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PureLife White Party
The First Annual PureLife White Party for The Haven of RCS was a great success, both as a fun evening and as a fundraiser
for the charity. In addition to their monetary donations, white-clad guests brought clean, gently used and new clothing for
The Haven’s displaced women. The al fresco benefit, which was hosted by Dr. Joe and Elif Fitzgerald at their PureLife
Medi-Spa in Largo, was chaired by Devin Pappas and emceed by Ashley Batey, a 10 News television meteorologist.
Tish and Curtis Wold, longtime supporters of the
RCS Food Bank, enjoyed the glamorous evening’s
auctions, inspiring remarks and entertainment.
Photography by Gram
Elif Fitzgerald and her husband Dr. Joe Fitzgerald,
owners of PureLife Medi-Spa in Largo, were
pleased to support The Haven of RCS with
their First Annual White Party.
Dr. Cesar Lara and his wife Penelope enjoyed
the benefit, which raised funds to help RCS
fight domestic abuse and give help and
hope to people in need.
The Salvation Army’s “Others” Award
The voice, heart and soul of American journalism, Dan Rather was the guest speaker at the Salvation Army’s 2015 Doing
the Most Good Annual Dinner held in Clearwater Beach. Captain Zach and Shelley Bell of the Army and advisory board
chair Paul Umberg welcomed guests to the awards program that recognizes an individual or couple who has helped
“Others” in our community. This year’s “Others” Award honoree, Clearwater Mayor George Cretekos, was presented with
his award by last year’s recipients, City of Dunedin Commissioner Bruce Livingston and his wife Deidra.
Former news anchor John Wilson and his wife
Mary K. enjoyed sharing their experiences in
the media with Dan Rather at the dinner.
Clearwater Mayor George Cretekos was
congratulated by award-winning reporter
Dan Rather on his selection as a recipient
of an “Others” Award.
Deidra Livingston and her husband Bruce,
the 2014 “Others” Award recipients, are both
dedicated to serving our community.
JULY/AUGUST 2015 TAMPA BAY MAGAZINE 175