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Why this Kamloops flower shop is handing out 500 free bouquets today - iNFOnews

People are willing to put themselves out there a little bit and put a smile on a stranger’s face.” You can find the volunteers downtown and at the Royal Inland Hospital. They'll be at the Aberdeen Mall later this afternoon.Credit: FACEBOOK / Kamloops Florist To contact a reporter for this story, email Jenna Wheeler or call (250) 819-6089 or email the editor. You can also submit photos, videos or news tips to the newsroom and be entered to win a monthly prize draw. We welcome your comments and opinions on our stories but play nice. We won't censor or delete comments unless they contain off-topic statements or links, unnecessary vulgarity, false facts, spam or obviously fake profiles. If you have any concerns about what you see in comments, email the editor in the link above.  News from © iNFOnews, 2019... https://infotel.ca/newsitem/why-this-kamloops-flower-shop-is-handing-out-500-free-bouquets-today/it66965

Baskets for care; 9 year-old makes gift baskets for cancer patients - AberdeenNews.com

My favorite part was making bracelets with hearts,” Nora said.The family delivered the baskets to Avera St. Luke’s Cancer Center in Aberdeen on Aug. 2. They chose Aberdeen because two family members, who died from cancer, were treated in Aberdeen.“I was excited (to hand out the baskets) because I got to meet people with cancer and got to see their happy faces when I handed them out,” Nora said.Nora helped raise money for the baskets through a GoFundMe page. In all, she raised around $600, which was enough money to make around 50 baskets.“It’s pretty exciting,” Julie said. “We didn’t imagine it’d be this big. Ten dollars to a 9-year-old is big, so $600 is huge. Being able to buy a little something is huge.”Julie added that she only expected to get donations from family and close friends, but was surprised to see so many strangers donating and sharing the page. She hopes that Nora’s charity doesn’t end this summer.“I hope this will make an impact on her in a big way,” Julie said. “She’s always been a giver.”Nora’s not sure yet if she wants to continue making baskets, or if she’ll move on to another project.“I want to find lots of different ways to give,” Nora said.She’s also proud that she picked something that means so much to their family.“We’ve lost two family members to cancer, and their memorial walk is around the time that we gave out the baskets, so this is a good time to give back,” Julie said.Overall, though, Nora was just happy to be a part of someone’s good day.“Doing this made me happy because I got to give things to other people which made them happy, so it made me happy,” she said. http://www.aberdeennews.com/news/local/baskets-for-care-year-old-makes-gift-baskets-for-cancer/article_0454f861-a106-59b4-9305-869bb9ff8091.html

Des Plaines florist remembered for his charitable works for children - Chicago Daily Herald

Vicky's wedding in 1969.He also used his craft in more traditional settings, including an 8-foot-tall cross displayed every Easter in front of a Des Plaines church.Harney, 77, of Des Plaines, ran Aberdeen's Wedding Flowers in Chicago and elsewhere for nearly 50 years.At its peak in the1990s, the business provided flowers for nearly 300 weddings per week."I can't think of a more caring person," his son-in-law, Frank Davis of Prospect Heights, said of Harney, who died Dec. 27 at his home.While Harney made his living with flowers, he also helped make happy memories for children.Since 2003, he and Davis ran a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing gifts for sick children during the holidays and throughout the year.Their passion for helping children in need grew out of an episode in 2003, when thieves broke into Aberdeen's and stole $2,000 and 70 toys staff members had donated for a children's Christmas party."He took that so personally," Davis said. "He vowed that if he had to replace every single toy personally, he'd do it."Instead, Harney contacted the media, and subsequent news coverage mobilized residents from around the Chicago area.Before Harney and Davis knew it, Aberdeen's was overflowing with tens of thousands of donated toys."We thought of it as ... http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20160106/news/160109507/

Florist Harney Brought Joy To The Masses - Journal & Topics Newspapers Online

Chicago area, died in his Des Plaines home on Dec. 27 at the age of 77.Born in Oak Park on Nov. 9, 1938, Harney attended Schurz High School and North Park University in Chicago before opening Aberdeen’s Wedding Flowers at the age of 19.Subscription RequiredAn online service is needed to view this article in its entirety. You need an online service to view this article in its entirety.LoginChoose an online service.Current print subscribersNeed an account? Create one now.You must login to view the full content on this page.Thank you for reading 8 free articles on our site. You can come back at the end of your 30-day period for another 8 free articles, or you can purchase a subscription and continue to enjoy valuable local news and information. If you need help, please contact our office at 847-299-5511. You need an online service to view this article in its entirety.LoginChoose an online service.Current print subscribersNeed an account? Create one now. http://www.journal-topics.com/news/article_7328cc80-b944-11e5-8fbf-7fef1f6e860c.html

James Harney, florist who provided tulips for Tiny Tim's on-air nuptials, dies - Chicago Tribune

James Harney ran Aberdeen's Wedding Flowers in Chicago for more than 50 years, providing flowers for thousands of weddings, including the December 1969 union of crooner Tiny Tim and Miss Vicki on "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson."Harney secured that job by taking the risky step of cornering the market on off-season tulips in Holland, figuring correctly that those particular flowers would be needed given Tiny Tim's signature song, his falsetto rendering of "Tiptoe Through the Tulips." Some 10,000 tulips were used for the event."He just got this idea," said his wife, Helen. "He got all the tulips and he thought they'd have to come to him."Mr. Harney's business also provided flowers for the weddings of hockey player Stan Mikita, baseball player Glenn Beckert, a son of Mayor Richard J. Daley, a daughter of Malcolm X, a daughter of President Richard Nixon and radio personality Wally Phillips.Harney, 77, died of dementia and multiple myeloma on Sunday, Dec. 27, in his Des Plaines home, his wife said. http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/obituaries/ct-james-harney-obituary-20160113-story.html

'No regrets': Longtime Sioux Falls florist leaves legacy of success - Argus Leader

Pat always valued spending time in his community, Jean said. In addition to running his own business, he was involved in the Lions Club and helped found the South Dakota Floral Association. According to his obituary, Gustaf was also a devoted Catholic who served at Christ the King Catholic Church in Sioux Falls and later St. Mary. "One thing he always said was, 'Get out into the community. The town supports you if you support the town,'" Jean said. Although he never went to college, Gustaf valued education. He made time to teach floral design at Southeast Technical Institute for several years and would often mentor other florists, along with attending every floral convention he could find. "He was never afraid to die, but he just wasn’t quite ready to leave this party," his obituary read. Gustaf's death comes only nine days after that of his daughter Emily Gustaf, who died at age 37. Despite having a brain injury since babyhood, Emily lived a life that was "big and bold," according to her obituary. She participated in Special Olympics for many years and took home a gold medal in swimming from the 1999 International Special Olympics. "She could talk to anyone about anything," Emily's obituary read. "She was quick to love and slow to judge."   Pat Gustaf's funeral will be held at St. Mary Catholic Church on Saturday at 10:30 a.m., with visitation scheduled for Friday at 4:30 p.m. at St. Mary. Although his illness made it difficult for him to work as it progressed, Jean said Pat never wanted to slow down. When he was unable to go into the shop during rounds of chemotherapy, he set up a small studio in his home where he continued making silk bouquets for as long as he could. That dogged perseverance was what served him all his life, allowing him to continue a decades-long career in the floral business.  "That's probably his legacy: Keep trying," Jean said.  When the Argus Leader spoke with Pat as he closed up his shop last December, he said that more than anything, he was thankful for the customers who made his business the long-lasting success that it was. "I got to do what I love for 42 years," Gustaf said. "I want them to know how grateful I am – grateful from the bottom of my heart."... https://www.argusleader.com/story/news/business-journal/2019/10/31/longtime-sioux-falls-florist-leaves-legacy-success-gustafs-greenery/2501479001/

Dawn Talley-Fogleman - County 17

Dawn Talley-Fogleman’s life will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2019, beginning at noon at 37 Parkside Circle in Gillette. Additional time of gathering will be held at a later date in Faith, South Dakota.Dawn Renae Talley-Fogleman, 70, of Gillette, Wyoming, passed peacefully to be with her Lord in the early hours of Thursday, June 20, 2019.Born Dec. 23, 1948, to Robert Talley (deceased) and Geraldine Cullers-Talley (deceased) in Opal, South Dakota, Dawn was the eldest sister to Robin Talley-Ballmer of George West, Texas, and Lynette Talley-Wilson of Perth, Western Australia.She is survived by her husband James D. Fogleman who was by her side until her final breath. She is also survived by her two sons, Ronald Fogleman and Robert Fogleman; four grandchildren, Christopher, Charity, Stephen, and Wyatt Fogleman; and her two great-grandchildren, all of Gillette, Wyoming. Dawn was aunt and Godparent to both her nieces: Dr. Noelle Ballmer of Corpus Christi, Texas, and Vanessa Ballmer of Katy, Texas.Dawn will be remembered for her selfless and unwavering love of her family, friends, and her dearest pets. As a rancher’s daughter, her heart was never far from home. The UT Ranch in Opal, South Dakota, holds very ... https://county17.com/2019/06/26/dawn-talley-fogleman/

Local florist spreads cheer with fresh bouquets - KSFY

He went the extra mile to surprise 60 people with 60 beautiful, bright yellow bouquet of flowers. Gustaf created the "Be Happy Bouquets" with help from Teleflora and the South Dakota Special Olympics. On Wednesday, residents at Avera Prince of Peace were excited to receive bouquets. "You can't help but 'be happy' when you see the smiley mug and balloon, and the flowers and plants," Gustaf said. "It's a source of joy to be able to do this at no cost." Flowers were delivered to retirement communities, the VA hospital and medical centers. More than 30,000 "Be Happy Bouquets" were given out. ... https://www.ksfy.com/content/news/Local-florist-spreads-cheer-with-fresh-bouquets-489182891.html

What does the one you love really want for Valentine's Day; how much do most people spend? - WYFF Greenville

Flower bouquetNorth Dakota: Flower bouquetOhio: Wedding bouquetOklahoma: Teddy bearOregon Flower: BouquetPennsylvania: Bouquet of rosesRhode Island: Aquamarine ringsSouth Carolina: Chocolate trufflesSouth Dakota: Gold stud earringsTennessee: Bouquet of rosesTexas: Flower BouquetUtah: RosesVermont: Men’s ringsVirginia: Flower bouquetWashington: Box of chocolatesWest Virginia: SunglassesWisconsin: Bouquet of rosesWyoming: PerfumePro Flowers... http://www.wyff4.com/article/what-does-the-one-you-love-really-want-for-valentines-day-how-much-do-most-people-spend/16573899