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The Spirit of SRVS Auction Affair,
held at the Hilton Memphis on August 22nd, was a
tremendous
success given our current sate of the economy.
Nearly 700 people attended the event that included
unique auction items, food from Memphis' restaurants, wine
tastings from around the world, and entertainment.
This year’s honorary co-chairs were Pam and Fred
Montesi and event co-chairs Fred Wesberry, D.D.S. and
his wife Anne.
Karen Perrin and Steve Conley from WKQK FM
introduced WMC-TV 5 news broadcaster Joe Birch who
returned to an enthusiastic crowd as our emcee and
auctioneer.
SRVS staffers Felicia Robinson,
Director of Community Living I, Yvette Hendree, Quality Assurance Monitor, and DSP
Torris Seay, opened the welcome ceremony with a song
composed by SRVS staff that commemorated the Spirit of
SRVS event, followed by The Honorable Mayor AC Wharton
who delivered opening remarks.
Legendary pianist Eddie Harrison tickled the
ivories and sang from his vast musical repertoire along
with local jazz sensation and saxophonist Bill Hurd from
the Bill Hurd Quartet. Company d Dancers from the Downs
Syndrome Association of the Mid-South made their
traditional comeback, but it was SRVS’ very own service
recipient, Katie Russell, who brought the house down
with her own singing rendition of her favorite song,
Rocky Top.
For the first time, SOS Industries showcased
their new line of products under the label SOS Designs.
More than $200 in orders was placed for their
handcrafted cell phone cases, purses and stepping
stones!
Guests were able to mix and mingle as they bid on
auction items including jewelry by Doron Diamonds,
artwork, sports memorabilia, and travel packages.
We were also fortunate to have a rising local
celebrity, Hailey Anne Nelson, who modeled a Chameleon
Stone during the live auction.
Hailey has worked with director Tim Burton in the
movie Big Fish, and played Roseanne Cash, daughter of
Johnny Cash, in the biopic Walk the Line.
Her soon to be released films are A Fix and
Becoming Jessie Tate.
Thanks to all our sponsors, donors and volunteers
for their time and talent in making this one of the most
exciting auction events around town!
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