Unfortunately, it seems that we have more memorials posted on here then anything else.

This past Monday the 30th of July, Matt Henderson's grandfather passed away.

Many of you would have never met this man but he, for the past five years (for some of us) opened his arms to allow us to come and camp at his property and camp along Suger Creek, around Cooperstown, PA.

We always tried to put on a good fireworks for this man and his family every fourth of July and it actually became an event for the local neighbors who would await our shows. In fact this year when Mr. Henderson was admitted to the hospital right before this years retreat he argued and pleaded with the hospital staff to let him out only long enough to go home and enjoy the fireworks. Unfortunately he was not able to attend but he was there in spirit.

I would like to thank Matt Henderson and his family for the great times we have had at this camp and would like to extend our condolences to his family and friends.

Matt asked that no flowers be sent to his grandmother since she is allergic to them. Cards would be just fine.

Anyone wishing to send a card to Jean Henderson please do so to the following address:

Jean Henderson
632 Creek Road
Cooperstown, PA 16317

Everyone please take a moment and say a prayer(or whatever you do) for Brian Steffan and his sister Amanda.

Sunday night, their mother Dina Thompson finally succumbed to her battle with Leukemia. She fought diligently for years, while her children and those close to the family worked together to raise money for her treatments. She kept her spirits up all along, and we are all damn proud of her for her fight.

For those of you who never had the chance to meet Dina, she was basically the coolest mother I\'ve ever met. Some may remember the day that her and Chris Bird\'s mother showed up at an open party and demanded entry to the guys working the door. They then partied hard, and kept up with us nearly all night.

I feel blessed that I had the honor to know her, and will never forget her beautiful imagination, wit, and outlook. You have to be one hell of a woman to put up with a son like Steffan. She will be missed.



Formal plans are still in the works. For those of you that would like to help out, or just send a note with some love, I have put Brian's address at the bottom of this article. Even if you aren't entirely familiar with Brian or his mother, please send if you have the means. Any other questions, please email me kaylor.josh@gmail.com



Brian Steffan
525 South Main St. Apt. 1
Washington, PA 15301


Thanks for everything

Fraternally,

-KayloR

This news is a little late... Jamie McGill\'s stepson passed away on Jan 30, 2007. There will be services in Meadville on Monday, February 5, 2007. Please see below pasted from the Meadville Tribune. Please pass this on to anyone who might not see it otherwise:

Published February 03, 2007 09:25 pm -
LAKE WALES, Fla. — Corey Edward Hawk, 18, of 2340 Sunset Point Drive, Lake Wales Fla., passed away at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, Lakeland Fla., on Jan. 30, 2007, as a result of a soccer field accident.

Corey Edward Hawk



02/04/07 —


LAKE WALES, Fla. — Corey Edward Hawk, 18, of 2340 Sunset Point Drive, Lake Wales Fla., passed away at Lakeland Regional Medical Center, Lakeland Fla., on Jan. 30, 2007, as a result of a soccer field accident.

He was born at Meadville Medical Center Feb. 6, 1988, to Larry E. Hawk of Conneautville and Stacey M. Hawk McGill of Lake Wales, Fla.

He was an avid soccer player who started playing in 2003 as a sophomore at Saegertown High School, his junior year in Meadville and moved to Florida with his family where he played his senior year. He lived and breathed the game.

A graduate of Lake Wales High School, Lake Wales, Fla., he attended his junior year at Meadville Area High School and kindergarten through his sophomore year in Saegertown. He loved spending time with his family, girlfriend, friends, video and art.

Survivors include his mother, Stacey McGill, step-father, Jamie McGill, three sisters, Lindsey Hawk, Kearney Hawk and Kylie McGill, a brother, Cody Hawk, all at home in Lake Wales; his loving girlfriend of three years, Marissa Hilson; his father, Larry Hawk and a half sister, Rachael Hawk, both of Conneautville; maternal grandmother, Anita Lippert and her husband, John; maternal grandfather, James R. Koehler and his wife, Laura; stepgrandmother Diane McGill; maternal great-grandmother, Jean K. Peters; maternal great-grandmother, Margaret M. Koehler; paternal grandfather, Gary E. Hawk; paternal great-grandmother, Alice Kerns; paternal great-grandmother, Maribel Hawk; stepgreat-grandmother, Evelyn Hayes; stepgreat-grandfather, Clarence Powell; an uncle, Timothy J. Koehler; an aunt, Amy Koehler; an aunt, Denise Ford; a stepaunt, Michelle Minnick and her husband, Dan; and several cousins, great aunts and great uncles.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Louise Hawk; his maternal grandfather, Arthur H. Reichel; paternal great-grandfather, J. Russell Koehler; paternal great-grandfather, Merle Hayes; and stepgrandmother, Sally Powell.

Calling hours are Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Byham-Miller-Mizner Funeral Home Inc., 404 Chestnut St., Meadville.

Funeral service will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Mark A. Villers, pastor of Gospel Tabernacle, Saegertown, officiating.

Internment will be in Brookhouser Cemetery, Hayfield Township.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Stacey McGill, 2340 Sunset Point Drive, Lake Wales, Fla., 33898, to develop a memorial in memory of Corey E. Hawk.

I regret to inform everyone that this morning on Thursday, August 10th at approximately 3:40 AM we have lost a beloved brother we all knew and loved. George Garrison was the passenger in a Jetta south of Kane, PA west of Edinboro, when it left the road and struck two trees and burst into flames. The front passenger was pulled from the wreckage by two passing motorists, but they were not able to save George or the driver. I know not all of the Behrend Sig Taus knew George, but he was from Baltimore and started schooling at Behrend and then transferred to Edinboro, where he instantly made friends with all our brothers there. This tragic event not only affects our chapter but also edinboro\'s. George was the tpye of guy that would walk into the house and instantly bring a smile to the room with a joke or somethign else amusing and somehow a party always seem to start. I have very little information at this time concerning all the events or any funeral arrangements. Please feel free to leave messages on here with any updates anyone might receive from Edinboro brothers or anyone with information. I know George will be sadly missed!
Rest in Peace George...

ROD

I announce with great sadness the passing on Monday, May 10 of Kevin Polcovich. (Beta Class) Kevin had quietly battled a rare form of cancer for many years.

"Age 32, of Moon Twp., on Monday, May 10, 2004, loving son of Alex & Patricia Ann (Kuech) Polcovich; best friend & companion of Rebecca A. Vannatter; beloved nephew of Robert & Sherry Kuech, Terri & Harvey Hinch, Troy & Becky Kuech, John and Diane Polcovich; also many cousins.

Visitation Thurs. (May 13th) 2-4 & 7-9pm COPELAND'S MOON TWP., 981 Brodhead Rd where service will be on Friday at 11am. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 856 Crucible St., Pgh PA 15220"

Visitation, funeral, and memorial contribution information may be found on the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's website.

http://www.legacy.com/postgazette/LegacySubPage2.asp?Page=LifeStory&PersonId=2222456

Please take a moment to remember Kevin and say a prayer for his family.

Jeffrey A. Leczo

Note: Because of the short notice.. please let anyone you know about this.. thanks

In case you have not heard yet I wanted to let everyone know that Brian Morton's father passed away on sunday. I know most of you know of this but in case you did not the arrangements are as follows if you can stop by:

Scott Morton

Viewings: Dusckas Funeral Home
2607 Buffalo Road
Erie, Pa 16510
(814)899-7656

Thurs. 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Fri. 2:00 - 5:00 pm and 7:00 - 9:00pm

Funeral: Sat. 11:00 am

I know some emails have gone around to various people already but please let anyone know who may not already know about this...

Wanted to let everyone know that Mike Woycheck's mother (Mrs. Velma Enck) passed away recently. Im not sure of all the details yet as understandably people are occupied right now.

I know that the alumni association is sending some flowers to the funeral home but if you wish to send something too or are able to stop by here is the info: (it is near State College)

Mrs Velma Enck

Dahlgren Funeral Home
228 North Centre Street
Phillipsburg PA 16866
(814) 342-4710

It goes without saying that Woycheck and his family are in our thoughts right now.

Fraternally,
Brian Lindner