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Benefit set for woman with brain aneurysms

A fundraiser is planned for a Lehighton woman who suffered a double brain aneurysm while at work.

Sue "Myrtle" Keiser, 43, who is employed at Majestic Fire Apparel in Franklin Township, suffered a double brain aneurysm on Jan. 22. She has been hospitalized since then.The event, to be held Saturday, April 5, at the Beaver Run Rod and Gun Club in Mahoning Township, is being conducted by co-workers and family members. It has been dubbed "Help Myrtle Over the Hurdle."Entertainment will be by a DJ and the band Onguent, beginning at 7 p.m.A Chinese auction and basket raffle will also be held.The funds raised will be used toward her medical expenses.She is the daughter of Eugene and Ruth Mertz, and the sister of Michelle Nace, Terry Mertz and Brian Mertz.Admission to the fundraiser is $15 per person and $25 per couple if purchased in advance, and includes beverages and finger food.Tickets will be sold at the door.Advance tickets can be purchased at Majestic Fire Apparel, 255 Wagner St., Franklin Township.Donations are also being accepted at Majestic.