Lenz

LENZ FRANK, age 89, born in Baltimore, MD and formerly of Murrells Inlet, SC, on Thursday, October 9, 2003. A trust attorney retired from the Equitable Trust Co. in Baltimore, WWII veteran, and retired US Army Reserve CW4, he is survived by his loving wife Kathlyn Lenz, daughter Barbara Lenz, daughter and son-in-law Charlotte and Gary Cochard and grandson, Matthew Cochard. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to Sheperd of the Sea Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 1750, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576, or the National World War II Memorial, P.O. Box 96766, Washington, D.C. 20090.

Michael Panopoulos, an old friend and bicyclist, flagged me down last weekend at the farm stand on Ruxton Road to tell me about a most extraordinary book he had read during his recent New England vacation. He brought up the name of Frank Lenz, a noted Pittsburgh high-wheel racer and bicyclist who decided in 1892 to ride his bike across the world and during the early days of his wheeled perambulations traveled through Maryland. Two years later while in eastern Turkey, Panopoulos said, Lenz suddenly vanished without a trace, and a search failed to turn up his remains.

On June 7, 2005, EUGENIA T. BELSKY, beloved wife of William Belsky, devoted mother of Lisa Ann Belsky Lenz and her husband Bill, cherished grandmother of Alex, Lauren and Meghan Lenz, dear sister of Albina Remeiskis. Friends may call at the family owned Evans Chapel of Memories-Parkville 7 to 9 P.M. Thursday and 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. Friday. A funeral service will be held 10 A.M. Saturday at Ursula's Catholic Church, Harford Rd., Parkville. Interment Parkwood Cemetery.

Michael Panopoulos, an old friend and bicyclist, flagged me down last weekend at the farm stand on Ruxton Road to tell me about a most extraordinary book he had read during his recent New England vacation. He brought up the name of Frank Lenz, noted Pittsburgh high-wheel racer and bicyclist, who decided in 1892 to ride his bike across the world and during the early days of his wheeled perambulations traveled through Maryland. Two years later while in eastern Turkey, Panopoulos said, Lenz suddenly vanished without a trace and a subsequent search failed to turn up his remains.

"Who is Bert's favorite bird on Sesame Street?" Lynette Lenz asked a group of preschool children."Big Bird!" was the unanimous reply."But what about a real bird?" said Ms. Lenz, trying to lead into a lesson on birds. She hoped somebody would answer, "A pigeon."The 4- and 5-year-old students were taking time out from the holiday excitement last week to talk about birds and take a nature walk with their mothers.The children participate in the Mother Nature, Mom and Me program at Bear Branch Nature Center.

The county's middle school students will be bombarded soon with drug-abuse information from their peers, thanks to two enterprising teachers and a sheriff's deputy who joined forces to secure a computer for North Carroll Middle School.The teachers, Karla Amspacher and Bob Lenz, and Deputy Tim Schaeffer of the county Sheriff's Office were convinced that a computer for students would greatly enhance communication, recordkeeping and the dissemination of anti-drug information.The county schools' drug education coordinator, Joanne M. Hayes, had gotten a computer through a grant "and was upgrading to a newer computer," Mrs. Amspacher said.

COLLEGE PARK - Urbana's Billy Gaines caught his 13th touchdown pass of the year in the second quarter from Joe Conner, and Patuxent's Ryan Payne sent a 27-yard field-goal attempt wide right with 10 seconds left as the Hawks of Frederick County hung on for a 7-6, Class 3A state football championship victory last night. The win earned Urbana (13-0) an unprecedented fourth consecutive state title and ran its record winning streak in the Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association to 50 games.

With the bitter cold of last week behind us, you may now be sitting around the house asking the question -- what would my whole family enjoy doing together on a cold afternoon in the middle of winter? If so, combat boots just might be the answer."Cinderella Wore Combat Boots" is the unusual title of a whimsical, somewhat off-beat stage version of the original Cinderella story. The play will be presented by the Burtonsville Players on Sunday, Feb. 13, at 4 p.m., at Kahler Hall in Harper's Choice Village Center.

Buying a new computer is as much fun as buying a car.There is a strange feeling of grief when your old one dies -- how can you mourn a box? Believe me, you can, especially when you read your MasterCard bill.For me it began one evening when innocently enough I went to type a newsletter on the old favorite. Nothing. "DOS boot!" I shrieked, to no avail. The dinosaur had burned its last chip.So I did the American thing: I called around and opted for the most smooth-talking salesman I could find and placed an order.

GRASONVILLE -- You'd never know Chris Lenz hails from Ohio where lacrosse was practically unheard of until recently. He's a natural with the stick.If there's anything that suggests that old Indian game, it's dipping crabs that drop from a trot line. A man has to be quick with the long-handled net, which is not unlike a lacrosse stick.Lenz goes for the long fast sweep, plunk, the crab is inside -- and before it realizes what's happened it's in the basket. His reflexes are fitting for a Class of '91 Naval Academy graduate who is headed for flight school in Florida.

On June 7, 2005, EUGENIA T. BELSKY, beloved wife of William Belsky, devoted mother of Lisa Ann Belsky Lenz and her husband Bill, cherished grandmother of Alex, Lauren and Meghan Lenz, dear sister of Albina Remeiskis. Friends may call at the family owned Evans Chapel of Memories-Parkville 7 to 9 P.M. Thursday and 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 P.M. Friday. A funeral service will be held 10 A.M. Saturday at Ursula's Catholic Church, Harford Rd., Parkville. Interment Parkwood Cemetery.

Perhaps the loudest celebration came from Dulaney's defense yesterday after the No. 14 Lions field hockey team edged No. 6 Towson, 1-0, for the second time this season. The host Lions fought off 16 Towson penalty corners and goalie Kathleen Smith made a diving save with about a minute remaining in the game to preserve the victory and a return trip to the Baltimore County championship game. By winning their regular-season finale, the Lions (9-2-1, 7-0 division) clinched the top spot in the county's 4A-3A division, earning a title-game rematch with defending champion and No. 11 Hereford on Thursday night at 6:30 at Towson University's Johnny Unitas Stadium.

COLLEGE PARK - Richard Taylor could be sleeping in. He could be back home in Virginia, lying in his bed, getting ready for another stress-free day at Centreville High School in Fairfax County. In many respects, he should be. After all, the slow march toward graduation, the lazy second semester of senior year, has become something of a rite of passage in this country. Taylor might be laughing with friends, flirting with girls, picking out a tuxedo for the prom and savoring the final days of youth.

LENZ FRANK, age 89, born in Baltimore, MD and formerly of Murrells Inlet, SC, on Thursday, October 9, 2003. A trust attorney retired from the Equitable Trust Co. in Baltimore, WWII veteran, and retired US Army Reserve CW4, he is survived by his loving wife Kathlyn Lenz, daughter Barbara Lenz, daughter and son-in-law Charlotte and Gary Cochard and grandson, Matthew Cochard. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to Sheperd of the Sea Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 1750, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576, or the National World War II Memorial, P.O. Box 96766, Washington, D.C. 20090.

A NIGHT OF scientific exploration and discovery is planned at Mount Airy Elementary School today. More than 100 pupils will display their research efforts, performing experiments and having fun learning about science at the school's sixth annual Science Fair. "What strikes me is the pride in the kids' faces when they're showing the projects they've completed," said Dana Buswell, co-chairwoman of the Science Fair. "We encourage all of the school's children and families to work together on a project.

COLLEGE PARK - Urbana's Billy Gaines caught his 13th touchdown pass of the year in the second quarter from Joe Conner, and Patuxent's Ryan Payne sent a 27-yard field-goal attempt wide right with 10 seconds left as the Hawks of Frederick County hung on for a 7-6, Class 3A state football championship victory last night. The win earned Urbana (13-0) an unprecedented fourth consecutive state title and ran its record winning streak in the Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association to 50 games.

A NIGHT OF scientific exploration and discovery is planned at Mount Airy Elementary School today. More than 100 pupils will display their research efforts, performing experiments and having fun learning about science at the school's sixth annual Science Fair. "What strikes me is the pride in the kids' faces when they're showing the projects they've completed," said Dana Buswell, co-chairwoman of the Science Fair. "We encourage all of the school's children and families to work together on a project.

COLLEGE PARK - Richard Taylor could be sleeping in. He could be back home in Virginia, lying in his bed, getting ready for another stress-free day at Centreville High School in Fairfax County. In many respects, he should be. After all, the slow march toward graduation, the lazy second semester of senior year, has become something of a rite of passage in this country. Taylor might be laughing with friends, flirting with girls, picking out a tuxedo for the prom and savoring the final days of youth.

The county's middle school students will be bombarded soon with drug-abuse information from their peers, thanks to two enterprising teachers and a sheriff's deputy who joined forces to secure a computer for North Carroll Middle School.The teachers, Karla Amspacher and Bob Lenz, and Deputy Tim Schaeffer of the county Sheriff's Office were convinced that a computer for students would greatly enhance communication, recordkeeping and the dissemination of anti-drug information.The county schools' drug education coordinator, Joanne M. Hayes, had gotten a computer through a grant "and was upgrading to a newer computer," Mrs. Amspacher said.

With the bitter cold of last week behind us, you may now be sitting around the house asking the question -- what would my whole family enjoy doing together on a cold afternoon in the middle of winter? If so, combat boots just might be the answer."Cinderella Wore Combat Boots" is the unusual title of a whimsical, somewhat off-beat stage version of the original Cinderella story. The play will be presented by the Burtonsville Players on Sunday, Feb. 13, at 4 p.m., at Kahler Hall in Harper's Choice Village Center.