Obituary for Strathmere resident Curt McDaniel

McDANIEL, CURTIS O.

McDANIEL, CURTIS O. - 79, of Strathmere, NJ, passed away on October 04. 

Curt was born in Mason, West Virginia and worked for ALOCA as a Field Advisor for forty years. After retirement he started his own consulting business. Curt was a 32nd Degree Mason and fifty year member of Middleport, Ohio Lodge 363 F.&A.M. He loved traveling and had visited all seven continents. Curt also enjoyed fishing and watching his grandchildren grow up on the beach. Curtis is survived by his daughter Pamela (James) Bowen, his son Courtney (Dawn), and his grandchildren Haley, Hunter and Tyler. He is also survived by his brother Calvin (Marilyn) and his sister Sharon (Carl) Archer and was predeceased by his son Shawn. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Those who wish to honor Curt's memory may make a donation to The Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675. Arrangements by The Godfrey Funeral Homes

From The Press of Atlantic City  

Strathmere Improvement Association Nor'easter update, Coming Events and Local News 10/5/2015

Strathmere Improvement Association Nor'easter update, Coming Events and Local News 10/5/2015
The Sun Returns! See Storm pix: www.strathmereimprovementassociation.org After several days with extreme winds and high tides, Monday ushered in a blustery, clear day. Bayview was besieged by floods at high tide throughout the storm, making it impassable, but the beaches withstood the pounding. Township Engineer Paul Dietrich said, "We lost an average of 120' of berm width along most of the beach and a little more between Winthrop to extension of Neptune Dr. with a volume loss around 300,000cy. There was no damage to the dunes, dune fence or cross-overs. The Township will be cleaning out the cross- overs in the Spring." He continued, "Considering the severity of the wind and tides and for how long it affected us, I think we did pretty well.There was no scarping of the beach, so the beach absorbed the energy very effectively.  Actually, at Williams Ave there was almost no loss of beach, that was the pivot point for the storm. North of Williams was affected by the Inlet and South of Williams was affected purely by the wind & tides." Will be interesting to see what sand comes back after the winds die down, he also noted. Star Party this Weekend, plus Strathmere Day at Philly Pops' Christmas Spectacular! Time table for Star Party- Saturday, October 10 AND    Sunday, October 11! (Randolph Ave) Sat: 6:45 pm Telescope viewing of Saturn,  Constellation Program 7:30pm          Sun: 6 am (predawn) Telescope viewing of four planets                             _________________                                   Car Pools forming for Philly Pops For more info: Check website, email sia1912@comcast.net, or call 609 970-0157. Ticket deadline = October 18. Curt McDaniel, long time Strathmere resident, passes.  Curt was a year round resident since 1978, a world traveler in his career, who chose Strathmere as his anchor. Curt leaves behind two children and three grandchildren.  Perhaps you didn't know Curt, but certainly he's waved hello to you from his post on his front porch, the first house on Bayview as you turn the corner at the Deauville.  Funeral details are pending, with a newspaper notice soon. Check the SIA facebook page in the next few days. Our deepest condolences to Curt's family. Would you like to see the playground come back to life? Reminder: If you haven't completed the playground survey yet, please visit the link below: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LV6BR63 Newly elected CSWB President Karen Mitchell, and Carol Ferguson head the committee to rebuild the playground.

	Contact Us Strathmere Improvement Association PO Box 57 Strathmere, New Jersey | 08248 Tel. 609 970-0157 strathmereimprovementassociation.org sia1912@comcast.net

STM at Philly Pops, October calendar, Star Party news & SFEC Educ Program!

	Strathmere Improvement AssociatonSeptember 28, 2015              Sia1912@comcast.net		It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Experience the true magic of the season with Philadelphia’s most treasured holiday musical tradition. Join internationally celebrated conductor David Charles Abell, back by popular demand for the third year, as he leads you through an all-new program of Christmas classics.  This spectacular lineup of exciting musical arrangements features guest vocalist Lisa Vroman, renowned for her role as Christine in Broadway’s Phantom, over 300 musicians, remarkable choirs, and the ever-popular audience sing-along — as well as some surprises your whole family will enjoy!
	Come celebrate the Holiday Season at Verizon Hall! Strathmere Day at The Philly Pops Christmas Spectacular! (and dinner in the city afterwards if you desire!) Sunday, December 6, 3 pm                        Show tickets: $33.00 each.      Dinner following at Fratelli's Italian Bistro, 1339 Chestnut Street:Includes: Salad, Choice of entree (from list of six), dessert and non-alcoholic beverage.Tax and gratuity included!     We've reserved a block of tickets in the upper tier at Verizon Hall and have secured a parking discount as well. After the concert, walk a few blocks along Broad St, taking in the holiday lights, and enjoy dinner out on the town. If you don't have time to stay for dinner, we hope you'll still come for the show. Bring along your kids and grandkids!  For more info: sia1912@comcast.net or call Linda Bateman, 609 970-0157.  Carpools are forming, so let us know if you need a ride or would be willing to drive.      ********************************************* SIA Star Party! Twice as many opportunities for viewing the skies! Derrick Pitts, from The Fels Planetarium at The Franklin Institute, is setting up his telescope on Randolph, Saturday, October 10 @6:45 pm for you to take a peek at Saturn. When darkness fully sets in @7:30 pm, enjoy his narration of the many constellations on view. Bring along a flashlight and chair or blanket.    Bonus!  The next morning, right before daybreak @ 6 am, Derrick will be back with his telescope and you can view Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Mercury before daybreak! October 11, 6am Randolph                                        Also on October 10: SFEC Meeting and Educational Program. 4 pm, Firehouse
	October Calendar is ready for viewing. Download at: /www.strathmereimprovementassociation.org Citizens for Strathmere and Whale Beach Annual Meeting: October 3, 10 am Firehouse Lots on the agenda, including playground discussion and Bayview flooding.

Strathmere Improvement Association
PO Box 57
Strathmere New Jersey 08248
United States

Strathmere Improvement Association September 16, 2015

Strathmere Improvement Association         September 16, 2015                                        With great sadness, we're letting you know that Ted Bamford passed away on Monday, September 14. We offer our heartfelt condolences to Ted's family and friends. Services are Friday at St. Joseph's in SIC.  To view his obituary online: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/philly/obituary.aspx?n=edmund-bamford-ted&pid=175849313 In other unrelated news: Karen Mitchell and Carol Ferguson are spearheading efforts to rebuild the tot lot on the bay. Please log on to the following survey link to show your support for a new playground, and to offer ideas: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LV6BR63

Strathmere Improvement Association
PO Box 57
Strathmere New Jersey 08248
United States

Obituary for Ted Bamford of Strathmere

EDMUND "TED" BAMFORD

BAMFORD EDMUND "TED", 89, of Strathmere, NJ passed away peace-fully on Sept. 14, 2015. 

Ted graduated from Germantown H.S. and immediately enlisted in the U.S. Navy to defend his country during WW II. After his service he returned home and was employed by Philco Corp. (Ford Motors) where after many company name changes he retired in 1982. 

Ted then left the East Falls section of Phila. to enjoy his retirement in his dream home in the Whale Beach section of Strathmere. As an active member of the community Ted served as a Lieutenant and Treasurer in the Strathmere Volunteer Fire Co., Chairman of the Fire District Board of Commissioners, Member of the Strathmere Improvement Assoc., and as an Usher in St. Joseph's Church. 

Predeceased by his loving wife of 61 years, Eileen, and sister May Klusman, Ted is survived by his son Ted (Diane), daughter Dawn Valeo (Tony), brother Sidney, Grandchildren Robert (Christie), Jennifer Mason (Rob), Ted (Amy), Caitlin Adams (Greg), Courtney Valeo, Emily Valeo, and eight great grandchildren.

Friends may call on Friday after 9 A.M. in St. Joseph's Church, 44th and Landis Ave. in Sea Isle City, NJ 08243. Funeral Mass at 10 A.M. Interment at Cape May Co. Veterans Cem. 

Contributions may be made to "Strathmere Vol. Fire Co. Memorial Fund", 5 S. Commonwealth Ave., Strathmere, NJ 08248. Memories shared at:

www.buddfuneralhome.com. 

Published on Philly.com on Sept. 16, 2015

Schiavo Library: September 2015 Newsletter

Schiavo Library: September 2015 Newsletter

Used Book Sale: 
Our sixth annual end of summer book sale is happening now! Come on in for some great buys. The sale goes until September 26th.

New Trends for Relaxing:
This summer we had a program on Meditation and Relaxation given by Marya Small. It was very well received and we hope she’ll be back again next summer – maybe for more than one session.
But if you would like something different to help you relax this winter, you may want to try one of these two new trends: coloring books for adults or Zentangle.
Any book store will have lots of choices of coloring books and of course, you can find them online too. The relaxation is supposed to come while you concentrate on filling in the intricate designs with colored pencils or pens. Zentangle is the art of drawing structured patterns and is supposed to be calming and creative. It’s done with black pens on white paper.
Here are some examples of both:

Summer Wrap-up:
This summer we had a great time at the Terrapin Release Program with 133 attending and many donating towards next year’s program. The Family Scavenger Hunt turned into a super competition between 2 families. Lots of laughs! Hope you had a great summer, too!!

September News: 
*September is “Amnesty Month.” NO FINES are collected for overdue books!
*September returns to normal off season hours – NO Thursday evening hours.
*Mah Jongg continues here on Wednesdays at 10:00am. Come in and join the players!


 Christine Rohrman, Library Director
www.strathmerelibrary.org