We have a lost a member and dear friend!

From Sue Bennett-Bara’s daughter, Angela Bennett Willoughby:

Yesterday, we said a tearful goodbye to our Momma, Sue. She was one of the kindest, generous, and loving people in this world. She was surrounded by Family and Friends as she took her last breath. Her passing was peaceful after a long 7 week battle with pneumonia, lung surgery, and a fatal diagnosis of Mesothelioma Sarcomatoid. She fought with grace and a resolute understanding that she would gain her wings. Although this has been devastating for us, we are also glad she is no longer in pain and can breathe with ease.

Join us in a Celebration of Life for her on Saturday, July 20th at 10am at the Central Baptist Church – 5830 SR 100, Palm Coast, FL 32164. We will then transition to her home Church- Flagler County Baptist Church around 12 for a reception, located at 500 N. Pine Street, Bunnell, FL 32110.

Momma was extremely loved by so many in the Community so Parking will be tight, attendants will be on site to assist, carpool if you can but bring your stories, your memories and all the love for Ms. Sue.

We thank you for the outpouring of love you all have given to her these last few weeks and look forward to seeing you all then

Her daughter Angie and her son Steven, have been by her side throughout this very difficult time along with Tommy, her husband who also helps take care of Sue’s sister Sharon in a nursing home , as well as Kathleen Terlizzo, who lives with Sue.

Their new address, is
400 Henry Circle,
Apt 411
Flagler Beach, FL 32136

For anyone who would like to send an up-lifting card to her family and Kathleen.

Kathleen’s number is 386-225-8844.

Tommy Bara
address:
254, Westhampton Drive
Palm Coast, FL 32164

Sue’s daughter, Angela, has requested that in lieu of flowers, a donation is made to the GCPC Scholarship Fund. To donate in Sue’s honor, please click the button below:

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Clippings Newsletter June, 2024

Inside this issue:

  • Sunshine Report
  • Membership Renewals
  • 19th Annual Arbor Day
  • Jr. Garden Club
  • Memorial Tree Planting
  • End of Year Picnic
  • Treasures in the Attic
  • Linear Park Butterfly Garden
  • Honoring Heroes
  • National Garden Week
  • Summer Fundraiser
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    Download the June, 2024 issue of GCPC Clippings

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    GCPC Butterfly Garden at Linear Park Replenished

    On May 20, 2024, volunteer members of the Garden Club, (Kathleen Fuss, Nancy Iandoli, Shara Rivera Brodsky, Carrie Clark, Marie Fabozzi and Judy Rafter) came out to help plant approximately 60 native plantings for our butterfly garden.

    Kathleen Fuss coordinated the efforts of replenishing the butterfly garden with the new plants.

    Celena and Joey Zimmerman, of Kraken Ventures LLC …Flora of Flagler, who specialize in native plants, landscape designs, consulting services and plant deliveries, helped us with the plantings and spreading pine needle mulch.

    They also took the time to provide a pruning lesson for our Garden Club volunteers (Denise Garcia, Kenetha Kilmurray, Kathleen Fuss along with Celena Zimmerman) who helped to weed and prep for the planting.

    Thank you so much to all who could make it all happen. The bees and Butterflies thank you too!

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    Club End of Year Picnic 2024

    The Garden Club at Palm Coast held their end of the year meeting/Potluck picnic gathering on May 13, 2024, at Herschel King Park.

    There were several raffle items from the Creative Team, many plants from Propagation, nice weather and wonderful food and desserts.

    Nancy Iandoli presented the May Selection of the Month, Patricia and Frank Perricelli, of Frankford Lane, who were unable to attend.

    Denise Garcia, President, presented our 3 winning Awards:
    Civic Beautification/Garden of the Month,
    National Garden Club Week, and
    Arbor Day Celebration

    Jane Howells, our Second Year Director, presented the Distinguished Members Award to 3 club members:
    Sue Bara
    Judith Davies
    Marinus Grootenboer

    Kenetha Kilmurray introduced 3 High School Scholarships awarded to:
    Raheem Rolle, Flagler Palm Coast,
    Brayden Landi, Matanzas High School,
    Nicholas Groth, Flagler Palm Coast, who was not able to attend due to prior commitments

    New This Year: ACE Adult Continuing Education Scholarship, awarded to:
    Carol Mini
    Throughout the past 16 years, Carol Mini has assisted the Garden Club with many projects, such as Arbor Day, Spring Festival and Linear Park butterfly garden.
    Her career in urban forestry and environmental issues in the city is commendable. Congratulations on your acceptance to the Master’s Program at Flagler College to further your education in Public Administration.

    Our New 2024-2025 Slate of Officers were Installed:

    President: Denise Garcia
    1st VP: Kenetha Kilmurray (Programs)
    2nd VP: Carrie Clark (Publicity- Secretary)
    Treasurer: Nina Guiglotto
    Assistant Treasurer: Sheila Duncan-Peters
    Director 1: Marie Fabozzi
    Director 2: Jane Howells
    Director 3: Sue Bara

    Lastly, several pins and 10-year bars were awarded to members with 10 years or more membership with the Garden Club.

    Submitted by: Nancy Iandoli

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    Library Display for National Garden Week

    Each year, the National Garden Clubs, Inc. sponsors National Garden Week. This year, it takes place from June 2-8, 2024.

    In celebration of National Garden Week, The Garden Club at Palm Coast has set up a display at the Flagler County Public Library in Palm Coast. The library generously allows our display to remain for the entire month. Thank you, Flagler County Public Library!

    Be sure to stop by and check it out. The display is located on the left side near the front entrance.

    Flagler County Public Library – Main Branch
    2500 Palm Coast Pkwy NW, Palm Coast, FL 32137

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