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of 2020 and 2021. This year’s theme
the 2022 edition of our annual tabloid.
is Celebrate Denton - A Tribute to
Every year this document celebrates the
Denton Heroes! All kinds of personal
people of our community and this year
and community heroes will be honored,
continues that great tradition! These past
whether they are military heroes, teachers,
two years have been challenging for so
first responders, or have two legs or four!
many. The needs in our community continue to grow and our
As we wrap up our 49th year, I
members have risen to the
am honored to report that
challenge. Thousands
Denton Benefit League
of hours have been
has given out over
spent volunteering
$6.2 million in grants
with local nonprofit
to local nonprofits!
organizations.
This would not be possible without
We held our second
the support of our
annual Sip N’ Shop in
amazing underwriters,
November at the Monroe
our members, and the
Pearson Event Center. This
Denton community.
event featured local artists, bakers, crafters, and more. Guests were able to do
The Denton community is strong, resilient,
their holiday shopping early while enjoying
and awe inspiring. I am so grateful to
fabulous music and raffle items provided by
Denton Benefit League for allowing me the
our vendors.
opportunity to serve this year as president. I am so grateful to my wonderful husband,
Our annual charity ball will be held this
Clay, and our two amazing children, Taylor
spring at the newly remodeled TWU’s
and Kenzie, for their support this past year.
Hubbard Hall. This event has been held annually since 1973 with the exception
With Gratitude!
Caring • Helping • Giving Denton Benefit League was founded 49 years ago by a group of outstanding and caring ladies who wanted to make the Denton County community a better place to live and work. What started out as a small group of women has grown to over 237 members, all of whom are active volunteers in local organizations. Collectively, the members volunteer thousands of hours each year throughout the community.
Caryn Riggs Denton Benefit League President
TA B L E O F CO N T E N T S President’s Message . . . . . . . 3 Underwriters . . . . . . . . 38-39 Hero Stories . . . . . . . . . 55-57 DBL Grant Recipients . . . 58-62 DBL Committees . . . . . . 63-71 In Remembrance . . . . . . . . 71 DBL Members . . . . . . . . . 72 DBL Photographers . . . . . . 73 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Our Mission The mission of this organization shall be to raise funds for local philanthropic purposes and to promote volunteerism in the community. This organization shall be nonpolitical, nonsectarian, and nonprofit in all of its policies and activities. Visit www.DentonBenefitLeague.org for more details.
Denton Benefit League Tabloid is Published by Murray Media Group. Murray-Media.com
DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE
Denton Benefit League is proud to present
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FROM THE PRESIDENT
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Glen McKenzie, chief executive officer, and Melanie Vest, president, applaud the valuable work and generous contributions of Denton Benefit League.
J AC K I E & G R E G J AC K S O N
Jackie and Greg Jackson are always happy to spend time with grandsons Eli and Owen and granddaughters Emilie and Alexis. The Jackson family is proud to salute DBL’s many years of good work in our community.
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IMPRESS GR APHICS
IMPress Graphics appreciates the work of Health Ser vices of Nor th Texas as they ser ved 16,583 patients in 2021. Pictured are Doreen Rue, Pam Barnes, and Teri Johnson celebrating the recognition of Pam Barnes, CFO, for her par t in helping to create a sustainable nonprofit healthcare organization.
F I S H E R 59 - D E N TO N
The Fisher59 team is proud to ser ve the communities that have suppor ted our brands since 1959.
6 DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE A L AG O O D C A R T W R I G H T B U R K E P C
The attorneys and staff at Alagood Car twright Burke thank Denton Benefit League for its contributions to our community. Keep up the good work!
FIRST UNITED BANK & TRUST
We are excited for 2022; we want to thank our First United Bank Denton teams for their hard work and dedication. Success is the ability to live your life the way you want to live it. We invite you to live life the First United Way, “Spend Life Wisely."
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ALLISON ENGINEERING
Allison Engineering Group is proud to suppor t Denton Benefit League. Here are some of our future DBL members and suppor ters!
T H E H O N O R A B L E A N DY E A D S
M C N E I L L' S A P P L I A N C E
The Eads family - Andy, Ginger, Everett, Addison, and Caroline.
Introducing Camden Leighann Hale, the newest addition to our family. Great-granddaughter of the late Virginia McNeill.
8 DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE A M E R I C A N N AT I O N A L B A N K & T R U S T
American National Bank & Trust is proud to suppor t DBL!
LY N N E B A R G A , P H D, C O N S U LT I N G
A DA M S E X T E R M I N AT I N G C O M PA N Y I N C .
Turn transitions into triumphs using your strengths, in the tradition of DBL.
Spunky and Cher yl Adams, along with their eight grandchildren, are proud to suppor t DBL.
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THE M GROUP
Bill Merritt and other members of The M Group would like to thank DBL for its commitment to our community and for another great year of helping people! A special thanks goes to Bill’s sister, Melinda Merritt King, who is a third generation DBL member and past president.
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Congratulations to Denton Benefit League on another successful year. Kelly Selby, Nancy Selby, Erin Broadhead, Bren Broadhead, Emily Selby.
ACCESSBANK TEX AS
Your AccessBank Texas team is proud to suppor t all the effor ts of Denton Benefit League and the charitable organizations they award.
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G O O D S A M A R I TA N S O C I E T Y - D E N TO N C O M M U N I T I E S
Thank you Denton Benefit League for providing golf car ts for our expansive Lake Forest Village community, allowing us to ser ve existing residents and tour future residents. Wayne Goin, maintenance; Freddie Mar tinez, senior director; Janet Sever Hull, senior living manager; Jerr y Statham, maintenance super visor.
P H I L G A L L I VA N
SUZANNE FICKEY
In memor y of Diane Gallivan, 194 4-2020.
Zachar y and Julia are Sue’s adorable grandchildren. Sue proudly suppor ts Denton Benefit League.
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(Top) Adelynn, daughter of Mike and Robin Dixon, is excited to represent Merki & Associates. (Bottom) Daniel and Viviana, children of Misael and Anabel Tamayo, are excited to represent Merki & Associates.
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G UA R A N T Y B A N K & T R U S T
Guaranty Bank & Trust's experienced team of bankers proudly suppor ts the work of Denton Benefit League. (front) Jeremy Fykes, Debbie Irby-Rhoads, (back) Kathy Kelly, Brayden Ruthar t, Michele Barber, Matt Sharp, and Jason Stewar t.
DEHART CHIROPR AC TIC
The grandchildren of Blake and Sue Nelle DeHar t, Hayden Hurst is a junior at Oklahoma State University and Haleigh Hurst is a freshman at the University of Oklahoma. Blake DeHar t is in middle school and still has time to decide. . . .
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Walker Houdek, son of Amy and Scott Houdek, will graduate from Jesuit College Preparator y School of Dallas this spring. While in high school, Walker played football and baseball and actively ser ved in YMSL and Watermark Community Church. Walker is thankful for his Denton roots.
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B U S BY/ H O U D E K
Allan Busby, son of Kelli and Aaron Busby, will graduate from Lewisville High School this spring. During his time at LHS, Allan was a varsity swimmer and member of the cheer squad, and is currently pursuing his Eagle Scout rank.
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K Y L E N AY FA
The Gregor y and Richter families are thankful for the impor tant work of DBL in the Denton community.
Kyle congratulates DBL for another successful year.
A L Z H E I M E R ' S A S S O C I AT I O N
#ENDAL Z One in three seniors is impacted by Alzheimer’s and dementia, and we are proud to par tner alongside the many organizations ser ving Denton County to provide education and suppor t to area families.
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Proudly honors these 2021 distinguished employees. Employee of the Year
Lisa Benton Non Clinical Employees
Joe Schindler
Jameel Connelly
Samantha Oliver
Tisha Dill
Clinical Employees
Amber Harrison
Lisa Benton
Will Jones
Brad Reilly
Michelle Murray
Amy Cukr
Leaders
Jessica Milne
Camille Torralba
TEXAS HEALTH PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL DENTON As we recognize and honor our 2021 employees for their dedication and commitment to improving the health of the people in the communities we serve, we also admire Denton Benefit League for their ongoing commitment to the Denton community. (Photos courtesy of Tom Judd Photography) T E X A S H E A LT H P R E S B Y T E R I A N H O S P I TA L - D E N T O N
DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE
Texas Health Denton
18 DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE BILL DEBERRY FUNER AL DIREC TORS
Andrew, Bill, and Justin DeBerr y at Bill DeBerr y Funeral Directors proudly suppor t Denton Benefit League.
AT H LO N A DV I S O R S
Stocker Woods Financial is now Athlon Advisors! Athlon Managing Par tner Mike Woods and wife Dorothy celebrated Megan’s graduation with her bachelor’s degree in Personal Financial Planning from Texas Tech in December 2021. Rachel will graduate from Guyer High School in May.
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D I A N A & PAU L D U N K L AU
The Ser vis-Dunklau family wishes DBL another wonder ful year. Diana, Paul, Noah, Amanda, Tate, Devin, and Mandalynn.
M I N O R & J E S T E R , P. C .
Minor & Jester, P.C., proudly suppor ts Denton Benefit League. Pictured are attorney Chis Henr y with wife Meghan, daughter (and future DBL member), Olivia, and son, Liam. Attorneys not pictured: Jill Jester and Dianne Landr y.
20 DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE LISA & GLÊNISSON DE OLIVEIR A
T H E N U S B AU M G R O U P
The de Oliveira family commends DBL for accomplishing its mission of caring. Jude 1:22 "And of some have compassion, making a difference."
Stacey and Walter Nusbaum enjoy providing leadership development and executive coaching and suppor ting Denton Benefit League.
GOHLKE POOLS
VICKI & BR AD OLSON
Gohlke Pools and its staff suppor t DBL.
Granddaughters of Vicki and Brad Olson, Sarah, Rachel, and Lucy, congratulate DBL on all they do for the community. The girls love visiting Denton!
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K AT R I N I A M C B R I D E , D D S , F A G D
The McBride family would like to thank DBL for its hard work in the Denton community.
UNLIMITED CARE OF NORTH TEX AS
Owners Linda and Randy DeGraffenreid treasure the time spent with family. (Left) Daughter Natalie Teague, APRN FNP-BC, her husband Cor y, and their newest grandchildren, Brett Hagen and Scarlett Reid Teague. (Right) Grandson Ryder Payne Wilkerson, son Rev. Brad Wilkerson and his wife Sarah, and granddaughter Haley Elizabeth Wilkerson. The DeGraffenreid family appreciates the valuable work of Denton Benefit League.
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Law firm members Regan Donnenfield, Jonathan Bailey, Sean Abeyta, Charla Bradshaw, James Logue, and Sarah Car y thank DBL for suppor ting the Denton community.
J A N E T & J O H N S H E LTO N
DENTON DODGE MA ZDA
Asa Hampton, along with his grandparents, John and Janet Shelton, and parents, Drake and Emily Hampton, appreciate the good works done by DBL.
Kris and Lauren Johnson, daughter and son-in-law of Karen and Rick Wick, with grandsons Henr y and Sammy Johnson.
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D E M E N T I A F R I E N D LY D E N TO N C O U N T Y
C AT H Y B RYC E & J AC K AT K I N S
We will be as successful as DBL in helping Denton become a better place to live for those suffering with dementia and Alzheimer's.
Cathy Br yce, Jack Atkins, and their grandchildren congratulate Denton Benefit League on another great year of ser vice to the Denton community.
POINTBANK
PointBank President Ray David announces the nuptials of his daughter, Rachel David, to Matthew Wilson, on September 24th, 2021. We wish them a lifetime of happiness and love. Mattie, Belle, Liam, and Teddy Phillips; Heidi and Ray David; Rachel and Matthew Wilson; Raymond and Ann David; Linda and Bill Brady.
24 DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE CARMEN & VIRGIL STR ANGE
Thank you Denton Benefit League for the suppor t given to our Denton community through volunteering and fundraising. The pandemic made the last two years challenging but DBL members persevered to both give and suppor t. Carmen is proud to be a par t of this group of caring women.
S H E R RY & L . D E E S H I P M A N
N O R T H T E X A S C E LT I C F U T B O L C LU B
Sherr y and L. Dee appreciate DBL members for having such big hear ts for ser vice to the community.
NT X Celtic Futbol proudly suppor ts the Denton Benefit League. We are so appreciative of all their work they do for our community!
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THE VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION OF TEX AS
The VNA congratulates DBL for another great year of ser vice to the Denton community.
INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL
Independent Financial is proud to suppor t Denton Benefit League. (Front) Megan Poeschl, Elizabeth Reeves; (back) Tracey Long.
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J U N E B E R RY
The quilt is a work in progress by Stepping Stones, an activity peer suppor t program for persons with dementia and their care par tners.
Emalyn Grace, daughter of Erin and Eric Trahan, granddaughter of Phyllis and Bob Eames, and greatgranddaughter of June and the late Wilkes Berr y.
M E A D O R ’ S N U R S E RY
K I M B E R LY K A R L & S TA N H A D D O C K
Think outside the boxwood this spring. The Meador's crew appreciates DBL and its work in our community.
Kimberly and Stan applaud the wonder ful contribution that Theatre Denton adds to the ar ts in our community.
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L I N DA & J I M M C N AT T
DA R L E N E & M I C H A E L W H I T T E N
This tabby cat and many other kitties, as well as delightful dogs, are at the Linda McNatt Care and Adoption Center looking for loving homes.
Leila (10), Tyler (16), and Hudson (13) Whitten, grandchildren of Michael and Darlene Whitten, promote Denton’s ar t scenes.
EDENE & CHARLES RIGGS
Madison, Grayson, and Luna Riggs are proud of their Aunt Car yn, president of DBL this year. They are the children of Chris and Sarah and the grandchildren of Edene and Charles Riggs.
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PIONEERS SERVING DENTON We applaud the Denton Benefit League for its contributions to our community. TE X A S WOMAN ' S UNIVERSIT Y
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S E R V E D E N TO N
D I A N E D U N C A N M AY E R
Ser ve Denton par tners with nonprofits to help make their ser vices more accessible to people in need. Our wonder ful staff makes it happen.
Mr. and Mrs. John Mayer celebrate the marriage of their daughter, Madeline Mayer, and Nathan Blue.
R E I D H E AT I N G & A I R
Granddaughter Scarlett Reid Teague, son-in-law Cor y Teague, daughter Natalie Teague, APRN FNP-BC, and newest grandson Brett Hagen Teague, Randy and Linda DeGraffenreid, Suri, granddaughter Haley Elizabeth Wilkerson, and her fiancé Levi Cox, daughter-in-law Sarah Wilkerson, son Rev. Brad Wilkerson, grandson Ryder Payne Wilkerson and his fiancé Lauren Tucker.
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T H E L AW O F F I C E O F G I N A E L L E N B R O C K
Introducing. . . Archer Geister with big brothers, Baker and Major. These boys bring their Pippa and Poppa so much joy!
Congratulations to Maddy Hill, daughter of DBL member Gina Brock. Maddy is graduating from Aubrey High School, class of 2022.
K I R K PAT R I C K A R C H I T E C T U R E S T U D I O
Kirkpatrick Architecture Studio and their staff salute Denton Benefit League on another successful year.
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R E B E C C A J AC K S O N
NORMAN J. POMER ANCE, DDS
Audrey and Emily Lamb, nieces of DBL member Rebecca Jackson, love living in a community that suppor ts our local nonprofit organizations.
Norm and Dana compliment DBL on its continued accomplishments within the community.
J T C LOT H I E R S
Celebrating the season and the great work of DBL. Brody, a 2021 recipient of his Eagle Scout award, and Skylar, a May '22 graduate of Auburn University, are the children of Jimmy Tritt and grandchildren of Nancy and James Tritt.
32 DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE M A R G A R E T B . ( S A M ) B AY S & J A M E S C . B AY S
Sam and Jim Bays want to thank the Medical City Denton's entire staff and Denton's EMS team for their excellent and compassionate care! Nurses: Mildred Reedy, Maria Robles, and Chantal Gonzalez. EMS Team: Michael Thomas and Mark Hall.
SHARON HARRIS DR APER
Sharon honors the Denton Animal Suppor t Foundation’s Endowment Committee for raising funds to help so many Denton animals in need. (Front) Dr. Jerr y and Shirley Watson, Bette and Bob Sherman; (Middle) Keith Henderson, Rosemar y Grose, Sharon Harris, Blanton Stogdill; (Back) Kiara Hunter, Thomas Muir.
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LU X C H I R O P R AC T I C , PA
Dr. Andy, Melissa, Austin, Ben, and Christian Lux thank DBL for being the SPINE of Denton! (Back row, left to right, clockwise).
B E T H & B I L L PAT T E R S O N , D E N TO N M E D I A C O M PA N Y
Georgia and Mollie Springer, granddaughters of Beth and Bill Patterson, celebrate the success of Denton Benefit League.
STEVE'S WINE BAR
Steve and Karen Severance and the staff at Steve’s Wine Bar proudly join the community in honoring Denton Benefit League. We look for ward to par tnering with DBL and its friends to bring to fruition the vital work they do in our community.
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Here's to you, Denton!
F R A Z I E R C O M M E R C I A L R E A L E S TAT E
Presley Frazier, the first granddaughter, is all smiles when she suppor ts Denton Benefit League! Our entire team at Frazier Commercial Real Estate is proud of the hard work done by DBL.
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F R E N C H Y ' S L A W N & T R E E S E R V I C E , T E R I & F R E N C H Y R H E A U LT
Frenchy and Teri and their fabulous poodles, Rose, Jasmine, Chewy, Mr. Sunshine, and Zoe, thank DBL for ever ything they have done for the community. We wish DBL success on their future committment to Denton. Frenchy is celebrating his 75th bir thday this year.
36 DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE M AY O R G E R A R D H U D S P E T H & F A M I LY
We are grateful for the suppor t DBL provides the Denton community. Gratefully, Mayor Gerard Hudspeth and family. Alice (Daughter 11), Gerard (Dad), Olalla (O-Lie-Ya - Daughter 5), Diane (Mom) Hudspeth.
VICKI & MIKE SMITH
The family of Mike and Vicki Smith salute Denton Benefit League for their amazing work in the community. Jared and Emily Smith, Melody Collins, Jerr y Collins, Vicki and Mike Smith, Chelsea and Ty Muse, and grandchildren, Evan, Logan, and Connor.
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R O B , K I M , & E V E LY N S E AY
Rob, Kim, and Evelyn Seay proudly suppor t the UNT PUSH and T WU Frontiers programs! The PUSH and Frontiers programs provide a structured, campus-wide network of suppor t to assist students with personal experience in foster care who are enrolled at our local universities.
D O N N A & L AU R E N C E M C C L E N D O N
C ARRIE & LEE L ANGFORD
Camden and Karsyn Kelso, children of Alyssa and Brendon Kelso, and grandchildren of Laurence and Donna McClendon.
Congratulations to Guyer HS grad, Br ynn Langford! You’re going to smash it at Tech! Our love for you is unyielding!
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Denton Benefit League UNDERWRITERS 2022
DIAMOND DATCU Independent Financial
Newman Foundation
J. T. Clothiers – Nancy & James Tritt
VERUS Commercial
GOLD Allison Engineering Group American National Bank & Trust Athlon Advisors
Diana and Paul Dunklau
North Texas Bells
First State Bank
John O'Donnell
First United Bank & Trust
Peterbilt Motors
IMPress Graphics
Edene & Charles Riggs
Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors
Rebecca Jackson
Carmen & Virgil Strange
Jagoe-Public Company
The Crouch Group
James Wood AutoPark
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital - Denton
Sharon Harris Draper
Melinda & James King – Red Door Operations
University of North Texas - Office of the President
S I LV E R Applejacks Liquors
Guaranty Bank & Trust
Baker Tankhead, Inc.
Jackie & Greg Jackson
Cathy Bryce & Jack Atkins
Key Custom Homes
Denton Dodge Mazda
Vicki & Brad Olson
Denton Media Company / Denton Record-Chronicle
PointBank
Fisher59, LLC
Caryn & Clay Riggs
Chef Morris Salerno, BISTECCA - An Italian Steakhouse Texas Woman's University Chancellor and President WinMore Marketing Advisors / Hill International
Margaret B. (Sam) & James C. Bays Laura & Layne Brewer Congressman Michael C. Burgess, M.D. Lynne & Steve Edgar Elizabeth & Reid Ferring
Laura & Bobby Gentry
Kathy & Charlie Parker
Gail & Finley Graves
Linda Phelps
Marshall Precision Machining, Inc.
Drs. Patti Richard & John Booth
Medical City Denton
Carol & David Rowley
Merki & Associates, P.C.
Sawko & Burroughs, P.C.
Minor Emergency of Denton
Southern Stretch Forming Pam & David Arthur
North Texas Wings
SPECIAL FRIENDS The James T. Addington Family Julie & David Anderson Shelley & Dean Anthony Roni Beasley June M. Berry Law Office of Gina Ellen Brock Shannon & R.G. Bryan of Roy G. Bryan, C.P.A. Linda & Larry Burton Carrico & Associates Realtors Kim & Charlie Collins Deborah Cottle Delva & Marc Culp Dr. Glênisson & Lisa de Oliveira Patrice & Jack Frisby Martha & Carroll Goen
Hayes, Berry, White & Vanzant, L.L.P. Sybil & Don Hickey
Norman J. Pomerance, DDS Mia & David Price Helene & Kent Ramey
Sylvia & Jim Hobdy
Ryann Reid
Pete Kamp & David Gosdin
Carol & Wayne Rogers
Kimberly Karl
Sonja Rogers
& Stanley Haddock KoonsFuller Family Law The Lacey Foundation Olivia & J. Bryan Lilley Mary Ann McDuff Linda & Jim McNatt
Dr. Jean B. Schaake Teri & Dick Smith Kayla Swenson UNT Athletics Debbie & David Vanderlaan Vickie Watson, C.P.A.
Paul Meltzer
Chris Watts
Minor & Jester, P.C.
Wendy's of Denton
Nancy Murphy-Chadwick
Virginia & W.E. "Ed" Williams, Jr. Williams & Williams, REALTORS, Inc.
& Douglas Chadwick Murray Media -
Sheryl Goodson
Kelly & Scott Murray
Melanie & Jamie Wilson
Delaney & Mike Gregory
Kyle Nayfa
Terri Wood
Ball Raffle item donated by Nasr Jewelers.
DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE
Krystal & Juan Alvarado
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AccessBank Texas
BRONZE
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One of the favorite events for Denton area residents is the Ar ts and Jazz Festival – one of many things that make Denton special! This year’s festival will be held October 7-9, 2022.
V E LO C I T Y P H Y S I C A L T H E R A P Y
L A N E R E A L E S TAT E
Velocity Physical Therapy applauds DBL. Saige and Maylin Soell are daughters of Doug and Maegan Soell.
Eddie Lane and his grandchildren Maylin and Saige Soell, Hutch, Bose, Penny, and Tobin Lane.
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S C OT T B R O W N G R O U P
Shari and Scott Brown enjoy spending time with their growing family. Bailee and Page with daughters Reagan and Leighton. Garret and Kristin Ashwor th with Blakely and Bentley, and Rylee and Kelly with son, Everest.
RUTH'S ROOM
Thank you to Frenchy for keeping the spaces around Ruth's Room so beautiful. The volunteers and staff are grateful!
C H E F M O R R I S S A L E R N O , B I S T E C C A , A N I TA L I A N R E S TA U R A N T
Chef Morris Salerno raises a glass to DBL and all who ser ve the Denton community.
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The Leadership Denton 37 ser vice project for this year included painting this beautiful mural representing Denton. It can be found on the west side of the Embassy Suites.
T H E E A S T OA K FA M I LY
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C A RY N & C L AY R I G G S
P R O P E R T Y S E A R C H A S S O C I AT E S
Kenzie, Car yn, Clay, and Taylor Riggs salute Denton Benefit League on suppor ting the Denton community.
The Bomar family is DBL proud and suppor ts another year of amazing work!
PAT & J U D S H E R M A N
W I L L I A M S & W I L L I A M S R E A LTO R S
The Shermans' favorite times are when their grandchildren visit from Albuquerque and Frisco.
Grandsons, Knox Williams and W.E. "Cor t" Williams, IV, are at the top of the listings of Virginia and W.E. "Ed" Williams, Jr.
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DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE
Recipients of the UNT Brand Ambassador Award demonstrate attributes embodying the UNT brand promise of being a caring and creative community that empowers our students to thrive.
UNIVERSIT Y OF NORTH TE X AS - OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
Nicole Trower, Transpor tation Ser vices customer ser vice lead; Meagan Rodriguez, UNT Police dispatcher, and President Neal Smatresk; Melissa McGuire, associate vice president for student affairs; Marissa Zorola, merchandising instructor; Facilities ground team; Neely Shirey, Facilities senior project manager.
PAT R I C E & J AC K F R I S B Y
Frisby graduates of Denton High School are Jack 1970, Jim 1972, Joseph 2018, Julie 20 01, and Jud 20 05. Jimmy Frisby, father of Jack and Jim, was also a DHS graduate, class of 1935. Thanks for the memories, DHS!
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Kristie Brooks - Owner
Angela Grimaldo - Nurse Practitioner
N T X A E S T H E T I C S M E D I C A L S PA
Kristie Brooks and our entire team are excited to be of ser vice to DBL and the Denton community!
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A P P L E J AC K S L I Q U O R S
Congratulations to Savannah Ferguson and JonAustin Warren on their engagement! We love both of you ver y much! Rob, Carolyn, and Faith.
Kevin Sanders and his granddaughter, Caroline Ruth Baker, suppor t Denton Benefit League.
M E L I N DA & J A M E S K I N G - R E D D O O R O P E R AT I O N S
(Left) Grandparents, Melinda and James King, and great-grandmother, Nancy King, are happy to introduce the newest family addition, Merce King Richardson. Lindsay and Kevin are Merce's parents. (Right) Congratulations to DHS senior, Matthew Merritt Warnock. He is loved by many DBL ladies: Mom, Melinda King, and grandmothers, Nancy King, Ann Merritt, and Marcia Merritt.
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RUTH'S ROOM
A hear tfelt thank you from Ruth’s Room to those who made the dream of purchasing our building a reality! -Bunny Hodges
48 DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE NORTH TE X A S BELL S/NORTH TE X A S WINGS
The executives and directors of the Nor th Texas Family celebrated 10 years in business in 2021 and would like to congratulate DBL on the amazing work they do in the Nor th Texas community.
S M I T T Y ' S F LO O R C OV E R I N G
Celebrating our father, "Smitty," on his 90th bir thday. We love you, Dad!
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Jennifer and Bill Cheek and their family wish DBL the best in 2022! Mallor y, Colbie, and Lane Dillon; Jennifer and Bill Cheek; (back) Logan Chavez, Casie Cheek, Trannon Cheek.
JOHN O'DONNELL
John appreciates all that DBL grant recipient Ser ve Denton does for the Denton community. The photograph of the board of directors is by Ian Harber, communications director, Ser ve Denton.
50 DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE THE CROUCH GROUP
The Crouch Group is happy to suppor t DBL grant recipient Cumberland Youth and Family Ser vices and their mission to provide hope and healing to vulnerable children and families.
J A M E S W O O D AU TO PA R K
Denny Aldridge and his family celebrate the great work of DBL within our community. James Wood Autopark has been a long-time suppor ter of DBL and its grant recipients. Photography by Por traits by Renitta.
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Vicki salutes the work of Denton Benefit League and how it ser ves those with the greatest needs in our community.
B R I N DA H AC K L E R
Alexander, Brinda, Haley, and Jerr y Hackler suppor t the endeavors of DBL for the communities in Denton county.
R O B , K I M , & E V E LY N S E AY
The board of directors of Children’s Advocacy Center of Nor th Texas cuts the ribbon on the newly completed flagship office to ser ve more children in our community. The board and staff wish to thank DBL for their ser vice and suppor t of child abuse victims.
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B A K E R TA N K H E A D, I N C .
Grandchildren of Cher yl and Kent Key. Presley, Mason, and Cooper Key.
Austin and Sherrie Baker congratulate their son, Aaron, on his engagement to his lovely fiance, Madison.
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PACCAR and Peterbilt Motor Company LIVE UNITED through their generosity to Denton County, sponsoring events like Peterbilt Class and Pride Parade, encouraging employees like Brian Danhoff (with wife Suzanne) to dance at the UNITED tribute, and their financial suppor t of our community. Thank you, Peterbilt!
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United Way of Denton County salutes DBL for its commitment to LIVE UNITED for our community. Our Executive Committee: Laura Behrens, Pat Sherman, Ellen M. Painter, Greg Sawko, Mar y Cur tis, Gar y Henderson, Micah Tanner y, Mike Thomson, Ann Pomykal, Sharon Garrett, Josh Ashford, Brandon McCleskey.
R U S S E L L WA L L AC E
Russell pays tribute to DBL grant recipient Hear ts for Homes as they celebrate 15 years of ser vice to the Denton community.
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GOODSON ENGINEERING
Kim and Charlie Collins are happy to announce the marriage of their daughter, Ashley, to Clayton Car ter!
Christian, son of Mark Goodson and Sher yl Goodson, will graduate from Texas A&M in May and commission as an officer in the Marine Corps.
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Congratulations to Caroline and Henr y Royse on their wedding. Caroline is the daughter of DBL past president, Sher yl Goodson.
Sergeant Major Bill Shoemaker My hero is my dad. He was raised on a farm near Winnsboro, Texas. Dad was drafted and following high school graduation, reported to basic training, declining a basketball scholarship. His unit became part of the occupational forces. Dad returned home in 1946, enlisted in the Army Reserves, and joined his brother’s accounting firm in Marshall, TX. In 1949, he joined the 49th Armored Division of the Army National Guard. The unit was mobilized for active duty during the Cuban Missile Crisis and spent time at Fort Polk. Dad served until his retirement in February 1987 – a total of 41.5 years. Dad served our church, First Baptist Marshall, as a deacon and church treasurer for several years. He was a Master Mason, a member of the Knights Templar, and a Shriner. Dad served the Marshall Lodge as Worshipful Master and served the district as District Deputy Grand Master. My parents were married almost 46 years when Dad passed in 1997. My dad was a good man who loved his Lord, loved his family, and was proud to serve his country. Honored by Patrice Frisby
Cory Allen Teague, Firefighter/Paramedic for the City of Southlake Cory is the husband of Natalie DeGraffenreid Teague, APRN, FNPBC, father of 22-month old, Scarlett Reid Teague, and new baby boy, Brett Hagen Teague. Cory has been a firefighter/paramedic for the Southlake Fire Department for the last 12 years. Cory and his family reside in Sanger, Texas. He is the son-in-law of Randy & Linda DeGraffenreid. We are extremely proud of Cory and all his accomplishments, especially during the COVID pandemic. Honored by Linda & Randy DeGraffenreid
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Katie McArtor Fullerton, 1906-2003
HONORING OUR HEROES
My hero is my mother, Katie McArtor Fullerton, who embraced the many changes that she experienced during a long and full life. As a young woman, she rode on horseback to teach in a one room school. Although she was tiny, she managed the students successfully although they had previously run off a male teacher. She married my father, Willard James Fullerton, in 1928 and they were full partners as they worked through the Great Depression to operate a dairy farm and rear four children. I was the last to arrive and was fortunate to experience my mother’s endless love and encouragement and her great enthusiasm for life. She volunteered for many good causes in her community and repeatedly chaired her church’s bazaar when she was in her eighties. She was a cancer survivor. The day I took her home from the hospital after surgery was primary election day. She insisted on going to vote before going home because “I’ve never missed an election in my life and I’m not going to start now!” Her dedication to her family and to her community and her positive attitude provide a shining example of a life well-lived. Honored by Rosemary Grose
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Graduated from high school in Honolulu, Hawaii. Served in the United States Air Force in Texas and Ankara, Turkey. Graduated from Oklahoma State University with associate degree in engineering technology, BS in mathematics, MS in natural science, and doctorate degree. Passed Professional Engineers Exam and received license. Taught 26 years at Oklahoma State and 10 years at UNT. Taught 2 years at Southern Colorado State University. Provided consulting for Phillips Petroleum in Oklahoma, IBM in Texas, World Bank in Algeria, Yemen, and Brazil. Served as Chairman of Board at Denton Chamber of Commerce. Served on the Planning and Zoning Commission. Served four years on City Council, two as Mayor Pro Tem. Served one term as Mayor of Denton. Served on the original board for Serve Denton. Great husband, dad, granddad, and friend to many.
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Honored by June McNeill and daughters Michelle Kitto and Tracy Bayliff
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Ted Blixt was a US Air Force veteran. He was an amazing and
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intelligent man who made a difference everywhere he went. After traveling the world as a quality control inspector, one of his professional accomplishments was tapping into a volcano for the steam to run a power plant in Indonesia. Ted was a lifetime member of Cleburne Elks Lodge #811, serving in all chairs including the Exalted Ruler or as he called it, the “Exhausted Rooster.” He also served as Master Mason (Scottish Rite) of Freemasonry, Ft. Worth Chapter, and at Glen Rose Blue Lodge. He belonged to American Legion (Austin), was an avid volunteer at Operation Blessing and at Alcoholics Anonymous in Cleburne. While in AA he changed many lives. He even saved a few who either tried to or were contemplating suicide. He blessed many people with his positive attitude, dedicated faith, contagious personality, and love for those around him. Ted left this earth on February 13, 2022. He left a hole bigger than most can fill; this world will never be the same!
Honored by Tanya & Joel Blixt
Wendy Noble and Carrie Powell Wendy Noble is the Street Outreach Specialist and Permanent Supportive Housing Case Manager with Giving Hope, Inc., where she has been fighting homelessness in Denton County since 2016. Wendy is from Dallas, where she spent almost two decades experiencing chronic homelessness and battling drug addiction. With close to eight years free from addiction, Wendy gives back to our community by sharing her story and empowers those who are still suffering. In 2020, Wendy was awarded Denton County's Frontline Service Provider Award for her work in the Street Outreach Program. Carrie Powell is the Street Outreach Coordinator for Giving Hope and is passionate about ending homelessness in Denton County. Carrie came to Denton in 1993 to attend TWU. She met her husband of 20 years and has one child. Carrie was the Women's Coordinator for local outreach at Vision Ministries for six years. She was integral to the founding of C7 Human Trafficking Coalition and served as chair and board member from 2016-2021. She started as a volunteer on the Street Outreach Program with Giving Hope in 2017 and was hired as staff in November of 2020. Both ladies travel to known encampments and other places where folks are living unsheltered. Honored by Tanya & Joel Blixt
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CONGRATULATIONS TO THESE 2022 DBL GRANT RECIPIENTS!
TWU'S FRONTIERS PROGRAM Nationally, less than 10% of students who have been in foster care graduate from a university, but with help from DBL, Texas Woman’s University is improving that statistic one student at a time. TWU’s Frontiers Program supports students who have aged out of foster care and helps them navigate college in an effort to improve their chances of success. The program recently received funds from DBL, enabling 15 students to purchase textbooks. “Without the support from DBL, these students would be unable to continue their coursework,” said Amy O’Keefe, Executive Director, Campus Alliance for Resource Education (CARE).
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CONGRATULATIONS TO THESE 2022 DBL GRANT RECIPIENTS! AMERICAN LEGION POST 71 American Legion Post 71 will use the DBL grant to sponsor participants to Boys and Girls State. American Legion Boys State and American Legion Auxiliary Girls State are summer leadership and citizenship programs for high school juniors that focus on exploring the mechanics of American government and politics. Participants become part of the operation of their local, county, and state government through the concept of “Learn by Doing.” The Girls State program is sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary and will be at Texas Lutheran University in Seguin. Boys State is held at The University of Texas.
DENTON BELL BAND The Denton Bell Band was happy to learn that DBL has given us funds to replace some of our roll charts. The ones we have are tattered and patched from over-use. The Bell Band is currently shut down because of COVID, but when we were doing our annual tours, we used those charts on the road every year for nine performances in three days. Over a period of several years, we performed in over 100 cities and towns in Texas. We are looking forward to the time that we can perform again, and we are grateful to DBL for helping us look in that direction. KIWANIS CHILDREN'S CLINIC Since 1925, the Denton Kiwanis Children's Clinic has continuously offered free medical, dental, and prescription services to the underserved children of Denton and northern Denton county. Without the continued and generous support from organizations such as Denton Benefit League, the clinic would be unable to offer help to children who may otherwise go untreated. Thank you Denton Benefit League for your support!
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VNA Ann’s Haven is so grateful for our partnership with Denton Benefit League! Together we are providing compassionate end-of-life care to patients in Denton. This year, the wonderful gift funded by DBL provided new technology to ensure all patient data is updated and available in real time so the needs of patients and their families are met in a timely manner and that the entire interdisciplinary team has access to full details relating to the patient’s care. With our deep roots in Denton, DBL and VNA Ann’s Haven are helping those who need it most.
Born 2 Be Therapeutic Equestrian Center is so honored to be among the recipients of a Denton Benefit League grant. Born 2 Be is a therapeutic riding, life skills, and carriage driving program dedicated to providing the opportunity for individuals to become all they were Born 2 Be through a partnership with the horse. We serve individuals with physical, educational, intellectual, and emotional disabilities. Subsidizing therapeutic riding lessons will ensure that we can keep our students in the saddle! Our riders often require multiple therapies, so this grant allows us to keep our services as affordable as possible.
How to Apply for a DBL Grant DBL accepts grant applications from August
OUR DAILY BREAD Our Daily Bread's pantry coordinator and receiving volunteers are very thankful to Denton Benefit League for the grant allocation of the Vestil Electric 3,000 lb load pallet with scale. This electric pallet allows all receiving staff to work effectively without the physical labor of pushing uphill, lifting heavy items, and loading items to weigh the donations on site. We receive in-kind contributions Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. from many private and corporate donors which allows us to care for our guests at an affordable cost. This electric pallet will make this exhausting job much easier and less stressful. Thank you to the community of Denton Benefit League's underwriters and donors.
through September each year. Award notifications are sent in mid-November. Information about the application process is available on the DBL website. The Grant Policy defines qualifications, requirements, types of grants available, and application procedures. Grant information sessions are held to assist applicants with the process.
DentonBenefitLeague.org a 501(c)(3) organization
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Denton Benefit League 2021-2022 GRANTS A ME RI CAN LEGI ON , P O S T 7 1 DE N TO N Registration fees for Texas Boys and Girls State programs. A ME RI CAN RE D CRO S S Finanical assistance for Denton disaster clients. BLU E SKY THE RAP E UTI C RI DI N G & R E SPI TE iPa ds in support of EQUIFO RC E sof t ware platform . blueskytexas.org BORN 2 B E THE R A P E UTI C EQ UE STRI A N C ENTE R Subsidized therapeu t ic rid ing l esso n fees an d stall mats. born2betec.org C ASA OF DE NTON CO UN TY Re placement laptop co m p u ter set u p s. casadenton.org C HI LDRE N’S ADVO CACY CE N TE R O F DE NTON COU N TY Medical supplies for forensic nursing program support. cacnorthtexas.org COMMUNI TI E S I N SCH O O L S O F NORTH TX STEM enrichment classes for after-school program. cisnt.org C UMBE RLAND PR E SBY TE RI A N C HI LDRE N’S HOM E HVAC replacement for cottage duplex. cpch.org D ENTON BE LL BA N D Music rolls for music therapy performance group. dccdf.org D ENTON COMMU N I TY FO O D CE N TE R, INC. Food for direct distribution to client families. dentoncfc.org D ENTON COU NT Y F RI E N DS O F TH E FAMI LY Tra nsitional hou sin g st arter k it s. dcfof.org D ENTON COU NT Y M H M R CE N TE R Hotel respite stays. dentonmhmr.org
DENTO N FES T I VAL FO U NDAT I O N ( DE NTO N ARTS & JAZ Z FES T I VAL ) Sound equipment rental for Arts and Jazz Festival. dentonjazzfest.com/events/festivalfoundation
M EAL S O N W HEELS OF DEN TON CO U NT Y Meals on Wheels subsidized meal program support. mowdc.org
DENTO N PAR KS FO U NDAT I O N Aria outdoor musical Instrument for Music in the Heart of Denton park. dentonparksfoundation.org
O U R DAI LY B R EAD Vestil electric pallet truck with scale. ourdailybreaddenton.org
E XP LO R I U M D ENTO N' S C HI L D R EN' S M U S EU M Activity table and magnet wall play area improvements. exploriumdenton.org
R ANC H HAND S R E SCUE Play therapy equipment kit and various toys and games. ranchhandsrescue.org
TOTAL GRANTS DISTRIBUTED 2021-2022
$162,223.72 TOTAL DBL GRANTS DISTRIBUTED SINCE 1974
$6,293,043.03 F I R S T R EFU G E M I NI S T R I ES Laptops and iPads for mobile medical clinic outreach. dentonrefuge.org H E ALT H S ERVI C ES O F NO RT H T EX AS Wall-mount, fold-up wheelchair scales. healthservicesntx.org H E ARTS FO R HO M ES Office desktop printers. heartsforhomes.org
S ELW YN S C HO O L Raised vinyl garden beds for outdoor education. selwynschool.org S ERVE D ENTO N Business computer set up for cyber security and standardization project. servedenton.org S O LU T I O NS O F N ORT H T EXAS ( N ORT H T EX AS S O LU T I O N S FOR RECOVERY, I NC . ) Personality Assessment and Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventories for clients. sontx.org T EJAS S TO RYT EL L IN G ASSOCIAT ION Virtual event software and technicians. tejasstorytelling.com T HEAT R E D ENTO N Portable hydraulic lift. theatredenton.com T HE SALVAT I O N A RM Y OF DEN TON Reach-in freezer for food pantry. salvationarmyntx.org/north-texas/denton T W U FO U NDAT I ON ( FRON T IERS) Book stipends and academic supplies for at-risk young adults. twu.edu/foster-care-alumni U NI T ED WAY O F DEN TON COUN T Y Household furniture start ups in support of housing initiatives. unitedwaydenton.org
I N T ER FAI T H M I NI S T R I ES Gasoline cards. ifmdenton.org
U NT ( P U S H) Textbooks and academic supplies for at-risk young adults. studentaffairs.unt.edu/push
K I WANI S C HI L D R EN' S C L I NI C Medical and dental treatment, prescriptions, glasses, and counseling services. dentonkiwanisclub.org
VNA ANN' S HAVEN Laptop computer set up for Denton hospice program support. nhpco.org/providers/vna-anns-haven
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The Board is elected by the membership of Denton Benefit League to facilitate the activities of the organization.
A D O P T- A - S P O T & A N N ’ S H AV E N H O S P I C E B E R E AV E M E N T L U N C H E O N The Adopt-A-Spot committee volunteers with Keep Denton Beautiful to collect trash on Hobson Road six times each year. This committee is chaired by Jill Beadle. DBL traditionally sponsors one of VNA Ann’s Haven Hospice monthly bereavement luncheons which are open to the public. This committee is chaired by Laura Brewer.
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A R T S & J A Z Z F E S T I VA L The Ar ts & Jazz Committee provides communit y ser vice for the festival by recruiting members to volunteer for one of the foundation’s booths. Christi Moss chairs this committee.
A S S O C I AT E S & S U S TA I N E R S J O I N T M E E T I N G DBL traditionally honors its associate and sustaining members with an evening of fellowship, food, and fun. Alicia Barker and Edene Riggs co-chair this committee.
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The Bylaws Committee, under Past President Laura Brewer, makes recommendations that will enable DBL to operate smoothly as an organization. The Finance Committee is responsible for all funds raised by DBL and is chaired by Treasurer Norma Barker. The Data Information Ser vices Committee, chaired by Christi Moss, manages a common database for DBL.
CHARITY BALL Led by ball chair Carrie Langford, the ball committees are responsible for ever y thing from invitations and reser vations to decorations and clean-up and securing items for an auction. DBL was not able to have a ball in 2021, but an online auction was held to raise additional funds for grants. DBL is excited about the return of an in-person ball in 2022.
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DENTON CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL MEXICAN SUPPER DBL traditionally supplies decorations and volunteers for this annual autumn event which enables the nonprofit to give children from low socioeconomic households an oppor tunit y to attend preschool.
H O S P I TA L I T Y The Hospitalit y Committee is responsible for preparing beverages, delicious food, and lovely table decorations for each regular meeting. Alicia Barker chairs this committee.
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M O N S I G N O R K I N G O U T R E A C H A N D S A LVAT I O N A R M Y A N G E L T R E E The Monsignor King Outreach committee is chaired by Vicki Olson and suppor ts the homeless by providing a meal as the Outreach Center merges with Our Daily Bread to better ser ve the communit y. Cathy Blankenau chairs the DBL Salvation Army committee that provides volunteers for the Angel Tree program which furnishes gif ts to children from families in need of suppor t during the holidays.
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MEMBERSHIP AND MEMBERSHIP RECRUITMENT The Membership Committees, chaired by Erin Key and Savannah Ferguson, keep track of meeting attendance, provide orientation for new members, and are responsible for the recruitment and retention of members.
N O M I N AT I N G This committee prepares a slate of board members for the 2022-2023 DBL year. Jill Beadle is the chair of the Nominating Committee and is assisted by Laura Brewer, Laura Gentr y, Teresa Starrett, and Judy Shor tino Troxell.
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TA B L O I D The Tabloid Committee, chaired by Tanya Blixt, is responsible for the second largest fundraiser for DBL. This committee solicits sponsors, collects photos and captions, and is responsible for proofreading the tabloid.
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UNDERWRITING Members ser ving on the Under writing Committee, chaired by Rebecca Jackson, solicit donors to suppor t the charit y ball, the tabloid, and the work of DBL in the communit y. Under writers include local businesses, charitable foundations, members of the communit y, and DBL members.
VOLUNTEER SERVICES Brooke Moore chairs this committee that coordinates DBL’s areas of volunteering. DBL members dedicate thousands of hours to make life better for the Denton communit y.
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In Remembrance of
Fredene Scofield an honorary member
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DBL MEMBERS Nicole Adamson
Maritza Cates
Patrice Frisby
Kendall Kessel
Amanda Addington
Beth Caudill
Jenifer Fuller
Phyllis Kessel
Betty Alford
Tami Clary
Laura Gentry
Erin Key
Krystal Alvarado
Joni Coker
Marilyn Gentry
Bette Kinard
Harlene Anderson
Judy Cole
Linda Glass
Pat Kindrick
Shelley Anthony
Ashley Collins
Martha Goen
Kit King
Geri Aschenbrenner
Kim Collins
Carolyn Gold
Melinda King
Kristin Asis
Kimberly Crain
Sheryl Goodson
Nancy King
Barbara Ball
Diane Crew
Gail Graves
Sheryl Kiser
Jo Ann Ballantine
Ruby Crouch
Mary Ann Kitchens
Courtney Banatoski
Myra Crownover
Alyson Gregory Richter
Anne Banks
Delva Culp
Lynne Barga
Ethel Davidge
Delaney Gregory Heather Grein
Kay Lamb Patricia Lane Carrie Langford
Nancy MurphyChadwick Sylvia Naples Tammy Neu Ann Newman Georgina Ngozi Nina Nichols Austin Stacey Nusbaum Vicki Olson Darien Orr Lisa Patterson Nelwyn Penley Stephanie Perry
Jennifer Schultz Caroline Seward Mary Kay Shepherd Bette Sherman Pat Sherman Sherry Shipman Carol Short Eileen Short Joy Siegmund Carrell Ann Simmons Debbie Smatresk Vicki Smith
Linda Phelps
Debbie Johnson Stafford
Janet Luttrell
Carol Kirchoff Phillips
Teresa Starrett
Melissa Lux
Kayti Porter
Chrissy Mallouf
Mia Price
Brinda Hackler
Sandra Mann
Nuria Putnam
Polly Diebel
Sandra Hall
Tonsi Manns
Helene Ramey
Erin Bennett
Kathy Doranski
Nadine Halstead
Brittanie Marion
Angela Randall
June Berry
Sharon Draper
Helen Hayes
Ann May
Clemence Rawley
Cathy Blankenau
Debra Drayovitch
Stacey Heidari
Jessica Mays
Pat Reed
Tanya Blixt
Marta Dudowicz
Sybil Hickey
Toni McCartney
Ryann Reid
Jayne Boston
Rhonda Duggan
Tobi Hickey
Donna McClendon
Teri Rheault
Judy Shortino Troxell
Chrysandra Bowen
Ruth Ann Hickman
Jamie McCormick
Patti Richard
Debbie Vanderlaan
Candy Bowens
Diane Duncan Mayer
Sylvia Hobdy
Mary Ann McDuff
Jill Richmond
Jan Vann
Kristin Sha Boyd
Diana Dunklau
Bunny Hodges
Wendy McGee
Caryn Riggs
Jodi Vicars-Nance
Jane Boyle
Shirley Dye
Lybeth Hodges
Sarah McKinney
Edene Riggs
D'Lynn Villarreal
Laura Brewer
Mary Earp
Vicki Holt
Darlene McNatt
Eri Robb
Patti Walker
Tracy Briley
Lynn Ebersole
Jane Hopkins
June McNeill
Sandra Robinson
Vickie Watson
Gina Brock
Lynne Edgar
Jayne Howell
Kit McRae
Carol Rogers
Laura Wells
Carol Brown
Georgina Edgington
Sue Hundt
Ann Merritt
Sonja Rogers
Nancy White
Shannon Bryan
Kelly Fein
Laurea Irving
Marcia Merritt
Carol Rowley
Darlene Whitten
Cathy Bryce
Carolyn Ferguson
Charlotte Irwin
Perrijo Midgett
Betty Roy
Leann Williams
Alisa Buchanan
Savannah Ferguson
Jackie Jackson
Lisa Miller
Pat Saunders
Virginia Williams
Becky Burke
Elizabeth Ferring
Rebecca Jackson
Nedra Mitchell
Ellen Sawko
Loyce Wilson
Annie Burroughs
Suzanne Fickey
Jill Jester
Brooke Moore
Jean Schaake
Melanie Wilson
Linda Burton
Elizabeth Floyd
Linda Johnson
Christi Moss
Cindy Schleinat
Terri Wood
Peggy Capps
Brittany Foster
Pete Kamp
Cherie Mulkey
Amie Schoendorf
Dorothy Woods
Pat Caruthers
Susan Friday
Kimberly Karl
Melissa Murphey
Sara Schroeder
Nicole Wright
Rosemary Grose
Alicia Barker
Lynn Davis
Norma Barker
Katy Dawson
Alondra Barnes
Lisa de Oliveira
Margaret Bays
Linda DeGraffenreid
Emma Guzman Ramón
Jill Beadle
Mary Denny
Roni Beasley
Codi Guthrie Terri Guthrie
Olivia Lilley
Lindsay Stewart Carmen Strange Ann Stuart Susan Supak Kayla Swenson Kimberly Thaggard Lynn Thompson Jenna Tilley
We are benefit consultants and advisors providing seniors and the disabled with assistance in understanding and making the right decisions when it comes to Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid insurance and be a lifetime resource for them.
Denton Noon Kiwanis
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WHEN: Every Tuesday from 12 noon to 1 pm WHERE: Rudy's BBQ 520 South, S Interstate 35E Denton, TX 76205 Office: 940-387-6323 Email: denton.kiwanis@verizon.net
A S P EC I A L T H A N K YO U Thank you to our wonderful DBL photographers who have captured our memories and photos exquisitely!
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East Oak Family, The........................................ 42
Meador's Nursery.............................................. 26
President’s Message . . . . . . . . . 3
Ferguson, Carolyn & Rob................................. 46
Merki & Associates, PC.................................... 12
Fickey, Suzanne................................................. 11
Minor & Jester, PC............................................ 19
First United Bank & Trust...................................6
Nayfa, Kyle.......................................................... 16
Fisher59 - DENTON...........................................5
North Texas Bells/North Texas Wings.......... 48
Frazier Commercial Real Estate...................... 34
North Texas Celtic Futbol Club...................... 24
Frenchy's Lawn & Tree Service-
NTX Aesthetics Medical Spa........................... 45
Teri & Frenchy Rheault..................................... 35
Nusbaum Group, The....................................... 20
Frisby, Patrice & Jack........................................ 44
O'Donnell, John................................................. 49
Gallivan, Phil....................................................... 11
Olson, Vicki & Brad........................................... 20
Gohlke Pools...................................................... 20
Patterson, Beth & Bill-
DBL Photographers . . . . . . . . 73
Good Samaritan Society-
Denton Media Company................................. 33
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Denton Communities....................................... 11
Peterbilt Motors................................................ 52
Goodson Engineering....................................... 54
PointBank............................................................ 23
AccessBank Texas.............................................. 10
Goodson, Sheryl................................................ 54
Pomerance, DDS, Norman J........................... 31
Adams Exterminating Company Inc.................8
Gregory & Richter Families, The..................... 16
Property Search Associates............................. 43
Alagood Cartwright Burke PC...........................6
Guaranty Bank & Trust..................................... 13
Reid Heating & Air............................................ 29
Allison Engineering..............................................7
Guthrie, Terri & Ron.......................................... 30
Riggs, Caryn & Clay.......................................... 43
Alzheimer's Association................................... 16
Hackler, Brinda................................................... 51
Riggs, Edene & Charles.................................... 27
American National Bank & Trust.......................8
Hudspeth, Mayor Gerard & Family................ 36
Ruth's Room................................................ 41, 47
Applejacks Liquors............................................ 46
IMPress Graphics.................................................5
Scott Brown Group........................................... 41
Athlon Advisors.................................................. 18
Independent Financial...................................... 25
Seay, Rob, Kim & Evelyn........................... 37, 51
Baker Tankhead, Inc.......................................... 52
Jackson, Jackie & Greg........................................4
Serve Denton..................................................... 29
Barker, Tyson...................................................... 40
Jackson, Rebecca............................................... 31
Shelton, Janet & John....................................... 22
Barga, PhD, Consulting, Lynne..........................8
Jagoe-Public Company..................................... 49
Sherman, Pat & Jud........................................... 43
Bays, Margaret B. (Sam) & James C............... 32
James Wood AutoPark..................................... 50
Shipman, Sherry & L. Dee............................... 24
Berry, June M..................................................... 26
JT Clothiers......................................................... 31
Smith, Vicki & Mike........................................... 36
Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors........................ 18
Karl, Kimberly & Stan Haddock...................... 26
Smitty's Floor Covering.................................... 48
Bryce, Cathy & Jack Atkins.............................. 23
Key Custom Homes.......................................... 52
Stepping Stones................................................. 26
Busby/Houdek............................................ 14, 15
King, Melinda & James -
Steve's Wine Bar............................................... 33
Byrd, Vicki, Denton City Council.................... 51
Red Door Operations....................................... 46
Strange, Carmen & Virgil................................. 24
Chef Morris Salerno, BISTECCA,
Kirkpatrick Architecture Studio...................... 30
Texas Health Presbyterian
An Italian Steakhouse....................................... 41
KoonsFuller Family Law.................................... 22
Hospital - Denton............................................. 17
Collins, Kim & Charlie....................................... 54
Lane Real Estate................................................ 40
Texas Woman's University............................... 28
Community Pharmacy...................................... 10
Langford, Carrie & Lee..................................... 37
United Way of Denton County...................... 53
Crouch Group, The........................................... 50
Law Office of Gina Ellen Brock, The............. 30
Unlimited Care of North Texas....................... 21
DATCU Credit Union...........................................4
Leadership Denton 37..................................... 42
University of North Texas
de Oliveira, Lisa & Glênisson.......................... 20
Lux Chiropractic, PA.......................................... 33
Office of the President..................................... 44
DeHart Chiropractic......................................... 13
M Group, The........................................................9
Velocity Physical Therapy................................ 40
Dementia Friendly Denton County............... 23
Mayer, Diane Duncan....................................... 29
VERUS Commercial.......................................... 34
Denton Dodge Mazda...................................... 22
McBride, Katrinia, DDS, FAGD....................... 21
Visiting Nurse Association of Texas, The...... 25
Draper, Sharon Harris....................................... 32
McClendon, Donna & Laurence..................... 37
Wallace, Russell................................................. 53
Dunklau, Diana & Paul..................................... 19
McNatt, Jim & Linda......................................... 27
Whitten, Darlene & Michael........................... 27
Eads, The Honorable Andy.................................7
McNeill's Appliance..............................................7
Williams & Williams Realtors, LLC................. 43
Underwriters . . . . . . . . . . 38-39 Hero Stories . . . . . . . . . . 55-57 DBL Grant Recipients . . . . . 58-62 DBL Committees . . . . . . . . 63-71 In Remembrance . . . . . . . . . . 71 DBL Members . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Presidents - Future, Present, and Past Carolyn Ferguson - President Elect, Caryn Riggs - President, Laura Brewer - Past President
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