MOCSA – Community Luncheon
May 3rd was the date for The Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault’s Community Luncheon at the Muehlebach Tower of the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. Kayla Harrison, the first American to win an Olympic gold medal in judo, was the keynote speaker. Sonya and Jim Nutter hosted the Patrons’ Party. Jennifer and Chuck Laue and Marny and John Sherman were the honorary co-chairmen, and Kate Mitchell and Karen Miyawaki were the co-chairmen. Ann Abercrombie and Brad Bodamer were the community support committee co-chairmen.
Also featured in the June 1st issue of The Independent
Photo Credit: David Remley
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| Ron and Kelly Lockton, Beth Gura and Brian Dickert |
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| Jennifer Laue, honorary co-chairman; Julie Donelon, MOCSA; Marny Sherman, honorary co-chairman; Kayla Harrison, keynote speaker; and John Sherman, honorary co-chairman |
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| Melinda Beal, Brian Williams and Steve Metzler and Mary Ann and Mark Hinderks |
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| (Seated) Mike and Marlys Haverty, Michelle Kelly, John Derry, and Nicole Christy (standing) Julie Powell, Ashley Thorne, Doniele Carlson, and Mary Stadler |
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| Ross and Amy Franken with Melanie and Michael Fenske |
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| (Seated) Colleen Dougherty, Diane Canaday Hesse and Dan Hesse and Debby Ballard (standing) Terry Reintjes, Kim Gailbraith and Deeanne King |
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