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Kevin’s Story

Kevin is completing a chaplaincy internship at Mercy Health — St. Rita’s Medical Center. The internship program is supported by your donation. He is learning the full breadth of Mercy Health’s spiritual care and how it provides better patient care.

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Meet the Cecala Family

Cheri Cecala felt compelled to support the new Mercy Health Women’s Health Center from the moment she first heard about it. Along with her daughters Carmen and Ellie, the Cecala family is investing in the women in their community through a trusted partner.

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Meet Maria Sanko and Dino Guagenti

Maria Sanko and Dino Guagenti might be cousins, but they are as close as siblings. Not only do they work together at CCR Realty in Lima, but they also share the same philanthropic goals. Both Maria and Dino are loyal donors to the Mercy Health Foundation Greater Lima. Dino sees the impact of their gifts firsthand as a board member.

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Michelle Barry’s Story

Delivering a baby on Mother’s Day seems like any new mom’s dream scenario. But for Michelle Barry and JC Setty, their first day of motherhood was more like a nightmare. Thankfully, donor gifts were there to save Michelle’s life.

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Tom Simmons’ Story

Tom Simmons is a lifelong resident of the Lima region. He is a native of nearby Ada, Ohio, where he still lives and works as a college athletic director. Because of donors, this lifelong resident has the chance to live a long life.

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Meet Buddy Wilton

Gratitude inspires E. Carlton “Buddy” Wilton, Jr. to give to the Foundation. And over the years he has learned a few tricks to maximize his generosity to have the greatest impact. Learn more about how Buddy uses several ways to donate, now and in the future.

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Dr. Eapen’s Story

Dr. David Eapen enrolled in an elective course on spiritual care, thanks to donors. It has helped him develop a deeper understanding of patient priorities and goals.

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Carolyn’s Story

Thanks to donor support and a sharp-eyed neighbor, Carolyn Dunahay is with us today. She suffered a stroke while gardening and received lifesaving care at the Mercy Health — St. Rita’s Neuroscience and Rehabilitation Center that donors support with their gifts. Today, she is fully recovered and grateful to have her independence back.

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Meet Dr. Joseph and Mary Sreenan

Dr. Joseph J. Sreenan believes it is a privilege and responsibility to give back to his community. He and his wife Mary give to support scholarships for the Community Medicine track at Mercy Health — St. Rita’s Medical Center’s Undergraduate Medical Education program.

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Meet Sam & Anne Halker

As donors for more than 45 years, the Halkers have witnessed the lengths Mercy Health has gone to for Lima. Their support of GME is making Lima a healthier community.

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