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Richard and Erlinda
Richard and Erlinda are married at Ocean Grove
I'll Take You Home Again Kathleen
In soft Spring rain the family of Cathy McGee said farewell to their loved mother, grandmother and friend. Cathy was a proud Irish-woman who was always full of fun, generous with laughter and generous with love. Family carried her coffin from Holy Trinity Catholic Church and into the Royal Hotel for a good Irish wake where David Cunningham sang.
Ron Johnson turns 80!
Ron Johnson celebrated his 80th birthday with family and friends at the Ocean Grove Senior Citizens hall. As Senior Vice President of Ocean Grove sub branch of the RSL, and a resident of Ocean Grove for more than 20 years, Ron has been very busy in the community. This was a time to celebrate in a casual and fun gathering. Well done Ron! (Photo courtesy Ocean Grove Voice)
Lofty Celebrates
Fifty years to the day after registering his first truck, Lofty Menheere celebrated a half-century of business activity. He and his wife of 49 years, Lola, were presented with commemorative pens by their children and grandchildren at a special event at the Marcus Hill Hall.
The afternoon's activities included a formal ceremony led by Philip Christian. The Menheere family and their 100 guests enjoyed viewing a short movie incorporating historic photographs and interviews with Lofty and his son Mark Menheere. Other photographs on computer screens became the stimuli for plenty of reminiscing.
Norm Cobb shared some lighter moments. He personally thanked Lofty Menheere with a pennant to mark the 50 year milestone. Lofty then responded, thanking everyone for their attendance.
The gathering of family and friends were treated to fine food and refreshments provided by Steampacket Foods. Nobody was in a hurry to go home.
Lofty talks to Philip Christian (Quicktime required)
