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Hot time at Chili Cookoff Thousands come out for firefighters’ fundraiser at Riverside Park Page 20

Shopping with care Hibiscus Children’s Center holds charity sales event to aid youngsters in distress Page 18

New Mayor Pilar Turner promises to represent all of Vero Beach, Page 3

Late bid for electric utility

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Canadian company offers $125 million Page 4

Peter O’Malley wants to revitalize Dodgertown Page 6

All for the families Supporters gather to help the Homeless Family Center provide aid and comfort Page 27

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On fourth ballot Turner becomes Vero’s Mayor Does her election portend quick sale of Vero Electric? The ﬁrst round of voting resulted in two votes for Kramer (Kramer and Winger); two for Turner (Turner and Carroll) and one for Fletcher (Fletcher). Council members were given the option of dropping out the lowest vote getter, but instead decided to vote again for the same three nominees. The results were the same. Carroll then suggested re-opening the nominations for mayor in an eﬀort to break the stalemate. She then nominated herself; Winger re-nominated Kramer and Turner re-nominated herself. The third round resulted in a similar situation with Carroll winning one vote (Carroll) and Kramer (Kramer and Winger) and Turner (Fletcher and Turner) garnering two each.

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VERO BEACH – In what might be considered a mild upset, Pilar Turner this week was voted in by her fellow Council members as Mayor of Vero Beach on the fourth ballot. Craig Fletcher, considered by many to be the logical choice for Mayor given public positions the other Council members have taken on the sale of the electric utility to Florida Power & Light, was elected Vice Mayor. Turner replaced Council member Jay Kramer, who served as Mayor in his first year in elected office. Turner is the first woman to serve as mayor since Mary Beth McDonald held the seat from March 2005 to March 2006. Prior to McDonald, Sandra Bowden – who subsequently served as a county

commissioner – was Mayor from 2003 to 2004. The Nov. 8 municipal election resulted in overwhelming voter approval of a referendum to lease the city-owned power plant site and proceed with negotiations to sell that utility to Florida Power & Light. Voters also returned Tracy Carroll to ofﬁce and elected city Finance Commission vice chairman Dick Winger to replace incumbent Brian Heady. About 40 people were in attendance in Council Chambers as City Clerk Tammy Vock swore in Carroll and Winger. Council got down to the business of deciding who would become mayor and vice mayor for the coming year. Carroll nominated Fletcher; Turner nominated herself and Winger named Kramer for another mayoral stint.

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Canadian power company bids for Vero electric City still in exclusive negotiations with Florida Power & Light BY IAN LOVE VERO BEACH NEWSWEEKLY

VERO BEACH -- Algonquin Power and Utilities Corp., a Canadianbased power conglomerate, has informed Vero Beach City Manager Jim O’Connor by letter it “humbly wishes to register its high level of interest” and made an unsolicited bid of $125.3 million for the electric utility. The city, however, is in exclusive negotiations with Florida Power & Light to purchase the power plant and Vero’s 33,000 electric customers through the end of the year. What is left to consider, though, is how many other companies might be out there willing to bid on the

utility. Algonquin states in its six-page letter dated Nov. 14, “While it may appear that we are a little late coming to the process, we have only recently been informed that the assets may be available for acquisition.” According to documents supplied by the Clerk’s oﬃce, the city only contacted seven companies about purchasing the power plant when buyers were sought back in December 2009. Those companies include these Florida companies or agencies: Progress Energy in Tampa; Jacksonville Electric Authority in Jacksonville; Florida Power & Light in Miami; Florida Munici-

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pal Power Agency in Orlando; Tampa Electric in Tampa; Orlando Utilities Commission in Orlando and Gulf Power in Pensacola. In addition an eighth letter was sent out dated Feb. 17, 2010 to TECO Energy in Tampa after that company requested information from the city. Since the city made no eﬀort to look for buyers outside the state of Florida there is no easy way to gauge if other suitors might be interested in purchasing Vero electric. Gerry Hartman, a vice president at GAI Consultants and who helped the city place a value on the electric utility said there may be other Algonquins

waiting in the wings. “It is always conjecture at this point,” Hartman said. “There are several companies that are in an acquisition mode. I don’t sit on their boards and I don’t know if they would be interested in purchasing Vero Beach’s assets.” Hartman did not identify any of those companies. The Algonquin acquisition letter outlines the power company’s offer and states it is based on an enterprise value basis and that any payouts for thirdparty contracts would either need to be reflected in the final purchase price or financed in some other way. The

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have been most vocal about wanting to move the deal with FPL forward. Kramer and Winger have both come out publically in favor of selling the electric utility, but wanting more the details of the deal to be decided before giving approval. Fletcher, too, has spoken in favor of investigating a sale of the electric utility. However, he has stated his mistrust of FP&L and a desire to hold out for the best deal possible. His deciding vote for Turner may signal where his sympathies lie with regard for the sale. “The ﬁrst thing we need to do is get FP&L on the ball to get some documents to us so we can access where we want to go. I want to see the lease ﬁrst but I hope we can get the power plant (sale) done in the next year,” Fletcher said before the vote. Fletcher also said that the referendum vote was “crystal clear. I feel very strongly that the public has spoken and I’m not leaning to another referendum (for a utility sale).” Fletcher’s vote Turner could also be seen as nothing more than his desire to have anybody other than Kramer run the Council meetings that he has said have gone on far too long. Turner has promised to use the gavel more frequently than Kramer.

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The fourth round produced a winner and Turner was named mayor receiving votes from Fletcher, Turner and Carroll. Taking her new seat as well as assuming control of the proceedings, Turner asked for nominations for vice mayor. Winger named Kramer; Carroll nominated herself and Kramer nominated Fletcher. Not unlike the voting for mayor, the first two rounds produced identical voting of one vote for Kramer; two for Carroll and two for Fletcher which was insufficient for a clear favorite. However, on the third round, Fletcher was named vice mayor. After Council members assumed an updated seating arrangement reflecting the changes, the new mayor and vice mayor thanked their supporters. Turner said, “It’s a privilege to serve the City of Vero Beach. I plan to conduct these meetings in a way that’s beneficial for all citizens.” The Mayor’s job in Vero Beach is largely ceremonial, but with the ascension of Turner it could bode well for those anxious to get a deal with FPL completed sooner rather than later. In public comments Turner and Carroll

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city currently has such contracts that were part of its deal with the Florida Municipal Power Authority. Resolving those deals are part of the negotiations that need to take place between the city and FPL. FPL has stated it would be willing to pay up to $100 million for Vero’s electric system and absorb $17 million in pension liabilities associated with city electric employees, who it would be hired for a minimum of two years. Altogether, the package could be worth about $130 million, not counting the $17 million FPL would put into upgrading its own transmission lines. City voters last week by a 2-to-1 margin voted to allow the City Council to lease the power plant property to FPL, if acceptable terms to a lease could be reached. City Manager Jim O’Connor notified Algonquin via e-mail that the city was bound by the letter of intent with FPL to bargain with that company exclusively and those negotiations remain on track. He also told Vero Beach Newsweekly, “There are two elements in the FPL discussions that will be very difficult for another entity to overcome. One is the demolition of the power plant. The other is the guarantee to compete with Florida Power & Light

rates long term.” O’Connor did note, however, that should talks break down with FPL, the council was free to set up new guidelines for generating a sale. “As you are aware under the Letter of Intent and the City of Vero Beach’s agreement with FPL, we cannot entertain any proposals until agreed upon by FPL or we reach an impasse in our negotiations,” O’Connor wrote in response via e-mail. Algonquin Power and Utilities is based in Oakville, Ontario. According to the company web site, “APUC owns and operates a diversified portfolio of $1.1 billion of clean renewable electric generation and sustainable utility distribution businesses in North America.” It lists among its holdings an electric and natural gas distribution services company for 47,000 customers in Lake Tahoe, Calif. It is also in the process of acquiring Granite State Electric, a New Hampshire electric distribution company. The Granite State Electric deal is expected to close late this year or early 2012 and also includes natural gas holdings. Granite State provides electric service to over 43,000 customers in 21 communities in New Hampshire. The letter to the city also states APUC expects, if the city were interested, it could complete the deal by June 30, 2012.

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The Dodger Way: Peter O’Malley steps up to the plate BY IAN LOVE VERO BEACH NEWSWEEKLY

In truth, Peter O’Malley never completely left his beloved Dodgertown. The roots were too strong, dating back to 1954 when he served as a 16-year-old instructor at the inau-

gural Dodgertown Camp for Boys. In fact, his sister, Terry, had just graduated from college and served as administrative secretary at the camp that same year. So the announcement last week that Peter O’Malley along with sister, Terry Seidler and former Dodg-

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er pitchers Hideo Nomo and Chan Ho Park would join forces with Minor League Baseball to revitalize the property his father had purchased and turned into the premier Florida spring training site of its day should have come as no surprise. “It is too special to let it fall apart. I don’t want to see that happen,” O’Malley said from his office in Southern California. “We are proud of it and it is not just me and my sister, we have a lot of adult children and grandchildren that have been there. There is great excitement in the family because I think we are doing the right thing for the right reasons and our whole family looks forward to spending a lot more time there.” Craig Callan, who has overseen operations at Dodgertown 33 years, says O’Malley always kept in touch, even after selling the team 13 years ago to Fox Baseball Holdings. O’Malley would check in to see how things were going, so he knew of the struggles Minor League Baseball was going through in trying to turn the facility into a multi-sport operation much like the Dodgertown Camp for Boys was envisioned. “Peter has always been interested regarding everything that was happening at Dodgertown and Vero Beach Sports Village,” Callan said. “(Minor League Baseball CEO) Pat O’Conner knows Peter also and we met and had a number of discussions with him and now it has all come to fruition.” O’Malley, 73, was well aware that Minor League Baseball by its own admission lost a million dollars last year and is on track to drop another $500,000 this year. The facility has had some success in marketing spring training games to high school and college teams and has the last two years served as a training camp for the University of South Florida football team. One key element officials said was

missing from the marketing plans was the ability to provide fields for youth baseball and girls’ softball. They have solved that issue after a somewhat contentious land swap between the city and county allowed for construction of a cloverleaf of fields next to Holman Stadium. “Being able to diversify the model by age and gender is critically important,” said MiLB’s O’Conner. “Everything at the Vero Beach Sports Village was designed for 90foot baseball. Everyone else had to make adjustments to that. Now we are going to have female and youth fields in the right dimensions that are high quality. That just expands the inventory for us.” One loss that came about with the cloverleaf was the famous heart-shaped pond that Peter’s father Walter O’Malley had dug so his wife Kay would see it each time she flew over the property. Just the same, O’Malley endorses the business plan. He has long been a supporter of Little League baseball. Callan said once the five equal partners take over, except for reporting to them, his game plan remains the same. The youth fields are slated for an April 6, 2012 opening and marketing efforts are already underway. Also in the planning stages is a multi-purpose field large enough to host international soccer events. “The multi-purpose field is critically important too,” O’Conner added. “I am told that if you build a field for soccer you can now get lacrosse and field hockey and all the other specialty sports. Again, that will allow us to expand by sport, age and gender. Now we are becoming more of the multi-purpose, multi-sport complex that we envisioned.” While the O’Malley-Seidler association brings a return to the history of the complex, the family also

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brings an international connection that could draw dividends as well. The O’Malley family has always promoted Vero Beach and the Dodgers brand to the world. The teams have gone on goodwill tours to Asia and Mexico and hosted teams and players from around the world during Spring Training. O’Malley’s profile in Wikipedia notes: “Hallmarks of Peter O’Malley’s baseball career were his deep involvement in the U.S. Little League program, his contribution to baseball’s introduction as an Olympic sport, and his years of promotion of baseball globally, particularly in Latin America, Japan, and China, where a donation he made provided for construction of the country’s first baseball stadium in 1986.” “I thought I could help broaden the base of people interested in coming,” O’Malley said. Beyond O’Malley are Hideo Nomo of Japan and Chan Ho Park of South Korea, two of the most recognizable athletes in their home countries. “Having Peter O’Malley alone

with all his knowledge and contacts and involvement with international baseball is a great part of continuing to build the business,” Callan said. “But when you add former players like a Chan Ho Park and a Hideo Nomo, there are no bigger names in their respective countries than those two.” The complex has hosted a number of international teams in the last two years. In fact, right now the SK Wyverns, who finished as runnerups in the Korea Professional Baseball league last year, are using the facility. “Mr. O’Malley has a presence in Asia historically,” said O’Conner, who once worked at Dodgertown as he was starting his sports management career. “He has always been a promoter of baseball worldwide. But with the partnership group the way it is, I think it is safe to assume the Pacific Rim is probably where we will start.” One thing the new owners wanted to quash was the notion that O’Malley has designs to bring the Dodgers back to Vero Beach for spring training. The Dodgers

are currently being run by Major League baseball and are up for auction. O’Malley is putting together a group to bid on the team. Those negotiations are perhaps years away from completion and in the meantime O’Malley and the other partners went out of their way to say the Dodgers returning to Vero Beach would not be part of those plans. “The Dodgers are not coming back,” O’Malley said. “They are committed to Arizona and this doesn’t interfere with that at all.” So with O’Malley putting together plans to buy back the team he gave up in 1998, why would he want to get involved with a project that even he says does not stand a great chance to be profitable? Tradition. The Dodger Way. Those words mean something to him and he remembers fondly all the years coming to Vero Beach. He has always remained interested in the town, telling a Press Journal sports columnist:

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Legal fees for FPL deal to cost city nearly $500,000 BY BARBARA YORESH VERO BEACH NEWSWEEKLY

VERO BEACH – Newly selected Vero Beach Mayor Pilar Turner presided over her first council meeting Tuesday and heard the city can expect to be billed close to $500,000 to complete negotiations to sell the power plant to Florida Power & Light. John Igoe, one of the city’s West Palm Beach-based transactional attorneys in the negotiations to sell the

power plant, was on hand to assure Council members and the public that his firm was aware the “folks at FPL are anxious and the citizens are anxious to move things forward.” He agreed after a lengthy exchange with newly elected Council member Dick Winger that it won’t be possible to reach a final agreement with FPL until all costs to the city have been determined. The new council’s interactions with

each other underscored the politically divisive aspects of the issue as Winger, Fletcher and Carroll engaged in some pointed exchanges following Winger’s comment that talk about a contingent sales contract with FPL was premature until the costs of exiting existing power contracts is known. “It’s not going to be easy,’ said Igoe of the desire to have those figures and a contract concurrently ready by a

Feb. 28, 2012 target date. FPL is pushing to have the deal completed before its letter of intent to buy the plant expires at the end of the year. Council members agreed that the law firm – which has been paid $50,000 for the first phase of work – would need to report back to council after another $200,000 in work is completed. It is estimated that the total legal bill will be just under $500,000.

LOCAL NEWS DIGEST Indian River Medical Center breaks ground on $15 million facility Indian River Medical Center celebrated the fifth anniversary of its Heart Center with groundbreaking ceremonies for the new $15 million Sheridan Intensive Care Unit and Waxlax Recovery Room. Nearly 400 hospital officials, former patients, local officials and media attended the event held on the north side of the complex which faces 37th Street Upon its 2013 completion, the 27-bed Waxlax Recovery Room will replace the current nine-bed recovery room. The Sheridan Intensive Care Unit, also slated for completion in 2013, will boast a 14-bed surgical intensive care unit for cardiovascular, vascular and neurosurgery patients. Indian River Medical Center board chairman Dr. Richard Weil doled out credit to the Heart Center’s various staff -- many of whom were in attendance. “During the five years since our opening, hundreds of patients and their families have benefitted from the superb cardiac care provided by doctors Cary Stowe, Mark Malias, John Lindenthal, and Jay Midwall,” Weil said. “I’d like to thank them in addition to the work of the nurses, technicians and others that make up this team. “The heart team has received national recognition as one of the best in the country, and our entire organization is very proud of this team.” The Duke University Health System-affiliated Heart Center was named one of the elite cardiac surgery programs in America by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. This rating was based on patient survival; absence of major complications; recommended medications and optimal surgical techniques. The Heart Center at Indian River Medical Center was one of only five heart programs in Florida to be ranked in the top 15 percent of cardiac programs in the nation. Dr. Stowe, the Medical Director for Cardiovascular Surgery Services, was among the top 1 percent of thoracic surgeons in the United States.

County GOP residents overwhelmingly support Romney with donations INDIAN RIVER COUNTY -- GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney has raked in more campaign money in Indian River County than all of his Republican competitors combined. Leading up to the Jan. 31 Florida primary, Romney has tallied $47,300 in Indian River County contributions, according to federal campaign contribution reports through Sept. 30. The seven other candidates vying for the GOP bid

against Romney have raised only $29,663 combined. In overall contributions, Vero Beach mailing addresses — particularly 32963 ZIP code neighborhoods -- made 70 donations total. Thus far no one in Indian River County has contributed money to former GOP front-runner Gov. Rick Perry of Texas. Meanwhile, President Barack Obama has raised just under $32,000 in the Treasure Coast counties of Indian River, St. Lucie and Martin. Indian River County campaign contributions by candidate: Mitt Romney, $47,300; Barack Obama, $9,562; Ron Paul, $1,151; Newt Gingrich, $3,250; Michele Bachmann, $4,400; Herman Cain, $1,500; Tim Pawlenty: $4,750; Rick Santorum: $5,000.

Oslo residents show up in force but, County planners OK recycling center INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — Despite Oslo residents appearing in opposition red shirts, the county planning advisers last week approved a demolitiondebris recycling center on 74th Avenue. The panel voted 5-0 on separate motions to: Grant an administrative permit for company officials Fernando Sartor and his wife, Beatrice Garcia-Sartor to build and operate a recycling center on a 16-acre parcel on 74th Avenue, immediately east of the county landfill. Recommend that the County Commission, in a future meeting, approve a special exception to the property’s agricultural zoning to let the company accept construction-demolition debris. About 100 residents showed up in opposition and said they would fight the plans next before the County Commission.

Gary Wheeler named chairman of Indian River County Commission INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — County Commissioner Gary Wheeler was the unanimous choice of his colleagues, earning a 5-0 vote to become the Commission Chairman for 2012. Wheeler, the former vice chairman, succeeds former Chairman Bob Solari in the largely ceremonial role of running meetings and keeping order. Commissioner Peter O’Bryan, who preceded Solari as chairman, got a 3-2 nod Tuesday to be the new vice chairman. O’Bryan drew support from Wheeler, Solari and himself, commissioners Joe Flescher and Wesley Davis voted to make Flescher the vice chairman.

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“I’ve subscribed to the Vero Beach Press Journal since it came out once a week, and then it was twice a week ... and now it’s every day. If the paper looked up its subscriber list and how many years people have subscribed to it, I’ve got to be at the very top of that list. I bet it goes back 40, 50 years.” The O’Malley family connections to Vero Beach and Indian River County go beyond just the complex next to the airport. There is Dodgertown Elementary school which the team adopted and it has been the longtime home for the St. Helen’s Harvest Festival. The family has even loaned the mahogany table that anchors the Hall of Giants at McKee Gardens. The O’Malley family purchased what is said to be the largest mahogany table in the world when the original McKee Jungle Garden fell into disrepair.

Certainly he is not coming back for the money. In O’Malley’s estimation, break even is the goal right now. “It will never be a real profitable investment in my opinion,” he said. “I hope I am wrong, but we want to get it to break even, we’ve got to get it to where it can sustain itself and not keep bleeding cash. I just wanted to make sure we were doing everything possible to make sure we could continue its growth and its existence and enhance it and make it even better.” In these days of all-about-thecash athletes and owners concerned only with finding new and greater profit centers and the next big deal, O’Malley simply wants people to experience the glory days of Dodgertown. “It has too much history, too much tradition, too many people love it, players, coaches, executives, everybody who has been there look back at it with great memories,” O’Malley said.

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Want to research your family tree – for free? How about the history of Indian River County? Or whatever county you came from anywhere in the United States? Then you need to visit the Main Library’s Genealogy Department and Archive Center right here in Vero Beach. Just about everyone in Indian River County knows we have an outstanding library system, but if you have not visited the Genealogy Department, you will be amazed at what you ﬁnd. Pam Cooper heads that department. In fact, she created it 25 years ago when the Main Library was located across from the police department. “When I came on board in 1986, I was amazed to ﬁnd out we had nothing about local history in our library. So I

started collecting it.” The Main Library was originally located in 1915 in the Women’s Club building just east of the current library. Then a new library was opened in 1962 across from the police station on 20th Place (eastbound SR60). The current library was opened in 1991, partially funded with a bequest by the Julian W. Lowenstein family. In return, they asked that a room or wing be named in memory of Julian Lowenstein. So, the Florida History and Genealogy Department was designated. Additional funds were used to upgrade the department’s infrastructure and purchase the entire U.S. census (on microﬁlm) from 1790-1860. In 2005, after the destructive hurricanes Jeanne and Frances, the Indian River County Historical Society decided to move all of their 6,000-plus photographs and 20-plus boxes of docu-

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ments to the library’s Archive Center. Currently, the department has over 35,000 titles, 40,000 microfiche and 15,000 microfilm records. Today, you can find everything you ever wanted to know about Vero Beach, Indian River County and just about the entire world. “If you are looking for something and we don’t have it, we will create it,” Cooper said. For those with local roots, there are courthouse records from pre1930s until the 1970s for Indian River, Brevard and St. Lucie counties. Why those three? “Indian River County was created in 1925. Before that, Vero Beach was part of St. Lucie County, and before that, what is now Indian River and St. Lucie County was then Brevard County,” she said. The Archives Room holds more than 100 collections (and growing) about famous local families like the Sextons, Hallstroms and Tippins, as well as the Dodgers, Riomar and rows of lateral file cabinets (called the “vertical files”) on local people, businesses and attractions. Many local folks came here during World War II for pilot training at the Naval Air Station and met their future wives. When the Brooklyn Dodgers arrived in 1948, they roomed in the Naval Air Station barracks. Of course, that brought another wave of residents, moving here to be near their beloved Dodgers. “We have 16 boxes of information on the Naval Air Station. Yet, there was nothing in the state or the national archives about Vero’s pilot training facility, which played an important role in the war,” Cooper said. If you want to go further back in time, the Archives Center has Florida history records going back to Ponce de Leon’s time. Did you know most Florida cattle today are descendents of the herds brought here by the Spanish? It’s in the library. But what if you don’t have local roots? “Most people here today came from someplace else. We have county

histories from all over the country, not all 3,100 of them, but we’re working on it. If we don’t have yours, we will get it.” Pennsylvania is one of the most popular states for historical research and if you are from Massachusetts, “we have vital records – births, deaths, marriages, lawsuits – from every town in the state.” Getting back to World War II, history buffs will marvel at the Rustin Military Collection, nearly 1,000 books, periodicals, military maps and more collected by Richard E. Rustin during his lifetime are on display. There’s something for whatever interests you – books and records from World Wars I and II, the Korean War, Vietnam conflict and even Revolutionary War records. For our British visitors and residents, there are records from the Royal Hussars, 47th London Division from 1914-1918, the Yeomanry Division in Syria and France and from Down Under, the 9th Australian Division vs. the Africa Corps in the Second World War. How’s that for esoterica? Rustin was a brilliant writer and journalist, whose job was editing coverage at the heart of the Wall Street Journal financial and economic news operations. Military history was his hobby. Rustin’s wife, Ginette, donated his collection to the archive center after he passed away in 2008. If you want to research your family history, regardless of where you came from, take advantage of the free access to Ancestry.com and Heritagequestonline.com using one of the department’s nine computers. “We have international access on Ancestry. People come here from many other states to research their Swedish ancestry because of our extensive information.” The aforementioned historical photos tell the story of Indian River County from its beginnings (According to Cooper, “I created a timeline of Indian River County from prehistoric

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When you consider what a terrific resource Cooper has put together in the Genealogy Department, she did it facing the same problems all government-funded services face these days – funding. “We are busting at the seams and hope to make room by scanning the contents of all our archives when we have the time and the budget.” She has a book scanner that would help accomplish that task but it sits broken for the last year and-a-half because it is too expensive to repair or replace. So how does Pam Cooper keep up with this treasure chest of information? “I have 24 very dedicated volunteers, some of whom have worked here for 20 years.” Still, Cooper is often at work long after the library closes or she takes work home with her. “But I don’t view it as work. I love what I do and can’t imagine ever doing anything else.” Look that up in her files under “Dedication.”

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times.”). They are available for use by non-profits as well as businesses displaying local history. If you visit the recently opened Nino’s Express at 1415 16th Street or the newly rebuilt McDonald’s at 1925 U.S 1, you will see many of these historical photos on the walls. They are arranged by decade and represent many hours of work by Pam Cooper, Alma Lee Loy and Paul and Emily Kubica of Laser Chrome Technologies, who were hired by McDonald’s owner-operator, Joe Conrado, to put together the display. Alma Lee Loy, who has lived here her entire life, says it was no easy task. “I can’t tell you how many photos we looked at to come up with a select few representing places and events in each decade that contributed to the history of Vero Beach.” If Cooper had to choose one word to describe what her department is all about, it would be “access.” If you want to find anything about the history of Indian River County and its most significant people or places, the history

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McKee Botanical Garden celebrates 10 anniversary BY CHRISTINA TASCON VERO BEACH NEWSWEEKLY

VERO BEACH - Offering visitors a dollar entry for McKee Botanical Garden’s 10 Anniversary made it possible for many families to visit and enjoy the sights -- some for the very first time. McKee is celebrating its 10-year anniversary since a group of dedicated philanthropists and volunteers revived a part of the land that had been taken over by developers when the old McKee Jungle Gardens fell into disrepair. The former Jungle Garden tourist attraction, used to feature birds, monkeys and a variety of animals along with the flora. For the 10 Anniversary Celebration organizers brought in a cockatoo show, reptile display and Florida Cracker Horses and the children could not have been happier. “We live in the area but had never been here before and wanted to see it with our daughter Christina,” said Robin and Greg Gargill, expressing a sentiment echoed by many. Wells and Jane Swanda live in Sebastian and were also first-time visith

Visitors were treated to several demonstrations and a cockatoo show tors. Wells tried to say they came because his wife loved flowers. “We came instead of going fishing again,” Jane smilingly corrected. There were activities all through the garden including music, food and natural wonders for everyone to enjoy.

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lieves are in the best interest of the city, just as no one who can count doubts any longer there is a solid consensus for selling the city’s electric utility. Turner is deserving of the position of Mayor, and will almost surely dispatch her mayoral duties more than adequately. In fact, she may very well preside over Council meetings more eﬀectively than did her predecessor, if only she has an inclination to follow reasonable guidelines that provide for a time of public comment that does not have evening Council meeting dragging on late into the night. If Turner should choose to use the mayor’s gavel in restricting public comment to some reasonable time limit, her desire to run Council meetings so that the city’s business can be conducted need not be seen as undemocratic. There is, after all, a fundamental diﬀerence between one-person-one-vote town hall democracy, and representative democracy. If a former council member or two and a few others haven’t noticed, the Charter of the City of Vero Beach provides for a representative form of government.

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More than a few Council watchers who had expected Jay Kramer and newly elected Council member Richard Winger to support Craig Fletcher for the largely ceremonial position of mayor were caught by surprise this week. After four rounds of voting, Pilar Turner was chosen to lead the Council by a 3-2 vote, with support from Tracy Carroll and Fletcher. On all four ballots Winger and Kramer voted for Kramer. How they expected one plus one to equal three has some wondering what their strategy may have been. If the two Council members most inclined to alter the pace, if not the trajectory, of the city’s negotiations with Florida Power & Light had been hoping to make a friend, and then possibly an ally of Fletcher, that was likely not the result of last Monday’s mayoral selection. No one doubts Mayor Turner’s ability to preside over Council meetings, or to turn gold plated shovels at groundbreaking ceremonies, or to cut ribbons at grand opening events. And no one seriously questions her commitment to pursue policies that she be-

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The right hat will never let you down BY LISA RYMER

Most days, I’m holed up in an upstairs study writing this, that, or the other thing, wearing sweat pants, last night’s pajama t-shirt and a scrunchy to keep my hair from falling in my face. I know, glamorous… right? So when I simply have to go out, I exercise my hattitude, which endows me with the chutzpah to throw on some good perfume, some decent togs and a dynamite hat that not only hides a legion of beauty don’ts, but actually makes it all seem deliberate. Anyone who knows me well, knows how much I love hats. Hats are great for tucking away a bad hair day, exaggerating a lovely jaw line (sometimes to distract from an expanding waist line), and they coordinate fashion in a very feminine and organized way, from head to toe. Hattitude may be cultivated, but it’s definitely in my genes. Maybe it’s

the time spent in the workshop of my grandmother’s hat store, “Hattie’s,” which she opened during the depression with her sister, LISA Hattie. RYMER With her life savings, Hattie rented a small store on the main street of a poor Boston suburb called Chelsea. There, they would take an ordinary hat shell and attach an amazing array of feathers, netting, satin and bows to produce a three dimensional objet d’art so exquisite it would offset a multitude of other imperfections. The possibilities were endless: wedding veils, custom made bridesmaid hats to match their dresses, little bonnets for church, big straw brims to protect from the sun, fedoras for business, bowlers to keep ears warm, gardening caps, swimming turbans, going for a

coffee berets…. As I recall, it was also easy to miss in the design department. Later, Hattie’s started carrying a line of Eva Gabor Wigs, phasing out hats altogether in the late 1960s and phasing in a few tube tops along the way. At some point, clothes replaced the wigs entirely, until Hattie’s expanded into a three-store operation in the Mystic Mall in Chelsea, serving a wide range of women’s needs depending on their age and lifestyle. While still in college, I was offered a position with the family business. I envisioned myself living in the Boston area, immersing myself in the fashion world, producing visual masterpieces of multimedia fashion shows…. But, my father was adamant that I stay on track with more erudite plans for a future. He saw in his mother the affect of working the store day in and out, year after year, meting out the time until retirement or death, whichever came first.

Nonetheless, my closet still bears the remains of my fascination with hats over a lifetime. There are the feathered headpieces I wore waitressing to augment tips for spending money in Europe. Lunch with the ladies would hardly be called clothed if not for the couture and matching chapeau. And when the schedule is too tight to get my roots dyed or maybe even washed post-zumba, a raspberry beret, and other colors, can help belie, bewilder and bedazzle my way out of most situations. Unfortunately, Hattie’s came to an abrupt demise shortly after being handed over to my cousin, who had long worked the business. Hattie’s may be gone, but the spirit of hattitude survives in all of us who have at one time or another turned to a hat for solace, respite or pizzazz. Lisa Rymer is a newspaper and television journalist who resides in Vero Beach. She can be contacted at LisaRymer@comcast.net.

Finding new meaning in old rituals BY RABBI MICHAEL BIRNHOLZ

When you study the performance/offering of Jewish prayer you must be aware of the relationship of two important elements, kevah and kavanah. Kevah is the concrete, fixed words on the page or the physical rituals you do. In contrast, kavanah is the intention, spiritual energy and creativity that you use when you offer the words or ritual. One of the pieces I teach is how differentiate the types of writing on a prayer book page. For example, how a blessing is different from a quotation or which lines are not prayers, but stage directions, instructing the congregation to rise or bow or read together. One category I point out I call “kavanah that becomes kevah.” These are pieces of worship, like a poem or song, that someone brought to a service to enrich the prayer experience. The people at the service liked it and asked for the piece to be part of services again. Over time the

once creative, additional piece becomes expected and eventually fixed into the liturgy itself. After teaching these categories of liturgy for RABBI a few years I realized MICHAEL that there was another BIRNHOLZ category that deserved consideration. We all know that when you say the same prayers over and over again it is easy to just same them automatically, without kavanah/conscious attention. Many times during either during worship or while teaching about prayer I have had insight into the meaning of a prayer or ritual. I see it in a new way or see how it is connected to a value that I had never associated with it before. As we have these moments of connection we are reclaiming the kevah and infusing it with our own kavanah. Instead of bringing something new into the service, in these moments we

take the word and actions of our sages and more than simply saying them we bring them back into our hearts and lives. I had an experience of kevah reconnecting with kavanah during a recent service. Jewish adults wear a prayer shawl (a talit) with tzitzit, a knotted fringe at each corner, for many worship experiences. In the past, during a particular part of the service I have seen people gather the four tzitzit in their hands and hold them for those prayers. I never did this ritual and the explanations had not resonated with my worship style or theology. This particular Shabbat, as we offered our prayers I saw a commentary on this ritual and the text associated with it. “At this point, tradition invites one to gather the four tzitzit, (representing the mitzvot), in the left hand, and hold them throughout the Shema. This symbolizes the ingathering of our people, united in the desire to respond to the teaching of God.” There was something about these

words, on this morning that caught my attention as I witnessed people pulling at each other and the sense of community and connection that seems to be diminishing. As I read these words about God gathering us together in peace, and then I take hold of the tzitzit together I am reminded of the acts of gathering and connecting that I am called to do. Now each time I say this prayer and do this ritual I will ask myself, what am I doing to draw people together? We all have the opportunity to do this. We both can generally find words and rituals of prayer and reexamine them to bring a deeper meaning in our lives and specifically, find the words and actions that remind us to find ways to connect to people and restore the values of community to our world. Rabbi Michael Birnholz has served Temple Beth Shalom in Vero Beach since 2002. One of his goals is bringing Jewish values and wisdom to the wider community.

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while the Press Journal, over the course of any given week, sells an average of 180,000 print copies. Quite simply, the Press Journal circulates on average 18 times more newspapers each week than its weekly competition. Hopefully the many inaccuracies in the island weekly’s editorial of last week can be attributed to its obvious zeal for criticizing a competitor. After all, one would certainly be troubled to consider the possibility that such careless and inaccurate reporting is commonplace for Vero Beach 32963.

Vero Beach City Council election by the numbers With each voter entitled to cast a vote for up to two of the four candidates running in last week’s Vero Beach City Council election, assessing the relative support each candidate received requires doing a little math beyond the numbers available from the Supervisor of Elections’ web site. For example, with 1,783 votes, Tracy Carroll received 29.56% of the 6030 votes. However, since 3201 voters cast ballots in the City Council election, it is also true, and perhaps

more meaningful, to know that 56% of voters cast one of their votes for Carroll. Richard Winger received 1613 votes, meaning that he received 26.74% of the total votes cast. Of the 3201 voters casting ballots, then, Winger received support from 50% of them. Forty-seven percent of voters cast at least one of their two votes for Brian Heady, with Ken Daige receiving support from 36% of the 3201 voters who cast ballots.

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Vero Beach 32963 got the facts completely wrong last week when it charged that Scripps Treasure Coast Newspapers has not been forthcoming about its circulation numbers. The island weekly’s editors wrote, “Scripps has made it difficult to get a precise handle on the plunging circulation of the Press Journal by reporting only the combined number for the Press Journal, the Stuart News and the St. Lucie News Tribune.” The simple truth and the good news is that the Press Journal’s readership is hardly in decline. In fact, when circulation numbers are next reported to the Audit Bureau of Circulations in March 2012, Scripps Treasure Coast Newspapers will report an increase in readership of both the Press Journal’s Sunday print and digital editions. All of the information the island weekly editors say they would be interested to know, both for the print and the digital editions of the Press Journal, can be found in the most recent annual circulation audit. This report, certified by the Audit Bureau of Circulations, details paid circulation for each of Scripps Treasure Coast Newspapers’ three dailies, the

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Shopping spree benefits Hibiscus Children’s Center BY CHRISTINA TASCON VERO BEACH NEWSWEEKLY

Shop ‘till you drop is more than a sales campaign to the Hibiscus Children’s Center. Last Wednesday evening it was a way to encourage attendees to support the cause by enjoying a night out shopping. Buyers and sellers took over the Sun Jet Center to raise funds for the

Center, their Children’s Village and many of their vital programs. “When I walked in at 8 a.m. there were five planes parked in the hangar,” said Linda Teetz. “Now look at it.” The hangar was decked out with pink and black balloons along with 60 glittering boutiques and 28 delicious food vendors. “We hoped for 500 to come but

we were astounded to see over 650 attendees,” said volunteer Carole Casey. “The Vero community is just great.” Most of the shoppers were women, but an occasional man was seen on the premises. “I am only here to keep my wife from spending too much money,” Larry Myers said jokingly. Just the same, he seemed happy enough to be

sampling his way around the room. “This is the fifth year I have participated and it is by far the most organized and best run event we do each year,” said Lisa Davidson of Shells & Things. The Hibiscus Children’s Center helps families and children in crisis. To get involved you may call 772-334-9311 or go to hibiscuschildrenscenter.org.

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Chili Cookoff offers good fun for everyone BY CHRISTINA TASCON

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VERO BEACH - The Indian River County Firefighters’ Association’s Chili & Salsa Cookoff has become a tradition because of one main ingredient – affordable family fun for all ages. This year’s edition was no different. The food was great, the music and entertainment kept things moving and the price was just right…free entry and reasonable prices for the chili and salsa tastings. Perhaps that is what brought out what organizers estimated to be as many as 6,000 people to the two-day event. “The whole town is dead and I was wondering where everyone was, but when I saw the cars from the top of the bridge, I knew everyone was here,” said Harley “Biker Boy” Ludmer. Organizers Lt. David Dangerfield and Engineer Steve Graul have been successfully building the Cookoff the last eight years and with the move to Riverside Park may have found its best venue yet. “I can’t believe how many people showed up, I am so unbelievably pleased,” said Dangerfield. Moving to Riverside Park added a special ambience under the Oak trees which enhanced the family atmosphere. The cooler weather also contributed to the success of the event which was perfect for eating hot chili and spicy salsa. Friday night offered a Jr. Firefighters Challenge plus music by a “Stomp” styled trio of drummers called “Cooking with Gas.” Saturday was the main event when businesses, service groups and government officials were in serious competition for having the best chili and salsa in the county. Twenty-five groups put out their best recipes and enjoyed interacting with the swelling crowd. Several local dance and cheerleading teams

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Big Brothers, Big Sisters dishes out treats to supporters BY CHRISTINA TASCON VERO BEACH NEWSWEEKLY

Chocolate dreams became reality at a “Champagne, Chocolate and Chefs” soiree held at Quail Valley by Big Brothers, Big Sisters. Chefs from Vero Beach each prepared chocolate delicacies to raise money for children who need a little

TLC to get ahead as they also honored Grand Harbor Community Outreach and Barbara Becker Hurley for their philanthropy. Jennifer Small said she was there to support the efforts of Big Brothers and Big Sisters because of a personal story of their success. Small said, “I had a friend whose life

was enriched by them. He was the child of a single mother and needed the influence of a man in his life and they were there. He is such an extraordinary adult now and he said they were a big part of the reason.” Although supporting BBBS was the reason for the high turnout, some were anxiously waiting for the unveiling of

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the chocolate. Debbie Crum was laughing as she said “My husband, Dan, thought everything was going to be chocolate. He did not know they were going to serve real food before he got to eat the chocolate!” Once the cocktail reception ended, the doors to the dining room opened and the guests entered a Willy Wonka fantasyland. Each Chef had prepared a beautiful display of cocoa inspired creations. Chefs from Citrus Grillhouse, Catering by Adrienne Drew, Grand Harbor, Windsor, Quail Valley, the Wave Kitchen and Osceola Bistro had outdone themselves to wow the eager crowd. Quail Valley Chef Robert Angel said it was the first time he had done anything like this but his stunning tower of chocolate and spun sugar was the talk of the event. Guests ended the successful evening of cocktails, dinner and desserts with dancing into the last sweet note of the night.

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Homeless Family Center celebrates 20th birthday A sold-out crowd enjoyed the festivities commemorating the Homeless Family Center’s 20 years of serving the homeless. “Homelessness has become such an epidemic with the current lack of job opportunities and housing crisis,” said co-Chair Cindy Goetz. “It is important more than ever to support

the families residing at the Homeless Family Center to get back on their own feet.” The event started at the Orchid Island Beach Club where sponsors were welcomed and escorted to a waiting limousine and champagne for the ride over to the beautiful home of Champ and Debbie Sheridan. When

they arrived, they were treated to a private VIP cocktail reception sponsored by Wilmington Trust with music by Soulfege. When guests returned to the venue it was decorated with birthdaythemed decorations, compliments of Lara’s Theme. The table centerpieces were decorated with birthday cakes

ringed with assorted fresh flowers compliments of Frosting. The Silent auction tables had an array of over 70 fabulous items to bid on, from a golf cart to fine art, jewelry, private chef dinners and more. For more information or to schedule a tour of the Homeless Family Center call 772-567-5537.

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McKee Gatekeepers were the key players instrumental in bringing the former McKee Jungle Garden attraction from the 1930s back from total disrepair and reinventing it as the botanical gardens we enjoy today. Their support has paid off with the tens of thousands of visitors who come to view the amazing garden offerings each year.

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VERO BEACH -- At a formal dinner provided by McKee’s exclusive caterer, Elizabeth Kennedy, the guests of honor were thanked for their efforts to help save and restore the botanical gardens on the 10th year anniversary of its reopening. “We literally would not be able to open our gates if not for the people who are here tonight,” said Christine Hobart, McKee’s Executive Director, at the McKee Gatekeepers dinner held in the Hall of Giants. As guests dined, Board President Earl Morgan and Jim Mitchell performed a one-act play about the life and rebirth of McKee Botanical Gardens and its original founder Ralph Waldo Sexton. Entertainment was provided by the Gifford Middle School quartet Stringsations. The Hall of Giants was built by Waldo Sexton to house what has been called the world’s largest mahogany table.

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Community Calendar Every Friday: Farmer’s Market from 3-6 pm in downtown Vero at the corner of 14th Ave. & 21st St. 772-480-8353. Every Saturday: Oceanside Business Association’s Farmer’s Market, 8 amnoon. Ocean Dr. & Dahlia Ln. www. VeroBeachOBA.com, 772-532-2455. Nov 17-20: 47th Annual St. Helen’s Harvest Festival, Vero Beach Sports Village (former Dodgertown), 3901 26th St., Thurs. 5-9:30 pm, Fri. 5-11 pm, Sat. noon-11 pm, Sun. noon-6 pm, free admission. Nov 18: Master of the King of the Hill Tennis Tournament, The Boulevard & Tennis Club, 1620 Boulevard Village Ln., $8, 5:00 & 6:30 pm. Youth Guidance, 772-770-5040, ircyouth.com Nov 18: Indian River Neighborhood Association Luncheon, guest speaker Jim O’Connor, $15, noon, CJ Cannon’s, 3414 Cherokee Rd. Reservations required. 772-794-4672, exdir.IRNA@comcast.net Nov 18: “Peace of Art” art and craft auction at Storm Grove Elementary, 6400 57th St., proceeds to go to March of Dimes. Free entry, $10 dinner, 772-564-6322. Nov 18: Sue Grafton Book Signing, “V is for Vengeance.” Vero Beach Book Center, 2145 Indian River Blvd., 5 pm. 772-569-2050, theverobeachbookcenter.com Nov 18-20: Festival of Trees, Riverside Children’s Theatre, 3250 Riverside Park Dr., Friday 6:30-10:30 pm Gala Preview; Saturday 4 pm Academy Orchestra playing music from Manheim Steamroller; Sunday 8 & 11 am Breakfast with Santa, 772-2316990, riversidetheatre.com. Nov 19: Astronaut Al Worden Book Signing, “Falling to Earth” at Vero Beach Book Center, 2145 IndiTHURSDAY, NOV. 17

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dinner & dancing. $125, 772-7702309, bbcraun@bellsouth.net Nov 19 & 20: Fall Boat Show at Riverside Park, 3001 Riverside Park Dr., 10 am-5 pm. 772-562-7922, verobeachboatshow.com. Nov 19 & 20: “Blue Collar Blues” ensemble comedy at VB High School of Performing Arts, 1707 16th Ave., $10-$12 reserved seating, 772-5645537, indianriverschools.org/VBHS. Nov 20: Art in the Park, Vero Beach Art Club members outdoor art exhibit, Humiston Park, 3000 Ocean Dr., 10 am-4 pm. 772-231-0303, VeroBeachArtClub.org. Nov 24: Treasure Coast Turkey Trot Against Hunger, 5K run to benefit Harvest Food & Outreach, Riverside Park. Register at 6:30 am; advance reserve at trotagainsthunger.org or Runner’s Depot, 436 21st St., 772-569-7364. Nov 25: Downtown Mainstreet

Christmas, 3:30-8:30 pm, 14th Ave., Black Friday shopping, music and Santa. 772-480-8353, info@mainstreetverobeach.org. Nov 26: Vero Beach Book Center Holiday Open House, pictures with Santa, 2145 Indian River Blvd., 11 am-1 pm. 772-569-2050, theverobeachbookcenter.com. Nov 26: Nutcracker Ballet at VBHS Performing Arts Center, 1707 16th Ave., 2 & 7 pm, $8-$20, Vero Classical Ballet, 772-360-8577 or 772-5645537. VeroClassicalBallet.com. Nov 20 & 27: Art for Animals by Humane Society, 6230 77th St., art show to benefit shelter animals. 10-5 Saturday and 10-4 on Sunday, free admission. 772-388-3331. Nov 29: Jason Vieaux Classical Guitar Concert, 6 pm Reception, 7 pm performance at The Plaza, 884 17th St., $25-$50. Plumbago Volunteer Services, 772=257-8193. Nov 30: Camp Holly Airboat Ride Eco-tour, 11 am-12 pm. Optional lunch. $25-$30, reservations required. Harbor Branch, 5600 US1 North, Ft. Pierce. 772-242-2293, hboi.fau.edu Dec 2: First Friday Downtown Gallery Art Stroll, art galleries and businesses open house receptions all through downtown. Free event, call 772-5625525 or 772-299-1234 for info. Dec 2: Christmas Boat Parade on the Intracoastal, 6 pm. Viewing stations at Vero Beach Marina and Royal Palm Pointe. Dec 3: 5th Annual Art Trail, tour of 10 artists’ studios/homes around Vero, $25, tickets at Vero Beach Art Club office, 772-231-0303 or Artist Guild Gallery, 772-299-1234. www. VeroBeachArtClub.org. To submit your calendar listing please email: verobeachnewsweekly@gmail.com

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Being the biggest doesn’t always mean being the best, but in the case of the Vero Beach Museum of Art – the largest art facility on the Treasure Coast – it most assuredly means that its physical size will be matched by the quality of its world-class art exhibits. The museum offers more than 150 classes and workshops, highly-acclaimed art and humanities programs, special events, a tempting museum store and the dedication of its staff and patrons. Opened in 1986 – largely through the generous philanthropy and hard work of its supporters - the 55,412-square-footfacility situated on seven scenic acres near the Indian River Lagoon is a cultural gem not only for Vero Beach, but also the entire Treasure Coast.

With an expansion and museum improvement program underway, the museum’s Executive Director Lucinda Gedeon, staff and supporters have planned a comprehensive fall-winter season of outstanding exhibits and special events as well as the commencement of Museum Art School classes. To kick-off a fall and winter season of exhibits by hitting the artistic equivalent of a grand slam is no small feat and it also sets the bar of expectations very high for subsequent exhibitions. Yet with a fearlessness inspired, perhaps, by the magnitude of the subject matter, museum officials on Oct. 1 opened “In the Traditional of Wyeth: Contemporary Watercolor Masters” which features two Andrew Wyeth paintings from the museum’s permanent collection plus three additional Wyeths on loan from private

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collectors. Also exhibited are works by ten additional master watercolorists. Museum Executive Director Gedeon said the upcoming slate of exhibits and events has been planned to have broad appeal to art and culture lovers, including favorite sculptures from the museum’s permanent collection. This season will mark the 20th Annual Antiques Show & Sale event commencing with a preview party and patron champagne reception on Jan. 12, 2012

and the show and sale Jan. 13 – 15. “We try to have as much diversity as we can. We want to create a sense of all we can be and there is a conscious decision made as to what’s shown in the galleries,” Gedeon said. Gedeon predicted that this season’s International Lecture Series featuring four speakers prominent in the arts and humanities “will be smashing this year.” Among the four speakers is Andrew Wyeth’s granddaughter Victoria Wyeth, who will discuss her iconic grandfather’s artistic subject matter as well as personal

anecdotes regarding his major works. Major exhibits include In the Tradition of Wyeth: Contemporary Watercolor Masters in the Holmes Gallery through Jan. 15, 2012; Against the Grain: Wood Sculpture by Robert F. Lyon in the Schumann Gallery through Jan. 1, 2012; Matthew Geller: Woozy Blossom, a special installation in the Alice and Jim Beckwith Sculpture Park on display Jan 7 through April 29, 2012; Beyond Reality: Hyperrealism and American Culture in the Holmes Gallery from Feb. 5 through May 13, 2012; Cycle of Change:

Tom Nakashima’s Treepile Paintings in the Schumann Gallery Feb. 18 through June 3, 2012 and Stephen Knapp: Lightpaintings in the Stark Gallery Feb. 18 through June 3, 2012. The Vero Beach Museum of Art is located at 3001 Riverside Park Drive. For information about exhibits, events, art school programs, museum membership and more, call (772) 231-0707. The museum honored donors last weekend at the annual Chairman’s Club Dinner. The photos on pages 29 and 30 are of some of those attendees.

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Trinity Episcopal Church 2365 Pine Avenue 772-569-8165 verobeachchoralsociety.org Dec 9 & Dec 11: Winter 2011 Concert, “Tidings of Joy: Sounds of the Season,” at Dec 9 at 7:30 pm and Dec 11 at 3 pm 3001 Riverside Park Drive 772-231-0707 verobeachmuseum.org Dec 4: Happy Holidays at the Museum, Santa, activities, refreshments, 10-4 pm, free public event

VERO BEACH OPERA verobeachopera.org 772-569-6993 Box Office: 772-564-5537 verobeachopera.org Nov 19: Live at the Met: Phillip Glass’s, Satyagraha, noon, Majestic Theatre, 772-770-0774

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The annual Festival of Trees fundraiser for the Riverside Children’s Theatre is slated for Nov. 19 and 20 VERO BEACH – The Festival of Trees, which supports the Riverside Children’s Theatre, has added an extra breakfast with Santa Claus, to go along with a holiday concert by the Academy Orchestra and the showcase of holiday items. The Festival of Trees is the major fundraising event for Riverside Children’s Theatre. Proceeds beneﬁt the educational and outreach programs of RCT that last year served more the 21,000 children and their families. The Agnes Wahlstrom Playhouse and Anne Morton Theatre complex will be transformed into a winter wonderland with over 50 holiday trees decorated by local business and artisans. In addition there will be wreaths, gingerbread houses and much more. The showcase will be held Nov. 19 and 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Academy Orchestra, under the di-

rection of Thomas Servinsky, will present their holiday concert, A Manheim Steamroller Christmas on Nov. 19 at 4 p.m. The Academy Orchestra is comprised of professional symphony musicians, as well as alumni and advanced musicians from the Treasure Coast Youth Symphony. Breakfast with Santa was such a success last year an extra visit has been added. The breakfasts are slated for Nov. 20 at 8 a.m. and again at 11 a.m. Ticket prices are as follows: Showcase, $7 for adults and $3 for children; Concert, $30 for adults and $15 for children; Breakfast with Santa, $15 adults and $10 for children. The concert and breakfast tickets include admission to the showcase. Tickets can be purchased by calling the box oﬃce at 772-231-6990 or 800-445-6745 or online at www.riversidetheatre.com.

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116 South 2nd Street Fort Pierce 772-461-4775 sunrisetheatre.com Nov 18: The Fab Four, The Ultimate Tribute, 8 pm, $39/$45 Nov 19: Michelle Shocked, 8 pm, $20 advance, $25 at door Nov 20: Chi of Shaoline: Tale of the Dragon, 3 pm, Children-$15, $29/$35 Nov 26: Comedy Corner Anna Collins, 8:30 pm, $15 Nov 26: Kings of Salsa, 8 pm, $29/$35

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Pipa Movida: Definitely a good time scene BY MARK JOSEPH

Approximately year ago Sherry and Jay Herman rented the location of the former Hardwood Grille on U.S.Highway 1, just north of Vero Beach. Having more then 30 years of restaurant experience, both Sherry and Jay wanted to bring something different to the area and thus “Pipa Movida,” a Tapas restaurant, was born. Pulling up to what first appears as a roadside cafe, a small pink building with palm tree painted accents seemed a welcoming sight on this isolated stretch of the highway. After confirming our reservations at the hostess stand, we were cheerfully greeted by Pipa Movida’s co-owner Sherry Herman. “Pipa Movida” in Spanish loosely translates to “good time scene” and as Sherry heralded our arrival with claps of her hands, we knew a good time was in store for us this night. The small dining room was awash in bright colors that included whimsical mermaids gracing the walls. Our table was equally festive, set with linen napkins in flute water glasses and thoughtfully placed with a different color for each guest. When our equally cheerful server arrived, our Pipa Movida experience quickly began at this tapas-only restaurant. Tapas -- small portions -- are what make Pipa Movida such a fabulous find near Vero Beach. Their extensive menu selections, which are designed to be shared, have something to please all palates. Aside from their regular menu of both hot and cold selections, also offered were six separate tapas specials, all of which we

chose to share between the three of us. Pipa Movida’s version of a relish tray (a complimentary sampling of pickled vegetables) arrived just moments after we were seated. The skewered vegetables, which were a mixture of mild to very spicy morsels, set the stage for a variety of flavors soon to follow. The first of six plates to arrive was a trio of soups served in three small bowls that included a rich and creamy potato soup that was true comfort food; a bright and flavorful tomato soup to awaken the taste buds was the next selection, followed by a dark and aromatic French onion soup served in true French tradition with croutons and melted cheese. Next to arrive was a Steak Pizza served Tapas style and topped with asparagus. The pizza included the tenderest of steak bites and the creamiest of cheese, all sitting on a thin, crisp, freshly baked crust. This was truly one of the best small pizzas enjoyed this side of New York. A plate of steamers with a lemon garnish soon followed but was un-

dercooked, gritty and not fresh. Fortunately this dish was the only disappointment of the evening. The clams were soon redeemed by the arrival of tender and succulent scallops; sweet jewels of the sea, each scallop was of generous size and served with a bit of tangy Asian slaw. The dish was just to enough to share. Our next arrival was a plate of small fish tacos, again served skewered with small bits of fresh fish, each wrapped in a mini soft taco shell and served with a more traditional cole slaw. The dish was simple, yet delicious. Finally we were presented with a bountiful bowl of Mussels Diablo; our final selection and the best dish of the evening. The mussels were very fresh and each one more tender than the last. The Diablo sauce was perfectly seasoned with just the right blend of spices and could have easily stood on its own tossed with pasta. We complemented all six plates with a nice bottle of Cabernet and though it was the only Cabernet offered on the menu, the wine was still the best value of the evening at only $24.00.

Our dessert plate selection took us back to our childhood days. A playful trio that included a swirl of carnival cotton-candy perched on the tip of a caramelized banana and served Foster style. Also included in this tasty set was a slice of Key West-inspired key lime pie and a flour-less chocolate cake that was both rich and dense in texture. The trio of desserts was festive and fun and provided a wonderful end to this tapas tour. Dinner before tip: Approximately $100 Wine selection $24

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Mackenzie Smith is nominated for player of the year consideration BY MICHAEL BIELECKI FOR VERO BEACH NEWSWEEKLY

VERO BEACH – They haven’t even stepped on the field yet and already the Vero Beach High School girls’ lacrosse team is making news. Five starters have signed letters of intent to play Division I lacrosse at universities around the country. The five players attending five different colleges on scholarship in 2012 are: Mackenzie Smith, Vanderbilt; Lucy Sexton, Davidson; Gracee Hendrix, Virginia Tech; Olivia Long, Johns Hopkins; and Caitlyn Miller, Longwood University. Smith comes from an excellent lacrosse family. Kent Smith, her uncle,

was inducted into the South Florida Hall of Fame in May. The former St. Edward’s Boys’ Lacrosse coach was part of Hobart College’s 1985 national championship team, and today he owns the local Stickhead Lacrosse shop. “I think it’s great that I’ve had Kent to really be there to spark my interest in lacrosse when I was younger,” said Smith. “He gave me my ﬁrst lacrosse stick and always pushed me to pursue it. I don’t know if he ever thought I’d end up going this far with it, but I’m glad I have -- he’s always proud of me.” Smith was one of 12 players nationally nominated for the prestigious Heather Leigh Albert Award this summer, which serves as an unoﬃcial player of the year honor in girls’ high school lacrosse. “It was, honestly, such an honor to be nominated for HLA,” Smith said. “I was so shocked but, so happy. It’s

nice to know that I stood out among all those girls, especially being a ‘Florida girl.’ Being nominated for HLA was almost more of an honor than getting All America (Smith was an honorable mention All America in 2011) would have been to me.” With 45 goals and 30 assists in 2011,

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The goal of having more space for athletics is now a reality for Master’s Academy. Not only will the school have more room to hold practices for its athletic programs, but it will have more room to share with the community. With a little help from the Tim Tebow Foundation, phase one of their multiuse outdoor court was constructed in just over a month. Started in late August, the court is large enough (94 feet by 78 feet) to play a regulation basketball or volleyball game in accordance with FHSAA regulations through the middle school level. It is designed similar to most high school gyms in that there are four more goals situated in a fashion so that two full-court basketball or volleyball games can be run simultaneously. The project went from dream to reality in May, when Tebow himself accepted an invitation to speak at the school. Tickets for Tebow’s speaking

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-- playing top Division I lacrosse in college,” Smith said. “Vanderbilt was, all around, just the place for me. It had absolutely everything I was originally looking for. I was in a city with a change of seasons, it has top academics, and it has a top Division I lacrosse program.” Hendrix will be counted on for more offense this year from her midfielder position, where three-time All America Courtney Swan played last year. Like her former teammate, Hendrix will spend her college career playing in the state of Virginia. Blacksburg is a place, says mom Julee, that made Gracee feel right at home. “Virginia Tech is a great school for agriculture, and Gracee is president of 4-H here,” Julee Hendrix said. “She really liked it there because it is kind of a ‘cow town’. Being in the ACC,

engagement went for between $35 and $65, where the crowd heard the Heisman Award-winning Florida Gators quarterback speak on his experiences with football, faith and fellowship. ““Last year, our (previous) athletic director (Don Weston) was extremely resourceful in coordinating for our teams to practice on other area courts, but it was a nightmare,” said Master’s Academy Headmaster Dr. Grant Powell. “Having another practice court on our grounds is very necessary, as our grounds are used by a lot of community organizations as well. It wasn’t built just for our purposes, but by the entire community. It is our intent to be good stewards with what we have.” Tebow’s message at dedication of the new courts was conveyed through Tim Tebow Foundation executive director Erik Dallenback, who challenged students and administration alike to use their gifts and talents to their full potential. Using Tim Tebow’s words inscribed on a football he signed for the she’ll get to play at great schools like Virginia, Duke and all the rest.” Over the past several years, Hendrix made it a point to stay involved with 4-H and is currently raising a hog. In spite of a fun visit to Notre Dame -- where she got to see family friend Zeke Motta play in the annual Notre Dame football spring game -she picked Virginia Tech because of the warmer climate and the school’s emphasis on agriculture. While Long will play just a state over from Hendrix in Maryland, Johns Hopkins and Baltimore will offer her an environment that is just right for her. “Johns Hopkins truly has everything I am looking for in a school, and I love the city of Baltimore,” Long said. “It has the academic rigor I am looking for in a school, along with a challenge, athletically. The fact

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The new multipurpose court features one official basketball and volleyball court and two practice basketball courts. school, Erik encouraged them to “Start Strong and Finish Stronger.” Dr. Powell also acknowledged member of the community who participated in the building of the new facility. “With the growth of our high school and our nine varsity sports, we are

outgrowing our facilities,” Powell said at the address. “The addition of this court benefits not only our students, but those athletic organizations that partner with Master’s Academy and use our facilities as well. It’s a redletter day for our school.”

that the men’s and women’s lacrosse teams are the only Division 1 teams on campus also really attracted me.” Miller, also a 2011 All America selection, will play goalie for Longwood University, also in Virginia, in 2012. She has her sights set on becoming a traveling nurse after graduation. Last year was Miller’s first year playing goalie full-time. “She started off as a field player, but she was a goal tender as a soccer player a few years back,” said father Ken Miller. “She has the mentality of putting her body in front of the ball, and lacrosse came easy to her. When Coach (Shannon) Dean saw that her ability was a natural fit as goal tender, the rest has been history.” University of Connecticut was close to getting Miller to sign with them, but she wasn’t ready to make a decision when they wanted. After a trip

to Farmville, Va., and after taking a look at their stellar nursing program, Miller knew she wanted to spend the next four years there. “She decided right after taking a visit,” said Miller. “She’s not too far from Courtney (Swan), and they are kind of close.” Sexton will attend Davidson, which is about 20 miles north of Charlotte, N.C. Davidson has graduated 23 Rhodes Scholars and is one of the top liberal arts schools in the country. A natural scorer, Sexton will be counted on for some of the offense the Fighting Indians lost in graduating high scoring players like Swan, Erin Schroeder, Kalani Pierce, and Sammy MacCurdy. The reigning six-time state champion Lady Indians have a pre-season ranking of fifth in the country and a 60-game winning streak.

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VERO BEACH -- Vero Beach (9-1) travels over three hours on Friday to face East Lake (7-3) in the first round of the FHSAA Class 8-A playoffs Friday night. The game will feature two high-powered offenses, and it promises to be a stiff test for the Fighting Indians on defense. East Lake features junior quarterback Peter DiNovo (1,752 yards passing with 13 touchdowns and 5 interceptions), junior receiver Artavis Scott (836 yards with 9 touchdowns and a 23 yards-per-catch average), senior running back Tyler Lane (902 yards and 13 touchdowns), and senior tight end Stephen Buric (436 yards on 31 receptions) on offense. It is an attack Vero Beach coach Lenny Jankowski calls very well balanced. “They have a good tailback and their quarterback has several good targets,” Jankowski said. “Scott is as talented as anyone we’ve played at the receiver position, and Buric (6-foot-5 and 230 pounds) creates some matchup issues as well. That said, our secondary group is always up to the challenge.” The Vero Beach secondary, also known as the “NoFly-Zone”, has allowed just 102 yards of passing per game this year and is known as much for their pass coverage as they are their hard tackles. Charter members of this crew are junior cornerbacks Dravious Wright and Garthner “Sean” Paul, along with senior Charles Ivory. “The entire No-Fly-Zone crew is excited -- we’ve been waiting to compete against a team that is confident in its passing game,” Paul said. “We’re now able to show everyone what we do best, which is covering receivers.” Paul’s growth spurt since last year saw him grow two inches and gain 10 pounds of muscle, giving him the foundation to lay ferocious hits onto anyone who crosses his path. He’s shown everyone that he’s no longer just a cover corner this year. “My increase in size isn’t what made me hit harder this year, it’s the ‘want-to’ in me,” Paul said. “I go all out for not only me, but for my family at Vero Beach High School -- my brothers on the field and my coaches who act as father figures.” At the other cornerback spot, Wright has proven that a year off from playing football hasn’t affected his level of play. “I went to track practice, saw what a good-looking athlete he was, and I figured he was graduating in the spring,” Jankowski said. “It turned out he was

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Vero Beach High School opens the playoffs with an away game against East Lake. just going to be a junior in the fall. I asked him why he wasn’t playing, and I told him I thought he needed to get back out there. I got to know Dray a little bit after that, and he came to our off-season workouts.” Ivory, who made a transition from playing cornerback to safety this year, has played physical enough to evoke comparisons to the man he replaced in this year’s lineup, Vanderbilt safety Larry Franklin. “Having that year playing with Larry Franklin showed me how important it is to go out there and be physical,” said Ivory, who had two interceptions last week against Santaluces. “Our coaches push us to be great and they don’t let us settle for good.” Being that pass defense hasn’t been a real strength for Vero Beach, the play of the secondary this year seems that much more remarkable. “Those guys in the secondary are a tight-knit group, and (defensive secondary) coach Bryan Rahal

really works with those guys,” Jankowski said. “One guy having success out on the field really elevates another guy’s game -- they make each other better.” Sophomore Will Dawkins and senior E.J. Pryor are also a big part of the secondary, as Jankowski intends to keep employing a defense which features five defensive backs on the field at once. Whatever happens in the playoffs, though, Vero Beach’s secondary will remain a unit. “Sean is like a brother to me, and we’ve been close since we were kids,” Wright said. “We hang out everywhere together even when it’s not related to football.” “To me, we are much more than just football players on the same team -- we are a family,” Ivory added. “In my eyes, that makes us better as a unit. Out there on the field we have trust in each other and we pretty much know the moves that one another are going to make.”

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Obituaries George S. Afentul George S. Afentul, 85, died Nov. 5, 2011 at the VA Medical Center in Riviera Beach. The eldest son of Greek immigrants Stavros & Agape, he enlisted in both World War II and Vietnam. Before retiring in Vero Beach he lived and worked in Fort Pierce and as an oilrig mechanic in Oklahoma City. He is survived by Henrietta, his high school sweetheart and wife of 67 years; daughters, Henrietta (James) Walters and Elizabeth (Michael) Camp; sons, George (Jeanette) and Stephen (Loretta) Afentul; sisters, Helen Dimos and Bertha Maragakes; brother Gust and 16 grandchildren and 30 great grand-children. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Foundation or Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Administration. Online condolences may be expressed at www. haisleyfuneralhome.com

Pamela F. Carr Pamela F. Carr, 48, died Nov. 5, 2011, at the VNA/Hospice House in Vero Beach. She was born in Vero Beach and later explored the Northeast, Canada and the West Coast before returning to Vero Beach. She worked in the food industry and was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Eric Carr of Vero Beach; daughter, Emily Carr of Vero Beach; stepson, Kyle Carr of Vero Beach; her mother, Queenie Foster of Vero Beach; brothers, Garry Foster of Fellsmere, Barry Foster of Lenoir, N.C. and Nathan Foster of Vero Beach; sisters, Nicola Blanton of Sebastian; Sandra Jenkins of Vero Beach and Cynthia Koerner of Winter Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the VNA Hospice, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960. A guestbook is available at www.lowtherfuneralhome.com.

Ethan William Cody Ethan William Cody, infant, died at birth at Indian River Medical Center, Vero Beach. He was born in Vero

Beach. Survivors include his father, Seth Cody of Vero Beach; mother, Taylor Burney of Vero Beach; grandparents, Diana Burney, Billy Burney and April Cody, all of Vero Beach; and great-grandparents, Linda Schaber, Rosa Hubler and Jewell Burney, all of Vero Beach. A guestbook is available at www.strunkfuneralhome.com.

George Roger Crook Retired Col. George Roger Crook, 79, died Nov. 5, 2011, at VNA Hospice House, Vero Beach. He was born in Austin, Texas and lived in Vero Beach since 2001, coming from Rockledge. He retired as a colonel after 26 years with Army Aviation, having served in Vietnam, Iran and Germany. Following his army retirement, he worked 19 years at Kennedy Space Center as a Lockheed project manager. Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Nancy of Vero Beach; son, Carl W. Kuehner of Cocoa; and daughter, Ashley Morgan of Texas. A guestbook is available at www.lowtherfuneralhome.com.

Janet E. Eckel Janet E. Eckel, 82, died Nov. 6, 2011, at VNA Hospice House, Vero Beach. She was born in Arlington, N.J., and lived in Vero Beach for 40 years, coming from Westport, Conn. She was a member of Asbury Methodist Church. Survivors include her husband of 59 years, John A. Eckel of Vero Beach; daughter, Karol Lynn Leiser of Staford, Va.; sons, Kurt Eckel of Black Mountain, N.C., and Kent Eckel of Plant City; sister, Doris McCracken of Barnegat, N.J.; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to VNA Hospice House, 901 37th St., Vero Beach, FL 32960; or www.tchospice.com.

Donald Everett Knapp Sr. Donald Everett Knapp Sr., 79, died Nov. 4, 2011, at his home. He was born in Danbury, Conn., and lived in Vero Beach since 1986, coming from Branford, Conn. He was a member of the

Vero Beach Country Club, VFW, and American Legion, all of Vero Beach. He was a founding member of Christ Church of Vero Beach. Survivors include his wife of 27 years, Mary Lynn of Vero Beach; sons, Donald E. Knapp Jr. of West Haven, Conn., and Paul Sobolewski of Guilford, Conn.; daughter, Mandy Sobolewski of Vero Beach; and two grandchildren. A guestbook is available at www.coxgiffordseawinds.com.

James Earl Laster James Earl Laster, 52, died Nov. 3, 2011, at North Florida Regional Medical Center, Gainesville. He was born in Vero Beach and lived in Mayo for 11 years, coming from his birthplace. He was employed with Indian River County Road & Bridge Division for 23 years. Survivors include his father, James Luther Laster Jr. of Mayo; and sister, Janet Marie Arnold of Mayo. A guestbook is available at www.strunkfuneralhome.com.

Beatrice Anne LoPresti Beatrice Anne LoPresti, 55, died Nov. 8, 2011, at VNA Hospice House, Vero Beach. She was born in Mobile, Ala., and lived in Vero Beach for 23 years, coming from San Antonio, Texas. She was a bookkeeper. She was a member of St. Augustine Episcopal Church, Vero Beach. Survivors include her husband of 27 years, David LoPresti of Vero Beach; sons, Matthew LoPresti of Houston and Michael LoPresti of Vero Beach; daughter, Rebecca Townsend of Mims; mother, Elsie Lilburn of Barefoot Bay; sister, Sarah Kelley of Barefoot Bay; and brothers, Harvey Lilburn of Port St. Lucie and Bert Lilburn of Idaho Falls, Idaho. A guestbook is available at www.lowtherfuneralhome.com.

retirement, he worked as a courier for Citrus Bank. He was a parishioner at Mount Sinai Baptist Church. Survivors include his son, Donald Phillips; brother, Ulysses McGriff; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. A guestbook is available at www. coxgiffordseawinds.com.

Kristia N. Sands Kristia N. Sands, 51, died Oct. 31, 2011, at VNA Hospice House, Vero Beach, after a long battle with breast cancer. She was born in Pontiac, Mich., and lived in Vero Beach and Key West for 22 years, coming from Rochester, Mich. She was the shell curator at the Shell Warehouse, Key West. Survivors include her mother, Nancy W. Sands of Vero Beach, brother, Kenneth A. Sands of Clarkson, Mich.; and sisters, Karen B. Sands and Katharine H. Sands, both of Big Pine Key. Memorial contributions may be made to Visiting Nurse Association & Hospice Foundation, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960. A guestbook is available at www. strunkfuneralhome.com.

Bonnavee R. Strauser Bonnavee R. Strauser, 72, died Nov. 3, 2011, at her home. She was born in Lock Haven, Pa., and lived in Vero Beach for 32 years, coming from Pennsylvania. She was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose 1822 of Vero Beach and the Fraternal Order of Eagles of Vero Beach. Survivors include her daughter, Angela Jackson of Vero Beach; brother, David Hoffman of Clearfield, Pa.; sisters, Madeline Moyer of North Carolina, Carol Hoffman of Youngtown, N.Y., and Donna Hoffman of Howard, Pa.; three grandchildren; and four greatgrandchildren. A guestbook is available at www.strunkfuneralhome.com.

Eddie Lee McGriff Eddie Lee McGriff, 91, died Nov. 7, 2011, at Consulate Health Care in Vero Beach. He was born in Quincy and lived in Vero Beach since the 1940s, coming from his birthplace. Before his

Paul Frederick Welch Paul Frederick Welch, 84, died Oct. 25, 2011, at Consulate Health Care of Vero Beach. He was born in Arlington, Mass., and lived in Vero Beach since

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Aaron L. Findley Aaron L. Findley, 79, died Nov. 9, 2011, at the VNA Hospice House. He

Mary Teresa McKenna Mary Teresa McKenna, 86, died Nov. 7, 2011, at VNA Hospice House. She was born in Philadelphia and lived in Vero Beach for 33 years, coming from New Jersey. She was a member of St. Helen Catholic Church. She was a longtime volunteer at Indian River Medical Center. Survivors include her children, Robert F. McKenna of Wall, N.J., Jacqueline Caminati, Anthony G. McKenna and Dee McKenna, all of Vero Beach, and John H. McKenna III of San Antonio; sisters, Margaret Hurd of Vero Beach, and Sr. Ancilla-Regina Walsh, IHM of Immaculata, Pa.; brother, John Walsh of Margate, N.J.; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to VNA and Hospice Foun-

Elmer Carl “El” Schneider, 90, died Nov. 10, 2011, at The Place at Vero Beach. He was born in Pittsburgh and lived in Vero Beach for 27 years, coming from Lauderdale by the Sea. He was a member of the Vero Beach Elks Lodge 1774; Vero Beach Yacht Club; Loyal Order of Moose 1822, Vero Beach; Masonic Lodge 250 F&AM, Vero Beach; Shriners; Veterans of Foreign Wars; and the Italian American Club. Survivors include his son, Mark R. Schneider of Vero Beach, two grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the Vero Beach BPOE 1774, El Schneider Memorial Fund, 1350 26th St., P.O. Box 158, Vero Beach, FL 32961-0158. A guestbook is available at www.strunkfuneralhome.com.

Judi Lynn Wilson Judi Lynn Wilson, 44, died Nov. 11, 2011, at her home. She was born in Vero Beach and was a longtime resident, until moving to Nashville, Tenn., where she lived for 21 years. While in Nashville, she was involved with the country music industry. She was a 1985 graduate of Vero Beach High School. Survivors include her father and stepmother, George and Sandy Wilson of Boone, N.C.; brothers, Eric Wilson of Boone and Jeff Wilson of Baghdad, Iraq; stepbrother, Casey Miller of Boone; and special friend, Jump Cappelen of Vero Beach. A guestbook is available at www. strunkfuneralhome.com.

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Charles Darrell Ellis, 82, died Nov. 10, 2011, at his home. He was born in Swandale, W.Va., and lived in Vero Beach for more than 40 years, coming from Belpre, Ohio. Before retirement, he was the owner of Suntronics Inc. of Vero Beach. He was a member of the Aero Club of Vero Beach and Masonic Lodge of Belpre. Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Joan; daughter, Carol E. Vann of Memphis, Tenn.; sons, Steven D. Ellis of Dallas and Chuck D. Ellis of Vero Beach; brothers, Carl Ellis of Parkerburg, W.Va., and Robert Ellis of Jewett, Ohio; sisters, Wanda Mullins Butcher of Dille, W.Va., and Gladys Neal and Gloria Bogner, both of Titusville; and two grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1515 Holcombe Blvd., Houston TX 77030. A guest book is available at www.coxgiffordseawinds.com.

Susan L. Foxx, 63, died Nov. 8, 2011, at Indian River Medical Center, Vero Beach. She was born in Woburn, Mass. and lived in Vero Beach for three years, coming from Huntersville, N.C. She was a member of Christ Church, Vero Beach. Survivors include her husband of 40 years, David Foxx of Vero Beach; sons, Richard Foxx and Sean Foxx, both of Huntersville, N.C., and Jeremy Foxx of Lake Mary; mother, Ruth Larrabee of Longwood; brother, Carl Larrabee Jr. of Cocoa; sister, Cynthia Crandall of Manlius, N.Y.; and three grandchildren. A guestbook is available at www.strunkfuneralhome.com.

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Daniel E. Rimes, 51, died Nov. 7, 2011. He was born in Vero Beach and lived there all his life. He was a painter and worked at MMI Moving Water Industries, Vero Beach. Survivors include his daughter, Jennifer Brown of Sebastian; brothers, Donald Rimes and Ronnie Rimes, both of Vero Beach; and one grandchild. A guestbook is available at www.seawindsfh.com/obituaries.php.

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Jack Close died Nov. 9, 2011, at Indian River Medical Center, Vero Beach. He was born in Wyandotte, Mich., and lived in Vero Beach since 1971, coming from Sarasota. Survivors include his stepson, Kim Frosell; and one grandchild. A guestbook is available at www. coxgiffordseawinds/obituaries.php.

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dation, 1110 35th St., Vero Beach, FL 32960. A guestbook is available at www.lowtherfuneralhome.com.

was born in Anniston, Ala., and lived in Vero Beach for 15 years, coming from Rhode Island. Before retirement, he worked as a CNC machinist. Survivors include his wife, Concetta Findley; sons, Stephen and Vincent Findley; daughters, Deborah Iasimone and Karen Iannuccilli; brother, Jeff Findley; and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Hubert, Bill and Jack; and sister, Pauline. Memorial contributions may be made to the VNA/Hospice Foundation, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960.A guestbook is available at www.coxgiffordseawinds.com.

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Walter M. Zeck died at VNA Hospice House in Vero Beach on November 6, 2011. He was born in Germany. His keen interest in the secrets of nature led him into biological research. After completing his education at the University of Bonn, he began a 38year career with the Bayer Company of Germany, where he became Manager of Biological Research out of Vero Beach Laboratories. He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and the former Riomar Bay Yacht Club. He is survived by Erika, his wife of 53 years; his sister Hildegunde with husband Joachim; his daughter Anneli; his son Rainer and wife Tracy; his son Andrew and wife Kelli: and six grandchildren, Kristen, Eric, Emily, Catherine, Patrick and Clara. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Walter’s memory to VNA Hospice, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960. Friends and family may send condolences at www. coxgiffordseawinds.com.

Jeffrey Scott Brown, 43, of Rockville, Md., formerly of Columbia, Conn., passed away on Nov. 10 at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. He is the son of Morton and Ruth (Flaxman) Brown of Vero Beach. Besides his parents, he leaves a sister, Lisa M. Shosteck and her husband Eron. The family has requested that memorial donations be made to the Jewish Foundation for Group Homes, Inc., in memory of Jeffrey Brown, 1500 East Jefferson St., Rockville, MD 20852 or by visiting, www.JFGH.or g. For online condolences please visit, www. carmonfuner alhome. com.

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1980, coming from Toledo, Ohio. He served in the Marine Corps during the Korean War. He was discharged in 1958 with the rank of captain. He was a life member of the Marine Corps League, Indian River Detachment in Vero Beach; a volunteer for the Indian River County Board of Elections; a member of Christ Church of Vero Beach; and a member of the Order of St. Luke the Physician. Survivors include his wife of 20 years, Cora Sjogren-Welch of Vero Beach; sons, Kevin and Sean Welch, both of Lakeland; daughters, Megan Petrie of Walled Lake, Mich., Therese Moylan of Royal Oak, Mich., and Kelly Schoeppner of Walla Walla, Wash.; stepdaughters, Julie Milam of Hinton, W.Va., Cynthia Sperling of Boca Raton, and Clarissa Binkley and Wendy Sjogren, both of Vero Beach; stepsons, Richard Sjogren of Alpharetta, Ga., and Carl Sjogren of Brimfield, Mass.; 24 grandchildren; and four greatgrandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ Church of Vero Beach, 925 14th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960. A guestbook is available at www.strunkfuneralhome.com.

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