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12/17/07

I took a walk around Hole in One Circle this morning. Here are some images of what I saw.


The Dumpster at the southwest corner is looking shabby again.  It seems that people need another reminder that this dumpster is for BURNABLE trash only.  The bike clearly does not fit that description.

A closer look revealed a discarded printer and a ceramic table lamp.

Instructions for disposing of unwanted items that are not burnable can be found on page 13 of your telephone directory.

The area to the south of the maintenance building on the southwest corner of the property, is begining to look like someone's home away from home.

Just because it not as visible to the person walking or driving by, doesn't change the fact that this junk needs to be disposed of in a proper fashion and not left around to attract various pests.


This caught my eye at the southwest end of the tennis courts.  I had heard that over the last couple of months someone had pushed the gate in (presumably to play tennis) making the padlocked latch innefective.  Apparently, our workers have improvised a slightly more secure way to urge users of the court to enter through the gate near the pro shop.



On a much more positive note, these holiday decorations caught my eye and may be deserving of special mention when discussing our buildings' efforts to reflect a holiday spirit this year.

At the right, I thought it was a nice touch to incorporate the building's bench (usually in use near the elevator for the comfort of those who need to wait for their neighbors to gather).



This little bird (probably a cousin of the one on the bench) has a cute little touch.  He's holding (or being held up by) a ball retriever.

Neat idea!!  I just hope that the donor doesn't lose too many balls out on the course before the decorations get dismantled next month.






12/10/07

We are sad to report that Bill McKeon passed away on Tuesday, December 4, 2007.  Bill and his wife Kathy were long-time renters here at Golfview, most recently in Glen Abbey.  This note is from Kathy.

To our dear friends and family,
 
After a difficult last few weeks, Bill passed away peacefully on Tuesday. He was home at the time, a place where he wished to be when the time came. We will miss him dearly. He cherished the friendships he had with all of you and the support you showed him in his time of need. Please stay in touch and keep him in your thoughts and prayers.
 
Sincerely,
 
Kathy and family
 
Obituary


If you wish to send condlences to Kathy and the family, here is their address:

8 Windpath West
West Springfield, MA 01089


11/30/07

At yesterday's morning's Board of Governors meeting, the Board voted to rescind the action of last April authorizing the installation of "pavers" on Golfview's pool decks.  The Board then voted to install a product called "pebble-flex" on the pool decks.  A sample of the product was examined by board members and other owners present at the meeting (see picture below).





11/28/07
















We are sad to report the passing of
Vivian Baker (Pebble Beach)
on October 31, 2007.

We learned of her death from this card (right) sent to Dennis Catoe by Vivian's daughter, Susan.







11/21/07
We received a note from the owner of the car referred to in the 11/6/07 News-Flash.  He indicates that as soon as he saw the picture he made contacts back at Golfview and had the situation corrected.    Even though he had the car covered and "bungeed" down, weather won out and the cover disintegrated. 
This just serves to remind us all that it is a good idea to have someone keeping an eye on our place when we are away.

11/6/07

Look what happened over the summer to this car parked on the south side of Hole in One Circle.  And that was without a hurricane coming by.
Perhaps the owner can contact a friend or neighbor and have this mess taken care of.

10/23/07
Work started Monday morning (10/22) on a new house being built on Swan Ct. (immediately adjacent to Golfview's walking path along the west end of the property).  Here is the first picture of the clearing.


Click here for additional images.


10/14/07

We are sad to report that Tom Berrian (Westchester 109) passed away Friday morning (10/12). 
Condolence cards may be sent to:
Omar Bustamanta
114-49 114th Street
Ozone Park, NY  1420-1901

10/3/07
Here is the official obituary for Virginia Anderson:

Virginia Anderson, 78, of Ellisville, MO and Ft. Myers, FL passed away September 30, 2007 at HealthPark Hospital, Ft. Myers, Florida.  She was born June 8, 1929 in Louisville, KY.  She was the eldest child of Robert and Sally (Deavers) Packwood, both deceased.  She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Harry T. Anderson, daughter Deb Anderson (Paul Nees) Twinsburg, OH and son Mark Anderson (Shari Kelly) of North Las Vegas, NV.
 
Precious grandchildren include Samantha Anderson, Jake Nees, Elizabeth Kelly and Rachel Kelly.  Also surviving are sister Dorothy Hayes, New Whiteland IN, and brothers William (Linda) Packwood, Henryville IN and Ronald (Christine) Packwood, Morrisville NY.  Preceding her in death were two brothers, Thomas Packwood of Oregon and Richard Packwood of Jeffersonville.
 
She was a member of Green Trails United Methodist Church, Chesterfield MO and a former member of DePauw Memorial United Methodist Church, New Albany IN.
 
In lieu of flowers, the family sincerely appreciates your contributions in her memory be made to further the cause of ALS research at
 
ALS Division of MDA
Commerce Bank
8050 Big Bend Blvd.
St. Louis, MO   63119
Where 100% of gifts received go entirely for research.

 
The family will receive friends at Seabrook, Dieckmann & Neville Funeral Home, 1846 E. Oak Street, New Albany, IN on Tuesday, October 16, 2007 from 3-7pm, followed by a memorial service at 7pm.  The Rev. Ted Murphy will officiate. 

There will be a Memorial for Virginia at Golfview at a later date.

Condolences may be sent to Harry Anderson at his Golfview address:
14771 Hole in One Cir.
#302
Fort Myers, FL  33919


9/30/07
We are sad to report that Virginia Anderson (Westchester) passed away this morning at 6:50 AM.
She is survived by her husband Harry Anderson.
His address is:
14771 Hole in One Circle, #302
Fort Myers, FL  33919

A Memorial for Virginia is being planned for the Golfview Community in January, 2008.



9/17/07

Therese Panek, Turnberry #307, passed away on Sunday, September 16th
at 5:30 p.m.  She is survived by her husband, Clayton.
His address is:

2084 E. Vierling Drive            
Shakopee, MN  55379   
Phone:  952-445-2263 

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9/16/07
We just received word that Stanley Stycznski (Muirfield 204) passed away sometime in August.

Cards may be sent to his wife, Arlene, at:
1023 St. Lucille Dr.
Schenectady, N.Y. 

518-356-3768.

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8/25/07

Donna Markusen sent along this shot of the construction activity at the corner of Lakewood Dr. and Summerlin Woods Rd.  I'd guess that the "dry" weather has been helpful to the process.




7/10/07

We are sad to report that Jean Johnson (St. Andrews) passed away on July 5 at Hope Hospice in Bonita Springs.  She will be cremated. A memorial service will be planned this fall.  We don't have an address for the familly, but condolences may be sent in care of Jean's address: 14831 Hole in One Circle, #109, Fort Myers, FL  33919.



Jean was featured on the front page of the Golfviews newsletter in April, 2000.  You might want to review that article at this link:  http://www.golfview-grc.com/Golfviews/2.3/Golfviews231.html


7/1/07

On a three-day visit to Golfview last week (6/24-6/26) I had a chance to take a look at three projects which are progressing in the neighborhood.
You can take a look at pictures from each of those.

Summerlin Place
--a residential development is being tucked in between Lakewood Blvd, Summerlin Woods, and The Park. 
The land has been cleared and the loss of trees is startling.
Click here for more pictures and information.

The "Flyover" at Gladiolus and Summerlin is now functioning and work on the surface roads is progressing.  You may be interested in the new traffic patterns that are developing at Lakewood and Gladiolus.
Click here for more pictures and information.

Work on the 2nd, 3trd, and 4th floor walkways at St. Andrews is proceeding.  It seems that moisture seeped through cracks and caused some of the concrete to fall off and threaten some of the underlying rebar.
Click here for more pictures and information.



5/23/07
I received this update on the clubhouse theft today from Dave Formosa:

Vince,
 
I received a call from the lee county sheriffs department on May 23rd about the theft of the t.v.
They did not get any fingerprints. They have no leads. They said they were informed of 2 suspicious people in the Golfview area on or about the time of the burglary. This information turned up nothing. They said they monitor E- BAY and also the pawn shops for the t.v. If anyone in the Golfview community heard or seen  anything out of the ordinary that night, (Monday Evening May 14th or Tuesday Morning May 15th.) they should notify the Golfview office. The case is still open but inactive. If any new news comes up they will contact us and I or Dennis will contact you to pass it on to the other residents on the web site.
 
Have a great summer.
David Formosa


5/18/07
What is wrong with this picture?



Scroll down just a little and you'll see that some burglars stole the new TV that was installed just one month earlier. 
The theft occured on the night of May 13, 2007. 

If any owner or guest saw any suspicious activity around the clubhouse that evening you are encouraged to contact Dennis Catoe with details.

4/11/07


In case you're away, or haven't been to the clubhouse recently, here's a pic of the new Flatscreen, High Definition, TV that has been installed in the clubhouse.  We are told that the screen measures 61".

Comcast has connected it with its HD/Digital package, and we're working to get the Music Channels included...to provide appropriate background music when needed for clubhouse events.



4/9/07
Golfview's mail carrier, Angela Meyer, is to be married on May 6 of this year. 
If you want to send wedding wishes to her and John (Stratton), her address
is 2313 Woodland Blvd., 33907.  She is not registered anywhere.


3/31/07
Stan Yanik (Muirfield 201)
Stanley W. Yanik of Allentown, died Thursday March 29, 2007 in the Inpatient Hospice Unit at Lehigh Valley Hospital, 17th and Chew streets, Allentown. He was born in Northampton, son of the late John and Mary (Sidor) Yanik. He was the husband of Jean (Kametz) Yanik. They celebrated their 53rd wedding anniversary November 2006. He worked for AT&T and Western Electric for 37 years. After retiring, he worked for the Dial Corporation as a sales representative for eight years. While at Western Electric, he received the largest award in company history for employee suggestions toward improvement of job performance. He was a member of the Lucent Pioneers Club. Stanley was a charter member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Salisbury Township. He was a veteran of the Army during World War II, serving in the European Theater. Stanley loved to swim and play golf. Survivors:Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, April 2, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. in St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 1040 Flexer Ave., Allentown, Pa. 18103. Calling hour will be from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the church. Burial will be private. Connell Funeral Home Inc., 245 E. Broad St., Bethlehem, Pa. is in charge of arrangements. Send online condolences to: www.connellfuneral.com.
Contributions:
May be made to Lehigh Valley Hospice, 2166 S. 12th St., Allentown, PA 18103.  He will be lovingly remembered by his wife; son, Edward M. Yanik of Allentown; sister, Irene Scannell of Catasauqua, Pa.; several nieces, nephews.

Stan and Jean posed for this picture during the construction of Augusta.

Picture compliments of Kay and John Yanochko.
Condolences can be sent to his wife, Jean, at 820 Americus Drive, Allentown, PA  18103-3611



3/27/07
We are sad to report that Karen Hall, Turnberry 209, passed away yesterday morning.

There will be a service for Karen at the American Legion Post #274 on Friday, March 30 at 1:00 P.M.  A reception will follow.



This American Legion Post is located at 899 Buttonwood Drive.  (Summerlin to San Carlos, left on San Carlos to Buttonwood Drive).



Donations can be made in Karen's memory to:
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
5005 LBJ Fwy , Ste 250
Dallas, TX  75244



Condolence cards can be sent to Mike and his family at 14911 Hole in One Circle, #209.




3/16/07

We are sad to report that Sharon Stermer (Sawgrass, PH8) passed away on Sunday, March 11, 2007.
Condolences may be sent to her husband, James, at 3 Creekview Lane, Strasburg, PA  17579-9623.
Donations in Sharon's memory can be made to Hospice of Lancaster County, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA  17604-4125.


Click here for Sharon's death notice.


3/13/07

Have you walked along the west border of Golfview lately?  If not, you're in for a new view as you near the Popham gate.



Want to see more photos?  Click here.

3/5/07

Margaret Stokes has announced that the planned trip to Seaworld has been cancelled due to insufficient interest.

2/27/07

We have just learned that Bob Mai (Inverness) passed away last Tuesday, February 20, 2007.  Condolences may be sent to Bob's wife, Patricia, at 14811 Hole In One Circle, #204; Fort Myers, FL  33919.  Click here for the obituary which ran in the Cincinnati Post on February, 22, 2007.


2/26/07
We are sad to report that George Somers (husband of Alice Somers--Glen Abbey) passed away on Thursday evening, February 22, 2007 after a long illness.  A memorial Mass in his honor was celebrated today at St. Columbkille Catholic Church.  Condolences may be addressed to Alice at 14941 Hole in One Circle, #307, Fort Myers, FL  33919.


2/22/07


SEA WORLD

Nice Price, Short Deadline, Great Fun.  This combination partially describes the Golfview Bus Trip being planned to Sea World.
Click here for Details.  And, please do not delay getting your reservation in.

2/19/07

We have just learned that Richard Packwood, brother of Virginia Anderson (Westchester 302) passed away early this morning.  The Andersons are heading to Indiana to attend the memorial services.  Condolences may be sent to Virginia at 14771 Hole in One Circle, #302, Fort Myers, FL  33919.

2/18/07
We are sad to report that Norman Eisenberg (Inverness 209) passed away today, February 18th, 2007.

Services will be held in St. Louis.  Details are pending.  Condolences may be directed to Norman's wife, Betty, at 14811 Hole In One Circle, #209; Fort Myers, FL  33919.


2/16/07

Did you know that currently there are 211 owners (just over half) here at Golfview who are paying their monthly maintenance fees using the "auto pay" system.  Using this system can save the Golfview community a "fair amount" of money.  If you haven't explored this idea, please consider discussing the matter with Dennis Catoe.  He is able to set up the automatic payments in just a few minutes.

2/14/07
This obituary was published in today's Fort Myers News-Press:
Donald Henry Benton

Obituary

Donald Henry Benton, 70 of Perth, New York and a winter resident of Fort Myers died February 12, 2007 at Joanne's House in Bonita Springs.

Among survivors are his wife Marlene Sammons Keeling Benton, sons, Donald (Yvette) Benton of Fort Myers and Steve Benton of Naples, step-children, Debra (Kevin) Quinn and Richard W. (Jeanne) Keeling, and five grandchildren, Kayla Benton, Alyssa Benton, Sherri Quinn, Joseph Quinn and Katherine Keeling.

Private services were held for family. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his honor to Joanne' House c/o Hope Hospice, 9470 HealthPark Circle, Ft. Myers, Florida 33908.

Kiser Funeral Home

481-4341.


2/12/07

With sadness we must report that Don Benton (Augusta 103) passed away this morning at Hospice. 
Condolences can be sent to his wife, Marlene, at 14871 Hole in One Circle, 33919.

We will post additional information when it is available.


2/7/07
Another Author at Golfview
Dennis Billingham writes:
Are you aware that another author lives here at Golfview in Pinehurst?


click to enlarge


Bill Rybolt is a published writer and his book “Stonewalled” is one of three to be released world wide and is available at most book stores like Barnes and Noble.

Maybe you would like to post this one also for our friends and neighbours to learn about and maybe the book club would like him as a speaker.

I am sure he would love it.



1/31/07
JoAnne Frueh, Turnberry 108, passed away peacefully at Hope Hospice following a long illness.  JoAnne was the widow of Dick Frueh.

The viewing is scheduled tomorrow, February 1 from 3:00 - 6:00 P.M. at Kiser Funeral Home, 9231 Cypress Lake Drive (across from Dairy Queen).


The Mass will be Friday, February 2, 10:00 A.M. at The Church of the Resurrection, 8121 Cypress Lake Drive.  The funeral service will follow the Mass at Fort Myers Memorial Gardens.

Donations in JoAnne's memory can be made to Hope Hospice, 9470 Health Park Circle, Ft. Myers, FL 33908. 

Condolence cards may be sent to JoAnn's family at 14911 Hole in One Circle, #108.

Click here to view JoAnne's obituary published in the News-Press.

1/29/07
New Life at Golfview


Ten, count 'em TEN, little ducklings.  Click here for a closer look.

1/27/07
The Fort Myers News Press published today had Jack Hibbs obituary in it.  Click here to view the article.

1/26/07

Synopsis:

Hey Mom, Is Daddy Off? - Memoirs of a New York City Transit Cop

James Lowney tells the tales of his youth and growing up in the Bronx during the 1940s and 50s in Hey Mom, Is Daddy Off? He shares his experience of living in the shadows of Yankee Stadium, as well as attending baseball games there and at the Polo Grounds. He describes how it was growing up on the streets of the Bronx, playing street games and leaving the Bronx for Queens to attend high school. Lowney also tells how he met the love of his life, Anita, got married and raised a family while working for the New York City Transit Police Department.

ISBN:  1-60002-104-2
Book Size:  5 x 8
Num. Pages:  241

Author's Bio:

James J. Lowney

James Lowney, born in the Bronx, New York, is now retired from the New York City Transit Police Department and lives in Florida with his wife, Anita. They enjoy traveling the globe and visiting with their children and grandchildren.

Jim Lowney, Pinehurst, has just had a book published.  He tells us that it is now catalogued at the Lee Public Library and for sale at a number of Websites.




















1/25/07
Updates on Addresses/Donations for Gordon Clumsky and Jack Hibbs

Donations can be made in Jack's memory to Hope Hospice.

Please use this address if making a donation in Gordon's name.
St. Andrews Episcopal Church
521 N. Sherman Ave.
Liberal, KS 67901
If doing so, ask that an acknowledgement be sent to his wife, Brigitta Clumsky.
 
1/24/07
Update on Phyllis Simmerman's mother:
Services for Phyllis Simmerman's mother will be in Kentucky.

If you wish, you can make a donation in memory of Leora Skaggs to:

Billy Graham Ministries
1 Billy Graham Paarkway
Charlotte, NC.  28201

Please ask that an acknowledgement to be sent to:
Phyllis Simmerman
14771 Hole in One Circle
Fort Myers, FL  33919


1/24/07


Jack Hibbs, Inverness 210, passed away Tuesday evening following a lengthy illness. 
Jack served the Golfview community in many ways, including "Documents Committee," member and President of the Inverness Board of Directors, and member of the Golfview Board of Governors.  He will be missed by everyone.

The family will have a private service. 

Send condolences to his wife, Kay, at 14811 Hole in One Circle, #210, 33919.

1/23/07

Brigitta and Gordon Clumsky
May 20, 2006


We have just received word that Gordon Clumsky, Westchester PH 4, passed away this afternoon after a long illness. 
Condolences can be sent to his wife, Brigitta, at 210 Lilac Drive, Liberal, KS  67901. 
More info will be provided as it becomes available.



1/18/07
The newly opened section of the "Ten Mile Linear Park" was explored today by Vince O'Connor and Jim (JR) Markusen.  Using a route from Golfview through Lakes Park and along Gladiolus/Six Mile to the park entrance, the round trip was 12 miles long and took about an hour.  Eventually the trail will extend all the way to downtown Fort Myers on the north end, and could be extended south to Jamaica Bay or even as far as Hiway 41.



Link to additional information about the Lee County Parks.


1/1/07

We received word that Joe Mehler, husband of Betty, in Pebble Beach  PH3 has died. 
Joe had an accident at home about a week ago and was hospitalized in the Philadelphia
area where he died this past week. 
(Betty is the sister of Gloria Calise in Pebble Beach #310.)

Condolences can be sent to Betty Mehler
102 Stratford Ct
Lansdale, Pa  19446