For The Good of The Order
Prayer Intentions & Notices

Prayers are needed for our Brothers & Sisters whom are Sick,
or have been called Home.

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you...

Below are notices of sick and deceased, Please keep these Brothers & Sisters in your Prayers.
To post a Notice, Please e-mail State Secretary Pat Sullivan.

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Received 12/24/11
Pray for the Repose of the Soul of Charles McCloskey’s Grandmother

Please pray for the repose of the soul of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442’s Deputy Grand Knight Charles McCloskey’s grandmother who passed away in California.

Condolences may be sent to:
SK Charles McCloskey
6957 Maplebrook Ct.
Las Vegas, NV 89108

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 12/24/11
Pray for the Repose of the Soul of Remigia Marinello

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Remigia Marinello, 93-year-old mother of Donna Marinello-Davis and mother-In-law of Frank Davis of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442. She passed from a massive heart attack to be with her God and Savior at 7:30 PM on December 23, 2011. Donna and I will be traveling to Lakeforest, California. Also, please pray for Donna and me during this extremely trying and stressful time.

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 12/21/11
(Update) Prayer Request for Leona Dube

My mom had to go to the the ICU of Mountain View Hospital late Friday night. She is still in critical condition because of pneumonia which has required her to be on a ventilator. Please keep her in your prayers.

Vivat Jesus,
John Dube
(Council 10442)

Received 12/21/11
Funeral Arrangements for Charlotte Padron

The Funeral Mass for Charlotte Padron; wife of Sir Knight Juan Padron, and member of the Ladies Auxiliary of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442; will be on Thursday December 22nd at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Church; 7260 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas. The graveside service will be at Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Boulder City at 9:20 AM Friday December 23rd. Color Corps has been requested via Faithful Navigator Edgar Castro of Father Joseph O'Callahan Assembly #2820.

Correction for previous announcement: Charlotte passed on Sunday December 18th - her birthday.

Condolences may be sent to:
Sir Knight Juan Padron and family
6481 W. Viking Road
Las Vegas, NV 89103-2153

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 12/19/11
Prayer Request for Robert Marinello (Update)

Please pray for the recovery of Robert Marinello of Prescott, AZ. He is the brother of Donna Marinello-Davis, who is President of the Ladies Auxiliary of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442. Robert was found unconscious at his home by Prescott Police on December 6th after Donna had requested their assistance. When we arrived on December 7th, Bob was comatose with minimal brain wave activity, complete kidney failure and severe dehydration. He remained comatose in the ICU until December 14th. Later MRI testing showed he had suffered two major strokes - one in the frontal lobe and one on the right side of the brain. He is aware of people and his surroundings but has paralysis on the left side of his body. He is still in serious condition but as soon as he is able, Robert will be transferred into an acute rehabilitation facility in Prescott for at least one month. Donna is staying in Prescott to serve as his health advocate and provide moral support. Thank you for your past prayers and please keep praying for Bob, Donna and their 93-year-old mother Remigia.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
(Donna will deliver to Robert.)
Robert Marinello
1794 Commonwealth Street
Prescott, AZ 86301

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 12/19/11
Prayer Request for the Repose of the Soul of Charlotte Padron

Charlotte Padron; wife of Brother Juan Padron, and member of the Ladies Auxiliary of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442; went to be with her Heavenly Father at 2:11 AM on Sunday December 17, 2011. She had pancreatic cancer and died from a heart attack. Please pray for the repose of dear Charlotte’s soul. Also, say a prayer for Brother Juan and their family during this trying time. Arrangements are pending.

Condolences may be sent to:
Brother Juan Padron and family
6481 W. Viking Road
Las Vegas, NV 89103-2153

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 12/10/11
Funeral Mass for Carlos Ramirez

Brother Knights,

The Funeral Mass for Sir Knight Carlos C. Ramirez, Worthy Warden of St. Jude Council 9102, will be held on Saturday morning, December 17th, at 10AM, at Our Lady of Las Vegas church (3050 Alta Drive, Las Vegas, 89107). There will be a viewing beginning at 9AM. Please continue to pray for the repose of his soul and for the Ramirez family.

Vivat Jesus!

SK Joe Kramer, PGK, PFN
St. Jude Council #9102, Grand Knight
Rev. T. Van Skee Assembly #2164, Faithful Admiral
Junipero Serra Province/Nevada District, District Auditor

Received 12/10/11
Prayers Requested by Knights of Columbus Boulder City

Please remember the Doug Blatchford family in your prayers this Holy Season. Brother Doug’s father, Dean, passed away at 1030 December 4th at the wonderful age of 90 years.
The Blatchford’s reside at 1553 Sandra Drive , Boulder City, 89005. Doug is long time active member of Saint Andrew Council 8078 in Boulder City

Received 12/08/11
PRAYER REQUEST FOR JOHNNY FAURIA

BROTHER KNIGHTS:
Our Brother Johnny Fauria of Council 12845 in Gardnerville had a tumor in his brain removed Tuesday at Renown Hospital in Reno. Please keep him and his Wife Mary in your Prayers. Thank You.

John Solt DD 5
Gardnerville, NV

Received 12/07/11
Prayer Request for Robert Marinello

My wife Donna received a telephone call from Prescott, Arizona Police Department that her brother Bob is in ICU on a ventilator. He is a brittle diabetic who may have collapse in his home two days ago. Donna and I will be driving to Prescott early December 7th. We do not know when we will return to Ls Vegas. Donna's mother is 93 and her only son is experiencing life-threatening medical problems. Please pray for the recovery of Donna's brother Robert Marinello and for Donna and me during this very stressful and trying time.

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 12/07/11
Prayers Requested on Death of Brother Len Yelinek's Mother

Received the follow from Brother Len. His Mother's journey is over and she has received her Blessed Reward. Let us pray for our Brother and his family that they may be at Peace. Pray that Our Lord will Loving accept his mom, Dorothy into His Presence.
Thank You!
Ray Troik

Ray -- Could you ask fellow Knights to pray for the soul of my mother, Dorothy Yelinek, who died Sunday (12/4/11) evening, at the age of 99, after three years in hospice.
Thanks,
Len Yelinek

Received 12/07/11
Prayers for Carlos Ramirez

Brother Knights,
I have the very sad task of informing you that Sir Knight Carlos Ramirez, Worthy Warden of St. Jude Council 9102 and member of Msgr. John J. Lambe Assembly 611, has been granted eternal reprieve from his suffering. Our Lord called him home around 8:30 on Monday evening, December 5th. Please pray for the repose of his soul and also pray for his family.

Vivat Jesus!

SK Joe Kramer, PGK, PFN
St. Jude Council #9102, Grand Knight
Rev. T. Van Skee Assembly #2164, Faithful Admiral
Junipero Serra Province/Nevada District, District Auditor

Received 12/07/11
Prayers Requested for DD #7 Vic Edwards

Prayers are requested for District Deputy #7 Vic Edwards. He was admitted into the Nellis AFB Hospital late Sunday evening with complications of pneumonia and asthma. He will be there for at least the next 2 to 3 days; room 9 on the third floor; please keep him in your prayers for a speedy recovery.

Fraternally,

Ray Gardea
State Warden

Received 12/02/11
Carlos Ramierez - Status

Carlos Ramirez a brother knight at St. Jude Council 9102. I went by to visit Carlos at CareMeridian on Carmen and Buffalo and he wasn't there. However, his daughter was and she explained that he has been ill and was moved to UMC (where he will be for about a week more) until his antibotics he is taking are finished. Then he will be moving to a hospice. According to his daughter he is in room 1515 on the fifth floor of UMC so keep him in your prayers or stop by if you can.

Thomas J Thorn, Sr.
Nevada State Administrative Asst.
"Jezu ufam Tobie" - "Jesus, in Thee I trust."

Received 12/01/11
Prayers Requested for Jeanne Kurvers

Information received Noon December 1st:
Jeanne Kurvers, wife of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 Past Grand Knight Theo Kurvers, had her knee replaced on November 10th. On November 23rd when Jeanne had a appointment with our physician for routine matters, the doctor wanted to see the scar. When she looked at it, she let out a “oops” and called in another doctor. They both decided that action was required. Jeanne ended up at emergency in Sunrise Hospital where she was admitted and surgery was performed to “clean out” the infected knee. On November 28th Jeanne was moved to Kindred Hospital for “maintenance”. This involves daily blood samples for analysis and two types of drugs administered by IV every 8 hours. The infection is caused by two of the most serious “bugs” and the medication is known to attack the liver and kidneys. A daily check is needed to prevent this from happening. The maintenance period is an estimated six weeks. Jeanne’s attitude is great. She feels OK but gets tired easily. She can have calls and visitors at Kindred Hospital (702) 784-4300, Room 628, 2250 E. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas. Pray that ALL will go smooth from now on and that Jeanne will be home before next year!!! Say a prayer of support for Brother Theo.

Get-Well Cards may be sent to:
Jeanne Kurvers
10429 Shoalhaven Drive
Las Vegas, NV 89134-7108

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 11/30/11
Passing of Mary Sue Rhea

Please pray for Mary Sue Rhea, wife of PGK Harry Rhea, Sacred Heart Council 1340, Ely. She was called home this morning after a short illness.

Received 11/30/11
Passing of Gerry Gervais

Gentlemen,
Several of us were fortunate to visit Brother Gerry earlier this month and awarded him with his Lifetime Membership Card, he was 98- years old. Please pray for the repose of Gerry's soul and for his surviving wife, Agnes who remains at Eastern Plumas Hospital Assisted Care facility (read more below). If any of you can make it to the 10- AM Mass at Holy Family Parish, the family would appreciate it very much.

From: Anthony Martinez
Subject: Gerry Gervais
To: "greg sprigg"
Date: Tuesday, November 29, 2011, 8:48 PM

Greg, Following up on my telecon, we received the sad news that Gerry Gervais passed on Thanksgiving Day at the Eastern Plumas Hospital Full-Care Facility. Obituary will be published in the Reno paper before the week-end. The Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 AM at Holy Family Parish in Portola.

As you know, Gerry was a member of Council 7322 and Bishop Manogue Assembly. I have known Gerry for more than thirty years and I know from personal experience that he was the epitomy of a Catholic gentleman, deeply devoted to his faith. He and his wife Agnes celebrated their 72nd anniversary earlier this year. They were the right hand of all of the Pastors at Holy Family Parish for the past 40- years or more, assisting and caring for the church building, altar and finances.

Gerry retired from the Western Pacific Railroad after serving as a brakeman and conductor for 42 years in the days of steam engines and Pullman cars. He retired from railroading and has resided in Portola, CA since 1946. In September 1943 he was drafted into the U.S. Navy. His military service saw combat action in the Pacific at Leyte Gulf and Okinawa where Kamikaze attacks were experienced for weeks on end. Other noteworthy accomplishments were his term as mayor of Portola.

I certainly hope that some of our brother Knights will be able to attend the Mass. Thanks for your assistance.
Tony Martinez

Vivat Jesus!

Greg Sprigg, Grand Knight
"Christ the King" Council #7322

Received 11/29/11
Sir Knight and Brother Eugene Gurner’s Memorial Mass

Valerie; the daughter of Brother Eugene (Gene) Gurner of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442; Sir Knight of Father Joseph O’Callahan Assembly #2820; and Color Corps member; says the Memorial Mass will be on Wednesday December 7th at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Church. Brother Gene will be cremated. There will be no wake. She will be taking the ashes home to Cleveland after the Memorial Mass. Color Corps has been requested. All 4th Degree Knights are requested to wear tuxedo and social baldric in honor of this Knight and march in behind the Color Corps.

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 11/28/11
Prayers Requested for SK Eugene Gurner Who Passed 11/17/2011

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Brother Gene. Gene's daughter is fly in from Cleveland. Arrangements will not be known until at least Monday.

Dear Sir Knights: It is with deep regret that I inform you of the passing of another Brother Knight. SK. Eugene (Gene) Gurner went to meet with Our Lord at about 6:00 pm. Thursday November 17, 2011. He was at the Nathan Adelson Hospice on North Buffalo at that time. Kathy and I had finished our visit with Gene at 5:17pm. I left his rosary by his side. Please pray for Brother Eugene Gurner.

John Privitera
Faithful Admiral
Assembly 2820

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 11/28/11
Pray for repose of soul of Mrs. Gladys Allen

Fellow Knights;

Please add to your prayer list Mrs. Gladys Allen, the mother of Tom Allen, GK 11512 (Wells).

Mrs. Allen died peacefully on Friday, Nov. 25th in Green Bay, WI. Visitation and Rosary will be at Schaff's Funeral Home in Milwaukee (West Allis) today and Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mathias Church on Tuesday followed by interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Mrs. Allen is 96 and until recent years enjoyed good health while working as an RN at the Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Infirmary and volunteered for many community service programs all while fervently practicing her Catholic faith.

Please remember Mrs. Allen and all the Allen Family in your prayers.


Fraternally,

Jim Currivan, FS

Received 11/28/11
Prayer Request for DD Tom Peacock

Brothers,

District Deputy Tom Peacock and his family need our prayers. He will be having a biopsy on Tuesday. He has been ill for the past several weeks. His treating physician has conducted several test and has scheduled the bioposy on Tuesday morning.

Fraternally,

Jim Kelly, IPSD

Received 11/27/11
Passing of Jim St. Mary

Please pray for the repose of Jim St. Mary’s soul, (brother of Gene St. Mary, P.S.D, F.M.) who passed away November 26th in Washington State. He is survived by his wife Shirley, seven children and four brothers. Gene and Bettie will be leaving to go to Washington State in a couple of days.

You may send condolence cards to:
Mr. & Mrs. Gene St. Mary
2094 La Hacienda Dr.
Sparks, Nevada 89434-3425

Fraternally,

Carl "Ted" Aceto, P.S.D.

Received 11/26/11
Sir Knight John Ventura Memorial Service Wednesday, November 30,2011

Brothers,

Memorial Services for Sir Knight John Ventura, Member of Fr. Francisco Garces Council 5693 and Msgr. John J. Lamb Assembly 0611 will be held Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at St. Francis De Sales, 1111 Michael Way, Las Vegas.

Rosary will begin at 10:00 am
Mass will follow Immediately after the Rosary is Finished.
Reception will take place after Mass at Msgr. LaVoy Hall.
Interment will be at Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Boulder City In the late afternoon.

Color Corps is Requsted at the memorial service.

John passed away early morning on November 16, 2011 from complications of his extended illness.

--

David W. Strait, P.S.D.

Received 11/26/11
Arrangements for SK Albert "Tip" Cunningham

Brother Knights,

As previously reported, SK Albert “Tip” Cunningham has been called home by Our Lord.

Following are the arrangements:

The viewing will be on Tuesday, November 29th, from 3pm-7pm at the Palm Mortuary,
7600 S Eastern Ave, Las Vegas.
The Knights will say a rosary at 6pm.

The Mass will be on Wednesday, November 30th, at 10:30am, at St. Viator Church,
2461 E Flamingo Road, Las Vegas (at Eastern).

Once again, please pray for the repose of his soul and also pray for the Cunningham family.

Vivat Jesus!
SK Joe Kramer, PGK, PFN
St. Jude Council #9102, Grand Knight
Rev. T. Van Skee Assembly #2164, Faithful Admiral
Junipero Serra Province/Nevada District, District Auditor

Received 11/25/11
Prayers Requested for Tony Stephenson

Tony Stephenson's wife called me this morning to let me know that Tony is in the hospital in Carson City "Renown", he is recovering from a heart attack on Tuesday. She said they caught it early enough that it didn't do to much danage and he is doing good. So we need to keep Tony and his family in our prays. Will update soon.
Thank you.

Gene Kinney GK of Dayton #13924

GOD BLESS

Received 11/23/11
Prayers Requested for Carmine Lo Bianco III (Update No. 2)

Donna and I just visited Sir Knight and Brother Carmine Lo Bianco III; member of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442; who is in rehabilitation in room 222-B at Torrey Pines Care Center at Oakey and Torrey Pines in Las Vegas. He is going to dialysis three times per week. He is working hard to regain his strength after his hospital stay in order to go home as soon as possible. If you know Carmine, he is his usual amiable self. He would enjoy visitors and cards. Pray for Brother Carmine’s recovery and for his darling wife Marie.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Sir Knight Carmine Lo Bianco III
812 Whitehollow Ave.
North Las Vegas, NV 89031-1457

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 11/23/11
Prayers for Tip Cunningham

Brother Knights,

It is with great sadness that I must relate to you that, this morning, the Lord called home his faithful servant, Albert “Tip” Cunningham. Please pray for the repose of his soul and also pray for the Cunningham family.

There have been no further arrangements made at this time.

Vivat Jesus!
SK Joe Kramer, PGK, PFN
St. Jude Council #9102, Grand Knight
Rev. T. Van Skee Assembly #2164, Faithful Admiral
Junipero Serra Province/Nevada District, District Auditor

Received 11/22/11
Charter Sir Knight needs our Prayers

Carmine Lo Bianco who is now in rehab center (Oakey & Torrey Pines)and his Lady Marie-a couple that did many hours of volunteer work for Senior groups, usher, cooking for O’Callahan’s meat balls and pasta fundraisers, Knights of Columbus degree officer and many more events-a couple that lives Knight of Columbus Family Couple for life. Carmine.. a happy go lucky guy needs our prayers- he is accumulating water in his system and this is a very serious condition..

Thank You & God Bless
Peter C. Ilardo F.C.

Received 11/22/11
Correction - Prayers Requested for Brother Tipp Cunningham PGK FDD

An update--

Our brother Tipp Cunningham was taken to Desert Springs hospital. Room 201 MICU (intensive Care). He has some blood clots near his heart, he is 93 years old. Please keep Tipp in your prayers, and they do allow visitors. Father Bill and Father Rinn have administered the Anointing of the Sick. This is very serious for Tipp and he might not make it. (I just visited with him a few hours ago along with Rick Sherman, but he was not concious) If you plan to pay Tipp a visit get their soon.

Vivat Jesus
Ray Lanfear Grand Knight
Council 8282, St Viator.

Received 11/22/11
Prayers Requested for Brother Tip Cunningham

Charter Brother Knight for Council 8282, Tip Cunningham, was admitted yesterday to Desert Springs Hospital, ICU. Brother Tip is in grave condition with blood clots close to his heart. Please keep Brother Tip in your prayers tonight and every day until he recovers from this condition. Questions can be forwarded to GK, Ray Lanfear 661-670-9036 or PGK Rick Sherman 812-8412

Vivat Jesus
Rick Sherman

Received 11/19/11
Prayer Request for Repose of the Soul of Brother Stephen Estill

Please pray for repose of the soul of Brother Stephen Estill of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 and Sir Knight of Father Joseph O’Callahan Assembly #2820. Sir Knight Steve Estill passed to his Heavenly Father on November 18, 2011 from an embolism. His son John will contact me with the arrangements.

Please send sympathy cards to:
The Stephen Estill Family
2301 Redwood St. #3401
Las Vegas, NV 89146-0838

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 11/18/11
PRAYER REQUEST for Joan McKenzie - Funeral

Brother Knights:

Our good Friend and Brother Knight, Bill McKenzie lost his loving wife, Joan, who has been called home to the Lord. She has been ill for a few years now with emphysema and Bill has been her care giver. Her Funeral Service will be at St Gall's Church on Friday, November 25th at 1:00 pm. Please Joan, Bill, and their family in your Prayers.

John Solt DD-5
Gardnerville

Received 11/18/11
Prayer Request for Sir Knight and Brother Michael Clinton (Update No. 2)

Please continue praying for the complete recovery of Brother Michael Clinton of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 who is undergoing chemotherapy treatments and is scheduled to start radiation treatments for his cancer. He is also a Sir Knight in the Father Joseph O’Callahan Assembly #2820 at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Church.

From his wife Susan on November 17:

Would you please ask the Knights to continue to pray for Mike. He has two more chemotherapy sessions scheduled as well as a series of Radiation Treatments over the next six weeks. The prayers make all the difference in the world, and are much appreciated.

Thanks,
Susan Clinton

Also, say a prayer of support for Susan and their family during these very trying times.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Sir Knight and Brother Michael Clinton
8635 W. Sahara Ave. #588
Las Vegas, NV 89117

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 11/18/11
Prayers Requested, SK Eugene Gurner Called Home

Dear Sir Knights: It is with deep regret that I inform you of the passing of another Brother Knight. SK. Eugene (Gene) Gurner went to meet with Our Lord at about 6:00 pm. Thursday November 17, 2011. He was at the Nathan Adelson Hospice on North Buffalo at that time. Kathy and I had finished our visit with Gene at 5:17pm. I left his rosary by his side. Please pray for Brother Eugene Gurner.

John Privitera
Faithful Admiral
Assembly 2820

Received 11/14/11
Prayers Requested for Sir Knight and Brother Eugene Gurner (Update No. 2)

As of November 14th 4:35 PM.

Brother Eugene (Gene) Gurner of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442, and Sir Knight of Father O’Callahan Assembly #2820 is in need of our prayers. He has been diagnosed with lung cancer and has just started chemotherapy at Mountain View Hospital. As of now, no visitors have been requested. Please pray for Brother Gene’s recovery.


Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 11/14/11
Prayers Requested for Carmine Lo Bianco III

Brother Carmine Lo Bianco III; member of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442; has been admitted to Mountain View Hospital, 3100 N Tenaya Way, Las Vegas Phone: (702) 255-5000. He can have a limited number of visitors. Pray for Brother Carmine’s recovery and for his wife Marie.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Brother Carmine Lo Bianco III
812 Whitehollow Ave.
North Las Vegas, NV 89031-1457


Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 11/07/11
Funeral for Wife of SK Bill Williams on 11-11-11 at 2:00 p.m. - Prayers Requested

The wife of SK Bill Williams has gone to see heavenly father. She past on Sat 11-5-2011. She has been under Hospice care. The Memorial service will be held on Fri 11-11-11 at St John the Baptist Catholic Church in Laughlin Nv at 2:00 P.M. Please keep her in your prayers. She will be missed by all.

Grand Knight Fred Wells council 12690 Laughlin

Received 11/07/11
Update on Gene Gurner

Gene has been moved to room 324.

John Privitera

Received 11/06/11
Prayers Requested for SK Gene Gurner

Brother Eugene Gurner has been admitted to Mountain View Hospital.
He is currently in an Emergency Room - room. [#13]
1 visitor at a time.

Gene was having trouble breathing and walking. He was scheduled to be admitted to Hospital Monday, for a lung biopsy, but was rushed there on Sunday afternoon. With the assistance of Brother Antonio Tatalo.

Gene has very little family here in Nevada since the passing of his Mother earlier this year. He would appreciate any visit or call once he is admitted.

Please pray for S.K. Eugene Gurner’s quick recovery.

John Privitera, PGK, FDD
Faithful Admiral
Fr. Joseph O’Callahan S.J.
Assembly 2820

Received 11/06/11
Prayers for a Knight's Wife

Brothers,

Please pray for Tony Zappa's wife, Marge. She is undergoing more tests to determine the cause of her blackout the other night while working the Auction at Christ the King. They're not sure at this time what caused it but she is undergoing MRI etc to correctly determine the cause. Council 14144 thanks you for your prayers. Suggest a rosary between the afternoon games and the evening game and calling on Fr. McGivney to help too. I'll keep you advised of her condition; please keep praying.

Ray Troik

Received 11/04/11
Prayer Request for Brother Stephen Estill

Please pray for the recovery of Brother Stephen Estill of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 and Sir Knight of Father Joseph O’Callahan Assembly #2820. Sir Knight Steve Estill has been hospitalized since October 31st with pneumonia and has had it for several months. He is not able to begin chemotherapy until the pneumonia is cleared up. Steve has one of the most aggressive types of cancer in both his neck and chest. He is in ICU at UMC and No Visitors Allowed at this time. As of 5:00 PM November 4th, the prognosis does not look promising. Please keep him in your prayers during this critical time. This Brother and Sir Knight never fails to help those in need so we should help him with our prayers.

Please send Get Well cards to:
SK Steven Estill
2301 Redwood St. #3401
Las Vegas, NV 89146-0838

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 11/01/11
Brother Tony DaPra's Funeral Arrangements (UPDATE)

UPDATE as of Tuesday 8:10 AM:

The Rosary will start at 9:15, not 9:30 AM.
The family wants this to be a celebration of Brother Tony's life, so the ladies are requested to wear bright colors. Sharyn plans to be in yellow. Many Knights and friends are expected to attend so bring light food to share to the St. Joseph Center for the luncheon.

Original message follows:

Funeral Arrangements for Sir Knight and Brother Anthony (Tony) F. DaPra of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Council 10442.

District Color Corps Callout has been approved. In honor of this exemplary Knight, Fourth Degree Knights are requested to wear tuxedo and social baldric, and march into the Church following the Color Corps. Other members and Ladies Auxiliary members are requested to march into the Church behind the Color Corps and Fourth Degree members. The Grand Knight will read and present to the widow and family the Council's Scroll of Condolence and Family Bible. Since there is no viewing, the Father Joseph O'Callahan Assembly Faithful Navigator Edgar Castro will present the Fourth Degree plaque and Assembly's Scroll of Condolence to the widow and family.

Visitation:
No viewing, visitation or wake.

Rosary:
9:30 AM Wednesday November 2nd. (NOW 9:15 AM)

Funeral Mass:
Saint Joseph, Husband of Mary, Roman Catholic Church
10:00 AM Wednesday, November 2, 2011 (All Souls Day)
7260 W. Sahara Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89117

Luncheon to follow:
11:00 AM in St. Joseph Center by the Women of the Resurrection. (Bring light food to share.)

Burial:
Thursday November 3rd (Family Only)
Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery
1900 Buchanan Blvd.
Boulder City, NV 89005
(702) 486-5920

Donations:
The family requests no flowers or donations.

Cards of condolence may be sent to:
Mrs. Sharyn DaPra
7121 Lakeland Road
Las Vegas, NV 89145-6027

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 10/31/11
Funeral Arrangements for Sir Knight Anthony DaPra

Funeral Arrangements for Sir Knight and Brother Anthony (Tony) F. DaPra of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Council 10442.

District Color Corps Callout has been approved. In honor of this exemplary Knight, Fourth Degree Knights are requested to wear tuxedo and social baldric, and march into the Church following the Color Corps. Other members and Ladies Auxiliary members are requested to march into the Church behind the Color Corps and Fourth Degree members. The Grand Knight will read and present to the widow and family the Council's Scroll of Condolence and Family Bible. Since there is no viewing, the Father Joseph O'Callahan Assembly Faithful Navigator Edgar Castro will present the Fourth Degree plaque and Assembly's Scroll of Condolence to the widow and family.

Visitation:
No viewing, visitation or wake.

Rosary:
9:30 AM Wednesday November 2nd. (NOW 9:15 AM)

Funeral Mass:
Saint Joseph, Husband of Mary, Roman Catholic Church
10:00 AM Wednesday, November 2, 2011 (All Souls Day)
7260 W. Sahara Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89117

Luncheon to follow:
11:00 AM in St. Joseph Center by the Women of the Resurrection. (Bring light food to share.)

Burial:
Thursday November 3rd (Family Only)
Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery
1900 Buchanan Blvd.
Boulder City, NV 89005
(702) 486-5920

Donations:
The family requests no flowers or donations.

Cards of condolence may be sent to:
Mrs. Sharyn DaPra
7121 Lakeland Road
Las Vegas, NV 89145-6027

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 10/31/11
Prayers Requested for the Repose of the Soul of Sir Knight Anthony F. DaPra

Pray for the repose of the soul of Brother Anthony (Tony) F. DaPra of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 and Sir Knight of Father Joseph O’Callahan, SJ Assembly #2820 who passed to his Heavenly Father at 2:00 PM on October 29, 2011 at Mike O'Callaghan Federal Hospital in Las Vegas. This exemplary Knight and man will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Pray for support during these trying times for his dear wife Sharyn and their family. Arrangements are pending.

Condolences may be sent to his family at:

Mrs. Anthony DaPra
7121 Lakeland Road
Las Vegas, NV 89145-6027

and

Past Grand Knight Paul DaPra and family
6248 Lauren Aston Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89131

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 10/29/11
Prayers For Steve Corder

I wish to ask for prayers for Steve Corder who is currently confined at the John Muir Hospital in Walnut Creek, CA. He was rushed unconscious to the hospital and is now undergoing dialysis and treatment. Thank God, he is responding well to treatment. He has acquired rhabdomyolosis. Please help me pray for his complete recovery.

......Blessings....

John E. DeBord, Grand Knight
St. John Vianney Council 13842

Received 10/29/11
MEMORIAL SERVICES FOR SK DEACON RICHARD SARVER

A Memorial Service will be held for SK Deacon Richard Sarver on:
Friday, November 4, 6 p.m.

St. Francis DeSales Catholic Church
1111 Washington Blvd
Las Vegas

SK Deacon Sarver was an honorary life member of both Fr. Francisco Garces, Council #5693 and Lambe Assembly for 20+ years, Las Vegas. He also served as Lambe Assembly?s Chaplain for several years. He transferred to St. Francis of Assissi, LaQuinta, CA when the family moved to California, but was a long-time member of Council #5693. At the time of his passing, he was a current member of Lambe Assembly.

If you have any questions, please call Curly Iniquez at 870-8031.


Macedonio "Curly" Iniquez, PSD
Nevada Fr. McGivney Chairman

Received 10/29/11
Prayers requested for Mary Sue Rhea

Mary Sue Rhea, wife of PGK, PDD Harry Rhea of Sacred Heart Council 1340 was admitted to Sunrise Hospital in Las Vegas.
Prayers are requested for her speedy recovery.

Thank you
Harry Rhea

Received 10/25/11
Prayers Requested for Brother Anthony (Tony) DaPra (Update No. 4)

Update received Monday October 24th at 1:20 PM:

Sharyn DaPra just called. Brother Tony has been moved to the second floor across from the ICU at Mike O'Callaghan Federal Hospital in Las Vegas. The doctors say he is going down fast with dropping blood pressure and internal blooding. The family is enroute to the hospital.

Sir Knight and Brother Tony DaPra of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 is an exemplary Knight who has been very active in the Knights for many years. Please continue praying for our Brother Knight and for his wife Sharyn and their family.

Cards may be sent to:
Brother and Mrs. Tony DaPra
7121 Lakeland Road
Las Vegas, NV 89145-6027

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 10/20/11
Brother Carlos is at Care Meridean Hospice Please Visit

Brother Carlos Ramirez is at Care meridean hospice , on Carmen av, Buffalo south to pass Vegas Drive Carmen is on your Right Before Lowes.
He is Awake But allways in pain He can talk and will recognice you, please visit him he need company.


Jose Sotelo

Received 10/18/11
Prayer Request for Bob Johnson

The Knights of Columbus Council #2511 are asking for prayers for Bob Johnson and his family. Mr. Johnson is the grandfather of the wife of Grand Knight Dan Mahlberg. During a hiking trip, Mr. Johnson had a severe fall, causing broken bones, a puntured lung, and trama to his head. He is currently in ICU in a Denver, CO hospital. Please pray for his recovery and for his family.

God Bless
Jim Conner, FS
Elko Council #2511
"IN GOD WE TRUST"

Received 10/17/11
Prayers for Gene St. Mary

Prayers are requested for GENE ST. MARY, P.S.D. who will be having surgery on Monday, October 17th.

Please send Get Well cards to:
Gene St. Mary, P.S.D.
2094 La Hacienda Drive
Sparks, Nevada 89434-3425

Fraternally,
Carl "Ted" Aceto, P.S.D.

Received 10/17/11
Prayer Request for Wife of Brother Felix Peries

Please pray for the recovery of the wife of Brother Felix Peries of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442, in Sri Lankan who has had three operations on her neck. Brother Felix also ushers at the Sunday 10:00 AM Mass. Please pray for his wife’s complete recovery and for Brother Felix and their family.

Cards of support may be sent to:
Brother Felix Peries
6501 W. Charleston Ave. #240
Las Vegas, NV 89146

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 10/17/11
Prayers Requested for Sir Knight and Brother Eugene Gurner (Update)

Brother Eugene (Gene) Gurner of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 and Sir Knight of Father O’Callahan Assembly #2820 continues to experience health problems. Please pray for Brother Gene’s speedy and complete recovery.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Sir Knight and Brother Eugene Gurner
1409-C Santa Margarita St.
Las Vegas, NV 89146-9303

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 10/17/11
Prayer Request for Sir Knight and Brother Michael Clinton (Update)

Please continue praying for the complete recovery of Brother Michael Clinton of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 who is undergoing chemotherapy treatments. He is also a Sir Knight in the Father Joseph O’Callahan Assembly #2820 at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Church. He has completed five of eight chemotherapy treatments. He says the first week after a treatment is rough and then they wait two weeks before the next treatment. He says so far so good with the treatments. Also, say a prayer of support for his wife Susan and their family during these very trying times.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Sir Knight and Brother Michael Clinton
8635 W. Sahara Ave. #588
Las Vegas, NV 89117

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 10/16/11
Ben Farias's wife Debbie has breast cancer - Request Prayers

My wife Debbie was diagnosed with inflammatory breast cancer last week. Please ask our brothers to pray for her recovery and God's help during her treatment and recovery. Debbie and I will be married 40 years next May 6th.

God Bless,

S.K. Ben Farias
council 14784
Holy Spirit Parish
Las Vegas

Received 10/10/11
Prayers Requested for the Repose of the Soul of Joan Shaw

Joan Shaw; wife of Brother James Shaw of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442; has been called Home. Please pray for the repose of Joan’s soul, and for Brother James and their family during these sad times.

Condolences may be sent to:
Brother James Shaw
3232 Shoreheight St.
Las Vegas, NV 89117-3322

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 10/10/11
Prayers Requested for Brother Anthony (Tony) DaPra (Update No. 3)

Update as of Monday October 10th at 10:30 AM:

Just talked to Sharyn. Brother Tony remains at Mike O'Callaghan Federal Hospital, 4700 Las Vegas Blvd. N, Nellis AFB, NV 89191 (Northeast of the intersection of East Craig Road and Las Vegas Blvd. (Hwy. 604)). Hospital Phone No.: (702) 653-2222. He can receive visitors but they must gown-up, wear a mask, use hand sanitizer, and must not touch Tony to avoid infections. Sharyn requested that you call her before you go to see Tony so there are not too many visitors at the same time. Also, it can give her a break.

Sir Knight and Brother Tony DaPra of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 fell while in the hospital and fractured his hip. They cannot operate due to his other medical conditions, so the doctors are going to allow the hip to heal naturally. Due to his medical conditions, this is estimated to take from six weeks to six months to heal. Please continue praying for our Brother Knight, for his dear wife Sharyn and their family.

Cards may be sent to:
Brother and Mrs. Tony DaPra
7121 Lakeland Road
Las Vegas, NV 89145-6027

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 10/08/11
Prayers Requested for Mable Bongiorno

Brothers: Prayers are requested for Mable Bongiorno who has had three heart attacks in the last month. She is now in rehab at Summerlin Hospital. Short Visits of 15 minutes or less are welcome.

Please send Get Well cards to:
SK John Bongiorno
7829 Morning Flower lane
Las Vegas, NV 89129

Fraternally,

Thomas Moran, PGK
Nevada State Council
Communications Chair

Received 10/06/11
Prayers Requested for Brother Anthony (Tony) DaPra (Update No. 2)

Update received October 6th at 12:28 PM:

Brother Tony DaPra of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 fell while in the hospital and broke his hip. They cannot operate due to his condition. They are going to put him in a rehab facility. NO VISITORS at this time. Sharyn will let us know which rehab facility he will be going to, but there still won't be any visitors allowed. Please continue praying for our Brother Knight, for his dear wife Sharyn, and their family.

Cards may be sent to:
Brother and Mrs. Tony DaPra
7121 Lakeland Road
Las Vegas, NV 89145-6027

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 10/06/11
Prayers Requested for Brother Anthony (Tony) DaPra (Update No. 1)

Brother Tony DaPra of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 and Sir Knight of Father Joseph O’Callahan Assembly #2820 is back in the hospital at Nellis Air Force Base to have the water pumped from his stomach. Please continue praying for this Sir Knight and one of Council 10442's mainstays who is always there when he can; for his wife Sharyn, who is a valued Ladies Auxiliary member; and their family including his son Council 10442 Past Grand Knight Paul DaPra and his family, including Tony's Columbian Squire grandson Blaine.

Cards may be sent to:
Brother and Mrs. Tony DaPra
7121 Lakeland Road
Las Vegas, NV 89145-6027

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 10/04/11
Prayers Requested for passing of Brother Roy Scott

Worthy Brothers:

We have lost a Dear Brother & an usher from the 7:30 am mass

For I’m sadden to report that Brother ROY SCOTT (Step-Father of Brother Jerry Roldan) has left us, on October 3, and was called home to be with our Heavenly Father.

Please pray for the repose of his soul, and for support for his dear wife Violet, and their family during this trying time. Please keep our Brother Roy Scott, in your thoughts and Prayers.

Funeral Services will be:
Thursday October 6 at 1:00 pm at St. Francis of Assisi in Henderson, NV.
Reception after mass at Anthem View Club in Sun City

Jesus Avila, Grand Knight
St. Francis of Assisi Council 13456

Received 10/04/11
Prayers Requested for Gail Dukie

Prayer request for Gail Dukie. SK Richard Dukies'wife, Deputy Grand Knight Council 12690 Laughlin Nv. Gail is in the WRMC Hospital in Bullhead city Az. She cannot breath on her own, and very sick. Please pray for her.

Thank You,
Grand Knight Fred Wells
Council 12690 Laughlin Nv.

Received 10/02/11
Passing of Father Tom Langenfeld

Father Tom Langenfeld, CSV, 79, former Pastor of St. Viator's Church, passed away on Saturday, October 1, 2011, as a result of an accident at his Las Vegas home. Born August 13, 1932 in Princeville, Illinois and was ordianed in 1960 in Joliet, Illinois. Father Langenfeld was an educator and served two terms as Superior General prior to his assignment to St. Viator's, Las Vegas from 1994 to 1999. He was Director of Clergy formation and served part time ministry at Guardian Angel Cathedral during his retirement. Father Tom was a true supporter of the St. Viator's Council #8282's yearly Lenten Friday Fish Fry.

Visitation is scheduled at St. Viator's Church on Wednesday, October 5 at 10:00 a.m. with a Memorial Mass following at 11:00 a.m.. Services will also follow later at St. Patrick's Church in Kankakee and burial following at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside, Illinois.

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Father Tom Langenfeld.

Respectfully submitted,
Joe Quagliano, PGN, PFN
State Church Director

Received 10/02/11
Funeral Services for June Morin

Br. Knights,

It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of Sister June Morin wife of Br. Bob Morin (PGK&PFN). June was called home on Monday evening. June was fighting a very aggresive cancer in her brain and lungs. We will miss her at our council functions. Her Funeral arreangements are as follows:

The viewing will be held from 3:PM to 7:00PM on Friday 10/07 at Palm Mortuary located at 7600 S. Eastern (There will be a Rosary said @ 6:30PM).

The mass will be held at 10:00AM on 10/08 at St. James the Apostle Catholic Church located at 1920 Martin Luther Dr.


Ronald Wiedmyer
Financial Secretary
Las Vegas Council 2828

Received 10/02/11
Prayers Requested for Relief of Brother Knight Illness

Dominic Ricciardi PGK from St. Andrew Co. 8078 a member of Rev. VanSkee Assy. 2164 is in Saint Rose San Martiene Hospital. He has multiple urinary problems and has been passing blood. Your Prayers for Brother Dominick would be greatly appreciated. I will keep you updated as his condition hopefully improves.

Fraternally:
Robert J. Hartman
DD-12/FN

Received 10/01/11
Prayers requested for 978 member Michael Fraide

Prayers are requested for 978 member Michael Fraide.
Micheal's condition is described in the following note from Micheal's wife Barbara.

Since Mike's stroke in August he has been very busy every Friday (his day off) with doctor's appointments, lab work, CT scan, etc., etc. Today he had 4 appointments - a VERY busy day.

Good News: The "tumor" that the neurologist has been "following" for the past 9 years is not a tumor. (I have learned so much since I started going with him to his appointments!) It is a "bundle of veins" in or behind his right eye. It appears to have not changed since his opthalmologist found it in 2002. Mike's vision is 20/20 and his eye's are very healthy. He does have a fairly well developed cataract, but it is not ready for removal yet.

Scary News; Part I: Mike not only has severe obstructive sleep apnea, he also has central sleep apnea. This means that his body does not help him to restart his breathing as it should during the night. He's to be fitted for his CPAP mask this week. The machine will include a "device" which will restart his breathing during the night. We're not sure how we're going to fit in the setting up of this machine, because . . .

Scary News; Part II: His neurosurgeon wants to do a laser craniotomy to remove the two small areas of Mike's brain where the bleeds occurred in August. There is concern that his cancer may have returned, and this is the only way they can determine this. He wants to do the surgery next Wednesday!!

Mike and I are scared to death!! but are trying very hard to stay positive. There is a risk of neurological impairment following the surgery even if there is no cancer.

Vivat Jesus,
Pat Stoll
F.S. 978

Received 09/30/11
Thank you: Prayers For State Warden Ray Gardea

I want to thank all my Brother Knights, their families & friends for their prayers during the period before & after my extensive dual back operation on 26 Sep 2011 at Mt. View Hospital, Las Vegas, NV. I’m confident all your prayers are the direct result of having me back home within 2 days after the operation; healing & recovery will be slow but the future looks bright. Please continue to keep Rose & me in your prayers for a speedy recovery. Take care & God bless each & everyone one of you.

Vivat Jesus,

Ramiro “Ray” Gardea
State Warden

Received 09/30/11
Prayers for Buenaparte Garibay

Brother Knights,

As previously reported, St. Jude Council 9102 Deputy Grand Knight Alex Garibay's father, Buenaparte, was killed in an automobile accident on Saturday, September 24th.

The viewing will be at Davis Funeral Home & Memorial Park - Las Vegas (6200 South Eastern Avenue, Las Vegas, NV, 89119 - near Eastern & Sunset) on Sunday, October 2nd, from Noon until 8PM.

There will be a Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Las Vegas (3050 Alta Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89107 – between Valley View and Rancho) on Monday, October 3rd, at 10AM.

Please continue to pray for Buenaparte, Alex, and the entire Garibay family. Thanks.

Vivat Jesus!

SK Joe Kramer, PGK, PFN
Knights of Columbus
St. Jude Council #9102
Grand Knight
Rev. Theodore Van Skee Assembly #2164
Faithful Admiral
Junipero Serra Province – Nevada District
District Auditor

Received 09/29/11
Passing of June Morin

Br. Knights,

It is with great sadness that i announce the passing of Sister June Morin wife of Br. Bob Morin (PGK&PFN). June was called home on Monday evening. June was fighting a very aggresive cancer in her brain and lungs. We will miss her at our council functions.

Ronald Wiedmyer
Financial Secretary
Las Vegas Council 2828

Received 09/28/11
Prayers Requested for Brother Anthony (Tony) DaPra (Update)

Brother Tony DaPra of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 has returned home after a stay in the hospital due to a small stroke. His right arm and hand have lost much of their feeling. He continues on dialysis four times per week. Please continue praying for this exemplary and fighting Knight as well as his wife Sharyn, who is a valued Ladies Auxiliary member, and their family. Brother Tony would enjoy receiving a phone call.

Cards may be sent to:
Brother and Mrs. Tony DaPra
7121 Lakeland Road
Las Vegas, NV 89145-6027

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 09/28/11
Prayers for Mike Rura

Brothers,

Please pray for the recovery of SK Mike Rura. He has been hospitalized for cardiac problems and is in need of our prayers.

Brother mike is a member of Msgr. Lamb Assembly 611, and the father of PGK Tom Rura of Fr. Francisco Garces Council 5693.


David W. Strait

Received 09/28/11
Prayers for the passing of Buenaparte Garibay

Brother Knights,

It is with great sadness that I report that Buenaparte Garibay, father of St. Jude Council 9102 Deputy Grand Knight Alejandro Garibay, was called home by Our Lord suddenly on Saturday, September 24th. Please say a prayer for Buenaparte, Alejandro, and the entire Garibay family.

Vivat Jesus!

SK Joe Kramer, PGK, PFN
Knights of Columbus
St. Jude Council #9102
Grand Knight
Rev. Theodore Van Skee Assembly #2164
Faithful Admiral
Junipero Serra Province – Nevada District
District Auditor

Received 09/21/11
Prayers requested for Steve Estill

Steve Estill is in serious shape & very worried about a problem with his throat. He is waiting for biopsy result. He could use prayers.

Thanks Rusty

Peter Ilardo

Received 09/21/11
Prayer Request for Sylvia Brasuell

Sylvia Brasuell, daughter of Advocate and Membership Director Wade Brasuell of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 and his wife Alicia Secretary of the Ladies Auxiliary, will undergo major skin graft surgery on Friday September 23rd in Greeley, CO. On Saturday September 10th, Sylvia dumped boiling bacon grease on her hand and suffered 3rd Degree burns to her hand. The surgery will remove 5 inches of skin from her back to rebuild her hand. Alicia is on her way to Greeley to be with Sylvia. Sylvia is an actress. Please pray for Sylvia’s speedy and complete recovery and say a prayer of support for the Brasuell family and for a safe journey for Alicia.

Cards may be sent to:
Brother Wade and Alicia Brasuell
9444 Navy Blue Ct.
Las Vegas, NV 89117

Fraternally,

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 09/18/11
DEACON RICHARD SARVER : CALIFORNIA MEMORIAL

A Memorial Service will take place for Deacon Richard Sarver on:

Wednesday, September 28, 2011
11:30 am
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Palm Desert, CA

A Memorial Service in Las Vegas is pending.

Macedonio "Curly" Iniquez, PSD
Nevada Fr. McGivney Chairman

Received 09/17/11
Mass and Prayer Service for Air Races Workers and Attendees

Brother Knights and All Who Worked the Reno Air Races

Father George Wolf, Chaplain for the Knights of Columbus Council 4928 at Holy Cross Catholic Community in Sparks, will conduct a special Mass and Prayer service for those who were involved with the Reno Air Races. The service is primarily for those who worked from or with the Council at the Air Races, but is open to any and all who wish to attend. The service will be held at 3:00 PM at Holy Cross at 5650 Vista Boulevard, Sparks, Nevada 89436. The Prayer Service and Mass will be held tomorrow, Sunday Sep 18 at 3:00 PM At Holy Cross

Please give this announcement widest dissemination.


Mark Foxwell
Council 4928 Reno Air Races Coordinator

Received 09/16/11
Passing of Deacon Richard Sarver

Please pray for the family of Deacon Richard Sarver who passed away Sep. 15, 2011 in California.
Deacon Sarver served under Msgr. LaVoy at St. Francis De Sales.
He was a former member of Fr. Francisco Garces Council 5693, and a Sir Knight of Msgr. John J. Lamb Assembly.
Arrangements will be announced in the next few days.


David W. Strait

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Sir Knight Deacon Richard Sarver Called Home

It is with great sadness that I tell you about the passing of Sir Knight Deacon Richard Sarver. Deacon Sarver was called Home at 4 p.m., September 15 at Eisenhower Medical Center, Rancho Mirage, CA. Deacon Sarver was an Honorary Life Member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a past member of Fr. Francisco Garces, Council #5693, and a Fourth Degree Member of Lambe Assembly, Las Vegas, for 20 years. At his time of passing, he was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Council, in LaQuinta, CA. The Sarvers currently live in Palm Desert, CA.

Cards of condolences may be sent to the family at:
38521 Cactus Lane
Palm Desert, CA 92260

Many of us personally knew the Sarvers for many years when they lived in Las Vegas, so if you wish to speak to his wife, Sylvia, please call her at 702-339-7608.

Funeral arrangements are pending.

Please keep the Sarver Family in your thoughts and in your prayers at this most difficult time.

Macedonio (Curly) Iniquez, PSD
Nevada Fr. Michael J. McGivney Chairman

Received 09/15/11
Prayers for the father of Robert Flaherty

Robert Flaherty,s father passed last week. We are requesting prayers for Bob and his family and for the repose of the soul of his father..


Hank Maglia,
Grand Knight
Council 10780
Pahrump, NV

Received 09/15/11
Prayers for SK Floyd Monty

We are asking for prayers for SK Floyd Monty, who is currerntly in a assited living home in Las Vegas. Floyd has been the greeter at Our Lady of the Valley Church in Pahrump for many years. He is a life member of council 10780. Any Knights in Vegas who can visit him it would be great.. He is at the Victorian Center..1895 Priccila st. LV...off Hollywood and Lake mead... Hopefully he will be able to return to Pahrump, after a bit of rehab...It is haed for the Knights in Pahrump to get there as most of them are a little older.

Thank You all

SK Hank Maglia
Grand Knight
Council 10780
Pahrump, NV

Received 09/12/11
Prayers Requested on Passing of SK John Nolan - Color Corps Callout 10/1

This notice is inform all Sir Knights that Sir Knight John Nolan (know as Jack Nolan) has passed on 9-03-2011 to meet Heavnly Father.

Color Corps Call out is for Oct 1st at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. Located at:
3055 El Mirage Way, Laughlin Nv 89029.

Service to be held at 11:00 Am Oct 1st. Everybody is invited.

Jack was truly loved by all of us here at Council 12690 in Laughlin Nv. He will be truly missed. Any questions please call Grand Knight Fred Wells.


Fred Wells, Grand Knight
(702) 298-5359

Received 09/12/11
Prayer for the Soul of Doroteo, (brother of Artemio Coronel)

Dear Relatives and Friends,
Please pray for the eternal repose of Doroteo Coronel my brother, who died Sept. 12 at 4:00 am, may he rest in the peace of our Lord.

GOD BLESS,
Artemio
Council 14544
Las Vegas, NV

Received 09/11/11
Prayers Requested on Passing of baby Joseph Mahinay

Brothers- Blessings from Our Lord!!! I wanted to inform all the Brothters about Baby Joseph Robert Mahinay passing away early Saturday morning. Joseph was born 1 pound, 3 onces and had a huge uphill struggle. In His wisdom, the Lord took Joseph home to eternal life and happiness.
We pray for the parents and for Barry and Susie Simpson. As always, I remain your servant....john


John E. DeBord, Grand Knight
St. John Vianney Council 13842

Received 09/11/11
Prayer Request on the passing of Vernon Tirado

Brothers-

I received word that our Lord and Heavenly father has called one of our Brother Knights home. For I’m sadden to report to you, that Vernon Tirado has passed away Friday September 9.

Brother Vern was very activated in our Church and the Knights of Columbus, He was an usher at the 11:30 Mass, He help out with the Hospitality, He also help out during the St. Francis of Assisi Feast days for many years.

Please pray for the repose of his soul, and for support for his dear wife Elsie, and their family during this trying time.

Please keep our Brother Vern, in your thoughts and Prayers

Arraignments are pending.


Jesus Avila
Grand Knight
Council 13456
Henderson NV

Received 09/09/11
Prayer Request for Critically ill Child

Brothers- Please keep in prayer this young baby and the Simpson Family (Please read below). I received an email from Barry Simpson earlier today and this baby (weighing 1.3 pds) is in crtically ill condition and is fighting for its life. Blessings to all.....john

Brother Grand Knight,
Dear Brother John
Today a child was born. His name is Joseph Robert Mahinay and he weighs 1 pound and 3 ounces. This child is only 24 weeks old and is fighting for his life.
Doctors and Hospital Staff only gives this child 50% chance to live.
Susie Simpson is the Grandmother and Drew Mahinay is her Son. Drew and his wife Dominique gave birth at 5 pm St Marys Hospital.
I am asking all who reads this, please pray for this child.
Brother Barry Simpson

John E. DeBord, Grand Knight
St. John Vianney Council 13842

Received 09/09/11
Prayer Request for Dorothy Cherney (Mother of SK David Cherney)

Brother Knights:

Please keep Dorothy Cherney and Family, Mother of our Brother Sir Knight David Cherney of Assembly 2777 and Council 12845 of Gardnerville in your Prayers. She passed away early today (Sep 8th.)

Thank You,
John Solt DD 5
Gardnerville

Received 09/02/11
Prayer Request for Brother Vincent Zappia

Brother Vincent Zappia of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 fell and fractured a vertebra in his back. Please pray for Vincent’s speedy and complete recovery and say a prayer of support for his wife Virginia, who is a Ladies Auxiliary member, and their family.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Brother Vincent Zappia
7208 Abode Hills Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89113-3040


Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 08/31/11
PRAYERS NEEDED FOR LYNN BURTON (PAT & RUSTY RUSTIGIAN'S DAUGHTER)

Please keep Pat & Rusty Rustigian's daughter, Lynn Burton in your prayers. She is critically ill and has been hospitalized.

God Bless,

Jim Mc Cawley
Council 11029

Received 08/25/11
Update on FA John Bobos' Health

John has had his surgery, all went very well, and his is recuperating as well as can be expected. He should be home sometime next week.

For your and council info, starting Sept. 1, 2011 I will be assigning a permanent agent to your council, as John has just been helping out till I could find a new agent. Thanks go out to John for all his help and I will be getting you all of the info on your next agent early next week. Dan del Villar leaving left us with a hole to fill and now I feel we really have a great guy to take over and represent the Knights with our good ole professional tradition. You will like the agent I am assigning to your council.

Thanks for your councils and your support during this time of transition.

God Bless,
Jerry Pitzer
General Agent
760-930-4304
jerald.pitzer@kofc.org

Received 08/25/11
Prayers Requested for Carmelo Giambra and Joseph Giambra, Sr.

From Brother Joey Giambra, Jr. of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 (edited):

Hello, Brother Knights: This is Brother Joey Giambra, Jr. I am asking for prayers for my uncle Carmelo Giambra who may pass at any time. And for his 80-year-old younger brother who is hurting - my father Joseph Giambra, Sr. My Uncle is in New York and we are here in Las Vegas. Thank you.

Cards may be sent to:
Brother Joey Giambra
4673 Ashington St.
Las Vegas, NV 89147

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 08/25/11
Continue Prayers for PAT CARDINAL - Medical Update

Brother Knights: Keep the Prayers coming. The proof in the power of Prayer is written below. Pat and brother Ray are still in need of all your Prayers.

Vivat Jesus
John Solt DD 5
Gardnerville

Good Morning All,

Yesterday, (24th) Donna Schehl, Ruth Rich and I visited Pat and Ray. What a wonderful sight, Pat was sitting up in her hospital bed minus her respirator. She was alert and very aware. She was able to whisper a few words at a time and remembered she was supposed to take notes at the Food Closet’s board meeting last night.
What a joyous visit. All I can say is thank you God. I am so grateful.
Love,
Cynthia
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Hello Again – More good news from Ray via the McRoberts – Bill & Claudi
Bill & Claudi,
I just had a call from Ray Cardinal ( Wednesday, 1:10pm)– there is MORE GOOD NEWS!!!
Pat is off the respirator completely now. She has been talking to Ray and even gave him a kiss! Ray said her voice is pretty raspy due to the tubes being down her throat. She recognizes him and others in the room. He said the doctors are very happy and are now talking about moving her to a rehab facility to complete her recovery.
Would you please forward this info to your distribution list? I don’t know who you have been sending updates to so thought you could do it. Feel free to edit this if you get further info on her condition.
We are all just thrilled that our prayers have worked – GOD IS GREAT!!!
Don

I love this good news!
Barb
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Hello All -----
We just talked to Ray from the hospital room (9:30am today) – things are getting “better & better” Her eyes are open and she is following activity. They are disconnecting the respirator today. Needless to say, Ray is on cloud nine, however, she is still critical (hasn’t started talking yet) and needs our prayers.
Claudi & Bill

Received 08/25/11
EWTN Prayer Intention Card from Knights of Columbus

Dear Terry Lush,

Knights of Columbus has sent you an online Prayer Intention card from the EWTN website.

To view your card, follow the link below.

http://www.ewtn.com/vinformation/view.asp?id=730353863825143227

(If your email program does not support the auto opening of your web browser, then copy and paste the above URL into your web browser's location field.)

If you have any problem viewing your card contact jburson@ewtn.com

God Bless,
Eternal Word Television Network (EWTN)
http://www.ewtn.com

Received 08/24/11
Knight's Son needs prayers

Terry Lush, son of Eugene Lush, had a surgery this morning in Indiana. It the addition of a stimulator for his system [cardio]. He is recovering for the next 6 weeks hopefully with his mom and dad. Say a prayer for him and for Eugene and family. Thank You!

Say a big prayer. Terry needs them and so does Eugene and family.

Thanks

Ray Troik
Grand Knight
Council 14144

Received 08/23/11
Prayer Request on the passing of Augie Benedetti (brother of Al Benedetti)

PGK Al Benedetti, Council 8282, requests the prayers of our brother Knights for the repose of the soul of his brother Augie Benedetti (Pocatello, Idaho) who passed away unexpectingly last night, Pray also for Brother Al and his family. Brother Al will be leaving for Pocatello Thursday morning to attend the funeral.

Rick Sherman, PGK
Council 8282

Received 08/21/11
Prayers Requested for Brother Anthony "Tony" DaPra

Brother Tony DaPra of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 has been admitted to Summerlin Hospital on Saturday August 20th with internal bleeding of an unknown cause. He continues on dialysis four times per week. Please continue praying for this exemplary and fighting Knight as well as his wife Sharyn, who is a valued Ladies Auxiliary member, and their family.

Cards may be sent to:
Brother and Mrs. Tony DaPra
7121 Lakeland Road
Las Vegas, NV 89145-6027

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 08/19/11
Prayer Request for Earlene McCloskey

Mrs. Earlene McCloskey; mother of Deputy Grand Knight Charles McCloskey of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442; is in Palm Desert Hospital with a lung embolism. Please say a prayer for Earlene’s complete recovery, and say a prayer of support for her husband, Brother Chuck and their family.

Cards may be sent to:
DGK Charles McCloskey
6957 Maplebrook Ct.
Las Vegas, NV 89108


Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 08/17/11
PRAYER REQUEST RAY & PAT CARDINAL

BROTHER KNIGHTS:

Pease keep our Brother Sir Knight and past FN Ray Cardinal and his Wife Pat in your Prayers.

Pat collapsed at home Saturday morning. Ray found her on the floor and then called 911. The Paramedics took her to CVMC ER. After stabilization, they took her by helicopter to Renown where special facilities were available to deal with the massive clots in her lungs. Apparently the clots were so big that her heart was (and is) being overloaded. Therefore the clots need to be reduced ASAP to remove the strain on her heart. Unfortunately the meds administered for clot reduction caused massive bleeding so the procedure was terminated (about midnight). A new attempt will be made this afternoon.

Vivat Jesus
John Solt DD 5
Gardnerville

Received 08/14/11
Prayers for Dennis Rice

Brother Knights,

Dennis Rice; The brother of Kathleen Banos, Is in dire need of our prayers. He is now in Chicago, and they have put him on “Observational Care.” He does not have much longer to live. - Maybe ‘hours’. Dennis suffers from Acute Pulmonary Fibrosis. He is [a young] 66 years old. [Kathy is the former president of “The Women of Saint Joseph”] Kathy was forced to resign due to her brother’s illness.


Vivat Jesus!

SK John Privitera, PGK, PFN
Knights of Columbus
St. Anthony of Padua Council 14544
Charter Grand Knight
Father Joseph O’Callahan Assembly #2820
Faithful Admiral

Received 08/12/11
Prayers for Carlos Ramirez

Brother Knights,

I have just been informed that Carlos Ramirez, Warden of St. Jude Council 9102, Our Lady of Las Vegas, has just been diagnosed with cancer of the esophagus. Please say some prayers for our Brother Carlos.


Vivat Jesus!

SK Joe Kramer, PGK, PFN
Knights of Columbus
St. Jude Council #9102
Grand Knight
Rev. Theodore Van Skee Assembly #2164
Faithful Admiral
Junipero Serra Province – Nevada District
District Auditor

Received 08/08/11
John Bobos Medical Leave, Request Prayers

Brother Knights,

I will be in the Chicagoland area until August 29th. I will be there having treatment for my Prostate Cancer. During this time, if my Brother Knights have an emergency or will be in need a Field Agent, please contact my General Agent Jerry Pitzer at 760-930-4304. Sorry for the inconvenience. Please keep me and my Family in your prayers.


John Bobos
Field Agent
Knights of Columbus
Phone: 702-684-7992
john.bobos@kofc.org

Received 08/07/11
Prayers Requested for Doreteo Coronel

Brothers,

Doreteo Coronel, Brother of St. Anthony of Padua Church Director Artemeo Coronel, is in critical condition with COPD, Pneumonia, and cancer. Please pray for his recovery.


Fraternally,

Tom Moran, PGK
Nevada State Council
Communications Chair
Awards/Reports Chair

Received 08/07/11
Prayers Requested for Claude Ostgaard

Brothers;

Please remember in your Prayers Claude Ostgaard who is about to undergo Life Extending Surgery for the Removal of his Kidneys. He had two baseball size Tumors on each of his Kidneys and this Drastic Surgery is an attempt to keep him alive. He will obviously require Hemodialysis until and if he is strong enough for Kidney transplants, if ever.

This is happening up in Washington state and is currently scheduled for tomorrow (Sunday).

May the Blessing of Our Lord Jesus Christ be with him and his family as they face this extremely difficult choice.


VIVAT JESUS

Brother Thomas Boganski
Council 9899, Las Vegas, NV

Received 08/03/11
Passing of Br. Roland W. Belanger of Lovelock Council 11174

Br. Knights,

Br. Joe Melancon (FIC) and I recently learned that Br. Roland W. Belanger from the inactive Lovelock Council 11174 passed away on 9 April. He was 85. Please pray for the repose of Br. Belanger's soul.


Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

NOTE: Since there was not a current FS from Lovelock to submit a Form 100 for him, I have contacted the Supreme Council and passed along Br. Belanger's obituary. They have since notified me that they have now recorded Br. Belanger's passing.

Received 08/01/11
Passing of Brother Jerry Pierce

Brothers- Our Lord has taken one of our Brother Knights home. I reported last week that Jerry Pierce was gravely ill and I received word earlier today that Jerry has passed on. Please keep our Brother and his family in your thoughts and prayers. There will be a Memorial at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Cemetery at 1 PM on Wednesday 3 August, 2011.

Respectfully,

John E. DeBord
Grand Knight
St. John Vianney Council 13842

Received 07/25/11
Prayers Requested for Mickey Ortner

Mickey Ortner, Widow of Merlin "Bud" Ortner passed away in California. Bud was a Charter Member of Saint Andrew Council 8078, in Boulder City. He was also a Sir Knight in the Rev. Van Skee Assy. Funeral Sevices for Mickey were on Monday July 25, in Tustin, Calif. Prayers for the repose of her soul are requested.

Fraternally: Robert J. Hartman DD-12

Received 07/25/11
Funeral Arrangements For Supreme Secretary Emilio Moure

CONNECTICUT
Mass of Christian Burial
Tuesday, July 26, at 10:00 a.m.
St. Mary's Church <http://www.stmarys-priory.com>
5 Hillhouse Avenue
New Haven, CT 06511

Most Rev. William E. Lori
Bishop of Bridgeport & Supreme Chaplain
Principal Celebrant & Homilist

CALIFORNIA
Memorial Mass
Thursday, July 28 at 6:30 p.m.
Santiago de Compostela Church <http://santiagochurch.com>
21682 Lake Forest Drive
Lake Forest, CA 92630

Most Rev. Tod D. Brown
Bishop of Orange in California
Principal Celebrant & Homilist

Priests or bishops that would like to concelebrate either Mass are welcome, but are asked to please RSVP to stephen.feiler@kofc.org

Please note that no wake services will be held.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to:
Mrs. Rebeca Moure
c/o Office of the Supreme Knight
1 Columbus Plaza
New Haven, CT 06510-3326
USA

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree Chalice Fund which will present chalices to graduates of the new Saint Charles and Saint Ambrose Seminary upon their ordination to the priesthood. The late Supreme Secretary helped coordinate the Supreme Council's support of the construction of the seminary, and he was present for its dedication in November, 2010.

Checks may be made out to "Knights of Columbus Charities Inc." (tax deductible) with "Chalice Fund" in the memo line and mailed to:
Dennis J. Stoddard
Supreme Master
Knights of Columbus
1 Columbus Plaza
New Haven, CT 06510-3326

For questions about funeral arrangements, please contact stephen.feiler@kofc.org

Received 07/23/11
Prayers for Emilio Moure and family

Brothers,

I have received word that Brother Emilio B. Moure, past State Deputy of California (2006-2007) and current Supreme Secretary has passed away this morning. Emilio has been a member of our Order since 1985. He was a member of James Cardinal McIntyre Council 6332 and of the Santiago de Compostela Assembly, both in Orange County.

I ask all Knights and their families to pray for Emilio, for his wife Rebeca, their two sons and granddaughter. Will distribute information concerning funeral arrangements and where to send Mass cards and other words of condolence to the family.

May the prayers of the Venerable Fr. Michael J. McGivney and all the Saints intercede for our Brother before the Father.


Fraternally,

David M. Ryan
State Deputy

Received 07/20/11
Geoff Brunner's Obituary

Excerpt from http://www.recordcourier.com/article/2011110719853

Geoff Brunner

July, 19 2011

1937-2011

A memorial service is 5:30 p.m. Aug. 10 at St. Gall Catholic Church for Gardnerville resident Geoff Brunner, 73, who died July 3, 2011, in Reno. Mr. Brunner was born Nov. 20, 1937, in Pittsburgh, Pa., and grew up in Pennsylvania. He served in the Navy and as an officer in the Pennsylvania State Police until he moved west to Arizona. He later moved to California where he provided security for Southern Pacific Railroad, and later owned a crowd control security company until retirement. He was an active member of the community, a member of the Douglas County Sheriff's Citizens Patrol and Saint Gall Catholic Church. He loved his work with the Immaculate Heart of Mary Council 12845 of the Knights of Columbus.

He was also a respected state officer in the Knights and was recently elected Knight of the Year by his Council.

He loved trains big and small and was a former head of the Northern Nevada Garden Railway Society.

He is survived by his wife Patricia Evans Brunner and many friends.

Received 07/18/11
Prayers Requested for Joy Sotelo

Brothers and Sisters:

Please pray for the speedy recovery of Joy Sotelo, 96 year old Mother of Bob Sotelo, FS of St. Anthony of Padua Council 14544. Mrs. Sotelo suffered a stroke.

Fraternally,

Tom Moran, PGK

Received 07/18/11
PRAYER REQUEST FOR DEE GONZALES

DEE IS THE WIFE OF OUR DEACON AND BROTHER KNIGHT EMILIO GONZALES AT ST,GALLS. IN GARDNERVILLE.
PLEASE KEEP BOTH OF THEM IN YOUR PRAYERS.

VIVAT JESUS
JOHN SOLT, DD 5

PLEASE KEEP ME IN PRAYERS, I WENT IN FOR BLOOD WORK, CAT SCAN AND MRI THIS A. M. ON MY BRAIN. WAS NOT ABLE TO GET A DR'S APPT. RIGHT AWAY....UNTIL THIS MORNING

I HAVE EXPERIENCED AN AWFUL PAIN (NOT HEADACHE) IN MY HEAD AND ON MY FACE. I WAS IN CHURCH LAST SUNDAY AND I HAD TO LEAVE. I WAS SICK TO MY STOMACH, THINKING I WAS HAVING A HEART ATTACK OR A STROKE. WILL KEEP YOU POSTED THANKS, DEE

Received 07/17/11
Prayers for Ida Perry

Hi Tom,

Sometime ago you asked if we would like to have the K of C Brothers pray for Ida. Don't know why I didn't ask before, but we can use all the prayers available. Please place Ida on the list whenever it is possible!

She was in the Hospital for 5 days, because she had too many medications that didn't help and needed to be detoxified and start over. Hopefully this will help her along with more prayers!

Thanks for everything!
Gabe

Gabe Perry is the oldest living Past State Deputy of Nevada (1960-62) and he has been married to Ida for over 70 years.
Thomas Peacock, DD #1

Received 07/17/11
Update on Sharon Cortez

Please pray for Sharon Cortez, wife of Don Cortez, Youth Programs in Council 4997 in Reno.

He added this:
After all the tests the doctors determined she had an extreme infection in her Kidney. She does have a stone, but they are more concerned about a syst theyt found that is infected in her kidney. It has sent the infection to her blood stream. They say that is the big problem. She was admitted to ICU last night and is going through medication to try and kill the infection. She is under a lot of pain so she loves her morphine. Off to see her now I will keep you all updated as I know more. Thank you all for your concern and prayers. I am sure Jesus will take care of my little smiley face. He always has and will. She just keeps on smiling with all she is going through.

Vivat Jesus
Thomas Peacock, DD #1

Received 07/16/11
Prayers Requested and Journal Update Notification for Logan Solt

Please keep My brother's Great Grandson in your Prayers.

John Solt
DD-5

Dear John,

A new journal entry titled Take Down in Omaha was posted on Logan's CaringBridge website at 10:50:00 PM on Jul 15, 2011.

Read the latest update and show your support at: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/logansolt

Viewing CaringBridge on Your Mobile Phone?
Read the latest update on (http://m.caringbridge.org/visit/logansolt) Don’t forget to sign the guestbook!

Received 07/15/11
Prayer Request for Brother Michael Clinton (Update)

Please continue praying for the complete recovery of Brother Michael Clinton of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 who is undergoing chemotherapy treatments.

The following is from Brother Mike’s wife Susan:

Mike had his first chemo on July 14th, and tolerated it pretty well. He did have a reaction to a drug in the IV, but after about an hour to get some Benadryl through the IV, the itching was gone. He goes tomorrow for an injection which will rebuild the good cells that were lost today, and then he will have weekly blood work to check his complete blood count, and keep close track of platelets. We did receive good news about the PET scan, and there is no other evidence of additional cancer at the cellular level anywhere else in his body. The second chemo will be on August 4th and it should not last as long as this one did. OH! Your prayers are working. Thank you so much, and please continue to pray.

We are most grateful to all of you for your support, phone calls, good wishes, cards, offers of help, and so much more. We feel so fortunate to have you in our lives. Please continue the prayers and good thoughts.
Love, Susan.

Also, say a prayer of support for Susan and their family during these trying times.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Brother Michael Clinton
8635 W. Sahara Ave. #588
Las Vegas, NV 89117

Vivat Jesus!
Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 07/14/11
Memorial Service for Geoff Brunner

BROTHER KNIGHTS:

AS most of already know, our Brother Sir Knight and DD 5 Geoff Brunner passed on to our Blessed Father, after a long hard fought struggle, on July 3rd at about 7:00 PM.
His Widow has had a hard time as most of you understand. We now have a date and time for the memorial Service. It will be at St. Gall's in Gardnerville on August 10th at 5:30 PM. with Food and Beverage afterwards. He is being Cremated so their will be no Casket. We welcome Color Corps from as many Assembly's who wish to respond.

Vivat Jesus
John Solt DD 5

Received 07/14/11
Prayer Request for Dorothy Castronova

Dorothy Castronova, wife of Worthy Inside Guard Michael Castronova of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 has been home for four weeks recovering from stage 1 colon cancer surgery. She is also on oxygen due to breathing problems. Please say a healing pray for Dorothy’s complete recovery, and say a prayer of support for Brother Mike and their family.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Mrs. Dorothy Castronova
5760 Edna Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89146-5328

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 07/14/11
Prayers for a Brother's wife

To all my Brothers of Nevada,

Please take a moment to say a Hail Mary for Susie Simpson, wife of Barry Simpson of Council #13842 in Reno. She will be going in for surgery to remove a cancer that was found, her operation is scheduled for July 18th.
We know with our Mothers help she will be fine.

God bless,

Todd Cabral FIC
Field Agent #14232
Knights of Columbus
(775)842-8722

Received 07/13/11
Prayers Requested Joe Havlick

Joe Havlick passed away Monday evening, 7/11. Prayers are requested for Joe and his family.

Joe was a color corp member of St. Andrew’s Assembly #3118 and a founding officer of St. John Vianney, #13842 as Inside Guard. Joe was very involved in the Knights of Columbus and St. Rose of Lima Parish with his smile and positive outlook and could always be counted on to support a project. Joe will be missed greatly.

May he rest in the peace and joy of the presence of our Lord and Savior.


Dave Wertzberger
St. John Vianney Council 13842

Received 07/11/11
Prayer Request for Don Misuraca

Please pray for the complete recovery of Don, son of Linda and Brother Hank Misuraca of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 and their family.

The following was received from Linda Misuraca:
Don lives in N.Y. On JUly 4th he was at a function with his family and lost his sight in his left eye and felt nausea, etc. They took him to hospital and kept him till Wednesday and ran every test on his eye, brain, and heart. Everything seemed to go back to normal and his sight returned. He had a brain tumor at age 7 so they had to rule everything out. We were glad they kept him and did a through check up and everything came back negative. He has to follow up with Ophthalmology for his eye.

Linda and Hank (Sonny) Misuraca.

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight

Received 07/07/11
Prayer Request for B.J. Buttell’s Sister

B. J. Buttell’s sister is recovering from major surgery. Please say a healing pray for her sister. B. J. is the President of the Nevada State Council Ladies Auxiliary and wife of Past Grand Knight Mike Buttell of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442.

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 07/04/11
Passing of District Deputy Geoff Brunner

It is with sadness I announced District Deputy Geoff Brunner passed away peacefully this evening at St Mary’s Hospital in Reno. Geoff has served Council 12845 and Nevada State Council in several positions most recently being the District Deputy for District Five for the last three years.
Brother Geoff will be missed by all the Know and worked with him. He was one of my best District Deputies always keeping me up to date with what was happening in his district and was always available when I ask for his assistance. Keep him and his wife Pat and his family in your prayers.

Geoff, May the Lord bless you and keep you. May the Lord let his face shine upon you and be gracious to you. May the Lord look upon you kindly and give you peace. May his soul and the souls of all the Faithfully Departed Rest in Peace.

David M. Ryan
State Deputy

Received 07/03/11
Prayers Requested for Brother Robert Fain

Brothers,

Please pray for Robert Fain on Wednesday July 6, 2011. Bob is undergoing surgery to remove his gallbladder, which has stopped functioning.

Fraternally,

Tom Moran, PGK
Nevada State Council
Communications Chair

Received 07/03/11
Prayers Requested for Geoff Brunner

Worthy Brothers,

I am in Portland Oregon and have just received a voice mail from John Solt.

Geoff Brunner is in the hospital in Reno and is dying. His infection is out of control and antibiotics are not able to bring him back. The voice mail message was late last night so I am not aware of his most recent condition. His wife, Pat, is staying at the Hospital, St. Mary's, with him.

Please keep Geoff and his family in your prayers. If anyone in Reno is able Pat needs all the support possible at this time.

Fraternally,

Jim Kelly
IPSD

Received 07/02/11
Request Prayers for Mable Bongiorno

I received a call from SK John Bongiorno requesting prayers for his wife Mable who had a heart attack this past Wednesday. She is in Mountain View Hospital in ICU. Please keep his wife Mable & SK John in our prayers.

Fraternally,

Ray Gardea, SW

Received 07/01/11
Prayers Requested for Emilio Moure

Brothers,

I just got the word that Brother Emilio Moure is in need of our prayers. Brother Emilio is our Supreme Secretary who is taking chemotherapy treatments at home over the last several months for an especially aggressive form of cancer. Through the intercession of the Venerable Servant of God, Father Michael McGivney, may God our Father send his healing power upon Brother Emilio, cure him of his ailments and quickly return him to good health. Please keep Brother Emilio, his wife Rebeca and the entire Moure family in your prayers in this time of need.

God Bless,

Tony Perrella, FM
Charter Grand Knight
Holy Spirit council 14784

Received 07/01/11
PASSING OF RUSSELL WAY

Russell V. Way was a very active member of Saint Andew Co. 8078 in Boulder City and served as Grand Knight of Co. 8078 for two years. He was also a member of the Rev. Van Skee Assembly, prior to moving to Calofornia. He will be sadly missed.

Robert J. Hartman DD-12

----- Forwarded Message -----
From: George J. Rakers

Dear Brother Knights & Friends,

I have just learned that our long time friend and Brother Knight Russell Way passed away today.

His loving wife, Maureen, said that on Monday afternoon Russ felt ill and was taken to the local VA Hospital. On Tuesday they learned that he had had a heart attack and was transferred to U C Davis Hospital . After using all possible means to revive him he passed away at 5:OO p.m. today, Thursday, at the young age of 70 years.

Please, sympathy cards would certainly be appreciated by Maureen and their children who live nearby. Their address is:
4831 Juanita Drive , Shingle Springs, California , 95682

Funeral arrangements have not been finalized at this time however I will let you know when I am informed.

George Rakers – Financial Secretary
Knights Of Columbus

Received 07/01/11
Prayer Request for Corinne Nienstedt

Please include in your prayers Corinne Nienstedt, sister-in-law of Mike Buttell, Grand Knight, St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Council 10442, and sister of BJ Buttell, President of Nevada State Ladies Auxiliary, who will be undergoing surgery tomorrow, July 2, 2011. The outlook is good, but prayers are appreciated.

Mike Buttell, PGK
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Council, 10442

Received 06/30/11
Prayers Requested For PGK, PFN Tony Lucchesi

Brothers and Sisters,

Please pray for a successful opeation for PGK, PFN Tony Lucchesi. Tony is having a pacemaker installed tommorow.

Fraternally,

Tom Moran, PGK

Received 06/28/11
Prayers needed for Martha Pitzer

Brother Knights and Ladies,

I am asking my brother knights' and all; to keep Martha Pitzer in your prayers as she is undergoing treatment for cancer at the Mayo clinic in Minnesota. Martha is the wife of General Agent Jerry Pitzer and he can also use a few prayers. This is all I know at this time... if I hear any news or updates I will let everyone know. Thank you.


Fraternally,
Pat Sullivan
State Secretary

Received 06/28/11
Prayer Request for Brother Michael Clinton (Update)

Please continue praying for the complete recovery of Brother Michael Clinton of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 who had a mass removed from his neck on June 22nd at St. Rose Hospital.

The following is from Brother Mike’s wife Susan:
Please ask the Knights to continue to pray. I am afraid that Mike still does not have the pathology report, and the best guess of the doctors is that he will start Chemo and Radiation very soon. Prayers are needed more than ever before!
Thanks so much, Susan Clinton

Also, say a prayer of support for Susan and their family during this very anxious time.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Brother Michael Clinton
8635 W. Sahara Ave. #588
Las Vegas, NV 89117

Vivat Jesus!

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 06/28/11
Prayer intention for Brandon Thorn

Please pray for my cousin Brandon Thorn. One of his kidneys shut down and he is in the hospital far from his home base (Air Force).

Thomas J. Thorn, Sr.

Received 06/25/11
Pray for SK Tom Templeton

Please keep SK Tom Templeton in your prayers since he had an unexpected heart procedure yesterday and reports that he is doing well.

Joe Quagliano,PFN 2164

Joe,
Due to a heart procedure on Friday (6/24/11) I will not be able to attend this function. The procedure was unexpected but my doctor felt it was needed right away. I am doing ok. Have a great day.

Tom Templeton

Received 06/24/11
PRAYER REQUEST, GEOFF BRUNNER

Sir Knight Geoff Brunner had surgery on his sores last night, Wed. All went well. He may need more later. He is at 235 w 6 st. Reno & can receive visitors.

John Solt
KofC Council 12845
Gardnerville

Received 06/24/11
Updated Prayer notice and Funneral Information A.Z. Joy

It is with great sadness to report the passing of Sir Knight A.Z. Joy of Ely Council #1340. He was called home to our Heavenly Father on June 21, 2011. A.Z. is the husband of Vivan Joy, the father-in-law of District Deputy, Lloyd Waters and father of Ladies Auxiliary Council #2511 member-Yvette Waters, Turdie Hollinger, and Robbie Ann Boteilho. Along with a large extended family. Please pray for the repose of his soul and also his family.

A Rosary will held on Sunday, June 26th, at 7 p.m. at Mountain View Vista Chapel in Ely, Nevada. Funeral Services will be held Monday, June 27th at 10 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Church, also in Ely Nevada.

Jim Conner, FS
Elko Council 2511

IN GOD WE TRUST

Received 06/23/11
Prayers Requested for the Repose of the Soul of Sherri Gattoni

Sherri Gattoni; wife of Brother William Gattoni of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442; has been called Home. Her funeral will be Friday June 24th.

Please pray for the repose of Sherri’s soul, and for Brother William and their family during these sad times.

Condolences may be sent to:
Brother William Gattoni
7210 Birkland Ct.
Las Vegas, NV 89117-3167

Vivat Jesus!

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 06/22/11
Prayers Requested for the Repose of the Soul of Patricia Demain

Patricia Demain is the sister of Grand Knight Mike Buttell and Sister-In-Law of Current Ladies Auxiliary President and Nevada State Ladies Auxiliary President B.J. Buttell of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442. She passed to her Heavenly Reward on June 18th at Maui, Hawaii Memorial Medical Center. Her funeral will be on June Friday 24th in Hawaii. Grand Knight Buttell is in Hawaii for the funeral and family reunion.

Her Maui News obituary follows:
Patricia “Patti” Marie Demain, 68
June 22, 2011
The Maui News

Patricia "Patti" Marie Demain, 68, of Makawao, passed away on June 18, 2011, at Maui Memorial Medical Center. She was born January 13, 1943 in Omaha, Nebraska. Visitation will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, June 23, 2011 at Ballard Family Mortuary, eulogy at 7 p.m. and rosary at 7:30 p.m. Mass will be at 3 p.m. on Friday, June 24, 2011 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 27, 2011 at the Maui Veteran's Cemetery. Ballard Family Mortuary is assisting with the arrangements. Mrs. Demain was a Registered Nurse at Maui Memorial Medical Center and President of the Hospital Auxiliary. She is survived by her sons, Keith (Lara) Demain, Mike Demain, Donald Demain; daughter, Andi Earls; brothers, Mike Buttell, Chuck Buttell, Jerry Buttell; sisters, Mary Jo Portnoy, Colleen Russell; and granddaughter, Kelcee.
Condolences may be sent to: www.ballardfamilymortuaries.com
See the obituary at; http://www.mauinews.com/page/content.detail/id/550688/Patricia--Patti--Marie-Demain--68.html?nav=13

Please pray for the repose of “Patti’s” soul, and for Grand Knight Mike and B.J., and their family during these stressful times.

Condolences may be sent to:
Grand Knight Mike and President B.J Buttell
1220 Big Tree Ave.
North Las Vegas, NV 89031-4600

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Deputy Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 06/22/11
Prayer Request for SK A.Z. Joy

It is with great sadness to report the passing of Sir Knight A.Z. Joy of Ely Council #1340. He was called home to our Heavenly Father on June 21, 2011. A.Z. is the husband of Vivan Joy, the father-in-law of District Deputy, Lloyd Waters and father of Ladies Auxiliary Council #2511 member, Yvette Waters, along with many other family members. Please pray for the repose of his soul and also his family. Times of the rosary and burial mass will be announced at a later date.

Jim Conner, FS
Elko Council 2511

IN GOD WE TRUST

Received 06/22/11
Prayer Request for Brother Michael Clinton

Please pray for the complete and speedy recovery of Brother Michael Clinton of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 who is having surgery to have a mass removed from his neck on June 22nd at St. Rose Hospital. Also, say a prayer of support for his wife Susan and their family.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Brother Michael Clinton
8635 W. Sahara Ave. #588
Las Vegas, NV 89117

Vivat Jesus!

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 06/21/11
Update Prayer request for Carlos Ramirez

As announced earlier, Carlos Ramirez was admitted to UMC for blood clots in his leg. I was given an update that his condition is somewhat improved and he has been moved to room 127 at HealthSouth on Valley View. The telephone number for HealthSouth is (702) 877-8898. Please continue to keep brother Carlos in your prayers.

Fraternally,
Robert Hazy, PGK, FDD
Financial Secretary
St. Jude Council 9102

Received 06/21/11
Passing of Nicholas Colamussi

Brother Knights,

It is with great sadness that I must report that, on June 17, 2011, Sir Knight Nicholas Colamussi was called home to his Lord and Savior. Nicholas was a member of St. Viator Council 8282 and the Rev. Theodore Van Skee Assembly 2164.

Visitation is scheduled for tomorrow, June 22nd, at Davis Funeral Home (6200 S. Eastern Avenue, Las Vegas, NV, 89119) from 10AM to 7PM. There will be a Memorial Service in the chapel at Davis Funeral Home at 10AM on Thursday, June 23rd.

Please pray for the repose of Nicholas’s soul and also pray for his Lady Marlene and all of the Colamussi family.

Vivat Jesus!

FN Joe Kramer, PGK
Rev. Theodore Van Skee Assembly #2164

Received 06/20/11
Prayers for Carlos Ramirez

Brother Knights,

St. Jude Council 9102 Warden-elect Carlos Ramirez is in the hospital. The doctors have found multiple blood clots in his leg. He has previously had a stroke and nearly lost his leg last year. Please say some prayers for our Brother Carlos.

Vivat Jesus!

Joe Kramer
FN, Rev. Theodore Van Skee Assembly #2164
DGK, St. Jude Council #9102

Received 06/17/11
Prayers for John Frischmon

John Frischmon is a longtime active member of Saint Andrew Co. 8078 in Boulder City

See Original message set by Janet Daniels.

Robert J. Hartman DD-12

John has finished his last chemo and he seems to be in good spirits and we are now beginning to exercise daily in our pool to build up his strength. We are going to be in California in the mountains for about 3 weeks starting the last week of June, we feel that will be healing climate. He will be getting bone treatments to strengthen his bones on a monthly basis but we don't expect that will be too difficult. Thank you for your loving support. Janet and John

Received 06/17/11
Prayer Request for Geoff Brunner

Please keep Geoff Brunner in your Peayers:

John,

Geoff is being moved this afternoon (Fri) to Tahoe Pacific Hospital at St. Mary's in Reno. He needs several surgeries or he will die. He is accepting of this but very disappointed that it is necessary. He will probably be there for weeks. The problem is still the sores and the infection in his system. We are going to need to make a plan to keep his spirits up. Please let your brothers know.

Pat Brunner

Thank You,
John Solt
KofC Council 12845
Gardnerville

Received 06/17/11
Prayer Request for Patti Demain

Please pray for Patti Demain, sister of Mike Buttell, Grand Knight, ST. Joseph, Husband of Mary Council, 10442. Patti has advanced cancer and the outlook is not good. Please pray for Patti and her family.

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Council, 10442

Received 06/15/11
Prayers Requested for the Repose of the Soul of Alice Larock

Mrs. Alice Larock; wife of Brother Gerard Larock of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442; was called home to Our Lord on Monday June 13, 2011. Her viewing will be on Friday June 17th from 4:00 to 7:00 PM with a Rosary at 6:00 PM at Palm Mortuary, 7600 South Eastern Ave., Las Vegas. Her Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday June 18th at Palm Mortuary, 7600 South Eastern Ave., Las Vegas with burial to follow.

Brother Jerry is a Honorary Life member of the Knights of Columbus with nearly 65 years of service. He took his First Degree Exemplification on July 1, 1946. He is also very ill.

Please pray for the repose of Alice’s soul, and for Brother Jerry and their family during these very trying times. Please attend the viewing, Rosary , Memorial Service and burial in support of this exemplary Knight and their family.

Condolences may be sent to:
Family of Brother Gerard Larock
8452 Boseck Drive #282
Las Vegas, NV 89145-2451

Vivat Jesus!

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 06/15/11
Prayers Answered for Bob Hartman

My Brother Knights:

I want to thank all of you for your Prayers. My surgury to install two stients went very well and I am on the mend. I know that this would not have been possible, save for your support and prayers. Thank you all again.

Fraternally:

Robert J. Hartman DD-12
Vivat Jesus Forever

Received 06/13/11
Prayers Requested for Paul Doyle undergoing surgery

Brothers,

Please pray for the recovery of Sir Knight Paul Doyle of Council 5693.

He is recovering form a surgery, and needs our prayers.
--

David W. Strait
F.S. 5693

Received 06/13/11
Prayers Requested for Robert Van Gorden - Hospitalized

Brothers,

Please pray for the recovery of Sir Knight Robert Van Gorden.
He has been hospitalized because of declining neuromuscular condition.
--

David W. Strait
F.S. 5693

Received 06/09/11
Prayer Request for the Repose of the Soul of Barbara Hunton

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Barbara Hunton and her family. Barbara lost a hard battle with cancer on Monday, June 6th. She was the wife of Brother John Hunton of Council #2511 and the mother of 3 daughters. Funeral services will be held June 18th, at 12 p.m. at St. Augustine's Catholic Church in Spokane, Washington.

Jim Conner, FS
Elko Council #2511

IN GOD WE TRUST

Received 06/09/11
Prayers Requested for Bob Hartman

I'm going into Sunrise Hospital in Las Vegas on Friday morning to have stients put in to the desending artery. Hopefully this will work. But, I do need prayers from my Brother Knights.

Thanx: Robert J. Hartman DD-12

Received 06/07/11
Prayer Request for Brother Patrick Christopher

Please pray for the complete recovery of Brother Patrick Christopher of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 who had a total knee replacement last week. He is progressing well but will be laid up for a few weeks. Also, say a prayer of support for his wife Joyce.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Brother Patrick Christopher
7825 Morning Flower Lane
Las Vegas, NV 89129-2137

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 06/07/11
Prayer Request for Brother Joseph Bonomo

Please pray for the speedy and complete recovery of Brother Joseph Bonomo of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 who is going into Veterans Hospital for back and neck surgery.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Brother Joseph Bonomo
9528 Shallow Brook #C112
Las Vegas, NV 89117

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 06/04/11
PRAYER REQUEST FOR ANGGA CORDERO

WORTHY BROTHERS AND SISTERS,

MY WIFE ANGGA (beloved in Filipino dialect) chartered member of Ladies Auxiliary at SJHOM, coordinator of a month long OUR LADY of FATIMA novena at Christ the King - Ladies of San Lorenzo Ruiz and with the Couples for Christ- FFL (Foundation for Family and Life in southern Nevada), Eucharistic & Hospital Minister @ CTK, will be undergoing a medical procedure on June 13 at Mountain View Hospital.

YOUR PRAYER IS REQUESTED

Thanks, Jun Cordero

Received 06/04/11
Donna Marinello-Davis (Update)

Donna Marinello-Davis is doing well after surgery on June 3rd. The surgeon said she will have surgical pain and discomfort for about two weeks and then two to four more weeks for full recovery. Please continue praying for Donna’s complete recovery.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Donna Marinello-Davis
2020 Sun Cliffs St.
Las Vegas, NV 89134-5552

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 06/04/11
Prayers Requested for Repose of the Soul of Ruby Cavalero (Memorial Mass)

Mrs. Ruby Cavalero, the 92-year-old mother of Sir Knight Eugene (Gene) Gurner, Brother of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 passed to her Heavenly Father on June 1, 2011. Her Memorial Mass will be held on Friday June 10th at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of Las Vegas Catholic Church, 3050 Alta Drive, Las Vegas. Please pray for the repose of her soul; and for Brother Gene, his two sisters and their families during this trying time.

Condolences may be sent to:
Sir Knight Eugene Gurner
1409-C Santa Margarita St.
Las Vegas, NV 89146-9303

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 06/04/11
Prayer Request for Ouida Stewart

My wife Ouida has been diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma (Bone Cancer) she will be starting chemo on Monday. We are waiting to see if the insurance is going to pay for a wheelchair and walker because the bones in her legs are not strong enough for her to walk.

Ray Stewart, PGK 11029

Received 06/03/11
Status of Geoff Brunner, DD #5

Geoff is doing much better and is recuperating at Life Care Center of Reno, 445 Holcomb Ranch Rd., in Reno, west of Les Schwab off of S. Virginia St., in room #131. He likes visitors and will probably be there another month. He says it all started with slipping on the ice.

Tom Peacock. SW

Received 06/03/11
Prayer Request for Donna Marinello-Davis

Donna Marinello-Davis, Treasurer and President-Elect of the Ladies Auxiliary; and wife of Grand Knight-Elect Frank Davis of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 will be having outpatient surgery on Friday June 3rd. The surgeon estimates a four to six weeks recovery time. Please pray for Donna’s complete recovery and say a prayer of support for Brother Frank.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Donna Marinello-Davis
2020 Sun Cliffs St.
Las Vegas, NV 89134-5552

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 06/01/11
Prayers Requested for Repose of the Soul of Sir Knight Eugene Gurner’s Mother

The 92-year-old mother of Sir Knight Eugene (Gene) Gurner, Brother of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 passed to her Heavenly Father on the morning of June 1, 2011. Please pray for the repose of her soul; and for Brother Gene, his two sisters and their families. More information will be forthcoming.

Condolences may be sent to:
Sir Knight Eugene Gurner
1409-C Santa Margarita St.
Las Vegas, NV 89146-9303

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 05/29/11
Prayers for Nicholas Giambittista

Brother Knights,

Please pray for Nicholas Giambattista, father of Sir Knight Ken Giambattista. He has just been moved from ICU to hospice. Please also pray for Ken, his mother, and the Giambattista family.

Vivat Jesus!

FN Joe Kramer, PGK

Received 05/26/11
Prayers Requested for Alice and Gerard Larock

Alice Larock, wife of Brother Gerard Larock of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 is in the hospital with congestive heart failure. Brother Gerard is also experiencing serious health problems. Brother Gerard is a Honorary Life Member who has been a Knight for over 62 years. Please pray for Alice and Gerard.

Cards may be sent to:
Brother and Mrs. Gerard Larock
8452 Boseck Drive, #282
Las Vegas, NV 89145-2451

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 05/24/11
Prayer request for the repose of the soul of Alana Christman

Brothers,

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Alana Christman, daughter of Bro. Rich and Sandy Palmer. Alana passed away on April 29th in Morgan Hill, CA, after a 12 year battle with Scleroderma. She leaves behind her husband, 5 adult children and 3 Grandchildren. She was 50 years old.

Services were held May 7th. The family asks in lieu of cards or flowers, donations be made to the continued research of Scleroderma.

Please make checks payable to:

Stanford University, Office of Medical Development
attn: Micheal Welch/Dr. Lorinda Chung
2700 Sand Hill Rd.
Menlo Park, CA 94025
In memo area of Check, write in Memory of Alana Christman

Fraternally,
Tony Stephenson
District 4 Deputy

Received 05/23/11
Prayer request for Joan Buttell

Please pray for Joan Buttell, sister-in-law of Mike Buttell, Grand Knight of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Council 10442. She is undergoing surgery for breast cancer on Friday, May 27. It appears they found the cancer early so there is reason to be optomistic. Your prayers will help.

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 05/22/11
Prayers Requested for the Repose of the Soul of James Morgan

Mr. James Morgan; (father of Brother James M. Morgan of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442;) has went to be with his Heavenly Father. A rosary will be said on Tuesday May 24th at 4:00 PM at Affordable Crematory, 2457 N. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas and his Funeral Mass will be at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Church on Wednesday May 25th at 10:00 AM. Pray for the repose of his soul, and for comfort and peace for Brother James and the Morgan family.

Condolences may be sent to:
Brother James M. Morgan
112 Sam Jonas Drive
Las Vegas, NV 89145-4092
Home: (702) 363-0373

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 05/21/11
Prayers Requested for Sir Knight Called Home (Francis Niebauer)

Francis Niebauer of Council 14544 St. Anthony of Padua and Fr. Joseph O’Callahan Assembly 2820 has been Called Home. There are no arrangements as yet, funeral notice will be announced as received. Frank was a charter member of council 14544 and has been a Knight for 48 yrs...

Cards of Condolence may be sent to:
Francis & Lynné Niebauer
7151 Pleasant View Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89147

God bless,
GK Joe Feldhouse

Received 05/19/11
Funeral Services for SK Edward Kraker, Jr. of Fallon Council 4828

Br. Knights,

The funeral services for SK and Brother Edward Kraker, Jr. of Fallon Council 4828 will be this Friday morning, May 20th, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Fallon, NV. The schedule is as follows:

9:15 - 10:30 Open Casket Viewing
10:30 - 11:00 Rosary Service
11:00 - 12:00 Funeral Mass
12:00 - end Interment at Churchill County Cemetery

Brother Knights from Council 4828 are strongly recommended to wear their green Council jackets or shirts. Please pray for the repose of Br. Ed's soul.

Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 05/17/11
Passing of Br. Edward Kraker, Jr. of Fallon Council 4828

Br. Knights,

It is with great sorrow that I am forwarding this EMAIL to request that you all pray for the repose of the soul for Br. Edward Kraker, Jr., who passed away today, Monday, May 16th, after undergoing knee surgery. Br. Ed joined the Order through Fallon Council 4828 on March 30, 1983 and has been a very active member of both our Council and of Assembly 2739, having served as both Grand Knight and Faithful Navigator, as well as in several other office and committee positions. He was an Honorary Life member of the Order with 29 years of service. Br. Ed will be greatly missed by our Council and by the members of St. Patrick's Parish.

Funeral arrangements are still pending. More details to follow as they become available.


Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 05/16/11
Prayer Request for Francis Niebauer

Brother Knights:

Our Brother Sir Knight: Francis Niebauer of Council 14544 St. Anthony of Padua and Fr. Joseph O’Callahan Assembly 2820, is in Mountain View Hospital, Rm. 464.

--- NO VISITORS at THIS TIME ---

He has a very serious Heart condition. Frank has had 6 surgeries on his heart and the doctors cannot do anymore for him. Frank has been a Knight for 48yrs.

[Franks wife’s name is Lynné pronounced; ’Lynn-a’]

Cards may be sent to:
Francis & Lynné Niebauer
7151 Pleasant View Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89147

John Privitera, FN, DD11
Fr. Joseph O’Callahan
Assembly 2820

Received 05/15/11
Prayer Request for Donna Marinello-Davis

Donna Marinello-Davis, Treasurer and President-Nominee of the Ladies Auxiliary; and wife of Deputy Grand Knight Frank Davis of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 had outpatient surgery on Wednesday May 11th. An estimated eight weeks of limited activity will be required to heal. Please pray for Donna’s complete recovery and say a prayer of support for Brother Frank.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Donna Marinello-Davis
2020 Sun Cliffs St.
Las Vegas, NV 89134-5552
E-mail: Donna-M@cox.net

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 05/13/11
Prayer Request for Brother Michael DuConge

Please pray for the recovery of Brother Michael DuConge of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 who is in an intensive care unit with failing kidneys. He is in critical but stable condition. He has been sick for several months. Also, say a prayer of support for his wife Yolanda and their family.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Brother Michael DuConge
8652 Toscana Lane
Las Vegas, NV 89117-2351
E-mail: Yolandanyc3@yahoo.com

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 05/11/11
Prayers Requested for the Repose of the Soul of Ariel Perez, Sr.

Mr. Ariel Perez, Sr., father of Brother Ariel Perez, Jr. of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442, has went to be with his Heavenly Father. He was 84 and was very active until two weeks before his death. He died of cardiac arrest due to COPD and influenza-B complications. His Memorial Mass will be at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Church on Thursday May 12th at 10:00 AM.

Condolences may be sent to:
Brother Ariel Perez, Jr.
5543 Brownfield St.
Las Vegas, NV 89148-7648
E-mail: arielfp777@aol.com

Pray for the repose of his soul, and for comfort and peace for Brother Ariel and the Perez family.

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 05/06/11
Passing of Ginger Robotham

Brother Knights,

It is with great sadness that I must report that, at 5:00AM, Wednesday, May 4th, Virginia “Ginger” Robotham, Lady of Sir Knight Cliff Robotham was called home to her Lord and Savior.

There will be a Rosary said in her honor Tuesday, May 17, 2011, at 10:00AM, at St. Peter the Apostle (204 S. Boulder Highway, Henderson, NV, 89015). A Memorial Mass will be celebrated following the Rosary service at 11:00AM, also at St. Peter the Apostle. Please pray for the repose of Ginger’s soul and also pray for Brother Cliff and the Robotham family.

Following Mass, a luncheon will be served in the Church Hall. If you plan to attend the luncheon, please RSVP to Gene Altobella, Sr. at geneslk@aol.com before May 15th in order to have an accurate head count so they know how much food to prepare.

Condolences can be sent to:
Cliff Robotham
1223 San Gabriel Ave.
Henderson, NV 89002-9402

Vivat Jesus!

FN Joe Kramer, PGK

Received 05/06/11
Passing of Brother and SK Jerry Keener of Fallon Council 4828

Br. Knights,

It is with sorrow that I am forwarding this EMAIL to inform you all that Br. Jerry Keener, passed away on Monday, May 2nd, at the age of 59. Br. Jerry joined the Knights of Columbus through Fallon Council 4828 in December of 1990 and completed his 2nd and 3rd Degrees in April of 1991. He then joined the 4th Degree through Father Sauveur ?Sam? Dominique Tambourin Assembly 2739 in April of 2005. Br. Jerry was an active member of the Knights and served in several different offices in both the Council and the Assembly. He will be missed. Please pray for the repose of Br. Jerry's soul and for his wife, Maria, and their family.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of The Gardens Funeral Home, 2949 Austin Highway, Fallon, NV 89406.

A funeral Mass is scheduled for Monday, May 9th, 2011, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church at 10 a.m. Inurnment will be at the Northern Nevada Veterans Cemetery in Fernley at 1 p.m. Council members who attend the services are asked to wear their green Council jackets or shirts.

Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 05/05/11
Special Prayer Request for a Cure for Cancer and a Miracle for FM Tony Perrella

Brothers,

My friend and dear Brother Anthony Perrella FM received some disheartening news. The chemotherapy is not working and will not be continued. As Tony reminded me, Friday is World Cancer Day. Please pray at Noon PDT Friday, May 6, 2011, for Fr. McGivney to interceed with God to provide a cure for cancer and particularly a miracle for Tony Perrella.

Fraternally,

Tom Moran, PGK

Received 05/05/11
Ginger Robotham: June 14, 1957, to May 4, 2011

Beloved wife, mother, and grandmother:

Virginia "Ginger" Ellen Robotham, born June 14th, 1957, died May 4th, 2011.

Cliff has made arrangements for Ginger's services for all that want to attend. They are Tuesday, May 17th at St. Peter the Apostle's Roman Catholic Church, 204 S. Boulder Highway (south of Lake Mead Pkwy) in Henderson. The Rosary will be at 10 am with personal testomonies about Ginger following, the mass will begin at 11 am, and food will be served in the church hall immediately after the services. If you plan to attend the free luncheon please RSVP by May 15, so that we can plan how much food to prepare. We all hope to see you there to honor Ginger's wonderful life.


Cliff Robotham
1223 San Gabriel Avenue,
Henderson, NV 89002-9402

Received 05/03/11
Wayne Strait Called Home

Brother Knights and Friends

My father, Wayne L. Strait, passed away peacefully today (5/2/2011) at 2:10 pm p.s.t. while my two sisters were with him.
Our entire family is grateful and appreciative for all your prayers.
Bless you. We are blessed to have you as brothers and sisters.

David and Kathy Strait

Received 04/28/11
Funeral of William J. Dougherty

Brothers:

William J. Dougherty's funeral will be held at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Henderson on Friday, May 6, 2011, at 10:30 a.m.

St. Francis of Assisi Church
2300 Sunridge Heights Parkway
Henderson, NV 89052

William served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during WWII. William was a member of Our Lady of Peace Post 1947, Catholic War Veterans of the U.S.A., since August 26, 2006, until his death. William was also a member of St. Francis of Assisi Council No.13456 in Henderson and the Rt. Rev. Theodore Van Shee Assembly No. 2164 of the Knights of Columbus.

Please pray for the repose of the soul of William J. Dougherty and for his wife Mary and family. Please come to the funeral to comfort Mary and pay respects to William. There will be no cemetery ceremony. Mrs. Dougherty will bring Williams cremains home after the funeral.

Cards of sympathy and condolence may be sent to:
Mrs. Mary Dougherty
1024 Fairbury Street
Henderson, NV 89052-3852

Sincerely,
Thomas Moran, PGK

Received 04/27/11
Prayer request for GA Jerry Pitzer and for his wife Martha

Brothers, Prayers are needed for General Agent Jerry Pitzer and for his wife Martha. Jerry has pneumonia and Martha has a breathing problem! We will miss them at this years State Convention. They will not be attending. Please Keep them in your prayers!.


David Ryan
State Deputy

Received 04/22/11
Prayers needed for Alex Kanwetz

I just received a call from Kathryn Kanwetz regarding Alex Kanwetz. Kathryn indicated that Alex thought he was having shortness of breath Tuesday evening and so she brought him to the St. Mary's Hospital. Upon running tests on Alex condition, the Doctors noticed his swollen hand and after reviewing their tests diagnosed him with a form of leukemia. Alex has been admitted to St. Mary’s hospital and will be hospitalized while receiving chemo treatments for about the next month.

Kathryn was distraught and said Alex was concerned about his Knight’s responsibilities (as Church Director) being completed because he loves the Knights. I assured her I would let you know and to let Alex know it’ll all be taken care of so no need to worry about his duties. She is bringing me what he has. She also informed me he feels fine and she knew he would like lots of visitors. She asked if we could let his brother Knight’s know. Thanks.


WDGK- David
Christ the King Council #7322

Received 04/21/11
Prayers for the repose of the Soul of Br. Jimmy Spina

Brothers council 10780 lost a wonderful man and a Brother Knight. James " Jimmy" Spina was called home on Saturday the 16th of April 2011. Jimmy was an active member in Our Lady of the Valleys Catholic Church in Pahrump, NV. He played in the choir on Sundays and always loved the functions and show that we put on. Rest in Peace Jimmy.

Vivat Jesus
SK Hank Maglia
Grand Knight
Council 10780
Pahrump, NV

Received 04/21/11
Council 13456 - Passing of Brother Bill Dougherty

Brothers,

It is with great sadness to inform you of the passing of Brother Bill Dougherty on 4-19-2011. Brother Bill was a member of Council 13456 and a 4th Degree.

Please keep Bill and his wife Mary in your prayers.
Additional notices on services to follow.

Herman Sisneros, GK
Vivat Jesus

Received 04/21/11
Prayer Request for the Repose of the Soul for Br. Thomas Pflum of Fallon Council 4828

Br. Knights,

It is with sorrow that I am forwarding this EMAIL to request that you all pray for the repose of the soul for Br. Thomas Pflum, who passed away on Tuesday, April 19th, at the age of 93. Br. Tom was an Honorary Life member of the Order with 62+ years of service. He was also a Charter Member of Fallon Council 4828. He will be missed.

Funeral arrangements are planned for Thursday, April 28th, in Fallon. More details to follow as they become available.


Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 04/21/11
Prayer Request for Br. Gordon Southfield

Br. Knights,

Please add Br. Gordon Southfield of Council 4828 to your prayer list. Br. Gordon recently had back surgery and is having a slow recovery.


Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 04/21/11
Prayer Request for Br. Jimmy Barry

Br. Knights,

Please add Br. Jimmy Barry of Council 4828 to your prayer list. He was recently injured in an automobile accident is going through a slow recovery.


Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 04/20/11
Prayers for Miriam Flores

Miriam Flores, wife of Joe Flores, underwent surgery for breast cancer yesterday (4/19/2011). Please have our brother Knights keep her and Joe in their prayers.

Thanks,
Sean Casey, GK
Mesquite Council 13754

Received 04/18/11
Funeral Mass for Msgr. Elwood LaVoy

From: Jackie Donato - ICF

I received a call this afternoon from Msgr.'s brother John, and he gave me the following information:

Funeral Mass will be at 11:00 AM on Thursday, April 28th, at Immaculate Conception Church in Reno. Viewing will also be at the church.

As of today, Sunday, I don't know of any plans for a memorial mass in Las Vegas yet, but I will keep you posted.

Love you all, Jackie

Received 04/17/11
Prayers Requested for Helen Wombacher

Brothers:

I am requesting prayers for my wife Marile's mother Helen Wombacher. She recently fell while at home receiving a cut to her head and a fracture to her spine. After 2 days in the hospital she is recovering at her residence with considerable pain. Fortunately she lives with our son Art whose wife is a trauma nurse! Mom is a regular at our Sunday 8am Mass at St. James the Apostle. Your thoughts and prayers for recovery will be sincerely appreciated.

Get well cards maybe sent to:
Helen Wombacher
4905 Quasar Ct.
Las Vegas, NV. 89130

Blessings! Mike Rippa FS 12543

Received 04/16/11
Prayers Needed for Dear Friend's Son

Please pass on for prayers for a very dear friend's son I've known since childhood. He is scheduled for cardiac 5 by-passes surgery on Monday morning 10am CT. He's a terrific guy who would give you the shirt off his back & is so good to his mother. He has 2 children, & is only in his mid 50's. God works miracles! We just need to ask Him - be with him, the family & surgeons in the OR & for a speedy recovery.

Thank you all,
Joyce Bieniasz

Received 04/16/11
Prayers Requested for Sir Knight Eugene Gurner

Sir Knight Eugene (Gene) Gurner, Brother of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442, is home recovering from back surgery. Please pray for Brother Gene’s speedy and complete recovery.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Sir Knight Eugene Gurner
1409-C Santa Margarita St.
Las Vegas, NV 89146-9303
Home: (702) 870-5510
E-Mail: lvgg@cox.net

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 04/16/11
Please take a moment to pray for Robert Guadagni

I just received word that my Godfather Robert Guadagni is in the hospital with pneumonia in both lungs and in his blood stream. My Godfather is a fighter and he has been battling Parkinson Disease for a long while, please say a Hail Mary for the recovery of Robert Guadagni, I appreciate all the support form all my Brothers. God bless you and your families this Holy Week.

God bless,
Todd Cabral FIC
Field Agent #14232
Knights of Columbus
(775)842-8722

Received 04/15/11
Passing of Msgr. Elwood LaVoy

From: Jackie Donato - ICF

I've just been notified that Msgr. LaVoy just died in Reno. May he rest in peace.

Received 04/13/11
BJ Buttell Surgery Successful, Thanks for Your Prayers

Thank you for your prayers for BJ Buttell, wife of Grand Knight Mike Buttell, St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Council, 10442, and president of Council 10442's Ladies Auxiliary. Her back surgery went exceptionally will and she has no leg pain. She is home and walking better than she has been in a long time.

Vivat Jesus!

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Council 10442

Received 04/12/11
Passing of SK Frank Becker, PSD, FM - Services Scheduled

Brother Knights,

It is with great sadness that I must report that, at 6:28PM, Thursday, April 7th, Sir Knight Frank Becker was called home to his Lord and Savior. Frank was a Past State Deputy in Utah and a Former Master in Utah, as well as Past Grand Knight of Rosary Council 3741. He was an Honorary Lifetime Member of both 3rd Degree and 4th Degree.

There will be a rosary said in his honor next Monday, April 18, 2011, at 6:00PM, at St. Peter the Apostle (204 S. Boulder Highway, Henderson, NV, 89015). A Memorial Mass will be celebrated next Tuesday, April 19, 2011, at 10:00AM, also at St. Peter the Apostle. Please pray for the repose of Frank’s soul and also pray for Frank’s family.


Vivat Jesus!

Joe Kramer, PGK
Faithful Navigator
Rev. Theodore Van Skee Assembly #2164
Deputy Grand Knight
St. Jude Council #9102

Received 04/12/11
Prayer Request for BJ Buttell

BJ Buttell; wife of Grand Knight Mike Buttell and President of the Ladies Auxiliary of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 will be having back surgery on Tuesday April 12th. Please pray for BJ’s speedy and complete recovery and say a prayer of support for Brother Mike, grandson Casey, and their family.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Mrs. BJ Buttell
1220 Big Tree Avenue
North Las Vegas, NV 89031-4600
Home: (702) 658-1065
E-mail: buttellbjmike@aol.com

Frank Davis
Deputy Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 04/12/11
Prayer Request for Dorothy Castronova

Dorothy Castronova, wife of Worthy Inside Guard Michael Castronova of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 is undergoing serious illness. Please pray for Dorothy’s speedy and complete recovery, and say a prayer for Brother Mike and their family.

Get-well cards may be sent to:

Mrs. Dorothy Castronova
5760 Edna Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89146-5328
Home: (702) 367-6708

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 04/10/11
DD GEOFF'S PRAYER REQUEST UPDATE

BROTHER KNIGHTS:

Please keep our Brother Sir Knight and DD Geoff Brunner and his Wife Pat in your Prayers. I just Talked to Pat. Geoff is still in critical condition He has a ventilator tube in him and he is on dialyses. He also has a heart flutter. His Kidneys have shut down. He is in the intensive care unit of the Carson City hospital. Please pray for them.

Vivat Jesus
John Solt PGK
Council 12845
Gardnerville

Received 04/09/11
Prayers for Jesse Arnett

Brothers,

Prayers are requested for the repose of the soul of Jesse Arnett who passed away April 4th. Jesse is the wife of Armand Arnett who is a member of Saint Ann of the Comstock Council 13924 in Dayton, NV. There will be a graveside service on Wednesday, April 13th at Dayton cemetery with memorial service to follow at Saint Ann's church in Dayton. Jesse and Armand had been married for 65 years. Please keep Armand in your prayers for comfort and strength at this difficult time.

Richard Palmer - Chancellor
Saint Ann of the Comstock council 13924
Dayton, NV

Received 04/09/11
PRAYER REQUEST FOR DD 5 GEOFF BRUNNER

BROTHER KNIGHTS:

Please keep our Brother Sir Knight and DD Geoff Brunner and his Wife Pat in your Prayers. I just heard from his Wife that they just moved Geoff from Ever Green rehab to the emergency room at the Carson City Hospital. His Kidneys have shut down and he is in critical condition.
Please pray for them.

Vivat Jesus
John Solt PGN
Council 12845
Gardnerville

Received 04/09/11
Prayer for the Repose of the Soul of Utah PSD, FM Frank Becker

Brothers

Frank Becker, PSD of Utah has been a long time resident in Henderson. He passed away
Friday evening. He attended St. Peters. I don’t have any more information at this time. Updates to follow.

God Bless,

David M. Ryan
State Deputy

Received 04/09/11
Prayer Request for Virginia Zappia

Virginia Zappia; wife of Brother Vincent Zappia, Sr., and member of the Ladies Auxiliary of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442; is in Southern Hills Hospital. Please pray for Virginia’s speedy and complete recovery and say a prayer for Brother Vincent and their family.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Mrs. Virginia Zappia
7208 Abode Hills Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89113-3040
Home: (702) 242-8783
E-mail: vazappia33@cox.net


Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 04/08/11
Death of my neice

Brother Knights

On Sunday April 3rd, my niece Diane Kundson, drowned while trying to rescue her dog who had run out onto thin ice on a pond near her home in Menominee Falls Wis. Please keep her and her family in your prayers.

Franklin Holzhauer
Past State Deputy

Received 04/05/11
Prayer request for Joe Dominick

Brothers,

I have a prayer request for my brother-in-law, Joe Dominick. Joe suffered a heart attack during surgery, lost oxygen to his brain for 5+ minutes, and is on life support. Please keep the Dominick family in your prayers.

Fraternally,
Art Durazzi

Received 04/04/11
Prayers Requested for Wayne Strait, Father of PSD David Strait

Brothers,

My Father, is on life support and failing. He is 93 and expected to live no more than a week or 10 days. I will be out of town Saturday and cannot attend the 4th Degree. I hope there is time to have someone else cover the part.

Please Pray for Wayne Strait, WWII veteran and the one who first taught me to pray.


David W. Strait, PSD

Received 03/30/11
Thank you for your prayers

Brothers and Sisters,

Thank you for your prayers for Grace Moran. She is home from the hospital and is recuperating from her surgery.

Fraternally,
Tom Moran, PGK

Received 03/27/11
Thanks for prayers for Mary Jane Galvin

Brothers and Sisters,

SK John Galvin called this evening to inform everyone that his Wife Mary Jane Galvin is home from the hospital and is doing well. He thanks you all for the prayers.

Fraternally,
Tom Moran, PGK

Received 03/27/11
Prayer Request for DD 5 Geoff Brunner

BROTHER KNIGHTS:

Please keep our Brother Knight and D.D. 5 Geoff Brunner and his Wife Pat in your Prayers. Geoff, fractured his hip socket and pelvis on Friday morning when he slipped and fell on some ice. He is currently in Carson Tahoe Hospital in Carson City, flat on his back. They are not going to operate, now, at least. They seem to be wary of his general health condition. His Pat saw him this AM (Sat) and he is soaking up the morphine. The Doc says he will need to be in the hospital at least 3 or 4 days then in a rehab unit for two weeks at least. He can receive visitors and is trying to be very pleasant to everyone. He is in room 222 and the phone in that room is 775-445-5222. The doc told him he will be in a wheel chair through July. I should know more in a few days.

Thank You.
John Solt
Council 12845
Gardnerville, NV

Received 03/27/11
Prayers Requested for Peter and Marilyn Ilardo

Brother Peter Ilardo of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 is undergoing tests and X-rays to prepare for hip replacement surgery. His wife Marilyn has been admitted to Mountain View Hospital for inpatient care. Please pray for Pete’s successful operation and Marilyn’s recovery.

Get Well cards may be sent to:
Brother and Mrs. Peter Ilardo
1601 Fig Palm Ct.
Las Vegas, NV 89128-3230
Home: (702) 254-0056
Email: peterilardo@gmail.com

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 03/27/11
Prayers Requested for Brother Anthony "Tony" DaPra (Update)

Brother Tony DaPra of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 has returned home after a hospital stay in an induced coma. He is doing OK but has a ways to go. Tony has had eight heart attacks and continues on dialysis four times per week. Please continue praying for this exemplary and fighting Knight as well as Sharyn and their family.

Cards may be sent to:
Brother and Mrs. Tony DaPra
7121 Lakeland Road
Las Vegas, NV 89145-6027
(702) 242-1221

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 03/25/11
Prayers Requested for SK Michael Cotoia

See SK Michael's wife note below! Michael needs our prayers for his speedy recovery!

Joe Quagliano, District Marshall

--- On Fri, 3/25/11, Donna Cotoia wrote:

This is Michael's wife, Michael is in the hospital, he had a heart cath done today and they put a stent in. He will not make the call out at St Francis of Assissi. Charlie S. from St. Peter's will be there in his place.

Thanks,
Donna Cotoia

Received 03/25/11
Prayers Requested for Mary Jane Galvin

Brothers and Sisters,

SK John Galvin called me this morning to ask for Prayers for his Wife, Mary Jane Galvin. She has been admitted to Sunrise Hospital in Las Vegas for a Right Knee Replacement Operation. Please pray for a successful operation and speedy recovery.

Fraternally,
Tom Moran, PGK

Received 03/23/11
Grace Moran's Procedure Went Well, Prayers Requested

Brothers and Sisters;

Thank you all for your Prayers for my Wife, Grace Moran. The surgeon told my family that everything went well with the surgery, and that Grace should be able to come home next week.

Grace is resting, but she is experiencing considerable pain. She can't take visitors right now. She had a fever last night and is still in need of your prayers.

Fraternally,
Tom Moran, PGK

Received 03/22/11
Prayers Requested for Grace Moran

Brothers and Sisters,

Please pray for a successful operation and quick recovery for my Wife, Grace Moran, who will be undergoing abdominal surgery starting at 10:00 a.m. this morning, March 22, 2011. With your prayers we are hoping she will be home by Thursday night to enjoy birthday festivities with our Daughters Elizabeth (Betsy) born 3/24, Grace born 3/25, and Maria born 3/25 (our "Irish Triplets").

God bless you all,

Tom Moran, PGK

Received 03/21/11
The power of our Lady (update on Brenda Gatta)

Praise the Lord and thank you my Brothers in the Knights of Columbus:

Here is an update on my friend Brenda Gatta, who was rushed to Vanderbilt from Florida to have emergency brain surgery. The doctors in Florida were convinced that she was in her final days with us, but they did not know the power of our Lady was with Brenda and her doctors. In the words of her Doctor at Vanderbilt after seeing her today, "UNFRIGGIN BELIEVABLE!" Brenda is already walking around and this is only one day after having a massive brain tumor removed. The amazing power of our prayers, this is nothing short of a miracle. Thank you for taking the time to read and pray for my friend.

God bless,

Todd Cabral FIC
Field Agent #14232
Knights of Columbus
(775)842-8722

Received 03/21/11
Further Update on Kay DeNeal, PSD, FM

Brothers: I went to see Kay DeNeal today at Mountain View Hospital in room 521. His wife was there & he was sitting up in bed, talking & said he may be out in a couple of days. He is in good spirits. Continue to pray for him & his family.

Fraternally,
Ray Gardea
SAA / DD #8

Received 03/20/11
Update on Kay DeNeal, PSD, FM

Brothers:

SK John Galvin reports he was in to see Kay DeNeal this afternoon. Kay is in Room 500, Mountain View Hospital. Kay was sitting up and doing much better today. He still has a neck brace to ease the pressure on his neck. Please continue to include Kay in your prayers.

Fraternally,

Tom Moran, PGK

Received 03/20/11
Update on Brenda Gatta - Prayers requested for my friend

Brothers:

Brenda Gatta is a close friend of our family and was on vacation when she was rushed to the hospital. It was determined that she had a brain tumor and the odds are slim for her making it. They stabilized her and she was life flighted to Vanderbilt University for emergency brain surgery, which started at 8:00 this morning the procedure is suppose to take 6 - 8 hours. Her husband, oldest son, mother, father, sisters, and brothers were at her bedside before the going into surgery. Their Catholic Priest came and anointed her as well. Please take a second an say a Hail Mary for this amazing young woman. Brenda is only 41 years old and has her whole life a head of her.

Thank you.

God bless,

Todd Cabral FIC
Field Agent #14232
Knights of Columbus
(775)842-8722

Received 03/20/11
Prayers requested for my friend; Brenda Gatta

Brothers:

This has come out of the blue for me so forgive me if I am a bit scrambled. My wife's best friend from high school, Brenda Gatta., is on vacation with her family and was hospitalized with a life threatening brain tumor. Brenda is a beautiful wife, mother, daughter, and friend and at 41 she has her whole life in front if her. Please pray for strength for her, Larry (her husband ) and their two boys.

God bless,

Todd Cabral, Field Agent
Council 13842

Received 03/19/11
Prayer Request for Sir Knight Ed Klemish, FN Assy 2561

My Brothers:

I just received this e-mail and would like to ask for prayers for the soul of SK Ed Klemish and his family. To show you what an incredible individual Ed was, on March 1, I went to Council #2666 meeting; I heard about Ed's condition so I was more than shocked to see Brother Ed sitting at the table waiting for the meeting to begin. Not only that he took an active roll (as he normally did) and after he once again volunteered for a task - one that he must surely have known would be his last as a Knight he asked to be excused to get his ride home, an amazing example of Brotherhood from an amazing individual. To the very end he was a Knight, he is a shining example for all of us. I know I speak for every Knight that had the pleasure of knowing Ed, it was an honor to know you and I will miss you my Brother.

God bless,

Todd Cabral FIC
Field Agent #14232
Knights of Columbus
(775)842-8722

Received 03/15/11
Prayers Requested for Kay De Neal, PSD, FM

Kerrin De Neal, his daughter, reports:

Past Nevada State Deputy Sir Knight Kay De Neal of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 fell on March 11th due to a lack of oxygen and fractured his neck. He is in Mountain View Hospital in stable condition but is sedated until his lungs heal more. Prayers for his rapid and complete recovery, and for his wife Dona and the De Neal family are requested.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Past State Deputy and Mrs. Kay De Neal
7500 Pinedale Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89145-5217
Home: (702) 363-2474 Cell: (702) 822-0711
Email: boofer702@yahoo.com

Mike Buttell,Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 03/14/11
Prayers Requested for John Frischmon - Council 8078

John Frischmon is an active long time member of St. Andrew Co. 8078 in Boulder City.

Please Keep him our Prayers.

Robert Hartman, DD 12

----- Forwarded Message ----
From: Janet Daniels
Sent: Mon, March 14, 2011 12:28:03 PM
Subject: John

John has completed his 3rd chemo. Half-way down! After feeling miserable for 5 days he is doing better today. We didn't have the bone treatment this time, it is every other time. He is determined to hang on to as much as his hair as he can. I have imagined one long strain hanging down as it is really thinning out (head and beard). But his upbeat spirit continues with all your support and prayer. And so does mine.

Thank you,
Janet

Received 03/14/11
Update on Leona Dube

Brother Knights,

Leona has been moved to a Rehabilitation Center. Her eyes are opening more now. She is speaking better. She is confused at times. Please keep her in your prayers along with her husband Horace, and her son John and his family. I will keep you updated on her condition.

Fraternally,
Carl “Ted” Aceto, PSD

Received 03/13/11
Prayers Requested for Kay DeNeal, PSD, FM

Brother Knights,

PSD, FM Kay DeNeal is in need of our prayers...

Please see note below from his daughter Kerrin

Fraternally,
Pat Sullivan
State Secretary

_ _

I am Kerrin DeNeal. My father is Kay DeNeal. I was not sure who to contact to let the Knights know about my dad. He took a fall March 11 ( due to lack of oxygen ) and fractured his neck. He is currently at Mountain View Hospital. He is in stable condition, but sedated til his lungs heal some more.

Received 03/11/11
Prayers Requested for Brother Anthony (Tony) DaPra

Brother Tony DaPra of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 was taken to Summerlin Hospital on the night of Thursday March 10th. He is getting the care he needs but is struggling. No visitors at this time. Tony is also on dialysis four times per week. Please continue praying for this exemplary Knight as well as Sharyn and their family.

Cards may be sent to:
Brother and Mrs. Tony DaPra
7121 Lakeland Road
Las Vegas, NV 89145-6027
(702) 242-1221

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 03/10/11
Services for Brother Larry Zeman

Services for Brother Larry Zeman, Council 1340 will be:
Rosary 7:00 pm Monday 3/14, and
Funeral Mass Tuesday 3/15 11:00 am,
Sacred Heart Church Ely.

Fraternally,
Harry Rhea

Received 03/9/11
Prayers Requested and Services for Barbara Foss

Brother Knights,

It is with great sadness that I must report that Barbara Foss, Lady of Sir Knight Robert Foss, PGK of Rosary Council 3741, was called home to the Lord yesterday.

Visitation is scheduled for Monday, March 14, 2011, 3PM-7PM, at Palm Mortuary, 800 S. Boulder Hwy., Henderson.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, March 15, 2011, at Noon, at the Southern Nevada Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery, 1900 Buchanan Blvd., Boulder City.

Please pray for the repose of Barbara’s soul and also pray for Robert and all of the Foss family.


Vivat Jesus!

FN Joe Kramer, PGK
Rev. Theodore Van Skee Assembly #2164

Received 03/7/11
Passing of Brother Larry Zeman

Brother Larry Zeman of Council 1340 in Ely, passed on this morning after a long illness. Please keep him, his wife Dorothy and his family in your prayers.

Fraternally,
Harry Rhea

Received 03/3/11
Prayers needed for Carmine LoBianco

Brother Knights,

Please pray for Sir Knight Carmine LoBianco, he is in the O'Callaghan Federal Hospital with acute pancreatitis.
4700 Las Vegas Blvd N, Nellis AFB, NV 89191-6600 (702) 653-2222.

Fraternally,
John Privitera, FN, PGK.
District Deputy 11

Received 03/3/11
Prayers requested for Bud and Eleanor Rice

Brother Knights:

I am requesting prayers for our Brother Knight, Bud Rice and his wife Eleanor. Eleanor is in the hospital with pneumonia.

Thank You,
John Solt Trustee
Council 12845
Gardnerville, NV

Received 03/3/11
Prayer request for little Logan

Brother Knights:

Please keep my brother's Great Grandson Logan in your prayers. He was the one born with all his insides growing on the outside of his body a little more than a year ago. He had a complete transplant about 6 months ago and was doing fine. He has no immune system because of the rejection drugs he has to take. He is now in the intensive care ward at the University of Minnesota hospital with a cold virus. He and his family needs all the prayers they can get.

Thank You,
John Solt, Trustee
KofC Council 12845
Gardnerville, NV

Received 03/3/11
Prayers requested for Mike and Patricia Burke

Brother Knights:

I am requesting prayers for our Brother Knight, Mike Burke and his wife Patricia. They are in Southern Calif at this time. Mike has a very fast growing Cancer of the Brain. He is not doing very well at this time. He receives Kemo and radiation treatments every mourning. He has trouble speaking, walking and the use of his hands. He understands and knows what he wants to say or do, but is unable to do it very well.

His wife Pat is their taking of him 24 hours a day. They are very much in need of all of our Prayers.

Thank You,
John Solt Trustee
Council 12845
Gardnerville, NV

Received 03/3/11
Prayers needed for Leona Dube'

BROTHER KNIGHTS,

LEONA DUBE’ HAD A VERY SERIOUS STROKE AND WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL HOSPITAL. PLEASE KEEP HER IN YOUR PRAYERS, ALONG WITH HER HUSBAND, HORACE AND SON, JOHN AND HIS FAMILY. PLEASE NO CALLS OR VISITATIONS AT THIS TIME. I WILL FURTHER UPDATE YOU ON HER CONDITION WITH ANY CHANGES.


FRATERNALLY,

TED ACETO, P.S.D.

Received 03/3/11
Funeral Mass for Sal Guarino

Brothers,

The mass for Salvatore "Sal" Guarino is this Saturday at 10:00AM at St.Francis of Assisi
2300 Sunridge Heights Pkwy
Henderson, NV 890052

The family has requested a 4th degree Color Corp. Mass.

Fraternally,
Herman Sisneros, GK
Vivat Jesus

Received 03/2/11
Prayer request for Brother Knight Frank Lenzo Council 8282

Brother Knights,

Please keep in your prayers Brother Knight, Chancellor and PGK Frank Lenzo. He was admitted to Sunrise Hospital yesterday afternoon with congestive heart failure. Tests are being run and he is feeling much better today. Will be in the hospital for the next few days. Also keep in your prayers Franks wife Joanne.

Vivat Jesus,
Rick Sherman
GK - Council 8282

Received 03/2/11
Passing of Brother Sal Guarino

Brothers,

I just got word that Brother Sal Guarino was called into the Kingdom of Heaven this morning at 4:20AM.

Please keep the Guarino family, especially his wife, Marie in your prayers.

As I get more information regarding service arrangements, I will inform the council.

Letters of condolences / sympathy cards may be sent to;
2136 Waterton Rivers Dr.
Henderson, NV 89044-0128

Fraternally,
Herman Sisneros, GK
Vivat Jesus

Received 02/27/11
Death of Jim Cullen's Father

PGK Jim Cullen PGK of Council 2828 informed us that his Father passed away this evening in Mesa, AZ. Peter Cullen was 91, please keep Jim and his family in your prayers.

Fraternally,

Ron Wiedmyer FS Council 2828

Received 02/25/11
Prayer request for Arthur Bourbon PGK

This is to inform all brother Knights that Brother Knight Arthur Bourbon PGK from Council #1340 - Ely Nevada is in the hospital with Phenomena & internal infections.

He is in the William Bee Ririe Hospital in Ely.

Leonard Guy Mathews FS
Council #1340

Received 02/25/11
Prayers for Todd Cabral's Grandmother

If I may ask for prayers for my Grandmother, she is the closest thing to a living Saint that I have ever seen, she is currently entering into the last stages of Alzheimer's disease. At 95 she has had a tremendous life, not always easy, but during that 95 years she never swayed from her faith. My Grandma is the strongest Catholic I have ever known, I thank God everyday that I am blessed to have such an example.

God bless,

Todd Cabral FIC
Field Agent #14232
Knights of Columbus
(775)842-8722

Received 02/22/11
Pray for the Repose of the Soul of Sir Knight Louis Tabat

Sir Knight Louis Tabat of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 and Father Joseph O'Callahan Assembly #2820 passed to his Heavenly Father on Monday February 21, 2011. Brother Lou was a former Las Vegas Constable and nationally-known referee for major boxing matches. Arrangements are pending. Please pray for the repose of his soul and for support for his dear wife Ann and their family during this trying time.

Condolences may be sent to:
Mrs. Ann Tabat
1012 Scenery Circle
Las Vegas, NV 89128-4045
(702) 228-9071


Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 02/21/11
Prayer Request for April Ernst

Mesquite Council #13754 requests prayers for Brother Bill Roybal's sister in law, Mrs April Ernst, who has terminal cancer.

Vivat Jesus!
Jim McCluskey, PGK

Received 02/21/11
Prayer Request for William J. Dougherty

Our Sir Knight and Brother William J. Dougherty is in need of prayers. He is a 4th Degree member of the Rev. Van Skee Assembly 21264 and a member of St. Francis of Assisi Council 13456. William has been suffering for some time now. He has had numerous operations and is again scheduled for more surgery at the end of this month.

Fraternally,
Joseph "joe" Quagliano, PGK, PFN, DM
Rev. Van Skee Assembly #2164
Las Vegas, NV

Received 02/18/11
PRAYER REQUEST FOR BOB AND MARY MCCARTHY

Brother Knights:

I am requesting prayers for our Brother Knight Bob McCarthy and his wife Mary of Gardnerville, NV. Bob has been suffering from Melanoma Cancer for some time now. He has had numerous operations on his Ears, Face, and the rest of his Head. Every time they remove it from one place, it shows up somewhere else. I don't think I have seen him without bandages in a very long time. Bob and Mary are very active in our Parish and the Knights of Columbus. Please keep them in your Prayers. Thank You

John Solt PGN and PSMD
Council 12845
Gardnerville, NV.

Received 02/17/11
In need of prayers

Br, Bob Morin's wife June was in Valley Hospital last week. The Doctor's found a tumor in one lung and one in her brain.
June is home resting and waiting to see what heer next step will be. Please keep June and her family in your prayers.


Ron Wiedmyer
FS Council 2828

Received 02/16/11
Passing of Sir Knight Steve Harkins

Worthy Brothers,

I am sad to announce the passing of Sir Knight, Steve Harkins, who died February 14, 2011. Brother Steve was a member of Nevada Council #978 and Bishop Manouge Assembly #612.

A Rosary will be held at the O'Brien-Rogers and Crosby Funeral Home ( 600 W. 2ND St, Reno) at 5:00 PM on Sunday, February 20.

The Funeral Mass is Monday, February 21, at 1:30 PM at St. Thomas Cathedral in Reno.

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Brother Steve, his wife and family. He will be greatly missed.

Jack Harris, DD2

Received 02/15/11
Prayer request for Michael Cotoia

Please keep SK Michael Cotoia in your prayers... he will have another procedureon on his knee on Tuesday 2/15/11, and would appreciate prayers from everyone, It's only the six surgery, and he is hoping this will be the last. SK Michael is a PGK of Council 3741 in Henderson and the Color Corps Commander for the Rev. Van Skee Assembly.

Fraternally,

Joe Quagliano
Faithful Marshall

Received 02/14/11
Prayer request for Supreme Secretary Emilio Moure

Received the following from the California State Deputy. Please add our Supreme Secretary Emilio Moure to your prayer list.

David M. Ryan
State Deputy

My Brother State Deputies,

I humbly ask you to join with me and the California Jurisdiction to pray for our Brother, Past State Deputy and Supreme Secretary Emilio Moure.
Emilio is at home recovering from recent stomach surgery.

We pray through the Intercession of the Venerable Servant of God, Father Michael J. McGivney, that God our Father will send his healing power
upon or Brother Emilio, cure him of his ailments and return him to good health.

Please also remember his wife Rebeca and the whole Moure family in your prayers.

Thank You and God Bless.

--
Ivan A. Reek
California State Deputy

Sacred Heart of Jesus
Immaculate Heart of Mary
Intercede for us

Received 02/13/11
Prayer request for Dennis Ryan and his family

Brothers, I wish I didn't have to ask again with all that has happened in my family the last few months but I got a call today that my oldest and only remaining brother is not doing well and he ask his wife today if it was ok with her if he could just go. He had a quadruple bypass about five years ago and was doing well but this last week he has really gone downhill. He has an infection that they can't seem to isolate and is running a high fever and is in a lot of pain. Please keep my brother and Sir Knight Dennis Ryan and his family in your prayers.

David Ryan
State Deputy

Received 02/04/11
Prayer request for Frank Lenzo Council 8282

Brother Knights,

Please pray for our Brother Knight, Chancellor, and PGK for Council 8282, Frank Lenzo. Brother Frank was admitted to the hospital last night for tests and a blood transfusion. I will keep you informed as I learn more.

Vivat Jesus,
Rick Sherman
GK - Council 8282

Received 02/04/11
Funeral Services for Sir Knight Nicolas J. Vuolo

Sir Knight Nicolas J. Vuolo
March 4, 1941 – February 2, 2011

Viewing Scheduled for Saturday February 5th.
Hours: 11:00 am. to 3:00 pm., and 6:00 pm. to 7:00 pm., Vigil at 7:30 pm. to 9:00 pm.
Rosary to be prayed by KofC and CWV at: 2:00 pm.

Funeral Mass of Christian Burial on Monday February 7th.
Time: 3:00 pm.
Concelebrated by Father Bill Kenny and Father John Assalone

Reception to follow in Church Hall
If you would wish to bring a dish of food, please call Kathy McGee at 810-2072
to let her know what kind of dish you are bringing on Monday

Viewing and Mass will be held at:
Christ the King Catholic Community
4925 South Torrey Pines drive Las Vegas NV 89118 Phone 702-871-1904

Color Corps callout:
Saturday......11 am-3pm and 6pm-9pm
Monday.....3pm-4:30pm
arrive one-half hour early

Received 02/02/11
Prayers Requested for Brother Dave Werztberger

Everyone please take a moment and say a prayer for Dave Wertzberger he is going in for surgery today, he is one of the all time great guys in our Order and would never ask for prayers himself. I talked with him after Mass last Sunday and he is in good spirits and ready for the surgery. My God watch over Dave and the Doctors performing the surgery.

God bless,

Todd Cabral FIC
Field Agent #14232
Knights of Columbus

Received 02/02/11
update on Sunny Walsh

I received the following from Sunny last evening. Lets continue to keep him in our prayers as he starts his chemo.

Dave Ryan
State Deputy

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I received some very good news today at the base hospital. What the first doctor thought was second stage turns out it is only very early first stage on me. This means the prognoses is very good for me. Like I said I Will Beat This, well I should make a very nice recovery and live a long life after all! I will be starting a low level of chemo with in the next week or so. Now if anyone ask me if miracles happen in this day and age my answer is a most resounding YES THEY DO!!!! When I got home I stopped off at my parish and spent about three hours in deep prayer just had to give the big guy his due.

Fraternally,
Sonny Walsh

PS Prayer does work.

Received 02/01/11
Prayers Requested for Brother Dave Werztberger

BROTHERS,
MY SON, SIR KNIGHT JOHN G. HUSAR, JR WAS RUSHED TO THE E.R. VIA AMBULANCE FOR EXTREME ANGINA PAIN, JOHN IS ONLY 34 AND WILL BE 35 ON THE 17TH OF FEB.
MY SON JEROME DIED SEPT 18, 2010, I AM AFRAID OF LOSING ANOTHER, PLEASE PUT THIS EMAIL ON THE STATE WEBSITE,

FRANTELLY, JOHN SR

Received 02/01/11
Services for SK Jerry Mcilvaney

Brothers' I have been notified that the services for SK Jerry Mcilvaney council 10780 Pahrump, will be on tuesday the 1st of feb. at Our Lady of the Valley in Pahrump, NV. at 10:00 AM..

Vivat Jesus
SK Hank Maglia
Grand Knight
Council 10780
Pahrump, NV

Received 02/01/11
Prayer Request Dan Dexter

Prayers are requested for Dan Dexter, District Deputy, Pilot-Assembly 3118 and member Council 13842 for a speedy recovery after a kidney transplant in San Francisco last week. Dan was to come home today, but had to cancel travel plans for additional treatment. Please pray for a speedy recovery and a blessed Monday for Dan.

Dave Wertzberger
Council 13842 Publicity

Received 02/01/11
Prayers needed For SK Louis Tabat and Family

Brothers:

Our Brother and friend Louis Tabat is very seriously ill.
Please keep him and his family in your thoughts and prayers.
Lou is a member of assembly 2820 and council 10442.

No visitors at this time however,
Get well cards are welcome and can be sent to:
Louis Tabat
1012 Scenery Circle
Las Vegas, NV 89128

Thank you,
John Privitera, FN
Assembly 2820

Received 01/31/11
Prayers for Dannett Ryan

Please pray for the repose of the soul of my sister-in-law Danette Ryan who went home to God at 9:30 yesterday evening. She is now with her husband who passed away on November 10th. Remember their six girls and their families who have lost both of their parents/grandparents in the last three months. Lord at this time be their refuge and comfort so that in their sadness and sorrow may find peace and consolation in You.

David M. Ryan
State Deputy

Received 01/30/11
Request prayers for Ray Magiera

Prayers are requested for Brother Ray Magiera from Holy Apostles Council 12543, he was recently diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Please keep Brother Magiera, his wife & family in your prayers during this very difficult time.

Fraternally,
Ray Gardea
SAA / DD #8

Received 01/30/11
Prayers for Sonny Walsh

Lets keep him Sonny Walsh in our prayers. Please honor his wishes and not call him at this time.

David M. Ryan
State Deputy

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My Worthy SD and Brother David M. Ryan,

I spent this fine Saturday at the Base Hospital with what I thought was just another bout with St rep Throat. However to my unpleasant surprise I have learned that I may be at the start of the BATTLE OF MY LIFE! It seems they think they seen a problem with my Lymph Nodes, and I now have to return there on Monday for further testing. For the time being I have not told my wife as I don't want to alarm her if they were wrong about what they think they seen! All I ask is that the word be put out for the RR AYERS of all of my brothers within the Great State of Nevada. At this present time I ask there be no phone calls made to my home for the obvious reason! As the old saying goes Yea Though I Walk Through The Valley of Darkness I Fear No Evil, For I am The MEANEST In There! In the past I have beaten the odds like when I was told I would never walk again, or when I was told I would never talk again, or when my family was told I wouldn't last the night! Well here I am almost 20 years later just about to face yet another trail! I am sure that this time I will be VICTORIOUS once again. I will see you all at our Assembly Meeting on the second Monday. This is where my TWELVE YEARS as a member of the Unites States Army's very best will come into play for me once again. You see I am just to THICK HEADED TO LET THIS BEAT ME IF IT IS WHAT THEY THINK IT IS!!!!

Fraternally,
SK David F. "Sonny" Walsh SSC, PGK

Received 01/28/11
Passing of Br. Frank "Don" McNeill

Brother Knights,

It is with a saddened heart that I am sending this EMAIL to notify you of the passing of Br. Frank "Don" McNeill on Wednesday, January 26, at the age of 90. Br. Don joined the Order on October 2, 1955 and went through his First, Second, and Third Degrees all on the same day. He as a member of Fallon Council 4828 and an Honorary Life member of the Order. His long-time service to the Order will be missed.

Funeral services will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Hawthorne, Nevada on Tuesday, February 1st. Interment will take place at the Hawthorne Cemetery with military honors being conducted by the Hawthorne Veteran's of Foreign Wars.

Please pray for the repose of Br. Don's soul and also for his wife, Yvette, and the rest of their family. He will be missed by all.


Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 01/26/11
Request Prayers for Fr. Henry Salditos

Brothers, Request prayers for Fr. Henry Salditos, St James the Apostle Catholic Church Administrator, his brother Romeo Salditos was called to join our Heavenly Father on 25 Jan 2011. Fr. Henry Salditos, Fr. Rey Salditos and two nieces will be departing for the Philippines on 27 Jan 2011 to attend the funeral & will return on 13 Feb 2011. Please keep Fr. Salditos & family members in your prayers during this difficult period.

Fraternally,
Ray Gardea
SAA / DD #8

Received 01/26/11
Update on John Frischmon

John has his surgery and first chemo behind him. The first day after chemo was rough--but now he just has minor bloating and weakness. Thank you for your prayers. Our spirits are good due to the support. Blessings, Janet and John

John is a long time and active member of Saint Andrew Co. 8078 in Boulder City.

Received 01/25/11
Passing of Brother Vincent Polvino

It is with deep sympathy that I am announcing the recent passing of Brother Vincent Polvino, January 22, 2011. Brother Palvino was a member of the Italian Catholic Association and the Knights of Columbus, Council 8282. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Polvino. Vincent is survived by his son, Richard (Bhavani) of Snowflake, Ariz.; daughter, Carolyn (Martin) Orsinelli, of Las Vegas; and grandchildren, Funeral mass will be at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 25, at St Viator Catholic Church, 2461 E. Flamingo Road, with visitation at Davis Funeral Home immediately following until 1:30pm. Donations may be made to the American Heart Association. Please keep Brother Vincent’s family in your prayers.

Vivat Jesus,
Rick Sherman
GK - Council 8282

Received 01/25/11
Prayers request for DD#1 Dan Dexter

District Deputy 1 Dan Dexter is currently in California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco. He will undergo a Kidney transplant on Wednesday January 26th. Let us keep Dan and his family in our prayers and ask for Dan’s speedy recovery. He is expected to be in the hospital 5 to 7 days after his transplant.

Cards may be sent to:
Dan Dexter
10635 Double R. Blvd
Reno, NV 89521

Dave Ryan
State Deputy

Received 01/21/11
Passing of SK Jerry H McIlvaney

Council 10780 lost a brother Knight this week... Jerry H. Mcilvaney was a Honorary Life members of Council 10780 in Pahrump,NV and was a SK with Assembly #87... Please pray for him

Thank you,

SK Hank Maglia
Grand Knight
Council 10780
Pahrump NV

Received 01/21/11
Prayers Requested for DGK Steve Keefe and Family

Please pray for our DGK Steve Keefe and his family... Steve's dad passed away on tuesday of this week in California. Please keep him in our thoughts and prayers.

Thank you,

SK Hank Maglia
Grand Knight
Council 10780
Pahrump NV

Received 01/21/11
Prayers for Brother Alfred Sampson - Council 8282

Brothers: Please pray for Brother Alfred Sampson who will be having surgery on Tuesday, Jan. 25.

Fraternally yours,
Joe Quagliano, PGK & Richard Sherman, Grand Knight of St. Viator Council #8282

Received 01/20/11
Prayers for Brother Mike Rippa and Robert Escamilla. council 12543

Brothers, Please pray for brother Mike Rippa our Financial Sect and Brother Robert Escamilla our Faithful first year Trustee. Both are going into the Hospital today for different reasons... And both are expected to be same day surgery, but with our prayers perhaps they both would have speedy recovery's.

Thanks,
Frank Whitaker, Grand Knight
Holy Apostle Council 12543

Received 01/19/11
Prayers Requested for George Wohlpart

I was contacted today by Fran Wohlpart the wife of Brother George Wohlpart, member of Mother Seton Council 11029. She states that Brother Wohlpart suffered a stroke on Tuesday January 18th, is paralyzed on one side of his body, and suffering from a severe speech impairment. She is requesting that his name be added to the Good of the Order for a complete and full recovery.

Grand Knight
SK John R. Foster
Mother Seton Council 11029

Received 01/18/11
Prayer request for Nell Baker

Nell Baker widow of Art Baker former council member of Mother Seton Ladies Auxiliary, is having surgery on Thursday, Jan. 20th and she is also having lots of pain on her knees and legs, having a hard time walking. We pray that the Lord guide the surgeons and all who will be caring for her.

Richard Sarver

Received 01/18/11
PRAYER REQUEST FOR MIKE AND PATTI BURKE

Brother Knights: Please keep our brother Knight Mike Burke and his wonderful Wife Patti, in your prayers. Mike entered the UCLA Ronald Reagan Hospital at Westwood Village in LA, and had surgery for a Brain tumor on Sat, Jan 1, 2011. They had to remove the upper half of his scull to remove the tumor. I spoke to him this Morning, he was in good sprits and said he gets things mixed up a little,"like the rest of us". He is an out patient and has to go in to the Hospital everyday for Radiation and Kemo treatments. He said he was sorry that he hasn't been able to be there and help out with Bingo.

Please keep this brother Knight and wife in all our prayers.

Vivat Jesus
John Solt PGK
Council 12845 Gardnerville, NV

Received 01/18/11
Prayer request for David Stremmel

Please pray for Brother Knight David Stremmel of Ponderosa Council, Holy Cross, Sparks. David is in critical condition in the intensive care unit at Northern Nevada Medical Center in Sparks.

Yours in Christ,
SK Mike Morris
Grand Knight
Ponderosa Council 4928

Received 01/18/11
Prayer request for John Frischmon

John Frishmon is a long time member of Saint Andrew Council 8078 in Boulder City

Bob Hartman, DD#12

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Our dear family and friends,

We begin stage 2 , 3 and 4 of our Transformational journey against John's Cancer tomorrow. John has already had hormones shots to shut down the testosterone feeding cancer cells for over two months. He is not in pain, he has lost some energy and struggles with the hot flashes and irritability that us women have experienced in menopause. But he is hopeful and has kept his sense of humor.. Tomorrow he will undergo surgery to remove the testes which is the only effective way to totally shut down testosterone. It is outpatient, simple , but of course traumatic for a man. But real men have soul and John has a BIG SOUL.

Then next Friday he will begin 4 months of Chemo, every three weeks. This is because the Cancer has metastasized into his bones. Hopefully, this will hold it in check and give him more pain free years. Along with this he will have a bone treatment Zometa which strengthens bones against collapse and breakage.

This is a lot. The Doctor tells us that John has the health of 65 not 80 and is a good candidate. We are hopeful, though deeply sad that cancer has threatened John's quality of life. We know that you also travel with us on this journey, as well as your own personal journey with its challenges, pains and joys. Travel well, and wish us grace on our journey. We need your prayers. I will ocassionally update you. If we can't answer the phone, this is a good way to communicate(e-mail) or leave us messages.

Blessings, Janet and John

Received 01/17/11
Prayer Request for Ken Smith

We are requesting prayers for Brother Ken Smith who is undergoing surgery next Wednesday for cancer. We are asking for your prayers for a speedy and complete recovery.

Thanks,
Grand Knight
SK John R. Foster
Mother Seton Council 11029

Received 01/16/11
Prayers Requested for Brother Louis Tabat

Brother Louis Tabat of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 is not doing well per his wife Ann. Brother Lou is a former Las Vegas Constable and well-known referee for major boxing matches. Please pray for comfort and support for Brother Lou and for his dear wife Ann and their family.

Cards may be sent to:
Brother Louis and Ann Tabat
1012 Scenery Circle
Las Vegas, NV 89128-4045

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 01/11/11
Update on John Solt's Surgery

Hi Everyone,

John's surgery went very well yesterday. The Doctor says there was a lot of scar tissue to deal with. They did take out all the old hardware and put in new starting from L3 down to S1 using larger screws. He was very coherent all day yesterday, but he hadn't been up and walking yet when I had left last night. I expect him to come home before this weekend. Please keep him in your prayers for a speedy recovery.

God Bless,
Lesley Solt

Received 01/10/11
Thanks for the Prayers - SK John Galvin is Home from the Hospital

Brothers,

SK John Galvin called a moment ago and asked if I would send out a message to everyone thanking them for their prayers, cards, and good wishes. John is home and back to work. He is feeling fine.

God bless you all.

Tom Moran, PGK
Nevada State Council
Communications Chair

Received 01/10/11
Prayer Request for Charlotte Padron

Charlotte Padron; wife of Brother Juan Padron, and member of the Ladies Auxiliary of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442; went to the Centennial Hills Hospital emergency room on Friday with severe abdominal pain. Per Juan, she has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. She is in Room 611. She can have visitors and phone calls at (702) 835-9700. She plans to go home on Tuesday January 11th. Please pray for Charlotte’s speedy and complete recovery. Also, say a prayer for Brother Juan, who is also a Sir Knight in the Msgr. John J. Lambe Assembly #611, during this trying time.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Charlotte and Juan Padron
6481 W. Viking Road
Las Vegas, NV 89103-2153
E-mail: jmpjump@cox.net


Mike Buttell
Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary

Received 01/10/11
Prayer Request for Brother Knight Ray L. McCollum

I am asking for prayers for Brother Knight Ray L. McCollum, pass member of Ponderosa Council 4928 and current member of Our Lady of the Desert Council 12877, Sparks, NV. He is in Northern Nevada Medical Center's ICU, suffering from Cystic Fibrous in his Lungs. Thank You for your prayers for my Dad.

Fraternally yours,
SK Raymond J. (Joe) McCollum

He is also the brother of Fr. Paul McCollum, pastor of St. Gall's in Gardnerville, NV and Diocesan seminarian coordinator for Reno.

Received 01/08/11
PRAYER REQUEST FOR JOHN SOLT & FAMILY

Brother Knights:

This time I am requesting prayers for wife Lesley and myself. At 6 am Monday morning I am having back surgery again. The Dr. said it will take between 3 1/2 to 4 hr. He has to remove all the hardware he installed last Feb. He has to release the pressure from my nerve and then fuse the bottom 4 vertebras. So it looks like I'll be laid up again for awhile and my loving Wife will the job taking care of me again. Please keep her and myself in your prayers.

Thank you and may God bless all of you,
SK John Solt, PGN, PSMD
Council 12845, Gardnerville, NV

Received 01/07/11
Prayer Request for Earl "Mac" McCarty

Earl "Mac" McCarty life member of council 11029 fell and broke his hip. He is currently in rehab and is asking for prayers for a speedy recovery.

Thanks,
SK John R. Foster
Grand Knight Council 11029

Received 01/07/11
Prayers requested for Brother Joe McKnight

Brother Joe McKnight of Council 1340 has suffered a heart attack. He was in the ER in San Diego at the time and quick action saved him. He will have a long recovery period. His wife called today and asked for prayers.

Harry Rhea
PGK 1340

Received 01/05/11
Services for Leonard G. "Tex" Mathews

The services for L G “Tex” Mathews, Father of Leonard “Guy” Mathews, FS Council # 1340 & Grand Father of Leonard “Matt” Mathews, G K Council #1340
-will be held on Tuesday, January 11th @ 11:00 am in Yerington, NV. @ The Mortuary Chapel.
Thanks to all for continued Condolences & Prayers.

Annie & Leonard Guy Mathews

Received 01/04/11
Passing of Leonard G Mathews
(father of council 1340 FS Guy & grandfather of council 1340 GK Matt)

I am sorry to inform you that Leonard G Mathews passed away this morning (1/04/2010) at 1:30am in his home in Yerington, NV. He is the father of Leonard Guy Mathews FS & grandfather of Leonard Matt Mathews GK for Council # 1340 in Ely. Please pray for the repose of his soul. He was 96 years old.

Annie Mathews
Ely, NV

Received 01/04/11
Prayers Requested for SK John Galvin

Brothers,

SK John Galvin became ill on Sunday and is in Sunrise Hospital Room E 439. Please pray for John's speedy recovery and for his family.

Fraternally,
Tom Moran, PGK
Nevada State Council
Communications Chair

Received 01/03/11
Prayers Requested for Mother of Deceased 8th Grader

Brothers,

Prayers are requested for the mother of an 8th Grader in Ohio. She is a friend of my wife's sister who teaches school and she was one of her students. The 8th grader went to the dentist to have some work done and it is believed that she was either given to much anesthesia or she had a reaction which caused her brain to swell and after a few operations in a few days she went into a coma and that is when God called her to come home. Her mother is in need of all the prayers she can get for sometime to come.

Thank you.

Howard E Garis Jr
Financial Secretary
Mother Seton
Council 11029

Received 01/02/11
Passing of Gloria Wainscott

Worthy State Deputy Dave Ryan,

Sadly I need to let you know that Gloria Wainscott passed away this past week in Denver, Colorado. She was 85 plus one day and had been in a Nursing home in Denver the past 18 months but had been a long time resident of Henderson. The obituary will appear in the Las Vegas Journal Review Wednesday January 5 through Friday January 7. It’s hard but a blessing for her to be reunited with my father. Mom is being moved from Denver back to Henderson. The services will be a visitation on Saturday January 8 at Palm Mortuary 800 S. Boulder Hwy in Henderson, NV at 4PM and a rosary at 5:30PM. A memorial Mass will be held on Monday January 10 at 11am at St. Peter the Apostle Church 204 S. Boulder Hwy in Henderson. A private burial will be held at the Veterans cemetery in Boulder City, NV.

An honor guard will not be requested.

Thanks for keeping Mom in your prayers,
God Bless & Keep the Faith!

Patrick Wainscott – Former DD
John Wainscott – Supreme Director

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Brothers,

Gloria Wainscott was the mother of Supreme Director & Past State Deputy of Utah John Wainscott and Former State Membership Director and District Deputy Partick Wainscott. Please keep them and their families in your prayers. Both John and Patrick have been strong supporters of the Knights. Cards may be sent to:

John Wainscott
2117 Falcon Way
Sandy, UT 84093-2657

or

Patrick Wainscott
640 St Andrews Rd
Henderson, NV 89015


David M. Ryan
State Deputy

Received 01/02/11
PRAYER REQUEST FOR BUD AND ELEANOR RICE

Brother Knights:

Please keep Brother, Bud Rice and his Wife Elenore in your prayers. Elenore had neck surgery last week and Bud, who uses a walker is doing his best at being her care taker.
The surgery went fine, but she has a ways to go before she is back to taking care of Bud.

John Solt, PGK
Council 12845
Gardnerville, NV

Received 01/02/11
PRAYER REQUEST FOR MIKE BURKE

Dear Knights, Please pass along the information that our Brother Knight, Mike Burke is in the UCLA Ronald Reagan Hospital in LA at Westwood Village and is scheduled for surgery for a brain tumor Sat Jan 1, 2011.

Please keep him and his wife Patti in your prayers.

Thank You,
John Solt, PGK 12845
Gardnerville, NV

Received 12/30/10
Services for Arthur Macaraeg

Brother Knights and Ladies, Services are as follows:

Viewing will be 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 30, at Davis Funeral Home, 6200 S. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas. (Rosary at 7:00 PM)

Mass will be at noon Saturday, Jan. 1, at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 130 N. Pecos Road in Henderson.

Please keep Art, his wife Teresa, and family in your prayers.

Herman Sisneros, GK
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Obituary - Arthur Macaraeg

ARTHUR MACARAEG Arthur S. Macaraeg, 58, a commercial real estate broker, of Henderson, passed away Dec. 27, 2010. He was born March 30, 1952, in Manila, Philippines, and was a 17-year resident of Nevada. Art was an accomplished musician and excellent chef. He was active member of the Filipino community, helping homeless teens and proud member of the Knights of Columbus. Art served on the Board of St. Thomas More Parish Council, Republican Congressional Committee for Southern Nevada and Board of CDRB in Las Vegas. He was instrumental in developing many of the master-planned communities that we enjoy in Las Vegas today. Art is survived by his loving wife, of 23 years, Teresa Miller Macaraeg; sons, Zachary and Henry; daughters, Anastasia and Tara (Noel); grandsons, Nicholas and Nathan; mother and her husband, Sylvia and Wili Nicholson; brothers, Arsenio and Arnold; sisters, Armenia, Arlene and Arsyl; and numerous brother and sister-in-laws, aunties, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Viewing will be 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 30, at Davis Funeral Home, 6200 S. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas. Mass will be at noon Saturday, Jan. 1, at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 130 N. Pecos Road in Henderson. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in his memory to Street Teens, P.O. Box 70478, Las Vegas, NV 89170.

Published in Las Vegas Review-Journal from December 29 to December 30, 2010
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/lvrj/obituary.aspx?n=arthur-macaraeg&pid=147484075&fhid=10864

Received 12/30/10
Prayers for Dennis Nunez - Funeral 1/10/11 at 11:00 a.m. SJHOM

Brother Sir Knight Dennis Nunez was a Charter Member of Fr. O' Callahan Assembly; Date of Birth was 11/27/1939 and was called back "Home" by Our Lord 12/23/2010. He was Usher at 10 AM Mass, lost to Cancer of the liver, made his First Degree 3/24/1992; Became Sir Knight on 2/1/2003 by Exemplification Master SK Bruce Jarzen.

SK Dennis was a great Sir Knight and I was fortunate to have him as a Good Friend. He will be Greatly Missed. I hope we get a good turn out of Knights, Sir Knights and Color Corps. Please say a prayer for Kim and Nunez's Family. (Below is a note from Kim including info for her fathers funeral mass.)

God Bless & Thank You,
SK Peter C. Ilardo
Faithful Comptroller
Father O' Callahan Assy. 2820

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From: Kim Littman
Sent: Wednesday, December 29, 2010 10:11 PM
Subject: Dennis Nunez

Hello Mr. Ilardo,

I am the daughter of Dennis and thought I'd write to you because my Dad spoke of you as a friend. As you may have heard, my dad passed away on December 23rd. We were with him when he passed and he was aware that he was surrounded by family. He had been suffering from liver cancer and that's the reason that he moved up to Reno in late August, so he could be closer to me and my brothers.

I'm sorry to give you this sad news. His funeral mass will be held at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary on Monday, January 10 at 11:00 a.m.

Thank you. And thank you for your friendship with my father.

Best,

Kim Littman

Received 12/29/10
Prayers Request for Nicky Stevens

Please, pray for Nicky Stevens, son of Aaron and Lisa Stevens. Aaron is a 3rd Degree Knight and a member of Ponderosa Council 4928. Your prayers are greatly needed.

Your prayers are needed for young Nicky Stevens. Please get on your knees and pray with all your heart for Nicky and remember to include his parents in your prayers. Nicky is back in the hospital and is facing surgery again. LUKE 18:27 Jesus said, " What is impossible with men is possible with God." As a parent, we would rather have the pain and illness on us instead of our children. Prayer is only what we can offer.

Yours in Christ,
Mike Morris
Grand Knight
Ponderosa Council 4928

Received 12/29/10
Passing of Brother Art Macaraeg

Brothers,

I was informed this morning of the passing of Brother Art Macaraeg. I'm in the process of contacting Art's family for further details.

Information I have as of now, is that there will be a funeral mass at St. Thomas More on Saturday, Jan 1st at 12PM.

Please keep Art, his wife Teresa, and family in your prayers.


Vivat Jesus

Herman Sisneros, GK
St. Francis of Assisi Council 13456

Received 12/29/10
Prayers Requested for the Repose of the Soul of Mrs. Elma Ougland

Mrs. Elma Ougland, mother of Mary Jane Ciccone and mother-in-law of Past Grand Knight, One-Year Trustee and District 9 Ceremonial Coordinator Nick Ciccone of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 passed away on Christmas Day. She went to be with Christ on his birthday.

Condolences may be sent to:

Mary Jane and Nick Ciccone
8852 Polo Bay Circle
Las Vegas, NV 89117-1013
Home: (702) 256-7673
E-mail: luckynik@cox.net

Pray for the repose of her soul, and for comfort and peace for the Ougland and Ciccone families.


Grand Knight Mike Buttell
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 12/27/10
Update on Virginia Lansing

We want to thank everyone for their prayers & support for my sister, who had surgery for the brain aneurysm. She has progressed so well the drs are amazed. She has been transferref to a rehab center close to home. I spoke with her on the phone today & can't believe how good she sounds. She is still slightly confused as to time mostly, but was joking about not having to cook cz she was sick. Thank you all again & please keep her in your prayers for a continued speedy recovery.

Joyce Bieniasz

Received 12/27/10
Passing of Dennis Nunez

Brother Dennis Nunez of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 has passed away in a hospital in Reno.

Please pray for the repose of his soul and for his wife Maria and their family.

Condolence cards may be sent to his daughter:

Ms Littman
2908 Fox Trail Drive
Reno, NV 89523-3241

There may be a service for him at St Joseph, H.O.M. on Jan 8th.


Nick Ciccone
Fraternal Chairman Council 10442

Received 12/27/10
Thank You For Your Prayers - Grace Moran is Cancer Free!

Brothers (and Sisters):

Thank you for your prayers for my wife, Grace. The Oncologist confirmed the results of the CD scan, Grace is now cancer free. Praise God!

Fraternally,

Tom Moran, PGK
Nevada State Council
Awards/Reports Chair
Communications Chair

Received 12/26/10
Prayers Requested for Tom Hewitt 12690

Please keep Sir Tom Hewitt Council 12690 Laughlin Nv. in your prayers.

On Jan 6 2011 he will be going in the hospital to have an Aortic Valve replaced.


Thank You,

Grand Knight
Fred Wells
12690 Laughlin Nv

Received 12/24/10
Services for PGK Tony Durante

Brothers

It is with great sorrow that I have to announce the death of PGK Tony Durante. Tony passed away on Wednesday, December 22 after several extended illnesses. Tony was a long-time member of Nevada Council 978, past grand knight, and active with Knights throughout the State of Nevada.

Visitation will be at Walton's Funeral Home (875 West Second Street, Reno), from 5:00-7:00 p.m., on Monday, December 27, followed by recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 p.m.

The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 28 at St. Thomas Aquinas Cathedral.

The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Tootsie Roll Fund, care of Nevada Council 978.

Please pray for the repose of Tony's soul, for his widow Marge and the entire Durante family.


Fraternally,

Brian Saeman, Grand Knight
Nevada Council 978

Received 12/23/10
Prayers needed for Dennis F. Nunez

Please pray for our Brother Dennis F. Nunez, a member of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Council 10442 and Fr. Joseph O'Callahan Assembly 2820, who is in a hospital in Reno.

Fraternally,

John Privitera,
FN Fr. O'Callahan Assy 2820
District Deputy # 11

Received 12/21/10
Genevieve Stoeckinger Wake 12/22 and Funeral 12/23

Brothers,

Mrs. Genevieve Stoeckinger, wife of Roy Stoeckinger and Mother of Field Agent John Stoeckinger, passed away Saturday, December 18, 2010.

Viewing will be at Bunker's Mortuary, 925 Las Vegas Blvd., North, Las Vegas, NV, on Wednesday December 22, 4-7 p.m.

Funeral Mass will be at 10:a.m. Thursday, December 23, at St. Joan of Arc Church, 315 S. Casino Center Blvd. Las Vegas.

In lieu of flowers, gifts may be given to St. Joseph's Catholic School, 1300 Bridger Street, Las Vegas.

Here is a link to her obituary.
http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/lvrj/obituary.aspx?n=genevieve-stoeckinger&pid=147324965

Fraternally,

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary
Council No. 10442

Received 12/21/10
Memorial Service for Sue Milo (Steve Milo's Wife) who passed away Dec. 15th.

There will be a service for Sue Milo, who passed away as a result of an auto accident, and medical complications as a result of the surgery. she did not recover from.

Services at 11am tomorrow Tuesday Dec. 22nd at: St Viator's Chapel (corner of Flamingo and Eastern)

Steve Milo's phone number 617 899 6557 for those that might wish to call Steve.

Thanks,
Ray Lanfear

Received 12/20/10
Two deaths today - Raymond Walker & Regina Baginski Antolic

Today has been a BAD day.

I was informed earlier of the death of my Friend Raymond Walker who died of Liver and Kidney failure.

Then I just received what I thought was a Christmas Card, informing me of the death of a Family member; my cousin Regina Baginski Antolic. She had been diagnosed with Lung Cancer and lost the battle.

PLEASE pray for the souls of my Friend and Cousin as they've been Called Home at this time.

VIVAT JESUS
Brother Thomas R Boganski
Prince of Peace Council 9899

Received 12/20/10
Update on Paul Doucet

Thank you for your prayers, Paul Doucet had a liver transplant yesterday and is recovering well. Paul is the son of Joe Doucet from St. John the Baptist Council in Laughlin and Steve Doucet of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton council in Las Vegas. Paul was finally put on the list Friday and a donor liver was available Sunday. We also ask for prayers of thanks and sympathy for the family of the donor.

Praise God,
Steve Doucet

Received 12/19/10
Passing of Br. Gary Enos of Council 4828

Br. Knights,

It is with a saddened heart that I am sending this EMAIL to notify you of the passing of Br. Gary Enos on Saturday, December 18. Br. Gary joined the order through initiation into Council 4828 on September 16, 2009 and has been an active member in our Council since. He was also an active member of the local Elk's lodge. Prior to his retirement several years ago, Br. Gary worked as an electronic warfare radar system technician at the Naval Air Station Fallon's Electronic Warfare Range.

Please pray for the repose of Br. Gary's soul and also for his wife, Eloise, and the rest of their family. He will be missed by all.


Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 12/17/10
Deceased member Mesquite Council

Brother Tom Moran, Brother John Ligouri from Mesquite Council 13754 passed away on Oct 24th. He was a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus. Can you send out request for prayers and condolences? Just learned about his passing yesterday. Here is a link to his obituary. http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/lvrj/obituary.aspx?n=john-ligouri&pid=146167642

Thank you,
Sean Casey GK Mesquite Council

Received 12/17/10
Update on Joyce Bieniasz's sister

An update on my sister Virginia Lansing after her anerusym- brain surgery:

she's having more and more good days, yesterday able to speak a few words and recognize my brother -in-law and say his name.
She is still not eating on her own, is taking nourishment through her NG tube. Most of her other tubes and monitoring attachments have been removed to prepare for a move out of ICU to an intermediate room upstairs one floor, then a regular hospital room after that depending on her progress.
She still doesn't know where she is, but there are little break-throughs every day, and we are still believing in a full recovery.
When she is able to comprehend more, Pat will be bringing in the many get well cards and read/show them to her.
Thank you all for your prayers and support, it means more to us than you can ever know...........

Love,
Joyce and family

Received 12/16/10
Request Prayers for Bethany Reaves

Brother Knights:

I'd be grateful for any prayers for my oldest granddaughter, Bethany Reaves, 27 mom of two, who went in for a stepedectomy across the country in Virginia to repair a hereditary middle ear condition yesterday and, instead, a large tumor was discovered and partially removed.

Thank you,

with trust in Mary, Joseph and Jesus

Brother Nick Nicosia
Former Administrator & Roundtable Coordinator
St. Mary in the Mountains
Virginia City, Nevada
Council 4781

Received 12/16/10
Update 2 on Herb Shurtliff

Thank you all for your prayers!

Jim's dad has improved a lot this week. On Monday, the tubes were removed from his throat. He had some trouble exhaling, so they have him wearing a Bi-Pap, which is giving him extra air and letting him breathe easier. He has gained strength and even took a couple of steps yesterday. They suspected that he might have a staph infection, but that turned out to be negative. Praise God!

We are so grateful to all of you for praying for Herb and the rest of our family during this scary time. We know that God is with us and are thankful for his goodness. It will be a long recovery with much physical therapy, so we ask that you keep us in your prayers.

Thanks again for all you do as Knights.

Monica Shurtliff

Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 12/16/10
Prayers for Sue Milo

Brother Knights,

Please pray for Sue Milo, wife of Brother Steve Milo. Sue was in an automobile accident last week and is at UMC in the ICU unit. She is in critical condition and not expected to live.

Vivat Jesus,

Rick Sherman, GK - Council 8282

Received 12/13/10
Prayers Requested for Brother Roy and Genevieve Stoeckinger

I have received word from PGK Don Thompson; that Brother Roy Stoeckinger of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 and his wife Genevieve are in need of our prayers. Roy is recuperating at home after a very serious staph infection. His wife Genevieve is at Sunrise Hospital after a fall with a broken arm, an ulcer and pneumonia. Roy has been a Knight of some 55 years, and they are the parents of our former field agent, John Stoeckinger, who transferred to Nebraska.

Get-well cards may be sent to:

Brother and Mrs. Roy Stoeckinger
3601 E. Wyoming St. #403
Las Vegas, NV 89104-4943
(702) 641-8743


Mike Buttell
Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 12/12/10
Update on Herb Shurtliff

Thank you all for praying for Jim's dad. He made progress today and finally moved his fingers. We have been very worried because it has been two weeks since his heart surgery and he still had not been able to move his hands.

Jim was sitting with him today and he moved his fingers and then put his hand on his stomach. We are all very relieved! He still has a long way to go, but this is a great gift from God. Thank you all for continuing to pray.

Monica Shurtliff

Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 12/11/10
Death of a charter member of Council 14544 - Prayers Requested

Dear Brothers,

I just received the sad news that Joseph Cusimano, a charter member of our Council died this morning (12/9/2010). His sister Phyllis works with Patty Shovelin in the parish office and Phyllis is a dear friend of many of us. Arrangements have not been finalized yet but I did talk to Phyllis a few minutes ago and he will be buried in Chicago, but they may do a memorial service at St. Anthony’s. As more information is a available, I will try to distribute it.

Sincerely

Joe Feldhouse

Received 12/09/10
Prayers Requested for PGK Gerald Fransen

Past Grand Knight Gerald (Jerry) Fransen of St.Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 had a heart operation during the morning of December 9th at Summerlin Hospital. His heart was 100% blocked with other blockages. Please pray for the recovery of Brother Jerry and for his wife Sharon and their family.

Get-well cards may be sent to:

PGK and Mrs. Gerald Fransen
3160 Montessouri St.
Las Vegas, NV 89117-3148
(702) 871-0167
E-mail: fransen1@cox.net


Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 12/09/10
Passing of Helen Kelley (mother-in-law of PSD Paul Dendary)

It is with great sadness to announce my mother-in-law passed away Friday evening, December 3, 2010. She died as they were preparing her for a biopsy. The result of that biopsy would have shown she had lung cancer.

Helen Kelley lived in Winnemucca and was very active with my old Council 2666 helping with all their activities, making potatoes for their monthly pancake breakfasts. She served in several capacities at the church including counting the weekly collections and being President of the altar society for five years. She was active around town too, including being on the Board of Directors at the Senior Center and volunteering at the hospital auxiliary’s thrift shop. The Poke and Peek.

She will be greatly missed by her family and many friends. A beautiful funeral mass was held Monday at St. Paul’s Catholic Church. Burial will be at a later date at the Winnemucca Cemetery.

Condolences may be sent to:
PSD Paul and Beverly Dendary
2348 Galilean Moon St.
Henderson, NV 89044

Thank you for praying for Helen’s children and extended family.

Paul Dendary, PSD

Received 12/08/10
Prayer Request for Family Friend

I am hereby requesting all Brother Knights to Pray for my Dear Family Friend who was recently diagnosed with Liver Failure. He is now suffering additionally with increasing Kidney Failure and is ungoing Dialysis three times a week.

PLEASE Pass this Prayer Request to all State of Nevada Councils.


VIVAT JESUS

Brother Thomas R Boganski
Prince of Peace Council 9899
Las Vegas, Nevada

Received 11/29/10
Prayers needed for Virginia Lansing (Sister-in-law of PSD Wayne Bieniasz)

Worthy Brother Knights, Joyce and I just found out that her Sister Virginia Lansing is in a Seattle Hospital and will be in Surgery tomorrow morning for Brain Surgery. We request prayer for Virginia and her Husband Pat a Brother Knight. Thank You.

Vivat Jesus

Wayne Bieniasz PSD

Received 11/29/10
Prayer request for Don Fanucchi

Brothers,

Please keep Don Fanucchi in your prayers as he has 4 brain tumors and is currently going through kemo to try and destroy them. Don is the uncle of brother Ken Pistilli of Saint Ann of the Comstock council in Dayton, NV.

Rich Palmer - Chancellor
Saint Ann of the Comstock council 13924
Dayton, NV

Received 11/24/10
Prayer Request for Herb Shurtliff

Br. Knights,

Please add my father, Herb Shurtliff, to your prayer list. He will be having a heart valve transplant operation in Salt Lake City on Monday morning, 29 November. He has had two previous quadruple bypass operations in his life (1981 & 1994), so this will be his third open heart surgery, making it more dangerous than it otherwise would be. Your prayers will be appreciated.


Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 11/23/10
Prayers Requested for the Recovery of Deacon Thomas Bast (Update 2)

I visited Tom today at noon and he told me that he will be discharged tomorrow and will be home for Thanksgiving with his family. The prognosis is good for a full recovery. He will not return to his church duties on a full time basis until after the first of the year. On good days, he will assist Father Marc at mass. This is great news.

William Allen

Received 11/23/10
Prayers Requested for the Recovery of Deacon Thomas Bast (Update)

Deacon Thomas Bast of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Church and Brother Knight in Council 10442 has been moved from ICU to Room 372, St. Rose Dominican Hospital - Siena Campus, 3001 St. Rose Parkway, Henderson Main: (702) 616-5000. Deacon Tom has been in the hospital since November 8th with bleeding in the brain. He can now have visitors. Please pray for the continued, complete and rapid recovery of Deacon Tom and for his wife Kathleen and their family.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Deacon and Mrs. Thomas Bast
4773 Riva De Romanza St.
Las Vegas, NV 89135
(702) 254-9863
E-mail: tjkaba@cox.net


Mike Buttell
Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 11/20/10
Prayers Requested for Brother Anthony Brenes and Family

Brother Anthony Brenes of St. Viator, Council 8282 was called to our Maker on Monday evening the 15th of November. Brother Anthony was a new member of our council and we will miss him. Please pray for his family and friends in this time of grief and sorrow.

Vivat Jesus,

Rick Sherman, GK
Council 8282

Received 11/17/10
Prayers Requested for Brother Anthony Robertson

Brother Tony Robertson of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 had cataract surgery on his left eye on November 17th. Cataracts are a serious and common disease of the eye in which the lens becomes cloudy, making a person partly or entirely blind. A cataract robs sight by clouding the lens of the eye so that insufficient light is able to fall on the sensitive retina. Please pray for Brother Tony’s speedy and complete recovery.

Get-well cards may be sent to:

Brother Tony Robertson
5225 Westleigh Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89146-3326
Home: (702) 258-9496
E-mail: yonkyurobi@gmail.com


Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 11/16/10
Prayers Requested for the Recovery of Deacon Thomas Bast

Deacon Thomas Bast of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Church and Brother Knight in Council 10442 has been in Room 212, St. Rose Dominican Hospital - Siena Campus, 3001 St. Rose Parkway, Henderson Main: (702) 616-5000 since November 8th with bleeding in the brain. Please check with the hospital before attempting to visit. Please pray for the complete and rapid recovery of Deacon Tom and for his wife Kathleen and their family.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Deacon and Mrs. Thomas Bast
4773 Riva De Romanza St.
Las Vegas, NV 89135
(702) 254-9863
E-mail: tjkaba@cox.net


Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 11/12/10
Prayers Requested for Brother Anthony (Tony) DaPra (Update)

Brother Tony DaPra of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 was taken to the hospital last night with chest pains. Tony is also on dialysis four times per week. Please continue praying for this exemplary Knight as well as Sharyn and their family.

Cards may be sent to:
Brother and Mrs. Tony DaPra
7121 Lakeland Road
Las Vegas, NV 89145-6027
(702) 242-1221


Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 11/12/10
Prayers Requested for Katie Murphy (Grand Daughter of Tom Moran)

Brothers and Sisters,

My 18 month old Grand Daughter was scalded yesterday when she tipped a pot of boiling water on herself in the kitchen. She is in pediatric ICU in Fredericksburg, VA, with first and second degree burns. Please pray for her swift recovery and also for her parents, Angela and Sean Murphy.

Fraternally,

Tom Moran, PGK
Nevada State Council
Communications Chair

Received 11/12/10
Passing of Rodney Ryan, brother of State Deputy Dave Ryan

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Rodney Ryan and keep his wife Danette and six daughters in your prayers. Rodney (the brother of State Deputy Dave Ryan) was a 57 year members of the Knights. He passed away on 9 Nov of cancer.

Cards may be send to:
Danette Ryan
1403 U.S. Highway 83
Colby Kansas, 67701.

Tom Moran, PGK
Nevada State Council
Communications Chair

Received 11/11/10
Passing of Virginia Peltier

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Virginia Peltier who passed away on November 5th. Virginia is the mother of PSD Dale Shoemaker wife Jeanette.

A Memorial Service will be held on November 13 at St Elizabeth Ann Seaton’s Parish at 1 p.m.

Remember Virginia and her family in your prayers.

Cards may be sent to:
Jeanette & Dale Shoemaker
6024 Ocho Rios St.
Las Vegas, NV 89130-7216

David M. Ryan
State Deputy

Obituary
Excerpt from Las Vegas Review-Journal

VIRGINIA PELTIER Virginia Rose Peltier, 87, a homemaker, of Las Vegas, passed away Nov. 5, 2010. She was born June 1, 1923, in Los Angeles, to Charles and Sophia Baker. She resided in Nevada for 60 years. Virginia served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. She was an active member in the Catholic church, fund raiser and volunteer. Virginia was a member of the alter society and attended weekly prayer meetings and luncheons. She was a generous and loving person. She attended daily mass. Was a avid coin and antique collector. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lucien Peltier in 1979; and three children, Michael, Raymond and Dolores. Virginia is survived by her daughters, Jeanette (Dale) Shoemaker of Las Vegas, and Evelyn (Russ) Daines of Idaho; sons, David (Lou Ann) Peltier of Alaska, and James (Vicky) Peltier of Las Vegas. She has 12 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 13, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Nathan Adelson Hospice or St Anthony of Padua Catholic church.

Received 11/05/10
Prayers requested for Br. Thomas Carey

Council 11029 reports the passing of Bother Thomas Carey on September 22nd, 2010. His wife just returned from back East where he was buried. Our prayers go out to the family and for his immortal soul.


SK John R. Foster
Grand Knight 11029

Received 11/05/10
Passing of Br. Bill Jacobi of Council 4828

Br. Knights,

It is with sorrow that I must report the passing of Br. William E. "Bill" Jacobi of Fallon Council 4828 on Saturday, October 30th. Br. Bill was 87 and was had been a member of Council 4828 ever since his initiation into the Order 20 years ago on 20 September, 1990. He completed his 2nd and 3rd Degrees in April 1991. He will be missed by our Council, by the members of St. Patrick's Church, and by his family. Please pray for the repose of Br. Bill's soul.

Services have not been finalized, but will be passed along as soon as possible.

Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 11/05/10
Update on Prayers are needed for Joe Doucets' son

Joe's son's name is Paul -- Paul needs a miracle or a liver transplant - also a miracle. Thank you for putting my brother in your prayers.


Steve Doucet

Received 11/05/10
Prayers Needed (Kay De Neal, PSD, FM)

SK John Galvin PFN reports that PSD Kay DeNeal is in Mountain View Hospital in Las Vegas. He was admitted November 1st. Dona DeNeal said he is not communicating well, so please wait until further notice before attempting to visit.

No Visitors or Calls at this Time Please!

Will keep all informed as soon as we Hear Anything.

Cards should be sent to the Home.
7500 Pinedale Ave.
Las Vegas, NV 89145

Please keep PSD Kay DeNeal and his wife Dona in you prayers.


Rusty Rustigian
Information Officer
Assembly 2820

Received 11/04/10
Prayer Request for Father of Service Member

The Father of one of our service members and a DD has passed away. Let us all remember his father and his family in our prayers. Our servicemen and women serving our country overseas very seldom make in home to say goodby when a loved one suddedly becomes ill and passes away. They have earned our support and respect and now one is in need of our prayers.


David M. Ryan
State Deputy

Received 11/02/10
Prayers for Past Grand Knight Bill Hall Council 12690 Laughlin Nv

Prayers are needed for past Grand Knight Bill hall, Counsil 12690 Lauhlin Nv. Bill is having a triple bye pass today at Sunrise Hospital in Las Vegas. Bill had a heart attack on Sunday after mass.

Vivat Jesus!

Fred Wells
Grand Knight
Council 12690
Knights of Columbus

Received 11/02/10
Prayers are needed for Joe Doucets' son

Joe Doucet is currently wait for a liver for his son. I don't have much info on this, but will relay info as I get it. Pray for them.


Vivat Jesus

Fred Wells
Grand Knight
Council 12690
Laughlin Nv.

Received 11/02/10
Prayers for passing of Fr. Romeo

Brother Knights,

It is with a very heavy heart that I must report that the Knights of Columbus lost a very good friend today. Rev. Peter Romeo, J.C.L., Pastor of Our Lady of Las Vegas, has been called home by Our Lord. I have no further details at this time. He will be greatly missed by the diocese, the parish, and the St. Jude council. Please join me in praying for the repose of his soul.


Vivat Jesus!

FN Joe Kramer, PGK
Knights of Columbus
St. Jude Council #9102
Deputy Grand Knight
Retention Director
Rev. Theodore Van Skee Assembly #2164
Faithful Navigator

Received 10/29/10
Prayers for Deacon James Whittle

Brother Knights, I am asking all Knights to pray for the soul of our Brother, Deacon Jim Whittle. Jim passed away last evening, 10/27/10, after a long bout with throat cancer. Please also keep his wife, Lorraine, in those prayers. No arrangements have been made as of this time.


Wil Puumala, Financial Secretary,
Prince of Peace Council 9899.

Received 10/28/10
Request for Prayers for Nancy Knutowski

I'm asking for your prayers for my sister-in-law, Nancy Knutowski. She is back in Hospice Care as she has lost her battle with cancer.

Thank You,
Jackie Katrosits
Ladies Auxiliary 9899

Received 10/28/10
Prayers Requested for Norma Clair

Norma Clair, widow of Brother John Clair and Ladies Auxiliary member of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 has a broken right foot. Please pray for her speedy and complete recovery.

Get-well cards may be sent to:
Norma Clair
5063 Mt. Pleasant Lane
Las Vegas, NV 89113
E-mail: retjudge@aol.com

Mike Buttell
Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 10/28/10
Prayers Requested for John F. Youngmam, PSD, FM

Prayers are requested for John F. Youngman, PSD. FM. He was rushed to St. Mary's Hospital, Reno yesterday with chest pain and other problems and is still being tested for a diagnosis.

Forwarded 10/28/2010
Tom Moran, PGK
Nevada State Council
Communications Chair

Received 10/26/10
Prayers Needed (Bruce Jarzen, PSD, FM)

Sir Knight Bruce Jarzen PSD, FM is home from a hospital stay for a heart problem. Please keep our former State Deputy and Past Master in your prayers.


Rusty Rustigian
Information Officer
Assembly 2820

Received 10/26/10
The Passing of Margaret Robusto, Wife of Brother Knight Richard Robusto

Brother Knights,

It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of Margaret Robusto, the wife of our Brother Knight, Richard Robusto of our council. She was taken to the hospital just a few day ago and passed on to join our Heavenly Father this afternoon.

Final arrangements have not been completed but I do know that we are trying to put together a Memorial Mass this week. Please give our prayers to Brother Richard and his family in this time of sorrow.


Vivat Jesus,

Rick Sherman
GK - Council 8282

Received 10/24/10
Pray for Frank Pulice

Brothers,

Brother Frank Pulice is still in St Mary's Hospital in Reno. He will be there for a while. He is suffering from several problems which began when he had a tooth extracted, had shingles and was finally diganosed with a viral type lukemea. He can have visitors and appreciates get well cards and hearing from each of us. State Deputy Ryan and I visited him yesterday. He is in room 484. Yesterday his biggest concern was the 2nd and 3rd degree where he was to play a major roll. He still is expressing his "concern for others". Drop him a card or give him a call.

St Mary's address is:
Saint Marys Regional Medical Center
235 West 6th Street
Reno, Nevada 89503
(775) 770-3194

Jim Kelly
ISPD

Received 10/23/10
Prayers Requested for Jerry Ghera

Prayers are requested for Jerry Ghera, a member of Council 13842 who will have gall bladder surgery at 12:30 PM Saturday. Jerry is at risk because he is in a weakened condition from chemotherapy over the last two weeks. Please keep Jerry, Mary and family in your prayers and ask for the comfort and protection of the Lord to be with him in these very trying times for him and his family.


Dave Wertzberger

Received 10/22/10
Prayer Request for the Repose of the Soul for Louise Butori

Br. Knights,

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Louise Butori, mother of Br. Gary Butori of Council 4828.


Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 10/21/10
PSD Frank Pulice Hospitalized

Worthy Past State Deputy, Worthy Supreme Membership and Program Director, Brother Frank Pulice is in St Mary's Regional Medical Center in Reno, Nevada. They are currently running test to determine what may be wrong. He is in Room 484, Bed 1. His daughter Teresa is with him. Do not know if any visitors are able to see him or if phone calls can be accepted. Suggest that you check before you attempt to contact him.

Regret that I do not have any further information -- More will be forth coming as received.

For the State Deputy, David Ryan

Jim Kelly
IPSD

Received 10/21/10
Sir Knight Joaquin Sarabia’s Funeral Arrangements

Sir Knight Joaquin (J.R.) Sarabia of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 passed to his Heavenly Father on October 19, 2010. Visitation will be Tuesday October 26th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a Rosary at 6:00 PM at Palm Mortuary at Jones and Oakey in Las Vegas. On Wednesday October 27th at 10:00 AM a Funeral Mass will be held at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Roman Catholic Church at 7260 West Sahara Ave., Las Vegas. Refreshments will follow in the St. Joseph Center. Graveside services will be held at Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Boulder City at 1:10 PM.

Pray for the repose of the soul of Sir Knight Joaquin Sarabia.
Grand Knight Mike Buttell
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 10/20/10
Prayers Requested for Barbara Williams and Ronald Barns

Prayer request for Barbra Williams has returning cancer. Husband Sir Billy Williams 4th degree. Council 12690, Laughlin Nv.

Also prayer request for Ronald Barns outside gaurd also has cancer of the prostate. Council 12690 Laughlin Nv. Thank you

Faithfully
Grand Knight Fred Wells
Council 12690 Laughlin NV

Received 10/19/10
Prayers Requested for the Repose of the Soul of Sir Knight Joaquin Sarabia

Sir Knight Joaquin (J.R.) Sarabia; Inside Guard for St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442; Council 365 Club Chairman; and Usher at 10:00 AM Mass St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Roman Catholic Church passed to his Heavenly Father at home at 2:30 PM October 19, 2010. Arrangements are pending.

Pray for the repose of the soul of Sir Knight Joaquin, who was an exemplary Catholic, Knight and man. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Grand Knight Mike Buttell
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 10/14/10
Request Prayers for Linda Perez

Prayers are requested for Linda Perez, wife of SK Mickey Perez, who departed to join our Heavenly Father on 13 October 2010. Please keep SK Mickey Perez & his family in your prayers during this difficult period. SK Mickey Perez was also a member of Pope John XXIII Council 5448 and Fourth Degree member of Msgr Lambe Assembly.

Viewing will be held at the Palms Mortuary located at 6701 N. Jones Blvd, Las Vegas, NV. on October 17, 2010, from 5 to 7 PM, rosary will be recited at 6:30 PM. Funeral Mass will be at 11 AM, 18 October 2010 at St Christopher Catholic Church, located at 1840 N. Bruce St, North Las Vegas, NV.

Fraternally,
Ray Gardea
SAA

Received 10/14/10
Prayers Requested for Joan Nolan, Memorial Service 10/23 Laughlin

Brothers,

Please pray for the soul of Joan Nolan, wife of 3rd Degree Knight Jack Nolan, who passed away this week. A memorial service will be held at St. John the Baptist Mission Church, 3055 El Mirage Way, Laughlin, NV on October 23, 2010, at 11:00 a.m.

Fraternally,

Fred Wells, GK
St. John the Baptist Mission
Council 12690
Laughlin, NV

Received 10/13/10
Passing of SK Kenneth Patterson

It is with great sadness that I must report that Sir Knight Kenneth Patterson was called home to the Lord in the evening on Monday, October 11th.

This coming Tuesday, October 19, 2010, there will be a memorial service at 9:30AM, at St. Peter the Apostle, 204 S. Boulder Hwy., Henderson. Please pray for the repose of Ken’s soul and also pray for his Lady Wanda and all of the Patterson family.


Vivat Jesus!

FN Joe Kramer, PGK
Knights of Columbus
St. Jude Council #9102
Deputy Grand Knight
Retention Director
Rev. Theodore Van Skee Assembly #2164
Faithful Navigator

Received 10/10/10
Prayers Requested for the Repose of the Soul of Sir Knight George Petras

Sir Knight George Petras from St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 and Msgr. John J. Lambe Assembly #611 joined Our Heavenly Father on October 7, 2010. His Funeral Mass is scheduled for Monday, October 11th at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Roman Catholic Church, 7260 West Sahara Ave., Las Vegas. Brother Knights are requested to attend. Please pray for the repose of Sir Knight George’s soul and his family during this trying time.

Grand Knight Michael Buttell
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 10/8/10
Update - Prayer Request for Br. Dennis Mills

Br. Knights,

Here is an update on Br. Dennis Mills recent health issue with the blood clot. Please keep him in your prayers as he continues to recover from his surgery.

Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828
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Fellow Knights, thank you for your prayers and encouragement. It appears that my first rib was sitting unusually high, flattening the major vein leading from my right arm, creating a pinch point, and ultimately causing the blood clot. After several days on clot-busting compounds, the surgeon removed the top rib on my right side, on Monday.

I am home now, doing very well I'm told, but reminded every 5 minutes that this was a surgery and I'll be healing for weeks to come.

Jim, thanks for sending out your messages, as always.

Regards,
Dennis

Received 10/7/10
Jerome Kerfeld called home

My Brothers I found out tonight that our Sir Knight Jerome Kerfeld from Council #4781 was taken home this morning. He fought the good fight and was a great Brother, Husband, and father. Please keep Margaret and the family in your prayers.

God bless,

Todd Cabral FIC
Field Agent #14232
Knights of Columbus
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Received 10/6/10
Prayers for Rebecca Zermeño

Rebecca Zermeño, daughter of St. Jude Council 9102 Grand Knight Mario Zermeño, was readmitted to the ICU at UMC with the suspicion of another blood clot in her lung. Please pray for Rebecca and all of the Zermeño family.

Vivat Jesus!

FN Joe Kramer, PGK
Knights of Columbus
St. Jude Council #9102
Deputy Grand Knight
Retention Director
Rev. Theodore Van Skee Assembly #2164
Faithful Navigator

Received 10/5/10
Prayers Requested For Grandson & Parents

Brother Knights,

Brother Knight Michael Halm of UNLV College Council 15061 has informed me that his grandson, James Patrick Gress, passed away just before 7:30PM on Monday, October 4, 2010.

He has requested prayers for James Patrick's parents, Patrick and Christie.

Please remember them, their families, and James Patrick Gress in your prayers.


God Bless.

Deputy Grand Knight Rhoel Ternate
UNLV College Council 15061

Received 10/5/10
Prayer Requst

Pray for the family of Delena Pierson (daughter of Charles Scapellato 4th degree and Grand Knight of Rosary Council #3741) location Palm Mortuary 1325 N.Main Street Las Vegas, Nv. 89101 veiwing:Thursday October 7 11:00 am.-1:00 pm. Services:Thursday October 7 1:00 pm.

Received 10/3/10
Prayer Request for Rebecca Zermeño

I was informed today by our Grand Knight, Mario Zermeño, that his daughter Rebecca is about to be re-admitted to the ICU at UMC. It appears that she may have another blood clot in her lung and Mario is asking for prayers to be said for her. Please pray for Mario and the rest of the family as well. I will try to make updates as I hear them.

Fraternally,
Robert Hazy, PGK, FDD
Financial Secretary
St. Jude Council 9102

Received 10/2/10
Prayers for SD Ryan's Brother Rodney & Family

Please keep me brother Rodney & his family in your prayers. I'm in Kansas visiting and we had to take him into the ER this A.M. Tests show he has blood clots in both lungs and they are med-vacating him the Kansas City.

Dave Ryan, SD

Received 10/1/10
Prayer Request for Br. Dennis Mills

Br. Knights,

Please add Br. Dennis Mills of Council 4828 to your prayer list. He is in the hospital due to a blood clot in his arm. Please pray for a quick and complete recovery.

Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 9/30/10
Passing of Barbara Boganski

I just got a call from my brother Stanley Boganski, that my Sister-In-Law Barbara passed away today. She had been experiencing some right sided chest pain and had been evaluated for a Coronary Blockage last week after receiving a Stent Placement. She came home over the weekend and was not feeling well. She was taken to her Cardiologist's Office and there suffered a Cardiac Arrest. Was rushed to the ER and was pronounced dead.

I'm asking all brother knights to prayer for her repose and soul as she goes to join my Mother and Father who passed within the last two years also.

Vivat Jesus,

Thomas R. Boganski
Council 9899 Las Vegas

Received 9/29/10
Prayers Requested for Sir Knight Joaquin Sarabia

Sir Knight Joaquin (J.R.) Sarabia; Inside Guard for St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 and 365 Club Chairman; is at home in very serious condition with breathing problems and unable to speak. His family has gathered and a Priest has been requested.

Pray for Sir Knight Joaquin, who is an exemplary Knight and man.

Grand Knight Mike Buttell
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 9/29/10
Prayer Request Blandon Goynes

I'm asking a special request of prayer for 15 year old Blandon Goynes. Blandon was severly beaten with a bat, which caused major trauma to his head and other parts of his body. According to my friend who called me this morning, his mother doesn't know the extent of the damage that will come of this. The doctors have told her that he may have brain damage and things just don't look good. He will be needing surgery to repair other damage that was done also. This young man was in a school brawl, where he did not even throw the first punch. Please pray for Blandon's recovery, he really needs our help.

I appreciate all your prayers.

~Rose Conner
Ladies Auxiliary
Council #2511

Received 9/24/10
Prayer Request for Darren Horvath

Brother Knights:

Darren Horvath, a brother from St. Joseph of Mary Council, 10442, has been diagnosed with serious liver disease. He must go to UCLA Medical Center for evaluation and most probably a liver transplant. This will place a significant financial burden on his family. Please include Darren and his family in your prayers.

Mike Buttell, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary 10442

Received 9/21/10
Rosary and Funeral Mass for Brother Jerome Husar (UPDATE)

Brother Jerome Husar of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 passed away on Saturday September 18, 2010. A Rosary will be held on Wednesday, September 22 at 7:00 PM at Davis Funeral Home, 2127 W. Charleston Ave., Las Vegas. His Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday September 23 at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Church, 7260 W. Sahara Ave., Las Vegas. Please attend and to pray for the repose of Brother Jerome’s soul and for his family.

Grand Knight Michael Buttell
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 9/21/10
Prayers Requested for the Repose of the Soul of Brother Jerome Husar

Brother Jerome Husar of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 passed away on Saturday September 18, 2010. Brother Jerome is the son of Sir Knight John A. Husar, Sr. and his wife Valerie; brother of Sir Knight John G. Husar, Jr.; and husband of Rachel. Brother Jerome was blind, wheelchair-bound and died of an extremely rare disease. Funeral and Mass arrangements will be forthcoming. Please pray for the repose of Brother Jerome’s soul and for his family.

Grand Knight Michael Buttell
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 9/18/10
Prayers Requested for Lonnie Wisham

Brothers,

Prayers are requested for Warden Lonnie Wisham, Council 8282. Our brother continues to suffer from blood circulation in his legs. He has had many operations including replacing veins in his legs. He will be going in this coming week for another surgery to remove the second toe on his left with the possibility of losing the remainder of his toes on his left foot. Please keep him, his wife Linda and family in your prayers.

Vivat Jesus,

Rick Sherman
GK - Council 8282

Received 9/16/10
Prayers Requested for Jerry Ghera

Prayers are requested for Jerry Ghera, Council 13832 brother who was diagnosed with leukemia, the AML type three days ago. He has started Chemotherapy and will be in St. Mary’s hospital for 21 days. Please keep him, his wife Mary and family in your prayers.

Dave Wertzberger
Council 1382 Publicity Director

Received 9/13/10
Prayers needed State Deputy Ryan's Brother and Sister-in-law

I received a call Friday on my way to Reno that my brother Rodney was being flown to Kansas City. Bleeding on the brain, did a cat scan and MRI, found four masses on the left side of his brain. He will be undergoing surgery tomorrow a.m. to remove two of the tumors. The other two are too deep and in an area where they cannot be removed. This is the brother whose wife was diagnosed with stage four cancer in May and is now going through chemotherapy. Please keep them both in your prayers.

Dave Ryan
State Deputy

Received 9/12/10
Prayer Request for Brother A.Z. Joy

I am asking for your prayers for my father, Sir Knight and Brother A.Z. Joy; father-in-law of DD Lloyd Waters. He is a 50 year Knight. There have been complications since his heart procedure in July. He is now wheel-chair bound due to spinal stenosis and has been diagnosed with congestive heart failure. My father is a member of Ely Council #1340 and is at his home in Ely. He will be there throughout the winter this year and not traveling to Texas as usual.


Yvette Waters

Received 9/9/10
Prayers Requested for Sir Knight Joaquin Sarabia

Sir Knight Joaquin (J.R.) Sarabia; Inside Guard for St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442; is in Vegas Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, 2945 Casa Vegas St., Las Vegas, NV with breathing problems.

Pray for Sir Knight Joaquin’s recovery.

Grand Knight Mike Buttell
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 9/7/10
Request Prayers for Mabel Borgiorno

Request prayers for Mabel, wife of SK John Borgiorno of Msgr Lambe Assembly. She recently had surgery to have a pacemaker inserted. She is recuperating at Mountain Vista Hospital; please keep Mabel & SK John Borgiorno in your prayers for a speedy recovery.

Fraternally,
Ray Gardea
F. Comptroller
Msgr Lambe

Received 8/27/10
Passing of Larry Gallas, PFN

Brother Knights,

It is with great sadness that I must report that Sir Knight Larry Gallas, PFN was called home to the Lord early Thursday morning, August 26th.

The Viewing will be this coming Wednesday, September 1st, from 4:00PM to 7:00PM, at the Palm Mortuary, 1600 S. Jones Blvd., Las Vegas.

The Mass of Christian Burial is to be at 10:00AM on Thursday, September 2nd, at the Guardian Angels Cathedral, 302 Cathedral Way, Las Vegas. This will be followed by the interment at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 1900 Buchanan Blvd., Boulder City, at Noon.

The family has requested that donations be made to the American Cancer Society in Larry’s name. Please pray for the repose of Larry’s soul and also pray for his Lady Delores, and their family.

Vivat Jesus!

SK Joe Kramer, PGK
Faithful Navigator
Rev. Theodore Van Skee Assembly #2164

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Obituary - Published in Las Vegas Review-Journal from August 28 to August 29, 2010

LAWRENCE GALLAS Lawrence H. Gallas, 77, passed away at Spring Valley Hospital Thursday, Aug. 26, 2010. A 20-year resident of Las Vegas, he was born Oct. 22, 1932, in Chicago. Larry was a retired general foreman in the steel manufacturing industry and served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. He was a member of the American Legion in Calumet City, Ill., an active member of the Las Vegas Knights of Columbus and a past faithful navigator of the 4th Degree Assembly #2164. Larry is survived by his wife, of 50 years, Dolores; brother, Valentine of Florida; sister, Nancy Tetreault of South Carolina; along with two nieces; and one nephew. Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, at Palm Mortuary, 1600 S. Jones Blvd. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 2, at Guardian Angel Cathedral, 336 Cathedral Way. Burial will follow at noon at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 1900 Buchanan Blvd., in Boulder City. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Received 8/27/10
Funeral Arrangements for Brother Froysa

Brothers,

The Funeral Mass for Brother Tom Froysa will be on Sat 8/28/2010 at 10 AM. It will be at St. Mary in the Mountains and will be said by Fr. Tom Fransiscus from St. Ann's Dayton. There will be a graveside ceremony following.

Brothers who are able to attend are requested to wear their Council shirts and name badges. We will sit as a group to say goodbye to our Brother. For those Brothers who can't attend, prayers for the repose of the soul are requested.

Fraternally,
Tony Stephenson
District 4 Deputy

Received 8/25/10
PRAYER REQUEST FOR DEACON EMILIO GONZALES

BROTHER KNIGHTS: PLEASE KEEP OUR BROTHER KNIGHT AND DEACON EMILIO GONZALES IN YOUR PRAYERS. HE HAS A VERY BAD CASE OF SHINGLES...VERY PAINFUL. SAW THE DR. YESTERDAY AND HE SAID "DEAR GOD" YOU ARE A MESS. HALF OF HIS BACK, UNDER HIS ARM, AND AROUND HIS CHEST. ...BIG RED SORES NOW, HE IS IN AGONY..PLEASE PRAY. INCLUDE HIS WIFE, DEE, IN YOUR PRAYERS TO, SHE HASN'T SLEPT IN MANY DAYS.

VIVAT JESUS,

JOHN SOLT COUNCIL 12845 GARDNERVILLE

Received 8/23/10
Update on the Young Family

I just returned from Ca and saw the baby and mother. The mother and baby are much better, Sara was born with Port birth marks across her head and neck, and some on her body, but she is a beautiful little girl. They came home today from the hospital and will visit the Children s Hospital in So Ca this next week for a check up. Thank everyone for their prayers, and Thank you for the message.

Vivat Jesus!

Charles McCloskey

Received 8/23/10
Joaquin Sarabia is home from the hospital

Council 10442 Inside Guard Joaquin Sarabia is home from the hospital... he had water in his lungs and is being treated from the home. He needs our prayers for his full recovery.

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis, Deputy Grand Knight
Nick Ciccone, Fraternal Director
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442
Knights of Columbus

Received 8/21/10
Update, prayers for Borther/Sir Knight/DD Dan Dexter

Brothers

Dan Dexter is a member of our Council #13842, a member of the 4th degree St Andrews Assembly #3118, and our Knights District Deputy for District #1. Dan went in for a heart defibrillator so he could proceed with a kidney transplant by the end of this year. Complications occurred and Dan was taken to ICU where he remains. Dan has some serious medical issues...

The family is requesting no visitors at this time, but prayers are in order.

Please say the following or your own prayer for Dan's recovery and good will:

Dear Lord Jesus, please bring healing to Dan and comfort to his family in this time of need: "Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee, blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen." Mother Mary, pray for us; St John Vianney, pray for us; St Rose of Lima, pray for us.

Brent Zicarelli, PGK
KofC #13842

Received 8/20/10
Prayers for Rebecca Zermeño

Brother Knights,

Rebecca Zermeño, daughter of Grand Knight Mario Zermeño, was admitted to UMC a week ago. It started as bronchitis and developed into pneumonia. With her also being asthmatic, she is not doing well. Please keep Rebecca, Mario, and the Zermeño family in your prayers.

Vivat Jesus!

FN Joe Kramer, PGK
Deputy Grand Knight
St. Jude Council #9102

Received 8/20/10
Prayer Request the Young Family

Please keep St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 Advocate Charles McCloskey's cousin Phil Young, his wife Tina and their new baby in your prayers. They had a hard birth last night and the baby girl was born with serious physical problems. The mother and baby are holding their own but need our prayers.

Vivat Jesus!

Frank Davis
Deputy Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442
Knights of Columbus

Received 8/20/10
The passing of Patty Acosta

Patty Acosta lost her battle tonight and has joined her GOD and her father, who recently passed away. Please continue to pray for her soul and her family.

The family will be taking her to El Paso, Tx. to her final resting place.

Patty will be deeply missed by many family and friends. Patty had a wonderful family, that she so loved dearly.

Patty and Eddie first met when they were 14 yrs old.
They had 3 great children together. Patty was Youth Director, at Holy Family. Eddie and the kids are all active in our church community. Both Eddie Sr and Eddie Jr are members of the K of C Council #7708.

Patty was only 40 yrs old. May she rest in peace. We will miss her and never forget her.

Vivat Jesus,
Dave Briggs,
State Advocate

Received 8/20/10
Prayer request DD #1 Dan Dexter

Destrict Deputy # 1 Daniel Dexter was taken to St. Mary's Hospital in Reno and is in the ICU. No other information has been available from his wife at this time. Dan is also a member of St. John Vianney Council #13842 and St. Andrew's Assembly 3118, both in Reno. Dan and his family and friends all need our prayers at this time for a positive outcome.

Thomas Peacock, SW

Received 8/19/10
Prayer request for Brother Tom Froysa

Brothers,

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Brother Tom Froysa. He passed away Wednesday, August 18 from a possible heart attack while driving on highway 50 in Moundhouse, NV. Fortunately no one else was injured when his car swerved off the highway. Tom was a member of Saint Ann of the Comstock council 13924 in Dayton.

God Bless,

Rich Palmer - chancellor
Saint Ann of the Comstock council 13924
Dayton, NV

Received 8/19/10
Prayers Requested for Joaquin Sarabia

Brothers:

Please keep in your prayers SK Joaquin Sarabia, St. Joseph Husband of Mary Council, 10442. Joaquin (JR) has been admitted to St. Rose Hospital, San Martin Campus on Warms Springs Road with fluid in his lungs. He is expected to be in the hospital several days.

Vivat Jesus

Mike Buttell, GK
St. Joseph HOM Council, 10442

Received 8/18/10
Prayers Requested for Mother of Steve Corkins Council 10442

Brothers,

Please include in your prayers the mother of Steve Corkins of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Council, 10442, and his family. Steve is with his mother in Phoeniz, AZ and her outlook is not good.

Vivat Jesus

Mike Buttell, GK
Council 10442

Received 8/18/10
Prayer Request for Brother Albert Tip Cunningham

Brother Knight with Council 8282, Albert “Tip” Cunningham checked himself into the hospital yesterday with extremely high blood pressures. Please keep our Brother in your prayers as he recovers from this.

Vivat Jesus,

Rick Sherman
GK - Council 8282

Received 8/18/10
PRAYERS ARE NEEDED FOR PATTY ACOSTA!

PLEASE PRAY FOR PATTY ACOSTA, WIFE OF PDGK, EDDIE ACOSTA. OF HOLY FAMILY COUNCIL 7708
PATTY IS ENDING HER JOURNEY, IT'S BEEN A LONG FIGHT, MANY UPS AND DOWNS. I VISITED WITH PATTY AND FAMILY THIS EVENING AT SUMMERLIN HOSPITAL. SHE WILL BE TRANSFERED TO A HOSPICE CARE CENTER, LOCATED OFF OF MARYLAND PKWY AND SAHARA SOMETIME THIS EVENING.

PLEASE CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR HER AND HER FAMILY.

PATTY WAS YOUTH DIRECTOR, AT HOLY FAMILY AND LOVED BY ALL HER KIDS. WE WILL MISS HER AND HER SMILE, GRACE, AND GOOD EXAMPLE SHE SET OF HER CATHOLIC FAITH.

VIVAT JESUS.

DAVE BRIGGS,
STATE ADVOCATE

Received 8/17/10
Passing of Anthony Pulice, son of FSD Frank Pulice

My Brothers,

It is with deep sadness that I inform you of the passing of Anthony Pulice, son of Frank Pulice, PSD, FSD.
The funeral arrangements are set for Saturday August 21, 10 A.M. at the chapel of the cemetery in Reno.

Cards of sympathy and condolences for the Pulice family can be sent to Frank at 10813 Santa Fe Drive, Reno, NV 89508.

Let us pray through the intercession of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Immaculate Heart of Mary for the repose of the soul Anthony Pulice;

O Lord have mercy on your servant Anthony.
Eternal Rest Grant unto him and let the perpetual light shine upon him.
May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed through your mercy rest in peace.
AMEN

David M. Ryan
State Deputy

Received 8/16/10
Prayers requested for Howard Richner

Prayers are requested for Br. Howard Richner a member of Ponderosa council 4928. Howard fell ill today at the 10:30 Mass. He is currently at Northern Nevada Medical Center. Thank you for your Prayers.


Greg Fields PGK.

Received 8/13/10
Followup Frank Pulice son Prayers Requested

Brothers.

I just received phone call from Worthy Former Supreme Director, Frank Pulice. He just informed me that his son, who was the victim of a gun shot in May, has only been given hours before he returns to Our Lord.

He has been in the hospital since the shooting and was throught to be recovering. He came down with an infection that the Doctors seem not able to overcome.

Frank has informed me that a memorial service will be held on Saturday 21 or the 28. All dates are tentative for obvious reasons.

Frank and his family are in need of our prayers.

Jim Kelly
IPSD

Received 8/13/10
Prayer request for Brother Heinz Luhmann

Brothers,

With heartfelt sadness I report the passing of Brother Heinz Luhmann. Heinz passed away Thursday, August 12 after a prolonged battle with cancer. He was a charter member of Saint Ann of the Comstock council 13924 in Dayton. A memorial service will be held in Placerville, California where his extended family resides. Please pray for the repose of his soul and comfort for his wife Betty and their family.

God Bless,

Richard Palmer, Chancellor
Saint Ann of the Comstock Council 13924

Received 8/13/10
SK Voulo in trouble Prayers Requested

Our Faithful Purser Nick Vuolo returned from Alaskan trip Sunday, woke up Monday morning with pain in his chest. Rushed to Southern Hills Hospital. Emergency Room gave him EKG,
finding 95% heart blockage, gave Nick nitroglycerin and -installed Stint to relieve blockage complication in kidneys. Sent to Mountain View Hospital in case Dialysis is needed.
More tests tomorrow (Friday). Prayers needed for Nick & Donna.


SK Peter C. Ilardo F.C.

Received 8/12/10
Passing of Margaret Pohl, Mother of Brother Andy Pohl

Brother Knights,

It is with heartfelt sadness I report the passing of Margaret Pohl, Mother of Brother Andy Pohl. Please pray for the repose of the soul of Margaret, who entered into eternal rest on Sunday, August 8, 2010. Also, please keep brother Andy in your prayers.

Fraternally,

Herman Sisneros, GK
St. Francis of Assisi Council 13456

Received 8/07/10
Prayers need for Fr. Tom Cronin

Fr. Tom Cronin of Reno was sent to the Hospital in Sacramento last weekend during a retreat at the Christ the King retreat center.

This is the latest update that I have on Fr. Tom Cronin. After his stress test, the doctors found an area of concern which they noticed during the angiogram. A vessel at the bottom of the heart has two narrowing places that are of borderline concern. Ordinarily they would just continue to watch these, but since Fr. Tom lives in Nevada at a higher altitude and is 40 miles from a hospital, they decided to do surgery. So tomorrow, Friday, at 7:30 a.m. they will be putting in two stents. If all goes well, he will be coming home this weekend. He will probably go to the rectory at St. Mary’s in the Mountains.

Keep the prayers coming.

Greg Fields PGK

Received 8/07/10
Prayer for the soul of brother Glenn Reschke and Alice French

Brothers: Please prayer for the soul of brother Glenn Reschke of Holy Family Council 7708 who was called home to the Lord last week. Reschke, a third degree member of the order, is survived by his wife of 54 years and five children. He worked as a bartender and always attended Saturday service - where he and his wife often brought up the gifts.

Also, Alice French, wife of brother Bill French, died last Thursday. Her funeral is at 11 a.m this Friday at Holy Family. Bill and Alice were a great team - they taught CCD together, served at the 9:30 Sunday mass and often took their favorite priest, Fr. Innocent, for breakfast.

Retired from New York, Bill and Alice were regulars at morning mass and active in other church clubs - Alice was part of the Catholic Daughters.

Alice was diagnosed with cancer last year, but didn?t let her bad health interfere with her passion for serving the church. She we be greatly missed by our parish community and brother knights.

Please join me in remembering these two great individuals.

Vivat Jesus,

Ray Brewer
Grand Knight, Holy Family Council.

Received 8/05/10
Prayers requested for SK Dennis Nunez

SK Dennis Nunez-(Widower) parishioner of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council member of 10442, Charter member of Fr. O' Callahan Assembly 2820 Our Brother Sir Knight's family request our prayers and Rosaries for a very serious Liver Operation tomorrow Thursday August 5, 2010 .

Thanks and God Bless
SK Peter C. Ilardo
Faithful Comptroller

Received 8/04/10
Prayer Request for Father Cronin

Brothers,

Fr. Thomas Cronin, Administrator of St. Mary in the Mountains, Virginia City, and spiritual leader of the Knights Roundtable for St. Ann of the Comstock Council 13924, has been hospitalized in Citrus Heights CA, while participating in the Deacon Formation Program for the Diocese. He is in ICU because of heart and diabetes problems. Which is the primary cause is not certain at this moment. 8/3 Fr. Cronin will undergo a procedure to determine the extent of damage to the heart. Please pray for his return to health.

Vivat Jesus

Rich Palmer - Chancellor
Council 13924
Dayton, NV

Received 8/02/10
Prayer Request for Deacon Emilio Gonzales

Brother Knights: Please keep our Deacon Emilio Gonzales, his Dee and their family in your Prayers. He is our Deacon at St. Gall's Catholic Church in Gardnerville. He also is a Sir Knight of Assembly 2777 and a member of Council 12845. Thank you

John Solt
12845, Gardnerville
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"EMILIO ENDED UP BEING IN THE HOSPITAL FOR 4 DAYS, HE WAS PASSING GREAT BIG BLOOD CLOTS, SO THE DRS. SPENT A LOT OF TIME IRRIGATING HIM AND REMOVING THE CLOTS. HE INSISTED ON COMING HOME. DOESN'T LIKE THE HOSPITAL, WHO DOES? WE WILL SEE THE DR. VERY EARLY TOMORROW MORNING , THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT HE MAY HAVE TO HAVE SURGERY AGAIN TO FIND OUT WHY THE BLOOD CLOTS CONTINUE. HOPEFULLY WE WILL HAVE GOOD NEWS. HE IS ON ANTIBIOTICS AND OTHER MEDICATIONS. HE IS A WALKING PHARMACY WITH ALL THE MEDICATION HE TAKES DUE TO MANY HEALTH ISSUES. THANKS FOR YOUR PRAYERS. HE WAS TOUCHED BY THE WAY YOU AND LESLIE SHOWED CONCERN FOR HIM. THANKS AND CONTINUE PRAYING. DEE"

Received 8/02/10
Prayer Request for Ed Jungers (Fast Eddie)

Eddie was in the Hospital for 3 days last week for Kidney failure. He is now home doing better, but is still in need of all our Prayers. Eddie is a fourth degree Knight of Assembly 2777 and a member of Council 12845

Thank you
John Solt PGK Council 12845

Received 8/02/10
Logan Solt's Journal, Day 28

Hi, we would like to share all the good news with you all. Thank you for all the prayers and don't stop the prayers yet. Thank you and God Bless, John & Lesley Solt

John Solt PGK
Council 12845 Gardnerville
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Journal
Day 28:

Sorry for not updating his site I have been really busy the last couple of days with loggie. He is such a handful now that he is awake and playing he wants his mommies attention all the time!!

So yesterday was a very big exciting day for Logan. They removed his pigtail drain from his chest he didn't like that too much. Then they did a chest x-ray to make sure that everything still looking good in his chest now that that tube is gone. Then after that mommy cuddled with Loggie so he could seddle down and take a nap while we waited for his new room. Yes Logan upgraded to the Pediatrics floor...that means one step close to him coming to join me at the Ronald McDonald house.

Today I changed his ostomy bag jsut so that I am confortable with it before he is discharged. I also changed the gauze that was on his incison he still has two spots one on each side that's not completely healed but its almost there!!! I also gave most of his medications as well so that I am used to giving them to him. On Monday I will go in early so that I can learn all the meds and what time they are to be given and how much so that when he goes home I will make sure I am giving him the right meds and amounts. They also provide me with this cool chart that shows all the meds he is on and what time and dose they are so that I can make sure he is getting everything he needs. Also on Monday Sarah the transplant coordinator (one of the many) will sit down with me for a couple hours just to go through everything and how things will work at home away from home and then eventually when we return to minnesota. Then we have a home care agency that will be coming in to teach me how to use the feeding pump that he will need and the bags. Monday will be a busy day for mommy. So they are thinking my early to mid next week Logan will be joining me at the Ronald McDonald house.

Today Logan did very well. He was napping when I arrived there this morning and slept for a couple hours then woke up and mommy played with him. Then a couple hours later after playing hard and getting all that stuff done to him mommy and him sat down and rocked in the rocking chair and the little guy passed out for maybe 30 mins. Mom held him til 6pm and then taht's when mommy called it a day.

Logan is a miracle and I have learned so much from him. God puts children on the earth so we can raise them and cherish them and be grateful for the blessings he gives to us. Remember not to be greedy or think your child will always be healthy and strong I have learned that with the one mom I am very close too her daughter was perfectly healthy until she was 13 then was diagnosed with pancreas cancer that is only found in 70 year old men. Live each day as it if it were your last because honestly you don't know when your time is but make sure you enjoy your time. I love Logan more than anything in this world and he will know that he was a fighter and a survivor of a very serious medical condition and I will show the world and teach the world on what I have learned from being a young mom dealing with all of this.

Logans mommy

Received 8/01/10
Prayers for Bro. Jim Caspers

Brothers: Please remember in your prayers Bro. Jim Caspers of Council 13842 in Reno.

Jim is in critical but stable condition following a motorcycle accident near Placerville on Saturday, July 31st. He is in Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Roseville, CA, with a broken arm, ribs, clavicle and head injuries. His wife Deidre also requests that we keep him in our prayers.

God Bless,

Ken Peak
3948 Sparks

Received 8/01/10
Prayers for Patty Acosta

PLEASE KEEP PATTY ACOSTA, HOLY FAMILY YOUTH DIRECTOR
AND WIFE OF SPANISH ROUND TABLE CO-CO-ORDINATOR AT HOLY FAMILY AND PDGK IN YOUR PRAYERS

PATTY AND FAMILY HAVE GIVEN COUNTLESS HOURS TO THE YOUTH GROUP AND TO THE HOLY FAMILY COMMUNITY.

PATTY HAS BEEN PLACED IN IC UNIT AT VALLEY HOSPITAL

SHE HAS BEEN THRU ALOT OF MEDICAL PROBLEMS OVER THIS PAST SEVERAL MONTHS.

PATTY HAS BEEN A PILAR OF STRENGTH, THRU IT ALL. SHE IS A WONDERFUL CATHOLIC WOMEN WITH A GREAT FAMILY AND MANY MANY FRIENDS. HER FAITH AND TRUST IN GOD HAS HELPED HER THRU THESE HARD TIMES.

WE ALL KNOW THE POWER OF PRAYERS, PLEASE SAY AN EXTRA ONE FOR HER AND HER FAMILY.

OVER THE YEARS OF KNOWING THIS FAMILY, IT HAS BEEN AN INSPIRATION TO ME, JUST TO HAVE THE HONOR OF KNOWING THEM.

PLEASE PRAY FOR THEM.

VIVAT JESUS,
DAVE BRIGGS,
STATE ADVOCATE

Received 7/31/10
Prayer request for Heinz Luhmann

Brothers,

Please pray for the Lord's special healing for Brother Heinz Luhmann. He has been ill for some time and was recently diagnosed with liver cancer. The doctors are hopeful that treatment will be successful but Heinz will need all of our prayers to ensure recovery.

Rich Palmer - Chancellor
Saint Ann of the Comstock Council 13924
Dayton, NV

Received 7/31/10
Prayer request for Marian Hewitt

Tom Hewitt is a past grand knight # 12690 Laughlin. Pray for Marian Hewitt

Fred Wells, GK
Council # 12690

--- On Thu, 7/29/10, Tom Hewitt wrote:

Marian was operated on Thursday morning - 7/29/2010. She had two bones shortened and other work. Dr Crampton said "Bicorrectional bunionectomy, left foot; shortening osteotomy, 2nd metatarsal, left foot; partialphalangectomy, 2nd digit, left foot."
She is home and feels well but can only get up to go to the rest room.
All meals in bed.
She will be in cast for six weeks and then a walking cast if all goes well.
As soon as we got home, I had to go get prescription filled.
Judy got to spend three hours as Care Giver, thanks Judy.

Tom

Received 7/29/10
Prayer Request- Status on Marc, Sal Guarino's Son

Brother Knights and Ladies,

On July 16, Brother Sal requested prayers for Marc who is 44 years and has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Status on Marc: Marc is scheduled for surgery on August 30th at UCLA Medical Center. They expect to remove his entire thyroid and he will be on medication the rest of his life. Sal and his wife Marie continue to pray for his successful recovery and ask of the Knights of Columbus to keep Marc in your paryars.

Also, include Sal and Marie in your prayers.

Thank you.

Fraternally,
Herman Sisneros, Grand Knight
St. Francis of Assisi Council 13456

Received 7/28/10
Thank You for your Prayers (Logan Solt)

I want thank all of you for all the Prayers and the Miracle from them. My Brother's Great Grandson Logan Solt, is coming along just great. I don't know what would or could have happened without them. Here is the latest on him from his mother on the Caringbridge website. Thank You and I love you all.

John Solt PGK, FSMD
Council 12845, Gardnerville
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Journal
Day 24:

Well there was a lot that has happened in the last couple of days with the little trooper.

Yesterday they took Logan off of the vent. They also took his tubes feeds away so that when he would get sick then he wouldn't have a bunch of stuff in his tummy. He passed all the tests they had to get him ready to be de-vented. So they put him on a iv fluid like d10 or something just so his body was still being hydrated and getting nutrients.

The doctors rounded today and said Logan looks great. They said that he was doing amazing breathing on his own. They had him on oxygen yesterday but he was breathing room air all day so they are probabl removing the oxygen tube from his nose tonight ( loggie hates that tube).

Today we had the care conference that they have with all transplant families a couple weeks after to talk about how the progress is going. They had nothing but good things to say about Logan. They have discussed removing his chest tube in the morning as long as the fluid output doesn't increase. They will also be taking away the d10 away. By doing that they will increase his tibe feeds to 30mls again which is the max feeds. I also found out they removed a bunch of his stomach so his tummy will be a little on the small side but it's nothing you can't deal with.

There was also another exciting piece of information that they shared with me. They said that possibly on Monday of next week they will bump his formula up to a higher calorie formula and they will try to give it to him by a bottle and see how he does with that. Then they talked about how they would teach me how to mix formula and take care of Logan and possibly in as little as 2 weeks Logan would be able to join me at the Ronald McDonald house and just have to go in when he has check ups.

I had also thanked everyone for getting Logan to Omaha. I said that they not only got him his organ's but they saved his life and I will never be able to show them my gratitude on how thaknful I truly am that they saved my sons life he is the most important thing in my life.

Love Loggie's Mommy

Received 7/28/10
Prayers requested for John Holien

Please pray for John Holien friend and faithful brother of Mother Seton Council 11029.

He is currently battling an E-Coli superbug that multiple antibiotics have not been able to kill. After 3 days in the hospital he returned home today but is still on IV's. On top of that, his doctor told him today he has prostrate cancer, (he had biopsies done a week ago). While the doctors felt confident that the cancer is treatable, they can't start treatment until he beats this bug.

Please pray that John can beat this bug and begin a successful treatment soon.

Jim Hurja, PGK

Received 7/27/10
John Galvin is home resting, thanks all for their prayers

Brother Knights and Ladies,

I received a phone call this evening from John Galvin... he wanted to thank all for their prayers and thinking of him while he was in the hospital. Brother John is now at home resting and feeling better... but still feels a little weak. He said the doctor diagnosed him having diabetes 2... just needs to obey his diet... no tootsie rolls.

Please continue prayers for John. Thank you.

Fraternally,
Pat Sullivan
State Secretary

Received 7/26/10
Request prayers for John Galvin

Brother Knights and Ladies,

State Pro-Life Couple Chair (Las Vegas Diocese) John Galvin passed out in Church, Sunday and was taken to UMC Hospital for observation. Please keep him in your prayers for Positive results. We will send updates as soon as we receive any new information.

Fraternally,
Kay De Neal, PSD, FM

Received 7/22/10
Prayer request for A.Z. Joy

Brother Knights and Ladies,

Sir Knight and Brother A.Z. Joy, father in-law of DD Lloyd Waters, and a 50 year Knight, underwent a triple by-pass surgery on Wednesday July 14th at University of Utah Medical Center. Brother Joy is a member of Ely Council # 1340 and is back home recovering. Please remember him and his family in your prayers.

Dave Ryan
State Deputy.

Received 7/22/10
Prayers requested for John Mugan

Brother Knights and Ladies,

Brother John R. Mugan a member of Council # 13456 in Henderson, will be undergoing surgery on Friday morning, July 22, for a ruptured distal biceps tendon. He would appreciate any prayers of from his fellow Knights. Thank you and God bless.


Fraternally,
Pat Sullivan
State Secretary

Received 7/20/10
Prayer Request for Margaret Pohl, Mother of Brother Andy Pohl

Brother Knights and Ladies,

We are requesting prayers for Magaret who is 96 years old and has lived a very active life. Margaret has been a life long Catholic and very active in her Faith & Parish. Her belief in the power of Prayer has sustained her all these years. During a resent fall, she unfortunately fractured her knee. At her advanced age, the Hospital is very concerned about her wellbeing. She has been having injury related complications, and her prognoses isn't good. Brothers, Andy is requesting of the Knights of Columbus to remember Margaret in your prayers. The Pohl family would especially appreciate it.

Thank you.

Fraternally.

Herman Sisneros, Grand Knight
St. Francis of Assisi Council 13456
Vivat Jesus

Received 7/19/10
Carmel Camillery Memorial Mass

Brothers,

Carmel Camillery passed away on Monday, July 12, 2010. A Memorial Mass will be held for him on Thursday, July 22, 2010 @ 10:00 AM at St. Francis of Assisi. Carmel was a member of St. Francis of Assisi, Council # 13456

Fraternally,

Herman Sisneros, Grand Knight

Joe Pacifico, Financial Secretary

Biography
Carmel Camillery was blessed with an abundance of leadership qualities. It would be accurate to say that this man was an outstanding luminary and that his natural abilities served him well. He knew with certainty how he wanted to set priorities in all aspects of his life. He struck those who knew him as the kind of person who awoke in the morning with a clear sense of exactly what he expected from his day and how to set about accomplishing those goals. Carmel was a man who definitely liked order and was most comfortable with an organized and structured lifestyle. When this climate was absent, Carmel would set about immediately to create it.

Carmel was born on August 22, 1941 at home in Mosta, Malta to Anthony and Mary Camillery. Carmel was raised in Brooklyn, New York, and was brought up to be reasonable in his actions and was taught to use his intellect wisely. He was an honest and straightforward child, traits that reinforced his self-confidence. Even at a young age, Carmel was credited with having a positive influence on those around him.

The positive atmosphere that Carmel generated spread to his family. Carmel was raised with three siblings. He had two older brothers, Joseph and Paul and one younger sister, Maryann. Carmel served as a catalyst within the family. He often found himself in the role of providing fair solutions to those sibling disputes. In every family activity, Carmel was able to demonstrate his uncommon logic and skill at building compromise.

Carmel's enthusiasm for learning and the personal energy that enthusiasm generated led to his exhibiting leadership qualities early on in his childhood. He liked to see things executed properly and showed a skill for taking control of situations that were drifting out of control. At the same time, he was willing to experiment with different approaches as he worked a plan towards a solution. As a young boy, he took part in handball, tennis and racquetball. In his spare time he liked classic comic books.

When it came to academics and school, Carmel's organizational skills reaped dividends. Carmel was able to create a system for getting his class work done in a proper and timely manner. With a strong ability to analyze his schoolwork and assignments, he could apply a practical, common sense approach completing his studies. He showed a natural curiosity in the manner in which he tackled new types of problems and would regularly challenge his own reasoning ability in finding solutions. He graduated from James Madison High School in 1960. He enjoyed some courses more than others, with his favorite class being Math.

The work habits and approaches to studying that Carmel utilized in high school also served him well in college. Carmel always seemed on a quest for knowledge. He was able to generalize, summarize and compile information for his classes, employing a matter-of-fact approach. Carmel was intuitive and mentally alert, seemed to crave the challenge of solving complex problems. He earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Pace University in New York in 1970. His favorite course was Accounting.

In a group of friends and acquaintances, Carmel was typically the first person to take the initiative to go up and greet someone new. That quality made him very approachable by others throughout his life. This same quality brought Carmel the reward of many friends. Maintaining loyalty to those friends was a trait that came naturally to Carmel. He believed that he should treat others in a fair manner, in the same way he wanted to be treated. Carmel also showed a great deal of appreciation for the accomplishments of his friends. While growing up he had many friends. Carmel moved to Walden, New York in November of 1971 and became friends with Pat & Roger, Vinnie & Chris, Jane & Al, Alan & Donna and many more. He then moved to Henderson, Nevada in June 2007 and made new friends with Olive & Pat, Elsy & Bill, Steen & Nancy, Lynn & Bill, Dan & DiDi, John & May, and our neighbors, Ernie & Connie, and Barbara & Mike. Also, his friends at Tai Chi class, Ballroom Dance Club and his friends at Longevitology.

As Carmel knew in other aspects of his life, he had a clear vision of what he sought in a relationship and worked hard to achieve it. On September 7, 1963 Carmel exchanged wedding vows with Maryann Mezzatesta at Good Shepard Church in Brooklyn, New York. Maryann was a significant part of his life, and it wasn’t necessary for Carmel to be overly sentimental or expressive about it for others to be aware of their mutual devotion. Carmel's secret to success was that he always kept the lines of communication open in the marriage and applied the important skill of being a good listener.

Family and children were important to Carmel, even if he didn’t always show it. Carmel was blessed with one child, a son, Anthony. Carmel was able to keep order in the family by using the same efficient and straightforward methods with the family as he did at work. Carmel rarely made a scene when it came to discipline. Instead, he was subtle and patient in his dealings when teaching the children right from wrong.

At work Carmel was viewed as a natural leader. He could marshal all of the available resources, including personnel and materials, in order to meet virtually any objective. He was great at developing strategies and made maximum progress with little wasted effort. Carmel was also adept at uncovering new and more efficient ways of getting things done. He was able to establish and meet objectives and schedules through long range planning and was always able to keep the big picture clearly in sight. Although Carmel might have been described by some as an overachiever, he was without question a dedicated and diligent employee. His primary occupation was as an Accountant/ Controller. He was employed for 40 years by Hugo Neu and Edenwood Corporation.

Not only did Carmel find pleasure in pursuing his various hobbies, he also enjoyed the discovery and research involved in learning about them. His skill at problem solving had a positive influence on these activities as well. One of his favorite pursuits was ballroom dancing.

No matter what the activity was, Carmel had the ability to motivate others. This talent influenced his participation in sports, too. He sought out the possibilities in a competitive situation, and he stayed cool and calm under pressure. He relished the stimulation of the action and energy associated with sports. Recreational sports included bowling, tennis, Tai Chi, and snow skiing. He was also something of a sports fan and enjoyed following his favorite events whenever he got the opportunity. Top on his list was tennis.

Carmel's ability to motivate, direct and organize others made him a valuable asset to the organizations to which he contributed during his lifetime. Carmel was one who could be counted on to work hard to implement goals and required little to begin work on a specific task. Once a project was begun, Carmel had a definite methodology for seeing it through to completion. Throughout his later years, Carmel was an active member of the Knights of Columbus.

Carmel was a man who took pride in upholding his beliefs. Politically, Carmel was a strong supporter of the Republican Party.

Carmel lived his life guided by a well-defined set of beliefs. His faith and religion were important aspects of those beliefs. He was a member of Most Precious Blood Catholic Church in Walden, New York for 25 years and St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Henderson, Nevada for three years.

Traveling, especially vacations, was another way for Carmel to apply his exceptional leadership and organizational skills. He liked exploring different places but also enjoyed designing and scheduling the trips in advance. He had real talent for developing the perfect itineraries. Favorite vacations included Caribbean Cruises, Europe, Japan, Hong Kong, St. Maarten, St. Thomas, Mexico and Alaska.

Carmel was a lover of animals and cherished his pets. Carmel's favorites were Princess, Smokey, Meiko and Amber, all German Shepard dogs. His family was rounded out by his two parrots.

When Carmel's retirement finally came in 2007, he was well prepared. He had worked out all of the details well in advance and knew exactly what he was going to do. His new life involved relocating to Henderson, Nevada. In retirement, he found new pleasure in staying active in church, ballroom dancing and computer classes. He also greatly enjoyed Tai Chi and exercising at the community center. Always a well-informed person, Carmel enjoyed adding to his wealth of knowledge. Retirement afforded him the time to enjoy that experience and provided one more opportunity to look ahead at what life might offer him.

Carmel fought a brave battle against cancer until he passed away on July 12, 2010. He is survived by his wife, Maryann and his son, Anthony. Services were held at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Henderson, Nevada. Carmel was laid to rest in Palm cemetery in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Carmel Camillery knew what he wanted from life and never hesitated in going after it. He could be characterized as a driven individual, someone who understood the importance of achievement. Carmel was decisive and outspoken at times but was also positive and upbeat about most things. He was a leader, both intentionally and sometimes by default. If he saw that something needed to be done, he was always ready to step up and actualize, organize and implement a plan.

Received 7/17/10
Passing of Trevor Hopwood

It is with sadness that I must relay the information that Trevor Hopwood, the brother of fellow Knight Ken Hopwood of Fernley council 13897, passed away this morning at the age of 77 and after a long illness. Services will be held in Wales. Please extend your prayers to the Hopwood family and may Trevor rest in peace.


Bill Bushard FS
St. Robert Bellarmine Council 13897

Received 7/16/10
SK Dennis Nunez is in need of our prayers

SK Dennis Nunez-(Widower) parishioner of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council member of 10442, and Charter member of Fr. O' Callahan Assembly 2820... Our Brother Sir Knight request our prayers and Rosaries for a very serious Liver Operation at "Renown Regional Medical Center" in Reno, NV. & for a speedy recovery.

Thanks and God Bless
SK Peter C. Ilardo
Faithful Comptroller

Received 7/16/10
Passing of Francis Clagett

Brother Knights,

It is with heartfelt sadness I report the passing of Sir Knight and Brother Francis Clagett, an Honorary Life member of Council # 8282 in Las Vegas and a Fourth Degree member of Assembly # 384. Brother Francis was born 5/18/1916 in Rockville, MD and was 94 when he entered into eternal life on 7/11/2010 in Las Vegas, NV. He received his 1st degree on 01-01-1934 and his 2nd and 3rd Degree on 01-01-1935 and has given 76 years of faithful service to the order. Please keep Sir Knight and Brother Francis Clagett in your prayers for the repose of his soul.


Funeral Services are as follows:

Visitation: July 19, 2010 - 9:00 AM at Palm Mortuary, Green Valley - 7600 S. Eastern Ave - Las Vegas, NV 89123 (702-464-8500)

Funeral Service: July 19, 2010 - 11:00 AM at St. Viator Catholic Church in the Chapel - 2461 E. Flamingo Road - Las Vegas, NV 89121 (702-733-8323)


Fraternally,

Arvind Nair,
Field Agent
Arvind.Nair@KOFC.ORG

Received 7/16/10
Prayer Request for Marc, Sal Guarino's Son

Brother Knights and Ladies,

We are requesting prayers for Marc who is 44 years and has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer. His family doctor is scheduling an appointment for Marc at UCLA Medical Center. Please pray for his recovery.

Also include Sal and his wife Marie in your prayers. Thank you.

Fraternally.

Herman Sisneros, Grand Knight
St. Francis of Assisi Council 13456
Vivat Jesus

Received 7/13/10
Request Prayers for Mable Daniel

Prayers are requested for Mable Daniel, wife of SK John Bongiorno of Msgr Lambe Assembly. She recently had surgery to replace both hips, however, now she is experiencing seizures from the medications. Please keep Mable in your prayers for a full & speedy recovery and also SK John during this difficult period.


Fraternally,
Ray Gardea
F. Comptroller
Msgr Lambe Assembly

Received 7/10/10
Thanks for Prayers (Logan Solt)

Brother Knights:

I want to thank all of you for all the prayers this past 6 Months for my Brother's Great Grand Son, Logan Solt, He has finally received his Transplant. He is 7 and 1/2 Months old now. He has never been able to eat. He has been fed intervenes since he was born. They removed his Gall Bladder and Spleen. They replaced his large and small intestines, Liver, and Pancreas on July 3. As of right now He is doing well and will be able to eat baby food. His Liver was so bad, that He only had a short time left to live when they found the match. Without all of your prayers, I don't thing He would have made it.

Thank You
Vivat Jesus
John Solt PGK
Council 12845 Gardnerville

Received 7/10/10
Prayer Request

Brother Knights: We have a 20 year old granddaughter who is in the hospital, She has a problem in not being able to dispose of the fluid around the brain so about 5 yrs ago the Dr's inserted a drain tube from her head to her stomach, She has gone thru five operations and now after the last operation yesterday she has an infection which the Dr is trying to get rid of with medication, She is in Kaiser hospital in Fontana, Ca. We were there last week and we are leaving in the morning.

Thank You

Juan & Rosa Salinas, Council 12845, Gardnerville

Received 6/30/10
Passing of Manvela Dunckhurst

Brother Knights and Ladies,

It is with heartfelt sadness I report the passing of Manvela Dunckhurst, Grandmother of Brother Knight, Victor Del Toro. She passed away on June 29, 2010.

Please keep Manvela in your prayers for the repose of her soul, and keep in your prayers Brother Victor and all of the Dunckhurst / Del Toro family during their time of grieving.

God bless,

Joe Pacifico, Financial Secretary
St. Francis of Assisi Council 13456

Received 6/29/10
Prayers for John Bentley's Recovery

Please remember Brother John Bentley in your prayers. Brother John, an Honorary Life member of Fr. Francisco Garces Council 5693 is recovering from surgery and fighting Cancer. Your prayers will be greatly appreciated.

--
David W. Strait, PSD

Received 6/28/10
Prayer request for McGivney Guild Chair Curly Iniquez, PSD

Prayers requested for PSD & Fr McGivney Chairman Macedonio "Curly" Iniquez. SK Curly Iniquez recently underwent detached retina surgery on his left eye on 24 June 2010. Surgery was successful & he is resting at home, recovery is slow. Please keep both SK Curly Iniquez & his wife Irene in your prayers for a fast & complete recovery.

Fraternally,
Ray Gardea
DD #7

Received 6/28/10
Prayers Requested for the Repose of the Soul of Sister Kathryn Bacon, BVM

Sister Kathryn Bacon, BVM of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Roman Catholic Church has passed away. On Tuesday June 29th at Palm Mortuary at Jones and Oakey in Las Vegas, visitation will be from 4:00 to 8:00 PM with a rosary at 7:00 PM. Sister Kathryn’s Funeral Mass will be on Wednesday June 30th at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Church, 7260 West Sahara Ave., Las Vegas. Cremation will follow with burial in Iowa. Please pray for the repose of Sister Kathryn Bacon’s soul and her family.

Grand Knight Don Thompson
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 6/26/10
Prayers Requested for Elpidia “Pia” MacFawn

Pia MacFawn, wife of Brother Alden “Donnie” MacFawn of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 has been diagnosed with cancer of the blood. She has been selected for a new procedure to battle this disease. Please pray for a successful procedure, and her speedy and complete recovery. Also, say a prayer for Donnie and their family.


Don Thompson, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 6/25/10
Passing of Shelley Krush, request prayers for the repose of her soul

Brother knights;

It is with great sadness that I report the passing of Shelley Krush, wife of Brother Knight Thomas Krush of St. Francis of Assisi Council 13456 in Henderson. Shelley entered into eternal rest this afternoon (6/25/2010). Please keep Shelley in your prayers for the repose of the soul, and keep Tom in your prayers during this most difficult time of grieving and loss for him. There is no other news or funeral arrangements to report at this time. We will keep everyone informed by email.

Fraternally,
Dan E. del Villar FICF,LUTCF
Council Field Agent
PO Box 777280
Henderson,NV 89077-7280
(702)202-4611 W
(702)467-7870 C
dan.delvillar@kofc.org

Received 6/23/10
Update on Frank P's son

Brother Knights and Ladies,

Here is a the most recent communication I received from Frank regarding his son... Tony.

Please continue with prayers for them.

Jim Kelly, SD

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From: Frank Pulice
Date: Wed, 23 Jun 2010 16:59:29 -0400
Subject: Re: Your son
To: Jim Kelly

Bro. Jim: I sure appreciate your continued inquiries about my son's condition - very considerate.

Tony is making some positive progress - they have him sitting up 3 or more hours a day and trying to waine him off the ventilator, but the latter process is slow. Addionaly, he has more movement in his arms and he is having daily therepy to increase same. Unfotunately, however, he still has minimal movement in his legs, but I'm advised it is possible that condition may improve (?). He is still in the ICU ad is likely he will remain there until he is off the ventilator. So, in summary, he continues to slowly impprove , but, boy, it's a long and tedious process and the ultimate result is still unknown.

Please be assured that all the prayers are greatly appreciated.

I continue to monitor your final Membership stats - hope your last minute efforts pay off.

Take Care,

Frank Pulice

Received 6/22/10
Prayer Request for little Logan Solt

Brother Knights, Friends & Family:

My Brothers Great Grandson, Logan Solt, has taken a turn for the worse. He went into the Hospital to have a tube reinserted into his Liver and he isn't doing very well. He is in the intensive care ward at Children's Hospital in Minneapolis Minnesota. They plan to transfer him to Children's Hospital in Omaha Nebraska and put him on the top of the list for a total internal transplant. He is not doing very well at all. Please continue to keep him in your Prayers and with Gods help he will beat this yet.

Thank you for all your Prayers and well wishes.
John Solt PGN
Council 12845 Gardnerville

Received 6/21/10
Passing of Benjamin Armstrong

Brother Knights;

It is with great sadness that I was notified today of the passing of Benjamin Armstrong on 6/17/10, a member of Rosary council 3741 in Henderson, Nevada. Ben joined the order in March of 1976 , and was also a member of the 4th degree assembly #1291 in California. Ben's wife Magdalen told me this morning that there will be no funeral or church services here in the state of Nevada. Ben's final resting place will be in Marysville, CA.


Fraternally,
Dan E. del Villar FICF,LUTCF
Council Field Agent
PO Box 777280
Henderson,NV 89077-7280
(702)202-4611 W
(702)467-7870 C
dan.delvillar@kofc.org

Received 6/17/10
Prayer request for David Ogle

Brother Knights,

Brother Knight David Ogle of Council 13456 in Henderson, had some work performed on him yesterday at St Rose Hospital. All is well, but request prayers.


Fraternally,
Joe Pacifico, FS

Received 6/16/10
MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR LEONA WHINCUP (Best Friend of Dave Briggs SW/DD10)

MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR "LEONA WHINCUP"

WILL BE HELD AT PALM MORTUARY
7600 S. EASTERN
@ 11:00 AM
ON FRIDAY JUNE 18 TH, 2010

FOLLOWED BY LUNCHEON

@ 4221 TARKIN, AT THE HOME OF ONE OF CLOSE FRIENDS AND CO-WORKER.

LEONA ONLY SPENT A SHORT TIME ON THIS EARTH, HOWEVER SHE TOUCHED ALOT OF LIVES. WE WILL MISS HER BUT WE WILL NEVER FORGET HER.

LEONA WAS A LOYAL AND DEDICATED WORKER, FUN LOVING, A SHOULDER TO CRY ON, ALWAYS THERE FOR ANYONE. LEONA HAS A DAUGHTER, SISTER, AND 2 BROTHERS.

AS LEONA CONTINUES HER JOURNEY, LET US CELEBRATE HER LIFE. AND LOOK FORWARD TO THE TIME WE WILL ALL BE TOGETHER AGAIN. SHE WAS AN ORGAN DONOR SO HER SPIRIT WILL LIVE ON AND HOPEFULLY SAVE ANOTHER LIFE.

MAY SHE REST IN PEACE!

ANY ADDITIONAL INFO NEEDED CONTACT
DAVE BRIGGS DMBPI@AOL.COM
JAN CARLTON janc4222@hotmail.com
OFFICE 387-0151

In Lieu of Flowers!
PLEASE MAKE DONATION TO "N.C.M.L.O."
"Nevada Center for Missing Loved Ones"
253 Elliott Road Suite #16
Henderson, NV 89011
ph: 702-564-1466
fax: 702-564-1666
Web: www.ncmlo.org

Received 6/15/10
Update on Tom Krush's wife Shelley

Brother Knights,

I just spoke to Tom Krush and his wife Shelley who has been hospitalized since Saturday due to breathing difficulties, has been moved to the ICU and is on a ventilator at St Rose Hospital in Henderson. Please keep Tom and Shelley in your prayers. I have notified the parish office and will include her name in our prayer list this evening at the officer's meeting.

Fraternally,
Joe Pacifico, FS

Received 6/15/10
Prayer request for Mabel Daniel (wife of SK John Borgiorno)

Brother Knights,

Request prayers for Mabel Daniel, wife of SK John Borgiorno, Msgr Lambe Assembly. Mabel will be undergoing surgery for a left hip replacement at Sunrise Hospital on June 17, 2010.

Please keep SK John and wife Mabel in your prayers for a successful & speedy recovery.


Fraternally,
Ray Gardea
DD #7

Received 6/14/10
Prayer Request for Emile "Randy" De Bourg

Brother Knights and Ladies,

We are requesting prayers for Emile "Randy" De Bourg who will be going through a major surgical procdure concerning his back, at St. Rose Hospital Sienna Campus, Henderson, Nevada. Randy is a member of St. Francis of Assisi's K of C Council 13456.

Also include Randy's wife, Joan in your prayers. Thank you.

Fraternally.

Herman Sisneros, Grand Knight Elect
St. Francis of Assisi Council 13456
Henderson, Nevada

Received 6/14/10
Prayer request for Mrs. Tillie Matthys

Dear Brother Knights,

Please keep Mrs. Tillie Matthys in your prayers. Mrs. Matthys is the mother of GK Dick Matthys of Council 2666. Tillie will be undergoing surgery to install a pacemaker soon. She is 97 years old so the procedure will be more tenuous than usual. Please keep Dick and his family in your prayers as well.

Jerry Marcuerquiaga
DGK Council 2666

Received 6/14/10
Prayer Request for Shelley Krush

Brother Knights and Ladies,

We are requesting prayers for Shelley Krush, wife of Brother Thomas Krush, member of St. Francis of Assisi's Council 13456. Shelley is suffering from Pneumonia, and is presently confined at St Rose Hospital De Lima Campus, Henderson, Nevada.

Please do include Shelley and Thomas in your prayers. Thank you.

Fraternally.

Antonio Pascua, Grand Knight
St Francis of Assisi Council 13456

Received 6/13/10
Prayer request John Ruffo and his family

Brother Knights:

Please keep our brother Knight, John Ruffo Grand Knight elect for Council 12845 in Gardnerville, and his Family in your Prayers. They were in a car accident last Thursday evening. They were hit from behind by a pickup truck. He got banged up and his Wife and two of his Daughters have whiplash injuries to there necks and back. His Wife has numbness to her left side. Thank you

Vivat Jesus,
John Solt PGK

Received 6/13/10
Passing of Buddy Mays PFN

Prayers are asked for the Family of Buddy Mays PFN. Bud Mays passed away this past week. He was a member of Ponderosa council 4828 in Sparks, Nv.

Greg Fields GK

Received 6/13/10
Please keep my best friend "Leona" in your prayers

Please keep my best friend in your prayers

Leona ran my office for many years. On Friday she had a brain aneurysm explode, on Saturday she was pronounced clinically brain dead. She is an organ donor and they will take various organs on Sunday am. She is giving the gift love & life after death as she did in her short life on earth. She was my best friend and I loved her dearly. My office staff and clients will miss her as well.

Please say a little prayer for Leona. Some of you knew her, she was a little shy when it came to social functions, but has attended with me in the past.

I will really miss my best friend.

Reality check stands out in times like this, we are all part of God's plan.

As our lessons tell us, death will come to all of us, we know not when, or where or how.

Vivat Jesus,

Dave Briggs, DD10/SW

Received 6/12/10
Prayer request for Carol Holzhauer

Brothers,

The following is health report on Carol Holzhauer, wife of PSD Frank Holzhauer. Carol was waiting to have a carotid artery surgery on her right side. She had an angiogram on Wed., 6-10. There was found to be no blockage and she was sent home with that good news. Carol's left side felt "weird" and it was thought to be the result of the drugs and the fact that she had to remain still for several hours after the angiogram procedure. This was at 4PM on 6-10. By 9PM, the "weirdness" had not disappeared and Carol called the doctors office. He told her to go to the emergency. After several tests it was determined that Carol had a very minor stroke. She spent Wed. & Thurs. nights in the hospital. It has been decided by the surgeon, Frank, and Carol to go ahead and have the carotid artery surgery tomorrow, Saturday, 6-12. We do not have a definite time yet, but it will probably be in the morning. The risk of doing surgery Saturday is less than the risk of waiting. We have the best surgeon in the area doing this. Our hopes are very high.

Please keep Carol and Frank in your prayers.

Rich Palmer, Chancellor
Saint Ann of the Comstock Council 13924

Received 6/10/10
update on Frank Pulice's son Tony

Brother Knights and Ladies,

Here is a the most recent communication I received from Frank regarding his son... Tony.
Please continue with prayers for them.

Jim Kelly, SD

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Hi Short Timer!

Thanks for your inquiry, Jim.

Tony is doing much better this week. Last week he had a heart pacer proceedure, since his heart was stopping frequently due nerve damage, and he's alert with some movement of his arms, but nothing yet in the legs. Also, he's still on a ventilator, but hopefully, getting off of that will be the next major event - I hope. So, it's still a waiting game, as to what the future holds, and we continue to pray.

Thanks again, and take care

Frank

Received 6/09/10
Brother Tony DaPra Update

Brother Tony DaPra of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 was readmitted to Summerlin Hospital in the morning of June 7th with congestive heart failure. Sharyn thanks all for their past prayers and good thoughts. Please continue praying for this good man and exemplary Knight as well as Sharyn and their family.

Don Thompson, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 6/09/10
Dannett Ryan Prayer Request

Dannett Ryan, my sister in law was diagnosed with cancer on 8 June 2010. By the time it was discovered it had spread to the lungs, liver, intestines, and was into the bone. Prognosis not good but we are hoping and praying. She is going to the cancer center in Hays Kansas tomorrow for further evaluation and possible treatment.

Dave Ryan
State Advocate

Received 6/08/10
Passing of Patrick Cunning, PGK

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Patrick Cunning, Past Grand Knight of Nevada Council 978. Brother Pat passed away on June 7, 2010 after a long illness.

A funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday, June 11, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Cathedral in Reno.


Brian Saeman, GK
Nevada Council 978

Received 6/07/10
Passing of Rene Bonnette

Brothers,

It is with heartfelt sadness I report; Rene Bonnette died on Friday June 4. His funeral services is on Friday June 11 at 12 noon in the church. He was an Honorary Life Member and also a member of O'Callahan Assembly 2820.

Please pray for Brother Rene for the repose of the soul, and keep his wife Marie in your prayers.

God Bless,

Emmett "Ray" Stewart
Grand Knight, Mother Seton Council 11029
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Roman Catholic Church
1811 Pueblo Vista Dr.
Las Vegas, NV 89128-2701

Received 6/02/10
Prayer requests for Mesquite Council #13754

Brother Knights and Ladies,

Request prayers for Jessica Crain, daughter of Brother Rick Crain of Mesquite Council who recently was hospitalized in a diabetic coma. Doctors are more hopeful as her organs have started to recover some of their functions. Please continue to keep Jessica in your prayers as well as the Crain family.

Also request your prayers for Ann McCluskey, wife of PGK Jim McCluskey of Mesquite Council. She recently underwent knee surgery, continue to pray for a full recovery.

Fraternally,
Ray Gardea
DD #7

Received 6/02/10
Prayer Request for K of C 13456 Brother Knights

Brother Knights and Ladies,

Prayer Requests:

First, We are requesting prayers for Escolastico "Andy" Servande who passed away last Sunday. Andy Servande is a member of St Francis of Assisi 's Council 13456.
A Funeral Mass will be on June 4, 2010 (Friday) 1:00 in the afternoon at St. Francis of Assisi, Henderson, Nevada

Second, We are requesting prayers for Carmel Camillery who's suffering from Lung and Brain Tumor, and is presently confined at St Rose Hospital Sienna Campus, Henderson, Nevada. Carmel is a member of St. Francis of Assisi's Council 13456,

Please do include Andy Servande and Carmel Camillery in your prayers.

Thank you.

Fraternally,
Antonio Pascua, Grand Knight
St Francis of Assisi Council 13456
Henderson, Nevada

Received 6/01/10
Prayers Requested for the Repose of the Soul of Theresa Paez

Theresa Paez passed away in Mazatlan, Mexico on Sunday May 30, 2010. She is the aunt of Brother Howard Blake of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442. Please pray for the repose of her soul and for the Paez and Blake family.

Condolences may be sent to:
Brother Howard Blake
8884 W. Rochelle
Las Vegas, NV 89147
(702) 258-8040
E-mail: blakemorgage.aol.com


Grand Knight Don Thompson
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

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