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    May 20, 2012 |Story| Daily American

  1. George Richard (Dick) Wetmiller, 87, Cape Haze, Fla., formerly of Berlin

    George Richard (Dick) Wetmiller was born on March 16, 1925, in Berlin. He is the son of George H. and Elfreda M. Wetmiller. He grew up in Berlin, graduating from high school in 1943. Upon graduation, Dick joined the U.S. Army Air Corps and served as an aerial gunner and instructor during World War II. Prior to discharge he married his sweetheart, Shirley G. Thompson, on July 6, 1945. Shirley lived in Orlando, Fla., but had also spent time growing up in Berlin where they met years earlier. Upon returning home after serving his country, Dick was the proprietor of Wetmiller's Market in Berlin. Like other returning veterans, he joined the local American Legion and was at one time, Commander of Post 445 and president of the Veteran's Home Association. Dick was well known in town and started his career at The First National Bank of Berlin. His potential was tapped when he was offered the position of assistant cashier in 1959. He was soon elevated to cashier and quickly sought to learn all he could about the business of banking. He spent many nights at banking school and was involved in banking conferences and organizations. Dick was active in community and civic organizations, and was president of the Berlin Lions Club and a member of the Berlin Volunteer Fire Department. He later served on the board of education for Berlin Brothersvalley Schools and was president of the Consistory at Trinity United Church of Christ. Dick enjoyed golfing and was an original member of the Indian Lake Golf Club and later was a member at the Somerset Country Club. His passion was first his family, but his banking career, beginning with The First National Bank of Berlin, was a close second. As he guided the growth of the bank, it branched into local communities and was an early player in mergers and acquisitions. Eventually the bank became First National Bank of Somerset County. As a result of continued growth, the bank evolved into National Bank of Western Pennsylvania (NBWP) where he continued as president and CEO until his retirement on Dec. 31, 1990. Under his leadership the bank grew from one of the smallest in Somerset County to the largest at the time of his retirement. Dick orchestrated his final big deal when the bank merged with long-time, same-town rival, the Philson National Bank. This venture became First Philson Bank and in present day, it is part of FNB Corp. While Dick was well known in Berlin, he also became visible throughout Pennsylvania. He was active in the Pennsylvania Bankers Association (PBA) and proudly served in various capacities, including chairman of Group 8 (Western Pa. banks) and as a member of both the Agricultural Committee and Governing Council. A high point of his career was in 1974 when he was chairman of the PBA Convention in Atlantic City. Not only was he responsible for the entire convention, it was attended by two of his sons, George and Mark, who had both joined NBWP. The keynote speakers were Barry Goldwater and Joe Paterno, and Dick spent time with both luminaries — picking them up at the airport, settling them into their hotel rooms and transporting them back to the airport. Dick was also active in the American Bankers Association and served in Washington on the Community Banking Council. He was known as innovative, tenacious, and driven to success, and was an extremely knowledgeable banker's banker. In the midst of his busy professional career, Dick and Shirley raised four venturous sons: David, George, Mark and Marty. The Rev. David had two sons, Jon (Kerry), and Tim. David passed away unexpectedly on July 22, 1998. George and his wife Alicia have a son, Eric (Cyndi), and two daughters, Jennifer and Alyson. Mark married Melody Duppstadt and their daughters, Lindsey (Tim), and Madison were the first Wetmiller girls in 96 years. Marty married Sherry Gross and like his father has four sons, Alex, Andy, Ben and Nick. Dick also had four great-grandchildren, Sam, Henry, Matthew and Meredith. Upon retirement in January of 1991, Dick and Shirley moved to their dream location in Boca Grande, Fla. As was his life in Berlin, Dick quickly became a familiar figure on the island. He was active in the United Methodist Church and a member of the Boca Grande Pass Club. Most of his time was spent in the sun, on his golf cart, "fighting" with his schnauzer "Rocky," or dining every Saturday night at "The Temp," where he knew most everyone and most everyone knew him. In addition, he enjoyed visits by family and friends and socializing with new friends on the island. In 2003 Dick and Shirley moved to Cape Haze, Fla., returning to Boca Grande on a regular basis. His mind was sharp up to his final days. He read several newspapers daily and was well versed and opinionated on world events, politics, sports and business news. He was an engaging and intelligent participant in conversations on virtually any topic. He will be sorely missed by his family and all who knew him. Memorial services will be held at the Boca Grande United Methodist Church, Boca Grande, Fla., and at Trinity United Church of Christ, Berlin, at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, the family recommends memorial contributions be given to the Suncoast Humane Society at www.suncoasthumane.org. Lemon Bay Funeral Home and Cremation Services has been selected to handle the arrangements. You may express your condolences to the family at lemonbayfh.com.
    George Richard (Dick) Wetmiller was born on March 16, 1925, in Berlin. He is the son of George H. and Elfreda M. Wetmiller. He grew up in Berlin, graduating from high school in 1943. Upon graduation, Dick joined the U.S. Army Air Corps and served as an...

    Tags: U.S. Army, Banking, FNB Corporation, American Legion, Joe Paterno

    2. May 25, 2012 |Story| Daily American

  2. Clifford J. Piel, 76, Berlin

    Clifford J. Piel, 76, Berlin, died May 25, 2012, at Somerset In Touch Hospice House of Journey's Rest. Born Nov. 30, 1935, in Baldwin, a son of Frederick and Elizabeth (Miller) Piel. Preceded in death by parents; brothers: Harry, Frederick, Edward, Elmer,...

    Tags: American Legion, Center Valley, Somerset County (Pennsylvania)

    3. Jun 2, 2012 |Story| Herald Mail

  3. WaynesboroFest prepares for 2012 celebration

    The triennial WaynesboroFest celebration will be held from Friday, June 29, through Sunday, July 8.
    The triennial WaynesboroFest celebration will be held from Friday, June 29, through Sunday, July 8. WaynesboroFest began in 2000, evolving from the 1997 bicentennial celebration. The mission of the nonprofit organization is “to provide the...

    Tags: Entertainment, Arts, Outdoor Cinema, Lifestyle and Leisure, Dining and Drinking

    4. Jun 9, 2012 |Story| Herald Mail

  4. Helen M. Gorsuch, 92

    Mrs. Helen Marie Diehl Gorsuch, 92, of Hagerstown, died early Friday morning, June 8, 2012, at her residence. She was the wife of the late Willard Gorsuch, who preceded her in death in 1980.
    Mrs. Helen Marie Diehl Gorsuch, 92, of Hagerstown, died early Friday morning, June 8, 2012, at her residence. She was the wife of the late Willard Gorsuch, who preceded her in death in 1980. Born April 4, 1920, in Everett, Pa., she was a daughter of...

    Tags: Hagerstown (Washington, Maryland), Funeral Parlor and Crematorium

    5. Jun 20, 2012 |Story| Herald Mail

  5. Planting areas for trees added to parking lot project

    Planting areas for trees became a last-minute add-on to a parking lot rehabilitation project in the Borough of Waynesboro on Wednesday. Susan D’heedene, pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ, asked the Waynesboro Borough Council to make changes...

    Tags: Waynesboro (Waynesboro, Virginia)

    6. Apr 14, 2012 |Story| Herald Mail

  6. Voter turnout expected to be high in Pennsylvania primary election

    waynesboro@herald-mail.com
    Voter turnout is expected to be high, but choices in local races few, when polls open for Pennsylvania’s primary election on Tuesday, April 24. Franklin County, Pa., election officials anticipate the presidential race could drive voters to the...

    Tags: Voting, Democratic Party, Bill Shuster, Republican Party, Elections

    7. Apr 24, 2012 |Story| Herald Mail

  7. Pa. primary election focused on statewide races

    Polls opened at 7 a.m. Tuesday for a Pennsylvania primary election that is largely focused on statewide races, including a five-way race between Republican candidates seeking the nomination to challenge Democratic U.S. Sen. Bob Casey.
    waynesboro@herald-mail.com
    Polls opened at 7 a.m. Tuesday for a Pennsylvania primary election that is largely focused on statewide races, including a five-way race between Republican candidates seeking the nomination to challenge Democratic U.S. Sen. Bob Casey. Other statewide...

    Tags: Democratic Party, Voting, Bill Shuster, Republican Party, Rick Santorum

    8. May 17, 2012 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  8. Local reverend defends Obama on same-sex marriage

    The leader of President Barack Obama’s former church in Chicago has come out against statements by other African-American clergy who condemned the president’s endorsement last week of same-sex marriage.
    Tribune reporter
    The leader of President Barack Obama’s former church in Chicago has come out against statements by other African-American clergy who condemned the president’s endorsement last week of same-sex marriage. The Rev. Otis Moss III, the senior...

    Tags: Marriage, Barack Obama, Social Issues, Minority Groups, Gays and Lesbians

    9. May 17, 2012 |Story| Daily American

  9. Bernard M. "Bun" Keim, 85, Berlin

    Bernard M. "Bun" Keim, 85, Berlin, died May 17, 2012 at Somerset In-Touch Hospice House of Journey’s Rest. Born July 15, 1926 in Elk Lick Township, a son of George and Edna Mae (Bodes) Keim. Preceded in death by parents; sisters: Fern Tedrow; Violet...

    Tags: Funeral Parlor and Crematorium

    10. May 17, 2012 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  10. Anti-Obama ad flap deals blow to Wrigley Field rehab plan

    The long-shot prospect of taxpayer help to renovate Wrigley Field grew more remote Thursday, upended by revelations that the patriarch of the <a href="http://chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs">Chicago Cubs</a>' ownership team had been offered a plan for using a super PAC to run racially tinged attack ads that linked President Barack Obama to his former pastor, the Rev. Jeremiah Wright.
    The long-shot prospect of taxpayer help to renovate Wrigley Field grew more remote Thursday, upended by revelations that the patriarch of the Chicago Cubs' ownership team had been offered a plan for using a super PAC to run racially tinged attack ads that...

    Tags: Chicago City Hall, Barack Obama, White House, NATO Summit, Racism

    11. May 1, 2012 |Story| Herald Mail

  11. Pa. vigil unites those left in suicide's wake

    Through shared stories, hugs, tears and candlelight, a group of 40 people Tuesday night remembered loved ones lost to suicide and tried to raise awareness about the issue.
    waynesboro@herald-mail.com
    Through shared stories, hugs, tears and candlelight, a group of 40 people Tuesday night remembered loved ones lost to suicide and tried to raise awareness about the issue. The Mental Health Association of Franklin and Fulton Counties hosted its seventh...

    Tags: Depression, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Mental Illness, Mental Health

    12. Mar 19, 2012 |Story| Herald Mail

  12. Five for your planner: Tuesday, March 20

    <strong>1. Hot blues and sweet honey</strong>
    1. Hot blues and sweet honey Blues guitarist Duffy Kane joins Devon Allman's Honeytribe performs. The Lisa Lim Band opens. Show starts at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 25, at The Maryland Theatre, 21 S. Potomac St., downtown Hagerstown. For ticket prices, call...

    Tags: Waste Land (movie), Auction Service, Hagerstown (Washington, Maryland), Arts and Culture, Arts

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