Cherry Grove Cemetery

06/19/2026

I believe the original Nordmont Hotel was short-lived. Built around 1891, it only stood for six years. These newspaper articles from the Sullivan Republican newspaper range in dates from 1891 through 1895. The articles mention various owner/operators; the Peterman brothers, W. B. Snider, E. I. Brundage and John Watson.

In September 1897, a devastating fire swept through the town of Nordmont. Much of the town as it stands today was destroyed, along with the hotel.

Around 1900 the hotel in Nordmont was rebuilt and still stands as the building we know today. The “new” Nordmont Hotel was first operated by George Fiester. Later, owners Ben and Delia Peterman Stiger used the hotel as a residence and rented rooms out to hunters and fishermen from the 1930s until about 1960.

The photographs show the SECOND Nordmont Hotel, built circa 1900. If anyone knows of, or has a photo of the original hotel, please let us know. — *Click on each photo to enlarge to full view.

History by Deb Zwicker Wilson

06/13/2026

I pulled these from storage.

My Great Uncle Philip Peterman was proprietor of the Nordmont Hotel at the turn of the century.

Here is a letter ordering beer from Williamsport Beverage Co. to ship via the Williamsport and North Branch Railroad.

Next is a receipt from the Railroad for shipping payment of beer.

Lewis Craig Peterman

06/11/2026

Stay tuned.

Cherry Grove Association has a FABALOUS and exciting new project starting.

Pictures and details to come.

06/04/2026

Philip Peterman (1870-1935)

Philip Peterman was born in Laporte Township, Sullivan County, on November 2, 1870. His parents were James Peterman and Hannah Jane Hunter.

Philip lived in Nordmont his whole life. Census reports recorded his occupation as storekeeper, merchant, and tax collector. In the photo shared here, you will see a receipt with his signature— received from James Russell for One Dollar and thirty-two cents in the year 1906.

Philip was the Nordmont Station Agent for the Williamsport and North Branch Railroad. His typewriter is pictured below. This typewriter is currently on display in the East Lycoming Historical Society in Hughesville.

Philip Peterman was proprietor of the Nordmont Hotel at the turn of the century.

Here is a letter ordering beer from Williamsport Beverage Co. to ship via the Williamsport and North Branch Railroad.

Next is a receipt from the Railroad for shipping payment of beer.

On December 21, 1899, Philip married Maude Minerva Erlsten. They were married for 23 years until Maude’s death of kidney disease in 1923. Philip lived on his own as a widower until his passing 1935. Philip and Maude had no children.

Near the end of 1935 Philip spent two weeks in Williamsport hospital where he was diagnosed with a terminal illness. After his release from the hospital the plan was for Philip to be admitted to a hospital in Philadelphia where he would receive end of life care— this hospital later became known as Inglis House. His nephew Chet was looking after Philip at his Nordmont home and the day Philip was due to make the trip to Philadelphia (likely by train), Chet made a quick trip down to town and Philip took that opportunity to end his life— on his own terms and on his own land. Upon his return, Chet found Philip deceased. The date was November 19, 1935.

Philip’s obituary appeared in The Morning Press on November 21, 1935. It mentioned he was survived by; “the following sisters and brothers: Mrs. Fred Keeler, Nordmont; Mrs. Monroe Phillips, Sonestown, R. D.; Mrs. G. M. Fiester, Hughesville; Harry Peterman, Sonestown R. D.; Chester and Minard Peterman, Nordmont.”

The attached photo shared by Lewis Peterman shows (from left to right) —
Harry, Chester, Philip and Minard Peterman

Philip Peterman rests with his wife Maude in Cherry Grove Cemetery.

—history by Deb Zwicker Wilson

06/03/2026

05/31/2026

What were the good citizens of Nordmont up to in March 1910?
**Click on article to read full version**

—The Republican News Item
March 24, 1910

05/30/2026

We have TWO (2) patriotic crosses left for the 250th Fourth of July Anniversary fundraiser. Get one before they are all gone. 2 white.

Text Lewis Peterman for pickup or potential delivery. 203.249.1399

05/26/2026

Despite the cloudy, cool, weather, Cherry Grove had a well attended Memorial service. This was the 103rd Annual service at Cherry Grove.

Left to Right:

Brian Hoffman, President of Cherry Grove Cemetery Association, Staff Sergeant Conner Bently, Speaker, Lewis Craig Peterman, Director, SrA Ivy Goolsby, Military Guest.

Photo courtesy of Richard Kompas.

05/23/2026

Natural Grass LLC has spead mulch and planted flowers at the "new" flagpole and monument at the top of the Cemetery and our entrance sign.

05/23/2026

Memorial Day is actually a solemn day of remembrance for the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military.

Please honor our Veterans past, present, and future.

Remember and honor!