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2009-07-02 A very special update from Michael Collins:
Katherine Veronica (Norton) Collins, daughter of Michael C. and Anne
O'Connor Norton, will celebrate her 90th birthday on July 13, 2009!
She and her loving husband, William, are still going strong nearing
their 68th year of marriage, living in their own home in Maryland. She
pays the bills, does the taxes and cooks and cleans; he cuts the
grass, trims the bushes, washes the car and drives Mom wherever she
has to go. They are truly grateful to the Good Lord, everyday, for all
of their blessings. They will celebrate the
90th birthday with a gathering on July11th of their five sons (William,
Michael, Joseph, Gerard and Peter), their wives (Patricia, Nancy, Anita,
Cindy and Cindi) and their grandchildren and great grandchildren. Best
wishes can be sent to their home: 606 Robinson Place Court, Severna Park,
Maryland 21146; or telephone 410 422 9525. (Please do not send gifts.) |
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2009-07-02 A note from Denise: Here are some recent
pictures of Isabel and Cameron. The ones of Cameron at school were
taken on his last day celebration. He volunteered during one of the
songs with two of his friends. Talk to you soon! Love, Denise
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2009-07-01 Special thanks to Bro. Fran for the providing a copy
of the movie
of our Essex Steam Train & Boat trip. (See the
Movie) |
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2009-06-30 Thanks to Ara for sharing new photos of Tyler and
Gauge (Cynthia and John also). From Ara - "Here are some new
pics
of the boys and some
pics
of Cynthia and John's trip to visit us. Hope all is well. We are all
doing well. The boys are getting so big!!! Hope to see you soon. Hugs
and kisses to all.... Ara" (See
Photos)
2009-06-27 Congratulation to Laurie (nee
Spera) and Sal Falesto on their beautiful wedding. We wish them a
lifetime of love and happiness. (See
Photos) |
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2009-06-24 Congratulations and best wishes to
Cousin Laura Ann on her retirement! We wish you all the the best as
you enter this next chapter of your life. Relax and enjoy - you have
earned it. (See
Photos) |
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2009-06-23 Some Old Family
Photos of the Children I thought you might enjoy. (See
Photos) |
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2009-06-23 Congratulations to Brian on his Graduation from High
School. Brian will be attending the
University at Albany-SUNY in
September. We are all (especially your parents) very proud of
your accomplishments - keep up the good work. (See
Photos) |
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2009-06-22
Our Vacation to Hawaii and California
- September & October 2008 (See
Photo Gallery for photo links)
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2009-06-17
Better late than never –
Christmas
2008 photos |
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2009-06-13 Congratulations to Julie and Ryan on their
beautiful marriage that took place on June 13, 2009. The
entire weekend celebration was simply wonderful. Please enjoy the
photos
of this beautiful event and festivities. (See
photos) |
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2009-06-13
Thea and I had a great time visiting with Kathy and Mike (Chris and
Shaun also) and Aunt Ann. Kathy and Mike's home and property
are just beautiful! We enjoyed visiting and talking to Aunt Ann
and catching up with Kathy and Mike on all their family happenings.
A good time was had by all. (See
photos) |
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2009-06-07 On Sunday, June 7, we helped our brother Pete
celebrate his 65th Birthday with family and friends - a good time was had by all! (See
photos) |
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2009-05-24 Thank you to Heather and Dave for hosting a
wonderful
barbeque at their beautiful home over the Memorial Day weekend.
As you can see from
the photos
- a good time was had by all! (See
photos) |
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2009-05-23 Congratulation to Kacey (nee Foster) & Curtis J.
LeGept on their beautiful wedding. We wish them a lifetime of
love and happiness. (See
Photos) |
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2009-05-16 A special thank you to Joe and Anita Collins for
sharing the following family update: "Michael, how good to see that
you are keeping up the site and the touch of elbows! A short update
on the Collinses of Virginia. Anita and I live in Alexandria with our
two Scotties, Biscuit and Baci. We are generally well, but dealing
with the heartbreak and grief of the death of Anita's younger sister,
Elizabeth in February. Joseph and Jude both live with their families
in Great Falls. Our family is our hobby, so to speak. Joe Jr. has
his own software firm that supports among others, the Dept. of
Education. He is married to Nancy and they have 4 kids: Joey, a high
school student and lacrosse player, Jessica, Madeleine, and Will.
Jude, whose in commercial real estate, is married to Julie Jacobsen
and their babies are Tyler Ann and Addison, both pre-K going on 20.
This week was very busy. 200 miles in the back and forth between
Alexandria and lacrosse games and school plays, and family birthdays.
I retired a decade ago (!) from the Army and am now teaching at the
National War College in Washington and helping my buddies in the White
House and the Pentagon as time permits. Anita says that National may be
as close as I will get to heaven. It is a great job. I am still writing
frequently, usually in Armed Forces Journal or blogging on
national security on the National Journal website.
God bless all who read this.
Joe and Anita Collins" |
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2009-05-09 Cameron celebrated his 3rd Birthday on May 6th.
His family gathered to celebrate this happy occasion on May 9th.
(See photos) |
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2009 -05-09 We experienced a ride on the Essex Steam Train &
Boat with Heather, Dave and Bro. Fran. Dave also gave us a tour
of Essex and Guilford. We then went back to Heather and Dave's
for a barbeque. It was certainly a great day! (See
Photos
and Movie -a
special thanks to Bro. Fran for this) |
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2009-05-04 Golf Vacation Myrtle Beach SC 5-4 to 5-8-09 (See
photos) |
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2009-05-02 Thomas received his First Holy Communion on May 2,
2009 at St Philip Neri Church. His very proud family and friends
attended the 10 AM mass to help him celebrate this great sacrament.
After mass we returned to Jen and Tom's home to continue the
celebration. A good time was had by one and all! (See
photos of this most joyous day.) |
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2009-04-25 Nick's Eagle Car Wash - a message
from Nick:
"I wanted to thank you for coming out to my car wash and supporting me,
thanks for all your help.
From,
Nick
P.S.
Uncle Geoff got
some good
photos and you can put them up on the site if you want."
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2009-04-23 Congratulations to Denise and Dave on the birth of
their beautiful daughter,
Isabel Chloe. Truly a gift from God! Isabel was born
April 23, 2009 and was 7lbs. 7oz. and 19.5 in. long. We also send our best wishes to
Big Brother Cameron!
Enjoy the photos
of the newest family member! |
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2009-04-22 It is with a very sad heart that I wish to inform
you of the death of our beloved cousin,
Gerry McLean ,his wife,
MaryAnn Dunne McLean, is the daughter of Jack and Mae Norton Dunne and
the granddaughter of Michael and Ann O'Connor Norton. |
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2009-04-21 News received from a proud uncle - Brian came in
27th out of about 500 people in the
JFK Runway Run
this past Sunday. (Man, that kid is fast! His uncle came in shortly
behind him at 239th) Thanks for the update Brendan.
See the photo of the proud uncle and Brian after
the race. |
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2009-04-19 Tom, welcome home from Austria! Tom did send
some photos
but sent a
special photo to Uncle Geoff "that really captures the
moment of a boy coming to manhood by the shear majesty of the Alps!"
Tom also helps answer the question - are the hills really alive with
the Sound of Music? (see
photos) |
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2009-04-12
Easter
photos now available for viewing |
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2009-04-01 All the News That's Fit To Print - Peter
McDonnell took his son Jason to witness a little bit of history on
February 18, 2009 - the demolition of the final section of Shea
Stadium. The New York Times covered this event and interviewed
Peter and reported his thoughts and comments.
Enjoy the article. |
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2009-04-01 It is with a very sad heart that I
wish to inform you of the death of Colleen's beloved father, Robert
Allen McGregor Sr. "Bob", on March 31, 2009. Our deepest
sympathies go out to Colleen, Peter, Sarah Shea and the rest of their
family at this most difficult time. You and your family are in our
thoughts and prayers. |
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2009-03-30
Nick's BSA
Eagle Scout Project
A message from Nick (Susan and Tony’s son)
- The Eagle Scout project I plan to do is to replace the church bell stand
at the United Methodist Church in East Northport. Currently the unstable
wooden frame and base may cause the existing bell to fall, break, and
possibly injury someone. I plan to honor and preserve the bell’s historic
character by constructing a new frame. To help fund my project I am
planning a car wash on April 25th (rain date April 26th), 9AM - 3PM, at Pep Boys, 6350 Jericho Turnpike,
Commack. For additional details please
click here to see my flyer. |
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2009-03-24
St. Baldrick’s Update - We did it! Mikee,
Brian, Geoff and I had our eads shaved!
As you know, we went bald to stand in solidarity with kids fighting
cancer. Even more important, though, we did it to raise money
for life-saving research.
Last year, the
St. Baldrick’s Foundation funded childhood cancer research in a
big way – over $15 million in grants! These funds went to
pediatric cancer experts who are looking for cures today, as well as
to young Fellows and Scholars who will be the experts of tomorrow.
If you are interested in supporting this most worth cause please see
the 2009-02-20 Breaking News item below.
Hope you enjoy the
photos of us fulfilling
our
St.
Baldrick’s commitment. |
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2009-03-10 Congratulations Brian (Donna &
Geoff’s son) - we are all very proud of you! As reported in the February 26th, 2009 edition of
the Verona-Cedar Grove Times,
"Brian Chellis, 17, of Cedar Grove has been honored for his exemplary
volunteer service with the
President’s
Volunteer Service Award."
Click
here to read the related article and view Brian’s award. |
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2009-03-04 |
EXTREMELY URGENT NEWS
A member of our family is need of our assistance and prayers.
Please see below for more details concerning Bruce Wojno (Terri's (nee
Nolan) husband). If you are unable to attend the Benefit and
want to help by making a donation, I am sure it would be very much
appreciated.
Benefit for
Bruce
Bruce Wojno, former
Marlton resident for 20 years, and current resident of Shamong was
diagnosed with Abdominal Mesothelioma in October 2008. Abdominal
Mesothelioma is a rare asbestos cancer, with only 100-500 reported cases
per year. Currently there is no cure for the disease and he has undergone
surgeries and experimental medical treatment, which is not fully covered
by insurance. Bruce is a father of 6 children and grandfather of 3, and
another on the way. He has always been active in the sports community,
volunteering his time with the Cherokee 5th Quarter Club and coaching the
Seneca youth football team for the past 5 years.
In
an effort to defer Bruce's medical expenses we are holding a benefit:
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When:
Saturday, May 2, 2009 |
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Where: Pic-a-Lilli Shamong, NJ 08088 |
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2:00 - 6:00 pm |
Tickets: $40.00 per person (include food, drinks &
entertainment)
To purchase tickets please contact Debbie Verner @ 856-985-9679 or
H10398@comcast.net
Please send
your check made out to "Benefit for Bruce" and a self-addressed envelope
to:
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Debbie Verner |
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6 Dana Road |
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Marlton, NJ 08053 |
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2009-03-02 Congratulations to Jon Lyons on the purchase of his
new home. A few words from his very proud parents, "The
Jon Lyons Estate - We are the proud parents of a new (and pretty
broke, but welcome to the real world) home owner! The heavenly abode
is located at, 89 Baltimore Ave., Narragansett, RI - It is just off of
Ocean Road, between the Christian Brother's Monastery where we had one
of our earlier family reunions and the Narragansett Parks & Rec. At
the end of his street is Blackpoint Hiking Trail which runs along the
ocean and would be a great place to visit during the family reunion,
or whenever you are visiting RI. With a little bit of paint and few
minor alterations, it may be displayed in one of the upcoming issues
of Coastal Living . . . . ." (view
photos) |
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2009-02-20 |
BREAKING NEWS
I am again
having my head shaved in a fund raising effort for the St. Baldrick's
Foundation for kids and their families with childhood cancer. You
heard it right - I'm shaving my head in solidarity with children who
have cancer and typically lose their hair during treatment, while at
the same time raising critical funds for childhood cancer research!
In the US, more children die of childhood cancer than any other
disease. It's getting very close to St. Baldrick's Day on Saturday,
March 14th at Napper Tandy's Pub in Northport** and I haven't heard
from many of you. I would appreciate if you could do me a favor and
make a donation in any amount to this worthwhile cause. Please make a
donation on my behalf to support childhood cancer research so that all
children diagnosed with cancer will have a better chance for a cure.
To make a donation, please visit my
St. Baldrick's web page
and click on
"Donate Online" or "Download a Donation Form" to send in by mail. Or
you can just make out a check to the "St. Baldrick's Foundation" and
send directly to me at 2 Loret Lane, East Northport, NY 11731-1612.
Make sure you write "Shavee ID: S-330596" in the memo section of your
check. Thank you in advance for your support!
For
a good laugh see
photos of my first St. Baldrick's experience.
Mike gets his St. Baldrick's haircut (BUZZ) 8-8-04
 | 2009-02-07 Congratulations to Heather and
Dave on the purchase of their lovely New Home. (view
photos) |
 | 2009-01-09 Thank you to family, friends,
members of the
Fr. Thomas A. Judge Knights of Columbus Council, the
East Northport -
Northport Communities,
Northport High School PTA and sports' teams,
East Northport Fire Department and especially
Dr. & Mrs. Raymond A. Mascolo for supporting the very successful Fund
Raiser for the benefit of my brother Bob and Lisa's children. The evening
was fun filled and enjoyed by all. (view
photos) |
 | 2008-12-25 A very Merry and Blessed Christmas to one and all
(see photos) |
 | 2008-12-08 It is with a very sad heart that I
wish to inform you of the death of our beloved aunt,
Anne Dulka, on December 12, 2008. |
 | 2008-11-15 Thea and I are very happy to
announce that Heather and Dave were married in a beautiful ceremony on
November 15, 2008. The wedding weekend at the
Lord Thompson Manner was truly wonderful. We also welcome Dave and
his family into our family! Thea and I are very happy and proud of our
daughter and new "son"! Congratulations and much love to the happy
couple. Please see the photos at
www.collages.net (Username: Heather-David Password: 3323). |
 | 2008-11-14 Watch the beautiful tribute,
John Timoney 1918-2008 - at
Chellision - Tributes, to our beloved Uncle John. Thank you Geoff for
all your efforts in compiling our memories into this FANTASTIC tribute. |
 | 2008-11-14 It is with a very sad heart that I
wish to inform you of the death of our beloved uncle,
John J. Timoney, on November 14, 2008. View several
pictures of Uncle John and his loving family. |
 | 2008-11-14 Watch the beautiful tribute,
Danny Norton 1956-2008 - at
Chellision - Tributes, to our beloved brother Danny. Thank you Geoff
for all your efforts in compiling our memories into this FANTASTIC
tribute. |
 | 2008-11-14 It is with a very sad heart that I
wish to inform you of the death of our beloved brother,
Daniel A. Norton (Danny), on November 14, 2008. View and sign his
Guest Book and view several
pictures of Danny and his loving family. |
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2008-10-08
Our Hawaiian/California
Vacation - September 24 to October 8, 2008 - Thea and I celebrated our 35th
Wedding Anniversary, Thea's 55th Birthday and her well deserved retirement
with a
wonderful trip to California and Hawaii.
It was our third attempt at such a trip and I think we both agree, it was
well worth the wait! We
took many photos to help us remember this wonderful experience.
(See Photo Gallery for photo links)
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hope you enjoy the video - "You’ll love the link I’m sending along to
you. Jon was on a half hour
NESN (new England sports network) show on spear fishing. Of course
he caught the only keeper. After the show they took the fish to a local
gourmet Narragansett restaurant and cooked and served the film crew and
participants. Please share this with Uncle Tom and Aunt Lydia, Thea and
Mike, Joe and Diane – don’t know if Aunt Lucy and Uncle Mike do e-mail,
but hoping you have a group e-mail set up for them. Love to all, Your
favorite cousin in Rhode Island, Pam" Enjoy the
video! |
 | New Photos -
Aunt Lou and Uncle Mike's Gardens - August 9, 2008 |
 | New Photos -
Visit to Washington DC with Mike - August 2-5, 2008 |
 | New Photos -
Visit to Ryan's - July 27, 2008 |
 | On July 13, 2008 the Norton Family and several dear
friends gathered in Northport Park for the dedication of our beloved Dad's
Park Bench. A very special thank you to Bro. Fran for helping make a
special day even more special with his kind words and blessing. (see
photos) |
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The Gratitude Campaign
Have you ever seen one of our military walking
past you and wanted to convey to them your thanks, but weren't sure how or
it felt awkward? Recently, a gentleman from Seattle created a gesture which
could be used and has started a massive movement to get the word out.
Please take just a moment to watch.... The Gratitude Campaign and then tell
your friends!
http://www.gratitudecampaign.org/shortmovie.php

You can send a message to the troops that will
be printed out on a post card and given to somebody stationed in Iraq or
Afghanistan. You can be sure they would much rather be home for the
holidays. But since they can't, take a minute to let them know we haven't
forgotten about them and we appreciate all they are doing for us.
Click on the link below and
thank the brave men and women who are serving our great Country!
http://www.letssaythanks.com/Home1024.html
In God We Still Trust
In March, 2005, this song was performed at a Diamond
Rio concert. They received an immediate standing ovation, and continue to
do so every time they perform it! Sadly, major radio stations wouldn't play
it because it was considered politically incorrect. Consequently, the song
was never released to the public. If this song speaks to your heart and you
want to share it with friends and loved ones, please do. Then let us cease
being the silent majority and join together - not as a particular political
party, but as Proud Americans!
Diamond Rio - In God We Still Trust

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