March 19, 2024

Thank you to all who took part in benefit

To the editor:

We would like to thank our family and friends for the many acts of kindness we have received.

We are overwhelmed by all the love and support that has been show us.

The night of the benefit was uplifting as we gathered with so many friends and family. The sharing of memories will always be in our hearts.

Special thanks to Suzy Cobbs and her crew at the Elks’ Lodge and to Pendroy Auctions.

We would like to thank the following for their contributions to the auction:

• PJ’s Deli

• Dairy Queen

• Subway

• The Scoreboard

• Integrity Cleaning and Restoration

• Hy-Vee

• Trenz

• Rick’s BP

• Mode Huis

• Walmart Hair Salon

• Iowa Speedway — Stan and Brenda Clement

• Beckman Gallery

• Cappy’s

• Theisen’s

• La Cabana

• Julie Brown — Longaberger Items

• All About Pies — Amy Barton and Elaine Keuning

• Benny and Annette Spears — Fareway Gift Card

• Phyllis Trotter, Joyce Conley and Quilters — Quilt

• Jana Smith — Iowa Tickets

• Ruth Mouchka — Iowa State Tickets

• Sue Flake — Flyers and Maytag Gift Basket

• Main Event — Hair Products

• Dynasty Cab — Gift Basket

• Renee Richards — Bath and Body Works Basket

• Okoboji Grill

Our sincere thank-you and appreciation to all who contributed.

John and Pam Sockriter

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