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Summer 2015
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The Prince’s BallEvent Recap
Golf Classic Photo Gallery
6 Cinderella’s Photo Gallery
11 Porter Hills GolfClassic Recap
14 Steven F. JonesArt Unveiling
16 Keeping up with Porter Hills
It’s PossibleThe Porter Hills Foundation
Presented byBuiten & Associates LLC
Mary Agnes and Jay Wisentaner, Elizabeth Wisentaner and Mia Kirchgessner
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Please mark your calendar: Where in the World is the Porter Hills Foundation going next year?
We’re heading to a Field of Dreams Thursday, June 9, 2016!!
The Prince’s Ball On Thursday, June 4, 2015 the Porter Hills Foundation took a
journey to The Prince’s Ball. The transforming tale of Cinderella
took us on a journey revealing dreams do come true with kindness,
courage, and faithful friends. We discovered that “It’s Possible” with perseverance and a pure heart.
Cal Owen, Fred Bogaert and Jean Boyden
Bailey’s Grove residents and Sharon Huizing
Sr. Aquinas Weber, Paulette and Bob Israels
Meghan Kraley, Dale Johnson and Mary Ann Barrett, OP
“King” Larry Yachcik greets Sue Emdin.
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Sharon Buursma
Chair Porter Hills Foundation Board
Larry Yachcik “The King”
President/CEO, Porter Hills
Michele McIsaac
Vice PresidentDevelopment, Porter Hills
With the Angel Fund
It’s PossibleWe were honored that more than
400 guests joined us on this evening
to celebrate the transformation
of dreams to reality through the
generous support of our Angel
Fund. Seeded 100% with charitable
contributions, this self-sustaining
fund provides the “magic” for
future endeavors to grow wings
and take flight.
As each funded dream realizes
success, the initial investment
is repaid to the Angel Fund and a
new dream is provided with the
opportunity for growth. Over time,
the Angel Fund will allow Porter Hills
to self-fund many, if not all, future
programs, projects and quite possibly
all of its capital needs.
With the Angel Fund and our friends
we truly believe“It’s Possible.”
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JoAnn Abraham and mom, Mary Ann Maloley
Vivian and Angela Muilenberg
Kevin and Amy Paniwozik
Rudean Fairman, Rene and John Darling and Robert Fairman
Mice playing in the field.
Where in the World volunteers ready to greet guests.
Gloria Lara and Milton Roye
Margey Dawe being greetedby “King” Larry Yachcik.
Mary Ann Maloley and Sharon Buursma
Jordan Carson from WOOD TV8, Jake Harmon and Erin Cree from WOOD TV8
Lisa Schrotenboer and from WZZM13 Lauren Stanton
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Lisa Schrotenboer and from
Jeff and Mary Kay Hoodhood
Mae and Randy Preston
Alicia and Mark Adams
Barb and Tom Jackoboice
Bill and Barbara Goodspeed
Sr. Teresita Garcia and Lucianne Siers, OP
Gene Fortune and Vern Herring
Riley and Kellie Norton
Melissa Verhey and Kaylin and Rachel Smith
Melissa Jekel
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Meg Frantz and Sarah Charnley Mary and Del Muelenberg
Roger Oetting and “mouse” Eric Haun
Kelly and Susan Haun
Tom Carabellese and Dale Simmons
Betty McNeil, Verledia Mosley, Rev. Melody Johnson and Alice Ahlbrand
Marcia Oetting and Ann Kelley
Peggy Ronan, Kelly Carey, Rob Miller, Robin Miller, and Mike Ronan
Pam and Amanda Dykehouse, Hope Feikema, and Sarah Dykehouse arriving at the ball.
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Carol Vermeulen, Joe Hall, Dirk Vermeulen, John Vermeulen, Kelly Vermeulen, Mae Preston, Donna Van Haren, Randy Preston
Ann and Cal Owen
“King” Armen Oumedian and Sharon Buursma
Cal and Pat Verduin, Cal and Katie Danhof, John and Nancy Barrows, Jean Boyden and Fred Bogaert
Jordan Carson from Wood TV8
Magee and Dan Gordon
Debra McConnan andNancy Cromley
Suzi and Rick Merpi, Deb Jones and Alan Abraham
Guests mesmerized when Prince Charming arrives.
Residents from Bailey’s Grove and Oak Ridge enjoy dinner.
Larry Yachcik addressing the “Kingdom”.
Porter Hills Foundation, VP of Development, Michele McIsaac thanks guests.
Our Fairy Godmother wishes you farewell.
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Cinderella and the Fairy Godmother
Ugly Stepsister enjoys the ball.
Tim Cusack reading the Kings orders.
Cinderella and Prince Charming
Evil Stepmother and Ugly Stepsister
Dancing the night away.
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“I didn’t know John Varineau played golf.” “He doesn’t. He plays the clarinet.”“What if we don’t use Judge Smolenski’s drive? Are we in contempt?”
“The grass REALLY is always greener at Porter Hills!”
On Wednesday, June 24, 2015, the Porter Hills Foundation kicked off summer with their 2nd Annual Porter Hills Golf Classic…The Grass Is Always Greener. It was a crazy day of golfing with a spinning wheel, a Judge and a Musician all to support the Porter Hills Benevolent Fund. This specially designated fund allows us to assist eligible residents who have exhausted their financial resources.
FORE!!! Porter Hills Golf Classic 2015: The Grass is Always GreenerPresented by: Buiten & Associates InsuranceSponsored by: Huntington
Presenting Sponsor
Ace Sponsor
Eagle SponsorPageworks
Birdie Sponsors Applied Imaging
Berends Hendricks Stuit Inc.
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carelinc Medical
The Christman Company
Norris Perne & French, LLP
Plante Moran, PLLC
Trivalent Group, Inc.
Verhey Carpets
Par SponsorsDickinson Wright, PLLC
Elzinga & Volkers Construction Professionals
Mr. Armen Oumedian
Jim & Marie Preston
Ziegler Capital Management
Our Sponsors
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Jake Visockis wishes Luke Lemire a Happy Birthday!
Phil Alt lining up his shot.
AJ Rings, Chris Borek, Chad Perry and Jeff Hoag
John Varineau distracts the golfers.
Mike Dunlap, Jim Carl, Mike Curtis and Dave Poplin
Team from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan ready to get on the greens.
Jason Beel and from WOOD TV8, Jordan Carson
Dickinson Wright team - placed 2nd overall.
Jim Pokorney, Doug Datema, Steve Hiligan and Dale Simmons
Paul Vander Sluis, from team Pageworks, getting ready to spin the wheel to see how far he can advance his ball.
Hole in one Judge Sarah Smolinski? Almost!
Adam Young from Procare watches to see where his shot lands.
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Team Berends Hendricks Stuit, David Douma, Nick Bykerk, Andrew Vredenburg and Pat Dalton
Bishop Anthony Michaels, JoAnn Abraham and Mike Simon
Mike Bozek, Luke Engelsma and Mitch Borr
Bruce Barnhart, Mark Clarke, Mark Allard and Bob Eleveld
Dan Oumedian takes his shot with Doug Johnson looking on.
Last place team... The grass is always greener next year!
Tom Jackoboice heading out to the greens.
David Brown is pleased with his shot
Bob Mills. What can we say?!?!
Lisa Schrotenboer
Bill Miller, Brent Martin, Don Powel and Chris Knappstein
Paul Radinski, Nick Zourdes, Jason Hartman and Jorden Fairbanks from Applied Imaging were the overall winners!
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When Porter Hills lost Steven Jones last year, his family created an art fund. In keeping with the wishes of the Jones family to preserve the memory of their loved one, memorial funds were raised to acquire original artwork by Michigan artists and were unveiled in ceremonies at Cook Valley Estates and Porter Hills Village in April 2015.
Steven Jones’ family was well represented at the Unveiling Ceremonies. Quran Griffin said of her father that when he moved them from Los Angeles to Michigan the family grew to include their extended Porter Hills family. Oftentimes he would knock on the doors of his “work family” who graciously accepted his family into their lives. Steven’s sister, Debbie Jones, was instrumental in establishing this art fund, served on the Art Selection Committee and said she thought her brother would love the vibrancy and real sense of continuance that the artworks represent.
The artists joined family, friends, donors, residents and staff for the Unveiling Ceremonies.
An oil on paper by well-known local painter, Stephen Duren, of Caledonia, Michigan, is exhibited in the Main Lobby of Porter Hills Village, with a very colorful and bold sense of style.
A series of five large glassworks by Mr. Robin Hages, represented by the Water Street Gallery in Douglas, Michigan, is installed along the grand stairway at Cook Valley Estates, adding a sense of light, energy and movement.
James Preston, Chairman Emeritus of the Porter Hills Foundation, said the Unveiling Ceremonies were held in celebration of a man who for many was the “first face” of Porter Hills. Acquiring the works of art to honor Steven Jones serves as a lasting tribute to a beautiful man who, like the exquisite works that have become part of the Porter Hills art collection,
was a tremendous asset to the Porter Hills community.
Steven sparked a sense of creativity in us and with the addition of the new art, his spirit will live on at Porter Hills, added the Reverend Melody Johnson. Porter Hills President/CEO Larry Yachcik remembered Steven Jones as a kind, gregarious man with great energy and a unique laugh who embraced the Porter Hills community for over a decade. The art acquisitions which are of great beauty remind us of Steven’s inspiration and vitality.
Those interested in establishing an art fund in honor of loved ones or to celebrate significant milestones can contact our Director of Major and Planned Gifts, Stephanie Neal, at (616) 309-1035.
Porter Hills Proud STEVEN JONES ART UNVEILED
Steven F. Jones Sr. Porter Hills Sales Associate2000-2014
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“I am humbled and honored that the Art Committee found art that connects
with the memory of Steven Jones.”~ Stephen Duren, Painter
“Every glass experience is different. I am honored to represent Steven Jones’ memory and his spirit.”
~ Robin Hages, Glass Artist
James Preston introduces Steven Jones’ daughter Quran Griffin (L) and Artist Stephen Duren (R).
Steven Jones’ Family with Larry Yachcik President/CEO of Porter Hills
Blown Glass by Artist Robin Hages
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President/CEOLarry Yachcik
Porter Hills Foundation
Michele A. McIsaacVice President of [email protected]
Stephanie NealDirector of Major and Planned [email protected]
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Rachael BozekDevelopment Assistant [email protected]
Porter Hills Marketing
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Larry YoungCommunications Manager 616.949.4975, ext. [email protected]
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