This Veteran’s Day on Saturday, November 11th Wings Over The Rockies’ 2017 Spreading Wings Gala honored the courage, determination and sacrifice shown by the men and women of Flight For Life Colorado, celebrating its 45th anniversary of service through St. Anthony’s Hospital. This year’s Signature Sponsors were: Air Methods and Centura Health.
Lisa Wolf, James Reeman, Julie Schroeder
The evening– emceed by aviators Sean Tucker and Amelia Earhart–featured special stories of the rescuers and the rescued, guests representing first-responders, military, the aviation industry, and a showcase of the military’s relationship with Flight For Life. Wings also showcased two vintage helicopters—specifically the Huey and the Alouette–which were both vital to the formation and early success of Flight For Life Colorado.
President/CEO John Barry thanked donors and provided an overview of education programs and the history of Flight For Life Colorado. Originally founded in 1972, Flight For Life Colorado is the nation’s original air ambulance service and to-date they have transported more than 114,000 infants, children and adults. Premier Sponsors this year were: Children’s Hospital Colorado, El Pomar Foundation, Craig Hospital, Gogo Business Aviation, and Textron Aviation.
Entertainment was provided by The Silhouettes, a unique entertainment company featured on “America’s Got Talent” TV show, which performed several dance and acrobatic routines to pay tribute to Flight For Life and veterans. For more information please visit the Wings web site: https://wingsmuseum.org
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- Photographer Betty and Keisha Makonese, Wings Director of Sales & Events
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- Jane Scott, Wendy Wozniak, Melissa Perez
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- This year’s event honored Flight For Life Colorado and Veterans
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- President/CEO John Barry speaks with guests
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- Dillon and Krista Mortenson
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- Donors provided a great selection of Silent Auction items
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- Banners reflect a decade of gala events
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- This year’s event attracted some 500 guests
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- Lisa Wolf, James Reemen, Julie Schroeder
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- Lisa Wolf, James Reemen, Julie Schroeder
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- Susie and Jay Weinstein
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- Michael and Adele Syverson
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- Amber Raskin, Kira Golden, Alicia Miller
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- Decorations for the evening
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- Charlie Kercheval and President/CEO John Barry
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- Charlie Kercheval and President/CEO John Barry
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- Tom and Rejane McNamara
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- Hetty Carlson, Rejane McNamara, Amy Dewberry, April Lanotte
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- Stacey DeFore, Chritie Lee, Joe Rice
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- Jack Thompson and Greg Anderson
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- Mary Wooden, Joshua Nichols
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- Jeff Weule, Phil Steffes, Margaret Hill, Julie Grissinger
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- Brian and Sara Loveridge
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- Dr. James Mann and Jocelyn Mann
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- President/CEO John Barry, Colorado Lt. Gov. Donna Lynne, Ellen Barry
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- Bonnie Kramer and Bonnie Carroll with therapy dogs, Molly & Ely
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- James Reemen and Jessica Castellano, Wings Chief Development Officer
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- Sean Tucker with Lindsay and Ken Sain
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- Brandon and Lisa Jewett
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- Melody and Elizabeth Mesmer
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- Cadets Michelle Ingle and Joseph Engelbrecht
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- Michael Maya Charles, Amy Dewberry, Rejane McNamara
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- Kim, Grace and Peter Werlin
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- Yasmin Sullivan with grandson, Isaac
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- Emcees Sean Austin and Amelia Earhart
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- The Gala recognized the Huey and Alouette helicopters used for rescue operations
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- Emcees Sean Austin and Amelia Earhart
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- Amelia Earhart described Wings programs
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- President/CEO John Barry shares some history for Flight For Life Colorado
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- President/CEO John Barry thanks donors and supporters
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- Emcees Sean Austin and Amelia Earhart
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- The Spreading Wings Gala honored veterans and St. Anthony’s Flight For Life Colorado organization
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- Auctioneer Don Martin oversees a very successful live auction
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- About 500 guests attended the 2017 Spreading Wings Gala
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- The program featured The Silhouettes dance troupe and a salute to Flight For Life Colorado
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- The Alouette helicopter has served Flight For Life Colorado for 20 years
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- The “Sweet Sioux” UH-Huey Helicopter honored at the event
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- A wide variety of auction items from generous donors
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- The annual Spreading Wings Gala has featured astronauts, scientists, military heroes, and aviation pioneers
