of Manhattan Community College on Chambers Street, while working for the N.Y.C. court system. Eleanore started as a court clerk in downtown Manhattan, in Landlord and Tenant Court, retiring in December of 2007 as a peace officer in the Bronx, New York Court system. Eleanore and Leroy met in 1991 and fell in love instantly. They married on August 29, 1992, which is also her birthday, where we became a blended family. Together, they both have 9 children. Eleanore and Leroy moved to Tobyhanna. They were both members of Dunton Presbyterian Church in South Ozone Park, Queens, New York, where Rev. Des Brown remains as pastor in this present time. Eleanore was preceded in death by her two sons, Decaon Curtis A. Caiby, and Preston C. Caiby; her parents, Leola Florica Hewitt Malone, Einar Liberty, Victor Emmanuel Malone Sr., her stepfather, Ethel Lott, and her two brothers, Walter Liberty, and Eugene Liberty. Eleanore leaves behind her husband Rev. Leroy Blount; her children, Deaconess Angela D. Caiby-Ward, Darwin W. Caiby, Daniel McCormick, Tamika C. McCormick, Frederick Ward, Maria De Faria-Caiby, Annie Lowman, Donya Ethridge, Malik Blount, Kia Rice, and Jessica Cruz Montalvo; siblings, Ena A. Malone, Victor Emmanuel Malone Jr., Mervaline Hackett, Enid Wilson, Karen Ludvick; grandchildren Torrence K. Peck Jr., Marquita M. Peck, Marquis I. Wilson, Darnasia McCormick, Monet’ Daniels, Naiyanna McCormick, Jocquelle S. Caiby, Khadijhah C. Barrett, Darvel Gray, Consuela Small; and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Eleanore had special friends and family, Rona Kinston, Ruth Caiby, Ruth Polite, Ferndale Polite, Ernestine Kearney, Georgette Showers, Jian Lavender, and a host of others. Eleanore was also in The Jesus Christ Church Choir. Eleanore loved singing for the Lord, and most importantly, Mom was a good soldier for The Lord. “Well done my good and faithful(Matthewservant.”25:21)
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