Newsletter



August 26, 2022
Planning On Retiring At The End Of The Year Or Soon After?
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



OPM is not busy right now, so most retirements are being processed in a timely manner. The ones that are taking more time are the ones that will always be that way. Military time, time on workman's comp, LWOP time and divorce settlements. But that is about to change.


Right now, there are not a lot of people retiring. That will change with the coming of the end of the year. Most people, for one reason or another, chose to retire at the end of a year. So, if you are one of those people planning to do so I would suggest calling OPM as soon as possible within the six months of your target retirement date. Get on the books for your consultation and your paperwork in. This way you hopefully will decrease the time it takes to finalize your retirement.


Call OPM at 877-477-3273 option 5 and request your Bluebook and set up your consultation time and date. You can have that done on the clock, but most people prefer to do it at home with their spouse only with no fear of any personal information being overheard by anyone else.


Also remember that if you are 62 at time of retirement you will not get the supplement so you may want to opt for Social Security at that time. If so, you need to contact Social Security and apply. You can do that at least three months before retirement so that you get your first check the first month you can. Best way to do this is online. Social Security has changed, and your birthday will determine when you get your check each month.


I am often asked why we tell people to retire at the end of the month. It is very simple. Your retirement payments start at the first of the next month from which you retired. So, if you say retire on the fifth of January your first payment will be dated February first. If you retire at the end of the month there will be no gap in payments to you. Other, of course, the amount of time it takes to process your retirement. You will get a check for any annual leave left in a check soon after retirement. Remember any sick leave will be rounded up in month time blocks and added to your service time. It may not be used for your minimum requirements towards retirement. ONLY as additional service time for reasons of payment. Any days not totaling up to a month will be lost.


As always, we are here to answer any questions you may have about retirement. Or anything else for that matter. Just contact the Union Office for assistance.



August 10, 2022
Medicare Update
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



I was on a Web seminar with Blue Cross Blue Shield last week and while here in Chicago at the National Convention I got a chance to sit down with representatives of the NALC Heath Care Plan and the Social Security Administration and ask them some of the questions I have been getting from you.


Right now, about 80% of our members enroll in Medicare Part B when they reach the age of 65. The majority of those that don't enroll qualify for VA Benefits so don't need it. It is a very small percentage of our members that don't enroll.


In 2025 all Postal Employees will be moved from FEHB Health Plans to a new Postal Employee Health Plan. Most or all the current plans that have over 1,000 members will be available. It will mirror your current plan as much as possible. At that time, like any other open season, you should evaluate all the plans available to ensure you get the right one for you and your family. What changes will take effect with each plan is a gray area right now. The Postal Service, Unions and the Health Care Providers are still dotting the i's and crossing the t's to figure out how to achieve what they want to.


Anyone who retires before 2025 and is under 65 but enrolls in Social Security before that will automatically be enrolled in Medicare A & B once they hit 65 unless you tell them otherwise. You should get an alert from them telling you that within three months of your 65th Birthday. If you retire at the age of 65 you can opt either way at that time. Come 2025 everyone will have to be enrolled in Medicare Part B except those mentioned above that qualify for VA Benefits. There will be a separate sign in period beginning April 1, 2024, for those that have turned 65 and have not signed up. Any penalties because of not signing up at 65 will be paid for by the Postal Service not you.


Medicare accounts are individual ones and not a family plan. If you are turn 65 and you spouse is not, they will be still covered under your Postal Plan. Medicare will only be the primary for you. If your spouse is 65 and you are not yet then they will still be covered by your plan until you reach 65 and then both of you will have to enroll in Medicare without penalty to your spouse.


I think that covers most of the questions I have been asked since the Postal Reform Act was passed. If there are any more, please contact me. If you don't know how to reach me call the Union Office and ask them or leave your contact info with them and I will get back to you. We will learn more and more about some of those gray areas the closer with get to 2025.



August 8, 2022
Greetings From Chicago
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Greetings from Chicago where we are attending the 72nd NALC Biennial Convention. A lot of training and information that we are getting to better serve our members. Be sure at attend the September General Meeting to hear the latest on all the issues you are concerned about.



July 28, 2022
USPS Retiree health care - Webinar to address Medicare, other programs
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Postal Service employees can participate in an upcoming webinar to learn about Medicare and the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program with Blue Cross Blue Shield. The session, “Medicare, FEHB and Blue Cross Blue Shield,” will be held Thursday, Aug. 4, at noon Eastern. Christel Bull, federal account manager for CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield, will discuss continuing health coverage into retirement and determining whether you need Medicare Part B. There will also be a live question-and-answer session. Participants must register beforehand on the webinar website. After signing up, directions for accessing the session will be emailed to each registrant. Following the webinar, registrants will receive an email with a link to the archived recording of it. Participation is voluntary. Nonexempt employees may only participate off the clock or during authorized breaks. For more information, email the USPS Wellness team or visit the USPS Wellness LiteBlue page.



June 1, 2022
2022 Food Drive



I just want to thank everyone for their hard work during the Food Drive. While the numbers were down because of the economy we still were able to help area food pantries to restock their shelves. It is one day a year but means so much to so many people



March 14, 2022
Region 12 Rap Session Begins
Andy Kearney - Webmaster



Region 12 Rap Session began today in Atlantic City. Three days of training for our Stewards and a chance for Members from all over Region 12 to gather and exchange ideas, problems and solutions. All in order to serve our membership best. Thanks to Eric Jackson for the photos.



March 3, 2022
FEHB and Medicare - Webinar to be held March 7
Andy Kearney - Webmaster



Postal Service employees can participate in an upcoming webinar to learn about the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program and Medicare.


The session, “Medicare and FEHB,” will be held Monday, March 7, at noon EST.


Representatives from GEHA, a not-for-profit provider of health plans for federal employees, will conduct the webinar and explore how Medicare works with FEHB plans, including retirement and FEHB, and specific information on Medicare parts A, B, C and D.


For More Information


The 30th annual Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive May 14, 2022


NALC will once again hold their annual Food Drive May 14th. Please explain to the large number of newer Carriers what this means. Also, Food Drive Coordinator Barbara Kearney asks that if you do not have a food bank to take your food to please contact her or the Union Office for information on what to do with food collected. There are places that will pick up from your office.



February 28, 2022
Retirements - Bryn Mawr Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Congratulations to Jim Costello 38 years seen here with his wife and daughter and John McFetridge seen here with his daughter 33 years 11 months with the Postal Service on their retirement today. Welcome to the last punch bunch!



January 27, 2022
Retirement - Media Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Congratulations to Joey Parzanese of the Media Office on his retirement after 30 years with the Postal Service. Hope you have a long, healthy and happy retirement.



December 31, 2021
Retirements - Havertown & Clifton Heights
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Three new members to the last punch bunch. Dan Snyder 33 years and Don Mageer 22 years with the Postal Service from the Havertown Office and Steve Bores with 16 years of service from the Clifton Heights Office. Congratulations and enjoy your new life in the new year.



December 28, 2021
Retirement - Glenolden - Folsom Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Congratulations to Mike Duffy of the Glenolden - Folsom Office on his retirement after 37 years with the Postal Service. You will be missed especially by your customers. Time to relax and enjoy life. Good luck.



November 23, 2021
Retirement - Media Office
John Virtucci - Shop Steward



Congratulations to Dorothy Johnson on her retirement from the Postal Service after 30 years. You will be missed. Good luck and enjoy your retirement.



November 19, 2021
Retirement - Clifton Heights Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Congratulations to Steve (Harvey) Doud on his retirement from the Postal Service. I had the honor of welcoming him to the Last Punch Bunch today in Clifton Heights. May you enjoy your retirement after 29 years of service. You started as a TE, became a PTF Clerk, then a Letter Carrier for the last 25 of those years. Now it is time to relax



November 4, 2021
Retirements
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Three Retirees got their watches from President Les Dillman at last night's General Meeting. Mike Scola, Bryn Mawr Office 36 years, Shirley Hagner 35 years and Jack Nelson 23 years both from West Chester Office. Mike was also congratulated by Branch Recording Secretary Rick Murphy who was his Shop Steward for years. Three more members of the last punch bunch. Enjoy your retirement.



November 3, 2021
2022-2024 Executive Board Announced
Jack Coyle - Election Committee Chairman



On behalf of the Election Committee I would like to thank all of you that voted and announce your Board Members for the next three years.


President - Les Dillman


Vice President - Eric Jackson


Treasurer - Colleen Haynes


Director Of Education - Joe Pease


Recording Secretary - Rick Murphy


Financial Secretary - Beth Lloyd


Director Of Health Benefits & MBA - Steve Curry


Director Of Retirees - Andy Kearney


Sergeant At Arms - Tommy Mullin


Trustee - Ed Donahue


Trustee - Barb Kearney


Trustee - Jon Vitucci



October 29, 2021
Retirement - Norwood / Essington Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Congratulations to Cliff Daisy and Rafael Harris on their Retirement from the Postal Service. They both started working for the Postal Service over 31 years ago three weeks apart. Have a happy, long and healthy retirement.



September 6, 2021
Philly Labor Day Parade
Andy Kearney - Webmaster



Four of our Board Members joined Philly Keystone Branch in the annual Labor Day Parade. Eric Jackson, Joe Pease, Beth Lloyd and Barbara Kearney spent the Holiday with Union members for all other crafts and professions in celebrating workers rights.



August 11, 2021
Retirements - Tri-County Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Had the honor of welcoming three new members to the Last Punch Bunch. Larry (The Foot) Kinsey 34 years, Tony (Gator) Falcone 36 years and 10 months and Brian (Boogie) Boyle 36 years. Congratulations gentlemen.



July 31, 2021
Retirement - West Chester Office
Holden Pierce - Shop Steward



Congratulations to Tim Fullam on joining the Last Punch Bunch after 27 years working for the Postal Service. Time to relax, enjoy life and not worry about anything. You earned it.



July 22, 2021
Attention All Retired And Those Planning On To Soon
Medicare, FEHB and you – Webinar to be held July 26
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



One of the biggest questions I get is about Medicare once we retire. That question varies from person to person based on your health plan etc. If and when we get a Postal Reform Bill passed it may effect those already retired as well. GEHA, which is an agency through FEHB, is holding a webinar on July 26 at Noon to answer a lot of the questions you may have concerning Medicare. I encourage anyone that is concerned about what Medicare coverage they will need to watch the seminar, attend or view the PDF afterwards of what was said. All past Medicare webinar are on this site and you can view past questions and answers as well.


GEHA Medicare Webinar Website



July 9, 2021
Million Mile Award - Havertown Office
Mike Watson - Shop Steward



Congrats to Anthony (Tony) Myers on his driving 33 years without an accident. You are a credit to the Postal Service.



June 3, 2021
Back To General Meetings
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



June 2, 2021 saw the first General Meeting for our Branch in a year and a half. President Les Dillman along with the rest of the Executive Board had been trying to find a way to safely get back to regular meetings since this pandemic started. They all realized that while you could call the office for answers or updated info our members wanted those meetings to resume as soon as possible. Every effort was made to do it in our own hall but we could not due to the State's safety guidelines. President Dillman decided we needed to go to a larger venue to do that. Milmont Park Fire Hall was picked and on June 2, 2021 we had our meeting. There were about 35 members in attendance and a large range of topics were covered. We have reserved this hall again for September just in case there is a resurgence of restrictions. With everything being more and more relaxed by the State our hopes are to have the next General Meeting scheduled for September 1, 2021 back at our Union Hall.



May 6, 2021
Retirement - Havertown Office
Andy Kearney - Director of Retirees



Today Mike O'Brien joined the last punch bunch after 25 years with the Postal Service. Good luck on your retirement.



April 28, 2021
Retirement - Glenolden - Folsom Office
Andy Kearney - Director of retirees



Today I was happy to welcome Jimmy Doonan of the Glenolden - Folsom Office to the last punch bunch after 33 years of service. No more tension, hello pension.



March 26, 2021
Retirements - Media Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Had the honor to welcome two new members to the last punch today in Media. Alex George with 41 years 11 month of service and Tony Caputo with 21 years and 6 months of service. Now it is time to enjoy your well earned retirement. Hope to see you both at our next Retiree Luncheon.



March 2, 2021
Retirement Seminars
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



I have been asked about the seminars that are posted on Social Media for people planning to retire. We have stated in the past and still stand by it that you should only trust seminars that are sponsored by the Union or the Postal Service. A lot of those you see advertised are schemes to get control of your TSP and detrimental to what is best for you and your family. They ask you to transfer your money to one of their accounts and they will manage it for you. Beware of these scams. We have had too many people lose their TSP funds through them. Trust only your personal Financial Advisors outside of the Union and Postal Service. We hope to get back to a position that we are able to host our own seminars again in the near future. If you have any questions you need answered we are there for you. Just call us or National for the answers you need. There are also videos etc. on National's Website that can help you with your Blue Book and answer other questions you may have.



January 30, 2021
Retirement - Clifton Heights Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Congratulations to Bill Grazel of the Clifton Heights Post Office on his retirement from the Post Office after 35 1/2 years of service. Enjoy your retirement and may it be a long and healthy one.



January 26, 2021
Retiree Tax Information
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



I received a couple of phone calls on this so want to pass it on to everyone. Your 1099 from OPM will be mailed out on the 31st. You should have received your W-2 from Social Security by now. If not, it should arrive soon. If you worked part of the year for the Postal Service that W-2 should be on the way if you didn't get it yet as well. We all are aware of delays with the mail due to Covid-19 so if you need any of those forms quicker you can print them out from the various websites. For your 1099 go to OPM's website at https://www.opm.gov/. For Social Security go their website at https://www.ssa.gov/. For your W-2 for any time worked at the Postal Service during 2020 you will need to contact Shared Services at their website https://www.gsa.gov/shared-services. Once your retirement is official you no longer can access lite blue. I hope that answers everyone's questions on this matter. If not, or you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us. That is what we are here for.



December 30, 2020
Retirement - Glenolden / Folsom Post Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Today Steve Deegan Joined the Last Punch Bunch after 35 years of Service. We wish him a long, happy and healthy retirement.



October 31, 2020
Retirement - Bryn Mawr Office
Rick Murphy - Branch Recording Secretary



Congrats to Steve Norris on joining the last punch bunch after 31 years of service. We hope you have a long, happy and healthy retirement.



June 19, 2020
Food Drive
Barb Kearney - Food Drive Coordinator



The 27th Annual Food Drive is currently on hold due to Covid-19 Pandemic since we are unable to safely collect food.


With the uncertainty of when it can be rescheduled the food pantries are still in dire need of donations.


In the interim we have some food pantries listed below that donations can be made to directly. Please donate what you can.


Region 12 - Branch 725


501cs-Church

Aldan Union Church

7 E. Providence Road Aldan, Pa. 19018

Contact name - Linda Weiler 610-259-8010


23-6001418

Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry

703 Lincoln Ave. Prospect Park, Pa. 19076

Contact name - Kevin 610-532-9000

Kohn51@aol.com


23-1352427

First Presbyterian

140 N. Lansdowne Ave. Lansdowne, Pa. 19050

Contact name - Nancy Timothy 610-622-0800

Nancy.Holt@rcn.com


13-5562351

The Salvation Army

101 East Market Street West Chester, Pa. 19382

Contact name - Captain Maria Corraliza 610-696-8746

maria.corraliza@use.salvationarmy.org


Thank you for your generousity during this difficult time.



May 29, 2020
Retirement - Matt Heavens - Media Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



I had the pleasure of witnessing Matt Heavens being acknowledged for his 41 years 11 months of service to the Media Post Office. Many people bared witness to the dedication Matt had not only to his job and coworkers but the community he served as well. Matt is a throw back Mailman. His concern for his customers and the level of service they received was always his top priority. Gerry Gallagher called him the unofficial Mayor of Media. He will be sorely missed.



May 27, 2020
Million Mile Awards - Chester Office
Eric Jackson - Vice President.



Congratulations to Butch Butakis, Vaughn Davis, Mike Tancredi and Chris Thomas on getting their Million Mile Awards today from District Manager Judy Herrick in Chester today. Thirty years without an accident dealing with all the weather and other conditions we do is a tremendous achievement..



May 11, 2020
Planning To Retire?
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



If you are planning to retire at the end of this year you need to act now to ensure you can schedule your phone consultation. There are a large number of Postal Workers reaching their retirement requirements and leaving the Postal Service. Shared Services has a back log of about six months of people asking for their consultations. Order your blue book and set your retirement date and phone call. You can always change that date if you have a change of heart to an earlier or later date. But, for everything to go smoothly you need to schedule everything well in advance.


The blue book is intimidating for some when they get it in the mail. It isn't that bad once it is explained to you. Go to lite blue and my HR under retirement. There you will see a link to three videos about the consultation. It is actually one video broken up into three twenty minute segments. You watch the first video and after about twenty minutes it just stops. Don't worry, just start the second video and it will pick up where the first one ended. The same with the third segment. It is a Postal production so you should be used to the quality. But, it does answer a lot of questions you may have in regards to how to complete your blue book. It is also a fair representation of what to expect during your phone consultation.


As always the Union Office will assist you in any way that we can. But, we can only help you so far. Some of the information is sensitive and can only be decided by you on what you want to do. It is for this reason that it is extremely important to schedule that phone consultation. Don't wait too long to do so.



May 7, 2020
Clifton Heights Office Surprised With Breakfast
Colleen Haynes - Branch 725 Treasurer and Shop Steward



Thanks to Delco United for supplying the Clifton Heights post office with breakfast Wednesday morning. It is great to see how much we are appreciated.



May 1, 2020
Hero Award - Dion Carotenoto - Coatesville Office
Keith Bailey - Shop Steward



A celebration of Dion Carotenoto, the carrier that found the pipe bomb on his route.



April 24, 2020
Good Day In Morton
Andy Kearney - Webmaster



A former Clerk showed support for the workers of Morton Post Office by dropping off sandwiches for them.



April 22, 2020
Saying Goodbye To Exton Postal Worker
Andy Kearney - Webmaster



Employees from West Chester and Exton say goodbye to fallen Exton Postal Clerk. Shout out to Alyissa Sedden who took this video. Her mom Nicole was in the procession.


Click Here To See Video



April 22, 2020
Customer Appreciation in West Chester
Andy Kearney - Webmaster



A special message left out for Tim Kales on his route in West Chester



April 19, 2020
Havertown Residents Show Their Thanks
Les Dillman - President



Havertown residents showed their appreciation to the out Carriers with breakfast, pretzels and drinks.



April 3, 2020
Retirement - Harry Dowdall - West Chester Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Congratulations to Harry Dowdall of our West Chester Office on joining the last punch bunch after 43 years of service with the Post Office. May you have a long, happy and healthy retirement.



March 23, 2020
Corvid-19 Updates
Andy Kearney - Webmaster



Les Dillman has his hands full answering the office phone with all of your concerns with this virus. He is on top of what is going on and sending it to all the Stewards and me to post on the webistes. Please check what has been posted and share it with your coworkers. There is a lot of misinformation and rumors out there. They can be answered by asking your Steward or checking the websites for what we know. If Les was informed then he passed it along to everyone through his emails to the Stewards and posting it to the websites. As soon as he knows anything at all he passes it along. If you check the websites you will know what he does and when he does. We are updating it three or four times a day to make sure you have everything you need to know. Be careful of listening to people that just pass rumors. If you have a concern about anything and can't find the answer then call the Union Office. We are as concerned as you are to keep you safe and informed. For this reason we have set up a special page with all the alerts and information we have received. Please check it out and share with your coworkers.


Covid-19 Updates



February 29, 2020
Branch Retirements
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



I would just like to congratulate the newest members to the last punch bunch from our Branch.


Dave MacCrone - Morton Office - 40 Years & 4 Months


Rosalie Reeve - Gladwyne Office - 33 Years & 10 Months


Dan Fitzgerald - Ridley Park Office - 20 Years


On behalf of the Branch I want to wish you all a long, happy and healthy retirement. You all wanted to keep it low key but you all deserve the acknowledgement. I hope to see you all at the next Retiree's Luncheon Noon April 16th at the Union Hall.



February 20, 2020
Union Grievance Writing Laboratory
Eric Jackson - Vice President



Just another Wednesday night at the Union Grievance Writing Laboratory.



February 3, 2020
Groundhog's Day Breakfast
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Branch members got together for breakfast on Groundhog's day to watch the large rodent come out of his hole and tell us when Spring would begin, and winter end. Matt Havens of our Media Office has been doing this for a few years and it is always a good day. Any time we get together to just let our hair down and relax and just enjoy each others company is important to realize no matter how hard Management tries to drive us apart, we are still one. We are a Union. Proceeds from this event will be going to our Locals Scholarship Fund. Hope to see more of you next year. It is always on Groundhog's day so mark your calendar.



January 30, 2020
Retirement - Villanova
Steve Curry - Shop Steward



Congratulations To Chris Kelly on his retirement from the Villanova Post Office 34 yrs of service. Good luck in your new found freedom.



January 30, 2020
Awards Day At Chester Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



What a great day in Chester. First the office was recognized for zero dog bites in 2019 by District Manager Judy Herrick along with all the District POOMS as well as the Safety Teams from both the Postal Service and Union team. Jay Nichols and our Branch's representative Joe Pease along with the other members expressed their admiration to the Chester Office for this amazing achievement. But, that was only the beginning.














































Dan Magee was given an award for 25 years of service

















And I had the honor of presenting Brenda Day her retirement watch after 35 years of service.

















I want to thank the Chester Office for allowing me to be a part of this great day. And again I want to say to all of you well done.



January 24, 2020
NALC BRANCH 725 GROUNDHOG DAY BREAKFAST
Andy Kearney - Webmaster



I got this from Matt Heavens of our Media Office. It is a great get together he has been doing for a few years and it benefits our Scholarship Fund. I encourage all of you to join us.


The Annual Groundhog day breakfast. Benefits the NALC Branch 725 Scholarship fund for branch member children.

Doors open at 7:00AM to view the live telecast from Punxsutawney.

Phil usually makes his predictions about 7:25 AM

Breakfast served until 9:00AM basic fare.

Choice of entree.

Eggs meat

pancakes meat

French toast meat

cost $20 includes entree and coffee & tip.

add $2.00for small juice option

Bring a friend or family member out for this great cause.

If you cant attend donations can be made to

NALC 725 Scholarship fund 617 W.Macdade Blvd. Milmont Park Pa.19033



January 18, 2020
Retirement - Mike Klick - Clifton Heights Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Congratulations to Mike Klick on his retirement from the Postal Service after 35 years of service. No moreworrying about the weather or having to get up early. Stay healthy and enjoy the retirement you worked so hard for.



January 4, 2020
Retirement - Dave Press - Clifton Heights Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Congratulations to Dave Press on his retirement from the Postal Service after 34 years of service. Now he can enjoy life with his lovely wife Pat. Good luck and we wish you a very long, happy and healthy retirement together. You are now free to do whatever you want any time you want to.



December 31, 2019
Retirement - Marcus Hook / Linwood Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Congratulations to Kenneth Rowland on his retirement from the Postal Service after 30 years of service. He worked a full day on his last day on the job. That level of dedication will be missed. We hope you have a happy, long and healthy retirement.



December 4, 2019
President Rhonda Massari Retires
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Last night we wished Rhonda a fond farewell and a happy and healthy retirement. Everyone spoke of their memories of Rhonda and expressed their appreciation for her dedication to this branch and it's members. She deserves to enjoy retirement and time with her family. She earned it. Good luck! Les Dillman will be taking over and I know he is aware how high the bar has been set. Les won't disappoint. He had a good teacher and a good support team behind him.



December 4, 2019
Retirement - Upper Darby Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Anne Pavese from our Upper Darby Office retired in February. We were finally able to get together so that we could honor her and present her with her retirement watch. We make every effort to acknowledge our members achievements and it is never too late for us to do that. We appreciate your membership and hard work. We wish you a long and healthy retirement.



December 3, 2019
Retirements - Havertown Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Congratulations to Joe Howard & Karen McPoyle on their upcoming Retirement. Presenting Joe with his retirement watch is Havertown Shop Steward Mike Watson. Presenting Karen with her retirement watch is former Branch President Jimmy McCullough. Enjoy your retirements and may they be long and healthy ones.



November 30, 2019
Service Awards - Clifton Heights Office
Colleen Haynes - Shop Steward



Congrats to the four Carriers who got recognized today in Clifton Heights for their years of service to the Postal Service. Tim Grover for 30 years and Pat Byrnes, Lou Casadei and Steve Doud for 25 years. Missing from photo Mark DiDonato 25 years.



October 24, 2019
Breakfast Was Served In Glenolden
Andy Kearney - Webmaster



Today the employees of the Glenolden Post Office were served breakfast by District Manager Judy Herrick in appreciation of their office going accident free for a full year. That is a tremendous achievement and worthy of the recognition. Well done Glenolden!



October 11, 2019
Branch 725 Retiree Luncheon
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



We had another great luncheon yesterday. It is always good to see our brothers and sisters after they have left the job. They don't forget us and we don't forget them. No matter how hard management tries to divide us we won't allow that to happen. The one thing I am most proud of being a member of the NALC is that we don't throw our retired members under the bus when we go to contract negotiations like they are in right now. Other Unions do that in order to make better deals for their current members.


We were honored yesterday to have our State Association President Paul Rozzi attend and speak to our retirees at our luncheon. Paul and I go back a little working together lobbying Congress to protect the rights and jobs of Letter Carriers. I know him to be a man of great heart and dedication to not only Postal Workers but Unions as well. He was a Steel Worker in the Pittsburgh area and saw what can happen if the Unions lose sight of how important politics are to your job security. Corporations can sell their businesses to overseas concerns or move it there and get great profits from it. They are looking at their bottom line and not your interests. Paul and I discussed how hard it is to get our members to understand that we all need to be in the fight to protect the Postal Service.


Look around and see those other good Union jobs that once were that are now gone. The mail may still be delivered but it will be done by someone who doesn't give the level of service you do to them. Then we won't need to have a Retiree Luncheon anymore. We won't need a Union Office anymore either. The Union will be gone because of you and others that didn't heed the advice of Paul and others like him that work so hard to educate you on the potential of what you stand to lose if you don't get more involved. I know a lot of you don't like the idea of giving any Politicians money but you have to understand that those that want to take away all your benefits and jobs in some cases do. In order to be heard we need to do so as well. Think of it as a Poker game. There is a buy in to even sit at the table. We need that buy in to be heard. If you don't contribute to the Political fund you should think about what Paul said and understand why you should. If you want to sign up let any one of us at the Union Office know and we will help you to do so. The more people we sign up the bigger voice we will have and the better chance we have on protecting your jobs and retirement.



September 30, 2019
2019 State Convention In Pittsburgh
Andy Kearney - Webmaster



Congrats to Les Dillman on being elected to the PA State Association Executive Board. It was the highlight of the few days we spent in Pittsburgh along with all the other Branches from across the state. We only meet with each other once every three years. What most members don't understand about the State Association is they are the people that get most involved with the Politicians to see that we get the support we need in Congress to protect our jobs and retirement. They don't look at the party or other issues they are concerned about. All they concern themselves with are how they can protect us and our retirement. People put out there that they only are an arm of a certain party. That is not true. And I say that from personal experience. I dealt with the State Association as your Liaison to Congress for six years. I have worked with them to endorse and help elect people from all parties. Having Les on this board further insures that will continue to happen in the future. I look forward to helping him do just that. We need to protect our jobs. To do so we need a voice. For me Les is a good one to see that is done.



September 18, 2019
Route Adjustment Training
Andy Kearney - Webmaster



In a continuing effort to ensure our members are prepared for the Route Adjustment walks we have offered workshops to the Offices targeted for those walks. Those that have attended the workshops have done far better on their walks then those that have chose not to. We encourage everyone to attend them. This last workshop was attended by Carriers from Ardmore, Havertown and Sharon Hill Offices. Take the time to get trained on what you need to do to protect your Routes and your jobs.



August 21, 2019
Unclaimed Veterans’ Remains Honored by Local Motorcyclists
Andy Kearney - Webmaster



Coatesville letter carrier Dion Carotenuto organized this event.


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July 1, 2019
Million Mile Awards - Glenolden / Folsom Office
Andy Kearney, Shop Steward



Congratulations to Bill Morgan, Jimmy Doonan, Steve Deegan, Jeff Travascio and Randy Waldie on receiving their Million Mile awards today. With all the times you get told what you did wrong, this is something you did right. And for over 30 years! Missing from photos is Randy Waldie.



June 21, 2019
Branch 725 Visits MDA Camp
Barbara Kearney, Branch Trustee



Several years ago at the National Convention Region 12 Business Agent Bill Lucini talked about the MDA Camp. He advised us that if we were ever given the opportunity to attend the Camp he highly recommended that we should visit. I realized after hearing his inspirational talk I knew this was something I wanted to do. Hence another item on my bucket list.


This year I was very fortunate to attend with our Vice President Les Dillman, Treasurer Eric Jackson, Financial Secretary Beth Lloyd and Director of Education Joe Pease.


The theme of this years VIP Camp Day was time travel. Eric's great idea was to pick five different periods of time. First was Stone age, Prehistoric, Wild West, Space Age and the 1970's.


We all dressed for each period of time. Representing the Stone Age was Fred Flintstone portrayed by Les, Prehistoric was a Dinosaur portrayed by Joe, Wild West was Woody portrayed by Eric, Space Age was Princess Leia portrayed by Beth and the 1970's was portrayed by myself.


The children and young adults were truly amazing. Spinning the wheel was challenging for some but with a little help they did great. They enjoyed picking a prize or two.


When the kids smiled it brightened my whole day. One little boy was a pro at the corn hole game even with Les distracting him.


The highlight was a little girl that just loved meeting Woody. She even came back and found his missing hat. It made me realize little things do make a difference.


These kids are definitely an inspiration to see the joy in their faces. They appreciated everything they received even the smallest little trinket.


Hopefully next year Branch 725 can bring even more joy and happiness to all these amazing kids. One thing for sure is that this experience made me fully realize the importance of our support for the MDA and why we need to do whatever we can to help these kids.



June 7, 2019
Retirement - Nancy Benson - Ridley Park Post Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Congratulations to Nancy Benson on her retirement. Nancy will be missed by her coworkers and customers as well. Always a ray of sunshine. She was a mentor to the younger Carriers and an inspiration to us all. Enjoy a happy and healthy retirement and thanks for what you brought to the job every day.



June 2, 2019
2019 Food Drive
Barbara Kearney - Food Drive Coordinator



I want to thank all of the people that helped make this year's food drive a huge success. Our branch collected 80,429 lbs of food which was better then last years donation by 17,000 lbs. Hopefully with everyone's hard work and determination we can make next year's food drive even better.


Thanks again for your efforts,


Barbara Kearney



May 30, 2019
Colleen Haynes - Clifton Heights Shop Steward and Branch Trustee
Million Mile Awards - Clifton Heights



Congrats to 30 year million mile award recipients Jammie Ward and Tim Grover being acknowledged today in Clifton Heights.



May 25, 2019
Andy Kearney - Webmaster
Congrats to Beth Lloyd



Congratulations to our Financial Secretary Beth Lloyd on her completion and graduation from the Leadership Academy. You have made this whole branch proud.



April 23, 2019
2019 Food Drive - May 11th
Barb Kearney - Food Drive Coordinator



I have contacted all the Churches in the areas we serve along with the Politicans to get their support and asking them to spread the word about the food drive. The cards we deliver can't get that message out alone. Please remind your customers about it as well. Every donation, no matter how small, makes a difference.



April 4, 2019
Retirement Glenolden Post Office - Marty Schmitt
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Congratulations to Marty Schmitt on his retirement from the Postal Service. Shown here with President Rhonda Massari giving him his watch and fellow Carriers Andy Kearney, George Wright and Bill Morgan from Glenolden Post Office.



March 29, 2019
Retirement Kennet Square - Janet Singer
Rick Murphy - Recording Secretary



Congratulations to Janet Singer on joining the last punch bunch after 42 years with the Postal Service. I had the honor of presenting her with her retirement watch.



March 18, 2019
Branch 725 Delegation Visiting Capital Hill
Andy Kearney - Webmaster



From left LCLL Belinda Tridente, Tom Mullin, Legislative Correspondent Dean Ischiropoulos and Colleen Haynes. Not pictured Joe Pease. Small delegation from our Branch visiting Capital Hill expressing our concerns and needs to Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon's Representative. Thanks to Joe Pease for taking and sending us this photo.



More From Washington
Pennsylvania Delegation Honors Veterans Including Branch 725's Own Tommy Mullin
Joe Peace - Director Of Education



The Pennsylvania Association of Letter Carriers hosted a ceremony tonight to honor six veterans that are Letter Carriers and members of our great union. It was an honor to witness as PA State President Paul Rozzi detailed the military and postal careers of the six brave men. Our own Tom Mullin was one of the six veterans honored tonight. Tommy is a humble and discreet man that does not seek the limelight. But he is a true hero as are the other men that were celebrated tonight. NALC President Fred Rolando and Region 12 NBA Dave Napadano also spoke giving heartfelt thanks and admiration for these six great men. The NALC is dedicated to recognizing the heroism and bravery for all those that have served our country. The speakers highlighted how these veterans brought their experiences to our workroom floor and used those life lessons as teaching tools for all carriers to learn from. Thank you to all of our members that have served.



March 8, 2019
Rhonda Massari Retirement - Clifton Heights Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Congrats to President Rhonda Massari on her retirement from the Postal Service after 30 years and 1 month. I would say enjoy your retirement to most people but Rhonda will still be our full time President. While she will be still be dealing with Postal Management and their treatment of Carriers, she will never have to be on the receiving end. I guess she can enjoy that much. Thanks to Clifton Heights Shop Steward and Branch Trustee Colleen Haynes for the photos.



March 7, 2019
Tim Stone Retirement - Broomall Office
Anthony Talton - Broomall Shop Steward



I would like to say thank you for getting me involved with this great union, i really appreciate your teaching & understanding of the contract. I will pay if forward to the next generation of carriers, like you did me. Happy Retirement! Thank you!



February 24, 2019
Service Awards - Media Office
Andy Kearney - Webmaster



Congrats to Joe McWilliams on his 40 years and Frank Dudley, Mike Knoll and Ed Evans on their 25 years with the Postal Service



February 5, 2019
Last Punch Bunch - Doug Linker - Media Office
Gerry Gallagher - Health Plan Directo



Congratulations Doug on your recent retirement we all hope it is a long and healthy one! Enjoy!!



January 31, 2019
Last Punch Bunch - Paul (Marty) Schmitt, Glenolden Office
Andy Kearney - Director Of Retirees



Today Marty Schmitt joined the Last Punch Bunch. We wish him a long and happy retirement.



January 28, 2019
Leadership Academy - Beth Lloyd
Andy Kearney - Webmaster



Congrats to Financial Secretary Beth Lloyd for being selected to attend the latest class of the Leadership Academy. It is a great honor to be selected. You have made all of us in Branch 725 proud.



January 1, 2019
Happy New Year
Les Dillman - Vice President
I Would Like To Welcome The New Members To The Executive Board



President - Rhonda Massari, Vice President - Les Dillman, Director of Education - Joe Pease, Treasurer - Eric Jackson, Financial Secretary - Beth Lloyd, Recording Secretary - Rick Murphy, Director of Health Benefits and MBA - Gerry Gallagher, Director of Retirees - Andy Kearney, Sergent At Arms - Tommy Mullen, Trustees - Bill Mellon, Barb Kearney & Colleen Haynes


I am looking forward to working with our new Executive Board to represent this Branch and provide it with the level of guidance and support it deserves. You can count on all of us to be there when you need us. We are ONE in our hearts and minds in protecting your rights and being there to answer all your questions and concerns.



NALC Branch 725
617 W. MacDade Blvd
Milmont Park, PA 19033
610-461-8333