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James Marsh

Jim was born in Betts Hospital, Easton PA, and lived his first 2 years in his grandparent's home in Bangor, PA before the family moved to Easton, PA. Chris and Jim met in 8th grade and dated until their wedding in 1967. They had two children; Heather and Seth. Jim made a profession of faith in Jesus in October 1975. They started attending Bethel in 1977 and became members on April 23, 1978. Over the years he has worn many hats including, but not limited to, Sunday School Teacher, Sunday School Superintendent, serving 28 years formerly as a Deacon, and now as an Elder.

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Tom Malcolm

Hector (Tommy) grew up and lived in Kingston, Jamacia, West Indies, and later moved to the United States. In his youth, he played soccer, cricket, and was also involved in track & field. He worked as a machine assembler for 25 years at Bell & Howell, then Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission for 16 years in the Maintenance Department. His wife, Elaine, needed a ride to church, which a friend, Elaine Dinan usually provided but wasn’t able to go on Sunday, and Elaine asked Tommy to take her, and he stayed for the service.

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Edward Lear

Ed grew up in Palmer Township. He began attending Sunday School at Bethel Memorial Baptist Church as a toddler with several neighborhood friends and came to know the Lord as a teenager. He graduated from Easton High School where he met Carol, his wife of 36 years, during his senior year. Throughout high school, Ed participated in track and cross country. During high school, he worked for several local cabinet shops and framing contractors. In 1982, Ed began his own remodeling business which he currently continues to operate. Ed and Carol have been blessed with two wonderful children, Brent and Tricia, and two beautiful granddaughters.

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Scott Heim

Scott grew up in a small farm community in central Pennsylvania. Church, family and work were a central part of his life. He came to the realization in elementary school that his relationship with God was influenced by his family, but it was a personal decision he had to make and his parent's faith would not be enough to ensure him eternal life. He remembered making his decision publicly at a church service. Jesus Christ gave him eternal life then and since then he has never doubted the decision he made.

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Rod Harrison

Born in Warren Hospital, Rod was raised on a dairy farm in Bangor Pa. It was while living there that Rod accepted Jesus as his savior at the ripe old age of 6. While living on a farm was busy he also enjoyed several different shooting sports, training horses, and even a few wild mustangs. Besides farming, Rod spent 2 years as a logger in Washington State where he also attended Northwest Bible College. Upon returning to the east coast Rod had a successful career as a Professional Truck Driver and recently retired from Penndot.

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Oscar Duarte

Oscar was born and raised in Honduras. When he finished High School, he had the opportunity to go to Brazil for 2 years as an international student. Then a few years later, Oscar came to the U.S. and has been here for more than 30 years now. His favorite hobby is soccer, or as he calls it, "The real football". Oscar has been a landscaper for life and currently works for a contracting company doing surveys, using the experience acquired in the industry throughout the years.

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Joseph DeMaio

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Roger Christian

Born to humble beginnings in East Stroudsburg, PA. Roger attended and graduated from East Stroudsburg High School where he also wrestled. He went on to attend Bloomsburg University. He then attended and graduated from PInebrook Jr. College. Then attended and graduated from Taylor University in Upland, Indiana. In 1980 Roger married his wife Holly. They subsequently produced two daughters Nova Beth and Ginger Leigh. During this transition in his life, Roger has worked at various jobs, the most prominent being Hunterdon Developmental Center in New Jersey. He is currently retired.

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Sam Bodder

Sam Bodder was born and raised in Freemansburg, PA. Sam graduated from the United States Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, NY. Upon graduation, he received a commission as Ensign United States Naval Reserve and was licensed by the United States Coast Guard as an Engineering Officer. Sam sailed for five years to the Far East on the United States Line Ships. Upon leaving the Sea, he was employed by Ingersoll Rand Company in Phillipsburg, NJ for 35 years as Superintendent of the Powerhouse and the Plant’s Environmental Coordinator.

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Kathy Crivellaro, Financial Manager

Kathy grew up in Alpha, NJ, and is the fourth of five children. One of her earliest memories, at age 4, is the day that her mother was baptized on a Sunday evening at church. The look on her mom’s face when she talked about being baptized made an indelible impression. At age 5, Kathy began to attend Sunday School with her mom and always had a desire to serve the Lord. She told her first Sunday School teacher that she wanted to be a missionary in Alaska to share Jesus with the Eskimos.

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