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When the Humane Society Animal Cruelty Task Force (ACT) found her, Matilda and her five puppies lay in a urine-soaked, feces-encrusted enclosure because they were helpless to move out to a cleaner
place. Their water was algae-infested; their food covered in mold. The rancid, ammonia odor from all of the animal areas in this breeding facility was overwhelming.
Forty-five dogs, adults and puppies, were living in these horrid conditions. Working with the Greene County Sheriff’s Department, Humane Society rescuers were able to stop their suffering by rescuing Matilda, a 3-year-old Boxer, has spent her entire adult life producing litter after them on Sept. 21. litter of puppies while surviving in a filthy That same day, with the help of the ASPCA, 71 puppy mill with no access to fresh water. dogs were removed from Camden County breeders who realized they could no longer care for their dogs. “While we are grateful the owners surrendered their animals,” said Kathy Warnick, president of the Humane Society of Missouri, “many of these dogs suffered from the eye, ear and skin infections; dental disease and matted fur so typical of substandard breeding facilities.”
108 Rescued from Callous Cruelty Working with the county Sheriff’s Department, the Humane Society ACT brought 108 dogs out of deplorable conditions at a licensed breeding facility June 14 in Miller County. The animals included Cocker Spaniels, Poodles, Pekingese, Beagles, Shih Tzus, Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and mixes of those breeds. An independent veterinarian recommended removing all adult breeding dogs and puppies on the property. Many dogs were underweight, with paws and legs encrusted with feces. Their fur was matted, their eyes infected, and their toe nails so long that they were nearly growing into the pads of their paws. He noted an overwhelming ammonia odor in at least one of the kennel areas due to lack of ventilation. Continues on Page 2 1 Cover story “Suffering Ends” continued...
Animal Planet Calls HSMO “You could smell the place before you could hear it or see it,” said Debbie Hill, vice president of for Help with Hoarder Operations. “Every time I see animals in this condition, I am saddened by their suffering and very glad we are In a house that appeared as ordinary as any other on able to give them the help they desperately need.” the street lived dozens of dogs—injured, sick, unsocial— The breeder held licenses from both the United victims of an animal hoarder. On a second property, the States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the same owner kept animals in unsafe, dirt-bottomed pens Missouri Department of Agriculture (MAD). Both some littered with rat tunnels. Several of the dogs were had been working with the owners to improve very thin, with ribs and hip bones protruding beneath conditions. The USDA cited excess accumulation of their flea-covered skin. Others, like Marshall, had feces; dog buildings overrun with cobwebs, dust and gruesome untreated injuries. insects; overcrowded and unsafe pens with exposed In early October, producers for “Animal Planet’s wires and jagged edges. Confessions: Animal Hoarding”, who had been working “Being licensed is not necessarily an indication of with the hoarder’s family, contacted the Humane Society humane animal treatment,” said Warnick. “We of Missouri Animal Cruelty Task Force (ACT) to rescue applaud the USDA and MDA for their efforts on Marshall and 70 other dogs, including Labrador behalf of these horrendously treated dogs and we Retrievers, Dalmatians, American Pit Bull Terriers, trust this is just the first example of a renewed focus Rottweilers, Cocker Spaniels, Dobermans and English and diligent effort to crack down on repeat violators.” Setters from the properties in Saline County, Mo. When the Humane Society of Deplorable Disregard Second hoarder has 75 animals Missouri Animals Cruelty Task Fifty-five dogs were rescued from filthy conditions, A tip from a concerned neighbor led the Sheriff’s Force found Marshall, his body Department of Greene County to contact the ACT for was covered in injuries; one and 12 others found dead on the property of a bloody, gaping, fist-sized substandard breeder in Stone County on March 22. the rescue of 75 animals from another hoarder. On wound covered the side of his Forty Dachshunds, four Great Pyrenees, one March 29, 40 dogs, 13 cats, 10 gerbils, seven rabbits, two head. Though a leg had to be German Shepherd, several Boston Terriers and five doves, two turtles and a chinchilla were removed from amputated, his head wound filthy conditions, deprived of clean water and proper food. healed amazingly well and mixed breed dogs were rescued. Most lacked access he’s walking just fine. to food. Two four-week-old puppies not housed with Some were housed in crates while others ran freely their mother were severely dehydrated and through the owner’s residence. The animals suffered from mange and other skin, eye and immediately taken to a local veterinarian for ear infections. Severely matted fur plagued many of the dogs, exacerbating skin infections. treatment. Twelve dead adult dogs and newborn On April 5, custody of the animals was awarded to the Humane Society of Missouri. After puppies, including a partially eaten puppy, had veterinary rehabilitation and shelter TLC, they were ready to find their forever homes. been discarded behind the home. “The problem of animal hoarding is not well understood, but far more common than The Missouri Department of Agriculture had most people realize,” said Kathy Warnick, president of the Humane Society of Missouri. worked with the owner for several months toward According the Animal Hoarding Project, more than 3,000 cases are reported annually, and meeting licensing requirements. When the deplorable at least ten times that number that go unreported until it’s too late. Learn more at conditions did not improve, the MDA and Stone animalhoardingproject.com. County Sheriff’s Department contacted the Humane Society of Missouri for assistance. On April 20, the Humane Society of Missouri was 15 Dogs with Multiple Injuries awarded permanent custody so that the dogs could get their second chances for great lives. Rescued from Alleged Dog Fighter
Seven adult American Pit Bull Terriers including one with a wounded eye. The
dogs were discovered on a densely wooded and eight puppies were removed from an alleged dog fighter on July 8. The Stone hillside away from public view. Most of County Sheriff’s Department investigated them were forced to wear thick collars the situation for seven months, consulting attached to chains weighing up to 30 lb.,
with members of the Humane Society to build muscle in their necks. Animal Cruelty Task Force (ACT). The The owner voluntary surrendered all of Humane Society of Missouri was asked the rescued animals to the Humane Society to assist with rescue of the dogs when of Missouri. The dogs received veterinary
the warrant was served by the Stone treatment. Humane Society staff conducted County Sheriff. behavior evaluations on each dog, with the Mason, a five-month old Shih Tzu, was dehydrated, goal of placing as many as possible with lethargic and suffering from eye infections when he Several of the dogs had old wounds and was rescued. Just three days later after excellent two were suffering from recent injuries qualified rescue groups or in private homes. veterinary and shelter care, he was perky, playful and chewing on all available toys.
2 www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org Fall 2010 On the scene at ACT rescues: A Wonderful Victory for Missouri’s Dogs
Puppy Mill Cruelty
Prevention Act
Passes Nov. 2
Thanks to your support and the “YES” votes of a majority
of Missourians, dogs used
for commercial breeding now have a real chance for
a decent life. This monumental victory means instead of living their entire lives in
too-small, wire-bottom cages stacked on top of each other, these dogs will have room to stretch, stand on a solid
surface and access to exercise
outside. They will receive annual, hands-on veterinary exams and prompt treatment for injuries
and disease. Thousands of animal lovers throughout Missouri worked with passion and diligence to make this
day happen. Special thanks to our coalition partners the Missouri Alliance for Animal Legislation, the
Humane Society of the United States,
the ASPCA and Best Friends Animal Society whose efforts will have a long-lasting, positive impact for dogs
Criminal Sentencing Continues in in Missouri and throughout the Record-breaking Dog Fighting Rescue United States. The Humane Society of Missouri In an unplanned but ironic coincidence, the July 8 Stone has pledged to work with the
County rescue occurred on the one-year anniversary of the Missouri Department of Agriculture, largest dog fighting raid and rescue in U.S. history in which local law enforcement and other the Humane Society of Missouri played a leading role. As of animal welfare groups to ensure the
August 2010, 35 defendants have been convicted and new regulations are understood by all
sentenced to serve time in federal prison. An additional 25 affected and dog breeders can make have been indicted or presented for federal prosecution. needed adjustments in the coming When Jeff was rescued, it appeared he had been forced to fight recently. “Dog fighting is an organized, underground, pervasive transition year before the regulations criminal activity involving premeditated torture and murder take effect. If you suspect dog fighting, inhumane of innocent, helpless animals,” commented Kathy Warnick, From this day forward, we dog breeding or other cruel treatment president. “The Humane Society of Missouri is vehemently are confident a more humane and of animals, contact the Humane Society opposed to this heinous blood sport. We’ll continue to work compassionate standard of care will Animal Cruelty Task Force hotline at with state and federal agencies to root it out, rescue its prevail, the beginning of better lives 314-647-4400 or online at hsmo.org. victims and advocate stiff penalties for perpetrators.” for commercial breeding dogs in Missouri.
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NEW EVENT Barn Buddy TV Stars from Longmeadow �Glow in the Park Rescue Ranch strutted their stuff in a Parade of Animals and guests enjoyed a champagne September 17 toast sponsored by Chandler Hill Vineyards. For the first time, the Humane Society Vintage cars from Don Musick wowed the of Missouri hosted “Glow in the Park,” the crowd. VIP guests stayed to enjoy a tasty charity event at the 38th Annual Balloon Glow buffet dinner and music. Thanks very much event held the evening before the Great to hosts and Clydesdale Sponsors Janet and Forest Park Balloon Race. Smith McGehee, and to the 2010 Charity Guests enjoyed spectacular views of the Polo Match Committee members for their glowing hot air balloons along with private Thank you to our fantastic co-chairs, time and talents. entry to Forest Park and private parking. Diane Sullivan, President and COO at Special thanks to our major event VIP guests arrived early for an exclusive Brown Shoe Co., Judy Gruender, Principal at sponsors: Janet & Smith McGehee, Carol champagne & hors d’oeuvres reception Buck Consultants and to our honorary chairs, House Furniture, AHM Financial Group LLC, and guaranteed front row seating for the best Pam Nicholson, President and COO at Advanced Laser Clinic, Dean Team, views. Guests enjoyed a delightful “high end Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Jan Torrisi- C. Steven Dunker Foundation, Emerald picnic style” buffet. Proceeds benefit the Mokwa, Principal, Congruence, Inc. and all Properties, Husch Blackwell Sanders LLP, Humane Society’s Animal Cruelty Fund, of the women who served on the 2010 Purses Pattering Paws LLC, Purina ONE, Smith dedicated to investigating, healing and for Pooches and Pals Committee for their McGehee Insurance Solutions, Truffles preventing animal abuse. ideas, support and leadership. Restaurant, HM Capital Management, Special thanks to our generous event Special thanks to our generous event Huntleigh McGehee, Lowenbaum sponsors: Faye Beth & Fiery O’Byrne, sponsors: Ameren UE, SeaWorld & Partnership, Michael & Leslie Christ and Central West End Association, Edward Busch Gardens, Nestle Purina PetCare Rick & Marion Oertli along with Chandler Jones, M & I Wealth Management, Saks Company, WR Persons Foundation, Hill Vineyards and Millman Lumber. Fifth Avenue, Purina ONE and Luxco. Centric Group, Ernst & Young, Scottrade, For more information and more photos from For more information and more photos from TALX Corporation, William Boudoures this year’s event, visit hsmo.org/polo. this year’s event visit hsmo.org/glow Company and People’s National Bank. For more information and more photos from �Black Dog Club Reunion this year’s event, visit hsmo.org/purses. September 30
�Charity Polo Match More than 150 black dogs and their owners August 21 celebrated the third The second annual Charity Polo Match annual Black Dog benefitting Longmeadow Rescue Ranch Club Reunion welcomed more than 400 guests to the at Carol Gates �Purses for Pooches and McGehee Polo Field. Wet, muddy field Throop Memorial Pals conditions prevented a full match, but players Park. Just for fun, June 24 from both Team Carol House Furniture and pets competed for AHM Financial Group took the field for an prizes for the Best More than 400 businesswomen enjoyed an exciting polo demonstration to teach guests Stunt or Trick, Best exciting evening of networking, pets, purses, the basics of the game. Dressed and the very shoes and perfectly presented samples from popular Best Dog & Owner Look-a-Like. The area restaurants. St. Louis Disc Dog Club demonstrated their Presented by Brown Shoe Company, canines’ abilities to an enthusiastic crowd. this fifth annual event featured a raffle for The Black Dog Club provides a special 22 designer purses and four amazing shoe salute to adopters of black dogs who are often wardrobes by designers Via Spiga, Carlos overlooked in favor of lighter-colored canines. Santana and Naya by Naturalizer. Attendees Membership is free and open to owners of donated more than 200 gently-used purses dogs with black (or predominately) to Connections to Success workforce black coats. readiness program. The event raised more Visit hsmo.org/adopt/blackdogclub to see than $70,000 for the Animal Cruelty Fund, event photos and learn more about the club. dedicated to investigating, healing and preventing animal abuse.
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Esther just after her rescue
Esther today (at left) with
her best friend Tulip
Grayson’s first day home
Rescued Yorkies Grayson today
Live the Life of Riley We love happy endings. Esther and Grayson, two of the nearly 100 Yorkshire Terriers rescued from a substandard Majority of puppy mill in February of 2009, have landed in clover. For years they struggled to exist in small Pets Adopted, cages without enough food or water, no vet care or even a kind word. Because Esther was kept in a small cage with a wire-mesh bottom, her legs and feet were Study Finds painfully sore. “When we first adopted Esther, she could hardly walk on her back legs and Animal shelters are now the definitely couldn’t run or jump,” said Matt Kodrea, who provided Esther with her forever home. number one source for obtaining a “Now she runs through the house (especially if she hears her food bowl being filled) and jumps pet, according to a poll conducted off the ground to greet us or play.” by the Associated Press and Esther found an immediate friend in Tulip, a Yorkie living a few blocks away with Kodrea’s Petside.com. Fifty-four percent of mother. Soon Esther and Tulip were inseparable. Together they frolic and snuggle—and take pet owners said they were likely to good care of their humans. get their next pet from a shelter, “When Mom returned home after a liver transplant, I truly believe that Tulip and Esther played a while 30 percent said their current significant role in her recovery,” he commented. “These two would absolutely not leave her side.” dog or cat came from a shelter—a Coincidentally, Grayson also became a healer. 24 percent increase. “I had a mastectomy last year and having my dogs allowed me to recover in record time,” said Twenty three percent will buy adopter Lynn Bernhagen. “Our other two Yorkies and our diabetic cat adore Grayson,” she from a breeder; eight percent said continued. “He is known as the Oprah Dog!” (National icon Oprah Winfrey featured the puppy they would get their next pet at a mill rescue on her television show.) store. Store sales of pets have Grayson lives the good life, with special food and a bed he graciously shares with the declined over the past decade, Bernhagens and three other pets. He even has his own pool. “He loves to swim and takes a dip according to the American Pet every time he goes out until the water gets too chilly,” said Bernhagen. Products Association. “I interpret “Our friends all say when they die they want to come back as one of our pets,” she added with the decline as proof that more and a twinkle. “Grayson is the happiest little thing and makes my husband and me laugh out loud more people realize that puppies on a regular basis. Thank y’all so much for selecting us to adopt this precious angel.” sold in stores are nearly always Kodrea shares her sentiments. “Through Esther, the Humane Society has brought so much from a substandard puppy mill,” joy and love to our family. She is an absolutely amazing dog, especially considering how her life commented Kathy Warnick, started out. I have never seen a dog that is more trusting and loving than Esther is.” president of the Humane Society.
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Purina PAL interns Ghia Johnson and Barn Buddies Appear on Tekoa Bolden
NBC’s TODAY Show Summer interns Tekoa Bolden and Binks the goose was honking loudly and Mama Llama’s head popped up above the Ghia Johnson already know they want pen, attracting curious New Yorkers walking past the NBC studios. The Longmeadow to be veterinarians. Both are juniors at Rescue Ranch animals were ready for their close-ups on the April 30 TODAY show. Gateway Institute of Technology in Barn Buddies Quackers the duck, Tiny the miniature goat, miniature horse Calypso St. Louis. The Pre-Vet majors are active in and Juniper the mini-donkey were also standing by. the Purina PALS program that provides On air, Juniper took an interest in Hoda Kotb’s shoes. Mama Llama nuzzled and internships for high school students. kissed Kathie Lee Gifford then took over the host’s spot on camera. “Mama is used to “Working here has given me the being the star,” laughed Amanda Mullen, ranch director. necessary tools, skills and knowledge to Longmeadow fans followed the trip to New York on Facebook. Barn Buddies loaded begin my future career,” commented up around 6:30 a.m. April 26 from the ranch located near Union, Mo. That evening, the Tekoa Bolden. animals rested in their own “bed and breakfast” in Ohio. Many of the resident horses “I have learned so much about myself had not heard, smelled or seen geese, sheep, goats or llamas. Said Hirshberg, “They got and the animal overpopulation problem,” quite the introduction. Binks made all kinds of noise to let them know he was there!” agreed Ghia Johnson. “I have become Nestled among 165-acres of woodland near Union, Mo., the Humane Society of strong as an individual and learned skills Missouri’s Longmeadow Rescue Ranch is a haven for hundreds of abused and I will need in the world.” neglected horses, cows, goats, pigs, ducks and other farm animals. The teens worked in the education, To sponsor a Barn Buddy or visit the ranch, see page 15. events and adoption departments. Bolden admits to falling in love with several shelter dogs. She also took on a mundane but necessary task: folding hundreds of cardboard kitty litter boxes! Johnson said the internship strengthened her leadership skills to better stand up for animals. Volunteer Manager and Intern Supervisor Laura Renner praised the students for their commitment. “We appreciate their contributions to the often unglamorous work behind the scenes in our organization.” To learn about becoming a volunteer, visit hsmo.org/volunteer or contact Laura Renner at 314-951-1577.
Renown animal advocate Joan Embery introduced the Barn Buddies to Hoda and Kathie Lee.
6 www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org Fall 2010 And They Lived Happily Ever After ...... What is more tenacious than one animal- loving child intent on helping animals? A hundred animal-loving children eager to help make the world a better place for animals!
That’s what we The Cinderella Fund enables us to go Every one of the amazing animals witnessed when first grade the extra mile for animals that have that fill our shelters has a story. All are Kind Kids visited the Humane Society of suffered abuse or serious neglect. It is a looking for a happy ending. These kids are Missouri for a humane education program favorite for kids. “Animals come to us helping make sure we make that happen. and made a generous donation of more broken, battered or abused,” said Sue Contact our Education department to than 400 pet supply items and $4,098.59 to Gassner, director of Education. “We schedule an interactive program and our Cinderella Fund. heal them with the aid of our skilled tour of the Humane Society of Missouri — “The kids wanted to help. We had veterinary team, devoted shelter staff 314-951-1572 or [email protected]. discussed the work that the Humane and resourceful students like our friends Society does to help animals that have at Kehrs Mill Elementary. The fairy been abused, sick or injured and what we tale notion of rags to riches can be might do to help,” said Lauren Pickardt, applied easily to a homeless animal first grade teacher at Kehrs Mill in need.” Elementary School in the Rockwood Because of our Education School District. “It makes them feel a part department’s efforts, last year of something larger. They know their more than 28,000 kids came to efforts are saving lives.” better know the work of the They raised this money by participating Humane Society and the animals in a pledge run. Each child set a goal for we help. As a result, countless kids the number of laps he or she could run and have made animal welfare their asked family and friends to pledge money cause undertaking car washes, per lap. Then they practiced for the big volleyball tournaments, lemonade day. Remarkably, each child exceeded his stands and popcorn sales with a or her personal goal. goal of helping animals.
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What’s more, they can provide updates after Adoption Centers Adoption Centers Hours pet surgery, answer questions about pricing and respond to pet Clean towels, sheets Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. care questions. and blankets Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. “In the past, we had to send for paper files before we could Fabric softener sheets Sun. noon-4 p.m. Canned food for cats and dogs answer questions,” explained Jill Hollifield, assistant supervisor, Veterinary Medical Centers Buster Cubes, Kongs or other All locations 314-951-1534 Contact Center. “It was frustrating for us and forced us to put treat-dispensing toys Patients seen by appointment people on hold for a long time.” Electronic access to records has Veterinary Medical Centers Hours increased Contact Center Animal Cruelty Task Force St. Louis City Center and Heavy-duty paper shredder Westport Area Center efficiency and improved New Vari-Kennels for Mon. & Fri. 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. service to pet owners. large dogs Tues. & Wed. 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Center staffers answer Thurs. 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Heavy duty leashes Sat. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. from 900 to 1,100 calls per Chesterfield Valley Center day. “Our goal is to answer Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. each call professionally and Sat. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. politely with little or no Donations 314-951-1542 Memberships, auto donations, planned giving waiting,” said Hollifield. Volunteer Program 314-951-1577 Open to the public, Humane Society Veterinary Medical Foster Program Longmeadow Rescue Ranch 636-583-8759 Centers provide expert care with state-of-the-art Unused cat litter boxes Open House: Fridays noon-3 p.m. diagnostic and surgical facilities. Every time Fluffy Puppy pads Saturdays 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Other adoption hours by appointment and Fido receive first-rate treatment, they give second Medium and large animal Location Addresses: chances to homeless animals. Learn more at hsmo.org. carriers (new or gently used) Headquarters/St. Louis City Center – 1201 Macklind Ave., St. Louis, Mo. 63110 Westport Area Center – 2400 Drilling Service Dr., Maryland Heights, Mo. 63043 Chesterfield Valley Center – 17357 Edison Ave., Chesterfield, Mo. 63005 Longmeadow Rescue Ranch – 480 Josephs Longmeadow Rescue Ranch Rd., Union, Mo. 64084 Horse hair detangler All locations closed major holidays. Baled shavings for stall bedding Tails Staff Publisher – Kathryn Warnick, president Breakaway halters Managing Editor – Jeane Jae, vice president of Communications Shelter Training Program Editor – Karen Isbell, Isbell Ink Gentle Leader® Staff Contributors – Sue Gassner, JoEllyn Food puzzle oyst Klepacki, Jessica Stegen (such as Tug a Jug TM) Design – Amy Faulkenberry, Edge Creative Bookstore gift card Photography – Mike Bizelli, employees, volunteers and supporters of the Humane Society of Missouri Tails is published quarterly by the Humane Society of Missouri. Mission Since 1870, the Humane Society of Missouri has been dedicated to second chances. We provide a safe and caring haven to all Veterinary Medical Centers animals in need—large and small—that have Humidifier (4 gal. or smaller) been abused, neglected or abandoned. Heating pads and Our mission is to end the cycle of abuse and hot water bottles pet overpopulation through our rescue and investigation efforts, spay/neuter programs Towels, blankets, quilts and and educational classes. We are committed to fluffy rugs creating lasting relationships between people and animals through our adoption programs For complete Wish List, visit and our shelter pet training program. hsmo.org. Click on Donate We further support that bond by making available world-class veterinary care. and select “Wish List.” Tails www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org 9 Mad Rama Tributes & Mr. and Mrs. Shari Dover Ms. Jennifer Strohl Madison Rocky and Amber Monsanto Company Mrs. Tina K. Thaler Ms. Pamela J. Sisson and Memorials Rocky Mr. Eric Park Petland The following companies and individuals have contributed $35 or more to Ms. Anita L. Burns Roxie Mandy the Humane Society of Missouri as a memorial or in honor of someone special. Ms. Elaine Corcoran Donations were received between April 1, 2010 and August 31, 2010. Ms. Joanne Strauss Sadie Isabella Roberts Mathilda Mr. and Mrs. Patrick R. Stevenson Mr. and Mrs. Don Kaiser Saks Cass-Cass, my Siamese talker Gabby Maxie Memorial Animal Ms. Janet Kaemmerer Ms. Trudie Dingwall Ms. Stephanie L. Wallis Ms. Lois M. Jenkins Abbie and Woody Duhme Sally Charlie Ginger Michelob Ann and Denny McCandless Mr. Jeffrey Hartmann Ms. Nancy E. Sutch Ms. Cheryl Wolf Ms. Kathryn A. Scott Abbie Ms. Mary C. Kullman Sam Charlotte Mickey Sweetest puppy ever! Ms. Janet Kaemmerer Gay L. Sutcliffe Mom Judy and Paul Knese Abby Gizzmo Chloe Sammi Mr. Ralph Zitzmann Ms. Carol Weisman Midy Ms. Jeanette Adams Ms. Judith Clyne Nancy Spiegel Mr. and Mrs. Don Kaiser Guiness Cinnamon Sammy Annie Mr. and Mrs. Daniel J. Schwartz Miguel Remembering Cinnamon Ms. Elaine Corcoran Kathy, Johnny, Katy & John Mr. John Brady Hank Mr. and Mrs. David A. Tetrault Nancy & Charlie Van Dyke Coal Mrs. Renee Macgowan Miss Ms. Karen L. White Sandy Appollo Ms. Julie C. Schroeder Hannah Ms. Stacy L. Pfeiffer Mom and Dad CoCo Ms. Elizabeth Hughes Missy Barry and Martha Ginsburg Sarah B.J. Mrs. I. Jamry Jackie Mrs. Shirley G. Durfee Ms. Esther F. Graul Cody Ms. Amy S. Norris Mitzi Dr. Arthur J. Misischia Sassy Bailey Ms. Mary A. Muir Jake Mrs. Marcia L. Kram Chuck and Karen Johnson Continental Mollie Delaney, precious dog Ms. Victoria Tucker Seamus Mr. Michael D. Hawkins Bonnie and Ital Mrs. Betty Delaney Jason and Violet Prices’ two pets Ms. Ann Hunter Balto Cora Molly Mr. Jason Price Sean Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Wentz Mr. and Mrs. Richard F. Weinstock Ms. Stacy L. Pfeiffer Jerry Mrs. Margaret Ross Bear Cosmo Ms. Marilyn Wnuk Ms. Pamela Payne Shadow Humane Society of Missouri Humane Society of Missouri Moxy Dr. and Mrs. Edward M. Geltman Auxillary Auxillary Jessica the dog Mrs. Jacqueline S. Dippel Ms. Paula Hardy-Mumm Ms. Judith Eickhoff Beau Crow Mr. Skittles Shanny Ms. Charmaine Dubach-Robison Mr. and Mrs. Don Barlow Joe Hill Ms. Kathleen Rogers Pat Hoisington Ms. Sue Kinder Ms. Colleen Flavin Darby Murray Shumra Becky and Olivia Sigmund Ms. Jane Ryan Joker, Sugar, and Satchel Mrs. Linda D. Kenner Mrs. Melissa Hughes Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Haley Mr. and Mrs. Gus L. Weinstock Dede Nikki Sid Benny Ms. Clare E. Eulberg Junior Ms. Pamela Payne Peggy Wilson & Sassy Mr. Thomas R. Kregor Ms. Donna Boeger Dixie Lee Niko Sir Knight Hawk Bernard Ms. Sandra A. Burkel Kaiser Mr. and Mrs. Steven Durben Love Faye Beth and Fiery Ms. Catherine N. Lux Ms. Julia M. Bisesi Dizzy Niner Skylar Beth Treu Hergit Mr. Thomas E. Vandewalle Katie Ms. Margaret Hall Dialogue Group Mr. Carl M. 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Ellis Mr. Vincent Calamia Emily Mr. and Mrs. William Meldrum Ms. Nancy Spiegel Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Sulkowski Lary Bucky Pepe Ms. Jane H. Shea Mrs. Jack Ross Ms. Linda R. Reifschneider Ernsetine Ms. Sara K. Baker Ms. Laurie K. Shea Ms. Carolyn Feuchtenbeiner Lily Buddy Pepper Tassie Ms. Joan Bass With deepest sympathy, Eva Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Armstrong Ms. Dianne Carlile Love Sharon and David Sharon and Sharon Coogan Lindy Pixie and Wardie Tenchi Ms. Shirley L. Bragg Dr. Kimberly Druschel Farfel Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Armstrong Ms. Kathryn M. Parsons Ms. Jane C. Hughes Callie Ms. Clare Davis Lola Tilley Mrs. Darlene Kinderman Ms. Patricia Thomas Faye Pooch, Moses, Tillie, MJS, Mr. Richard A. Price Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ackerman and Lacey Ms. Amy Chenoweth Lucky Tilly Casey Mr. Gene Logerman Mr. Emmett M. Gaw Fitz Ms. Jill E. Heaton Bob & Mary Fredericksen Cat5 Commerce, LLC Mrs. Sue M. O’Brien Prince Tipper Lucy “Beloved Friend” Mr. and Mrs. Earl R. Boren Casper Frisky Ms. Anne Thomas Mr. and Mrs. Joe Mokwa Pumpkin Rick Price and Steve Crouch Ms. Nancy Gelb Toby Luke Mrs. Theresa Karutz Fritz Ms. Nancy Spiegel Mr. and Mrs. Charles Dykhouse Jr. Ms. Mary C. Duggan Quincy Ms. Emily Gebhard David Nemerov and Diane Weber 10 www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org Fall 2010 Trojan David Bentely The Friends and Famliy of Arlene C. Nurre Memorial Individual Mr. and Mrs. Calvin N. Nicholson Thank You-Fiery Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Griffin Happy Mother’s Day, Sadie Miss Lauren Rawdon Lou Abramovitz Troubles Aloysius DuBach Judy Benton’s Special Birthday H.B. Neil Ms. Kristan Dames Ms. Charmaine Dubach-Robison Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bloomfield Mary Gunther Miriam Wachsstock and Happy Birthday! Love Uncle Ed Geroge Oberlirsch Lorraine Ahner Troubles Cathy & Jim Berges and Aunt Carol Dear Miriam and George, All our Mrs. Denise Levitch Ms. Ruth Ann Hall Suzy, Richard & Peter Grote Debra Haire-Joshu best wishes for many happy years Mary Jo, Heather, Terry, Rick, Tucker Karen Blessman together, Love, Dina and Bill Laura, Nancy, Dwight, Venessa, Corrie Joshu Mr. and Mrs. Jean Hirsch Joseph, Noah, and Family Ms. Kay Jastrem Timothy O’Keefe David Nemerov and Diane Weber Dee Hall, Happy Belated Alicia and Roger Cammon The Marriage of Paige and Kent Mr. Daniel Jones Mother’s Day Tully Boyer Theo Alberici Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Hall Ron Pass’ 70th Birthday Mr. William A. Heyde III Ms. Kay Jastrem Mr. and Mrs. Forrest W. Pierce Ellanor T. Hibbeler Julie & Steve Plax Mrs. Barb Ackerman Tyson Mr. and Mrs. Richard A. Hibbeler Cathy Albright Happy Wedding! Patience and in memory of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Rapert, Jr. George & Nonie Camos Mr. and Mrs. Matthew J. Milton Heiken’s Special Birthday Bakersville Velvet Costantinou With love, Faye Beth and Fiery Mrs. Peggy Lee C. Russell Matthew Albrecht Mr. Norman M. Shore Mr. Timothy Rooney Sally Higgin’s Birthday Ron & Sharon Schodroski Lowell and Linda Barhorst Wedding Anniversary of Mr. and Wiggles Molly and Bill Sasser Willie May Archer Mr. Ronald M. Glenn Mrs. Steve Pickhardt Ms. Judith A. Willard We love you-“M.B.” and Fiery Ms. Cynthia J. Kelly Sheryl L. Hodges, D.E. Love, Gonie Willi Ms. Julie R. Lengfelder Jan Ard Catherine Hoffman Sharon Pinson In Memory of Willi-Karen Walker Mr. Matt Rigney and Jayne Wright Our Deepest Sympathy-Ted and Happy Birthday Catherine! You are Ms. Teresa Bradshaw Ms. Staci Pruittt Ella Beeler Willie helping lots of animals at the Pat Braxton Alvin Reed David Nemerov and Diane Weber Humae Society! From Jack Rita Ault Mr. and Mrs. Matthew M. McCarthy Civitas Associates, Inc. Mrs. Kathleen Geist Willow Angie Jamjamian’s 80th Birthday Andy Bresler Erin & Jim Runnels Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Conroy Happy Birthday! Love Virginia Edward Bailey Ms. Margaret Donnelly For the love and generosity you so Ms. Jane Matoesian Susan Boyce Pensoneau Winnie and Gracie willingly share. M. Erwin Bry, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. James G. Castellano Jan & Joe Jane & Jack Barton, John & Mrs. Rita G. Levis Christine Schneider Mr. James Ross, Jr. Josephine Dybiec Winnie Zapf Russell Mr. Brad Schneider Jenny and Mike Cherbonneau Ms. Patty Barton You were loved by us Mark and Karen Lauder’s Congratulations on getting Carolyn Siemer Marraige Betty Lou Bayer Wolfgang married! Heith and Buffy Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Pate Wayne and Kyle Marcinko Mrs. Denise M. Levitch Mr. John Ennion Jennifer Chiodini Ms. Rochelle Scherrer Loren Singleton Albert Bedard Yogi Bear Riechmann Miss Mary Haislip Ms. Linda Miller Happy 41st Birthday! Woofs and Mrs. Mary Carden Mrs. Jyothsna Marella wags, love Erin and Rebecca Ms. Rebecca Thomas Stewart and Lynn Coffman’s Mrs. Sandra Mower Virginia Bertel Zoe Wedding Amy Smith Ralph and Kelly Moye In loving memory of Gigi - Vickie & Humane Society of Missouri Barbara and Ben Landesman Ms. Jackie Jones Jan Lieberman Fred, Jill & Mike and Kim & Steve Auxillary Claire Conway Mrs. Michele Steinhouse Roni Stein’s Birthday Ms. Suzanne K. Baechle Zoey Mr. Rick Schwartz Ms. Nancy Hardman Happy Birthday, Ed and Vicki Ms. Hazel Davis Ms. and Mr. Phyllis Siegel Nancy and Jim Crawford Judy Roeslein Debby Decker Rich Linkemer’s 75th Birthday Ms. Stephanie Henry Justina Strode, DVM Ruth Bialson Charles & Steve Happy 75th and many more! Love, Lisa Knights Ms. Suzanne L. Sicher Sandy & Charlie Goralnik Pat and Harold Dielmann’s 60th Honor Animal Patrick Tate Rosemary F. Blackburn Wedding Anniversary Dennis and Tina Markwardt In honor of your exceptional care of Chrsitopher Lax Ajax Happy Anniversary! LoveTamara Ms. Carol Hootselle Nikki Ben and Jenny Reck Ms. Ruth Springer and Donald Stelling Congratulations, Christina Lapka Mr. and Mrs. Jim Widman Ms. Donna M. Whitton Roz and Ron Teper Bingo Blue’s Birthday Mel Dunkelman’s 90th Birthday Ms. Jennifer George Edward Wotawa and Lois Webb Mr. Kenneth Wong Our love, Faye Beth & Fiery Smith and Janet McGhee Dave Dietrich and Cherri Shaw Stuart and Lynn Mr. & Mrs. S. W. Creekmore, III Mrs. Debbie Dukeman Callie Sedgewick Kurt Eckelman Susie & Peter von Gontard and Judith Uglade Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Moylan Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Olson Mr. Kurt Eckelman Family Ms. Jennifer George Zoe and Charles Lance Chloee Claude Fears Ethan McGinnis Annie Wandishin Norma Lewis and Rick Hauck Nelson Farms & Construction Jim Fears Happy 6th Birthday! Happy Birthday! Pauline Sokolik Blumoff Harley Hall Harris Frank Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Mednikow’ Kathryn W. Warnick Arthur and Cindy Fishel Mrs. Debbi Robbins Mr. and Mrs. William T. O’Byrne Special Anniversary Congratulations and love, Faye Jerry Boeger With so much love, Faye Beth Libby Paul Denise Franz Beth and Fiery In loving memory of a great and Fiery Ms. Lyn M. McQueary Ms. Carla Wheelan husband, father, grandfather Meurer/Gibbons Wedding Max and Monte Sue Gassner: A wedding, a Nancy Millard’s 90th Birthday Mr. Thomas Gibbons Dorothy Bohning Mrs. Donna L. Knox birthday, and 30 years with Love, Faye Beth and Fiery Wedding Guests of Shawn and Ms. Linda Cosper HSMO Peter Mungenast Grace Miller Katie Angelique Meekins Bosley Godchild Clem Hundman Mr. and Mrs. Kurt Mungenast Happy 6th Birthday! Ms. Katie Willeke Mrs. Laverne B. Ivery Sue Gassner’s 30th Anniversary Roxi and Coco Kenneth “Bud” Miller and Kathleen Welter Dorothy Boss in the Dept. of Education at Ms. H. Schwabenland Kenneth Luther Mr. David Frey Ms. Colette A. Boss HSMO Jeff and Mary Hartman Willie From Laurie Livingston: For plaque Joan Whelan’s 80th Birthday Loretta Bridges Mr. and Mrs. Robert T. Burkert honoring Sue Gassner for her 30 Patricia Moore Happy 80th Birthday Mrs. Whelan! Deepest Condolences from your year anniversary with the Humane Mr. Cliff Schulte The Vonder Haar’s and Peyton friends at Wiegmann Associates Society of Missouri and Eli Honor Individual Marilyn Brown My Birthday Buddies Tammy Gau’s Birthday Angela Winfrey, DVM Mr. Nels O. Brown, Sr. Amy Abramson In honor of your birthday, a Happy Birthday Mom! Love, Abbott, Donna Springs & Betty Blank Dr. and Mrs. Barry Abramson donation has been made to the E.W. Bunkers Costello, Annie, Brownie, Baby, Humane Society of Missouri. Happy Andrew Yawitz Elaine, Juilda, Terry & Bill Bob and Jean Albright’s 50th and Dad Birthday! Tracey & Bill Marshall Gustafson Anniversary Cole Gieseking Congratulations-Love, Jean Barbara Nance Daniel Yawitz Gina Burns Britt D. Booker Mr. David S. Emshoff Tracey & Bill Marshall Mrs. Kathy Hewlett Bevelry J. Austin Mrs. Ilona Bukhshtaber Ms. Nancy Nance Friends of Bevelry J. Austin Ms. Lisa Gieseking Ms. Alveta Nelson Mrs. Michael Nevins Lucy Bailey Ms. Jeanne Mulligan Mr. Charles D. Mueller Ms. Nancy H. Ferrillo Hugh Grant Gordon, Liz J. Tails www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org 11 Jeanine L. Burns William “Bill” Darrish Robert A. Fitts Barbara J. Harris Kenneth Hunt Mr. Kevin F. Hunn Jr. Mr. Raymond Hartmann Ron and Judy Tinkham and Ms. Lara L. McDougall Our Thoughts & Prayers are with Mr. Joseph Jaworski Dorothy Hacker Ms. Sarah Morgan you during this time, The Katherine Busch Mr. Mike Campbell Mr. Mark Weisenberger Johnsons, The Von Behrens, The Steven M. Busch Cathleen G. Fitzgerald Mr. Jeff Rifkin Jedlickas, The Leekers, The Linda Daskoski Ms. Louise R. Charboneau Roberta “Betty” Busiek Tree-IMO Barbara Harris Stringers and The Fehrs Ms. Donna Springer Mr. Glen Busiek Art Flack Ms. Deborah Esayian Eugene Huskey Gary Davey Mr. Jerry Sills Joyce Tretter Cindy Buxbaum Whitney Harris Cindy Hayes Ms. Jacqueline Shore-Smith John Ford Mr. and Mrs. William T. O’Byrne Anita Hutkin Ms. Kathy Davis Bob and Missy Backer Ms. Shirley Wolverson Toni Buzan Daniel Hart Howard Witsma Mr. William Holcomb Mrs. Pamela Regensburger Bonnie Fosythe and The Heckarts Mr. Daniel Reilly Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Hanebrink Evanelle Kaye Davis Mrs. Alexandra Heckart Krista Byrd Scottie Hastings Gloria & Jeff Stolar Jerry and Joyce Gwillim Carol and Tarry Wood Helen Frank St. John’s Mercy Medical Center Gary Davy Jerry Iblenfeld Mrs. Sharon Gruber Pharmacy on Behalf of Steve Shaun Carlile Mrs. Leola Hayes Mrs. Mildred Moulder Dianne Carlile (3) Geraldine L. Fultz Hastings Rita B. DeFilio William Ives Mr. and Mrs. David P. Levine Patricia Hayek Viola Schegel & Earl Carpenter Mr. and Mr. Dave L. Simmons Ms. Madonna Knoche Dr. and Mrs. John Silberberg Mrs. Karen Stroberg Ms. Carolyn Callen Mr. Doug Jones Karen DeStafne & Jack Abeis Ralph & Marlene Rice Margarette Janoski Dr. William S. Carter Mart DeTienne Janet Smith Nancy Rice Chambers Ms. Barbara Buenemann Ms. Melinda Harper Ann & Tim McCormick Ms. Madonna Knoche Heidi Funke Kavein Hurd & Family Jeff, Janet, Casey, and Sadie Your Argent Family Laverne Devanny Caroline Duncan, Barbara Weir, Mr. Glen Nice Gwendolyn Janssen Jeaneane K. Davis Harry Katz and Family Bob and Vicky Reim Mary Margaret Blair Hayes Ms. Kathleen Ziegenmier Ms. Judy Kibler Molly, Dixie, Hunter, and Bill Mrs. Patricia Lane Allison Garcia Mr. Bhasker Shetty Ruth and Allie the Homan Louise Stevenson Karen Rending Elizabeth Jewel Carol Dillow Delores Hayes Jimie Carter James “Jim” Gerlock Ms. Diane Benz Ms. Joan W. Nowicke Colleen and Jim Schilittler LaVerne M. Richter Les, Connie, and Keith Taylor Orville Johnson Norman Doll Catherine and Eujames Landry Raymond Hebron Sally Cason Peter Mackinaw and Linda Limpert In memory of Norm Doll Judi and Missi Moon Ms. Christy Barco Nancy and Mike Connelly Ms. Carole Gorman Mom and Dad Fammie “Faye” Kallaos Judy Dombroski Edward Caswell Mrs. Gloria Paullin Mrs. Lynn F. Snodgrass Ms. Lisa Basich Jim & Barb Selby & Family Mr. Charles D. Mueller Sandy and Allan Mr. Jeff Rebhan Tom and Dode Skalas James Donnelly With deepest sympathy, Ms. Susan McCready Rosemary Certo Robert Heckel Miss Krisan Mindak Mike & Judy Scharf Ms. Kaura Easom Mr. Mark C. Camp C.V. Kelleher and Parents Mrs. Sharon M. Howard Harriet Ginther Anniversary Judith “Judy” Smith Champ Alvin Heimos Amber Steele Ms. Carrie Vogt Ms. Ruth J. Kelleher Ms. Linda M. Sylvanovich Ms. Mary E. Claves Board of Directors and Staff of Mrs. Jean Gase Alice Giovanini Florence Kelleher and Parents Cottleville Fire Dist. Barbara Heiter Rich Zander and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Giovannini Anniversary Pat and Dennis O’Brien Robert Zander Family Lenora Downer Ms. Ruth J. Kelleher Herman Gittelman Ms. Patricia A. Reilly Ms. Patricia Kottmann Mary Hiatt Thinking of you - Faye Beth Suzy Kershner Ms. Julie Hill Sandy Chiabai Charles Joseph Drew & Fiery Mr. and Mrs. Mike Kerhner Mrs. Christine Hawkins With sympathy from your Sherman Hicks Elizabeth Sue Gould Kate Kiel Mrs. Susan C. Bippen friends at Commerce Bank Ms. Joyce E. Patterson Ken Goldman Your Friends at Moser Mrs. Christine G. Brunner Mr. Christopher Eichorn Jeff and Lisa Davis Ms. Christa M. Gazall Field Media Services - Hugh, Lee Wolf’s Mother, Mrs. Green Gerry & Donna Robbins Daniel Kohler and Hairi Mrs. Sandy Roeger Gerke, Amy, Jef, Quigley, Bogey, Mrs. Rita G. Levis Mr. and Mrs. Delaner Thomason (5) David Hinze Mrs. Lisa M. Underriner Aaron, Ziski & Sean Nic Green Mr. Derek Linde Henry “Hank” Komos Pauline Christopher Patricia Drozda Ms. Paige Ohliger Michael McCarthy and Jim Hoerr Patricia A. Begley Don and Pam Rotty Patrick von Gontard Lois M. Guerin Ken & Andrea Brodzinski, Karen & Ron and Jusy Rauh John Church Rodman Durfee Your Friends at The Home Depot Marge Zesch, Amy Thompson Mrs. Michelle Chapman Marcia and Jack Meyer, Mata and Mrs. Shirley G. Durfee Norman Hall Theodore Hogan Carol and Tarry Wood Rajit Kohli, Alicia and Howard Tom Dwyer Dave and Joan Poos Ms. Susan A. Hartig Ms. Martha J. Lane Debord, Julie and John Weber, Ms. Marilyn Wnuk Walter & Barb Beatty, Pam & Mr. Kenneth A. Witbrodt Collen Laughen, Todd, and Sue Loretta Jean Holland Jeff Vogel, Mike & Terry Beatty, Sigma-Aldrich Corporation Parra, Pat and Floyd Schneider John & Josephine Dybiec Winco Window Co. Rick & Julie Morton Laurie and Daniel O’Brien Ms. Cynthia Ayala Ms. Patty Barton Keith & Janet Freeman and Jim Holsen III Telecom Pioneers Kirkwood Literary Society Dennis Ehrhard Jennifer & Ken Talley I Forever Love You! from Lindsey Book Club Pat, Cathleen, and Sean Lewis Michael Kornblum Marcia E. Hamilton Carrie Holt Your Friends at Boxes, Inc. Rita Clark Mr. and Mrs. Glen Wyman Mike and Anita Miller Dan & Dani, Rick & Natiera, Cheryl Stelter (Boxes, Inc.) Mr. Alan McClendon Ms. Christine Pfaender Mrs. Sally Safranski Tommy, Jerry & Dot, Ann & Andy, Ms. Amy Moss Mr. and Mrs. Michael Schultz Jim and Barb Forgash Mrs. Sandra Ellington Steve & Connie, Tom & Heather, Mr. and Mrs. Scott Walburn Judith Kracht Naomi Genevieve Cavner Dr. and Mrs. John W. Hamilton Stanford & Trish, Zack & Natalie, Randy and Ruth Howard Donald Kracht Clemons Bob and Joe Baer Hunter & Krystal Kevin & Jennifer Sanders Mary Ellebracht Mr. Al Middeke Walter Krieghausser, Jr. Alan Holtzman Ms. Linda L. Caldwell Mrs. Fernanda Sullivan Walter Krieghausser, Sr. Carol A. Coates Mrs. Joanne Norton Mr. and Mrs. Charles Nance Jim and Mary Moses Ruth Emshoff Jane Kuehl Ms. Claudine M. Salmieri Dorothy Horton Carol A. Margreiter Mrs. Marinne K. Tyrrell Eleanor Coleman Ms. Judith A. Willard Zion United Church of Christ Bob & Mickey Newyear Marge Evanoff Mr. and Mrs. Jim L. Lahm Bessie Kull Hope Huenergarth Affton Ladies of Elk Dr. and Mrs. John W. Hamilton Bob and Norma Avery Eleanor C. Connolly Ms. Constance A. Deschamps Steve and Nancy Serrot Gary, Pam, Chris, Skip, Ericka, Dale & Cindy Hughes George W. Ewing Mr. James L. Wilson Patricia Huhmann and Barry Mrs. Edith J. Spink Virginia Cooke McCollister’s Sue and Monica Schulze Helen Kay Kullenberg Mrs. Frances Kish Henrietta Fabry With deepest sympathy. Dianne Louise Hummel Bob and Mary Hemmer Ms. Kristen Weiner Carlile-Puppy Parlor Volunteer Margaret Creamer Mrs. Susan P. McDonald City of Saint Peters Arlyne Klouzek & Charles HSMO Mrs. Joann Esche John Key Kretschman Mr. and Mrs. David Harness John Daffron, Jr. Karen Feldman Shirley Hammond Hawthorn Physician Services Ms. Kathleen Williams Rich and Janie Brandel Mr. E. H. Kniep and Ms. Kathy Holman 12 www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org Fall 2010 Nicholas Kurple Grant Fording Maune Ruth Muskopf Annie Rooney Nikki Trukoski TMS Inc. Mr. Thomas K. Reedy Chuck Lutz Love, Ro Mr. Steve Besselman Mr. and Mrs. Phil Ford Kris and Larry Hillen Robert McCready Shirley Natterman Diane Rothermel Weir MInerials, Inc. Mrs. Mary Ann Shepard Abe and Pat Jim & Sue O’Fallon Marilyn Turnbough Virginia LaDriere Mr. Richard Fisher George and Rebecca Richards Mildred Neiman Diane Rothermel Gallop, Johnson & Neuman, L.C. Our Deepest Sympathy, With our deepest sympathies, Mrs. Ruth Bossch Bridget Marie Twitty Courtland Associates Wilma Lambur Carla, Philip, and Karla Ms. Carole Morris The Pritchard Osborne, Carolyn Rudd Mrs. Joan Yeckel LLC Team and Steve Dumstorff Bernice Nicholas Beth Finkle Melissa Van Bergen Carol Lamp Gus, Fay and Michael Patakas Bill and Darlene Kinderman and Pat and Norm Nachtweih Dennis Saak Mom and Dad Fammie Kallaos Harry Nicholas Ms. Jessica Duran Anthony R. Velasco With deepest sympathy, Mr. Darlene Kinderman Julia Landa Ms. Linda L. Delano Bart, Donna & Frankie Shepherd Dennis Barnes Toba L. Agarwal Orab Nicholas Velasco Gary and Nancy, Brett and Jackie Saur John and Barbara Schallert Mr. Jack Davis Michelle, and Brayden Ray and Kathy Saur Dr. Jorge A. Viamontes Sandra Landsbaum Maud Frances Nolan Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wulfing Dr. Rhonda Robinson Beale Marsha McMillan The Boys Hope Girls Ms. Suzan Jaffe Mr. William Hartrich In Memory of My Beloved Friend, Robert “Bob” Vogt, Sr. Hope International Ms. Susan L. Conover Bill, Todd, and Deborah Marsha Ms. Deborah Collier Love Stan, Claudia, Eric, Melanie, Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Saur Katherine O’Dea My deepest sympathies for your Tony, Brian, Lisa, and Adam Leota Meak Gladavelle & James C. Bell, Jr. Bonnie J. Sawallisch-Zuehlke loss. May God bless you & your Ms. Lee Anne Heise Ms. Helen Pollmiller family. Sincerely, Bill Williams Paulette O’Donnell Ms. Lauren Stauffer Betty Jane Langhauser George Meister I’m so sorry for this huge loss. Ms. Erin M. O’Donnell James Paul Scheer Ms. Donna Lake Ms. Diann Spurr Bob will be missed. I love you all. Ms. Oleta Peters James (Skeets) and Mary Lea Susan Orlando Grandma Rose John A. Lappin, Sr. Riley Schindler Mellott Linda and Mike Hammett Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Mertz Ms. Marilyn Gorman Ms. Charmaine Dubach-Robison Mr. Rick Berra Ms. Angela K. Walkenbach Gladys & Mary Schmidt Polly Hughes Mellinger Lee, Marcia, Rebecca, Cynthia, Peggy Schleef Mr. John Flemings Steve Schwartz and Celeste Martin, Frieda, and Shirley Lauth and Lisa Mrs. Jeanne Fischesser Doug Mueller & her friends at Walker In memory of Family-Marcella M. Ms. Charlotte A. Rancilio Anders, Minkler & Diehl LLP Sarah Schmitt Ms. Allison Schwartz Lauth Ms. Dorothy H. Daniels Randa Hanson 3Thaters, Jim and Pat Brown Mr. Michael Mahler Elroy Wallis Hiram Liggett, Jr. George Menos Mr. Glennon Zaitz Ruth Schmitt Mrs. Meghan Reed Strathalbyn Farms Club Jim and Sandy Corner Rick and Kathleen Heagney Mrs. Katherine L. 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Stevenson Mrs. Tracy Anderson Tony and Dave Deborah Wilson James Meyers, Sr. Charles Lee Perrica Vernon Shults Robert Watts Our deepest sympathies, Scan Mr. and Mrs. Patrick J. Martocci Les Perrica Earl and Carol Boren Linda Fear and Family Coordinations and Host Support. Tom Miano Dawn Cynthia Welkener Dierberg Markets Lynn Smith Marvin Hook The Mehlville Coaches and Staff Marion & Bill Posegate Patricia Alexander (7) Mary Ann Loyd Vince Viviano @ The Mehlville Debbie Midgely Rev. Dr. Quentin F. Sue Goodman & The Boys Administrative Team Florence Sparkman Gary & Laura Hoeferkamp Wesselschmidt Naikeshea Moore Lorraine H. Lynch Katherine Phon Rev. David Boedecker George H. Miller Ms. Mildred M. Johnson Ms. Pam Reidy John Sparks cchs 71, stl 79 Sue and Jim Dillingham Joanna Case & Glenda Goelz Ms. Joan Schif William J. Lynch, Jr. Gregg and Linda Paillex Lily Pickle Rocky and Duke Ken Schaper, The Pioneer Shoppe Ms. Jennien Yarmie Deane Springer Kenneth L. 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Miller Brenda and Greg Gravenmier Ms. Helen B. Ballard Smiths, and Bev Govreau Judith Thomas Linda Winzen David & Jane Cox From Pepsico and the guys from David Rea Marple J. Agee With love, Aunt Betty Dristrict 274 Ms. Margaret Best Geri Manthey Mark and Susan Scaia Mr. John Murphy Jerry Thurmond Ken and Luci Virginia Reynolds Steve & Tammy Tom and Pat Stiffler Mrs. LaVerne M. Richter Rodger Riney and Your Friends at Henrietta Marsten Ms. Carol Henzler (2) George and Dorothy Witsma Scottrade Dave Treloggen Dennis, Rose, and Matt Donham Howard WItsma Steven Mudd Phil and Kaye Tony and Jane Jokerst Jane Ann Rivera Forever In Our Heart Jean Wolf’s Sister Dr. and Mrs. Albert Hesker Love, Roger, Carolyn, and Families William “Bill” Trout Ms. Ruth L. Rosen Dylan Mudd Peter M. Mathews Jane Robins Rita and Tom Beezley and Family, Mrs. Linda L. Steinmetz Maria and Joe Beezley anf Family, Ellie Wright YNWA Parkway South High School Linda and Charles Amos Mrs. Patricia Hurster Aunt Ruthie’s Family Elmer H. Mueller Carol A. Rohlfing Gail Crain Mr. John Jones Gerry Trulaske Patricia Yencarelli Mrs. Margaret Ross Cannon Design-St. Louis Johnny and Arline Mueller Mr. and Ms. Robert Lloyd Mrs. Betty Al Kahl Mr. Richard Hartland Your Friends at Graphic World Missouri Spine Center (3) The Lucas Family Mr. and Mrs. Richard Rottnek Lauren Mulholland Charles B. Parrish Ms. Phyllis Thompson Ms. Mary Ann Braun Tails www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org 13 Help raise up to $20,000 for pets at this shelter. Just by watching the Beyond the Bowl videos. u r P e t A n d r Y o T h e Fo Wo od r l o d G t a i re o ™ ® BRAND ™ PET FOOD A ne w ki n d o f pe t f o o d i s co m in g so o n. O n e th a t ’s go i n g be yo n d th e ex p e c t e d, be yo n d th e in gr e di e nt s an d beyo n d the bowl. Visit PurinaONEbeyOnd.com to watch four videos that go behind the scenes of this new name in pet food. Because every time someone views a video, Purina ONE® beyOnd™ will donate one dollar to homeless pets up to $300,000 ffor Purina ONE partner shelters (limit $1 ddonation per person, per viddeo through December 10, 2010). That means up to $20,000 for our shelter alone! This is what going beyond is all about! Trademarks owned by Société des Produits Nestlé S.A., Vevey, Switzerland. Printed in U.S.A. 14 www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org Fall 2010 Now Available THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF MISSOURI HOLIDAY CARD The Barnyard Bunch Verse inside: May the Holiday bring the music of laughter, the warmth of friendship and the spirit of love. Our Barn Buddy sponsorship program gives you the satisfaction of giving a unique gift, while knowing you are helping to care for Card sales benefit the abused and neglected animals rescued horses and farm animals at Longmeadow Rescue Ranch. cared for at the Humane Society of Missouri and For your sponsorship we will deliver a Barn Buddy Membership its Longmeadow Rescue Ranch. package to anyone on your gift list in the U.S. And not to $12.95 per box of 12 worry...we’ll do the feeding and clean-up! Designed by artist Mary Badenhop The Holiday Sponsorship Package includes: • Personalized certificate of care • Color photo and biography of the animal The Perfect Gift • Opportunity to visit the Barn Buddy at Bailey HUMANE SOCIETY OF MISSOURI the Ranch in Union, Missouri • Cost to sponsor a Barn Buddy for 3 months: $100 to sponsor Twister the Horse $100 to sponsor Juniper the Mini Donkey $50 to sponsor Cassidy the Pygmy Goat $25 to sponsor Bailey the Peking Duck Cost to sponsor a Barnyard Bunch: $200 (1 month) $600 (3 months) $1,200 (6 months) Sponsor Bailey and Cassidy Bailey, a Peking Duck, is very friendly and likes to play Cassidy with her Barn Buddy friends and “talk” with visitors. Cassidy is a friendly and playful pygmy goat. She likes to Pet Adoption • Veterinary Medical climb on and jump from obstacles in her turn out. Bailey and Cassidy are both in need of Barn Buddy Sponsors. Services • Pet Supplies Questions? Call 314-951-1519 or email: [email protected] Available at the Headquarters and Chesterfield Valley gift shops. To order, visit hsmo.org or longmeadowrescueranch.org, download a Sponsor Form and mail with payment to Humane Society of Missouri Development Office 1201 Macklind Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110 Holiday orders must be received by December 20, 2010 Tails www.longmeadowrescueranch.org www.hsmo.org 15 . Humane Society of Missouri Non-Profit Organization 1201 Macklind Avenue U.S. Postage c opies? addres s St. Louis, MO 63110 PAID e r www.hsmo.org St. Louis, MO you Permit #1381 e duplicat g in chang v t o c ei 8 Re 59 ? Su ffering Ends 1 - 1 forHundreds 5 9 - D of Abused Animals 314 misspelled I l e Re scued Yorkies cal S e Nam Live the Life of Riley N Pleas I Barn Buddies Appear on NBC’s TODAY Show Caring is beautifull. Brown Shoe prouddly supports The Humane Society of MMissouri. 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