FOCUS | 2024

LIMA CITY HOSPITAL - 1899 CORNER OF SCOTT AND MARKET STREET

LOOKING FORWARD

Dear Friends of the Foundation,

On behalf of the Lima Memorial Foundation Board of Trustees, I would like to express our sincere appreciation for your steadfast support of our community’s healthcare needs. It is because of your generosity that life-changing, state-of-the-art technology and services are provided to Lima Memorial patients, improving their quality of life.

In 2023, our donor community united to raise $2 million to ensure access to advanced local health care. These efforts included the establishment of a dedicated Observation Unit, which has helped alleviate the need for patients to wait for in-hospital room availability. Even more, this unit is allowing our providers to focus on the unique short-term needs of these patients. Because of your support, Lima Memorial has increased its capacity to care for more patients in a quality setting designed to quickly get them back on the road to their recovery.

As you read the stories in FOCUS, I hope you will be as deeply moved as I was by the many ways your gifts are positively and immediately impacting the health of our neighbors, friends and families. You can be proud of the investment you have made in advancing the health of our community.

For the past 125 years, Lima Memorial has made it a priority to respond quickly and responsibly to emerging healthcare needs in our community. This is possible because of your trust, support and generosity.

I am deeply grateful for your ongoing support and look forward to continuing the mission of the Foundation.

Thank you so much!

Steven Romey, Board Chair Lima Memorial Foundation

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Steven Romey CHAIR

Janet Hawk VICE CHAIR 1899 SOCIETY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE CHAIR

Adam Rector CAPSTONE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE CHAIR

Janice von der Embse FINANCE COMMITTEE CHAIR

Eric Wiechart NOMINATING COMMITTEE CHAIR

Lynn Carpenter Russell Decker

David Harsh

Praveen Malhotra, MD

Dennis Morris, DPM

Clyde Rauch

Christine Rodriguez, CNP

Kerri Romes

Scott Shutt

Michael Swick

William Timmermeister

Elizabeth Winget

EX-OFFICIO

LaShae Burwell

Nora Fought

The Lima Memorial Foundation is comprised of community leaders and Lima Memorial Health System representatives committed to providing leadership in the acquisition, management and distribution of philanthropic gifts. They also provide fiduciary responsibility for funds raised. Published by Lima Memorial Marketing marketing@limamemorial.org

Dear Friends,

CELEBRATING 125 YEARS OF CARING FOR OUR COMMUNITY

As Lima Memorial celebrates its 125th anniversary, we continue our strong legacy of caring for our community. From a humble beginning in 1899 on the corner of East Market and Scott Streets near the Ottawa River, Lima Memorial has persevered through decades of challenge, change and tremendous growth. For 125 years, Lima Memorial has stood as a beacon of hope and healing for patients and families in the communities we serve.

I’ve had the privilege of witnessing many amazing moments of growth for our health system, including the addition of state-of-the-art equipment and technology and the establishment of many new programs and services, all to improve the quality of life for those who’ve entrusted us with their care. As I reflect on our history and think about our present, I’m deeply grateful to all of the dedicated associates whose unwavering commitment has propelled our hospital to become the foremost provider of advanced health care in our region.

In this edition of FOCUS, you will read stories about patients and areas of our health system directly impacted by our generous donor community. From the establishment of our new dedicated Observation Unit and the creation of our Chronic Disease Management Program to one man’s selfless legacy gift to the Foundation, these gifts truly demonstrate the power of giving back.

This year, we’re celebrating more than our 125-year history. We’re celebrating all who have been a part of our history at Lima Memorial, especially our donor community. From the beginning, our donors’ commitment to advancing the health of our community has provided for quality, compassionate care. For that, we are so very grateful.

Thank you for placing your trust in us to be the leader in health care in our region.

Sincerely,

Michael D. Swick President & CEO Lima Memorial Health System

FINANCE COMMITTEE

Janice von der Embse

CHAIR

Lynn Carpenter

Shawn Goetz

Steven Romey

Scott Shutt

Michael Swick

William Timmermeister

Eric Wiechart

EX-OFFICIO

LaShae Burwell

Nora Fought

SCAN ME to learn more about the Lima Memorial Foundation.

In 2023, the community united to raise more than $500,000 to help establish a dedicated Observation Unit within Lima Memorial Health System. Now fully open, this dedicated space is designed to expedite patient diagnosis and streamline treatment, enhancing the overall experience for patients and their families. Plans are currently underway to create additional rooms to meet the increased demand for observation status care at Lima Memorial.

“This is a true testament to the power of generosity. By UNITING together, we have shaped the patient and family experience to be more EFFICIENT and COMPASSIONATE.” A DEDICATED SPACE

–

Dr. Mehran Arabpour, Cardiologist, Chief of Medical Staff, Chief Medical Informatics Officer, Chest Pain Center Medical Director

Thank you to our wonderful donor community for joining together to help us increase access to the Great Care our patients rely on at Lima Memorial.

“THIS NEW UNIT HAS TRULY ENHANCED OUR ABILITY TO PROVIDE EFFICIENT, QUALITY CARE AND OUR PATIENTS’ EXPERIENCE. THE GRATITUDE WE HAVE FOR THE DONOR COMMUNITY GOES BEYOND WORDS.

- Jennifer Williams, RN, Clinical Manager, 2 South and Observation Unit

Thomas Pina

MAKING LIFE LIVABLE COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH CENTER

For patients with chronic diseases, navigating health care can be confusing and intimidating. Thomas Pina of Wapakoneta understands this well, as his diabetes journey exemplifies the essential need for comprehensive care that supports and educates patients in all areas of their well-being.

Thomas’s journey started with a swollen leg, which led to a diabetes diagnosis. Managing diabetes consumed his life with 10 blood sugar readings and 300 mg of insulin daily. This was incredibly challenging for Thomas, who worked in automotive manufacturing at the time.

“If I had to take a shot or a reading, I would need to find someone to take my place,” Thomas shares about his work life. “It wasn’t as easy as it sounds.”

Struggling through six doctors, insulin shot bruises and mounting frustrations, Thomas quit his care plans completely. It was during Thomas’s visit to Lima Memorial’s Wapakoneta Medical Center for another health concern that Cheryl Wayman, Certified Physician Assistant, referred him to Lima Memorial’s Comprehensive Health Center to meet with a provider specializing in diabetic care. The personalized approach made a significant difference for Thomas.

Currently, Thomas only takes 40 units of insulin and two daily readings—a major improvement for his quality of life. He is extremely thankful for the Chronic Disease Management Program, renamed the Comprehensive Health Center, made possible by our donor community, as it has provided him with a roadmap to living a healthier and happier life while managing diabetes.

“ I really want to thank the donors a lot,” says Thomas. “Thanks to this program, there has been an incredible difference in my perspective of my condition and moving forward with positivity.”

“I REALLY WANT TO THANK THE DONORS A LOT. THANKS TO THIS PROGRAM, THERE HAS BEEN AN INCREDIBLE DIFFERENCE IN MY PERSPECTIVE OF MY CONDITION AND MOVING FORWARD WITH POSITIVITY. ”

- THOMAS PINA, PATIENT

In 2022, the Lima Memorial Foundation donor community raised more than $750,000 to establish the Chronic Disease Management Program, renamed the Comprehensive Health Center, creating a network of care for patients with chronic conditions.

RECOGNIZING PHILANTHROPY

Businesses and individuals who achieved milestone levels of giving to the Lima Memorial Foundation were recognized at Ovation.

ALICE HENDERSON Award

The Alice Henderson Award pays tribute to Lima City Hospital’s first chief nurse who shaped our community’s healthcare delivery system more than a century ago. The Alice Henderson Award honors individuals and businesses who continue to shape the future of health care in our community through cumulative gifts of $25,000 or more to the Lima Memorial Foundation.

Chamberlain-Huckeriede Funeral Home | David & Janine Huckeriede

Dr. Rhonda Medina & Bubba Nunnery

Dr. G. Brooks & Amy Brennan Gasdorf Tool & Machine Co., Inc.

LLC | Drew Fields

NOT PICTURED FOR ALICE

AWARD: CDW Healthcare, Clearstead, Deborah Walsh Family, Dr. Jaber Alanzi and Laila Shuman, Halker Drywall, Jaime Quellhorst, Joseph and Cheryl Nagy, Orthopaedic Institute of Ohio, Plante Moran, Premier Bank, Dr. Jason Stienecker, Trisco Systems, Inc., Joni Unverferth

James & Amber Straub

Jeffrey & Elizabeth Utz

Ryan & Sandra Young

Waibel Energy Systems

Schumacher Clinical Partners

Ohio Northern University

Lima Pallet Company

HENDERSON

CHAIRMAN Award

The Chairman Award is reserved exclusively for individuals and businesses who demonstrate a significant commitment to improving the health of our community by contributing cumulative gifts of $100,000 or more to the Lima Memorial Foundation.

NOT PICTURED FOR CHAIRMAN AWARD: Peterson Construction, Janice Meredith, Alicia and Eric Pohjala

Dr. Praveen &

Michael & Danette Swick

SCAN HERE for more pictures and a list of all honorees.

CORA DAVIES Award

Award

S.B. HINER

The S.B. Hiner Award pays tribute to the first president of Lima City Hospital. The S.B. Hiner Award is reserved exclusively for individuals and businesses who demonstrate a significant commitment to improving the health of our community by contributing cumulative gifts of $500,000 or more to the Lima Memorial Foundation.

The Cora Davies Award pays tribute to the first president of the Lima Hospital Nursing Alumnae Association who fostered a spirit of loyalty and promoted the general welfare of the hospital. The Cora Davies Award is reserved exclusively for individuals and businesses who demonstrate a significant commitment to improving the health of our community by contributing cumulative gifts of $250,000 or more to the Lima Memorial Foundation.

Ar-Hale Family Foundation

S&S Volvo Todd & Lynn Schaub

Dr. Pamela Gardner

Shremshock

Varsha Malhotra

Lima Memorial Medical Staff

Huntington Bank

Neil & Betsy Winget

INFINITY Award

The Foundation was honored to present the Infinity Award to Dr. Darlene Weyer in 2023. The Infinity Award is designated for an individual or business who has displayed a boundless commitment to Lima Memorial. Dr. Weyer has earned this recognition by always sharing her passion for local health care through her infectious enthusiasm and unrivaled flair.

Drew Fields

AMBASSADOR of the Year

The Foundation recognized Drew Fields of Innovative Packaging, LLC as its 2023 Ambassador of the Year. The Ambassador of the Year Award honors an individual who exemplifies volunteerism by selflessly and enthusiastically devoting his or her time, energy and resources to further the mission of the Lima Memorial Foundation. Drew, his family and team graciously opened up the Innovative Packaging facility to the Foundation to help create a memorable night for Journey Repackaged | Health Care Reimagined.

Dr. Darlene Weyer

The Lima Memorial Foundation Emerging Philanthropists Committee was formed to bring together community advocates with an interest in supporting local health care at Lima Memorial through philanthropic gifts of time, talent and treasure. The committee identifies a project or need and focuses their efforts on raising awareness and offering solutions to improve the health and well-being of our community. Last fall, the Emerging Philanthropists, West Ohio Food Bank (WOFB) and Lima Senior High School Culinary Program joined forces to host EMERGE, an event dedicated to raising awareness about food insecurity in our region and how access to quality food impacts overall health. EMERGE illustrated the partnership between Lima Memorial and the WOFB to ensure those in our community have access to food needed to keep them healthy.

ANN WELLY ALL SERVICE GLASS PRESIDENT

“We saw an INCREDIBLE opportunity to unite the West Ohio Food Bank with Lima Senior High School Culinary Arts students. Our goal was to RAISE AWARENESS about food insecurity in our area and the efforts of Lima Memorial in bridging this CRITICAL gap.”

- ANN WELLY, EMERGING PHILANTHROPISTS CHAIR, ALL SERVICE GLASS PRESIDENT

AN LOOK WITH THE FOUNDATION

In 2023, the Lima Memorial Foundation organized several Insight events, which offered community members an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse of the remarkable impact made possible through support of the Foundation.

Attendees toured several areas at Lima Memorial and enjoyed conversations with past patients and current LMHS surgeons and team members.

Tours concluded with a roundtable discussion with Mike Swick, President & CEO, as well as various special guests from the Foundation and Lima Memorial’s Executive and Leadership teams.

G O L F C L A S S I C

Swinging FOR A CAUSE

180 golfers

teed off in support of establishing a dedicated Observation Unit at Lima Memorial.

An Elegant Evening at 19 Hawthorne Benefiting the Health of Our Community.

MORE THAN $800,000 raised by the community in support of Lima Memorial Health System.

BOLSTERING THE FUTURE OF HEALTH CARE

In a remarkable culmination of year-long fundraising efforts, the Lima Memorial Auxiliary presented an outstanding donation of $100,000 to the Lima Memorial Foundation during its annual meeting. This contribution will be designated to scholarships benefiting local students who aspire to pursue careers in health care at Lima Memorial Health System. The Auxiliary donated a total of $117,000 in 2023.

The Lima Memorial Foundation expresses deep gratitude to the Auxiliary for their incredible gift and unwavering commitment to the future of our community’s health and well-being. Since its inception, the Auxiliary has contributed more than $2.5 million in support of Lima Memorial, our patients and community.

LIMA MEMORIAL VOLUNTEERS MAKING A DIFFERENCE

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Lima Memorial Volunteers are extraordinary individuals who share an unwavering commitment to Lima Memorial Health System. Our volunteers dedicate their time and talents in all areas of the hospital, leaving a lasting impact on patients and their families.

If you are inspired to make a difference as a Lima Memorial Volunteer, we invite you to learn more by scanning the code above or calling Volunteer Services at 419-226-5094.

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FOUNDER | $500,000 +

Neil and Elizabeth Winget

BENEFACTOR | $25,000 – $49,999 JANUARY 1 - DECEMBER 31, 2023

LMH Auxiliary

MEMBERS 2023

Todd and Lynn Schaub

VISIONARY | $10,000 – $24,999

Jan Hawk

Bernice W. Plate Estate

Robert J. Plate Estate

Clyde and Kay Rauch

Tracie Sanchez

Eric and Marlena Schaaf

Kay Timmermeister

William and Deborah Timmermeister

Deborah Walsh Family CORNERSTONE | $5,000 – $9,999

John Askins

James and Janice Meredith

John and Hannah Morman

Adam Rector and Dr. Mary Wiechart

Roger and Judy Rhodes

Harrison and Myrna Shutt

| $2,500 – $4,999

Brian and Rachel Baker

Rosalind and John Burgess

Duff Family Foundation

PRESIDENT | $1,000 – $2,499

James and Lena Blair

Lynn Bolenbaugh

Phillip and Cheryl Buell

Mallory Chalfant

Ashley and Myron Meas

Russ and Anne Decker

Starr Gephart

David and Janine Huckeriede

John and Patricia Johnson

CHAMPION | $500 – $999

Steve Bogart

Alan and Linda Burkhalter

David and Peggy Cockerell

Dr. Daniel and Chris DiBiasio

Corey and Lauren Frazer

Heather and Jim Gaus

Neal and Anita Good

Chad Hughes

John and April Reed

Steven Romey

Kermit and Mary Ellen Stroh

Eric and Catherine Wiechart

Scott and Terri Shutt

Dr. Cynthia Spiers

Amy and Matt Kentner

Robert and Becky Komminsk

Edward and Julie Malmstrom

Rebecca Martz

Bob and Laura Meredith

Helen Morris

Lonnie and Debbie Pedersen

Jacob Rayl

Opie and Kathy Rollison

Lois Rubens

Barrett and Judith Rydell

Suevanne and Robert Sarno

Troy and Heather Selover

Phillip and Mary Trueblood

Janice and Dan von der Embse

Steven and Stacey Walter

Dr. Jane Wood

Michelle Kirkendall

LMH Nurses Alumnae Association

Robert and Michelle McPheron

Dennis and Beth Rockhold

Timothy and Tami Stanford

Ted and Jennifer Stepleton

Adam Swick and Dr. Allison Rao

Alex Swick

Timothy and Karen Swick

Garry and LaRose Theis

Dorothy Thompson

Thomas Wallace

Jared and Shonda Walsh

PATRON | $250 - $499

Chuck and Denise Black

Roberta and Butch Brewer

Bruce Campbell

Susan Cornell

Rick Cusick

Matthew Edwards

Thomas and Sarah Finkelmeier

Ashley Hardy

FRIEND | $100 - $249

Crystal Bingham

David and Shirley Bryenton

Doris Cameron

Gloria Caprino

Jo Collins

Kevin and Donna Creamer

Richard Dackin

Kathy Davis

Thora Davis

Elaine and William Fisher

Connie Glancy

Shawn and Kacy Goetz

Dan and Karen Grothouse

David Harsh

Mary Hilleary

DONOR | $50 - $99

Anonymous (4)

David Adams

Randall and Carol Aylesworth

Ann Best

Brittany Bowersock

Chris Brenner

Jean Bulau

Barbara Bulmahn

Honesti Buxton

Sharon Dietrich

George and Marilyn Docter

Ryan and Emily Ebbeskotte

Dick and Debra Eley

Andrew and Karla Farley

Angie Heaton

Virginia Heidt

Mike and Polly Henry

Nancy Hoerner

Sheryl Huffman

Kathy Keller

Jennifer Niese

Ralph and Danielle Oen

Lisa and Ed Rettig

Wayne Hites

June Hoffman

Bonnie Hover

Kewpee Employees

Keith and Sally Kiggins

Janet Klingler

Kevin Kornowa

Paul and Ruby Kreher

Ryan Kroeger

Tom and Therese Lochtefeld

Robert and Myrna McCurdy

Robert and Patricia Mills

Claren and Phyllis Osmun

Emily Recker

William Riner

Patrice Holland

Keith Horner

Robert and Susan Hunsaker

David and Kabeth Ann Jarvis

Charles and Dorothy Kaiser

Melissa Ladden

Joseph and Judith Landwehr

Stephen Martin

Jed Metzger

Jerald and Mary Ann Miller

Alison Moorman

Joanne Musser

Jerome and Sherri O’Neal

Diane Perez

Karen Porter

Austin and Lauren Sherer

Ralph and Barbara Stelzer

Linda Stemen

Mandy Stone

Ashley and David Szymanski

Marilyn Wannemacher

Clovis Ring-Hagood

Susan Roser

Anne Scheillerd

Margaret Schlosser

David and Barbara Schmiedebusch

Michael Sessor

Morgan Smith

Theodore and Kathryn Stepleton

Beverly Stevens

Todd and Rhonda Sutton

Bev Thompson

Dennis Walker

Leonard and Jeanne Wannemacher

Mindi Wells

Thomas Wiechart

Marlene Purdy

Gregg and Joni Ruppert

Jane Shoop

Tim Shremshock

Abigail Smith

Patricia Spring

James and Barbara Swick

Marilyn Vanderford

Lauren Waggoner

Miriam Warrington

Jason Winner

Jean Wright

Anonymous

Fred Antunes

Brittany Bates

Robin Biery

Michele Bowman

John and Ciara Brady

Le-Veta Brown

Alivea Buchanan

Stephanie Camper

Amber Castle

Jade Celestino

Cassandra Chaffins

Michael Chevalier

Beverly Christensen

Thomas and Carol Clutter

Angelo and Laura Collins

Sparkles Dawson

Kaitlin Duff

Cindy DuGranrut

Heather Ellerbrock

Jerome Ellis

Amanda Evans

Jason Farmer

Lisa Faurot

Deb Fischer

Kathy Flores

Sirin Foster

Ruth Fought

Hannah Freed

Linda Garcia

Patricia Gordon

Emma Lou Gray

Mikayla Green

Amber Hale

Kaley Harting

Taylor Heape

Lindsay Hess

Kristina Hilgefort

Tochiyana Hines

Janette Hixson

Amanda Hoskins

Amber Hurst

Kiara Jackson

Samantha Johnson

Keri Jones

James Kidwell

Alexis King

Danielle King

Rebecca Kinstle

Laina Klingler

Jodi Ladd

Karen Layton

Martin and Linda Leppla

Rebecca Lester

Suzanne Lewis

Macy Liles

Joshua Livingston

Diane Lombardo

Tonia Lomeli

April Long

Barbara Long

Autumn Longworth

Patricia Lotzer

Jamie Martinez

Brookelyn Mason

Sylvia McLane

Thana Mellott

Andrea Miller

Teresa Miller

Katelyn Mills

Logan Miracle

Kent and Cheryl Morgan

Laurie Music

Linda Neely

Jamie Nienberg

Robert Packwood

Cathy Redman

Zach Reneau

Jessica Rex

Virginia Rigg

Sarah Rohrbaugh

Sherrie Scarberry

Brenda Schnipke

Robin Schulte

Dolores Schultz

Joshua Sheldon

Amanda Sherer

Derek Simon

Samuel and Sue Simpson

Ashayla Smith

Jennifer Spradlin

Connie Stimmel

Saige Strawser

Shayla Sturgeon

Marsha Sunderland

Heather Swinehart

Mary Sybert

Sarah Taggi

Donald Terrace

Katelyn Vonderembse

Wykeshia Webster

Ashley Wells

Jodi White

Melanie Winegardner

Brittney Workman

Casandra Zimmerman

We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of our reporting. If you have any questions, please contact the Lima Memorial Foundation at 419-226-5087 or lmfoundation@limamemorial.org.

LIMA MEMORIAL FOUNDATION

1899 SOCIETY DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

2023

The 1899 Society Development Committee is comprised of community leaders working together to strengthen existing relationships and create new opportunities with individuals in the community seeking to advance the health care of our region.

Janet Hawk Chair

Elizabeth Winget Vice Chair

Lynn Carpenter

Starr Gephart

Robert Meredith

Adam Rector

Judy Rhodes

Steven Romey

Austin Sherer

Ex-Officio: LaShae Burwell

Jessica Eutsler

Nora Fought

2023 Memorial Gifts

A memorial gift is a thoughtful way to remember a family member, friend or colleague who has passed away. Such a gift recognizes the values and priorities of the deceased while helping to sustain the ongoing efforts of the Lima Memorial Foundation.

In memory of Bonnie Adair

Bill & Elaine Fisher

In memory of Ron Born

Ken Lucas

In memory of Eleanor Burwell

Matt & LaShae Burwell

In memory of Connie Butcher

Bill & Elaine Fisher

In memory of Erzulia Bruno

Dr. Eddy Bruno

In memory of Joshua Carl Carpenter

Lynn Carpenter

In memory of Carol Jeanne Clutter

Bruce E. Campbell

Cynthia Swihart

Dorothy Thompson

Carl & Bobbe Williams

Debra Williams

In memory of Cathy Collins

Jamie Gibson

Nola White

In memory of Paul & Marie Corey

Jan Hawk

In memory of Kay Clause Gebhardt

Beverly Stevens

In memory of James Robert Davis & Sherry Gottfried

Kaylyn Frisby

In memory of Phyllis (Gunset) Detrick, Lima Memorial Hospital School of Nursing Class of 1954

Jane Shoop

In memory of Joe & Ann Fassett and Peg Fassett Athanas

Ed & Julie Malmstrom

In memory of Michele Floyd

Sheryl Bales

In memory of Robert & Mary Fought

Nora Fought

In memory of Bill Frideger

John & April Reed

In memory of Kay Gebhardt

Phyllis Osmun

Beverly & Vernon Stevens

In memory of Austin Gegel

John & Pat Johnson

In memory of Jeffrey Hawk

Jan Hawk

In memory of Robert Hawk

C. Allen & Nanci Carroll

Leroy & Pamela Wisebaker

Fraternal Order of Eagles #370

Andrea Saylor

In memory of Rita Holland

Douglas E. LaRue

In memory of June Holtzapple

United Church of Christ

In memory of Ava Grace Johnson

Dennis King

In memory of Jackie Kent

Sandra G. Bilbrey

Richard & Kimberly Chenoweth

Thora Davis

John & Kathleen DeRosa

Rolland & Martha Kent

John & Darlene Kohler

In memory of Pauline Krites

Bill & Elaine Fisher

In memory of Judy Landwehr

Jessica Eutsler

In memory of Leola Lanker

Martha R. Burgei

In memory of Susan Lengerich

Bill & Elaine Fisher

In memory of Mildred M. Longbrake

Bonnie Hover

In memory of Steve Lynch

Bill & Elaine Fisher

In memory of Glenn Martz

Rebecca Martz

In memory of Dave McCluer

Roberta Brewer

Thora Davis

Dorothy Thompson

In memory of Sonia Opperman

Bill & Elaine Fisher

In memory of Judith Orr

Nancy Channell

Helen McGaughy

Dorothy Mitrius Trust

Matthew Orr

Phyllis Osmun

In memory of Kandi Kay Puglise

Nancy E. Hausenstein

In memory of Barbara Roberts

Bruce E. Campbell

James O’Bryan

Dorothy Thompson

Mindi Wells

In memory of Cedric “Al” Alan Roberts

Bruce E. Campbell

Bill & Joan Steiner

Dorothy Thompson

In memory of John Siebert

Bill & Elaine Fisher

In memory of Jean Smith

Julie Harvey

In memory of LaRose Theis

Greg & Betty Bergman

Michael & Rita McAllister

Dennis & Lydia Nuesmeyer

Garry Theis

Miriam Warrington

Timothy Wolff

Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church

In memory of Jeffrey & Douglas Valenti

Helena Valenti

In memory of Marilyn Wallace

Thomas E. Wallace

In memory of Iris Watt

Anne Scheillerd

In memory of Ralph Zerbe Jr.

Mary Hilleary

2023

Honorary Gifts

An honorary gift is a wonderful way to show appreciation for a friend, family member, caregiver or provider or to commemorate a special occasion. Such a gift not only pays tribute to the honoree but also helps the Lima Memorial Foundation fulfill its ongoing efforts to support Lima Memorial Health System and advance the health of our community.

In honor of Dr. G. Brooks Brennan

Sara M. Freewalt

In honor of Lynn Carpenter

Tina M. Verhoff

In honor of Lima Memorial Hospital

School of Nursing Class of 1959

Anonymous

Phyllis Osmun

Vernon & Beverly Stevens

In honor of Dr. Susan Kaufman

Anonymous

Tina M. Verhoff

In honor of Lima Memorial Women’s Health Center Staff

Gregg & Joni Ruppert

In honor of Harry & Myrna Shutt

Kewpee Employees

In honor of Ken & Joan Starr

Marilyn Wannemacher

In honor of The Wonder Team

Elizabeth A. Bergren

To make a tax-deductible contribution in honor or memory of an individual, contact the Foundation at 419-226-5087, or visit limamemorialfoundation.org. Your honoree or their family will receive a special message in recognition of your gift, excluding the donation amount.

Leaving Our Community Better

ARMOR FIRE PROTECTION, INC.

The Lima Memorial Foundation is honored to partner with more than 100 area businesses and organizations who share a commitment to advancing the health of our community. Each has an incredibly profound narrative that illustrates a strong sense of duty to the community. This includes the story of Armor Fire Protection, Inc. It is a story that runs deeper than business and is rooted in a shared commitment to ensuring the well-being of our community for generations to come.

Having spent years in fire protection and learning from respected influencers in the industry, John Skinner knew he wanted to establish a business of his own. The business that would become Armor Fire Protection, Inc. had humble beginnings, taking shape in an upstairs bedroom in John’s home on Grand Avenue in Lima, Ohio.

“My sister’s old bedroom became the office,” details Jamey Skinner, John’s son and current owner and operator of Armor Fire Protection, Inc. “Purple shag carpet and all.”

Since then, Armor Fire Protection, Inc. has provided essential fire sprinkler systems to many properties throughout Northwest Ohio, including Lima Memorial Health System. Jamey can attest that the business has taught him profound lessons about what it means to give back to the community and where you live.

“One of the earliest life lessons my father taught me when I was a kid was to never leave anything worse than you found it,” shares Jamey. “Leave your knowledge, your time, your talents, whatever they may be. You’ve got to leave something for the next generation behind you.”

This philosophy is evident in Jamey’s 27-year support of the Lima Memorial Foundation. By giving back faithfully to the Foundation, he knows 100% of his company’s contributions will go towards bettering his community.

“The work of the Foundation has always been admirable,” expresses Jamey. “The Foundation makes a point to stop by and personally share where our contributions are going each year, and it’s appreciated.”

The Lima Memorial Foundation thanks Armor Fire Protection, Inc. for its 27 years of partnership and commitment to advancing the health care of our community through generous contributions.

“IT’S A GREAT FEELING TO SEE WHERE WE HAVE BEEN ABLE TO LEAVE A POSITIVE IMPACT ON OUR COMMUNITY.”

JAMEY SKINNER

ARMOR FIRE PROTECTION, INC. OWNER-OPERATOR

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to learn about more ways to give!

BUSINESS DONORS 2023

JANUARY 1 - DECEMBER 31, 2023 CORNERSTONE | $5,000 – $9,999

BENEFACTOR | $25,000 – $49,999

Huntington National Bank

Nutrien (PCS Nitrogen)

VISIONARY | $10,000 – $24,999

HeartLight Pharmacy Services

Lima Memorial Physicians

Lima Pallet Co. Inc.

All Service Glass

Biggby Coffee

Blue & Co., LLC

Cenovus Energy

Clearstead

EML Interiors, LLC.

Garmann Miller

Allied Environmental Services, Inc.

Armor Fire Protection Inc.

Bluffton University

Chamberlain Huckeriede Funeral Home

Cowan Realtors

CTL Engineering, Inc

Fierce Aesthetics

Greater Lima Region | Allen Economic Group

Hemmelgarn Benefits LLC

Honeywell, Inc.

Budget Blinds

CDW Healthcare

Dye Real Estate & Land Company

Full Spectrum Friesian Stables

Gasdorf Tool & Machine Co., Inc.

Jeffers Crane Service, Inc.

Marshall & Melhorn, LLC

S & S Volvo

The Cheap Sign Company

Shremshock Architects

Superior Credit Union

The Health Law Group, LLC

TSC Communications

Halker Drywall, Inc. HART

HCF Management

Innovative Packaging L.L.C.

Muhlenkamp Building Corporation

Perry PROtech

Peterson Construction

Proforma Add A Line

Sodexo

T&D Interiors

The Kewpee, Inc

Hylant Group

Innovative Office Solutions

Korda/Nemeth Engineering, Inc.

Miller’s Textile Services

Nelson Packaging Company

Plante Moran

Premier Bank

Rea & Associates, Inc.

Sidney Electric Company

Smith Boughan Mechanical Services

State Bank and Trust Company

Stoops Freightliner

Superior Wholesale Distributors

The Met

Trisco Systems, Inc.

University of Northwestern Ohio

Von’s Diamonds & Jewelry

Waibel Energy Systems

Your Hometown Lima Stations

Medical Protective Group

Perry Local Schools

Raabe Ford Lincoln

Reineke Family Dealerships

Shawnee Life Magazine

St John the Evangelist

Catholic Church

T.R. Chiles & Sons Laman, Inc.

Temple Christian School

The Ohio State University at Lima

Thompson Carpet Care & Restoration

TownePlace Suites by Marriott

VideoBranch, LLC

CHAMPION | $500 – $999

AKM Elite Painting

Celestron

Interior Motifs

Inversion6

Joey’s Subs

Johns Memorials

Lamar Outdoor

PATRON | $250 - $499

Bobcat of Lima

CenterPoint Energy

Citizens National Bank

Hart Hall

FRIEND | $100 - $249

Allen County Agricultural Society

Allen County Fabrication

Apollo Career Center

Chipotle Mexican Grill

Cincinnati Reds

Cincinnati Zoo

Exit 4 Escape Rooms

Five Vines Winery

DONOR | $50 - $99

Auglaize County Agricultural Society

Knippen Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

Lima Allen County Chamber of Commerce

SPIRIT

Bella Notta’s

Bellacino’s Pizza & Grinders

Chuffer’s Pizza & Drive Thru

Daryl & Daryl’s Pizza & Wings

Domino’s Pizza

Donatos Pizza

Lammardo Studios Ltd

Lima Auto Mall

Lima Drones/Scott Jordan

Photography

Moeller Brew Barn

Moose Landing Country Club

PPG Coating Services

Sarka Brothers Machine

Sharon Dairy King

Sky Zone Lima

Taylor Painting & Striping

Texas Roadhouse

The Olde Thyme Pantry LLC

Troupe Zephyr

Keystone Brand Meats

Lima Symphony Orchestra

LMH Auxiliary Gift Shop

Sei Bell Esthetics

Shawnee Ace Hardware

Upper Scioto Valley Lions Club

Westgate Entertainment Center

Whitewater Express Car Wash

Fraternal Order of Eagles # 471

Social Fund, Ladies Auxiliary

Good Food, Inc.

Layman’s Feed and Lawn

M&H Boards

Office 360

Panera Bread

Pepsi Beverages Company

Son of Brent Woodworking, LLC

Spencer’s Sugar Shop

Sycamore Lake Wine Company

Wapakoneta Athletic Club

X Treme Laundry

Eva Yarger Fine Art

Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church

Fraternal Order of Eagles Aux. 370

Padrone’s Pizza Shawnee

Papa Nick’s Pizza Hut

Shawnee Westside

We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of our reporting. If you have any questions, please contact the Lima Memorial Foundation at 419-226-5087 or lmfoundation@limamemorial.org.

LIMA MEMORIAL FOUNDATION

CAPSTONE DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

2023

The Capstone Development Committee is comprised of community leaders committed to developing and overseeing the Foundation’s fundraising strategies for businesses. The team collaborates to strengthen existing and foster new relationships with businesses throughout the greater Lima region.

Adam Rector

Chair

Russ Decker

Vice Chair

Lynn Carpenter

Chad Hughes

Kerri Romes

Scott Shutt

Cody Smith

Eric Wiechart

Ex-Officio: LaShae Burwell

Nora Fought

Lima City Board of Education

Miss Mel’s Bakery

Rosie Cheeks Bakery

Sara’s Sweets

United Church of Christ

MEDICAL STAFF DONORS 2023

Masroor

Zane W.M.

Marjorie Demund

Tilly

2023

Each year, Lima Memorial associates come together to support Living the Spirit, an associate-driven campaign focused on supporting one another and the health of our community through philanthropic gifts to the Foundation. While Living the Spirit helps Lima Memorial’s patients, programs and services, it also allows associates to lift each other up in times of need through the Associate Relief Fund. 106 ASSOCIATES SUPPORTED IN 2023 603 ASSOCIATES HELPED SINCE 2014 ESTABLISHED BY ASSOCIATES SUPPORTED BY ASSOCIATES

I have seen the positive impact of the Living the Spirit Campaign first-hand. You never know when disaster or hardship can strike, and it is comforting to know that we can pay it forward and continue to support each other.

88 Departmental Champions

$338,000 Pledged

80% Overall Participation Rate

I hope others view the campaign as a way to help someone in need and strengthen our health system.

When I learned I was nominated for the Associate Relief Fund, I started crying. I can’t believe I work with such a great group of people who care about each other.

2023 SPIRIT CHAMPION

LAUREN LAMMERS

2023 SPIRIT CHAMPION

EMILY CAPOTOSTO

2023 ASSOCIATE CHAMPION

IRYNA SLOBODZIAN

ASSOCIATE DONORS 2023

Lynn Carpenter

CORNERSTONE

Robert Armstrong

Joshua Froehlich

Christa Bauer

LaShae Burwell

Jessica Cunningham

Jodi Deubler

Shelly Elling

Brittany Abouaf

Tonya Ainsworth

Peggy Baxter

Elizabeth Bergren

Robert Brand

Matt Brown

Amanda Corcoran

Anonymous (7)

Katherine Aller

Eva Arango

Kaitlin Black

Megan A. Braun

Joy Brown

Mallory Brown

Danielle Carder

Amy Chiles

Jennifer Clark

Erica Gerten

Joyce L. Harris

PATRON | $250 - $499

Anonymous (4)

Nichole Azzarello

Patricia Baucom

Anne Baum

Angela Baxter

Michelle Blodgett

Dawn Bodine

Amanda Britton

Deana Brown

Jill Burd

Sarah Burkholder

Brandon Cady

Emily Capotosto

Jayne Caskie

Kimberly Coffman

Sherry Copeland

Aric Cox

Sharon Debouver

Lisa Deibler

Wendy Diamond

Eric Pohjala

Stacy Graymire

Joshua Hines

Meredith Foster

Tabitha Hale

Roberta Keenan

Jill Mehaffie

Cheryl Nagy

Kyle Erford

Nora Fought

Kaylyn Frisby

Ann Kleman

Gerald Manley

Joan McBride

Christina McKnight

Anna Hines

David Hipply

Christie Howard

Christie Hunter

Jeanne Hyde

Daren Johnson

Jodi Jones

Rebecca Jordan

Connie Leffel

Regan Lombardo

Savannah Mault

Kimberly McClure

Katherine Dickson

Austin Dumbaugh

Michael East

Kenyatta Fetter

Sara Freewalt

Bridget Garrow

Stephanie Grimes

Grant Hackworth

Stacia Hall

Rebecca Harmon

Nancy Hauenstein

Rhonda Henderson Laidlaw

Linda Hernandez

Kaitlynn Huff

Jack Johnson

Laura Karhoff

Teresa Kelly

Shari Kemper

Janelle Knippen

Maria Krietemeyer

Ann Marie Pohl

Jaime Quellhorst

Burlin Sherrick

Wendy Rayl

Brian Scheid

Angela Simpson

Beth Skym

James Straub

Derek Moore

Richelle Nagel

Nicholas Numbers

Anthony Rampulla

Brett Randolph

Linda Rocca

Nicole Rogers

Amanda Meyer

Lois Osting

Stacey Park

Cecelia Rain

Jordan Reineke

Alexa Reynolds

Jacob Rigali

Patricia Risner

Jodi Schaefer

Samuel Schroeder

Jason Schumacher

Nikki Lehman

Teresa Lieurance

Jacque McKean

Cathy McKee

Alexandrea Miller

Kelly Miller

Denise Myers

Tiffany Neeley

Jill Niese

Sherry Putt

Sandra Recker

Stephanie Reindel

Cora Roa

Pamela Rumbaugh

Lisa Schnipke

Kelly Selby

Zachary Senger

Kelsey Sergent

Jacob Smith

Tresa L. Smith

Jeffrey Utz

Tina Verhoff

Sandra Young

Amy Schmidt Katelyn Snyder

Kara Stephenson

Brooke Stever

Kimberly Stonehill

Tiffany Ward

Rebecca Schwarz

Tamarah Shears

Nicki Slate

Lindsey Staples

Rebecca Stocker

Michelle Thomas

Paige Wagner

Jennifer Williams

Jennie Wollf

Lindsay Snider

Brandon Spencer

Tiffany Steinmetz

Tina Townsend

Sharon Turner

Cheryl Verhoff

Kristy Vore

Angela Wallace

Anyjah Ward

James Ward

Emily West

Sara Westbrook

Bridget Wood

Kaeli Mekolites

A Gem of Hope and Determination

RUBY CASS

“IF LIMA MEMORIAL DIDN’T HAVE THAT TECHNOLOGY THAT NIGHT, I PROBABLY WOULD HAVE DIED.”

- RUBY CASS,

PATIENT

Made possible by donations from our remarkable donor community, state-of-the art cone-beam CT technology and the superDimension™ navigation system enable physicians to access the most challenging tumor locations.

In the summer of 2021, while working nightshifts at a factory, Ruby Cass would keep a small cup nearby in case she needed to cough up blood. Dealing with extreme exhaustion and severe coughing episodes, her health concerns were dismissed as effects of COVID-19. During one particular night, a coworker insisted she go to Lima Memorial and rushed her to the Emergency Center, a visit that revealed a more concerning condition. Ruby quickly received care from Dr. Jason Stienecker, Lima Memorial Pulmonologist, and underwent diagnostic testing with a cone-beam CT scan and a bronchoscopy utilizing the superDimension™ navigation system. This technology allowed for an immediate diagnosis—an airway severely obstructed by a cancerous tumor.

“Dr. Stienecker told me my airway was only as big as a coffee stir stick,” shares Ruby. “He didn’t know how I was breathing, let alone working.”

A tracheostomy performed by Dr. Stienecker that night sustained Ruby until her stoma procedure and subsequent tumor removal. Through chemotherapy, radiation, multiple cancer diagnoses and the removal of half a lung, Ruby’s faith was challenged.

“I would sit in church, saying, ‘poor me,’ because they said, ‘Cancer,’” shares Ruby. “Then God told me, ‘You’re gonna go through this, but you’re gonna go through it,’ and I knew then that I’m not gonna die. I’m gonna have to go through it, but I’m not gonna die.”

Today, Ruby moves forward with true determination and an incredible testimony, expressing gratitude for access to advanced lung cancer diagnostic technology.

Thank you to our unwavering donor community for making Ruby’s life-saving care possible.

LEAVE A LEGACY

Miner A. and Henrietta M. Atmur*

Jennie Axe*

Mary Backus*, Keith-Backus Endowment Fund

Elizabeth Baxter*

Bertha R. Beam Estate*

Bernice Boyer Trust*

Brice B. Applas, Jr.*

M. Elizabeth Chamberlin Estate*

Delbert Conn Estate*

Sylvia Conn Estate*

Worthy and Earl Crafts Trust*

Hazel Curtain*

Gladys Dauch*

Russ and Anne Decker

Dean A. DeVoe* Trust in memory of Ruth Houtzer DeVoe,* Lima Memorial Hospital School of Nursing Class of 1951

Henry and Phyllis J. Dietrich*

Abigail Easton Estate*

F. Miles Flickinger Trust*

Charles W. Fogle*

Roger L. Foust*

Vera Frankhouser Estate*

Albert E. Gale Estate*

Gregory N. Gross Estate*

THE HERITAGE SOCIETY

is comprised of individuals who have made the thoughtful decision to include the Lima Memorial Foundation in their planned giving. Their decision today will continue to advance the health of our community into the future.

Pauline Hand Estate*

Ruth Ann Hartzog*

Mary J. Heffner*

Katherine H. Herbst*

Beulah B. Hoover*

Chad A. Hughes

Roger D. Hughes Estate*

Cora B. Jones Estate*

Marie Kantner Estate*

Mildred L. Levitt Estate*

Wilbur B. and Pauline Light Estate*

Helen McDonald Estate*

Donna McDougle*

James E.* and Janice C. Meredith

Neva Montgomery Estate*

Albert Moser*

E.W. Mosier and Ethel Mosier Shook*

Elizabeth Neff Trust*

Salvatore J. Novello Estate*

Thelma Phillips*

Bernice W. Plate Estate*

Robert J. Plate Estate*

Roger and Della Rekart

Family Living Trust*

F. Miles Renninger Estate*

WHAT IS A PLANNED GIFT?

Homer Reynolds Estate*

Betty Seaton*

Charles D. Shafer*

Burlin Sherrick

Loren Stamets Estate*

Dr. and Mrs. David L. Steiner*

Ruby Stevenson Estate*

Kermit F. Stroh*

Robert L. and Judith A. Thompson*

Lynn D. Timmerman Estate*

John W. Timmermeister*

Virginia Z. Timmermeister*

Kay Timmermeister

William Timmermeister

Alnora Troyer Estate*

Ruth A. Wall

Glen C. Webb, Jr.*

Emil White Estate*

Donnabell Wirth Estate*

* Denotes deceased

A planned gift is any gift made, in lifetime or at death, as part of your overall financial and / or estate plan. The Foundation offers many creative ways to structure a planned gift through bequests, retirement plans, gift annuities, charitable trusts and other charitable gift planning structures. A planned gift can offer tax benefits while also strengthening your legacy. Individuals who make a planned gift to the Lima Memorial Foundation are recognized with membership in the Heritage Society.

If you have included the Lima Memorial Foundation in your will, trust or other planned gift or desire more information about planned giving, please contact us at lmfoundation@limamemorial.org or 419-226-5087. We would be honored to help create a plan that fulfills your personal, financial and estate planning objectives.

A LEGACY OF LOVE AND GIVING

In 2005, 83-year-old Henry Dietrich found himself nearing the end of his life. Known for his resilience in overcoming past cardiac concerns, it became evident that this time Parkinson’s disease would continue to weaken him. Despite his frailty, Henry, of sound mind, quietly requested his wife Phyllis to document his final wishes. Among these wishes was a desire to leave a legacy gift to the Lima Memorial Foundation, ensuring the sense of community, compassion and Great Care he experienced at Lima Memorial would continue long after his passing.

For Henry and Phyllis Dietrich, Lima Memorial held profound significance. Not only was it a workplace for Phyllis—a 1954 graduate of the Lima Memorial Hospital School of Nursing and a devoted volunteer—but it was also a place of healing for their family. It was where all three of their daughters were born, where their daughter Rose received cancer care and where both Henry and Phyllis confronted their own health challenges. Even more, Lima Memorial played a role as one of Henry's clients when he established Dietrich Incorporated, a commercial flooring and ceiling business.

“Our entire family has quite the history with Lima Memorial, dating back to my mom’s days in nursing school,” Deb Williams, Henry and Phyllis’s eldest daughter shares. “I still have some of the letters my parents would write back and forth to each other when Mom was in nursing school.”

The care and support Lima Memorial provided to Henry and his family through the years left an indelible mark that led to a selfless act of generosity in his final moments. Deb, reflecting on her father’s journey with Lima Memorial, shares:

“I think he knew he was failing. During those couple of days, he had time to reflect and see the people who made a difference in his life and to show his gratitude and appreciation before he passed.”

Phyllis Dietrich 1954 graduate of the Lima Memorial Hospital School of Nursing

Henry and Phyllis Dietrich

Henry & Phyllis Dietrich

Opening day celebration and rededication for Lima Memorial Hospital on May 29, 1933 in honor of the many Allen countians who served their country with distinction during WWI.