Madeline Eldred - VICE-PRESIDENT

Charles Vocke - TREASURER

Ken Eldred - VICE-CHAIRMAN

John Criscuolo

Marie Hollwedel

I am God.

And today I am here to help you.

So sit back, relax, and enjoy your day

Author Unknown) Submitted by Phil Rauso Sr.

RCA Global.com is a completely free web-site.  There will no longer be yearly fee's through PayPal. That has been cancelled.  Anyone wishing to make any kind of donation to our web-site should send it to the Banner Health Foundation listed below, in the name of Jennifer A. Kressaty Award Program. (It would be much appreciated. Phil Rauso,)

Please click the link above or below to watch the slide show of the RCA Association Luncheon November 10, 2009

     Since my six-way by-pass of March 5th 2005.  Both my wife Marianna and I have been a volunteer at the Banner Heart Hospital in Mesa Arizona.  While recovering.  A nurse mentioned to me, she thought I would make a good volunteer.  It never entered my mind, but she did put the bee in my bonnet.  Two months later I was back at Banner Heart Hospital working as a volunteer.  It was perhaps the best job I have ever undertaken in my life.  Banner Heart Hospital is amongst the Top One-Hundred Hospitals in the United States.  The Surgeons, Doctors and Nurses are second to none, my wife and I are proud to be part of the team.  We have received many thank you cards and letters from both Family and Patients for the way we were able to assist them in their time of need.

I would like to bring your attention one Volunteer in particular. Mr John Kressaty.  John had a complete heart transplant a few years back. John is a shinning example of what a volunteer should be.

John also lost a daughter due to Heart Failure.  Jennifer Kressaty was in her early twenties. What John Kressaty does, is put a young nurse through Nursing School each November.  Most of the funds come from John's own pocket.  There is a fund set up for Jennifer Kressaty.  The funds received are used (100%) towards the nurses schooling.  If anyone would like to contribute towards The Jennifer A. Kressaty Award Program you may do so by sending your donation to:

Please be sure to put on  the bottom of your check (fund #614100) 

If anyone were here to observe how Banner Heart Hospital is run.  You would not hesitate in helping such a worthy cause.

With Sincere Thanks,

Phil & Marianna Rauso,

In case some friends may not be aware....

 VETERANS PREVIOUSLY DENIED VA BENEFITS CAN REAPPLY

In 1996 Congress established a priority based enrollment system for access to VA health care.  In 2003, due to increased pressure on resources, enrollment was suspended for certain Veterans with incomes above "geographic means test" threshold.

 Last year, Congress passed legislation raising this income threshold by 10 percent. Starting this summer, VA began the process of contacting thousands of Veterans who had previously been denied enrollment

 If you were denied enrollment on the basis of your income, contact the nearest VA Medical Center eligibility office to determine if you are eligible under the new guidelines.

 Reprinted from Veterans Health Administration publication, Fall 2009 ( By Ed Davis 11/14/09)

Attention ! If anyone knows the where-about's of The Peter Goring Family.  Please have them contact the following.  This E-mail was recived by Phil Rauso September 30th. 2009. 

Good morning.

I see on your website that you list in your memorial section that Peter Goring is deceased.  We were not aware that he is deceased and need to have contact with any surviving family or executor of his estate.  He still has his RCA Pension which as never paid out.

If you can help, we would appreciate it.

Also, the address for RCA Pension Plan is PO Box 7281,  Princeton,  NJ 08543-7281

Our Phone # id 800-242-7419,  OPT-4

Fax 609-734-9619

Ludovico D'Angelo,  Senior Benefits Specialist

RCA/GE Retirement Benefit Services

AARP IS FIGHTING FOR YOU

AARP is fighting to protect Medicare so you will continue to get the benefits you've earned.  We are also working to reduce waste and inefficiency so Medicare will be there for future generations when they're ready to retire/

AARP exists to provide a voice for older Americans.  That's why we will always fight with the strength of our 40 million members against proposals in Washington that will hurt rather than help our membership.

Right now, there is a noisy debate about how to fix what's wrong with health care.  AARP will carefully monitor the situation, and we will fight to make sure any health care reform legislation protects your benefits and ensures the long-term security of Medicare.

As the process moves forward, AARP will continue to provide information you need to decide for yourself about what health care reform means for you.

AARP is urging Congress to take action to Strengthen Medicare including:

     * Closing the Part D coverage gap, or "doughnut hole," so we can lower drug costs for millions of seniors;

     * Ensuring Medicare pays doctors fairly so you can keep the doctor of your choice or more easily find a doctor if you don't have one;

     * Lowering many out-of-pocket costs for important preventive services; and

     * Improving the coordination of care for people with chronic health conditions;

MYTHS VS, FACTS ABOUT MEDICARE

The health care debate can be confusing, and as a result, you may have questions about what Congress is proposing.  AARP pledges to present you with the facts so you can make your own decision about what health care reform will mean for you.

Myth:  Health care reform will hurt Medicare.

Fact:  None of the health care reform bills that have been introduced by Congress would cut Medicare benefits or increase your out-of-pocket costs for traditional Medicare services.

Myth:  Health care reform means the government can make end-of-life decisions for you.

Fact:  No one, including the government or your insurance company, will be given the power to make end-of-life decisions for you.

Myth:  Health care reform means rationed care.

Fact:  None of the health reform proposals being considered would stand between individuals and their doctors or prevent any American from choosing the best possible care.

REMOVING WASTE:

IMPROVING MEDICARE'S LONG-TERM SECURITY

Billions of dollars are lost each year to waste, inefficiency and fraud in the Medicare system.  This waste is driving up your health care costs and threatening Medicare's long-term security.  Your premiums have doubled in the past decade and they'll skyrocket unless we act.

AARP SUPPORTS COMMON-SENSE SOLUTIONS TO IMPROVE YOUR MEDICARE:

     *  Eliminating Subsidies to Private Insurance Companies to reduce costs for you and for Medicare.

     *  Deducing Over-billing by Providers and cutting out duplicative paperwork and tests.

     *  Cracking Down on Abuse from those who fraudulently bill Medicare.

     *  Preventing Dangerous Hospital Readmissions by providing follow-up care that will help individuals safely transition home    after a hospital stay.

     *  Reducing Inefficiency by reducing payments to drug companies and hospitals.

The following E-mail received from Ed Davis.

It is with much sadness that i wish to inform you of the passing of Joseph C. Ebro.  Joseph retired from RCA January, 1979.  He worked out of the LX Office and started with RCA in 1939.  He is survived by his wife Josephine and their daughter Judy and family.  Josephine can be reached through this E-mail address.  Information regarding the wake and funeral services to follow shortly.

Regards, Jonah Violante (Grandson)

We regret to report, Ed Grumbert. 93 a former executive with RCA Global Communications died of cardiac arrest on February 5th. Ed Grumberg worked with RCA Global for more than 45 years until he retired in the early 1980's.  He settled in the Washington area in the late 1940's.  From the 1950's to the 1970's he accompanied the President and Vice-President on trips around the world.  He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Roberta, and his daughter Carol Grumberg.

I am sure many more remember him as the gracious manager who received many New York visitors to the Washington Office.

Lou Cifuentes (02-19-10)

It is with deep regret, we report the passing of Irene Nally.  Wife of John Nally. February 15th. She had her children at her side. Her two children are. Richard Nally and Miclele Dwyer. (Pat McConney) 02-18-10

It has just come to our attention, the passing of John Hennessey age 91. November 12th 2009. We have no further details. Anyone wishing to send cards of condolences, may do to to his son: Robert Hennessy,  36 Madison Ave.  Kearny, NJ 07032

Received the following E-mail from David Cortes:

                                                                                             DAN PATRISSO
                                                                                   AGE: 90 FORKED RIVER
Dan Patrisso, of Forked River , passed away Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at the age of 90. He was born Feb. 12, 1919 in New York City and grew up in Garfield . He also lived in West Paterson and Lynchburg , Va. He was a veteran of World War II and was employed for over 30 years as an engineer at RCA Communications in New York City .

On June 16, 2009,  peacefully, at the age of 75, in Fredericksburg, VA. Cornelius was preceded in death by Rita, his beloved wife of 41 years, on May 30, 2008. and his brothers John Christopher Healy and Timothy Healy. He is survived by loving daughter Victoria; son-in-law Thomas;  grandchildren TJ and Aidan; and siblings. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. He worked for government for 11 more years at various overseas posts.  His civilian career would also include time at RCA Global Communications in NYC and New Jersey, He retired in 1994.  Cornelius was a longtime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars as well. .

The following E-Mail was received from Mario Pontecorvo via Ed Davis (11-02-09 )

HI Ed:   Wanted to let you know my Grandson Andrew Sullivan has received the Cy Young award for baseball in 2009 and has received a scholarship to Rutgers baseball for the 2010 thru 2014 year.  He has been playing for the high school  prospects for the Minnisota Twins and has been doing really great. He has also playing for the Monroe High School  Baseball team in Monroe NJ    which he has been attending for  4 years Hopefully he will continue to do so with Rutgers. He will be starting in August 2010. He is a right handed pitcher and as his coaches stated he is the best prospect they have seen 22 years of coaching.  Thought we should let  you know what is new in our family.  Mario Pontecorvo

The following E-mail was received by Paul Thompson from Alan Levy

I myself just came home from the hospital a week ago.  I had esophagel cancer and chemo knocked it down somewhat. I was due for operation. It was a long operation and I had my hiatle hernia repaired at the same time so it was a pretty rough operation.  I am home now recovering and it will be a long recovery.  Hope all is well and keep in touch.

Alan,

(Anyone wishing to send Alan Levy Well-Wishes, May do so by E-Mail to: amerlev@aol.com I'm sure he would be happy to hear from many of his friends) 09-20-09

We regret to report the passing of Nicholas Giacketti. Monday September 21, 2009. No further details are available.

Funeral arrangements: Weigand Funeral Home.  49 Hillside Ave.  Williston Park NY.  Phone- 516-746-4484.

Only details available at this time. (per Ed Davis 09-23-09 )

Nick M. O’Connor, 51, of Castleton Corners, an engineering manager who is remembered as a loving father and husband, died Tuesday at his home.
Mr. O’Connor’s 20-year career in telecommunications began at RCA in Manhattan, and he later worked for Verizon Business in Piscataway, N.J.
After graduating from Monsignor Farrell High School in 1976, he joined the U.S. Marine Corps. The expert gunner and sharpshooter served stateside and in Iran and Turkey, among other assignments, and then served in the Marine Corps Reserve. Upon his honorable discharge in 1982, he rode his motorcycle cross-country from California back home to the Island. Mr. O’Connor treasured time spent with his sons, of whom he was extremely proud.  “He was the best dad you could ever ask for,” said his son, Ryan.

Staten Island Advance, Sept. 06, 2009. Staten island native Bernice Thompson, 84 of New Brighton, a retired executive secretary, died thursday at home. Born Bernice Illidge, she grew up in Tompkinsville and moved to New Brighton in 1953.  Mrs Thompson was an executive secterary for RCA in Manhattan for 27 years before retiring in 1987. (09-10-09)

I wish to inform you, Maxine Thompson. Wife of Paul Thompson has been quite ill.  She is now home from the hospital  recuperating and coming along well.  Paul has been a great friend to many of us.  I am sure some get well card would surly be appreciated.  It would both Maxine and Paul a lift. The address is as follows:

For telephone number. Contact Phil Rauso at philip@rauso.net

The following E-mail was received by Phil Rauso Sr.

Hi,     I was in the U.S.Navy for 22 years  WW2 Amphib forces and on a Destroyer in Korea.  At a later date, I copied the State Department Bulletin out of Rocky Point NYK while serving on a flagship in the Mediterranean. I retired  in 1962.  After that and  because of the working hours, I quit my job with the FAA (weather communications)  SFO International Airport.  Went to work with RCA San Francisco about 1965 in traffic and telex...   Names I remember:    Marion Grey,  Floyd Ming, Ken Lowman, Harold Rice, Larry Miller, Joyce Boulet, Frank Abba, Frank Alvarez and Don Stackhouse.  I took severance with the downsizing of RCA in the mid 70's. After riding for about 38 years,  I had a Harley Davidson motorcycle accident below Mt. Diablo four years ago 2005 at age 82.....This put me in the Hospital for 3 months....I limp now at age 86, but still hanging in there.  Best to all who worked at RCA.....    Doug Strobel

Anyone who knows Doug Strobel and would like to contact him may do so at Strobeldouglas@comcast.net

Born Again American

An excellent song and video. One of the best I have seen in a long time! I had to watch it three times to just begin to see what it took to put it together. A masterpiece! It's a song written by Keith Carradine and performed by artists from all over the country. It was performed Sunday night at a Gala at Washington's Renaissance Hotel. It has a powerful message, just listen to (and read) the words. I hope you enjoy it as much as I have. http://www.bornagainamerican.org use the back arrow when finished as not to get disconnected from RCA Global.com.

     Well guess what?  I could not dodge any more bullets.  It is time for me to bend to the winds of change.  The old dinosaur is going out to pasture.  Early retirement is starting to look pretty good.

My claim to fame began in 1957 as a messenger in ES office and gravitated to 60 Broad St. in 1958.  From there to the HATED CT shop as a "permanent".  Moving on to the electronic shop and finally to The Switching area on 5th floor.  From there I made my way to Piscataway in 1975 and found a hole To hide in until July 24th 2009.  Now after 52 years total I am taking the package, and officially joining The "Ole Fart" club. It ain't bad.

Respectfully,

Anthony M. Scandiffio

VERIZON BUSINESS

        MANAGER

To Whom it May Concern:

I am a communications historian working on the early decades of transatlantic radio communication (pre-World War II). I'd love to hear from contributors to this site who might have stories to share of these years.  I am most interested in RCAC and its relationship with France.  RCA did a great deal to assist France developing its longwave and shortwave capacities.

I would be grateful if you could share my name and e-mail with the group.

Thank you for your consideration.

Sincerely,

Derek W. Vaillant, Ph.D.

Derek W Vaillant

Associate Professor

University of Michigan

Communication Studies

1225 S. University Ave.

Ann Arbor, MI 48104-1285

Received the following E-Mail:

Hello, RCA Employees. My name is Robert Harris. I'm  a radio producer for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, based in Toronto. The CBC is Canada's national broadcaster, sort of like the BBC in England. I'm working on a major, radio documentary series to be aired this fall about the history of the great American record companies, and, of course, Victor and RCA Victor may be the greatest of them all. I would very much like to hear from any former employees who have stories to tell about RCA Victor's record business, and especially, am interested in connecting with any former employees who are travelling to Camden this Sunday, July 12th, for the RCA Centennial Event, at the old Victor Building #17. My email address is rmharris@sympatico.ca; phone is 416-525-4729. Congratulations to you all for having worked for such a vital company in the history of the world's communications. (Phil Rauso)

     1. Five signers were captured by the British as traitors, and tortured before they died.

     2. Twelve had their homes ransacked and burned.

    3. Two lost their sons serving in the Revolutionary Army, another had two sons captured.

     4. Nine of the 56 fought and died from wounds or hardships of the Revolutionary War.

     5. They signed and they pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor.

     Twenty-four were lawyers and Jurists, Eleven were merchants, Nine were farmers and large plantation owners, men of means, well educated, but they signed the Declaration of Independence knowing full well that the penalty would be death if they were captured. Carter Braxton of Virginia, a wealthy planter and trader, saw his ships swept from the seas by the British Navy.  He sold his home and properties to pay his debts, and died in rags. Thomas McKeam was so hounded by the British that he was forced to move his family almost constantly.  He served in congress without pay and his family was kept in hiding.  His possessions were taken from him, and poverty was his reward.  Vandals or soldiers looted the properties of Dillery, Hall, Clymer, Walton, Gwinnett, Heyward, Ruttledge and Middleton.  At the battle of Yorktown, Thomas Nelson, Jr., noted that the British General Cornwallis had taken over the Nelson home for his headquarters.  He quietly urged General George Washington to open fire.  The home was destroyed and Nelson died bankrupt.  Francis Lewis had his home and properties destroyed.  The enemy jailed his wife, and she died within a few months.  John Hart was driven from his wife's bedside as she was dying.  Their 13 children fled for their lives.  His fields and his gristmill were laid to waste.  For more than a year he lived in forests and caves, returning home to find his wife dead and his children vanished.

     So, take a few minutes while enjoying your 4th of July holiday and silently thank these patriots.  It's not much to ask for the price they paid.  Remember: freedom is never free !  It's time we get the word out that patriotism is NOT a sin, and the Fourth of July has more to it than Beer, Picnics, and Baseball games.

Submitted by: Anthony Titone

Normandy June 6, 1944

http://blogs.denverpost.com/captured/2009/06/05/the-65th-anniversary-of-d-day-on-the-normandy-beaches/

Anthony Scandiffio has been with the company for 53 years. We would like to present him with a memorabilia book. If anyone has a little anecdote they would like to pass on they can send it to me or Justine.  His last day of work is July 24. So if you send a message. I would like to have any responses by July 17th.  Thanks for any assistance you can provide. send your comments to: joseph.prehm@verizonbusiness.com

Regards, Joseph Prehm.

VSO - Advanced Customer Engineering Vnet 783-2268  or 732-885-2268

We have continually asked for your input to these "newsletters" so that you may be kept up to date on some of the highlights in our members'/ lives.  Unfortunately, the input has been very meager.  Some of you must have had a special anniversary, traveled to some exotic location, won the lottery, achieved a particular goal etc. etc.  Please let us know.  As previously mentioned, a note to Ed Davis or an e-mail to eddavis9229@yahoo.com will do the trick.

Any questions that may arise regarding medical coverage for either the RCA plan or the GE plan should now be directed to Ms. Mary Horn at 1-732-922-2434.  Ms horn may also be contacted concerning death benefits and life insurance should the need arise. Save this phone number..

Anyone who has not sent in their due's or anyone who would like to join the RCA Retirees Association may send $10.00 to:

Be sure to include a note if they are for dues or for new membership..