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In Memory of Sharon Rivaldo
Throughout my years in public service and non-profit work I have met some truly incredible people, but few can measure up to Sharon...

Gary Mervis
Mar 24, 20233 min read


In Memory of Ed Nietopski
I had the honor of attending calling hours on Sunday with my wife, Wendy, for a man who dedicated his life to serving others, especially...

Gary Mervis
Mar 14, 20232 min read


On the 41st Anniversary of Teddi Gaining her Angel Wings
February 27th is a day of love, remembrance, and courage, for Camp Good Days. 41 years ago, today, my daughter, gained her angel wings....

Gary Mervis
Feb 27, 20231 min read


Teddi Dance For Love
On Friday, February 17 at 8:00 PM, hundreds of students, faculty, and community members gathered in the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Athletic...

Gary Mervis
Feb 27, 20234 min read


It Starts With Us: Choose Love
It is crazy to think that in just a few short days you can see the best of humanity; thousands and maybe even millions of people hoping and praying for a speedy recovery of a beloved player, to the worst of someone as innocent as a 6-year-old child intentionally pulling the trigger of a gun to critically injure their teacher. You see stories like this so commonly that we are now desensitized to the horror of it all. You switch on the TV and the first thing you see are the det

Gary Mervis
Jan 20, 20232 min read


Our Special Pup: Vic
As I write the last blog for 2022, I write with a heart that is broken. This year will go down as one of the most challenging years for...

Gary Mervis
Jan 9, 20234 min read


Remembering Tilahun Belete Gushish
He will dwell with them, and they shall be his people, and God himself will be with them; he will wipe away every tear from their eyes,...

Gary Mervis
Dec 22, 20224 min read


In Memory of an Angel: Dave Stebbins
These are unprecedented times we are living through. COVID has had a tremendous impact on our society, and we will feel it for years to...

Gary Mervis
Dec 9, 20223 min read


Honoring Our Caregivers in the Month of November
November is a month dedicated to gratitude, family, and giving thanks. Obviously, I have plenty to be thankful for this year, including...

Gary Mervis
Oct 21, 20212 min read


October Blog
Sometimes, I feel like the luckiest person in the world. Why you may ask? For the last 43 years, I come into my office and I’m excited to...

Gary Mervis
Oct 14, 20212 min read
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