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Wal-Mart Supercenter No longer planned for Lehigh Township BY JUSTIN SWEITZER Lehigh Township residents can breathe a sigh of relief, as the development of a Wal-Mart supercenter within the township has been nixed, according to township supervisors. At the Sept. 12 Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors meeting, the board announced that the developers behind the WalMart supercenter proposed for Route 145 and Birch Drive were withdrawing their land development plan for the property. When asked for clarification about the withdrawal, Miller told residents that there are no longer plans to move forward with developing the Wal-Mart. “They have no intention of developing that property,” she said. The decision was presented to township planners the night prior. According to Supervisor Blaine Holden, the decision was not related to the township in any way. Holden said that company representatives made that clear in front of the township’s planning commission. Miller speculated about the company’s decision, believing that it could possibly be attributed to the reshaping of corporate
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structures across the country. “This is all happening since Amazon announced their acquisition of Whole Foods, and I feel that Wal-Mart at this point is looking at their strategic direction and they’re reanalyzing everywhere,” she said. “We’re not the only community; they’ve pulled plans from other communities as well.” In addition to the proposed supercenter, the development would have also featured a WalMart branded convenience store and gas station. The proposal had received significant backlash from the community, with some residents even threatening to move out of the township due to the now-defunct plans. “I just think that right now they’re just trying to get their ducks in order from a corporate perspective,” Miller said. “They asked courteously that the community still support Wal-Mart.” In unrelated business, the board officially passed an ordinance further regulating firework displays within the township. The ordinance, which has been in the works since July, would limit firework displays to a maximum time span of 30
minutes. They would also have to conclude by 10 p.m. in all cases, except for national holidays including the Fourth of July and New Year’s Eve. Special exceptions to guidelines set in the amended ordinance will be considered by the board of supervisors on a caseby-case basis. Solicitor David Backenstoe, who outlined the ordinance at the meeting, also said that displays in the township will require a state-licensed operator to be in attendance at the display for its entire duration. The board of supervisors also moved to approve a speed study to explore a potential speed limit reduction on North Dogwood Road, along with a warrant analysis for a three-way stop sign at the intersection of North Dogwood Road, Cottonwood Road and Red Maple Drive. The action to look into such changes came after a township resident contacted Township Manager Alice Rehrig with safety concerns about speed levels along the road and at nearby intersections. The next Lehigh Township Board of Supervisors meeting will be on Sept. 26 at 7 p.m.
Looking by Back Ed Pany
Remembering March 1941 The United States in 1941 was improving our defenses. We were concerned with the war in Europe and Japanese aggression in Asia. The Northampton Rotary Club heard a speaker who had spent years in Japan. His view of Japan in 1941 is interesting. He worked there as a missionary for 10 years. He said, “The Japanese people are suffering hardships. Their food is rationed and clothing is limited. They are closely watched lest they violate the many rules and regulations. The Army and Navy are well fed from immense stores that have been secured during recent years.” Should war come between the U.S. and Japan, he thought that it would be over soon. He said, “The Japanese are strong, not only in defensive positions but in armament and would put up a hard fight.” How correct he was. Here at home, each day young draft selectees were called to duty. On March 28, 1941, eleven men left Allentown by train for induction at Wilkes Barre. I am sure some of our readers knew these fine young men: Stephen Recker of Northampton, RDI, Paul Kutzler, who would later become Mayor of Northampton, George Konya, Ignatius Lorenz, Earl Shoemaker, my wife’s uncle, Kermit Kleintop, Gordon Thomas of Walnutport, Jack Cunningham,
John Drabuschak of North Catasauqua, Thomas Flyte of Bath and John Marth of Northampton, RDII. The State Employment Service issued an appeal asking every unemployed worker or every worker with a skill in defense to register. They were part of a nation in effort to recruit workers needed in national defense production. On a lighter note, the Lentz Motor Co., (remember them on Main Street?) was awarded a contract for a new Chevrolet Cruiser car for the Northampton Police Department. The contract was $258 plus the old car. The car was delivered last week. There were citizenship exercises for 34 new citizens from the Northampton area, in a program held at Northampton High School. In March 1941, you could still purchase a Pontiac Deluxe for $828 at Geo J. Falk, located at 25 West 10th Street in Northampton. Quality Service Station was selling Firestone Convoy tires for $5.51. Their slogan was, “Buy as you need, pay as you use, as little as 75 cents a week.” The Roxy featured “Andy Hardy’s Private Secretary” with Lewis Stone, Mickey Rooney and Fay Holden. We’ll be back next time in 1941 to share more memories. Moravian College 275TH Anniversary
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GETTING OUT! EVENTS AROUND TOWN The GETTING OUT section of The Home News is open to events that are FREE for the community to attend and participate in. If you have an event and are not sure if it qualifies for this section, call us at 610-923-0382! We also offer low cost classifieds for those events that do not qualify.
Moore Township Historical Commission- Monthly
meeting at 7 p.m., last Wednesday of the month at Moore Twp. Municipal Building, public is welcome.
Governor Wolf Historical Society Monthly Meeting- 7 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month except
August on the GWHS campus, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath. Public welcome. For information, govwolf.org.
Governor Wolf Historical Society Museum, 6600 Jacksonville Road, Bath: Open to the public 1-3 p.m. the third Saturday of the month, with tours of the society’s campus offered. For information, govwolf.org.
Bath Museum-Open every third Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Located in Bath Borough building at Penn and Washington Streets.
Atlas Cement Memorial Museum- Open second and
fourth Sunday of every month through September from 1 to 3 p.m.
Whitefield After Dark: Live on the Lawn- Friday, Sept. 22 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Moravian Historical Society. Nazareth Business Council presents a free, community concert.
Movie Night in Keystone Park- “Ghostbusters” at 8 p.m. in Keystone Park, Bath on Friday, Sept. 29. Bring blankets and chairs. Shown in pavilion if there’s rain. Brought to you by Bath Farmers Market. Free Community Dinner- Saturday, September 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Schoeneck Moravian Church, Fellowship Hall.
Shredding Event Hosted by Rep. Zach Mako- Saturday, October 7 from 10 a.m. to noon, Northampton Memorial Community Center, 1601 Laubach Avenue.
Community Campfire- Saturday, October 21 at Firefighter’s
Park in Bath, 7 to 10 p.m.
Community Thanksgiving Lovefeast Concert- Sunday, November 19 at 3 p.m. at Nazareth Moravian Church.
Bath Tree Lighting- November 25 at 6 p.m. in Monocacy
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Christmas in Nazareth- December 9, community-wide
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Nazareth Tree Lighting- December 7 at 7 p.m. in Center Square.
Luminaria Night- December 9 at 6 p.m., Borough of Bath.
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Second Annual Artisan Show at St. Nicholas Church Submitted by KATE KERN St. Nicholas Church in the Berlinsville area of Lehigh Township will hold their Second Annual Artisan Show on Saturday, September 23 and Sunday, September 24. Hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The show will feature original work by local artists and a variety of hand-made crafts, all perfect for Christmas gifts or many other special occasions. Creations include stained glass items, wreaths, handmade rosaries and prayer shawls, hair accessories, jewelry, purses and scarves, painted sign sand country crafts, fall and Christmas items, as well as beautiful photography, or original drawings and paintings. New to this year’s show will be an art raffle. Enter for a chance to win an original drawing or painting or a beautifully decorated window that will enhance any home décor. Tickets will be available at the show for $2 a piece or three
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or to satisfy a sweet tooth. All are welcome and admission is free. St. Nicholas Catholic Church is located at 4412 Mountain View Drive, Walnutport. Please call 610-767-3107 with questions.
Bath Vol. Fire Fighters Halloween Parade Tuesday, October 17, 2017 – 7 p.m.
Rain Date: Oct. 18, 2017 – 7 p.m. DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION – OCT. 13, 2017 Name of Organization _______________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ Number of Marchers ________________________________________________ Number of Vehicles _________________________________________________ Approx. Length of Vehicles ___________________________________________ Contact Person ____________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ Contact Number ___________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ Mailing Address:____________________________________________________ Please also accompany the form with 50 words or less describing your organization and activities for TV coverage. Please return this form no later than October 13 to: PARADE COMMITTEE, Bath Vol. Fire Fighters, 121 Center St. Suite B, Bath, PA 18014 Parade route will start at Broad and East Main Sts. For staging of parade all vehicles will enter from Northampton and Broad Sts. Marchers should be dropped off in front of George Wolf Elementary School.
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NORTHAMPTON POLICE REPORT SEPTEMBER 8
• Terroristic threats in the 2300 block of Dewey Avenue. Report of a male threatening another male. • EMS ambulance assist in the 1000 block of Main Street. Officers assist EMS with the transport of a female. • Harassment in the 1800 block of Lincoln Avenue. Report of harassment by two males.
Police Blotter Assault on George Wolf Elementary Playground
Max Hoffman, a 25-year-old from Bath, was charged with simple assault, harassment and disorderly conduct after he was involved in a fight with a 14-yearold juvenile male at the George Wolf Elementary School playground around 3 p.m. Hoffman was riding a motorized scooter around the playground when he confronted the juvenile and his
SEPTEMBER 9
• Domestic in the 1400 block of Washington Avenue between a male and a female.
SEPTEMBER 10
• Drunkenness in the 1000 block of Wynnewood Drive. Report of an intoxicated male.
• Domestic in the 1400 block Dewey Avenue between a male and a female. • Criminal mischief in the 100 block of W. 16th Street. Report of the windshield and driver side hood of a legally parked vehicle damaged. two friends. The pair exchanged words before getting into a physical altercation. The 14 year old suffered a fracture in his hand during the incident. Hoffman was charged via a summons for the charges.
DUI in Lower Nazareth Township
Officers were notified of an intoxicated male attempting to purchase alcohol at a business in Northampton Crossings after driving to the store on August 31. While responding, the
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ment. During the police investigation, it was determined that there may be a wanted person hiding inside the apartment. A CRPD K-9 Unit was used to assist searching the apartment. The K-9 subsequently alerted police to a bedroom closet door. Inside the closet, police found Daniel Bender, age 25, and Luis Pagan, age 35, hiding. Bender has multiple warrants out from various agencies in Northampton County and Luis Pagan had warrants out in Lehigh County. They were both taken into custody.
SEPTEMBER 14
• Criminal mischief in the 1300 block of Main Street. Report of a house and legally parked vehicle egged. witness stated the male, Frank Hans Belinc, 37 of Nazareth, had left the business and was driving westbound at a high rate of speed on Easton-Nazareth Highway. Officers located the vehicle and observed it fail to maintain a single lane of travel several times. A traffic stop was conducted and the vehicle stopped in the middle of the roadway. Officers made contact with Belinc, who was extremely intoxicated. He was unable to complete field sobriety tests due to his level of intoxication. He was taken to St. Luke’s Anderson Campus where a blood sample was taken, which showed his BAC was 0.31 percent. He has been charged with DUI and numerous traffic infractions.
Arrest made in Bath
On September 3, CRPD officers observed a suspicious vehicle parked in the lot at 107 E. Main Street in Bath. While an officer was talking to the individuals, the officer could smell marijuana coming from the car. During their investigation, the police discovered that Anthony Santiago, 24 of Bethlehem, was wanted out of Northampton County. A search of the car revealed marijuana. Santiago was taken into custody and transported to Northampton County Central Booking and a summons will be sent via mail to Maria Ortiz, 19 of Bethlehem, for Possession of a small amount of marijuana.
CRPD apprehends Stolen vehicle
Colonial Regional Police observed a stolen red Acura TSX in the area of Bath Pike and Steuben Road and stopped the vehicle on September 3. After removing the occupants, the driver was taken into custody for receiving stolen property and driving with a suspended license. The vehicle was confirmed to be stolen from the Philadelphia City area. The driver was identified as Luis Daniel Ortiz-Cintron, 41 of Allentown, and arraigned before the on-call magistrate. Ortiz-Cintron was committed on $50,000 straight bail.
Strangulation, Simple assault in Nazareth
On September 1, CRPD responded to Newburg Road for a Domestic Disturbance and made contact with Gina Chroust, 24 of Nazareth. Chroust had grabbed the neck of her ex-boyfriend and struck him in the head. Chroust was then taken into custody for strangulation and simple assault under domestic violence and harassment. Chroust was taken to Northampton County Central Booking for arraignment.
Hahn votes For taxpayers, Approves Budget Bill
Tom Wolf for his signature into law. Hahn issued the following statement after the vote: “When the Senate sent us legislation that would have increased taxes on your electric and telephone bills and added two new taxes on natural gas consumption, the response from constituents was overwhelming. As stewards of your hard-earned dollars, we need to do better. “The legislation we passed today puts taxpayers first. In addition to fully funding the 2017-18 budget, this bill would erase the structural deficit hanging over us from the 2016-17 budget. That fact is particularly important, because it would allow us to square our balance sheet and put us on better financial footing. “House Bill 453 does not ask you to dig deeper into your wallet through tax hikes and does not place an added burden on future generations through irresponsible borrowing. It does ask the Legislature to do more with less, as it removes $20 million from our reserve accounts. “This revenue package takes elements from proposals offered by the Senate, the governor, the House Appropriations Committee and the groups of legislators who recommended fund transfers. With the latter, it by no means accesses accounts to the extent that group suggested. Only accounts that are dormant or include excessive reserves of taxpayer money are part of this plan. Programs such as farmland preservation and volunteer firefighting are untouched. “I hope my Senate colleagues act quickly on House Bill 453 and send it to the governor’s desk.”
Brosky Insurance Agency donates To Catasauqua Food Bank
Submitted by ANGELA WEINHOFER Brosky Insurance Agency of Catasauqua recently finished in second place in the Erie Insurance Group charity golf challenge. With the second place Submitted by SCOTT LITTLE finish, the Brosky Agency has State Rep. Marcia Hahn (R- secured a $6,000 donation to the Bushkill Township) joined the Catasauqua Food Bank. K-9 Unit leads to The Brosky Agency will present majority of her colleagues in apTwo arrests in Bath proving legislation that would the donation to the food bank on On September 12, CRPD re- fund the 2017-18 budget with- September 28 at 10 a.m. at the sponded to a disturbance at Wolf out the need for tax increases or food bank, located at 527 Front Apartments located on Green borrowing. House Bill 453 now Street, Catasauqua. For more inStreet in Bath. An unwanted fe- awaits July please contact Todd approval by 2014 the state Saturday, 12, @Sen9:00formation, AM male was trying to enter an apart- ate before it can be sent to Gov. Brosky at 610-264-3940.
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Everyone’s in Sales
So, I walked into a brewery to confirm details on an event I had planned and they were one of the participants. “Is John here?” Hostess, “No, but I’ll get someone for you.” While I waited a bartender came up to me, “May I help you?” “No thanks, I am being helped.” Two minutes went by and a waitress came over to me. “May I help you?” “No thanks, I’m being helped.” Then another bartender came over. “Can I help you?” I burst into laughter and told him that he was the fourth person who offered to help. They must have a great training program there. Then the game changed. A tall chef-looking guy marched out of the kitchen heading towards me and I thought, “He’s not happy and not going to ask me if I can be helped.” I was right. He said to me, “I have no idea what is going on and I’m John’s boss.” So, I began to explain the event to him. When I explained the cause, he snorted and said, “Here’s John’s number, you call him and work it out.” I did call John and everything was done and confirmed, and the chef ’s boss knew everything. Would you say we had a break down in communication? Just when I’m thinking that the front house is fabulous, the back of the house is not so good. So think about the consequences of his attitude, body language and demeanor.
1. He had no idea who I was…customer, future customer, or someone from out of town who was looking for a great place to start their visit. 2. I just got done thinking “what an outstanding place” and he ruined that thought. 3. I literally felt like I was
his therapist trying to calm him down.
4. Will I go back for a drink or lunch, probably, would a future customer go back though; maybe not. I have a friend, Todd Cohen, who is an author and a speaker.
He wrote the book, “Everyone’s in Sales.” When I read the book and heard him speak, he told me that even though some of your staff is not literally in sales they need to be trained as if they were; support staff, technical staff and, in this case, the kitchen staff. Here’s why… because the incident mentioned above, you never know when support staff will have to interact with your customers. Plus, they sometimes can make or break a sale based on their responses and access to information. Todd says, “Every conversation is a selling moment.” You can turn a no into a yes with the right training, right tools and focusing on the relationship. I’ve decided I will go back to the brewery, however, he gave me a great story for my upcoming speeches.
Bath Fire Department Proposes Raising fire tax By KERI LINDENMUTH The Bath Fire Department stood before the Borough of Bath Council on Wednesday, September 13 and gave a presentation on its 2018 budget. The fire department is facing a deficit of roughly $116,000 and is requesting an increase of the borough’s fire tax to help. The current fire tax brings in $13,358 a year. The fire department would like that to be doubled (which would equal an increase of .25 mill). “The fire tax that has started
has been phenomenal,” explained Fire Chief Emilio DeNisi. “For the $26,000 a year we would get, that would help tremendously.” An increase in the fire tax, Chief DeNisi explained, is something many townships are turning to. “[It is] a thing of the future,” he said. Chief DeNisi walked council through the major expenditures of the fire department. Suiting up an individual volunteer firefighter can cost thousands of dollars. That equipment only lasts about ten years. Last year, the fire department spent about $30,000 on equipment. About $80,000 was spent on the new fire apparatus. Fuel costs $4,000. Insurance costs $15,000. Licenses cost $2,000. Supplies cost $6,000. Training costs $5,000. Maintenance costs $16,000. There are also thousands in other expenses, including buildings and technology expenses. In addition, money must be put aside so that new equipment and trucks can be purchased in 20 to 25 years. “A truck that costs $300,000 now will cost $500,000 in two years,” explained Chief DeNisi. “There is no doubt that there are major expenses,” said Council President Mark Saginario. The expenses the fire department needs has turned many members toward fundraising, instead of fire training, something Chief DeNisi is uneasy with. “The problem is, we are taking members that should be training
to festivals [for fundraising]…my main focus is fire protection, not fundraising,” he said. In addition, the fire department has acquired funds from grants, pool fills, and donations and is hoping to apply for more grants this year. However, a raise in the fire tax would help the department acquire better equipment, increased training, and more to help keep borough residents safe. Borough council, which was analyzing current budget plans, will look closely at the fire departments budget and see how to move forward. “Please seriously think of what we can do,” Saginario asked members of council. Other items in the borough budget include police services. Despite requesting a buyout from the Colonial Regional Police Department contract, the borough has yet to hear anything from the commission. Meanwhile, the budget for winter maintenance decreased thanks to the help of Nazareth Borough, which donated brine to Bath to help cut down on salt use. The borough also allocated some of its budget to repair Washington Street. Although council knows such road repairs may be costly, they understand the need for improved roads and, in 2019, the borough hopes to get some capital funds back. “I would feel better…getting ahead on road work [so] we can really start some of the side
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streets,” said Saginario. “If we do not do something with those, they are going to look like Washington Street.” Council cited work the borough will do on Wabash Street this year. All of the work is internal and will not require the borough to contract out. Upper Nazareth is donating men and equipment and, in return, Bath will help with street cleaning. “It is a win win all the way around,” Borough Manager Brad Flynn said of the teamwork. The budget council looked at on Wednesday evening is just a draft and may change. Council will continue to analyze the budget. Other news in Bath: •The borough is still accepting donations for its basket social, which will benefit the Bath Fire Department. For more information, please call 610-972-5478. The basket social will be held on Saturday, September 30 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and on Sunday, October 1 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will be held in the Bath Fire Social Hall. •The borough’s Halloween Parade will be held on Tuesday, October 17 at 7 p.m.
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GAB OVER by Pete THE FENCE G. Ossip Can’t keep up with all these hurricanes. Now it’s Jose off North Carolina and Maria in the Caribbean.. At least one of them is headed away from shore, but we’ll still feel the winds and rain, or so they say. . . . Congratulations to Yan and Yurii Bartholomew on the birth of their son, Austin James, on September 12. . . .Hats off to the officers, members, and volunteers of the Northampton Fire Department and the Northampton Fire Police, who will receive the Golden Deeds Award from the Exchange Club on October 4 for their years of dedicated service to the community of Northampton. . . . .It’s hard to believe, but the baseball season is about over, as the divisions are being won one by one. Then it’s on to the wild card playoffs and World Series. That grand slam over Kershaw was a beauty as the Phils played the Dodgers on Monday. . . .Football season is going strong in the colleges, and Penn State has a winning team with Saquon Barkley. . . . Even though they lost, the Eagles did better than the Patriots when they came up against those Kansas City Chiefs in the pros. Andy Reid still has it. . . .In high school football, in the East Penn Conference, Northampton is 2 and 2, and Nazareth 1 and 3. That’s all I can tell you. These old legs can’t take the walking to the stadiums anymore. . . . We usta like to take in all the events, but old age has its share of dates, and it’s all for doctor appointments. It fills my date book. Elmira has her share of doctor calls, too. Anyhow with all the pills, I reckon we should be thankful. They keep the ticker going. . . . Bath Borough is tearing up their parking lot as they work at converting a beer distribution store to a borough set of offices and meeting rooms. Remember the days of old, when the Borough Hall was on Main Street, and there was a jail cell downstairs? . . . . The floor of the grandstand at Ciff Cowling Field is brand new as the gang pitched together after getting all the cement donated and they did a great job. Now if the Federal government was like that, maybe we could solve some
of the problems. The people of Houston and the Florida Keys deserve that following the hurricanes. Thank goodness for the volunteers and all the other helpers who are working together to help ‘em out. . . . Fall house cleaning time. Elmira beckons.
BATH BOWLING Team 4 Starts Season With Shut-out of Team 3 in Die Hards
Team 4 opened the Bath Die Hards League season on September 6 with a four-game shutout of Team 3. Tops in scoring were Melissa Lemmerman, 450, and Polly Kosman, 433. Holding up the league with that 0 to 4 loss were Bob C. Kosman, 487; Bob R. Kosman, 458, and Joe Bachman, 435. Team 1 won 3 to 1 with Terry Bartholomew, 568, and Ty J. Pagotta, 534. Also a 3 to 1 winner was Team 5, with Gerald Bartholomew, 580; Amanda Leindecker, 483, and Charmaine Bartholomew, 420. Team 2 came out on the losing end, 1 to 3, with David Guest, 478, and Bert Davidson, 453. STANDINGS Team 4 Team 1 Team 5 Team 2 Team 3
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Carfara Takes Early Lead with Two Solid Weeks in Commercial
So far, Carfara’s Paint & Wall Covering has won eight games, the latest being Bath Supply #1, to lead the Bath Commercial Bowling League in week two. They had Brent Bartholomew, 202254–621; Gerald Bartholomew, 204–541; Logan Davidson, 538, and Terry Bartholomew, 531 to beat the Supply’s Steve Kerbacher, 235–607; Frank Yeakel, 208–562; Brent Connolly, 542; and Harvey Rissmiller, 522.
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Vince Bauer Fiberglass Repair is next with only one loss. They knocked off Daku Auto Body 4 to 0 behind Doug Head, 201222–602, and Wyatt Davidson, 207–571. Daku: Marc Biechey, 213-225-226–664; Lee Hilbert, 235–579; Bob Faustner, 206– 527; Scott Bortz, 200–524. Taking third place was Paul’s Garage, with a 4 to 0 shutout of the Rice Family behind Jermaine Thomas, 232-255-217–703; Craig Rothdeutsch, 223-224– 607; Ed Weller, 202–588; Tom Stephens, 214–568. Rice: Naaman Houseal, 512. The final 4 to 0 shutout was posted by Bath Supply #2 over Maxx Amusements, led by Taylor Hostler, 243-214–614; Mike Snyder, 226–610, and Wally Myers, 224–529. Maxx: Scott Ackerman, 231–591, and George Hyde, 535. STANDINGS Carfara’s Paint Bauer Fiberglass Paul’s Garage Bath Supply #2 Daku Auto Body Bath Supply #1 Maxx Amusements Rice Family
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D&R Precision Shuts Out Fensty’s Restoration In Bath Industrial League
DARTBALL Salem Luth., St. Paul’s UCC Atop Suburban Dartball League Salem Lutheran of Bethlehem and St. Paul’s UCC of Northampton were tied for first place in the Suburban InterChurch Dart Baseball League after Monday’s action. Christ UCC of Bath won 5-2, then lost 8-4 and 6-0 at St. Paul’s. Hitters for Bath were Garry Hunsicker, 6 for 13; Mark Fujita, 5 for 14; and Jarod Pokorny, 5 for 14. Northampton: Rich Kern, 6 for 12; Jennifer Erkinger, 5 for 10; Amber Gross, 5 for 12 with two home runs, and Bobby Kern, a homer. Bath Lutheran was swept at Salem Lutheran, 11-2, 5-0 and 3-1. Hitters for Salem were Scott Hoffert, 7 for 13; Bill Hoke, Sr., 6 for 11; and Bill Hoke, Jr., 6 for 12 and a homer. Bath: Wendy Yacone, 6 for 11, and Doug Moser, 4 for 10. Dryland of Hecktown won 13-8 and 3-2, sandwiched around a 6-1 loss at St. Stephen’s Luth., Bethlehem. Hitters for Hecktown: Al Gilbert, 7 for 13; “Butch” Silfies, 6 for 14, and John Sigley, 5 for 14. Bethlehem: Gary Buczynski, 6 for 14 with a homer; Dave Blaukovitch, 5 for 11; John Hoysan, 5 for 13; Ryan Hoysan, two home runs, and Jim Blaukovitch, a solo homer.
A 4 to 0 night by D&R Precision Machining put them in first place in week two of the Bath Industrial League, as they crushed Fensty’s Restoration. D & R: Will Hughes, 235-211–643; “Butch” Post, 214–557; Dave Roman, 191–530; Rick Dilley, 198–501; David Fogel, 482. Fensty’s: Matt Paulus, 192–548; Marty Csencits, 179–506; Warren Nelson, 482; Mark Flamisch, 451; Joe Schwartz, 425. The New Team won 4 to 0 over Harhart’s behind Robert Kulick, 397; Jim Mandarino, 371, and Jose Negron, 307. Harhart’s: “Butch” Holland, 200–529; George Hyde, 488; Bill Bachman, 473; Randy Fritz, 393. G & L Sign Factory won 3 to 1 over Holy Family, led by Paul Duda, 183–509; Brian Silvius, 199–508; Shawn Snyder, 495, and Bill Fortner, 428. Holy Family: Del Bus, 207–550; Kevin Searles, 244–546; Jams Bendekovitz, 492; David Betz, 478; John Facinelli, 442. Taylor Honey overcame Bath Drug, 3 to 1, on Milt Kelly, 203–567; Ed Taylor, 192–523; Jack Troxell, 499; Mark Janda, 485; Kyle Taylor, 205–467. Bath As I entered the museum on Drug: Bob Meixsell, 198–553; Marty Beal, 202–548; Cade Sh- Saturday at noon, it was heartemanski, 180–511; Don Arndt, warming to see people browsing the collections in both rooms, 417; Andrew White, 399. and more donations too. One donation was a photo of a float STANDINGS W L from one of the numerous paD&R Precision Mach. 7 1 rades held in Bath in the early G&L Sign Factory 6 2 Bath Drug 4.5 3.5 and mid 1900s. How timely with the Bath Fire Fighter parade only Harhart’s 4 4 a few weeks away on October New Team 4 4 17. The photo shows an elaboTaylor Honey 3 5 rate float for Robert Laubach. Holy Family 2 6 He had a contracting business in Fensty’s Restoration 1 7 "East Bath" which produced ce-
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Emmanuel EC, Bethlehem, won 2-1, and then lost 4-3 and 6-0 at Messiah Luth., Bethlehem. Emmanuel: Jim Hill, 4 for 12; Jorge Rivera, 4 for 12; and Kim Williams, a homer. Messiah: Harry Schoenenberger, 6 for 11; Dave Casey, 5 for 11 with a 2–run homer; Norm Schoenenberger, 5 for 12, and Charlie Heidecker, 5 for 13. Farmersville Union lost 7-2 and 4-3 at Ebenezer Bible Fellowship, before salvaging a 3-1 win. Ebenezer: Dick Pacchioni and Steve Dounis, both 7 for 13; Leroy Wilcox, 6 for 12; and Carol Voortman, 5 for 13. Farmersville: Dave Campbell, 6 for 12; Kyle Campbell, 4 for 12; and Kyle Gerber, 4 for 13 with a homer. Salem UCC, Moorestown, had the bye. STANDINGS W L St. Paul’s, Northampton 5 1 Salem Luth., Bethlehem 5 1 Ebenezer, Bethlehem 4 2 Messiah, Bethlehem 2 1 Dryland, Hecktown 2 1 Salem UCC, Moorest’n 2 1 St. John’s Union, Farm. 2 4 Emmanuel, Bethlehem 2 4 Christ UCC, Bath 2 4 St. Stephen’s, Beth’hem 1 5 Bath Lutheran 0 3
Schedule: Emmanuel at Farmersville, Salem UCC at Messiah, Ebenezer at Salem Luth., St. Paul’s at Dryland, Bath Luth. at Christ UCC. St. Stephen’s with the bye.
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ment blocks. Many garages and several homes in Bath were built using his blocks. The photo was donated by his grandson, Gary Kratzer. Seated on the float from left to right are Dorothy Laubach, Lillian Laubach and Evelyn Laubach. The photo shows the float located at the intersection of Washington and Penn Streets (note the Bartholomew home in the background on the right). You'll find the most fascinating things at the Bath Museum. The Bath Museum is open free to the Continued on page 10
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Sample Bath Pennsylvanians to vote on School Property Tax exemption Farmer’s submitted by a measure to eliminate residential TAYLOR MUNOZ school property taxes through the Market’s With the recent passage of House homestead exemption. 1285, Pennsylvanians will have Harvest this Bill the opportunity this fall to vote on Friday God’s Blue Mountain Men Continued on page 16
Submitted by SARAH FULTON Join us for all things pumpkin at Bath Farmers Market and welcome in fall by eating a delicious local harvest. Peanut Butter & More has pumpkin roll peanut butter. Stehly's Bakery has pumpkin roll. Nana's Fresh Baked Goods has pumpkin bread. Weyerbacher Brewing even has pumpkin beer. Put it all together with fresh Bartlett pears, Gala apples, and potatoes from Twin Maple Farms, McIntosh apples and cabbage from Covered Bridge Farm and ham or beef steak from Cattle Creek Farm and you have a great balance of flavors for a perfect fall feast. Mark your calendars for Closing Day, September 29, and join us for a showing of “Ghostbusters” on our outdoor movie screen.
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New Ciff Cowling Pavilion Floor dedicated in Bath by KERI LINDENMUTH Borough of Bath council members and residents came out to dedicate the brand new Ciff Cowling Pavilion floor at Ciff Cowling Field on Saturday, September 16. The new floor is a result of generous donations and volunteer work by residents, council members, and area businesses. As a result, the roughly $40,000 project cost Borough
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of Bath taxpayers nothing. “This is what we need,” said State Representative Marcia Hahn at the dedication. “What you did is phenomenal to save the taxpayers of Bath.” Mayor Fiorella Mirabito explained that the project would not have been possible without the “generosity of so many.” Among the individuals who contributed to the project were Sherri and Frank Casilio, the owners of Four Winds Concrete, which donated almost 30 yards of concrete to the project. In addition, AJ Trunzo donated all of the stone needed for the floor. Nick Krause, of Krause
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Enterprises, donated both tools and volunteer time. In addition, Borough Manager Brad Flynn, Manny Mirabito, and Andy Ehrgott dedicated three weeks of volunteer time to help put the new floor together. The project, which started in September 2016 and was completed in October 2016, truly was a team effort. The names of the volunteers have been forever inscribed on a bronze plaque in the new floor. “This bronze plaque will be a continuing reminder of the generosity, dedication, and positive results of persons coming together for the betterment of all,” said Mayor Mirabito. “We have a wonderful mayor Continued on page 9
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Bath Firefighters Basket Social and 50/50 Raffle!
Saturday, September 30 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, October 1 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location: Bath Social Hall 135 South Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014
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Open Gate Farm Tour
September 20th, 2017 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Christ Church UCC Fellowship Hall 109 S. Chestnut St., Bath, PA $3.00 Admission fee
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Currently it is located on the second floor of the Bath Municipal Building at Penn and Washington Streets. Mark October 21 on your calendar and come out and
Bus Trip to Gettysburg Winery Saturday, October 7th, 2017 Cost: $95.00 – Per Person ($50.00 Deposit Per person)
•Great Winery - Boyer Cellars •Dinner - Hickory Bridge Farm (Lunch) •Mr. Ed’s Elephant Museum & Candy Emporium •Gettysburg - Battlefield Tour: To reserve your seats go to our website (www.lvyankeefanclub.org ) and download the form. Thanks and for more information please contact Chuck at 484-347-8331.
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Northampton Liederkranz Seeks Variance for Event area
By KERI LINDENMUTH A representative from the Northampton Liederkranz stood before the borough’s Zoning Hearing Board on Thursday, September 14 to seek a variance that would allow the club to use a parcel of open property as an outdoor event area. This variance would allow alcohol consumption. Michael Stahl said that the club would like to use the open area on the east side of the building as an “occasional event area” for gatherings such as picnics. The area currently has horseshoe pits, but alcohol is not allowed. The event area would be for members only, Stahl told the board. The hours would adhere to the borough’s noise ordinance. Also, no lights have been installed outside, so gatherings would be over by dark. A fence is not a requirement, but Stahl said the club would consider it if needed. Ronald Glassic, owner of the property to the east of the
club, also appeared before the board and voiced his full support of the variance. “I have no objection to them doing this…[my tenants] have no issue with the club,” he said. The board unanimously moved to approve the variance and allow alcohol consumption. Only board member Robert Solderich recused himself because he is a member of the club. The board has
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ASSUMPTION BVM PARISH,
Northampton. 610-262-2559 Sun. – Mass 8/10:30 a.m., Mon. – Mass 8 a.m., Tues. – Mass 8 a.m., Wed. – Mass 8 a.m., Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri. – Mass 8 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4 p.m.
Assumption of the Virgin Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Northampton 610-262-2882 Sat. - Vesper services 5 p.m. Sun. - Divine Liturgy 9 a.m.
BETHANY WESLEYAN, Cherryville. 610-767-1239 Sun. – Worship 9/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship 5 p.m.
CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton.
610-262-8500 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. with HC, Sunday School 10:30 a.m.
CARPENTER’S COMMUNITY CHURCH, Nazareth. 484285-0040 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m.
CHAPMAN QUARRIES UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610-
837-0935 Sun. – Sunday School 10 a.m., Worship 11 a.m.
CHRIST CHURCH OF BATH, U.C.C., S.
Chestnut St. Bath. 610-8370345 Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
CHRIST U.C.C.,
Schoenersville. 610-264-9325 Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m.
CHRIST U.C.C. LITTLE MOORE,
Danielsville. 610-837-6051 Sun. – Worship 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m.
610-262-7186 (HA) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:15 a.m.
GRACE UNITED COVENANT METHODIST UNITED METHODIST, Bath. 610- CHURCH, Pen Argyl. 610837-7517 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m. HA, Sunday School 9:15 a.m.
DRYLAND U.C.C.,
Nazareth. 610-759-4444 Sun. – Worship 8/10:15 a.m., Sunday School 9 a.m.
EGYPT COMMUNITY CHURCH, Whitehall
(Egypt) 610-262-4961 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m.
EMMANUEL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-
1741 Sun – Traditional 8 and 10:45 a.m. and Celebration service 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Wed- Midweek Spoken Worship service 7 p.m.
FAITH REFORMED,
Walnutport, 610-767-3505 Sun. – Worship 10 a.m.
BUSHKILL UNITED GOD'S METHODIST, Bushkill MISSIONARY Twp. 610-759-7132 CHURCH, Northampton. Sun. – Worship 9:15 a.m., Sunday School 10:30 a.m.
GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, Northampton
610-262-4412 Sun. – Worship at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., Wed.- 7 p.m. BS
GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN,
Northampton, 610-262-9517 Sun – Worship 9 a.m., Sunday School 10:15-11 a.m.
GOSPEL CHAPEL WESLEYAN CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-8101 (N) Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m., Sat- 5 p.m.
GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, Nazareth 610759-7036 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m.
GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-
759-9080 Sun.- Worship 9 a.m., Sunday Morning Adventures 10:15 a.m., Adult Forum 10:30 a.m.
863-4811 Sun. – Worship 8:30/10 a.m.
HOLY CROSS EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN, Nazareth.
610-759-7363 Sun. – Worship 8/9:30 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m., HC 1st and 3rd Sunday
HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Nazareth. 610-
759-0870 Sun. – Mass 7/9/11 a.m., M-F – Mass 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 5 p.m.
HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, Northampton 610-262-2668 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m.
HOLY TRINITY SLOVAK LUTHERAN,
Northampton Sun. – Worship 8:30 a.m.
HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Cherryville 610
767-7203 Sun. – Worship 8/10:30 a.m., SS 9:15 a.m.
MOUNTAIN VIEW WESLEYAN CHURCH, Bath 610-759-
7553 Sun. – Worship 10:30 a.m. SS 9 a.m.
NAZARETH MORAVIAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610759-3163 Sun. – Worship 8:15/10:45 a.m., SS 9:30 a.m.
NORTHAMPTON ASSEMBLY OF GOD, Northampton 610-
262-5645 Sun – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m., Sunday School 9:30 a.m., Wed. – Worship 7:30 p.m.
QUEENSHIP OF MARY CHURCH,
Northampton 610-262-2227 Sun. – Mass 7:30/9:30/11:30 a.m., Mon. - Fri. – Mass 8 a.m. Sat. – Mass 4 p.m.
RADIANT CHURCH, Easton/
Nazareth. 484-597-1440 Sun. – Worship/meeting 10 a.m.
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC, Bath. 610-
837-7874 Sun. – Mass 6:30/8/9:30/11 a.m., Mon.-Thurs. – Mass 8 a.m., Fri – Mas 8:30 a.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30/6 p.m., Holy Days – Mass 7/8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m.
SALEM U.C.C.,
Moorestown 610-759-1652 Sun. – 8/10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
SALEM UNITED METHODIST,
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ST. NICHOLAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, Walnutport.
610-767-3107 Sun. – Mass 8/9:30/11 a.m., Holy Day – Mass 8:30 a.m. & 7 p.m., Sat. – Mass 4:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri.- 8:30 a.m.
ST. PAUL’S UCC,
Northampton, 610-261-2910. HA Sun. – Worship 10:15 a.m. (with child care), Sunday School 9 a.m.
ST. PAUL’S U.C.C., of Indianland,
Danielsville. 610-767-8003 Sun. – Worship 9:30 a.m., SS 11 a.m.
Cherryville 610-767-4572 Sun. – 9 a.m. Christian Hour Education, Worship at 10:30 a.m.
ST. BRIGID’S EPISCOPAL, Nazareth
ST. PETER’S U.C.C., Northampton 610-
610-746-3910 Sun. – Holy Eucharist 10 a.m., SS 9:45 a.m.
ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, Bath. 610-837-
1061 Sun. - Worship 8/10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
ST. JOHN’S EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH, Nazareth 610-
759-3090. Sun. - Worship 8/10:45 a.m., Sat. – Worship with HC 5:30 p.m.
ST. JOHN’S U.C.C.,
Howertown. 610-262-8666 Sun. - Worship 9:30 a.m.,
ST. JOHN’S U.C.C.,
Nazareth. 610-759-0893 Sun. – Worship at 8/10:45 a.m., Wed.- 11 a.m.
837-7426 Sun. – 10:15 a.m., SS 9 a.m.
VALLEY VIEW BAPTIST, Northampton
610-837-5894 Sun. – Worship 10:45 a.m./6 p.m. BS 9:30 a.m., Wed.- BS and Prayer 7 p.m.
WALNUTPORT SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST, 610-7678939 Sat. – Sabbath School 10:45 a.m. Worship 9:30 a.m.
ZION’S STONE U.C.C., Kreidersville 610262-1133 Sun. – SS 9 a.m., Worship 10:15 a.m.
ZION E.L. CHURCH, Northampton, 610-262-6636 (N) Sun. – Worship 10 a.m., SS 8:45 a.m.
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The Converted Youth
An angular mountain youth responded to the call of the presiding officer of the Cumberland presbytery for “all who had felt impressions to preach to come forward.” When the lad stepped from the dark corner of the large log cabin into the blinking light of the candles and log fire, he was weeping bitterly. For a full minute he stood silent with every eye on him. He cleared his throat then commenced: “I’ve come to presby--.” But a new wave of tears stopped his utterance. The moderator kindly prompted, “You came here why, my son? Take your time, tell us all about it.” The lad started again, and yet again, then a fourth time only to be choked with his own tears. Then such words flowed from his lips that surpassed anything that had ever rung through that assembly. The oldest minister there said that his words scorched and burnt. This was his story. A few months before, he had met a traveling preacher who was lost. The minister, gripped by the boy’s total ignorance of spiritual things, had spent an hour telling him of man’s sin and spiritual need. He concluded in kneeling and earnestly praying for him. Days later the boy heard an inward voice saying, “Repent, why will ye die?” He felt a weight like a mountain upon his soul. Sleep forsook his eyelids. His axe rusted by the pile. His rifle hung dust-covered on the wall. Neighbors pronounced him deranged. When the lad first “saw the light” in a camp meeting, the place was shattered with his happy cry, “I’ve got it!” He went from cabin to cabin in exultant joy of the spiritual new birth. Daily his ardor increased. In amazement the mountaineers listened as he urged them to forsake sin and seek the Lord. By the time he finished his spell-binding oration to the presbytery, the log fire had burned low. The gray-haired moderator sobbed aloud. George Willets was duly received as a candidate for the ministry. Years later he was still a fireball for the Lord. When he talked of heaven, men felt they were in the vestibule of the city of God. When he spoke of hell--men trembled! On one occasion more than 500 were gripped with conviction and went forward to repent of sin and accept Christ as Savior.
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Obituaries Ernest A. Dorshimer, Jr.
AUG. 18, 1936 – SEPT. 10, 2017 Ernest A. Dorshimer, Jr., 81, of Pen Argyl, died on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017 in the Slate Belt Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. He was the husband of Marie A. (Hughes) Dorshimer for 56 years. He attended Nazareth High School. Ernest was employed by the former Pfizer Inc. in Easton, where he worked in the paint/ pigment department for 15 years before retiring in 1992 as a custodian. Prior to that, he worked at various slate quarries in the region. Born in Bushkill Township on Aug. 18, 1936, he was a son of the late Ernest A., Sr. and Lizzie (Getz) Dorshimer. Mechanically inclined, Ernest enjoyed working on cars and performing engine repairs.. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Robert A. Dorshimer of Saylorsburg and Terry L. Dorshimer of Pittsburgh; two daughters, Tammy Fessler of Pittsburgh and Diane Trapeni of Rutland, Vermont; 10 grandchildren; two brothers, David Dorshimer and Lester Dorshimer; a sister, Melody Dorshimer of Bushkill Township, and many nieces and nephews.. Preceding him in death were a son, Joseph E. Dorshimer, in April, and a sister, Dora Lipyanic. A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements were made by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown.
Joseph M. Fontanille
JULY 14, 1976 – SEPT. 13, 2017 Joseph M. Fo n t a n i l l e , 41, died suddenly at his residence on We d n e s d a y, Sept. 13, 2017. He was the husband of Katie I. (Rooks) Fontanille, celebrating their sixth year of marriage on September 2nd. Joey was a graduate of Bonnebel High School in Kenner, Louisiana, and later attended college. He was employed by Gateway Industrial Services, Allentown,
where he worked as a painter. Prior to that, Joey was a self-employed painter in Pennsylvania and Louisiana for many years. Born on July 14, 1976 in Metairie, LA, he was a son of Cleveland Fontanille and Teresa Fontanille of Kenner, LA, and the late Debra S. (Babbitt) Fontanille. He enjoyed fishing and playing softball, and was an avid New Orleans Saints fan. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his father, and his children, Kayla Bankster of Kenner, LA and Jordan J. Fontanille of Palmer Township; a brother, Joshua Fontanille, of Kenner, LA; paternal grandmother, Judy Fontanille, of Metairie, LA; parents-inlaw, Thomas and Melony Rooks, of Palmer Township; brother-inlaw, Brian Rooks, of Stroudsburg; and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his stepbrothers Eric and Ernie Wheeler. Services were held on Monday evening in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Interment will be private.
Elizabeth T. Guarry
AUG.11, 1937 – SEPT. 9, 2017 Elizabeth T. “Liz” Guarry, 80, of Nazareth, died on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017. She was a factory worker for various blouse mills in the area. Born on Aug. 11, 1937 in Plainfield Township, she was a daughter of the late Rudolph and Agnes (Marakovits) Marakovits. Liz was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was a member of the Holy Family Church, Nazareth, where she also was a member of the Altar & Rosary Society. She loved her family with all of her heart, and enjoyed spending time with them and looked forward to attending family dinners and cookouts, and all of her grandchildren’s special events as they were growing up. Surviving are a son, Richard Guarry; a daughter, Vanessa Pasch, both of Easton; four grandchildren; a sister, Estelle Parkinson; a brother, William Marakovits, both of Easton; and by nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two brothers, Rudolph and Alfred Marakovits. A Memorial Mass was celebrated Saturday morning, Sept. 16 in Holy Family Church, 410 W. Center St., Nazareth. Burial is private. Arrangements have been made by the Joseph F. Reichel Funeral Home, Nazareth.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Holy Family Church, c/o the funeral home, 220 Washington Park, Nazareth, PA 18064.
Gladys J. Hahn
OCT. 5, 1924 – SEPT. 12, 2017 Gladys J. Hahn, 92, of Lower Nazareth Township, died on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2017 in Mrs. Bush’s Personal Care Home in Kunkletown. She was the wife of the late Ira R. Hahn for 62 years before he died in 2005. Before retiring, Gladys was employed by Magnetic Windings Co., Easton, where she was an assembler. Born on Oct. 5, 1924 in East Allen Township, she was a daughter of the late Robert, Sr. and Mabel (Laubach) Santee. A devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother, she cherished spending time with her family. Gladys enjoyed baking, cooking and playing cards and softball with her grandchildren. She was an active member and volunteer of Trinity Lutheran Church, Hecktown. Surviving are her daughter, Judith N. Fehr, of Lower Nazareth Township; a son, Larry L. Hahn, with whom she resided; four grandchildren; five greatgrandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by ten brothers and three sisters. A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements were by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Evan. Lutheran Church, 323 Nazareth Pike, Bethlehem, PA 18020.
Stephen G. Kerbacher
JAN. 10, 1931 – SEPT. 15, 2017 Stephen G. “Kerby” Kerbacher, 86, of Northampton, died at home on Friday, Sept. 15, 2017. He was the husband of the late Mildred M. (Castle) Kerbacher, who died in 1995. He was last employed by the Lehigh County Utility Maintenance Dept. for seven years before retiring in 1996. Prior to that, he owned and operated Kerbacher’s TV and Appliance Repair on Main Street in Northampton from 1965 until 1990. Born on Jan. 10, 1931 in Northampton, he was a son of the late Joseph and Mary (Grohotulsky) Kerbacher. He was a member of St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Allentown; a life member of the TriBoro Sportsmen Assn. and the Northampton Liederkranz; mem-
ber of the Slatington Skeet and Sporting Assn., member of the Jim Thorpe Sportsman Club, and member of American Legion Post #945, Wormleysville, Pa. Steve was an avid hunter and fisherman who enjoyed spending time at his cabin in the Poconos. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean War, earning the rank of Corporal. Surviving are a son, Stephen J. Kerbacher of Northampton; a daughter, Jane A. McCarthy, of Northampton; five grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two grandsons, Stephen and Scott Kerbacher. Funeral services were held on Wednesday morning in the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, with The Rev. Joseph S. Falzone officiating. Interment with military honors followed in Allen Union Cemetery, Northampton. Contributions may be made to the St. Paul’s Anglican Church memorial fund or Northampton Regional EMS, both c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
Carl F. Kessler
DEC. 15, 1924 – SEPT. 16, 2017 Carl F. Kessler, 92, of Plainfield To w n s h i p , died on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2017 in Gracedale. He was the husband of Ruth A. (Mackes) Kessler for 68 years. He was a lifelong farmer in the Plainfield Township community. Born Dec. 15, 1924 in Plainfield Township, he was a son of the late Owen and Laura (Ackerman) Kessler. A volunteer for many years on the Ladies Auxiliary of Plainfield Township Vol. Fire Co., Carl was also a founding member. In addition, he was a member of Blue Mountain Antique Gas & Steam Engine Association, Plainfield Township Farmers Association and Grundsow Lodge. He was an active member of St. Peter’s Evan. Lutheran Church of Plainfield Township, where he served on various committees and boards. One of his most recent interests, which he enjoyed, was research of his family’s heritage. Besides his wife he is survived by four daughters, Janet Bauer, of Plainfield Township, Darlene Zeigafuse of Bangor, Mary Kessler and Carolyn Miller, both of Plainfield Township; and four grandchildren. Preceding him in death was a daughter, Christine Struble, in 2013. Services were held on Wednesday morning in St. Peter’s Evan. Lutheran Church, Pen Argyl, followed by interment in Forks Church Cemetery, Stockertown. Arrangements were by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Memorial contributions may be offered to the church at 1422 Church Rd., Pen Argyl, PA 18072.
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Frank J. Klucsarits
Frank J. “Lefty” Klucsarits, 83, of Whitehall and Northampton, died on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2017. He was the husband of the late Penelope “Penny” (Kosits) Klucsarits for 39 years before she died in 1999. A 1952 graduate of Coplay High School, he was a millwright at Giant Cement, Dragon, and retired from Hercules Cement. He was a son of the late Frank R. and Theresa (Kroboth) Klucsarits. Frank was a member of the Hokendauqua and Fullerton American Legion Posts, Fullerton Fire Co. #1, West Coplay Maennerchor where he bowled, and the Coplay Saegerbund. “Lefty” was a long time youth football and baseball coach for Hokey AA, an avid outdoorsman and a life member of the Isaak Walton Sportsman Club. Surviving are a daughter, Ann P. Gross of Schnecksville; a son, Frank J. “Butch” Klucsarits, of Danielsville; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; three sisters, Julia Barna, Celia Wechsler, and Helen Gutleber; three brothers, John, Charles, and Richard; a sister-in-law, Assunta Klucsarits; companion Shirley Scotta; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family. He was predeceased by sisters Rose Betz and husband Edward, Theresa Miskowski and husband George, Marie Keppel and husband Alfred, Barbara Klucsarits, brother Joseph Klucsarits, and brothers-in-law Paul Barna and Robert Wechsler. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated yesterday in St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Whitehall, with Rev. Msgr. John J. Martin the celebrant. Interment was private in St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery, Whitehall. Arrangements were by the Gilbert Funeral Home, Whitehall. Contributions may be made to the Hokey AA or the Lehigh Valley Hospice, both 444 Pershing Blvd., Whitehall, PA 180526411.
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Bruce I. MacDonald
DEC. 31, 1937 – SEPT. 9, 2017 Bruce I. MacDonald, 79, of Bushkill Township, died on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017 at home. He was the husband of Linda (Zahn) MacDonald for 58 years. A 1954 graduate of Nazareth High School, where he played football for two years, after school he enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he served four years on the destroyer U.S.S. Hale as a radarman petty officer 1st class and achieved the rank of E6. He was a home improvement contractor in the Nazareth area for 52 years. Born on Dec. 31, 1937 in East Lawn, he was a son of the late Robert and Ida (Learn) MacDonald. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, archery, and Nazareth High School sports, especially football and wrestling. Bruce was a life member of the NRA, Blue Ridge Bowmen, and the Citizens Hose Co., and a member of Tin Can Sailors. In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Michael of Las Vegas, Thomas of Nazareth, and Patrick of Cherry Valley; one grandson, Tyler, of Pen Argyl; two great-granddaughters, Sophia and Rosalie; two brothers, Larry of Canada, and Jay of Richboro, Pa.; a sister, Molania D’Angiolillo, of Bethlehem Township. There will be no services. Arrangements are by the Schmidt Funeral Home, Nazareth. Memorial contributions may be offered to the American Cancer Society, 3893 Adler Place, Suite 170, Bethlehem, PA 18017.
Michele A. Smith
NOV. 22, 1962 – SEPT. 17, 2017 Michele A. Smith, 54, of East Allen Township, died on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017 at home. She was the wife of Ronald Smith for 32 years. She was a secretary in the Medical Records Department at St. Luke’s Hospital, Fountain Hill, for 35 years. Born Nov. 22, 1962 in Fountain Hill, she was a daughter of the late Blair and Laurene (Bruch) Blair of Bethlehem. She was a member of St. Thomas U.C.C. Church, Bethlehem. Surviving besides her husband and mother are a son, Joshua; a brother, William Blair; four sisters, Rosie Stotko, Barbie Thomas, Eileen Wernett, and Renee Beam; many nieces, nephews,
great-nieces, and a great-nephew. Funeral services were held on Wednesday morning in the Reichel Funerl Home, Northampton, with The Rev. Debra K. Hess officiating. Burial followed in Altona Cemetery, Bethlehem. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Thomas U.C.C., 902 Macada Rd., Bethlehem, PA 18017.
Elsa Elizabeth Stonewall
Elsa Elizabeth “Liz” Stonewall, 79, of Northampton, died on Friday, Sept. 8, 2017 in Sacred Heart Hospital, Allentown, after losing her battle with cancer. She was the wife of the late Harold J. Stonewall for 37 years. She retired from Leader Nursing Home in Easton in 1990. She was a daughter of the late Gustav and Freda Papier, Berlin, Germany. Liz liked to play bingo or visit the casino. She loved to fellowship and praised the Lord. She also loved to play chuzzel, crossword puzzles and spend time with her family. Surviving are a son, Harold Stonewall of Northampton; a daughter, Tonita Ubiles of Bethlehem; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Michael. Services were held on Saturday in Shiloh Chapel, Easton. Interment was in Northampton Memorial Shrine, Palmer Township. Arrangements were by the Judd-Beville Funeral Home, Allentown.
Bradley A. Transue, Sr.
JAN. 20, 1934 – SEPT. 11, 2017 Bradley A. Transue, Sr., 83, of Saylorsburg, died on Monday, Sept. 11, 2017 at home. He was the husband of Diana M. (Kichline) Transue for 29 years. After graduating from Nazareth High School in 1952, he served in the U.S. Marine Corps for 30 years, 20 years of active duty during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Following his military career, Bradley was employed by the former Country Miss in Forks Township, where he was a truck driver for many years until retiring. Born on Jan. 20, 1934 in Belfast, he was a son of the late Robert A. and Jessie (Daily) Transue.
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He was a proud veteran and life member of the Wind Gap American Legion, and he enjoyed riding motorcycles. In addition to his wife, he is survived by sons Bradley A. Transue, Jr. and Clayton Heckman; daughters Donna Haggerty, Maryann Anglemeyer and Julie Parry; 11 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; brothers Myron Transue and Robert Transue; sister, Gloria Fota; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Beverly Hillyard. Services were held on Friday, Sept. 15 in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown, followed by interment with military honors in Plainfield Cemetery, Pen Argyl. Contributions in memory of Bradley may be offered to Paul’s House Valor Foundation Clinic (a non-profit organization committed to improving access to, and quality of healthcare and shelter for veterans), 1130 Scenic Dr., Kunkletown, PA 18058.
Maynard R. Werkheiser, Sr.
NOV. 15, 1936 – SEPT. 10, 2017 Maynard S. Werkheiser, Sr., 80, of Nazareth, died on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017 in St. Luke’s Hospital, Anderson Campus. He was the husband of the late Barbara A. (Kern) Werkheiser. Prior to retiring, he was employed as an electrician for PP&L, Martins Creek. Prior to that, he was employed by Celeanese, Belvidere, N.J. Born Nov. 15, 1936 in Bangor, he was a son of the late Arthur and Viola (Rissmiller) Werkheiser. He was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and bird watching. Maynard also enjoyed spending time with his family, eating out, NASCAR, and cooking shows. He attended Bangor High School. Surviving are his children, Cathy L. Anklam of Bath, and Maynard R. Werkheiser, Jr. of Nazareth; three sisters, Delores M. Reimer, Peggy Mack, and Ruth Ann Nasatka, all of Bangor; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held on Friday, Sept. 15 in the Ruggiero Funeral Home, Bangor, Pen Argyl. Interment was in Plainfield Cemetery, Pen Argyl. Memorial donations may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Red Cross, P.O. Box 37839, Boone, IA 50037-0837.
Arlene M. Yob
DEC. 11, 1919 – SEPT. 13, 2017 Arlene M. Yob, 97, of Chapman 8142 Valley View Road • Seemsville, Northampton Quarries, died 610-837-7426 on Wednesday, St. Peter’ s U.C.C. 8142 Valley View Rd. Sept. 13, 2017 Seemsville, Northampton 10:15 a.m. Worship at home. She 610-837-7426 was the wife 9 a.m. Sunday School of the late Paul A. Yob for 55 “There Are No Strangers Here, years before his death in 1995. St. Peter’ s U.C.C. 8142 Valley View Rd. Only Friends We Haven’t Met!” She and her husband owned Seemsville, Northampton 610-837-7426
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and operated the former Paul’s Diner in Wind Gap during the 1950’s. Prior to that, Arlene served as the head cook at the former Rainbow Diner in Nazareth. Born on Dec. 11, 1919 in Salisbury, Lebanon Township, Pa., she was a daughter of the late Raymond R. and Lottie E. (Schmeltze) Fenstermaker. Arlene was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who cherished spending time with her family. A faithful Christian, she was the oldest member of Chapman Quarries United Methodist Church, where she volunteered in many activities. Surviving are her son, Earl Yob, of Chapman Quarries; three daughters, Ruth Romanishan of Moore Township, Dolores Storm of Stroudsburg, and Olive Romanishan of Bushkill Township; a foster daughter, Pauline Lorah of Nazareth; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two step-great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; three brothers, Wilson Fenstermaker of Moore Township, Harry Fenstermaker of Saylorsburg, and Maynard Fenstermaker of Northampton; a sister, Irene Davidson of Danielsville; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a grandson, Dennis Romanishan; five sisters and a brother. A Celebration of Life servicewas held on Tuesday, Sept. 19 in the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. Interment followed in Belfast Union Cemetery, Belfast. Memorial contributions may be offered to Chapman Quarries United Methodist Church, 1433 Main St., Bath.
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Guy G. Brettle
SEPT. 20, 1939 – SEPT. 12, 2017 Guy “Pete” G. Brettle, 77, of Bath, died on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at St. Luke’s Hospital-Anderson Campus, Easton. He was the husband of Barbara A. (Lange) Brettle for 58 years. He worked as a self-employed HVAC technician for many years, until retiring. Born on Sept. 20, 1939 in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Guy I. and Dorothy (McLaughlin) Brettle. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are five daughters, Deborah Couchman, Donna Hunsberger, Dawn Mayer, Denise Cuff and Diane Swenk; two sons, Daniel Brettle and Dennis Brettle; two sisters, Linda Hertzog and Susie Parker; two brothers, Raymond and Donnie Brettle; 17 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Pete was preceded in death by a brother, Michael. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday, Sept. 30 at 1 p.m. in St. John’s Lutheran Church, 206 E. Main St., Bath. There will be no calling hours. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. Arrangements were made by the Bartholomew Funeral Home, Bath. The family suggests contributions in Pete’s memory to St. John’s Lutheran Church, 206 E. Main St., Bath, PA 18014.
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The regular monthly meeting of the Moore Township Zoning Hearing Board will be held on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at 7 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Moore Township Municipal Building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath Pa., 18014. Specific times on the agenda include: 17-ZHB-689 The applicant(s), Robert and Cheryl Daumer, applicant(s) of the property located at 2400 Plaza Court, Bath, Moore Twp. Pa 18014 request the following relief: a variance to construct a single family dwelling on the property, along with proposed business use, in which single family dwelling is not a permitted use in the Industrial Zoning District. The section(s) of the ordinance cited for this application are as follows: 200-20B Permitted Uses Industrial Zoning District, 200-26A Limitation of Principal Uses, as well as any other section in which relief may be needed upon review by the Board. The property, County PIN#J6-6-11B contains approximately 2.96 +/- acres and is zoned, Industrial (I).
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Glen R. Croll, Sr.
JUNE 21, 1938 – SEPT. 16, 2017 Glen R. Croll, Sr., 79, of Nazareth, died on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2017 at home. He was the husband of Judith (Hampton) Croll. He worked as a carpenter for the Bethlehem Steel Co. for 30 years before retiring in 1995. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1957 to 1965. Born on June 21, 1938 in Lehighton, he was the son of the late Melvin and Lois (Campbell) Croll. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Glen R. Croll, Jr. of Bath; a daughter, Ricanne Croll of Raleigh, NC, and three grandchildren. The services are arranged with the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton, and will be private and at the convenience of the family.
Geraldine E. Koch
MAY 7, 1935 – SEPT. 14, 2017 Geraldine E. Koch, 82, of Moore To w n s h i p , 17-ZHB-691 formerly The applicant(s), Rayof Bethmond and Melissa Franke, lehem, applicant(s) of the property died on Thursday, Sept. located at 193 Grouse Drive, Bath, Moore Twp. Pa 18014 14, 2017 in the Inpatient request the following relief: a Hospice of Lehigh Valley variance to construct a pole building within the side yard setHospital, Allentown. She back area. The section(s) of the was the wife of the late ordinance cited for this applicaCarl A. Koch for 35 years tion are as follows: 200-17G Minimum Yard Requirements before his death in 1991. RA Zoning District, as well as A 1954 graduate of Libany other section in which relief erty High School, Bethlemay be needed upon review by the Board. The property, County hem, she was employed by PIN#J5-16-6 contains approxiJust Born Candy in Bethlemately 2 +/- acres and is zoned, Rural Agricultural (RA). hem, where she worked for more than 30 years before Jason L. Harhart retiring in 1997. She was Zoning Officer Moore Township a member of the Inter(9/21 & 9/28) national Brotherhood of Bakery, Confectionery & Tobacco Workers union. Born on May 7, 1935 in Fountain Hill, she was a daughter of the late Willis S., Sr. and Geraldine (Kello) Sherer. Geraldine enjoyed the outdoors, loved nature, and was an avid NASCAR and Eagles fan. She was a member of St. Stephen’s Evan. Lutheran Church, Bethlehem, and she attended Holy Cross Evan. Lutheran Church, Moorestown. Surviving are a daughter, Debra A. Klipple, of Bushkill Township; one granddaughter of Bushkill Township; nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by Find rewarding two brothers, Theodore Career Opportunities and Willis S. Sherer, Jr.; a sister, Sandra Hinckin the Home News and ley.
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Walter Kuchinos
AUG. 31, 1922 – SEPT. 9, 2017 Walter Kuchinos, 95, of Wescosville, died on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017 at Lehigh Commons in Lower Macungie Township. He was the husband of Tessie (Mazur) Kuchinos, celebrating 70 years of marriage on July 19, 2017. He was a graduate of Northampton High School who continued his education at the University of Pennsylvania, Kutztown University, Temple University, and Muhlenberg College. Walter taught auto body repair for the Allentown School District and Lehigh County Vo-Tech for 35 years before retiring in 1985. Born August 31, 1922 in Bath, he was a son of the late Paul and Sophie (Dziadyk) Kuchinos. He was a member of Assumption of the Virgin Mary Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Northampton. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II and was a prisoner of war in Poland and Germany. He was a member of the American Ex-Prisoners of War of the Lehigh Valley and a charter member of Northampton VFW Post #4714. He was also a selftaught Pysanky Egg Decorator, enhancing all of his family’s special events with a custom-designed Pysanky egg. Surviving besides his wife are a son, Michael Kuchinos, of Rockdale, FL; two daughters, Patricia Jones of Blandon, Pa. and Kathleen Bach of Hellertown; three grandchildren, two greatgrandchildren. He was the last of eight brothers. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. Arrangements are by the Schisler Funeral Home, Northampton. Contributions may be made to the church memorial fund, c/o the funeral home at 2119 Washington Ave., Northampton, PA 18067.
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Earl R. Remaley
APRIL 2, 1928 – AUG. 27, 2017 Earl R. Remaley, 89, of Nazareth, died on Sunday, Aug. 27, 2017 at home. He was the husband of Patricia (Giovanni) Remaley for 66 years, He attended Nazareth High School and served in the U.S. Army in World War II. He worked for Martin Guitar, Nazareth, for many years, retiring as plant manager. Born on April 2, 1928 in Nazareth, he was a son of the late Grant and Lily (Gogel) Remaley. Earl loved the outdoors and enjoyed archery, hunting and fishing. He was a member of St. John’s U.C.C. Church, Nazareth. In addition to his wife, survivors include his children, Richard, of Arizona, David, of North Carolina, and Judy Coughlin of Bushkill Township; a step-brother, Howard Stump, of Pen Argyl; a step-sister, June Stump, of Nazareth; a granddaughter and great-grandson. He is also survived by five stepgrandchildren, numerous step-great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by brothers, Carl and Sherwood, and sister, Gloria Miller. Services will be private at the Schmidt Funeral Home, 407 Belvidere St., Nazareth. Memorial contributions may be offered to The Center for Animal Health & Welfare, 1165 Island Park Rd., Easton, PA 18042, or to St. Luke’s Hospice, Development Office, 801 Ostrum St., Bethlehem, PA 18015.
Troy J. Rissmiller
FEB. 24, 1960 – SEPT. 13, 2017 Troy J. Rissmiller, 57, of St. Petersburg, F l a . , died on Wednesday Sept. 13, 2017 at Dr. P. Phillips Hospital – Anderson in Orlando, Florida. After graduating from Pen Argyl High School in 1978, Troy attended Northampton Community College, where he earned an Associate Degree in electronics. He was employed by the former Lucent Technologies and Agere Systems in Allentown, where he was a process analyst. Additionally, he worked for Bell & Howell for 30 years. Continued on page 15
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Born on Feb. 24, 1960 in Allentown, he was a son of Mary Ann (Sparrow) Rissmiller, of Plainfield Township, and the late Paul R. Rissmiller. Troy began his career in electronics working for Lockheed Martin as an electrical technician at the Tobyhanna Army Depot. Prior to moving to Florida, as well as after, he was employed at various car rental agencies. Troy enjoyed traveling, especially to the Outer Banks of North Carolina. He also enjoyed bird watching, collecting old toys, and he loved to meet people and socialize. In addition to his mother, he is survived by a sister, Roxanne Miller, of Creedmoor, NC; niece Megan Miller, of Nazareth; nephew, Derek Miller, of Franklinton, NC; three great-nieces, two great-nephews; aunts and uncles; cousins, and many friends. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. There will be no calling hours. Arrangements are by the George G. Bensing Funeral Home, Moorestown. In memory of Troy, contributions may be offered to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Rd., Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256.
ANDY’S CORNER By ANDY WEAVER This coming Friday at the Homecoming Football Game there is a one-day donation drive, all money collected will be presented to a specific high school in Texas/Florida on behalf of Nazareth High School and the student government will also be donating two dollars from each homecoming dance ticket sold to the drive, all to benefit victims of Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma. The Nazareth Football team went down to Bethlehem School District Stadium on Saturday, September 16 to take on the Bethlehem Catholic Golden Hawks and lost 51-27 to drop to 1-3, and will have their 2017 Homecoming Game on Friday, September 22 at 7 p.m. vs. East Stroudsburg South. This year's Homecoming Court is as follows: boys-Cade Wilson, Jahan Dotson, Nikhil Stride, Kyle Robertson, Kyle Macklin, Michael Marchese, Grant Schneebeli, Tucker Bayda and girls: Dana Harris, Alexa Posa, Devynn Goodspeed, Julia Flood, Krista Colussi, Jenna Hann, Alexis Wapelhorst and Continued on page 16
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Maura Muretta. The Nazareth Girls Tennis Team went to Stroudsburg on September 11 and won, then played East Stroudsburg North at home on September 12 and won, and then went to Parkland on September 14 and got a huge win. Senior Day was on September 18 vs. Emmaus. The girls hosted Whitehall in the final home match on September 19, and will travel to Central Catholic on September 22. The Nazareth Field Hockey team went to Parkland on September 12 and lost, then lost to Pleasant Valley at home on September 14 and lost again at Easton on September 16. Next the girls will host Liberty on September 22, then it’s off Boyertown on September 23. The Nazareth Girls Soccer Team went to Northampton on September 11 and lost, won at Pocono Mountain East on September 13, and then tied Whitehall at home on September 15. The soccer team will play at Saucon Valley on September 23. The Nazareth Boys Soccer Team tied Northampton at home on September 11 and beat Pocono Mountain East at home on September 13. The boys lost at Stroudsburg on September 15. Next they will be at Salisbury on September 22. The Nazareth Girls Volleyball Team beat Stroudsburg on September 11, beat Allen on September 13, and beat Becahi on the road on September 15. They will host Emmaus at the middle school on September 22 and will host Pocono Mountain West on September 23. For up to the minute news, check out my website at https://nazarethsports.wordpress. com/.
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This November, voters will consider a constitutional amendment to expand the Commonwealth’s existing homestead exemption program to cover 100 percent of the assessed value of an owneroccupied residence. Voting “yes” on this provision is the first step toward residential school property tax elimination on owner-occupied properties. While this does not remove school property taxes from commercial properties or second homes, it is the first step to rescue seniors and families struggling to stay in their homes. I encourage all of my constituents to support this change to our state constitution. Should the measure pass, we will be able to follow up with legislation to provide the revenue necessary to eliminate school property taxes on primary homes. I remain a steadfast supporter of Senate Bill 76, the Property Tax Independence Act, and this is not a measure designed to stop full school property tax elimination. Expanding the existing homestead exemption program to provide residential school property tax elimination is the first “bite at the apple” in tackling the larger property tax beast. Please vote “yes” this November to finally give homeowners freedom from the oppressive school property tax.
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