Memorial Tree Planted in Gerry Coleman’s Memory

April 27, 2008

Friends of John “Gerry” Coleman gathered on April 27, 2008 to plant a swamp white oak in his memory on Arbor Day. Gerry passed away on March 21, 2005.

Gerry Coleman memorial tree planting

The Smethport Shade Tree Committee assisted in the selection of the tree species and the planting site on Hamlin Lake Island.

Contact the Smethport Borough for more information about participating in the memorial tree program: shadetree@smethportpa.com

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