William Penn Life, 1987 (22. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
1987-11-01 / 11. szám
Page 12, William Penn Life, November 1987 Rakoczy family members hold reunion with Hungarian touch CONNEAUT LAKE, PA — One week before members gathered in Toronto for the 31st General Convention, many William Penn members gathered here for a meeting of a different sort. Fifty-six members of the Rakoczy family gathered for a reunion on Sept. 6 at the ranch of Tony and Rosemarie (Rakoczy) Szabó. The theme of the celebration was all Hungarian, from the wearing of the Hungarian colors (red, white and green), to the Hungarian music and food. The Rakoczy family members present were all descendants of the late Frank Rákóczi, who served as an officer for the former Rákóczi Aid Association for many years. Family members from Windber, Pa., included Margaret Makoczy of Branch 8 Johnstown, Pa., who received a special gift for being the oldest member of the family. The youngest member in attendance was Adam Rakoczy of Everett, Pa. Other Pennsylvania residents at the reunion included Betty Rakoczy of Elton; Steve and Ruth Margaret Rakoczy Makoczy of Windber, Pa., who was honored as the oldest Rakoczy at the reunion. Rakoczy of Windber; Ronald and Shirley Rakoczy of Windber; Frank and Angie Makoczy and sons Frank and Greg of Beaver Falls; Mike and Margie (Makoczy) Toth and sons Michael, Matthew and Mark of Johnstown; Steve and Pearl Beretsel and children Christine, Stephen, Mike, Nicole and Patrick of DuBois; and Mark and Pam Rakoczy and children Stephanie and Adam of Everett. Ohio family members included Tom and Margaret Rakoczy of Brooklyn; John and Carol Rakoczy and children Michele, Chris and Johnnie of Novelty; Wally and Lillian (Rakoczy) Feldman of Chagrin Falls; Tom and Penny Rakoczy of Independence; and Suzie (Szabó) Shami of Mentor. Michigan residents included Shirley (Rakoczy) Przywara and daughter Pam of Westland; Emma (Rakoczy) Neibauer and children Michael, Kendra and Heather of Chelsea; John and Ursula Rakoczy and sons Robbie and Corey of Hartland; and Sid and Betty Rose (Rakoczy) Ferriss and children Jeff, Jamie and Diana of Milford. The last time the family gathered was July 4, 1977, at the home of Wally and Lillian (Rakoczy) Feldman in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. The next reunion is already being planned for July 4,1989, at the home of Mike and Emma (Rakoczy) Neibauer in Chelsea, Mich., and the family is hoping for 100 percent attendance. Next summer, your children can learn about their heritage and tour Hungary ... ♦. ♦ at our expense* We are looking for children between the ages of 8 and 14 who are interested in learning the Hungarian language and culture while experiencing the sites and sounds of the “Land of the Magyars.” The William Penn wants to give your children that opportunity next summer by sponsoring them at a special four-week Hungarian camp at beautiful Lake Balaton, followed by a five-day tour of Hungary. We’ll pay for all rooms, meals, ground transportation and fees for the camp and the tour. You’ll pay for your child’s transportation to and from Hungary. Chaperons will be provided. Acceptance will be based on your child’s academic record and a short essay. If your child is a member and you’re interested in this program, then send your child’s name and age, with your name, address and phone number to: Stephen G. Danko, National President, William Penn Association, 709 Brighton Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15233. Boston sales agent Brian Aronne (left) offers a helping hand to Hungarian immigrant Bela Kosaras. Boston agent helps family adjust to life in America BOSTON — Every fraternal society provides not only insurance for its members but also charitable, patriotic, educational and benevolent works for the benefit of mankind. At the William Penn, we have many members who carry on this century-old tradition. One such William Penn fraternalist is Brian Aronne. Brian is a career agent that has been working for the Association for four years out of the Boston sales agency. Recently, Brian has helped the family of Bela and Eva Kosaras move from Hungary to the Boston area. Brian has provided them with food, transportation and a sight-seeing tour of Boston. The Kosarases have four fine children: Reka, 16; Balazs, 15; Eva, 13; and András, 11. They all have a strong interest in music, folk dancing and computers. The family has slowly grown accustomed to life in America, although the children were surprised by the relative lack of discipline in American schools. While American teachers occasionally overlook talking, laughing and clowning around in the Correction In the lead story on the 31st General Convention in our October issue, it was incorrectly stated that Frank J. Wukovits Jr. was elected as a vice chairman of the Board of Directors. The Board’s two vice chairmen are Stephen J. Ivancso and Roger G. Nagy. Mr. Ivancso’s first name was also spelled incorrectly in the story. COOK BOOK HUNGARIAN SPECIALTIES and OTHER FAVORITES Net Proceeds for the benefit of the William Penn Ass'n Scholarship Foundation DONATION $4.20 FOR 1 COPY Send Check or Money Order WILLIAM PENN SCHOLARSHIP FUND P.O.Box 438 New Brunswick, N.J. 08903 classroom, Hungarian teachers are very strict, the children said. Bela said he appreciates what Brian has done for him and his family. "He has made us feel comfortable in Boston.” Brian attributes his beliefs in fraternalism to his father, Fred Aronne. "It could not have been possible for me to share fraternalism with these good people, if it were not for my father,” Brian said. His father recently retired after serving 16 years as an agent for the Association. This Thanksgiving, Brian will participate in what has become a new tradition among many William Penn members when he will donate turkeys to needy families. Editor’s Note: If you or other members of your branch are performing charitable and benevolent work in your community, please write and tell us about it.
