Gateway Youth Hockey Update

on January 6, 2014

Mites – The Mite Bobcats lost a pair of games this weekend. The hard-working team lost to Nantucket 9 to 4 but paced a much closer game against Martha’s Vineyard, losing 19-18. Leading scorers were Juni Suarez, Derek Gauvin and Trendyn Medeiros and Michael Radek. Great defense by Brayden Cannon and Brayden Hathon.

Squirt Grizzlies – The Squirt Grizzlies defeated YD 5-1 in a Cape League game at Tony Kent arena on Saturday, Chris Gauvin had a hat trick and Tyler Lovendale and Matt Quinlan each added a goal. Ryker King was solid in net to earn the win. The Grizzlies face off against Duxbury in Hyannis next Sunday 1/12 at 8:40am.

Pee Wee Warriors – Steven Strachan earned the shutout against Weymouth as the Gateway Warriors rang in the New Year with a 4-0 victory Jan. 1. Jared Westgate, Jackson St. Don, and Noah DeMoranville played strong defensively, as the Warriors were again forced to rotate only three blue-liners throughout the entire game. Westgate also led his team offensively, finishing with two goals. Robert Ramsay assisted Jake DeMoranville’s one-timer, netting his ninth goal of the season. DeMoranville also tallied his ninth assist of the season, while brother Ben scored unassisted.

An excellent team-effort led the Gateway Warriors to their 15th Yankee Conference win Jan. 5th, downing the Lower Cape Coyotes, 5-1. Ben DeMoranville led Warrior scoring with two goals and an assist. Robert Ramsay also netted a pair of goals. Jared Westgate and Jameson Woodward each chipped in with two assists. Danny Flynn scored his team-leading fifteenth goal, while Warrior leading playmaker Jake DeMoranville added his tenth assist of the season. Zachary Barris also had an assist. Westgate, Beth Davis, Noah DeMoranville, and Jackson St. Don limited Coyote scoring opportunities, while both Zachary Pateakos and Steven Strachan made some great saves in net for the Warriors. After the game, Lower Cape’s head coach complimented the Warrior effort, saying the team did a great job getting to the puck and winning its battles.

Pee Wee Predators – The Gateway Predators faced the first place Nantucket team in Sunday double header.

The first game was nothing to write home about as the Predators came out a little sluggish. Although a couple of the Nantucket scores came after missed offside calls, the Predators never got it going offensively, so it didn’t make much difference. Alex DeMarco played well in net and the score of 6-0 hardly reflected the effort put out by DeMarco.

In the second game, the Predators woke up and played the hockey they were capable of playing. The Predators jumped on the board in the first period on a goal from Tyler Lovendale, assisted by Quirino doCanto. The score remained 1-0 until early in the second period when Zack Lovendale put the Predators up by two on assists from doCanto and brother Tyler. Unfortunately, Nantucket made a furious comeback and took over the lead late in the second period. With about eight minutes left in the third period, Zack Lovendale netted his second goal of the game on a feed from defenseman, Coleby Paling. It was 3-3 until there were four minutes left when Nantucket snuck a wrap around in by goalie Zack Pateakos, who had an outstanding performance in net, turning away multiple break aways. Overall, it was probably one of the best games the Predators had played all season, but just came up short. They will play the second Nantucket team next weekend in another double header at Hetland Arena.

Jeanette B. (Lachapelle) Sullivan

on January 6, 2014

Jeanette B. (Lachapelle) Sullivan, 101, of Mattapoisett, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2014, at Alden Court in Fairhaven. She was the wife of the late Francis J. Sullivan.

Born and raised in New Bedford, the daughter of the late Adelard and Robea (Tellier) Lachapelle, she moved to Mattapoisett in 1974 and Wintered in Florida where she also became a resident in the 1980’s.

Jeanette was a homemaker and is survived by her six sons, Robert Sullivan and his wife Nancy of Florida, Francis Sullivan and his wife Marie of Florida, James Sullivan and his wife Louise of Mattapoisett, Thomas Sullivan and his wife Dina of North Carolina, Lawrence Sullivan and his wife Mary of Dartmouth and David Sullivan of Florida; 18 grandchildren; 38 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Sullivan was the sister of the late William and Henry Lachapelle.

Calling hours were held on Sunday in the Fairhaven Funeral Home, 117 Main Street, Fairhaven. Her funeral was held on Monday, January 6, 2014 from the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Anthony’s Church, in Mattapoisett. Interment was in Sacred Heart Cemetery #2, New Bedford.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Anthony’s Church, 22 Barstow St., Mattapoisett, MA 02739.

Ralph G. Hussey

on January 6, 2014

Ralph G. Hussey, 88, of Mattapoisett died Sunday December 29, 2013 at Tobey Hospital after a long illness. He was the husband of the late Margaret Austin (Paine) Hussey; they were married for 55 years.

Born in Salem, the son of the late Lillian (Gammans) and Harry Francis Hussey, he lived in Mattapoisett for many years.

Mr. Hussey was the former proprietor of a saw mill in Mattapoisett.

During World War II, he served in the U.S. Army with the 89th Infantry Division in the Rhineland, Central Europe, and France.

He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. “Pop” attended every school function and sporting event that his grandchildren were involved in.

His family would like to give a special thank you to Fairhaven Active Day for their wonderful care given to Ralph.

He is survived by three children, Marsha G. Giordano and her husband William, George P. Hussey and his partner Ruth Ellen Geoffrey, and Frances P. Vickers and her husband Timothy; 10 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

A memorial celebration will be held at a later date. Arrangements are by the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd., Route 6, Mattapoisett. For online condolence book, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.

Taking the Plunge for a Good Cause

on January 5, 2014

Participants in the 2014 Polar Plunge on January 1 were encouraged to wear costumes for the event, which raised thousands of dollars for the BAM Foundation. BAM is an organization that offers financial assistance to families battling cancer to help offset the unexpected costs of cancer treatment. Hundreds of people turned out for the event, with over a hundred participants who plunged into 34 degree waters, just a few degrees warmer than the 28 degree air temperature that morning. The Greek gods and goddesses won the prize for best costume, and Dave Rickson won the prize for most funds collected by an individual. Photos by Felix Perez

Gateway Youth Hockey

on January 5, 2014

Pee Wee Warriors: The Gateway Warriors dropped their second Yankee Conference game in a row, suffering defeat to the YD Dolphins, 3-1. The depleted Warriors were without three key players and were unable to capitalize on four power play opportunities. Jameson Woodward played his first game of the year at the Center position, scoring the Warriors’ only goal. Zachary Barris was credited with a team-leading eighth assist. The Warriors were forced to skate the entire game using only three defensemen. Jackson St. Don, Bethany Davis, and Jake DeMoranville did their best to shoulder the load. However, the increased time on ice took its toll in the third period as YD scored twice in the final nine minutes. Warrior goalies, Alex DeMarco and Steven Strachan turned away numerous YD shots in the loss.

Marion Council on Aging Speaker Series

on January 4, 2014

Come to the monthly speaker series at the Marion Police Station on Wednesday January 8 at noontime. Bring your lunch and we will supply the beverage. Fire Chief and head of the Marion Emergency Medical Services, Tom Joyce, will tell us what does happen when you dial 9-1-1. How can you be better prepared for such a situation. The first Wednesday of every month the Marion Council on Aging hosts the speaker series. Pre-registration is not needed.

Classic Film Friday Presentation

on January 4, 2014

On Friday, January 10 at 7:00 pm, the public is invited to the Marion Music Hall for January’s Classic Film Friday Presentation, “All the President’s Men.” The event is co-sponsored by the Sippican Historical Society and the Marion Council on Aging, and is offered free of charge to the public. Based on journalists Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein’s best-selling account of their Watergate investigation, “All the President’s Men” was one of the biggest hits of 1976. The taut drama boasts an all-star cast that includes Robert Redford, Dustin Hoffman, Jane Alexander, Jason Robards, Jack Warden, Martin Balsam and Hal Holbrook.

While researching a story about a botched 1972 burglary of Democratic Party headquarters at the Watergate apartment complex, novice Washington Post reporters/rivals Woodward and Bernstein stumble on a possible connection between the burglars and a White House staffer. With the wary approval of their executive editor, the pair digs deeper, following a money trail that leads all the way to the top of the Nixon administration. Running time for the film is 138 minutes. For more information, contact the SHS at 508-748-1116.

Lighthouse Fund Grants Available

on January 4, 2014

Up to $5,000 in grants will be available through the Lighthouse Fund of the Old Rochester Tri-Town Education Foundation for the 2014-2015 school year.

Lighthouse Fund grants will have a maximum award of $1,250 for individual applicant or intra-school collaborative project; up to $2,500 for a collaborative inter-school project. A total of $5,000 in grants will be available.

Grant applications must address one of the following categories: Curriculum Enrichment; Faculty-Mentored Student Projects; or Professional Development. Proposals must include an Evaluation Plan and a Budget.

Eligible applicants include faculty-mentored students, faculty and administration of the Old Rochester Regional School District. Grant award will for the 2014-2015 Academic Year.

The deadline for the 2014 Lighthouse Fund Grant Application is March 16, 2014.

Grants awarded for the 2013-2014 school year included: OHS Courtyard Garden Edible Schoolyard Project – $634; Responsive Classroom II Training – $1,934; A Look Inside the ORR School District – $3,000; ORR Visual Arts in the 21st Century – Multiple Platforms for Installation and Inspiration – $3,500.

For more information on the Lighthouse Fund grant process, go to http://www.oldrochester.org and the link is on the front page.

Winners will be announced in May 2014, with funds available after July 1, 2014.

The Lighthouse Fund is an endowed fund of the Old Rochester Educational Foundation Inc., developed through private philanthropy to support our public schools in Marion, Mattapoisett and Rochester. Its vision is to enrich the educational, cultural and civic experience for all students; enhance each student’s success in school, in our communities and in life; and encourage academic excellence, innovation and creative thinking in our schools.

Tabor Public Skating Days

on January 4, 2014

It seemed a little ironic, putting on hats and gloves to go inside a building rather than to go outside, but that is what many people did in Marion on the last Sunday afternoon of 2013.

Skaters of all ages and abilities spent some quality time on December 29 skating circles around Tabor Academy’s Travis Roy Rink during one of the “family time ice skating” open public skate events, sponsored by the Marion Recreation Department.

From young novices pushing milk crates for balance to steady skaters and experts showing off their stunts, all enjoyed the afternoon, sporting their winter hats and gloves to endure the chilly air inside the arena while leaving behind the almost spring-like weather outside.

The fun will continue until late February, with several more dates scheduled for open skating. The cost is $5 at the door, and skating hours are between 12:00 noon and 2:00 pm. So bring your skates and don’t forget your hats and gloves – not only is it frigid inside, but the sign posted by the door says they are required.

More public skating sessions are scheduled for January 12, 19, 20, and 26, and February 2, 9, 16, 20 and 23. All of the proceeds from the public skating days benefit Marion Recreation Programs.

For further information about the open skating events and other Marion Recreation Programs, contact the Marion Recreation Department at 774-217-8355 or by email at info@marionrecreation.com.

By Jean Perry

Kenneth Oldham “Buzz” Clarke, Jr.

on January 3, 2014

Kenneth Oldham “Buzz” Clarke, Jr., age 83, of Marion, MA, passed away peacefully after a short illness on Friday, December 27, 2013, in Wareham, MA. He was born in Plymouth on December 14, 1930 and grew up in Kingston and Plymouth.

Buzz attended Plymouth High School where he played football and baseball. He worked for Plymouth Gas before starting his own heating and air conditioning business, Clarke Co. in the mid 1960’s.

Buzz and Nancy Ann “Dolly” (Zora) Clarke were married in November 1954 and resided in Marion for 59 years. He is survived by four children, Debra Louise Clarke McCarthy and her partner James V. Kovar of Princeton, WV; Brenda Ann Clarke Fatula and her husband Michael; Kenneth O. “Bub” Clarke III of Mattapoisett, and his wife, Nancy; and Zora Ann “Punkin” Clarke St. Don and her husband, Paul. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Jake O. Clarke, Derek W. Clarke and Jackson Clarke St. Don; by his sister, Louise Clarke Price of Brookline, NH, and his brother, George H. Clarke and his wife, Charlotte, of Plymouth; and several nieces and nephews.

Buzz was preceded in death by his parents Kenneth O. Clarke, Sr. and Frances (Deans) Clarke.

Buzz liked living in Marion close to the water where he had a lifetime appointment as Wharfinger. Early on, he served on the volunteer fire department for the Town of Marion. He was a 25-year member in the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. An avid saltwater fisherman, he enjoyed many hours on his boat, The DBK.

Arrangements are private. The family thanks the nursing and hospice staffs at Kindred Transitional Care and Rehabilitation – Forestview, in Wareham.