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1 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Holy Family Council 9236 Blessed Theodore G. Romzha Assembly 2279 P.O. Box 1391 Windermere, FL The Knights Line MAIL TO: DATED MATERIAL PLEASE DO NOT DELAY Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Permit No Orlando, Florida RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED THE HOLY FAMILY WEB SITE - VOLUME 15, No. 6 June 2009 The Catholic Response As modern secularism leads to self-destruction, Catholics must work to build a new culture of life. May 21, 2009 by Supreme Knight Carl A. Anderson Christopher Dawson, who served as the first Chauncey Stillman Chair of Roman Catholic Studies at Harvard University more than 50 years ago, observed, Human nature always retains its spiritual character. If it were to lose this, it must lose itself and become the servant of lower Carl A. Anderson powers, so that a secular civilization inevitably leads to nihilism and to self-destruction. He continued, If we look at the world today in isolation from the past and the future, the forces of secularism may seem triumphant. This, however, is but a moment in the life of humanity, and it does not possess the promise of stability and permanence (Dawson, The Formation of Christendom, 37). These words were written at the height of the Cold War, when the forces of militant atheism appeared in many ways to be gaining the upper hand. They are worth recalling today, as we seem to be entering a new period of secularism. In an April 13 cover story titled The End of Christian America, Newsweek magazine made much of a recent survey that found the percentage of self-identified Christians has fallen 10 points in the past two decades. Also notable, according to Newsweek, is that fewer people now think of the United States as a Christian nation than did so when George W. Bush was president (62 percent in 2009 versus 69 percent in 2008). The Newsweek article focused mainly on the concerns of evangelical Christians, which it said have long believed that the United States should be a nation whose political life is based upon and governed by their interpretation of biblical and theological principles. The magazine also quoted several evangelical leaders who now refer to a post-christian America. To say that Catholics historically have never felt entirely comfortable with the evangelical idea of a Christian America would be an understatement. But if Dawson is correct that secularism cannot provide a stable foundation for society, and American society appears to be rejecting Protestantism as a foundation, what now is to be done? Is secularism or evangelical Christianity the only alternatives for the future? Can Catholics make a unique contribution to the common good? For me, the words of Pope John Paul II from his great encyclical on life, Evangelium Vitae, remain as relevant today as when they were written in 1995: To all the members of the Church, the people of life and for life, I make this most urgent appeal, that together we may offer this world of ours new signs of hope, and work to ensure that justice and solidarity will increase and that a new culture of human life will be affirmed, for the building of an authentic civilization of truth and love (6, emphasis in original). Catholics are called to work continually to build up society, to provide new hope and to establish a new culture of life. The key to this, John Paul knew, was for Catholics to form a strong identity and to accept the inescapable responsibility of choosing to be unconditionally prolife (28, emphasis in original). The present situation provides Catholics with an unprecedented opportunity to help shape the future of our country. John Adams once said that the U.S. Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other. If this remains true, then we must ask ourselves how Catholics can contribute (Continued on Page 6) Council - council9236@me.com Assembly - romzha@me.com

2 HOLY FAMILY COUNCIL 9236 The Nominating Committee appointed by Grand Knight Jeffrey Jones has presented the following slate of candidates for elective Council Officers for the fraternal year: Grand Knight Jeffrey Jones Deputy Grand Knight Joseph E. Chenette Chancellor Allison Anthony Warden Tommy Tate Recorder Michael MacMenamin Treasurer Eugene Hawk Advocate Dan Buckley Inside Guard (OPEN) Outside Guard (OPEN) 3 Year Trustee Alan Spears 2 Year Trustee Donald Abate 1 Year Trustee Otis Hester Nominations may also be made from the floor at the next general meeting and prior to elections. CONGRATULATIONS! BLESSED THEODORE G. ROMZHA ASSEMBLY 2279 Co n g r at u l at i o n s to t h e f o l l o w i n g Assembly Officers for the Fraternal Year Faithful Navigator Henry Abbott Faithful Admiral Donald Kahrer Faithful Captain Jeffrey Jones Faithful Pilot Cono Dizeo Faithful Purser Eugene Hawk Faithful Comptroller Michael Krochmalni Faithful Scribe Peter Shine Inner Sentinel Joseph Chenette Outer Sentinel Joe Mizzi 3 Year Trustee Vincent Samosky 1 Year Trustee John Long 2 Year Trustee Michael Crawford CONGRATULATIONS! KNIGHT of the MONTH for may Donald Abate FAMILY of the MONTH for may Family of Jeffrey Jones happy birthday! To all brother Knights who were born during the month of June some years ago: Matthew E. Abbot Timothy J. Couzins Stephen J. D Acquisto George Fencik Ralph R. Garrett Rev. Salvatore Pignato Robert Spencer 2 Dear Brother Knights, WE NEED NEW MEMBERS! WE NEED ABLE BODY MEMBERS TO ATTEND BUSINESS MEETINGS AND COUNCIL EVENTS. NEW MEMBERS ALLOW US TO HAVE BETTER PRO- GRAMS. BETTER PROGRAMS BRING IN NEW MEMBERS! If you re reading this article I know that you care about the well being of this council. If you have any ideas about what we could do to help bring in new members or encourage existing members to participate please let me know. Write me a note and drop it in the mail or send me an . I would greatly appreciate any and all well thought out advice. I need all of your help to make our council grow and succeed beyond our current level. We have the Pro-Life Seminar and the Father Daughter Dance coming up in September and October. Please make time on your calendar to help with these major council events. If you know of someone who would like to join but don t feel comfortable asking them to join, let me know. I ll be more than happy to speak with them. Vivat Jesus, Jeff Jones Grand Knight Grand Knight s Report District Deputy s Report No Report available for this newsletter ASSEMBLY OFFICERS Faithful Navigator Robert Urrutia Faithful Captain Henry Abbott Faithful Admiral Don Kahrer Faithful Pilot Donald Abate Faithful Comptroller Michael Krochmalni Faithful Purser Eugene Hawk Faithful Scribe Mart Moore Faithful Friar Fr. Sal Pignato Yr Trustee John Long Yr Trustee Vincent Samosky Yr Trustee Michael Crawford To request Honor Guard please contact the Faithful Navigator COUNCIL OFFICERS Grand Knight Jeffrey Jones Deputy Grand Knight Joseph Chenette Warden Charles Leppert Chancellor Allison Anthony Financial Secretary Michael Krochmalni Treasurer Eugene Hawk Recorder Michael MacMenamin Advocate Thommy Tate Chaplain Fr. Sal Pignato Yr Trustee Donald Abate Yr Trustee Alan Spears Yr Trustee Otis Hester Insurance Agent George Chandler District Deputy Don Kahrer

3 Our Flag: Did you Know? Do you know that at military funerals, the 21-gun salute stands for the sum of the numbers in the year 1776? Have you ever noticed the honor guard pays meticulous attention to correctly folding the American flag 13 times? You probably thought it was to symbolize the original 13 colonies, but we learn something new every day! The 1st fold of our flag is a symbol of life. The 6th fold is for where our hearts lie. It is with our heart that We pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States Of America, and the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all. The 7th fold is a tribute to our Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed Forces that we protect our country and our flag against all her enemies, whether they be found within or without the boundaries of our republic. The 2nd fold is a symbol of our belief in eternal life. The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day. The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing our ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of our country to attain peace throughout the world. The 9th fold is a tribute to womanhood, and Mothers. For it has been through their faith, their love, loyalty and devotion that the character of the men and women who have made this country great has been molded. The 10th fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too, has given his sons and daughters for the defense of our country since they were first born. The 4th fold represents our weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in time of war for His divine guidance. The 11th fold represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. The 5th fold is a tribute to our country, for in the words of Stephen Decatur, Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong. The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in the Christians eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit. 3 (Continued on Page 4)

4 THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Red Skelton had a favorite teacher in school and that teacher once explained the origins and meanings of the Pledge of Allegiance to the class. Red Skelton never forgot it and recorded it as he remembered his teacher saying it. Here is a transcript of that recording. I Me, an individual, a committee of one. Pledge Dedicate all of my worldly goods to give without self pity. Allegiance My love and my devotion. With Liberty Which is freedom. The right of power to live ones own life without threat, fear, or some sort of retaliation. And Justice The principle, equality, for dealing fairly with others. To the Flag Our standard, Old Glory. A symbol of freedom. Wherever she waves, there s respect. Because your loyalty has given her a dignity that shouts freedom is everybody s job. United That means that we have all come together. States Individual communities that have united into Forty eight great States, forty eight individual communities with pride and dignity and purpose. All divided with imaginary boundaries, yet united to a common purpose. And that s love for Country. And to the Republic Republic; A state in which Sovereign power is invested in representatives chosen by the people to govern. And government is the people. And it s from the people to the leaders, not from the leaders to the people. For which it stands, one Nation One Nation; meaning so blessed by God. Indivisible Incapable of being divided. (Continued from Page 3) The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost reminding us of our nations motto, In God We Trust. For All For all; which means boys and girls, it s as much your county as it is mine. And now boys and girls let me hear you recite the Pledge of Allegiance. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Since I was a small boy two States have been added to our Country and two words have been added to the Pledge of Allegiance Under God. Wouldn t it be a pity if someone said that is a prayer, and that would be eliminated from schools too? ( Note: I have placed the audio and a video of this from the old Rush Limbaugh TV show on our web site Assembly Home Page) of the United States, preserving for us the rights, privileges and freedoms we enjoy today. There are some traditions and ways of doing things that have deep meaning. In the future, you ll see flags folded and now you will know why. After the flag is completely folded! and tucked in, it takes on the appearance of a cocked hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under General George Washington, and the Sailors and Marines who served under Captain John Paul Jones, who were followed by their comrades and shipmates in the Armed Forces 4 Share this with others who love the symbol of Liberty and Freedom If you can read this, thank a teacher... If you are reading it in English, thank a soldier. *********************************

5 The Eastern Churches by Most Reverend Basil H. Losten, D.D. PART 3 The Divine Liturgy Space does not permit a description of the celebration of the Eucharist in each of the various liturgical traditions, so we shall describe the Byzantine Divine Liturgy, which is the most widely used. As in all Catholic liturgies, bread and wine are needed for the Eucharist. Like most of the Eastern Churches, the Byzantine Liturgy uses leavened bread, baked in one or more loaves. 36 Both the bread and the wine must be of suitable quality and free from additives. The priest and deacon come to church about 30 minutes before the announced time of the Liturgy. They pray before the altar screen, put on the sacred vestments, wash their hands, and then at a side table in the sanctuary they prepare the bread and the wine, and cover the chalice and paten, which will remain on this side table during the first public part of the Liturgy. The deacon censes the altar and the whole church. When the faithful have assembled at the appointed time, the priest begins the Liturgy with the words Blessed is the Kingdom of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. The deacon offers a Litany; the faithful frequently respond Kyrie, eleison. The faithful chant two psalms, 37 a dogmatic hymn in honor of the Incarnation, and the Beatitudes, while the deacon and priest solemnly carry in the Gospel Book. When the Gospel Book has been enthroned on the Altar, the clergy and faithful sing the Trisagion: Holy God, Holy Strong One, Holy Immortal One, have mercy on us. In the Latin Church the congregation sings this same Trisagion during the service on Good Friday. A reader (usually a layman) chants the Epistle, the deacon chants the Gospel, and the priest gives a sermon. After another litany and the dismissal of the catechumens, the faithful sing the Cherubic Hymn, to remind us that in the Church s Liturgy we worship together with the angels. During this hymn, the priest and deacon bring the chalice and paten to the Altar in the solemn Great Entrance procession. After the Kiss of Peace 38 and the Creed, the Preface and the Eucharistic Prayer follow. After the consecration and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, there is a hymn to Our Lady the Holy Theotókos and a solemn prayer for the diocesan bishop. Following the conclusion of the Eucharistic Prayer and another litany, all the faithful sing or recite the Lord s Prayer. The priest elevates the Body of Our Lord and solemnly announces: Holy Things to the Holy!, reminding everyone of the absolute, unique Sanctity of the Blessed Sacrament which we receive in Holy Communion. The priest and deacon receive Holy Communion at the Altar; then the deacon immerses the Body of Christ in the Precious Blood and brings the chalice through the doors of the altar screen so that the faithful may approach for Holy Communion, given under both species with a silver spoon used only for this purpose. After Holy Communion the priest blesses the assembly with the Holy Sacrament and then returns the chalice to the side-table in the sanctuary, where the deacon consumes the Blessed Sacrament and purifies the chalice. 39 The priest offers a final prayer of thanksgiving and dismisses the assembly; in most places the faithful come to kiss the cross and receive a blessing. 5 On an ordinary Sunday the Divine Liturgy takes about an hour. It can take longer if there is elaborate music, or if there is more than one sermon. On an ordinary weekday the Divine Liturgy will last about half an hour. On great feast days the services tend to be longer. Besides the feast days of the liturgical year, the faithful like to celebrate the patronal feast of the parish church with special services, a procession, the blessing of Holy Water, and usually a parish dinner. Special Occasions If you are invited to an Eastern Church for a particular celebration, here is what you might expect: Baptism: the Eastern Churches confer the Sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation in the same service, and usually give the newly-baptized Holy Communion as well. Normally in the case of children Baptism is administered by immersion. Confirmation is administered with Holy Chrism consecrated by the patriarch or the bishop and given to the priests for this purpose. Baptisms are a festive occasion; the priest will wear white vestments, all the candles will be lit, and there will be a solemn blessing of the water for the Sacrament. The faithful take the obligations of godparents quite seriously, and the godparents will try to maintain a lifelong relationship with their godchild. Matrimony: most Eastern Churches still have a distinct betrothal or engagement blessing, which nowadays is usually done right before the wedding ceremony. At the wedding itself, the bride and groom come into the church together; the bride does not walk down the aisle with her father and no one gives the bride away. In most Eastern Churches, the bride and groom do not exchange vows during the marriage ceremony. The high point of the wedding ceremony is the coronation ; the priest crowns the bride and groom, either with elaborate metal crowns or with floral wreaths. The bride and groom share a cup of wine, and process three times around the table where the Gospel Book is enthroned. Usually there is no Mass at a wedding. Ordinations: the ordination 40 of a deacon or priest is very joyful; many guests may be expected. The bishop always celebrates the Pontifical Divine Liturgy, which will last about two hours. A deacon is (Continued on Page 6)

6 (Continued from Page 5) ordained after the Eucharistic Prayer, since the deacon does not take part in the consecration; a priest is ordained before the Eucharistic Prayer, just after the chalice and paten are brought to the altar, because the new priest must concelebrate with the bishop. It is impossible to ordain the same candidate deacon and priest on one occasion. For the ordination, the bishop is seated a little to the right of the altar. The deacons bring the candidate through the main doors of the altar screen; he bows to the bishop and is then led three times around the altar, kissing the four corners of the altar each time, while the clergy and the people sing hymns honoring the Martyrs, because the deacon and the priest must be witnesses, martyrs to Jesus Christ with their lives. Then the candidate kneels and bows his head onto the altar; the bishop rises, lays his hand on the candidate s head, and solemnly intones: The Divine Grace, which always heals what is infirm and supplies what is lacking, raises the most devout deacon name to be a priest! Therefore let us all pray for him, that the grace of the Holy Spirit may come upon him, and let us all say: The clergy and people respond, singing Kyrie eleison, many times while the bishop quietly reads the two ordination prayers and a deacon sings a litany. Then the new priest (or the new deacon) is raised up, and the bishop solemnly gives him, one by one, the vestments and insignia of his new Holy Order. Each time, the bishop announces Axios! in Greek; this word means He is worthy! This is a moment everyone has been waiting for; all the clergy and all the people will sing Axios! with great enthusiasm, to express their agreement, and their gratitude that God has given the Church a new priest or deacon. Sometimes the bishop comes to the candidate s home parish for the ordination, so that family and friends can take part. A new priest will offer his first Solemn Divine Liturgy in his home parish as well; this is always a festive occasion. Parishes normally arrange a common meal for all the guests who come for an ordination or the first Divine Liturgy of the new priest. Funerals: practices vary, but in general the night before the actual funeral one may expect a service of about 45 minutes (traditionally this wake service was done in the home); the funeral service takes place in the morning (sometimes with the Divine Liturgy), and lasts rather more than an hour. Cremation is not generally practiced. Usually the mourners are invited to return to the parish hall or another location immediately after the burial for a memorial luncheon. Just as other Catholics do, Eastern Catholics have the custom of asking the priests to offer the Divine Liturgy for the dead, and sending Mass cards to inform the family. On the fortieth day after the death, the family and friends will gather for the Divine Liturgy 41 and a special service, and again have a meal as well. Every year, there is usually a Divine Liturgy on the anniversary of death. The Byzantine calendar has five All Souls Saturdays every year, when the Divine Liturgy is offered for the dead; families will give the priest the list of all their deceased relations and friends, and these names are read aloud during a special litany and prayer for the dead. (Continued on Page 7) 6 My Day at Notre Dame Fr. Frank Pavone National Director, Priests for Life There was an eerie stillness and silence across the Notre Dame campus as my colleagues, a few of the seniors and I walked across the campus very early on the morning of Commencement Day. It was the calm before the storm of what we knew was an historic day. I started with a national Foxnews interview along with Fr. Richard McBrien. We were asked our views of the Commencement. My message was: Everyone can imagine people they would protest speaking at a commencement: an avowed racist, anti-semite, or advocate of terrorism. So the failure to object to one who is unwilling to call for an end to abortion is the failure to see that abortion is as bad or worse than those other evils. We have to stop trivializing abortion. Moreover, the university gave the President an honorary law degree. Law exists to protect human rights; but this president has admitted that he doesn t know when a child receives human rights. How can he defend human rights when he doesn t know who has them? After speaking to various media, I greeted people on campus who were coming from all over the country to stand with the courageous students who boycotted their own commencement and invited me to lead them in an alternate ceremony. After I greeted and blessed the demonstrators who were at the campus entrance, and concelebrated a special Mass for Life, I led the Class of 2009 Vigil for Life. We meditated on the Glorious Mysteries of the Rosary, on the victory of life over death, and on the fact that Jesus is King over every nation, over the courts, the Congress, and the White House. As I gave the students and their families reflections on these truths, the current occupant of the White House was calling the graduates to have open minds, open hearts and a spirit of dialogue. Now dialogue with our opponents on this issue is something we at Priests for Life specialize in. I maintain friendships with abortion advocates and practicing abortionists. The clarity of our own convictions never means we despise, demonize, or shut out other people. And yes, we are willing to collaborate with others in morally legitimate ways to reduce the numbers of abortions. But the President s remarks had a glaring omission. While willing to dialogue and to promote adoption, he gave no indication of any willingness to protect the children in the womb. And that s the crux of the issue. In his remarks, he referred to the Brown vs. Board of Education Supreme Court decision that outlawed segregation. Certainly, his call for open minds does not include openness to reconsider the segregation issue. There s a right answer to it, period. So it is with the protection of the unborn. And as quiet again descended on campus at the end of the day, I reflected... Open minds, yes, but for the purpose of eventually firmly closing upon the truth! And isn t that supposed to be the purpose of Catholic universities? (Continued from Page 6) to the building up of a moral and religious people. That answer, John Paul II reminded us, begins with a question that still echoes to us from the very beginning of human society: Am I my brother s keeper? (Gen 4:9). The future of society depends on how we answer this primordial question. I believe there are no men better prepared to do this than those who live the principles of charity, unity and fraternity; who by their works witness to this truth expressed in Evangelium Vitae: Yes, every man is his brother s keeper, because God entrusts us to one another (19). Vivat Jesus!

7 REPORT FROM OUR INSUR ANCE AGENT ARE YOUR BENEFICIARIES CURRENT? Sometimes it is easy to overlook the simplest of things. Take the beneficiaries on your life insurance policies. If your policy was applied for and issued several years ago, it could very well be that the beneficiary originally designated to receive the proceeds from that policy needs to be updated. If you bought the policy when you were single, for example, you may have named your parents as beneficiaries. If you have since been married, that could be updated to reflect your spouse, and even your children. Most people list a primary beneficiary that person is specifically designated as the first in priority to receive policy proceeds. We also encourage the naming of a contingent beneficiary an alternate person designated to receive policy proceeds, usually in the event that the original beneficiary predeceases the insured. When I call to arrange your annual insurance check-up, one of the matters that we can discuss is the status of your beneficiary designations. If they need updating, and they often do, I can usually complete the paperwork during the appointment. I look forward to meeting with you to review all your life insurance policies. By the way, in most cases you should never name the beneficiary of your policy the estate of the insured. This opens it up to creditor claims. Always name a family member of a class, i.e. equal to all children. Call George Chandler at for his assistance in setting up a plan that will protect your wife and family. ( - George.Chandler@KofC.Org) Daniel Buckley Edgar and Josie Johnson John Cheney, Sr. Thomas & Gerri Prebee Donald & Bobbie Abate Sam & Ellen DiLello Peter Shine Jane & Jeffrey Jones Michael & Joyce Crawford SPONSORS CORNER Florida State Council Knights of Columbus Donald Kahrer District Deputy #23 George & Michele Fencik Nancy & Robert Robitaille John Robertson In memory of Joe Obuch John & Maria Long Edward & Joan Fitzgerald A. Thomas Caufield Alan Spears William Busk G r ove s m e r e L o o p Phone: Ocoe e, F L Cell: cmkdtk@embarqmail.com For all your religious supplies and icons - Come visit our council website at and follow the link shown below (Continued from Page 6) ENDNOTES: 36. The priest himself may bake the bread for the Eucharist, or the Sisters may bake the bread as part of their apostolate. In many parishes, pious lay people bake the altar bread; this is considered a special privilege and honor. If the priest is married, often his wife bakes the bread for the Eucharist. 37. Often abbreviated. 38. Which is exchanged among the clergy; the faithful of the Byzantine Churches exchange the kiss of peace only on Easter. 39. In Byzantine Churches the Blessed Sacrament is always reserved, usually in a small tabernacle on the Altar. Rarely one may find the ancient form of a small tabernacle suspended over the Altar. 40. Here we describe the Byzantine ordination service. The Antiochian, Alexandrian, and Armenian traditions have different ordination rites. 41. This is similar to the month s mind Mass which many Latin Catholics practice. but the Eastern Churches have this observance on the fortieth day rather than on the thirtieth. In August Part 4 - The Eastern Churches - 7

8 Dates to Remember JUNE :30 P.M. Assembly business meeting Saturday 20 All articles and reports due for next months newsletter Sunday Sunday JULY Saturday 4 20 AUGUST :30 P.M. Council business meeting INDEPENDENCE DAY 7:30 P.M. Assembly business meeting 27 7:30 P.M. Council business meeting 6 Saturday 15 FATHER S DAY 13 Thursday FLAG DAY All articles and reports due for next months newsletter TRANSFIGURATION OF OUR LORD 10 7:30 P.M. Assembly business meeting 24 7:30 P.M. Council business meeting FEAST OF THE ASSUMPTION Feats of the Assumption Financial Secretary s Report Transfiguration of Our Lord At the Florida State Convention our Council was awarded the Supreme Community Activity Award and the Division 1 K of C Newsletter/Bulletin Award. The community award was for the Pro-Life Seminar that we held last September. The officers of our council would like to thank everyone that helped us to achieve these awards. Fraternally, Michael P. Krochmalni Financial Secretary If anyone knows of a member or family member that should be listed in our Pray For column please contact Michael P. Krochmalni at so that we can add their names. You can send this information by mail to: Michael P. Krochmalni 2207 Viento St. Orlando, FL or to: council9236@me.com Pray For Mike DeStio Jeanne Zens Helen Obuch Henry Dugan Mary Jane Spencer Lois Swirderski Thomas Prebee Vincent Samosky Anna Kocur Eugene & Shirley Hawk Dennis Forza SK Donald Whiting Norman Bartley Leo Chenette Donald Abate 8 John Wisdo Minnie Gates Juanita Ortega Edgar & Josie Johnson George Chandler Lynne Kuzma Jerry Chenette

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