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Page 1: FAITH WORK - St. Barnabas Health System · St. Barnabas Health System Officers William V. Day, EdD, President Douglas W. Day, Senior Vice President Karen Tabacchi, Senior Vice President

FAITH WORK&St. Barnabas Health System Christmas 2017

Peace AND Goodwill AT ST. BARNABAS

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St. Barnabas Health System OfficersWilliam V. Day, EdD, President

Douglas W. Day, Senior Vice President

Karen Tabacchi, Senior Vice President

James D. Turco, Senior Vice President

Margaret Horton, Assistant Vice President

Valerie Day Wilden, Assistant Vice President

StBarnabasHealthSystem.com

St. Barnabas Health SystemBoard of TrusteesJohn J. Curran, Chair

John A. Howell III, Vice Chairman/Treasurer

William V. Day, Secretary

Thomas M. Schmidt

Joseph C. Scaletta Sr.

Richard J. Andrus

Walter DeForest

Faith & Work is published quarterly by St. Barnabas Health System

Valerie Day Wilden, Editor

Nancy Brem, Production Manager

Donna Herrle, Designer

Rick Armstrong and Michele Spencer, Photographers

Reed & Witting, Printer

Contents

FAITH WORK&

3 A Message from William V. Day

4 PRESENTS FOR PATIENTS® Remembers Lonely Patients, Veterans

6 Here We Grow Again!

7 For That Special Person this Christmas

9 When Memories Fail

10 St. Barnabas Shines Forth at Christmas

12 So…Hey Guys

13 Please Donate

14 Donating in Memory

15 Tribute Gifts

16 Donors

19 Your Support is Changing Lives

St. Barnabas Health System Christmas 2017

On the CoverReverend Michael P. Conway of

St. Richard Church, Gibsonia,

welcomes you to The Chapel at

The Village at St. Barnabas.

See the story of Christmas at

St. Barnabas on page 10.

St. Barnabas Charities’ Mission StatementThe St. Barnabas Charities’ mission is to help to provide new

resources to St. Barnabas Nursing Home, Valencia Woods at

St. Barnabas and The Arbors at St. Barnabas. The Charities

exists to enable St. Barnabas to better respond to the health

needs of the western Pennsylvania community. The Charities’

resources help provide the finest personnel and latest

technology to the community to promote a better quality of

life. The Charities is accountable to those who support its

activities and reports regularly to these constituencies.

Through the efforts of the Charities, St. Barnabas is able to

realize its full potential to serve society.

FAITH WORK&St. Barnabas Health System Christmas 2017

Peace AND Goodwill AT ST. BARNABAS

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He was my grandfather. A wonderful man whom I

still love dearly. One of those rare individuals I

was fortunate to have in my life. Not long

enough. But his impact on me continues today.

I was thinking of him recently. And of the last game of

checkers I ever played with him. He would always win

when we played. Always. But I recall my pestering him to

play a game. He was mostly bedfast in his home in

Beaver, PA where he and Grandmother Emma had lived

for many years.

I knew that Grandpa was ill but I wanted to defeat him at

checkers. He consented to play but I could tell his heart

was not in the game. I have no doubt that he let me win.

And it was our last game together. I treasure that moment.

Raymond Arwood Vance was, as my father would say,

“very hard headed.” Yes, Grandpa was set in his ways.

But that is not always a bad thing.

Grandpa was born on a farm in Beaver County. He became

a foreman in the shipping area of a plant which made

bathtubs and fixtures in Monaca, PA.

But more importantly he was a Christian. He was an elder in

the United Presbyterian Church of Rochester, PA. He had a

booming voice which he really exercised as the congregation

sang hymns. Initially, I was kind of embarrassed when I went

A Mess age f rom W i l l i a m V . D a y

Meet Raymond

to worship services with my grandparents. Then I became

so proud of him and them. Even though he sang off key!

My grandmother began to slowly lose her eyesight. This is

when I saw the true hand of God via my grandfather. He was

so kind and gentle with her. Eventually he prepared all of

the meals for them. Apricots were almost always for dessert.

I fondly recall a time when I spent an overnight at the

Vances. My grandparents were so wonderfully kind to me.

Well, they had purchased some cider in a large glass

vessel. How long they had the cider they did not know.

They offered me several glasses of cider after dinner. I

really enjoyed it! So, around 6 p.m. I decided to lie down

on the living room couch. The next thing I remembered was

awaking Saturday morning about 9 a.m. My grandparents

did not know and neither did I that it was HARD CIDER!

Very hard! And I enjoyed it!

Please keep in mind that my grandparents were teetotalers.

They did not drink alcohol. Most Presbyterians did not

drink alcohol in those days. Or at least they did not admit

it! But I liked the hard cider!

I read that most grandchildren do not know where their

grandparents are buried. Well, I do. They are in Heaven!

I treasure my memories of them. God’s chosen people!

And my last game of checkers with Grandpa!

Have a blessed Christmas!

God bless,

WVD

[email protected]

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Now in its 34th year, this unique charitable program

brings a warm human touch to lonely nursing and

living assistance patients not just at Christmas but all

year-round. But it is at Christmas, the program’s conception,

that the need is often the greatest.

WPXI TV anchors Peggy Finnegan and David Johnson continue

to serve as chairs of the campaign aided by PRESENTS FOR

PATIENTS® Committees in three counties: Allegheny, Beaver and

Butler. Heading these committees are Helen and Brooks Bartlett,

Allegheny County; Richard Rocereto, Beaver; and Millie and

Dale Pinkerton, Butler.

This year, Neighborhood Ford Store is collecting gifts for our

veterans, thanking them for their service and remembering them

with a Christmas gift. For details, email

[email protected].

Join PRESENTS FOR PATIENTS® now and bring memories of

Christmas past to life! It’s easy!

Select a FacilityA list of nursing and assisted living facilities by county are located online at PresentsforPatients.com.

Contact the Facility

Purchase and Wrap Your GiftThe visit is the real gift! Gifts can range from $10 to $30. See suggested gift ideas at right.

Plan a Visit and Deliver the GiftCo-workers, churches, schools, social groups, rotaries and chambers, friends and families can collect gifts and make a personal visit to patients. Contact the facility and coordinate a date and time to visit. Go online now: [email protected] or call 724-443-0011.

Donors unable to shop or visit can send a contribution in the

enclosed yellow envelope or visit PresentsforPatients.com or

text ‘Give’ to 41444.

SUGGESTED GIFT IDEAS

Remembers Lonely Patients, VeteransFOR

St. Barnabas arranges for Pittsburgh athletes to visit and give a present in person to lonely patients in

nursing and living assistance facilties.

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Remembers Lonely Patients, Veterans

Collecting presents for veterans as part of the PRESENTS FOR PATIENTS® campaign this year are (left) Cathy Glasgow of Butler County Ford, and Dale and Millie Pinkerton, chairs of the Butler Presents for Patients Committee. Butler Ford is just one of the 81 Neighborhood Ford dealers participating in the program.

Partners and Sponsors Celebrate 34 Seasons of Giving

• Zip-front sweatshirts/pants• Pajamas/robes • Blankets• Patriotic theme items• Slippers• Lottery tickets• Word search-large print

Pittsburgh Steeler Rocky Bleier trades “service” stories with Natale Sergi during a PRESENTS FOR PATIENTS® visit to HCR Manorcare. Each Christmas Rocky remembers a fellow veteran with a gift and visit.

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Here we grow again!

Landscapers will be putting the finishing touches on the newly completed four-plex — the Willow design —

at The Woodlands at St. Barnabas, bringing the total number of carriage homes to 172. Behind each of

these new buildings on Curran Court will be planted three willow trees, drawing their water source from a

small stream. Already, three of the new homes are occupied. According to Senior Vice President Douglas W. Day,

there are 16 home designs to choose from including the newest, “The Willow.” Besides The Woodlands, the

St. Barnabas Communities includes The Village at St. Barnabas and Whitetail Ridge, each offering independent

living “apart from the ordinary.”

For more information about independent living at St. Barnabas, contact Cynthia Boyd, Director of Admissions,

St. Barnabas Communities, at 724-444-5573 or [email protected]. Check out the website at

StBarnabasCommunities.com.

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For that special personthis Christmas…

Gift wrap a ticket to

2018 C E L E B R A T I O N

Presenting Sponsor Signature Sponsor Platinum Sponsors Gold Sponsors

Proceeds benefit the St. Barnabas Free Care Fund

Seating is limited. Tickets range from

$295 to $475Call: 724-625-3770

Visit: StBarnabasCharities.com

HONORING

Judge Andrew P. NapolitanoChampion of Personal Freedom and the U.S. Constitution

April 26, 2018Pittsburgh Marriott North • Cranberry Township

5:30 p.m. Cocktail reception with Silent AuctionTreasures, Raffle Surprises, Fun for All

7:30 p.m. Dinner ProgramHance Award to Judge Napolitano

Inspiring address by the Judge

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“Chubby Cheeks” is the title given to the photo Specialty Care Coordinator Midge Hobaugh displays in her group therapeutic session to (l to r) Pat, Esther and Joan.

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St. Barnabas’ Memory Care Program

can help. It doesn’t have all the

answers, but the program, instituted

in 2012, is continually growing, asking:

What is the best kind of care? What is the

best approach? What have we learned?

What should we do differently?

Overseeing the person-centered program

is Marjorie “Midge” Hobaugh, Specialty

Care Coordinator, assisted by Anna Foust,

Memory Care Specialist. According to Midge,

St. Barnabas’ ultimate goal is to make

patients happier. “We combine one-on-one

sessions and therapeutic groups, tailoring

the program to the individual, concentrating

on that person’s strengths and abilities.”

St. Barnabas’ Memory Care Program can

best be understood from the viewpoints of

three very special residents.

Joan — This former May Queen was

married for 63 years. It was after her

husband Donald’s death in 2014 and a

brief hospitalization that Joan’s memory

loss became more noticeable. The

family was advised that Joan could no

longer live alone and they chose The

Arbors at St. Barnabas for their

mother. Joan has adjusted well, made

friends and daily interacts with people.

Though sad, the family is comforted,

knowing she is safe and happy.

Pat — After raising four children, Pat

went back to school for a second

degree in art, and pursued a successful

career in interior design. Pat was always

redecorating her home, making doll

clothes and original Halloween costumes

for her grandchildren. Her passion for

art, design, and sewing continued until

three years ago when her memory loss

intervened. Despite that loss, Pat still

has a keen artistic eye.

Esther — This retired English teacher

is articulate and imaginative. When

diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia, she

was concerned but eager to live as fully

as possible. “I decided,” Esther says,

“to keep exercising, saying my prayers,

enjoying every moment with my

children, grandchildren and friends.

Am I missing out on anything in my

life? Ok, yes …driving a car, taking

walks by myself. You see, Lewy Body

Dementia affects my voice, my motion,

my balance, my memories.”

During the first few weeks of residency,

Midge, with the

help of family,

identifies strengths

and abilities. Then,

with the help of all

the therapies:

occupational,

speech, physical

therapy, these are

developed and

enhanced.

In group sessions,

pictures, as well as

music and food, are used to stimulate

memories and cognition as multi-sensory

stimulation is one of the hallmarks of the

program. Midge holds up a picture of a

happy baby and asks the trio to title the

photo. Esther names it “Chubby Cheeks.”

Joan titles it “Best Friend Two.” Midge

asks who is “Best Friend One.” “A dog,”

Joan quickly replies. Pat smiles. And

Midge moves onto another photo. In these

exercises Midge has learned that all three

retain the ability to read, with Esther

having the ability to discern, Joan, the

ability to use humor and Pat, to deduct

with support.

When memories fail, St. Barnabas can

help! For more information, visit

StBarnabas HealthSystem.com, or

contact Anne Nelson, Director of Clinical

Admissions, at 724-625-4000 or ANelson

@StBarnabasHealthSystem.com.

Having fun in their group session are (l to r) memory care residents Joan and Esther.

When Memories Fail…

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ights of life shine out from every branch of the giant larch tree in front of St. Barnabas Nursing Home…while twinkling lights outline every facility on all the campuses in Allegheny, Beaver and Butler Counties, illuminating the pathways to a celebration of Christ’s birth.

L It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas

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It’s a time to laugh and sing and enjoy the

spirit of Christmas with tree trimming and

ugly sweater parties that bring residents,

patients, families, friends and staff closer

together. Community groups like the Pine

Richand High School Orchestra, the

Greater Croation Men’s Chorus, the Jingle

Elves of Bakerstown Presbyterian Church

and whole families stroll through the

halls, singing Christmas carols.

The Peace of our Lord The Chapels in all the facilities are decorated

with poinsettias, evergreen and candles,

inviting all to pray together at this blessed

time of year. All faiths, denominations are

welcome. Father Mike of St. Richard’s

parish extends “the peace of our Lord” to

all for his Friday service at 9:30 a.m. in

Hilltop Hall at The Village at St. Barnabas.

And on Dec. 21 a candlelight service will

be held at Valencia Woods Chapel at

2 p.m. by the Bakerstown Presbyterian

Church. For a complete schedule of all

services, go to the St. Barnabas website at

StBarnabasHealthSystem.com.

Families Remember Loved OnesThe family of two patients who will not be

with us this year – the Markin family –

will continue their parents legacy of love

and caring: “Our parents taught us

comfort and joy were the most precious

gifts to give at Christmas and throughout

the year. They always used their many

talents to bring joy and comfort to others

and encouraged us to do the same. Mom

and Dad’s final years were spent at The

Arbors, Valencia Woods, surrounded by

the wonderful staff and other residents

who became their friends. This year our

family has decided to make and deliver

lap quilts to these friends, in loving

memory of our parents.”

Memory care patients at all The Arbors

and at St. Barnabas and Valencia Woods

skilled care have written letters about

what Christmas means to them and their

favorite Christmas memories. These will

be shared with family, friends, staff and

throughout the campuses.

The True Meaning of ChristmasA simple meal of soup and bread is

shared by The Woodlands residents on

Christmas Eve as they gather in fellowship

to observe the true meaning of Christmas.

On Christmas day, St. Barnabas invites

anyone and everyone who is in need or

alone to break bread with us. The

century-old tradition of free Christmas

dinners celebrates the good will and

promise of Jesus’ birth. Join us at

St. Barnabas Nursing Home in Gibsonia,

at Valencia Woods in Valencia and Beaver

Meadows in Beaver, PA. from 11 a.m. to

1 p.m. Dec. 25. For information call

724-443-0700.

To all our friends across the nation and

beyond, we wish you all a blessed

Christmas. “God bless us everyone.”

ights of life shine out from every branch of the giant larch tree in front of St. Barnabas Nursing Home…while twinkling lights outline every facility on all the campuses in Allegheny, Beaver and Butler Counties, illuminating the pathways to a celebration of Christ’s birth.

L It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas

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I f you’re like me, you are annoyed by the younger

generation’s improper use of words and grammar.

Senior citizens are often described as being grumpy, not

accepting new ideas and intolerant of younger people.

Although I am in my mid-80s, I try very hard to avoid all of

those characterizations. Rather than being grumpy, I am

positive and optimistic about my life. I readily accept new

ideas and new technology even if my computer skills lag far

behind those of my grandchildren. I also try to be open-

minded toward the younger generations and, in fact, believe

they may be better at solving some of today’s challenges

than my generation. Nevertheless, I do take issue with some

of their use of words and grammar. Perhaps we should

send a message.

EXAMPLES:• The constant interjection of “you know” into almost

every sentence.

• Beginning every sentence with “so” as if they are stalling until they can think of something to say.

• The use of “like” to emphasize an adjective; it was “like” awesome.

• Referring to everyone, regardless of gender, with their new unisex word, “guys.” Lots of older women insist they are not “guys.”

• “My bad.” This pathetic phrase is used to admit an error – instead of “sorry” or “I made a mistake.” It sounds like a 1920s Tarzan movie – “Me Tarzan – You Jane.”

• And the worst “no problem” is used as a substitute for “you’re welcome” or “my pleasure” in response to “thank you.”

Please, young people, proper English will help make us old

geezers less grumpy and more likely to increase your gratuity

or return to your place of business. So…you know guys we

will actually be like grateful for you to hear our plea and say

“no problem.” If not, it’s “your bad,” not mine.

And here at St. Barnabas it’s Merry Christmas, not Merry

Xmas or Happy Holidays!

Merry Christmas Everyone!

You Know This is Why I’m Like Irritated. You Know.

@theRoddeyReport for other Roddeyisms.

These thoughts are shared by James C. Roddey, the first Chief Executive of Allegheny County and St. Barnabas Senior Advisor.

He enlightens and entertains with his wit, humor and experiences. To request Mr. Roddey as a speaker or emcee, please

contact him at James C. [email protected] or 724-444-5508.

So…Hey Guys

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Since 1900 St. Barnabas has been providing care for chronically

and terminally ill patients regardless of their ability to pay for

that care. This does not only include skilled medical care, but

all of the services so necessary for a meaningful life – restorative,

social, spiritual. And all of this is made possible by the support of

donors – friends who live nearby or in states across our nation and

even a few across the sea. Please join them.

You can choose to support the cost of caring for a patient for a day —

$350, for a week — $2,450, for a 30-day month — $10,500, for a

year — $127,750, or even one hour — $14.58…whatever your heart

and your budget tells you.

For 117 years St. Barnabas has been inviting anyone who

is in need or alone to share Christmas dinner with us. We

ask that you donate $10, 20, 50 to help pay for these

dinners. And that we add these men, women and children

to our blessing as we join hands with our loved ones to

break bread and give thanks for Christ’s birth.

You can help keep our patients warm and cozy throughout

the winter, and cool during the hot, summer months. Our

heating and air conditioning costs for the year for all of

our facilities totals $493,646. A contribution in any

amount would be greatly appreciated.

Patients with wheels enjoy a priceless measure of freedom.

The chairs are customized to fit specialized needs and

range in price from $500 to more than $5,000. Your gift

in any amount to this fund will help provide mobility to a

well-deserving patient.

To contribute to any of these funds, please send your

check to St. Barnabas Charities in the enclosed yellow

envelope or you may give online at StBarnabas

Charities.com.

Please DONATE!

Free Care Fund

Fuel Fund

Free Christmas Dinners

Wheelchair Fund

T hank you and

God bless.

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MEMORY

In the 1980s William Lowry,

President of Blue Cross of Western

Pennsylvania (now Highmark)

became a friend to St. Barnabas and in

2017, the organization was honored to

return his generosity and stewardship

with the TLC he so rightfully deserved

when — 30 years after his illustrious

career as entrepreneur-turned-corporate

chief, and after headlining the St.

Barnabas CEO Leadership Conference,

he became a patient of Valencia Woods

at St. Barnabas.

Complications from Parkinson’s

Disease required 24-hour medical

supervision and physical therapy. His

wife Marie turned to St. Barnabas and

its 117 year history of providing

sophisticated and compassionate care.

Valencia Woods at St. Barnabas was her

husband’s home away from home until

his passing this past August.

Mr. Lowry left an indelible impression

upon his St. Barnabas caregivers just

as he did with individuals and

organizations throughout Western

Pennsylvania. During his career Mr.

Lowry directed Blue Cross’ community

affairs dollars toward St. Barnabas

fundraising events and programs. He

and his wife, both native Pittsburghers,

supported St. Barnabas Free Care Fund

personally as well.

A champion for the less fortunate,

Mr. Lowry was involved in numerous

civic organizations and served on the

advisory board for the John G. Rangos,

Sr. School of Health Sciences of

Duquesne University, where he earned a

bachelor of science degree in accounting.

It was his human side and humility that

people loved. A beautiful funeral mass

was held at SS John and Paul in

Franklin Park where an impressive

assembly of friends, colleagues and

family mourned but also celebrated the

life of this great man.

His son Michael reflected on his father’s

commitment to family and service and

remembered him as a “man of action”

who “woke up every day with a purpose.”

He is survived by his wife of 57 years,

Marie; a daughter, Karen Karasinski

(John); sons Michael (Jolene), William

(Angela) and nine grandchildren.

In the benevolent tradition set forth by

the Lowrys, memorial donations are

directed to St. Barnabas Charities.

Please join family and friends in

remembering William Lowry with a

contribution by sending your gift in

the enclosed yellow envelope or giving

online at StBarnabasCharities.com.

DONATING IN

William Lowry

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Robert A. Hoadley Dick and Connie Mayer

Lula Mae Lennon Donald Lennon

Virginia Russo Joyce and Roger Russo

Kay Turnbull Feyche Investment and Financial

Planning

Marilyn Campbell Jim Fries

Charles Duffett Jr. Jane Duffett

Elsie and Albert Ekin Marjorie and Stewart Ekin

Ernest Fleck Eugene C. Aliff

Rita George Ric George

Vivian Gibson Breakneck Beagle Club

Joyce Hapke Bruce Hapke

William and Phyllis Herbenick Dennis Herbenick

Donnie Hersh Jr. Donald and Sylvia Hersh

David Hertel Barbara Hertel

Edward Holden Geraldine Holden

Eleanor Kapko Susan Bilecky

Kathy Bugajski

Ron and Jane Cercone

Valerie DuPlaga

Judy and Art Eisen

Grace Horn

Maureen and Larry Kamons

Kelli Perry

Kyle Petrucci

Cathy and Rob Preuhs

Camille Reed

Yolanda Schuman

Samuelraj Selvanathan

Janet and Mark Shozda

Eleanor Kapko Theodore and Ann Talkowski

The Digital Workplace team, Bank

of New York Mellon

Venango Trails Neighbors

Robert and Barbara Wenzelburger

William P. Kusek Karen Matthews

Warren Leighliter Janet Leighliter

Loved Ones Anonymous

William Lowry Richard and Kathleen Briggs

Grace Martz Patricia Gross

David Paul Mikszan Kathleen Mikszan

George Mikulan Mary Eller

Janis Johnson

Diane Miller

Janet Neuhaeusler Carol Rinker

Tom Petty Regis L. Durmis

James Pletcher Jean Pletcher

Luke Provenzano Mark Provenzano

Jeanne and Bill Reed Judy Yuss

Theresa Savukynas Francis Savukynas

William Schultheis Rose Schultheis

Richard and Lois Seiss Thomas Mueller

Fran Sigmund Kim McCombs

Louis Stanisha Joan Stanisha

Nancy Stypula Mr. and Mrs. William A. Klenk

Hugh Teitelbaum Richard and Eugenia Righter

John Turnbull Feyche Investment and Financial

Planning

Elizabeth and Gloria Yannuzzi James Yannuzzi

Patricia Younkins Mary Laura Gardner

Dee Strunk

DONOR: DONOR:

September 21, 2017 – November 17, 2017

in HONOR of: in MEMORY of:

With the St. Barnabas Special Tribute Gift Program you can honor a friend or relative on a happy occasion, such as a birthday or anniversary, or to pay living tribute to the memory of a departed one. Your tax-deductible gift makes possible skilled, loving care for the patients and residents of St. Barnabas.

IN TRIBUTE

in MEMORY of: DONOR:

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Debra Cochran Comcast Spotlight Costa Painting LLC Cowden Associates Creese Smith & Co. Mr. & Mrs. Douglas W. Day Mr. and Mrs. Walter P. DeForest Dillon McCandless King Coulter & Graham LLP Hysalene Dixon Efficient Energy Solutions Mary Jane Ekiss Elk Air Conditioning & Heating Drs. Jonathon and Judith Erlen Fayette Parts Service Inc. (NAPA) First National Bank Rita Foster Frank B. Fuhrer Wholesale Co. Mr. and Mrs. Charles L. Fuellgraf Jr. Major E. Garrett George and Rita Patterson Foundation Gibson Capital LLC Mr. and Mrs. David E. Gratz Alan Groover James Harbison Jeffrey K. Haus Donna Herrle HM Insurance Group Margaret Horton Intalere J V Electronics Gary James Kisner Law Firm LLC Kress Restoration James Lauteri Sara Leary Haas Derrick Lewis Robert Liga Bryan Madeya Dr. Joseph Maroon McKesson Medical Surgical Medline Industries Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Myles C. Minzenberg Mt. Lebanon Office Furniture & Interiors Northern Connection Magazine Owen & Conley LLC

Paper Products Co. Inc. Parks Moving & Storage Inc. Mark Pasquerilla Pietragallo Gordon Alfano Bosick & Raspanti LLP PINNACLE Financial Strategies Premium Brokerage Service Presque Isle Downs Inc. Purvis Brothers Inc. R.I.C.G.C. Reed & Witting Co. Reinhart Food Service Kenton Rexford RiversEdge Advanced Retirement Solutions LLC RJW Media Mr. and Mrs. Richard Roadarmel Diane S. Robertson Mr. and Mrs. James C. Roddey Paul Rodgers Rudolph Auto Repair Sarver Landscape Maintenance Co. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph C. Scaletta Sr. Dr. and Mrs. Tom Schauble Schellhaas Funeral Home & Cremation Services Ltd. Schwab Charitable Fund Shields Asphalt Paving Inc. Shorebridge Wealth Management Sittig Cortese LLC Mr. and Mrs. David Smith Smullin Asphalt and Concrete Mr. and Mrs. William M. Spell Ashley Starks H. Paul Starr Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Kim Tabacchi Mr. and Mrs. Robert Thaw The Myers Law Firm Curt Tipton Tires for Less Tom Henry Chevrolet Dr. Jack Tomayko TRIB Total Media LLC. Turner Dairy Farms Inc. US Foods Vision Benefits of America Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Wilden Willard M. Lewis Co.

Anonymous Armstrong Arnett Carbis Toothman LLP C.U.E. Inc. Civil & Environmental Consultants Inc. Consolidated Communications CooksonPeirce Wealth Management Covestro LLC DeForest Koscelnik Yokitis & Berardinelli Diamond Pharmacy Inc. Dollar Bank Express Scripts Inc. Fiducia Group LLC Fort Pitt Capital Group Geyer Construction & Development Company Margaret McCartan MMC Land Management Dr. Richard A. Morledge NET Xperts LLC Paracca Interiors Flooring America PCA Mission Pharmacy Simpson & McCrady LLC TriState Capital Bank Pittsburgh UPMC Health Plan Wells Fargo Insurance Services WPXI TV

A. L. Kayafas Insurance ABC Glass & Mirror LLC AMCOM Office Systems AVI Food Systems Balfurd Linen Service Mr. and Mrs. Brooks M. BartlettBurns, White & Hickton Dr. and Mrs. Larry Campoli Capitas Financial CBS Radio Inc. Clearview Federal Credit Union

Adler & Sons Tree Service Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Daniel H. Adler Anonymous Mr. and Mrs. James A. Armour Nancy Bartlett Benedum Interests Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Blackstone Jr. John J. Bodziuch Mr. and Mrs. Mark Bramson Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Brem Lashonda Brown Rose Buckwalter Caldwell’s Windoware Inc. Christine Castora Marla Cipko John J. Curran Dave Sutter Auto Body David W. Tyree P.C. Attorneys at Law Mr. and Mrs. William V. Day Mr. and Mrs. Mark Dennis Mike Donohue Teresa Farls Kristi Festa Tanisha Gaynor Cindy Grant Mary Guinee Shawn Gwaltney H.A. English & Associates Michael Hancox Francis P. Hanrahan Peter Hess James R. Hune David L. Immonen J & J Fire Protection Company Inc. J.C. Ehrlich Company Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Kaminsky Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Kessler Harry Klucher Georgianna Kross Michael Lazzara Leech Tishman Law Firm Dawn Logval Michelle Mahoney Patricia Malloy

D O N O R S

Gouverneur P. Hance League Gifts of $5,000 or more

President's ClubGifts of $1,000 to $4,999

Supporter's ClubGifts of $450 to $999

gifts made January 1, 2017 — November 17, 2017

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gifts made January 1, 2017 — November 17, 2017

D O N O R S

Founder's ClubGifts of $150 to $449

Christine C. Murray Neighborhood Ford Store Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Norton Paul Palguta Jeffrey J. Petrell Pittsburgh Marriott North Planet Mart Provident Agency Inc. Dr. and Mrs. Gary Reck Mr. and Mrs. Todd Rossman Nancy L. Santory Schindler Elevator Corp. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Schuler Rose Schultheis Ron A. Smith Judith L. Spreng Martha TaylorThe Jack Buncher Family Foundation Tucker Arensberg P.C. Mr. and Mrs. James D. Turco UPMC Center for Rehab Services Up N Running J.D. van Buskirk Vitti & Vitti Associates P.C. Wal Mart Giving Jeannette L. Weleski Paul Welty Belinda D. Wilker Tim Wilkerson Anthony Wint Karyn Zunich

Ameritas Life Insurance Corp. Mr. and Mrs. John Anania Mr. and Mrs. Richard Andrus Anonymous Mahogany Armstrong Donald L. Balla Jr. Keith Belden Mr. and Mrs. David J. Berardinelli Doris Blair James Blurton Mr. and Mrs. H. Gary Bogart Janice Bollman Trout

Michael Garczynski Travis Garner Gateway Penn Financial Service George A. Pegher Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Geyer Patty Ann Geyer Glass Box Group LLC Steven R. Glenn Christina Glover Keith Goldner Mr. and Mrs. Charles T. Greback Mike Green Marian Gregory Lillian Grindle H. P. Starr Lumber Co. LLC Sue Hasley Tanika Hassan Susan Hawkins Mr. and Mrs. Donald T. Hersh HM Design Mr. and Mrs. Brian Hobaugh Hodges Rash Company Loid Hogan Kimberly R. Horton Hovis Auto and Truck Supply Howard Hanna Nancy A. Huckestein Frederick Ihlo Gregory Ingram J.A. Sauer Heating & Air Conditioning Co. Tonya James Shelly Jenkins Brett Johnson Michael Johnson Etiffany Jones Reginald Jones Kellie Kelly Michon M. Kerlin Ketchell Jewelers Keystone Turf Products Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Kondrich Kramer Fiduciary Services Deborah Krause Nancy Kuhns Laborers’ District Council of Western PA Kendra Lawson Scott Leah

Shandeidra Bonds Angela L. Borgo Caroline Bosland Judith Boyle Breakneck Beagle Club Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Brooks Makaiya Brown Betty Bryant Barbara Burford Caputo & Caputo P.C. Richard Casale Antoine Chammas David Cherry Mr. and Mrs. Waiman Cheung Jennifer L. Christensen Madge E. Clayton Valentine Cleare Vernon Clemons Club Julian 24 Hour Fitness Claire Clyde Community Management Group Inc. Joel Compeggie Conley Resort & Golf Club Continental Health Equipment Inc. Coraopolis Light Metal Inc. Gay Corey Clifford Crighton Robert Crnjarich Crop Production Services Tarshell Cummings David Cyphers Albert Dalessandro Mary E. Davenport Melanie Davis Ellison L. Davison Joseph Decker Maria Ferrer Diaz Laura Dunn Attorney Hal English Mr. and Mrs. William Ewart ExecuCar/SuperShuttle Mr. and Mrs. Karl Feitl Heather Fennell First American Title Insurance Company James Foley Mr. and Mrs. William Franz Alfred Garcia

Sarah Lehew Bonnie L. Lehman Leonard Crawford Heating & AC Linda Hall’s Turkish Bazaar LuLaRoe by Amy Marc USA Master Machine & Manufacturing Inc. McClymonds Supply Glenn McEvoy Mr. and Mrs. William McIlroy Janice L. McKinney Vicky L. McKinney Tina Messing Mr. and Mrs. Kirk Metzger Karlin Miller Minuteman Press Allison Park Barbara Moeller Anne W. Nelson Terry Nicola North Pittsburgh Drywall Company Inc. Nuttall Golf Cars Inc. Rosanne Nwranski O’Brien, Rulis & Bochicchio LLC Susan L. Owens Daria Palaschak Paparazzi Jewelry and Accessories Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pasko Judge Paula Patrick Paytime Inc. Pennys From Heaven Penstan Supply Co. Joan Peterson Marla Phipps Maria Pirro Wilhelmena Priest Print King R. L. Swearer Co. Inc. Robert F. Ranallo Dr. Marydonna Ravasio Mr. and Mrs. Dean Reynolds Jacqueline Rizzo Gloria Moser Rogers Mr. and Mrs. J. Chris Rudolph S&S Processing Inc. Marc Sachs James Satriano Mr. and Mrs. Robert Sauers

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Kareem Ali Anonymous Christell Ayers Conner A. Barrett Charles Bens Jr. Judy Berglass Norman J. Birch Myeisha Blige Ruthanne Bluemling Mr. and Mrs. Richard Briggs Dr. and Mrs. Reynolds B. Brissenden III Janet Brody John Brouse Alexander T. Brown Shelby Brown Laura Bryan Denise Capurso Mr. and Mrs. Raymond B. Carter Destiny Center Lisa Chichester Mr. and Mrs. Eric Cullen Illysse Daniels Joyce DeBlasio Mr. and Mrs. Guy Dille John C. Downey Patrick Doyle Regis Durmis E.H. Griffith Inc. Marion Francis John Friel General Window Cleaning Inc. Carole Giligan Michelle Giobbi Paul Gitnik Cheri Gmiter Jeanine Gravatt Suzanne Graziano Charlissa Green Gary Groom Nicole Haberman Elaine Hague Marva Hall Dana Hammond Hampton Technical Associates, Inc.

Brad Harris Harris Masonry Inc. Melody Harris Mr. and Mrs. Steven Hawbaker Bill Hayes Dennis Herbenick Victoria Hinterberger Michael A. Hutchinson Lakecia Jackson Janis Johnson Keisha Johnson Louis Johnson Marie Johnson Jennifer Jordan Karen Juliano Sally Kinney Joyce Kirkbride Mr. and Mrs. James R. Klein Lois Klinar William J. Knox Mr. and Mrs. Robert Kostial Marie E. Kraig Jennifer Kranik Elizabeth Kruger Sally Lingenfelter Paul London Mr. and Mrs. Bill Macy Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Maida Megan Martin Darlene Martino Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. McCartney Rita McClaine Christopher P. McClure Michael Medjimorec Robert C. Meisel April Merriman Jolene Miller Darren Moore Amy Moretti Loraine Murphey Cornelius F. Murphy Jr. Susan Murray Michele Mushinsky Sarah Jane Naylor David Nelson Marla Nestel PA Institute of Certified Public Accountants Philomena M. Panzak

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Century ClubGifts of $100 to $149

gifts made January 1, 2017 — November 17, 2017

D O N O R S

Lacy Scheiman Scherer Lock & Supply Katherine Schneider Matt Schraf Mr. and Mrs. Howard Seamens Jeremy Small Winfield S. Smathers Genelle Smith Michele R. Snyder Sound Ideas Media LLC Southwest Subway Inc. Barbara Spithaler St. Barnabas Medical Center Diane Stevens Scott Stone Ann Stranahan Dr. Jason Strcula and Dr. Juliette Murcko Dolores Strunk Suncrest Golf Course Jenee Taylor Laquell Taylor The Benevity Community Impact Fund The Hite Company The Office of State Representative Mike Turzai The Olive Tap Jakesha Thompson Gloria Uhlig Vogel Disposal Service Tammy Voke Grace Wargo Indya Warr Marcia A. Watson Patrice Watts Jo Ann Wenzel John West Whiteacre Greer Company Inc. Jennifer T. Williams Cherisse Willis Proctor Dina Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Richard H. Wolf James Yannuzzi Lisa Zierden

Catrina Patton Irene Payne John Pepmeyer Debra Platek Roseann Platt Jean Pletcher Mr. and Mrs. Mark Provenzano Leonard Rausch Maricris Regino Cristina Rice Mr. and Mrs. Richard B. Righter Jill Risser Victoria Salcido Melissa Schaeffer Madeline Schildwachter Lucille Schofield Tiana Shackelford Troy Shattuck Eli Shorak Janet and Mark Shozda Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Sippel Cynthia Skutt Janet Sligh Albert Smith Mr. and Mrs. Jay Sommariva Shawn Spithaler Dorothy Spratlin Deborah Steigerwald The Dental Group at St. Barnabas Betty J. Thomson Trivium Academy of NJ Michael J. Tulley Jr. Jeannine Tupper Frank Valenta Renee Vandenberghe Marsha Varavette Andrea Vaughan Brady Walker Marie Walls Wayne Ward Susan Webb C. Terrell Wheat Lou Ann White Gwenn C. Whiteford Mr. and Mrs. James R. Willochell Beatrice J. Wilson Pamela Witas Mark Witouski Donna Wyeth

Founder's Club (cont'd)Gifts of $150 to $449

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December, 2017

Dear Friends,

Your Support Is Changing Lives!

You are so very important. You have a giving spirit and have continuously helped those in need and

who are less fortunate.

We are thankful for you! You can continue to make a difference in the lives of the patients and residents

of St. Barnabas with a donation today. Plus, your support is tax-deductible! You will feel good knowing

that your donation to the St. Barnabas Free Care Fund will provide a safe, secure and warm home. In

addition, you will provide for much needed medical treatment including:

• Physical and rehabilitation therapy

• Nutritional meals and recreational activities

• Specialized medicines

• Cognitive brain health programs and

• Skilled nursing care

Earn a Tax Benefit for 2017 — and Donate Today!

To donate today visit www.StBarnabasHealthSystem.com and click on ‘Donate Now’ or complete and

return the enclosed reply card.

Legacy Gifts also present an opportunity for you, the Donor, to receive benefits and can be used to create

a recurring donation for many years to come. Gift Annuities, Remainder Trusts and Life Insurance are a

few examples. To learn more about the benefits of Legacy Gifts please call us at 724-625-3770.

Thank you for joining us in our mission to honor and care for the great men and women who call

St. Barnabas home…they are our heroes!

With sincere gratitude,

JD Turco

President, St. Barnabas Charities

PS: Did you know that a recurring donation of $100 a month could earn you a $350 tax benefit?

Donations must be received by December 31, 2017 to earn tax benefits for this year.

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