CHAPLAIN
Robin Allred, Rho Chi
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Sherry Cavaretta of Alpha Gamma has been diagnosed with Breast Cancer. They believe it has been caught early. After an MRI they will determine to procedure to use.
Prayers and cards would be appreciated. Her address is: 2885 W Antioch Lane. Lecanto, FL 34461.
Ruthann Richwine of Sigma Tau, Clearwater has been admitted to Morton Plant Hospital with a possible brain bleed - more information will be provided as received in the meantime please keep her in your prayers.
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Donations can be made to St. Jude.
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Helen Carter 85-86 state President and longtime member of Missile Area Council has been put into Hospice Care.
And her son passed away this January. Only address I have now is where she has been living with her son and daughter in law, Cathy
80 Lura Lane
Merritt Island 32953
Prayers for our dear sister - Will keep you posted as to updates and addresses
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Janice Humphrey Richmond - Jan is past member of Alpha Rho, Tampa. It is with a sad heart that I was informed that Jan's son, Neal Humphrey and her grandson, Cooper Humphrey, were killed in a plane crash. No other information at this time.
Cards can be sent to:
Jan Humphrey Richmond
30543 Animation Lane
Wesley Chapel, FL 33545
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La Verne Bush Woodard, 81, of Merritt Island, FL passed away June 19, 2022. She was a loving wife, a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Born in Macon, GA, she moved to the Space Coast in 1971. She was preceded in death by her husband Moyce of 55 years. She graduated from Webster University with an MA in Management/Human Resource Development. She was an active member of the KARS Ceramic Club, and her Epsilon Sigma Alpha (ESA) sorority for many years, holding multiple offices, including Florida State Council President. She retired from NASA as a Logistics Manager and continued her love of space, volunteering as a NASA Docent. She is survived by daughters, Susan (Jim), Lisa (Rob) and Wendy; grandchildren Joshua (Alysha), Holly (Brian), Chriss, Ryan, LaChelle, Landon and great-grandson Elias. Visitation will be held Friday, June 24, 2022 from 1:00PM-2:00PM, with the service to begin at 2PM at Wylie-Baxley Funeral Home in Merritt Island. Interment will be at the Bethlehem Baptist Church in Eastman, GA.
Donations can be sent to her scholarship fund at ESA Foundation, 363 West Drake Road, Fort Collins, CO 80526; Attention La Verne B. Woodard Endowment.
Cards may be sent to the three girls (Wendy, Lisa and Susan) at:
The Woodard Family
849 Juniper Circle
Rockledge, FL 32955
https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/merritt-island-fl/la-verne-woodard-10799852
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La Verne B Woodard, age 81, of Merritt Island, Florida passed away on Sunday, June 19, 2022. La Verne was born August 11, 1940. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.wyliebaxleymerrittisland.com for the Woodard family.
www.dignitymemorial.com
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Janice Harmon of Beta Beta's, father in law passed away on Father's Day (June 19th). He was in the hospital due to complications from surgery on a broken leg. Janice and her husband, Ron, need lots of prayers to get through this difficult time.
Cards can be sent to them at:
Ron and Janice Harmon
12602 Twisted Oak Dr.
Tampa, Fl 33624
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July 18, 2022
Caring…Sharing…Compassion…
John 14:1 Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me.
Kansas
Denise Masterson was admitted to St. Teresa's Hospital Monday evening. She is quite ill with an infection. Please hold her close to your hearts in thought and prayer.
Requesting no calls or texts at this time so she can rest. Cards are always a welcome blessing.
Denise Masterson
2950 S 407th West
Cheney, KS. 67025
Pam Mitchell reports that After 9 months of pain, many tests and doctors, we finally have answers.I will be having surgery on Monday, July 18th @ 9:00 am at Kansas Medical Center for ureter obstruction. My left ureter is showing 90 degrees bending and causing reflux of urine back and forth to kidney to bladder to kidney. Dr Farha is hoping that the stent will straighten the bending. If not, we will be doing open surgery to repair the obstruction. I am very happy that finally I have answers and will finally feel human again.
Her address is below in case you would like to send her encouragement.
Pam Mitchell 4235 Janesville Street Bel Aire, KS 67220
North Carolina
Lorraine Allen passed away this past week. She was a member of Beta Psi for many years before going inactive.
Her services will be Sunday at First Baptist Church in Graham. The funeral will be at 3:00 ...visitation prior to service 1:30 to 2:45p.
Closing Thought – Eventually all pieces
Fall into place.
Until then,
Laugh at the confusion,
Live for the moment
And know that everything
Happens for a Reason …..
July 11, 2022
Isaiah 12:2 “Surely God is my salvation. I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord is my strength and my song: he has become my salvation.”
It is with heavy heart that I report that we lost our IC President this past week Robin Bussey. A lady with true southern values, classy and most of all a passion for Epsilon Sigma Alpha.
Cards can be sent to her sister and family:
The family has requested donations be made in her honor to St. Jude.
Marion Hunter, Omega Phi, is asking for our prayers for healing after emergency gall bladder surgery.
She is home and doing well. Please pray for Marion to recover quickly and feel good soon.
Marion's address is: 6577 Bluewaters Drive
Update on Jamie Bergner Hixon: she has been released from the hospital, but still needs prayers for a safe birth of her precious twins within this month. If you have time some encouragement can be sent to her at this most uncertain time! Her home address is:
Anel Cox has lost her firstborn, her oldest son, to a drowning in a San Antonio lake near where her son, Roger lives. Roger was a dance instructor at his own studio in San Antonio. He had been swimming with a group of friends, when Roger did not surface. Divers searched for him for endless hours, and finally the body was recovered. You may remember Anel lost her mom to cancer within the last six months.
Notes of care and concern would be deeply appreciated at this time of the loss of her son. They can be sent to:
Alpha Kappa's Janet Gardocki, twin sister of Joann Zaleski. After a recent fall, and a brief stay in the hospital, Janet was transferred to a rehab facility because of difficulty walking. This past week she entered a senior residence. She will be celebrating her birthday there on Thursday, July 14.
She is doing better but your prayers are appreciated. Cards can be sent to:
Grace Senior LIving - Room 44
Carolyn Reed she is a member of chapter Delta Omicron #1864, and she didn't attend state convention because of her arthritis. She said she has 3 types of arthritis (osteo arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis). Also shared that she had gall bladder surgery on Friday of convention (May 13). She is doing ok, but I am sure she could use some thinking of you cards or emails to lift her spirits. She may try to attend the August State board meeting in San Angelo. Carolyn's address is:
Closing Thought – “Light tomorrow with today.” Elizabeth Barrett Browning
Tammy Akines IC Chaplain 2021-2022
10504 State Highway 54 East
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July 4, 2022
Psalm 33:12 Blessed is the nation whose GOD is the Lord.
Alabama
Brenda Haislip has two blood clots in her legs. She has had trouble breathing for the last couple of weeks. She was put on blood thinners and is on oxygen,
Brenda is expected to spend one or two days in a Huntsville hospital.
Please keep Brenda in your thoughts and prayers and share this with your chapter sisters.
Thoughts of good cheer and healing can be sent to 901 Corley Dr. SE., Huntsville, AL 35802
Nell Hills passed away June 27 2022. She was a member of Iota Alpha and ESA for 40 years. A memorial service will be held on August 15 in Montgomery.
Cards can be sent to Cindy McClain
3800 Bowman Court, Gulf Shores, AL 36502
Georgia
Nella Maynor lost her husband Raymond last Monday on June 27 he was 94 years young. Please pray for Nella and daughter Janice as they work through the coming days.
Janice Gallaher Nella Maynor
1401 Vittetoe Road 1361 Vittetoe Road
Chickamauga, GA 30707 Chickamauga GA 30707
Kansas
Shirley Keener, member of District F in Kansas is not doing very well. So Pam McElvain and Denise Masterson would like to ask their fellow ESA members to pray for her. She has been in the hospital and is not doing extremely well. We would like to have a card shower to brighten her spirits. Please send them to her home and her family will take them to her.
Her address is: PO Box 733, Satanta KS 67870
Oregon
Cheryl Barrett, Beta Iota, Roseburg passed away today while in ICU. Cards can be sent to her husband Don Barrett. Address below.
110 Frontier Court, Sutherlin, OR 97479 cherdon1956@msn.com
Prayers are much needed for Patsy McLean. Her doctor is referring her to get another bone marrow biopsy she said those are pretty painful even with pain meds. The doctor is focusing on getting to the bottom of what is going on with her losing blood cells.
1139 SW 12th Street Lincoln City OR 97367 Patsymaymc@embargmail.com
Texas
Melody Spencer was released on Tuesday from the hospital in McAllen where she was for 3 1/2 weeks with congestive heart failure.
She is doing OK but just must take it one day at a time. Her spirits are good.
Melody Spencer
325 Forest Hills #6
Weslaco, TX 78596
Rhonda Jones, who is the daughter of David & Phyllis Ballard. Her note is down below, but states that her Dad, David Ballard, is starting chemo on 7/6 for liver & bone cancer. I asked Rhonda if we could send a card to her dad & she concurred. I think the entire family could use some uplifting prayers as they travel this medical journey ahead, with David.
David & Phylis Ballard Phylis' email: dp2ballard@gmail.com
892 Hwy 78 S
Farmersville, TX 75442
Washington
Update on Pam Munson’s (Omicron, Tacoma/ PAL (AK)) husband Dic.
They found him unresponsive Saturday night and called 911. Both his daughter and grandson were there and critical to getting him help. He was rushed to the ER at Allenmore and admitted to the ICU. Preliminary tests found he had an episode of AFIB. There was no evidence of brain trauma or bleed. Due to recent positive COVID, Pam and Dic were both tested and tested positive for HPIV-3 and Adenovirus.
Dic is currently doing better, is breathing on his own with oxygen assist and was transfered out of ICU. He will be going to a short-term, skilled nursing facility, for rehab and until home healthcare can be arranged. Pam is feeling better, but as expected, is still struggling with congestion, cough and fatigue.
**Update on Dic Munson (husband Pam Munson, Omicron,Tacoma and Past state pres from AK) Dic is doing better - he is being tranfered to Arcadia in University Place for short-term care - they will be working on mobility and muscle strengthening. Please keep the prayers going!!
- 4th of July Facts and History
Laughter is America’s most important export. – Walt Disney
Where liberty dwells, there is my country. – Benjamin Franklin
America means opportunity, freedom, power. – Ralph Waldo Emerson
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JUNE 27, 2022
1 Corinthians 1-3 – May God give you Grace and Peace.
Alabama
Prayers for healing are needed for: Beth Thompson (sick), Drew Thompson (fall) and Drew's dad (Otis) who is in rehab. Also former member Tomie Imhoff has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimers see address below…
Tommie Imfoff
125 Old Hickory Drive
Florence, AL 35630
Alaska
Member at Large member Sue Block passed away on Sunday June 20th.
Arkansas
Helen Cobler of Alpha Omega Chapter in Malvern passed away Friday. She was the longest living member of Alpha Omega. She was a 60 year member who pledged in 1962. Helen will be missed by her chapter sisters. Cards can be sent to ESA/Alpha Omega, PO Box 432, Malvern, AR 72104
Florida
Laverne Woodward, FSC Past President 2000-2001 passed away on Sunday 6/19/22.
Donations can be sent to her scholarship fund at ESA Foundation, 363 West Drake Road, Fort Collins, CO 80526; Attention La Verne B. Woodard Endowment.
Helen Carter 85-86 Florida State President and longtime member of Missile Area Council has been put into Hospice Care. (Note her son passed away this past January)
Only address I have now is where she has been living with her son and daughter in law, Cathy
80 Lura Lane
Merritt Island
32953
Georgia
Joan Basile, Gamma Omega, was rushed to the hospital Tuesday and had her appendix removed. She is doing fine and is requesting prayers for her recovery.
Please remember Joan in your prayers and cards may be sent to her at
721 Winged Foot Dr., Aiken, S.C. 29801
Connie Presley, St. Jude Coordinator, Alpha Nu, just advised me that she had her
two stents put in today. She had one put in following her heart attack. Everything
went well and believe it or not, she is home recuperating!!
If you would like to send a card her address is:
820 Natures Trail, Forsyth, Ga., 31029
Vicki Warren, Past GSC President, sent me a note that she just returned from Florida with a bad cold and sore throat and has tested positive for Covid. She
is self quarantined at home. She is on steroids and antibiotics.
Cards may be sent to Vickie at: 125 Brandon Ct., Calhoun, Ga. 30701
Kansas
Please pray for Judy Christiansen member of District A in Kansas who is having her Gallbladder removed this Friday 1 Judy 2022. She would like prayer for a successful surgery and recovery.
Indiana
Linda Hofer's (Delta Delta Seymour) husband, Terry, died on June 14 from cancer. He was 58.
Her address is
Linda Hofer
2130 Dogwood Trail
Seymour, IN 47274
Michigan
Gail Basile, from Alpha Kappa in Michigan, is scheduled for a mastectomy of the right breast in the near future.
Please remember her in your prayers. Card of encouragement may be sent to Gail at 524 Knowles Street, Royal Oak, MI 48067
Chet Zaleski is (JoAnn’s husband) in Troy Beaumont Hospital on a ventilator and very weak. Prayers needs to be lift for both of them.
Missouri
Jane Waterman, President of Delta Iota Chapter of ESA Missouri, has passed away. If you would like to send your sympathy to her husband, his contact information is: Dan Waterman 16311 Mansion Circle #1201 Independence MO 64055.
South Dakota
Alpha Lambda chapter though recently parted from the ESA State Council remains in hearts and thoughts as Maryln Harnois rests at home following a Silent Stroke.
Notes or cards and healing vibes welcome.
816 W Clark Street
Vermillion, SD 57069
Texas
Mary Lynn Boyd had carpel tunnel surgery on 6/22/22 on her left wrist the surgery was a success. Recovery will take 5-8 weeks.
Mary Lynn Boyd
3311 Miami
Wichita Falls, TX 76309
Dell Blue is back in the hospital due to extreme swelling in her legs and feeds.
Dell Blue
5 Westcreek Place
Plano TX 75074
Closing Thought-It always seems impossible until it’s done. - Nelson Mandela
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June 20 2022
Romans 15:13 Now the God of hope will fill you with all joy and peace in believing that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.
California - Carole and Jim Hockenbarger daughter Kate passed away on May 22nd. Kate has been battling brain cancer (glioblastoma) for the past 18 months, she was 59 years old. Please keep Carole and Jim in your thoughts and prayers. They have asked that no cards be sent.
Florida - Ruthann Richwine of Sigma Tau has been down with Covid for a week or so now. She states she is getting better just tired.
Ruthann Richwine 2405 Franciscan Drive #11 Clearwater, FL 33763
Georgia - Beverly Aldridge, Beta Chi, has been going through tests to find out
if she caused more damage to her heart, after her heart attack.
Beverly needs our prayers and some cheering up to lift her spirits.
Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers.
Her address is: P. O. Box 22, Forsyth, Ga. 31029
Idaho - June Hutchens, still not swallowing or speaking and they are
talking about releasing her to come home next week. Her physical therapy
is going well. There has been some damage cognitively but she continues
to show improvement there.
Please keep June and her family in your prayers. Please continue to send
her cards of encouragement and letting her know how much we love her.
June had a surprise “special” visitor this week. Cleoria was in Pocatello and
she drove to Idaho Falls to visit June. I know June was happy to see you
Cleoria.
June Hutchens, P O Box 100, Ririe, ID 83443
Linda Villegas, daughter in law of Margaret Smith is better in some ways she is better but on June 22, she is scheduled for open heart surgery
here in Boise. She has a valve issue and apparently it is rather complicated. It
seems everything she gets is “complicated”. The surgeon was hoping to fix it by
going in through her side but with further testing they will have to go in through
her breast bone. She will probably be in the hospital a week, then she will go to
rehab.
Linda Villegas, 10035 W Skycliffe Ave, Boise, Idaho 83704
Michigan - Janet Gardocki has been released from Troy Beaumont Hospital after her fall at the doctor's office. She has been admitted to Pomeroy Living in Rochester for Skilled Rehabilitation.
She is now being evaluated for what therapy she will be receiving. Janet will have stitches removed from her face tomorrow.
Thinking of you cards may be sent to her at Pomeroy Living, 3500 W. South Boulevard, Rochester Hills, MI 48309 or
to Joann Zaleski, 47405 Alliance Ct. Shelby Twp, MI 48315. Joann will deliver them to her.
North Carolina – Please continue to pray for Lauren Ryan and Jan Monroe below you find both address for them. (Death of Bernice Elich June 11th Mother/Grandmother to them). 71 year member to ESA this family has 4 generations belonging to our great organization.
Lauren's address:
113 Vintage Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Jan's address:
8004 Union Grove Church Rd
Chapel Hill, NC 27516-5402
Oregon - Gary Barber, Joanne McKenney's, significant other, had surgery June 14th to remove the polyps from his vocal cords. Please think positive thoughts for them. His address is:
6710 Shepherd Court N
Keizer, Oregon 97303
Texas - Phoebe Cole fell June 13, 2022 in her back yard. She is currently in CCU at BSA with two brain bleeds, hematomas and a large gash in the back of her head. The update from Brenda is that the CT scan showed a slight decrease in the bleed. Please pray for a complete recovery from this fall. I'm sure she would love cards. Phoebe is the mother of Brenda O'Neill, Past State President.
Phoebe Cole
5410 Southside Drive
Amarillo, Texas 79109
Brenda O'Neill
7007 Achieve
Amarillo, Texas 79109
Olivia Harrington I am sad to report passed on Friday June 17th. Please say a prayer for her family and chapter.
Fred Harrington & Family
609 Ferris Ave
Waxahachie, TX. 75165
Theta Pi Chapter
% Treva Adams
215 N. Royal Oak Dr.
Duncanville, TX. 75116
**Special Requests**
Today is World Refugee Day, a day to remember, honor, and pray for refugees around the world. Over the last few months, the world has looked on as millions of Ukrainians have been displaced from their homes by the Russian military onslaught. Sadly, however, the worldwide refugee crisis is not limited to Ukraine or Eastern Europe. Syria, Venezuela, Afghanistan, and South Sudan are just some
of the other current hotspots around the world where people are being forced to flee violence, oppression, and hunger. According to the UN Refugee Agency, over 84 million people are currently displaced—the most since World War II.
This World Refugee Day, let’s lift up refugees and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in prayer. Let us pray that they receive the help they need right now and that peace returns to their homes.
Tammy Akines IC Chaplain 2021-2022
10504 State Highway 54 East
Star City AR 71667
esaicchaplain@gmail.com
Don’t Just Fly…Soar!!
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June 13 2022
Psalm 51:10 “Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.”
Arizona - Happy 100th Birthday!!
Edna Sawicki celebrated her 100th birthday on June 8th with family in Tucson. She has been active in Arizona Council ESA for many years. Her address is: 5823 East 18th Street, Tucson AZ 85711.
Liz Montgomery (Alpha Sigma) had to have hip surgery on June 1. She could use some cheering up with some cards.
Her address is 8560 Pima Place Pinetop, AZ 85935, and her email address is lizjerrymontgomery@gmail.com
Florida - Sherry Newgent, member of Rho Chi lost her son-in-law, Ted Raub to a car accident on Sunday 6/5/22.
Please keep her daughter Mindy (Ted's wife) and the entire family in your prayers during this very difficult time.
Cards may be sent to:
Sherry Newgent Mindy Raub
31840 Pasco Road 12755 Timber Run
San Antonio, FL 33756 Dade City, FL 33525
Idaho -
June Hutchens had another stroke on Saturday June 4th . They are not sure how much damage was done yet. She is aware of what is happening however she is unable to speak at this time. Marie is going to keep me updated and I will let you know as soon as I have more information.
Our ESA prayers have been answered. June’s daughter Kristy, called Sue today with an update. The last test they did on June showed the damage was in the front part of her brain. She should be talking and swallowing better soon. She is doing good and her family is somewhat relieved and hopeful.
Happy 90th Birthday!!
A little bird told me it is June’s 90th birthday on Sunday June 12th. Let’s let her know how much we love her.
June Hutchens, P O Box 100, Ririe, ID 83443
junermh@gmail.com
Marie Miller is home recovering from having a large lymph node removed from her groin. She is doing good but of course she is very worried about June. I will keep you updated on Marie’s recovery also.
Marie, 3871 E Marble Dr., Idaho Falls, ID 83401
paulmariemiller@gmail.com
Kansas -Beth Pompa husband Joe is recovering nicely from his open heart surgery, however, the incision from the removal of the vein from his leg has become infected. He has been on antibiotics for a week but they had not seen much improvement. Joe has surgery today where they placed a wound pump which will be removed next week if it is better. Please keep Beth and Joe in your thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery.
Michigan -Helen Shrank's health issues became worse. Her lungs just weren't strong enough to recover and heal. She passed at 2 pm on June 7. Her daughter Cindy was with her. Cards of sympathy can be sent for the family to Cindy Hales, 459 N. Elm Rd., Flushing MI 48433. Visitation and Service info will follow.
Janet Gardocki from Alpha Kappa is in the hospital. She is having trouble with her leg and unable to stand on it. She has not been able to participate in the Chapter activities and could use our prayers. Janet has been in ESA for a long time in many roles and Chapter and Michigan State Council offices.
Please keep Janet in your prayers.
Cards can be sent to
Janet Gardocki
48429 Lindon Ct
Shelby Twp., MI 48317
Marleen‘s Mrenza daughter-in-law had the twins early at 25 1/2 weeks. They are being flown to Children’s Hospital in Detroit. Marleen is very concerned and could use all of our prayers and the intervention of the Holy Spirit. Please pray for Marleen and her family. God watch over the twin baby girls. Marleen’s address is 40349 Republic Dr Sterling Heights MI 48313.
North Carolina - Bernice Elich, mother of Jan Monroe and grandmother to Lauren Ryan, both of Delta Chi, is transitioning to leave life on earth and dance in the heavens with our Lord. Both Jan and Lauren are by her bedside to say their goodbyes.
Texas -Shirley Wells
Shirley is still recovering from her fall and hip and pelvis surgery. She is receiving physical therapy and is now walking with use of a cane. Her pain is constant, but she is determined to return to normal with lots of rest and more PT. Please keep her in your prayers for meeting her goal. We are happy that her daughter, Regina, is closely watching her as well.
Shirley Wells
701 McMakin Rd
Bartonville, TX 76226
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Kay Howard
Kay was hospitalized due to problems with her knees & legs. After treatment, they admitted her into a Rehab facility to strengthen her ability to walk properly.
She is returning home on Tuesday and is using a walker. Prayers for her continued strength and stamina is truly appreciated.
Kay Howard
140 Perry Court
San Antonio, TX 78209
Closing Thought: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
Myra Angelou
Tammy Akines IC Chaplain 2021-2022
10504 State Highway 54 East
Star City AR 71667 esaicchaplain@gmail.com
Don’t Just Fly…Soar!!
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