The Bill Coyle Memorial Cruise-In at Fort Ritchie in June was a big hit with participants and enthusiasts. Over 180 cars, trucks, Jeeps, motorcycles, and tractors were on display at the second annual event in Cascade. Funds raised from the Cruise-In will support the Fort Ritchie Community Center’s (FRCC) summer camp program for local children.
Vehicles were registered in one of seven categories.
Best Truck — Justin Bushneck (1917 Mack)
Best Tractor — Mike Head (Pulling Tractor)
Best Jeep — Louis Capezuto (Restored Military Jeep)
Best Motorcycle — Eric Peel (1962 Harley Davidson Trike)
Best Modern — Richard Burd Family (2010 Corvette)
Best Classic — John Gongloff (1979 Corvette)
Best Antique — Dennis McCullough (1970 Chevy Nova)
This marks the second year for the event, which has been renamed in memory of Bill Coyle, a Cascade resident and FRCC member, who passed away in March. Bill loved antique cars and frequently drove in parades, proms, and Pen Mar Park. Bill’s 1929 Model A Ford was on display at the Cruise-In.
The Fort Ritchie Community Center is celebrating its 15th year of service in 2023. The Community Center provides a wide range of programs and activities such as youth programs, group fitness classes, holiday events, craft bazaars, and fishing tournaments. Located on the former Fort Ritchie property, it features a fitness center, weight room, two gymnasiums, and personal training. Please visit www.thefrcc.org for more information on the Community Center and its upcoming events.
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Pictured are Jeff and Bethany (Bill’s youngest daughter) Deibel next to Bill Coyle’s 1929 Model A Ford, on display at the Cruise-In.