Friend to Friend - Friends of Kids with Cancer

Friend to Friend
Winter/Spring 2013 Newsletter •Volume 10
friendsofkids.com • 314-275-7440
Survivors: The Future of Friends!
Having celebrated our 20th Anniversary with our 2012 Fashion Show, Friends of Kids with Cancer is looking forward to 20 more
years of friendship, smiles, and helping kids with cancer... be kids.
Be sure to read the feature on page 3 to learn the stories of five survivors who could be the next generation of Friends leaders. We
are so proud they have stayed connected to us. For some of them, treatment ended over ten years ago, and we are amazed that
they continue to give back, and that they’re leading our Young Friends of Kids with Cancer group!
“Friends made a difference in my life by making every
day a little easier.”- Megan Hecht
“I really developed a passion for helping kids going
through some of the same things I did.”- Andy Cook
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Our Mission
2013-2014
Board of Directors
OFFICERS
Rick Lommel, President
Mary Mercurio, Vice President
Tom Lynch, Vice President
Jay Adams, Treasurer
Mandy Drozda, Secretary
Allen Brockman, Emeritus
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Kris Arneson
Marianne Bergamini
Matt Biffignani
Gary Bilder
Don Brown
Jonathan Burke
*Peter Cohen
Joe Curotto
Chris Drier
John Kijowski
*Mary Jotte
Cheryl Lawless
Chuck McDonnal
Kathy Manganaro
Bob Nuelle
*Larry Reimelt
Margie Sedlack
Ed Schmid
Frank Schmidt
*Ben Turec
Jill Turec
Matt White
Mary Lynne Wilson
*Terri Wurdack
ADVISORY BOARD
Dr. Robert Bergamini
Dr. Gordon Gale
Dr. Karen Gauvain
Dr. Rob Hanson
HONORARY BOARD
Gene Deutsch
Al Goldman
Dan and Libby McLaughlin
Tom O’Neal
Guy Phillips
Gary Saettele
*Denotes former President
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Judy Ciapciak
COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
Catie Dandridge
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
Brandy Lucero
Friends of Kids with Cancer
530 Maryville Centre Dr, Suite LL5
St. Louis, MO 63141
T: 314-275-7440 F: 314-275-7446
www.friendsofkids.com
Friends of Kids with Cancer is devoted to enriching the daily lives of children
undergoing treatment for cancer and blood related diseases.
Our mission is to be an advocate for these special kids and provide them and
their families with the recreational, educational, and emotional support needed
throughout the long hours of chemotherapy, illness and isolation.
A Message from the President
Hello,
I am Rick Lommel, and I am honored to serve as the newly
elected president of Friends of Kids with Cancer. If you are
reading this newsletter, then you already know what it is
that I love so much about Friends. If you have ever been to the
annual Golf Tournament, Fashion Show, Trivia Night, or any of
our family parties, then you know how dedicated everyone
involved is. Perhaps you have been a volunteer, taking some time
out of your day to help at an event. Maybe you have given your
time and money to support us at an annual fundraiser. You could
be a parent of a child, and have seen firsthand the effect Friends
has on supporting your child throughout their illness. Maybe you know the family of
a child with cancer and have heard of our efforts. If you are not fully aware of all of the
wonderful things Friends does, I encourage you to ask someone who does know.
Friends is fully immersed in the community. I find it so amazing that no matter where I
am in the St. Louis Area, I find supporters of Friends. There are, of course, the major events
that many know of, but most people aren’t aware of the many third party events, held each
weekend throughout the year. From trivia nights, to barbeques, to poker tournaments, to
car shows, these events are organized by people who know the impact of Friends and want
to help.
I consider myself lucky to be a part of such a great charity. Not only do I get to be
consistently amazed by our courageous and wonderful kids, but I am also inspired by the
goodness and generosity of people I see in everything Friends does. I am so grateful for the
opportunity to help lead this organization over the next two years. I encourage you to get
involved and have the opportunity to feel what I get to feel each day. The individuals who
support our charity are exceptional and we would love to have you as part of that group.
Please feel free to contact me at rlommel@rglgroupstl.com and learn more about what you
can do to help kids with cancer… be kids.
Thank You,
Rick Lommel
Friends Welcomes Three New Board Members in 2013!
Gary Bilder, owner of Lukas Liquor Superstore in West County- Gary has been a big supporter
of Friends for years as a major donor to the Golf Tournament. He has donated all of the wine for
dinner, and thousands of dollars worth of items in the silent auction. Gary has also served on the
Fall Concert committee.
Don Brown, President of Don Brown Chevrolet- Don and his wife, Tracy, learned about Friends
through Board Members Ben and Jill Turec. They began volunteering at the Halloween Party.
After attending Art from the Heart and forming a special friendship with one of the artists, their
involvement with the charity has grown.
Chris Drier, Market Area GM of Waste Management- Chris first got involved with Friends as
a sponsor of the Golf Tournament. Shortly after that, he stepped up his sponsorship to become
the tournament’s title sponsor. After spending four years in Washington, D.C., we are excited to
welcome Chris back to St. Louis.
Survivors: The Future of Friends!
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One of the biggest silver linings patients and families encounter during the countless hours spent in treatment are the friendships
made that last for years after treatment ends. A core group of former patients have maintained a close bond over the years and
have continued to be heavily involved with Friends in a variety of ways, especially in leading our Young Friends of Kids with
Cancer group. Some of these young men and women reflected back on why they love Friends, what keeps them involved, and
how it has shaped their paths in life.
Julia Gold: The experience that had the biggest impact on me was my first Fashion Show.
Friends made me so glamorous in the time of my life when I was the most self conscious.
My whole body was swollen from steroids, and I had lost most of my hair due to radiation.
I just felt so special for one day.
I’ve stayed with Friends for many reasons, including the friends I have made. We all have
something in common; we have all battled a disease and come out much stronger. I now
have a higher level of empathy for others. I just want to make all of the kids and young
adults feel as special as Friends made me feel. I’m honored to be a member of the Young
Friends of Kids with Cancer Board. I am proud of graduating from Webster University with
a bachelor’s degree in Media Communications that I earned while going through treatment.
For the past three years, I have volunteered at Siteman Cancer Center on the oncology floor.
Megan Hecht: My first Friends experience was a Girls’ Night In at Union Station. It was
just about three weeks after my diagnosis, and Jill Turec sent every person into my room to
try to convince me to go. I was still in my shocked stage and I had my own friends, what did
I need more for? Thanks to Jill’s persistence, I ended up going and having so much fun. It
was nice to be able to talk to people who understood what I was going through. These same
friendships still exist!
Friends made a difference in my life by making every day a little easier. I couldn’t imagine
going through this without them and no other kid should, either. I stay involved to make
that happen.
Right now, I work as a Department Secretary at Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital, and I am in
school for healthcare management.
Katy Breen: I went on a teen trip to Boston, where we got to go shopping, tour Fenway Park, and
watch the 4th of July fireworks from the hotel rooftop. Friends allowed me to continue on being a
teen through a difficult time in my life. Giving back to the charity is the least I can do. It brings a
smile to my face when I see all the kids and their families we help.
I am currently teaching first grade and graduated with my Master’s Degree last Spring. I am also
the President of Young Friends of Kids with Cancer.
Andy Cook: I know I would have had a much tougher time with my illness if it hadn’t
been for Friends. I really developed a passion for helping kids going through some of the
same things I did. I feel that if I can help just one kid in some way, it will all be worth
it. I am particularly proud of the fact that I continued and completed my college degree
while going through treatment. I had to transfer home from Mizzou and take classes at
Meramec during treatment. I earned a 3.8 that semester and was able to transfer back to
Mizzou, where I maintained above a 3.5 until I graduated.
Matt Zeller: At a time when I was playing baseball for my high school team, I met former Cardinals Steve Kline and Mike
DiFelice in the treatment center office. They invited me to Busch Stadium to play catch and afterwards, I hung out in the
clubhouse with the players before a game, shagged fly balls in the outfield during practice, and got to watch a winning game.
Friends helped me take a devastating experience and make it as painless as possible. I stay involved because if I can make someone
else’s experience with cancer a little easier to bear, then it’s worth the effort.
After treatment I joined the Army and served with the Army Rangers in Iraq from 2005-2006, just three years after treatment. It
was tough, but because of my experience as a teenager, I was able to take it in stride. I now work at the Department of Veterans’
Affairs, and I have two beautiful children and a fantastic wife.
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Adopt-A-Family
On November 27, 2012, Kelly Hager, owner of The Kelly Hager Group of Keller Williams Realty hosted a party
at her home in which she asked friends, relatives, coworkers, and clients to help deliver the Christmas wishes and
needs of 18 children and their families. Approximately 150 people came bearing gifts for the families, resulting in
more than $4,500 in cash donations and $26,000 worth of new clothing, games, toys, household items, and gift
cards!
There were so many donations, that it took eight vans to deliver the packages to the
families. Each family received well over $1,000 to make their holidays brighter!
Toy Drives
The Holiday Season was overflowing with generosity in 2012. We are so thankful for all of the many wonderful
groups who hosted Toy Drives to fill our Toy Closets!
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Altair Travel
Aramark Uniform Services
Boeing Employees
Burns & Wilcox
Cassidy Turley
CBRE
CBS Radio/ KEZK &
KYKY
Cooper Bussmann
Tina Emig
ESCO Technologies
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The Koman Group
Midwest Industrial Rubber
Missouri Baptist Cancer
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Navis Pack & Ship
Optum Healthcare
Peggy Jura & friends
Playoff’s Sports Bar & Grill
QuickCash
The Ritz-Carlton
RJP Electric
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St. Louis Pizza and Wings
5th & 6th Graders at St.
Michael’s School in Clayton
Southwestern Illinois
College
Victor Espenoza
Westminster Moms’
Luncheons
Young Friends of Kids with
Cancer
Youth in Action
Chaminade’s Day of Service
Chaminade College Preparatory had their annual Mother/Son Service Day on December 1st. We were very excited
when they expressed interest in helping the families with Friends of Kids with Cancer again this year!
This year’s service project was especially welcomed because they were able to help some of our families for the holidays
by hanging their Christmas lights and decorations. They even topped it off by bringing freshly baked cookies!
The students and faculty at Chaminade have continued to support
Friends of Kids with Cancer in many ways.
In addition to the Service Day, Chaminade students raised $1,700 for
Friends through their 6th Annual Indoor Soccer Marathon. Students raised
the money by taking pledges and playing soccer all day long on a day off
from school.
Thank you all for everything you do!
Kids Helping Kids
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We could dedicate an entire newsletter to our Kids Helping Kids Club. These young entrepreneurs continue
to amaze us with their generous and inventive ways of helping kids with cancer….be kids.
• Alexis Phillips raised $140 at her lemonade stand.
• The 7th Graders at Holy Trinity Catholic School raised $109.46 by hosting a bake sale.
• Schoolmates of Jack Dannegger held a snack and toy drive for patients in treatment.
• Students at Kehrs Mill Elementary School held a toy drive in honor of Blair Dubinsky.
• Jamie Holtzman donated $100 in gift cards she received at her birthday party.
• Shirlee Green Preschool and Shaare Emeth Temple collected and donated toys and books.
• 7th graders at North Kirkwood Middle School assembled Buckets of Love for newly diagnosed patients and attached
inspirational tags to them. They also made Valentine’s Day cards for patients, and created posters to promote their upcoming
Hats on Day.
• Haley Fullmer raised money by selling bracelets she made.
Thank you to all of the great kids out there with big hearts who generously help other kids!
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Ariel Berwald
Clinton Junior High School
Ellen Conley
DuBray Middle School
Sara Eberlin
Jessie Goldberg
Hazelwood Central High School
Lauren Hutchens
Lindbergh High School DECA
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Maison McLean
O’Fallon Township High School
Girls’ Soccer Team
Brea Schmitz
St. Norbert School
Ellie Schrieber
Isiah Valdeabella
Kyndal Vick
Shoshana Weinstein
Sunday Night Lights
The Lindbergh High School Football team hosted their third annual “Sunday Night Lights” event on
October 7th, 2012. This unique event welcomes children battling cancer to campus for a memorable
experience that includes a carnival and pre-game meal before partaking in a flag football game as a
player, cheerleader, band member, or dance team member. The guests are first treated to a carnival with
the Lindbergh students, then they are served a traditional pre-game meal. This year’s event raised $1,185
through concession stand sales and donations.
Sunday Night Lights began in 2010 when Jake Franzel, a junior at Lindbergh High School, was
diagnosed with cancer. Jake had dreamed of playing on the Varsity Football Team, and would not be
able to following his diagnosis, so his peers created “Sunday Night Lights” so that he could live his
dream. Although Jake sadly passed away in January of 2012, the Lindbergh community honors his
memory and courage by continuing to give kids a fun night as guests “under the lights.”
Operation: Orange Laces Honors Two Teammates
St. Peters Spirit Squirt B showed their support to their
teammates, Brandon #15 and Jack #80, for their courageous
journey in their fight against Leukemia by changing the
whole teams laces to orange.
The laces will be worn to continue support throughout our
entire 2012-13 Hockey Season. Brandon finished his last
treatment November 1st and Jack followed soon after.
In addition to this, they are also launching a ‘Goals for a
Cure’ Campaign. They took pledge amounts for each goal
Squirt B scores throughout their season and the money
raised was presented to Friends of Kids with Cancer!
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Third Party Events
Brooke’s 18th Birthday Party
Brooke Hyman celebrated her 18th birthday by hosting a Fashion Show and Boutique
Shopping Event to benefit Friends of Kids with Cancer!
“Over the past year I’ve had the honor to get to know the most amazing little girl,
Arianna Dougan. Ari has taught me and so many others a message of life I would’ve
never discovered. As Ari battles cancer, her smile never fades, and you can always see
the happiness in her heart.”
“With each new year in my life, I will encounter different choices, people, and opportunities
to take. Thanks to Ari, I will now always choose the ones that will take me on a path to
happiness. This is why for sone special evening I want all of us to gather to celebrate the real
meaning of life by ‘Walking the runway with our heads held high in our ‘High Fashion Frost.’”
Brooke’s big heart and her passion for fashion were the driving forces to make this event so special and to raise a
very impressive $12,500 for Friends!
Happy birthday, Brooke!! Thank you so much for putting together this fantastic event!!!
Sean Oliver Trivia Night
The first-ever Sean Oliver Trivia Night raised $5,612 for Friends of Kids with
Cancer! The trivia night was held on October 27, 2012 at Kennedy Catholic
High School and was held in memory of Sean Oliver.
Sean lost his 16-month fight with leukemia just weeks after his graduation from
Kennedy in 2002. His family set up a scholarship in his memory, which has been
awarded to a Kennedy junior every year. Recipients of the scholarship embody
the true Kennedy spirit and academic excellence.
Steelcase Wreath & Menorah Design Competition
Steelcase, Inc. held their 6th Annual Wreath & Menorah Design Competition and
Charity Auction on Thursday, December 13th. The event was held at the Kemper Art
Museum at Washington University, and raised $5,500 for Friends of Kids with Cancer!
Architectural and design companies from the area created unique wreaths and menorahs
to celebrate the holidays, and were available for purchase through a silent auction.
Additionally, artwork created through our Art Therapy program was available for
purchase.
Pistons and Pearls
Friends was lucky enough to have been chosen as a beneficiary of the funds raised at the St.
Louis Auto Show’s Pistons and Pearls Gala event totaling $7,100. On Thursday, January 24th, a
VIP Party was held, and one of our patients, Ari, was chauffeured by new Board Member, Don
Brown, of Don Brown Chevrolet. Ari then walked the red carpet and gave an interview.
The Pistons and Pearls Gala, the main event, was held on Saturday, January 26th at America’s
Center. In addition to the Auto Show, the event included live music and performances. These
events were sponsored by the St. Louis Auto Dealers Association.
Third Party Events
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Black Sheep Golf Tournament
The Black Sheep Foundation is made up of a group of big, burly rugby players whose
hearts are larger than life. In 1998, they decided to have a golf tournament as a way to
gather all of their friends who lived out of town together. Two years later, they decided
to donate the tournament’s proceeds to charity. After seeing an article in the Webster/
Kirkwood Times, Jon Burke contacted Friends of Kids with Cancer to be the charity of
their choice. For the past twelve years, The Black Sheep Foundation Golf Tournament
has raised $300,000 for Friends of Kids with Cancer.
The camaraderie among this group of guys is what makes their efforts so special. Each
year, they choose a young female athlete who is undergoing or has undergone treatment
for cancer. “We naively thought that we would be leaving these kids ‘better off,’ when
in actuality, the kids are the ones leaving us better off,” said Burke, who now serves as
Tournament Chair.
The first athlete they honored was Randi Perkins in 1999, who is now our first guardian
angel. Sadly, Randi lost her battle in 2001. Her name is now included in the name
of the tournament to help perpetuate her memory. This year’s honoree was Maggie
Bohannan, who they showered the with special gifts, flowers, money, gift cards, and an
official framed and autographed rugby jersey.
We invite you to play in the 2013 tournament, which will be held on August 17th.
Cope Plastics Golf Tournament
Cope Plastics is the premier distributor and fabricator of plastic sheet, rod, and tube across the
Midwest, and is headquartered right here in Alton, IL. Dwight Cope founded the company
in 1946, and after 66 years in the plastic business they still honor his dream and vision to
“Continuously Offer People Excellence.” The Cope team lives by a corporate philosophy: “We
believe family is the foundation of our lives”. That is one of the reasons that the partnership
between Cope Plastics and “Friends of Kids with Cancer” is so meaningful…..family is the
foundation of our mission.
In 2007, Cope Plastics held their First Annual Golf Tournament which generated $2,500
for Friends. Each year their donations have increased, and in 2012 it made a dramatic leap
to $8,221. We want to thank Cope’s Golf Tournament Chairs, and all of the Cope family
including employees, vendors and friends for your dedication to helping kids with cancer…be
kids. You do make a difference in the families’ lives that have a child in treatment for cancer.
Coaches vs. Cancer
Students and faculty at Parkway West High School raised $1,947.48 for Friends through an
event called “Coaches vs. Cancer.” During a two week fundraising period, five athletic events
took place that raised money through admission fees, along with proceeds from rally towel
and shoelace sales. At the end of the two weeks, the “Coaches vs. Cancer” basketball game
took place, which is the annual Senior-Faculty basketball game.
This campaign brought a sense of community to Parkway West, and both students and faculty
had fun supporting a good cause!
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Family Parties
Our parties have a unique way of letting the children escape into being a normal kid, running around, and having fun while allowing
the parents to relax and share their experiences with people who understand their situation.
This past fall and winter, we hosted two of our favorite parties!
Halloween Party
at the Blue Heron Farm
Winter Wonderland
at Sports Fusion
Celebrating No More Chemo!
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We are looking forward to expanding one of our newest programs; End of Chemo
Parties at the treatment centers! Reaching the end of chemotherapy treatments is
an enormous milestone in a patient’s life. Whether the treatment has lasted several
weeks or years, we are so happy to celebrate the end of it!
At the end of the treatment, patients celebrate with a small cake and we present
them with a gift card. Currently at Children’s Hospital, the patients get to ring a
special bell to signify the end of their chemo. While ringing a bell might not seem
very special to most people, it is one of the most exciting things that can happen
in the treatment center!
Pictured: Patient Jack Dannegger
celebrates with friends after finishing his
chemo treaments at Mercy.
We are so happy to be able to help these kids celebrate this amazing milestone!
A Reason to Celebrate!!
Nothing makes us happier at Friends of Kids with Cancer than celebrating the milestones
of the families we have gotten to know over the years.
If you are celebrating an important date soon, please let us know!
We recently heard the story of six-year-old Dominic Wuertz, who just celebrated six years of being cancer free!
Dominic was diagnosed with Wilm’s Tumor when he was just 11 weeks old. After three
months of chemo, he went into acute liver failure, and was listed on the transplant list. His
liver rejuvenated and began fully functioning on its own. He went into remission, and after
five years, is now considered cured.
Dominic is now is a happy, healthy first grader who loves cheering on the Cardinals. He has a
an infectious laugh and the charisma of a grown man more than twice his size.
Congratulations, Dominic! We’re so happy to hear your story!
Dominic is pictured here on the first day of school, and at Christmas with his sisters, Kennedy, Madison, and
Olivia.
Dream Room Makeover
15-year-old patient, Johnny Gibbs recently had the bedroom makeover of a lifetime!
Johnny, an avid Cardinals fan, now gets to call a Cards Clubhouse-inspired room home.
Johnny is a true friend to Friends. He and his dad recently traveled to Tulsa Oklahoma
to attend the “Chili Bowl,” which is the National Championship of midget car racing.
Johnny gave a talk during the event’s auction about his experience in treatment and how
Friends of Kids with Cancer has helped him and his family. NASCAR driver, Tony
Stewart was in attendance that day, and Johnny’s speech inspired him to make a donation
to Friends on the spot!
Thank you for spreading the word about Friends, Johnny! We hope you enjoy your room!
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Volunteer Spotlight:
Barb Kaste and Tanya Sedlack
For the past two years, Friends of Kids with Cancer’s Program Director,
Margie Sedlack, has been working with very special volunteers to bring
a little bit of joy to the kids in treatment at Cardinal Glennon. Margie,
along with Barb Kaste and Tanya Sedlack, volunteer their time doing arts
and crafts for a few hours each week.
Pictured: Barb (left) and Tanya (far
right) making Easter eggs with the kids at
Cardinal Glennon
“Barb and Tanya work so hard on this program. We spend a lot of time
planning out what crafts we’ll do. This can be tricky because we have
toddlers all the way up through teens, and we have to have something for
everyone. We never want to leave anybody out, and we even include the
kids in isolation. There are always multiple craft projects the kids can work
on. The nurses have told us that the kids are always asking them, ‘When is
Friends of Kids with Cancer coming back?’ It’s the highlight of the week
for some of them,” said Margie.
Thank you for volunteering your time to make this program so much fun,
Barb and Tanya!
Chill Cool Frozen Yogurt is Turning Three!
Amy Koman and her three daughters founded Chill Cool Frozen Yogurt in 2010. The
first location of this West Coast frozen yogurt concept is on Wydown Blvd in Clayton,
and they quickly expanded to Des Peres, then a Ladue location. Chill generously
donates a portion of their proceeds to Friends of Kids with Cancer each year. They also
have sponsored “fresh yogurt treats” on the oncology floors at the local pediatric
treament centers and give out samples at the Friends Golf Tournament and
Art from the Heart each year.
In celebration of their third anniversary, and check presentation to Friends of Kids with Cancer, Chill is sponsoring a special
event on April 19th at the Wydown location. At 3:30pm, Fredbird will be on hand, giving out limited edition baseball helmet
bowls for guests to make their favorite frozen yogurt purchase. The promotional helmet special will be held all weekend long,
until the supply is depleted.
Come on out to support Friends of Kids with Cancer while enjoying a “Chilly” treat!
When: Friday, April 19th- Sunday, April 21st
Where: Chill Cool Frozen Yogurt, 7610 Wydown Blvd (at Hanley Road)
**Special Appearance by FredBird on the 19th a 3:30pm**
Thank you ever so much for our son’s iPad. He has
recovered from his time in the ICU and is enjoying it
very much (hence the big smile). Thanks and God
Bless your continued work on behalf of the kids and
their families!
-Mother of patient
20th Anniversary Fashion Show
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The 20th Anniversary Friends of Kids with Cancer Fashion Show and
Boutique on Thursday, November 8th, at the Ritz-Carlton St. Louis
raised $200,000 for our programs!
The luncheon and dinner shows attracted over 1,100 people throughout
the day and night. The red-carpet gala featured boutique shopping
and gourmet food and drinks. Our dear friend, Guy Phillips, of Y98
served once again as our Master of Ceremonies. For the first time,
Friends partnered with Lucky You Productions to create the perfect
runway show, which featured patients and survivors who have joined the
"Friends Family" over the last 20 years.
Most importantly, this event features the kids and celebrates their
courage. Each model receives a bevy of gifts suited to their personal
preferences, from a Barbie-themed Power Wheels convertible to a
full-sized basketball hoop for the backyard! In addition to of all the
gifts, the models are treated to pizza and pool party in between shows,
and a fun night's stay at the Homewood Suites. This experience is a
real opportunity to build their self-esteem and confidence, making
every child feel beautiful and allow them to walk in the limelight to
thunderous applause.
We would also like to recognize the chairs of the event: Merri Cross,
Kelly Buchanan, and Lisa Nixon. Without them and our volunteer
committee, this outstanding event would not be possible!
Art from the Heart
The third annual Art from the Heart event, which showcased
pieces created through the Art Therapy program, raised an
impressive $40,000 for Friends of Kids with Cancer.
The event was held on Thursday, September 27th at
Mungenast Lexus of St. Louis and featured live music, drinks
and hearty appetizers from multiple restaurants, a glass
blowing demonstration, silent auction, and a showcase of
over 70 pieces of artwork created by kids in treatment for
cancer with Art Therapist, Natasha Westrich-Wood. Many
of the young artists were able to attend the event and see
their artwork raise money for the organization.
We would like to thank our wonderful committee who
helped organize the event and Arch Framing, who make the
pieces look so beautiful!
Trivia Night
This year’s Trivia Night, held on February 1st, was celebrated
“Big Easy Style” with a Mardi Gras theme that was enjoyed
by the sold out crowd!
Host Jeff Abeln led the crowd through unique categories,
games, and raffle drawings.
This year’s event raised $17,500 for our programs! Trivia
Night is one of our most popular events of the year, and it
would not have been possible without our major sponsors;
CBC High School, Moneta Group, and Bettie Gershman.
Thank you to Christine Sadler and the Trivia Night
committee for all of your hard work!
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Saturday, April 27th, 2013
635 Maryville Centre Drive
St. Louis, MO 63141
Honorary Chair
Sarah Haskins
St. Louis native and U.S. Olympic Triathlete
Registration 7:30-8:30am Run starts at 9am
Walk immediately follows
Pre-registration deadline- April 17th
Packet Pick-Up- April 24th, 7am-7pm
at Friends of Kids with Cancer Building
530 Maryville Centre Drive
For more information, or to sign up online, visit www.friendsofkids.com
Come join us and help kids with cancer... be kids!
Friends of Kids with Cancer
15th Annual Golf Tournament
Title Sponsor Waste Management
Monday, May 20, 2013
Whitmoor Country Club
Registration and breakfast will begin at 9:00 am and shotgun start at 10:30am.
Cocktails, dinner & auctions after golf.
Golf is $300 per golfer, or $1200 for a foursome. We also have multiple sponsorship levels for your to get
in front of our supportive audience! If you can’t golf but would like to still support the tournament, come to
the dinner or submit a silent or oral auction item!
Register online today at www.friendsofkids.com
Our Young Professionals Group 13
We’re young professionals and with the joys of childhood still fresh in our minds, we support
Friends of Kids with Cancer in exciting and unique ways.
Our mission is to provide an enthusiastic and energetic base of young professional supporters and
future leaders for Friends of Kids with Cancer.
Upcoming Events
Mouse Races
Join us for the 2nd Annual Mouse Races on May 4th at St.
Elizabeth of Hungary! Come out and enjoy a night of betting on
which mouse will win the race! Cost is $25 per person, or a table
of 8 for $200. Tables are sure to fill up quickly!
St. Louis Cardinals Game
Root – Root - Root for the Cardinals! Young Friends of Kids with
Cancer is selling tickets to the St. Louis Cardinals vs. Colorado
Rockies game on May 12 at 1:15pm. Cost per ticket is $25. Seats
are located in the Right/Left Loge Boxes (200’s). All proceeds
benefit Friends of Kids with Cancer. To reserve tickets, contact
rfranzel@slu.edu
Open Board Meeting – Happy Hour
Happy Hour Open Board Meeting at a date in July to be
announced soon. If you are interested in getting more involved
with Young Friends of Kids with Cancer and learning more about
our Young Friends mission, this is the event to attend. Come
network with young professionals around St. Louis.
Volunteer opportunities
Magic House
Looking to volunteer? Join us at the Magic House for a funfilled night of exploring and interacting with the kids. This
party is our annual service project and we are always happy
to welcome new faces to help kids with cancer... be kids!
Service Committee Update
The newly formed Service Committee has focused on
supporting Friends’ current programs, while bringing new
and fun ideas to life. They have been busy with small gestures
like stocking the toy closets, delivering meals and snacks,
and hosting Ice Cream Socials. They are looking forward to
discovering more ways to help kids with cancer... be kids!
For more information on volunteer opportunities with the Young Friends, visit www.friendsofkids.com or e-mail yfokwc@gmail.com
Fall & Winter Events
Constellation Classic - Glow Ball & Mini-Golf
Start practicing your swing! Young Friends is hosting its 3rd
annual Constellation Class Golf Tournament in September
at Tower Tee. Gather your friends for both mini-golf and
glow ball. Come experience a night filled with food, drinks
and live entertainment!
Toys and Toddies
‘Tis the season to be giving! Bring the kid out in you
and bring your favorite childhood toy to our annual Toy
Drive Happy Hour this December. This event is great for
networking with young professionals throughout St. Louis.
To learn more about The Young Friends of Kids with Cancer in 2013, visit www.friendsofkids.com
Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/youngfriendsofkidswithcancer
Follow us on Twitter @yfokwc
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Grandson of Mr. & Mrs.
Leslie Alberson
Warner and Helane Isaacs
2012 Honorary Donations
Charlie & Sam
Eileen Fuhrmann
Jay Dubinsky
Herb & Itta Hyman
Marian Ciapciak
Phylllis Schaeffer
Josh & Alec Dubinsky
Philip & Gayle Bassin
Louis Cohen
Jeffrey & Martina Stern
Helen Eder
Honora Karasyk
Bernice Agatstein
Steve & Sheri Solomon
Keith Compton
Marmie & Opa
Ed & Cookie Epstein
Steve & Marsha Stevenson
Madison Akers
Festus Middle School
Andrew Cook
Rena Hale
Joyce Erb
Robert Erb
Jenny Brihn Alma
Don Knepp
Jim Cook
Diane Corley
Marie Ganniger
John & Sharon Godwin
Mike & Carolyn Gunn
Jim & Jean Morrell
Kay Erb
Robert Erb
Jay Adams
Carol Hardin
Alison Miller
Geri Musler
Doris Alport
Ted Isaacs
Rainee Arnold
Daisy Scout Troop 714
Josh & Alec Bassin
Mr. & Mrs. Bruce Glazier
Dr. Bob Bergamini
St. Joseph’s Academy
Ivan Blumoff
Peter & Gisela Cohen
Maggie Bohannan
Liberty Diversified
International
Jerry Brooks
Barry & Lisa Laderman
Cherie & Jeff Stone
Denny Bryan
Jean Bryan
Kelly Buchanan
Dennis Hill
Joyce Bytnar
Richard & Janice Spathelf
Jim & Freda Cook
Michael & Carolyn Gunn
The Montgomerys
Jerry & Darlene Corley
Michael & Carolyn Gunn
Karen Corson
Bruce & Tina Corson
Clark & Susan Currier
Paul & Mary Mercurio
Mr. & Mrs. Nicholas
DiMichael
Mary McDevitt
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen
DiMichael
Mary McDevitt
Robert Erb
Joyce Erb
David Frank
Warner & Helane Isaacs
Grandson of Steve &
Marsha Funk
Bert & Laurie Schweizer
Eileen Fuhrmann
Don Robertson
Jordan Geiser
Lost Scope Project Crew
Stephen Gianino
Cee Kay Supply
Bernadette Godfrey
The Godfrey Family
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas
Greene
Mary McDevitt
Steve Lourie
Mark & Ad Schraier
Bert & Laurie Schweizer
Neil & Natalie Handelman
Al & Judy Goldman
Michael Lowenbaum
Warner & Helane Isaacs
Ruth Hill
Honora Karasyk
Mr. & Mrs. Peter Manchisi
Mary McDevitt
Eleanor Holtzman
Bruce & Laurie Glazier
Benjamin Mangus
Kerry Taylor
Josh Hylan
Anonymous
Tracey Marshall
Gene & Lee Deutsch
Sam Ilivicky
Dana Andolfatto
Sean Winter
Richard & Peg McBride
Austin Johnson
Warner Isaacs
The Scherck Family
Mary McDevitt
Laura Di Michael
Lewis Johnson
Norwin Heimos
Thelma McKeever
Mike Bytner
Mike Spathelf
Mr. & Mrs. Steve Jones
Marlin & Carolyn Henley
Paul Mendelson
Peter & Gisela Cohen
Kehrs Mill Elementary 5th
Grade Teachers
The Jaime Holtzman
Family
Drew Messey
Paula D’Angelo
Beth Fisher
Luca Fuerer
Sebastian Galiani
George
Hermann Kyrychenko
Mallory
Ryan Mayes
Ruben Rosario
Lisa Prinster
Amit Shah
Tyler Woods
Kaden Keller
Blankenship Sports Image,
LLC
Norman & Patty Gold
David & Susan Henschel
Steve & Phyllis
Kamenetzky
Neil and Ricki Marglous
Nancy Doering
Kennerly Elementary Staff
Ed Goldberg
Bert & Laurie Schweizer
Ethan Koch
Festus Middle School
Cardinal Timothy Dolan
Doug & Mary DeLong
The Godfrey Family
Dorette Goldberg
Children & Grandchildren
Lucy Dolan
Constance Lohr
Carole Lander
Jeff & Harriet Kopolow
Tom & Carol Lasker
Bert & Laurie Schweizer
Maxine Goldman
Warner & Helane Isaacs
Tom & Carol Lasker
Bert & Laurie Schweizer
Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Mueller
Mary McDevitt
Tom Mulvihill
David & Barbara
Gerstenkorn
Julie Caputa
Robert Erb
Arianna Rose Dougan
Perch & Joan Dallavis
Joan Klearman
Matt Cartmell
The Cartmell Family
Blair Dubinsky
Mary Pomerantz
Marvin Goldman
Warner & Helane Isaacs
Nancy Lehrer
Bert & Laurie Schweizer
Stacey Castillo
JM Family Enterprises
Mr. & Mrs. Henry Dubinsky
Doug Gravatte
Friends in District 64
Emily Lipsitz
Stephen & Phyllis
Kamenetzky
Peter & Gisela Cohen
Linda Meyers
Les & Marilyn Zucker
Steven & Nedra Morose
Bruce & Laurie Glazier
We strive for accuracy and your donation is important to us.
If any of the names on these listings contain errors or mistakes, please call our office at 314.275.7440.
Thank you for your support of Friends of Kids with Cancer!
2012 Honorary Donations
Denise Misuraco
Marge Pickett
Francis Gregory Slack
Tiffany & Bob Wachter
Joe Oglesby
Mark & Ellen Levine
James & Patricia Murphy
John & Barbara Murphy
Patrick & Brenda Newell
Linda O’Donnell & Family
Richard & June Piper
Raymond & Judy
Richardson
William & Martha Willett
Brenda Wiskerchin &
Family
Rick & Jill Olswanger
Mark & Adeline Schraier
Richard Ranciglio
Carol Ranciglio
Deb Stock
Vince & Michele Taormina
Mr. & Mrs. Pandorf
Mary McDevitt
Marilyn Ratkin
Steve and Phyllis
Kamenetzky
Dianne Torgrove
Nancy Novack
Max Nelson
Richard & Linda Stein
Elmer Nowack
Peter & Gisela Cohen
Donna Parker
JM Family Enterprises
Sylvia Perlmutter
Sol & Honora Karasyk
Tom Phillips
Mark & Mary Jo LaBarge
Hannah Quirk
George & Gerry Ballinger
Bill Bono & Family
Yvonne Cassidy
Bob & Christy Cavanagh
Robert Clayton II
Sandy Conn
Belinda Ebers & Family
Bob & Connie Feil
Patricia Gelber
Mike & Linda Lake
Dan & Sue Locke
Terry & Margaret Miller
Doug Minor & Family
David & Susie Murphy
Jake Reby
Richard & Linda Stein
Mr. Leslie Rich
Peter & Gisela Cohen
Rosanna Small
JM Family Enterprises
Dr. Kent Snowden
Alan & Nancy Charlson
Fran Solomon
David & Susan Henschel
George Stock
Todd & Wendy Anstine
Ellie Thiemann
Robert & Sharon Thiemann
Dennis & Laura Hoguet
C. Hook
Doyle & Mary Kalbfleisch
Brad & Angela Kesler
Khoury Pharmacy, Inc.
Michael & Karen
Koenigstein
Jeffrey & Kathleen Kuebler
Melvin & Margie Lindhorst
Craig & Theresa O’Bryan
Jim & Mary Lou Oglesby
Patrick & Alicia Oglesby
Quality Collision Inc.
Judy Rickey
Michael & Julie Rickey
Ron’s Pharmacy
Quality Collision Inc.
John & Elaine Ryan
Leann Voges Schwartz
Virginia Stumpf
Chad & Michelle Swan
Doug & Deborah Volmert
Andrew & Lynn Webb
Sue Watters
Dr. Harold Walter
Terry Juden
The RTWA Gang
Jill Turec
Bruce & Laurie Glazier
Jim & Rhonda Trenary
Lisa Wildschuetz
Sophie Thoman
Carrie Roider
Robert Erb
Hailey Tracy
Robert & Dorothy
Dielschneider
Melinda & Mike Rhodes
The Strootman Family
The Woodslow Family
Noah Rothe
The Carters
Marci Trimlett
Lynn Yaeger
Mr. Clifford Van Ittersum
Mary McDevitt
Tom Sandheirich
Bob & Holly Keisker
Corinne Tullis
Joseph & Wendy Barnard
Michael & Margaret Conrad
Joe & Karen Dent
Jean & Marcellus Eckert
David & Angel Finck
Michael & Amy Froess
Susan Hezel
Tony & Lisa Vento
Lldon & Lucille Little
Diane Riek
Brian Fitzsimmons
Craig, Kay & Macy Riek
Al Schwartz
John Moore
Arlene Schenker
Rita Levy
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Dominic Vitale
Robert Heideman
Daniel Waters
Caleb Brown
Jack Finch
Patrick & Jessica Givens
The Harris Family
Luke, Dalton & Conner
Lilledahl
Wally Weiner
Honora Karasyk
Steve Weinreich
Anonymous
Dr. Barry Witten
Ed & Dorette Goldberg
Mackenzie Woelbling
Edward & Gail Abrams
Courtney Caswell
Maryville University Class
of ‘72
Edna Yarmuth
Warner & Helane Isaacs
Marilyn Zucker
Jeff & Harriet Kopolow
Mark & Lee Scissors
Bruce & Lee Preston
Gary & Marilyn Ratkin
Andy & Debbie Schwartz
Steve & Sharry Solomon
Ron & Roz Teper
Dear Friends,
Thank you so much for the Best Buy gift card. It was very nice
of Friends of Kids with Cancer to give me such a great gift, when
you didn’t have to at all. I used my gift card to buy an Xbox 360
Kinect. I love it! My sisters came home from Kansas City, so my
whole family was able to play it together.
We had a great time playing! I attached some pictures of me
with my gift, and of my family and I playing with it. Thanks so
much again!
-Patient
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Jean Taggart Allison
Tom & Rita Keefe
2012 Memorial Donations
Gayle Viorel
Mary Ann Viorel
Nancy Walterscheid
William & Martha Willett
Brenda Wiskerchin Family
Jim Artz
Jo & Jan Jeziorski
Ingeborg Goessl
Steve & Patti Hubbell
Karen Hurst
Shirley Janes
Ann Knight
Harriet Leff
Bob & Debbie Nagy
Barbara Nordhaus
Miaden & Kimberly
Mastnak
Jay & Christine May
Gene & Joan Menges
Glenn & Sharon Pearl
Rich & Kathy Sansone
Dawn Singer
Don & Reba
Smedshammer
Greg Smith Family
Tom & Karen Tonella
Cindy Williams
Mary Vasiz
Stephen Aufdenspring
Michal & Barb Aufdenspring
Mother of Peggy Billhartz
Mark Eidelman
Reita Barasch
Mary McDevitt
Susan Brethauer
Rick & Ann Seebeck
Leota Billings
George & Gerry Ballinger
Bill Bono & Family
S.A. & Kim Buckman
Sandy Conn
Kathy & John Cardona
Yvonne Cassidy
Bob & Christy Cavanagh
Robert Clayton II
Katy Drews
Belinda Ebers & Family
Bob & Connie Feil
Patricia Gelber
Doug & Janet Gregonis
Angie Hudelkorn
Don & Alma Knepp Family
Betty Krigbaum
Mike & Linda Lake
Dan & Judy Locke
James McKenzie
Kevin & Susan Meneau
Terry & Margaret Miller
Doug Minor & Family
David & Susie Murphy
James & Patricia Murphy
John & Barbara Murphy
Patrick & Brenda Newell
Linda O’Donnell & Family
Sonya Pecoraro
Richard & June Piper
Raymond & Judy
Richardson
Sidney & June Riedinger
Jonna Schiller
Grace Brod
Peter & Gisela Cohen
Jeffrey & Martina Stern
Fred Altman
Lauren & James Ryan
Rose Altman
Cherie Stone
Mary Ann Altmann
Joe & Joyce Ancona
Tony Amato
Tim & Mary Kellett
Dr. George Anstey
Tom & Trish Casey
Judith Aronson
Warner & Helane Isaacs
Ronnie Barnholtz
Bruce & Laurie Glazier
Sister of Carol Barr
Stephen & Nedra Morose
Doris Baumgarten
John & Do Reis
Madelyn Bayer
The Adamson Family
Thomas & Joyce Deluva
Dr. Patrick McDonough
Vivian Becker
Eric & Allison Galanti
Husband of Beverly
Berman
Beverly Goldstein
Alan L. Bernstein
Toby Braverman
Edith Biederman
Paul & Joy Berry
The Brooks Family
Virginia Bruce
John & Lily Creighton
Homer & Elizabeth Clark
Joan Corwin
Kip Fechner
Jeff & Shannon Fraley
Scottie Freeman
Frank Benedict
Les & Marilyn Zucker
Pat Biffignani
Ann “Nancy” Messina
Mike Boehle
Paul & Mary Mercurio
Jerry Bolt
Mark Eidelman
Dave Braerton
Helen Mohan Family
Frieda Breitenbach
Carol Ranciglio
Ron Brumfield
Bob & Judy Dethloff
Charlotte Bruns
Betty Laury
Dolores Bulback
Tom Gummersbach
Martha Burke
Joe & Joyce Ancona
Mrs “Mel” Calvert
Joe & Joyce Ancona
Jean Campbell
Viki & Tom Diedrich
Terry & Jan Lieberman
Joe & Minette Lieberman
Jerry & Sue Palmer
Steve & Vicki Schlesinger
Neil Cassee
Warner & Helane Isaacs
Sam Cipola
Joe & Joyce Ancona
John “Jack” Clynes
Mr. & Mrs. J Aller
Mr. & Mrs. Steve Boll
Chip & Gaylyn Bratcher
Mr. & Mrs. Tom Campbell
William Clynes
William & Martha Clynes
Donna Conlon
Patrick & Judith Cooney
The Dameris Family
Jerry & Monica Dunavan
Glenn & Desiree Dutton
Bill & Julie Feast
William & Pod Jo
Deen Fleichman
Steve & Maureen Garner
Kathleen Gibbs
Danny & Janice Glenzy
Teri Grippi
William & Mary Lou Hof
Dennis & Dancy
Jenkinson
Sheila Jones
Carlene Kemner
Diane Kemner
Mr. & Mrs. Tom Kemner
Thomas & Jacqueline
Laybne
Jim & Pat Lane
Mark & Donna Lutz
Steve & Kathy Mayes
Chris Murphy
Greg & Karen Nemec
Stephanie Northcutt
Jerry & Kimberly
Pridemoore
Scott & Denise Prost
R. Trucking
Kevin Randazzo
Kathy Roberts
Larry Sims
Tim & Laura Tannehill
Linda Walker
Steve & Shari Washburn
Dennis & Pamela Zurweller
Barbara Catherine
Al & Judy Goldman
Grant Austin Cohen
Kim Zetcher Heligman
Mark & Ad Schraier
Jennifer Wittner
Robby Chandler
Kathy Ulmer
Matthew Cohen
Herb & Beverly Goldstein
Rose Cipola
Joe & Joyce Ancona
Isobel Mariam Collins
Joe & Joyce Ancona
James Cook
Mary McDevitt
Linda Curry
Ben & Janey Gleason
Mildred Daniel
Sharon Lee Hoyt
Joy Sunday School Class
Ruby Moss
William Delmont
Paul & Gail Corcoran
Nora Denson
Kirkwood Post Office
Erna Deutsch
Gene & Lee Deutsch
Saleeby & Associates Inc.
H. Chandler Taylor
Vee-Jay Cement
Contracting Co.
Sam & Mary Anne Vitale
Henry & Susan Warshaw
Pat Dielman
Gene & Lee Deutsch
Mother of Diane Dougal
Rita Leevy
Mother of Dr. & Mrs.
Norman Druck
Steve & Phyllis
Kamenetzky
Paul A. Duenwald
The McSalley Family
Mother of Ellen Dunn
Kim Heligman
Linda Ehridge
Acres Metal Recycling
Advanced Elevator Co., Inc
David & Kathy Gabris
Family
Michael & Lori Gullion
Marvin & Dorothy Jeffers
John J. Kirlin Special
Projects, LLC
Jon & Nicole & Family
Josh & Dee & Family
Mr. & Mrs. Ted Margraff
Pat Moehl
Gloria Piatchek
Hal & Carol Stone
2012 Memorial Donations (Contd.)
William B. Eiseman Jr.
Richard & Linda Stein
Bonnie Engemann
Paul & Mary Mercurio
Helene Erman
Gene & Lee Deutsch
Edwin Espinoza
Daphne Congemi
Sister of Iris Evanter
Beverly Goldstein
Ed Feibig
Coleman & Diann Bank
Harold Fishman
Les & Marilyn Zucker
Chuck Francis
Bert & Laurie Schweizer
Jake Franzel
Murray & Gail Appelbaum
The Aubuchon Family
Nick Argint
Cheryl Astroth
Thom & Kippie Atkins
Jerry & Doris Auslander
Roz Baden
Bankhead & Firth
Orthodontics
Kirk Barton
Bridget Baudrexl
Tom Beauchamp
Gretchen Biscan
Kevin & Carol Blinder
The Bennett Family
Jack Bishop
Marita & Bobby Breeden
Lydia Brinker & Family
The Bristoe Family
Dee Callahan
Miles Cargas
Judy Ciapciak
Cherry Hills Dental Group
The Christian Family
Mason & Carter Coleman
Crestwood Elementary
Staff
Michael & Therese Doll
Dennis & Glenda Donahue
Timothy & Mary Driemeyer
Brett & Angela Dunsford
Tim & Patty Fagin
Dave & Peggy Findley
Ursula Fox
Aaron & Ellen Franzel
Dick & Lorry Franzel
Mike & Sue Franzel
Dawn Friedmann Family
Friends Office Staff
Christine Garhart
Greg & Brenda Gravenmier
Eleanor Glick
Julie Gram
Grimes Consulting
Howard, Cindy & Samantha
Hechler
Tom & Karen Hilmes Family
Kellen Hope
Stacy & Barry Jacobs
Brenda Jokerst
Anna Kalfus
Andy Kanefield
Sylvia Kaplan
Nancy, Chloe & Joshua
Katich
Kelly’s Championship
Martial Arts
The Kennedy Family
Kennerly Elementary
Students & Staff
Mr. & Mrs. Sidney Levin
Lindbergh Football
Association
Lindbergh National
Educational Association
Nancy Lipsitz
Rodney & Michelle Lofton
Cliff & Maryrose Lowe
Mary Lowe
The Lucarz Family
The Mazdra Family
Matt & Nicole McCarthy
Family
The McMindes Family
Ray, Jamie, Raelyn, Austin
& Luke Melton
The Meyer Family
Marc & Susie Miller Family
Michael & Rhonda Miller
Steven & Dee Mintz
The Mike Morris Family
Joe, Laura, Carolyn, David
& Ellen Mueller
Monica Nawrocki
Susan Novak
John & Shirley Oldani
Dr. Jane Otto
Jerald & Rochelle Pelofsky
Jorje & Candice Pereira
Mary Patricia Peterson
Manuel & Kathy Ponte
Sanford & Dawn Praechter
Mervin & Merlene
Rosengerden
Paul & Florence Rosenthal
Jenna Roth & Family
Ron & Marilyn Schoolman
Kelly Schmidt
Jenna Schuermeyer
The Tim Sekarski Family
Dr. & Mrs. Jim Simpson
Devi & Steph Small
Kirk & Rebecca Smith
Smugala’s Pizza
Mr. & Mrs. Steve Sobelman
Allen & Mary Beth Soffer
Family
Lois Soffer
The Sparlin Family
Fred & Cecile Spiegelman
Jennifer Stack
Erich & Barb Stroh
The Physicians & Staff of
Suburban Pediatrics
Sunday Night Lights Event
Marilyn Tipton
The Ullrich Family
UM-St. Louis College of
Optometry
UMSL Student Services
Robert & Jill Weber
John & Lisa Wedemeier
The Weidler Family
Dave & Amy Weiler
Lauren Weiss
Larry & Diane Wellmeyer
The Willie Family
Mike, Micki & Courtney
Wochner
Tarry & Carol Wood
Rodney Friedman
Eric & Allison Galanti
Harold Fudenberg
Steve & Phyllis
Kamenetzky
Mary Stephanie Gianino
Stephen Gianino
Charles & Joan Sum
Jim Goessling
David & Susan Henschel
Barbara Goldenhersh
Scott E. Baer
Coleman & Diann Bank
Richard Goldenhersh
George M. Kelly
Emily Martinez
The Thomas Morgan
Group, Inc.
Eleanor Rosenbaum
Willard & Geraldine Smith
Rob & Katherine Trimarke
Louis Goldfeder
Bruce & Laurie Glazier
Jenny Goodling
Ellen Wideman Harrison
Ann Waldschmidt
Del Goodman
Don Sedlack
Mother of Judy Grand
Richard & Linda Stein
James Gruebel
Terry Mullaney
Nathan Halbach
John & Lisa Halbach
Deyana Hamdan
Commons Lane School
PTG
Andrea Harris
Lldon & Lucille Little
Bill Hartrich
Judy Ciapciak
Mrs. Howard Hearsh
Peter & Gisela Cohen
Warner & Helane Isaacs
Dr. Jon P. Hendricks
Gary & Peggy Ahrens
B-Crew 1760
Bladdick, Lipina & M.
Wehrman
Lloyd Borcherding
Debbie Coleman
Dave & Yvonne Corley
Patrick & Marilynne
Dennehy
Steve & Martha Grimm
Iremco Inc.
Allan Ivie, IV
Mary Kay Jung
Miriam Jung
Joe Kaufmann
William Kohlburn
Donna Kraose
Sue Kraus
Kevin & Julie Lange Family
Bill & Jan Lauber
Dennis & Roxanne Lepper
The Matteucci Family
James & Patrice Michaels
Doug & Teresa Miller
Gene & Nina Pool
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Scott & Christy Randolph
Reliance Bank
John A Ross
Dave & Linda Smith
Spring Valley Farms
Eddie & Susie Stanglein
John Steinbeck
Rick & Bev Stevenson
Sharon Taylor
John Thompson
Jack & Gloria Trentler
Deb & Barb Tringali
Marty & Kathy Vollmar
Jerry & Elizabeth Von Rohr
Steve & Debbie Wenger
Mark Widmann
James Wiersch
Ellen Henry
Ellen Hyde
Susan Burke Kellett
Kathy Manganaro
Timothy & Joan Potter
Don & Margie Sedlack
Mable Henson
Jim & Jane Normile
Edward Holstein
Warner & Helane Isaacs
George Holway
The Paul Holway Family
Deyana Homdan
Commons Lane School
PTA
Margaret Jane Huber
Tom & Trish Casey
Gerry Huether
Joe & Joyce Ancona
James Hulverson Sr.
Betty Laury
Ellen Hyde
Timothy & Joan Potter
Tony, Anne & Emily Stoffel
Ray Jezik
Nancy Cohen
Milton Kaplan
Herb & Beverly Goldstein
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William Kaplan
Anonymous
Matthew Keeling
Mike & Elisha Kline
William Kienbusch, Jr.
Maureen Hecht
Ann Kies
St. Norbert School
Teachers
Ellinisa Kim
Sue Baehmann
Mary Chasko
Rita DeRuntz
The Doctors & Staff at
Suburban Pediatrics
Mariya Feldman
Marilyn Gosche
Ellen Harrison
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Kim
Mitchell & Diane Neuhaus
Jerry Scott
The Tatlor Family
Mark & Deborah Wilhelm
Zhenchen Wu
Father of Lori King
Kim Heligman
Melinda Kinsaul
Babler Elementary PTO
John & Sue Bassett
Joseph & Mary Biddick
Big Hill Bass Masters
Mike & Claudia Bush
Erin Cansler
Mark & Cheryl Carrier
Cleo Carson
Brook & Lynette Edmonds
Matthew Flowers, Sr.
Mark & Trudi Gronemeyer
Gerald & Ruth Higgins
Vincent & Jeanette Horton
Jenks High School
CarreerTech Dept
Christopher & Sheila
Kelleher
Claire Kellett
KCTV Family
KMOV-TV
Susan Krug
Blasé Labbe
Bill Lindsy
Mercy Hospital
Communications
James & Janice Morris
2012 Memorial Donations (Contd.)
Ruth Narinjo
Chuck Poduska
Brenda Poor
Chuck Prewitt
Charlene Pryor
Rob Rhodes
Rockwood Basketball
Teams
Sanda Rosenblum
Sag-Aftra One Union
Connie Sanner
Michael & Sylvia Scheuler
Mark & Teresa Schnyder
Douglas & Diane
Schveninger
St. Alban Men’s Group
Basketball
Carol Steinberg
Dan & Jodi Taylor
Justus Templeton
Joseph White
Maureen Wells
Jack & Carol Wilmoth
Family
Jeff & Sandy Zadoks
Family
Bram & Mia Zadoks
Kent Klamen
Elliot & Kim Rich
James & Lauren Ryan
Mark & Ad Schraier
Mr. Klaus
Queen of All Saints
Preschool 3yr. Old Class
Debi Schueler
William Knowles
Paul & Mary Mercurio
Family
Mike Kodner
Warner & Helane Isaacs
Parents of Dr. & Mrs. Ira
Kodner
Warner & Helane Isaacs
George Kreith
Peter & Gisela Cohen
Donald Kropchak
Amy Dilorenzo
Rick & Lisa Julian
Mike & Teresa Welsch
Ian Kyle
Ashley Graham
Ralph Lazaroulo
Herb & Beverly Goldstein
Labe Leiter
Anonymous
Harold Oglander
Kim Heligman
Lydia Saenger
Greg & Kathy Vitello
Lenzie Leftridge, Sr.
Tim & Mary Kellett
Julie Palmer
Roger & Donna Palmer
Mary Salerno
Joe & Joyce Ancona
Kelly Lewis
Marge & Hallie Lewis
Mr. & Mrs. Gary Patterson
Michael Streiff
Earl Thomason
Maurine Tinsley
Kathy Palmer
Les & Marilyn Zucker
Jordan Scheer
Ben & Diane Hagen Family
Mother of Carole
Peterson
Regina Mohan
John “Jay” Schicker
Mary McDevitt
Lee Liberman
Jeffrey & Martina Stern
Gwen Politte
Barb & Tom O’Neill
Dave & Colleen Polite
Robin Stolier Lloyd
James & Lauren Ryan
Barbara Lykens
Gregg & Lisa Heutel
Father of Mr. & Mrs. Tom
Margulis
Warner & Helane Isaacs
Timothy Martien
Mary McDevitt
Marty Mattlege
Bo & Linda Buechel
Lauren Elizabeth
McDonnal
Jeff & Dawn McDonnal
Kerry & Jenn Shea Family
Thelma McKeever
Mike Bytnar
Mike Spathelf
Harry Meyer
Tom & Trish Casey
Austin Murphy
Lldon & Lucille Little
Durrel “Buster” Naumann
Diana Heard
Tom Nilsen
Jeffrey & Kathleen Freese
Gary Niswonger
Lauren Ryan
Richard Nuritz
Mark Eidelman
Eleanor O’Bryan
Lou & Marilyn Dell’Orco
Bill Potts
Paul & Mary Mercurio
Dustin Powell
Jamie Powell
Lucy Gray Hill Primm
Fellow Boeing Pals
John & Christie Castagno
Ted & Mary Beth Engler
Adele Fordyce
Jim & Cathy Gidcumb
Jeanne Anne Johnson
Laura Keppel
Michael & Ann Lause
Gretchen Powers
Charles Primm
Lawsom Primm
Deanie Reis
Jacqueline Sincoff
Julie Sincoff
Sallie Skinner
Hank Williams
Mary Ann Prost
Paul & Mary Mercurio
Benjamin Schrieber
Ellie Bagby
John Samuel Schrock
Bryan Bridges
Employees of the
Chesterville Antique Mall
Brad & Kristi Clark Family
Matt Harp
Lifepointe Church
Patrick, Risa & Wyatt
Myers
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Family
Howard & Kathy Schrock
Three Rivers College
Nafme Chapter
Mary, Jodi, Jeff & Cathy
Tinnon
Gretchen Walther
Kathy Schultz
Heritage Middle School
Staff & Students
Captain John Selvick
James Pritchard
Joe Shetron
Chip France
Louis Pulcher
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Cory Siebert
Siebert, Otto & Hansard
Families
Joshua Puszkar
Tom & Kim Puszkar
Ed Sickenscher
Trish Casey
Harold Raffelson
Anonymous
Brother of Barry Simon
Kim Heligman
Patricia McDonnell Rath
Jon & Cathy Castner
Pauline Smith
Alan & Cindy Woods
Kevin Rosen
Vince Alagna
Helen Sproull
Circle of Hope Bracelets
Mother of Judy Rotskoff
Stephen & Nedra Morose
2012 Memorial Donations (Contd.)
Sister of Mr. & Mrs.
Richard Stein
Stephen & Phyllis
Kamenetzky
Alma Stengel
Coleman & Diann Bank
David Stermeck
Kim Heligman
Selma Susman
Warner & Helane Isaacs
Morris Taylor
Tom Gummersbach
Ronald Thomas Travers
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Charles & Sharon
Averkamp
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Theresa Buchmiller
Debbie Carr
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John Drevlow
Gene & Debbie Dye
Jim & Julie Eisenhart
Peter & Daniel Genovese
Raymond & Karen
Glessner
John & Jennifer Glickert
Jennifer Haupt
Connie Huellinghoff
Robert & Deborah
Jacobson
Rick & Teresa Johnson
The Kohlberg Family
Janet Kuelker
Tom & Georgia Mackiewicz
John Mc Mahon
Madden Communications
Helen Mohan & Family
David & Kate Molamphy
Cynthia O’Connor Group
Bill & Kathy Pickel
Stephanie Pollock
Anthony Porciello
Laura Quentin
Jerry & Marge Right
Alan & Peggy Schaffer
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Family
Tim & Betty Schocklee
Jeffrey & Mary Schremp
The Michael Shehadeh
Family
Amy Solari, Career Builder
Olaf & Marianne Strom
Katheryn VanBuskirk
Carl & Kris Ventimiglia
Michael & Rachel
Ventimiglia
Michael & Rachel Walsh
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Sarah Wolfersberge
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Jim Pritchard
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Lee Trommershauser
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Iota Delta Chapter
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Tom Bird
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Nancy Good
Jim Litteken
David McClaskey
Bob & Karen Preston
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Robert & Bonita Schroer
Tom & Mary Walsh
Darlene “Mae” Wood
Ben & Carol Armistead
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen
Augustine
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The Bringardner Family
Bueler, Inc
Gene & Lee Deutsch
Robert & Martha Dickson
Kathy Eberle
Dr. & Mrs. David Holley
Vicki Schaeffler Family
Scott T. Wood
Frada Anderson
Robert & Barbara Bishop
Jeffrey Conderman
Dan & Chris Cuneo
Joe & Patricia Fodor
Aunt of Jessica Henning
D. Mulchek & Family
Christine Nosbush
Ostmann Elementary 5th
Grade Teachers
Jeff & Kaye Palmier
Mike & Diane Piwowarczyk
Susan Sanderson
The Schriefer Family
The Stewart Family
Clayton & JoEllen Storch
Shane & Ashley Storz
Chris Ventimiglia
Sam & Janet Ventimiglia
Mary Beth Woods
Mike Dalton
Marie Williams
Raymond Woods
Rick & Molly Henry
Cliff & Sharon Roll
Marie Williams
Joyce Woods
Todd Zick
Barbara Berrong
Steve & Diana Ott
Bob & Wendy Zick
Pamela Annette Zimring
Coleman & Diann Bank
Jim & Jill Cohen
Frank & Sally Gafford
Jeff & Prue Gershman
Richard Goldenhersh
Harvey & Nancy Lehrer
Rose Malt
Judy Presberg
Eleanor Rosenbaum
Henry, Lizzie & Sean Stein
Dr. Richard & Linda
Sylvanovich
Randy, Muriel, Megan &
Joey Zimring
Dear Friends,
Thank you for the Blues tickets! Here is a picture of Jacob
and T.J. Oshie, his favorite player. He was the cutest little
guy ever. Thought you would like to see.
-Parent
19
Mark your calendar!
And join us for our exciting upcoming events!!
Walk with a Friend
Young Friends’ Night at the Races
Young Friends’ Cardinals Game
Golf Tournament
Saturday, April 27th, 2013
Sponsored by Duke Realty and First Watch
Maryville Centre
Saturday, May 4th, 2013
St. Elizabeth of Hungary
Sunday, May 12, 2013
Busch Stadium
Monday, May 20, 2013
Sponsored by Waste Management
Whitmoor Country Club
Art from the Heart
Fashion Show and Boutique
Thursday, September 26th, 2013
Sponsored and Hosted by Mungenast Lexus of St. Louis
Third Party Events
April 4- Tucanos Grand Opening
April 13- Jake Franzel Trivia Night
May 4- 6th Annual Aaron Hubbell Golf Tournament
May 6- Ascension Parish Knights of Columbus Golf Tournament
June 8- Jack Clynes Memorial Golf Tournament
August 17- Black Sheep Foundation Golf Tournament
September 15- Cookout at Seamus McDaniel’s
October 26- Cope Plastics Annual Golf Tournament
November 27- Chaminade Soccer Skills Event
Thursday, November 7th, 2013
The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis