NEPA native heads Defense Logistics
Enthusiastic and excited is how Northeast Pennsylvania native and newest site commander of the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation in Jacksonville, Fla., said he feels going into his new assignment.
"So here I am in somewhat of a dream job, taking command of the finest forward site under the DLA Aviation organization," Navy Cmdr. Maurice "Moe" Meagher said, adding, "Not lost upon me is the fact the command is not something a lot of Navy Supply Corps officers ever have the opportunity to experience.
"I am truly honored by this opportunity."
Cmdr. Meagher assumed the position during a ceremony held at the Naval air station in Jacksonville. DLA Aviation commander Brig. Gen. Scott W. Jansson officiated the ceremony while Navy Cmdr. Jason Klingenberg relinquished the command to Cmdr. Meagher.
Kate Meagher, his sister, and Lt. Cmdr. John Meagher, his brother, attended the ceremony. Sandy and Paul Meagher joined Mary Welher and Kathryn Meagher to also witness Cmdr. Meagher assume his new position.
Born and raised in Honesdale, Cmdr. Meagher is the son of retired Capt. Maurice Jr. and Jean Meagher. A graduate of Honesdale High School, he received his bachelor's degree in sociology with a minor in biology from Villanova, where he also received his commission from Villanova's Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps program. The commander and academic holds a master's degree in operations research from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, Calif., and Joint Professional Military Education Phase I from the Navy War College.
Marking history
Donna Barbetti, president; and members of the Lackawanna County Commission for Women including Laurie Cadden, Judy Cosgrove, Marilyn Vitali-Flynn, Mary Jane Memolo, Dr. Dipti Pancholy, Deb Peterson and Linda Steier are seeking entries for the annual Women's History Month Bookmark Contest.
The contest, open to seventh-grade students enrolled in our area's public and private school systems, is designed to broaden awareness of the contributions women have made to all segments of society. In years past, the efforts and contributions of such noteworthy females as Georgia O'Keeffe, Rosa Parks, 2nd Lt. Carol Ann Drazba and Jane Adams have been highlighted in award-winning designs.
Students are also encouraged to recognize women whose accomplishments may not be as well publicized as others, but who have made a substantial mark on society and the community at large.
High notes
North Pocono senior Chris Bohn is doing his senior project at St. Mary's Villa in Elmhurst. Chris recently took his guitar and went from unit to unit playing and singing for the residents, even singing at bedside for some. Chris, who also works a part-time job in the dietary department at the Villa, has also assisted with other resident activity programs.