Oct. 18th, 2008
5th Annual Autumn Reflections Fundraiser
This wonderful event, celebrating Thomas House’s twenty-one years of service, was held Saturday, October 18 at the prestigious 100-year-old Santa Ana Country Club. Thanks to Barb and Tom Orbe for making these arrangements again this year.
Colleen Ballas was recognized for her long-time support, sharing her talents over the years for Thomas House. She graciously and modestly accepted the 2008 Founders Award from Bernie Selz.
People went home with many lovely gifts from the silent and live auctions. Our Master of Ceremonies and Auctioneer, Rick Milke, from KOCE TV, did a wonderful job helping us to raise large sums of money for the Shelter.
Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, who generously contributed to Thomas House again this year. Thanks also to Anne and John Fraher and Teresa and Robert Quick, our Platinum Sponsors. We are also grateful to Barb and Tom Orbe, Neil Reitz, Beth and Ray San Vicente, and Mary and Bernie Selz, our Gold Sponsors. Thanks to all the people who supported us in so many different ways!
Last but certainly not least, a very big Thank You to Kay McDonald and Mary Ann Colclough, the Co-chairs, and also thanks to their very helpful committee. They all worked tirelessly, with energy and enthusiasm to make this year’s event yet another successful on for Thomas House."I just want to extend our appreciation for all the needs that you meet for us on a daily basis. You have assisted my family in helping us to get stable and to reach our daily goals, not to mention enabling us to have a bigger and brighter future. I could never thank you enough. ”
- AThomas House Resident