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Town Hall Meeting Honors Local Veteran
The Board of Commissioners will meet in Pennsauken tonight for the next town hall meeting for Camden County.
“These town halls are extremely important because it gives us the opportunity to hear directly from our constituents,” Commissioner Al Dyer said. “We encourage everyone to join us to voice your concerns and receive updates about what is going on here in Camden County, across New Jersey, and nationwide.”
During the town hall, Army Veteran Lou Morales will be honored.
Morales served in the Army from 1979 until 2006 and was involved in major military campaigns Operation Desert Storm and Desert Shield. During his service, Morales earned several honors and medals including the Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and the Meritorious Service Medal.
Morales is now a member of the VFW and American Legion Post 68 and has volunteered with Stand Down South Jersey, an event that provides necessary services to homeless veterans, for 30 years.
Memorial Day Events This Weekend
Several wreath laying ceremonies in observance of those members of the military who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces will be held throughout Memorial Day Weekend in both Pennsauken and Merchantville. The public is encouraged to attend these events.
Video Of 2023 PHS Memorial Day Ceremony Now Available
The 2023 Memorial Day Ceremony from Alumni Veterans Memorial Plaza at Pennsauken High School is now on Facebook and Vimeo.
MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY. Alumni Veterans Memorial Plaza. Pennsauken High School. May 26, 2023. from MageeMedia on Vimeo.
Pennsauken Veteran Highlighted On PBS
Longtime Delair resident Edward Hill is one of four World War II veterans featured in the premier episode of “Here’s The Story” on PBS.
The documentary takes viewers on a journey across the state of New Jersey, where the “Here’s The Story” met with these remarkable individuals. Their stories not only shed light on the harrowing experiences of war, but also offer a window into their upbringing, shaping the lens through which they experienced one of the most pivotal periods in history.
Stephen Mucha Passes Away At 102
Longtime Pennsauken resident Stephen Mucha passed away on October 18, 2023, at the amazing age of 102. Often seen at the Pennsauken Municipal Pool performing with his wife, Carol Ann Copper, the veteran and devoted family man left an indelible mark on his community.
Remembering Those Who Gave The Ultimate Sacrifice
By The Pennsauken Board of Education: Nick Perry, President; JoAnn Young, Vice President; Osvaldo Alves III, Lisa Eckel; Diane Johnson; Samer John Jarbouh-Rafeh; Scott La Vine; Orlando Viera, and Dontay White; and Dr. Ronnie Tarchichi, MEd2., M.S., M.B.S., M.A.2, Ed.D., Ph.D., Superintendent, Pennsauken Public Schools
On Memorial Day, we come together as a community to honor and remember the courageous men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. In a special way, our District remembers those from Pennsauken who died during military conflicts as members of the United States Armed Forces, including: Terrence P. Allen, Thomas L. Busch, III, John S. DiBenedetto, Michael Egan, James M. Esposito, Matthew J. Henkel Jr., Joseph L. Hesson, III, Frank J. Kohlmyer, Thomas C Miller, Maria I. Ortiz, Richard Patterson, Elmer R. Pease, Jr., Anthony Piersanti, Jr., Harold Russo, and John Edward Tipton.
Memorial Day Events To Be Held Throughout Pennsauken
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Community events leading up through Memorial Day remember those brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country.
Wreath Laying Ceremonies
Several wreath laying ceremonies in observance of those members of the military who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces will be held throughout Memorial Day Weekend in both Pennsauken and Merchantville. The public is encouraged to attend these events.
AMVETS Yard And Hoagie Sale On April 15
AMVETS Post 101, 519 June Rd., Delair, is holding a yard and hoagie sale on Saturday, April 15, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Attendees can choose from American, ham and cheese, tuna, or turkey hoagies for $7 each until supplies run out.
Crafters are welcome and can rent a table for just $10. Tables can be reserved at (856) 663-8950 between 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. daily.
American Legion Meetings On March 9
F.W. Grigg Post 68 American Legion will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, March 9, 7:00 p.m., at the Merchantville Community Center, 212 Somerset Ave.
The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veteran’s organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. With the recent passage of the “Legion Act”, eligibility for membership in the American Legon has been expanded to include those who served honorably during the periods April 6, 1917, to Nov. 11, 1918, and Dec. 7, 1941 to a time later determined by the federal government.
The Post Auxiliary Unit also meets at 7:00 p.m. on the same night and location. Any spouse, whether male or female, of a veteran who is an American Legion member, or the daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, or granddaughter of a veteran are welcome to join.
For more information, contact Bernie Kofoet at (609) 923-4917.
AMVETS Yard Sale On June 11
AMVETS Post 101, located at 519 June Rd. in the Delair section of Pennsauken, is hosting a community yard sale on Saturday, June 11, from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Tables are $20 a person, $15 for veterans. Interested parties can call (856) 663-8950, Monday through Friday, noon to 4:00 p.m., to reserve a table.
