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PRETTY IN PEARLS McAllen Photography by Tania De Luna
On December 1, 2021, Comfort House Services, Inc., hosted Pretty in Pearls: A Tribute to Diana. The gala had been postponed quite a few times due to the pandemic and this new date fell on World AIDS Day. In 1989, Sister Mirian Strohmeyer opened up the Comfort House to house and care for individuals with the AIDS diagnosis. In honor of all that were housed in Comfort House, a portion of the World AIDS Quilt was on display at the gala, including the portion of the quilt that Sister Strohmeyer took part in making. The event drew close to 400 guests who enjoyed dinner in the Embassy Suites ballroom while emcees, Dru LaMantia and Dr. Jim Garza, assisted with the flow of the program. Part of the event consisted of a Style Show featuring fashions from local stores: James & James Formal Wear, Leona’s, Saint Boutique, Tiscareño Bridal Couture, and Karla’s. Individuals selected to model all played a part locally in assisting with the pandemic. The Community Service Recognition Award was given to Monsignor Juan Nicolau who has been visiting residents at Comfort House for the past fifteen years. The 2021 South Sea Pearl recipients were Carlos and Cindy Garza who play an active role with the organization. After the program came to an end, guests enjoyed and danced to the music of Del Castillo.
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