Posted 12/5/08
Former Pine Lakes resident Joanne Hall has a house suddenly available for the season.  Located on Eagle Trace it has two bedrooms and baths and a studio.  It is fully furnished including a grill and includes a golf cart.  If anyone knows someone interested she usually gets $2300/mo, including the bed tax.  Joanne can be reached at 352 430-3483.

Posted 12/3/08
Yes, Virginia, there IS a deadline! Whispering Pines needs to close off ALL articles submitted after December 8.  We are also  not covering any events after that date - they will appear in the January issue.  It is very important for this issue that we meet the deadline.  Please submit material promptly.  I will try to call our regular writers.  nancylee183@juno.com or WP slot at the reception desk in clubhouse.  DEADLINE: MONDAY, 12/8

Posted 11/24/08
Something that Xerox is doing: If you go to this web site, www.LetsSayThanks.com you can pick out a thank you card and Xerox will print it and it will be sent to a soldier that is currently serving in Iraq . You can't pick out who gets it, but it will go to a member of the armed services.
How AMAZING it would be if we could get everyone we know to send one!!! This is a great site.  Please send a card.   It is FREE and it only takes a second.

Posted 11/05/08
Deadline for the November issue of Whispering Pines was listed as November 7.  However, in view of the many events scheduled after that date, we will extend the deadline to Tuesday, November 11.  The Men's Club meeting on November 13 should make it into this issue, also.   It is stressful to have too many late articles to process, so please try to have monthly items in early.  This includes ads, pictures, and checks.  As always, items may be left with Bonnie at the reception desk or e-mailed to nancylee183@juno.com.  Thanks for your cooperation.

Posted 10/26/08
I am send this out for the second time as it has come to my attention that some people did not receive it.  This is a correction regarding the Memorial Reception for Bob Listermann.  It will be in the Club House Ballroom on Thursday, October 30th at 2 pm.  All are invited to attend.  Sorry for the communication problems. Joan Kelly

Posted 10/25/08
There will be a Memorial Reception in memory of Bob Listermann on Thursday, October 30 in the Pine Lakes Ballroom.  All are welcome to attend.

Posted 10/21/08
Former Pine Lakes resident Hank Doyle has passed away this morning.  He is survived by his loving wife Barbara.  The couple formerly lived in Hidden Hills Court.  Funeral arrangements are pending.

Posted 10/13/08
I am sorry to have to tell you that my husband Joe has passed away after a long, difficult battle with melanoma.  Viewing will be held at the North Fort Myers Funeral Home on Tuesday, October 14th.  A mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, October 15th at 11:30 am at St Theresa RC Church.  There will be a luncheon reception immediately following.  The family requests that in lieu of flowers a donation be made either to Hope House or the Ankizy Fund, %Dr David Krause, University at Stony Brook, Stony Brook, NY 11794-8081.  Those interested in further information about the Ankizy Fund can find it at www.ankizy.org.

Posted 10/13/08
Early this afternoon Lone Palm Court resident Bob Listermann passed away suddenly.  Further information will be forwarded when available.

Posted 10/06/08
The Welcome Wagon is seeking several friendly "goodwill ambassadors" to visit 2008 newcomers to Pine Lakes.  There are new owners from 25 different cul-de-sacs.  Could YOU deliver a Welcome Wagon packet to someone living near you?  We are behind in visiting, due to summer "vacancies" and lack of local phone numbers.   The packets are ready.  I can go over the contents with you.  Visits are made at mutual convenience.  Call Nancy at 731-1642 to volunteer.  THANKS.

 Posted 10/06/08
WHISPERING PINES DEADLINE FOR OCTOBER ISSUE IS 10/7.  PLEASE TRY TO HAVE ARTICLES, PICTURES, AND ADS IN BY END OF THAT WEEK.  ITEMS CAN BE DROPPED OFF AT RECEPTION DESK OR E-MAILED TO nancylee183@juno.com

Posted 10/2/08
JAMES MCCORMICK, WHO LIVED IN PINE LAKES FOR 13YRS ON GRAND CYPRESS CT, PAST AWAY EARLY THIS AM (10-2-08) AFTER A SHORT ILLNESS .  MEMORIAL MASS PLANS WILL BE FORWARDED WHEN COMPLETED.

Posted 9/27/08
Edna Crippen, Fran McComb's sister, passed away today at Hope Hospice in North Fort Myers. There will be a memorial service for her Saturday September 27,  2008 at 2PM in the chapel at Hope Hospice on Diplomat in North Fort Myers.  (US 41 to right on Diplomat)

Posted 9/12/08
Long time Pine Lakes resident Julie Miller has passed away from complication due to a fall while visiting her sister in Indiana.  Further details regarding a Memorial Service will be forwarded as soon as they become available.  Julie always made us all smile and will be sorely missed.

Posted 9/12/08
Anyone interested in October Fest tickets should contact Marie Fowler 567-3150

Posted 9/8/08
To ALL Pine Lakers -- I am looking for some material to put together a story regarding summer vacations - here or away.  Have YOU had a fun trip, bad trip, or something special you did while the Northerners are still away???  If so, would you please contact me.  I will be glad to talk to you and, if necessary, WRITE UP your experience.  You may e-mail me a paragraph or two about your summer.  PICTURES are always welcome.
Thanks for helping this September issue of WP to get completed. nancy kania    731-1642     nancylee183@juno.com

Posted 9/2/08
Deadline for the September issue of WHISPERING PINES is Sunday, Sept. 7.   But, it would be greatly appreciated if ads, articles, and other items be sent earlier.  E-mail articles to nancylee183@juno.com or place in the WP slot at the reception desk in the clubhouse.  Classified ads are still $8 for three lines.

Posted 8/23/08
PINE LAKES MEN'S CLUB MEETING
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2008 7:OO PM IN THE
PINE LAKES BALLROOM
REGULAR AGENDA PLUS
GUEST SPEAKER LEE COUNTY SHERIFF MIKE SCOTT
NEW PINE LAKES RESIDENTS ARE CORDIALLY INVITED.
$5.00 LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP
refreshments will be served
2 FREE $25.00 DRAWINGS-MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN

Posted 8/22/08
PINE LAKES CIDER MILL OCTOBERFEST DINNER DANCE
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18TH
MUSIC BY:  MICKEY LIMIT II
FEATURING A PERFORMANCE BY THE BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CLOGGERS
MENU:      POLISH SAUSAGE IN SAUER KRAUT, BRATWURST, BAKED BEANS, GERMAN POTATO SALAD, ROLLS, APPLE STRUDDLE & ICE CREAM - COFFEE - SOFT DRINKS - SETUPS PROVIDED
$15.00 PER PERSON BYOB
DOORS OPEN 5:00 PM, DINNER 5:30 PM.  MUSIC 6:30-9:30 PM, TICKETS OR TABLES ON SALE SEPTEMBER 6TH, 2008 AT COFFEE SOCIAL BY MARIE FOWLER, OR CALL 567-3150

Posted 8/22/08
PINE LAKES MEN'S CLUB PRESENTS A PUMPKIN PATCH HALLOWEEN DANCE
MUSIC BY ERICH
DOORS OPEN AT 7:00 PM, MUSIC FROM 7:30 TO 10:30
BYOB - SNACKS AND SETUPS PROVIDED
TREATS GIVEN FOR BEST COSTUMES
COST $10 PER PERSON
TICKETS ON SALE SEPTEMBER 6, 2008 AT COFFEE SOCIAL BY MARIE FOWLER, OR CALL 567-3150

Posted 7/23/08
Below are the funeral arrangements for Ann Natale.
Wake,   Friday 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
National Cremation Society
3453 Hancock Bridge Pkwy.  (just off 41)
Funeral Mass, Saturday 2:00 PM St. Therese Church
Interment,  After Mass,  Lee Memorial Gardens
12777 Martin Luther King Blvd. SR 82  East of 75
Nilda and Joe Monks
731-5844

Posted 7/23/08
Anyone having announcements between July 24 - 30 contact Sue O'Donnell at  731-0819.

Posted 7/23/08
Long time Pine Lakes resident Ann Natale, wife of Buddy Natale, has passed away.  Many will remember Ann's performances both in Little Theater and the Pine Lakes Chorus.  Funeral arrangements are being finalized and details will be released soon.

Posted 7/15/08
The Pine Lakes Travel association is sponsering a cruise.  We will be sailing on the MSC Lirica for an eleven day/ten night cruise to the Caribbean.  Ports include San Juan, Puerto Rico; Philipsburg, St Maarten; Martinique; St John, Antiqua; Roadtown, Tortola British Virgin Islands; and Cayo Levantado, Dominican Republic.  The dates are Jauary 3-13, 2009.  Inside cabins start at $819 and outside cabins at $969.  This price includes $340 in taxes, fees and the new fuel surcharge.  If we have 30 people the price will include roundtrip transporation from Pine Lakes to Ft Lauderdale.  A $100 per person deposit is due with reservation and final payment is due October 3, 2008.
The MSC Lirica is a small ship that accommodates 1560 passengers.  It has an Italian motif with a lot of marble and brass.
Contact Judy Hale for details.

Posted 7/14/08
Deadline for articles to be placed in the Whispering Pines July/August issue is Sunday, JULY 20.  You may leave your articles at the reception
desk or e-mail them to nancylee183@juno.com.  Classified ads are still only $8 for three lines. Checks made out to the paper.

Posted 7/2/08
The Family of Frank P. Romano wish to express our deepest gratitude and appreciation for your prayers, kind words, gifts and the many donations to the American Cancer Society.  Frank would have loved that.......thank you and God Bless.

Posted 6/30/08
From Claire Webb. Do all our Pine Lakes pet owners know that a coyote was spotted aroud here on Saturday night? In the Moss Creek area.

Posted 6/19/08
The Pine Lakes WELCOME WAGON will be rolling soon.  Many of our new residents did not record a local phone number or left only an out-of-area cell number.   IF YOU LIVE BY ANY OF THESE HOUSES, would you let me know if the people are presently living there or have gone north for the summer months.  Any phone info you might have would also be extremely helpful.  Call me at 731-1642 or e-mail:  nancylee183@juno.com
Here are the cul-de-sacs with newcomers:  2-L, 9-B, 11-A, 12-A, 13-C, 15-I,  19-G, 20-C, 29-J, 30-K, 34-0, 42-F, 45-C, 47-E, 48-L, 51-I, 51-J, 53-C, 54-M,  55-A, 56-M, 59-H, 62-F, 63-H.
THANKS SO MUCH.  -Nancy Kania, coordinator

Posted 6/13/08
A Memorial will be held at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, Tuesday, June 17 at 1100AM.  The church is across from Del Tura at the light. God Bless, Dale Campbell.

Posted 5/31/08
Frank P. Romano Sr. , Age 85, Box 256 Liberty Corner NJ, 07938  Died Monday, May 26,2008 in Morristown Memorial Hospital, Morristown, after a sudden illness. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Anne Mazzocchi Romano; three sons and two daughters, four grandchildren. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider contributions in his memory to : American Cancer Research, Somerset County Unit, 600 First Ave, Raritan, NJ 08869

Posted 5/28/08
As stated in the upcoming issue of Whispering Pines, a national market research organization with family ties to Pine Lakes has presented a plan to both homeowners’ boards that would employ Pine Lakes residents as paid evaluators of products and services available or potentially available for purchase. Residents are clearly interested in joining these focus groups. Initial sign up periods will be at the Pub May 29 and 30. Contact Molly Riordan, 3F, at 567-0888 or email her at irish1948@comcast.net. Also see www.pinelakeshome.com for additional information.

Posted 5/28/08
Jinny from Saddlebrook Court was called home to heaven Monday evening from Cape Coral Hospital.  She was on kidney dialysis for 4 years and when neuropathy in her feet became too bad she had to start using a walker 2 years ago. She broke her good arm, Sunday the 18th and her health and especially her heart detoriated rapidly.  Now she knows the true rest and joy that the Lord gives. In Christ, Dale Campbell, her husband for 55 years, and her friend for 70 years.

Posted 5/22/08
Norm Pointras who runs Wake up America needs some volunteers for the next eight weeks. He needs a couple of two person teams for a Wed. or Fri. morning. You leave our RV Parking lot at 7 AM and will be back home by 9 AM. You use the Wake Up America car and trailer go to Two Publix stores, pick up food and bring it to The Salvation Army. If you want more info call PL’s Joe Luminiello at 543-6997. He has been working with Norm for the last three weeks. He will be glad to take you out for a trial run to let you get a feel for what it’s all about before you commit.
Please call Norm at 848-8183

Posted 5/13/08
MEMORIAL DAY
MONDAY,  MAY 26. 2008
NOON – 3 PM
ALL YOU CAN EAT:  HAMBURGERS; HOT DOGS; BAKED BEANS; WATERMELON
BRING YOUR OWN BEVERAGE
MUSIC  & KARAOKE
$6    PROCEEDS GO TO LOCAL VETS
FOR TICKETS SEE:  DAVID SHARP; JOE MONKS; RAY RONDEAU OR JUDY HALE

Posted 4/26/08
Dear friends and neighbors, We have been asked again by the U S Post Office in Weavers Corner to help them with their annual Food Drive on Saturday May 10. Last year we collected over 2500 cans and boxes of food and delivered them to The Fort Myers Soup Kitchen. This year we will deliver the food to The Fort Myers Rescue Mission. If you would like to help please come down to the Clubhouse on Sat. May 10, at 9:45 AM. We will need people to go to assigned Cul-De-Sacs to pick up the food from the mail box poles and bring it back to the Clubhouse where we will need people to sort and box the food. We will supply Post Office mail tubs. Please mark your calendar. We should be finished by 11:30 if all goes like last year. The more hands the more smiles. Any questions call, Nilda and Joe Monks 731-5844

Posted 4/15/08
Long time Pine Lakes resident Phyllis "P.J." Hill passed away on April 11th.  She was preceded in death by her husband John "Doc" Hill and is survived by her son John.  A memorial service will be held on Friday, April 18th at 11:00 am at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church in North Ft Myers.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or SMA-Support, P.O. Box 6301, Kokomo, IN 46904.

Posted 4/14/08
For the convenience of those who ordered the 20-Yearbook commemorative and who WILL BE GONE IN THE NEXT FEW WEEKS:  Howard Harrison will be at the clubhouse this Tuesday (April 15) from 10-noon to distribute books.  Nancy Kania will be at the clubhouse on Wednesday from 10-noon to complete the distribution.  This is only for those who will be leaving Pine Lakes.  The full print out of the books is not  yet complete.  Questions?  Call 826-8366 (Howard). Whispering Pines is being printed today and should be in the community by Wednesday.

Posted 4/9/08
The Pine Lakes 20-year commemorative book is NOW AT THE PRINTERS.  The book has 120 pages, full of pictures and stories of Pine Lakes, past and present.  It is a beautiful keepsake.  IF YOU HAVE NOT ORDERED A BOOK, please get an order to us ASAP so we can print an adequate number.  Checks only - made out to HOA II.  Cost is only $10 per book.   Don't miss out on this opportunity to have a record of life in Pine Lakes.  These books made great gifts too.  Orders can be left at reception desk in clubhouse or given/mailed to Howard Harrison.

Posted 4/2/08
For those of you who have signed up for Golf A Rama we are requesting that you return to the Pro Shop, pick up your old check and bring a new one made out to the Chair of the event, John Vandenweld.  There was a problem with the bank cashing the checks made out to Golf A Rama.  We apologize for the inconvenience.

Posted 3/26/08
This is a RED alert from Whispering Pines:  We need articles for the April issue.  I know Easter got us off course, but to meet our deadline for the next paper, we need the articles this week.  (I do have Bocce, Women's Club, PLEHOA, Bingo, and Easter pool party).  As always, leave items at Bonnie's desk or e-mail  me at nancylee183@juno.com    THANKS.

Posted 3/19/08
North Fort Myers Fl.- Jeanne L. Morlock Guilbault 65, of Lake Loop Road passed away on March 6, 2008 at the Southwestern Florida Regional Medical Center. Born in Troy, Jeanne was the beloved daughter of Frank and Ruth Walker Morlock of West Sand Lake and devoted wife of Richard Brent Guilbault.
Jeanne was raised in Poestenkill and later moved to West Sand Lake. She was a 1961 graduate of the Averill Park High School. She grew to be an avid golfer, whose steady play and straight shots earned her multiple accomplishments. She loved being outdoors, and caring for her animals. A 1964 graduate of the Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing she first worked as a Registered Nurse at Samaritan Hospital in Troy and later as homemaker to her four children. Jeanne moved to Florida with her husband in 2000, enabling them to play golf year round. She was a loving and loyal mother to her family and a true friend to many.
Survivors in addition to her husband and parents include her children Jennifer Rebecca Guilbault of Waterford, Richard (Kris) Guilbault of Troy, Matthew (Kristin) Guilbault of Poestenkill and Jon (Tracy) Guilbault of Nassau.  Her sisters Joanne (Larry) Herzog and Judy Morlock of Averill Park, Jill (Art) Spierre of Chestertown, NY and family friend Donna Reed.
Her grandchildren Alex, Brittney, Marrissa, Jessie, Benjamin and Christopher.
Family and Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service to celebrate Jeanne's Life on Wednesday March 19th, 6:30 pm at the Salem United Methodist Church, Shaver Road, West Sand Lake.
The family requests donations in memory of Jeanne Guilbault be made to the Moffitt Cancer Center Foundation PO Box 550985, Tampa Fl. 33655-0985. Her husband Richard may be reached at:
(941) 661-3327.

Posted 3/19/08
Ruth Stanley, sister of long time resident Joyce Dolan has passed away.

Posted 3/18/08
This is an announcement from the Lee County Electric Company:
Electric power will be shut off on BROKEN WOODS COURT on Wednesday (3/19) from 8 a.m. to noon  and shut off on TIMBER PINES COURT on Thursday (3/20) from 8 a.m. to noon. (This is the latest information and comes from Ed Southard via LCEC.  Please ignore signs indicating that all of Pine Lakes will be without electricity).

Posted 3/17/08
2008 GOLF-A-RAMA
Golf Friday April 11 and Saturday, April 12 (Rain date April 13)
Morning and afternoon tee times both days at both courses.
Sign up as a twosome.  Or signup as an individual and you will be matched with somebody from your own course (if available).  Lake Fairways players will signup in the Lake Fairways Pro Shop and Pine Lakes players will signup in the Pine Lakes Pro Shop.
Cost is $15 per person.
Make checks payable to GOLF-A-RAMA.
4 person teams – a twosome from Lake Fairways will be randomly matched with a twosome from Pine Lakes.
There will be five flights.
Play at Lake Fairways will be a Scramble with 50% handicap.
Play at Pine Lakes will be a Shamble (best 2 of 4) with 100% Handicap.
Dinner at the Lake Fairways Clubhouse Sunday, April 13
Doors open at 5:30 PM
Beer and Soda provided – BYOB
Mulligan tickets will be sold before the start of each round at each course.  You may buy two Mulligans per day (Limit of 4).  Mulligans may be used anywhere.  Cost is $1 per mulligan.
There will be a 50/50 pool.  Tickets will be sold both days at each course and Sunday night.
There will be a hole in one pool.  Cost is $1 per entry.  The pool will be paid to whoever gets a hole in one.  If there is more than one hole in one over the two days, the pool will be divided evenly.  If there are no winners, the pool will be added to the prize pool and divided among the winning teams.
Last day to sign up is Friday, April 4

Posted 2/23/08
PLEASE submit your articles for Whispering Pines by Monday.  Guy and Jermaine have a busy schedule and need everything as soon as possible.  If you are part of a group or activity, please check with your "reporter" so we can include all the community news in this next issue.   (No golf articles so far).  Thanks for your cooperation. nancy kania

Posted 2/20/08
The March issue of Whispering Pines is now being assembled for typing.  Please submit all articles, photos, or ads as soon as possible.  As always, items may be left at the concierge desk in our box or e-mailed to nancylee183@juno.com  We especially appreciate photos from events "the staff" (Howard Harrison and I) do not attend.  Thanks.

Posted 2/19/08
Pine Lakes Little Theater presents Hotbed Hotel Friday and Saturday evenings, March 28 and 29th at 7 pm and Sunday, March 30th at 3 pm.  Tickets are $8.00 per person and may be purchased at the Saturday Coffee or from Ginny Dykes 567-0377 or Sue O'Donnell 731-0819.  Saturday evening tickets are going fast.

Posted 2/7/08
First meeting for everyone who wants to participate Monday Feb. 11, 2008 Activity Room  3:00 PM. On Saturday April 5, 2008 Pine Lakes Residents and Candlelighters of Southwest Florida Will be hosting a Day with the Kids “A Mile of Smiles” 10:00 AM  to  4:00 PM. Any questions please call Bob Wirzburger 543-3519 or Joe Monks 731-5844

Posted 2/5/08
I thought maybe this would be a something of interest to a number of computer users here at PL: Rosalie Oldham, wife of Keith Oldham, 19361 Congressional Court. Lake Fairways died suddenly on Monday.  There will be a Memorial at Lake Fairways Club house at 2 p.m. on Friday, the 8th. Mary A.

Posted 2/3/08
Over 60 photos taken by Phyllis Mansen of the Pine Lakes 20th Anniversary show are now available online at  www.pinelakeshome.com

Posted 1/23/08
ALL e-mail "remembrances" for the 20-Yearbook should be sent to  nancylee183@juno.com - not nancylee 182...  I typed it wrong when Joan first sent this out.  My e-mail is the same for WP items, too; but it was typed correctly. Sorry for the mistake.  Hope to hear from many of you.  Please tell your friends, too, as many do not get these e-messages.  Thanks.

Posted 1/21/08
Long time Pine Lakes resident, Alice Shearer, has passed away.  Memorial Mass will be held Thursday at 3 p.m. at St. Therese Church.  All are welcome.

Posted 1/14/08
A Memorial Mass for Gene Heft will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, January 18th, at St. Therese Church.  Everyone is invited to the mass and to join the family in Pine Lakes Clubhouse immediately following the Mass.

Posted 1/9/08
Tickets for the 20th Pine Lakes Birthday celebration are available for pickup.

Posted 1/3/08
I posted the pictures taken by Joseph and Janice Ciccone at the New Year's Eve party on the Pine Lakes web site.  The link is... www.PineLakesHome.com.  Locate... and then click on the New Year's Eve Party icon.  Looks like everyone had a great time!
Enjoy... Ralph Stallsworth 3F