Iselin Union Cemetery

NEW CHURCH PASTOR The Iselin Community Church would like to introduce to the community their new pastor. Pastor Patrick Yacowis from Vandergrift is now officiating the Iselin Church service. The Service is every Sunday at 11:00 am. The congregation has emphasized they would like to see more community support including new memberships. They are hoping to see you on Sunday at the service.... the staff--

CONTACTS : Skip McCullough--Pres. 724-639-3901 Jerry Ditch--V-Pres. 724-639-9872... Alex Semuskie--Grounds 724-726-5778 See more

COMMENTARY As we approach the holidays, the Board of Directors would like to extend to the community a heartfelt wish for a very Happy Thanksgiving,a joyous and blessed Christmas and a healthy and prosperous New Year.We are all hoping for a better 2021, when we can again travel freely to visit our family and friends. We would also like to remind everyone to treat one another with decency and respect, remembering that we are all in this together. No one person is always right ...and no one person is always wrong. Collectively we will see the same light at the end of the tunnel. Please stay safe and be there for others. the staff--

Winter Schedule: The scheduled monthly Directors meeting will observe their winter schedule starting December. Next regular meeting will be second week in February. During this time the Board of Directors will remain active to address any and all matters reguarding the I.U.C. Stay safe and stay healthy. the staff--

UPDATE: Veterans Memorial We are sure some, if not all of you have noticed the large stone near the white cross at the cemetery. This Stone was initally intended as the backdrop for the Veterans Memorial.The stone which was placed on a footer months ago has settled creating significant deterioration. Large chips and flaking from the stone makes it not feasible to be used as such.... The Memorial commitee is now in the process of locating a new stone or any other proper backdrop. Therefore this project will be put on hold for the unforeseeable future. If anyone has any ideas or thoughts concerning this matter please feel free to contact any board member. The Memorial Commitee has announced that if all goes according to plan, the Memorial will be ready for dedication by next Memorial Day. the staff- I

MONTHLY MEETING The regular scheduled meeting for November will be on the 10th at 6:00 pm at the recreation hall in the Iselin Community Church, All safety protocol will be in effect due to the Covid 19. All Board Members are encouraged to attend, due to needed attention on a number of issues. As always the public is welcomed to express their views or concerns. Please let the board know if any improvement is needed or wanted on their Face book page.... the staff..

THANK YOU The I.U.C.staff would like to extend a sincere thank you to Ken Schirato and the Iselin/West Lebanon volenteer fire company. Last week they brought water to the cemetery and filled the reserve tank. The cemetery relies on rainwater for their needs. No rain no water! Just another example of our hometown hero's at work. They always seem to be on hand when needed. As a community lets not forget their dedication to our town and surrounding area. a HUGE ATTA-BOY to Ken... and his fellow members.. the staff--

MEMORIAL DAY SURPRISE !! A small gathering was on hand to enjoy the Post 57 Honor Guard ceremonies. For the few that arrived early they were treated to some traditional Memorial Day music. A family gathered in Section 1 to honor and celebrate their Great Great Grandparents. The music they heard was a family member playing the Bag Pipe. " Pictured Here". Indeed a rare and beautiful tribute seldom seen, if ever, at the Iselin Cemetery. Skip snapped the picture as a remembrance of the surprise. skip--