The Pet Gazette
Summer 2016
From the Shelter
"UPAWS is amazing!" I said those words long before I started working for UPAWS, and long before I knew all its details of amazing. I knew I had
two great dogs from the shelter, I knew they took beautiful pictures, I knew they adopted out lots of different types of animals, and I knew they
genuinely cared that they did the best by any animal that entered its doors.
But I didn't know about Otis (Pugsly) yet. Otis is a 12 year old dog that
needed a little extra attention as soon as he arrived. An enlarged
heart, heart murmur, and a collapsed trachea led to some significant
breathing issues. We put him on medication immediately and he was
kept in the office instead of the kennel until he was fostered. The
fosters got Otis into necessary veterinary care, which included dental
assistance and now he is enjoying a new lease on life and soaking up
the attention with his new family.
Otis is a happy boy with his new
family. Look at that smile!
I also didn't know about Bruce yet. Bruce is anxious and bond
strongly with his person. He's also very high energy and tennis balls
are his true love. Bruce needed a life outside the shelter that focuses
on exercise, training and boundaries. He's well-mannered in the
house, and loves time on the beach. All of this is because of a
committed foster family that takes the time for exercise and proper
introductions.
Bruce is one of our Adoption
Ambassador pets and is in foster care.
I didn't know about Junie or Teenie yet either. Or the kittens that come in as rescues or strays but can't be adopted because they are too small.
Both Junie and Teenie came from Elk Country Animal Shelter. Teenie was found on the side of the road and Junie needed socialization. Both
cats were far too young to be without their mother, so as soon as they arrived they were placed into foster care until they are big and strong, and
until safe to spay. Both found great homes.
Why am I telling you these stories, other than just to tell you what I didn't
know? It is so we now can tell you about another amazing program we are
excited to launch. Adoption Ambassadors is provided by funds from a grant
through the ASPCA. The Adoption Ambassadors program is foster care taken
to the next level: UPAWS will supply simple training and a few tools, and our
foster parents take it from there.
Junie is an adventure kitty!
She’s harnessed trained!
The benefits Adoption Ambassadors include reaching a new audience of
adopters because you will see these pets on a hike, at the park, on an
adventure wearing "Adopt Me" vests while their people where a shirt that
says "Ask me about my foster." It will get potential adopters in direct contact
with the people that know the most about an animals behavior so the
conversations happen one-on-one to find the perfect match of pet to family.
It will expand the home-to-home adoption model and free UPAWS up to help
more animals. And even better- it works for cats too. Keep an eye out for the
cats walking with their fosters wearing their own 'Adopt Me' vests.
Teenie loves big dogs! Her best buddy
in foster care is a pitty mix named
Jazzy! She’s a fun kitty.
When I first uttered the words, years ago, "UPAWS is amazing," I didn't yet
know the EXTENT that the people at UPAWS care for their animals or the extent that they rely on people in our
community. I know even better now that UPAWS IS amazing. We are finding success with our programs, our save rate, and our reach, but we're
not done yet... there is still more that can be done, especially with your help.
~ Kori Tossava, UPAWS Executive Director
Upper Peninsula Animal Welfare Shelter • 84 Snowfield Rd, Negaunee MI • 906-475-6661 • www.upaws.org
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Board of Directors
Reva Laituri—President
Michelle Dillinger
Vice President
Joan Mulder
Treasurer
Lynn Andronis
Secretary
Patricia Davis
Dr. Karen Duquette
Kathi Fosburg
Dr. Scott Jandron
Kathy Leone
Christian Verardi
Amber Wetton
Executive Director
Kori Tossava
Shelter Manager
Kimberly Randolph
Assistant Manager
Jacie Fisher
Volunteer & Community Outreach
Coordinator
Ann Brownell
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Letter from the President
This issue’s Letter from the President is rather bittersweet
to write because it is my last one. After serving as
president for the past six years, it is time to explore other
volunteer opportunities with UPAWS and to do that, I need
to make time. This is something I’ve wanted to do for a
couple of years, and now that we have an executive
director to pick up some of the work load, and have board
members who are willing and more than ready to take on
the responsibility, it seems like a good time to hand over
the gavel.
Reva with her dog Bella
As I mentioned, I’m really not going anywhere. After all the years of work and planning, I really want to
be involved and present when the dream of a new shelter becomes a reality. I also hope to participate
in more transports of animals between shelters as well as get a little more involved in fostering.
UPAWS recently received a small grant from the ASPCA to start a foster ambassadorship program. This
is an exciting next step in fostering, both for the animals and for those who invest so much of their time
and hearts in their charges. It will allow those foster families who want to play a bigger role and
become a decision-maker in where their foster pets go, the opportunity to do so. I can’t wait to be one
of the first to participate in the pilot run of this new program.
It has truly been an honor to have served as your president. Serving on any board and volunteering for
any organization is not something done in a vacuum. Depending on the level of involvement, in
addition to all the people within your organization, it takes an understanding family to make it work.
So, first, I need to thank my husband Dave, who never once complained about the countless meetings
I attended, the days I spent working on projects, or the times I left him home alone to care for our five
(now four) dogs to attend conferences. He has not only been tolerant and supportive; he has been
very understanding of the extra burdens that fell to him.
It takes the hard work of board members, staff and an army of volunteers to turn dreams into goals,
and goals into reality. All have been crucial to the success of UPAWS and its many strides and
programs. That being said, I cannot take leave without mentioning three individuals in particular who
have been my personal go-to people and support from day one. They have been the first always to say
“what can I do to help?” and have served as listeners and advisors. When constructive criticism was
needed, I could count on honest feedback. They have offered moral support, encouragement, and
have provided lots of laughter to ease the stress. All three are hardworking, dedicated and passionate
about the welfare of animals and the future of UPAWS. As a president and board member your
effectiveness depends on the people around you and I was very fortunate to be surrounded by some
really amazing, dedicated and visionary people. So, Lynn Andronis, Ann Brownell, and Joan Mulder,
thank you for being there from the beginning.
Email
[email protected]
~ Reva Laituri
Call
906-475-6661
Adoption Ambassador Program
UPAWS has been generously awarded the American Society for the Prevention
of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) Adoption Ambassador Grant for July 1 –
December 31, 2016. The Adoption Ambassadors program gives dogs and cats
a better chance at finding homes by expanding your reach and engaging
volunteers as adoption counselors, talent agents and foster parents at the
same time. It lets adopters get more detailed information about an animals' behavior in a home
environment and improves the quality of life while awaiting for adoption.
UPAWS provides all fosters with supplies, all vetting, and necessary resources. Please consider joining our
foster program today. Call 906-475-6661 or email [email protected]
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Meet UPAWS New Managers
Hello! My name is Kim Randolph and I
am pleased to introduce myself as the
new manager at UPAWS. I am a
graduate of Northern Michigan
University with a degree in Wildlife
Management and Criminal Justice. As a
passionate pet owner and adopter
myself, I look forward to working with
our community and continuing to enrich
the lives of the animals who call UPAWS
their temporary home. I've been a
member of the UPAWS family for a year
and a half and every day I continue to be
amazed and inspired by the dedication
and passion of the staff, volunteers, and
supporters. I am honored to be a
member of such a great team.
Sponsored by local business members
NEVER leave your pet alone in the car!
Even when the outdoor temperature is a mild
75 degrees, the indoor temp of your car can
get as hot as 99 degrees Fahrenheit in as little
as 10 minutes. Just don’t do it!
Kim Randolph (left) UPAWS Manager with
Jacie Fisher (right) UPAWS Shelter
Assistant Manager
In my spare time, I enjoy visiting the
local hiking trails with my faithful
german shepherd, Zoey, and my very curious "adventure" cat, Ruger. Along with
exploring, I also enjoy animal/nature/landscape photography, drawing, and
painting.
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My name is Jacie Fisher and I’d like to start off by thanking the UPAWS family and
the community for the opportunity to continue to contribute to the betterment of
animal welfare in the U.P. From a young age, I realized that I loved animals and
had a passion towards bettering the lives of all animals I encountered. Once I
recognized that I couldn’t take home or rescue every stray animal I found, I decided
to start volunteering for my local animal shelter. Once I was old enough to be an
animal caretaker, I jumped at the opportunity and have been involved with U.P.
animal shelters ever since, which is now going on 10+ years of involvement. I
moved to Marquette in 2010 to attend Northern Michigan University and
graduated with a Bachelors of Science in Zoology in 2015. Throughout most of my
time living in the Marquette area, I have been employed at UPAWS and I proud to
say that I am celebrating my fourth year as a team member at this wonderful
organization.
I am excited to accept the Shelter Manager Assistant position and continue to
strive towards contributing to the betterment of care within animal shelters and the
communities in which I serve, while following the no kill-philosophy of creating a
world where we no longer have unwanted, abused, or homeless animals.
Did You Know?
UPAWS is an independent non-profit which is not affiliated or
supported by any other humane organization nor do we hold any
political agenda with them. We do at times apply and receive
grants from other humane organizations or join some of their
national campaigns. The county does not provide financial support.
UPAWS maintains a neutral position regarding hunting, which is a
way of life in the Upper Peninsula.
We are a local nonprofit charitable organization dedicated to taking care of the homeless,
unwanted, abandoned and abused domestic animals in our community. Our mission is to
improve the quality of life and welfare for domestic animals and to provide a safe haven
while finding lifelong homes for the animals in our care. We embrace the No Kill
philosophy, seeking to end the euthanasia of healthy and treatable animals.
Avoid walking your dog in the heat of the day.
Steer clear of asphalt, pavement or other
surfaces that can burn tender paw pads or
overheat small dogs.
Garage – watch out for the toxic buffet
If you have a curious cat or carnivorous canine,
the garage can be a dangerous place full
of interesting smells. Items like weed killer,
fireworks, bug spray, and even charcoal
briquettes are all toxic to animals, but can be
quickly ingested if left unattended.
Humidity can be dangerous; Especially to
some dog breeds
When the air is humid, be especially mindful
about your pet overheating. Animals pant to
help cool themselves down, but humidity can
make it harder to do so, especially for dogs
with short snouts like pugs, bull dogs, and
boxers.
Consider a life jacket. Dog life jackets are a
must for boating dogs, but they’re also
recommended if your dog is an unsure
swimmer. (Plus your dog will just be so cute in
it!) On that same note, keep your dog away
from any dangerous currents in fast-flowing
streams.
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If your business would like to become a UPAWS
member, please contact Steffani at
[email protected] or phone 906-475-6661
VOLUNTEERS HELP IN MANY WAYS! LEARN HOW YOU CAN BECOME INVOLVED AT WWW.UPAWS.ORG
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Time, Love and Tenderness - Lexi’s Story
If you have a moment, this is Lexi's story, our story -- which makes
her photo's and behavior in them even more amazing. She came
from UPAWS. As you now call it - I was a "Foster Failure." If I
remember correctly, originally her name was Alexandra II. She
was in the UPAWS "Lonely Hearts Club" for over a year. Not only
did she have a traumatic past -- she had to be kept in the
bathroom at UPAWS because she could not interact with any
humans or other animals.
I'd been watching the website for over two years, wondering if I
could ever have a cat again as I was allergic years ago. About
two weeks after I lost my nephew Grant to Osteosarcoma, I went
to UPAWS to pick out a cat. As the world would have it -- the
"Lonely Hearts" cat I initially had gone for had been adopted that
day. I asked about any other declawed cats, and there were none. Just before I left I asked about one cat that I saw on-line but
she was not in the cat room, called Alexandra. The staff asked if anyone had told me about her and I said no, not having any
idea what they meant.
Alexandra and I met in the bathroom. We sat on the floor next to the toilet
just looking at each other. She was so curled up and withdrawn that I
didn't even know she had white on her. Although I couldn't touch her, I
went back the next day and asked to foster her.
Since day one, every day, when I got home from work I carefully but quickly
picked her up one time softly saying, "I love my Lexi" and would put her
down. I had maybe a half a second to do this but did it every day. It took
six months for her to purr once but I continued to offer her safety, peace
and love. Another six months later she began to purr regularly. I asked for
nothing from her but of course, as we all know I have been blessed over
and over in return. Leaps and bounds and blossoms - is what I call her
transformation over the past three years. Every couple months since we
found each other, I remark and am amazed at her continuing progress and
zest for life. We have moved a couple of times but always stayed together.
Lexi is curious, likes people, loves the fresh air and bird-watching. There is
an undeniable level of trust and enjoyment in life we share. Now when I
come home from work - she greets me; on her back, legs in the air and
wants her belly rubbed. It doesn't get any better than that!
Our story, her story, is a testament to UPAWS, and to all the staff and volunteers, to love and to never giving up.
~ Pam Henriksen
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UPAWS “Lonely Hearts Club”
60 Days is a long time for a shelter pet to wait for a family. Why
is a pet waiting that long? Maybe they are older, not as outgoing, quiet, maybe they blend in, not as fancy looking as others. Most are simply overlooked, but will make wonderful family members if only given a chance. Because of this UPAWS offers the Lonely Hearts Program to any pet that has waited for
over 60 days at UPAWS. Any pet in this program is sponsored
by Swick Home Services! That means Swick is paying their
adoption fee to help encourage people to take a second look at
these deserving pets.
Buster is our resident goof ball! He is a silly boy
with a fun, unique personality. He is in foster
care, please call UPAWS to meet him.
If you are a kind-hearted person who loves to help those in
need—take a look at our “Lonely Hearts Club” members, and
perhaps one will be the love of your life. One may just steal
your heart!
View them at www.upaws.org or call #475-6661
READ UPAWS HAPPY TAILS AT: WWW.UPAWS.ORG/HAPPY-TAILS
Barry is a friendly 7-year-old male; front declawed
cat. He is a favorite of the staff and volunteers
and everyone that meets him falls in love!
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Adopting Pets with a Past
Thinking about getting a pet? UPAWS can help you find the perfect pet and discover how amazing
adopting a pet can be. By no means are shelter animals second-rate pets!
UPAWS would like you to know that there are still many myths associated with adopting shelter
animals including:
Myth: Animals from abusive/neglected situations will not make a good pet: Most animals coming
from abusive or neglected homes will usually make a remarkable recovery with proper physical and
emotional care and love. In fact, just talk to most anyone who has adopted an abused or
neglected pet. They will most likely tell you that their pet almost “knows” they were saved and are
extremely grateful, devoted and loving.
Myth: Shelter animals are inferior to purebreds: Many people mistakenly believe that purebred
pets are superior to mixed breeds. Purebred dogs and cats are not smarter, healthier or more even
tempered than dogs and cats of mixed breeding. However, if you have your heart set on a
purebred pet, you may want to visit your local animal shelter or breed rescue first—25-30% of
homeless dogs are purebred in most shelters!
Myth: Shelter pets are obviously not good pets,
otherwise why did their original owner get rid of them?
In a study conducted by the National Council on Pet
Population Study and Policy (NCPPSP), the study
showed that the top seven reasons for relinquishment
for both dogs and cats are the same.
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Moving
Landlord not allowing pet
Too many animals in household
Cost of pet maintenance
Owner having personal problems
Inadequate facilities
No homes available for litter mates
Myth: Shelter Animals Are Older & Not Trainable: While most of the pets in shelters and pounds are mature animals, there are also puppies and
kittens available for adoption. The saying "You cannot teach an old dog new tricks" is false. Shelter animals respond well to good, effective and
positive training methods. When training your pet it is important to be consistent, patient and understanding. UPAWS is always here to help you
with your adopted pet, along with offering outside sources if need be.
Benefits of pet adoption:
Lots of choices! Pure breeds, mixed breeds, big,
small, active, laid back, young, old, adult ... there's
plenty of variety to find the right pet for your
lifestyle. You can find not only dogs and cats but
birds, guinea pigs, domestic rats, bunnies, ferrets,
& even horses at the shelter!
Shelter pets are a bargain! The cost of adoption is
inexpensive compared to buying from a pet store or
breeder. This includes spay/neuter surgery, health
check, microchip, worming, rabies and first
vaccinations.
You pretty much know what you are getting. This is
especially true with an adult dog or cat. You’ll have
a good idea of personality and the animal’s size.
Plus mature pets are often already housetrained and may have some basic training.
Pet Adoption is a Loving Option! You can feel great because you are helping an animal, giving it a second chance. This good deed is returned
over and over by the love, companionship and devotion your pet gives back to you and your family. There are few experiences in life more
satisfying and rewarding as adopting and giving a homeless pet a loving home.
~ Ann Brownell—UPAWS Community Outreach Coordinator
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Special Thanks, Memorials & Honorariums February 1, 2016 through May 31, 2016
Special Thank You to:
Eastwood Nursing Center Employees for their
‘Casual for a Cause’ fundraiser.
Grandchamp, McBride & Prophet for their ‘dress
down’ day.
Jamberry Nails for their fundraiser.
Jon’s Auto for their special March promotion to
raise funds to help us.
Marquette Board of Light & Power Employees for
their fundraiser.
Marquette Breakfast Rotary for their help.
NMU’s Icehouse Fraternity for their ‘Bachelor
Auction’ fundraiser.
U.P. Digestive Staff for their help.
In Honor of:
Dorothy Arnold (for Mother’s Day) From: Robin Hill
Shelly Bailey From: Andrew Bailey & the human
Baileys of Muskego, WI
Janice Barber From: Kirk Matthews, Hannah
Moran
Mary Bullock From: Nicole & Derrick Allen
Kathi Fosburg From: Linda Breakie
Margo Matthews Birthday From: Linda Matthews
Janet Moran From: Megan & Hannah Moran
H. Virginia Olson for Mother’s Day From: Paula
Rampe
C. Annie Stanley From: Jean Barry
Kids Helping
Jason Andary donated money from his dog sitting.
Daisy Troop 5082 for their help & pet sponsorship.
Tucker & Tanner Havel had a lemonade stand to
help our shelter.
In Memory of:
Abel Alexander From: George & Cheryl Bodenus,
Julie Jacob, Doyle & Julie Richards, Sally & Scott
Searle, Vera & Joe Szczur, Laurie VanDamme, Larry
& Candice Varnado, Gail & Gary Zanetti,
Muriel Anderson From: Lynn Cesarek
Robert Beauchamp From: Susan Flannery, Carl
Fulsher, James & Carol Fulsher, Stephen LaCosse,
Stephen & Karen Mattson, Diana Peterson,
Marcella Snowaert, Eva Vigo, Marquette Internal
Medicine Assoc. Employees
Elwin Bell From: Margaret Bell & ‘Valentine’, Brad &
Rebecca Adams, Barbara Avery, Joseph Bell, Helen
Bell, Michael Bell, Kathy Blake & Mark Hirvonen,
Betty Chudy & Skip Matson, Yvonne Dorais, Janith
Frazier, Howard & Joan Fregeole, Annette Greene,
Bruce & Jackie Heikkila, Kathy Jacowski & Family,
Jim & Joan Johnson, Don Koskey, Lucille Koski,
Bryan LaChapelle, Dorothy Lajeunesse, Sue & Daryl
Longtine, Betty Murray, Patty Myefski & Family,
Dennis O’Neill, Werner & Pat Peterson, Ward &
Darlene Rantala, Daniel & Martha Rice, Jere & Mary
Stafford, Martha Tuimala & Lillian, Kenneth & Janet
Vickstrom, John & Barb Weisser, MGH Hospitality
Gifts
Lou Berry From: Lani & Nancy Duquette
Pamela Mavis Borlace From: Diane & Jim Asikainen
Tom Brits From: Rose Herrala
Florence Buhrmann From: Alan Johnson
Dennis Burns From: Gina Adamini & Robert Libick,
Shelly Beaudry, Kimberly Bourgeois, Bonnie Brown,
Doris & Stephen Childers, Donald & Joyce Erath,
Jeff Gamble, Gina Johnson, Sheila & Tim Leahy, Ed
& Janice Noel, Margaret & Jerome O’Neill, Lou &
Barb Wallin, Bonnie Walk, Kate & Rock Young
Dorothy Carlson From: Theresa Walden
Louis M. Somero Carter From: Lani & Nancy
Duquette
Dorothy Collins From: Marilyn Bridges & Family
Madonna Coombe From: Renae Godish, Doreen
Lawson, Paul Dushane, Leigh Dushaine
Pauline Cooke From: Robert & June Menard
Jerry Crawford From: Leigh A. Barry
Marge ‘Babe’ Dawe From: Robin & Pat Barrows,
Diana Bennett & Paul Blemberg, Joan Blemberg,
Julie Blemberg, Tom & Barbara Buchkoe, John &
Sharon Carlson, Daniel & Marilyn Cook, Lani &
Nancy Duquette, Barbara & Dr. David Gilbert, Mary
Glass, Martin & Carol Hanninen, Paul Hannuksela,
Brian & Patricia Hicks, Jon & Jocelyn Hicks, Susan &
Robert Hogg, Jamie & Joshua Holmes, Jill Krah,
Marlene & Phillip Ombrello, Marilyn Rabideau, Ilene
Rappazini, Tanya Reffruschinni, Richard & Paula
Schwenke, Clark & Bobbi Sullivan, Dennis & Jean
Suardini, Carol Watt, Cindy Steinbruck-Wommer,
Gary Wommer
Fred Defauw From: Lani & Nancy Duquette
Ron Deiter From: Diane Bertola, Carol & Elizabeth
Beyne, Joseph & Anne Levandoski, Diane Mattice,
Michelle & Mark Sellers
Pat Dixon From: Tom & Sharon Martin, Bob &
Crystal Swanson
Steve Etelamaki From: Kathleen & Randy Annala,
Sabina Carlson, Terry & Diane Cody, Geraldine &
Paul Davidson, Earl & Jean Eliason, Daniel
Etelamaki, Douglas & Tanya Etelamaki, Shirley
Lahti, Heidi & Kim Lenten, Mark & Sandi Mager,
Richard & Susan Myer, Phyllis Palmer, Paulette &
Dean Patron, Terry & Janet Simula, Barbara
Sippola, Jack & Jonelle Specker, Lois & Fred
Stonehouse, Allen Sunni, Russell Williams
Larry & Pat Farrell From: Shawn Chambers
Betty Farrow From: Dean, Sylvia & Goose
Delongchamp, Kathy & Allen Solka
Tessie Farwell From: Frank & Laura Farwell
Thea Filizetti From: Pearl Filizitti
Joe Fittante From: Linda & Gary Goodman
Lorraine Fortin From: Renee DeRoche, Barb
Dupras, Mike, Joan, Melissa & Jon Hill, Phyllis
James, Lois Kampe, Carl & Verna Maki, Donna
Mattson, Sandra Meyskens, Pat & George O’Neill,
Bobbie Kay Verran
Sandy Gannage From: Carol & Jim Borst, Kathy &
Joseph Carriere
Christine Gardner From: Karen Kersey
Dave Gleason From: Christine Bresnahan, Gary &
Deborah Frederickson, Linda & Gary Goodman,
Michael & Christine Haines, Henry & Karen Heliin,
Clayton & Anita Johns, Bonnie & Alan Johnson,
Janet & David Lefeber, Joanna & Gary Perucco, Lori
& Kevin Piggott, Mary & Robert Schwenke, James &
Margaret Scopel, Harry & Mary Smith, Marilyn
Wojczan
Betty Halterman From: Sheree Ontto
Gerald Harrington From: Kristen Axberg, Carol
Brady, Gail Carlson, Karen December, Judy & Tony
DePetro, Marilyn & Marvin Gauthier, Mary K. &
Wade Grady, Richard & Susan Meyer, Terry & Janet
Simula
Monroe Harrison From: Doug & Debra Kroon
Carole Heidtman From: Mike Heidtman & Effie
Mihaloew
Yelma Hex From: Edward Gagnon
Joan Hintsala From: Semco Energy
Reino Hintsala From: Semco Energy
Merton A. Holman From: Carol & Bob Carlson
Lorraine Honkavarra From: Susan J. Lamere
Marva Ittner From: Mark & Kathy Hirvonen, Bud &
Dodie Raudio, Dave Raudio
Shelly Johnson From: Katie Johnson
Dick & Merle Juidici From: Michelle Dillinger
Betty Kalili From: Susan & Roger Bowman, Joseph
& Mary Buys, Jennifer Cihak, Mary Ganfield, John
Herman & Jacqueline Peterson, Gene Jones, Judith
Jones, Carole Poggi, Jane & Matthew Surrell, Jr.
Joan Kapeller From: Jean Burns, Theresa Fralick,
David Kallio, Pauline & John Kiltinen, Mark &
Sandra Knoebel, Lorna & Matthew Obiden, Florence
Olivier, Joanne Perry, Joanna & Gary Perucco, Cheryl
& Howard Schram, Stephen Yates, Mqt. Co.
Genealogical Society
Rev. Rudolph Kemppainen From: Linda & Gary
Goodman
Carol Koch From: Linda St. Aubin
Angela Koistenen From: Jacelyn Kosey
Theresa Kosonen From: Carol & Thomas Pence,
Joanne Pruett, Lorraine Gerlach, Alice Peterson’s
Family, Lois Millet & Beth Rubenstein
Leo LaFond From: Ann Beauchaine, Sheila & David
Champion, Kathleen Chavez, Linda & Gary
Goodman, Bonnie Hoff, Joanne & Karyn Johnson,
Don & Mary Leece, Gary & Elizabeth Nevala, Brian
& Loretta Niemi, Shirley Roberts & Pamela Cain,
Reuven & Marlene Romback, Mary A. St. Andre,
Eagle Mine
Viola Linna From: Paul & Dawn Kangas
Don Maki From: Glen Calltharp, Georgia Carlson,
Deidre Collins, Karen Dapra, Randall & Sally Duer,
Wendy Duer, Geraldine & Bruce Funk, Lori
Haapalainen, Dale & Christine Hamari, David
Hamari, Karri Hamari, Lori Happalainen, Brian &
Jaime Houghton, Michelle Hubert, Randall
Hubinger, Mary Johnson, Jackie Kuhn & Ray
Sharkey, Michael Laurich, Kathy & Tom Leone,
Wendy Maki, Renee & Fred Martin, Marlene Menze,
David & Cheryl Bollero-Oberstar, Edith & Ron
Pariseau, Alton & Elry Reetz, Robert & Darlene
Sibilsky, Michael Skytta, David St. Onge, Steven &
Janis St.Onge, Crystal & Bob Swanson, Julie
Swanson, Barbara Tasson, Jackie, Ed & Katy
Tresedder, Sally Wiitanen, Jodi Ann & Doug Zanetti
Roland Maki From: Mary Lou Maki, Robert & Carol
Carlson
Bridget McCarthy From: Maureen & Randy Jensen
Ray Meyer From: Harlen & Nona Heikkila, Carol &
Mark Maloney, Eric Meyer, Vicki Morcom, William &
Carol Palomaki, Marquette County Horse Club, U.P.
Pioneer Sams
Ray & Joyce Meyer From: TruNorth Federal Credit
Union
Mary “Millie” Mongiat From: Nancy Anderson,
David & Karen Kimar-Johnson
Molly Myler From: The Brugman Family, Margaret
Dorow, Gregory Dupras, The Kahler Family, Annette
Greene, Marrilee & Robert Keller Jr., Mary Knauss,
Dorothy Lancour, Paulette & Steven Lindberg,
Michael & Raeann Loy, Jane & Matthew Surrell,
Jackie & Jim Winkowski
Ruth Numikoski From: Julie Blemberg
Cheryl Perrod From: Peggy Ann York
Roberta “Bobbi” Peterson From: David & Mary
Allie, Sue Altmann, Robert Apple, Tammy Bierman,
Robert Bouschor, Helen Bowers & Nancy Gabres,
Mandy Carrier, Ed & Penny Cuyler, John DeRocher,
Allen & Janelle Doan, Bryson & Rebecca Ennis, Ken
& Maryann Farley, Darlene & William Frazier,
Barbara Gero, Terry & Rick Hartwig, Rachel Hetico,
Billy & Christine Jenkins, Lorraine Johnson, Marilyn
Klahn, Jill & Scott Krah, Sandra Laine, Marylyn Lee,
Carol Moore, Ronald & Barbara Neaves, Diana
Nelson, John Oberstar, Mary Owen, Frank & Hazel
Paull, John F. Peterson, Jon Peterson, James &
Judith Provost, Al & Mary Ann Sanderson, James &
JeanAnn Whitman-Shelby, Jean Steinbruck, Bernard
R. Stephansky, Wendel & Jean Suckow, Crystal &
Bob Swanson, Mr. & Mrs. Donald Toti, John &
Phyllis Trudeau, Terrance Waddell, Bonnie & George
Wanska, Steve White, Cindy Steinbruck-Wommer,
Marquette Lions Club
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Thankfully, our list is extensive. If we have inadvertently missed someone, or something, we apologize and please let us know.
Sharalee Ann Presti From: Richard Presti
Elaine Rautio From: Michael & Cindy Rautio
Ricky Renfors, Jr. From: Robert & Crystal Swanson
Edward ‘Jim’ Retaskie From: Brad Adams & Rebecca
Bell, Cheryl & Harley Andrews, Anthony & April
Bertucci, Todd & Judi Brugman, Ron & Jack Bullock,
Sara Cambensy, Wendy Champion, John & Nancy
Clark, Gregory Dupras, Jack & Cheri Erickson, Mark
Hirvonen & Kathy Blake, Jan & Mike Crawford, Tim &
Lois Goldsworthy, Carol Hamlin & Family, Mark
Hirvonen & Kathy Blake, Philip & Constance Joffee,
Ron & Ellen Krieg, Diane Botsford Kuhn, Bruce Lind,
Cindy & Mike Makela, Cookie Maki, Steven Miller,
Patty & Kenneth Montagna, Robert & Teresa Nease,
Cindy Paavola, Christine & Steven Rector, Tim &
Kerry Retzloff, Walter & Connie Scanlon, Laurie &
Thomas Shaw, Matthew & Jane Surrell, Donald Toti,
Jerry & Marie Vashaw, John & Deborah Veiht,
Assembly Employees, C.G. Bretting Manufacturing,
Gundlach Champion, Inc. MARESA
Mildred ‘Millie’ Roberts From: Susan Johnson
Fred A. Rosten From: Lani & Nancy Duquette
Vito & Jean Roti From: John & Lois Gorto
Elizabeth Sage From: Rachel Holman
De Senchuk From: Sheree Ontto
William Smolich From: His Family
Carol St. Aubin From: Paula Corlett, Sharon Riekki
Alice Steinberger From: Bonnie Arkens, Nancy &
Gary Beck, Janet & Lawrence Johnson, Bruce
Robertson, Jean & David Whitcomb
Janel Renee Sturzl From: Tony & Susan Tollefson
Thelma (Jokinen) Sundquist From: Russell Jokinen
Wayne Trepanier From: Joseph Bering, Lois
Hermanson, William & Vicki Lawrence, Larry & Lori
Marta, Crystal & Bob Swanson, Mqt. Board of Light &
Power
Carol Valenti From: Linda Vernier
William Wilder From: Thomas & Florence Olivier
Charlotte Yelle From: Ann Steer
Ovid York From: Al Borowski
Bobby Young From: Miriam Hilton
In Memory of Pets:
Alie From: Andrea Scarpino
Asia & Baby From: Jacelyn Kosey
Alie Weddle From: Andrea & Zac Scarpino
Barclay From: Jim & Ann Becker
Baron Moore From: Sandy, Shane, Bucky, Bristol &
Jack Place
Brewster & Rocky From: Jacqueline & James
Madson
Calvin From: Karen J. Goins
Chaucer From: Patricia Mayer
Chevelle From: Bill Jandreau
Chopin Keranen From: Rae & Tony Elliott
Cobb From: Lesley & Jon Addison
Cooper Kivela From: Carol & Mike Farmer
Daisy Phillips From: Doris Ann Brey
Dargo Wilson From: Ann & Garrett Brownell, Rachel
Holman, Reva Laituri
Hadley Laituri From: Reva & Dave Laituri, Ann &
Garrett Brownell, Joan & Karl Mulder, Karen & Joe
Rhodes, Linda Roncaglione & Tom Brecheisen
Hombre & Reno Johnson From: Jo Foley, Joan & Karl
Mulder
Hunter Korpinen From: Sylvia, Dean & Goode
Delongchamp, Scott Delongchamp & Arturo Perez
Jasmine Knutson From: William Knutson
Jeekers Stone From: Mary & Doug Stone
Kessler Argall From: Reva Laituri
Kitsy Asikainen From: Diane & Jim Asikainen
Kuningas & Sunny Karno From: Richard & Nan
Karno
Leo O From: Robert & Cynthia Blumer
Lucky From: Carol & William Farmer
Miss Kitty From: Hazel S. Paull
Misty T. From: Bliss & Larry Rovelsky
Moses From: Nancy Hamlin
Nicholas Swanson From: Crystal & Bob Swanson
Nikki Campbell From: Reva & Dave Laituri
Oak Gencheff From: Stephanie & Nelson Gencheff
Otis Redding, Jr. From: Johanna Novak
Pebbles Roncaglione From: Marie & Ralph Keto,
Reva Laituri, Linda Roncaglione & Tom Brecheisen,
Jackie Pauls
Riggins Prince From: Jenna Johnson
River Linne From: Ruth Mattson
Russell Duquette From: Lani & Nancy Duquette
Sara & Max Zeug From: Debra & Kenneth Zeug
Savannah Ward From: Christine List
Scruffy & Gizmo Hawker From: Al & Lisa Hawker
Sophie Holman From: Patricia & Timothy Terrance
Sophie Nissa From: Rachel Holman
Spiderman Selvey From: Terri Selvey
Stanley Burgrabe From: Margaret Potes
Teddy From: Liz White
In Honor of Pets:
Jazzie From: Gini Lyke
Lily From: Margo & Martin Matthews
Magdalena Savannah From: Judy Haye
Orki, Sadie & Missy From: Lynn Chevrette
Zilly From: Martin, Margo, Luci & Kristina Matthews
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or [email protected] to learn about
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Faithful Friends Planned Giving
Your pets have given you a lifetime of love. In return, the perfect tribute to their devotion
is a life-time gift to your no-kill community animal shelter, UPAWS. Together with people
like you, we’ve saved the lives of countless homeless pets and helped them find their
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Upcoming Events & Activities
NON-PROFIT
P.O. Box 968
Marquette, MI 49855
Marquette County Fair Beer Tent
Marquette County Fairgrounds
August 11th—14th
ORGANIZATION
U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
FOX Marquette & UPAWS Adoption Event
Wednesday, August 24th from 3pm—7pm
FOX Marquette
PERMIT NO. 157
MARQUETTE, MI
Super One Cookouts Marquette & Negaunee
September 2nd and 3rd
Current Resident or
49855
Strut Your Mutt
Mattson Lower Harbor Park
September 17th
Sally’s Ride Fundraiser
Marquette County Fair Grounds
September 23rd & 24th
Eagle Mine/Century 21 & UPAWS Adoption Event
Friday, September 30th
Century 21 Marquette
Cause for Paws Charity Event
Holiday Inn Marquette
October 21st
For more information, phone (906) 475-6661 or visit www.upaws.org.
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