William Penn Life, 2002 (37. évfolyam, 1-11. szám)
2002-03-01 / 3. szám
ranch News Youngstown's Hungarian historian, will give a presentation in Hungarian. The Youngstown Hungarian choir will also sing and recite poetry. We are looking forward to planning a special gathering to honor our 50-year members. We also are hoping to get more members involved in this and other branch functions. Congratulations to Sándor Tollas on the birth of his sixth grandchild, Christine Marie, born on Jan. 13. It's so nice to be able to congratulate the WPA on its 116th anniversary and know the Association is still going strong and providing up-todate features for its members. We are always looking for new ideas, so please plan to join us at our next branch meeting on Monday, March 18, at 7:00 p.m. at the Boardman Eat 'N Park restaurant. For your life insurance and annuity needs, call Alan Szabó at (330) 482-9994. For information about our branch or if you have news to share, call me at (330) 746-7704. You can also email me at snovak@neo.rr.com. Wishing all our readers a very blessed Easter. Branch 34 Pittsburgh, PA by Andy McNelis Happy Easter to all from Branch 34. Spring is just around the corner, so keep your eyes on the William Penn Life for detailed information on this year's events and fraternal activities. Branch members celebrating their birthdays during March are Gary Patrick Vámos, Marge Bugielski, Arpad Simon, Charles Goettler, Sally Herrera and John Nagy. We hope this year will be a safe, happy, prosperous and healthy year for all of you. Happy anniversary wishes are extended to a very special couple, National Director Mike Kara and his wife Zita. May you both enjoy many more happy and healthy years together. I want to apologize for not mentioning the passing of Maria Sagi in last month's article. She passed away at the end of November after a long illness. Maria was a longtime and very supportive member. May she rest in peace. Maria is sorely missed. Margaret Klein is recovering from her illness and is now at the Eldercrest Nursing Center, 2600 West Run Road, Munhall, PA 15120. Please keep Margaret in your prayers. The American Hungarian Social Club on Flowers Avenue in Hazelwood will host a dinner dance on Saturday, April 27. For more information and tickets, call (412) 521-9820 after 5:00 p.m. If you have any news to share, please contact Andy McNelis at (412) 421-6031. For information about WPA life insurance and annuity products, please contact Branch Coordinator Maria Bistey at (412) 431-6035. Branch 51 Passaic, NJ by Arthur Barillo Our condolences to the family of Branch 51 member Julia Orr, who passed away on July 5, 2001. She was 100 years old on Jan. 2,2001. Mrs. Orr was born in Homrogdi, Hungary. She came to America with her family in 1914 and settled in Passaic. She married the late Alexander Orr and moved to Pennsylvania, then later moved back to Passaic. She eventually moved to Garfield, N.J., where she spent most of her life. She is survived by her son, Ronald of Garfield; her daughter, Helen Mayer of Clifton, N.J.; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. May her soul and the souls of all our departed members rest in peace. Congratula* 1 s to Branch 51 member Helen Papcun who recently celebrated her 100th birthday. Please turn to Page 2 of this issue to read more about Helen. We send our best wishes to Helen and to all branch members celebrating birthdays or anniversaries. Branch 249 Dayton, OH by Anne Kertesz Well, Santa has returned to the North Pole, the new year is here and so are we. We have had such beautiful weather here in Dayton. At times, it seems like spring, but it's really February. Look out March! Those participating in our bowling league are having a good time. During the time I spent with them, there was much laughter. That's a healthy sign. We are looking forward to the bowling tournament in Akron. Community and church activities keep us more than busy. Keeping our Hungarian culture alive takes a lot of hard work, especially with fewer people participating. Our sincere thanks to the Home Office for their continued support of our efforts. In March we are having a cabbage roll sale. The cost is $1.25 each. Contact Anne Schmidt at (937) 667- 1211 or Michele LaFlame at (937) 278-5970 by March 10 to place your order. Your order can be picked up between noon and 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 14. In April, we will be having the Music of Hungary fundraiser. Contact Ann Kertesz at (937) 275-6654 for more information. Our congratulations to Branch Vice President John Horvath who is to be married this April. We wish him and his bride much happiness. Remember to call Steve or Michele LaFlame if you have any questions about your life insurance or annuity needs at (937) 278-5970 or (937) 671- 0045. Their fax number is (937) 277- 4941. Or, you can email them at lasmjr@earthlink.net. Wishing everyone a very happy and blessed Easter. Branch 590 Cape Coral, FL by Joan Mauerman The members of Branch 590 gathered Feb. 7 at Egret Hall for a meeting. Branch President Mike Tomcsak opened the meeting with a prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. A memorial service was held for Ethyl and Bill Becze. Mike spoke on WPA insurance policies and annuities. Door prize winners were Eugene Toth and Eleanor Di Giulio. The tables and buffet were decorated in a Valentine's Day theme. Thanks to our bakers, llilliani Penn Lile, March 2002 17
