[Fwd: Cedar Park grieves the loss of a wonderful neighbor - Beth Showell]

[Angie Coghlan]

With sadness I forward on this announcement from Maureen Tate regarding 
the death of Beth Showell of 49th Street.  When details are finalized 
regarding funeral  arrangements I will send them on.

Angie Coghlan
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On behalf of Cedar Park Neighbors, I am deeply saddened to inform you of the sudden passing of community member Beth Showell, who lost her life in a fire in her home during the late evening hours of Saturday, April 2, 2005. Beth, a retired teacher from West Philadelphia High School, was a former president of Cedar Park Neighbors and was active in many community endeavors for many years.  Beth was also a founding member of Florence Garden, which reclaimed a vacant lot at 49th and Florence Avenue. Currently, Beth ran the "Calvary Café", which served dinners during the Crossroads Music Series, and Abbraccio served her wonderful carrot cake as one of its popular desserts. Beth was very involved with the University City Arts League's craft shows and events, and was an active participant at the Clark Park Farmers Market.   We extend our deepest sympathy to Beth's daughters, Christina and Amy.  For those who wish to honor Beth's memory, we will share additional details as they become available. All who knew Beth will miss her generosity and her commitment to the University City community. 
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