Shauna Anderson, Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care president and CEO, is pictured with Shannon Larson, 13th annual “Don’t Know Your Partner” bowling tournament chairperson.

Nearly $8,000 was raised for Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care by the 13th annual Lake Chautauqua Memorial Post 8647 “Don’t Know Your Partner” bowling tournament.

The tournament raised $7,800. Bill Larson started the event as his idea to curb cabin fever, and now the tournament continues to grow. This was the fourth year the group bowled at Lucky Lanes in Fredonia. There were 89 bowlers. Shannon Larson, tournament chairperson, thanked those who helped or supported this event in any way.

Music was provided by Jesse Taylor and Katie Kurpiewski.

Tournament winners were Dave Johnson and Scott Johnson (985), first place; Tyler Griswold and Carla Couse (958), second place; Chris Kokoszka and Matt Eaker (927), third place; and tied for low score: Kyle Olson and Michelle Beaujean (224).

Pick-a-prize winners were: Lottery Hat — Mary Shaffer; VIP Limo Bus — Sue Graziano; Chautauqua Institution Passes — Staci Bemis; Chautauqua Golf Course and Chautauqua Point Golf Course Packages — Linda Mawhir; Chautauqua Suites Package — Kevin Cole; Clarion Hotel Package — Craig Stewart; Cabella’s Grill — Jim Thomas; Golden Eye Duck — Kalli Davenport; Horseshoe Armadillo — Jeanne Larson; Grey Table — Jim Mayer; Multi-Colored Table — Dave Montgomery.

Lane Sponsors were: Lake Chautauqua Memorial VFW Post 8647 (Mayville); VFW Auxiliary to Lake Chautauqua Memorial Post 8647; VFW Auxiliary to Wm. Jackway VFW Post No. 6764 (Westfield); American Legion Post 434 (Brocton); American Legion Post 493 (Mayville); American Legion Post 493 Ladies Auxiliary; “A” Automotive; Bernard Anderson Fundraising; Burnin Candle Sales; Chautauqua Landscaping; Cummins Engine; Douglas Crane Service, LLC; Empire Energy; Feelin Saucy Pizzeria; Gaymark Tire and Wheel; Ken and Patty Adams In Honor of Lloyd Tarr; Larry’s Cantina; Larson Family In Memory of Oleta Larson; Jack and Maryann Lescynski; Jamestown Rental Properties; Klingensmith Plumbing & Heating; Lakewood Rod and Gun Club; Lighthouse Grocery; LT Construction and Lee’s Water Hauling; Mayshark Architectural; Mayville Auto Supply; Mayville Diner; North Hills Golf Club; Northern Chautauqua Conservation Club; Otto Graham; Paul and Juanita Holthouse; Sherman Service Center; Spas Farm Pasture Raised Beef; Stewarts Contracting; The Little Store – Jim & Cheryl McCary of Sweeney, Texas; and Vacation Properties.

Chinese auction and giveaway donors were: VFW Post and Auxiliary Members and many individual community members donated baskets and baked goods (too many to list and I would hate to leave anyone out. The following local businesses and artists contributed Auction and Raffle Items: Applebee’s – Lakewood; Barry Larson; Bemus Point Golf Course; Bemus Point Inn; Benchley Cranes; Blanche’s Goodie Garden; Brick City Market; Burnin Candle Sales; Cakes by Brandy; Certo; Chautauqua Brick; Chautauqua Golf Course; Chautauqua Health & Fitness; Chautauqua Institution; Chautauqua Landscaping; Chautauqua Liquor Store; Chautauqua Point Golf Course; Chautauqua Suites; Chautauqua Wearhouse; Clarion Hotel Marina & Conference Center; Cummins Engine; Cut Loose Hair Salon; Deb’s Barber Shop; Dipson Theatres; Douglas Crane Service, LLC; D’Tails Pet Salon & S’Paw; Dutch Village Restaurant and Gift Shop; Empire Energy; Evergreen Outfitters; Feelin’ Saucy Pizzeria; Fifty’s Grill and Dairy; Gary Counts; Gaymark Tire; Gren Co.; Jack’s Barcelona Drive In; Jan Derbish; Java Farm Supply; JC Hair and Fashion; Jerry Parker; Johnson Estates Winery; Kathy Jordan; Kelli Briggs; Kwik Fill/ United Refining Company (Mayville); Lakeview Hotel; Lakewood Golf Center; LaPorte Farm Equipment; Larry’s Cantina; Liberty Vineyards; Lictus Propane and Heating; Lucille Ball Little Theatre; Maynard’s VIP Bus Service; Mayshark Architectural; Mayville Diner; Merritt Estate Winery; Neckers, Co.; Noble Winery; North Hills Country Club; Northern Chautauqua Conservation Club; Northwest Arena – Jamestown; Northwest Savings Bank; Olive Garden; Panera Bread; Pizza Hut – Lakewood; Quagliano’s Bark Grill; Raynor’s Liquor Store; Red Lobster; Rolling Hills Radio Show; Shear Style; Smith Boys of Chautauqua; Sonny’s Service Master; Spas Farm Pasture Raised Beef; Stedman Corners Coffee; The Executive II; The Parkview Cafe; The Village Restaurant; Ugly Peacock; VFW Mayville Post 8647; Webb’s Captains Table; Well Hog Wild BBQ; Westfield Fisheries; Westfield Main Diner; and Westfield Nursery.

Volunteers who worked the day of the event, collected donations and assisted with the Chinese auction included: Anna Ames; Bill Larson; Brandy Ecklund; Clara Dunbar; Charlie Raven; Dick Bensink; Eileen Powers; Jen Tarr; Jesse Lescynski; Jim and Linda Mawhir; Jim Thomas; Sarah Zemcik; Staci Bemis; and Tom and Kathy Jordan.

The mission of Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care is to provide end of life education and care in Chautauqua County. Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care provides hospice care for patients and families facing life-limiting terminal illness, palliative care for those with serious chronic illness, and bereavement support to individuals, families and organizations who have suffered the loss of a loved one. For more information visit chpc.care or call 338-0033.

“Our friends at Lake Chautauqua Memorial VFW Post No. 8647 have provided Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care with important financial support,” said Shauna Anderson, president and CEO of Chautauqua Hospice & Palliative Care. “The bowling tournament has raised $62,200 over the years for CHPC. The support from the VFW 8647 has provided us with steady funding for the many “extras” we provide to our patients and families that insurances do not pay for such as music therapy and art enrichment. The event also provides us valuable publicity and connection to your members and the many donors to the event which builds trust and familiarity that is vital when a loved one needs our care. Thank you to the VFW Auxiliary, organizers, volunteers and sponsors who made the event a success again this year. We are indebted to the volunteers, merchants and participants who make the annual Don’t Know Your Partner Bowling Tournament such a fun and successful event.”