Borowicz to Host Highway Dedication in Honor of Sgt. Edward L. Shannon

LOCK HAVEN – Rep. Stephanie Borowicz (R-Clinton/Union) will be hosting a highway dedication in honor Sgt. Edward L. Shannon on Friday, May 17, at Mazeppa Union Church, 3200 Johnson Mill Road, Lewisburg.

Johnson Mill Road, (State Route 1001) from the bridge over Buffalo Creek (Bridge Key 33467) to the intersection of Col. John Kelly Road, (State Route 1002) in Buffalo Township will be known as the Sgt. Edward L. Shannon Highway.

Shannon enlisted in the Army in 1914. He first served in combat in the Mexican Border War in 1917. After success at the southern border, he was deployed to Europe in May of 1918 to fight against the Central Powers in World War I. On Sept. 26, 1918, Shannon bravely gave his life for his country after encountering hostile action in the Argonne Forest of France.

“Sgt. Shannon’s sacrifices for our nation are beyond recognition,” said Borowicz “I am privileged to be able to host this highway dedication to honor him.”

Interested individuals are welcome to join in honoring Shannon on May 17.