What a day I had! On July 12, my late husband’s 67th birthday, and I planned a memorial birthday party at Angelina’s on the Hill. More than 80 family, friends and co-workers came out to help me celebrate Tommy’s life. Peter Carmeci Sr. of the Veterans of Foreign War Post 6427 Tusten, Highland, Lumberland was there to honor Tommy. The “Judge,” Bob Meyer, led us off in the Pledge of Allegiance followed by “God Bless America,” sung by my brother-in-law Jon, with everyone joining in. All the little kids stood in the front near Tommy’s flag, which was (in a case) over his casket holding flags. I have to thank Laurie Stuart, who was the master of ceremonies. She had everyone lined up to do their part; she did a great job on the eulogy. My co-worker Amanda read Tommy’s obit and my best friend Paula read the 23rd Psalm, along with my niece saying the Irish Blessing. Pastor Phyllis was there saying a prayer. I had letters from Tommy thanking Julie Swenson, Erika Crocitto and Jamie Meyer, who were all a part of Tommy’s hospital stay in Sullivan County. It was a great turnout, and I thank everyone who came out to be a part of Tommy’s memorial. I have to give a very big thank you to my brother Teddy who helped me set up and keep me sane.

I just got off the phone with Ed Kraack from The Lake Huntington Fire Company. He told me that the Fireman’s Field day was a success. He would like to thank all the volunteers who helped get everything ready for the day. A big thank you to all the vendors and the people who came out to support the fire company. Ed told me the chicken BBQ was a sellout: 250 halves were sold. He is so looking forward to next year when he can do it all over again. See you in 2016.

The Cochecton Youth Group is having sign-up on July 28 for the following events: Bethel Speedway, August 1; Fort Delaware, August 2; Bethel Woods (Moonlit Monday) “Wizard of Oz”, August 3; Camel Beach (day trip to outdoor water park), August 13 with a rain date of August 20; Museum Village (Civil War Reenactment), September 1 (you can also sign up on September 1 for this event only). If you have any questions, give Sue a call at 845/866-0853. If you are not receiving e-mails please give Sue you new email address.

Have a great week, and email leeniebeans@citilink.net or call 845/252-3568, if you have news.