Community support for Mrs. Alaska appreciated

I wanted to take the opportunity to say thank you to some amazing sponsors who have donated to support me in the upcoming Mrs. Alaska-America Pageant on May 16. It is because of these sponsors that I am able to participate as a finalist in this program, one that celebrates the Married Women of Alaska. Thank you to each of your for your financial donations and friendship. I wouldn’t be able to this if it wasn’t for you, Thank You!

Individual Sponsors: Frank and Pat Barnett, Doneva Baker, Gladys Henson, Roy and Jocelyn Wells, Rudy and Donna Peterson, Arick and Barb McLeod, Paul and Cassidy, Adam Urban, Bob and Donna Green, Dave and Cheri Johnson, Bill and Danita Parrish, Jim and Robin Allemann, Eric and Meri Braun, and Anita Oliva.

Business Sponsors: Meridian Systems, Merkes Builders Unlimited, Becky Beddow of BeKaptured Photography, Caitie B. Photography, L&J Enterprises, Charlie’s Pizza, Dukowitz Machine, Altman & Rogers, C&M Muffler, Keen Eye Cleaning, Coastal Painting, Eric & Lisa O’Guinn of Advanced Biomechanics, Steve Gist of Alaska Real Estate Group, Circle M Worm Farms of Alaska, First National Bank of Alaska, Walters and Associates, T.C.O.B. Hot Shot and Oilfield Services, Anna Johns of Century 21, Eyewear Express, Alaska USA Federal Credit Union, Dr. Michael Koob, Blakeley’s Auction Co, Bare Threads and Petroleum Equipment & Services, Inc.

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