The Music... T He Voice... the Legend
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idstuff SPRING 2014 r K i d s “ O u a r e e v e rky b O ” d y ’ s K i d s ! NOVEMBER 8, 2014 The Music... The Voice... The Legend... Live!! 1 2 OVER 650 GUESTS filled the Hyatt in true fashion, made played to. With help from Regency Houston Downtown Im- enormous contributions to our loyal friends, at H-E-B perial Ballroom for the Houston ensure the success of the who provided purple Children’s Charity 17th Annual evening. As in past years, 3 orchids for the entire Gala. Diana Ross brought the entire Dave Ward kept the pro- ballroom and with the room of black-tie attired guests to gram flowing and the addition of Grand Empire their feet as she sang some of her guests entertained. Rev- Chandeliers, created espe- greatest hits, “Ain’t No Mountain erend Mary Gracely, One cially for the evening, the High Enough,” “Come See About Spirit Interfaith Community, ballroom was nothing short Me,” and “Baby Love.” The diva did generously provided a of spectacular. Howard not disappoint with her 4 high-speed heartfelt and personal Venegas with CÎROC costume changes and elaborate message to the crowd as ULTRA PREMIUM VOD- stage set. she delivered the 4 KA provided a “Martini Bar” Also in the spotlight were Gala Hon- evenings invocation. Rev- for the evening’s guests and In this oree’s, Leticia & Stephen Trauber, erend Gracely is a longtime a bottle of CÎROC auto- A Better issue: Night’s Sleep CITI Vice Chairman and Global Head of friend and supporter of graphed by Sean Combs. Page 3 Energy. It was a privilege to pay tribute HCC and it is a privilege to The winning bidders were to this dynamic duo that contributes so have her be a part of our Kris Cogliano & Rebecca Christmas 2013 much to our Houston community. evening. Bolin. Also,special thanks Page 7 Gala Chairmen, Penny & Paul Loyd, Darryl Murchison of Dar- to our longtime sup- ryl & Co., managed to create porter, Denise Ehrlich of Rathbone Wine 1. Janice & Tad Brown, Leticia & Steve Trauber, Monty Meave, pure “diva” elegance in the ballroom! Group and Leon Sierra of Bronco Wine Com- Maria Moncada Alaoui, Penny & Paul Loyd Ms. Ross shared with the Executive Di- pany and Mid-State Wine for providing the fine 2. Paige & Tilman Fertitta 3. Jeanette & Jim Woods rector, Laura Ward, that is was one of wines throughout the evening. By evenings end, Chariots for 4. Donna Peak, Melissa & Brad Juneau the most beautiful rooms she had ever CONTINUES ON PAGE 4 Children Page 4 HOUSTON CHILDREN’S CHARITY • SPRING 2014 • 1 2013 Chairman’s A GATHERING OF CHAMPIONS Award 1 T THE ANNUAL BOARD 2 A MEETING, HCC’s Chairman of the Board, Tilman Fertitta, presented this award to a well 3 4 deserving board member who has made exceptional contributions through out the calendar year. Bob Ogle 8 In the history of this 5 6 7 charity, The Chairmen’s Award had never been given to a member of the Advisory Board. This year that changed. Not only is Bob Ogle an Advisory Board Member, but also On May 9, 2013, Houston one of the Founding Members of Children’s Charity brought 11 9 Houston Children’s Charity. Bob is together a star-studded hands-on in everything he does and line-up that epitomized is a blessing to Houston Children’s the dreams and high char- 10 acter necessary of a cham- Charity and the special children 12 we serve. pion. Over 35 celebrities headlined the Annual “Gathering of Champions” event at the home of Paige and Tilman Fertitta. 14 15 Thank You This multi-generational event raised over $125,000 for Houston’s special 13 Franco Valobra! children. The evenings vibe was “white ON SEPTEMBER 5, 2013, FRANCO hot” and those in attendance enjoyed VALOBRA / VALOBRA MASTER delicacies from Landry’s signature col- JEWELERS IN HIGHLAND VILLAGE, lection of restaurants. The sleek white couches set the glowing mood on the 16 hosted an event where a portion of the 17 proceeds pool terrace of the Fertitta’s estate. went to Dueling pianos played under the Houston spectacular skies for the evenings Children’s guests. Charity. The allure of the evening showcased And what a an outstanding lineup of sports person- wonderful alities, athletes (both active and leg- evening endary), and heroes. it was! Guests mingled with the celebrities and salute the best and the brightest! As Everything Elvin Bethea.........................................................NFL Hall of Fame; Houston Oiler Gregg Bingham..................................Spent entire 12 year career as Houston Oiler collected memorabilia and autographs. always the event will be held at the home was PERFECT Bobby Boswell...................................Houston Dynamo, 2-time MLS Cup Champion Kris Cogliano won the coveted live of Paige and Tilman Fertitta and only – catering, champagne, and great people! Brian Bosworth..................................................................NFL Linebacker & Actor auction package that included four 100 tickets will be sold. IF you would The exquisite piece that Franco Valobra Michael Chabala.........................................Veteran Defender for Houston Dynamo Ray Childress...........................Houston Oilers; 5-time Pro Bowl Defensive Lineman tickets to the 113th US Open and a like to purchase tickets or need more donated to the 17th Annual Gala auction Brian Ching........................................Houston Dynamo, 3-time MLS Cup Champion round of golf for four at Royal Oaks information, please call our office at – silenced the room!!! A Ladies necklace Roger Clemens..................................................................7-time Cy Young winner Country Club. The signature silent auc- (713) 524 – 2878. This is an evening with three (3) strands of 10-11 mm pearls Curley Culp............NFL Hall of Fame; Super Bowl IV Champion (Kansas City Chiefs) Carlos Delfino...............................Houston Rocket; Gold Medalist in 2004 Olympics tion items were life-size autographed you don’t want to miss!! and 16 KT of gem quality citrine – valued Eric Dickerson..................NFL Hall of Fame; Single season rushing yards record (2,105 yd) cut outs of several Houston Texans play- at $25,000! Our most heartfelt thanks to Larry Dierker...............2-time All-Star; 1998 Manager of the Year (Houston Astros) our longtime friend and supporter, Franco Clyde Drexler....................NBA Hall of Fame; 10-time NBA All-Star; NBA Champion ers. Dancie Ware took home the #8 Marshall Faulk................ NFL Hall of Fame; Super Bowl XXXIV Champion (St. Louis Rams) Matt Schaub. Monty Meave won the 1. Group Photo Valobra – your generosity abounds! TJ Ford............................Naismith College Player of the Year, John Wooden Award 2. Michael Chabala, Kofi Sarkodie, Henry "Hunter" Teichman, In the crowd; Maria Moncada Elvin Hayes.......................NBA Hall of Fame; 12-time NBA All-Star; NBA Champion #81 Owen Daniels. Jeff Hildebrand Bobby Boswell Alaoui, Penny & Paul Loyd, Dave Andre Johnson.........Houston Texans MVP Wide Receiver; 7-time Pro Bowl Selection won the #99 J.J. Watt. While Kevin Ed “Too Tall” Jones................................Super Bowl XII Champion (Dallas Cowboys) 3. Tilman Fertitta, Debbie & Roger Clemens Ward, Kellie Letsos & Gary Becker, John Lucas.......................................................................NBA player turned coach Teichman won both the #80 Andre 4. Calvin Murphy, Joe Washington Grant Guthrie, Janice & Tad Brown, Kevin McHale .............................NBA Hall of Fame, 3-time NBA Champion; 7-time All-Star Johnson and #99 J.J. Watt. Congratula- 5. Laura Ward, J.J. Watt Tilman Fertitta, Edna Meyer-Nelson, JJ Moses..................................................................................Houston Texans Ambassador tions on your high bids! 6. Ed “Too Tall” Jones, Laurie & Matt Schaub, J.J. Watt Dontatas Motiejunas.....................................Houston Rocket; Won the Baltic Championship 7. Laura & Dave Ward, Kevin McHale DeeDee & Wallis Marsh, Carol & Dr. Calvin Murphy...........................................NBA Hall of Fame; All-time Free Throw % Leader Special recognition goes to John B. Tom Sawyer, Stephanie Baird, Melissa Travis Ortmayer ............................................................................America’s Strongest Man Johnson of Bud Light/Silver Eagle 8. Gary Becker, Kelli Letsos, Norelle & Brian Becker 9. Mindy & Jeff Hildebrand, Paige & Tilman Fertitta Juneau, Darlene & Cappy Bisso, Kris Chandler Parsons.....................................................Houston Rocket; 2013 NBA Rising Star Drew Pearson...............................................Super Bowl XII Champion (Dallas Cowboys) Distributors for supplying the evening’s 10. Tad Brown, Elvin Hayes Cogliano, Darla Lexington, Christine Chester Pitts...............................Houston Texans Ambassador; Co-Host of 610 Sports Radio beverages and thanks also go out to 11. Tilman Fertitta, Penny & Paul Loyd & Bill Napier, Merrill Rome, Virginia Kofi Sarkodie............................................Dynamic Outside Defender for Houston Dynamo Paige and Tilman Fertitta of Landry’s 12. Ray Childress, Darla Lexington Steepe, Dan Shank, Joanne King Matt Schaub.......................................................Houston Texans; 2-time Pro Bowl Selection Restaurants, Inc., who underwrote the 13. Eric Dickerson, Patrick Fertitta Herring, and Astrid Van Dyke. Brian Vickers ..............................Texas Strongest Cop; 5-time World Powerlifting Champion 14. Perri & Dan D’Armond Charlie Ward ......................Heisman Trophy & Davey O’Brian Award Winner; NLB Draftee