Letter to the Editor: Saying thank you to an amazing community

Last updated Mar 28, 2019 9:25am0

Journal photo by Brandon Cline count

Larry and Diane Swift were presented with a check for $48,261 by the Ritzville Eagles Auxiliary on March 22. That figure is the total amount that was raised during the Larry Swift Benefit Dinner & Auction that was held in February. From left: Ritzville Eagles president Neva Malby, Larry Swift, Ritzville Eagles secretary Sharon Oestreich, Diane Swift and former Ritzville Eagles president Kassy Kinch.

Dear Editor,

For the past few weeks, I have been trying to figure out how to thank an entire community for everything they have done for us. And the truth is, there are no words that could ever express the depth of our gratitude. From all the thoughts and prayers, food, cards, the trips back and forth, generous donations, and of course the big dinner and auction!

I know there are so many individuals, organizations and businesses that I need to thank and I'm afraid that I won't get everyone.

A big thank you to Eagles Auxiliary for getting it started and carrying it through. I know a ton of hard...