Carol Reisinger Frost
Carol Reisinger Frost, 87, of Narberth PA and Lenoxville PA, died peacefully on February 19 at her home in Narberth. She and her late husband Robert Thompson "Thom" Frost were married for more than 60 years.
Born in Baltimore, she was the daughter of William Paul and Marie (Kroh) Reisinger. A graduate of Towson High School in Maryland, Carol earned a BA in history and English from Goucher College. She was a historian for the Corps of Engineers and a middle school teacher in Towson. She moved with her family to Schenectady, NY and later Berwyn, PA. She sang in the Great Valley Chorale and founded the Cultural Supplements Committee for the Tredyffrin/Easttown PTA, bringing hundreds of elementary school childen to hear the Philadelphia Orchestra. When her children were older she resumed teaching and was active as a substitute for T/E Middle and Conestoga High Schools. She and her husband persued many interests throughout life, including skiing, gardening, camping, and ballroom and square dancing. They took on family projects such as renovating a dilapidated 19th century farmhouse in Lenoxville within sight of Elk Mountain, and helping their son build a beachfront cottage on one of Virginia's barrier islands. During retirement in Accomac VA, she continued to enjoy playing piano and church organ, and was a member of Ye Accamacke Garden Club while caring for her mother. She and her husband continued to spend a great deal of time at their farm, where they belonged to the Rail-Trail Council of Northeastern Pennsylvania. They enjoyed attending operas at the Kennedy Center and traveled extensively to pursue their historical and cultural interests.
Carol is survived by their children Kathleen Springsteed of Glendale CA, Susan Todhunter of Pittsburgh PA, Tom Jr. of Lenoxville, Christine Red of Narberth, Amy Frost Baumgarten of Arlington VA; grandchildren Hans Brown, Erika Brown, Ian Todhunter, Audrey Todhunter Mithani, Emily Red, Jackson Red and Sarah Baumgarten; and greatgrandson Ayaan Mithani. Her brother, William Paul Jr., predeceased her.
A private service was held at her home and burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Rail-Trail Council of Northeastern Pennsylvania (please mail checks payable to Rail-Trail Council of Northeastern Pennsylvania to: P.O. Box 32, Union Dale, PA 18470/www.nepa-rail-trails.org); or to the Center for Neurodegenerative Disease Research at Penn Medicine (please mail checks payable to the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania to: Penn Medicine Development, Attn: Irene I. Lukoff, 3535 Market St., Suite 750, Phila., PA 19104-3309).
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SMSGT Harry Roy Potter, US Air Force Ret.
Harry Roy Potter was born Dec.17, 1948, the first child of Gerald Potter and the late Patricia Potter of Susquehanna, PA. He left this earth on Feb.4, 2013, EST, at his home in Buriram, Thailand, with his loving wife, Pim Subin Kudram, at his side. Harry grew up in Starrucca, PA and Thompson, PA, with most of his teen years at the family farm on Potter Hill Road, Thompson. After graduating from Susquehanna Community High School in 1966, he attended Penn State University, then entered the US Air Force in July 1968. He served proudly with a career that included duty in VietNam, and worldwide travel to many bases as a flight engineer. He also excelled as a training officer. Harry's service records include many awards, commendations and medals. He also achieved a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Northern Colorado. After his retirement from the USAF in July 1992, he had various places of employment, then settled in Fort Walton Beach, FL in Nov. 2000. Harry returned to Thompson in 2008, then in Sept. 2010 fulfilled his dream to return to Thailand, a country that was very special to him, and where he met and married Pim. On his passing, he was honored with a traditional Thai funeral. His cremains will be spread in Pattaya Bay, Thailand. A memorial service will be held in Thompson, PA at the convenience of his family.
Harry was very proud of his children: his son, Harry Gerald Potter of Acworth, GA, and his daughter, Christine Marie Potter of Summerville, SC. His grandson, Mason Potter, of Norman, OK, and his former daughter-in-law, Shannon Potter, of Norman, OK, also survive. In addition to his wife and father, Harry's survivors include his siblings and their spouses: Marcia and Arthur C. Edel of Downsville, NY, John and Donna Potter of HopBottom, PA, Brenda and Richard Tiffany of Thompson, PA, Kevin and Jin Potter of Fort Walton Beach, FL, and Charlise and William Albert of Hallstead, PA. His brother, Roger Potter, predeceased him in 2004. He is also survived by two nieces, seven nephews, a grandniece, a grandnephew, an aunt, Joyce Cline, of Vestal, NY, an uncle, David Potter, of Susquehanna, PA, four cousins and their families; Harry G's mother and stepfather, Pranom and Paul Atcherson of Crestview, FL, and Christine's mother and stepfather, Lorie and Steve Wayland of Summerville, SC. Harry Roy Potter is greatly missed by all of his family and friends.
Leland Melvin Ross
Leland Melvin Ross, 91, died February 22, 2013. After serving in the Army during WW II, he lived in Binghamton, NY and finally settled in Hallstead, PA where he became a long-time local businessman. Leland owned and operated Ross Garage and engaged in additional small business ventures. He ran school buses for the Blue Ridge School District (1959-1982). He and his wife Doris enjoyed RV camping and traveling extensively around the U.S. and Canada. They especially enjoyed wintering in central Florida.
Leland is survived by Doris Benedict Ross, his beloved wife of 70 years. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Elizabeth Ross Smith of Hallstead, his only sister Cecile Fleming (Howard) of Binghamton, NY, and his youngest son, Alan Leroy of Hallstead, PA. Surviving sons and wives include: William (Janet) of Lititz, PA; James (Jean) of Apalachin, NY; John (Gwen) of Hallstead, PA; Robert (Twila) of Bedford, VA. Also surviving are 13 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren, including his namesake, Leland Thomas Ross, and numerous nieces and nephews. He is also suvived by two special cousins, Pauline and Donald Williams.
The family wants to extend special thanks to all the excellent staff from the Hospice of the Sacred Heart for the care and support they provided to Leland and the family. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial donations to the Hospice or the charity of your choice.
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