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.
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Received 12/29/07
Prayers requested for Brother Dee Scott

Brothers,   I'm asking for prayers for Brother Dee Scott, a charter member of Council 13924 in Dayton.  He has been recently diagnosed with Cortical Atrophy, which is a shrinking of the brain.  While it's been diagnosed in the early stages, the prognosis isn't good and there is no cure. It does mean that it's not reached a terminal stage, but it will be a slow and debilitating process.

This has been a very difficult time for Bro. Dee, both emotionally and financially, as he can no longer work due to his eyesight diminishing as well as severe headaches, that as Dee describes as being much worse than migraines.

Please offer your prayers for healing and strength for both Bro. Dee and his family.

Tony Stephenson PGK, DD #4

Received 12/29/07
Prayers for Brother Hafner's Family Member

Members of Mesquite Council #13754 request your prayers for the Hafner Family concerning Mrs. Trish Poskon Hafner who is seriously ill and needs our prayers. Thank you from your Brothers here in Mesquite and especially from her husband and family.   Hope everyone has a Happy New Year.     Vivat Jesus!  

Brother Jim McCluskey, PGK

Received 12/28/07
Prayers requested for the repose of Joseph J. Earle's soul

Brothers,   Members of St.Francis of Assisi Council 13456 in Henderson  request your prayers for the repose of the soul of Brother and Sir Knight Joseph J. Earle.  Joe passed away on Christmas Day, after a short stay in the hospital.

A memorial service is tentatively scheduled for Friday, January 5, 2008 at St. Rose Siena Hospital Chapel in Henderson. Details concerning visitation and the Funeral Mass will be forthcoming.

Please keep Joe and his family members in your prayers.

Alan Korejwo, GK

Received 12/28/07
PRAYERS REQUESTED FOR ROBERT A. HAZY, DISTRICT DEPUTY  #6

On December 21st  Robert  was hospitalized and surgery performed to correct disc problems in his back.  The surgery is still considered experimental in the United States, although it has been successful in other countries.   The need for this procedure is surprising for a man so young.  But doctors  feel that his youth will contribute to a full & speedy recovery.

Robert is now home & recuperating well.  Please no phone calls at his time for he has dashed his last, at least for the first few months.  But I’m sure your emails will cheer him & be much appreciated.  Contact him at  rob1123@yahoo.com

Please keep Robert & wife Colleen in your prayers.

Vivat Jesus,   Kevin J. Hazy, Sr, PGK

Received 12/27/07
Proposed funeral arangements for Ray Barozzi PSD

Brother Knights and Ladies,   Received word from Brother Ray's Family the Rosary will be held Thursday, January 3, 2008 - 7:00 PM. The location of the Rosary is St. Albert the Great Parish, with an all night Vigil being planned by the Bishop Manogue 4th Degree Assembly. There is a chance the Rosary will be moved back to the funeral home, so please watch for a confirmed location for the Rosary.

ALL SIR KNIGHTS AND COLOR CORPS: In order for the all night Vigil to take place, Color Corps members from the 4th Degree are need for 2 hours watches. If you are available, please Call FN Greg Fields at (775) 359-9044.

The Mass of Christian Resurrection will be held Friday, January 4th - 11:00 AM at St Albert the Great Catholic Parish in NW Reno, with a reception to follow in the Parish Hall. Members of Council 7322 are asked to wear their dark blue blazers, khaki pants, and a KofC tie.

St Albert the Great Catholic Church "The Church that Ray Built" is located on the SE Corner of Kings Row and Wyoming in NW Reno. From I-80, take the Keystone Exit and processed north. Turn left on Kings Row and process to the 1st stop sign. Albert's in located on your immediate left. [1259 St Alberts Drive for a Google Search. (775) 747-0722]

Fraternally Yours;   Brother and SK Russ Fromherz for Grand Knight Steve Hamon

Received 12/27/07
Prayers requested for little Gavin Rundy, Grandson of David Fitzgerald

Brother Knights,   Mesquite Council #13754 requests your prayers for our Brother David Fitzgerald's Grandson as noted below.     Vivat Jesus!   Brother Jim McCluskey, PGK  

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Good Afternoon Brothers,   I unfortunately we must come to my Brother Knights again this year and ask for your help. My family in praying for a very deserving young child.   This week my second grandson, Gavin Rundy, was diagnosed with a brain tumor that does not appear to be in a condition that would be suitable for a surgical treatment at this time without causing irreparable brain damage or the end of his young 18 month life.  This is a little guy that if you meet him is full of life and even sits still at mass… well most of the time he does.

I am asking for you to please add Gavin's name into your list of family members and friends that you will be asking Jesus to help.  I can assure you little Gavin Rundy, his older brother Nolan, his father Rob, his mother Kim, my daughter and the entire Fitzgerald and Rundy families will forever be grateful to you all.  We now have to put the outcome in Our Lords hand with all of your help.   Thank You.

Brother Dave Fitzgerald Sr

Received 12/26/07
Passing of Raymond F. Barozzi, PSD 1989-1990  (Aug. 6,1920 ­ Dec. 26, 2007)    

Brother Knights,  

Raymond F. Barozzi, PSD 1989-1990  

Please remember in your prayers Past State Deputy Raymond F. Barozzi who passed away this morning December 26, 2007.  

Field Agent Russ Fromherz spoke to Ray’s daughter, Christine Houk, this morning.  Ray had been receiving hospice care at home.  Arrangements have not yet been made. Please watch the Reno Newspaper for announcements.  

The family is requesting Color Corps.  

Cards and letters may be addressed to Ray’s listed address, or send mail c/o:

Christine Houk, 6380 Fairhaven Place, Reno, NV 89523

We will try to let you know about memorial plans as they develop.

Sincerely,  

David Strait, PSD
President PSD Association

Received 12/26/07
PRAYERS REQUESTED FOR S.K. ALDEN (DON) MAC FAWN    

DURING THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON-OUR LORD REACHED DOWN AND PULLED SIR KNIGHT ALDEN ( DON) MAC FAWN THROUGH A TRIPLE BI-PASS OPERATION. ALDEN IS IN ICU- RECOVERING FROM THIS SERIOUS OPERATION. PRAYERS REQUESTED FOR THANKSGIVING AND A SPEEDY RECOVERY. AS FOR NOW, NO VISITORS. AS SOON AS WE GET ANY FURTHER NEWS FROM PIA, WE WILL INFORM YOU.  

GOD BLESS AND THANK YOU

SK Peter C. Ilardo F.C. O'CALLAHAN ASSEMBLY

Received 12/22/07
Prayers requested for Brother George Morrison

Brother Knights,   Brother George Morrison, (Council 10442 in Las Vegas) is in the hospital for the last 3 weeks.  Brother George made his first degree on 10/11/1959.  No further information at this time.  Any new information will be forwarded by email.

Please keep Brother George Morrison in your prayers.

John Privitera, Financial Secretary
St. Joseph H.O.M. Council 10442

Received 12/21/07
Prayers Requested for Madeline Iroz and Family

Brother Knights and Ladies,     Prayers are requested for the repose of the soul of Madeline Iroz, the wife of the late Brother Knight Javier Iroz and the mother of Brother Knight, the Honorable Judge John Iroz.  Brother John is a member of Winnemucca Council 2666 as was his late father. 

Mrs. Iroz passed on to her eternal reward on Friday December 21, 2007. 

Please keep Madeline Iroz as well as Brother John and his family in your prayers.

Jerry Marcuerquiaga, FS
Winnemucca Council 2666

Received 12/17/07
Prayers requested for the repose of Br. Timothy Wolf's soul    

Br. Knights,   It is with great sorrow that I must report that  Br. Timothy Wolf passed away on Saturday, December 15 at the age of 89.    Br. Tim joined the Knights of Columbus and went through his 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Degrees on October 3, 1954.   He then became a Charter Member of Council 4828 upon its founding on June 8, 1959.  He joined the 4th Degree of the Order on February 11, 1965 and was a member of Assembly 612, in Reno.

Although Br. Tim retained his membership with Fallon Council 4828, he has lived in Sparks for the past several years and was also involved with Our Lady of the Desert Council 12877 in Sparks.  Br. Tim has also been an Honorary Life member of the Order since 1988.  He served in several Council offices, including two terms as Grand Knight (1960/61 and 1977/78).  He will be greatly missed by the members of our Council, the members of Council 12877 and Assembly 612, and by his family and friends.

Please keep Br. Timothy Wolf in your prayers for the repose of his soul.

Rosary and funeral arrangements will be forthcoming by email. Thank you.

Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 12/15/07
Prayers requested for Brother Knight Mark Grasmick

Brothers, Sirs, and Ladies,   Brother Mark Grasmick of Winnemucca Council #2666, recently suffered a heart attack followed by complications with blood clots.  Mark was medically evacuated to Reno and is currently in St. Mary's Hospital. 

Please keep Mark and his family in your prayers.

Jerry Marcuerquiaga, FS 2666

Received 12/15/07
Passing of Timothy Wolf

Brother Timothy Wolf of Our Lady of the Desert Council 12877, Sparks, Nevada passed away December 15, 2007 following an extended illness.

Rosary and funeral arrangements will be forthcoming.

Respectfully submitted,

Raymond W. Ritch, Ph.D. Grand Knight,
Council 12877 Immaculate Conception Parish

Received 12/14/07
Update: Services for Jack Nienstedt

Funeral arrangements for Jack Nienstedt, father of Barbara Jean Buttell, Sgt. at Arms of the State Ladies Auxiliary, have been finalized.  

Viewing will take place at the Verheyden Funeral Home on Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe, Michigan, Sunday, December 16. There will be a private family viewing from 3 pm – 4 pm.  Public viewing will take place from 4 pm – 9 pm.  

Mass will take place at St. Paul on the Lake Catholic Church, Lake Shore Blvd., Grosse Pointe, Michigan on Monday, December 17.  There will be viewing in the common area from 10 am – 11 am.  Mass will be in the church at 11 am.  

A private burial will take place on Tuesday morning, December 18.

Cards of condolences may be sent to Barbara Jean Buttell at 1220 Big Tree Ave., North Las Vegas, NV 89031.

Please keep Jack in your prayers for the repose of his soul, and the Nienstedt and Buttell family during this time of grieving and sorrow over the great loss of their beloved family member.  

Thank you.

Received 12/13/07
Passing of Jack Nienstedt  

Brother Knights and Ladies,   It is with great sadness to learn of the passing of Jack Nienstedt, father of Barbara Jean Buttell, Sgt. at Arms of the State Ladies Auxiliary.

Please join me in prayers for the repose of Jack's soul, and prayers for the Nienstedt and Buttell family that they may be comforted by family and friends during this time of grieving over the loss of a beloved family member.

There are no other details at this time.  As information comes forth and funeral arrangements are made known, they will be passed on by email.     Thank you.

Fraternally,

Paul Dendary
State Deputy

Received 12/12/07
Prayers requested for Kay De Bourg

Brothers Knights and Ladies,  St. Francis of Assisi Council 13456 in Henderson requests your prayers for Kay De Bourg, wife of Brother Randy De Bourg.

Brother Randy has conveyed; "Kay is at St. Rose Siena Hospital fighting lung cancer; and what a fight she is putting up.  I'm so proud of her in our 50th year of marriage.  I would appreciate any prayers my Brother Knights could send our way."

Please keep Kay, Randy and the De Bourg family in your prayers.

Allan Korejwo, GK

Received 12/12/07
Prayers requested for Jan Vint

Brothers,   St. Francis of Assisi Council 13456 in Henderson requests your prayers for Jan Vint, wife of Brother Tony Vint.     Jan has had a series of hospital visits over the last month which involved testing and observation.     She's back in St. Rose Siena Hospital again (12/11/07) for further observation.  

Please keep Jan, Tony and the family in your prayers.

Allan Korejwo, GK

Received 12/12/07
Prayers requested for the repose of Gregory Callen's soul

Brothers,   St Francis of Assisi Council 13456 in Henderson requests your prayers for the repose of the soul of Gregory Callen, brother of Brother Steve Callen of this Council.     Greg died in his sleep last week in California.   A Memorial Service is scheduled for 11:00AM on Tuesday, December 18 at St. Francis de Sales Church in Las Vegas.

Please keep Greg and the Callen family in your prayers.

Allan Korejwo, GK

Received 12/11/07
Update: Services for Brother Antonio T. Costa

Brother Antonio T. Costa, a Honorary Life Member of Winnemucca Council 2666 in Winnemucca, passed on to his eternal reward on Saturday December 8, 2007. 

A Rosary Service will be held at St. Paul's in Winnemucca on Thursday December 13, at 10:30a.m. followed by his Funeral at 11:00.   A reception will follow in Fr. Zavbi hall.

Please keep Brother Tony and his family, especially his wife Rose in your prayers.  

Vivat Jesus!

Jerry Marcuerquiaga, FS, Winnemucca Council 2666

Received 12/10/07
Prayers requested for State Advocate Jim Kelly    

Brother Knights and Ladies,   We are asking for prayers for Sir Knight, PGK, and current State Advocate Jim Kelly of council 4997 in Reno.  Brother Jim Kelly has long standing back problem that is so aggravated that he must use a cane, has severe pain, and usually sleeps in a chair.  He will probably require surgery in the near future. 

Please keep Brother Jim Kelly in your prayers.     Thank you.    

Thomas Peacock, Grand Knight
Msgr. Patrick J. Connors Council No. 4997

Received 12/09/07
Passing of Brother Antonio T. Costa

Brother Knights and Ladies,   Brother Antonio T. Costa, a Honorary Life Member of Winnemucca Council 2666 in Winnemucca, passed on to his eternal reward on Saturday December 8, 2007. 

Funeral arrangements will be provided when they be come available.

Please keep Brother Tony and his family, especially his wife Rose in your prayers.

Vivat Jesus!

Jerry Marcuerquiaga, FS
Winnemucca Council 2666

Received 12/09/07
Passing of Brother Nicholas Multari of Rosary Council 3741

Brother Knights,   On December 6, 2007, Brother Nicholas Multari, a Honorary Life member of Rosary Council 3741 in Henderson, passed on to his eternal reward. Please keep the Multari family, his daughter Roseann Attardo and son Nicholas J. Multari, in your prayers during their time of grief.    A Memorial Mass for Brother Nick will be celebrated after Christmas at St. Peter the Apostle in Henderson. Further details will be provided when they become available.  Vivat Jesus!

Fraternally,

Robert Camilleri, Grand Knight
Rosary Council 3741

Received 12/09/07
Passing of Br. Vincent Benavidez

Br. Knights,   It is with great sorrow that I must report that  Br. Vincent Benavidez of Council 4828 passed away on 29 November, at the age of 74.  Unfortunately, the Council was unaware of Br. Vince's death until 6 December, which was the day before his funeral, but we did get a small group of Br. Knights together for his funeral services, which were held in Fallon on Friday morning, 7 December. 

Br. Vince originally joined the Knights of Columbus in February of 1964, but dropped out at some point, then rejoined in June of 1989, when he also completed his 2nd and 3rd Degrees.  He was a veteran, having served in the Army, and will be buried in the Veteran's cemetery in Fernley, next week.  Please pray for the repose of Br. Vince's soul.  

Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 11/28/07
Passing of Brother Joe Thiele    

Brother Knights and Ladies,  
I am saddened to report; Long time member Brother Joe Thiele of Sacred Heart Council 1340 in Ely has been called home.   Please remember him and his family in your prayers.

Harry Rhea, PGK

Received 11/27/07
Passing of Brother Angelo Pezzullo

Brother Knights:   Brother Knight Angelo Pezzullo of Council 10442 passed away on November 21st from liver cancer.  Brother Angelo's Mass of Resurrection was held on Tuesday, November 27th at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Church in Las Vegas. 

Please keep Brother Angelo Pezzullo's family in your prayers.

Jerry Fransen, Grand Knight St Joseph H.O.M. Council 10442

Received 11/19/07
Prayers Requested for Brother Nicholas Multari    

Brother Nicholas Multari, a Honorary Life Member of Rosary Council 3741, recently fell and broke his hip.  He is currently at St. Rose Hospital in Henderson.  

Please keep Brother Nick in your prayers.     Vivat Jesus!    

Fraternally,   Robert B. Camilleri, Grand Knight Rosary Council 3741

Received 11/19/07
Prayers requested for PGK Bob Miller  

Brother Knights,     PGK Bob Miller of Mother Seton Council 11029 in Las Vegas, will have Knee Replacement Surgery on November 20th.  Bob expects to be hospitalized for three days after the surgery.    

We request that everyone keep Bob and Mary Miller in their prayers as Bob recovers from the surgery.

Tom Habermas, Grand Knight, Mother Seton Council 11029

Received 11/19/07
Prayers requested for Brother Knight Angelo Pezzullo  

Brother Knights and Ladies,   We are asking for prayers for Brother Knight Angelo Pezzullo of council 10442 in Las Vegas.  Brother Angelo has Liver Cancer, and is in intensive care at Valley Hospital.   Please keep Brother Angelo Pezzullo in your prayers.     Thank you.

Jerry Fransen, Grand Knight, St Joseph H.O.M. Council 10442

Received 11/14/07
Prayers requested for Marvin Phillips

Mesquite Council #13754 requests your prayers for the recovery of Brother Marvin Phillips who is recovering from an operation for a fractured neck.  He fell from a ladder while working in his garage here in Mesquite.  He has been released from the hospital and is receiving physical therapy here at his home.

Brother Marvin is in quite a bit of pain and is in need of our prayers.

Thank You for your consideration.     Vivat Jesus!  

Brother Jim McCluskey, PGK

Received 11/14/07
Passing of Brother and Sir Knight Vince DeFinis

Hello Brother Knights and Ladies,   I was just informed that Brother and Sir Knight Vince DeFinis passed away.  Vince was having some medical issues and passed peacefully with Brothers Jim Toner and Dave Wertzberger at his side.   Vince transferred into our Council and was very proud to part of Council 13842.  He attended most meetings and Knights events.  He will be missed.

In respect, please plan on attending his funeral, this Friday, 11-16-07, at St Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 10 AM. Please wear your name badge as a sign of solidarity in his passing.  The funeral should not last any more than 1 hour, so please try and attend.   Vince is survived by his wife, Florence. Cards can be sent to the below:

Florence DeFinis, 1616 Mountain Lane, Reno, NV 89521

Peace of Christ to all,   Brent Zicarelli, PGK Trustee, Council 13842 775 853-4270

Received 11/13/07
Prayers requested for Ethel Waudby, Nick Vuolo, and Jerry & Sharon Fransen

Dear friends,   Some of you may not know yet that Ethel Waudby, a long-time parishioner of St. Joseph H.O.M. in Las Vegas, choir member and Auxiliary member is in Summerlin Hospital.   Ethel first injured herself when she attempted to turn her mattress by herself and hurt her back - - slipped a disc.   She was being treated for that injury when she fell in the back yard, landing on stones.   She laid there for a good 4 hours, and when she felt she could get up, she fell again nearer the house, fracturing a rib. Needless-to-say, she could use some cheering up!   Summerlin Hospital's number is 233-7000, room 651.   It would also be nice if any of you are Extraordinary Ministers to the sick, could take her the Eucharist and pray with her a little.   Visits are also welcome.   Keep her and all our ill members in your prayers, too.   The Auxiliary has sent her flowers and Spiritual Bouquet, but a card from you would also be nice to  have. 

Thanks - - Peggy Thompson  

Also in need of prayers are Nick Vuolo of Council 10442, who is being monitored for heart problems, and  Jerry & Sharon Fransen.  Our Grand Knight Jerry is recovering from a hospital stay, and Sharon goes in for gall bladder surgery this weekend.  Cards to these friends would be nice, too.  

Don Thompson, DGK
St. Joseph Husband of Mary
K of C Council 10442

Received 11/13/07
Prayers requested for SK Angelo Pezzullo    

Prayers are requested for SK Angelo Pezzullo, Council 10442, and his wife Maureen.   Angelo is very ill and under going tests for cancer.   Please pray for them in this very difficult time. 

Thanks.   Don Thompson, DGK

Received 11/06/07
Passing of Emilie Patricia (Davis) O’Neil    

Brother Knights and Ladies,  It is with a saddened heart that I report and ask you for your prayers for 'Emilie Patricia (Davis) O’Neil' for the repose of her soul.  She is the sister of Sir Knight and Brother Frank Davis of Council 10442 & Assembly 2820 in Las Vegas.  

Frank writes;   " My sister's (Emilie Davis Vahldick O'Neal) Celebration of Life memorial service will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 PM Saturday November 10th at Leavey Hall, 1730 James Road, Arcata, CA 95521.  Leavey Hall is next to St. Mary's Church.  This is a fully catered and casual attire affair.  No RSVP is required.  

The obituary and service announcement will be in the Times Standard and Eureka Reporter this week. See http://www.legacy.com/times-standard/Obituaries.asp and http://www.eurekareporter.com/News.aspx    

Flowers may be sent to Leavey Hall or donations may be made in Emilie O'Neal's name to Silvercrest Residence, 2141 Tydd St., Eureka, CA 95501, or to the Arthritis Foundation by phone, call 1-800-283-7800 or to donate by mail, go to http://ww2.arthritis.org/donate/donate_by_mail.asp and simply download, print, and mail a completed donor form with your check.  For more information, please contact, Emilie's daughter - Teresa Wold - at email: mowold@sbcglobal.net or Office: (707) 445-8104, Home: (707) 442-3715 or Cell Phone: (707) 496-2349."  

Please pray for my sister, Emilie.  
God Bless You and Yours.  

Francis H. (Frank) and Donna Davis Donna's
Email: donna-m@cox.net Frank's email: frank.davis38@cox.net

Please keep Emilie in your prayers for the repose of her soul, and the Davis/O'Neal family during their time of sorrow.    

God Bless,   Dave Ryan, State Warden

Received 11/05/07
Prayers requested for Lina Lamb for the repose of her soul    

Brothers,

I'm requesting prayers for the repose of the soul for my Grandmother, Lina Lamb, who passed away this past Friday.

Thanks to all.

Tony Stephenson
District Deputy, District 4

Received 11/02/07
Passing of Brother Joseph Volk  

Brother Joseph Volk, a member of Rosary Council 3741 in Henderson, passed on to his eternal reward on Wednesday October 31, 2007.   A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday November 6, 2007 beginning at Noon at St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, 204 South Boulder Highway in Henderson.  

Please keep Brother Joseph and his family, including his wife Adelle, in your prayers.

Vivat Jesus!   Grand Knight Robert B. Camilleri Rosary Council 3741

Received 11/01/07
Memorial Mass for Sir Knight David Parker

Memorial Mass for SK David Parker will be at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Roman Catholic Church located at 7260 West Sahara Ave. ( North East corner of Sahara & Tenaya) Tuesday November 6, 2007.
Color Corp...... 9:15  AM
Rosary........... 9:30  AM
Memorial Mass 10:00 AM
Luncheon after Mass in the St. Joseph Catholic Center.  
We need Color Corp- Please call Peter Ilardo F.C. at 254-0056.
Tuxedo and Baldric are requested.  

God Bless:   SK Peter C. Ilardo Faithful Controller of Fr. O' Callahan Assemble # 2820.

Received 10/31/07
Prayers requested for David Parker, for the repose of his soul

Prayers are requested for our 1 year Trustee SK David Parker who went home Tuesday (10/30/07) to the Lord. SK David Parker born 4/28/1959 made his first Degree at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary in the Knights of Columbus 11/20/2004, became a Sir Knight 6/03/2006.

He joined the Color Corps under Sir Paul Carver's Kilt Color Guard.

Waiting for further info-to call out Color Corps; this was a true Knight, helped with pancake Breakfast. Always helped with our projects. Helped when help was needed. Our Sir Knight was sick a long time..

Please keep our Brother and Sir Knight David Parker in your prayers for the repose of his soul.    
Fraternally,   Peter C. Ilardo, Faithful Comptroller, Fr. Joseph O'Callahan SJ Assembly 2820.

Received 10/30/07
Prayers requested for Ernie Ergottino    

Brother Knights,   Ernie Ergottino, the Chancellor and Membership Director for Mother Seton Council 11029, will have Bladder Surgery on November 5th.  Ernie expects to be hospitalized for 3-4 days after the surgery.

We request that everyone keep Ernie and his family in their prayers as he recovers from the surgery.    

Tom Habermas, Grand Knight, Council 11029

Received 10/30/07
Passing of Robert A. Kelly - Prayers requested for the repose of the soul

Brother Knights and Ladies,     Brothers of St. Francis of Assisi Council 13456 in Henderson request your prayers for the repose of the soul of Brother Robert A. Kelly, a member of this Council.  Brother Robert passed away on October 26, 2007. 

Visitation will be from 3 to 7PM on Wednesday, October 31 at Palm Mortuary, 7600 S. Eastern Avenue.  A Rosary will be said and will start at 6PM.

Please keep Brother Robert, wife Maureen and children Kevin, Alice and Patty in your prayers.

Allan Korejwo, GK

Received 10/29/07
Passing of Brother Raymond C. Arneson  

Brother Raymond C. Arneson, a Honorary Life Member of Rosary Council 3741 in Henderson and a Sir Knight of the Reverend Theodore Van Skee Assembly, passed on to his eternal reward on Sunday October 28, 2007.

A Funeral Mass will be held for Brother and Sir Knight Raymond on Saturday November 3, 2007 beginning at 10:15 A.M. at St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, 204 South Boulder Highway in Henderson.

Please keep Brother Raymond and his family, including his wife Irene and his daughter Helen, in your prayers.

Grand Knight Robert B. Camilleri, Rosary Council 3741

Received 10/26/07
Prayers requested for GK Gerald Fransen & Tony DaPra of Council 10442

Brother Knights and Ladies,   We are asking for your prayers two of our knights..  

Grand Knight Gerald Fransen of St Joseph Husband of Mary Council 10442 in Las Vegas,  who is now home and recovering from a recent hospital stay, and Tony DaPra, Council 10442, is now home and recovering from a stint placed in a blocked artery.  

Please keep our two Brothers and their families in your prayers.

Don Thompson, Deputy Grand Knight, Council 10442

Received 10/26/07
Prayers requested for Alana Christman  

Brother Knights and Ladies,   The members of St. Ann of the Comstock Council #13924 in Dayton, are asking for your prayers for Alana Christman, daughter of Brother Richard Palmer.

Alana resides in Morgan Hill CA, and is seriously ill.  She is Brother Richard & Sandy's oldest daughter and has been battling sclera derma for several years now.  Brother Richard & Sandy are going over there today (10/26/07) to help out wherever they can.  

Please keep Alana in your prayers, as well as Brother Richard & Sandy during their serious time of need.

Thank you,   Kevin Olsen, Chancellor Council 13924

Received 10/25/07
Passing of Br. Glenn Jacobs, PGK, FFS, Charter Member Fallon Council 4828  

Br. Knights,

It is with great sorrow that I must report that  Br. Glenn Jacobs passed away on Tuesday, October 23 at the age of 87.  Br. Glenn joined the Knights of Columbus on June 8, 1959, the date of Council 4828's founding, thus making him a Charter Member of the Council.  Br. Glenn has also been an Honorary Life member of the Order since 1990.  He served in several Council offices, including a term as Grand Knight and fifteen years as Financial Secretary. 

For the past several years, Br. Glenn has lived in Willows, CA, where he could be closer to family, but he retained his membership with Council 4828.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth, in 1992.  He will be greatly missed by our Council and by his family and friends.   I believe his services are being scheduled for Friday, October 26 in Willows, CA.

Jim Shurtliff, Financial Secretary Fallon Council 4828.

Received 10/15/07
Prayers requested for Mary Ann Norkiewicz    

Membersof Council 13456 in Henderson request your prayers for Mary Ann Norkiewicz, wife of Brother Gerry of our Council.  Mary Ann is facing a series of tests and procedures involved with blockages in her arteries.  There is a possibility of bypass surgery in the near future.  

Please keep Mary Ann and Gerry in your prayers.

Allan Korejnwo, GK

Received 10/14/07
Prayers requested for Brother and Sir Knight William Harmon

Brothers, Sirs, and Ladies,   William Harmon, recorder of Council 5693 and Faithful Scribe of Monsignor Lambe Assembly is in Mountain View Hospital room 422 since last Tuesday for an abscess and may need surgery.   Keep him in our prayers.

Robert Dorsey, FN 0611

Received 10/12/07
Prayers requested for Brother Knights Eugene Gurner & Dave Parker

Brother Knights and Ladies,   Brothers of Council 10442 in Las Vegas, are asking for prayers for Brother Knights Eugene Gurner & Dave Parker.  

Eugene Gurner is in the hospital and is to have surgery on his GI track, & Dave Parker has lost over thirty pounds and can't keep anything down, they can't find out what is causing is problem. Both are members of council 10442 and in need of our prayers.  

Please Keep Brother Eugene, Brother Dave, & the Gurner & Parker families in your prayers.  

Thank you.

Gerald P Fransen, Grand Knight Council 10442

Received 10/11/07
Prayers requested for Joe Labuda

Brother Knights and Ladies,   Brothers of Council 7322 are asking for prayers for Brother Joe Labuda.  Brother Joe has been in the hospital at St Mary's since Saturday, with a blood clot in his lung. We will send an update, when we have one.  

Brother Joe is a PGK for Council 7322 and a member of the 1st Degree Team.  He was previously a member of the 2nd Degree team and very active on committees for the Nevada State Council.  

Get Well Cards can be sent to: Joe Labuda (Linda), 3310 Big Sky Drive, Reno, NV 89503

Please keep Brother Joe and the Labuda family in your prayers.    Thank you.

Fraternally,   Steve Hamon, GK

Received 10/09/07
Prayers requested for Helen Boganski and the Boganski family.  

I am requesting prayer support from my Brother Knights for my Mother Helen Boganski.  She and my Father arrived here in Las Vegas on Friday, Sept 28th and on Saturday, Sept. 29th she suffered a "moderate" size Stroke involving a 90% obstruction of her Left Interior Carotid Artery.  She has lost much of her control of the Right Arm and Leg and a slurring of her speech.  

She is currently in Sunrise Hospital Rehabilitation Ward, to strengthen her before a Vascular Surgeon can perform a Carotid Clearing procedure in about 3-4 weeks.  She is otherwise in good sprit but disappointed in her lack of ability to enjoy Las Vegas weather.  She is 89 years old, and Dad, a K of C Life Member is 93.   Prayers for both would be much appreciated.    

Vivat Jesus,   Brother Knight,  Thomas Boganski, Council 9899

Received 10/06/07
Prayer request for Eleanor Rumbold

Brother Knights and Ladies,   Members of St. Francis of Assisi Council 13456 request your prayers for the speedy recovery of Eleanor Rumbold, wife of Brother Richard of our Council.  Eleanor is currently in St Rose Siena Hospital for evaluation of an as yet undiagnosed leg problem.  

Please keep Eleanor and Richard in your prayers.

Allan Korejwo, GK

Received 10/02/07
Prayer request for Mary and Gene Hebert    

Brothers, I am asking for prayers for my mother and step-dad, Mary and Gene Hebert.  Today, Tuesday, my mother will be having heart valve repair surgery on her mitral valve at Carson Tahoe Hospital.  For those who are familiar, this is a difficult operation and will take her some time to recover.   

We are firm believers in the healing power of prayer, and this will be a stressful time for us, especially her and my step-dad.  I know that the prayers of my Brother Knights and their families, will go a long way towards making this operation, as well as her recovery, a success.

Thank you all in advance.

Fraternally, Tony Stephenson, District Deputy, District 4

Received 09/20/07
Prayers requested for Br. Art Cardone

Br. Knights,   Please add Br. Art Cardone to your prayer list.  Br. Art is one of Fallon Council 4828's "long distance" members who lives in the San Diego area.  He will be starting a round of chemotherapy next week and needs our prayers.   
To quote his own words:

"I start chemo again next week and I can use all the help available. This is the do or die round and I'm ready for a fight.  Thanks for the long distance help.   a Proud Long Distance Brother Knight - VR, Art"

Please keep Br. Art in your prayers.

Jim Shurtliff, FS

Received 09/19/07
Prayer request for Michael Landsman    

Brother Knights,   Mesquite Council #13754 requests your prayers for the recovery of Brother Michael Landsman, a younger Council member, who is a highly decorated X Special Forces Officer.  He has been unsuccessfully treated for Prostrate Cancer which has now spread.  He is in dire need of our prayers.     Thanks for your help.    

Vivat Jesus!   Brother Jim McCluskey, PGK

Received 09/16/07
Services for Mrs. Barbara Jacobi in Fallon  

Br. Knights,   Services for Mrs. Barbara Jacobi, spouse of Br. Bill Jacobi, are scheduled for 6:00p.m. on Monday, September 17, at the Smith Family Funeral Home at 505 Rio Vista in Fallon.  It will be a funeral Mass.

(Members of Council 4828, please wear your green Council jacket, if you have one.)

Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 09/14/07
Passing of Barbara Jacobi

Br. Knights,   Please pray for the repose of the soul of Barbara Jacobi, wife of Br. Bill Jacobi, of Fallon Council 4828, who passed away early this morning.  She was 88 and she will surely be missed, especially by Br. Bill.

Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 09/13/07
Prayer Acknowledgement / John Gratkowski    

St. Francis of Assisi Council 13456 would like to thank all who offered prayers for our previous Deputy Grand Knight, John Gratkowski.   John is home from the hospital and is recuperating from heart bypass surgery.  John will rest for several weeks and will than undergo a month of rehabilitation.  John wishes to express his thanks to all who remebered him in their prayers.  

We would like you to continue to pray for his full and complete recovery.

Allan Korejwo, GK

Received 09/05/07
Request Prayers for Sir Knight Mashburn

Brother Knights,   Mesquite Council #13754 again requests your prayers for our Brother Wallace Mashburn. As you know, Wallace has been in a Las Vegas Hospital since Aug 5, 2007. He has been fighting for over 17 years and is still doing the same. He is still in ICU Rm 215, Mountain View Hospital. His pierced lung has healed and his double pneumonia is improving. He has developed kidney failure due to the massive dosage of anti-bioethics required to fight the pneumonia. He is alert but can not speak due to the "track" and the continued need for a ventilator. He is in serious condition and is in need of our prayers.  

Thank all of you Brother Knights that have remembered him in your prayers and in your visits. He, Irene and his daughter have been very appreciative.    

Vivat Jesus!   Brother Jim McCluskey, PGK

Received 08/29/07
Prayer request for John Gratkowski

Members of St. Francis of Assisi Council 13456 request your prayers for our former Deputy Grand Knight, John Gratkowski.   John will undergo heart bypass surgery on Friday, August 31 at St Rose Siena Hospital in Henderson, NV.  John will be in the hospital for about two weeks following the surgery and then will recuperate at home.   

Let's all pray that the surgery is successful and that John recovers, better than ever.

Allan Korejwo, GK

Received 8/19/07
Request prayers for Wallace Mashburn    

Brother Knights,   Request your prayers for Sir Knight Wallace Mashburn, Mesquite Council 13754 who has been in the ICU, University Medical Center, Las Vegas since Aug 5, 2007. He was admitted due to a punctured lung and other injuries suffered from a fall. Brother Wallace has been transferred to Health South, Rehabilitation Hospital, Room 415, 2500 North Tenaya Way, Las Vegas as of Aug 15.  

He has made a miraculous recovery to date but is not out of the woods. He can receive visitors from 8 AM - 8 PM but can not speak due to a tracheotomy that will not be removed until the lung puncture has healed. Wallace & Irene were the recipients of our KofC State Family of the Year Award for 2007 and sorely need your prayers. Thank you for your intersession and support.

Vivat Jesus!     Brother Jim McCluskey, PGK

Received 8/05/07
Passing of Marc Briggs

Marc Allen Briggs, 43, a Knight of Council 4997, died on July 25, leaving a wife, Virginia, and daughters Megan (10), and Shannon (4), and son Allan (8).  The funeral mass was at Our Lady of the Snows on August 1, followed by a reception in the Parish Center hosted by the Knights of Columbus.    The Family invites condolence message in the family guestbook at http://www.waltonsfuneralhome.com     

A certificate of Condolence was presented to Virginia from the Knights of Columbus.  Of note is that the cards passed out had The Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi, which Marc was always inspired to follow.    

Submitted by Thomas Peacock, GK, Msgr. Patrick J. Connors Council 4997

Received 7/23/07
Passing of Al Blythe  

Al Blythe, Charter Grand Knight of Council 12845 in Gardnerville passed away very quietly this morning at 8:00am.  Brother Al has been suffering from cancer for some time, most recently it was brain cancer.   Below is a message from his wife, Ginger.  

There will be a Celebration of Life memorial service on: Saturday, August 11, at 10:00 am St. Gall Catholic Church 1343 Centerville Ln Gardnerville NV 89410   Thanks so much for ALL your prayers.  

Ginger

We ask for your prayers for the repose of Brother Al's soul, and for his wife Ginger and the Blythe family during their time of sorrow.  Thank you.    

Vivat Jesus,  

Rick Fambrini
State Membership Director
Nevada State Council

Received 7/23/07
Prayers requested for Sir Knight James Pease  

Worthy Brothers, Faithful Sirs, and Ladies,  
I am asking for prayers for Sir Knight James Pease.  He will be having Heart Surgery on the 2nd of August at Desert Springs Hospital in Las Vegas.  (This is the day after Jim and his wife Pat's 47th Wedding Anniversary.)  Jim has a 75% blockage in his front main artery of his heart and the plan is to do an angiogram followed by angioplasty with stints and if this doesn't work a bypass.  It is not known yet how long he will be in the hospital, as soon as we know we will let everyone know.  

SK Jim is an honorary life member of the Reverend Theodore Van Skee Assembly #2164 and St. Viator Council #8282 where he serves as Financial Secretary.  

Please keep SK Jim in your prayers for a successful surgery and speedy recovery, as well keep in your prayers his wife Pat and the Pease family.     Thank you.    

Fraternally,   Wayne Bieniasz, IPSD, Faithful Navigator.

Received 7/18/07
Passing of Brother Knight John C. Hahn  

It is with sadness I report the passing of Brother Knight John C. Hahn, an Honorary Life member of Las Vegas Council 2828.  

All services will be at Palm Mortuary located at 1325 N. Main in (Downtown) Las Vegas.

Visitation will be Sunday, July 22 from 1:00 pm till 7:00 pm.  

Rosary will be Sunday, July 22 at 5:00 pm. (Fr. Michael J. McGivney Assembly will provide Honor Guard.)  

Funeral Service will be Monday, July 23, at 10:00 am. A Reception will follow at Markich Hall located at 911½ E. Ogden Ave.

Please keep Brother John C. Hahn in your prayers for the repose of his soul, and his family during their time of sorrow.     God bless,  

SK Benny Dornak, Faithful Navigator Fr. Michael J. McGivney Assembly

Received 7/13/07
Prayer request for Patricia Lopez  

Hello Brother Knights and Ladies,   I am asking for your prayers, Patricia was admitted to the hospital yesterday afternoon with the same problem, her stomach.  Her doctor said that this time he is sure that she will need to have surgery.    I had a real bad scare, because she had a reaction to the  pain medicine and stopped breathing; they worked real hard to bring her back.  

Get Well Cards can be sent to:

Patricia Lopez
4781 W Creek Ridge Trail
Reno, NV 89509

Phone: (775) 825-1532 or e-mail at: jflreno@sbcglobal.net    

SK and Brother John Lopez, PGK 978 - FDD#1

Received 7/12/07
Prayers requested for Jo Ann Lenzo    

We are asking for prayers for Jo Ann Lenzo, wife of Sir Knight Frank Lenzo.    Jo Ann is in Mountain Springs Hospital having had a heart attack, and we ask for prayers for her and Frank.  

We will provide more information as it is received.    

Fraternally,  

Wayne Bieniasz, IPSD
FN, Rev. Van Skee Assembly

Received 7/11/07
Al Blythe Update    

Brother Knights and Ladies,     I received this e-mail from Ginger Blythe today, Please See Below.  Al Blythe was the charter Grand Knight of Council 13845 in Gardnerville.      

Rick Fambrini
State Membership Director
Nevada State Council  
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Message from Ginger Blythe:  

As most of you know, Al's cancer has spread to his brain as well as other parts of his body.   We've been given a gift of time to prepare for the next journey, but only Our Good Lord knows for sure how long.  

So. . .here's my idea.   I would like to have a Celebration of Life for Al now - while he can enjoy it and join in.    Please feel free to call him (783-8947 - home; 691-6887 - cell) or, better yet, come by for a visit (1486 Longfellow Ln - in Chichester).   You don't have to stay long and, as I'm observing, visits include some talk, tears, laughter, and lots of love.   Right now, this is what he needs.  

All I ask is that if you want to come visit, please call first.   This way I can let you know if he's asleep or having a nurse visit or whatever.   Al and I have enjoyed many years with the Knights, and I know I can always count on you.    

Thank you and God bless.

Received 7/09/07
Al Blythe Update    

Brother Knights and Ladies,

I received this e-mail from Ginger Blythe today, Please See Below. 
Al Blythe was the charter Grand Knight of Council 13845 in Gardnerville.

Rick Fambrini
State Membership Director
Nevada State Council  
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Message from Ginger Blythe:  

As most of you know, Al's cancer has spread to his brain as well as other parts of his body.   We've been given a gift of time to prepare for the next journey, but only Our Good Lord knows for sure how long.  

So. . .here's my idea.   I would like to have a Celebration of Life for Al now - while he can enjoy it and join in.    Please feel free to call him (783-8947 - home; 691-6887 - cell) or, better yet, come by for a visit (1486 Longfellow Ln - in Chichester).   You don't have to stay long and, as I'm observing, visits include some talk, tears, laughter, and lots of love.   Right now, this is what he needs.  

All I ask is that if you want to come visit, please call first.   This way I can let you know if he's asleep or having a nurse visit or whatever.   Al and I have enjoyed many years with the Knights, and I know I can always count on you.

Thank you and God bless.

Received 7/09/07
Sir Knight Bernard "Bernie" Borane Called Home

Our Chartered Sir Knight & World War ll Paratrooper Veteran Bernard P. Borane born on Columbus Day in the year 1925 ( 10/12/1925) was called back Home early Sunday Morning, July 08, 2007.

Viewing at Palm Mortuary 1600 S. Jones at Oakey-Thursday July 12th from 1 PM to 7 Pm with a joint rosary from the Knights of Columbus & Catholic War Veterans Post 1947 starting at 6 PM.

Friday July 13th-Funeral Mass 10 AM at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Roman Catholic Church ( 7260 W. Sahara).

Knights Of Columbus History: First Degree: May 1947 Fourth Degree: February 24,1996 by Exemplification Master: Gene St. Mary PSD January 1, 2004: Became a Chartered Member of Father O' Callahan Assembly # 2820. Worked with Sir Knight Nick Voulo at Pancake breakfasts and many benefit dinners for Council # 10442.

We will need Color Guard at Palm Mortuary on Thursday from 1 PM to 7 PM- Color Guard needed on Friday July 13th Funeral Mass at 9:30 AM at St. Joseph, Husband Of Mary Church Fourth Degree Sir Knights in Tux & Baldrics- Please lets help make this like all the rest " The best we can"-I need all the Color Guard I can get. Bernie's Daughter also needs Pall Bearers- Bernie you are deeply missed. Rest in Peace old loyal servant. God Bless and Thank You Steve & Peter. Peter's phone # is 254-0056

Thanks & God Bless  

Peter C. Ilardo  
F.C.-O'Callahan Assy #2820
figpalm@msn.com

Received 7/08/07
Passing of Brother SK Bernard Borane  

We are saddened to hear of the passing of Brother SK Bernard "Bernie" Borane today, Sunday July 8, 2007.

Brother SK Bernie, a World War II Veteran Paratrooper, was a member of St. Joseph Husband of Mary Council 10442, and the Fr. Joseph O'Callahan, SJ Assembly 2820 in Las Vegas.

Viewing is 1:00 pm, and Rosary at 6:00 pm, Wednesday, July 11th at Palm Mortuary on 1600 S. Jones Ave.  

Funeral mass to be held on Friday, July 13th, at St. Joseph Husband of Mary at 10:00 am, located at 7260 W. Sahara Ave.  

Please pray for the repose of Bernie Borane's soul.      Thank you...

On behalf of the Nevada State Council,

Patrick Sullivan
State Administrative Assistant

Received 7/03/07
Passing of Darlene Cunningham  

All, With a sad heart we are sorry to inform you of the passing of Darlene Cunningham on July 1st.  She passed peacefully in the comfort of her home surrounded by family and friends. 

Thank you for all your prayers and support. Love,
Brother Dennis Cunningham and Family (Council 10577/Reno)

Received 7/01/07
Prayer Request For Art Baker    

We are asking for prayers for Art Baker of Council 11029 in Las Vegas.  Brother Art is scheduled for surgery on Tuesday July 3rd. No details available at this time, although we will keep everyone informed as we receive information.  

Please keep Brother Art in your prayers, and his wife Nell during their time of need.   

Thank you... State Council.

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