Enoch Crosby DAR Chapter inducts new members in Mahopac

MAHOPAC, N.Y.—The Enoch Crosby Chapter of the National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution has inducted two new members.

In February, Michelle Rissolo, whose patriot ancestor enlisted in New York, was inducted at the chapter’s meeting at Mahopac Library. Afterward, Paul Collins, author of Enoch Crosby: The Shoemaker Spy, spoke about the life and times of the chapter’s namesake. Collins said he was determined to substantiate all details in the book, and members have since enjoyed reading about significant local events.

The December meeting held at the Cornerstone Park conference room in Carmel saw Mary Schleissmann get inducted Her patriot follows a direct paternal line to the colonial era, meaning each person connecting her to her patriot had the same last name. After a brief ceremony, the chapter celebrated the holiday season with its annual potluck luncheon and Yankee swap. Every year, members purchase and wrap holiday gifts for a local needy family, which are delivered after the celebration.

The Enoch Crosby Chapter recorded a record number of community service hours, surpassing the preset annual goal of Service to America hours. The NSDAR is a nonprofit, nonpolitical volunteer women’s service organization dedicated to historic preservation, education, and patriotism. Any woman 18 or older—regardless of race, religion, or ethnic background—who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution is eligible for membership. For more information, contact chapter registrar Libby Baker at libbybaker@aol.com.

Article courtesy of the Enoch Crosby Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution