"Last Call" For Jon Wilhite Recovery Fund, Note Of Thanks From Jon's Brother

by Nico on Jun 20, 2009 9:00 AM PDT

As we wrap up the charity drive for Jon Wilhite, I wanted to share an email I received a couple days ago from Jon's brother, Michael. To everyone who has participated, and everyone who will, this email was to you:

Thank you so much for what you're doing for my brother, the amount of support, thoughts and prayers from people like you are a big part of his improvement. I have been speaking with Kurt and Renee and they had a lot of great things to say about AN so thanks for your support.

During times like these it's always great to know there's people thinking about Jon and our family and being from a Baseball family it's amazing how big but yet how small and supportive the Baseball world is. Thanks again Nico, from the Wilhite family, we really appreciate it!!!

Michael

I'm going to mail checks on Wednesday, so if you haven't sent one yet but plan to, and you want to be part of the main mailing, send it now and it will still get to me in time! You can donate through PayPal, if you prefer, to baseballgirl's account (baseballgirl1976@hotmail.com). Also please note that we will continue to accept donations anytime, even after the main mailing is done and we have ceased and desisted with our harassment.

Finally, to update our progress as a community at last count we were at 50 total participants (!) and $1,682.00 raised (!) Thank you, AN, for coming through in the clutch.

You are welcome to use this as anything from an open thread to a coaster; see you at 7:00pm for the A's and Padres.

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I was thing about this as I saw Blez's post

about that a-hold Rava. And you know what, this kind of thing is was brings back my hope in humanity.

We frequently hear about the fraternity that comes with being a baseball player (at any level) or on any kind of team for that matter. But this makes it more of a family thing, and I think that’s why I enjoy AN so much. Does that make sense? Hopefully this is what will keep Mr. Whilhite fighting to get back to a normal life, knowing that people he has never met care for him and his family.

Now maybe our siblings could start another winning streak, eh?

ken korach's voice is like peanut butter on velvet, not joe buck's.

by mrbendy on Jun 20, 2009 12:39 PM PDT reply actions

Man, this thread is lonely.

by Pucking Insane on Jun 20, 2009 3:07 PM PDT reply actions

I'm in for $20 via PayPal

Amazing that this kid is alive. With Kurt and Renee on his side, he can’t go wrong. What a class act.

by Technotofu on Jun 20, 2009 4:16 PM PDT reply actions

Awesome, thank you!

I like Cindi. A. She never pretends to know more than she does. B. She has unbridled enthusiasm for her "Hotties," and isn't afraid to show it. -IM4Oakgal

by Nico on Jun 20, 2009 4:35 PM PDT up reply actions

I am curious. Are other SB Nation sites doing this as well?

not trying to be self-righteous, just genuinely wondering.

Your 2009 Oakland Athetics: This time, it's personal.

by Kallus on Jun 20, 2009 5:51 PM PDT reply actions

Not that I know of.

Trying to be self-righteous, just not succeeding.

I like Cindi. A. She never pretends to know more than she does. B. She has unbridled enthusiasm for her "Hotties," and isn't afraid to show it. -IM4Oakgal

by Nico on Jun 20, 2009 6:03 PM PDT up reply actions

I was wondering too

Seems like at least Halos Heaven would be doing something? Or maybe they have another project/fundraiser going.

by streetfan on Jun 20, 2009 6:38 PM PDT up reply actions

I'm not sure other sites do fundraisers/community service in any organized manner

That may just be kind of an AN thing.

I like Cindi. A. She never pretends to know more than she does. B. She has unbridled enthusiasm for her "Hotties," and isn't afraid to show it. -IM4Oakgal

by Nico on Jun 20, 2009 6:57 PM PDT up reply actions

by Imaseasonticketholder on Jun 20, 2009 7:56 PM PDT reply actions

Awesome - thanks!

I like Cindi. A. She never pretends to know more than she does. B. She has unbridled enthusiasm for her "Hotties," and isn't afraid to show it. -IM4Oakgal

by Nico on Jun 21, 2009 8:14 AM PDT up reply actions