Ryan Pongras was a member of Troop 113 from 1993 until 1998, including some time as a Junior Assistant Scoutmaster. He achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in 1996 and recalls that he achieved the rank just before his 18th birthday, after Scoutmaster Bill Gardner challenged him that he had promised he’d earn the rankContinue reading “Ryan Pongras”
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Resica Falls Group Picture 1996
Scoutmasters
Troop 113 was organized in early 1918, with Warren W. Walters of Trappe as the first Scoutmaster. He was quoted in forming the troop: “to train boys so they may become a credit to themselves, their parents, and the country, as well asthe U.S.” Since then, a number of leaders have taken the role toContinue reading “Scoutmasters”
Albert William “Bill” Gardner III, 74, of Pottstown
Albert William “Bill” Gardner III, 74, of Pottstown, Limerick Twp., formerly of Oaks, husband of Charlotte E. (Wade) Gardner, passed away suddenly on Friday, June 14 at Pottstown Hospital. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Albert W. Jr. and Frances (Lee) Gardner. Bill was a US Navy veteran and an activeContinue reading “Albert William “Bill” Gardner III, 74, of Pottstown”