10-4 Teddy Bear Wheelchair Foundation
In memory of Mary Hyjek
March 5th 1947- October 5th 2006
This project is dedicated to the memory of Mary Hyjek, my beloved companion of 15 years. Mary passed away on Thursday October 5th,
2006 succumbing to a lengthy battle with Cancer. One of her
last requests was that the goals of this mission, which has been in
preparation for the past four years, be reached and completed. She
insisted that I continue with this project by raising funds through the
sale of teddy bears in hopes of providing less fortunate families
with wheel chairs desperately needed for their youngsters.
For
over 30 years, Mary dedicated her life as a teacher in Special
Education. For the better part of her career, she worked at the St.
Raphael Center, a school aimed at children experiencing social,
behavioral and learning difficulties. Mary exemplified the true meaning
of the word “Teacher” through her words, compassion and
understanding while working with the children. Her
dedication, commitment and actions for these children never wavered.
Teaching was indeed her vocation.
This
project was inspired after hearing a recording back in
2002 by Boxcar Willie titled “TEDDY BEAR.” Out of
curiosity, I searched the internet to see if I could hear more
recordings by this talented musician. I fell upon his web site and was
saddened to learn that Boxcar Willie had passed away from Cancer in
1999.
It
was then Mary Hyjek and I decided to undertake this
important project to help children in need of wheel
chairs. Mary had never seen the actual teddy bear sample, but
merely a photo of it. I’m sure that Mary is now smiling from up above
and encouraging me from beyond.
I ask all to join me in this mission; together we can create happiness for those children who so deserve to be happy!
Thank you,
Richard Masys
Founder
10-4 TEDDY BEAR
Red Sovine recorded Teddy Bear in 1976; Please click on the link below to hear the song.
Enjoy!
The Teddy Bear Song
10-4 Teddy Bear Wheelchair Foundation
In memory of Mary Hyjek
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March 5th 1947- October 5th 2006
This project is dedicated to the memory of Mary Hyjek, my beloved companion of 15 years. Mary passed away on Thursday October 5th,
2006 succumbing to a lengthy battle with Cancer. One of her
last requests was that the goals of this mission, which has been in
preparation for the past four years, be reached and completed. She
insisted that I continue with this project by raising funds through the
sale of teddy bears in hopes of providing less fortunate families
with wheel chairs desperately needed for their youngsters.
For
over 30 years, Mary dedicated her life as a teacher in Special
Education. For the better part of her career, she worked at the St.
Raphael Center, a school aimed at children experiencing social,
behavioral and learning difficulties. Mary exemplified the true meaning
of the word “Teacher” through her words, compassion and
understanding while working with the children. Her
dedication, commitment and actions for these children never wavered.
Teaching was indeed her vocation.
This
project was inspired after hearing a recording back in
2002 by Boxcar Willie titled “TEDDY BEAR.” Out of
curiosity, I searched the internet to see if I could hear more
recordings by this talented musician. I fell upon his web site and was
saddened to learn that Boxcar Willie had passed away from Cancer in
1999.
It
was then Mary Hyjek and I decided to undertake this
important project to help children in need of wheel
chairs. Mary had never seen the actual teddy bear sample, but
merely a photo of it. I’m sure that Mary is now smiling from up above
and encouraging me from beyond.
I ask all to join me in this mission; together we can create happiness for those children who so deserve to be happy!
Thank you,
Richard Masys
Founder
10-4 TEDDY BEAR
Red Sovine recorded Teddy Bear in 1976; Please click on the link below to hear the song.
Enjoy!
The Teddy Bear Song
