Mark Forsell retires from Long Lake Highway Dept.

Mark Forsell of Raquette Lake

Mark Forsell of Raquette Lake will retire from the Town of Long Lake Highway Department on Friday, September 28 after 35 years of service.

Over the many years of his service, Forsell has plowed snow, shoveled sand, cut brush and kept the roads of Raquette Lake accessible to town residents alongside his many co-workers, including Charlie Bird, Gene Darling, Sr., Murray Lamphear, Wayne Kavanaugh and Tom Murdock.

According to his family, he is looking forward to sleeping in, fishing at his favorite spots, hunting everyday of the season, and just kicking back.

All family and friends are invited to a party in his honor that will be held at the family home at 291 Poplar Point Road on Sunday, October 7 beginning at 1 p.m. No gifts please.

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