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Gold Wing Road Riders Association
PA District Chapter PA-P Pittsburgh, PA
“Friends for Fun, Safety & Knowledge”
December 2019 Monthly Gathering is at Eat n Park in Bellevue (Avalon)
1002 Ohio River Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15202 Breakfast 8:30 am Gathering 10:00 am
Next Gathering January 18, 2020
5- Alan Cowfer 30- Myra Benedict
If you are no longer a member of GWRRA or in another Chapter, please contact: GWRRA Customer Service at 1-800-843-9460 or online at gwrra.org/members.
News Editor- Ellie Cowfer
Inside this Edition
Page 2 PA-P Chapter Director Article – “Miller Time”
Page 3 District Directors’ Article
Page 4 PA-P Chapter COY and MEC
Page 5 GWRRA – PA District – PA-P Teams
Page 6 The Funny Bone
Page 7 District Educator’s Article
Page 8 Calendar of Events
Page 19 Travels of Yinzer
Page 10 Chapter PA-I ACW
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Chapter Director’s Page “Miller Time”
With a very heavy heart, I am announcing that our Chapter Director, Marty, has passed away
Tuesday, November 25th from a stroke. He and his wife, Karen, have been Chapter P’s Director
since 2007 and has served more than their allotted term.
Marty had a great sense of humor and you could ask him anything about motorcycles and he knew
the answer. At our GWRRA rallies and conventions you could always see him with his camera
snapping and filming pictures of everyone…some very funny pictures, too. Those who knew him in
our GWRRA family will miss him.
He loved his family very much and was involved with many family functions. Arrangements are being
made and details will be forth coming.
Let us pray for Karen and the family in this time of sadness and keep them in our thoughts and heart.
IN MEMORY OF MARTY MILLER
Submitted by Ellie Cowfer
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District Director’s Page
I hope everyone had a very Happy Thanksgiving and hopefully you did not stuff yourself like a turkey; I know I did. You would think I would know better. Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of the year and we have a lot to be thankful for. I hope you had a FUN day with family, friends and possibly your GWRRA family. Did any of you go out shopping on Black Friday? Although I’m not sure when Black Friday is anymore. Times have changed and store start their deals earlier and earlier every year. We are in the middle of “giving season”. We reach out to friends, family and neighbors we haven’t seen in a while. Is there someone from your GWRRA family you have not seen recently? Please take time to give them a phone call, send them a card, invite them to a chapter event. Let them know you miss them. Many chapters have or will be planning there 2020 chapter events, we hope you are planning on attending District events and other Chapter activities. It is a great way to get out and see your extended GWRRA family. GroupWorks is a great communication tool to keep everyone informed. The PA District Rally is May 14,15 & 16, 2020. The registration form for the rally can be found on the PA District website, the PA District page on GroupWorks in the events section and in the District newsletter. Don’t forget to book your hotel room at the Altoona Grand by calling 814-946-1631 and use code GWRRA to get the room rate of $95 with a hot breakfast. You cannot book your room online. Couple of the Year FUN Day is March 14th in Clearfield, PA at the Trinity United Methodist Church at 121 S Second Street. It is a FUN Day! And it is a great way to meet other Chapter Couples that have been given this very special honor. Officer Conference is April 18th in Clearfield, PA at the Trinity UMC at 121 S Second Street. Chapter officers are encouraged to attend to learn more about their position and other important information. Has your Chapter sold all of your PA District raffle tickets? Remember they make good Christmas gifts or stocking stuffers. They are an excellent way to say “thank you” to a whole list of people who help you during the year. Keep in mind for evey ticket you sell you are helping your Chapter. Ticket stubs and money need to be returned to Sharon Golanka, District Treasurer by January 15, 2020. Depending on where you live in our wonderful state, you may have already had snow. If you like a white Christmas, hopefully there will be a little snow to make the day festive. Don’t let the snow or cold weather slow you down, get out an participate with your chapter and GWRRA family. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah and a Safe and Happy New Year!
Your PA District Directors Harold and Diane Jackson
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COUPLE OF THE YEAR The end of 2019 is upon us and we reflect over the year of meeting so many GWRRA friends at the rallies, Chapters and conventions. How our family has grown with so many wonderful fun times. It has been a great privilege to be Couple of the Year for Chapter P and we hope we served our reign well. We wish the next couple to have an enjoyable time as we did.
Alan and Ellie Cowfer- Couple of the Year 2018-2019
Chapter M.E.C.
Christmas Party Special Drawing
This is the number of tickets for everyone who came to the gatherings, wore their shirts/vests and went on rides. I have already counted out the tickets and placed in a bowl. Don’t forget to bring your Gift Exchange gift for a male and female. I also planned an easy game for everyone to play and win another prize.
“Keep on Riding!” Ellie Cowfer Email: [email protected] Cell: 412-952
Marty Miller 18
Karen Miller 18
Dave Benedict 4
Myra Eck Benedict 4
Carl Erb 4
Camille Erb 3
Larry Meyer 12
Pat Meyer 12
Ellie Cowfer 20
Alan Cowfer 20
Han Speekhout 1
Wendy Speekhout 1
John Richards
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GWRRA Team
Team GWRRA
GWRRA Website Home Office, Phoenix, AZ 800-843-9460 www.gwrra.org
Director of GWRRA Jere & Sherry Goodman [email protected]
Director’s Assistant Tom & Renee Wasluck 570-474-1014 [email protected]
Director of Rider Education Susan & George Huttman 828-368-2249 [email protected]
Director of Membership Enhancement Larry & Penny Anthony 205-492-9728 [email protected]
Director of GWRRA University Clara & Fred Boldt 641-484-5140 [email protected]
Director of Finance Randall & Janet Drake 303-933-6073 [email protected]
Director of Motorist Awareness Mike & Barri Critzman 760-486-3405 [email protected]
ICOY – USA NE Territory - Year 2019/2020 Bob & Liz Fowler (NJ District)
PA District Team
PA District Website www.gwrrapadist.org
District Director - D-E-I-N-P-Q Harold & Diane Jackson 814-589-1307 [email protected]
Assistant District Director – C-S-T-W Chris & Christie Hull 814-766-2286 [email protected]
Assistant District Director - B-K-V-Y Mike & Shirley Prince 717-495-5400 [email protected]
Assistant District Director – H-M-R-X Open for candidate
District Treasurer Sharon & Ed Golanka 724-938-7876 [email protected]
District Membership Enhancement Pat Delo 814-328-5133 [email protected]
District Educator Chuck & Evelyn Stone 814-652-6554 [email protected]
District Ride Coordinator Diane Jackson 814-589-1307 [email protected]
District Motorist Awareness Open for candidate
Senior District University Coordinator Gerry & Bonnie VanArt 570-759-9304 [email protected]
Assistant District University Coordinator Tim & Crystal Brakebill 724-816-9934 [email protected]
District Couple of Year Coordinator John & Glenda Leib 717-766-5467 [email protected]
District Couple of the Year - 2019/2020 Chris & Christie Hull 814-766-2286 [email protected]
District Newsletter Editor Pat Cole 814-726-2673 [email protected]
District Webmaster Mike & Darlene Ammerman 412-795-6685 [email protected]
District PEDS List Coordinator Mike & Shirley Prince 717-495-5400 [email protected]
District Roll for the Dough Bonnie & Gerry VanArt 570-759-9304 [email protected]
District Goodies Coordinator Dave & Cindy Marconi 814-781-6383 [email protected]
PA-P Chapter Team
PA-P Website www.chapterp.com
Chapter Director Marty & Karen Miller 412-563-4924 [email protected]
Assistant Chapter Directors Open for Candidate
Chapter Treasurer Larry Meyer 724-224-1716 [email protected]
Chapter Membership Enhancement Ellie Cowfer 412-952-3506 [email protected]
Chapter Ride Coordinator Open for Candidate
Chapter Newsletter Editor Ellie Cowfer 412-952-3506 [email protected]
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“THE FUNNY BONE”
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District Educator’s Page
With the cold weather moving in I think that most of us have started to prepare the
wings for winter storage. Something you should consider doing before putting the wing away for the season is
a T-CLOCK inspection.
TIRES: Your tires may need to be replaced. Now would be the time to start this project rather than
waiting for the spring riding season to start.
CLUTCH: Check the clutch and brake reservoirs. Are they low in fluid or has the fluid turned a very
dark color? If they have you should change both the clutch and brake fluid now.
LUBRICANTS: How long has it been since you changed your anti-freeze. Remember your anti-freeze
has been working hard to keep your engine cool and to lubricate your water pump. MAKE SURE you use the
proper anti-freeze when changing, as not all types of anti-freeze will work in your Wing.
OIL: You may wait until spring to change your oil but I personally do not think it is a good idea to leave
the old oil in the engine over the winter because it contains acids as well as old oil has a tendency to turn to
sludge as it sets and the dirt sinks to the bottom of the engine case.
CABLES & CONTROLS: You should check your throttle and choke cables for smooth operation. Make
sure the throttle returns with a snap and to an idle when released. The choke, if equipped, also needs to work
smoothly and to return to the open position
KICKSTAND: Does your kickstand have free movement and a good spring to pull it up? Look at the switches
and check the operation with the switch on. Check the center stand’s return spring for smooth operation.
In addition to the T-Clock inspection, you should check the battery terminals and make sure they are clean and
the water level in the battery is at the proper level.
If you are not going to run your motorcycle at least once a month during storage, you should put the battery
tender on to keep the level of charge up to the maximum level.
Last but not least you should clean up the wing, wax it and cover it for the winter storage season to protect it
from dust.
If you take the above precautions, you should be ready to go in the spring and have an enjoyable riding season
having done your preparation during the winter season while the bike is being stored.
Ride Safe and Ride Proud
Chuck & Evelyn Stone
PA District Educators
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PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS SO YOU DON’T MISS THE FUN!
DECEMBER 2019
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Beto’s Pizza
Banskville Rd
6:30 pm
Happy Birthday
Alan
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Christmas Party
Grieco’s
4:00 pm
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
29 30 31 Happy Birthday
Myra
WE HOPE EVERYONE HAS WONDERFUL HOLIDAYS WITH YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS, ELLIE AND ALAN! JANUARY 2020 RIDE PLANNING DATE- TBD ALL SCHEDULES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
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The Travels of Yinzer
Yinzer showed up at our weekday dinner at King’s on Neville Island.
Yinzer attended our gathering November 16 and enjoyed meeting Shawn
Tambellini, a newly joined GWRRA member. She sat quietly listening to
everything that was been said and is excited for 2020. She had the pleasure of
posing with our District Directors, Harold and Diane Jackson, which just tickled
her fancy. Don’t worry Larry…her heart belongs to you!
Yinzer is excited to enjoy our Christmas Party at Grieco’s and will have her Santa hat on for the fun!
Yinzer’s favorite saying….Ride On!
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*SAVE THE DATE**
PA District All Chapters West June 12-14, 2020
Treasure the Experience with PA - I at Treasure Lake KOA Dubois, PA Good Food, Good Friends, Good Fun, And Treasured Memories to be Made! We will be creating and providing a flyer for this event with the detailed information with the next month. I am waiting for additional information from the KOA regarding rates which is holding us up a little bit. Hope everyone is enjoying the summer. Dana and Danise Hartle PA-I Chapter Director
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“HAPPY SMILES FROM CHAPTER PA-P”
