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A 70th Birthday Celebration
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It isn’t very often that Holy Angels has the opportunity to
celebrate a resident’s 70th birthday. Butch, who has been a
resident at Holy Angels since 1998, currently lives in our Oakcrest
ICF (Intermediate Care Facility) group home. Regina Moody,
Holy Angels President/CEO noted, “Butch has brought such
joy to our staff and residents through his music and peaceful
countenance. Today we celebrate his loving and joyful life.”
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Known for his musical abilities
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residents at Holy Angels with
his piano playing – and he has a
concert for every season (Christmas,
summer, Easter, etc.). Blind since
birth – Butch has had minimal
formal music training – once he
hears a piece of music – he can play
it – from classical to modern day
tunes. However, his favorites are the
gospel songs and Christian hymns.
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received a new piano for his birthday
and was quick to try it out for all to enjoy.
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Throughout the celebration many of his
guests commented on his gentle spirit and
fun loving personality. According to Dottie
Ziegler Scher, Butch’s sister, “Butch has
taught every child in our family tolerance
and understanding. All his nieces and
nephews have an understanding of children
with disabilities at a level I don’t think
would have been possible without Butch.”
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Butch shares his musical gift with all of us.
Butch has the winning numbers for BINGO at
a Great Adventures meeting.
It was the sheer determination of his
parents that kept him alive when he was
born. They both took turns rocking and
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displayed his wonderful gift by playing
“Jesus Loves Me” on a child’s piano. His
life’s journey took him to Kentucky to live
for nearly 30 years, returning to Gastonia
in 1997. His family noted that Butch is the
happiest and the best cared for now than at
any other time in his life.
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20th Anniversary Angel Bowl – Shamrock Bowl
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thrown down the center lane and Holy Angels launched Angel Bowl. 20 years ago, it
was a St. Patrick’s Day celebration at George Pappas’ Liberty Lanes. There were only
two sessions and less than 100 teams – but it would prove to be the beginning of the
largest fundraising event in Holy Angels history.
Angel Bowl emcee, Larry Sprinkle
(WCNC News 36, Charlotte) gets a
hug from Holy Angels resident, Katie.
Bowler, Michele Carli from Boston,
MA, celebrates a strike at Angel Bowl.
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to participate. Needless to say it was another striking success! 192 teams, staff and
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of bowling.
We would be remiss to not
give special thanks to several
companies from the Gaston
County and Charlotte community who have participated in
nearly all 20 years: McKenney
Family Dealerships, BB&T,
Caromont Health, Caroplast,
PSNC Energy and, of course,
Holy Angels staff and our Great
Adventures club members.
Christina leads the bowlers in the Pledge Of Allegience with a
This year, sponsors and
little help from Life Skills Program Director, Shameka Gordon.
participants raised over $123,000
for Angel Bowl. Many individuals, churches, companies and participants rolled in with
record breaking fundraising totals to support our programs and services. Holy Angels
employees, volunteers and families led the companies with 33 teams, followed closely
by CaroMont Health, Gaston School Nutrition Association, and PSNC Energy.
Holy Angels is grateful for all of its sponsors, participants, donors and volunteers
who helped to make our 20th Anniversary a success, including:
Gold Sponsor
Duke Energy
Silver Sponsors
CaroMont Health
WIX Filters
Bronze Sponsors
BB&T/BB&T Insurance
George Pappas’ Liberty Lanes
The Howe Foundation
Media Sponsor
The Gaston Gazette
Print Sponsor
ImageMark
Session Sponsors
Arrowpoint Capital
Friends of Holy Angels
Friends Sports Bar & Grill
McKenney Family Dealerships
Neil Medical Group
PSNC Energy
Quality Custom Distribution
Special Kare for Special Kids
Lane Sponsors
Alarm South (2)
Belmont Federal Savings & Loan
Assoc.
The Blumenthal Foundation
Carolinas Net Care, LLC
CaroMont Health
Cherubs Café & Candy Bouquet by
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Custom Building Systems
Dixie Lawn Service, Inc.
Enterprise Rent A Car
Holy Angels Board of Directors—
In Memory of Kevin Loftin
Holy Angels Corporate Leadership
Team—In Memory of Maria Morrow
Holy Angels Staff
In Memory of Todd Lankford
In Memory of Wendy Barker
The John Nelis Family
Kelsan, Inc.
The Leonard Family
McLean Funeral Directors
Push America
S & L Creations, Inc.
Stanton Chase International
Stanton McDonald’s
Stefano Foods, Inc.
The Tiearney Family
Tindol Ford Subaru
Wells Fargo Insurance Services:
Employer Solutions Group
Prize Sponsors
Charlotte Motor Speedway/Speedway
Children’s Charities
Truliant Federal Credit Union
Table Sponsors
Dreamweaver’s Unlimited, Inc.
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Thank You for Your Support
Holy Angels is blessed by many individuals, businesses, organizations, schools, churches and foundations that make
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aren’t the only way to support our mission of unconditional love and unlimited possibilities for children and adults with
intellectual developmental disabilities. We would like to thank and recognize those groups and individuals who have
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Thanks to those who hosted fundraisers for us:
The Power of the Past Tractor Club
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The St. Anthony Foundation of
Charlotte Festa Italiana
The Gastonia Grizzlies Holy Angels
Night
St. Matthew’s Catholic Elementary
School Hands Around Our School
Program
Charlotte Catholic High School Athletic
Association Wrestling and Basketball
Tournament
Chick-Fil-A of Belmont Spirit Night
Chick-Fil-A Carwash
Holy Trinity Catholic Middle School
Shamrock Basketball Tournament
First United Methodist Church
of Belmont Children’s Council
Consignment Sale
George Pappas Liberty Lanes Bowling
Tournament
Notre Dame Alumni Club of Charlotte
Golf Tournament
St. Gabriel Catholic School No Uniform
Day
Kangaroo Hunters Annual Golf Outing
in Memory of Bobby Abrams
Tony’s Bar
Thanks to those groups and individuals who made Christmas so special at Holy Angels with donation of presents and time:
St. Gabriel Catholic Church
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church
Carolina Golf Cars
Belmont Abbey
Belmont Central Elementary School
Catawba Heights Baptist Church
Nationwide- William K. Gary and
Associates
Girl Scout Troop #2300
Highland School of Technology
Mr. and Mrs. Ron Deshaies
His Little Ones Pregnancy Support
Services
Mercy School of Nursing
Carolinas Medical Center Neonatology
Unit
New Hope Elementary School
Mrs. Jennifer Philbeck
Linda and Ed Piltch
Quail Hollow Homeowners Association
Mr. Daryn Rice
Mr. and Mrs. Monte Runfola
Ms. Rosanne Seufert
Berryhill Baptist Church
St. Mary’s Catholic Church
St. Matthew’s Catholic Church
The Arc of Gaston County
The White House Salon & Spa
Thanks to the Knights of Columbus Local Councils and State Council/LAMB Foundation
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Council 770 Christmas Party
Council 10505 Easter Party
Council 770 and 11076 Family Association Cookout
Council 770 and 11076 Boat Rides and Cookout at Camp Hope
Thanks to the following groups who have completed service projects or donated items throughout the year:
The Catholic Heart Work Camp
Sue Myrick Youth Council
Push America
Bank of America
Gaston Christian Varsity and JV
Volleyball Teams
Charlotte Area Order of Malta
Assurance United Methodist Church
Youth Group
Belmont Moose Lodge
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Project
Forest Pointe Church
Carolinas NetCare
Discovery Place
BB&T Training Group
Gaston Christian School
Duke Energy
Girl Scout Troop #1916
Belmont Abbey Criminal Justice Ethics
Class
Girl Scout Troop #3236 (Hornets Nest
Council)
Belmont Abbey Sports Marketing Class
Highland School of Technology
Good Shepherd United Methodist
Church Youth Group
Gaston Christian School Soccer Team
Brownie Troop #20002
St. Mark’s Episcopal Youth Group
St. Vincent de Paul Youth Group
First United Methodist Church-Johnson
City, Tenn.
Commissioners School of Gaston
County
Lucille Tatum Extension Club
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Bank of America- Merrill Lynch The
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Ms. Jennifer Lane
Pathways
Professional Fire Fighters & Paramedics
of NC
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Six Holy Angels Staff Members Retire
Holy Angels honored and thanked six employees for
their dedication and commitment to the residents served
at Holy Angels, during a recent reception with staff and
many of the retirees’ family members on hand to join in the
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members, all who have years of service in the double digits
with 121 years of total service.
direct support professional– employed for 16 years;
Angela Lastre-Lopez, 1st shift direct support professional–
employed 17 years; Linda Brown, Executive Secretary–
with Holy Angels 19 years; Patsy Kell, Community
Group Home Manager- 24 years; and Beverly Bowens,
Community Group Home Manager (primary caregiver for
Maria for all but two years of employment) - 31 years.
Regina Moody, Holy Angels President/CEO stated,
“It has been a privilege for me to work alongside of these
dedicated staff members. All will be missed – especially by
the residents who they worked with for so many years – but
they will always be a member of the Holy Angels family.”
Plans to visit with grandchildren, travel and spend
time with family are in the works for these newly retired
citizens. Jan Bilas, member of the support services team,
Belmont – employed for 14 years; Lil Sherrill, 3rd shift
Death of Board Member, Kevin Loftin
Great Loss to Holy Angels.
It is with deep sadness that we share with you the tragic death of a devoted friend of
Holy Angels. Kevin Loftin, chairman of our Finance Committee, a former Board chair
and active Board member for many years, was killed in an auto accident on Wednesday,
February 22nd, in Belmont.
Kevin is known in the community of Gaston County as a former mayor of Belmont, as a
man of faith always ready to pray before meetings and as a person who shared his wisdom
in business matters to guide the careful stewardship of our resources. He was admired and
respected by many at Holy Angels and throughout Gaston County.
But above all Kevin loved the mission and ministry of Holy Angels and made it his own mission, always ready
to share the story of Holy Angels in words of great eloquence with passion. We can be assured that he has taken his
love for us to the throne of God’s glory in heaven.
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Lord at Easter. We trust that Kevin is now sharing in the graces of Easter and celebrating life eternal with his God.
This was the spiritual goal of his life.
Kevin will be deeply missed and held in the hearts of many while always remembered as a devoted friend of
Holy Angels.
Kevin, may your rest be this day in peace and your dwelling place in the paradise of God.
Leave A Gift - Share The Legacy
Every person has the opportunity to make a difference…
whether as a volunteer or a donor. Either way you make
a positive impact in the lives you touch. At Holy Angels
we are dependent on our donors to help us not only meet
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in the years to come.
It is easy to leave a gift to Holy Angels in your will.
We can provide your attorney with the proper language to
include Holy Angels in your estate plans. Feel free to call
us at 704-825-4161.
Perhaps someday in the future there will be no need for
a facility and program like Holy Angels. There may come a
time when children will be born with no disabilities and our
very specialized care will no longer be needed. This does
not seem to be a possibility, right now. Parents and families
still call us and ask if we can care for their son or daughter.
We plan to be here for many more years to come, taking
care of God’s most fragile children. You can help to ensure
our future with a thoughtful planned gift. Thank you, in
advance, for helping to make a difference.
It’s not hard to do – and will be remembered with love
and gratitude long after we have received your heartfelt
gift – a gift that, over time, can grow and help secure the
future of Holy Angels. A simple gift left to Holy Angels, in
your will, can help ensure we will be here for families and
children in need. Your will is an expression of your wishes,
of how you desire your affairs to be handled at death.
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Volunteers – Extraordinary People with Extraordinary Hearts
Holy Angels presented the 2012
Volunteer Awards, during the 22nd Annual
Volunteer Appreciation Reception on
Tuesday, April 17th, at Holy Angels in
Belmont, NC. The reception was part of the
Volunteer Appreciation Week celebration.
Regina Moody, Holy Angels President/
CEO, opened the evening by introducing
the theme for our volunteer appreciation,
“extraordinary people with extraordinary
hearts”. She remarked, “our volunteers can
make a day brighter through just a simple
act of kindness for one of our residents.”
The following awards were presented to
several Holy Angels Volunteers:
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since 2008, however, she has been
coming with her mother (who is Holy Angels Director of Social Work) since she was old enough to read. She is a
sophomore at South Point High School.
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Holy Angels in meeting the technological needs of the organization. After Holy Angels received the substantial gift of
the latest software from Microsoft, it presented some unique challenges, primarily upgrading all of the computers with
the newest software. On several Saturdays, the CNC staff along with some of their family members donated over 80
hours of time to get the job done. A very generous donation.
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students from 30 different schools who have shown an interest in the functions of the legislative branch of government.
They meet with Rep. Myrick on a regular basis to share their opinions about current events, politics and government.
They also learn about giving back to the community and have volunteered once a year at Holy Angels’ Camp Hope
since 2005 – helping get the camp ready for the residents to use for the summer.
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beyond in their service on behalf of the residents we serve at Holy Angels and named for longtime volunteer, Lynn
Leonard, Gastonia, NC. This year it was awarded to two volunteers – who come as a pair – the dance instructors for the
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the direction of Joanna Nichols) since 2000. The 2nd dance volunteer, &KULVW\&RUGHU&KDUORWWH1&, has been a
volunteer since 2009. Both give their time through weekly dance practices, special performances, going as far away as
Raleigh, sometimes taking time off from work.
Volunteers and Volunteens play a vital role at Holy Angels. For more information on volunteer opportunities, call Holy
Angels, 704-825-4161. It’s a great place to share some time.
Heartline is published quarterly by Holy Angels, Inc. 6600 Wilkinson Boulevard, PO Box 710, Belmont, NC 28012-0710.
Regina P. Moody is President/CEO and Sr. Nancy Nance, Vice President of Community Relations is the Editor. Holy Angels was founded in
1956 by the Sisters of Mercy. Visit our website at www.holyangelsnc.org. Holy Angels Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) number is 68668
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Life Choices Pioneers with Award Winner Programming
During the recent “Shamrock the House” event sponsored by the Arc of Gaston County, Holy Angels newest program,
Life Choices, received the Pioneer Award. The award, initiated to honor an individual or business that has pioneered new
opportunities for people with intellectual developmental disabilities, was presented to Holy Angels President/CEO, Regina
Moody, by The Arc Executive Director, Sarah Goodman.
Holy Angels was asked to assist in meeting a great need in our area for adults with intellectual disabilities, who have
graduated from school but don’t have an appropriate day services program to attend. The doors opened to Life Choices
June 13, 2011 for 9 participants. All the participants were so excited – they made new friends and found great adventures
had been planned for them each and every day.
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(such as safety in the home and community, simple money management, using the computer, and even a few culinary
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to support and guide the participants in order to help them be as independent as possible.
Receiving two nominations, one parent, Barbara McQuarrie, wrote, “Holy Angels has met a huge need in our
community by starting Life Choices, an adult day program last summer. Prior to Life Choices many of the participants
had no or little day options. The best part of the program for Shana is the variety of activities. She seems to enjoy
everything that Life Choices offers! I have been so pleased to have a fun and safe environment for her to go to everyday.
Everyone at Holy Angels loves Shana!!”
Holy Angels Receives Grant from York Children’s Foundation
Holy Angels is excited to announce it
has received a grant of $1200 from the
York Children’s Foundation to purchase
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children of Holy Angels. The lifts and the
accompanying slings are vitally important
pieces of equipment that safely move the
residents from their various positions.
Repositioning helps prevent skin and muscle
breakdown, improving their overall health
and wellbeing and quality of life. Regina
Moody, Holy Angels President/CEO
commented, “The lifts provide the safest
way to reposition for both the staff and
residents of Holy Angels.”
The grant from the York Children’s
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Foundation came at the recommendation of
receiving check from Clay McLean and Bill McLean.
longtime Holy Angels supporter, McLean
Funeral Directors. McLean Funeral Directors, located in Belmont and Gastonia, has provided high quality funeral
services for 120 years in the Gaston County community.
Bill, Rhonda and Clay McLean of McLean Funeral Directors and Tyler Gibson of Matthews Casket Division presented
Regina Moody, Holy Angels President/CEO with the grant recently. Clay McLean currently serves as a member of the
Holy Angels, Inc. Board of Directors.
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Staff member, Ashley Melton, works with Josh on an art project. Josh is
participating in the recently opened Graduate Program in Life Skills.
Thomas was thrilled to throw out
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Gastonia Grizzlies opening game - and
Holy Angels Night.
It’s opening night at the Gastonia Grizzlies baseball game and Holy
Angels Night - Bert and his family are thoroughly enjoying the game.
Campbell doesn’t seem to mind as
Dr. Ellis Fisher, Holy Angels medical director,
gives a quick listen.
Shana and Life Choices staff member, Tia Hardin are busy
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Festa - a fundraiser for Holy Angels - sponsored by the St. Anthony
Foundation of Charlotte.
Emily’s dad helps her keep her cap on
during her graduation from the Holy Angels
school program. Emily will join our other
graduates in the newly established Life
Skills Graduate Program.
Kim is certainly enjoying her visit with the Easter Bunny - who
came to visit during the St. Thomas Aquinas Knights of Columbus
Annual Easter Egg Hunt.
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From My Perspective...Regina P. Moody, President/CEO
Dear Friends,
With summer just around the corner, all are excited about the upcoming summer
celebrations and activities that come with this more relaxed season. Our summer Volunteen
program is up and running with 25 teenagers on site to help out with boat rides, reading with
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Fun Fridays. The residents are thrilled to have so many new friends to hang out with for lots
of summertime fun.
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will now attend the Graduate Program as part of our newly established Life Skills program.
She, along with our other young adults, is enjoying many experiences through creative arts
and horticulture activities.
As we move into the coming months, we continue to face funding challenges – I am pleased to report that I have been
elected as President of the NC Providers Council Board of Directors. This is a statewide organization with a diverse
membership of providers of MH/DD/SA services and supports. The council serves as an advocate for and represents the
provider’s perspective at the North Carolina General Assembly and the Divisions of the NC DHHS – which is primarily
the funding needs for the providers.
Our spring appeal is well underway and many of you have responded to our request for your support. Your donation
helps provide for the many needs of Bruce, who is featured this year, and all the residents at Holy Angels. I thank you
for your donations and your prayers, both greatly needed, as we continue to provide unconditional love and unlimited
possibilities for the people we serve.
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