Every Spring, the Foundation hosts the Hope Through Caring Award Dinner. This night includes a reception, live and silent auction, dinner and dancing. The highlight of the evening is the presentation of the Hope Through Caring Award. This award was established in 1988 to honor those whose commitment to the fight against ALS has helped raise funds for research, provide services for patients and their families, and increase public awareness.
Join us for an important, memorable and fun-filled evening as we honor the Family of A. William Haarlow III (pictured below, left to right: Laurel and Bill Haarlow, Lynne Haarlow, Blair and Lauren Haarlow) at the 25th Annual Hope Through Caring Award Dinner on Saturday, March 17, 2012 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Chicago.
A. William (Bill) Haarlow grew up in Hinsdale, Illinois and graduated from Hinsdale Township High School in 1959. He attended Princeton University, where he was a starting forward on its NCAA basketball team. Bill graduated in 1963 and that summer married his high school sweetheart, Lynne Rupp. Shortly after earning his MBA at the University of Chicago, sons Bill and Blair were born. Bill spent his business career with Quaker Oats until 1984, when he and his partners bought QO Chemicals, Inc., which he ran until he retired in 1987. Before and after retirement, Bill dedicated extensive time to community service, especially in leadership roles at the Community House and the Wellness House in Hinsdale. In addition to golfing and traveling, he was devoted to spending time with family and friends. Bill’s life, but not his character, drastically changed when he was diagnosed with ALS in 2001, only weeks after the birth of his first grandchild. Bill lost his courageous battle with ALS just one year later in 2002.
Lynne, Laurel, Bill, Lauren and Blair Haarlow will be honored at this year’s Hope Through Caring dinner not only to remember their beloved husband and father but also to recognize their extensive and unwavering contributions to the Les Turner ALS Foundation. Since Bill’s diagnosis, they have each played an active role in helping the Foundation fulfill its mission so that others will not experience the effects of ALS. Due to their ongoing commitment, the Foundation is proud to present the Haarlow Family with the “Hope Through Caring Award”, which was established in 1988 to honor those who are dedicated to raising funds and awareness about ALS.
Date
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Location
Four Seasons Hotel
121 East Delaware
Chicago, IL 60611
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Please download an event invitation for more details. To purchase tickets or for questions, please contact Liz Melvin at (847) 679-3311 or lmelvin@lesturnerals.org.
