Stories

April 23, 2024

Quilts of Valor honors Julie Varady, U.S. Air Force

We had the privilege of honoring a hero. Julie Varady, US Air Force Veteran, was presented with a handmade, one-of-a-kind quilt to honor her service to our country. Julie is a Blue Water Hospice Home volunteer! We were honored to present her with a Quilt of Valor at the annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon. Thank […]
April 10, 2024

Thumbcoast.tv highlights VNA & BWH’s annual River Run

Angela DeLaere chatted with Thumbcoast.tv host Josh Chapman about the annual River Run. The run is always the first Saturday in June at Marysville Park. Funds raised from the run provides funding for those who need care, regardless of their financial situation.
February 24, 2024

Quilts of Valor honors John William Cox, U.S. Air Force

We had the privilege of honoring a hero. John Cox, US Air Force Veteran, was presented with a handmade, one-of-a-kind quilt to honor his service to our country.John was an Aircraft Electrician and reached the rank of Master Sergeant. He served a total of 35 years including four years active duty (April 1962 […]
February 23, 2024

Quilts of Valor honors Robert Carrier, U.S. Navy

We had the privilege of honoring a hero. Robert Carrier, US Navy Veteran, was presented with a handmade, one-of-a-kind quilt to honor his service to our country.Robert was aboard the U.S.S. Houston when it was attacked by a Japanese torpedo directly amidship, just below the turn of the starboard bilge and severely damaged […]
January 26, 2024

Quilts of Valor honors David Sullivan, U.S. Army

We had the privilege of honoring a hero. David Sullivan, U.S. Army Veteran, was presented with a handmade, one-of-a-kind quilt to honor his service to our country. As veterans come under our care, we are honored to give them a Quilt of Valor. Quilts of Valor (QOV) is an organization that honors […]
January 8, 2024

Making Dreams Come True

Most have heard of Make-A-Wish Foundation – making dreams of ill children come to fruition. A few have heard of the Dream Foundation – offering inspiration, comfort, and closure to terminally ill adults and their families. Throughout the past 29 years, the Dream Foundation has given life to more than […]
January 2, 2024

Quilts of Valor honors Henry “Hank” Toering, U.S. Army

We had the privilege of honoring a hero. Henry “Hank” Toering, US Army Veteran, was presented with a handmade, one-of-a-kind quilt to honor his service to our country. As veterans come under our care, we are honored to give them a Quilt of Valor. Quilts of Valor (QOV) is an organization that […]