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2023-03-14
The next information on the web should read (The next meeting is on April 10th and again we will meet at Camp BREAC. We have elected new officers and they will be installed on April 10th. Come and check out our new meeting place )
2023-03-14
The next meeting is on April 10th and again we will meet at Camp BREAC. We have elected new officers and they will be installed on April 10th. Come and check out our new meeting place
2023-02-19
2023-02-19
Be sure to download the Febrauery newsletter edition (see pe=revious column)THE NEXT MEETING IS ON MARCH 13TH - WE WILL BE MEETING AT A NEW LOCATION - CAMP BREAC SPRING CREEK HOUSE 1088 W WATER STREET BELLEFONTE
2023-01-16
THE NEXT MEETING IS FEB. 13TH AT THE BELLEFONTE ELKS - WE ARE PLANNING ON MEETING IN A NEW LOCATION IN BELLEFONTE IN MARCH - WE WILL HAVE CHALLENGE COINS FOR SALE AT THE MEETING - THINK ABOUT BECOMING AN OFFICER FOR THE YEAR 2023.
2023-01-14
THE NEXT MEETING OF THE DETACHMENT IS FEB. 13TH - WE WILL HAVE CHALLENGE COINS FOR ANYONE THAT WOULD LIKE TO BUY - WE WILL BE PLANNING ON MOVING TO A NEW LOCATION IN MARCH - WE ARE LOOKING FOR MEMBERS TO STEP UP AND SERVE AS OFFICERS FOR 2023 - SEMPER FI.
2023-01-14
2023-01-14
2023-01-14
THE NEXT MEETING OF THE DETACHMENT IS FEB. 13TH - WE WILL HAVE CHALLENGE COINS FOR ANYONE THAT WOULD LIKE TO BUY - WE WILL BE PLANNING ON MOVING TO A NEW LOCATION IN MARCH - WE ARE LOOKING FOR MEMBERS TO STEP UP AND SERVE AS OFFICERS FOR 2023 - SEMPER FI.
2022-12-29
The Nittany Leathernecks have purchased challenge coins. We have to type, one will be used for Eagle Scout presentation, this will replace the famed KA-Bar, the second challenge coin is for members of the Nittany Leathernecks to purchase for a cost of $10.00 to have or give to a friend or family members. We will have some at the January meeting so please come and join us to start out the new year.
Semper Fi
2022-12-13
THE FIRST MEETING OF THE NITTANY LEATHERNECKS IS ON MONDAY JAN. 9, 2023 WE HAVE SOME GREAT THINGS PLANNED SO PLEASE COME OUT TO THE MEETING AND HELP PLAN THE NEW YEAR. WE HAVE NEW DETACHMEMNT CHANGANG COINS FOR SALE FOR ONLY $10.00 GET THEM WHILE THEY LAST.
2022-11-19
More information on Centre County Toys for Tots can be found at
http://lemont-pa.totyfortots.org
2022-10-14
Come and join us to celebrate the 247th Birthday of our corps at the State College American Legion at 7:30PM - All Marines are welcome.
Toys For Tots Kick Off Breakfast is on Tuesday Nov. 15th
Contact Gene Weller for details of Breakfast and Wrapping Schedule glweller@aol.com 814-571-4332
2022-08-10
2022-07-12
2022-06-22
2022-05-10
Ton Stoner was elected and installed as the new Commandant for the Nittany Leathernecks, come and welcome and support him this year.
We need support for the Bellefonte Color Guard contact Tom Stoner
We support Track and Field Special Olympics starting at noon Thursday June 2nd the all day Friday and Saturday. You can come and leave anytime just report the Bob Johnson at the center of the PSU Track Field and just have some fun.
Semper Fi
2022-04-16
SPECISL OLYMPICS IS JUNE 2,3,4 2022 - JOIN US IN SUPPORT THE TRACK AND FIELD EVENTS - CONTACT BOB JOHNSON IF YOU HAVE SOME FREE TIME AND WOULD LIKE BE A TRACK OFFICIAL. KARBOB64@COMCAST.NET OF CALL 814-234-7249
2022-03-17
2022-02-22
2022-01-11
2021-12-18
IN JANUARY BRING IDEAS ON FUND RAISERS AS IT LOOKS LIKE PEOPLES CHOICE IS NO LONGER AT THE PA MILITARY MUSEUM SO THE IS A BIG LOSE OF INCOME FOR THE DETACHMENT.
TOYS FOR TOTS WAS A GREAT SUCCESS THIS YEAR AND BIG THANKS TO ALL SANTAS HELPERS
WE NEED MARINES TO STEP UP AND BE OFFICERS
2021-11-10
2021-10-24
2021-09-16
SEND YOU $27.00 DUE TO OUR PO BOX 956 LEMONT, PA 16851
CONTACT BOB JOHNSON IF YOU WOULD BE INTERESTED IN SUPPORTING THE EAGLE SCOUT PROGRAM
2021-09-15
CONTACT GLENN MOYER IF YOU WANT TO HELP WITH DAY OF CARING I WE WILL BE WORKING AT THE HARITAGE MUSEUM IN BOALSBURG STARTING A 9AM.
2021-08-16
DUES OF $27.00 CAN BE SENT TO OUR PO BOX 956 LEMONT, PA 16851
CONTACT BOB JOHNSON IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO SUPPORT OUR EAGLE SCOUT PROGRAM
2021-07-13
Send your dues to Bob Johnson 763 Devonshire Dr State College, PA 16803 with a check for $27.00 made out to Nittany Leathernecks
2021-06-19
2021-05-22
2021-04-15
BRING IDEAS OF FUND RAISERS AS WITHOUT PEOPLES CHOICE FOR 2 YEARS WE ARE HITTING OUR SAVINGS
2021-03-14
2021-03-14
2021-03-14
2021-02-09
2021-01-12
2021-01-09
2021-01-06
2020-12-21
2020-12-11
Obituary
Martin Kaschalk 77, of Bellefonte, passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2020 at Mount Nittany Medical Center, State College. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on December 4, 1943 a son of the late Martin and Mildred Verbonitz Kaschalk. He was a 1961 graduate of Nanty Glo Vintondale High School. Upon graduation Martin went on to proudly serve his country in the U.S. Marine Corp. He served four years, spending two in Vietnam, where he earned the Vietnam Service medal and Vietnam Campaign and Good Conduct Medals.
On June 20, 1969 he was united in marriage to Judy Mitchell in Winchester, Virginia, she preceded him on October 10, 2017. Martin served the Commonwealth as a State Policeman from 1968 until his retirement in 1995.He was a member of the Marine Corp League and the Bellefonte Elks. He was an avid hunter, particularly turkey, and enjoyed fishing, especially in Alaska. He enjoyed golfing and loved animals, but his greatest pleasure was time spent with his family.
He is survived by a daughter, Michele Kaschalk of Huntingtown, Md., two sons, Martin ( Kimberly ) Kaschalk of Clearfield, and Jeffrey ( Jennifer ) Kaschalk of Traverse City, MI., three brothers, James, Henry, And Francis Kaschalk, and three sisters, Anna Licastro, Sue Hanson, and Theresa Horgas, six grandchildren, Shane, Andrew, Jacob, Nicholas, Colin, and Paul, and a great-grandaughter, Willow.
Memorial contributions may be made to Lyons Kennels,1826 Zion Road, Bellefonte, PA. 16823.
Due to the current Pandemic no services will be held at this time.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Martin Kaschalk, please visit our floral store.
Services
2020-12-05
2020-11-23
2020-11-15
TOYS FOR TOTS IN CENTRE COUNTY WILL END NOV. 17TH BUT THE AFTER SITE WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL MID DEC.
2020-10-13
2020-09-16
DUES ARE DUE AND CAN BE SENT TO OUR DETACHMENT POST OFFICE BOX
NITTANY LEATHERNECKS - PO BOX 956 - LEMONT, PA 16851 - DUES ARE $27.00
TOTS FOR TOTS WILL START EARLY THIS YEAR AND FINISH BEFORE THANKSGIVING SO CHECK OUT SOME DETAILS OR CONTACT GENE WELLER 814-234-9831 (OFFICE)
TOYS FOR TOTS 2020
Without a doubt, 2020 has become a very challenging year. With Penn State closing on November 20th
and the restrictions of numbers of people that can be in one room at a time, the following is our plan for
2020:
1. Moving into the Penn Stater on Friday November 13th and NOT wrapping any of the toys. We expect
to be restricted to no more than 25 people in a room at a time.
2. At least for the Centre County food pantries, we plan to fill the orders with four items per child but
instead of wrapping them to otherwise put four items into a smaller garbage bag, labeled by age and
gender, and then consolidated by food pantry,
3. Collection points will be significantly reduced to those locations that can support being a collection point
so we will be trying to draw media support to, as much as possible, shift from having donations of toys to
making direct monetary donations to Toys for Tots for Centre County at the toysfortots.org website. Our
local sub-account can be reached directly at: https://lemont-pa.toysfortots.org . Historically, we take the
prior year's donations and use that to purchase toys from wholesalers leaving about a $10,000 reserve for
the next year. We are looking to draw down our sub-account of approximately $28,000 to near $0 and if
we get even more monetary donations than can otherwise expected, we can potentially tap into this
year's donations to further supplement this year. We have access to about eight different wholesalers and
can get toys from some of the wholesalers in 2-3 days.
4. We will be looking to try to get all of the toys and food removed from the Penn Stater on Wednesday
November 18th so that would be the date that I would be hoping to get the toys to Mifflin County.
5. The annual food drive will also continue as in the past. Based on recent news articles, the need for
food is greater than usual.
6. Our annual kick-off breakfast is also cancelled for 2020.
For those of you that may not be aware, last year we obtained significantly more toys directly from
donations to the Toys for Tots Foundation than in years past. If we had too many toys or funds left over,
we would receive no toys from the Foundation the next year. Mifflin county is not only the second poorest
county in PA but also, there has never been anyone come to the plate to become a Toys for Tots
coordinator for Mifflin County. Last year we saw this as an opportunity to ensure that we were within the
guidelines of the Foundation to obtain toys the next year as well as to provide some toys to this
impoverished county. In the matter of less than four weeks we had Father John Harwood from the
Lewistown Episcopal church, a group of Geisinger doctors, a semi-trailer and truck, and other volunteers
in place to accept over 3500 toys for distribution for needy children in the Lewistown area. It is our goal to
repeat that assistance in 2020.
2020-08-19
Due for the coming year are now due send the to the paymaster
Plans are being made for this years Toys for Tots based on covid 19 guide lines
Day of Caring will not take place this years and the are hoping for donations to help out
2020-07-15
2020 Annual Picnic
Centre Hall American Legion
Smith -Pletcher Post 779
2928 Penns Valley Pike
Centre Hall, PA
Saturday, August 15, 2020
1100 – 1500 (11:00 a.m.-3 p.m.)
Join us for camaraderie and good food
Hamburgers/Hotdogs, condiments, soft drinks/water,
And Plates/Cups/Silverware supplied Covered dish is optional
RSVP REQUIRED: email BOB COOK at BOBCOOK40@YAHOO.COM
2020-06-24
2020-06-20
CE WHITEHILL FUNERAL WILL BE A DRIVE BY IN BELLEFONTE FROM 11AM TO 12AM AT WETZLER FUNERAL HOME
THE NEXT MEETING OF THE DETACHMENT IS ON JULY 13TH AT 7:30PM AT THE BELLEFONTE ELKS
GET YOUR YOUTH SCHOLERSHIP TICKETS TO TERRIE ASAP AS SHE HEADS TO THE CONVENSION ON JUNE 27TH
2020-06-08
WHEN COMING IN YOU NEED TO WEAR A MASK AND SIGN IN, TABLES ARE NOT TO BE MOVED AS PLACE FOR DISTANCING, HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL THERE
SEMPER FI
2020-06-08
2020-05-22
TAKE THE TIME TO CALL SOMEONE THAT MAY NEED TO HEAR A FRIENDLY VOICE DURING THIS TIME OF SHUT IN AND IF YOU NEED HELP CONTACT ANY DETACHMENT OFFICER - SEMPER FI AND WE WILL GET THROUGH THIS TIME
2020-04-19
2020-04-19
2020-03-31
2020-03-15
INSTALLATION CEREMONY AND DINNER
Venue: Bellefonte Elks Club #1094
120 West High Street, Bellefonte, PA 16823
MARCH 9, 2020
6:00 PM
Social Hour: 5:30 pm to 6:00 pm
Dinner: 6:00 pm
Awards: 7:00 pm
Installation: 7:15 pm
Dessert: 7:45 pm
BUFFET MENU
Tossed Salad w/ dressing
Rolls & butter
Stuffed Chicken Breast
Roast Beef Au Jus
Vegetables
Coffee and Tea
Dinner Cost: $15.00 per person
Cake served immediately after the Installation Ceremony.
RSVP
Send Payment to NITTANY LEATHERNECKS, P. O. Box 956, Lemont, PA 16851
Or Marty Kaschalk, 1105 E. Springfield Dr., Bellefonte, PA 16823
2020-02-08
Meeting moved to Nov. 4th Still at the Bellefonte Elks at 7:30pm. It was moved because of Veterans Day on the second Monday in November
Plans are being made to celebrate the Marine Corps Birthday in State College - watch for upcoming information as to time and place.
The Detachment voted to no longer present engraved KA-Bars to eagle Scouts for several reasons.
2019-11-08
Meeting moved to Nov. 4th Still at the Bellefonte Elks at 7:30pm. It was moved because of Veterans Day on the second Monday in November
Plans are being made to celebrate the Marine Corps Birthday in State College - watch for upcoming information as to time and place.
The Detachment voted to no longer present engraved KA-Bars to eagle Scouts for several reasons.
2019-09-16
Day of Caring - starts with breakfast at the BJC at 7:30 and be at the work site at 9am contact Diane Grieb at 814-769-0017 or ldydi61@hotmail.com
2019-09-02
COME ON OUT TO THE MEETING AND PLAN THE DAY OF CARING EVENT
2019-07-11
2019-05-14
Contact Tom Stoner if you can help with color guard. Volunteers are always needed for Special Olympics and the Nittany have been Officials for the Track event for a lot of years, interested in helping contact Bob Johnson.
see newsletter for more details.
2019-04-19
May 13 Regular meeting at Bellefonte Elks @ 1930
May 17 Relay for Life Color Guard at Bald Eagle High School @ 1740
Contact Tom Stoner if you can help with color guard
May 27 Memorial Day Ceremony at Bellefonte @ 1040
Contact Tom Stoner.
May 27 Memorial Day Walk to the Cemetery at Boalsburg @ 1640
Contact Tom Stoner
2019-04-12
2019-02-13
Dinner followed by the Officer Installation Ceremony.
March 11,2019 Dinner at 6:30pm Social Hour at 5:30pm
Centre Hall American Legion.
Menu: Buffet - Beef and Chicken
cost $14.50 pay at the door
RSVP: no latter the March 1, 2019 to Marty Kaschalk or Terrie Henrickson atb867-1060
2019-02-06
2018-12-22
2018-12-13
CONTACT GENE WELLER IF YOU WANT TO HELP WITH TOYS FOR TOTS 234-9831
2018-11-15
Contact Tom Stoner if you can help with color guard on Dec. 7th at the PA Military Museum in Boalsburg. Come on out and remember Pearl Harbor under the gun of the USS Pennsylvania BB38.
Check out the Toys for Tots schedule by clicking on Toys for Tots icon on the this web site home page
2018-10-23
THE NITTANY LEATHERNECKS AND PSU MARINES ARE HOSTING A MARINE CORPS BIRTHDAY CELLEBRATION AT CHAMPS ON NOV. 8TH FROM 7PM TO 10PM CONTACT DIANE GRIEB.
WE KICK OFF THIS YEARS TOYS FOR TOTS ON NOV. 13TH AT THE RAMADA INN IN STATE COLLEGE. IF YOU WANT TO HELP ARE JUST COME AND SEE WHAT IT IS ALL ABOUT CONTACT GENE WELLER 234-9831
OUR NEXT MEETING IS NOV. 12TH AT THE BELLEFONTE ELKS AT 7:30 PM
2018-10-22
Toys for Tots will again be the beneficiary of the car show at the Nittany Mall on Saturday October 6th with a rain date of Sunday October 7th. The Nittany Mall and WOWY97 are the key sponsors and an effort is being made to have kid’s programs including a bounce house, EMS, and other groups. We are also working with State College and Bellefonte High Schools seeking musical groups to perform. Registration will begin at 0900 and we will again have Joe Rockey’s “Toys for Tots” Hummer. I will again seek assistance in helping to set up for the parking as well as assisting with a Chinese Auction and 50/50 drawing that specifically goes to Toys for Tots. Please plan to help us with this event as well as bringing your families and friends to enjoy this event.
Semper Fi,
Gene Weller
The Det. picnic is scheduled for Sept 15th at the Centre Hall American Legion contact Commandant Terrie for detail or check the Sept newlatter
2018-10-22
The Nittany Leathernecks will be holding an informal Marine Corps Birthday cake cutting at Champs in State College from 7pm to 10pm. Come one come all That means all Marines are welcome. If you want to eat you can order food from the menu. Contact any officer or email the detachment if you plan on attending so we can get a head count.
Semper Fi
CELEBRATE THE UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS 243RD BIRTHDAY
WITH THE NITTANY LEATHERNECKS DETACHMENT, MARINE CORPS LEAGUE
FOR AN INFORMAL GATHERING AND CAKE CUTTING CEREMONY ON
NOVEMBER 8, 2018
7 P.M. – 10 P.M.
AT CHAMPS NORTH ATHERTON STREET IN STATE COLLEGE PA
MEALS WILL BE ORDERED OFF THE MENU
INFORMAL DRESS ATTIRE
RSVP TO DIANE GRIEB @ 814-769-0017 OR LDYDI61@HOTMAIL.COM
Contact Gen Weller for Toys for Tots kick off breakfast to be held Nov. 12th at Ramada Inn State College 234-9831
2018-08-22
SEE THE SEPT NEWSLETTER FOR POICNIC DETAILS OR CONTACT COMMANDANT TERRIE.
Toys for Tots will again be the beneficiary of the car show at the Nittany Mall on Saturday October 6th with a rain date of Sunday October 7th. The Nittany Mall and WOWY97 are the key sponsors and an effort is being made to have kid’s programs including a bounce house, EMS, and other groups. We are also working with State College and Bellefonte High Schools seeking musical groups to perform. Registration will begin at 0900 and we will again have Joe Rockey’s “Toys for Tots” Hummer. I will again seek assistance in helping to set up for the parking as well as assisting with a Chinese Auction and 50/50 drawing that specifically goes to Toys for Tots. Please plan to help us with this event as well as bringing your families and friends to enjoy this event.
Semper Fi,
Gene Weller
2018-08-05
2018-07-04
see the Peoples Choice Arts Fest parking schedule in the newsletter. we need your help as this is our main fund raiser. Contact Commandant Terrie.
2018-06-05
SEE NEWSLETTER FOR DETAILS.
2018-05-13
Contact Tom Stoner if you can help with the Color Guard at Governors Park Relay for Life. May 18th
Placing of Memorial Flag at Spring Creek Cemetery on May 19th at 9 AM.
Special Olympics Starting at noon the Thursday May 31st and then at 0800 on Friday and Saturday June 1st and 2nd - Contact Bob Johnson.
2018-04-10
Nittany Leathernecks Detachment 3902 and Centre County Veterans Affairs are proud to support Vietnam Veterans and their families
All veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces between Nov. 1, 1955 and May 15, 1975, regardless of location, are eligible to receive recognition.
This will be held at the Pennsylvania Military Museum in Boalsburg.
June 10, 2018
the event will start at 1330 or 1:30PM
Put this date on your calendar and check out future newsletters for more details.
Contact Norman Anderson 570-506-5026 for more information.
Semper Fi
2018-03-18
2018-01-12
Support the Detachment by serving as an officer and make a difference.
2017-12-21
2017-11-18
Dec. is a vary active Month for the Nittany Leathernecks with Toy's for Tot's in full swing. Two basketball games supporting Toy's for Tot's, Lady Lions on Dec. 3rd at the BJC at 12:45pm and Men's basketball on Dec. 9th at the BJC at 2:45pm. We set up for T4T's at the Penn Stater on the 14th at 5pm. Contact Gene Weller for more information and how you can help 234-9831
Pearl Harbor remembered on the 7th of Dec. held at the PA Military Museum at 10"45am contact Joe Horvath for details at the Museum. The Nittany Leathernecks will be providing a color guard contact Tom Stoner if you can help.
2017-11-08
We are having a Detachment meeting on Nov. 13th as we have items that need to be addressed plan on supporting th e Detachment by attending this meeting at 7:30PM.
2017 Nittany Leathernecks Annual Toys for Tots Kick-off Breakfast Tuesday, November 14, 8:30 AM Ramada Inn, 1450 South Atherton Street State College, PA 16801 The breakfast serves as an opportunity to meet fellow supporters within the community and serves as the official media kick-off for the campaign. Your presence will add to the excitement and enthusiasm we expect to generate.
2017-10-31
Contact Marty Kaschalk asap if you plan to attend the cake cutting Marine Corps Birthday celebration - see details in the Nov. newsletter
2017-09-13
CHECK OUT THE NEWSLETTER
2017-08-10
2017-07-28
COMING UP IS LOOKING FOR A NEW PLACE TO MEET
OCTOBER IS TOYS FOR TOTS CLASSIC CAR SHOW AT THE NITTANY MALL
NITTANY LEATHERNECK ANNUAL PICNIC AT CENTRE HALL LEGION AUG. 18TH
2017-06-16
We have moved our meeting night from the second Tuesday to the second Monday at the Bellefonte Elks.
We still can use more help at the Peoples Choice Parking detail in Boalsburg. Contact Commandant Terrie Henrickson for details and needed areas of the schedule.
Semper Fi
2017-04-22
PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND THE MAY MEETING IN BELLEFONTE ON THE 9TH AND SHOW YOUR SUPPORT OF THE DETACHMENT AND THE MANY COMUNITY PROJECTS WE SUPPORT. YOUR HELP IS NEEDED.
2017-04-05
April is the first meeting with the new Officer and your chance to help us plan programs for the coming year
2017-02-21
THE INSTALATION OF OFFICERS FOR 2017 WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE BELLEONTE ELKS ON MARCH 14TH AT 6:00PM THE COST IS TBD. MARINES AND FRIENDS COME OUT TO SUPPORT THE NEWLY ELECTED TEAM. CONTACT EITHER TERRIE HENRICKSON OR BOB JOHNSON
2017-01-28
BECAUSE OUR MEETING FALLS ON VALENTINE'S DAY THIS YEAR AND WE NEED TO ELECT NEW OFFICERS WE HAVE MOVED THE MEETING TO WEDNESDAY THE 15TH OF FEBURARY SO THAT WE CAN LET MEMBERS BE WITH FAMILIY ON THIS SPECIAL DAY. I AM TOLD WE WILL BE ABLE TO GET FOOD AT THE ELKS. THE MEETING STARTS AT 7:30PM SO COME EARLY AND GET SOME FOOD. ANY QUESTIONS CONTACT TERRIE OR ME (BOB JOHNSON)
2017-01-23
PUT FEB 14 ON YOUR SCHEDUALE AND COME OUT TO THE BELLEFONTE ELKS AT THE 7:30 PM MEETING AND MAKE YOUR VOICES HEARD AND SUPPORT THE NITTANY LEATHERNECKS OF THE FUTURE. WITH OUT YOUR HELP WE CAN NOT DO THE GREAT COMMUNITY SUPPORT WE HAVE DONE IN THE PAST AS THE OLD GUARD IS GETTING FEWER AND FEWER. MAKE IT HAPPEN.
WE NEED ALL OF YOU.
SEMPER FI
2017-01-08
Come on out to the Bellefonte Elks at 7:30pm and If you come early at 6:30 you can have a $5.00 dinner and meet other members.
2016-10-28
This years Toys for Tots Kick Off breakfast is on Nov. 14th at 7:30 am at the State College Ramada Inn.
See the latest Newsletter for details of the wrapping schedule or Contact Gene Weller at 234-9831
This year both the Men's and Women's Basketball games are on the same Day Dec. 3rd. Contact Gene Weller if you can Help.
2016-08-19
The Colonel Gerald Russell United Way Day of Caring on October 6 and the Cake-Cutting Ceremony on November 12
Look for details and contact in the up coming newsletter.
2016-07-24
Come join fellow members of the Nittany Leathernecks Detachment for our annual Family Picnic, all are invited so bring a friend or Marine that is not a member or has not been seen for a while.
The picnic is being held at the Centre Hall Legion from noon until 3PM.on Saturday Aug. 13, 2016.
The Detachment will be providing Hamburgers/Hotdogs(and more), condiments, drinks, and plates/cups/silverware are also supplied. If you can bring a covered dish of your choice.
Contact Past Commandant Diane Grieb at 814-769-0017 before Aug. 10th so we know how much food to buy.
Thanks,
Semper Fi
2016-07-13
Saturday, July 23 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Rain Date July 24
Phone: 814–238-9485 (WHVL) | 717-363-0053 (Penny) | 717-437-6050 (Tim)
NEW LOCATION: Mall Parking Lot near MacDonalds
State College, Pa. located across from WHVL-TV STUDIOS
www.whvl.com
www.shopnittanymall.com
Awards Presented to Top Three in Each Class, plus Best of Show and Kids Choice.
New this year: PEOPLE’S CHOICE Award
Show Classes
Cars: Stock & Modified: (years)
1900-1949 1965-1973 1983-1990 2003-2016
1950-1964 1974-1982 1991-2002
Trucks: Stock & Modified: 1900-1960, 1961-1980, 1981-2000, 2001-2016
Bikes: Stock & Modified 1st & 2nd.
$10 Registration Fee, FREE Dash Plaques to 1st 50 Vehicles
Please Bring a New, Unwrapped Toy!
LIVE MUSIC, Children’s Activities, Food
All proceeds from 50/50 & Chinese Auction to benefit Toys for Tots
2016-04-13
The first meeting of the 2016/2017 new year was held on April 12 and we have a busy schedule with lots of opportunity to serve the detachment and community. First we are looking for staff as we need an Adjutant and Paymaster. Bob Johnson is staying on as Paymaster until we can find someone. We have NO color guard at this time unless we can get someone to be the color guard commander. We have several big events coming up in May, June and July. In May we have gate duty in Boalsburg, CE Whitehill is heading up that event and is looking for help. In June we have the State Convention from June 22 thru June 26. We need help so you can contact Commandant Terrie Henrickson. In July we have the Peoples Choice Arts Fest Parking fund raiser, Marine Lyons is leading that event and is looking for help. For more information see our web site nittanyleathernecks.com and check out the newsletters
2016-03-23
Congratulations to Bob Johnson for being selected as the 2015 Nittany Leathernecks Det 302 Marine of the Year. Well deserved. Semper Fi
2016-03-15
With the election over we need to start planning up coming events such as The State Convention in June. Lets see a good showing for our new Commandant Terrie Henrickson.
2016-02-11
INSTALLATION DINNER
BELLEFONTE ELKS CLUB, 120 WEST HIGH STREEET, BELLEFONTE
MONDAY, MARCH 7th
Time - 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Social Hour from 6pm - 7pm
Cost: $11.00 per person
See newsletter for the menu
Please contact Bob Johnson before February 29th if you are planning on attending so we can get a count.
814-234-7249 or karbob64@comcast.net
Semper Fi Marines
There is still a chance for you to fill one of to slots open for officers.
Adjutant - open
Paymaster - open
2016-01-24
2016-01-12
Please plan on coming to the next meeting that has been rescheduled for the 19th of January due to weather. We need to have nominations for the coming year
2015-12-09
Come to the January meeting on the 12th with some names of candidates to fill the list of 2016 officers. All offices are open
2015-11-26
Coming events:
Dec. 7th at the PA Military Museum Honoring Pearl Harbor
Dec. 11th set up for Toys for Tots at the PennStater.
2015-11-04
Dear Friends of the Nittany Leathernecks,
We invite you to participate in celebrating our 29th
Centre County Toys for Tots Campaign
Kick-Off Breakfast
We value your support and hope you will join us on Monday, November 16, 8:30AM at the Ramada Inn
1450 South Atherton Street, State College
Honorary Chair: General James Conway Retired Commandant – United States Marine Corps
Your invitation form and some additional information are included in this correspondence. Thank you for your previous support; we look forward to seeing you at the breakfast on the 16th
.
Semper Fi,
Gene Weller
Major, USMCR (Retired)
Chairman, Centre County Toys for Tots
For more information about this year’s campaign,
check out our web site at
http://lemont-pa.toysfortots.org
Sponsored by the Nittany Leathernecks Detachment
of the Marine Corps League
“Valiant service is not limited to combat”
________________________________
2015-10-07
Nittany Leathernecks Marine Corps League 2015
240th U.S. Marine Corps Birthday Celebration
Friday, November 6, 2015 6:00 pm –7:00 pm Social hour (Cash bar)
7:00 pm -9:00 pm, Buffet dinner
$16.00 per person,
Includes tax and gratuity
We’ll enter from the rear of the building having access to an elevator for wheelchairs into the bottom floor banquet room
Meat & cheese platter, vegetable platter w/dip and fruit platter w/dip
Meats: Lemon-pepper Chicken and Baked Ham
Rice Pilaf
Vegetables: Corn and California Blend (broccoli, cauliflower and carrots)
Tossed Salad with assorted dressings, rolls with butter
Cost includes coffee, water and iced tea
Sgt at Arms Thomas Stoner, is baking our “traditional”
birthday cake
RSVP TO:
Bob Johnson
763 Devonshire Drive
State College, PA 16803-3206
814-234-7249
karbob64@comcast.net
Name: __________________________
Phone# _____________________
Name (Guest)________________________________________________
Reservations with payment
required by
October 23, 2015. Please make checks out to Nittany Leathernecks
Where: Centre Hall American Legion, 2928 Penns Valley Pike, Centre Hall
2015-08-28
Col. Gerald Russell - PNC Bank Centre County United Way
DAY OF CARING
Mark your calendar and lets start forming our team for the
2015 Col. Gerald Russell - PNC Bank Day of Caring.
Plan to attend the Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast at the
Bryce Jordan Center before you head out to your project.
Anyone interested in participating should sign up at the meeting or contact Glenn Moyer via email or by telephone.
email gmmoyer@gmail.com
tel 814-883-5700
2015-07-27
2015 NITTANY LEATHERNECKS ANNUAL PICNIC
This year we have reserved the picnic pavilion at the PA Military Museum in Boalsburg for our annual Nittany Leathernecks picnic on Saturday August 15, 2015 from 11:00am to 5:00pm. As always your detachment will provide the hotdogs, burgers, drinks, plates and condiments all we ask is you bring a covered dish. We have in the past had a great selection of some really great food. Come on out to the PA Military Museum pavilion for fun good food and bring the family and friends.
Contact Gene Weller 237-2107 or Bob Johnson 234-7249 with any questions and how many are planning on joining us.
2015-06-28
On July 8th at 6:30 we will be setting up the field parking area at the PA Military Museum then we need your help parking cars from 8am through 7pm Thur. Fri. and Saturday and on Sunday from 10am to 5pm. Please contact Bob Johnson 234-7249 or karbob64@comcast.net. On July 18th WHVL-TV is holding at Toy's for Tots classic car show being held at the parking lot across from the Nittany Mall of State Rt. 26. Contact Gene Weller 234-9831
2015-05-05
Memorial Day is coming up and C.E. Whitehill has stepped up to once again run the barricade detail in Boalsburg. Contact C.E. to volunteer to help. We also have Color Guard responsibilities both at the Centre County Court House and at the Boalsburg Memorial Day Parade. Volunteers for the Color Guard will be appreciated.
The Detachment Annual Picnic is scheduled for 15 August 11AM to 5PM at
the Military Museum pavilion. This has in the past been a great time to get
together and meet with your fellow Marines. Please put this on your calendar and more information will be coming out as the year progresses.
There are many activities in Centre County that benefit local veterans. Please come to the next few meetings with some suggestions as to where we can devote our efforts and resources to benefit local Marines and veterans.
The Pennsylvania Marine Corps League state convention is rapidly approaching and the Convention Committee is doing a fine job. They can use your assistance.
If you haven't attended a meeting in a while I hope you will come to meetings this summer. If you know an old member who hasn't been to meetings in a while, please bring that Marine along to a meeting and if you know a Marine who isn't a Nittany Leatherneck please bring him or her
along to a meeting. Over the coming months we will be working in the Centre County area to support Corps and Country and hopefully have some fellowship while doing good.
2015-03-21
The detachment has a lot of things to cover in this coming year and we need all of your support.
See you April 14th and the next detachment meeting
2015-02-25
Nittany Leatherneck Detachment-302
Installation of Officers 2015
Where: Bellefonte Elks Club, 120 West High Street, Bellefonte, PA
When: Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Social Hour: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm with cash bar
Cost: $11.00 per person/Business Casual Attire.
Buffet Dinner
Stuffed Chicken breast
Mashed potatoes w/Gravy
Baked Ham
Green Beans
Fresh salad with Artisan bread
Coffee, iced tea and water
Traditional cake by Tom Stoner
Join us for our annual Installation of Officers ceremony. Members, their spouses and guests are invited and welcome to attend. Reservations and payment must be received no later than March 3rd, 2015. Please make checks payable to Nittany Leatherneck Detachment.
Reservations may be confirmed by contacting:
Debi Baier at 814-359-3078 or email to corps1977@gmail.com. Mail your payment to Marine Corps League, Nittany Leatherneck Det-302, P. O. Box 956, Lemont, PA 16851-0956
2015-01-19
Contact Denny Nau if you would like to serve on this coming years Nittany Leatherneck team and make a difference.
2015-01-03
This year will bring many challenges as we select new officers and prepare for the State convention that is to be held in State College in June along with all our normal activities. We need all of your support what ever that may be. Semper Fi
Bob
2014-12-17
2014-12-03
William H. Klaban
Obituary
William (Bill) Harry Klaban October 18, 1928 November 30, 2014 William "Bill" Harry Klaban, of State College, died peacefully at his beloved home in State College, on Sunday, November 30, 2014. He was 86 years old. He was born on October 18, 1928, in Swissvale, the son of the late William H. Klaban and Christine Ann Quigley. He graduated from Swissvale High School in 1946, where he was president of his junior class. His love for the out of doors grew from his involvement with the Boy Scouts attending and then serving as a scout leader at Camp Twin Echo in Ligonier for many summers. He attained the rank of Eagle Scout at the age of 15. During High School he worked weekends as a masonry laborer for U. S. Steel. After graduation he joined the United States Marine Corp during World War II and developed a lifelong love for his country. Taking advantage of the GI Bill, upon graduation he enrolled at the Pennsylvania State College. As a freshman he entered the first class at Behrend Center in Erie. He spent his sophomore year on the main campus where he earned his liberal arts degree in Advertising and Journalism in 1951. After an internship at the Centre Daily Times during his senior year, his work was recognized and Bill was offered a position as the first full time advertising salesman in Bellefonte. He began work before graduation. Wanting to get some television experience, he joined the Advertising Corporation of America in Pittsburgh. They were the only agency at the time to do live commercials on television. Tiring of the long commutes and missing the serenity of State College to raise his family, he immediately accepted the offer to return to the Centre Daily Times as Advertising Director. He had found and returned to his "Happy Valley". Those were exciting times and the town and paper grew. The daily page average, ten at the time of his directorship, increased to 28. After 29 years of service at the CDT, he bought Hartman's Appliance Store, later known as Klaban's Appliance. Bill's love for his country and community was exemplified in his service to both. He was the volunteer personified. He was an honorary member of Alpha Delta Sigma and Alpha Phi Omega. His love of scouting continued through his adult life in the Boy Scouts of America, Scoutmaster of the Bellefonte A. L. Troop, Cub Master of the Corl Street School Pack, assistant Scoutmaster of St. Paul's Methodist Church (Troop 31) taking them on a one week camping and hiking trip to Philmont Ranch in New Mexico. He served as camping and activities chairman for the Juniata Valley Council and as Neighborhood Commissioner. Bill served as President of the Corl Street PTA and neighborhood Chairman for solicitations for the construction of the original Welch Pool. He was a member of the Alpha Sigma Phi social fraternity and served on its board for 43 years. During those years he received the Delta Beta Xi award for his outstanding work with the students and his dedication to his fraternity. He subsequently served the national fraternity as Grand Province Chief and volunteer Alumni Advisor to five fraternities in the Mid-Atlantic region. Bill was past Commander of the State College American Legion Post 245. He was an active member of both the State College Knights of Columbus Council 4678 and 4th degree member of Our Lady of Victory Assembly 1945. He belonged to the Nittany Leathernecks, Tussey Mountain Ski Club, Centre Hills Country Club, State College Lions Club, State College Elks Lodge, pioneer and life member of the Penn State Alumni Association, Aircraft Owners Pilot Association and Eucharistic Minister. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Jean Condon. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Weston Klaban, to whom he was married for 66 years; his son William H. Klaban III and his wife, Amy Trost, of State College, his daughter, Pamela Lane Schmid of Taos, N.M., and grandson, Cameron Meade Klaban, of State College, all of whom he was very proud. In lieu of gifts or flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Our Lady of Victory School, 800 Westerly Pkwy., State College, PA 16801, for the enhancement of teachers' salaries. Visitation will be from 1 until 3 p.m. and 6 until 8 p.m., on Friday, December 5, 2014, at Koch Funeral Home, 2401 South Atherton Street, State College. Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, December 6, 2014, at Our Lady of Victory, 820 Westerly Pkwy., State College, with Father Neil Dadey officiating. Burial will be in Boalsburg
2014-11-28
Be at the PA Military Museum by 12:30 on December 7, 2014 for the ceremony Remembering Pearl Harbor. The short ceremony starts at 12:45 pm under the guns of the USS Pennsylvania. Speaker will be Capt Bloom USN (ret).
2014-11-01
2014 Nittany Leathernecks Annual Toys for Tots Kick-off Breakfast
Monday, November 17, 8:30 AM
Ramada Inn, 1450 South Atherton Street
State College, PA 16801
The breakfast serves as an opportunity to meet fellow supporters within the community and serves as the official media kick-off for the campaign. Your presence will add to the excitement and
enthusiasm we expect to generate.
Name: _____________________________________ Title:_____________________
Company/organization:_____________________Email: _________________________
Additional attendees:_____________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
Please check one:
I/we will attend
the Toys for Tots Kick-off Breakfast.
I/we will not attend the Kick-off Breakfast but would like to
participate in the 2014 Toys for Tots campaign.
THURS. NOVEMBER 13, 2014 by
1.Mailing this completed form to Gene Weller, c/o Allstate Insurance,
1380 N. Atherton Street, State College, PA 16803, attn. Toys for Tots Breakfast,OR
2.Faxing this completed form to 814.237.3148 attn. Gene Weller,
OR
3.Go green!Email your reply to Elweller@aol.com.
Cost of the breakfast is
$12.00/person
; check or money order (no cash,please)
made out to “Nittany Leathernecks Detachment (MCL T4T)”
may be mailed to the above address in advance or may be paid at the door.
PLEASE REMEMBER:
We are responsible for the reservation set-up with the caterer. If you don’t show up after registering, we must cover that expense out of our limited Toys for Toys budget, which takes away from our program objective and resources. If you need to cancel your registration, please call Gene Weller at 234-9831
2014-10-07
Nittany Leathernecks Marine Corps League 2014
239th Birthday Celebration
Monday, November 10, 2014
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Social hour
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Buffet dinner
Centre Hall American Legion.
$16.00 per person, which includes tax and gratuity.
We’ll enter from the rear of the building having access to an elevator for wheelchairs into the bottom floor banquet room.
• Meat & cheese platter, vegetable platter w/dip and fruit platter w/dip.
• Meats: Roast Beef and Butter Herb Chicken.
• Buttered Redskins Potato.
• Vegetables: Green Beans and California Blend (broccoli, cauliflower and carrots).
• Tossed Salad with assorted dressings, rolls with butter.
• Cost includes coffee, water and iced tea
• Thomas Stoner, one of our league members, will bake our “traditional” cake;
Where: Centre Hall American Legion, 2928 Penns Valley Pike, Centre Hall
RSVP TO:
Bob Johnson
763 Devonshire Dr.
State College, PA 16803
814-234-7249 or karbob64@comcast.net
Name: __________________________ Phone # _____________________
Name (Guest) ________________________________________________
Reservations with payment required by October 31, 2014. Please make checks out to Nittany Leathernecks
2014-09-25
Jack Bechdel
Jack Irvin Bechdel February 6, 1941 September 25, 2014 Jack Irvin Bechdel, 73, of Bellefonte, died Thursday, September 25, 2014, at the James E. VanZandt Medical Center at Altoona. He was born February 6, 1941 in Howard, a son of the late Charles Irvin and Rebecca Jane James Bechdel. On December 29, 1962 he married Donna J. Noll who survives at home. Mr. Bechdel was a Viet Nam War Veteran having served with the U. S. Marine Corps in active duty for more than ten years. Following his discharge, he started his own business as a painting contractor known as J. Bechdel Painting. He loved his country and community, and was always devoting time to the causes he believed in including
Relay For Life
and Special Olympics. He was extremely proud of his service in the Marines. He was a member of the Nittany Leather Necks Branch of the Marine Corps League having served as Commandant, and was part of the Devil Dogs Attachment. He also served as a state representative for the Marine Corps League, and was active in the scouting program and the Toys for Tots program. Mr. Bechdel also spent a considerable amount of time helping to keep the VA Hospital viable in Altoona and was instrumental in bringing the VA Medical Center to State College. His other veteran's affiliations included the VFW Post 1600, and the American Legion Post 0033 both in Bellefonte. Jack was a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks Lodge 1094 in Bellefonte, where he had served as Exalted Ruler for two terms. He was an avid golfer and a former member of the Nittany Country Club. Surviving him in addition to his wife Donna are two sons, Jack I. Bechdel II of Bellefonte and C. Dean Bechdel (Deana) of Philipsburg; seven grandchildren, Nikkita, Kylie -Lynne, Joshua, Carson, Caitlyn, Carle Bechdel and Erica Confer; a brother Donavan Bechdel (Beverly) of Virginia Beach, VA; a sister-in-law Nancy Neal of Sanford, NC; his former daughter-in-law, Tina Bechdel of Bellefonte and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Harold Confair, and a granddaughter Hope Bechdel. Friends will be received from 5 - 8 p. m. Monday, September 29, 2014 at Mark D. Heintzelman Funeral and Cremation Service, 1034 Benner Pike, State College, and from 10 - 11 am Tuesday, September 30, 2014. An honorary Elks service will be conducted at 8:00 p. m. Monday at the funeral home. Military honors will be provided by the Nittany Leather Necks, VFW Post 1600, and the Marine Honor Corps. The funeral will be at 11:00 am Tuesday, September 30, 2014 with the Reverend Daniel Selvage officiating. Burial will be in Centre County Memorial Park, State College, PA. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made or to Toys for Tots, 1380 N. Atherton St., State College, 16803. An on line guest book can be signed or condolences sent to the family at www.heintzelmanfuneralhome.com.
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2014-08-14
Dallas K. Lykens
Dallas K. Lykens October 20, 1928 August 14, 2014 Dallas K. Lykens, 85, of Bellefonte, passed away Thursday, August 14, 2014, at Centre Crest. A son of the late George and Margaret (Pringle) Lykens, he was born on October 20, 1928, in Port Matilda. He was married to the former Elizabeth Davis, who preceded him in death in 1999. Dallas attended both the Port Matilda and Altoona School System. He had worked as a truck driver for the Youngtown Cartage Company, in Ohio. Dallas served in the U.S. Marines Corps during the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Port Matilda Methodist Church. He was a 65 year member of the State College Masonic Lodge, member of the Order of Eastern Star, State College Chapter #388, the Williamsport Consistory, Jaffa Mosque, Sons of the American Revolution, the Port Matilda Odd Fellows, the past commandant of the Nittany Leathernecks Marine Corps League in State College, and a Marine Devil Dog. He presented the Marine Corps Ka-Barr to those achieving the rank of Eagle Scout for over 25 years. He served many years gathering Toys for Tots for the Marine Corps League. Dallas was Mayor of Port Matilda for two terms. He is survived by two daughters: Betsy Lykens (Greg Sampsell) of Julian, Ann Campbell (Michael) of Florida; one son, Keith Lykens (Jamie) of Paso Robles, CA; along with three brothers: Johnson Lykens of Florida, Gregory Lykens of Bellefonte, and Mike Lykens of Colorado. Dallas is also survived by seven grandchildren: Lindsey and Marley Sampsell, Anthony Palmieri, Casey and Colin Dunn, Ceraye Campbell and Colure Caulfield; two great-grandchildren: Shane Beggs and Kylie Phouthamang. In addition to his wife and parents, Dallas was preceded in death by two sisters: Sondra Weisbach and Wanda Johnson; along with one brother, Blair Lykens. A public graveside service will be held Monday, August 18, 2014, at 11:00 AM, at the Port Matilda Cemetery, Port Matilda. Family and friends will be received at Betsy's home at 335 Julian Pike, Julian, PA 16844, after the services. In lieu of flowers contributions may be sent to the Marine Corp League Toys for Tots, in care of Nittany Leathernecks, PO Box 956, Lemont, Pa 16851. Arrangements are under the direction of Wetzler Funeral Service, Inc., Bellefonte. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.wetzlerfuneralhome.com.
2014-08-05
Thanks to all the Marines that helped with the parking detail our main yearly fund raiser. Hope you can help next year.
Semper Fi
2014-07-18
Enjoy camaraderie and friendship in this test of mini-golf skills. $5.00 for members and $10.00 for guest.
Contact Joe by July 25 at jhorvath@pa.gov
2014-06-13
We need support parking cars in the upper parking lot of the PA Military Museum. That is the lot in back of the Museum. We are requesting your help so if you would look at the parking sign up sheet in the June newsletter and see if you could provide time in the empty slots. contact Commandant Marty Kaschalk
814-383-2718
mkvv6667@gmail.com
2014-05-21
D. Brent Pasquinelli has booked a 33 passenger coach to Arlington, VA for the Col. Russell service. Departing is at 630 am from the Ramada Inn State College....July 16th. Returning around 8 pm. The cost $46.00 per person.
RSVP...As soon as possible.
Thanks,
D. Brent Pasquinelli
Chief of Political Operations
PO Box 1112
State College, PA 16804
Phone: 814.769.6154
2014-04-13
2014-04-06
2014-03-23
Join your detachment for some bowling fun and friendship at Northland Bowling Lanes in State College on March 28th at 6PM
2014-02-28
We will be installing the 2014 officers at the Bellefonte Elks in Bellefonte at 6PM. A buffet dinner will be served for $14.00 a person. Contact Marty Kaschalk at 814-383-2718 or e mail him at martin.kaschalk@yahoo.com
2014-02-25
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2014-01-30
Come out to the meeting at the Bellefonte Elks and vote in the people you would like to lead our Detachment for the coming year and/or nominate some one for one of the offices.
2013-12-22
We will be looking for members to step up and support the detachment by serving as an officer. Only you can make a difference in the future of the Nittany Leathernecks. Think about serving.
2013-11-13
The site is nearly completed. Please review the webpages and let the Det Leadership know if anything needs to be updated, corrected, or if you have any suggestions for the new site.
2013-11-12
The meeting at the Bellefonte Elks will start at 7:30pm with dinner starting at 6:30pm at a cost of $10.00. This is the last meeting of the year.
2013-11-11
Dinner is served at 6:30pm at a cost of $10.00 and the meeting will start at 7:30pm. This is the last meeting this year
2013-06-08
We need some more people to step up and help with the parking detail, contact Marty kaschalk, Dallas Lykens, CE Whitehill, Lee Shields or Bob Johnson if you can gives us some time.
2013-05-28
The Nittany Leathernecks are Officials for the Track and Field event of the 2013 Pennsylvania Special Olympics to be held June 6 thru June 8, 2012.
Thursday??s schedule of events start at or around Noon, officials should be there by 12PM to help set up, Friday and Saturday Events Start at 8:00a.m. The Special Olympics Committee relies on the Marines because they get the job done. Let us as Marines and family support this event to give these Special Olympians the best time they have ever had and have fun doing it. You can make a difference
If you have any questions contact Bob Johnson at 234-7249 or e mail me at karbob64@comcast.net.
The Track and Field is located off Porter Rd and Hastings Rd.
Semper Fi
2013-05-11
MAY 2013
Marine Corps League
P.O. Box 956
Lemont, PA 16851
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0956
2013 League Event Calendar
May 14
Regular meeting at Bellefonte Elks
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1930
May 14
Scholarship ticket sales conclude
May 14
Turn in ALL scholarship applications for review
May 25
Memorial Day flag placement at Spring Creek
Cemetery
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0900
May 27
Memorial Day Barricade Duty in Boalsburg
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0730
Memorial Day Courthouse Ceremony in
Bellefonte
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1030
Memorial Day Parade in Boalsburg
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1700
2013-04-10
May 25
Memorial Day flag placement at Spring Creek - 0900
Cemetery
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May 27
Memorial Day Barricade Duty in Boalsburg - 0730
Memorial Day Courthouse Ceremony in
Bellefonte - 1030
Memorial Day Parade in Boalsburg - 1700
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2013-03-26
Because of the snow storm on March 18, 2013 the Installation of officers and dinner was canceled. Later that week Past Commandant Gene Weller Installed Glenn Moyer as Commandant and on April 9, 2013 Marty Kaschalk will install the remaining officers.
2013-02-16
If you are planning on attending the installation of officers please contact Debi by March 8th and send your money in to the Nittany Leathernecks, PO Box 956 Lemont PA 16851
On March 22nd Commandant Glenn Moyer will present the Colonel Gerald F. Russell Leadership Award to Staff Sgt. Jesse Matteson at the ROTC service awards ceremony.
2013-01-10
This is a chance for the membership of the Nittany Leathernecks Detachment to vote there selection of a new slate of Officers for the coming year. Come out to the meeting on Feb. 12, 2013 and vote.
Bowling for fun is scheduled for Feb, 1st from 7 - 9pm Friday at the State College bowling alley on Martin Street. Contact Debi if you are planning on joining us for an evening of fun
2013-01-01
This year we have some new changes coming up. CE Whitehill will be running the meetings in Jan and Feb while Glenn Moyer is out of town. Please come out and support the detachment as we select new officers for the coming year and plan to help in some of the detachment community projects.
Semper Fi
2012-09-10
The Nittany Leathernecks have two events scheduled for October Day of Caring on October 4 at the State College Food Bank, contact Bob Johnson AT 234-7249 if you are interested in helping out this year, it always turns out to be a day of great satisfaction for all who are in need within the community We need at least 6 people. The Tussey Mountain Ultra marathon is scheduled for October 21 at Whipples Dam. Contact Glenn Moyer at 383-4721.
2012-06-30
2012 NITTANY LEATHERECK ANNUAL PICNIC
This year we have moved the annual Nittany Leathernecks picnic to Sunday August 12, 2012 at 3:00pm. One of the reasons we picked this day is the museum is providing Tours of the 28th infantry Division Shrine and its History. The tour will discuss the evolution of site from a private training ground, an active duty cavalry post, officers club, to national shrine. Archival movies of an officer??s reunion in 1927 will be shown in museum theatre immediately following the tour. The tour will start at the museum entrance at around 5:15pm.
As always your detachment will provide the hotdogs, burgers, drinks , plates and condiments all we ask is you bring a covered dish. We have in the past had a great selection of some really great food. Come on out to the PA Military Museum pavilion for fun good food and learn a little history complements of Joe Horvath.
Contact Gene Weller 237-2107 or Bob Johnson 234-7249 with any questions and how many are planning on joining us.
2012-06-15
2012 NITTANY LEATHERNECK ANNUAL PICNIC
This year we have moved the annual Nittany Leathernecks picnic to Sunday August 12, 2012 at 3:00pm. One of the reasons we picked this day is the museum is providing Tours of the 28th infantry Division Shrine and its History. The tour will discuss the evolution of site from a private training ground, an active duty cavalry post, officers club, to national shrine. Archival movies of an officer??s reunion in 1927 will be shown in museum theatre immediately following the tour. The tour will start at the museum entrance at around 5:15pm.
As always your detachment will provide the hotdogs, burgers, drinks , plates and condiments all we ask is you bring a covered dish. We have in the past had a great selection of some really great food. Come on out to the PA Military Museum pavilion for fun good food and learn a little history complements of Joe Horvath.
Contact Gene Weller 237-2107 or Bob Johnson 234-7249 with any questions and how many are planning on joining us.
2012-06-11
We need more people to help with this years parking detail from July 12th through July 15th. It is an easy job this year as we have the back lot behind the museum. Please call Bob with your support of a few hours of your time. Thanks.
Semper Fi
234-7249
2012-05-28
The Nittany Leathernecks have again been asked to be officials for the field events starting at 1pm Thursday June 7th and on Friday and Saturday June 8 and June 9 we start at 0800. Just come out to the Penn State Track and you will find us in the center of the field.
See you all there.
Semper Fi
2012-02-22
The installation dinner will be held at the Bellefonte Elks at 6:30PM on March 13, 2012 followed by the installing of the new officers. The cost of the dinner is $16.00 per person. Contact Bob Johnson for more details or to make dinner reservations by March 5, 2012 at 234-7249.
Semper Fi
2012-01-10
It is time for the members of the Nittany Leathernecks Detachment to step up and support the operations with your active participation in becoming an officer. With a strong team we can do much in support of the community we live in. Remember, many hands make the task go fast and easy. Please think about becoming an Officer this year or in the future.
Semper Fi
Bob Johnson
2011-10-03
As we begin our busiest time of the year, a few dates to remember are: United Way Day of Caring is October 6. Then we have the Lt. Murphy dinner on Oct 13 at the Elks in State College honoring our own Colonel Russell as the recipient of the Distinguished Citizen Award. Remember that General Conway (Ret) will be the guest speaker; he is the 34th Commandant of the Marine Corps. Our 236th birthday cake cutting ceremony is November 10 at Celebration Hall. Please remember to RSVP to Marty NLT Nov 4th. Tussey Mountainback 50 mile Relay/Ultra-Marathon is Sunday, October 23 at Whipples Dam again, a good time will be had by all! Promise. In November we begin our Toys for Tots effort at the Penn Stater with the kick-off breakfast at the Ramada Inn on November 14 at 0730. In mentioning all the above upcoming activities, remember, ??Many hands make light work?. Step up to the plate and get involved.
See the October 2011 newsletter for more details.
2011-09-12
WE HAVE 2 MAIN PROJECTS IN SUPPORT OF DAY OF CARING. ONE IS IN BELLEFONTE SORTING STUFF FOR SPECIAL OLYMPICS, NEED 4 PEOPLE, GLENN MOYER WILL HEAD UP THAT GROUP CALL HIM AT 383-4721. THE OTHER IS PAINTING THE STEP AND INSIDE FLOOR OF THE STATE COLLEGE FOOD BANK BOB JOHNSON WILL HEAD UP THIS PROJECT 234-7249
2011-06-14
2011 Nittany Leathernecks Detachment annual picnic will be held August 13, 2011 starting at 12 noon at the Pennsylvania Military Museum in Boalsburg, PA. The pavilion is located on the left side of the main parking area. The detachment will provide hamburgers, hotdogs, sausage, condiments, drinks, and table ware. We are asking you all to bring a covered dish of you choice like side dish, desert, salad ?.
Please come and join other members, family and friends of the Nittany leathernecks and think about bring other non member Marines and FMF Corpsman.
Regards,
The Picnic Committee
2011-05-26
The 2011 Pennsylvania Special Olympics will be held from June 9 thru June 11, 2011.
Thursday??s schedule of events start at 1PM, officials should be there by 12PM to help set up,
Open Pit Prelims for: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Pit Check In.
Mini Jav Jr. & Sr. (All)
Softball Throw (All) ?? Prelim
Standing Long Jump (All) ?? Prelim
Pentathlon ?? Long Jump (All)
4:00p.m. All Competition Ends for the Day
Friday and Saturday Events Start at 8:00a.m.
On Friday and Saturday lunch will be provided. You do not have to be there for the full time period, any time you can help will be great. Lets support these Olympians with a good showing this year. The events are being setup a little different this year and the group from Pittsburgh id coming in on Thursday so we only have Field events. If you have any questions contact me at 234-7249 or e mail me at karbob64@verizon.net.
The Track and Field is located off Porter Rd and Hastings Rd.
Semper Fi
2011-04-10
The 2011 Pennsylvania Special Olympics will be held from June 9 thru June 11, 2011.
Thursday??s schedule of events start at 1PM, officials should be there by 12PM to help set up,
Open Pit Prelims for: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM Pit Check In.
Mini Jav Jr. & Sr. (All)
Softball Throw (All) ?? Prelim
Standing Long Jump (All) ?? Prelim
Pentathlon ?? Long Jump (All)
4:00p.m. All Competition Ends for the Day
Friday and Saturday Events Start at 8:00a.m.
On Friday and Saturday lunch will be provided. You do not have to be there for the full time period, any time you can help will be great. Lets support these Olympians with a good showing this year. The events are being setup a little different this year and the group from Pittsburgh id coming in on Thursday so we only have Field events. If you have any questions contact me at 234-7249 or e mail me at karbob64@verizon.net.
The Track and Field is located off Porter Rd and Hastings Rd.
Semper Fi
2011-03-21
JACK BECHDEL IS THE NEW COMMANDANT OF THE NITTANY LEATHERNECKS, WE HAVE A BIG SUMMER COMING UP AND NEED YOUR HELP.
* MEMORIAL DAY COLOR GUARD AND BOALSBURG GATE DUTY (FUND RAISER)
* JULY PEOPLES CHOICE PARKING DETAIL, WE HAVE THE BIG LOWER LOT SO HELP IS NEEDED.
* PENNSYLVANIA SPECIAL OLYMPICS IN JUNE.
2011-02-09
The election of 2011 officers for the Nittany Leathenecks was held on Feb 8, 2011 the elected officers are:
Commandant - Jack Bechdel
Sr. Vice - Glenn Moyer
Jr. Vice - Gerry Lyons
Adjutant - Debi Baier
Paymaster - Diane Grieb
Judge Advocate - James Snyder
Sgt at Arms - Kyle Bohmann
Chaplain - John Borders
Please plane to come to the installation on March 15th and support the new team. Contact Marty Kaschalk at 383-2718 or Bob Johnson 234-7249 if plan on coming as we need a head count. See the last news letter for details.
2011-01-12
WE NEED ALL MEMBERS SUPPORT FOR THIS ELECTION AND IT IS TIME FOR SOME NEW BLOOD TO STEP UP TO THE PLATE. NO OFFICER EVER GOES IT ALONE AS YOU WILL HAVE THE SUPPORT OF YOUR CURRENT OFFICERS AND OFFICERS FROM THE PAST. IT IS TIME TO SERVE.
SEMPER FI
2010-12-22
MARK YOUR CALANDER FOR THE FIRST DETACHMENT MEETING OF 2021, JANUARY 11. START THE NEW YEAR OFF BY COMING OUT AND RENEW YOUR FRIENDSHIP WITH OTHER MARINES.
SEMPER FI
2010-11-29
Contact Gene Weller 234-9831 if you can help.
2010-11-16
2010-10-02
ATTENTION***ATTENTION***ATTENTION
" Due to unforeseen circumstances, I will be out of town the first full week of November. I am urging all who are planning on attending the event to please send
their reservation, along with payment, to me as soon as possible. I will be out of town from Oct 29TH through November 7TH.
EVENT CO-COORDINATOR
SGT-AT ARMS MARTY KASCHALK
383-2718
2010-09-16
We will be meeting at the Penn State Baseball field at 7:30 for breakfest and from there get our assigned work duty. We do not have the State College foodbank this your as they did not request any help. Contact Bob Johnson for further updates at 234-7249
2010-08-19
Meeting starts at 19:30 but if you would like to join other Marines for dinner come at 18:30. The Elks of Bellefonte put on a great meal for us and it is only $10.00. See you Tuesday September 14, 2010
2010-07-12
THIS YEARS PICNIC IS AGAIN AT THE PENNSYLVANIA MILITARY MUSEUM IN BOALSBURG AT THE PAVALON ON THE MAIN PARKING AREA. THE DETACHMENT PROVIDES HAMBERGERS AND HOT DOGS ALONG WITH DRINKS AND ALL PAPER WORKS. YOU ARE ONLY REQUESTED TO BRING A COVERED DISH TO SHARE WITH OTHERS. COME AND JOIN US FOR A TIME OF TELLING GOOD AND NOT SO GOOD WAR STORIES. AUGUST 14, 2010 AT NOON. CONTACT BOB JOHNSON 234-7249 OR GENE WELLER 234-9831 (W) 237-2107 (H)
2010-06-13
This year the Leathernecks have the upper parking lot at the museum. The sign up schedule was in your last newsletter and has been updated sence that was sent out. If you want a current schedule contact Bob Johnson and he will e mail you the latest or call him at 234-7249. Remember this is our biggest fund raiser for the year.
Semper Fi
2010-05-10
This year the 2010 Pennsylvania Special Olympics will be held on Thursday June 10th starting at noon and on Friday June 11th and Saturday June 12th from 8am till 4pm. We will again be Officals for the Track and Field events. The Track is located off Porter Road behind the JoePa Multi Sprots Center. Call Bob Johnson for more details at 234-7249
2010-04-18
HELP SUPPORT THE DETACHMENT AND GET YOUR TICKETS FOR A GREAT CHICKEN DINNER FOR ONLY $8.00. BOY SCOUT TROOPS 66 & 370 ARE HELPING AND COOKING THE DINNERS. CALL JERRY LYONS TODAY AT 355-3974 TO GET YOUR TICKETS
2010-03-27
The detachment needs your support as we plan for the up coming years events. There will be many options for you to help out the detactment and the community. Think about bringing a new Marine to the meeting. The Nittany Leathernecks needs your support as we move into the future. Some of the senior Marines have had to slow down on there support so we the next generation need to step up to the plate.
Semper Fi.
2010-02-16
The Installation of Officers will take place on March 16, 2010 at the Bellefonte Elks. Contact Marty Kaschalk at 814-383-2718 by March 9th if you plan to attend.
2010-01-12
Mark your calenders for Feb 9, 2010 as we elect a new slate of officers fpr the 2010/2011 year. Then on March 16, 2010 we will hold our installation of officers. Come and be a part of this event in support of new officers.
2009-12-14
We will have an informal meeting this Dec. 15th at the Pennstater while doing Toys For Tots stuff. The next formal meeting is scheduled for Jan. 12, 2010 at the Bellefonte Elks. We are handing out Youth Scholarship tickets so please pick up some. We will be mailing out to all who have not picked up some.
Bob
2009-11-16
Click on the Toys For Tots icon on the home page for detailed information and schedules for 2009 Centre County Toys For tots
2009-09-30
This years Marine Corps Birthday Celebration will be held on Tuesday November 10, 2009 at Celebration Hall. Call Marty Kaschalk for reservations and the October Newsletter for details
2009-08-27
WE WILL AGAIN BE WORKING AT THE STATE COLLEGE FOOD BANK. DON'T FORGET THE MORNING BREAKFEST. MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW AND IN THE OCTOBER NEWSLETTER
2009-07-06
The annual Detachment picnic on Saturday August 22nd from noon to 5 PM at the picnic area of the PA Military Museum. The detachment will provide meats, beverages, and plates, cups, etc. The members are asked to bring casseroles, salads, or deserts. This is also a great time of the year to meet fellow Marines and if appropriate to invite them to join our Detachment. Come one come all and have fun also see the new USS Pennsylvania 14 inch Guns.
2009-06-07
This years Peoples Choice Arts Fest starts on Thursday July 9, 2009 and ends Sunday July 12, 2009. We need parkers to help with the big lower/main parking lot. At thhis time we need the most help with Saturday and Sunday. Please contact Bob Johnson 234-7249 or e mail karbob64@verizon.net
Thanks,
Semper Fi.
2009-05-28
This years Special Olymoics starts on Thursday at 12 noon June 4th and starts at 8am Friday and Saturday. Because of a cost cutting shorter schedule they have scheduled more event for Thursday so we need extra help in the afternoon. Please contact me if you plan to come or just show up at the Penn State Track. The Col. plans to be there so lets show our support.
Semper Fi,
Bob Johnson 234-7249
2009-04-01
The first fund raiser of the new year is again the standing of the guard at the various gates in Boalsburg on Memorial Day May 26, 2009. Lew Davidson again said he would head up this effort so please contact him if you can help.
2009-02-19
Tuesday March 24, 2009 is this years Installation of the Nittany Leathernecks 2009 officers. This year marks a first as the new Commandant will be Diane Grieb the first Female Commandant. The Installation will be held at 1800 at the Bellefonte Elks. Contact Marky Kachalk and support your Detachment on this special day.
2009-01-30
Come to the February 2009 Monthly meeting and elect your new 2009 officers for the Nittany Leathernecks, See the next newsletter for list of current nominations.
This is a new test line...
2008-09-05
Sail onboard Carnival Cruise Line's beautiful ship the Carnival Legend for an exotic Western Caribbean cruise Feb 1-9, 2009. You will fly from Baltimore, MD to Tampa, FL. The ship departs from Tampa, FL with stops in Grand Cayman Islands, Cozumel, Meixco, Belize, and the Roatan Islands. Contact Shelley Vaughan E-Travco 814-272-3345 for more details or WIN a trip for two on the same cruise with additional prizes of cash, gas, or beef. See any member of the detachment for more information.
2008-06-15
We are looking for Marines and family to help with this years Peoples Choice parking detail. We have the upper lot this year. Contact Jack Bechdel 355-3367 or Bob Johnson 234-7249 for dates and times needing your support
2008-06-07
Come join members and family for a fun day picnic being held again this year at the PA Military Musium. Check your news letter for details and contact Gene Weller or Bob Johnson to let them know if you can attend and how many will come. Date August 16, 2008 Time 12 Noon.
2008-02-10
In review... Thanks to the great support of Centre County residents, business and non-profit organizations, the many challenges of the 2007 Centre County Toys for Tots campaign were met. For the first time, due to the unprecedented needs of the community for food assistance, food items were also requested of those attending the wrapping sessions as well as at workplaces throughout the county. In addition, weather played an issue as schools were closed during one of the wrapping days and the final clean-up was moved up a day due to another projected major storm. As a recap, the following milestones were met: (1) 1778 needy children identified by the seven county food banks and the PA State Police with their Foster Child Program received four toys per child; (2) An additional 839 children were provided four toys per child between the food banks cut-off date and December 22nd at the ?last minute needs? site after comparing the names from the food bank lists. This was also the first year that there was a sufficient amount of food donations that food was able to be provided to all in need, along with toys at this site; (3) The remaining items were dispersed among 16 Centre County social service agencies to help with their program needs and were used by approximately 3150 children; (4) Nearly 250 businesses and groups supported our countywide effort for 2007; (5) There was more than 200 drop-off points around the county; (6) Approximately 700 people came out to help wrap and label the toys over four wrapping sessions.
13,000 toys were collected, sorted, wrapped, labeled, re-sorted, bagged, and transported to the distribution points. Businesses, churches, youth groups, scout troops, campus groups and departments, fire companies, Penn State Navy ROTC, and the Marines and their families of the Nittany Leathernecks all worked in concert to provide some "hope" to children in our community who might have lost "hope" if not for this community effort. I am proud of this community and what it can accomplish for the less-fortunate in our midst. Thank you again for your support and we look forward to having your assistance in 2008. Semper Fi, Gene Weller, Chairman, Centre County Toys for Tots Program
2007-08-26
Public News Release 2007-02
26 August 2007
The Nittany Leathernecks are pleased to announce that the president of The Pennsylvania State University, Dr. Graham Spanier, will be Honorary Chairperson for the 2007 Centre County Toys for Tots campaign effort. Through the years Penn State has provided the critical support necessary to help make the program the success it has become. It is therefore fitting that Dr. Spanier honor us with his support on this 20th anniversary of the local program effort.
The Centre County Toys for Tots program currently supports 3000+ economically disadvantaged children ranging in ages from infant through young adults. The program is designed to bring the community together in an offer of hope to those less fortunate.
Dr. Spanier will be the guest speaker at the annual kick-off breakfast, which will be held Monday, 19 November at the State College Ramada Inn Conference Center (1450 S. Atherton St.). The event will begin promptly 0830.
For more information about the Centre County Toys for Tots Program, and the kick-off breakfast, please contact Gene Weller (Chairman, Centre County Toys for Tots) at 814-234-9831 or Greg Johnson (Vice Chairman, Centre County Toys for Tots) at 865-8207.
2007-08-25
Public News Release 2007-01
25 August 2007
The Nittany Leathernecks Detachment of the Marine Corps League hosted a private dinner in honor of Sergeant David Emery, USMC. A trust, established in his name, was announced at the dinner.
In recognition and appreciation of his bravery and personal sacrifice, citizens, associations and businesses throughout Centre County (and beyond) have made generous contributions to a trust fund that has been established for Sergeant Emery. Emery was critically wounded earlier this year while serving his country in Iraq. A native of Bellefonte, Sergeant Emery will be returning to his hometown following extensive rehabilitation efforts at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C.
With the donated funds received, the Marine Corps League's Nittany Leathernecks (an incorporated non-profit veteran community service organization) established a legal trust fund that will provide financial assistance to Emery and his family during his challenging transition back into the civilian community. Anticipated financial demands include immediate needs such as health, comfort, and maintenance. Within the trust, a 529 education plan has been established for the education of his infant daughter and any future children. An oversight board consisting of Marine Corps League members, professional legal, financial and accounting services, will administer the trust.
President Calvin Coolidge once noted that "The Nation which forgets its defenders will itself be forgotten."
On behalf of Sergeant David Emery, the Nittany Leathernecks wish to express their sincere gratitude for the outstanding generosity received from both within Centre County, as well as from across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and throughout the United States. We are thankful for the support of Americans who have honored the courage and sacrifice of David Emery, Sergeant of Marines.
Sergeant Emery continues to face significant challenges in his recovery process. The Nittany Leathernecks encourage continued support of the trust fund. Friends of Sergeant Emery can send check or money order donations made out to Nittany Leathernecks (memo: Sgt Emery Fund). Send donations to:
Nittany Leathernecks Detachment
Attn: Sgt. Emery Fund
PO Box 956
Lemont, PA 16851-0956
The Nittany Leathernecks are an incorporated 501 4(c) organization. All contributions are tax deductible. For more information, contact
Martin Kaschalk at 814-383-2718 or
Glenn Moyer at 814-383-4721.
The detachment wishes to thank the following generous donors. Unless noted otherwise, donor listed are from Centre County, Pennsylvania. For privacy reasons, individual donors from cities outside Centre County, within Pennsylvania, are noted as ?PA? only. Donors from outside Pennsylvania are noted by state only.................... Hugh & Kathy Aberman (PA); Mona Adams; Darryl & Wanda Adams; Philip & Faye Adams; John Allar, Stephen & Linda Allen (TX); Allegheny Valley Marine Corps League Detachment #827 (Tarentum, PA); American Legion Auxiliary Howard Gardner Post #281 (Tyrone, PA); American Legion Post #773 (Erie, PA); American Legion Post #245; American Legion Auxiliary Nittany Post #245; American Legion Post #444; American Legion Post #799 (York, PA); William Ammerman; Al Anderson; Daniel Anderson (CA); David & Eleanor Anderson; Dennis & Cindy Anderson; Darwin & Michaele Anderson (TN); Kevin Andrews; Allyson Andrews; Charles Antle; Matthew & Debra Antos; John & Dorothy Auman; William & Norma Ayoub; Axemann Ladies Aide Axemann United Methodist Church; Azalea Charities (VA); Bald Eagle Grange #151; Eugene Banker; Charles Barklow; Ronald & Amy Barnes; Russell & Robin Barton; Robert & Janet Baum (CT); Joseph & Carol Beahan ( PA); Myron & Sara Bechdel; Mark & Catherine Biega; Joseph & Antoinette Beigle; Carl & Carol Belin (PA); Dorothy Bellissimo; John & Kelly Benedict (PA); Don & Fern Benner; Eleanor Benner; Clare & Jane Becker; Bellefonte Elks Club; Bellefonte Lions Club; Tom, Mary Ann, Tom & Mike Bender; Milton & Elizabeth Bergstein; David Bertocchi; Richard & Elizabeth Betts; James & Evelyn Bird; Jim & Amanda Bishop; Barbara Bonta; James Boone; Robert & Nancy Boozer; Thomas & Mary Borkovec; George & Evelyn Bowes (PA); Robert & Mary Bostian; Ronald & Nancy Bostian; Myron & Esther Bowersox; Alice Boyer; Jessica Bradley; Michael Brand; Beatrice Brace; Irene & Lisa Brenish; Mary Breon; Rufus & Alice Breon; Gretchen Brewer (MD); Timothy & Sharon Brickley (PA); William & Gloria Briggs; David Brown; George & Milena Bucek; Patrick Buchanan; Larry & Pat Burch (TX); Joe & Diane Burns (PA); Victor & Sharon Burns (PA); Arnold & Debra Burrows; Peter Burdon (FL); Paul & Patricia Byrne; Martin Cameron; Victor Campbell; Erskine & Wilhelmina Cash; James Castleberry (TX); Carl & Doreen Catlin (CA); Bernard & Margherita Cantorna; Suzanne Carson; Ruth Carter; Pauline Cella; Ben & Georgene Cero (PA); Tatiana Chang (HI); Mark Chaplin; Kevin & Suzanne Cheesebrough; Charles & Joan Chiarotti; Chicago Rivet & Machine Company (PA); Kenneth & Susan Clegg; Frank Clemson; Harold & Molly Clouser; Coal Cracker Detachment Marine Corps League (Minerville, PA); Ronald & Hope Coder; Mark Cohen (CA); Eugene & Mary Cole (VA); David & Virginia Colley; Karl Colyer; Conemaugh Valley Marine Corps League Detachment (Johnstown, PA); Hilda Conaway; Mikelle Cook (WA); Sally & Karen Cook; Stephanie Cooper; Ed & Dorothy Corbett; Mary Costello (PA); Sarah Costulas; Marcia Courter; Frank & Donna Courter; Vernon & Barbara Crawford; Steve, Karen, Cameron, Gordon & Bill Culton (CT); Frederick Cutler (PA); Shirley Dann; Irene MacConnell-Davinroy; Janice Denison; Thomas Dougherty (PA); Charles & Karen Day; John & Shirley Deangelo (MD); Anthony & Maria Degleris; James DeLong; Edward & Valarie Dench; Steven Derrick; Pat & Teresa De Martino (VA); Adam Deveney (PA); Susan Dicklitch (PA); Susan DiLembo; Robert Dively (PA); Richard & Nancy Dixon; Arnold Doden; Charles & Barbara Doland; Francis Donaldson (IL); Edwin & Dolores Donovan; Duane & Dolorth Doty; Wayne & Phyllis Driebelbis; Dubois VFW Post #813 Ladies Auxiliary (Dubois, PA); Roger & Margaret Dupre (PA); Chris & Sherry Dwyer; Robert Dreibelbis; Joseph & Carole Dzonyicsak; Robert & Jeannette Eberhart; Peter & Kathy Ebling; Donna Eck; Robert Elder (PA); Jason & Judith Elliott (TX); Todd & Julia Erdley; Sandra Evans; James & Linda Everhart; Joe & Gail Fao; Ferguson Township Lions Club; Fred & Joan Ferguson; Thomas & Norene Ferris; Kurtis Fechtmeyer (CA); Gladys Fetzer; Reba Fisher (NJ); William & Paulette Fitzgerald; Andrew Fiddes (GA); Michael & Shelley Flynn (TX); Martha Freeman; Ronald & Yvonne Foflygen; Jessen Forster (NY); H.J. & Sandra Foulkrod; Daniel & Denise Foynes (NY); Mary Frantz; Fraternal Order of Eagles (Aerie #4320); Charlie & Doris Frey (PA); James Furgison; Charles & Kathleen Gahagan (SC); Merle & Sally Gamble; David & Mary Gaydik (PA); John & A.E. Geary; Kim Geiger; Joyce Gilmore; Marshall Goldstein; Ronald & Cynthia Golemboski; Harold & Alice Goodwin; Barbara Gotwalt; Delano & Monica Graff; Jacob & Kim Graham; Great Island Presbyterian Church (PA); Ray Green (CA); Randy & Lillian Greene; Innocenzio & Barbara Grignano; David & Karen Grine; Ardell Gross; Ronald & Wanda Guenot; Stephen Gulley (OK); Paul & Janet Gulzar (PA); Albert & Beverly Hagg; Paul & Twila Haines; Frank & Rosalie Halderman; Phillip McCartney & Patricia Hall; Bill & Mary Anne Hanelly; Kristina Hahn; Michael & Martha Hanyak (PA); Hanson Aggregates; Gregory & Chari Hart (HI); William Hart (MA); Harris Township Maintenance Crew; Patrick & Jennifer Hawbaker; Jean Hawthorne; Robert & Bonnie Hall (WI); Halfmoon Christian Fellowship Church; Henry & Judy Haranin; Allen & Verna Harpster; Brian & Jodi Heaton; Max & Phyllis Heiss; Heather Heiss (GA); James & Amy Herberg; Craig & Junnie Heverly; Robert & Sandra Hill; Robert Hoffman; Connie Horne; Bob Hull (PA); Elwood & Carolyn Hatley; Bruce & Susan Heim; Heather Heiss; Tom & Deb Hilands; Christine Hillebrand; Beth Hilling (OH); Carol Hine; Roger & Sheri Hoenes (MO); David Horner & Associates; Cindy Horner; Joseph & Dabney Horvath; Bruce & Anne Houck; Marie Houck; Rhonda Houk; Jerry & Jeanne Houlton (FL); Jon & Meredith Houser; Susan Houser; Will & Deb Houser; Justin Houser; Houserville United Methodist Church; Joseph Howard (VA); Dennis Howell (PA); Irvin & Sara Hoy; Robert & Joan Hoy; Michael & Carol Huben; James Hughes (PA); Lynn & Sue Illingworth; Barbara Impellitteri; Bette Jackson; Delphina Jaworski Family; Jo-Ann Jodon; Frank & Vera Johns; Donald Johnson (MT); Greg & Madeline Johnson; Robert & Karen Johnson; Robert & Marilyn Johnson (CA); Vivian Johnson; Howard & Diana Johnston; John Johnston (CA); Clair & Elinor Jones; Jerry & Blanche Jones; Herbert Jordan; Don Joyce; Mary Kay Justice; Jeffery & Jessica Kahn; Eric Karlovich; Danny & Cathy Keating (TX); Janet Keebler; Judy Kelce; Jo Carol Kennedy (TX); Robert & Patricia Kepler; Anthony Kibelbek (PA); Lewis & Kathryn Kelligher; Ralph Kelly; Kenneth & Margaret Kempton; Cham & Stephanie King (TX); Wayne King; John & Andrea Klara; George & Linda Kline; Ray & Donna Klinefelter; Jerald Kling; Woodrow & Joyce Kling; Randall & Frances Klock; Edgar & Sally Knapp; Knights of Columbus Father O?Hanlon Council #4678; Jeffery & Kathleen Kocet; Lee Kolos; Allan Koptish (NC); Jane Koshko (PA); Anthony Koss (PA); Robert & Dollie Kovach; Lois Krape; Mabel Krape; Alan & Elaine Krug; Robert Kurtz, Jr. (PA); Dorothy Lambert; Bette Larson; Albert & Susan Lavan; Patrick & Rosemarie Lawler (PA); Robert Lawrence (FL); Kenneth & Marie Leath; Robert & Deanna Leach (TX); James & Gay Lee (TX); Mirium Legare (CA); Timothy & Joy Leitch; Robert & Kathleen Leon; Adam & Diane Leos; Michael & Anne Lescanic; Liberty-Curtin Elementary School; Dorothy Liscinsky; Cecil & Lela Loftis; Forrest Long; Eric & Beth Loop; Kim & Sally Lucas; Robert & Gail Lucas; Virginia Lucas; Bradley & Susan Lunsford; Kenneth & Dororthy Lutz; Earl & Lorraine Lutz; Jeanne Lydon; David & Elaine Lykens; Anthony Lynch (PA); James & Jane Lynch; Denise Lyons; Paul & Helen Lyons; Richard & Mary Macialek; Wilson & Lorian Maddox (WA); Dennis & Wanda Mains; Kenneth Manno; Steve & Jaylene Manuel; Harold & Barbara Marshall; Raymond & Pamela Marcon; Patria Marcon; Bill Masullo; William & Barbara Mangus (PA); Keith & Marilyn Martin; William Marx (VA); Joan Mattas (PA); Helen Matter; Margaret Mattern; Deborah May; Tom & Barbara McBride; Janine McAfee (PA); Michael & Deborah McAtee; Phillip McCartney; Alfred & Vera McCausland; William & Evelyn McClenahan; Dean & Trudy McNeal; Gerald McCool; Timothy & Sonna McDevitt; Douglas & Jane McDonald; Cameron & Mindi McLain (TX); Mahlon & Diane McMurtrie; Rodney & Sandra McMurtrie; Stephen & Sally McVeigh; Clark Meachem; Bob Meister (CA); David Mendelsohn (CA); A.G. & Judith Mendive (FL); Lynn & Teresa Merryman; Lee, Karen & Fred Metzger; Judith Meyer; Harold & Jane Meyers; Stephen & Debra Meyers (MD); Judy Miller; Mr. & Mrs. Robert T. Miller; William Miller; John & Louise Mitchell; L. Jack Mitchell; Richard & Mary Mollo; James Myers (PA); Paul & Lieu Moore (HI); Kermit & Mary Moffitt (NC); MCL William Dixon Detachment (Clearfield, PA); MCL Deer X-ing Detachment (Ralston, PA); MCL Mountain Cites Detachment (Altoona, PA); Mountaintop Alliance Church; Patrick & Susan Morse; Glenn & Lois Moyer; Ralph & Norma Moyer; Robert Mulfinger; Mark & Carol Mullenbach (IA); Mark & Jennifer Murphy (WI); Harold & Inger Musser; Kelley Nason; Damon & Anne Navarro (CT); Chris Neubert; George Nealon (NY); Ron, Dawn & Lisa Neidigh; Joellen Nelson (PA); Bill & Janis Nickerson; Nittany Meats Company; Thomas Noffsker; John & Patricia Noonan; Robert & Lois Notestine; Susan Nourachi (GA); Dana Orvis (WA); Jack Oakes; Leonard & Esther Olson; Russell & Judith Onderko (NJ); John O?Neill; Jorge & Martha Ordonez (TX); Michael & Greta Ostroski; Our Lady of Victory Catholic School; Judy Owens (VA); Ronald Over; Edna Packer; Shirley Palermo; Barry & Barbara Pearce; Todd & Sherry Perrine; Phelps Chapel United Methodist Church (Jersey Shore, PA); William Piekielek; Pleasant Gap Area Lions Club; Charles Pletcher; Marcus & Linda Points (VA); Luz Marie Pope; Gloria Popovic; John & Linda Porta; Brenda Potts (PA); James & Suzanne Powers; Leon Poynor; Mark & Lori Proper; Lawrence & Jan Pruss (PA); Steven Pustay (PA); Puroclean of Central Pennsylvania; David Raffo (NJ); Charles & Carol Rampino (NY); Doris Raup; Scott Rawson (GA); Don Ray; Daniel & Carol Readinger; Darlene & Lisa Reed; Elizabeth Reed; Edwin & Susan Reese; Marjorie Reeder; Shirley Reichard; Jery & Mary Richter; Richard Riddle; Eleanor Roberge; Ralph & Wanda Roberts (MD); Jay Robinson; RJ & Joann Rockey; Jean Rockey; John Roe (PA); Margaret Rogers; Rodney Romig; Romola Bible Church Missionary; Russell & Lori Rose; Wesley & Debra Rowley; Gerald Russell; Joe & Diane Rishel; Paul Rittenhouse, Sr.; Michael & Jeannette Rizzuto; Helen Rudolf; Jeff & Tammy Sauter; Scott & Nancy Sechrist; Thomas & Berverly Sechler (PA); Marjorie Seward; Kathleen Schaaf (PA); David & Elizabeth Schaaf (PA); William & Jean Schott; Pete & Carol Schempf; Dorothy Sheaffer; Rose Mary Shafer; Paul & Karen Sheeler; Robert Silverman (NY); Darlene Singler (PA); Jerry Shivery; Lester & Marsha Shivery; Bruce & Marilyn Shobaken; Carl & Kay Sichler; Robert & Kathy Shoemaker; Larry & Janet Shook; John Showers (TX); Wilson & Christy Silva (TX); Leroy & Dolores Simpson; Jon & Evelyn Simunek (TX); Anthony & Susan Skiptunas (FL); Nancy Slaybaugh; Adam & Lori Smith; Jeffery & Ann Smith (TX); Annette Smith; Aaron Smith (CA); Charles & Claudia Smith; Donald & Winnie Smith; Smith-Sweetwood VFW Post #9575; Donna Snyder; Richard & Edith Sodergren; Norman & Doris Spackman; James Spliedt (ID); Charles & Wendi Spicher (PA); St. James United Methodist Church; Dennis & Shelley Stanisic; Keith & Shirley Stein; Mark Sternagle; James Sterner (MI); John & Eva Streno; John & Anne Stevens; Bob & C.S. Stevenson (TX); Warren & Mary Stewart; James & Sallie Stine; William & Whitney Stokes (FL); William & Joyce Stringer; Cyndi Struble; William & Jennie Struble; Alan & Christine Stuart; Daniel & Regina Studzinski (PA); Kent & Yvonne Sturrock (TX); Janette Swartz; David Swartz; James Swistock; Lou Tanney; Kerry Tatlow ( IL); Thomas & Donna Taylor; John & Esther Teeter; Tom Thall; Peter & Kim Theodorous; James & Anita Thies; Sammy & Demi Thomas (NJ); Suzanne Thompson; Lowell & Virginia Thorpe; Betty Tornatore; Bruce Toth; Troop G Pennsylvania State Police; Jim Triggs (MN); Cecil & Doris Trueblood; Elmer Tewksbury; Tyrone America Legion Post #281 (Tyrone, PA); Michael & Kelly Uchneat; Unionville Adult Sunday School Class; James & Tami Vais (FL); John Vanlaer (PA); Joseph & Sheri Vidunas; Joseph & Sheri Vidunas; James & Donna Varricchione; Village Church Missions (NH); VFW Post #5825 Dunlap-Meckley-Dean Auxiliary; VFW Post #5825 Dunlap-Meckley-Dean Post; VFW Post #5644 Quirk-Lauck-Kelley Post; Andrew & Anita Voigt (TX); Douglas Vonada (MD); John Wagner (CA); Paul & Sally Wangsness; Glenn & Lynda Warnaka; William & Jacqueline Waruszewski (PA); Wasson Family Trust; James & Elizabeth Webb (CT); Richard & Deborah Weidhaas; Peter & Karen Weiler; Lawrence & Cecilla Wentzell (HI); Vicki Wertz (PA); Wesleyan Men Brookside Wesleyan Church (Julian, PA); Timothy & Jennifer Weston; Jerry & Jane Wettstone; Terry Weyant (PA); David Whitehead (TN); Clarence & Merrie Whitehill; Michael Whitney (OR); William Whitney (MN); Thomas & Beryl Widmann; Neil & Elaine Wiggin; Charles & Denise Wilkinson (VA); Matt & Ginger Williams (TX); Scott & Diane Williams; Ken Williamson; Emogene Williamson; Barbara Wilson; John & Kathryn Wilson; David & Diane Wisniewski; Vance and Nancy Witmer; Richard & Roxy Witmer; William & Joan Woodring; Gary & Carol Woodring; Lew & Pat Woods; Woodycrest United Methodist Church; David & Peggy Young; Stephen Zeldow (NH); Gary & Connie Zellers (TX)
2007-05-05
We are pleased to announce the Russell Scholarship Fund has been designated to receive the proceeds from the annual Tussey Mountain 50-Mile Relay and Ultra-Marathon, which will be held Saturday, 22 September 2007, starting at the Tussey Mountain Resort Area in Boalsburg, PA (State College). This race is sanctioned by the United States Track and Field (USTAF)Association. This event will host the 2007 USA 50 Mile Championship. For more information visit the web site noted below. You can also contact Glenn Moyer at 814-388-4721 for general information about both the Russell Scholarship Fund, and the race.
<http://www.tusseymountainback.com>
2005-12-28
Congratulations to our annual Nittany Leathernecks Gun Raffle winners. The following names were selected during our November drawing:
1. Nathan Jones/$500.00
2. Jody L Chin/Marlin925MC Mag.Camo
3. Joe Bonchack/Remington7700-280 Rem.
4. Jeff Ort/$250.00
5. John Krasinki/NEF Handi Rifle 223 Rem.
6. CE Whitehill/Remington870 12 Ga.3 1/2
7. Rich Martukanitz/Savage111FCXP3-30-6
8. Martha Macelek/$500.00
9. Larry Zimmerman/Ithaca20Ga.3"
10. Roger Baker/ThompsonFirestormBlueFlint
11. Mark Rockey/Winchester 94 30-30
12. Tim Rupert/$250.00
13. April Hockenberry/Winchester70Coyote
14. Mary Kay Lasch/Marlin 917VS 17 HRM
15. Mike Miller/$500.00
The next meeting is on April 10th and again we will meet at Camp BREAC. We have elected new officers and they will be installed on April 10th. Come and check out our new meeting place
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Bellefonte Elks Club
2nd. Monday of each Month:
1930 Hours (7:30 p.m.)
Bellefonte Elks Club
120 West High Street
Bellefonte, PA 16823
Mailing Address:
Nittany Leathernecks Det.
P.O. Box 956
Lemont, PA 16851-0956
814-357-1862 (Det Commandant)
Contact:
Bob Johnson
leatherneck302@gmail.com
VMF-112 Website
Det 302
The Nittany Leathernecks Detachment (DET 302) - serving in Centre County, Pennsylvania. Det 302 was established October, 1974. The Detachment consists of U.S. Marines and FMF Corpsman active or honorably discharged. The Det's motto is: "Valiant service is not limited to combat."
Det 302 Leadership
Our Namesake
The Nittany Lion is the mascot of the Pennsylvania State University in State College, Pennsylvania and its athletic teams. It refers to the mountain lions that once roamed nearby the school, and to Mount Nittany, a local landmark. The origin of the name "Mount Nittany" is obscure, the most commonly accepted explanation being that it is derived of Native American words (loosely pronounced as "neet-a-nee") meaning either "single mountain" or a protective barrier against the elements.
Sculptor Heinz Warnecke was retained to carve the lion at the site from a thirteen-ton block of limestone. The sculpture was formally unveiled on October 24, 1942. The shrine has come to be one of the most visited and photographed sites, not just on campus, but also in the entire Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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Click on the image in the next column to visit our Facebook page. We post our latest evnt photos and stories so visit often to stay on tp of what event our Det is and has participated in.
Toys for Tots
2021 Program
Click on the image in the next column to vist Centre County's official T4T website and get all the latest information about collecting locations, wrapping schedule, volunteering, program leaders and points of contact.
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