William Penn Life, 2017 (52. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)
2017-04-01 / 4. szám
Branch News Recently volunteering at Sonshine Community Ministries in McKeesport, Pa., were (l-r) Taylor Dorman, Branch 226 Treasurer Leslie Petras, Branch 226 Auditor Wayne Nelson, Branch 226 Secretary Gerry Nelson, Branch 226 President Malvene Heyz and Wendy Dorman. Branch 226 McKeesport, PA participate in WPA and community activities through food bank donations, the Easter basket program, and the sponsorship of bowling lanes and a local softball team. We are blessed that we can make a difference in our community and hope to do so for the long foreseeable future. The next Branch 132 meeting will be held on June 6 at the Martin's Supermarket Deli (first floor) on Ireland Road at 6:00 p.m. Branch 189 Alliance, OH by Teresa Phillips Greetings from Branch 189 in Alliance, Ohio. We dedicate this article to a very special lady: Sue (Suzann) Smith. Sue recently lost her heroic battle with cancer. She brought a warm ray of sunshine to whoever she met. If she touched your life in any way, you were a lucky person. Sue will be forever missed by all. May she rest in peace. Our condolences also go out to all members and their families who have lost loved ones. The club held a steak/ fish fry on March 17 followed by a St. Patrick's Day party. Music was provided by DJ Mike. Prizes were awarded for the best costumes. Happy belated birthday wishes for March go out to our members and friends, including Don Stanley, Deb Saeger, Janet Syme, John Criss, Kim Craig, Mike Dallas, Chuck Mason, Kevin Schafer, Joe DeGiralamo, Rick Rhome, Jared Reifsnyder, Dorothy Whitney, Dan Hines and Randy Alpago. Anniversary wishes also go out to everyone celebrating their day. With Easter right around the corner, we are working on baskets which will be delivered to the elderly. Any suggestions are always welcome. Let's work together to keep this branch a happy and prosperous one. Need life insurance? Contact Alan Szabó at 330-482-9994. Happy spring from the officers and members of Branch 189. by Judit Ganchuk Happy birthday wishes to all our members sharing their special day this month. We extend our sympathies to members and families who have lost a loved one; it is never easy to lose someone dear. We are thinking of and sending get well wishes to Branch Auditor June Coyne after her recent injury. Sending warm thoughts to Branch 226 member Sally Petras, former branch auditor. Thank you to Branch President Malvene Heyz, Branch Secretary Gerry Nelson, Branch Auditor Wayne Nelson, Branch Treasurer Leslie Petras, and friends Taylor Dorman and Wendy Dorman. These branch officers and friends volunteered at the Sonshine Community Ministries food pantry in McKeesport. Our branch was able to donate funds to this worthy group under WPA's Join Hands Against Hunger campaign. Sonshine Community Ministries is a not-for-profit 501c3 faith-based ministry run and supported by volunteers and community partners. Branch members can attend our next meeting on the third Wednesday of the month at 10:00 a.m. at Branch President Malvene Heyz's home. Please call 412-751-1898 for directions. Good luck to the bowlers at the annual bowling tournament at the Meadows Racetrack and Casino. On Saturday, May 13, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., the Free Hungarian Reformed Church of McKeesport and their neighbor, Holy Family Polish Catholic Church, will host a spring flea market, rain or shine. Free parking and food sales — it's the start of flea market season! Call 412-672-7298 to buy a table for $15 to sell your wares. The William Penn Association Magyar Folk Dancers are preparing for another summer season of performances around the Pittsburgh area. Please contact us if you know someone who is interested in joining this group. It's hard to believe, but it's almost time to submit your scholarship application essays and forms. The deadline is less than two months away, as all forms and essays must be postmarked by May 31. Check pages 14 to 16 of this month's issue and make sure you are eligible for this great fraternal benefit to WPA members going to college this fall (or returning college students who 28 0 April 2017 0 WILLIAM PENN LIFE
