Veterans returned to Richard s Coffee Shop Thursday.
It was Thursday, and the parking lot was filled, laughter could be heard in the building and the room buzzed with the excitement as those inside were seeing one another after 13 months of being separated. This was the scene at Richardâs Coffee Shop in downtown Mooresville, exactly one year and one month since the pandemic caused them to cease gathering.
Smiles were evident on the faces as veterans and family members returned. Shouts of greetings could be heard and soon each took their places at the tables and were able to catch up and fellowship with their comrades-in-arms. Free coffee was available, and food was provided by the Blue Star Mothers, who normally feed those who gather every Thursday before a holiday. This was a âwelcome back eventâ the ladies said.
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Gary Dean Slesinksi
Gary Dean Slesinski passed away from cancer on April 7, 2021 at his home in Rochester, MN, surrounded by his family.
Gary was born on December 6, 1943 in Hedrick, IA, to Harry and Lois (Mason) Slesinski.
In 1964, he joined the Air Force and was stationed at Clark Air Force Base, a SAC (Strategic Air Command) facility in the Philippines. Gary had top security clearance, with a specialty in encrypted communications. He served our country for four years.
Employment opportunities brought Gary to Rochester, in 1968 where he met his beloved bride, Jean. They were married on May 17, 1969, had three wonderful daughters, and enjoyed 53 years together.
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The check was presented at the Save-a-Lot store in Jellico.
Joyce Wilson, the director of the pantry, said they serve 60 families every month. The pantry regularly hosts food giveaways for anyone that wants to come.
Wilson said the pantry had received between 400 and 500 bags of food from the $5 bag donations in the winter which is how the pantry became affiliated with the group.
Wilson said that she and the pantry’s secretary, Joyce Partin, decided to challenge other businesses or individuals to donate to the pantry.
“If we can get more money, we can add more people on our food pantry,” said Wilson. “Right now, 60 is our limit.”