Our sweet brother-in-law Michael was recently diagnosed in October 2018 with stage 4 esophageal cancer. Immediately, a group of fellow parishioners and friends came together to organize a fundraiser for the Wells family to help with the adding costs of medical bills, transportation, insurance costs, etc.
The fundraiser was held on December 8th and it was a HUGE success!
There were tons of businesses that donated food/beer/wine, and many others that donated auction items to the fundraiser. All in all, that night raised a over $125 thousand dollars for the Wells family. Michael even felt good enough to stop by for a quick appearance before heading home.
The Wells family
A blurry but fun picture of Caitlin, Dave and I
There was a custom made fire helmet auctioned off that was then given to Michael!
It was a very emotional night for everyone!
The Teson family
(poor Suzanne was back in Texas as she had just given birth to her 7th kiddo!)
There was a live band at the end which had the gymnasium rockin!
And the group of Teson kids ended up winning the auction for Cirque de Solei tickets for Marvin and Kathy for a Christmas present. The package came with some circus peanuts and red noses, so Dave and I wore them as a victory prize!
Such a fun night for such an amazing guy!
We're with you all the way, Michael!!! :)
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