Memorial Donations
Ron Kratz
Mr. Ron Kratz was a dedicated volunteer at Shady Hollow for many years. Ron passed away at Reading Hospital on October 31, 2023.
Ron proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He worked in maintenance for French Creek State Park, prior to retirement. He enjoyed woodworking, spending time with family, working on the farm, and spreading God’s Word. He was a lifelong member of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, Geigertown, PA. Ron’s absence will be mourned by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
His memory will be forever cherished in the hearts of his 3 daughters: Tina M. Kratz, fiancé of Kevin, Denise M. Whitmoyer, the wife of Rick, and Rhonda M. Klick, the wife of Jeff, one sister, Louise Strunk, wife of Herb; five grandchildren: Cassandra, Ricky and his fiancé Jamison, Cortney, Kiley, and Nicholas. Additionally, he is fondly remembered by his former wife, Nora J. (Seidel) Filmore, as well as several nieces and nephews.
The family is requesting donations to be made In lieu of flowers, in Ron’s memory directly to Shady Hollow Assisted Riding. Your memorial donation can be made by clicking below.
Peter Kaminski, Jr.
Mr. Peter Kaminski, Jr. was a loving Dzia Dziu (grandfather) to Caleb, who is a rider of Lil Red at Shady Hollow Assisted Riding. Pete, as everyone knew him, passed away in his home on Monday morning, August 14, 2023.
Pete, or Dzia Dziu to his five grandsons, was very proud of them. He enjoyed watching them grow up, he loved to hear of the times that Caleb was riding Lil Red or one of the other horses. He even attended last seasons horse show along with Busi (Caleb’s grandmother) and also Mom Mom and Pop Pop Hostetter. He was impressed of how well Caleb rides and has supported Caleb over the years, as he became more familiar with horse back riding.
The family is requesting donations to be made In lieu of flowers, in Pete’s memory directly to Shady Hollow Assisted Riding. Your memorial donation can be made by clicking below.
Rosemary Giangiacomo
Rosemary Giangiacomo, wife of our founder Tony Giangiacomo and mother to Michele Cooper, our former Program Director, now CEO, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday April 14, 2023.
Everyone knew Tony and we will cherish memories of him forever, but many of you might not have met Rosemary. Rosemary was truly the backbone of this farm. Without her loving, caring and mothering hands, SHAR would not be here today. She was Grammy G or Mrs. G to most of us here at the farm. We are deeply saddened by her passing but know that she will always be with us in our hearts.
Grammy G did not want flowers or "any fuss" for her funeral but has asked that all donations in her memory be made directly to SHAR. Your memorial donations can be made easily by clicking the link below.
