I would like to take the time to thank everyone that helped and assisted with the Kosair Christmas Program this year. It was another great success thanks to the police officers and volunteers that took the time to visit the children. I consider it a privilege and honor to chair this extremely important event. It puts all of my problems and worries in absolute perspective.
I understand that it isn't easy to enter that hospital or enter one of those rooms and deliver Christmas gifts and good cheer. But our officers did it that day with grace, kindness and generosity. I would like to thank you guys for doing that on behalf of the children and their families.
I have always understood just how special that Kosair Children's Hospital was, but I understood it even more when one of my children became ill this summer. They are kind, loving and generous people that take of our communities angels every day. If you have been lucky enough to never have your child walk through their halls for care, then you must realize that they are there if or when you ever do need them. I will never forget the sweet faces and how they looked at the police officers. Some of these children were there for simple illnesses and others will remain on our thoughts and prayers. We wish all of those families love, good health and happiness for the New Year ahead.
I would like to thank Danny Beard, Coca-Cola, Chief Robert White, Shield of Faith, River City FOP Lodge No. 614 Board of Directors, Brenda O'Brien, the hospital staff and all volunteers listed below. If I have left your name off, I certainly apologize. Everyone's help and assistance is extremely important to keep this wonderful program alive.
Bill Keeling
John McGuire
Paul Schweizer
Samantha Schweizer
Mike Schweizer
Yolanda Baker
Mark Bramer
Larry Priddy
Nancy Rice
Gary Conner
Robin Edrington
Brent Routzahn
Ryan Quirin
Stuart Owen
Dale Carman
Leslie Watson
Mark Maroni
Beverly Rogers
John Rogers
Jeff Schneider
Matthew Glass
Brad Woolridge
Jessica Cushman
Donnie Chambers
Dave Ryan
Harold Miller
Anita Simkins
Laura Bowling
Taylor Bowling
Pete Pastin
Amy & Steve
Olivia Pastin
Emily Priddy
Glenda Lehmann
Holly Zamora
I am proud to say that this was our 8th year. Thank you guys and I hope you have a wonderful New Year! Stay safe!
Sincerely,
Tessa A. Priddy, Secretary
River City FOP Lodge No. 614