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VOL. 13 NO. 12 www.seabreezepublications.com DECEMBER 2021
Fourth Annual Live Like Jake ‘Be The Light’ Gala
Raised Over $100,000 To Prevent Childhood Drowning
Drowning Prevention
Advocates Honored During
Diamonds And Denim-
Themed Night
Live Like Jake, the local foundation created in the memory
of Jake Roarke Morrison, held its annual “Be the Light” Gala
on Oct. 9, in the stunning setting of Lady Jean Ranch. Over
160 guests and sponsors came together to raise more than
$100,000 that will be used to provide scholarships for Infant
Self Rescue (ISR) swimming lessons and ISR instructor Emma, Kellie and Nick Linder Jo Locker, Heather Atkins and Sue Eusepi-Green
training grants, as well as critical funds for families who
have lost a child or have a child with critical care needs. we absolutely love our new venue, Lady Jean Ranch,” says This year, Life Saver Pool Fence awarded their Life
The evening soiree included drinks, dinner, dancing, Live Like Jake Founder, Keri Morrison. “It brought me so Saver Award to Richard Specht, whose son Richard
silent auction, and the presentation of its annual Be the Light much joy to see everyone thoroughly enjoying themselves Edwin Ehmer Specht (Rees) drowned at 22 months
Award, which was given to Jenna and Skyler Edwards, and already talking about attending next year.” old. Rich and his wife Samantha created the Rees Specht
whose child was involved in a non-fatal drowning incident. Keynote speakers for the evening featured Tunishia
That moment led Jenna to becoming an ISR instructor herself. Wardally and Chrystal Copenhaver whose own experiences Live Like Jake ‘Be The Light’ Gala on page 4
Each year, the Edwards family raises record numbers of funds with the drowning accidents of their children have led to their
for Live Like Jake’s mission during the annual Watermelons impassioned advocacy for water safety. Both Wardally and
for Water Safety campaign. Copenhaver have been chosen to receive Live Like Jake’s Furry Friends
“This was by far our best Be The Light gala ever and ISR instructor training grants.
Homes For Our Troops To Kick And Fancy Things
Off Building Of Home For Injured On Saturday Nov. 6 more than 300 people gathered at
the gorgeous Pelican Club for the second annual Furry
Friends and Fancy Things event presented by Pantelides
Soldier In West Palm Beach, Fla. PR. Guests were treated to fancy things such as drinks
from cotton candy-filled prosecco glasses and a live Saks
The national nonprofit While on a mission with the 1-32nd
organization, Homes For Our Cavalry, 101st Airborne Division,
Troops (HFOT) kicked off the in Kunar Province, Afghanistan,
building of a specially adapted a rocket propelled grenade struck
custom home for Army Staff Staff Sergeant DeLoach’s vehicle.
Sergeant Joseph “Blake” DeLoach SSG DeLoach lost his sight as a
on Saturday, Nov. 20 at 10 a.m. result of the blast.
SSG DeLoach was injured while The home being built for SSG DeLoach will feature more
serving in Afghanistan. than 40 major special adaptations such as widened doorways
The community kickoff event for wheelchair access, a roll-in shower, and kitchen amenities Diane Marvin, Gigi’s Pet Market owner Wendy Depinto,
signified the start of the build that include pull-down shelving and lowered countertops. Dania Velasco. Photo by Paul Marino Photography
process and introduced SSG The home will also alleviate the mobility and safety issues
DeLoach to the community. The associated with a traditional home, including navigating a
event was held at Cornerstone wheelchair through narrow hallways or over thresholds, or
Fellowship, 13969 Orange Blvd., reaching for cabinets that are too high.
West Palm Beach, FL 33412. HFOT has built 322 homes since the organization’s inception
On Oct. 18, 2010, the career SSG DeLoach enjoyed so in 2004. Homes For Our Troops relies on contributions from
much came to an abrupt end during his second deployment. donors, supporters, and corporate partners for the building of each
veteran’s home. Community
members may hold fundraisers
or make donations. To find out
more on how to get involved
or make a donation visit www. Tinsley Mortimer and her dogs Strawberry and
hfotusa.org. Shortcake with Furry Friends and Fancy Things
Read more about SSG Chairwoman and President and CEO of Pantelides PR
DeLoach’s story and watch & Consulting Emily Pantelide
his video at www.hfotusa.
org/deloach. Furry Friends And Fancy Things on page 2