Robin sent this too us last year after Father’s Day.
We always appreciate her writings and hope you enjoy it too!

What Is The Definition Of A Father?

by Robin L. Schwarz

I looked in the dictionary for a few definitions of the word “Father”. It said, in this order, “A male parent; any male ancestor; especially the founder of a race or family; any man who exercises paternal care over another or others; one of the leading men in a city or town; God.”
We all have many Fathers throughout our lives and most of the time we question their rules.
Whether they are right or wrong at that time, a lesson is always learned from their guidance.
We take these lessons and apply them to our lives. If we are lucky, they were good lessons and sometimes it helps make the person we become.
The dictionary had the word “God” as the last definition of the word “Father”. I personally thought it should have been much higher on the list. The lessons from him are too numerous to write about. One lesson happened when I was in my bank trying to get a cash draw on my credit card and the teller explained for the 3rd time it didn’t go through. As the tears started popping out of my swollen eyeballs I kept asking, “Why me God, why me?”
I later learned that by being delayed, I meet the lady standing behind me and we started to talk.
She invited me to a very important Chamber meeting where I met the people who encouraged me
to start writing for a purpose and for the enjoyment of others. My lesson . . . sometimes things happen for a reason and the man upstairs has a bigger picture.
My biological Father, who was a famous War Pilot, taught me to live, love and fight for my country. Always tell the truth and most importantly make one person smile a day. My lesson from him was that the act of honesty and humor work much better then lying and saying hurtful words.
My second Father was a world-famous Cowboy. He taught me something that applies to a lot of things in life. If you don’t want to fall off the horse and hit the ground anymore, take the time to learn how to be a better rider. The most valuable lesson I learned from him was to go to school and get a good education so ya don’t have to get up at 0’Dark Thirty and milk the damn cow for the rest of your life.
My third Father, famous in the plant world, was known by the name of, “The Sod Father”. He was sent to earth to help everyone. He unselfishly thought me generosity and that the community you live in is one big family. Always stick together and take the time to help each other. Many voices are stronger than one. My lesson from him, if you water it enough and apply the right amount of manure . . . it will grow.
All four of my Fathers are in Heaven now. Hopefully they will continue to guide me in my journey on earth and their wisdom be able to cut through the ozone layer they all warned me about.

by Fred Hernandez
The world’s premier fighting force, the United States Army, honors
its legacy with a grand military parade in Washington D.C., celebrating their 250th Anniversary. It was initially formed from a band of militiamen for the protection of the first thirteen colonies of America. In 1775, the 2nd Continental Congress formally established the U.S. Army. Its main responsibility is defending the country and fighting land battles and military occupation as needed. Significant contributions are also made by the Corp. of Engineers in the control of rivers within theUnited States.
Over the years the U.S. Army has performed crucial roles in various conflicts all over the world. It has also adapted as necessary to the changing needs of the nation. On June 14th, President Donald J. Trump will join veterans of wars, wounded warriors, Gold Star Families and Patriotic Americans from all across the country to celebrate our nation’s heroes and their selflessness, bravery and commitment.
The U.S. Army has a 250th Anniversary coin on sale. Visit their website or shop at Amazon.com or EBay. Happy Birthday to the world’s premier fighting force!
USA, USA, USA,USA!!!

John Emmerling was born April 25, 1946, on the East coast. He passed away on May 31, 2025, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
The oldest of five children, John and his family moved to Alabama, where his father earned a master’s degree from the University of Alabama. The family then moved back to New Jersey, where his father taught school. One of his fondest memories, John enjoyed living on the East coast, working on the farm with his grandfather, picking fruit, growing vegetables and learning to build onto the home where his family lived.
After high school graduation, John earned an engineering degree from Steven’s University and went to work for GE in Cincinnati, Ohio. He spent a good portion of his life working at GE, which he talked about fondly.
He was married and he had three daughters. After a divorce, John moved to Wetmore, CO, with the idea of starting a vineyard. He ended up joining a group of about 20 people to start the Fremont
County Crusader, which he worked at for about 10 years.
John was very patriotic and was a member of the Fremont County Republicans, Royal Gorge Tea Party, Cañon City Rotary, Cañon City Noon Lions, Florence Elks Lodge No. 611, Sons of American Legion Post 13, and many other organizations. He worked tirelessly as a
precinct captain for numerous candidates during election time.
John enjoyed talking about his experiences with GE and his
father’s heroism during World War II.
John was able to travel all over the world with his job. He also enjoyed sailing, riding his motorcycle, camping, fishing  and taking photographs at the Florence Farmers Market, Blossom Festival, Florence Pioneer Day and many other events for the newspaper.
When John’s health declined, he moved to Cincinnati, Ohio, to live with his daughter, Meredith and son-in-law, Jared Morris.
John is survived by three daughters and sons-in-law, grandchildren and great- grandchildren, a brother, James, and three sisters.

The family has planned to hold a memorial at a later date in Ohio. Those who would like to send cards and/or donations may do so to Meredith and Jared Morris, 4179 Stonecreek Way, Cincinnati, Ohio 45241.
The Celebration of Life service will be from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, June 29th, at “The Venue at Oak Creek”, at 800 N. Frazier in Florence. Finger food to follow.
This is the former milking barn at Camerlo Dairy in Florence. Turn north at the light on the west side of Florence.