Lake News, September-October 2023

LAKE NEWS

Lake News

September-October 2023 A CANWIN publication

Ruth Isenberg, Editor

Seth Isenberg, Ads / Distribution Publishers

(Continuing the work of founders

Frank Pieri and

Mary Farnschlader, 1995 – 2018)

Lake News is published monthly for the enjoyment of Lake Harmony area residents and visitors. Copies are free and are mailed to Lake Harmony box holders. Find additional copies at The Country Peddler and at selected area businesses.

Subscriptions are also available, for $24 by first class mail, or $15 as a PDF via e-mail. Mail your check to CANWIN at 211 Main St., White Haven PA 18661.

E-mail us at lakenewslakeharmony@gmail.com

Call us at 570-215-0204, Seth x1 and Ruth x2

To submit an article or photo, use the above e-mail, or give us a call. Articles may be accepted or rejected. If accepted, they will be edited. Submitted items can be returned by arrangement. Articles appearing in Lake News may not be reprinted without permission of Lake News or CANWIN newspapers. Mailing address is 211 Main St., White Haven PA 18661.

Fall fulfillment

by Ruth Isenberg

This year, it felt as though Autumn was watching the calendar, and timing itself to make a dramatic entrance on cue.

Though the early part of the month was rainy, it was still warm. The autumn equinox came, and the temperatures dropped. Leaves started to change, and reds and yellows replaced greens. The greens that remained look dusty and used.

With schools back in session, weekends have become more important than ever. Family leisure time is at a premium, as after-school sports and activities have replaced lazy afternoons in the sun.

Some nights, you can see your breath when you walk the dog or take out the trash. There’s no sign of frost on the windshield or ice on the lake yet, but we know it’s only a matter of time.

The chill in the air is exhilarating and tiring. Autumn outdoor activities during the day create a desire to be inside with a warm drink near a hot fire in the evening.

Fortunately, there are plenty of places here at The Lake to fulfill both active and cozy aspects of a Poconos Fall.

LOCAL CONTACT INFORMATION

Kidder Township Office 570 722-0107

Kidder Township Police

(non-emergency #) 570 722-0192

Lake Harmony Vol. Fire Co.

(non-emergency #) 570 722-8138

Lake Harmony Rescue Squad

(non-emergency #) 570 722-1782

For emergencies, call 911. If you do not live in an area served by 911, call 570 325-9111.

KIDDER TOWNSHIP MEETINGS

Kidder Township Supervisor meetings are held the fourth Tuesday of each month at the township building, and unless otherwise noted, begin at 6:30 PM. Notices of special meetings are posted at the township building and advertised. Planning meetings are held the 1st Wednesday at 6 PM; Zoning meetings, the last Monday at 6 PM; EAC, the second Wednesday at 7 PM. The public is welcome. Some meetings are being held online due to COVID restrictions.

At Nick’s Lake House

October 27th – Kid’s Halloween Bash 6-8

At Shenanigans

Karaoke, DJs and Dancing in Boomers Fri. & Sat. 9 p.m. -1 a.m.

October 28th – Halloween Bash & Costume Contest

p.m. to 12:30 a.m. with music by Mystery City At Boulder View Tavern

October 27 - Erin McClelland

The Pub @ the hub Friday & Saturday, 6 to 9 p.m.

29th – Matt Bednarsky

October 6th – Chris Zelenka

Other performers – tba

See ENTERTAINMENT, page 14

May the Forest Be With You

by Mark Peterson

It’s that time of year again. Leaf-peepers are cruising mountain roads looking at all the breathtaking fall colors that our forests display. The very name of our state, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, refers to the sylvan beauty of this land. Old growth stands of white pine and eastern hemlock, as much as 150-feet tall, once dominated the landscape. To the early settlers of our area, the forests were so thick and foreboding, they called it “Shades of Death,” inspiring the name of a trail in Hickory Run State Park.

Our forests have undergone considerable changes over the years. Beginning in the 1830s, sawmills dotted the banks of streams and rivers, sending timber downstream via the newly constructed Lehigh Canal between White Haven and Easton. Loggers cut down the majestic trees for lumber and bark, the tannic acid in the bark being used to prepare leather. But the logging was unsustainable.

In 1875 a devastating forest fire burned from Mud Run into Monroe County, dooming the

logging and tanning industries. The ruins of the vats that were used to cure the hides at Lehigh Tannery, one of the largest such leather tanning operations in the country, can still be seen by the Tannery Bridge and the D&L Trail (above). The loss of trees, periodic wildfires and recurring floods took their toll on local communities, which were See FOREST, page 7

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abandoned over time. Left alone, the forest had a chance to regenerate.

In the early 1900’s, millionaire General Harry Trexler of Allentown noticed the lack of recreational opportunities for the people of the anthracite region. He purchased land in what is now Hickory Run State Park in 1918. Trexler was quoted as saying: “I would like to see Hickory Run developed into a state park where families can come and enjoy wholesome recreation.”

The setting aside of nearly 16,000 acres of land for the park and thousands more for nearby state game lands brings the promise of beautiful fall foliage in the month of October. You can see the hints of color on some trees as early as August. By September, you feel that change is in the air. As the nights grow longer, the chlorophyll production slows down and the trees store energy needed for the long, cold winter. Weather can affect the autumn colors. The best conditions are dry sunny days and cool, crisp nights. Sometimes a storm can sweep in and blow all the leaves off the trees.

Some of my favorite spots to see the fall colors

include Big Boulder Lake, with its excellent view of the ski slopes on Lake Mountain. I also like to climb to the top of Split Rock you can see for miles from the summit.

Another way to enjoy the season is to drive along beautiful, forested roads to Peterson’s Ski and Cycle in Blakeslee. Now is an excellent time to get ready for ski season or purchase a mountain bike so you can enjoy cycling through the autumnal beauty of our area. You can also get jackets, blankets, souvenirs and so much more. Stop by or visit us online at www.petersonsskiandcycle.com. We hope to ski you soon!

Happy birthday to TJ Martino

About 200 family and friends gathered Saturday, August 19, at the Martino lakefront to celebrate Tom “TJ” Martino’s 90 th birthday. Friends came from as far away as CA, AZ, FL and ME to celebrate TJ and have a mini Lake reunion.

TJ would like to thank everyone for making this such a special day!

CCAL art show coming in October

If you are an artist or artisan, join the Carbon County Art League (CCAL) in their upcoming 41st Annual Art Show at the Lehigh Gap Nature Center (LGNC) in Slatington, held October 14 to 15, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

The Art Show is free for the public to attend, and no registration is required. Artists interested in submitting their work should contact info@ carboncountyart.com. This show is an opportunity to display and sell your work, as well as support CCAL and LGNC.

The monthly membership meeting scheduled for October is cancelled due to the show that week.

The Martino family wasn’t the only family to celebrate birthdays this August. Celebrating Nina Peterson’s birthday (the youngest of eight children) with a family get-together has become a family tradition. On or about every third weekend in August, cousins come from out of state and rent a house in Lake Harmony. The extended family and friends get together to celebrate “Cuz Fest”, a multiday affair of food, drink, music, laughs and fun at the lake. Pictured in the photo, taken from the dock at Nick’s Lake House, are the Peterson siblings from left to right: Nina, (Beth—deceased), John, Mary, Julie, Scott, Eric, and Mark.

Photo by Anne Martino

Celebrate the Tannersville Bog

The Tannersville Bog Stewardship Committee along with The Nature Conservancy is sponsoring their annual Bog Day on October 22, from 10-12. This day features a guided walk on the boardwalk as well as information on the bog and light refeshments. It also gives participants the opportunity to meet some of the volunteers who help to maintain and protect this unique natural area.

The FREE walk will be held at 10 a.m. Registration is required, call 570-629-3061 to register. Please wear appropriate footwear. Meet at the Tannersville Bog parking lot.

On behalf of The Hangout

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At PoconoOrganics.com, Long Pond Guided Farm Tours Saturdays and Sundays

At Mauch Chunk Opera House mcohjt.com

Doors open at 7, shows at 8 unless noted 29 - Tammy Pescatelli (Comedian)

30 - Romeo Delight - The Ultimate Van Halen Tribute

Fri 10/6 - Nyke Van Wyk and friends

Sat 10/7 - 70’s Flashback

Thurs 10/12 - Serene Green

Fri 10/13 - The Gathering Gloom - Tribute to The Cure

Sat 10/14 - Beginnings - The music of Chicago

Sun 10/15 - The Badlees

Thurs 10/19 - Enter The Haggis

Fri 10/20 - Splintered Sunlight - The Grateful Dead show

Sat 10/21 - Classic Stones Live - Rolling Stones tribute

Thurs 10/26 - Shane McGeehan Band

Fri 10/27 - Peek-a-Boo Revue - Things that go bump in the night (Halloween burlesque show)

Sat 10/28 - Slambovian Circus of Dreams Halloween Ball

Sun 10/29 - Willy Porter

Fri 11/3 - Motor City Revue - The Ultimate Motown Tribute

At Pennspeak.com

October 14 – Buddy Guy

17-19 – Islands in the Stream tribute to Dolly & Kenny

21 - Lita Ford with Nelson

25 – Jersey Beach Boys

28 – Live Wire ultimate AC/DC

Nov 1 – Barbra & Frank – The Concert that never was knoebels.com amusement park

free admission, free parking, free entertainment

Hallo-Fun Fri., Sat. & Sun. through October

Kirby Center for Performing Arts, Wilkes-Barre

KirbyCenter.org

October 12th – Victor Wooten w/Rebirth Brass Band

13th – Sam Vulcano

14th – Franki Valli and the Four Seasons

20th – American Girl Live

21st – Joe Nardone presents 60s Rock n Roll

28th – Mania: ABBA Tribute

29th – Rocky Horror Picture Show

Nov 1 – Mariachi Herencia de Mexico (2 shows)

MoheganSunArenaPA.com

Penguins Ice Hockey starting Oct 4

PPLCenter.com

Phantoms starting Oct 14

MountAiryCasino.com

John Waite – Oct 20th – 8 p.m.

Lonestar - Nov 10th – 8 p.m.

parenfaire.com Aug 19 – Oct 29

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Saturday, October 7, 9-11 a.m. or truck is full

Kidder Police promote Dinkelacker, had busy August

by Seth Isenberg

In Kidder Township police news shared at the September 26 supervisors’ meeting, the promotion to Corporal of patrolman Jacob Dinkelaker put the township police front and center. Chief of police Matthew Kuzma recommended the promotion, and Kidder supervisors approved the new Corporal by unanimous vote. Dinkelaker is a police officer for 11 years, serving Kidder for the past five.

Supervisor Wilson Klotzman read two thank you notes that were sent to the township, one praising police for help provided after their car broke down, and the other for work done to see that a taken television was replaced.

Supervisors agreed to pay $167,258 into the 2024 Police Pension Plan.

The department had 265 calls in August. The department was busy with traffic, writing 67 tickets. Chief Kuzma, in his report, pointed out the 19 parking tickets written for parking on Route 940 at Wawa. Of note in the monthly written report, 13 false alarms, 14 accidents, 9 animal complaints, 15 disorderly conduct, 7 medical emergencies, 7 suspicious persons, 4 thefts, 4 welfare checks, 3 mental health, 2 stalking, 2 fireworks complaints and a PFA. Traffic reports include an arrest, a warning, an abandoned vehicle, 4 motorist assists,

3 traffic hazards, and 3 other. The department’s four vehicles were out patrolling the township for 12,248 miles in August. Please do not hesitate to call 9-1-1 for an emergency, and for fireworks and other complaints.

Chief Matt Kuzma with newly named Cpl. Jacob Dinkelaker. LN: Seth Isenberg

On the Road by

About Apples

Seth Isenberg

It’s apple season here in our corner of Pennsylvania. Lake Harmony is surrounded by family-owned orchards which offer quality fruit, consistently over the years. There is wide variety of apples and we like ours juicy and tart. Our favorite is the Stayman Winesap, an apple that ripens in October.

Ruth and I start our apple season each year at the Bloomsburg Fair, buying fresh-pressed apple cider (pressed there in front of you), as well as

some apple dumplings. For those of you who don’t make it to the Fair, here’s a short list of orchards within a half hour of The Lake, all in the Effort/ Brodheadsville area.

In Jonas, just west of Effort, a small family farm at the corner of Jonas Road and Route 534 is Snyder’s Orchard. It’s a driveway off Route 534 (not well marked) with the apple shed beside the home there. Snyder’s offers Winesaps.

Heckman Orchard is on Route 115 in Effort, right

See ON THE ROAD, page 18

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at the bottom of the hill. They also have Winesaps and their own very good, slightly tart cider.

Goulds Produce and Farm Market is off Route 209, north of Brodheadsville about two miles, then south (right turn) on Frable Road for a quarter mile.

Both Heckmans and Goulds offer apples and a variety of produce and farm products including pumpkins.

Here’s one more for a bit of a travel adventure, Heller Orchard in Wapwallopen hosts an apple festival the third weekend in October that’s worth the drive a bit less than an hour from Lake Harmony.

Pick-your-own apples is a special bit of fun

offered by only a few area orchards. Spring Mountain Farm on Route 209 north of Lehighton is listed as having picking available, along with fresh picked apples and produce in their store. OHF Orchard on Orchard Road outside of Bloomsburg is another listing pick-your-own apples.

And one more … Ritter’s Cider Mill in Mt .Cobb off Interstate 84 offers lots of varieties of apples including Stayman Winesaps. They also make cider, pies, candy apples and other fall treats. We like to pick up a bag of fresh-made cider donuts hot and sweet. Bring the kids for autumnthemed attractions like the corn maze, farm animals, hayrides and more.

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Code Enforcement— August 74 calls about accumulation of trash – one citation. There were 8 calls about high grass/ plants; 14 on unregistered vehicles, one of placing indoor furniture outside, and 44 about storing trash in containers – all resolved.

Officers made 20 home and 18 tree inspections, and inspected 63 other violations issuing one citation.

From LAKE NEWS October/November 2003

The cover of this issue is a black and white photo by Sean Pollock, titled Last Run of the Summer. It’s taken from the prow of a boat looking out over a cold lake and leafless trees along the shore.

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The Carbon County Friends of Animals will be holding its first horse show on October 19 at Getz’s farm in Albrightsville. There will be approximately 30 classes and a $25 donation to sponsor each class.

The Liberty Belles Ladies Golf League, who play at Mountain Laurel Golf Resort, held their annual Rallye for a Cure on Monday, September 22 (postponed from September 15 due to incement weather). A total of $480 was raised for the Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

A Finnegan’s Wake was held at Murphy’s Loft as a benefit for the Tunkhannock Township Volunteer Fire Company. Entertainment was provided by The Barley Boys, and Ocean County Emerald Society Pipes & Drums.

State Representative Keith McCall organized a senior fair for all seniors in the Carbon Plaza Mall. It included the presence of the Pennmobile of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to process motor vehicle needs.

The Penn Kidder Senior Center organized a golf group, which offered reduced prices at both Split Rock’s South Course, and Mountain Laurel Golf Course.

“September 15 through 19 seemed like a third NASCAR week in the Poconos. Many drivers’ motorcoaches and vendor trailers, enroute from the September 14 race in New Hampshire, were See ARCHIVES, page 31

Post Office Notes

Reminder that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

breast cancer as well, though it is rare. Breast cancer begins in the breast tissue when the cells in the breast change, grow out of

by Christine A. Gilliar-Feller

control, and form a tumor.

Each stamp is 85¢; a book is $17, available year round.

U.S. Postal Service Reveals Stamps for 2023 Piñatas!

Celebrate the fun and See PO NOTES, page 27

Breast cancer is the second most common type of cancer for women in the United States. Men can get

Complete Automotive Repair & Diagnostic

40 Bowman Rd., Jim Thorpe

Dan Walker, owner

A complete repair facility, for work on all makes and models. We do alignments. Electrical and computer diagnostics.

570-325-2925

www.pennforestgarage.com

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traditional hand-sewn dresses, handmade toys and flowers, and classic piñatas themselves. Víctor Meléndez created the original art and designed the stamps. Antonio Alcalá was the art director.

tradition of piñatas with a colorful new booklet of 20 stamps. The stamp art features four lively, digital illustrations of two traditional piñata designs — a donkey and a seven-point star. The bright, saturated color palette was inspired by Mexican culture, including the vibrant colors of small-town houses,

Thinking of You

Capturing the excitement and delight of receiving a card in the mail meant just for you, Thinking of You features five stamps in a pane of 20 and a host of diecut, self-adhesive messages — perfect to

See PO NOTES, page 28

A Technet repair shop, member of a network of independent repair facilities providing a nationwide 24-month 24,000-mile warranty on all repairs.

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accompany letters or cards sent to brighten someone’s day. Each stamp is designed in fun colors with different whimsical images, including flowers, balloons, cute animals, sweet treats and symbols of good luck. Words of encouragement and thoughtful affirmations surround the stamps on the pane. Art director Greg Breeding designed the stamps with original artwork by Ellen Surrey.

a rooftop preparing to climb down the chimney; a reindeer standing in a snowy forest; and a snowy tree decorated with colorful ornaments. Art director Derry Noyes designed the stamps with original art by Gregory Manchess.

Postal Products

Customers may purchase stamps and other philatelic products through the Postal Store at usps.com/ shopstamps, by calling 844-737-7826, by mail through USA Philatelic or at Post Office locations nationwide.

Snow Globes

Beloved by children and adults alike, snow globes can be miniature works of art, kitschy souvenirs or anything in between. Celebrating the spirit of the holidays, the Postal Service captures the playful pleasure of Christmas snow globes on four new stamps. Painting in oil, the artist created spherical snow globes featuring icons of the season: a snowman wearing a jaunty red-and-white scarf; Santa Claus on

The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

As always, We thank you for your business

April Shaner, Postmaster Christine A. Gilliar-Feller, Sales Service Associate, fancy for clerk Window hours, Monday–Friday 8 -11:30 a.m., 1 to 4:45 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Lobby hours 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. 365 days a year,7 days a week

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This winter, show your dog some extra love by providing them with the ultimate warmth & style. Head over to our store today and treat your best friend to a new bed, sweater, or coat. Your pup will thank you!

Archives

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stymied by the weatherl in Dover, Delaware, site of the September 21 MBNA 400. They were told to stay out of Delaware on Monday due to extensive flooding. Many opted to exit I-80 and wait out the storm at the Comfort Inn on SR 940, Best Western on SR 115, and other familiar spots in the area. It was touchand go with Hurricane Isabel forecasted for later the same week so many stayed through the week. Events in Dover were canceled for Thursday and Friday. By Friday morning, the rain had stopped and the trailers began the last leg of their journey from New Hampshire to Dover on dry but windy roadways. The Saturday Busch race and Sunday Winston Cup race went off without a hitch.”

Lake Harmony Volunteer Fire Company Chief Al Klitsch penned a letter for LAKE NEWS seeking able-bodied new members from Lake Harmony to become firefighters. He wrote that the average age of firefighters responding to calls with the LHVFC is 54 years-old. “My

hat’s off to those few good men and women. The residents of Lake Harmony and Kidder Township do not realize the savings that we afford them. You make think your taxes are out of control now, [but] imagine paying for a PAID fire department… And believe me, it’s coming –and fast.”

The Pine Point Car Wash is due to open by the end of October. It will be using technological advances to recycle the water it uses.

Larry O’Rourke offers high praise for this year’s [ninth] annual Shenanigans Restaurant Charity Golf Tournament, raising money for the Helping Hands Society, which provides assistance to children with disabilities in the Hazleton/Western Poconos area. Jeffrey Henning and Nick Pantages attracted 140 golfers to the Split Rock Golf Course.

Hanna’s Farm Market

811Stoney Hollow Rd

Pocono Lake

570.442.7045

Fall Decorations • Garden Ornaments

Artisan Breads Fridays; Produce; Fresh Baked Goods Daily; Fresh Baked Baguettes

Wednesday and Sunday; Locally Butchered Meat; Charcuterie; Alaskan-Caught Seafood; Local Dairy; Italian Pastas from Tallutos; Many More Locally-Sourced Food Items; Fresh Brewed Coffee and Herbal Teas served daily.

Open Tues. through Sat. 9-5, Sun. 9-2 , closed Mon. OPEN THROUGH DECEMBER WITH OUR CHRISTMAS SHOP hannasfarmmarket@gmail.com

TUNDRA

by Chad Carpenter

Kidder Supervisors make quick work of September meeting

by Seth Isenberg

At Kidder Township’s September supervisors’ meeting, a short agenda made for a quick meeting on Sept. 26.

Long-awaited tree work along township roads has started, reported supervisor Noel Torres in the roadmaster’s report.

The Lake Harmony Rescue Squad is replacing its proximity door locks. Cost is $10,600 for the project. The LHRS asked for $6,360 from the township, and supervisors voted instead to pay the whole amount.

Items of business include pension plan payment for non-uniformed personnel of $13,171.

A lease agreement for two new Canon copiers was started for $114 each per month from GBM.

A subdivision agreement of five lots within the Split Rock Country Club has been withdrawn. A new one is anticipated.

Lake Harmony Volunteer Fire Department Fire Chief Ralph Lennon reported that the installation of a dry hydrant at the Jack Frost National Golf Course is underway. He repeated his request that the township look to install more 911 signal repeaters on are cell towers.

Meeting items about the Police Department are in a separate story in this issue.

Electronics recycling is October 7 from 9 a.m. to 11 at the township building.

LHRS September Report

The Lake Harmony Rescue Squad’s’23-’24 fundraising letter should be in your mailboxes soon. To donate this year’s campaign, send a check to:

LAKE HARMONY RESCUE SQUAD AND AMBULANCE CORPS, INC.

P.O. Box 564, Lake Harmony, PA 18624, or go to lakeharmonyambulance.com to make a payment with a credit card. While there, consider buying a LHRS hat, shirt or sweatshirt.

The LHRS is buying another 4-wheel drive ambulance, same specs as the new one, to arrive later in 2024.

The LHRS put 2129 miles on unit 1761 through the end of August. Crews were out 41 times in Lake Harmony, and six times into the White Haven area. Units also went out on 16 fire alarm calls.

The LHRS is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Obituary

DENNIS MICHAEL CONNOR

Dennis Michael Connor was born on July 17, 1946, in Philadelphia, PA, and passed away peacefully on August 19, 2023. at the age of 77. He was a devoted husband to Diane, loving father to Lauren Connor, and loyal friend who made a lasting impact on everyone he encountered. His laid back, light-hearted personality will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who were blessed to meet him.

Dennis was particularly proud to be a 1964 graduate of Father Judge High School, where he excelled in academics and loved playing football. He was also very proud to then serve our country as a United States Army Private First Class. He was a proud supporter of our Armed Forces Veterans. Upon returning from military service, Dennis became an entrepreneur, starting his own company, Connor Brothers Paving.

In 1976, Dennis was beyond thrilled to be selected as a Ski Instructor at Big Boulder Ski Area. He was quite popular in the Poconos with his Porsche 911, charming looks, and bigger than life personality. Dennis spent over 40 years as a ski instructor and coach for the Jack Frost-Big Boulder (JFBB) Race Teams. He especially loved skiing and coaching with his daughter Lauren, and he always lovingly referred to her as his “baby doll.” While coaching the “Mountain Group”, the students reveled in his fun-loving nature, and joke-telling, while they learned how to have perfect ski form. He won numerous ski racing trophies and was a lifetime member of the Professional Ski Instructors Association.

His love for the outdoors also extended to hunting, fishing, biking, and golf. Dennis took great pleasure in playing golf with his loving wife. They thoroughly enjoyed playing golf in the towns

where they owned investment properties.

Dennis and Diane also shared a passion for real estate. During the past 30 years, they have bought, sold and renovated numerous properties in Lake Harmony, Stone Harbor, NJ and Naples, FL. He was the proud property owner of 805 Skye Drive in Lake Harmony Estates for over 25 years which was at 2,016 feet elevation overlooking Boulder Lake and Big Boulder Ski Area.

Dennis was an avid Phillies and Eagles fan. Particularly the Phillies, he’d always say “ Why did they take the good pitcher out before the end of the game?” He was a loving family man, and he treasured time spent with his beloved spouse, Diane, and his cherished daughter, Lauren.

Dennis lived his life to the fullest, with a great sense of humor and a heart full of love for family and friends. In addition to his wife and daughter, Dennis is survived by his sister Kathy Danno and his brother Larry Connor. He will also be sadly missed by his nieces, nephews, and too many dear friends to count. Dennis is preceded in death by his parents, James and Catherine Connor, and his siblings, Raymond, Jim, and Susan Connor.

A funeral ass was held August 30, from the Assumption B.V.M Church, Feasterville-Trevose. Interment was private.

To continue celebrating the life of our beloved Dennis, we invite you to share your favorite memories or photos on his memorial page. Your stories and pictures will serve as a testament to Dennis’s vibrant life and lasting impact. Let us remember him not with sorrow but with joy, for he lived a life full of love, adventure, and laughter.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Fisher House Foundation in Rockville, MD, at fisherhouse.org. It is a charity that builds comfort homes where military and veteran families can stay free of charge while a loved one is in the hospital.

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In October, a maple tree before your window lights up your room like a great lamp. Even on cloudy days, its presence helps to dispel the gloom.

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