Benefit dinner held for Cook
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Cook, a McMinnville native, was diagnosed with a fast-growing form of cervical cancer in March. Since her illness struck, she has spent most of her time in the hospital and has accumulated enormous medical expenses.
Her family and friends are coordinating the benefit.
?She has given so much to everyone including me,? said close friend Carolyn Fults. ?I?d do anything for her. She?s a wonderful person. Even now, her spirits are up.?
The dinner will include a summer favorite ? grilled hamburgers and hot dogs. Along with your choice of entrees, there will be drinks, chips and desserts available. Cost for the meal is $5.
Currently, donations for the auction are being accepted. Donations will be accepted up until the day before the auction. If you have anything to donate, call one of the numbers below and someone will gladly pick up the items.
The dinner will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. and the auction will start at 6 p.m. North Warren Fire Department is located at 9086 Smithville Highway. For more information or to donate items please call Glenda Rice at 815-6441, Marilyn Bain at 507-0550, Carolyn Fults at 473-2150 or Becky Ross at 473-1776.