We have nothing but praise for all the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home employees. At the time of such sorrow in the loss of our Son Benton our family was treated with gentle care and kindness. The quality of care for our son and respect given to him was such a comfort. Thank You From The Manypenny’s.
This is the letter I wrote to my Father for Father’s Day 2025 (This is long so I figured I’d better type it than write it) Dear Dad: This Father’s Day, I want to thank you-not just for being my father for almost 65 years, but for being such a good one. Growing up, I wasn’t exactly the easiest kid to figure out. I always felt a bit awkward trying to fit in and knowing how I was supposed to be as a little boy. You always stood beside me. You were the cub master when I was in cub scouts and coached Little League which I sucked at and was probably painful for both of us. LOL. Still you coached the team, you wore the cap and cheered me on, even when I struck out…again and again. When I discovered photography, you didn’t just nod and say “cool.” You helped me get a camera and went trudging through snowy woods with me, both of us looking for the perfect shot. (I think we got a few, but really, the best part was being with you.) You taught me what money really means. When I wanted a 10 speed bike and you said, “I’ll pay for half if you earn the rest,” I thought it was a trick. Turns out, it was one of the best lessons I’ve ever learned: that nothing comes free, and if you want something, you work for it. I am also grateful for your amazing sense of humor and your natural curiosity in things that make you one of the smartest people I know. I’d like to think I got both those qualities from you knowing that laughter and wonder keep us young and keep us growing. Through the years – the highs, the lows, the detours and dead-ends – you never gave up on me. Or my sisters. And that steady, unconditional love has meant more than you’ll ever know. I don’t know how many more Father’s Days we’ll get, but I didn’t want to miss the chance to say it now: Thank you. For the time, the lessons, the sacrifices, the support, the love, the laughter and learning…oh, yea, and the Dad jokes. Love, Your son Lary Jon