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Outstanding Citizen Award
For 13 years, the monthly award to an individual or organization in the Tyrone Area was awarded to a person or group that was having a significant impact on this place we call home.
These folks, plus over a dozen volunteer "deliverers" were be busy taking Free Thanksgiving Dinners to those unable to come to their place. Above, owner Lisa Baum holds the WTRN Award that was presented early Thanksgiving morning 2005, as the food was being prepared. Her helpers include Kristal Richards and Kim Hildebrand in the front row, plus Dave Brower, John Sabol and Ken Baum in the back row. Thanks to Lisa and her staff for brightening the lives of hundreds of Tyroners on what otherwise could have been a quiet and lonely day. Radio
Station WTRN Is
pleased to present the OUTSTANDING
CITIZEN AWARD For June, 2004 to Pastor Chuck Fitzgerald
The lawn at
the Wesley United
Methodist Church is
well-tended, as are the
grounds at the Parsonage.
Chuck Fitzgerald
believes in focusing on
all parts of his
responsibility at Wesley,
so he also mows the lawn.
But, for us to emphasize that as the real reason he’s being honored
this month would be to miss the point. Good
pastors strive to be involved in every facet of their church, and, like a
shepherd, to attend to every sheep in their flock.
Persons have told us they feel Chuck’s abilities in this are special,
and this is one reason for this award. Another is because of his outgoing and
radiant personality, which precedes him along a street or in a group. He is one
of those special people who actually will listen to you as you are talking.
Those suffering bereavement tell us he has been an immense comfort, and
several times, he has had to preside at a funeral service at his church while he
was in mourning for a loss in his
own family.
But, all is not “church related work” for Chuck.
He is the Tennis Coach for Tyrone Area High School, and his teams are
very competitive in their season’s efforts.
He has been able to combine lessons in good sportsmanship with good
citizenship.
Chuck Fitzgerald is having a significant impact on this place we call
home.
Radio Station WTRN Is pleased to present the OUTSTANDING
CITIZEN AWARD For
July, 2003, to JOHN FERNERThe stunning news of the closing of Westvaco’s Tyrone Mill 22 months ago became a challenge to John Ferner. He had learned well the paper business from his father and from many decades in the field himself; he was the mill’s Personnel
Manager at the time of its
closing. John began the mission of trying to save the facility and as many jobs as possible. He pulled together a team of persons skilled in various fields and plans started to take shape. It was a slow and long process through which the Altoona Blair County Development
Corporation was a great
help. Cooperation was forthcoming from the company, and a fair price was agreed upon for
the facility. Elected
officials at every level
of government were
effective in helping. Tax relief was obtained. A financial package was created by members of the group whose skill is in that sector. The team functioned superbly. Each intricate piece of the matrix was coming together. Now the entire package is a reality and soon the Mill Whistle will blow again. And no one will be happier to hear that sound than the quiet man
who worked day and night
pulling it all together.
Without question,
John Ferner has had a
significant impact on this
place we call home.
Radio
Station
WTRN Is
pleased to present the OUTSTANDING
CITIZEN AWARD For June, 2003, to ROB ORRA dozen years ago, among the first to receive this award was Morris Levine, the manager of the shoe store that still bears his name. It is appropriate that Rob Orr ,
the current manager, is
honored this month. Rob accepted the leadership of a small group of business owners and managers in Downtown Tyrone who wanted to revitalize the area and to bring back the days when it was a busy shopping center. The streetscape made the scene along Pennsylvania Avenue and Tenth Street into a much more inviting area; all that was needed was more shoppers. Quickly, Rob organized the Tyrone Merchants Association and began planning a series of events, culminated by the recent Sidewalk Sale, which attracted booths, hoppers and entertainment in spite of the disappointing weather. Each month, dditional stores are opening in the downtown area; much of this must be because they see the activity of Rob and his committee. His Great-Grandmother, ”Mick”
Warrender, who worked in
the shoe store, would be
very proud of him.
And none are more proud of him than Morris and store owner Todd Lewis. He
is having a significant
impact on this place we
call home.
Radio Station WTRN Is pleased to present the OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD For April, 2003, to GEORGE PALMER George Palmer is a Missionary; not in a far-off desert or jungle, but right here at home. He saw that fewer families were attending church, robbing their children of an opportunity to learn right and wrong and a moral life. Instead, he saw kids hanging around on the street, and heard shocking words from their mouths. George established Front-Line Ministries and The Door in Bellwood, and has built a small staff of dedicated folks who provide a safe and enjoyable place for the young people of the Bellwood-Antis area to come after school and at other idle times; to reach them, teach them and help them to learn about Almighty God, about goodness, and mercy and right living. George Palmer is having a significant impact on this place we call home.
Radio Station WTRN Is pleased to present the OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD For March, 2003, to Members of PA Army National Guard Det. 1 HC 2nd Bn 112th Infantry Mechanized In normal times, they are "Weekend Warriors", but these are not normal times, and the Call to Active Duty went out to members of the unit here in Tyrone. These GI’s will serve our country in a land far away from family, friends, and familiar surroundings. Their work is essential to world peace and survival. The pride and support and love of our community go out to these hometown soldiers. And, by their commitment in a land so far away, they are all having a significant impact on this place we call home.
On Behalf of a Grateful Community, This DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD Is Presented to LEO WARNER Thank You, Leo, for Forty-Six Years of Faithful Service to the People of Tyrone. Your Radio-TV Business always provided good merchandise and friendly service at fair prices, as proved by the large number of steady repeat customers. You treated each customer with kindness and courtesy. You will be missed in the business community. Presented February 18, 2003, By Radio Station WTRN
Radio Station WTRN Is pleased to present the OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD For February, 2003, to COACH JIM SWANEY As Coach Swaney completes fifteen years guiding the Girls Varsity Basketball program at Tyrone Area High School, he can look back, but he doesn’t. He looks to the future as he constantly tries to help younger kids to "be as good as they can be" and to develop their skills, and learning what it means to be part of a team. Not only has he guided many "legends" in his years as coach, but he also has helped girls with no special skills to become excellent players. No coach can succeed without building respect and trust among the members of the team. And, Coach Swaney does this very easily, because he is absolutely straight-forward and truthful with them. The old saying is "A Coach looks good when the Team looks good." Years from now, lots of adults will look back and say thanks to Jim. He is having a significant impact on this place we call home.
Radio Station WTRN Is pleased to present the OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD For January, 2003, to TYLER MERTIFF When kids are growing up, they usually select a role model, and, good or bad, this choice often helps to determine their future. Countless young people look at Tyler Mertiff and say, "this is someone I admire." Tyler is an exceptional athlete, and a natural leader, in games and in practice. In football, he is Tyrone’s All-Time Leading Passer, and is Single Season Passing record holder, which he did in 11 games. In Boys Basketball, he’s the 6th All-Time Leading Scorer. But there’s much more to being a role model than racking up records. Tyler has coached Elementary Basketball for five years, showing younger kids how to play life by the rules and how to win, as well as how to lose. And, perhaps most important of all, he is an honor student, learning while excelling in sports. An effective role model for others, Tyler Mertiff is having a significant impact on this place we call home.
Radio Station WTRN Is pleased to present the OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD For November, 2002 to Beulah Irvin Little Beulah is "The Apple Dumpling Lady" of the community. For countless years, she has used her God -Given talents to bake pies, sticky buns, and apple dumplings, and then either to sell them for the benefit of the needy, or to give as unexpected "treats" to people, businesses or churches. She’s at the Park for every community event, and this fall, has raised over $300.00 for the Salvation Army from her "goodies". Beulah says that when she gets lonely, bored, worried, or frustrated, she heads to the kitchen, bakes up a storm, and then gives everything away. She asks her daughter Helen to deliver the goodies, and asks nothing in return. She cares very much for others. As you might expect, right now, she is busy ringing the bell for the Salvation Army Kettles, and helping the needy. Without question, Beulah is having a significant impact on this place we call home.
Radio Station WTRN Is pleased to present the OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD For October, 2002 to Grace Baptist Church, Rev. Roy Garthwaite, Pastor and Church of the Good Shepherd, Rev. Ray Brinson, Pastor This month, we honor the congregations of two Tyrone Churches and their pastors for their decisive action in bringing Youth Activities Directors onto their staffs. The statistics are shocking. Only about 15% of teenagers are attending church; religion simply is not a part of the lives of the other 85%. This figure is much less than half of their parents’ generation, and their grandparents’ generation is five times more involved in a church. Many churches in the area are trying to bring back the kids. Led by their Pastors, Grace Baptist Church and the Church of the Good Shepherd acted by hiring persons with this specific task. The whole community will benefit, because a young person who finds fulfillment and friends in a church won’t have to look in other places. It was the right thing to do. By taking this first step, these churches will have a significant impact on this place we call home.
OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD For September, 2002 to LAMOINE ZIMMERMAN "Zimmie" doesn’t enjoy the spotlight. He goes about doing good deeds and good works in a quiet way. Of course, during the 50s, 60s, and 70s, he and his fellow members of the Gardner Guards Drum & Bugle Corps were often in the spotlight, on tv and in Presidential Inauguration Parades. He liked that. But, mainly, he likes to stay in the background. At the Elks, he organizes visits of the Bloodmobile and helps with Youth Recognition Night. At the Community Labor Day Picnic, he helps with the Bingo Games. As an Usher at First English Lutheran Church, he greets regular members and visitors alike, and makes them feel welcome. As a School Crossing Guard, he makes sure kids are safe. For many years, he was the one who made sure Gray Field was in good shape for each game. Our town owes him a lot. Lamoine Zimmerman is having a significant impact on this place we call home.
OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD For August, 2002 to BOB MASER Some people spend their days accumulating wealth; others waste their days doing nothing. Bob Maser devotes his days to helping others. He is very active at the Tyrone Salvation Army, cooking and serving meals, helping with fund raising, making repairs and witnessing to others. Bob is an active and working member of the Tyrone Kiwanis Club, organizing fund-raisers and then selling tickets to everyone in town. He has been involved for many years in local sports, helping with Teener Baseball, including last year when the state championships were played here. His service to the Tyrone YMCA is affectionately remembered by many in the community. Bob believes in living his faith, treating others fairly and saying "yes" when asked to help. He is an excellent role model for all. Truly, Bob Maser is having a significant impact on this place we call home.
OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD For July, 2002 to PASTOR BILL GLUNT and ARDEAN LATCHFORD There are almost a thousand graves in local cemeteries of persons who died in the dreaded Flu Epidemic. The two persons we honor realized we have another epidemic in Tyrone right now, and its impact on our young people could be just as devastating as the one a century ago. They asked for God’s Help in stopping it, and were guided to ask the community to join them. The first meeting attracted over 80 concerned citizens. The second drew even more. And, in subsequent meetings many others have now joined in fighting this epidemic, including local government and law enforcement authorities. The community is aroused. It started with two people, and it is up to everyone to join in. If you will help, this effort can have a s ignificant impact on this place we call home. OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD for May, 2002 to RICHARD MERRYMAN Over the years, some school teachers seem to emerge as exceptional, and they stand out in the minds of former students. One of these is Richard Merryman, an English Teacher at the Tyrone Area High School. So outstanding is his ability tomotivate and teach his students that many credit him with focusing their future lives. But, Richard is equally skilled in music. Neighbors recall when he would reach up to the keys of the piano and play songs long before he could read or write. At the keyboard of the piano and organ, he is an inspiration. For many years, he's been the organist at First Presbyterian Church, and is also choir director. The church's history room was his idea. Richard frequently researches Tyrone's History for music from the past, such as our nation's 1976 Bicentennial Song which was composed by a Tyrone resident. He located a rare and damaged copy of this old song and had it restored for this Memorial Day season. Surely, Richard Merryman is having a significant impact on this place we call home. OUTSTANDING
CITIZEN
AWARD for
April,
2002 to Jim Raabe has been the force behind the development of Tyrone's Soccer Program. After two clinics showed that there was a lot of interest in Tyrone for soccer, a parents' meeting was held to determine how to proceed. Jim Raabe stepped up and volunteered to organize and run the program. Since then, he has attended meetings, lined fields, run clinics, purchased equipment, set the rosters, built goals and handled all administrative details for the program. All this was done while emphasizing that it had to be fun for the players. Last fall, there was a successful season with 50 players. This spring, it has blossomed to 150 soccer players, and Jim has handled it all in stride. It's an exciting new recreation program for our young citizens, and it
has an effective organizer in Jim.
Truly, Jim Raabe is having a significant impact on this place we call
home.
OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD for March, 2002 to JOHN HARLOW After a career in broadcasting and two tours of duty in the United States Army, John Harlow became Sports Editor of the Tyrone Daily Herald, He looked upon this as an opportunity to expand the coverage of athletics, both team and i ndividual within the Tyrone and Bellwood areas. But, there was a much greater purpose in his work; helping local student athletes to be recognized. Time and again, John's attention and focus have helped them to be named to District and State All-Star teams. A number of them are now benefiting from this help as they attend colleges on sports scholarships. As a board member of the Tyrone YMCA, his organizational skills and energy were quickly recognized. During his term as President of the Board, the Executive Secretary position became vacant, and John wore two leadership hats until the position was filled. Now, he can spend more time doing volunteer coaching and recreation. Surely John Harlow is having a significant impact on this place we call home. OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD for February, 2002 to Pastor Terryanne Talbot-Moses When Pastor TM heard the terrible news of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, she felt the community needed to come together for a time to unite in prayer and meditation. She organized a worship service that evening that was attended by many hundreds of local residents. Two days later, as the immensity of the tragedy was sinking in, she gathered the community for a candlelight service at the American Legion Home. And, five days later, she was at the heart of things when thousands of persons came together on the streets in front of the Post Office for a Sunday afternoon of inspiring and comforting time of patriotism and prayer. Working with her fellow clergy, she has arranged for memorial services on the 11th of each month at one of the churches in our area. As the current leader of Tyrone Area Cooperative Ministries, Pastor TM has performed an exceptional service for us all. She is having a significant impact on this place we call home.
Outstanding Citizen Award for January, 2002 to Jeff Long Jeff Long grew up on a farm in Sinking Valley. There, he learned about planting seeds a nd harvesting a crop. He has done just this in Tyrone, becoming a major investor in properties that were like "unplowed fields," and turning them into important income- producing, tax-paying assets for the town. Over and over, it has been Jeff who has come forward and developed a plan to use places like the former Adams School, which has become a large retirement living complex or the IGA, which he is renovating to house a new business. When there was no one else, he came forward with a plan for the Jones Building and will create a downtown, first-floor location for the Tyrone-Snyder Public Library. His work in constructing the City Hotel Park has made the dreams of the benefactor come alive as a beautiful cornerstone for our town. Folks around here tease him that he is not as internationally famous as his brothers of the TV series, "Junkyard Wars," but locally, there is no question that Jeff Long is having a significant impact on this place we call home. OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD for December, 2001 to Todd Lewis In November, 1993, this award was presented to Rev. Dr. Samuel T. (Ted) Lewis, In July, 2001, this award was presented to Dr. Kathryn Lewis. It is appropriate that their son Todd becomes the third member of this family to be recognized for large and continuing amounts of service to the community and area. Todd is active in the Sinking Valley Arch Springs United Presbyterian Church, but that is only the beginning of his spiritual concerns. He is one of the founders of the Christian Fellowship Group in Tyrone, and is now involved in a new outreach program, as well as the Jesus Video project. He purchased a longtime Tyrone business and has not only led it to continued prosperity, but has made it the keystone of an expanding group of stores in Pennsylvania and New York state. For many years Todd was the leader of the downtown retail committee, and his support for the town's service organizations is continuous. Todd consistently follows in the footsteps of his mother and his late father in having a significant impact on this place we call home.
OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD for November, 2001 to Employees of Westvaco
· Truly, they had a significant impact on this place we call home.
OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD for October, 2001 to Donna Carson For 43 years, the lifeline of the Tyrone Hospital ran directly through Donna Carson's office. This was the information center, the clearing house, the nerve center of the entire hospital campus. Through these four and a half decades, the hospital had many leaders and a thousand different staff members, but Donna was always there. Now that she has retired as Executive Secretary to the CEO and Human Resources Director, her life will not be less busy, because she has continued her work for community causes, but with even more time to devote to them. This should not indicate that she is detached from Tyrone Hospital, since her work with the Hospital Auxiliary remains undiminshed. But, she has more time for the Tyrone Community Players as well as the YMCA and other causes. Her retirement at the end of last month brought to a close a part of her life, but she still is having a significant impact on this place we call home.
Radio Station WTRN is pleased to present the OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD for September, 2001 to Frances Hiney Williams Many people half her age are starting to slow down, not Frances. At the age of 83, she has been "officially" retired for twenty years. You would never know it. She was one of the original staff members of Tyrone Hospital when it opened, and etired after 25 years of service, but remains an active member of the Hospital Auxiliary, and also volunteers in the Physical Therapy Department three days a week, four hours each day. For about ten hours each month, she does volunteer work at the Altoona Veterans Hospital, and during the visits of the American Red Cross Bloodmobile, she is there for the full 6 hours, sometimes twice a month. An honorably discharged veteran, Frances is widely acclaimed as one of the first women to serve in the Armed Forces of the United States. During World War 2, Frances was stationed at the U. S. Naval Hospital at Bethesda, MD. She is very active in the VFW Auxiliary and the Cootiettes. Frances Hiney Williams continues every day to have a significant impact on this place we call home.
Radio Station WTRN is pleased to present theOUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARDfor August, 2001 to BOB CL ITESWhen the decision was made to hold the VFW Teener' Baseball League's State Championships in Tyrone, Bob Clites rounded up a crew of volunteers to begin the task of improving Ferner Fieldto be one of the best. The baseballfield today is excellent, but only because of a lot of hard work by Bob and his group, who have spent thousands of hours getting the fill dirt to make the surface the best, growing the grass, working to get the new lights and get everything done..Bob himself has worked around the clock to finish the project . He was mowing the lawn at 2:30 the other morning. He has worked in snowy weather and 90 degree heat. Today, Ferner Field is one of the finest fields where playoff games could take place. This is Bob's gift to young sports players and to our town. And he deserves the thanks of everyone. The members of his volunteer crew unanimously agree that he deserves this recognition. Truly, Bob Clites is having a significant impact on this place we call home.
OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD for July, 2001 to Dr. Kathryn Lewis
OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD for June, 2001, to of Tyrone are retiring from careers as elementary school teachers. Both have always been involved in boosting sports activities from Minor and Little League to High School Sports, Larry as a coach and Linda as a fan and singing theNational Anthem before events. They probably have the attendance record for the Altoona Curve, and some Curve players have stayed at their home. Linda's been active in The Allegheny Chorale, Tyrone Community Players and the YMCA Board. Larry and Linda have valiantly continued after the tragic death of their only son, Scott, several years ago in an automobile accident. Scott was a true role model for younger kids and a phenomenal athlete. Recently, the Strongs provided a batting cage for the new Tyrone Basebal1 Fields in loving memory of Scott. Truly, Linda and Larry Strong are having a significant impact on this place we call home.
Radio Station WTRN is pleased to present the OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD for May, 2001 to Rita and Ernie Dick For many years, Rita and Ernie have been leaders and workers for the betterment of the citizens of the Tyrone area, young and old alike. Ernie was one of the young men who guided the Tyrone JayCees, and when it was changed to the Tyrone Area Community Organization, his wife Rita became equally active. Ernie and Rita didn't care if they or others, were leaders of a TACO project, they just dug in and worked for its success. Ernie is also involved in the Tyrone VFW Teener League, which is hosting the State Championships here this summer. Tyrone is fortunate to have such dedicated leaders and workers for the volunteer projects that make this a special place to live. Rita and Ernie Dick are having a significant impact on this place we call home. OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARDfor April, 2001 to Al Drayovitch, Jr. Tyrone is blessed to have an exceptional civic team focusing on major improvements. Working closely with the Mayor, Council, and the borough's employees, consultants and engineers, Tyrone Borough Manager Al Drayovitch is at the center of it all, keeping things organized and moving ahead. Because of this effective team, Tyrone has seen many grants and state funds in recent years for things such as a rebuild of a number of borough streets, after the underground infrastructure was replaced, as well as a large expansion of the treatment facility, and funds for recreational improvements. Mostrecently, the renovation and updating of the Borough Building was completed, including an elevator to make all floors accessible to everyone. Al would be the first to share credit with others. But without question, his office is the "nerve center" for much of the community's recent progress. Surely, Al Drayovitch is having a significant impact on this place we call home. OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD for March, 2001 Coach Tom Miller Once a coach, always a coach; long years later, former students will credit them with turning their lives around, of being role models, one of the strongest influences in their lives. This is true of Tom Miller. A typical story tells it best: "One day, he pulled me· into his office and asked when I was going to get my act together. I was running with the wrong crowd and smoking and doing bad things. He got me interested in track and in 1979 we were undefeated and Conference Champions. If it was not for Coach Miller, I probably would not have graduated. So many of his former players are good people and citizens of life." As a Freshman at Colorado State, Tom Miller beat out 14 others and became the Rams starting Quarterback. Throughout a long coaching career, he taught this same effort and energy to his players, as well as to his daughter Barbara, who excelled in basketball as an all-time high scorer at Tyrone and St. Francis. Without a doubt, Tom Miller has had a significant impact on this place we call home. OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD FOR FEBRUARY, 2001 to Nancy Wilt and Adelene Price Since its founding in 1965, The Tyrone Snyder Public Library has been a treasured community asset W. Paul Price was one of the founders. After his death, his wife Adelene assumed his interest and concern for the new institution. And at about the same time, Nancy Wilt also became involved. Nancy was to serve as a director for a total of 24 years, and a volunteer at the library since 1969. Adelene has been a longtime board member; and most recently served as its President. Without willing volunteers such as Nancy and Adelene to assist the professional staff; our library would be a mere shell of what we know. On the occasion of the retirement of these two outstanding "pillars" of our library, we pay tribute to them for their service and for their enthusiasm during their countless hours of volunteer service. Truly, they have had a significant impact on this place we call home. -0- OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD January, 2001 to Jim and Jessica Kilmartin Jim Kilmartin had a vision: of helping young people in his hometown to find a better way. He created Joshua House in downtown Tyrone. He built it, and they came. As his dream unfolded, he added a life's partner, his college sweetheart. Now Jim and his wife Jessica have been joined by several friends in transforming a building on Tenth Street into a place for young people to come and find help in spiritual as well as everyday matters. Now, many young Tyroners come each k for wholesome recreation, fellowship, help with studies and learning, and a simple Christian message of love. Working together, Jim and Jessica are showing a way of hope, truth and life to many young people who have never had this opportunity before. They are providing a refuge for those who otherwise might say, "there's nothing to do; nowhere to go." Jim and Jessica Kilmartin are having a significant impact on this place we call home. OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD For December, 2000 to GERTIE SUMMERS When the Scriptures say, Make a Joyful Sound, they are describing Gertie Summers life; it is a ministry of Glorifying God through Music. She is the longtime organist at Christ United Methodist Church, and also plays at Northwood Baptist Chapel, where, for so many years she and her husband Gib were responsible for the annual Christmas Cantata. Gertie has the unique ability to play by ear, and this helps her as an accompanist, or playing requests at the Grange, or at Epworth Manor. A Sunday School Teacher for many years, and a longtime Girl Scout leader, Gertie has "Brightened The Corner" for many, including persons at world famous
Lake Chautauqua. Truly Gertie Summers has had, and is having, a significant impact on this place we call home. OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD for November, 2000 TODD CAMMARATA
OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD for October, 2000, to Virgie and Brenda Werner Virgie and her daughter Brenda have spearheaded Tyrone's Sesquicentennial Celebration, and have brought our community together to observe the 150th anniversary of the founding in 1850. They built upon the original idea of a Giant Parade, and ended up with a dozen special events that will have involved over a thousand participants and workers. After the Sesquicentennial Parade, which involved 56 floats, bands and marching units, the U.S. Army Drill Team performed at Gray Field. A week later, a Car Show attracted antique, classic, and custom cars, followed by a Cruise downtown, including the famous "Hard Man" up and down the Avenue. The Jazz Show was dedicated to Senior Citizens, with a good crowd. At the midpoint of the celebration, a Colonial Village has been added to Rotary's Farm City Day. The Community will join in a Celebration of Faith, and CelticFusion will honor Tyrone's Irish Roots. Kids Day at the new Rail Park and Train Rides down the Valley will be followed by other events to close the year. Through it all the song, "Celebrate Tyrone" has been heard hundreds of times. Virgie and Brenda produced and sold ads in a souvenir booklet and secured corporate underwriters to ensure the viability of the effort. Without a doubt, they have had a s ignificant impact on this place we call home. OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARD For September, 2000 to CHRIS HAMMOND & JOSH HARPSTER Every Volunteer Firefighter continuously trains for a moment when he or she may need to enter a burning building to attempt to save a life. That moment came last month for two Tyrone Firemen, Josh Harpster and Chris Hammond. Using protective equipment and the training they had received, they knew what to do, and did it. Josh and Chris do not seek recognition for what they did. No volunteer firefighter does. But, we are reminded again of the tremendous value to each of us that is represented by the firefighters of our community. We salute them all. They are having a significant impact on this place we call home.
OUTSTANDING CITIZENS FOR AUGUST, 2000 Dave Hoffman Sr. and Dave Hoffman Jr., the Outstanding Citizen Recipients for themonth of August. This father and son combination chaired the Central District Firemen'sConventions in Tyrone in 1988 and 2000 respectively. Both have been volunteer firementhroughout their lives. Dave, Sr., was the Fire Chief of Bald Eagle Fire Company for many years.Dave, Jr., is a Fire Lieutenant of the Blazing Arrow Hook and Ladder Company of Tyrone.The community is proud of the service of this unique two generation family.OUTSTANDING CITIZENS FOR JUNE, 2000 The DelGrosso Family was the recipient for the month of June. Joe and Jim DelGrosso are shown as they received a national award from the Small Business Administration. OUTSTANDING CITIZEN FOR JULY,2000 The July award went to Andrew Moore, one of the area's outstanding artists, whose paintings have been prized by individuals, churches and others. He also has a wonderful musical voice, and has appeared with church choirs here and at the Vatican. Above is one of Andy's paintings. COMPLETE LIST OF WTRN OUTSTANDING CITIZEN AWARDS Year 2000 January Donna Natalie, RN February Betty Andrews March Don Wagner April John Rice May Kelly C. Wike and Todd Lewis June The DelGrosso Family July Andrew Moore August David Hoffman, Sr. and David Hoffman, Jr. September Chris Hammond and Josh Harpster October Brenda Werner and Virgie Werner November Todd Cammmaratta December Gertie Summers
Year l999 January Gary McGovern February Jerry Spangler March The TAHS Swim Team April Congressman Bud Shuster May `John Burket June Joan Smith July Tony Yaniello August Tyrone Hospital Auxiliary September Marge and Charlie Hoyer October Cummins McNitt November Jim Daughenbaugh December Tyrone Lodge #25, Loyal Order of Moose
Year l998 January Father Vance Clark February Chester Geist March April May `Elaine Conrad June July Mike Beckwith, Rick Sessamen, Chris Hammond August George Sessamen September Mayor Pat Stoner October Bill Ellenberger November Major Karen Garrett December Tyrone Community Players
Year l997 January Dr. Daniel Friday February Jim Crawford March Lady Eagles Basketball Team April `Jessie Anders May Dan Ashcroft June David J. Black July Mark Catherman August Verden Latchford, Sr. and Verden Latchford, Jr September October Peter Gardella November Gene Johnson December Doris Garber
Year l996 January Tyrone Volunteer Firemen And Fire Police February David Luke March A. Pearl Cowher April Hulda and Bill Engelman May Tyrone Elks Lodge #2l2 June Gloria Harris July Police Chief Jim Miller August Dick Rounsley September Larrie A. Derman October Ray Savino November Sue OBrien December Golden Eagles Footbal l Team
Year l995 January Phil Lusardi February Rev. Kraig Faust March Bill McMinn April Pete Dutrow May Byron (Barney) Mogle June Scott Martin, Quality Chemicals July Richard H. Searer August Kelly C. Wike September Honey Wilson October Rev. Norman Huff November Coach John Franco December Capt. Nancy Beauchamp
Year l994 January Msgr. Richard J. Walsh February Judy Norris March Bill Harshman April Richard Bishop May Neil Smith June Dr. and Mrs. Leroy Bowers July Virgie Werner August George Stever September Lew Poorman October Bill Nelson November Gerry Roberts December Jim and Bobbie Ramsay
Year l993 January Sam Hayes, Jr. February Paul Hasson March Harry K. Sickler, Jr. April Sam Loth May Tom Robinson June Ted Wood July Bev and Fred Getz August Bob Westley September Marjorie Barr October Fred and Murf DelGrosso November Rev. Samuel T. Lewis December Charles and Elizabeth Bressler
Year l992 January February March April Steve Hartman May Betsy Smith June July August Morris Levine September Suzanne Sickler Ohl October Rose Black, Dee Hess, and Benjie Johnbson November Jack and Scott Hiller December Tonie Cameron, Salvation Army
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