Denton Benefit League 2021

Benefit DENTON

LEAGUE CARING HELPING GIVING

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WE WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE Published by

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2021

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(Front) Elizabeth Ferring - Member-at-Large; Laura Brewer - President; Caryn Riggs - President Elect; Tanya Blixt - Fifth Vice President, Tabloid; (2nd row) Jo Ann Ballantine - Sixth Vice President, Meeting Arrangements; Codi Guthrie - Ninth Vice President, Membership Recruitment and Retention; (3rd row) Shelley Anthony - Past President; Patrice Frisby - Recording Secretary; (4th row) Ryann Reid - Seventh Vice President, Underwriting; Carrie Langford - First Vice President, Charity Ball; Maritza Cates - Third Vice President, Membership, Directory, Dues; (back) Norma Barker - Treasurer; Patti Richard - Fourth Vice President, Volunteer Services; Kimberly Crain - Eighth Vice President, Special Events and Projects; Rebecca Jackson - Second Vice President, Grant Allocations; (not pictured) Christi Moss - Tenth Vice President, Information Services.

not able to host the event this spring, our

this 2021 edition of our annual tabloid.

wonderful theme, “Mask – for – Aide,” will

It celebrates another year of service

be brought forward for spring 2022! Please

and shared commitment to the Denton

stay in touch with DBL as we celebrate first

community and also pays tribute to heroes

responders, teachers, health care workers,

in our lives.

and other heroes in the year to come!

Although this last year has been hard

In addition to the Ball, the tabloid that you are reading is our other large

on everyone, the members

fundraiser – I like to refer to

of DBL are continuing

it as “Denton’s Brag Book”

to support our local

for the year. I truly enjoy

nonprofits by volunteering at

looking at it each year

their facilities

and seeing how the kids

and events

have grown up – many

as COVID-19

of them are now tabloid sponsors with children of

guidelines allow.

their own!

We have also

Over the last 48 years,

continued fundraising

Denton Benefit League has

throughout the year. Our first annual “Fall Sip and Shop” was

granted well over $6,000,000 to

held in October at the Monroe Pearson

nonprofit organizations located north of

event center with over 30 local artisan

Lake Lewisville. This wonderful number

vendors participating. The evening was a

is because of our underwriters, tabloid

huge success, something we will build on in

sponsors, and others who support our

years to come as another way to support the community and our grants program. Be sure to watch for this event again next fall!

Traditionally, our biggest fundraiser is the annual Charity Ball. Although we were

events, together with our dedicated members, who contribute countless hours to make Denton a better place.

From the bottom of my heart – I say THANK YOU to each and every one of you!

“By working together, pooling our resources and building on our strengths, we can accomplish great things.”

-Ronald Reagan

Laura Brewer Denton Benefit League President

TA B L E O F CO N T E N T S DBL Board Members . . . . . . . 2 President’s Message . . . . . . . . 3 Underwriters . . . . . . . . . 48-49 In Remembrance . . . . . . . 50-51 Hero Stories . . . . . . . 52-54 DBL Grant Recipients . . . 56-61 DBL Members . . . . . . . . . 62-69 DBL New Members . . . . . . . 70 DBL Photographers . . . . . . . 71 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72-73

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DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE

Denton Benefit League is proud to present

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FROM THE PRESIDENT

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Caring Helping Giving •

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Denton Benefit League was founded 48 years ago by a group of outstanding and caring ladies who wanted to make the Denton County community a better place to live and work.

What started out as a small group of women has grown to over 249 members, all of whom are active volunteers in local organizations. Collectively, the members volunteer thousands of hours each year throughout the community.

Our Mission The mission of this organization shall be to raise funds for local philanthropic purposes and to promote volunteerism in the community. This organization shall be nonpolitical, nonsectarian, and nonprofit in all of its policies and activities. Visit www.DentonBenefitLeague.org for more details.

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P R E S I D E N T S P R E S E N T, PA S T, A N D F U T U R E Laura Brewer, President, Shelley Anthony, Past President, Caryn Riggs, President Elect.

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TOGETHER WE CAN

B U I L D A B E T T E R CO M M U N I T Y Volunteering in the Community For over 48 years, DBL members have donated their time, energy, and expertise to nonprofit organizations throughout the Denton area.

Last year, DBL members reported thousands of volunteer hours. In total, more than one million service hours have been contributed by members since DBL was founded in 1973.

Each active and associate member is required to contribute a minimum of 25 volunteer hours annually for community programs and services that are nonprofit, nonpolitical, and nonsectarian.

In addition to their individual volunteer efforts, members support group projects where DBL partners with local nonprofit organizations on specific volunteer opportunities.

Group projects for 2020-2021 include: • Adopt-A-Spot • Denton Arts & Jazz Festival • Denton Christian Preschool Mexican Supper • Salvation Army Angel Tree • Ann’s Haven Hospice Bereavement Luncheon • Monsignor King Outreach Center/The Junction Dinner • Denton’s Little Free Pantries

Since its founding in 1973, DBL has raised

• Become a member of DBL

and distributed over $6 million to support

• Be a Charity Ball Underwriter

community needs.

All profits from DBL’s fundraising activities are returned to the community through grants to local nonprofit organizations that are devoted to social services, arts and culture, education, or historic preservation.

The major fundraising activities include the annual Charity Ball, Charity Ball

• Attend the Charity Ball • Sponsor a photo in the Tabloid • Attend the fall fundraising event • Bid on auction items at DBL events • Purchase raffle tickets for DBL events • Attend the Spring Tea

Underwriting, and the Tabloid. The Tabloid traditionally is distributed at the Charity Ball.

This year the Tabloid is being distributed in print and digital format via the Denton Record Chronicle. Member dues cover all administrative expenses incurred by DBL. DBL has no paid staff. All work is done strictly by dedicated volunteers.

In January 2021, DBL distributed $248,093.10 to 39 local organizations.

Becoming a DBL Member Membership in DBL is open to women who live in the general vicinity of Denton, Texas, and agree to support and participate in the work of DBL. Currently there are 249 members.

DBL does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, religion, or national origin, and reaches out to women of all ages who are committed to volunteerism.

The women of DBL serve Denton by raising funds and donating time for activities that improve the quality of life in the community.

Working together, members build leadership skills, discover new volunteer opportunities, and through their combined talents, strengthen all of DBL’s endeavors.

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT BECOMING A MEMBER, VISIT THE DBL WEBSITE AT

WWW.DENTONBENEFITLEAGUE.ORG

DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE

To Support Our Activities

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Raising Funds for Community Service

8 DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL

Independent Financial is proud to continue to support the Denton Benefit League.

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IMPRESS GRAPHICS IMPress Graphics is honored to support the Denton Benefit League and the “You’re Beautiful” Campaign for their charitable activities.

FISHER59 - DENTON

The team at Fisher59 is proud to continue to serve our communities that have supported our brands since 1959.

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T H E H O N O R A B L E A N DY E A D S

Dedicated to my heroes and parents, Pauline and Lindy Harris, who have been married for 72 years and are the best parents in the world.

The Eads Family - Everett, Addison, Andy, Caroline and Ginger.

FIRST UNITED BANK

First United Bank congratulates DBL on a great year! Even through the pandemic, DBL still made a big impact.

(Front) Jami Langdon, Penelope Dallal; (middle) Maric Fulton, Sheryl Elrod, Marla Salerno, Kimberly Crain; (standing) Andrew Lee-Crittendon, Andy Braack, Jay Ross, Zach Steward, Brock McKnight, Randy Suddereth.

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ALLISON ENGINEERING

On behalf of all Allison Engineering employees, Lee Allison and Jason Faigle appreciate the support that DBL provides in the Denton community.

S T E V E N R . A L S PA C H , D D S , M S

SHELLEY & DEAN ANTHONY

Steven Alspach is delighted to recognize DBL grant recipient Explorium - Denton Children’s Museum and all that it has to offer.

Shelley and Dean appreciate the educational opportunities that Denton Christian Preschool provides for children in the Denton community.

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ARTISTIC GOURMET ADVENTURES - WALTER & KIM EAGLETON

Courtney and Dustin Adams, along with their son August and daughter Parker, are happy to support DBL and the local community.

Owners Kim and Walter and assistant/host Glenda Lemmons send greetings from France as international travel resumes and congratulate DBL on a job well done.

LY N N E R . B A R G A , P H D .

C BAR T PROPERTIES

Helping you to recognize your gifts and transform life’s obstacles into assets, following the tradition of DBL.

Vada Bree Crider, daughter of Jordan and Megan Crider, great-grandaughter of Oleta Trapp, and grandaughter of Terry and Marty Crider.

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THE M GROUP

Bill Merritt and other members of The M Group would like to thank DBL for its commitment to our community and for another great year of helping people! A special thanks goes to Bill’s sister, Melinda Merritt King, who is a third generation DBL member and past president.

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Standing strong with the DHS players of the 2020 football team are AccessBank teammates Shelby Woods, Mikayla Woods, Michael Page, Reid Sanders, Daric Parent, Jack Patton, Stephanie Carrington, Weston Thaggard, Brady Anderson, Debbie Crumb, Licett Almaraz, and Michelle Houston.

E B B Y H A L L I D AY R E A LT O R S , D E N T O N

Congratulations to DBL for another great year. We are especially proud of Laura Brewer serving as DBL President 2020-2021.

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G O O D S A M A R I TA N S O C I E T Y - D E N T O N C O M M U N I T I E S

Life at Good Samaritan Society - Denton Communities looked a bit different in 2020, but we are thankful for all the support that the Denton Benefit League provided. 2020 brought a new wheelchair accessible van, outdoor picnics, parades, and masked gatherings within our community walls.

EHRHART’S JEWELERS

TERRI & RON GUTHRIE

Annette Ehrhart, owner, and Ashley Staples, store manager, proudly celebrate over 45 years in business and support of the Denton Benefit League.

Congratulations Captain Ron Guthrie on your retirement with Delta Air Lines and for flying people around the world safely for 33 years!

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Dezrick and his parents, Jacob & Cacey Maich, are excited to represent Merki & Associates in congratulating DBL on another successful year.

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SUZANNE FICKEY

BRINDA & JERRY HACKLER

Jules and Zac Lawson are Sue’s adorable grandchildren.

Sue supports the Denton Benefit League.

Jerry, Brinda, Haley, and Alex Hackler appreciate the valuable work of DBL and the nonprofit organizations in the community.

DEHART CHIROPRACTIC

DEHART CHIROPRACTIC

Hayden, Haleigh, and Blake are the grandchildren of Sue Nelle and Blake DeHart.

Haleigh Hurst, daughter of Sara and Troy Hurst, holds the national title of Miss High School America.

18 DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA, CHAPTER 920

Vietnam Veterans of 2021 are proud to continue to serve Denton county. (Front) Dan Washburn, “Robbie” Garrold Roberts, Jerry Anderson; (back) Eric Harman, Sharon Balsley.

STEVE’S WINE BAR

Steve’s Wine Bar proudly joins the many generous members of the Denton community who support the vital work of DBL. Through volunteering and fundraising, DBL helps those in need. Karen and Steve salute all who seek to serve.

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C A R O L & W AY N E R O G E R S

Our Daily Bread and Monsignor King Outreach Center combined forces in 2020 to serve Denton’s most vulnerable populations. Through the combined efforts of devoted employees, volunteers, and the city of Denton, 175,000+ meals were provided, 183 people were sheltered, and 88 of our homeless moved into permanent housing.

JOHN O’DONNELL & MARIE SNIDER

John and Marie appreciate all that DBL grant recipient Serve Denton does for the Denton community.

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N O R T H T E X A S C E LT I C F U T B O L C L U B

The Gregory and Richter families appreciate the great work done by DBL in support of our community.

NTX Celtic Futbol Club proudly supports Denton Benefit League. We are so appreciative of all the work they do for our community!

JT CLOTHIERS

Thank you to JT Clothiers for supporting the American Cancer Society and the “You’re Beautiful” Luncheon and Style Show for eighteen years as our retail sponsor. Modeling the clothes for the 2021 event are cancer survivors Marilyn Barnett and John Baines.

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T E X A S H E A LT H P R E S B Y T E R I A N H O S P I TA L - D E N T O N

As we recognize our 2020 employees for their dedication and commitment to improving the health of the people in the communities we serve, we also honor Denton Benefit League for their continuing commitment.

(Photography courtesy of Tom Judd)

22 DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE BILL DEBERRY FUNERAL DIRECTORS

Bill, Andrew, and Justin DeBerry at Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors proudly support the Denton Benefit League.

REBECCA JACKSON

Emily and Audrey Lamb, nieces of DBL member Rebecca Jackson, look forward to joining DBL one day to support the Denton community.

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MYRA CROWNOVER

Myra Crownover and Terral Smith applaud the Denton Benefit League for years of service to our community.

M I N O R & J E S T E R , P. C .

Minor & Jester, P.C., Attorneys & Counselors, celebrate the good works of Denton Benefit League. Minor & Jester partner Chris Henry is shown with wife Meghan, daughter Olivia, and introducing son Liam!

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T H E d e O L I V E I R A FA M I LY

Bella Nail Bar of Unicorn Lake appreciates the hard work of the Denton Benefit League members.

The de Oliveira family commends DBL for accomplishing its mission of caring. Jude 1:22 “And of some have compassion, making a difference.”

GOHLKE POOLS

W E N DY M A RT I N E Z

Gohlke Pools commends the Denton Benefit League for its continuous efforts to impact our community.

Wendy and her sons are grateful for the work of DBL.

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LUX CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. Andy Lux, along with his wife Melissa and sons Austin, Ben, and Christian, are grateful to DBL for being the SPINE of Denton!

R E I D H E AT I N G & A I R

Owners Linda and Randy DeGraffenreid treasure the time they have with their grandchildren, Ryder Payne Wilkerson, Scarlett Reid Teague, and Haley Elizabeth Wilkerson. The DeGraffenreid family appreciates the valuable work of DBL.

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East Oak Angeline’s family photo!

C O L E M A N L AW F I R M

CLASSIC CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE MAZDA

The Coleman Law Firm wishes to congratulate Benjamin Coleman and the Denton High School Class of 2021!

Henry and Sammy Johnson are grandsons of Karen and Rick Wick, general manager of Classic Chrysler Jeep Dodge Mazda.

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N T X A E S T H E T I C S M E D I C A L S PA

Kristie Brooks and our entire team are excited to be of service to DBL and the Denton community!

28 DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE THE CROUCH GROUP

The Crouch Group thanks Serve Denton for their contributions to the Denton community and for their leadership in caring for people so they can find help in time of need.

M AY O R G E R A R D H U D S P E T H

L A N E R E A L E S TAT E

I am honored to serve as the Mayor of Denton. Thank you, DBL, from Olalla (O-lie-ya), Gerard, Alice, and Diane Hudspeth.

Eddie Lane enjoys his grandchildren, Maylin and Saige Soell, along with Hutch, Bose, Penny, and Tobin Lane.

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FRENCHY’S LAWN & TREE SERVICE - TERI & FRENCHY RHEAULT

L E A H A M I LT O N

Frenchy and wife Teri, a proud DBL member, celebrate DBL’s accomplishments. They also appreciate 36 years of community support for their business.

Christie A. Wood, president of Artists Enclave of Denton County, stands next to her favorite public art: “Pops” Carter glass sculpture.

DENTON COUNTRY CLUB

. . . still the best kept secret in Denton County. Kristen Hollinger, Lindsey Martin, Chef Rick Neal, Travis East, Guy Sanders, Hannah Corral, Lindsey Kirby (not pictured: Jonathan Castan, Willie Wallace)

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U N T AT H L E T I C S - C H A M P I O N S H I P T E A M 2 0 1 9 - 2 0 2 0

Director Brad Speck and actors Melissa Sims and Sharon Barnhill will welcome back audiences this summer with a production of Always. . .Patsy Cline.

The Mean Green applaud the great work in the community by DBL. Together, we build champions and prepare leaders.

R E D D O O R O P E R AT I O N S

The help that DBL grant recipient Denton Community Food Center provides for those in need, especially during the pandemic, is greatly appreciated by Red Door Operations and the King family.

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D R . R I C K & LOYC E W I L S O N

“These are a few of our favorite things!” Dr. Rick and Loyce Wilson applaud the successes of DBL.

EDENE & CHARLES RIGGS

C A R Y N & C L AY R I G G S

Edene and Charles congratulate their grandson, Taylor Riggs, upon his graduation from Oklahoma State University this spring. Taylor is the son of Caryn and Clay Riggs.

Caryn and Clay Riggs celebrate their son, Taylor, on his graduation from Oklahoma State University and DBL on another succesful year!

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The credit union proudly supports the Denton Benefit League. Officers are (standing) President/CEO, Glen McKenzie and EVP-Chief Operations Officer, Jon Madsen; (seated) EVP-Chief Technology Officer, James Henderson, and EVP-Chief Financial Officer, Melanie Vest.

LIMERICK PROPERTY MANAGEMENT LLC

MEADOR’S NURSERY

The Denton community truly has the luck of the Irish with the excellent work of DBL.

Think outside the boxwood this spring. The Meador’s crew appreciates DBL and its work in our community.

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B E T H & B I L L PAT T E R S O N , D E N TO N M E D I A CO M PA N Y

DARLENE & MICHAEL WHITTEN

Georgia and Mollie Springer, granddaughters of Beth and Bill, love to spend time together and are giddy about Denton Benefit League’s success!

Darlene Whitten with son Scott and two of his daughters, Olivia (14) and Amelia (8).

JACKIE & GREG JACKSON

Eli and Owen join their grandparents in thanking DBL for its continuing commitment to our community through volunteerism and grant support.

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W I L L I A M S & W I L L I A M S R E A LT O R S , L L C

S T I C K E R S TAT I O N X -T R A L U B E

Virginia and W.E. “Ed” Williams Jr. proudly support their grandsons W.E. “Cort” and Knox Williams as well as DBL for its community service.

Stella, Mila, and Jak, grandchildren of John Whaley of the Sticker Station X-tra Lube, support DBL.

SMITTY’S FLOOR COVERING

DR. NORMAN POMERANCE

Kamdyn Lane Rogers is the son of Lane and Emery Rogers and the great-grandson of Alvin and Darlene Rogers.

Dr. Norm and Dana Pomerance congratulate the Denton Benefit League on another year of outstanding support of our community.

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CACDC acknowledges DBL for its generous support of its Denton office located at the Serve Denton campus. The Center appreciates the dedication of our partners in fighting for safety, justice, and healing for victims of child abuse.

S O U T H E R N S T R E T C H F O R M I N G - PA M & D AV I D A R T H U R

Pam and David Arthur present their daughter and son-in-law, Ashley and Chase Stauffer, and applaud the work of DBL in our community.

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VELOCITY PHYSICAL THERAPY

Saige and Maylin Soell are the daughters of Maegan and Doug Soell.

CAROL S. ROWLEY

L I N D A & J I M M C N AT T

Many thanks to all essential workers in Denton County.

Your heroic work is greatly appreciated!

Find your purrfect match at the Linda McNatt Animal Care and Adoption Center! These charming kittens and other pets need loving homes.

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D A R I E N O R R , E B B Y H A L L I D AY R E A LT O R S

Kyle congratulates DBL for another successful year.

Bill and Darien toast all our Denton heroes!

JAMIE & JEFF MCCORMICK

The entire McCormick family congratulates DBL for its great work in Denton County. Josh, Kandace and Ollie, Jeff and Jamie, Jacob, Carey, and Layton.

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K O O N S F U L L E R FA M I LY L A W

Law firm members Regan Donnenfield, Jonathan Bailey, Sean Abeyta, Charla Bradshaw, and James Logue thank DBL for supporting the Denton community.

K AT R I N I A M C B R I D E D . D . S .

P R O P E R T Y S E A R C H A S S O C I AT E S

Dr. McBride at Krum Dental Associates is proud to support the mission of DBL.

The Bomar family is DBL proud and supports another year of amazing work!

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Marilyn Wiley and Terry Skantz are proud to support the Denton Benefit League in memory of her mother, Kathie Wiley, (shown with her husband Ray), who believed in the importance of giving back to your community.

STEPPING STONES

J O H N & D I A N E ( D U N C A N ) M AY E R

The quilt is a work in progress by Stepping Stones, an activity peer support program for persons with dementia and their care partners.

#somethingblue - DBL member Diane Duncan Mayer and husband John are celebrating the May marriage of daughter Madeline Marie and Nathan Robert Blue!

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K I M B E R LY K A R L & S TA N H A D D O C K

PAT R I C E & J A C K F R I S B Y

Kimberly and her daughter, Lisa D’Long, stand together to support many worthy causes.

Joseph Frisby attends and plays baseball for Ranger College and will receive his second Associates Degree in May 2021.

UNLIMITED CARE OF NORTH TEXAS

Owners Linda and Randy DeGraffenreid and their newest grandchild, Scarlett Reid Teague, along with Scarlett’s fur babies, Suri and Roscoe, are honored to support the Denton Benefit League. Thanks for all you do for Denton!

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JUNE BERRY

Sam and Jim appreciate the care that DBL grant recipient Kiwanis Children’s Clinic provides for the children of Denton.

Emalyn Grace, daughter of Erin and Eric Trahan, granddaughter of Phyllis and Bob Eames, and greatgranddaughter of June and the late Wilkes Berry.

R O B , K I M , & E V E LY N S E AY

Rob, Kim, and Evelyn Seay congratulate the UNT Rotaract Club on its many service successes and accomplishments in both the Denton and international communities. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Denton, Rotaractors work side by side with all three of the Denton area Rotary Clubs to take action through service.

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STOCKER WOODS FINANCIAL

The Woods family of Stocker Woods Financial wishes DBL another successful year! Dorothy, Rachel, Megan, and Mike Woods.

L A U R A & L AY N E B R E W E R

TA N YA & J O E L B L I X T

Laura and Layne say thank you to the 2020-2021 DBL Board of Directors for a job well done!

RSVP gives seniors a purpose through volunteering.

And just like DBL volunteers, they provide Denton with expertise and heart.

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United Way of Denton County proudly salutes DBL. The UWDC Executive Committe includes (top) Greg Sawko, Brandon McCleskey, Finley Graves, Mary Curtis; (middle) Pat Sherman, Gary Henderson, Micah Tannery-Pazoureck, Ann Pomykal; (bottom): Laura Behrens, Mike Thomson, Sharon Garrett, Ellen M. Painter.

SERVE DENTON

LY N N & C H A R L I E D AV I S

Serve Denton thanks our partner agencies for their contributions to the Denton community and for their leadership in caring for people every day.

Enjoying sun and fun on the beach in Florida are Carter (5), Harris (9), and Grayson (5), grandchildren of Lynn and Charlie Davis.

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CARRIE & LEE LANGFORD

T H E B R I G G S FA M I LY

Congratulations to Madison Langford for making the 2020 Dean’s List at LeTourneau University. Next goal, The President’s List in the spring!

The Briggs family appreciates the valuable work of DBL and nonprofit organizations in the community.

SCOTT BROWN GROUP

Grandchildren of Shari and Scott Brown are Blakely and Bentley, daughter and son of Kristin and Garret Ashworth, and Reagan and Leighton, daughters of Paige and Bailee Brown, and Everest, son of Kelly and Rylee Brown.

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C AT H Y B R Y C E & J A C K AT K I N S

We will be as successful as DBL in helping Denton become a better place to live for those suffering with dementia and Alzheimer’s.

Cathy Bryce and Jack Atkins and their grandchildren celebrate another great year for DBL.

POINTBANK

PointBank congratulates Sandra and Randy Robinson, recipients of the prestigious Denton Chamber of Commerce Otis Fowler Award! We celebrate this acknowledgement of Randy and Sandra’s tireless commitment to nurturing the growth of Denton, Texas. Congratulations!

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G R E E N VA L L E Y S C H O O L H I S T O R I C A L S O C I E T Y

(Front) Dan Washburn, Lena Pennington, Jerry Anderson, Robin Meyer; (back) Mike Ward, Leo Perez, Ron Swain, Hal Reed, Alan Lessard. Gary Raines is not pictured.

“Each one of us can make a difference.

Together we make change” -Barbara Mikulski

M A R I T Z A & C A R Y C AT E S

The Cates family is proud to support DBL and the Denton community.

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Denton Benefit League UNDERWRITERS 2021

P L AT I N U M Independent Financial

DIAMOND DATCU

The Newman Foundation

J.T. Clothiers – Nancy and James Tritt

University of North Texas – Office of the President, Dr. Neal and Debbie Smatresk

GOLD Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors The Crouch Group First United Bank

IMPress Graphics

Carmen and Virgil Strange

James Wood AutoPark, Inc.

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital – Denton

John O’Donnell and Marie Snider

Stocker Woods Financial

S I LV E R Baker Tankhead, Inc. - Sherrie and Austin Baker Classic Chrysler Jeep Dodge Mazda

Fisher59 – Denton Sharon Harris Draper Linda and Jim McNatt

Beth and Bill Patterson – Denton Media Company PointBank UNT Athletics

AccessBank Texas

Lynne and Steve Edgar

Margaret (Sam) and James C. Bays

Gail and Finley Graves

Dr. Andrew and Cathy Blankenau Laura and Layne Brewer Maritza and Cary Cates The Honorable Myra Crownover

Sylvia and Jim Hobdy Irwin Realty Group – Marla and Craig Irwin Rebecca Jackson The Lacey Foundation The M Group

Marshall Precision Machining, Inc. Kathy and Charlie Parker Red Door Operations Drs. Patti Richard and John Booth Sawko & Burroughs, P.C. Dr. Jean B. Schaake Southern Stretch Forming – Pam and David Arthur

SPECIAL FRIENDS Julie and David Anderson Shelley and Dean Anthony June M. Berry Roni and John Beasley Cathy Bryce and Jack Atkins

Phillip Gallivan In Memory of Diane Gallivan Martha and Carroll Goen Sheryl Goodson GP Cates Family Charitable Fund – In Honor of

Kyle Nayfa - Edward Jones Vicki and Brad Olson Dr. Norman Pomerance Ryann Reid RKC Construction, LLC

Linda and Lawrence Burton

Maritza Cates

Carol and David Rowley

Kim and Charlie Collins

Delaney and Mike Gregory

Rob, Kim, and Evelyn Seay

Deborah Cottle

Hayes, Berry, White &

Carly and Clay Simmons

Vanzant, LLP

Teri and Dick Smith

Sybil and Don Hickey

Kayla Swenson

Kimberly Karl and Stan Haddock

Debbie and David Vanderlaan

Mary Ann McDuff

Vickie Moore Watson, CPA, LLC

Minor & Jester, PC

Virginia & W.E. “Ed” Williams, Jr.

Nancy Murphy-Chadwick and

- REALTORS, LLC

Douglas Chadwick

Terri and Bill Wood

Delva and Marc Culp Dr. Glenisson and Lisa de Oliveira Debra and Ron Drayovitch Diana and Paul Dunklau Elizabeth and Reid Ferring First State Bank Patrice and Jack Frisby

Murray Media Group - Kelly and Scott Murray

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In Remembrance

ELINOR HEDRICK CALDWELL With affection, admiration, and gratitude, the members of the Denton Benefit League remember the late Elinor Hedrick Caldwell, a charter member and our president in 1978-79.

With admiration and gratitude, the members of DBL remember the late Pat Heath, a charter member.

DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE

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Honoring Our

HEROES My heroes are cowboys. These three cowboys have made it their mission to assure that the youth of Denton County will carry on the legacy of western heritage, livestock shows, and agriculture for years to come.

Glenn Carlton, (top left) executive director of North Texas Fair and Rodeo, spends long days and nights, not only in August at the fairgrounds, but any time there is an event on the grounds that includes kids and agriculture.

Mark Foster (top right) has never turned down a request to donate buckets, brushes, boots, or whatever was needed to help the kids in FFA, FHA or DCLA. Mark has been on the North Texas Fair and Rodeo Board for many years and every August you will see him out there volunteering wherever needed to make sure the kids have great livestock shows and rodeos.

Weldon Burgoon (bottom) was always one to share his stories about the horses, western artifacts, and all things Denton, while sitting behind the leather workbench at Weldon’s Western Store.

He could be found at the youth barns during the livestock shows giving advice and encouragement to all.

These three cowboys are making sure that Denton County’s western heritage will be remembered for generations to come.

Honored by Laura Brewer

Jason Webb 1989-2020 Jason Webb, the beloved nephew of Kim and Charlie Collins and treasured cousin to Ashley and Miles Collins, served his country in the U.S. Air Force from 2010-2014. He was a Senior Airman at Malmstrom Air Force Base in Great Falls, Montana. His job duties included Security Response Leader and Tactical Response Force.

Upon leaving the Air Force, he went on to service on the civilian side as Wing Safety. Jason was tragically killed by a drunk driver on October 28, 2020. He leaves behind his wife, four children, parents, sister, and an extended family who loved him dearly.

Honored by Kim and Charlie Collins

• Navy reserve hospital corpsman for eight years with a U.S. Marine Corps unit. • Air National Guard flight medic and flight nurse for 23 years. • Deployments include Somalia, Kyrgyzstan, Germany, and Qatar. • Stateside deployments include Andrews AFB and Hurricane Katrina. • Achieved the rank of Staff Sergeant as enlisted and Major as an officer. • Received numerous awards and completed his final years in the reserves as a chaplain assistant.

John Mark Benson (top right) U.S. Army, Active Duty from 2005-11 • Basic training at Fort Jackson, SC. • Served as a UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter mechanic, crew chief, and flight instructor. • Assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division, 2nd Battalion, 82nd Aviation Regiment Stationed at Fort Bragg, NC. • Deployed to Afghanistan as part of Operation Enduring Freedom from 2007-08 and 2009-10. • Achieved the rank of Sergeant/E-5.

Shum Benson (bottom right) U.S. Army • One Station Unit Training at Fort Leonard Wood, MO, in 2015. • Stationed at Fort Bliss in El Paso, TX, from 2015-20. • Deployments include Germany and South Korea. • Currently stationed at Fort Polk, LA, as sergeant in the 204th Military Police Company, part of the 519th Military Police Battalion.

Honored by Jo Ann Ballantine and Lisa Patterson

Joe Benson (left) U.S. Army, Active Duty from 1944-46 • Drafted into military service in 1944 to serve during WWII. • Basic training was at Camp Blanding in Northeast Florida.

• Served six months as an infantryman in Luzon, Philippines.

• Spent twelve months in Kyoto during the occupation of Japan.

Roy Busby (right) U.S. Army, Active and Reserve, 1959-63 • Drafted after college graduation.

• Basic training 1st Infantry Division, Big Red One, Ft. Riley, KS. • Assigned to Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, AL during early stages of the U.S. Space program.

• Served two-year reserve duty as corporal specialist.

• Used GI Bill for Ph.D. in Business Administration, The University of Oklahoma.

Honored by Jo Ann Ballantine and Lisa Patterson

H N TOORNI N BGE N O EU FRI TH E RA OG EU S E DO EN LE

2013 • Recruit training at Millington Navy Base in Memphis, TN.

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Doug Benson (left) Active and Reserve Duty 1971-76 and 1986-

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Captain Phil Shamel My hero lays in a bed beside me.

He is still and motionless. Tears are forming as I remember the love I have for him and all he has done for me.

To know him is to love him, and to strive to be as wonderful as he is. He never met a stranger and always aimed to save a soul. He put Jesus first in all things.

His many friends call him Captain, he is someone you will never forget. He soared with the eagles.

He was contagiously happy and courteous at all times.

Unconditional love is how he lived his life.

He taught me everything I know and was a perfect example of how to live and love. My heart is broken but I wouldn’t trade a moment of the anguish to not have known him.

He is a top gun in the Navy, a Purple Heart recipient, and an American hero. He is my friend, my teacher, my protector, my mentor, my heart, and best of all my Dad! He finally has his own wings and Heaven is blessed with his beautiful soul. God speed Dad, I love you! This world will never be the same.

Honored by Tanya and Joel Blixt

Jackie Shamel What do you do when you are stuck at home in a pandemic? You work to help your community! Jackie Shamel began making masks early in the spring of 2020. She made and donated over 400 masks to healthcare workers, RSVP Volunteers, Women To Women clients, office workers, and the members of the Denton Noon Kiwanis Club. She even made headbands with buttons for the mask straps to wear a mask comfortably without hurting your ears.

Jackie Shamel is a Denton hero because she kept many safe from the virus (for free)! Thank you for your talent and compassion!

Honored by Tanya and Joel Blixt

Heathor (Shamel) Flynn Heathor (Shamel) Flynn doesn’t run! Shortly after 911 she volunteered to massage the rescuers at the site of the Twin Towers. She had recently graduated from college and attained her massage therapist certification before the tragedy. Instead of sitting back safe at home, she volunteered to give much needed massages to the rescuers. Heathor gave over 50 massages in only nine days before the air at the site caused health issues. She is an American hero who stood up and helped during a travesty that rocked our nation. Thank you Heathor for your courage and strength; we admire you!

Honored by Tanya and Joel Blixt

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Denton Benefit League 2020-2021 GRANTS A MERIC AN LEGI ON , POS T 71 D ENTO N

Registration for one boy to attend Boys State and one girl to attend Girls State including medals and certificate frames.

A RT ISTS ENC LAV E OF D ENTO N CO UNTY

Technology purchase of a MacBook to support the organizational operations and exhibits. artistsenclavedenton.com BLUE SKY T HERA PE U TI C R I DI N G & R ESPIT E

Purchase of software and hardware to support the retail store operated by clients with special needs. blueskytexas.org BO RN 2 BE T HERAPE U TI C EQ UEST RIAN C EN TE R

Rider lessons, therapy horse vaccinations and mounting block. born2betec.org C ASA O F D ENTON COU N TY

Audio visual equipment for new training center. casadenton.org C H ILD REN’S ADVOCACY CE N TE R O F D ENTO N COU N TY

Soundproofing along forensic interview and therapy corridors. cacnorthtexas.org COM M UNIT IES I N S CH OOL S O F NO RT H T X

Fifteen steel storage cabinets to store and secure food and other supplies to be distributed to case-managed students. cisnt.org C U M BERLAND PR E S BYTE R I AN C H ILD REN’S HOME

Two new HVAC system replacments in Family Residential Program duplex. cpch.org D ENTO N C IT Y COU N TY DAY S CH OOL

Two Samsung tablets and cases. dccdf.org D ENTO N CO M MU N I TY FOOD C E NT ER, INC .

Food purchases for community distribution. dentoncfc.org

DE NTO N CO MMUNITY THE ATRE

F IRS T RE F UG E M I N I S T R I ES

Sound equipment and microphones to meet FCC requirements. dentoncfc.org

Food pantry equipment. firstrefugeministries.org

DE NTO N CO UNTY F RIE ND S OF THE FA MILY

G O O D SA MA RITA N S OCI ET Y - L A K E FO RE ST V I LLAGE

Fifteen Transitional Household Starter Kits for displaced families. dcfof.org

TOTAL GRANTS DISTRIBUTED 2020-2021

$248,093.10 TOTAL DBL GRANTS DISTRIBUTED SINCE 1974

$6,130,819.31

Two refurbished golf carts to support onsite senior care. good-sam.com/locations/lake-forest-village G O O DW IL L IND U S T R I ES O F F T. WO RTH

Job training tuition assistance and transportation passes within Denton. goodwillfortworth.org G RAC E L IK E RA IN

Technology purchase of staff laptops, monitors, and keyboards. gracelikerainministries.org G RE ATE R D E NTO N A RTS COU N CI L

Technology purchase for staff and visitors including desktops, monitors, and iPad. dentonarts.com G RE E N VA L L E Y S CH OOL HISTO RIC A L SO C I ET Y

Commercial vacuum cleaner and bags. greenvalleyshs.com HE A LTH SE RV IC E S OF N ORT H T EXA S

DE NTO N CO UNTY MHMR C E NTE R

Client bus passes and hotel stays. dentonmhmr.org DE NTO N F E STIVA L FO UNDATIO N

Sound equipment rental for Arts and Jazz festival. dentonjazzfest.com DE NTO N PA RK S FO UNDATIO N

Denton Women’s Interracial Fellowship Memorial public art installation. dentonparksfoundation.com DE NTO N PUBL IC L IBRA RY

Young readers initiative - 1,000 Books before Kindergarten. library.cityofdenton.com E X PLO RIUM - D E NTO N CHIL D RE N’ S MUSE UM

Portable sinks, sanitizer, facemasks, and hands-free water bottle refill station. exploriumdenton.org

Two EKG machines, carts, thermal paper, and electrodes. healthservicesntx.org HE A RTS FO R HOM ES

Fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, grab bars, tub-shower conversions, wheelchair ramps, water heaters, and ADA toilets for senior housing. heartsforhomes.org INTE RFA ITH MIN I S T R I ES

Replacement printer/copier. ifmdenton.org K IWA NIS C HIL D R EN ’ S CLI N I C

Medical and dental procedures, prescriptions, and glasses for patients. dentonkiwanisclub.org ME A L S O N W HE E LS OF DEN TON CO UNTY

Food cost toward 6,500 meals. mowdc.org

R A N C H HAND S RESCU E

Play therapy equipment to support onsite therapy sessions. ranchhandsrescue.com SA LVAT IO N ARM Y OF DE N TON

Bathroom and kitchen repairs of shelter. salvationarmyntx.org/north-texas/denton S E RV E D ENTO N

Three heavy-duty glass security doors at the Serve Denton office supporting multiple agencies. servedenton.org

Distribution of feminine hygiene products to local agencies. shesupply.org S OLU T IO NS O F NO RTH TE X A S

UNIV E RSITY O F NO RT H T EXA S (PUSH)

Books and supplies to support former foster care students. studentaffairs.unt.edu/push

Six-month supply of drug tests and Breathalyzer tips as well as 52 twin mattresses. sontx.org

V ISUA L A RTS SO C IE T Y OF T X ( VA S T )

TE XAS WO MA N’ S UNIV E RSITY FOU N DATIO N

Five hundred KN96 masks, 250 medical gowns, 1,600 medical gloves. vnatexas.org

Books and supplies to support former foster care students. pof.twu.edu U N I TED WAY O F D E NTO N CO UNTY

Sixty licenses for the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) database shared across multiple Denton County agencies. unitedwaydenton.org

Camcorder, tripod, and light kit for exhibitions.

V NA A NN’ S HAV E N H OS P I CE

DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE GRANTS

Technology purchase of staff laptops and monitors. odisinc.org

S H E S U PPLY

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O P E NING D O O RS INTE R N ATI ON AL S E RV I CES, INC .

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Denton Benefit League 2020-2021 GRANTS

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NAME/BUSINESS

How to Apply for a DBL Grant DBL accepts grant applications from August through September each year. Award notifications are sent in mid-November.

Information about the application process is available on the DBL website. The Grant Policy defines qualifications, requirements, types of grants available, and application procedures. Grant information sessions are held to assist applicants with the process.

Denton Benefit League | www.DentonBenefitLeague.org | a 501(c)(3) organization

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NAME/BUSINESS

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CONGRATULATIONS TO THESE 2021 DBL GRANT RECIPIENTS!

BLUE SKY THERAPEUTIC RIDING AND RESPITE Blue Sky provides weekly individual therapeutic horseback riding lessons in a structured learning environment to citizens with special needs. They also hold community group activities for children and adults with special needs where attendees can create artwork, learn gardening skills, woodworking, and other entrepreneurial activities.

CUMBERLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHILDREN’S HOME Cumberland Presbyterian Children’s Home received their first DBL Grant in 1976, the third year DBL distributed grants. We are proud of the long history of supporting the work of Cumberland Presbyterian Children’s Home as they focus on keeping kids safe and families together while striving to break the cycles of trauma, neglect, abuse, abandonment, family violence, and poverty in our community.

COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF NORTH TEXAS DBL is proud to have supported Communities in Schools of North Texas at various times during the past 20 years. Their mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and to achieve in life.

DENTON CITY COUNTY DAY SCHOOL DBL first awarded a grant to Denton City County Day School in 1980 and we are proud to have supported them in some years since that time. Denton City County Day School’s mission is to support a diverse, multicultural population of pre-kindergarten children and their families in Denton County by providing quality affordable childcare and early childhood education. Special emphasis and attention are placed on serving children from low to middleincome families.

DENTON PARKS FOUNDATION The Denton Parks Foundation works to engage the Denton community to enhance the Parks and Rec Department’s mission to UNITE, GROW, and PLAY. DBL first supported the Denton Parks Foundation in 1993 with a grant award. This year’s grant will be used to help develop a signature public art piece and monument honoring the legacy of the Denton Women’s Interracial Fellowship (DWIF). The DWIF was a fierce group of black and white women who, through fellowship, passion, and determination, helped integrate the Denton community during the 1960s. Their civic and community engagement demonstrated the power of community in overcoming social injustice.

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OPENING DOORS INTERNATIONAL SERVICES DENTON PUBLIC LIBRARY

DBL is excited to connect with this organization, which has a mission to provide a sense of decency and cleanliness to women in need. She Supply works with community-based nonprofits to supply feminine hygiene products and underwear on an ongoing basis to fill gaps where their resources lack.

The Denton Public Library is one of DBL’s oldest supported organizations; they received their first DBL grant in 1975, just 2 years after DBL’s founding.

The Denton Public Library strives to transform lives, strengthen our community, and inspire imagination.

Opening Doors International Services is committed to supporting families and protecting youth by offering humanitarian and immigration legal services in a safe, hospitable environment. Opening Doors International Services received their first DBL grant in 2012.

UNITED WAY OF DENTON COUNTY

GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF FORT WORTH

United Way empowers donors, volunteers, businesses, governments, nonprofits, and community groups to invest in neighbors for a better community.

Goodwill Industries first DBL grant was awarded only last year. Goodwill Industries’ mission is to empower people with disabilities, disadvantages, and other barriers to employment so that they may achieve maximum independence.

“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much” ~ Helen Keller

DBL GRANT RECIPIENTS

SHE SUPPLY

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Denton Benefit League MEMB ERS

Carissa Acker

Nicole Adamson

Betty Alford

Krystal Alvarado

Harlene Anderson

Shelley Anthony

Geri Aschenbrenner

Kristin Asis

Barbara Ball

Jo Ann Ballantine

Courtney Banatoski

Lynne Barga

Alicia Barker

Norma Barker

Margaret (Sam) Bays

Jill Beadle

Roni Beasley

June Berry

Cathy Blankenau

Tanya Blixt

Gwen Borders

Jayne Boston

Chrysandra Bowen

Candy Bowens

Kristin Sha Boyd

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Keely Briggs

Tracy Briley

Gina Brock

Carol Brown

Shannon Bryan

Cathy Bryce

Alisa Buchanan

Annie Burroughs

Linda Burton

Peggy Capps

Pat Caruthers

Maritza Cates

Beth Caudill

Ashley Collins

Kim Collins

Kimberly Crain

Diane Crew

Ruby Crouch

Myra Crownover

Ethel Davidge

Katy Dawson

Lisa de Oliveira

Linda DeGraffenreid

Mary Denny

Sharon Harris Draper

Debra Drayovitch

Marta Dudowicz

Rhonda Duggan

Diana Dunklau

DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE MEMBERS

Laura Brewer

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Denton Benefit League MEMB ERS

Shirley Dye

Mary Earp

Lynne Edgar

Georgina Edgington

Kelly Fein

Carolyn Ferguson

Savannah Ferguson

Elizabeth Ferring

Suzanne Fickey

Elizabeth Floyd

Brittany Foster

Susan Friday

Patrice Frisby

Jenifer Fuller

Laura Gentry

Carolyn Gold

Sheryl Goodson

Gail Graves

Delaney Gregory

Heather Grein

Rosemary Grose

Codi Guthrie

Terri Guthrie

Emma Guzman Ramon

Brinda Hackler

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Lea Hamilton

Renee Hassel

Sybil Hickey

Tobi Hickey

Sylvia Hobdy

Bunny Hodges

Lybeth Hodges

Jayne Howell

Kate Hudson

Sue Hundt

Laurea Irving

Jackie Jackson

Rebecca Jackson

Jill Jester

Pete Kamp

Kimberly Karl

Phyllis Kessel

Erin Key

Melinda King

Nancy King

Sheryl Kiser

Mary Ann Kitchens

Carrie Langford

Olivia Lilley

Melissa Lux

Chrissy Mallouf

Sandra Mann

Brittanie Marion

Tyffany Mason

DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE MEMBERS

Sandra Hall

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Denton Benefit League MEMB ERS

Ann May

Diane Mayer

Jessica Mays

Toni McCartney

Donna McClendon

Jamie McCormick

Mary Ann McDuff

Wendy McGee

Sarah McKinney

Darlene McNatt

June McNeill

Kit McRae

Ann Merritt

Marcia Merritt

Lisa Miller

Brooke Moore

Christi Moss

Cherie Mulkey

Melissa Murphey

Nancy Murphy-Chadwick

Sylvia Naples

Tammy Neu

Georgina Ngozi

Stacey Nusbaum

Vicki Olson

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Lisa Patterson

Stephanie Perry

Carol Kirchoff Phillips

Mia Price

Helene Ramey

Angela Randall

Pat Reed

Ryann Reid

Brenna Reinbeau

Teri Rheault

Patti Richard

Jill Richmond

Allison Gregory Richter

Peggy Riddle

Caryn Riggs

Edene Riggs

Eri Robb

Sandra Robinson

Carol Rogers

Sonja Rogers

Carol Rowley

Betty Roy

Pat Saunders

Ellen Sawko

Jean Schaake

Cindy Schleinat

Amie Schoendorf

Sara Schroeder

Jennifer Schultz

DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE MEMBERS

Darien Orr

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Denton Benefit League MEMB ERS

Liz Seibt

Mary Kay Shepherd

Bette Sherman

Pat Sherman

Sherry Shipman

Carol Short

Joy Siegmund

Carrell Ann Simmons

Randi Skinner

Debbie Smatresk

Paige Smith

Vicki Smith

Debbie Johnson Stafford

Teresa Starrett

Carmen Strange

Mary Ann Stuart

Kayla Swenson

Kimberly Thaggard

Judy Shortino Troxell

Debbie Vanderlaan

Jan Vann

D’Lynn Villarreal

Vickie Watson

Laura Wells

Darlene Whitten

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LeAnn Williams

Virginia Williams

Melanie Wilson

Dorothy Woods

Nicole Wright

DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE MEMBERS

Marilyn Wiley

Me m b e rs Not Pic ture d Amanda Addington

Lynn Ebersole

Kay Lamb

Caroline Seward

Anne Banks

Linda Glass

Patricia Lane

Shannon Selby

Alondra Barnes

Martha Goen

Rita Lewis

Eileen Short

Janna Bell

Nadine Halstead

Janet Luttrell

Ann Stuart

Jane Boyle

Helen Hayes

Tonsi Manns

Lynn Thompson

Becky Burke

Ruth Ann Hickman

Julie McLellan

Tancy Turner

Tami Clary

Jane Hopkins

Perrijo Midgett

Patti Walker

Joni Coker

Charlotte Irwin

Nedra Mitchell

Nancy White

Judy Cole

Linda Johnson

Ann Newman

Loyce Wilson

Delva Culp

Kendall Kessel

Nelwyn Penley

Terri Wood

Lynn Davis

Bette Kinard

Kayti Porter

Polly Diebel

Pat Kindrick

Clemence Rawley

Katherine Doranski

Kit King

Fredene Scofield

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DDEENNTTOONN BBEE N N EE FF II TT LL EE A G U E

NEW MEMBERS

TRACEY BRILEY

JENIFER FULLER

Benefit advisor for Social Security and Medicare Married to husband John Denton resident for six years Interests include history, horses, and helping the homeless

Coordinator – Denton Public School Foundation Married to husband Chris Denton resident for 31 years Interests include anything involved with children and event planning

J E N N A T I L LY

JODI VICARS-NANCE

MONICA GAMACHE

Owner Hermes Insurance Solutions, LLC Married to husband Andrew Denton area resident for eight years Interests include working with children and planning events

Social worker Married to husband Lee Denton resident for 29 years Interests include United Way and City of Denton Community Development

Patient Care Tech Married to husband Chris Denton area resident for five years Interests include animal rescue, organizing events, food pantries, and being a soccer parent

Antonius Sidharta

Brittanie Marion

Vickie Jackalone

Illustrative Depictions Photography offers a professional service to families as well as companies in the area.

Antonius (or Tony as he likes to be called) specializes in on-site photography to best show your personality and lifestyle.

From senior portraits, to homecomings, to weddings, he has customer satisfaction in mind right from the first meeting. He’s a fun loving person and will make sure you’ve had a great time during your session.

Brittanie is a portrait and headshot photographer in Denton, Texas.

She loves working with people and building new connections. She absolutely loves capturing the true personalities of high school seniors as they are about to transition to the next big phase of their lives. Brittanie has fun when she is able to think outside the box and create a unique session that best fits each individual person she photographs.

Jackalone Photography was created out of passion and a love for photography. Vickie’s goal is to provide images that you will cherish for a lifetime. She has a special gift that can bring out personalities, make people comfortable in front of a camera and create those special memories everyone wants. Her goal is to ensure a special portrait that you’ll love for many years to come.

(940) 591-6685

(940) 891-1534

(940) 484-4626

www.illustrativedepictions.com

www.eagletonphotography.com

www.jackalonephotography.com

DENTON BENEFIT LEAGUE

Thank you to our wonderful DBL photographers who have captured our memories and photos exquisitely!

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INDEX Berry, June . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Draper, Sharon Harris . . . . . . . . . . 10

DBL Board Members . . . . . . . 2

Bill DeBerry Funeral Directors . . . . . 22

Eads, The Honorable Andy . . . . . . . . 10

President’s Message . . . . . . . . 3

Blixt, Tanya & Joel . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Eastside & Oak Street Draft House . . . 26

Brewer, Laura & Layne . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Ebby Halliday Realtors, Denton . . . . . 14

Briggs Family, The . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Ehrhart’s Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

DBL Grant Recipients . . . 56-61

Bryce, Cathy & Jack Atkins . . . . . . . . 46

Fickey, Suzanne . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

DBL Members . . . . . . . . . 62-69

C Bar T Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

First United Bank . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Cates, Maritza & Cary . . . . . . . . . .47

Fisher59 - Denton . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Classic Chrysler Jeep Dodge Mazda . . 26

Frenchy’s Lawn & Tree Service

TA B L E O F CO N T E N T S

Underwriters . . . . . . . . . 48-49 In Remembrance . . . . . . . 50-51 Hero Stories . . . . . . . 52-54

DBL New Members . . . . . . . 70 DBL Photographers . . . . . . . 71 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72-73

CLC Accounting Services . . . . . . . . 14 Adams Exterminating Company, Inc. . . 12 Allison Engineering . . . . . . . . . . 11 Alspach, Steven R., DDS, MS . . . . . 11

Coleman Law Firm . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Crouch Group, The . . . . . . . . . . 28 Crownover, Myra . . . . . . . . . . . 23

- Teri & Frenchy Rheault . . . . . . . 29 Frisby, Patrice & Jack . . . . . . . . . . 41 Gohlke Pools . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Good Samaritan Society - Denton Communities . . . . . . . . . . 15

Anthony, Shelley & Dean . . . . . . . . . 11

DATCU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Artistic Gourmet Adventures

Davis, Lynn & Charlie . . . . . . . 44

Historical Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

de Oliveira Family, The . . . . . . . 24

Guthrie, Terri & Ron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

DeHart Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . 17

Hackler, Brinda & Jerry . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Bays, Margaret (Sam) & James C. . . . . 42

Dementia Friendly Denton County . . . 46

Hamilton, Lea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Bella Nail Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Denton Country Club . . . . . . . . . . 29

Hudspeth, Mayor Gerard . . . . . . . . . 28

- Walter & Kim Eagleton . . . . . . . . . . .12 Barga, Lynne R., PhD . . . . . . . . . . 12

Green Valley School

73

Nayfa, Kyle - Edward Jones . . . . . . . 38

Independent Financial . . . . . . . . . . .8

North Texas Celtic Futbol Club . . . 20

Jackson, Jackie & Greg . . . . . . . . . .33

NTX Aesthetics Medical Spa . . . 27

Jackson, Rebecca . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

O’Donnell, John & Marie Snider . . . 19

JT Clothiers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Orr, Darien, Ebby Halliday Realtors . . 38

Karl, Kimberly & Stan Haddock . . . . . 41 KoonsFuller Family Law . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

PointBank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Langford, Carrie & Lee . . . . . . . . . . .45 Limerick Property Management, LLC . . 32 Lux Chiropractic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 M Group, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Martinez, Wendy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Mayer, John & Diane (Duncan) . . . . . 40 McBride, Katrinia, D.D.S. . . . . . . . 39

Pomerance, Dr. Norman . . . . . . . . . . 35 Property Search Associates . .

- Pam & David Arthur . . . . . . . . . . 36 Stepping Stones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Steve’s Wine Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Sticker Station X-Tra Lube .. . . . . . . . 35 Stocker Woods Financial . . . . . . . . . 43

Patterson, Beth & Bill, - Denton Media Company . . . . . . . . 33

Lane Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Southern Stretch Forming

. . 39

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital - Denton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Theatre Denton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 United Way of Denton County . . . 44

Red Door Operations . . . . . . . . . . 30

Unlimited Care of North Texas . . . . . . 41

Reid Heating & Air . . . . . . . . . . 25

UNT - Office of The President - Dr. Neal & Debbie Smatresk . . . . . . . 34

Richters, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 UNT Athletics - Championship Team Riggs, Caryn & Clay . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Riggs, Edene & Charles . . . . . . . . . . 31 Rogers, Carol & Wayne . . . . . . . . . . 19

2019-2020 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Velocity Physical Therapy . . . . . . . . 37 Vietnam Veterans of America,

McCormick, Jamie & Jeff . . . . . . . . . .38

Rowley, Carol S . . . . . . . . . 37

Chapter 920 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

McNatt, Linda & Jim . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Scott Brown Group . . . . . .. . . 45

Whitten, Darlene & Michael . . . . . . . 33

Meador’s Nursery . . . . . . . . . . 32

Seay, Rob, Kim & Evelyn . . . . .36, 42

Wiley, Marilyn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Merki & Associates P.C. . . . . . . . . 16

Serve Denton . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Williams & Williams Realtors, LLC . . . 35

Minor & Jester, P.C. . . . . . . . . . . 23

Smitty’s Floor Covering . . . . . . 35

Wilson, Dr. Rick & Loyce . . . . . . . 31

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DBL couldn’t have a ball this year, so here’s a look at balls of the past!

Our Past Presidents Thank You for Your Continued Service and Dedication to Denton Benefit League!