SNAPZ: Hog Heaven
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Little did we know how many of our readers are diehard motorcyclists! As soon as we announced this month’s Snapz theme, the bikers came out of the woodwork with these great pictures. Thanks to all who shared their pictures with us.
With her smile saying it all, Harley lovers Adam and Kristen Piccirillo of Sharon, Pa., enjoy a weekend ride on their 2009 Street Glide.
Ready to roll are Larry and Joann Jancay, Joe Varacalli, Buddy Colwell, Jimmy Santangelo and Bill Olesky, all of Bridge of Hope Church in Boardman.
Therese Olesky, Bill Olesky and Catherine and Jim Santangelo with a picnic area and beautiful Lake Erie at Erie, Pa., in the background.
Michael Sonnenlitter and Kathy Bollinger in Johnstown, Pa., in June 2013, and now they are Mr. and Mrs.
How do you sleep on a Harley? It seems Mark Granchay of Youngstown figured it out at the Myrtle Beach Bike Week a few years ago. A buddy took the picture, and Mark didn't know it until weeks later.
Bobby Davis of Austintown is seated on his Harley and smiling from ear to ear. This was taken by Leslie Schuler of Youngstown.
Taken on Veteran's Day in 2013, from left are Felipe Romain, American Legion Post 278 service officer and Navy veteran; Gary Gutilius, Military Order of the Purple Heart, Army veteran; John Salakakis, USMC and owner of the military tribute bike; and Gary Jenkins, USMC Tri-State Detachment 494, Marine Corps League …
Mike Moss of Austintown is riding his Harley Street Glide to Lake Milton on a very cold spring day this year. Sent by his mother, Diane Moss.
Mike Moss of Austintown is getting ready to ride his Harley Nightster. Submitted by his mother, Diane Moss.
This is Juan Miranda and his granddaughter Alivia Miranda. They both love riding. Sent by daughter and mother Ashley.
This is Juan Miranda and his granddaughter Alivia Miranda. They both love riding. Sent by daughter and mother Ashley.
Willie Mills and his wife, Barb, are at McConnells Mill State Park in 2009, back when they were dating. Willie says the best times they've had together have been in the wind on his Harley. Willie says his wife is a real angel!
This photo of Frank and Rochelle "Rocky" Blanco was taken in 1954 in Youngstown. They were married May 7, 1955, and will celebrate their 59th anniversary Wednesday.
"There is nothing better than a Sunday bike ride with friends. It's not the destination, it's the ride," says Karen Hardwick of Liberty, who was riding with her friend, Randy Pyle of Kittanning, Pa.
Bob Holton of Boardman “glows” on a 2005 Harley Davidson Heritage Softail Classic. Submitted by his wife, Diane Theis.
The smoke is billowing at the Tionesta Slow Drag bike contest at Rumble on the River in 2012 in Titusville, Pa. Sent by Kelly Morrocco.
Addison Pollock is enjoying the thrill of sitting on a big motorcycle, sent by grandparents Rob and Donna.
These are twin sisters, Megan and Michelle Nitzsky, when they were 5 years old on their dad's motorcycle. Sent by George Nitzsky
Rosie Cavanaugh at Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Quebec, chasin' away the blues. Taken by Chuck Cavanaugh.
Jayne Rohleder Zaleski of Milwaukee, Wis., with a display of memorabilia of her deceased boyfriend, Arlen Strehlow, the man with the horns. Taken by Chuck Cavanaugh.
Steve Chaszeyka, "The Wizard," of New Middletown, is working on the details of his bike. Taken by Chuck Cavanaugh.
Dr. Frank Daniels taken in Boise, Idaho, as he rides proudly before the American Flag. Taken by Chuck Cavanaugh.
Dee Cavanaugh sitting in front of the Entering the Blue Ridge Parkway sign. Taken by Chuck Cavanaugh.
This photo of Dee Cavanaugh was taken at the museum, Wheels Through Time, in North Carolina. She lives in New Middletown. Taken by Chuck Cavanaugh.
E. Bruce Heilman, 86, is the only World War II veteran who rode in the "Riding the Ridge" tour in the Blue Ridge Mountains, sponsored by Harley-Davidson. Taken by Chuck Cavanaugh.
E. Bruce Heilman, 86, chancellor of the University of Richmond, Va., rode the lower part of the 48 states last year and the upper part the year before. This year he is planning a trip to Alaska. Taken by Chuck Cavanaugh.
Detective Tim DeLuca of Old Orchard Beach, Maine, Police Department, escorts all the VIPS of Harley-Davidson on tours. Taken by Chuck Cavanaugh.
Nancy Davidson, left, and Willie G. Davidson, grandson of one of the founders of Harley-Davidson, and Joe Dowd, manager of Harley Owners Group, all from Milwaukee, Wis. Taken by Chuck Cavanaugh.
In 2005 4-year-old twins Jakob and Jarid Armeni give two thumbs-up to their dad, Ralph Armeni, builder of this 2002 custom Harley.
This was taken outside the Chapel of Friendly Bells at Trinity Methodist Church, downtown Youngstown, immediately after David and Kathleen Jones of North Lima were married, Oct. 16. Their wedding attire coordinates with the Harley. After the ceremony they jumped on the bike and rode in the YSU Homecoming Parade.
Future Harley boy Ryder, 1 year-old son of Dustin and Rachel of Columbus, and grandson of Bob and Lucille Brink of New Middletown.
Baxter Grossen and his 2008 ScreaminÕ Eagle Softail at bike week at Daytona in 2012. Sent by his wife, Sally Grossen.
Newlyweds Michael and Apryl Parrilla, were married June 8, 2013, at Holy Apostles Parish in Youngstown by the Rev. Joseph Rudjak, who also rides a Harley. Submitted by Mike and Kathy Parrilla, Michael's parents.
Steve and Patty Miller, formerly of Poland, enjoying a pig-trail ride in Arkansas in 2010. Sent by Trisha Miller.
David Bortmas, 1, did it and was caught in the act in 1970 by Mom, Donna Hunt. David now lives in Lake Milton.
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