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 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.

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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

Received 5/29/10
Update on Brad Clark

Brother Knights:
I got this from Anna Clark, Please forward to all members.
Please pray for Brad and Anna. I will keep you posted.

Fraternally: Bob Hartman

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Brad is home we go see the new cardiologist next week. He thinks it's congestive heart failure. Brad is very weak and tired not sure if we will be at church or if he will make it to EA or the knights meeting. Please keep praying for him. This is something new that has nothing to do with the other heart issues he has. Please tell everyone I said thanks for the prayers and to keep them coming.

God Bless,
Anna

Received 5/29/10
Passing of Marshall Maestas Sr.

Brother Knights and Ladies,

It is with a saddened heart that I report that Brother Marshall Maestas Sr. has entered into eternal life on May 22, 2010. He was a Honorary Life member of Rosary Council #3741 in Henderson and a 3rd Degree Knight for 30 years.

Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, at Palm Mortuary, 800 S. Boulder Highway, in Henderson.

Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, at St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, 204 S. Boulder Highway.

Interment services will follow the memorial Mass at 12:40 p.m., at Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 1900 Buchanan Blvd., in Boulder City.

Please pray for Brother Marshall for the repose of the soul and keep his wife Mary and the Maestas family in your prayers during this most difficult time for them.

God Bless,

Michael Cotoia, Grand Knight
Rosary Council #3741


See Obituary - Published in Las Vegas Review-Journal on May 29, 2010.

MARSHALL MAESTAS SR. Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, Marshall Maestas Sr., 83, a carpenter, of Henderson, passed away May 22, 2010. He was born April 27, 1927, in Llaves, N.M., and was a 57-year resident of Henderson. Marshall was a private first class in the U.S. Army, Company A 116th Infantry, serving as a radio operator and sharp shooter. He received an EAME Campaign Ribbon with one Bronze Star, Army OCC Ribbon (Germany), two Overseas Service Bars and a Victory Ribbon. After his service, he returned home and worked as a truck driver. In 1953, he moved to Henderson and worked at Timet, at which time he met the love of his life, Mary. They were married for 54 years. He was a loving, gentle and loyal man. He was a devout Roman Catholic and his family always came first. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, American Legion, VFW and the Carpenters Union. He loved outdoor activities, fishing, hunting and family barbecues. He was very sociable, made friends easily and no one was a stranger to him. He loved to travel and one of his greatest experiences was his trip to Vatican City, where he had the opportunity to greet Pope Benedict XIV. Marshall was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters; and two brothers. He was deeply saddened by the loss of his youngest son, Chris John. Marshall is survived by his wife, Mary; daughter, Liz; sons, Marshall Jr. (Lisa), Dennis (Ginny), Randall (Deidre); grandsons, Jeremy (Kindra) and Chad; granddaughters; Danielle (Bob), Michelle (Mike), Elena (Donald) and Johnna; 11 great-grandchildren; sister, Helen Casados; and brother, Benny Maestas, both of New Mexico. The Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 1, at Palm Mortuary, 800 S. Boulder Highway, in Henderson. Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, at St. Peter the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, 204 S. Boulder Highway. Interment services will follow the memorial Mass at 12:40 p.m., at Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 1900 Buchanan Blvd., in Boulder City.

Received 5/27/10
Prayer request for Brad Clark

I just received a call from Anna Clark. Brad is at Saint Rose Sienna for tests. They think that there is blockage in the aorta. But they are running tests. She will call me when there is some news. Please pass this along keep Brad in your prayers.

Fraternally,
Robert J. Hartman GK
Saint Andrew Co. 8078

Received 5/25/10
Prayer request for Gene Richardson

Sk Paul "Butch" Boehm's mother Gene Richardson underwent heart surgery on Tuesday evening, 24 May 2010. Please continue to keep the Richardson & Boehm families in your prayers for a complete recovery. SK Boehm is from Holy Apostles Council 12543 & Msgr Lambe Assembly 0611.

Fraternally,
Ray Gardea
DD #7

Received 5/25/10
Notice- Passing of John Glodowski, Jr

JOHN GLODOWSKI JR. John "Papa" Glodowski Jr., 83, a retired machinist, of Pahrump, went to his Lord May 6, 2010, at his daughter's home in Las Vegas. He was born April 11, 1927, in Fountain City, Wis., and was a 16-year resident of Nevada. John was preceded in death by his parents, John and Anna Glodowski; brothers, Louis, Andrew and Robert; and sisters, Helen, Dolores and Bernadine. He is survived by his wife, Bernice; brothers, Stanley of Arcadia, Wis., and Roman (Beverly) of Pahrump; sisters, Frances Dooley of Medford, Ore., and Joan Tullius of Fountain City, Wis.; loving father to Michael (Joan) of Beloit, Wis., and Ann (Wayne) Tao of Las Vegas; grandchildren, Justin (Razel) Tao, Jared (Teresa) Tao of Las Vegas, and Jason Glodowski of Beloit; grandchildren, Troy Teodoro and Karleen Tao of Las Vegas; and many nieces and nephews. He was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Church and the Knights of Columbus - achieving the Fourth Degree. He taught us all by his strength and kindness and was always willing to help anyone who needed it. He loved building things with his hands and working in his garden. John will be missed by all who knew him.
Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 29, at Our Lady of the Valley Church, 781 E. Gamebird Road, in Pahrump. Burial will be in Beloit. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Knights of Columbus at Our Lady of the Valley Church.

Vivat Jesus,
Tom Thorn
District 11 Deputy

Received 5/23/10
Passing of Al Williams PSD

Brother Knights

It was reported in the obituary from today’s paper that PSD Elwin "Al" Howard Williams entered into eternal life on May 20, 2010. He served as State Deputy 1979-1981. Please keep PSD and Brother Elwin "Al" Williams in your prayers for the repose of the soul.

See obituary from LVRJ below.

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ELWIN WILLIAMS Elwin "Al" Howard Williams, 81, of Garland, Texas, passed away May 20, 2010. He was born July 10, 1928, in Providence, R.I., to Elwin Howard and Mary (O'Brien) Williams. Elwin was a resident of Garland for 14 years, and was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. He loved his family and was devoted to them. Elwin was very proud of his service in the U.S. Army, as a police officer in Rhode Island and as past Nevada State Deputy for Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed all sports, but was a die-hard Red Sox fan, and he loved the ocean and being on the water. Elwin is survived by sons, Tim Williams and wife, Gina, of Cleburne, Texas, and Eric Williams and wife, Kelley, of Wylie, Texas; daughter, Lisa Wallace and husband, John, of Reno; grandchildren, Stephanie, Brandon, Sarah and Melissa Williams of Wylie, and Jaughn and Ian Cyr of Las Vegas; and brothers, Bob and Gerry Williams, of California. He was preceded in death by his wife, of 55 years, Alice P. Williams; parents; and brothers, Jack and Arnold Williams. Funeral Mass will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 25, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Monday, May 24, with Rosary at 7 p.m., both at Rest Haven Funeral Home-Rowlett Chapel.
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David W. Strait, PSD

Received 5/23/10
Update on GK Roland Encarnacion

Br. Knights,

Just a quick update to let you know that GK Encarnacion is doing much better. He came home form the hospital on Tuesday and was feeling well enough to attend our Council business meeting on Wednesday evening. They still don't know what was causing his back pain, so he may have some additional tests done. Thanks for your prayers!

Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 5/20/10
Request prayers for Butch Boehm's mother Jean Richardson

Request prayers for SK Paul "Butch" Boehm's mother Jean Richardson. She is currently in ICU at North Vista Hospital with pneumonia, and a heart condition that may require surgery. Please keep the Richardson family in your prayers and for a full recovery for SK Butch's mother.

Fraternally,
Ray Gardea
DD #7

Received 5/19/10
Passing of Thomas J. Richards

Brother Knights and Ladies,

It is with sadness that I report another brother in LV passed away on May 15th as well. His name is Thomas J. Richards of council # 02828. Please keep him in your prayers for the repose of the soul. His services and interment will be in the state of Delaware with family and friends.

God Bless,
Arvind V. Nair
KOFC Field Agent

Received 5/19/10
Update on Frank Pulice's son

Brother Knights and Ladies,

Here is a the most recent communication from Frank regarding his son... Tony.
Please continue with prayers for them.

Jim Kelly, SD
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Jim: Thanks for kind inquiry. Sorry I didn't get back to you sooner - too many things have been happening.

All of last week Tony's condition was terrible - high fever, low blood pressure and non-responsive. But yesterday he improved significantly, BUT still has no feeling or movement in his legs or arms - Dr. Leppla say it may be another two or three weeks before we know any more - so I guess time will tell.

I'm off now for the hospital.

Thanks Again for your prayers.

Frank Pulice, FSD

Received 5/19/10
Passing of Philip Nault

Brother Knights,

Philip Nault, a member of council 14144 passed away on May 15th. A memorial service was held today, Wednesday @ 1pm at CTK. I read in the obituaries, but was not notified by anyone.

Please keep Brother Philip in your prayers for the repose of the soul, and his family and friends during their time of need.

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 5/17/10
Pray for our Departed Brother John Doran

Prayers are requested for Brother John C. Doran who passed away May 15, 2010. John was and Honorary Life member of Fr. Francisco Garces Council 5693. He had suffered from Parkinson’s Disease and passed away while under hospice care at home.

The family will announce memorial arrangements later this month. Condolences may be sent c/o Jim Doran at 5464 White Ash Ct., Las Vegas, NV 89130. Please pray for John and for his family.

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David W. Strait, PSD

Received 5/17/10
Prayers Requested for Sharon Wilk

Sharon Wilk, widow of Sir Knight Richard Wilk of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 and Msgr. John J. Lambe Assembly #0611, is home recovering from rotator cuff surgery on her right shoulder. Please pray for Sharon’s complete recovery.

Don Thompson, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 5/17/10
Prayers Requested for Elpidia “Pia” MacFawn

Pia MacFawn, wife of Brother Alden “Donnie” MacFawn of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442, will be going into Sunrise Hospital on Tuesday May 18th for surgery. Please pray for a successful operation, and her speedy and complete recovery. Also, say a prayer for Donnie who continues to recover slowly from back surgery.

Don Thompson, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 5/17/10
Prayer Request for GK Roland Encarnacion

Brother Knights,

Please add GK Roland Encarnacion to your prayer list. He is currently in Washoe Medical Center due to having severe back pain, which he experienced when he woke up Sunday morning. At this point they don't know the cause of the pain, so I will forward an update if I hear anything new.

Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 5/13/10
Passing of Eugene Moranville

Brother Knights: I" sorry to inform you of the death of one of our Brother Knights. Pleas keep Brother Eugene Moranville and his Family in your prayers. He passed on to our Lord Tuesday mourning May 11th.

John Solt PGN,SMD
Council 12845 Gardnervolle

Received 5/12/10
Prayer Request for FSD Frank Pulice's Son

Brother Knights and Ladies,

I just talked to Frank Pulice. His son was shot 4 times on Sunday night... he is in Renown hospital in critical condition. He is having a neurological consultant at 3:30 this afternoon. There may be permanent damage to the nerves and or neck. He needs all the prayer possible.

James J. Kelly
State Deputy

Received 5/12/10
Prayer request for John & Jerome Husar

Prayers are requested for SK John Husar Jr. from Msgr Lambe Assembly and his brother Jerome Husar who is both blind & deaf. SK Husar will be going to Chicago for tests regarding his health. Please keep the Husar family in your prayers during this period.

Fraternally,
Ray Gardea
DD #7

Received 5/10/10
Prayers needed for Don Bliss

Brother Knights and Ladies,

Sacred Heart Council #1340 in Ely is asking for prayers for our Brother Knight Don Bliss. He has been diagnosed with Prostate Cancer. Please keep Brother Don in your prayers to beat cancer and for his full recovery and for the Bliss family during their time of sorrow.

God Bless,
Guy Mathews

Received 5/10/10
Prayers Requested for the Repose of the Soul of Mrs. Margaret Petracca

Mrs. Margaret Petracca has passed away. She is the wife of Brother Anthony Petracca of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442. Rosary and wake service will be at Palm Mortuary at Jones and Oakey on Tuesday May 11 at 7:00 PM. Funeral Mass is on Wednesday May 12 at 10:00 AM at St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Church. Burial will be at the Boulder City National Veterans Cemetery on Wednesday May 12 at 1:20 PM. Please pray for the repose of her soul and for the Petracca family.

Condolences may be sent to:
Brother Anthony Petracca
9999 W. Katie Ave., Bldg. #1002
Las Vegas, NV 89147-8348
(702) 363-1679

Grand Knight Don Thompson
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 5/08/10
Prayers Requested for the passing of Grace Giangrade

It is with great sadness that I report the passing of Grace Giangrade, the niece of our Brother Frank LaFemina. Grace had cancer and suffered greatly before our merciful Lord called her home.
Please pray for the repose of her soul.

Jack Davis, Treasurer
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 4/30/10
Grace Moran May be Released from Sunrise Hospital Today!

Brothers,

Thank you for all your Mass cards, get well cards, and prayers for my Wife, Grace Moran. Grace said the knowledge of all of you praying for her recovery helped her through some very difficult days after the surgery. She is progressing amazingly well and we are hoping she will be released from Sunrise Hospital sometime today.

She still has a long road ahead of her, so we appreciate your keeping her in your thoughts and prayers.

God bless you all,

Tom Moran

Received 4/28/10
Prayer request for John Doran

Brother Knights,

Prayers are requested for Brother John Doran of Fr. Francisco Garces Council 5693. Brother John has been suffering from Parkinson’s disease, and has now entered hospice care at home. Please pray for him and the Doran family

David Strait, PSD

Received 4/23/10
Prayers Requested for Gene Moranville

Brother Knights: Our Brother Knight, Gene Moranville is in need of all of your Prayers. He has, Multiple Myeloma, Cancer of the Bone. Gene and his Wife need all the Prayers we can send their way. Thank You

Vivat Jesus

John Solt PGK, SMD
Council 12845
Gardnerville

Received 4/22/10
Prayers Requested for Ted Shide

Ted Shide of Council 13842, Reno had a stroke yesterday and is in Renown hospital. Prayers are requested for a speedy and full recovery and for peace and comfort during this process.

Dave Wertzberger
Council 13842

Received 4/20/10
Prayers Requested for Mario Giallongo and his Wife Judy

Brother Knights: Our Brother Sir Knight Mario Giallongo and his Wife Judy are in need of your Prayers.

Hi everyone, just a quick note before I crash to let you know that Mario is in the hospital tonight. He had a fall last week and his back pain became so sever that he was no longer able to get in or out of his wheel chair. We struggled with this for about 4 days when it became obvious that my magic wand ran out of it's special power therefor sending us up to the VA and sitting there for over 4 hrs. before we were able to see a doctor. It was decided that he should stay for a couple of days to see if they can reduce his pain level and get him going again. His biggest regret...................not playing cards at the senior center. After not eating since the day before I was able to break away and get him a burger and fries which made all difference in the world in his disposition; never take food away from an Italian. So far the x-ray's show no breaks other than his rods that have been broken for a number of years. We are hoping that it ends there and he can be back home in a couple of days. Further test will tell us if that can happen. Can we please ask for your prayers and good thoughts that he has a good recovery and is home soon. Thanks and I will send an update as I have it. Judy Giallongo

Vivat Jesus
John Solt
Council 12845 Gardnerville
Assembly 2777 Gardneville

Received 4/16/10
Service for SK and Br. Gregorio"Greg" Rabina of Council 4828

Br. Knights,

The service arrangements for Br. Rabina have been made and are as follows:

A Rosary service will be held at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Fallon at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 18th.
A funeral Mass will be held at St. Patrick's at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 19th. Interment will be at the Churchill County Cemetery following the funeral Mass.

Members of Council 4828 are encouraged to wear your green jackets or green council shirts to the Rosary service and to the funeral Mass. Please pray for the repose of Br. Greg's soul


Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 4/14/10
Passing of SK and Br. Gregorio"Greg" Rabina of Council 4828

Br. Knights,

It is with great sorrow and regret that I must report the passing of Sir Knight and Brother Gregoria "Greg" Rabina on Sunday, April 11th. Br. Rabina was 77 years old. He was initiated into the Knights of Columbus, through Fallon Council 4828, in March of 1989 and went through his 2nd and 3rd Degrees a month later, in April. He joined the 4th Degree in March of 1997 and was an active member of Father Sauveur “Sam” Dominique Tambourin Assembly 2739 in Fallon. Br. Greg served in various Council positions and offices, including Chancellor and Deputy Grand Knight. He was also a member of the 4th Degree Color Corps and served in various Assembly positions, as well.

Please pray for the repose of Br. Greg's soul and also for his family. Service arrangements have not been announced, but will be forwarded as soon as the information becomes available.


Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 4/13/10
Kim Sullivan's home from UMC - Thank you for your Thoughts and Prayers

Brother Knights and Ladies,

We have good news to share... Kim and I want to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers for her successful surgery and recovery. Everything has gone well as can be expected and on schedule... she had the surgery to remove her gallbladder on Friday, April 9th and came home Saturday afternoon April 10th. The surgery has made her sore at times, but this is to be expected. On Saturday night she was unable to sleep in bed because of the pain... she was more comfortable on our recliner couch, but on Sunday night she was able to sleep in bed and slept well.

Kim is attending Everest College in Henderson for her Business Degree, and on Monday (April 12) the new spring semester began and she was in class, so I think it is safe to say she is well on her way to a full recovery. Of course it will be another 4 to 6 weeks of recovery time... She is in God's hands now... (as we all are.) Please continue to keep Kim in your prayers for her full recovery. Thank you.

Fraternally,
Patrick Sullivan
State Secretary

Received 4/13/10
Up date on Bill Theobald (Dave Briggs' Brother)

Thanks for all your prayers...

My brother went home yesterday. He has to go back for a follow-up on his bleeding on the brain. They ran 3-4 scans while in ic-trauma and each time was better. So now he has some broken ribs and clavicle, but will heal in time.

I want to thank all of you for your prayers. Prayers really do work! He looks like he was in fight and lost big time. I visited him yesterday afternoon at home, his concerns were when he could have a beer, Tanya his daughter told him in about 3-4 months. So I know he's on the mend.

Vivat Jesus,

Dave Briggs SW/DD10

Received 4/12/10
Prayers Needed for Grace Moran

Prayers are needed for Grace Moran, wife of Sir Knight Tom Moran. She was admitted into Sunrise Hospital today and will be undergoing surgery tomorrow.

Please keep Grace, Tom and their family in your prayers.

Received 4/11/10
Prayers Needed for Tony & Pam Perrella

Prayers are needed for Both Tony and Pam Perrella.

Tony went in for a brain scan on Monday last and is feeling woozy and out of sorts, a result no doubt of his second round of Chemo Treatments.

Pam as his primary Care Giver is Worn out as she is also not in The Best of Health.

Please Put this Staunch Christian Couple at the Top of Your Prayer List.

Received 4/10/10
Prayer request for Bill Theobald (brother of State Warden/DD Dave Briggs)

Please keep my brother Bill Theobald in your prayers. Last night Friday, April 9th he was in an auto accident. A drunk driver ran a red light on West Charleston going over 70 mph.

He's currently in the ICU in the Trauma Center @ UMC. He has some bleeding on the brain, neck and back issues.

Please keep him in your prayers. Prayers do work!

Vivat Jesus,

Dave Briggs SW/DD10

Received 4/08/10
Prayers Requested for Grace Moran

Grace Moran is having serious and very painful health problems. Tests are being scheduled to determine the cause. Grace is the wife of Brother Thomas Moran; former member of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442; charter member of St. Anthony of Padua Council; and Nevada State Council Reports and Awards Chairman. Please pray to Grace, Tom and their family.

Cards may be sent to:

Grace Moran
8716 Western Saddle Avenue
Las Vegas, NV 89129
(702) 243-6017
thomashemoran@yahoo.com

Nick Ciccone
District 11 Ceremonials Coordinator and
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 4/08/10
Prayers Requested for Brother Anthony (Tony) DaPra (Update)

Brother Tony DaPra of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 has come out of the heart-cath. procedure OK. He had two blockages. One was fixed with a stint, but the other was in a place where a stint could not be used, and medication will be attempted to help clear this one. Hospital visits are discouraged at this time, and return home schedule is unknown at this time. Treatment for kidney failure (dialysis) and diabetes continuing as before. He seems to be holding his own at this point, but the struggle is intense. Sharyn thanks all for their prayers and good thoughts. Please continue praying for Tony, 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
adapra@aol.com

Don Thompson, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 4/07/10
Prayer request/ Update on Kim Sullivan

Brother Knights and Ladies,

First I want to thank everyone for their prayers for my wife Kim... I have shared all the responses I have received back with her, and I can see... how uplifting your prayers are for her and her spirits... Thank you.

After a full day at UMC Hospital in Las Vegas, we now know that her surgery to remove her gallbladder will be on Friday (April 9) and if all goes well... she will get to come home on Saturday. The reason is that her gallbladder has an infection from the stones and it would not be safe until Friday to have the surgery. I will keep everyone informed.

Please continue to keep Kim in your prayers for a successful surgery and speedy and full recovery.


Fraternally,
Patrick Sullivan
State Secretary

Received 4/07/10
Prayers Requested for Brother Anthony (Tony) DaPra (Update)

Brother Tony DaPra of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 had his seventh heart attack on April 5th. He is in Summerlin Hospital (no visitors). He is off the ventilator and holding his own, but will be given an angiogram on April 7th to determine the damage. He will continue to be on dialysis and diabetes treatments. Sharyn had just returned to her job after her rotator cuff injury, and is already having to take time off work again. Please pray for Tony and his wife, Sharyn.

Cards may be sent to:

Brother and Mrs. Tony DaPra
7121 Lakeland Road
Las Vegas, NV 89145-6027
(702) 242-1221
adapra@aol.com

Don Thompson, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 4/06/10
Prayers requested for Kim Sullivan

Brother Knights and Ladies,

I am asking for prayers for my wife, Kim Sullivan... She is at UMC in Las Vegas and has gallstones and will have surgery this afternoon or tomorrow morning to have her gallbladder removed. I will update everyone after her surgery on how she is doing. Please keep her in your prayers. Thank you.


Fraternally,
Patrick Sullivan
State Secretary

Received 4/04/10
EMERGENCY PRAYERS

Brother Knights: I'm asking for lots of prayer from everyone. Awhile back I asked for prayers for my brother's Great grandson. He was born about 6 months ago and was not expected to live. He was born with his colon on the outside of his body. Sense then his colon, liver, kidneys and just about everything else in his body has died. He has had about a dozen surgery's already. They live in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They just received a phone call from the Children's Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska. It is 6:30 Saturday evening. He has to be there for emergency surgery at 6 AM Easter morning. They are going to replace almost everything in his little body. The surgery is going to take about 12 hours. Please everyone, pray for him. He has been a real fighter so far. Don't let him down.

Vivat Jesus
John Solt SMD
Council 12845, Gardnerville

Received 4/04/10
Update on Grace Moran's Illness

Brothers and Fr. Sam,

After four days at Mountain View Hospital, the doctors released Grace for Easter and to be able to take a PET scan under Medicare rules. The tests at Mountain View discovered a 4 cm mass in the lower abdomen. She is taking strong pain medications which allow her to move a bit without pain and to sleep.

My daughters prepared a beautiful Easter dinner and we were able to enjoy it as a family (actually on Saturday when we were all together).

Monday, I am going to call Dr. Kawalski's office to arrange for the PET scan. The medical plan now is to determine the extent of the illness and readmit at Sunrise Hospital for the actual surgery, because of it's complexity and Sunrise is better equipped to do it.

That's about all we know at the moment. Grace, my family, and I appreciate your prayers and cards.

Fraternally,
Tom Moran

Received 4/01/10
Prayers Needed for Grace Moran

Prayers needed for Grace Moran, wife of Sir Knight Tom Moran. She was admitted into Mountain View Hospital on Wednesday, March 31st with severe abdominal pain. She has a large mass on her left side and tests are currently been done. She will be undergoing surgery to determine if it is cancerous.

Please keep Grace and her family in your prayers.

Received 3/29/10
Prayers Requested for Sir Knight Ken Bryant

Brother Knights:
I want to request Prayers from all my brother Knights for our brother Sir Knight Ken Bryant and His Wife Esther of Council 12845 and Assembly 2777 of Gardnerville, NV. He suffered a Stroke and is in Carson Tahoe Hospital in Carson City.

Vivat Jesus
John Solt SMD

Received 3/29/10
Prayers Requested for Brother Frank Holzhauer, PSD

I just got word that PSD Frank Holzhauer is need of our prayers; Brother Frank Holzhauer is in Carson Tahoe Hospital with heart problems. I will keep you posted as soon as I get an update. Please keep Frank and Carol in your prayers.

God bless,

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

My Mission: Provide every Catholic man the opportunity to create a Legacy and a Financial Lifeboat for his family and his passion.
NV LIC. #600143
CA LIC. #0F66958

Received 3/21/10
Memorial Service for Jean Causey (widow of PSD David Causey)

Brother Knights and Ladies,

A memorial service for Jean Causey will be held on March 31 at St. Viator Catholic Community in the Chapel at 10 AM, located at 2461 E. Flamingo Road in Las Vegas.

Jean Causey (widow of Past State Deputy David F. Causey) entered into eternal rest on January 30, 2010.

Please keep Jean in your prayers for the repose of the soul.

God bless,
Ted Aceto, PSD

Received 3/21/10
Prayers requested for SK Gustave Pellegrino

Prayers are requested for a speedy & full recovery of SK Gustave Pellegrino who recently underwent a serious stomach operation for 6 hours. Gus is a member of Holy Apostles Council #12543 and Msgr John J. Lambe Assembly #0611. He is currently in ICU, stable, but prayers are requested for him and his family during this recovery period.

Fraternally,
Ray Gardea
DD #7

Received 3/21/10
Passing of Alicia Terrazas

With sad regrets we announce the passing of Alicia Terrazas, wife of Heriverto "Bert" Terrazas on March 17, 2010. Bert is a member of Holy Apostles Council #12543 and Fourth Degree member of Msgr John J. Lambe Assembly #0611. Alicia was also a very active member of the Holy Apostles Ladies Auxiliary and the St James Parish office.

A memorial service will be held at St. James the Apostle Catholic Church, 1920 N. Martin Luther King Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89106 on Wednesday morning March 24, 2010 at 10 AM.

Request your prayers for SK Bert Terrazas and his family during this difficult period.

Fraternally,
Ray Gardea
DD #7

Received 3/17/10
Prayers needed for Connie Calarco

Brother Knights and Ladies,

Ladies Auxiliary President Connie Calarco is in need of our prayers. She was admitted late Monday night to the hospital and was found to possess a tumor in her head. It was determined today that the tumor is benign but the treatment has not been determined yet. She has requested no phone calls so that she can rest.

She and her husband brother Steve will take all the prayers that we can give.

Mother Seton Council #11029
Las Vegas, Nevada

Received 3/16/10
Update- Prayer request for Bob Elmore

SK Bob Elmore has improved; Bob is a member of Council 3741 in Henderson and Assembly 2164 in Las Vegas. He still needs our prayrers.

An update from his wife follows.

Richard E. Hawkins, FN
Rev. Van Skee Assembly

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Just wanted to let you know that Bob is in a rehab facility - Life Care Center of Paradise Valley. He'd been at St. Rose de Lima since 2/1, was transferred to Kindred Care at Desert Springs Hospital and from there to Life Care. He has to learn to walk and use his hands and arms. He had an infection that ended up being contagious and I was not allowed to visit because of my precarious health.

At the time he was at Kindred, I was one floor down in the same hospital with the same infection - caused by the use of Levaquin. Today was the first day I've seen him in two weeks. My youngest son was in town for two weeks, now my daughter is here with me till Monday evening then she flies back home.

That black cloud that has hung over us since the end of 2007, has not disappeared at all. Back in 2008, Bob told everyone that he gave up his wife for Lent, now I've given up Bob for Lent.

Don't know how long Bob will be in rehab; it's a matter of his cooperation and determination to get better. Will keep you informed.

Please continue to pray for the two of us.

God bless,
Jeri Elmore

Received 3/14/10
Memorial mass for Sir Knight Woody Blair

Brother Knights:

The memorial mass for Sir Knight Woody Blair will be on Thursday, March 25 at 3:00 pm at St. Rose of Lima in Reno. The Carmelite Rosary will be prayed prior to the mass.

Assembly 3118 will have the color guard at the mass, and we anticipate many Knights will attend this service as a tribute to Woody.

Vivat Jesus

Bill Kraus PGK, Trustee Council 13842

Received 3/11/10
PRAYERS NEEDED Brother Julian Larrouy and his wife Betty of Gardnerville

Please keep Brother Sir Knight, PGK, and Charter member of Council 12845 Julian Larrouy and his wife Betty of Gardnerville in your prayers while he is going through Radiation Treatment for Cancer. Thank you.

Vivat Jesus,
John Solt SMD

Received 3/11/10
Prayers Requested for Sir Knight Woody Blair and Pat on Woody's Passing

Brother Knights:

Sir Knight Woody Blair was called to his heavenly Father last night. Woody died after he suffered a cardiac arrest last week which left him in a coma. Woody had waged a lengthy and brave fight against cancer.

Woody was a charter member of Council 13842 and held leadership positions as Membership Director and Chancellor. Woody also was a charter member of Assembly 3118 and its Captain.

Our condolence and prayers goes out to Woody’s wife Pat and family.

Information on funeral services will be forth coming.

Eternal rest, grant to Woody, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all our departed brothers, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Vivat Jesus

Bill Kraus PGK, Trustee Council 13842

Received 3/03/10
Prayer request for Woody & Pat Blair

Brother Knights:

Woody Blair, Council 13842 Membership Chair, is in ICU unit 114 at Renown. At this time he is unable to talk. The cause of the problem is not clear till some tests and a possible brain scan will be taken. Needless to say continue keep Woody in your prayers as well as Pat his wife.

Fraternally,
Bill Krause, PGK
Council 13842

Received 3/01/10
Prayers Requested for Brother Anthony (Tony) DaPra (Update)

Brother Tony DaPra of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 has started on dialysis three times per week for four hours each time. His heart and diabetes issues remain.
Please pray for Tony and his wife, Sharyn.

Don Thompson, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 3/01/10
Prayers Requested for Brother Gerard Larock

Brother Gerard Larock of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442 was scheduled to have surgery but has been experiencing breathing problems so the surgery has been delayed. His wife, Alice, has also been experiencing health problems. Gerard has been a Knight for over 61 years.
Please pray for the recovery of Gerard and his wife, Alice.

Don Thompson, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 3/01/10
SK Michael J. Priske called home

Brother Knights and Ladies,

With deep regrets we announce the passing of SK Michael J. Priske, Honorary Life Member, of Msgr John J. Lambe Assembly and Council #5693.
Visitation will be 4 - 7 PM Wednesday March 3, 2010 at Palm Mortuary, 1600 S. Jones Blvd.
Services will be at 11 AM Thursday, March 4, at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, 1111 Michael Way.
Graveside services will follow at 1:20 PM at the Southern Nevada Veteran's Memorial Cemetery, Boulder City, NV.
Request prayers for the Priske family during this difficult period.

Fraternally,
Alex Torres, Faithful Navigator
Msgr. Lambe Assembly #0611

Received 2/24/10
Passing of Br. Walter "Scotty" Scott of Council 4828 and Assembly 2739

Br. Knights,

It is with great sorrow that I must report the passing of Br. Walter P. "Scotty" Scott, Jr. on Sunday, February 21st. Br. Scott was 69 years old. He joined the Knights of Columbus in March of 1966 and went through his 2nd and 3rd Degrees the following June. Although he dropped out of the Order for a period of time, he was Readmitted in July of 1985 and joined the 4th Degree in March of 1986. Br. Walter was a member of Fallon Council 4828 and of Father Sauveur “Sam” Dominique Tambourin Assembly 2739. Please pray for the repose of Br. Scott's soul and also for his wife, Ruth and their family.

A Rosary Prayer Service is scheduled for 7:00 pm on Thursday, February 25th, at the Smith Family Funeral Home in Fallon. A Funeral Mass is scheduled for 11:00 am on Friday, February 26th, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Fallon. The obituary is located on the Lahontan Valley News website at the following address:
http://www.lahontanvalleynews.com/article/20100223/NEWS/100229951/1033&parentprofile=1050

Jim Shurtliff
Financial Secretary
Fallon Council 4828

Received 2/21/10
Passing of Ray Gonzalez

Brother Knights and Ladies, I am asking for prayers for the repose of the soul of Ray Gonzalez, who entered into eternal rest on Saturday, February 20th. Ray is the brother-in-law of Past State Deputy Ted Aceto. Please also keep Ray's family in your prayers during their time of grieving, especially his wife Cathy Gonzalez and his sister Nickey Aceto.

In respect of Ray's wishes, There will be No Services.

God bless,
Patrick Sullivan
State Secretary

Received 2/21/10
Prayers needed (Tony Perrella)

Prayers are need for O'Callahan Sir Knight, Tony Perrella pfn/pfm/pgk. He will be going in for chemo treatment. He has developed cancer in his lung.

Please keep Tony and his family in your prayers.


/s/ Father Joseph O'Callahan S.J. Assembly 2820

Received 2/21/10
Prayers Requested for Vera Martinez, Mother of Brother Mark Martinez

As of Friday February 19th from Brother Mark Martinez, Warden of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442.

My mother, Vera Martinez, was given last rites today. The situation is serious, but a little uncertain. My niece, who is a physician, said I should return to Los Angeles this weekend.

Please say a prayer for her and my dad, who is C. J. Martinez of Knights of Columbus Council 1895 in Whittier, CA and a 4th Degree Knight. They were both born in April, 1925 and a few hundred yards apart. They were married in 1942 and except for Dad's wartime service (WW2, Korea) have never been apart.

Vivat Jesus!

Don Thompson, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 2/21/10
Funeral Service for George R. Hart

Funeral Service for George R. Hart (08/20/1948 - 02/16/2010)
There will be a Memorial Mass at St. Viator Catholic Church, 2461 E. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89121 on Friday, February 26th at 10:00 AM.

Brother George entered into eternal rest on February 16, 2010. He was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Council #13456 in Henderson and a 3rd Degree member with 18 years of service in the order.

Please keep Brother George in your prayers for the repose of the soul, and also pray for his wife Deborah and their son Alexander during this most difficult time for them.

Fraternally,

Dan E. del Villar FICF,LUTCF
PO Box 777280
Henderson,NV 89077-7280
702-202-4611 (W)
dan.delvillar@kofc.org

Received 2/18/10
Prayers for Woody Blair

Anyone who knows Woody knows what a fighter he is, Council #13842 recruited over 50 new members last year and Woody and Bill Kraus were responsible for 95% of them. In short Woody is the type of Knight that everyone aspires to be, please pray for my Brother Woody Blair, Mother Mary be with Woody and Pat and as always his Brother Knights will be here for him.

God bless,

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

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Brother Knights: Brother Woody Blair went to Renown Hospital today for an operation to correct recurring infection problem after his recent kidney operation. Pat Blair informed me tonight cancer has been found in the stomach and intestines, and they are waiting for evaluation from the oncologist. We need to keep Woody in our prayers as well as Pat.

God Bless
Bill Kraus

Received 2/18/10
Passing of George Hart

Brother Knights and Ladies, It is with heartfelt sadness that I report to you the passing of Brother Knight, George R. Hart on Tueday February 16th. He was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Council #13456 in Henderson and a 3rd Degree member with 18 years of service in the order. Funeral Services are being arranged and we will send an announcement by email as soon as we know.

Please keep Brother George in your prayers for the repose of the soul, and also pray for his wife Deborah and their son Alexander during this most difficult time for them.

Fraternally,
Dan E. del Villar FICF,LUTCF
(702)202-4611 (W)
dan.delvillar@kofc.org

Received 2/18/10
Prayer Request

My fellow Knights: Last night I had the pleasure of meeting with a Brother Knight and his family; during the evening I found out that his wife who is in her 40s has had five operations since 2005 and has one more to go next week. She is fighting cancer and they believe she is winning the fight. Please take a few minutes and say a Hail Mary for the healing of this wonderful woman. They requested not to be mentioned, but know that the healing power of our Mother is strong.

God bless,
Todd Cabral FIC
(775)842-8722

Received 2/16/10
Prayers needed for Brother Joseph Karkalla

As of Wednesday February 10 from FS Tony Donofrio.

Brother Joseph Karkalla, who is a long time member of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442, is in a lock down unit at Life Care Center in Las Vegas. He has Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. He recognizes people and would like to have visitors. Please pray for Joe, his wife Joan and their family during these trying times.

Don Thompson, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 2/16/10
Passing of Richard Maese

Brother Knights, Richard Maese, of Council 5693 passed away on February 10, 2010.

Please Pray for Richard an his Family.

David Strait, PSD
Financial Secretary,
Fr. Francisco Garces Council 5693

Obituary for RICHARD MAESE
Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Sunday February 14, 2010
Richard Maese, 63, a resident of Albuquerque, NM passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2010. Mr. Maese is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Cecelia; his mother-in-law, Pilar Orona; his father, Benjamin Maese; his sister, Melba Maese; his brothers and sisters-in-law, John and Gretchen, Pat and Roger, David and May, Veronica and Phil; nieces and nephews, Candace and children, Cassian and Josiah; Felicia and son, Ray; Isaiah and wife, Sherry and children, Zoe, Ian and Jet; Jessica; Brian and daughter, Angelina. Visitation will be Saturday, February 20, 2010, from 1:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Sacred Word Church, 939 San Pedro SE #C, with a Memorial Service at 2:00 p.m. Minister Walker, presider. Arrangements by: Gabaldon Mortuary 1000 Old Coors Dr. SW 243-7861
www.gabaldonmortuaryinc.com

Received 2/10/10
Prayers Requested for Scott McCallum Family

Brother Knights: Scott McCallum’s wife Daphne has been taken to Renown Hospital and is ICU. Please include Daphne in your prayers for a speedy recovery, and pray for Scott and the McCallum family during this difficult time.

Fraternally,
Bill Kraus, PGK
Council 13842

Received 2/08/10
Prayers Requested fro Bob Hill

My Fellow Brother Knights. Please keep Br. Bob Hill in your prayers. Bob was rushed to St. Mary's in Reno, Nv early Sunday afternoon with a fever of 105. Sorry I do not have more information at this time. I hope to have more soon.

Thanks,
Greg Fields GK

Received 2/08/10
Prayers Requested for Donna Calabrese

Brother Knights: Donna Calabrese, Wife of our Brother Sir Knight Iggie Calabrese Assembly 2777 is very ill, and could use some Prayers. Thank you.

John Solt SMD, PGK
Council 12845
Gardnerville, NV

Received 2/07/10
Prayers Requested for John Smith

Brothers,

It has pleased Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom, to call from our midst our beloved Brother PGK John Smith who departed this life February 3, 2010.

His funeral will be Tues. Feb. 16, 2010 at the Vets Cemetary in Boulder City at noon.

I will make out the certificate but I will not be able to make the funeral, if there is someone that can step in and present it to the family let me know.

Ray Stewart
Grand Knight

Received 2/05/10
Prayer request for Field Agent Cabral's Godfather

My Brothers:

My Godfather is going into surgery today; he has been fighting Parkinson's for 10 years and the surgery today is to hopefully place two stints to help the blood flow to his heart. My Godfather is a fighter and a good man, please ask God to have his hand on the Doctor's hand during this operation. Thank you and God bless.

Todd Cabral FIC
Field Agent #14232
Knights of Columbus
(775)842-8722
My Mission:
Provide every Catholic man the opportunity
to create a Legacy and a Financial Lifeboat
for his family and his passion.
NV LIC. #600143
CA LIC. #0F66958

Received 2/03/10
Prayer request for Robert Elmore

Brother Knights and Ladies,

Brother and Sir Knight Robert "Bob" Elmore was readmitted at St Rose De Lima hospital. Three weeks ago he had thyroid surgery for thyroid cancer that came back. Now he has been admitted to St. Rose De Lima again with another problem. The doctors are not sure what the problem is at this time.

Brother and Sir Knight Bob is an active member of Rosary Council 3741 in Henderson and of Rev. Van Skee Assy 2164 in Las Vegas. Please keep him in your prayers for a speedy recovery.


Vivat Jesus,

Michael Cotoia
Grand Knight
Rosary Council

Received 1/30/10
Passing of Jean Causey widow of PSD David Causey

Brother Knights and Ladies,

Jean Causey (widow of Past State Deputy David F. Causey) entered into eternal rest this morning January 30, 2010.

No Funeral Services have been arranged yet. We will send a notice by email as soon as Funeral arrangements are made.

Please keep Jean in your prayers for the repose of the soul.

God bless,
Ted Aceto, PSD

Received 1/30/10
Prayers for Father Ceasar

Fr. Caesar had a blood clot removed form his brain this week. Please keep him in your prayers.

Harry Rhea
Council 1340
Ely, Nevada

Received 1/30/10
Prayers Requested for Mother of Dom Pereira and Family

My Brother Knights and Ladies, the Mother of Brother Dom Pereira, Council 9899, died last Tuesday January 19th. Her Name was Maria de Jesus Ferreira Pereira she was 93 years old.

A close uncle died the night before on Monday the 25th of January, and his name was Faustino Gameiro he was 89 years old.

We request Brother Knights and Ladies to pray for these 2 souls and all the souls that have been called home.

Thank you,
Dom Pereira
Prince of Peace Council 9899
Las Vegas, NV

Received 1/24/10
Prayers Requested for Ralph Bevin

Harry Prall Council 13942 has requested prayers for a friend, Ralph Bevin. Apparently Ralph has not been able to get around and the doctors determined he has clot or something near the spine and between the shoulder blades. He is going in for surgery at the VA in Palo Alto, CA this Wednesday, 1/27

John Connell
St. John Vianney
Council 1348

Received 1/21/10
Prayers Requested for Nadine Stango

Nadine Stango, wife of Sir Knight Victor Stango of Council 10442, is home recovering from surgery. Prayers for her rapid and complete recovery are requested.

Don Thompson, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 1/21/10
Prayers Requested for Nevada PSD & FM Kay De Neal (Update)

Sir Knight Kay De Neal of Council 10442 is home recovering from abdominal surgery for an aneurism. The doctors believe they have corrected his problem. He is a bit cranky due to his restricted movements but that is a good sign. Cards, phone calls and e-mails will perk him up. Prayers for his rapid and complete recovery are requested.

Don Thompson, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 1/21/10
Update on Brother Tony DaPra Prayers Requested

As of Thursday January 21, 2010 11:49 AM from GK Don Thompson.

Brother Tony DaPra of Council 10442 is in the Intensive Care Unit at Summerlin Hospital. His kidneys are working better, but his heart and diabetes issues remain. He is having a tough time, but his spirits are good. Please pray for Tony and his wife, Sharyn.

Don Thompson, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 1/20/10
Passing of Brothers Bugs Bugeda, Daniel Gilmour, and Dea. Sonny Laqui of Co. 13456 in Henderson

Brother Knights and Ladies,

It is with heartfelt sadness, to inform you of the passing into eternal life of these exemplary Brother Knights.

Richard "Bugs" Bugeda, a 6 year member... he received his 1st Degree honors on 3/14/2004. Please remember Brother Bugs and the Bugeda family in your prayers.

Daniel C. Gilmour, a 3 year member... he received his 1st Degree honors on 12/09/2006.
Please remember Brother Daniel and the Gilmour family in your prayers.

Dea. Marciano "Sonny" Laqui passed away Saturday night. Deacon Sonny was assigned to St. Bridget's Parish, was a member of St. Francis of Assisi, and served Bishop Pepe at the Cathedral in 2007. He was a 4 year member of the Knights... he received his 1st Degree honors on 6/04/2005 and his 2nd & 3rd Degree Honors on 06/20/2009.
A Funeral Mass for Deacon Sonny will be celebrated on Monday January 25, 2010 at 11:00am at St. Bridget Catholic Church, 220 North 14th Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101.
Condolences may be sent to Deacon Sonny's wife: Connie Laqui, 331 Quiet Harbor Drive, Henderson, NV 89052. Please remember Deacon Sonny and the Laqui family in your prayers.

There are no other details at this time... We will keep everyone updated by email, and let everyone know about any funeral services as soon as we know.

Please keep Brother Bugs, Brother Daniel, and Dea. Sonny in your prayers for the repose of their souls.

Fraternally,
Dan E. del Villar FICF,LUTCF
PO Box 777280
Henderson,NV 89077-7280
(702)202-4611 W
(702)467-7870 C
dan.delvillar@kofc.org

Received 1/20/10
Prayers Requested for Repose of Soul of Steve Gajewski Sr. and Family

Greetings Brother Knights:

Brother Knight, Steve Gajewski Sr. passed away on January 18, 2010. Steve had been on dialysis for a while. He fell down at home and was taken to South Renown Hospital where he died from cardiac failure. Steve was 86 years old and was an honorary lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus, and was a member for Council 13842.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 23 at Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Cemetery, 2700 N. Virginia Street, Reno. A viewing will be held from 9:30 am to 10:00 am with a Mass immediately following.

Eternal rest, grant to our brother Knight Steve, and let perpetual light shine upon him and may he rest in peace.

Bill Kraus, PGK, Trustee Council 13842

Received 1/16/10
PASSING OF NINA JOHNSON, WIFE OF BROTHER KNIGHT JIMMY JOHNSON

Our Sister in Christ, Nina Johnson, was called Home Friday night at a local hospice. She bravely battled several illnesses within the last couple of years and our faith tells us she is no longer in pain and whole once again.

Nina was wife to Jimmy Johnson, a Brother Knight from Fr. Francisco Garces, Council #5693, Las Vegas and a member of Lambe Assembly. Nina was a long-time member of the Ladies Auxiliary, Council #5693 and our Sister in Christ will be so dearly missed.

Funeral arrangements are currently being prepared.

Irene Iniquez, Member
Ladies Auxiliary #5693
Las Vegas

Received 1/10/10
Prayers Requested for Nevada PSD & FM Kay De Neal

Brother Kay De Neal of Council 10442 and the Knights of Columbus Supreme Council appointee as the Nevada State Veterans Affairs Representative is scheduled for abdominal surgery on Thursday January 14th at the Loma Linda, California Medical Center. Prayers for a successful surgery and his rapid and complete recovery are requested. Also, pray for continued recovery of his dear wife, Dona, who has had her own health problems recently.

Don Thompson
Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 1/10/10
Request for Prayers Delores Holinski and Family

Dear Brothers, Please join me in the celebration of my mother's life and in prayers for the repose of her soul. I lost my mother, Delores Holinski, last Sunday and my loss is Heaven's gain. I live in goodness as a tribute to the love and good works this great lady exemplified.

Eternal rest grant onto her O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her.

God Bless her soul.

Gerry Holinski

Received 1/08/10
Prayers Requested for Bobbie Holmes

I received a phone call from Brother Knight Jim Holmes from Council #13842 and I would like to request prayers for his nephew Bobbie Holmes. Bobbie suffered a stroke a few days ago and is recovering however he is not out of the woods. Please take a few minutes and offer up an Our Father and Hail Mary for the recovery of Brother Holmes' nephew. Thank you for your continual support.

God bless,
Todd Cabral FIC
Field Agent #14232

Received 1/07/10
K of C Prayer Request

Dear Brothers and Sisters;

I received the below email from my Niece Lynn in San Diego. Please take a moment and Pray for her Friend and Friend's Daughter.

Vivat Jesus,
Thomas Boganski,
Knight of Columbus
Council 9899
Las Vegas, Nevada
- - -
Dear Family and Friends

As some of you know, a friend of mine, Cindy Heffington, was in an accident on New Year's Eve day with her 9 year old daughter, Ashley. Cindy was pretty bruised, etc., but her injuries are minor. Ashley, on the other hand, has had serious head trauma. She was unconscious, and is currently in a drug induced coma. She has had fluid and brain swelling, and last night was a very rough night for her, and of course, her family.

Please, if you can spare a moment of your time, please take a moment to click on the link below. It will tell you more about Ashley's story, show you pictures of her, and even allow you to post a message to her and/or her family. And then... PLEASE PRAY FOR ASHLEY! Share this information with everyone you know. Ashley needs our prayers more than anything now!

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/ashleyheffington

May God Bless each of you and hold you safely in the palms of His hands.

With Love,
Lynn

Received 1/02/10
Prayers Requested for Brother Tony DaPra (UPDATE)

As of Friday January 1, 2010 2:40 PM:

Brother Tony DaPra of Council 10442 is home slowly recovering following his fifth heart attack. Prayers for his continued improvement are requested. Tony had two stents placed in his heart. With his COPD, diabetes, and low energy level, recovery is expected to take time. Thank you for your support of Tony and Sharyn and their family, including their son, Council 10442 Past Grand Knight Paul DaPra and his family.

Don Thompson, Grand Knight
St. Joseph, Husband of Mary, Council 10442

Received 1/01/10
Prayer Requested for Holinski Family

Brothers in Faith, we the family of Delores Holinski beseech you to join us in prayer and petition, please, for Delores Holinski that her internal bleeding may stop, the doctors discover a cure through the intervention of Christ and Almighty God puts his healing hand on her to restore her to good health.

We ask this in faith through Christ, our lord, amen (we believe)

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