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Michura, Edward S., 90, of Franklin Borough, went to be with the Lord on November 6, 2012 at Memorial Medical Center. He was born on October 21, 1922 in Johnstown. Son of Anthony J. and Mary (Chula) Michura. Preceded in death by his parents; brother, John; sisters, Cecelia McCarthy and Helen Smith. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Cecelia A. (Tremul) Michura, Franklin Borough; son, Edward J., married to the former Diane Hutsky, Beech Creek, PA; beloved granddaughter, Katie Anne, wife of David Petersen, Linden, PA and several nieces and nephews. Edward was a graduate of Franklin High School. He was a US Army Veteran serving during WWII in the 26th Infantry Division with the 328th Anti Tank Battalion during the Battle of the Bulge. Edward retired from Bethlehem Steel Wheel Plant after 39 years of service as a Millwright. He was a member a life member of the Franklin Borough Volunteer Fire Company; life member of the NRA; charter member of the WWII Memorial Society; member of the Greater Johnstown Retired Men’s Club; the Yankee Division Veterans Association; M1 Garand Collectors Association and the SGT Michael Strank Post # 5107 V.F.W. Edward was a member of the former Assumption of the B.V.M. Catholic Church which later merged with Sacred Heart Catholic Church as the Church of the Transfiguration. He enjoyed woodworking; puttering around the house and all sports, especially Conemaugh Valley High School football, AAABA and going to Steeler, Pirate and Pens games. Edward was a master craftsman. He loved relaxing and hunting at his St. Cecelia Camp with his entire family. Edward was an avid deer hunter up until his 89th birthday. He kept a camp diary that is a literary treasure. Edward also kept an interesting daily diary. He simply loved spending time with his family and hunting with his son. At Edward’s request there will be no public viewing. Memorial Mass will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Monday (December 17th) at the Church of the Transfiguration, Fr. Robert C. Hall. Inurnment will be at Assumption Cemetery with military rites conducted by Menoher Post #155 VFW Ritual Team. The family is being served by the Baker-Harris Funeral Chapel, Conemaugh. The family suggests contributions be directed to Franklin Borough Volunteer Fire Company, 1125 Main Street, Johnstown, PA 15909  in memory of Edward. On line condolences may be posted to www.wharrisfuneralhome.com.   

2013 Winter Freeze Out

This year we are adding another event. The Winter Freeze Out, fishing is optional. Food and refreshments will be the primary focus of this event (like it’s not at the other events). If the weather is too arduous we can all meet at my house. Chief is looking forward to this since he cannot attend the Christmas gathering. So make sure you select a weekend in the polling section.


Carry On and Good Luck

Annual Christmas Fishing Gathering 2012?

Given the proximity of December and the desire to try and plan things out in advance I would(as the junior most member) propose the 15th of December as the annual meeting. Understandably that its about a month away and surely enough time to take it to a vote.

From the Chief

Sad news to report.  Pop passed away on November 6.  He was 90 and had been suffering a bit since last hunting season, in and out of the hospital with COPD.  It came unexpected.  He seemed to be improving when I last visited on his birthday, October 21.  Mom wanted me to go through his things.  Pop was getting ready for hunting season!  Pop was a very unique man.  He spent his life amusing me and Mom.  We hunted together since I was 8, missing only those years that  I was in college.  He had a catcher's mitt and he caught me up through high school.  He was my best friend and hero.  I was never to worry about him because he "survived a depression, fought a World War, made it through 3 great floods and survived 5 Republican presidents."  He was a master craftsman.  I  will post photos of the rifle he built for me when I graduated college.  www.wharrisfuneralhome.com

I will be having back surgery on the first day of deer season and I will probably be retiring shortly after.  I am hoping that I will find at least some relief from my pain so that I can hunt and fish again.  I made Bowhunter and JohnW blog administrators and hope you guys keep this thing going.  I have been terrible in keeping this blog active. I just can't sit at a computer in comfort. Carry on and GOOD LUCK.

Oh yeah......I bought a 2013 Chevy Suburban LT, tan with black leather, loaded.  I go and just sit in it to get relief with its heated seats.  That sumbitch will be just great for steelie fishin!  I can haul the entire Pro Staff and their gear!

Hey - Please try to keep the Annual Christmas Fishing Gathering tradition alive.  It's great fellowship and a good way to celebrate who we are.  Let me know if and when.  Pops Memorial Mass will be December 17.