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ocal 10.com has ruined my life
when it comes to dining out. The
website, run by Channel 10, now
posts the health department violations of
every restaurant in South Florida. That
includes even those mom-and-pop places
where you like to grab a quick bite during
the middle of a workday.
Say it isn’t so, but many of my favorite
jumping off spots have 10 or more violations. The ones with the most are highlighted in red on the website.
Being a “germophobe” (now, I’ve
publicly confessed); I am always careful
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to wash my hands before sitting down to
dine, even holding the door handle with a
bathpaper towel when I leave a public bath
room. Just as the TV character, Adrian
Monk, in the “Monk” series on the USA
network, I scrub my hands after shaking
the hands of someone else – anyone: rela
relative, close friend; it doesn’t matter.
But this Local 10 website has resulted
in my staying away from some of my for
former favorite haunts. It gets worse when
someone asks me out to eat, suggesting
one of the red-lined restaurants. And if I
can’t recall a particular restaurant’s score,
I have to say, “I’ll call you back” so I can
rush to the computer and check the restau
restaurant’s rating.
Being a germophobe is not always a
happy place to be. I still manage to have
just as many flu attacks as the average person each year, even though I always travel
with the small size Purell sanitizer. (You
would not want to travel on an airplane
with me; I bring the Purell, a mask, my
own pillow and blanket.) In other words,
I have a lot of baggage!
When I worked as an editor for the Key
West Citizen, on one of my birthdays; my
co-workers, as a joke, gave me a beautifully wrapped box that was filled with
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Latex gloves, a mask and a can of Lysol. What those sillies didn’t realize was
that I loved that present much more than
“the real one” they gave me! My second
husband (and daughter’s father) often referred to me as the “Howard Hughes” of
Key West. (If only I had Hughes’ money
and not his phobia!)
My daughter has forbidden me from ever
watching the movie “Contagion.” She’s
afraid I will never leave my room again.
I decided to go to WebMD to shed
some light on this ridiculous phobia,
which I have had since childhood. It is
a puzzle not only to me, but my family
members, as I am not a neatnik, far from
it! My desk, like that of many journalists,
is piled high with papers,
But now the information highway has
made it possible for me and every other
germophobe to find out where and who
has the most germs, i.e., Local10.com.
and other resources.
I decided to check with WebMD to find
out if there is a cause and a cure for this
often-embarrassing trait.
I discovered that people who obsessively wash their hands and are terrified of
germs are actually suffering from an obsessive-compulsive disorder (the same as
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the neatniks, but in a much different way!)
The website further explained that
OCD is believed to be caused by an abnormality in the brain’s circuitry. (I hope
my shrink isn’t reading this as I have kept
this bit of information from her for fear
she would want to medicate me.) I live
perfectly fine with the germophobe trait.)
The website went on to say that there’s
usually a genetic component as well, especially when OCD begins in childhood,
such as mine did.
I decided to share this little personality
wart with you because I feel sure that I am
not the only germophone out there. (I’ve
seen all those used paper towels dropped
by the door going out of the restroom area
when there is no wastebacket nearby.)
Also, encouraging words from WebMD reveal that the trait is harmless unless
it takes over a person’s life and actions,
such as ritual cleaning or washing at least
once every hour a day. That will never
happen in my case as washing my hands
every hour would get very boring – and
boredom is a much worse condition than
germ phobia!
Until next time... BETTY
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Holy Cross Auxiliary
hosts Gala to benefit Dorothy
Mangurian Comprehensive Women’s
Center at Holy Cross HealthPlex
A
Las Vegas-themed extravaganza
is planned for the 56th annual
Holy Cross Hospital Auxiliary
Gala on Saturday, March 31, beginning
at 6:30 p.m. at the Signature Grand, 6900
State Road 84 in Davie. The event benefits the Dorothy Mangurian Comprehensive Women’s Center at Holy Cross
HealthPlex.
Presented by the Holy Cross Auxiliary,
Signature Grand’s Vegas will feature an
evening filled with dancing, live musical
entertainment and fine dining with open
bar and specialty drinks. The Signature
Grand will be transformed into the famed
city where what happens in Vegas, stays
in Vegas.
“We are proud to once again this year
support the Dorothy Mangurian Comprehensive Women’s Center with proceeds
from the Gala,” said Michele Tapia, who
along with her husband Dr. Raul Tapia,
will co-chair the Gala. “Over the years we
have raised nearly $12 million to support
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Grand hosts are Doreen and Keith
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Tickets are $200-per-person.
For information, call 954-229-8562,
or e-mail Elaine.lacker@holy-cross.com.
Sponsorship and auction donation opportunities are available.
Proceeds from the Signature Grand’s
Vegas event will benefit the 55,000
square-foot Dorothy Mangurian Comprehensive Women’s Center, located at the
Holy Cross HealthPlex, 1000 NE 56 St. in
Fort Lauderdale. Phase I of the Women’s
Center is open offering comprehensive
women’s services in a healing, spa-like environment. The Jeane M. Dorini Women’s
Imaging and Diagnostic Suite serves as the
nucleus of this comprehensive center, offering advanced breast imaging including
digital mammography, minimally invasive
Michele Tapia, left; Maxine Holzworth; Doreen Koenig and Dr. Patrick Taylor, president and CEO of
Holy Cross Hospital.
diagnostic procedures, stereotactic breast
biopsy, bone density studies and ultrasonography. Future plans for the Women’s
Center include the Marti Huizenga Meditation Chapel and Healing Garden, special
programming, a medical spa, lifestyle center, education center and a café.
In addition to Signature Grand, other
sponsors include Guerrieri Family Foundation, Holy Cross medical staff, Leo
Goodwin Foundation, JM Family Enterprises Inc., The Wasie Foundation,
United Healthcare, Nova Southeastern
University, Broad and Cassel Attorneys at
Law, South Florida Imaging, BCA Financial, Keiser Career College and Buzz and
Cheryl Lamb.
A member of Catholic Health East,
Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale
is a full-service, non-profit Catholic hospital, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy.
Since opening its doors in 1955, the 571bed hospital has offered progressive services and programs to meet the evolving
healthcare needs of Broward County. Today, Holy Cross has more than 600 physicians on staff representing more than 40
specialties and more than 3,000 employees. The hospital is fully accredited by
the independent Joint Commission, and
its medical team has earned a reputation
for excellence unsurpassed in the community. To learn more about Holy Cross,
visit www.holy-cross.com.
Contents
Person to Person . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Check out what’s going on the lives of several South Floridian movers and shakers.
Rick and Rita Case Automotive Group celebrate 50 years, raising $1 million for 21 charities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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From the arts to a wine bar, there’s plenty going on in Fort Lauderdale.
Gridiron Griller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Former Miami Dolphin John Offerdahl keeps us grillin’ and chillin’ with his
continuing recipes for tailgating during football season; or just on the grill during
the summer months.
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Getting ready for the Holy Cross Auxiliary gala are, from left, Dr. Patrick
Taylor, Doreen Koenig, Maxine Holzworth, Michele Tapia, Dr. Raul
Tapia, Dr. Gabriela Cora-Locatelli and Dr. Eduardo Locatelli.
(See story above. Cover photo by Robert Mayer.)
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Seen above are event chairs Julie Strauch, left; Christy Gumberg; Bonnie Barnett and Sharon Gustafson.
Doggie Ball
Back By ‘POP’ular Demand
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his year’s Doggie Ball, with its creative theme of ‘Back by ‘POP’ ular
Demand,’ has been inspired by the artwork of world-renowned, Miami-based artist
Romero Brito.
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Chaired by PAWS members Bonnie Barnett,
Sharon Gustafson and Julie Strauch, the 2012
Blue Jean and Black Tie Ball,” affectionately
known as the Doggie Ball since it was launched
several years ago, will take place at the Harbor
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Beach Marriott Resort & Spa in Fort Lauderdale on Saturday, April 21.
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Pearls of Promise Lunch to Honor 13 Extraordinary Women;
1000+ Club to Benefit Cancer Celebrates 30th Anniversary
FORT LAUDERDALE -- In 1978, Ellie Gertz founded the
Women of the Year event as a way for the 1000+Club
to Benefit Cancer, Inc. to raise funds. Since then, more
than $3.6 million have been contributed to causes fighting
cancer through research, education and patient services.
This year, nearly 1,000 guests are expected to gather
at the Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa in Fort Lauderdale to celebrate the 1000+ Club to Benefit Cancer’s
30th anniversary Women of the Year “Pearls of Promise”
luncheon on Wednesday, April 4.
Thirteen local nonprofits and their designated honorees
will be recognized at the event for making real and measurable differences in the Broward County community.
A reception begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by a noon
luncheon at the Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa in
Fort Lauderdale. Tickets start at $85 and may be purchased at www.thousandplusclubtobenefitcancer.org; or
call Debbie Dolchin at 954-494-3400.
1000+ Club President Debbie Dolchin predicts that
this will be the best year ever for the luncheon. “The
2012 honorees are beyond impressive in their unselfish
dedication to their respective nonprofit organizations,”
she said. “We are proud to be able to shine a light on
these women and the wonderful charities they represent,
and look forward to raising the most money to date to
fight cancer.”
“This year’s co-chairs for the luncheon, Julie OsinskiBurk, Kathy Eggleston, and Jennifer Tallow, exemplify
community involvement and unyielding dedication to
1000+Club, added Dolchin. “We are so fortunate to enjoy the involvement of such amazing women.”
Sponsors for the event include Broward Health, Lorraine Thomas, Holland America Lines, Southern Wine
and Spirits and THINK Magazine.
Julie Osinki-Burk, left; Kathy Eggleston and Jennifer Tallow are this year’s event co-chairs.
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Children’s Home Society, Intercoastal Division , Sherry
Manley; Cystic Fibrosis, Gold Coast Guild, Merrill Thomas;
Freedoms Foundation of Valley Forge, Broward Chapter,
Gladys Goodmonson; The Girlfriend’s Club, Holy Cross
Hospital Dorothy Mangurian Women’s Center, Doreen
Koenig; Jessica June Children’s Cancer Foundation, Jen
Klaassens; The Opera Society, Betsy Bradford; Pinion Inc.,
Mirtha Toledo-Hackley; Royal Dames of Cancer Research,
Joey Stotsky; Symphony of the Americas Society, Mary
Kazares; Winterfest Inc., Susan Renneisen; Women &
Wishes Inc., Jan Rothenberg; Women in Distress Auxiliary,
Joan Hillegas; Women’s Executive Club Inc., Janet
Bullard-Bledsoe.
Debbie Dolchin, second from right, with models from Neiman Marcus, Fort Lauderdale.
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The Nonprofits and their “Women of the Year”
honorees are:
FORT LAUDERDALE – The 13th annual PAWS on the
Green Ladies’ Golf Tournament, presented by Frederica
Golf Club, was once again a huge success.
The two-day tournament took place at the beautiful
Grande Oaks Golf Club recently with more than 100
women participating.
Chairs Pamela Baynes and Ann Marie Moon, along
with Honorary Chairs Marti Huizenga and Ursula Scott,
were happy to announce that the tournament netted more
than $123,000. Initiated in 1998, the tournament has
raised more than $1.7 million for the Humane Society of
Broward County.
Marti Huizenga hosted a pre-tournament cocktail party at her lovely home that featured spectacular food and
live entertainment by Jimmy Stowe and the Stowaways.
Other entertainment during the two-day tournament included live entertainment by the Thunderhead Band, a silent auction and a fabulous live auction. Players also had
the opportunity on four different hole-in-one holes to win
a two-year lease on a luxury car, provided by Maroone,
an AutoNation Company. A prize drawing for a beautiful
diamond paw pendant, donated by J.R. Dunn Jewelers of
Lighthouse Point, also took place. The lucky winner was
Kathy Korenbaum.
The Humane Society of Broward County is a private,
non-profit organization that is not affiliated with any local
or national organization. The shelter relies on donations
from people and companies who want to make a difference
for the animals, and receives no tax dollars or help from
United Way. For information on events or pet adoptions,
call 954-989-3977; or visit www.humanebroward.com.
1 HSBC Board Chair Steve Hudson, left; PAWS President Christy Gumberg; Paws on the Green Co-Chair Ann Marie Moon; HSBC President/CEO Christopher Agostino and PAWS on the Green Co-Chair Pamela Baynes.
2 Marti Huizenga, left; and Jeanne Pohlman. 3 Overall low gross champions Lynn Lionette, left; Debby Nelson; Linda Lombardi and Darren Lupo. 4 Beverly Hodder, left; Ursula Scott; Caryl Sorensen and Lorraine Thomas.
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Children’s Opportunity Group
to host annual charity luncheon
Susan Fenton, left; COG President Susie Hess and luncheon co-chair Tammi DeFrancisco.
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hildren’s Opportunity Group will
host its annual charity luncheon,
starting at 11 a.m. Thursday,
March 8, in the Panorama Ballroom of the
Hyatt Regency Pier 66.
Tammy DeFrancisco and Susan Fenton, the luncheon’s co-chairs, are excited
about this year’s chosen theme, “Luncheon by the Sea.”
Activities begin with a champagne reception at 11 a.m., followed by the luncheon at noon and a fashion show presented by the Galleria Mall that promises
some fabulous couture.
The women of the Children’s Opportunity Group have been bringing smiles
to the faces of needy children in Broward
County for more than 60 years. COG
President Susie Hess reports the group
fulfills requests each year from local day
care, foster care and homeless assistance
centers. Some of the organizations that
COG supports include Jack & Jill Nurs-
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ery, the Ann Storck Center, 4KIDS of
South Florida foster care, Brookwood of
Florida, Kids in Distress and Children’s
Diagnostic and Treatment Center.
COG also has many other projects that
help needy children, such as with scholarships.
Luncheon proceeds and contributions
go directly to support children’s issues in
the community.
Major underwriters include Northern
Trust as trustee of the Charles F. & Ester
M Frye Foundation; Pettis & Schwamm,
PA.; Halicer, Pettis & Schwamm, P.A.;
Hyatt Regency Pier 66; Galleria Mall;
Robert Allen/Beacon Hill; GK Window
Treatments; Print Dynamics; Café Seville; Greaton Family Foundation Inc.;
AutoNation Inc. and Dr. Harry Moony
Tickets are $75-per-person. Call Susie
Hess at 954-763-3775 or visit www.childrensopportunitygroup.org for information.
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Working behind the scenes for the Doggie Ball are, back row, from left, Jackie Barnett, Shannon Brooks, Shari Hall, Maureen Jacobsen, Sylvia Sperry, Michelle Rosso-Matak, Carmen Hotchkiss and
Stefani Logue. Front row, from left, Julie Strauch, Christy Gumberg, Bonnie Barnett and Sharon Gustafson.
Doggie Ball
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he evening will feature rocking hits and sultry
sounds by “Beth and Command Performance,”
one of South Florida’s hottest bands, underwritten
by AutoNation. A cocktail hour and fabulous silent auction will begin at 7 p.m., followed by dinner and a night
full of dancing at 8 p.m in the Caribbean Ballroom. Proceeds raised at the Doggie Ball will benefit the animals at
the Humane Society of Broward County.
Tickets range from $175 to $250-per-person, and spon-
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“Back By ‘POP’ular Demand”
sorship tables start at $3,000. Individuals and companies
are also welcome to include an ad in the Keepsake Journal. For more information on sponsorship opportunities,
reservations, journal ads or event details, please contact
954-266-6827 or visit www.PAWSBroward.com.
Platinum Table Sponsorships for the Doggie Ball to
date include Christy and Andrew Gumberg and Lorraine
Thomas, along with underwriting by AutoNation and
Premier Beverage Company.
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PAWS is dedicated to providing the volunteer and financial support to assist the Humane Society of Broward
County in its mission to provide shelter, aid and responsible adoptions to animals entrusted to its care, as well
as, to expand community awareness through education
regarding respect and kindness to all animals. It is PAWS’
belief that… Pets Are Worth Saving.
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by Betty W illiams
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o many celebs showing up in South Florida, many of them under the radar such as
a recent visit by actor Sean Connery, perhaps the most famous of all the James
Bond characters.
Connery was here to visit his longtime friend, local cardiologist Dr. Zachariah Zachariah.
When Connery arrived at Dr. Zach’s Holy Cross Hospital office, the buzz traveled quickly
that he was in the office.
A few hours later, a rep from a national gossip show was calling Dr. Zach to inquire
about Connery’s “heart condition.”
The call gave both Zach and Connery a chuckle.
Dr. Patrick Taylor, left, president and CEO of Holy Cross Hospital, left; with actor Sean Connery and
Dr. Zachariah Zachariah, right.
Rising Republican star, U.S. Congressman Marco Rubio, was special guest at a private party in
Boca Raton recently (actually on Ash Wednesday as Congressman Rubio had just left an Ash
Wednesday service, thus the ashes on his forehead). Plenty of Broward folks were among the
group, including Sharon Johnson, left; and Laura Miller.
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r. Eddie and Noonie Stabins celebrated their 63rd
wedding anniversary on Feb. 19 with an intimate
but festive party at Market 17, the new restaurant
on 17th Street Causeway. They were accompanied by their
daughter, Debra Stabins, and several out-of-town friends.
But prior to that celebration, Dr. Eddie, who practiced
pediatrics here for several years before retiring; and his
wife Noonie had a private celebration at their home in
luxurious Classic Residence. Below, they share a toast in
the dining room of Classic Residence.
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V personality Regis Philbin played to a packed house recently at the Seminole Hard
Rock. The Reege was accompanied in song during a portion of the show by his
beautiful and talented wife Joy Philbin.
In addition to his legion of fans, several of his South Florida friends were among the
audience, such as Rhoda and Ron Gelman, parents of Michael Gelman, producer of the
“Live” show; his college roommate Harry Durkin and Harry’s wife, Alice.
Visiting backstage, from left, Don and Rhoda Gelman; Regis Philbin; Dana Gilman, Michael’s sister;
and Marc Andiok.
Regis and Joy Philbin visit with Regis’s Notre Dame roommate Harry Durkin and his wife Alice.
From left, Regis, Alice, Joy and Harry.
Diamonds remain ‘A Girl’s Best Friend’
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uests got their “bling on” when the Fort Lauderdale
Children’s Theatre teamed up with Daoud’s Fine
Jewelry for a pre-benefit to FLCC’s gala.
Aimee Hooper, Kim Sweers and Kelly Toole co-chaired
the event. For information about FLCT, call 954-763-6882;
or email info@flctstar.org.
Patrick Daoud, owner of Daoud’s Fine Jewelry, visits with
Sharon Johnson.
FLCT’s Director of Development Tracy Roloff is flanked by two
students, aka “Diamond Girls:” Andie Garcia, left; and Tracy’s
daughter, Amelia Roloff, right.
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Adriana Castroneves, left, wife or Brazilian racecar driver Helio
Castroneves; with Susan Rindley of Sotheby’s Realty.
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Rick Case
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Automotive
celebrates 50 years;
raises more than
$1 million for 21
S. Florida charities
DAVIE: Twenty-one South Florida charities and more than
1,200 of South Florida’s most influential business, community, and philanthropic leaders joined Rita and Rick
Case to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Rick Case
Automotive Group with a groovy ‘60s style themed benefit recently at the Signature Grand in Davie. Coined “50
Years of Rockin’ & Rollin,” the unique fundraiser raised
more than $1 million for the charities.
Rita and Rick Case, the Rick Case Automotive Group,
and the Signature Grand underwrote the entire cost of the
event, leaving 100 percent of all the proceeds raised, including sponsorships, table sales, silent auction, and live
auction items to the charities.
The evening also was a celebration of the 50th anniversary of The Beatles and The Beach Boys. A cocktail
reception and silent auction, followed by dinner and an
incredible live auction were featured. The Rick Case Automotive Group donated a 2012 Acura TL, 2012 Honda
Accord, 2012 Hyundai Sonata, 2012 Fiat 500, and a Honda VTX 1300 Cruiser Motorcycle to the live auction.
Congressman Allen West presented Rick Case with a
U.S. Congressional Honor for his service to community
and profession. Rick also was presented with a custommade, oversized timepiece, courtesy of Ulysse Nardin
CEO Patrik Hoffmann.
Followed by the dinner program and live auction,
guests enjoyed live entertainment by two of the best
“tribute” bands in the country – a Beatles band from New
York and a Beach Boys band from California – who performed the rock-and-roll legends’ greatest hits of all time.
Guests danced the night away while enjoying some special surprises courtesy of the event’s presenting sponsor,
Signature Grand.
1 Rita and Rick Case sit atop this Honda VTX 1300 Cruiser
Motorcycle, donated by Rick Case Automotive for the auction.
2 Doug and Linda von Allmen. 3 Holly and Broward Sheriff Al
Lamberti in ‘60s attire at the Rick and Rita Case event. 4 Junior
Achievement President Melissa Aiello, left; Lorraine Thomas
and Diana Metcalf, also of Junior Achievement. 5 Luann and
Andrew Luorro, owners of Tease Salon. 6 Doreen Koenig,
left; and Laura Hoehne of the Girlfriends’ Club of Holy Cross
Women’s Center, one of the participating charities. 7 Tom and
Polly Gruber, couple at left; with Jim and Ann Marie Dunn of J.R.
Dunn Jewelers. 8 Curtis Artis, left, director of development of
4KIDS of South Florida; Caryl Sorensen; Lorraine Thomas and
Tom L. Lukasik, executive director of 4KIDS of South Florida.
9 Arlene Pecora, left, owner of Signature Grand; and Broward
County Judge Arlene Backman. (Judge Backman’s husband,
Broward Circuit Judge Paul Backman also was in attendance.)
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Fourth annual ‘Dancing With The Stars’ set for April 14
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xpect glamour, some fancy footwork, and serious competition when five of
Broward’s top community leaders, including Laurina Anderson, “The Energy Shifter”
life coach; Marc Cannon, senior VP of corporate communications, AutoNation Inc.;
Susan Renneisen, director of special events, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino; Johnny
Williams, managing partner, ProMotion Sports & Entertainment and Katrina Wright, VP of
community relations for Bank of America, compete for this year’s “Dancing With the Stars.”
Gale Butler and Ginny Miller are again the event’s co-chairs.
Judges include Twan Russell, John Offerdahl and Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank Ortis.
The event will begin at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 14, at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel &
Casino in Hollywood.
Tickets to the popular event are $200-per-person and expected to sell out fast. Call
Terrence Smalley at The Pantry of Broward, 954-358-1481, ext. 113; or order online at
http://www.thepantryofbroward.org/events/dancing-with-the-stars-of-broward.
Seen at the recent Pairings Party at The Wasie Villa are dancers and their professional partners,
from left: Vance Vlasek, Katrina Wright, Lisa Thomas Anderson, Johnny Williams, Pablo Malco,
Laurina Anderson, Susan Renneisen, Alex Matar. (Not shown: Mark Cannon and Elizabeth Sky.)
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Rick Case
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celebrates 50 years
“To have enjoyed so much success and happiness in
our more than 25 years in South Florida couldn’t have
been possible without our wonderful friends and community partners,” said Rick Case. “So we wanted to show
our sincere appreciation with a celebratory night of great
food, great drinks, and, of course, great ‘60s music. We
are so pleased to have been able to share this special occasion with our longtime friends and supporters, and to have
raised more than $1 million for 21 deserving causes.”
The Rick Case Automotive Group, founded in 1962,
has been located in South Florida since 1986; it is owned
and operated by the wife and husband team of Rita and
Rick Case. With 15 dealerships in Florida, Georgia and
Ohio; The Rick Case Automotive Group offers Acura,
Audi, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Fiat and Honda
Cars & Cycles to customers, including the World’s Largest Honda and Hyundai dealerships in Broward County.
With locations on I-75 at Griffin Road and on 441 at
Sunrise Blvd., Rick Case Automotive Group’s corporate offices are located at 875 North State Road 7 in Fort
Lauderdale. For information, call 954-377-7410 or visit
www.rickcase.com.
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10 Ned Skiff, left; representing Bougainvillea, with his date,
Alice Smith. 11 Susan and Dr. Patrick Taylor, president and CEO
of Holy Cross Hospital. 12 Tommy Galeazzi with Gale Butler.
13 Tom Lukasik, left, executive director of 4KIDS of South
Florida; and Sharon Ellington, also of 4KIDS. 14 Looks like the
perfect family from the ‘60s: Maureen and Bill Rotella and their
daughter, Kelley, as a flight attendant, er, maybe a stewardess
in 1960. 15 Mike Fields, left; Johanne Marcoux, Paul Sallarulo
and Tony Segreto. 16 Lily Pardo, left, of WSVN Channel 7,
brings back the ‘60s pillbox hat look; with Tom and Katia Bates.
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Gold Coast Jazz Society
hosts anniversary gala
T
he Gold Coast Jazz Society
celebrated the days of the
swingin’ sixties at their 20th
Anniversary Gala, “Something Special in the Sky,” at the Pier Top of the
Hyatt Regency Pier 66.
More than 140 guests danced the
night away to the tunes of Sinatra,
provided by Sinatra crooner, Tony
Nicolosi and his band. The event
raised more than $38,000 to benefit
the operations of the Society and its
programs.
For information about the Gold
Coast Jazz Society, call 954-5240805; or visit www.goldcoastjazz.org.
Ginger Martin, president of American National Bank;
and Tim Ingham, president of Gold Coast Jazz Society.
Arnold and Barbara Grevior, couple at left; Linda Bolitho and Peter Palin and Kathy Molinet
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JA World Uncorked II is hit for Junior Achievement
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he JA World Huizenga Center was transformed into a
swanky, speakeasy with food and drink stations throughout the huge, handsome facility.
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1 Caitlin, Kit and Harry Schulman. Kit was chair of the successful event. 2 Steve and Debbie Day, owners of Blue Martini. 3 Jo Lynn Lombardi,
committee member, left; and Diana Metcalf, Major Gifts Officer for JA of South Florida. 4 Patrick Daoud, left, owner of Daoud’s Fine Jewelry; and
Michael Fischler. 5 Paul Sallarulo, left; Lorraine Thomas and one of her five children, daughter, Pam Farber. 6 Stacie Weisman, left, of Southern
Wine & Spirits; and Adriana Chinsky.
Barry Florescue receives Dean’s Medal from University of Rochester
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ore than 125 alumni and local friends gathered to honor
Barry Florescue with the prestigious Dean’s Medal from the University
of Rochester.
The event took place at the Hillsboro
Isle waterfront home of Sharon Gustafson.
Champagne was flowing and delicious
hors d’oeuvres were served.
But it was Barry’s evening, from start
to finish.
Joel Seligman, president of the University of Rochester, presented Barry
with the Dean’s Medal, in recognition
of his incredible contributions to the Simon Graduate School of Business at the
University of Rochester. His most recent
gift of establishing The Barry Florescue
Scholarship award through the Florescue
Family Foundation also was recognized.
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University of Rochester student Melissa Martinez, who was recipient of the
first Barry Florescue Scholarship, was
among the group. She gave an inspiring
speech, thanking him personally for making it possible for her to attend the Simon
School of Business at the university.
Barry, board chairman and president
of BMD Management Inc., a privately
held company that manages more than 30
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properties in Florida, Colorado, New York
and Utah, received his bachelor’s degree
in business from the University in 1966.
He continued his studies at NYU, receiving his master’s degree in accounting.
Barry’s children, Gretchen Florescue
and Bryan Florescue were among the celebrants.
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1 Joel Seligman, left, president of University of Rochester; honoree Barry Florescue; Richard Feldman, dean of the University of Rochester; and Mark Zupan, dean of the Simon School of Business.
2 Barry Florescue with his two children: son Bryan and daughter Gretchen. 3 Sharon Gustafson with her daughters, Susan Rindley, left; and Shannon Brooks. 4 Dr. Bob Kagan and his wife Bonnie
Barnett. 5 Peter and Carmen Hotchkiss, couple at left; with Debbie and Dr. Michael Dolchin. 6 Judy Droder, left; Jon Paul Schroeders of Jon Paul Jewelers; and Joey Stotsky. 7 David and Robin
Hirschman, couple at left; with Wil and Susan Greaton. 8 Susan Rindley visits with Shep Osherow.
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Denis Watson Invitational Golf Tournament
still has spots available
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olfers of all skill levels are invited to attend the March 5 Denis
Watson fifth annual Invitational
Golf Tournament, benefiting HOPE South
Florida, an initiative to provide hands-on
help to Broward County’s homeless population. The tournament will take place at
the Fort Lauderdale Country Club, 415
East Country Club Circle, Plantation.
The tournament, an 18-hole four person
scramble format, will include a 7:30-8:30
a.m. warm-up and breakfast, 8:30 a.m.
clinic with PGA champion Denis Watson,
9 a.m. shotgun start, and men’s and women’s contests with prizes for best gross
handicap 1 & 2, best net 1 & 2, straightest
drive, and closest to pin. Watson will tee
off one hole with each foursome.
HOPE South Florida is a non-profit
organization with the mission to provide
hope for the homeless and hurting through
services and partnerships with the community. Hope South Florida is a holistic,
community-wide response to homelessness that was inspired by the City of Fort
Lauderdale leadership’s efforts to address
the growing numbers of homeless persons frequenting the downtown area. It
is a first-of-its-kind collaboration of large
churches from several denominations in
Broward County.
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Professional golfer Denis Watson.
South Florida resident Denis Watson
became a professional golfer in 1976 and
was the most winning player on the PGA
Tour in 1984. After turning 50, he joined
the Champions Tour and won the 2007
Senior PGA Championship at Kiawah Island by two strokes.
“I am really looking forward to this year’s
tournament to support homeless children an
families through HOPE South Florida” said
Denis Watson, “I invite you to join me in
providing HOPE for our community.”
The individual tournament entry fee is
$300-per-person; foursome tournament
entry fee is $1,200. Sponsorships are available ranging from $500-$10,000. Donations of any amount are welcomed. To register, or for questions, please visit www.
watsoninvitational.org, email info@watsoninvitational.org, or call 954-566-2311.
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This feature was written prior to the recent passing of Mr . Derek Parsons . After
consulting with his associate at Windsor, we decided to go ahead and run the story as
we believe that is what Mr . Parsons would have wanted . Our thoughts and prayers go
out to Mr . Parsons’s family . He has requested that funds be made in his name to the
Jessica June Children’s Fund .
Broward Scene
Two new galleries are receiving
rave reviews from their patrons .
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he Red Trombone Gallery is more
than an art gallery.
Sheila Bechert, the owner of
the newest gallery at 3313 N.E. 33rd
St. (in the North Beach District) offers
much more than art, Sheila combines art
with jazz, thus the name “Red Trombone
Gallery.”
The gallery will unveil its new show,
featuring painter Brenda Heim and Doug
Hays on March 15.
On a recent Sunday, many of Fort
Lauderdale’s movers and shakers
were among the group enjoying a jazz
ensemble that featured Jiggs Whigham
on the red trombone.
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Inside the elegant Windsor Diamonds Jewelry store.
Diamonds are Forever…
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Find the best gems at
Windsor Diamonds
BY ELLIOT GOLDENBERG
1 Sheila Bechert, right, owner of The Red Trombone Gallery; with Kathleen Ryan of PACE Center
for Girls; and Bob Radice, a staunch supporter of PACE Center for Girls. The organization also is
one of Sheila’s beloved causes, along with the Symphony of the Americas. 2 Jiggs Whigham
played with a jazz ensemble at the Red Trombone Gallery opening. 3 Attorney Arielle Molinet,
left; Barbara Grevior and Kathy Molinet at Red Trombone Gallery.
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hirty-one years ago, Britishborn Derek Parsons started a
diamond wholesale business and
aptly named it the British Diamond Import Company. For the next 25 years
the Miami-based Parsons was a diamond wholesaler serving jewelry stores
throughout South Florida.
Then, five years ago, Parsons decided
to no longer operate out of Miami and
instead opted to open his own store in
Broward – Windsor Diamonds – today a
retail shop in the front while serving the
public as a wholesaler in the back.
Located at 1344 SE 17th Street in
Fort Lauderdale, Windsor Diamonds is
run by Parsons and his business partner,
Jackeline Fuentes.
“Between us, we have a vast knowledge of diamonds and the worldwide connections to allow us to get any diamond
we want, as well as the ability to bring diamonds in at a better price,” Parsons said.
“That‘s because Jackeline and I understand diamonds, and we’re therefore very
sensitive to the quality of the diamonds
that we sell.”
Parsons stressed that, in his opinion,
the diamonds sold by some of the chain
stores, on the other hand, can sometimes
be substandard.
“When we came to Fort Lauderdale we
also realized that, besides a need for quality diamonds, there was also a demand
for custom design and jewelry remodeling,” Parsons said. “Since I spent 25 years
making fine jewelry pieces for the stores
we sold to, we had a skill set that was
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till another gallery that features incredible work by local artists is the new
Brush Strokes Gallery in the Galleria Mall that was opened by Trish Rutsis.
You might just be surprised to see who these talented artists are, as they are
familiar faces in the Fort Lauderdale social network. (See photo below.)
For information or to schedule a visit, call Tricia at 965-610-3880.
Derek Parsons.
quite unique, at least for a retail store.”
For the past 20 years, Parsons has also
been politically involved in the diamond
industry. He said there are three diamond
“clubs” – in Los Angeles, New York and
Miami – that control the industry’s ethics, with the DeBeers Company being the
biggest player, worldwide. Parsons, who
chaired the diamond club in Miami for
five years, and served as its president for
nine years, said one of his main goals was
to keep the American public from being
taken advantage of by the industry giants.
Simply put, Parsons believes in being
a watchdog for a multi-billion dollar industry – while, at the same time, continuing to look out for his valued customers.
Windsor Diamonds is open Mondays
through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.,
and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The
store’s phone number is (954) 523-0817.
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Working artists at Brush Strokes are, seated, from left, Barbara Castell, Dan Caldwell, Elaine
Krupnick, Bette LeStrange and Joyce Spencer. Standing from left, Marilyn Williscroft, Ellen
Weiss, Trish Rutsis, Connie Commette and Jacqueline Roch. (Missing artists are Jana Hanbury,
Debbie Gernert and Sandra Moss.)
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nd we can’t forget Candace Proctor and her
intimate 33rd Street Wine Bar. The place is
jumping every weekend, and you never know
who you might see enjoying the always great jazz
music by numerous musicians.
On March 3, an ARTWALK on 33rd Street will feature
Billy Hoblik’s wine label art and novelist Jim Hendee,
Ph.D. in marine biology with NOAA will be signing his
latest book, a thriller novel titled, “CODON ZERO.”
Book signing will be from 7 to 10 p.m. at 33rd
Street Wine Bar.
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Candace Proctor, owner of the
inviting, intimate 33rd Street
Wine Bar.
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The Gridiron Griller
By Johnny Offerdahl
Super Duper Skirt Steak & Chef Oliver Saucy of Cafe MAXX in Pompano Beach
Super Duper Skirt Steak
Mark “Super” Duper proved to the Miami Dolphins he could deliver the big play as
an all-time leader in receiving yardage. In this month’s recipe, Mark and Chef
Oliver Saucy of Café Maxx in Pompano Beach, deliver an award-winning Super
Duper Skirt Steak with hot flavors ignited by plenty of chili peppers.
READY - Line up your ingredients...
Corn & Tomatillo Relish
• 3 ears corn, husk
removed
• 10 tomatillo tomatoes,
husk removed
• 3 Anaheim chili peppers
Dry Spice
• 1 jalapeno chili pepper
• 1 red onion sliced
• 1 clove garlic chopped
• 1tsp chopped cilantro
• 4 sliced scallions
• 4 dried red chili peppers • 2 T cumin seed
• 1 Ancho chili pepper
• 2 T sugar in raw
• 2 T black peppercorns • 1 T granulated garlic
• 2 T coriander
Meat
• 4-6, 10 ounce skirt
steaks, trimmed of
excess fat
• 8 flour tortillas
• 1 lb. pepper jack,
shredded
• 1 lime juiced
• 1/2 c extra virgin olive
oil
• 1 T red wine vinegar
• 1 T agave nectar
• 2 T smoked sea salt
• pinch of cinnamon
• shredded lettuce
• cilantro sprigs
PREP - Prepare your entrée, rubs, dressings & sauces…
Corn & Tomatillo Relish: Brush corn, tomatillos, and Anaheim pepper with olive
oil. Preheat grill to high and grill char ingredients. Cut corn kernels from cob, peel
and dice Anaheim chili peppers. Dice jalapeno and red onion and place in a
medium bowl. Add and toss to the vegetables chopped garlic, cilantro, scallions,
lime juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and agave nectar.
Dry Spice: Toast chili peppers, peppercorns, coriander and cumin in skillet over
high heat for 60 seconds. Grind spices in spice grinder, then mix with sugar, garlic,
salt and cinnamon. Dry spice can be made up to a week in advance.
Meat: 30 minutes before grilling, sprinkle dry spice blend on both sides of skirt
steak and let stand.
LETS GRILL! - Take it to the Grill...
Pre-heat the grill to 400 (Medium High) and grill steak for 3-4 minutes on each side
or until desired doneness. Slice thinly. Serve on flour tortilla with grated pepper
jack cheese, shredded lettuce, fresh cilantro sprigs, and corn and tomatillo relish.
Recommended wine pairing... Freemark Abbey Cabernet Sauvignon
Johnny says…
“Johnny says, "You can always grill a plain old
steak with salt and pepper, but if you want to
really leave your "mark", spice things up with this
Super Duper skirt steak!”
The Gridiron Griller
. . . still undefeated!
www.gridirongriller.com
Café Maxx Restaurant in Pompano Beach
Chef Oliver Saucy teamed with
Miami Dolphin Mark Duper
© Offerdahl’s Café Grill… the home of the Gridiron Griller!
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Susan Rose Boutique
Come in – and leave looking like a star
BY ELLIOT GOLDENBERG
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f Susan Rose – a woman’s high-end,
special occasion boutique in Plantation
– were located instead in Beverly Hills,
it would definitely be outfitting the rich and
famous for the Oscars and the Grammies.
But you don’t have to be rich and famous to shop at Susan Rose, which has
been dressing South Florida women for
more than 25 years, offering a wide range
of sizes (2 to 30) and unique fashions from
the most sought-after designers, while, at
the same time, offering great service and
custom alterations to everyone who walks
through its doors.
“When a customer comes in, our experienced and friendly staff can find the
right dress that makes her look like a star,”
promises store owner Rae Ann Panciera,
who, in 2006, received the prestigious
Americasmart Diva Award, on behalf of
Susan Rose as Special Occasion Retailer
of the Year, at the Atlanta Women’s and
Children’s Mart. “We’re also the only store
that I can think of in South Florida that
specifically caters to special occasions.”
Those special occasions include weddings, proms and bat mitzvahs.
“We start with bat mitzvah girls, and we
have gowns for proms, the moms of bat
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mitzvah girls, and brides, and all the way
up to grandmas,” Panciera said. “Most of
our clientele comes from South Miami all
the way to Jupiter – but people come here
from all over the country, and we even
have customers from all over the world.”
Whether the need is traditional or
contemporary, flashy or sophisticated,
youthful or mature, with more than 3,000
square feet filled with special occasion
suits, dresses, gowns and accessories, Susan Rose literally has something for every
taste. Dresses can also be adapted to a particular culture, while there are two dressmakers on the premises to do alterations.
Panciera – who stressed that they also
will not sell the same prom dress to girls
from the same school twice – bought the
popular store from original owner Susan
Rose in 2004.
The store is still located at 1773 North
University Drive in Plantation, on the
southwest corner of Sunrise Boulevard
and University Drive. The store is open
Mondays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to
8 p.m.; and Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information you’re welcome
to call the store at (954) 472-2120.
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Fellowship of Christian Athletes
honors Coach Howard Schnellenberg; hosts H . Wayne Huizenga Jr . as guest speaker
BY: BETTY WILLIAMS
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1 Deerfield Beach Commissioner Ben Preston, left; John Offerdahl and Mark Dissette, vice president of Holy Cross Hospital. 2 Larry Calufetti, president of South Florida chapter of Fellowship of Christian
Athletes; introduced Coach Howard Schnellenberger, left. 3 Miami Dolphins’ Perfect Season RB Mercury Morris, left; and John Offerdahl. 4 Wayne Huizenga Jr., guest speaker, left; with Dr. Lees
Lambert and her husband and FOCA President Larry Calufetti. 5 Carl Foster of Grace FM radio station was emcee.
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embers and guests of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes
gathered recently at Calvary
Chapel’s banquet room to pay homage
to one of South Florida’s most beloved
coaches: Howard Schnellenberg, who recently stepped down from his recent role
as head coach of Florida Atlantic University’s new Owls football team.
Schnellenberg modestly accepted the
award, saying: “To come down here after
us (FAU) losing the last game of the year
with a record of one win and 11 losses, for
me to be honored so strongly as you, is
one of the hardest things I’ve ever done.”
(Schnellenberger, 77, still has a presence as
ambassador at FAU and proudly speaks of
the “30,000-seat palace” that sits at FAU.)
A few members of the 1972 Perfect
Season with the Miami Dolphins also
were present, including Mercury Morris
and Bob Kuechenberg. Former Miami
Dolphins Jon Bock and John Offerdahl,
who now owns and operates seven Ofer-
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dahl’s Cafes in South Florida and is being
more and more known for his Gridiron
Griller columns, were among the group.
The event also featured H. Wayne Huizenga Jr., an incredible inspirational speaker, who recounted his life and re-birth as
a believer in God to guests at the dinner.
Huizenga, president of Huizenga Holdings and son of South Florida’s most famous entrepreneur H. Wayne Sr; recounted his steps, starting with his early youth
when his father started his first business,
Southern Sanitation, which later grew
into Waste Management Inc.
Who among the long-term residents
can forget those inimitable trucks with
their inscribed signs: “Free Snow Removal” and “We Cater Weddings?”
When Wayne Jr. was five, his father
and mother divorced; and his mother
moved him back to Chicago.
But Wayne Jr. soon returned to South
Florida and graduated from the University of Tampa.
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In those early years, Wayne Jr. recalls
that, despite his mother’s efforts to keep
him focused on Jesus; he began a life of
drinking and partying.
Still, Wayne Jr. and his wife Fonda began attending church.
“I’d always been told that I am a Christian, but I never really knew what that
meant.”
All that changed in 2001 when Wayne Jr.
was invited to accompany Capt. Brad Fleetwood McDonald, captain of a U.S. Navy
nuclear submarine, on a three-day voyage.
Wayne Jr. became instant friends with
the captain, and he immediately wanted
to model his life after the unique, charismatic leader who “had a view of the world
that was unlike anything I’d ever seen,”
recalls Wayne Jr.
When Wayne Jr. would ask him about
these qualities, Capt. McDonald would
always lead him back to the Bible, and
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“You have a hole in your heart and the
only thing that can fill it is a relationship
with God,” Capt. McDonald told him.
When he returned to South Florida, he
was attending church one Sunday when
the pastor asked, “Do you think you become a Christian just because you go to
church? I think God wants a personal relationship with you.”
Despite the little voices in his head that
told him how silly he would look; Wayne
Jr. rose from his seat, walked down, got
on his knees and began crying.
After church, a friend’s wife said, “Junior, you got saved tonight…..You’ve
been taking Jesus drinking.”
Wayne Jr. proudly told the group that
as of Jan. 4, 2012; it’s been 10 years since
he’s had a drink.
Today, Wayne Jr., his wife Fonda and
their four children work tirelessly for
Christian-related causes, including Calvary Church and 4KIDS of South Florida,
to name only a few.
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