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Nancy McDonald
President
Helga Kane
Vice President
Gerrie Oliver
FALL 2011
Volume 24
Issue 3
"…TO FOSTER AND
PROMOTE THE STUDY
OF AND RESEARCH ON
THE…
PARTICULAR
PROBLEMS OF
COLLIES…
Vice President
Hildy Morgan
Secretary
Laura LaBounty
Treasurer
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Officers and
William K. Brokken, MD
Jane Clymer
Peggy Darington
Robette Johns
David Hansen, DVM
Krista Hansen
Gayle Kaye
Nancy Kelso, DVM
Pati Merrill
Lori Montero
Membership Chair:
Nancy Van Note
Newsletter Editor:
Mary Hunter
From the President, Nancy McDonald
2834 Cotton Road, Sanford, NC 27330
Phone: 919-718-9347/Email: [email protected]
As I write this, the grounds and trees of Sunnybank are shedding their summer
dress and appear to have survived a couple of 100-year natural disasters that
plagued the area in the wake of Hurricane Irene and a freak Halloween
snowstorm. It’s a reminder of the power of nature and the obstacles that face us
as Collie breeders. But like a dedicated Collie breeder, Sunnybank dug in her
heels, held fast and is there for us to celebrate and embrace our love for the Collie
all over again next year.
Every year it’s written that we can’t imagine it being better, and every year,
Madame Gerrie and her crew figure out a way to surprise us again with yet another
terrific event. I won’t be asking again how can it get better . . . they will think of
something!
This year we had the benefit of an extra learning opportunity with the educational
Virtues Match being judged by the three national judges, Helga Kane, Dr. William
Brokken, and Larry Willeford. Fresh off their April assignments, articulating their
knowledge and insight was a treat for spectators and exhibitors alike. CCA Best of
Variety breeder/owner Jennifer Laik and professional handler Laurie Jeff Greer
shared duties in the Lad Memorial Match. Results are published on page 8.
Auctions and promos sales were great and hopefully everybody loaded up on
Foundation items for Christmas. Be sure to check the Foundation website www.colliehealth.org for new promotional items.
We are currently preparing election materials, which consist of several rounds of
voting to elect first, Corporators, then a new Board, and finally new Officers that
will take over at the 2012 CCA. Corporators represent the Foundation and are
expected to serve in support of events and projects – it’s a noble calling and we
hope if you have some time to donate, you’ll sign your “agree to run” card
accepting nomination. Board Members and Officers are charged with the day to
day management of the CHF’s affairs. You will have a new President next term – I
have thoroughly enjoyed serving the Foundation as president these last four years
– special thanks to the CHF board and corporators, and committee chairs and
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President’s Message (continued from page 1)
members for their support and wisdom that have made many achievements over the last four years possible. I will
continue to support the Foundation in any capacity my talents can contribute.
The holidays and specialty season are upon us – and we’ll be in Philadelphia before you know it – can’t wait to see the
results of your breeding programs at the shows!
We are also delighted to thank and announce the donation of a large part of John Honig’s Collie collection. These items
will appear in future day and night auctions and on the Foundation’s e-bay account, so keep an eye out!
-- Nancy
Collie Health Foundation
Balance Sheet
As of August 31, 2011
ASSETS
Current Assets
Checking/Savings
Bank Of America Operating
Bank Of America Money Market
Paypal
Wachovia - Hilda Rickenbaugh
Total Checking/Savings
Other Current Assets
UBS assets
UBS Money Market
UBS accts
Total Other Current Assets
Total Current Assets
Other Assets
Promo Items Inventory
Prepaid Expenses
Total Other Assets
TOTAL ASSETS
LIABILITIES & EQUITY
Equity
Opening Balance Equity
Unrestricted Net Assets
Net Income
Total Equity
TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY
$76,636.46
$85,240.87
$23,119.56
$12,863.65
$197,860.54
$149,377.21
$344,874.32
$494,251.53
$692,112.07
$3,767.60
$1,195.60
$4,963.20
$697,075.27
$600,783.81
$33,228.16
$63,063.30
$697,075.27
$697,075.27
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COLLIES: CITIZENS OF THE WORLD
FROM LAD TO LASSIE
The 15th Annual Gathering at Sunnybank – August 20-21, 2011
When Stars Collide!
Collies are known all around the world through books, movies, and television. Their sweet,
protective, gentle and courageous nature is easily recognized by millions across the globe. “Lassie”
is universal in every language.
While the Gathering at Sunnybank will always honor Lad and all the Terhune collies, this year two
amazing stars came together – Lad & Lassie!
The world’s most famous dog, Lassie has been a symbol of loyalty, friendship and courage for more than 70 years. The Emmy Award-winning
television series, which first aired in 1954, has transcended geographical and generational barriers, bringing Lassie into millions of homes—and
hearts—around the world.
Today, this four-legged leading lady has to her credit 11 feature films, a radio show, a top-selling all-natural line of dog food and treats, and was even
awarded her own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
© 2011 Classic Media, LLC. LASSIE, associated images and other indicia are trademarks of and copyrighted by Classic Media, LLC. All rights
reserved.
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For all our devoted Terhune fans, the Van Riper-Hopper Museum debuted a showing of the most
famous Albert Payson Terhune dog story on the big screen, Lad, A Dog.
For all the Lassie fans, this amazing star of stage and screen actually came to Sunnybank! Trainers
Carol and Chelsea Riggins highlighted Lassie’s acting abilities and, to marry the two generations of
famous dogs, Lassie re-enacted a scene from Lad, A Dog to the delight of the entire audience.
As always there were the traditional Gathering
events with record crowds appearing to take
advantage of the very popular Sunnybank
Walking Tours. Terhune experts
Judy Leathers/Donna McCoy and Marilyn
Horowitz/Kathy George teamed up to lead
visitors around The Place while J’Aime
Crowley treated us to the sounds of some
favorite songs accompanied by Susan Chandler
on keyboard.
The Saturday morning program began with
what has become my newest favorite tradition-a special appearance and blessing from Rev.
Howard Ball.
Judy Leathers, Terhune Sunnybank Memorial
head, delivered greetings from Claire Leishman
who couldn’t be with us. With deepest thanks to
all contributors, Judy announced the dedication
of the latest TSM project - the magnificent
granite monument at the Lily Pool. If you
weren’t at this year’s Gathering, it is a work of art
worthy of a special visit to Sunnybank.
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Kathy George, Terhune Archivist, provided an overview of foreign film editions of the dog stories.
She brought with her a number of wonderful film posters for display.
Marilyn Horowitz, Terhune champion, Collie Expressions contributor, and best known for the
wonderful Sunnybank calendars, provided the history of the “Garden from Everywhere”.
Kristina Marshall, Terhune Historian and author of the 2011 Collie Compendium spoke of the
influence of dogs from Scotland on the Sunnybank Kennels.
The afternoon offered opportunities to obtain CGC and/or Bright & Beautiful Therapy Dog
Certifications, a microchip clinic, and the ever-popular Puppy Program with beautiful litters of
puppies from the Marnus and Jil Kris/Enchanter lines, hosted by CHF President, Nancy
McDonald.
Karyn Hahn, of Collie Rescue of New Jersey and member of CCNNJ, organized a touching and
tearful but very happy Rescue Parade which gave twenty-two lucky dogs and their wonderful
owners a chance to tell their stories and strut their success, proudly wearing their champion
ribbons.
During the afternoon and throughout the rest of the weekend, famed DJ and Photographer, Ron
Sherr, of South Jersey Collie Club, took photos of everyone with Hollywood Star Lassie© at
Sunnybank’s beautiful lakeside. What a great keepsake! And, what patience Lassie and everyone
had on those long lines.
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Ron also took some great candid shots during the evening banquet while entertaining us with some
great tunes, too. Sunnybank’s dinner at Portobello’s was spectacular.
The famous Virtues Match was held on Sunday morning, hosted by collie expert and herself a
renowned judge, Royal Rock’s Les Canavan. Profile, Skull, Muzzle, Expression, Outline, Front,
Rear, Side Gait were explained and judged by the prestigious 2011 CCA National Judges: Helga
Kane of Kanebriar, Larry Willeford of Windcrest, and Dr. William K. Brokken of Foremost, ably
assisted by Ring Steward John Buddie of Tartanside.
Following the lunch break at Boles’ Bistro, Judge
Laurie Jeff Greer judged the Gathering Junior’s
Match, declaring Ryan Yaeger 2011’s Best Junior.
The traditional Lad of Sunnybank Memorial Match was judged by Jennifer Laik, Colebrae
Collies, and Laurie Jeff Greer. Despite a slight rain delay, with John Buddie’s much needed ring
adjustment to get underneath the tent, and the guidance of our capable stewards, Maret Halinen
and Jean deGruchy, Judges Jenny and Jeffy made their great selections.
The lucky winner gets their name engraved on the Sandy Draper Memorial Trophy and gets to
take home the miniature version keepsake and the brand-new, color print “Lad A Dog” trophy
donated by Kristina Marshall in honor of the movie debut.
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See the list of all the winners on page 8 and official results and photos of all the winners in Collie
Expressions.
As you can imagine a great Gathering weekend doesn’t happen by accident. Sincere thanks to the
“Madam’s Minions” - those hardworking members of CCNNJ:
Ann & Jim Boles, Leigh Cohen, Karen Cassel, Jean deGruchy, Susan, Roy &
Cassie DeLorenzo, Michelle Haldy, Karyn Hahn, Tom Hoadley, Norman
Markese, Linda Raven, Shannon Schrier, Elizabeth Smith, Candy & Tony
Wisnieski, as well as adopted “members” Kim Luikert, Courtney Luikert, Laura
& Ron Sherr, Nancy Van Note, Nancy McDonald, Robin Sturgis,
Brenda Walker, Katie Skilton and Annie Provenzano!
Special thanks to Pati Merrill for designing this year’s logo. Sir Thomas Merrill, aka “Tommy”,
delighted everyone and adorned this year’s souvenir t-Shirts and all signage. The original drawing
was donated by Pati for the CHF live auction. Dr. Brokken pointed to the lucky winner, Noriko
Kato, who took it home with her to Japan. He is surely a “CITIZEN OF THE WORLD”!!!
I hope all who came to Sunnybank this year “took home” some special memories.
After fifteen years of Sunnybank weekends it is time to take a look back. Join us next year for a
retrospective on August 16 & 17, 2012. For those of you who are keeping track, this will be a
Memorial Event year at Champion Rock.
Gerrie Oliver
(aka The Madam)
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Sunday’s Winners
Virtues Moderator: Les Canavan
Best in Lad Match/Best Puppy Bitch
Sophie
Virtues Judges: Larry Willeford, Helga Kane and Dr. Bill Brokken
(Fantasy’s Private Fortune x Fantasy’s A Fortune of Dreams)
bred/owned by Debbie Holland
Juniors Judge: Laurie Jeff Greer
Lad Match Judges: Jennifer Laik (Bitches) and Laurie Jeff Greer (Dogs)
Best Puppy Dog
Garth
Best in Lad Match
Best Junior
(Ch. Sollis Insignia x Ch. Fantasy’s Midnight Confessions)
bred/owned by Sandy Schwedler and Debbie Holland
Best Veteran
Limerick
(Ch. Tartanside Dauntless x Tartanside Radiant)
bred by John Buddie and Caroline Flanagan Jones/
owned by Michael and Beverly Free
Best Adult Dog
Robbie
(GCh. Marnus Lucky Strike x Ch. Marnus Million Dollar Baby)
bred by Marcia & Ron Keller/owned by Elaine Keller
Best Junior Handler
Ryan Yaeger
Best Overall in Virtues/Best General Appearance
Anya
(Ch. Galatean A Good River Runs Through x Can Ch. Riverrun Sparks Will Fly)
bred/owned by Mary Jackson and Rose and Mary Robischon
Best Profile/Best Skull
Best Puppy Dog
Best Veteran
Ch. Lisara’s Blues Buster
(Ch. Lisara’s Proof Of Life x Ch. Lisara’s Fan Dancer)
bred by Larry and Carmen Leonard/owned by Beth Nemoff
Best Expression
Glory
(Ch. Clarion Excalibur x not given)
bred/owned by Judie Evans
Best Muzzle/Front/Rear
Heatherfield Diamond In The Rough
(Ch. Milas Call Me First x Luster’s Trinmar Debutante)
bred/owned by Heather Luster
Best Side Gait
Best Overall/General Appearance
Best Profile/Skull
Priority’s Midnight Sun
(Ch. Taliesin Alfenloch Antarctic x Ch. West Point Priority Package)
bred/owned by Cindi Turner
Best Expression
Best Muzzle/Front/Rear
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Best Side Gait
Collie Health Foundation Dinner and Auction
Thursday Night, March 29, 2012
Dinner Buffet
$30 per person
Send reservations and
payment to:
Krista Hansen
1525 Minkel Road
North Java, NY 14113
[email protected]
Caesar Salad
Roast Beef
Chicken Marsala
Mashed Potatoes
Vegetable Medley
Assorted Cookies
Brownies
Coffee, Iced Tea & Lemonade
Cash Bar
Deadline for reservations – March 19th
Make checks payable to CHF
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Donations in Honor/Celebration/Memory
August 1, 2011 – October 31, 2011
Donor
In honor/celebration/memory of…..
Marjorie S. Norstrom
Chris, Sheila & Marilyn Kolb
Harriette S. Hickle
Richard Norstrom
Canton Kolb
In loving memory of CH Tawniwood Falling Thru Time
"Gabriel" loved by the McAndrews
Kathy Parker. Hope you are running with Cassie, Gus
and Rascal. "You will be missed."
A tribute for "Mitzvah"...in memory of a beloved dog...
Ina Cowan
Rick & Hilda Rickenbaugh
Bernard Howard
Marlena's Diamonds R Forever, RN, CGC, TDI
(Marquez;) 6/24/98 - 9/19/11; owned by Evelyn Bain
In memory of Molly
In memory of Maggie
Helene Forthal
Helene Forthal
Dana Rodman
Midwest Collie Club
Judith D. Kirkeby
Kathryn & John Ednie
Ruth Anderson
Terhune Sunnybank Memorial
Donald G. & Suzanne E. Hardy
The following donation was improperly acknowledged in a prior newsletter. Our apologies to the donor.
The Capital Group Companies Charitable Foundation
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Donna Walle Employee Match
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January 1st
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