Published September 19. 2025 12:31AM
The Terrace at Phoebe Allentown, 1940 W. Turner St., Allentown, was the site for a remembrance ceremony for the attacks on the World Trade Center Sept. 11, 2001.
Members of Allentown’s West End fire station were invited to share in the program Sept. 11.
The program was opened with an invocation and address by Staff Chaplain Chera Wertz.
Residents were asked to share their personal memories of 9/11 with the attendees and visiting firefighters.
Phoebe volunteer Cindy Sandt was emotional as she tried to thank the Allentown Fire Department firefighters as well as recall her memories of 9/11.
She brought her “Best Friend” Rupert, a 1 1/2 year old papillon with her for emotional support.
All attendees were invited to enjoy coffee and doughnuts following the ceremony.
PRESS PHOTOS BY LOU WHEELANDABOVE: Carmela Simmons, community life coordinator, Phoebe Allentown, speaks with residents of The Terrace at Phoebe Allentown, 1940 W. Turner St., Allentown during the 9/11 remembrance ceremony held Sept. 11.
RIGHT: Allentown Fire Department Captain of Public Affairs Jon Hammel talks with residents of The Terrace at Phoebe Allentown during the 9/11 remembrance ceremony. Story and additional photos appear on Page A2.
Firefighters assigned to Allentown Fire Department Engine 10, Chris Walker, Lt. Mark Kennedy and Brian Kirchner, attend The Terrace at Phoebe Allentown 9/11 remembrance ceremony.
PRESS PHOTOS BY LOU WHEELANDThe Terrace at Phoebe Allentown residents Beverly Henry and Sandra Davis are delighted to chat with Allentown firefighters Brian Kirchner and Chris Walker at the ceremony.
Phoebe Ministries Chaplain Chera Wertz opens the remembrance ceremony with an invocation and remembrance.
Phoebe volunteer Cindy Sandt, holding her 1 1/2 year old papillon “Rupert,” shares her feelings regarding the attack on the World Trade Center Sept. 11, 2001. Carmela Simmons, community life coordinator was also there to support her at the remembrance ceremony.
